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EC legally has no right to hold SIR: Congress MP Manish Tewari
NEW DELHI: Congress MP Manish Tewari on Tuesday claimed that the Election Commission legally has no right to conduct the SIR and it must be stopped, as he asserted that many Opposition leaders as well as people now feel the need to raise questions over the poll body's neutrality. Initiating a discussion on Election Reforms in the Lok Sabha, Tewari said the first election reform should be to amend the law of 2023 on the selection of the chief election commissioner and election commissioners. He said the law stipulates that the panel be comprised of the prime minister, the leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha and a cabinet minister. It is my suggestion that two members should be added to this panel -- the Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha and the Chief Justice of India. If such a committee is formed then 'theek se khela hobega' and it will play an important role in removing the doubts over the Election Commission (EC), Tewari said. The Congress leader said that BR Ambedkar ensured that the EC would be a permanent body. It was expected of the EC that it will work as a neutral umpire, but regretfully I have to say that many members sitting on this side (pointing to opposition benches) and many people feel the need to raise questions over its neutrality, Tewari said. He said Article 327 gave rights to the Parliament to make laws for the voters list and delimitation. I have to say with regret that the Special Intensive Revision (of electoral rolls) is being discussed throughout the country. The SIR is happening in many states, but I am saying with a lot of responsibility that legally EC has no right to conduct SIR, Tewari said. There is no provision for SIR in Constitution or in law. This is just a right to EC that if there is any thing wrong with the electoral roll of any constituency it can correct it for reasons that need to be recorded in writing and made public. Only then you can conduct SIR, you cannot do SIR for whole of Bihar or the whole of Kerala, the Congress leader said. If you have to do SIR then do it separately in constituencies where there is a problem with the electoral roll after recording the problems in writing and then only it can carry out SIR. I would like to ask the government where are the reasons in writing, he said. Stop this SIR. There is no provision in law which allows the SIR to go ahead. You will say that were the SIRs conducted earlier illegal, to which my answer is that multiple wrongs don't make a right, he said. Tewari said that in India's democracy there are two stakeholders -- people who vote as electors and political parties that participate in the poll. Constitution makers ensured that every Indian above 21 years has a right to vote at a time when voting right was given on narrow principles in various countries. He said the biggest election reform was by then PM Rajiv Gandhi in 1988-89 by reducing the voting age from 21 to 18.
RU BA RU, an award-winning 29-minute short film exploring sisterhood, caste and female agency in rural Rajasthan, was screened yesterday at the India Habitat Centre. The exclusive showcase drew members of the press, film enthusiasts, cultural voices and representatives from women-focused organisations. Award-winning short film ‘RU BA RU’ Hosted by Anita and CP Gurnani and the entire team of RU BA RU, the screening follows the film’s growing international momentum. The filmmakers’ debut venture has shown remarkable promise, earning multiple Best Short Film awards across prominent Indian and global festivals. Among its major recognitions, the film received an enthusiastic response at the Indian Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala, the 56th International Film Festival of India (Indian Panorama – Non-Feature), Kolkata International Film Festival, and the International Film Festival of Shimla. Featuring Indira Tiwari, Richa Meena and Lokesh Mittal, RU BA RU is led by an all-women producing team, Anvita Gupta, Anita Gurnani and Priyanka Chopra. Directed by Kapil Tanwar who co-wrote the film with Farauq Malik, its story traces a deeply emotional journey of two sisters—one a rudaali (professional mourner) and the other a nachaniya (folk dancer), as their intertwined lives confront questions of caste, class, desire, and the burdens placed on women. With its evocative use of folk music, dance traditions, and raw emotional storytelling, the film has been widely praised for bringing an underrepresented Rajasthani cultural world to the global cinematic landscape. The post-screening interaction featured the film’s director, producers and leading cast members, who engaged with eminent personalities, attending journalists and spoke about the film’s journey, creative choices and the larger social themes it confronts. Anita Gurnani, Co-Producer, RU BA RU said, “ Watching RU BA RU spark such heartfelt conversations in this intimate Delhi screening has been incredibly meaningful. This film was always meant to hold space for women whose realities are rarely shown with honesty and seeing the audience engage with that truth validates everything we hoped to achieve. Each screening reinforces that stories rooted in lived experience resonate deeply, no matter where they’re told .” Sharing his thoughts, Kapil Tanwar, Director said, “ To share RU BA RU with a Delhi audience today felt like bringing the story home in a new way. This film began with a quiet question about dignity and survival, and every screening shows me how universal those questions truly are. Listening to the reflections in the room reminded me why I made this film, to honour the emotional world of women we often look at but rarely see. I’m grateful for the conversations it continues to ignite .” “ Each time RU BA RU meets a new audience, it reveals another layer of what women endure and overcome. Today’s screening reaffirmed my belief that stories shaped by authenticity and cultural memory hold immense power. Seeing the film resonate so deeply in Delhi strengthens our commitment to bringing such voices to the forefront, one honest story at a time ,” added Anvita Gupta, Producer, Ru Ba Ru . As the film continues its festival journey through 2025, RU BA RU stands poised as a powerful voice within independent Indian cinema, offering a deeply local story with universal emotional reach, while amplifying stories of communities whose realities often remain invisible. About the Film RU BA RU is a powerful short film that brings women’s stories to the forefront through the journey of two sisters, one a rudaali (professional mourner), the other a dancer, fighting against caste, class and gender barriers. Set in Rajasthan and marking the directorial debut of Kapil Tanwar, the film blends rich cultural roots with emotional depth, telling a story that is both specific in its setting and deeply relatable across contexts. RU BA RU has been recognised through multiple awards, including Best Short Film at the ImagineIndia Film Festival Madrid 2025, Best Cinematography (Short) at the Atlanta Indian Film Festival, Best Cinematography, Best Sound Design, and Second Best Short Film at the Ayodhya International Film Festival, as well as Best Director at Goa Short Film Festival 2025. The film was additionally selected among the Top 21 Shorts at the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival (DPIFF) and was “ In Competition ” at the Indian Film Festival Stuttgart 2025, Europe’s biggest Indian film showcase. Following the successful private screening, the team announced their plans to develop a full-length cinematic version of the film. While the short explores themes of power and empowerment, the expanded feature will deepen this narrative with child education at its heart. The makers emphasized that the story is not limited to rural India—its themes resonate equally across middle-class families and communities where education for girls is still not given the attention it deserves. They are now seeking support from government agencies, media organizations, NGOs, and socially committed companies to bring this vision to life. The upcoming film aims to spark meaningful conversations on women’s empowerment and the transformative role of child education, creating an emotional and lasting impact across diverse sections of society.
