No fresh Nipah cases in Kerala; more contacts turn negative for virus
Infected person administered first dose of antiviral drug remdesivir; ICMR team visits urban health centre at Ramanattukara in Kozhikode
CM and Opposition Leader Criticise VCs For Attending RSS Event In Kerala
Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan demanded an apology from three Vice Chancellors.
Vice-Chancellors participation at RSS event draws sharp criticism in Kerala
KUHS V-C Mohanan Kunnummal, MG University V-C in-charge Mavoothu D. and Thunchath Ezhuthachan Malayalam University V-C in-charge C.R. Prasad were present at the event held in Thiruvananthapuram on June 13
No New Nipah Virus Cases in Kerala; Health Minister Reports 29 Negative Tests
Thiruvananthapuram, June 14: Kerala has not reported any new cases of the Nipah virus. Health Minister K. Muraleedharan announced that 11 tests have returned negative. Currently, there are 100 individuals on the contact list, including 44 healthcare workers. Out of 30 tests conducted so far, 29 have been negative, with only one patient testing positive. ... Read more No New Nipah Virus Cases in Kerala; Health Minister Reports 29 Negative Tests
UDF endorses demand for bifurcation of Keralas Malappuram district
District-level meeting of the alliance discusses proposal, decides to seek appointment of a special officer to examine its feasibility
IUML, UDF in a sticky wicket on the nomination of non-Muslim members to Waqf Board
The onus is on the IUML and the UDF to take a call on the communally sensitive issue as a BJP leader has moved the Kerala High Court challenging the non-inclusion of non-Muslims in the Board
Southern Railway highlights 2025-26 achievements; rollout includes Amrit Bharat and MEMU services
The expansion included the rollout of 23 new train services originating from or terminating in Tamil Nadu alone, alongside 14 in Kerala and five in Karnataka, with several shared services benefiting more than one state
Kerala lottery results today: Kerala Lottery Samrudhi SM-59 results for Sunday, 14 June 2026, have been officially declared. Ticket holders can now check their numbers for the 1 crore first prize and other attractive cash rewards. Full list of other winning numbers here.
Police hunt for gangs recruiting students into drug trade
As part of the initiative, SPGs functioning in more than 250 schools across the district will be mobilised to assist law enforcement agencies in gathering information, strengthening surveillance and identifying vulnerable students who may be drawn into drug distribution networks
'Greater defeats await CPM': Venugopal counters 'ED agent' barb against Rahul Gandhi
Congress leader K C Venugopal accused the CPM of having a political inferiority complex and failing to introspect on its electoral decline. He stated that the CPM's criticism of Rahul Gandhi is utterly ridiculous and stems from their recent defeat in Kerala, urging them to focus on their own downfall instead.
Kerala HSCAP Plus One First Allotment Result 2026 Out, Here's How To Check?
Kerala HSCAP Plus One First Allotment Result 2026 has been released. Candidates who applied through the SWS can now check their allotment status online.
Kerala HSCAP has announced the First Allotment Result 2026 for Plus One admissions. Students can check their seat status on the official website. Those allotted seats must complete admissions between June 15 and June 17, 2026. Required documents include allotment memo, mark sheet, and transfer certificate. Options exist for those unsatisfied with their seats.
CPI(M) targeting Rahul Gandhi to hide its own failures, says Venugopal
Venugopal said that the CPI(M) leaderships reactions reveal their political inferiority complex, which has reduced them to the Opposition even in Kerala
Kerala remains Indias ground zero for the Nipah virus, but why?
A new Nipah virus case in Kozhikode, Kerala, highlights the state's recurring outbreaks. Experts link these to fruit bats and human activity. Kerala's strong surveillance system detects cases effectively. The World Health Organisation considers Nipah a priority pathogen. Investigations are underway to understand the current infection's source and potential spread.
Actress Parvathy Thiruvothu faced threats and lost projects for her activism. She recently spoke about the 2017 Kerala case and its impact. She advocates for inclusive feminism and safer workplaces. Family, friends, and the Women in Cinema Collective provided support. Despite challenges, she continues her journey, committed to her convictions. Read on!
Anaswara Rajan joins 'Happy' celebrations - WATCH video
Allu Arjun's 'Happy' is back in Kerala theatres with a 4K remastered version, sparking a festive mood among fans nearly two decades after its original release. The romantic entertainer, instrumental in earning Arjun the 'Mallu Arjun' moniker, is enjoying immense popularity, with its re-release collecting significantly at the box office.
8 years, multiple outbreaks: Why Kerala remains Indias nipah hotspot
Kerala is once again the epicenter of a Nipah virus outbreak, with the latest case in Kozhikode prompting intensive surveillance. While the virus has appeared in India before, Kerala has seen the majority of cases since 2018, likely due to a close animal-human interface and a highly sensitive health system.
