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VACB launches inspections at Kerala State Sports Council, district council offices over alleged corruption, procedural violations in selection

Code-named Operation Kalikkalam,Statewide inspection was ordered by Vigilance director Manoj Abrahambased on tip-off about alleged irregularities in functioning of sports councils

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 3:26 pm

Police probe into ED report on CMRL case: CPI(M) leader P. Rajeeve alleges Keralam CM aiding interests of BJP

Alleges that Chief Minister is setting the ground for BJP to reap political gains by trying to weaken CPI(M)

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 2:50 pm

Bank stopped widow from accessing matured FDs; commission orders Rs 13.87L payment

A cooperative bank in Kerala restricted a woman's withdrawals after her fixed deposits matured and were transferred. The woman needed the funds for her mother's medical treatment and gold loan repayment. Despite the bank's claims of irregularities, the district consumer commission found they provided inadequate justification. The commission awarded the woman Rs 13.87 lakh and additional compensation for her distress.

The Times of India 23 Sep 2026 2:43 pm

Keralam CM refuses to divulge details of individual who sponsored private flight, defends Ministers foreign trips, Shajis use of friends car

Satheesan says there was nothing wrong with the trip as not a single penny was spent from the exchequer

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 2:02 pm

Super League Kerala: Thiruvananthapuram Kombans is geared up for Season 3

The franchise features a bunch of new local talents in the new season of the football league

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 1:45 pm

Keralam power crisis: State eyeing additional 150 MW from NPCIL, says CM

Satheesan says this should allow Keralam to take control of the power situation

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 1:40 pm

Microplastics detected in soil near Periyar riverbank in Edayar industrial area in Keralam

Tests carried out at School of Environmental Studies, Mahatma Gandhi University, found that the samples contained up to 2,520 microplastic particles per kg

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 1:18 pm

Kerala CM VD Satheesan defends private flight, denies public fund use

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The News Mill 23 Sep 2026 12:47 pm

Rain havoc: Keralam Cabinet announces financial assistance to kin of deceased

9 people lost their lives, while 1 person is still missing, says Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan after weekly Cabinet meeting

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 12:46 pm

Keralam Cabinet Announces Rs 8 Lakh Aid for Rain-Death Victims Families

The CM said that the cabinet decided to provide Rs eight lakh as financial assistance to the family of each of the deceased

Deccan Chronicle 23 Sep 2026 12:40 pm

Amrutham Nutrimix Supply Disrupted in Keralam Tribal Settlements, Food Commission Intervenes

Commission chairperson Ginu Zachariah Ommen found that the Nutrimix, meant for distribution to children in September, had not been supplied so far in some anganwadis in this northern district, according to an official statement

Deccan Chronicle 23 Sep 2026 12:34 pm

Keralams Kochi Corporation in a tight spot over Plan fund utilisation

So far, the Corporation has received only 7.89 crore of 23.67 crore Plan fund allocation from State govt. However, even this has effectively been reduced to 80.70 lakh after deductions at source

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 12:16 pm

Society Must Change Mindset for Elderly Welfare: Kerala Panel Chief

Keralam is the first state in India to establish a dedicated Kerala State Elderly Commission under the Kerala Senior Citizens Commission Act, 2025

Deccan Chronicle 23 Sep 2026 11:53 am

52-year-old woman killed in elephant attack at Attappady in Keralam

According to police, a wild elephant that crossed Bhavani river attacked Bushra and her son. Bushra suffered serious injuries to her head and later succumbed

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 10:50 am

Kaziah Liz Mejo | From Kerala To Miss Universe: Kaziah Liz Mejo To Represent India

19-year-old Keralams Kaziah Liz Mejo will represent India at the 75th Miss Universe pageant. Speaking about her journey, Kaziah said she has worked towards the title for three years and hopes to use her law education and advocacy to bring about meaningful change.