Veteran Malayalam Director And Ex-MLA PT Kunju Muhammed Accused Of Molestation By Colleague
The victim, a member of the jury responsible for selecting films for the upcoming festival, submitted her complaint to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.
Pleasant weather sets the stage for Kerala local body elections
With the weather turning pleasant, no weather stations in the State recorded rain events in the last 24 hours ending at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday
Acquitted actor Dileep plans fresh legal action, alleging a conspiracy by investigating officers to frame him. He claims his former wife Manju Warrier's speech initiated the plot to ruin his career and life. The Kerala government, however, intends to appeal the verdict. Dileep received an emotional homecoming.
Speaking after casting his vote, Antony says even Left-leaning voters are wishing for a shock treatment to the Left
Dileeps acquittal in Kerala actor rape case echoes in poll-day chatter
UDF convenor Adoor Prakash reignited the debate centring on trial courts decision to acquit Dileep of conspiracy charges, alleging that Kerala government was seeking to further victimise the actor by deciding to appeal the verdict in High Court
Silent campaigning unfolded across three Municipal Corporations, 39 municipalities, seven district panchayats, 75 block panchayats, and 471 grama panchayats spread over Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Alappuzha, and Ernakulam districts.
LDF hopes to retain its upper hand in Kozhikode
With an unpredictable electorate and shifting community votes, the district braces for a razor-thin verdict.
LDF vies for a coup in a district perceived a UDF bastion
Landslide rehabilitation remains the central electoral issue, extending beyond the three wards in Meppadi grama panchayat that have been directly affected. Allegations against both main fronts have become campaign flash-points
Kerala local body polls: Neck-and-neck fight in Palakkad as BJP, UDF, LDF vie for 53 seats
Rivalry within the BJP has reached a boiling point, and the party will not be surprised to lose a few seats. In the case of the Congress, while it insists that its house is intact and stronger than last year, concerns linger that the Rahul Mamkootathil issue can hurt its prospects. Meanwhile, the CPI(M) appears stagnant in Palakkad
The Church is not biased towards any political front in the State, says Idukki diocese media commission director
Kerala local body polls: BJP candidate R. Sreelekha shares pre-polls survey, courts controversy
General Education Minister V. Sivankutty said that Ms. Sreelekhas action is a violation of the model code of conduct
While the pattern of elections to the local bodies, Parliament, and the Assembly is different, there will indeed be signs of what to expect in the Assembly elections from this poll, he says
Kerala Lottery Result Today Updates, 9-12-2025: The Sthree Sakthi SS-497 lottery draw has been postponed to December 10, 2025, due to the Local Bodies Election.
Dileep got justice in Kerala actor assault case, says UDF convenor Adoor Prakash
Adoor Prakash says he is personally happy as a close acquaintance of actor Dileep
Dr Janaki Ammal, a pioneering botanist, transformed Indias sugarcane industry through her groundbreaking hybrid cross-breeding techniques. Her work turned the nation into a leading producer, yet her contributions remain largely unrecognised. Business leader Anand Mahindra recently highlighted her legacy, emphasising her courage and ambition as an inspiration for young Indian women.
Congress,CPM allying with Jamaat, says Rajeev
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The CPM and Congress are allying with Jamaat-e-Islami, which works towards establishing an Islamic state, BJP state president Rajeev Chandrasekhar said on Monday. He said the outfit had extended political support to both the fronts as revealed by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan during a meet the press. He accused the LDF and UDF of locking on to political goals without considering the cons of its maneuvers and urged the public to vote for NDA to put an end to this. He also alleged that the UPA government did nothing for the state when there were eight union ministers from Kerala and the Narendra Modi had provided more assistance than the Congress-led governments. He also accused the fronts of doing nothing on gold heist from Sabarimala temple and added that they have turned the devaswom board into a centre for middlemen. Lack of development, corruption, criminal negligence, and incompetence are what the alternating governments have given the people of Kerala over the years. Despite the people giving them opportunities many times, they gave nothing back to the people. If anyone has done anything to protect the interests of the people of this land, it is solely the Narendra Modi government, he added.