AI to openup greater opportunities: Higher Education Minister
Pariyathukavu land dispute resolved; Dalit families to get land within disputed property
Govt. to build houses in the allotted plots using funds raised through sponsorship; until the houses are built, the families will be allowed to stay in their present houses
Kerala to launch free bus travel for women tomorrow
Kerala's UDF government will launch its free bus travel scheme for women on June 15, a key election promise. Women can travel for free on all KSRTC ordinary buses, with the state government covering the estimated 2 crore daily cost. The scheme will be inaugurated by Chief Minister VD Satheesan with an all-women staff service.
Kerala has seen a new outbreak of shigellosis, caused by this gram-negative, contagious bacterium, which infects millions globally every year
Left should study changes in Kerala society during neoliberal era: economist
Karipur gold case unveils rival smuggling, dacoity network
Kochi cyber police to submit report on complaint against YouTuber
Cyber police are preparing the report following the State Police Chiefs order for a probe into a series of allegations against the YouTuber and his former associates, all of whom are popular on streaming platforms
CPI(M) holds protest in Kozhikode over govt.s Nipah response
Sreedharans high-speed rail will not solve Keralas travel problems, says forum
The technocrat has proposed a gauge and speed similar to the K-Rail project and this will not address the requirements of the people, the K-Rail SilverLine Virudha Janakeeya Samithi has said
You can hug Modi, but not Pinarayi? CPI(M) general secretary M.A. Baby asks Rahul Gandhi
CPI(M) leader accuses Congress leader of aiding Central agencies; calls for political decorum within INDIA bloc
RSS working on making Hindu society strong: Mohan Bhagwat
Shigella cases detected in Wadakkanchery municipality
Two children infected; Health Department intensifies surveillance and preventive measures
Economic justice central to resisting neo-fascism: Patnaik
Left leaders emphasise welfare, equality and cultural intervention at EMS memorial event
Mix-up in reporting Cholera cases exposes communication lapse in Keralas Health dept.
Health Minister K. Muraleedharan confirms two cholera cases in Palakkad, even as tests rule out the infection in two suspected patients in the district
Penshurst Estate unveils high-tech worker housing in Peerumade
The new layams were constructed at the Penshurst Estate under Malankara Plantations in Bon Ami, on the Elappara-Vagamon route in Idukki
Railway Thiruvananthapuram division bags five efficiency shields
P&T apartment residents to hit protest path again
Residents, organised under the P&T Apartment Owners Association, are preparing to launch yet another protest at the GCDA headquarters in Kadavanthra on June 15, demanding an immediate solution to their woes
Fans In Kerala Pay Ultimate Tribute To Lionel Messi's Argentina, Set Up Floating Stadium In River
In Pullavoor, Argentina fans have set up a float in the middle of the river in the form of a mini football stadium, with cutouts of the entire Argentine squad standing on top of it.
State cancels Kerala Waqf Board CEO posting
Nipah containment steps gather pace in Ramanattukara
A roadmap for Keralas agricultural transformation
Sabarimala gold theft case: SIT issues notice to former TDB president P.S. Prashanth
The SIT will reach the temple on June 14 to collect more samples
Keralas Chief Minister Satheeshan Calls Meeting Ahead of Budget Presentation on June 19
Thiruvananthapuram, June 13: Speculation is rife in Keralas political circles regarding Chief Minister and Finance Minister V.D. Satheeshans recent public absence. All eyes are now on his upcoming first state budget, set to be presented on June 19. This budget is expected to define the direction of the new government and test Satheeshans transformation from ... Read more Keralas Chief Minister Satheeshan Calls Meeting Ahead of Budget Presentation on June 19
Master plan soon to address human-animal conflict in Idukki
Operation Toofan: rural police seize 60 kg of suspected ganja in two weeks
Around 60 cases were registered, and 73 people were arrested under the NDPS Act after the drive started on June 1, 2026
Two fishermen injured in LPG cylinder blast on boat
Plus One admissions in Kerala to begin on Monday
First allotment will be published to enable student admissions from 10 a.m. The admissions will continue till 5 p.m. on June 17. Details will be available on https://www.hscap.kerala.gov.in
Stop being facilitator for ED, Modi govt: CPI(M) slams Rahul Gandhi over remarks on Vijayan
Mr. Gandhi earlier said he cannot hug former Kerala Chief Minister Vijayan as he has an ongoing political fight with him
Transfer of Kerala's Director of Health Services kicks up a row
The government order transferring her had a statement that Dr. Reena had availed 15 days leave during the epidemic period, setting off the speculation that she was booted out for seeking leave at a time when the public health system was under considerable strain
Library Science graduates face unemployment as schools rely on teachers
Despite norms mandating dedicated library staff, successive governments have delayed permanent recruitment for over two decades
Stop being facilitator for ED, Modi govt: CPI(M) slams Rahul Gandhi over remarks on Pinarayi Vijayan
CPI(M) leader M A Baby criticized Congress's Rahul Gandhi. Gandhi stated he cannot hug Kerala's former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan due to political differences. Baby urged Gandhi to cease facilitating the ED and Modi government by demanding Vijayan's arrest. This exchange occurred after Left leaders objected to earlier Congress remarks alleging tacit understanding between CPI(M) and BJP.