NDTV 23 Sep 2026 10:48 am

Tribal man killed in wild elephant attack in Idukki

The Chinnakkanal area uder the Devikulam forest range continues to be a hazard for residents due to escalating human-wildlife conflict

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 9:08 am

Journalists study tour fosters knowledge, cultural exchange, national integration

Srinagar Sept 21: A 13-member media delegation from Jammu and Kashmir undertook a week-long study tour of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry from September 13 to 19 under the aegis of the Press Information Bureau (PIB), Srinagar, providing journalists with first-hand exposure to the regions educational, technological, industrial, cultural and historical landscape. The study tour was conceived as an opportunity for journalists to move beyond their familiar geographical and social environment and gain direct knowledge of the institutions, developmental initiatives, cultural traditions and heritage of another part of the country. A significant component of the tour was the delegations visit to IIT Madras, where the journalists gained insights into higher education, scientific research, technological innovation and entrepreneurship. The experience at IIT Madras also offered useful perspectives for Jammu and Kashmir, particularly in relation to the growing importance of innovation, research, skill development, entrepreneurship and industry-academia collaboration in regional development. Exposure to such institutions can help journalists communicate emerging opportunities and developments in science and technology to wider audiences. The delegation also visited the DakshinaChitra Heritage Museum at Muttukadu, a prominent institution dedicated to preserving the traditional architecture, handicrafts, lifestyles and cultural practices of South India. One of the distinctive features of DakshinaChitra is the preservation and reconstruction of traditional houses representing Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala. Historic structures have been carefully relocated from their original locations and reconstructed, demonstrating how tangible cultural heritage can be conserved and presented to future generations despite rapid urbanisation and changing lifestyles. The experience carries particular significance for Jammu and Kashmir, which possesses a rich and distinctive architectural and cultural legacy. Traditional wooden houses, historic mosques, temples and shrines, together with Kashmiri handicrafts, carpet weaving, papier-mch, wood carving and other indigenous arts, constitute an important part of the regions cultural identity. However, changing lifestyles, rapid urban expansion and modern construction practices are placing increasing pressure on traditional forms of architecture and craftsmanship. The Tamil Nadu experience therefore offers useful lessons on the importance of documentation, conservation, institutional support and public awareness in protecting cultural heritage The tour also demonstrated that heritage preservation need not remain confined to the protection of old structures. Cultural heritage can function as a living economic and social resource, supporting tourism, traditional livelihoods, handicrafts, entrepreneurship and community participation. The study tour highlighted wider role of journalism in documenting society. Journalism is not restricted to political, administrative and day-to-day news reporting; it can also contribute to the preservation of history, culture, language, traditional knowledge, art, etc. The special efforts of PIB Director, Kashmir, Qazi Salman, played a significant role in making the study tour possible and purposeful. Through effective planning, guidance and coordination, he helped facilitate the delegations exposure to a wide range of educational institutions, industrial centres, cultural landmarks and historical sites across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. The tour also provided journalists an opportunity to observe how institutions, cultural organisations and communities preserve their heritage while adapting to contemporary economic and technological changes. Such experiences can contribute to more informed reporting on development, education, culture, tourism and social transformation. Qazi Salmans coordination further contributed to strengthening journalistic and cultural linkages between Jammu and Kashmir and other regions of the country. The study tour thus emerged as a meaningful platform for knowledge exchange, professional development, cultural interaction andinter-regional dialogue.

RisingKashmir 23 Sep 2026 8:30 am

Lack of hygienic menstrual shelters posing health risk to tribal women

There is only one valaimpura serving approximately 100 women and adolescent girls, and its condition is pathetic

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 7:07 am

DGMA files statement on steps taken for technical assessment of MSC Elsa 3 wreck

The Directorate informs the Kerala High Court that it has identified two Indian firms with the technical capability to undertake the proposed multibeam and side scan surveys of the wreck and wreck site

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 3:04 am

Azhvanchery Thamprakkal announces Keralams Mamankam festival dates

The 33rd Mamankam festival will be held at Tirunavaya in Keralams Malappuram from January 22 to 24, 2027

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 3:04 am

Police register case over alleged circulation of womans nude images through WhatsApp in Keralams Kasaragod

According to the complainant, the accused woman had been attending to her during post-delivery period

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 2:00 am

Probe sought into alleged secrecy over Assembly panels visit to Aralam farm

Adivasi Dalit Munnetta Samithi president Sreeraman Koyyon alleges that the secrecy was intended to block discussions on corruption in the tribal rehabilitation area over the past decade

The Hindu 23 Sep 2026 1:23 am

Five arrested with elephant tusks in Keralams Wayanad

The elephant tusks were seized during a raid at a homestay at sixth mile near Chethalayam in Wayanad

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 11:35 pm

Dibrugarh cops arrest 2 in Kerala over Rs 50L Boss Scam

The Times of India 22 Sep 2026 11:28 pm

Family alleges police jeep deliberately rammed bike, demands attempt-to-murder case

Mother of injured youth releases audio-video recording allegedly capturing police conversation after July 16 incident

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 10:12 pm

Family alleges police jeep deliberately rammed bike, demands attempt-to-murder case

Mother of injured youth releases audio-video recording allegedly capturing police conversation after July 16 incident

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 10:12 pm

Kodakara hawala case transferred to PMLA court for joint trial with ED case

The accused have been directed to appear before the PMLA court on November 19, 2026.