SBI Thiruvanthapuram circle celebrates silver jubilee
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Highlighting the enduring role of the State Bank of India in Keralas socioeconomic development, SBI chairman C S Shetty commented that the bank remains committed to a future roadmap focusing on the superior customer-centric banking experience. He was inaugurating the silver jubilee celebrations of the banks Thiruvananthapuram Circle in Ernakulam on Monday. The chairman also launched the upcoming CSR initiatives of the bank, which will have multiple institutions as its key beneficiaries, including Kottayam Medical College, selected primary health centres, anganwadis, primary schools, orphanages, special schools, old age homes, and womens shelter homes. Special financial assistance schemes for girl students under the Beti Bachao scheme will also be extended as part of this. SBI will also collaborate with the Viswasanthi Development Foundation to provide safe drinking water to three wards in Kuttanad, a region frequently affected by water-related challenges. The silver jubilee programme was also attended by Thiruvananthapuram Circle CGM K V Bangarraju and other bank officials.
Docs protest move to include non-med faculty in pre-clinical subjects
Doctors in the state have strongly opposed the entry of non-medical graduates as faculty members in pre-clinical subjects such as Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, and Microbiology. They criticised the Public Service Commission for abruptly postponing its scheduled examination to recruit assistant professors in Biochemistry and Microbiology, alleging that the move was aimed at unlawfully accommodating non-medical candidates. The Indian Medical Associations (IMA) Kerala branch, the Kerala Government Medical College Teachers Association (KGMCTA), and several specialty organisations have raised objections. The PSC had initially invited applications from MBBS and MD degree holders with senior residency experience and had already issued hall tickets for the written test. However, the exam was deferred and a fresh notification was released, opening the door to non-medical applicants. According to KGMCTA, this inclusion was made following an advice from the Directorate of Medical Education and the Health Department. Association leaders stressed that the existing government order clearly stipulates MBBS and MD as mandatory qualifications for Assistant Professor posts in medical colleges. They also pointed to National Medical Commission (NMC) guidelines, which allow non-medical candidates only when qualified medical graduates are unavailable, a condition they say does not apply in Kerala.
LSG dept steps in to solve Varkala project row
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Following the tussle between Varkala municipality and the tourism department over the implementation of the controversial Varkala Dakshin Kashi project launched at the ancient Janardhana Swamy Temple under the Swadesh Darshan 2.0 scheme the local self-government principal director on Monday convened a meeting with all stakeholders to resolve the issue. Principal director Geromic George directed the municipality secretary to grant the required approvals after legally vetting all documents. The Varkala municipality had issued multiple stop memos to the tourism department, the most recent one on December 2, asking that all construction activities be halted immediately. However, the Urulungal Labour Contract Cooperative Society (ULCCS) continued construction and excavation on the Varkala cliff without securing mandatory permissions. The Rs 25 crore Centre-funded project, aimed at improving basic facilities and enhancing the pilgrim experience, was launched around three months ago without obtaining required approvals from the Varkala municipality, the Kerala Coastal Zone Management Authority (KCZMA), the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA), and the Geological Survey of India (GSI). The municipality issued its first notice on September 25. The meeting, convened on the request of the tourism department, was attended by representatives of the District Disaster Management Authority, the tourism department, KCZMA, and Varkala municipality. Geromic said the municipal secretary has been instructed to legally examine and approve the project. The tourism department will submit the project drawings for approval on December 11. Varkala municipal secretary G Mithran told TNIE that the tourism authorities informed the meeting that the applications for approval from the municipality will be uploaded on Thursday. After processing, we will forward the application to KCZMA. We are also awaiting a report from the DDMA, G Mithran said. He added that the project currently lacks approval from the Pollution Control Board (PCB). Construction activities are also prohibited within 100 metres of the cliff face. We must verify whether this is being followed. KCZMAs approval is required in this regard as well, he added. S J Sajeev, president of the Environment Protection and Research Council, who filed the complaint against the alleged illegal construction by the Tourism Department, said the Archaeological Survey of India has a major role in conserving the Varkala cliff. He said the revenue department should demarcate the entire cliff to bring clarity and help prevent illegal constructions.
In backing survivor, WCC ushers in change
KOCHI: In 2017, when 18 women came together to stand with the survivor, they knew their lives would never be the same again. As key Mollywood insiders refused to support the survivor, the Women in Cinema Collective (WCC) was formed to speak out, for the survivor and against injustice and gender issues in the industry. The unfortunate incident was definitely a trigger. There was no platform to raise such issues earlier, members said during the collectives press conference in Kochi in 2018. The group, comprising prominent actors including Parvathy Thiruvothu, Manju Warrier and Rima Kallingal, met with Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan to request government support in pushing for an investigation into the assault. Jolly Chirayath, a member, said gender disparities and issues related to workplace safety existed before the assault case. The incident became an inflection point. The discussions and developments in society became more gender-focused, she said. In 2017, during the Kerala State Film Awards, in response to industry figures supporting Dileep, the WCC launched the #Avalkkoppam campaign. What justice? And we watch a carefully crafted screenplay unfold so cruelly now, Parvathy wrote on social media following the verdict. Fellow members Rima and Remya Nambeesan shared avalkkoppam posts. Jolly said the WCCs efforts played a key role in altering public attitudes. In the past, survivors and their supporters were targeted by society. Today, we see several social media posts with the hashtags avalkkoppam and athijeevithakkoppam. That is the change the survivor and the WCC have brought to society, she said.