Ayurvod wins Gold at World Liqueur Awards 2026
Ayurvod is a craft spirit brand blending Indian Ayurvedic traditions with European distillation
Kerala college sets up a giant portrait of football legends, made entirely of scrap
Artwork, spanning around 1,000 sq ft set up on Nirmala College campus in Muvattupuzha in Ernakulam district, features Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar Junior and has been created using discarded materials, including 1.06 lakh soft drink caps
Keralas zoonotic potential in the background of Nipah
The peak Nipah virus spillover risk in the State is from April to September, when the abundance of seasonal fruit-laden trees, increased bat foraging activity, bat breeding season and viral shedding dynamics coincide, increasing the risk of human exposure. This pattern has not changed in Kerala since the very first outbreak.
22nd P. Kesavadev Literary Award for Subhash Chandran
Kesavadev Diabscreen Kerala Award will be presented to Thankam Subramonian
Document moots new legislation on the lines of Disha Act in Andhra Pradesh to prevent crime against women
Attempts on to resolve Pariyathukavu land dispute, says Minister Roji M. John
Pinarayi Vijayans Shift: Engaging with the Public Amidst Criticism and Political Pressure
Thiruvananthapuram, June 13: Pinarayi Vijayan, who has served as Keralas Chief Minister for a decade, has recently shown a noticeable change in his approach. Historically, his style was characterized by authority and a deliberate distance from the public. However, recent events have prompted a shift in his demeanor. Shortly after taking office in 2016, Vijayan ... Read more Pinarayi Vijayans Shift: Engaging with the Public Amidst Criticism and Political Pressure
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Arrives in Kerala for Three-Day Visit
He is scheduled to participate in lecture events being organised in Thiruvananthapuram and Thrissur as part of the RSS centenary programmes
Three Persons Under Nipah Observation in Keralas Kozhikkode
Ten more persons have been added to the contact list, taking the total number of contacts under surveillance to 87
Pinarayi responds to Rahul Gandhis hug remark
Kerala Opposition leader Pinarayi Vijayan has hit back at Rahul Gandhi over his remarks at an INDIA bloc meeting, accusing the Congress leader of weakening the alliance and helping the BJP through his political approach.
Keralas fiscal status report: Its politics and economics
The report places considerable emphasis on Keralas outstanding liabilities. But the rising debt was largely a product of the Covid-19 pandemic, when the State made full use of the higher borrowing limit allowed by the Union
The Kerala State Lottery Department will conduct the Karunya KR-757 draw on June 13, 2026, with a grand prize of Rs 1 crore. The lottery, priced at Rs 50, supports the Karunya Benevolent Fund, aiding economically weaker patients. Winners must claim prizes within 30 days through designated lottery offices.
Nipah: Nilgiris steps up vigil after cases reported in Kerala
Rahul Gandhis approach helping BJP, not strengthening INDIA bloc, says Kerala ex-CM Pinarayi Vijayan
Rahul Gandhi had said during a recent INDIA bloc meeting that he would not hug the ex-Chief Minister of Kerala because he had an ongoing political fight with him
Watch: Nipah virus hasnt spread; all tests so far negative: Kerala Minister K Muraleedharan
Complaints filed over alleged mangrove destruction for STP near Sarovaram
The complaint states that there is clear evidence that trees and vegetation were uprooted using a JCB and that the area was subsequently filled with soil
Kerala Devaswom Special Govt. Pleader steps down following controversy over his appointment
K.B. Pradeep says he doesnt want to embarrass the government in a non-issue
Centre suspends Cell Broadcasting Services
An order issued by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on June 12 stated that, due to certain issues flagged by the competent authorities, the Cell Broadcast Service is being kept on hold until further instructions
Retirement took an unexpected turn for a woman from Kerala. Instead of slowing down, she began an incredible journey across Europe the very next day. Her travels included Switzerland, Paris, Lourdes, Germany, Venice, Rome, Vatican City, Portugal, and Madrid. This inspiring story shows retirement as a vibrant new beginning, filled with exploration and adventure.