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 9:17 pm

Priyadarshini makes KSRTC more people-friendly, says Minister

Minister says KSRTC is venturing into the freight transport sector

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 9:12 pm

Priyadarshini makes KSRTC more people-friendly, says Minister

Minister says KSRTC is venturing into the freight transport sector

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 9:12 pm

Priyanka Gandhi reviews progress of Wayanad township, development projects

The Wayanad MP has written to the Ministry of Communications over poor BSNL connectivity at 20 locations in the district. She will also discuss the Brand Wayanad Tourism initiative with the Tourism Minister.

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 9:11 pm

Priyanka Gandhi reviews progress of Wayanad township, development projects

The Wayanad MP has written to the Ministry of Communications over poor BSNL connectivity at 20 locations in the district. She will also discuss the Brand Wayanad Tourism initiative with the Tourism Minister.

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 9:11 pm

Pooja special trains for Keralam announced

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 9:07 pm

Large-scale destruction of Neelakurinji reported in Munnar hills

Travel vloggers have been pinpointing unprotected locations and posting footage on social media, driving tourists to these spots

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 8:15 pm

Large-scale destruction of Neelakurinji reported in Munnar hills

Travel vloggers have been pinpointing unprotected locations and posting footage on social media, driving tourists to these spots

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 8:15 pm

Modi-ED-VD caucus operating in Keralam, says Chintha Jerome

DYFI State president alleges that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan are operating on a dual-option formula of forcing compliance or silencing Opposition voices

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 8:09 pm

Modi-ED-VD caucus operating in Keralam, says Chintha Jerome

DYFI State president alleges that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan are operating on a dual-option formula of forcing compliance or silencing Opposition voices

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 8:09 pm

Chirayinkeezhu fracas: Ramya Haridas, district panchayat member Sajith Muttappalam let off with warning

KPCC president Sunny Joseph has asked both leaders to work together and withdraw the cases filed against each other

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 8:08 pm

Chirayinkeezhu fracas: Ramya Haridas, district panchayat member Sajith Muttappalam let off with warning

KPCC president Sunny Joseph has asked both leaders to work together and withdraw the cases filed against each other

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 8:08 pm

Chargesheet prepared in ED attack case; 27 accused named

The chargesheet prepared by the Museum Police has named 27 of the 28 accused in the case, all of who are CPI(M) and DYFI activists.

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 8:08 pm

CM to present Akshaya awards on September 26

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 8:05 pm

CM to present Akshaya awards on September 26

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 8:05 pm

ED not misused in CMRL payout case: Janeesh

Shafi Parambil, MP, says the UDF government did not have an excessive eagerness to fall into the EDs trap.

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 8:01 pm

LDF takes out protest march to govt. medical college in Kozhikode

The march was taken in protest against the decision to exclude political party representatives from the hospital development society

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 8:00 pm

Expert panel to frame guidelines for compensation in human-wildlife conflict cases in Keralam

The move is aimed at formulating auniform set of guidelines to help establish clearer criteria for assessing compensation and reduce the need for case-by-case administrative deliberations, thereby preventing delays in disbursements

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 7:56 pm

Tuna caught along Indian coast safe to consume, says CMFRI

The advisory comes in the wake of reports highlighting the presence of parasites in skipjack tuna based on a study conducted on fish from the Atlantic Ocean off Brazil

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 7:55 pm

Estate woman watcher found dead in Thrissur

Family alleges workplace harassment; police recover note accusing three employees of mental harassment

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 7:51 pm

CPI(M) Accuses Congress-BJP Alliance of Targeting Pinarayi Vijayan in Kerala Political Clash

CPI(M) alleges a Congress-BJP conspiracy against Pinarayi Vijayan amid ongoing political tensions in Kerala. CPI(M) Accuses Congress-BJP Alliance of Targeting Pinarayi Vijayan in Kerala Political Clash

Daily Kiran 22 Sep 2026 7:39 pm

Calicut varsitys ASCENT project to bridge gap between degrees and industry demands