2017 Kerala actor abduction case: SHO who first recorded ordeal still rankled by it
KOCHI: Living the retirement life of a former police officer and helping out at her familys tiny spice unit in Aluva, P K Radhamani couldnt find comfort in the fragrance enveloping her. She was unsettled, awaiting the much-anticipated verdict in the 2017 case. It was her pen that first brought the incident to lightshe was the one who recorded the victims statement, and the first person to hear what would be repeated in the halls of the legal system. Radhamani had just taken charge as station house officer (SHO) at Infopark police station, after serving in the Womens Cell. It was around midnight that she received a call from then Kochi commissioner M P Dinesh. It comprised a simple instruction: There is an important case. You must come immediately. She had no idea that she was being sent to actor-director Lals residence. As they entered the approach road to Lals house in Padamugal, Kakkanad, she noticed several other vehicles moving to and from the premises. She encountered P Rajeeve (now a minister), who told her, You should proceed to Lals house. At the residence, the commissioner instructed Radhamani to record the statement of the survivor, who was inside. When I entered the room, I saw her in an extremely distressed state. So, instead of immediately beginning the procedure, I spent some time consoling her. I waited for her to regain composure. What I heard that night was something no woman should ever have to experience. I was deeply shaken, she said. Radhamani was part of the probe until a special team was formed, but continued to accompany the survivor on several occasions, including the medical examination, until retirement. The trial of the case is a stage in her service life that she would never want to revisit. As the officer who recorded the survivors statement and took part in the initial proceedings, I had to undergo four to five days of cross-examination. The defence counsel B Raman Pillai even alleged we had fabricated the statement. If an officer like me felt so traumatised, try to imagine what the survivor went through, said Radhamani. Radhamani said she still carries the pride of never deviating from what the law directed. She also appreciated the survivor for standing firm with courage, and noted that her family and close friends played a crucial role in supporting her.
2017 Kerala actor abduction case: Chaos, cheers and questions
KOCHI: The Ernakulam district sessions court complex had not seen a morning like this in years. Long before sunrise had settled into the city on Monday, the premises were rumbling with tension. By 7am, camera crews, reporters and excited supporters of actor Dileep had taken over the narrow lanes leading to the court. Everyone knew they were about to witness one of Keralas biggest judicial showdowns and nobody wanted to miss a single frame. By 9.45am, the first real hint of the momentous day ahead arrived. Judge Honey M Varghese, calm and composed, dressed in a white saree and clutching her 1,000-page judgment, stepped into the court building. Minutes later, lawyers from both sides arrived. Advocate T B Mini, counsel for the survivor, was soon surrounded by mediapersons. She reiterated: All 10 accused will be convicted. Special public prosecutor Ajakumar followed. Stepping out of the police vehicle, he assured the crowd that justice would be served. By 10.15am, the accused started arriving. Actor Dileepthe eighth accusedslipped into the complex at 10.22am with tenth accused Sarath G Nair. The actor left the vehicle after it had moved far away from the crowd, and disappeared into the court through a backdoor. Fifteen minutes later, confusion erupted. A masked man stepped out of a car and rushed inside. Cameras zoomed in, people shouted. Was it Pulsar Suni? It wasnt. Suni arrived at 10.45am. Wearing a black T-shirt, he walked out of the Kia Carnival with practised swagger. Flanked by his lawyers, he glanced back at the crowd with the confidence of someone used to unsettling a room. At 11am, the court fell silent. Outside, the crowd held its breath. Seconds later, roars exploded across the street. Dileep had been acquitted. The verdict spread like wildfire, and celebrations broke out instantly. Prime accused Pulsar Suni and fourth accused Vijeesh V P ,Second accused Martin Antony ,Sixth accused Pradeep,Fifth accused Vadival Salim Fans danced, shouted his name, and distributed sweets. The actors exit was straight out of a film. While onlookers waited near the backdoor, Dileep appeared at the main staircase at 11.18am, like a hero emerging for his curtain call. Now smiling broadly, he descended through a tunnel of black-robed lawyers, hands raised, wrist wrapped in prayer threads. Supporters surged forward. Cameras flashed. A few even wept. For the first time in nine years, Dileep spoke about the case, thanking God and making a veiled swipe at his ex-wife, actor Manju Warrier. What followed next painted a stark contrast. One by one, the six convicts, handcuffed, were brought out and escorted to a bus. Pulsar Suni was now flanked by officers. The convoy moved toward the general hospital where they would undergo medical examination before being taken to Kakkanad district jail. Dileep resurfaced at the house of senior counsel Raman Pillai. There were hugs, tears, and celebrations. By noon, he reached his home in Aluva, where his wife Kavya Madhavan, daughter, and others awaited him with applause, garlands, and fireworks. But even as he was welcomed like a returning hero, uneasy questions were being asked outside the court. Will he get back the family audience he once had? wondered a man watching the incidents from a distance. Im not sure. Lets see. For all the noise, all the chanting and camera flashes, one truth lingered: The court had spoken, but the debate over justice had just begun.
