Actor assault case: Kerala High Court dismisses plea for suspension of sentence by second accused
There is prima facie evidence to prove that the accused aided the commission of the crime and participated in the conspiracy as well, says court
HC forms SIT to probe ghee supply to Sabarimala
The Kerala High Court has formed a six-member SIT to investigate Milma ghee procurement irregularities. This special team will probe alleged irregularities in the supply of Milma ghee to the Sabarimala temple. The SIT will be headed by Superintendent of Police MJ Sojan, who is already investigating another case. This officer is investigating the alleged criminal misappropriation of Adiya Sishtam Ghee proceeds.
Life sentence for three in IUML councillor murder case in Kerala
Prosecution examines 45 witnesses; convicts shifted to Kannur Central Jail following verdict
Kerala High Court orders Muvattupuzha RDO to pay 25,000 in costs
Kerala rain 2026: Rain eases in Thrissur, relief camps continue
Five relief camps shelter 59 people; Poringalkuthu dam maintains crest level discharge while three families near Puthur Zoological Park are shifted over landslip risk
Include CBSE-sector representatives on panels for readying education policies: council
Council of CBSE Schools Kerala visits Chief Minister, Ministers and recommend establishment of a permanent coordination and communication mechanism between the States General Education department and CBSE schools
Mullaperiyar dam: Kerala reacts sharply to Tamil Nadu Budget announcement on raising water level
Kerala government sticks to its declared stand that a new dam has to be built in Mullaperiyar to replace the existing structure which is 131 years old, Minister says
Spices Board exploring feasibility of indoor saffron farming in Kerala
Board submits a proposal to Agriculture department to promote indoor saffron farming
Water level rises to 2,350 ft in Idukki reservoir in Kerala
Kerala govt. sanctions 312 cr. more for addressing imbalance in urban-rural allocation
Suresh, alias Rahim, 32, is the prime accused in the sexual assault and murder of a four-year-old girl near Palakkad railway station in 2019
Cancel leave granted to jailed BJP councillor Sugathan, says UDF
PCB orders closure of Freshcut poultry waste rendering unit in Kozhikode
The action followed repeated public complaints over pollution, continued violations despite earlier regulatory action, and the persistent environmental impact on nearby residential areas
Spurt in chikungunya cases highlights need to check vector population
As on August 4, a total of 105 confirmed and 62 probable chikungunya cases have been reported from various parts of the State, primarily Thiruvananthapuram. Intense monsoon rainfall interspersed with spells of hot weather has led to an abundance in Aedes mosquitoes
Tirur Bar seeks modern court complex to replace century-old building
The present court complex has served the region for over a century, but it lacks the infrastructure needed for the growing number of cases and modern judicial requirements, says Bar Association officials
Muthalappozhi harbour: Kerala Chief Minister promises urgent decision
Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan indicated that the government has short and long-term measures in mind with respect to the harbour
Govt. Medical College, Kottayam, wins Basheer Award for college magazines
After 64 years, Usha finally exists in States records
The tribal woman from Nilambur receives her birth certificate at the tribal documentation mega adalat after living without any official document for 64 years
Ministers proposal revives row over Kochi Corporations old building
Health Minister K. Muraleedharan suggests using the building for the expansion of Ernakulam General Hospital; Mayor says the council will not agree to handing over the property; Hibi Eden, MP, backs transfer of the property for the hospitals expansion, while the LDF says the GH can expand on its own premises
Restoration of Mala Jewish Synagogue in Kerala begins, three-month deadline set
Conservation under the 100-day programme of UDF government
Kerala rains 2026: orange alert for seven districts on August 6
IMD issues an orange alert for seven districts Kasaragod, Kannur, Ernakulam, Idukki, Kottayam, Pathanamthitta, and Alappuzha on August 6. Remaining seven districts remain under a yellow alert for isolated heavy rain.