Six strategic sub-projects are part of the ASCENT project, proposed by the university for its 445 affiliated colleges

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 7:34 pm

CPI(M) dares UDF government in Keralam to investigate Cabinet Ministers named in CMRL ledger

Govindan says the incumbent Home Minister and Industries Minister have acknowledged publicly that they have accepted election funds from CMRL

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 7:26 pm

Financial stalemate ends, government pushes NH 183 project into construction phase

The project involves developing a 54.37-km stretch of NH 183 from Kadavoor bypass junction to Anjilimoodu near Chengannurinto a four-lane highway with a 20-metre right-of-way

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 7:25 pm

Kerala Orders Police Probe Into Bribery Allegations Against Pinarayi Vijayan, Daughter

Sources said the inquiry would be conducted by the Crime Branch wing of the state police without registering an FIR.

NDTV 22 Sep 2026 7:21 pm

CPI(M) dares UDF government in Keralam to investigate Cabinet Ministers named in CMRL ledger

Govindan says the incumbent Home Minister and Industries Minister have acknowledged publicly that they have accepted election funds from CMRL

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 7:20 pm

Second-phase development of Koyilandy fishing harbour nearing completion

The project is being executed at a cost of 26.78 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana, with the amount shared between the Union and State governments in a 60:40 ratio.

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 7:12 pm

Second-phase development of Koyilandy fishing harbour nearing completion

The project is being executed at a cost of 26.78 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana, with the amount shared between the Union and State governments in a 60:40 ratio.

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 7:12 pm

BJP Questions Sponsorship of Keralas Chief Minister and Ministers

BJP leader K. Surendran demands clarity on the sponsorship of Keralas Chief Minister and ministers amid allegations of favoritism. BJP Questions Sponsorship of Keralas Chief Minister and Ministers

Daily Kiran 22 Sep 2026 6:58 pm

Susthira Kollam project launched by Minister Bindhu Krishna

The project aims to foster the sustainable growth of the Kollam constituency

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 6:43 pm

Swapnil Asnodkar named as Kerala coach

Devika Palshikar will continue as the coach of the senior womens cricket team

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 6:04 pm

CPI(M) Condemns Keralam Government's ED Probe Order

The CPI(M) has strongly criticised the UDF government in Keralam for ordering a police inquiry into an alleged bribery case involving former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter, and son-in-law, based on an Enforcement Directorate report. The party alleges political targeting and a nexus between the UDF and the BJP-led Centre.

Rediff 22 Sep 2026 5:58 pm

Widespread rain likely across Keralam for three days; Yellow alert for seven districts on September 23

According to a weather bulletin issued by the India Meteorological department (IMD) on Tuesday, the well-marked low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal has intensified into a depression

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 4:50 pm

Sparjan Kumar appointed as Transport Commissioner of Keralam

Incumbent Transport Commissioner C.H. Nagaraju has been transferred and posted as Inspector General of Police, Intelligence

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 4:36 pm

Kerala Police arrest foreign women manufacturing MDMA in Delhi, bust drug network

Kannur City police team from Keralam arrest the two foreign nationals from Burari in Delhi following an investigation across several States

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 4:30 pm

Keralam Govt Orders Police Inquiry into ED Report Against Ex-CM Vijayan

Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala said the state government has decided to entrust the Director General of Police (DGP) with an inquiry into the Enforcement Directorate's report

Deccan Chronicle 22 Sep 2026 4:29 pm

Nilambur flash flood: body of missing woman found

Sajita, a resident of T.K. Colony, Amarambalam, was swept away by a sudden rise in the water level while washing clothes on Sunday evening

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 4:14 pm

Vettivittakadu tribal hamlets long wait for basic amenities draws Keralam governments intervention

Emergency treatment provided to ailing resident; steps under way to improve footpath and sanitation facilities, says Minister K.A. Thulasi

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 4:02 pm

ICICI Prudential Life sees 69% growth in retail protection business in Keralam

ICICI Prudential Life has 31 branches and 20,008 advisors in Keralam

The Hindu Businessline 22 Sep 2026 3:55 pm

CMRL-Exalogic case: Keralam orders police enquiry into ED report

The ED has alleged that Vijayan received 3.28 crore from Cochin Minerals and Rutile Ltd (CMRL) as bribes in return for extending favours to the company

The Hindu Businessline 22 Sep 2026 3:45 pm

Kerala Government Reshuffles Senior IPS Officers, Appoints G. Sparjan Kumar as New Transport Commissioner