Ink issues and faulty EVMs cause chaos at start of local body elections in Thiruvanthapuram
THIRUVANTHAPURAM: The first phase of local body elections began on Monday amidst crises and uncertainties across the capital district. In a critical incident, election ink applied to voters forefingers at the Sasthamangalam ward of the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation faded within minutes. Sources from Booth 2 of the Raja Kesavadas NSS Higher Secondary School polling station reported that the ink was diluted, causing it to disappear quickly. In the same ward, a female voter was not permitted to vote due to discrepancies in the electoral roll. Vasantha Gokulam (84), whose name appeared as Vasantha Gokul with incorrect age and photograph, was denied voting at Booth 3. This appears to be a deliberately created issue, as similar problems occurred in the last local body elections. No major parties checked this while distributing the election slip, which raises doubts, said Resmi TS, the AAP candidate for the ward. Discussions to allow her vote are currently ongoing. Meanwhile, the voting machine at Booth 2 of Karavaram Panchayat Ward 20 was found to be non-functional. At least 50 voters left after discovering the EVM was damaged, sources said, adding that polling officials had assured a replacement would be provided soon. Voting for the first phase in seven districts of the state began at 7 am, with electors choosing representatives for three-tier panchayats in rural areas and municipalities and corporations in urban areas. Voters queued at polling stations as early as 6.30 am. Union Minister of State Suresh Gopi and the states Leader of the Opposition, VD Satheesan, were among the prominent voters who cast their ballots in the first hour. The first phase covers Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, and Ernakulam districts. A total of 11,167 wards across 595 local bodies are going to polls, including 8,310 wards in 471 grama panchayats, 1,090 wards in 75 block panchayats, 164 divisions in seven district panchayats, 1,317 wards in 39 municipalities, and 232 wards in three corporations. As many as 1.32 crore voters, including 62.50 lakh men, 70.32 lakh women, and 126 transgender persons, are listed to vote in this phase. A total of 36,629 candidates are contesting in the seven districts. Voting is taking place across 15,422 polling stations, 480 of which have been designated as sensitive.
2017 Kerala actor abduction case: How conspiracy narrative fell apart
KOCHI: Though the prosecution put forward several conspiracy theories to implicate actor Dileep, the trial court rejected them. However, the prosecution succeeded in establishing the second conspiracy, between Pulsar Suni and five other accused, to abduct and rape the survivor. The prosecutions first theory was that Pulsar Suni and Dileep conspired during a meeting at hotel Abad Plaza. As per the charges, the duo entered into a criminal conspiracy to videograph nude visuals and sexual acts of the survivor to defame and harass her. Dileep allegedly called Suni to room 410 of Abad Plaza on MG Road, Ernakulam, on a day between March 28 and April 2, 2013. There, Suni agreed to the plan, and Dileep allegedly promised him Rs 1.5 crore, the prosecution said. Advocate Sujesh Menon, Dileeps counsel, said the allegation lacked valid proof. The prosecution relied on tower location data showing that Dileep and Suni were in the same place at similar times. Menon countered that Dileep was at those places or film shoots or rehearsals, while Suni, being a driver on film sets, too might have been present. There was no evidence proving they met or discussed any plan, he argued. The prosecution maintained that several circumstances pointed to an illegal quotation agreement between the two, like Suni initially concealing Dileeps role, and, during the assault, misleading the survivor by claiming a woman had issued the quotation. During interrogation, and in a letter to Dileep, Suni reportedly admitted to receiving instructions from him. The court held the evidence did not conclusively link Dileep. 2017 Kerala actor abduction case: We had complete freedom, support from seniors throughout, says probe officer The prosecutions third theory centred on an alleged meeting between Dileep and Suni at Padmasarovaram on December 26, 2016. Police pursued this angle following revelations by filmmaker Balachandra Kumar. Kumar alleged he saw Dileep interacting closely with Suni. The significance of this meeting, they argued, was heightened by the fact that the first failed attempt to attack the survivor took place in Goa just days later. The prosecution claimed that oral evidence from Kumar, Nadirsha, Jinson, and Vishnu (Sunis cousin), along with forensic analysis and digital and documentary records, corroborated the meeting. However, the defence countered that the audio clips submitted by Kumar had no evidentiary value, as he had not produced the original phone used to record them.
AMMA and FEFKA consider reinstating Dileep
KOCHI: With the court acquitting Dileep in the 2017 actor assault case, film bodies including the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA) and the Film Employees Federation of Kerala (FEFKA) have initiated discussions to give membership to the former, who was suspended from the association in July 2017. FEFKA was the first film body to suspend actor Dileep from his primary membership soon after his arrest in the case. As a trade union, we suspended Dileep after his arrest. Now, he has been acquitted in the case and we are considering reinstating his membership. We have requested the directors union to look into the verdict and consider revoking his suspension, FEFKA general secretary B Unnikrishnan said. Though AMMA expelled Dileep, he was later reinstated, leading to a controversy. In October 2018, he eventually resigned from the association under pressure from the Women in Cinema Collective (WCC). He was also the treasurer of the artists association during the late Innocents term as the president. Malayalam actor assault case: Dileep walks free, targets ex-wife Manju Warrier Let law take its course. AMMA respects the court, AMMA wrote on social media on Monday. Addressing the media in Kochi, AMMA vice-president Lakshmi Priya welcomed the verdict. I personally welcome the court verdict. I dont think Dileepettan would attempt such a crime. This does not mean we are not with the survivor. Both of them are our colleagues and friends. But I dont think he would do this, she said. Dileep is also the founding president of the Film Exhibitors United Organisation of Kerala.