From Kerala to latex: Tracing London-based designer Harri KSs unlikely rise
Raised around rubber plantations in Kerala, designer Harri KS is rethinking latex, form, and the idea of wearability
Rahul Gandhi's approach does not strengthen INDIA alliance: Pinarayi Vijayan
Kerala Opposition Leader Pinarayi Vijayan has criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. Vijayan stated Gandhi's political approach does not strengthen the INDIA alliance. He believes it often helps the BJP. Vijayan mentioned other non-Congress parties also raised objections during a meeting. He feels Gandhi's actions create a situation that benefits the BJP's interests.
Flight headed to Kozhikode makes emergency landing at Kochi airport
As per established safety protocols, a local standby was declared, followed by a full emergency at 3.34 a.m. to ensure the readiness of all airport emergency response services
Murari Babu, former TDB official accused in Sabarimala gold theft case, passes away
Murari Babu has been ailing for some time, and the death occurred around 12.48 a.m., said authorities of the Amrita Hospital in Kochi
Kerala High Court Transfers Investigation of 23 Child Deaths to CBI
Kochi, June 13: The Kerala High Court has directed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to take over the investigation into multiple child deaths in Palakkad district over the past 13 years. The court expressed concern regarding irregularities in the investigation methods of at least one case. A division bench comprising Chief Justice Soman Sen ... Read more Kerala High Court Transfers Investigation of 23 Child Deaths to CBI
Keralas Development Accelerated Under Modi Government, Claims Rajeev Chandrasekhar
Thiruvananthapuram, June 13: Rajeev Chandrasekhar, the President of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Kerala, asserted on Friday that significant progress has been made in the states development under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marking 12 years of the Modi government. He accused previous state administrations of undermining Keralas economic foundation. Chandrasekhar highlighted ... Read more Keralas Development Accelerated Under Modi Government, Claims Rajeev Chandrasekhar
Road, drainage works progressing along Palarivattom corridor
The laying of interlocking tiles has been completed over a short stretch in front of St. Martins Church at Palarivattom, while groundwork, including the spreading of metal and surface levelling, is under way
Invisible tropical waves linked to extreme rainfall, says study
The study reveals that invisible atmospheric disturbances known as Kelvin, Rossby and Mixed Rossby-Gravity waves significantly enhance heavy rainfall by organising deep convective cloud systems and increasing moisture convergence over the Arabian Sea and the Western Ghats
Police propose measures to tackle Kochi citys traffic woes on a war footing
Identified traffic choke points include Edappally, Palarivattom, Cheranalloor, Edachira, Vyttila, Thiruvankulam, Thevara, Bolgatty Junction, Pallimukku, High Court Jn., Kaloor and Kadavanthra
High Court directs panel to proceed with demolition of Chander Kunj Army towers
Firm that demolished Maradu flats gets nod for twin towers demolition; court declines to stay award of demolition contract to Edifice Engineering despite challenge by lowest bidder
Malayidamthuruth land dispute talks hit hurdle
Minister-led meeting scheduled to discuss a proposal to avoid the eviction of seven Dalit families from the 2.69-acre Pariyathukavu settlement postponed to a later date
Gold theft on Guruvayur-Chennai train: eight-member inter-state gang arrested
Railway Protection Force, in coordination with Tamil Nadu Government Railway Police, recover stolen property worth 2.5 crore
Water supply disruption likely in some city areas over the weekend
Due to urgent maintanance works at the KWAs water treatment plants
Arul R.B. Krishna posted as District Police Chief (Thiruvananthapuram City)
He was previously the Deputy Inspector General of Police, Ernakulam Range
ED attack case accused taken to LoPs residence for evidence collection
Former Thiruvananthapuram Corporation councillor I.P. Binu was among the seven CPI(M) workers taken for evidence collection
Kochi Corporation to kick start drive to relocate authorised street vendors
Authorised vendors will be relocated in July to 67 dedicated vending zones identified across 76 divisions under the Street Vendors Act, 2014
New liquor policy after Budget: Liju
Excise Minister says discussions will take place within UDF as well as with all stakeholders. The objective is to formulate a policy that is beneficial to Kerala and helps guide society forward
BSL-3 lab in Kozhikode set to strengthen Nipah virus detection
The high-containment facility is expected to bolster the States diagnostic self-reliance and facilitate the early detection of high-consequence pathogens such as the Nipah virus
Fake notes found in cash deposited at bank in Kannur
Eight counterfeit 500 currencies were detected in a cash deposit made at a private bank in Kannur
Residents launch protest against plans to begin toll collection at Chalingal plaza
They allege that service roads, drainage systems, and other key infrastructure works on the stretch remain incomplete
Three northern districts on yellow alert on Saturday
KSTA stages protest against transfer of leaders
Alleges transfer of its leaders was carried out in violation of norms
One more shigellosis death in Kerala