Massive traffic overhaul rolled out in Keralas Kollam district ahead of Onam season
Aquafit initiative to train 14,000 students in swimming in first phase in Kerala
Minister for General Education N. Samsudheen inaugurates General Education departments programme for schoolchildren
High wave alert issued for Alappad-Edava coast in Keralas Kollam
Muthanga land agitation: Geethanandan and other accused approach Kerala High Court
The accused reasoned that the Kalpetta court had only found conspiracy charges prima facie, and contended that such a finding did not fulfill the legal requirements of the offence.
UDF facilitating Sangh agenda in universities, says Pinarayi
He says UDFgovernment is facilitating the Sangh Parivars agenda in Keralas higher education sector by remaining silent on the Governors interventions in universities and abandoning the resistance mounted by the previous LDFgovernment
AIIMS for Kinalur in Kozhikode: more organisations jump on to the bandwagon
Communist Party of India to organise protest demonstration on Thursday; Calicut Chamber of Commerce and Industry says avoiding Kinalur is akin to neglecting Malabars developmental aspirations
The one-and-a-half-year-old in Nedumangad had sustained over 90 internal and external injuries. Though the child was brought to hospitals for bone fractures before his death, the systematic trauma was never flagged or reported by treating personnel
Rescue hopes adrift as marine ambulance remains out of service in Keralas Kozhikode
Fishermen reiterate demand for a dedicated sea rescue service as the 6-crore vessel awaits repairs more than a year after going out of service
Kozhikode youth alleges abduction, blackmail by six-member gang
The Chevayur police have launched an investigation with the assistance of the cyber cell and are examining digital evidence, including mobile phone records, to identify the accused
Lab is aimed at equipping students with access to industry-leading data, analytics, and market intelligence tools used by financial professionals worldwide
Moving car gutted in Keralas Kozhikode, driver escapes unhurt
Incident occurred around 9 a.m. on August 5, 2026 near the Pantheerankavu police station
School holiday tomorrow, August 6: On August 6, various regions in India are set to experience heavy to extremely heavy rainfall, prompting local authorities to remain vigilant. Although there is no nationwide holiday planned, school closures will be addressed at a district level. Residents in Delhi-NCR and Kerala should keep a close eye on official advisories to remain informed, as decisions will depend on real-time rainfall updates and safety assessments.
Defamatory post against Kerala Chief Minister: cyber police register case in Kozhikode
Case registered against a Facebook account operating under the name Nithin Kakkedath. Petition filed by a member of the Beypore Block Congress Committee
Kerala Child Rights Commission Goes Digital For Real-Time Assessment
The absence of a unified platform for collating such information had hindered state-level reviews and evidence-based policy formulation. The new dashboard aims to bridge that gap
Studies have shown that mesoscale cloudbursts occurring under favourable ocean-atmospheric conditions may leave a vast area of Kerala vulnerable to flash floods and landslides, anytime during the monsoon season, says expert
Kerala govt plans new housing project to resettle fishers, says Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan
CM says project to address shortcomings in existing Punargeham initiative
Kerala govt has begun work on long-term disaster resilience programme, says CM Satheesan
Kerala Disaster Resilience Programme was announced by UDF govt in Revised Budget for 2026-27
Indian expat from Kerala killed in gas cylinder explosion at Dubai car showroom
A 27-year-old Indian expatriate from Kerala was killed in a gas cylinder explosion at a car showroom on Dubai's Sheikh Zayed Road. Five others were injured in the incident. The Indian Consulate is coordinating the repatriation of the victim's mortal remains
Kerala announces 8 lakh aid for flood victims kin; house compensation hiked
. A total of 27,048 people are currently staying in 462 relief camps across the State
Satheesan says VACB carried out no investigation or proceedings after Congress-led UDF came to power
Kerala CM Satheesan To Hold Talks With TN CM Vijay Over Mullaperiyar
Built in 1895, the Mullaperiyar dam has long been a bone of contention between Tamil Nadu, which owns and operates the dam, and Kerala, where it is located
Kerala Flood Death Toll Rises to 26 as Government Announces Relief Package
Thiruvananthapuram, August 5: The floodwaters in several areas of Kerala are gradually receding, yet heavy rains and strong winds are forecasted for the next five days. In response, the state government announced a significant relief package for flood victims on Wednesday. Additionally, a long-term program aimed at enhancing disaster management capabilities to mitigate annual monsoon ... Read more Kerala Flood Death Toll Rises to 26 as Government Announces Relief Package
Kerala floods: Death toll rises to 26 as 27,048 remain in relief camps
Chief Minister VD Satheesan, addressing the post-cabinet media briefing, said 26 people have died, 11 were injured, and four remain missing in this year's rain-related incidents. At present, 27,048 people are staying in 462 relief camps
Kerala flood volunteer and swimming instructor R Rajesh died on 5 August after he gave his own life jacket to a 61-year-old man he had just rescued from the flooded Kariangode river in Kannur. Rajesh, a native of Thiruvananthapuram who had previously volunteered during the 2018 Kerala floods and the 2024 Wayanad disaster, was swept away by the current. His body was recovered on Tuesday.