Prosecution counters Dileeps allegations against Manju
KOCHI: Soon after the acquittal, Dileep came out against Manju Warrier , alleging that she hatched a conspiracy against him. He pointed out that Manju, during a gathering of film stars two days after the incident, had said the sexual assault on the woman actor was organised and should be thoroughly probed. However, the prosecution countered this by saying that if they had intended to implicate him based on Manjus remarks, they could have done so while filing the main chargesheet against Pulsar Suni and five others. Special Public Prosecutor V Ajakumar told TNIE, Dileeps statement is absolutely wrong. We have produced all evidence against him. There was no deliberate attempt to arraign him as an accused in the case. 2017 Kerala actor abduction case: No evidence ever existed against Dileep, says Pillai He clarified that the probe proceeded based on a letter sent by Dileep alleging extortion to the then Director General of Police (DGP) Loknath Behera, along with a letter sent by Pulsar Suni from jail. Behera forwarded both to the SIT for examination. Ajakumar said, after Behera was relieved from the DGP post, T P Senkumar took charge. Senkumar, who reportedly had a longstanding professional rivalry with B Sandhya, who headed the SIT, issued an order restraining the team from arresting Dileep. Later, Senkumar left the post and Behera returned as DGP. Sandhya then explained all the findings against Dileep, after which Behera granted the liberty to proceed against him, he said.
Kerala Local Body Polls: Phase 1 Voting Begins in Seven Districts
The second phase will be held on December 11 and counting of votes will take place on December 13
KOCHI: The delivery of the long-awaited verdict in the actor abduction case has cast a renewed spotlight on the crucial role played by the investigation teams in bringing the case to its legal conclusion. With the case featuring high-profile names like Dileep in the chargesheet, the probe involved meticulous processes of framing charges, collecting evidence, and completing every procedural step with precision. We had complete freedom throughout the investigation, and the support from our senior officers enabled us to conduct the probe independently, said investigation officer Byju Paulose, a DySP with the crime branch. A case involving high-profile individuals and intense public attention comes with unique challenges. Many witnesses from the film industry were initially hesitant to give statements, while common people were more willing to come forward, he said. Citing his own instance, the officer said he underwent chief and cross-examination for eight and a half years four days a week. The probe team worked in complete coordination, and we were able to collect and present a massive volume of digital evidence before the court, perhaps one of the highest produced in India in a conspiracy case, Paulose said. Malayalam actor assault case: Dileep walks free, targets ex-wife Manju Warrier An officer with the initial probe team led by DySP Babu Kumar, who requested anonymity, said the investigation made a crucial breakthrough linking actor Dileep to the case. During our inquiry, the team uncovered a lead involving an alleged letter written by prime accused N S Sunil, aka Pulsar Suni, which pointed towards Dileep. Based on this, we arrested the actor, he said. After Babu went on deputation, a special investigation team (SIT) was formed with Byju taking charge, he said. Binu P P, an officer with the SIT, said the team encountered numerous hurdles throughout the investigation, though none of them ever stalled the probe itself. Rather, the real obstacles emerged during trial phase. Kerala government to appeal against acquittal of Dileep in 2017 actor assault case
Mollywood post 2017: The quiet yet firm reset
KOCHI: The actor assault case can indeed be imputed for splitting Malayalam cinemas recent history into two distinct phases the before and after. Few events in the states cultural sphere have shaken the collective conscience as profoundly as the 2017 abduction and sexual assault of a prominent actor. The incident not only exposed troubling power imbalances within the industry but also forced long-overdue introspection among its stakeholders. Polarisation was immediate between those who stood with the survivor and those who rallied around the accused actor. Yet the industrys evolution in the years since has been striking, marked by institutional reforms and solidarity among women. A key catalyst for this shift has been the formation of the Women in Cinema Collective (WCC). It has been instrumental in pushing for systemic change, advocating for safety, dignity, and gender equity in the workplace. The sustained interventions of WCC kept the issue alive in the public discourse and led to the government making internal complaints committees must across film sets. One of the most significant changes has been the flood of revelations that followed the case. As WCC noted in a post on X: Culture of silence is the term coined by the Justice Hema Committee report to describe the effect of power groups in Malayalam cinema. Fear fuels silence and silence amplifies fear. But once silence is broken, it becomes an opportunity to break the fear as we have seen in our industry. Over the years, production houses have slowly aligned with new expectations. Awareness sessions have become more frequent, contracts include clauses on harassment, and informal hiring networks are giving way to more structured processes. Judge Honey Varghese scripts final chapter in high-profile assault case Implementation remains uneven, but the mindset shift is evident: Female actors and technicians now speak more openly about rights, workplace safety, and pay equity, subjects once considered off limits. Actor and WCC member Archana Padmini said the collective fight of women brought long-suppressed issues to the forefront. Earlier, every abuse was brushed aside by the assertion that we are a family. The conversation on the dignity and rights of female actors found resonance in society Blatant abuses and sexual predation are now almost absent, she told TNIE. Archana said, The fight of the actress gave a sense of direction to thousands of women who say they are thankful to her for standing up As a WCC member, it has meant less work but more respect and dignity in whatever little work I get. Calling it a small but decisive turnaround, she said theres still a long way to go. 'Not the final verdict': Retd DGP B Sandhya on actor assault case verdict
