Parents of Bekal Beach Fest train-accident victim found dead
Preliminary investigation hints at suicide. The couples son was run over and killed by a train while he was heading for the beach festival in December 2025
Kochi Corporation in Kerala faces huge biomedical waste backlog as incinerator capacity is reduced
One of two incinerators at Common Bio-Medical Waste Treatment Facility of KEIL remained shut for 15 days last month. Though the incinerator is back in operation, KEIL has restricted intake to three tonnes a day, down from five tonnes, as it prioritises hospital waste. One of two incinerators at Brahmapuram developed a snag during trial run
Kerala Lottery Result Today Live Updates: Here's full list of winning numbers for Suvarna Keralam SK-44 lottery for Friday, March 13, 2026.
Ramzan 2026 : Meet a few chefs who prepare nombu kanji at mosques in Thiruvananthapuram
Mosques hire proficient hands to prepare the spicy porridge in huge quantities, which devotees have while breaking their fast
Internet sensation Monalisa Bhonsle has married actor Farman Khan in Kerala. The wedding followed Hindu traditions, with Bhonsle emphasizing her faith remains unchanged. She sought police protection to proceed with the marriage, stating her father opposed the union. Bhonsle, who gained fame at the Kumbh Mela, asserted her decision was her own. Khan echoed sentiments of mutual respect for beliefs.
Suvarna Keralam SK-44 Lottery Result (13/03/2026): The Kerala State Lotteries Department conducts the high-stakes draw for the Suvarna Keralam SK-44 weekly lottery today, March 13, 2026. The event will be held at Gorky Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram, featuring a grand first prize of 1 crore.
Who Is Indias Missile Woman? The Inspiring Journey Of Tessy Thomas And Her Agni Programme
Tessy Thomas grew from a curious girl watching rocket launches in Kerala to leading Indias Agni missile programme.
LPG shortage hits hotels in Keralas Kannur; about 40 units face closure, black marketing alleged
Government intervention sought to address black marketing and ensure stable gas supply
Planning to ensure record turnout of over 85 per cent in Kerala assembly polls: CEO Kelkar
In a bid to energize its electorate, Kerala is laying the groundwork for assembly polls with an impressive goal of more than 85 percent voter turnout. The Election Commission is unveiling innovative polling stations that highlight sustainability and inclusivity.
LPG crisis: Malayalam film industry starts feeling the heat as production schedules hit
With nearly 18 films in production, Kerala Film Producers Association warns of a potential 5 crore loss if the crisis continues
Kerala polls: Congress MP Sudhakaran invokes lifelong sacrifices as he eyes Assembly return
Senior Congress leader K Sudhakaran penned an emotional Facebook post about his bond with Kannur. He highlighted his sacrifices for party workers amid political violence. Sudhakaran stated his unwavering commitment to the Congress in Kannur. KPCC president Sunny Joseph confirmed Sudhakaran will follow party decisions.
Monalisa Bhosle, the 'Kumbh viral girl', has married actor Farman Khan. Her father expressed shock, stating he believed she was approached for acting roles. The couple married in a temple in Kerala, reportedly seeking police help due to family opposition. Monalisa gained fame selling Rudraksha malas at the Kumbh Mela and later received film offers.
Technopark IT firms in Kerala mull shifting to WFH as LPG shortage hits food services
Crisis due to LPG shortage hits paying guest accommodations and hostels in Kazhakuttam area, where young IT professionals from other districts and States stay
LPG cylinder stolen from restaurant in Kerala capital amid shortage
Hotel owner says accused entered the premises after breaking open the door of the kitchen area and took away a filled LPG cylinder
LPG shortage forces around 40% of restaurants in Kerala to shut down
Apart from restaurants, caterers, hostels, canteens and crematoriums have also been affected by the LPG shortage following the conflict in West Asia
Mental Health Support Offered For Gulf Expats As West Asia Tensions Rise
With rising geopolitical tensions in parts of West Asia triggering anxiety among expatriate communities, a Kerala-based online mental health platform has announced a free psychological support initiative for Malayali and Tamil
Rajisha Vijayan: I was flabbergasted when Krishand first told me the story of Masthishka Maranam
Rajisha Vijayan talks about how she transformed to become Frida Soman in the sci-fi satire Masthishka Maranam - A Frankenbiting of Simons Memories, directed by Krishand
Kerala Lottery Result Today: Suvarna Keralam SK-44 lottery result will be declared today, on Friday, March 13. Check the live updates and full list of winning numbers from 3 pm.