Asked about the discrepancy between his latest explanation and the one he gave on Monday, Satheesan declined to respond. He also refused to disclose the identity of the investor
Kerala Expat Killed in Gas Cylinder Blast at Dubai Car Showroom
Indian Consulate confirms death of 27-year-old Kollam native as authorities probe the explosion that also injured five people.
Indian expat killed in Dubai showroom gas blast
Dubai: An Indian expatriate from Kerala was killed in a gas cylinder explosion at a car showroom in Dubai, according to a media report. Shijin Paul, 27, from Keralas Kollam district, died after an explosion on Monday at a car showroom at Sheikh Zayed Road, the Gulf News newspaper reported. The incident comes amid concerns Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Chargesheet filed in actor Dileeps media trial case, Kerala govt informs HC
State tells High Court that probe in all five cases against a TV channel for allegedly violating a gag order in the actor assault case of 2017 has been completed. The court was considering a petition by actor Dileep
Kerala Minister CP John Apologizes for Controversial Remarks on Women
Thiruvananthapuram, August 5: Keralas Transport Minister CP John has issued an apology following backlash over his comments regarding women utilizing the states free bus travel scheme. On Wednesday, he clarified that he never intended to offend anyone and acknowledged the need for more careful word choice. John stated to reporters, I never aimed to criticize ... Read more Kerala Minister CP John Apologizes for Controversial Remarks on Women
Kerala rain havoc: Govt announces 8-lakh aid for kin of each deceased
Death toll from rain-related incidents rises to 26; four still missing, says Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan
Kerala Minister John Expresses Regret Over Remark on Women's Transport
John had said that women who use the state's free Priyadarshini bus travel scheme and government hospitals prefer to educate their children in private schools, triggering a political row in the state
New Agasthyamalai eviction orders continue to silence Forest Rights Act
Nowhere does the FRA produce a requirement that other traditional forest dwellers have to have occupied the land they are claiming for three generations before 2005 nor does the Act prohibit commercial activities on all forest lands yet the administration and the judiciary have hampered the FRAs implementation on these grounds.
Heavy rain batters Kerala as more people shifted to relief camps in districts
Heavy rain continued to lash Kerala on Wednesday, inundating low-lying areas and forcing authorities to open additional relief camps as evacuations gathered pace. Southern districts remained the worst affected
Court verdict brings wounds of Keralas Muthanga land agitation back into focus
Muthanga agitation has returned to the limelight after a court recently acquitted all accused who stood trial, including social activist M. Geethanandan, in the case relating to murder of a police constable. However, it convicted Geethanandan and three others on related charges
Kasaragod native arrested for assaulting woman Sub Inspector in Kozhikode
Thudakkam trailer: Vismaya Mohanlals debut promises an intriguing action drama
Directed by Jude Anthany Joseph, the film, slated to release on August 7, will also have a cameo appearance by legendary actor Mohanlal
Minister says he should have been more cautious and that he had only sought to make a political point that poverty existed in Kerala
Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is forecast for many Indian regions on Tuesday. Assam and Meghalaya anticipate isolated extremely heavy rainfall events. Thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds will affect numerous states. Squally weather conditions are expected over parts of the Arabian Sea. The Bay of Bengal will also experience squally weather conditions.