Kerala local body polls: Voting under way for first phase in seven districts
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Judge Honey Varghese scripts final chapter in high-profile assault case
KOCHI: Tension hung heavy in the District Sessions Court on Monday morning as the clock struck 11. Sessions Judge Honey M Varghese stepped into a jam-packed courtroom, greeting those present with folded hands. As directed by her, all accused, including the eighth, moved to the stand. A stillness enveloped the hall as lawyers were asked to step aside so she could address the accused directly. I want to communicate clearly to the accused, the judge said. After keeping the case file for more than seven years and presiding over five years of trial, Judge Honey Varghese began delivering the verdict. Her voice rose as she read out the brutal acts committed by Pulsar Suni and five other accused, who were all found guilty. The court, however, acquitted actor Dileep. Members of the legal fraternity described Judge Honey Varghese as meticulous in her courtroom proceedings, compassionate in matters where needed, and firm where the law leaves no room for leniency. Honey Varghese, who hails from a family rooted in Left politics, began her career in Thrissur. She joined the judicial service in 2012 after being appointed as a district and sessions judge. Over the years, she has presided over several sensitive cases. Her transfer to the Additional Special Sessions Court, designated to hear the actor assault case, marked a turning point. She was assigned the trial after the survivor moved the High Court, seeking a special judge. Dileep targets former wife Manju, calls actor assault case a 'conspiracy' after acquittal The HC appointed Honey while she was serving as a CBI Special Court judge. In 2021, she was promoted to head the Ernakulam Principal and Sessions Court but was allowed to continue with the trial. She is now awaiting elevation as a Kerala HC judge. She concluded the trial after examining 261 witnesses. The trial itself saw several dramatic turns. Both the state government and the survivor moved the HC, seeking a change of judge. In a plea filed in 2022, the survivor alleged she had lost faith in the trial court, citing a voice clip recovered from the mobile phone of actor Dileep that purportedly suggested attempts by the accused to establish contact with the judge and her husband, an excise circle inspector accused in a custodial torture case. However, the High Court declined the plea. The Supreme Court, meanwhile, extended the deadline to finish the trial nearly eight times.
Banks in Kerala are closed today, December 9, due to the first phase of local body elections, while all other states operate normally. Several regional bank holidays remain throughout December 2025 for festivals, anniversaries, and state-specific observances across India.
Anand Mahindra keeps tryst with Kadamakkudys serene beauty
KOCHI: Industrialist Anand Mahindra has fulfilled a personal promise, visiting the idyllic Kadamakkudy islands on the outskirts of Kochi and returning utterly captivated by their rustic beauty. His recent visit, following the Mahindra Groups M101 annual leadership conference in the city, has put this tranquil destination firmly on the national, and possibly international, tourism map. Mahindra shared his experience on X, articulating the profound effect the islands had on him. I lived up to a promise I had made to myself, he posted. His description painted a picture of pristine serenity: Clean and pristine. Tranquil kayals (backwaters) stretching as far as the eye can see, with small launches chugging gently along their waters. Egrets and black cormorants, preening and drying themselves in the sun. Mesmerising. He concluded with a poignant observation: Some landscapes dont just impress; they recalibrate you. The visit was the culmination of a desire sparked earlier. In July, Mahindra had posted about Kadamakkudy being often listed amongst the most beautiful villages on earth, adding it to his personal bucket list for his December business trip to Kochi. The industrialists effusive praise instantly set the social media platform alight. The posts garnered widespread attention, with countless users sharing the news and praising the hidden gem. Capitalising on the moment, Kerala Tourism Minister P A Mohamed Riyas had then quickly extended an official invitation, also via X, stating, Always welcome to the land of incredible destinations and experiences Anand Ji @anandmahindra.. It will be a privilege for #KeralaTourism to host you at #Kadamakkudy. The excitement generated by Mahindras spotlight has significantly accelerated plans to improve accessibility to Kadamakkudy, a cluster of 14 tranquil islands. The Kochi Water Metro is actively working to launch its much-anticipated services to the popular tourist destination. Initially, the Water Metro had aimed to start operations to Kadamakkudy in December, a timeline intended to coincide with the industrialists planned visit. The final launch has faced a slight delay. Kochi Metro authorities recently announced that the work of the pontoon installation at Kadamakkudy is still pending, pushing the services commencement to January. Historically, these islands thrived on water-based transport. Therein lies the solution. Water Metro connectivity will be a big boost for the place. The tourism department could also deploy solar boats. Another possibility is bringing in houseboats, after dredging some shallow regions, said Dilraj Nalukandathil, director of GDM Travels, a startup promoting sustainable community tourism. Despite the minor setback, Anand Mahindras commitment to his promise has yielded a significant outcome: transforming a serene, lesser-known island cluster into a must-visit destination. His personal endorsement has provided an invaluable boost to Keralas tourism sector, promising a new era of recognition and connectivity for the islands of Kadamakkudy.