G. Sparjan Kumar has been appointed as the new Transport Commissioner in Kerala, replacing C.H. Nagaraju amid a major IPS reshuffle. Kerala Government Reshuffles Senior IPS Officers, Appoints G. Sparjan Kumar as New Transport Commissioner

Daily Kiran 22 Sep 2026 3:38 pm

BJPs K. Surendran demands disclosure of V.D. Satheesans sponsors, flays UDF govt over Sabarimala preparations

Surendran questions whether sponsorships involved any expectation of reciprocal favours

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 3:38 pm

CPI(M) pushes back against UDF govts decision to institute police probe against Pinarayi Vijayan, kin based on EDs request

CPI(M) general secretary M.A. Baby says Congresss political line in Keralam stands in stark contrast to the partys purported national opposition to Centres 'misuse of investigative agencies to target non-BJP parties

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 3:22 pm

CPI(M) pushes back against UDF govts decision to institute police probe against Pinarayi Vijayan, kin based on EDs request

CPI(M) general secretary M.A. Baby says Congresss political line in Keralam stands in stark contrast to the partys purported national opposition to Centres 'misuse of investigative agencies to target non-BJP parties

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 3:22 pm

The Curious Case Of A Kerala College Where ABVP 'Won Big'

ABVP secured all 12 student union posts unopposed at Government Sanskrit College, Tripunithura, after no other party filed nominations.

NDTV 22 Sep 2026 2:58 pm

Keralam government to investigate ED

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The News Mill 22 Sep 2026 2:42 pm

0.6 Gram Seizure, 2,000 km Chase: How Kerala Police Cracked A Drug Network

Investigators continued examining phone records, financial transactions and movements patterns before tracing Tabu to Bengaluru, where he was arrested.

NDTV 22 Sep 2026 2:25 pm

Exalogic-CMRL payoff case: Keralams UDF govt orders police inquiry into ED report seeking action against Pinarayi Vijayan

Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala says legal prerequisites, and not politics as alleged by CPI(M), shaped UDF governments decision, citing Supreme Court judgments on EDs sharing of information with law enforcement agencies

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 2:07 pm

Abimanyu murder case: trial court dismisses accuseds plea for in-camera proceedings

Principal Sessions Judge K.K. Balakrishnan, who reserved the order on the plea on September 15, dismissed it on the ground that it was not a fit case for in-camera trial

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 1:53 pm

Police Inquiry Ordered Against Former Kerala CM Vijayan

The Congress-led UDF government in Kerala has ordered a police inquiry into the alleged CMRL bribery case, targeting former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter Veena T, and son-in-law P A Mohamed Riyas. This decision follows a report from the Enforcement Directorate and legal advice from the Advocate General.

Rediff 22 Sep 2026 1:44 pm

UDF faces criticism over Ministers alleged foreign junkets, Keralam CMs private plane travel

CPI(M) leader P. Rajeeve alleges that UDF Ministers have signalled to the electorate that ordinary citizens without resources are at a disadvantage compared with the moneyed elite, who dole out freebies and fund foreign jaunts for power centres and authority figures

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 1:28 pm

Kerala High Court grants bail to reporter TV MD Anto Augustine in Abkari case

The Kerala High Court on Tuesday granted bail to Anto Augustine, Managing Director of Malayalam news channel Reporter TV, in an Abkari case concerning the alleged seizure of liquor beyond the permissible limit from a property in Wayanad. Justice Kauser Edappagath passed the order on Augustines bail plea in Anto Augustine v. State of Kerala. [] The post Kerala High Court grants bail to reporter TV MD Anto Augustine in Abkari case appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 22 Sep 2026 1:08 pm

Kerala HC Grants Bail to Reporter TV Channel MD Anto Augustine in Liquor Case

The High Court said that since it was the first such case against Augustine, he can be granted relief

Deccan Chronicle 22 Sep 2026 1:00 pm

Kerala HC grants bail to Reporter TV MD Anto Augustine in alcohol possession case

Justice Kauser Edapppagath grants bail in Augustines appeal against order by Judicial First Class Magistrate, Sulthan Bathery

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 12:42 pm

Cross-border illegal waste dumping: Keralam, T.N. pollution control boards to draw up joint monitoring protocol for better surveillance

Proposed protocol is intended to establish a coordinated mechanism for monitoring and verification of consignments and documents, identification of violations and enforcement action by respective boards

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 12:22 pm