Kerala wedding becomes a celebration of twins
A dream cherished since childhood came true for two families in Kerala with an extraordinary wedding celebration. The ceremony stood out as twin brothers married twin sisters, while twin priests officiated the vows and twin altar servers completed the rare occasion. The post Kerala wedding becomes a celebration of twins appeared first on Fusion - WeRIndia .
New seahorse species identified by Kerala researchers
The new species, named after noted marine biologist Amanda Vincent, was collected from the fish bycatch at the Tuticorin fisheries harbour
Baby girl received in Ammathottil
Ernakulam steps up emergency measures after red alert
Engine failure leaves Ro-Ro ferry adrift off Kochi
A Fisheries patrol boat and Marine Enforcement team pursued the drifting ferry, secured it with towing lines, and safely towed it back to the shore
Basic facilities lacking in relief camps, says CPI(M) Kerala secretary M.V. Govindan
The Chief Minister has failed in coordinating effectively while focussing his energies on inaugurating jewelleries and taking part in banquets, says Govindan
Plus Two student booked over alleged ragging incident in Keralas Ernakulam
The case stems from a complaint that a 16-year-old Plus One student of a school at Perumbavoor in Ernakulam was ragged and assaulted inside the restroom of the school by a group of students including his seniors
Forest officials arrest two persons for poaching
The duo made the country-made explosives and also sourced some of these from neighbouring Kerala through acquaintances, for hunting of small wild animals
152 commando recruits join Kerala Police after IRB training
Reviewed the passing-out parade, State Police Chief Ravada A. Chandrasekhar urges the newly inducted commandos to uphold the Constitution, discipline, and professionalism in the line of duty
Kudumbashree to organise 2,000 Onam fairs in Kerala
Nearly 50,000 entrepreneurs will take part in the fairs, being organised to provide a wider market for local products and increase the income of entrepreneurs and neighbourhood groups.
Kerala University conducts surprise inspection at Kerala Law Academy
Kerala rains 2026: Death toll in rain-related incidents rises to 25
Although the intensity of the rain subsided, a fresh heavy spell likely this weekend
Kerala High Court Sets Final Deadline for Abhimanyu Murder Case Trial
Kochi, August 4: The Kerala High Court has granted the Ernakulam Principal Sessions Court a final deadline of four months to complete the trial in the 2018 murder case of SFI leader Abhimanyu. The court made it clear that no further extensions would be permitted. Justice Kausar Edappagaths bench extended the timeline after the trial ... Read more Kerala High Court Sets Final Deadline for Abhimanyu Murder Case Trial
A 93-year-old farmer and local historian from Kerala left behind a recorded message thanking family, friends and neighbours, which was played at his funeral, leaving mourners deeply moved.