CET researchers develop tech for safe micro-grids
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: In what could benefit critical sectors and even remote tribal hamlets that rely on localised renewable energy-based power sources, a team of researchers from College of Engineering Trivandrum (CET) have invented a technology to increase the safety and reliability of electrical micro-grids. Micro-grids are mini versions of the larger power grids that can supply electricity to a specific area, such as a neighbourhood, campus, or even a large building through sources such as solar energy. The technology that accurately detects islanding conditions and faults in grid-connected micro-grids, has won CET a patent from the Government of India. Islanding occurs when a part of the grid stays energised by local sources such as solar power during an outage. It is highly dangerous as it creates severe safety risks such as electrocution, damage to equipment and destablisation of the grid. Even under challenging scenarios such as fluctuations in solar power generation or unstable variations in micro-grid loads, the universal adaptive relay developed by us demonstrated precise and dependable performance, said lead researcher Prof Rajeev T of the Department of Electrical Engineering, CET. The team comprised former research scholar Divya S Nair and former MTech student Sindhura Miraj. The research was conducted as part of a project funded by NaMPET, with technical collaboration from Dr Vinod V, Associate Professor ay GEC Barton Hill and C-DAC scientist Aby Joseph. The patented technology enables the universal microcontroller-based relay with the training knowledge to precisely detect and differentiate between islanding, non-islanding, and fault conditions. The relaying technique has two operational levels: the phase deviation control technique that performs the first level, and the hybrid detection technique that performs the second. The invention adopts a unique hybrid detection approach capable of distinguishing between islanding and non-islanding scenarios. This approach effectively pinpoints faults in grid-connected AC micro-grids. The system can also avoid nuisance tripping and unintentional islanding without compromising operational speed., Rajeev explained. Micro-grids are of immense benefit to far flung areas such as tribal settlements where drawing conventional power lines poses a lot of challenges, said R Harikumar, Dir Energy Management Centre (EMC)-Kerala under the state power department. The invention, he noted, would help in improving safety and efficiency of such grids. Meanwhile, the EMC is in discussions on developing urban micro grids in the state that would power critical emergency response and command centres, especially during times of natural disasters. Holding promise CET researchers universal microcontroller-based relay technology has won a patent Invention effectively pinpoints faults in grid-connected AC micro-grids Hybrid detection approach distinguishes hazardous and non hazardous situations Technology avoids nuisance tripping and thereby enhances operational speed
Schools across India are closed on December 9, 2025, due to weather disruptions, elections, and strikes. Jammu & Kashmir faces a cold wave, Kerala holds local elections, cyclone rains affect Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh, and Maharashtra sees closures due to a teachers' strike.
Bun maska-chai: The viral combo sweeping Kerala
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Yummy butter spread between a tasty bun, dipped in hot tea this simple combination has endeared itself to Keralites. Originally from the Irani cafes of Mumbai, the dish is trending all over Kerala, with food vloggers making it the talk of the town. And the origin of this sudden craze for bun maska in the state could be traced to a couple from Kochi The Chai Couple and what they call their single-minded decision. When Saran Dileep and Sreelekshmi T S decided to return from abroad and choose and pursue a passion in Kochi, they were unsure about where to start. An avid tea lover, Sreelekshmi felt there should be a place that answers an everyday question: Where can we get good chai? That thought grew: What if we add some snacks, but not the usual oily ones? Overnight, the duo bought some charts, took a table from their house and borrowed their grandmothers flask. The next morning, they were ready in front of the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kaloor, armed with a limited number of buns and some tea. The Chai Couple Cafe, and the viral bun maska-chai combo, took off. Instead of beginning a fully-fledged shop, we thought of experimenting, to see if people like what we offer, said Saran. Maintaining that the dish is their version of bun maska, he said never in their dreams did the two think it would become a statewide trend. Terming it a result of both word of mouth promotion and support of food vloggers, Saran commented they are happy to see the dish going viral. Our confidence is in our customers, said Sreelekshmi, adding that many, including their first-ever tea customer, return to their food spot. One of our customers is even developing our new token system, she said, adding that they have always been keen on not compromising on quality. Food vloggers across the state say the bun maska-tea combo has gone viral. Niyadh Basheer (@foodencyclopediatrivandrum) said the key complaint he hears from foodies is the dish being out of stock. There are shops open till 2am, selling bun maska and tea in Thiruvananthapuram. Techies have taken over spaces in the Technopark side, where they sell bun maska, he said, adding that the capital citys thattukada culture has boosted peoples love for the dish. Devayani S Thilakan (@toastory) says the affordable nature of the dish has made it attractive for college students in Kozhikode. We commonly see students who are visiting the beach, gathering at shops selling the items, she said.
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More than eight years after the abduction and sexual assault of a popular actress, a crime which shook the Malayalam film industry and Kerala society, a trial court today has pronounced its verdict on the case. The first six accused were found guilty of the crime, while actor Dileep, the eighth accused and the alleged mastermind who spent close to three months in jail, was found not guilty. Bina Paul, film editor and founder of the Women in Cinema Collective (WCC), which was formed in the aftermath of the incident, speaks to The Hindu on the verdict. Interview: S. R. Praveen Editing: Thamodharan B
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Justice What?: Parvathy's Post After Dileep's Acquittal In Kerala Actor Rape Case
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