Death of Basheer: Kerala HC grants State a week to respond to plea against change of trial court
Kerala High Court directs CBI to conclude investigation in Jesna missing case within 6 months
Court says that the probe should not continue indefinitely as eight years has passed since she was last seen
Kerala Takes Significant Step Towards Establishing AYUSH University
Thiruvananthapuram, August 4: Kerala has taken a crucial formal step towards establishing an independent AYUSH university. This initiative is expected to invigorate academic activities in the coming days and enhance enthusiasm in research and innovation. On Tuesday, Health and Devaswom Minister K. Muraleedharan announced the formation of a four-member committee tasked with drafting proposals for ... Read more Kerala Takes Significant Step Towards Establishing AYUSH University
Kerala rains 2026: PWD puts damage to roads, bridges at 50 crore
The exact extent of the damage can be assessed only after floodwaters completely recede in the worst-affected areas, says PWD Minister P.K. Basheer
Cut in Plan fund sparks heated debate in Kozhikode Corporation Council
The State government had slashed the Corporations Plan fund from 132 crore to 23 crore, says development standing committee chairman V.P. Manoj
Amitabbh Singh assumes charge as Chief Postmaster General, Kerala Circle
During his career, Singh has held several key positions in the Department of Posts
Railway officers torchbearers of New Indias pace, capability and resolve: LG Sinha
Srinagar, Aug 04: The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today addressed and congratulated the officer trainees of the Indian Railways Institute of Transport Management, Lucknow, who are on the field visit to Jammu Kashmir. The Lieutenant Governor highlighted their important role in shaping the future of the Indian Railway Management Service (IRMS) and expressed immense pleasure in interacting with the 69 officer trainees selected through the Civil Services Examination in 2022, 2023, and 2024 batch. You are the torchbearers of New Indias pace, capability, and resolve. The diversity of backgrounds among the trainees, spanning engineering, medicine, law, science, and the arts, and representing states/UTs across the country including Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Delhi, West Bengal, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Uttarakhand, Haryana, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Kerala, Odisha, and Chandigarh, reflects the soul of India. This diversity transforms into a shared national purpose during training, making the Institute a true laboratory of national unity, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor emphasized the key role of Indian Railways in Indias transformation. He highlighted the progress achieved over the past 12 years under the leadership of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Electrification at record levels, the expansion of the dedicated Freight Corridor, the realization of the dream of connecting Kashmir to Kanyakumari, the launch of world-class Vande Bharat trains, and modernization of stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme are hallmarks of this new era. It must be noted by the officer trainees that Indian Railways is no longer just a passenger transport system but the driving force of economic development, logistics efficiency, and national unity, he said. The Lieutenant Governor urged the officer trainees to embrace their responsibilities as tough administrators and also as nation-builders. He also stressed the importance of efficiency in freight and passenger transportation. Every minute saved reduces logistics costs, strengthens industry competitiveness, and enhances Indias global standing. Officers of IRMS, IRPFS, and Accounts must balance administrative discipline with human sensitivity, ensuring safety, financial prudence, and public service, he said. The Lieutenant Governor outlined three guiding principles for the trainees including continuous innovation through digital technology, artificial intelligence, and data-driven systems, citizen-first service with respect, accessibility, and sensitivity for all passengers and freight customers and integrity and transparency as custodians of unprecedented national investments in Indian Railways. India is moving forward with confidence towards becoming a developed nation by 2047. Your decisions, strategies, and leadership will directly shape the future of millions of Indians. I hope you will remain dedicated to the selfless service of Mother India, lighting the path to a bright and prosperous future, the Lieutenant Governor said. Rahul, Course Director and Professor (Traffic Planning & Costing), officials and faculty members of Indian Railways Institute of Transport Management were also present.
Floodwaters breach new areas in Kottayam and Pathanamthitta
Floodwater has been spreading to more areas of Upper Kuttanad
Auto-rickshaw driver Shafeeq testifies before court that he did not know who was driving the car that hit Basheer and that he could not identify the accused
Kerala High Court quashes defamation proceedings against news channel
Kerala government removes performance-linked conditions for ASHAs to receive full honorarium
Removal of performance-linked criteria attached to the payment of honorarium had been one of the long-standing demands of ASHAs
Abhimanyu murder case: Kerala High Court directs completion of trial within 4 months
Holiday in Keralas Pathanamthitta district
BJP alleges unscientific construction of canal on Thrissurs Kuruppam Road
Party accuses Thrissur Corporation of pursuing a flawed project that inconveniences traders and the public
Kerala govt. appoints Anjana M. as special secretary of Disaster Management department
She will hold the full additional charge of the post in addition to the existing charges