ED attaches fresh Rs 581-cr assets in case against Anil Ambanis Reliance Group
NEW DELHI, Mar 12: The Enforcement Directorate on Thursday said it has attached fresh assets worth more than Rs 581 crore of RHFL and RCFL, companies of Reliance Group Chairman Anil Ambani. An order was issued on March 11 to attach land parcels in Goa, Kerala, Karnataka, Punjab, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Delhi, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh and Rajasthan, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) said in a statement. The properties worth Rs 581.65 crore belong to Reliance Home [] The post ED attaches fresh Rs 581-cr assets in case against Anil Ambanis Reliance Group appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kochi Corporation weighs fresh options as KSINC faces criticism over ro-ro service
Move comes after councillors across party lines voiced sharp criticism of KSINC over mounting losses and urged the civic body to identify a new operator to ease its financial burden
Kerala nurses on the warpath over long-overdue wage revision
Hundreds of nurses working in private hospitals across Kerala are on an indefinite strike in pursuit of their demands, including a wage revision. Aathira Haridas listens to the grievances of the protesters
HC disqualification of SNDP Yogam director boarda test of Kerala govt.s mettle
Given Vellappally Natesans close ties with the ruling establishment, the Kerala government will have a tough task abiding by the High Courts directive to temporarily take charge of the Yogam and to set up a provisional board to oversee affairs till elections are held
Council debate over Mayors social media presence turns intense
KESAHC holds workshop on new curriculum for allied health professions
Kochi Corporation to fast-track Konthuruthy compensation
Corporation secretary to initiate steps to distribute compensation to families residing on Konthuruthy river puramboke under the special rehabilitation package approved by the State Cabinet
One held for cheating youth of 90,000 with job promise
Property dispute: Thumba resident held on charge of assaulting woman
Shoukath, Sharafali begin outreach in Nilambur
Dream trip for Kudumbashrees tribal leaders
The trip to Rashtrapati Bhavan was arranged in recognition of their efforts in tribal development
CM urges LPG suppliers to ensure commercial supply
PIL filed in HC challenging govt.s newspaper ads
Thrissur achieves full housing coverage under LIFE Mission
District becomes first to ensure housing support for all eligible beneficiaries in the homeless-with-land category
Mamkootathil case: verdict on plea to revoke bail on March 19
Kerala launches comprehensive programme for managing paediatric renal issues
The SAT Hospital will function as the State-level paediatric nephrology hub.
LPG shortage hits operation of gas crematoria in Kozhikode, Kasaragod
Kozhikode Corporation Secretary has submitted a request to BPCL asking it to consider cremation as an essential service and address the shortage so that cremation services can be offered without interruption
Motorcyclist killed in road accident in Kaniyapuram
The deceased was reportedly run over by a lorry after his two-wheeler collided the heavy vehicle
Proposed NCB to strengthen Keralas fight against drug menace
State Narcotic Control Bureau will function from the Excise headquarters with its units in all 14 districts; agency to have a cyber wing and divisions for research and analysis and operation
Toddler found dead in Vamanapuram; foul play suspected
Thousands expected to attend Puthiyakavu Pongala on Friday
The rituals will commence as the chief priest transfers the sacred flame from the sanctum sanctorum to the main lamp
CPI(M) serves show-cause notice on Padmakumar
It seeks explanation on his alleged role in the Sabarimala gold theft case
Financial assistance for artists increased
Three killed in car-bus collision at Morayur in Malappuram
Pallivasal Extension Scheme commissioned
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurates the hydroelectric project in Idukki; it will add 60 MW of capacity to the States power grid through two 30 MW generators
Cancel public holidays for schools in on special observances: panel
Panchayat clerk held on charge of accepting bribe
Sreejit Gopinath of Pudussery grama panchayat office was caught red-handed while accepting 2,500 from a complainant from Kanjikode
Kadakampally alleges bid to tarnish his reputation
Kumar, a forest watcher from Echippara tribal hamlet, killed in an elephant attack while on fireline duty in the interior forest near Palappilly on Thursday
Kerala braces for warmer days as IMD predicts fewer summer rains
High relative humidity expected to push the heat index further
Paadha app to show way at Kozhikode MCH
Veteran party leader and former minister G Sudhakaran snaps 60-year association with party on the eve of crucial assembly polls
Forest watcher trampled to death by wild elephant in Chimmini forest
42-year-old Kumar from Echippara tribal hamlet killed near MangalamChimmini dam border during fireline work
CPI(M) may retain most sitting MLAs in Palakkad
A new candidate will replace Alathurs sitting MLA K.D. Prasenan, who has completed two terms
Kaattu Thottappol: First single from Mammootty-Mohanlal starrer Patriot out
Composed by Sushin Shyam and sung by Sai Prabha and Kapil Kapilan, the track features Kunchacko Boban and Darshana Rajendran
UDF stuck in seat-sharing showdown in Kottayam
While four sitting MLAs are poised for re-election, consensus on five seats remains elusive; uncertainty looms over whether the Congress can wrest the Changanassery and Ettumanoor seats from the Kerala Congress
Kerala Karunya Plus Lottery KN-614 Result Announced: Rs 1 Crore Top Prize Goes To...
Kerala Karunya Plus Lottery KN-614 Result: The Kerala State Lottery Department has released the Karunya Plus KN-614 lottery results after the draw held in Thiruvananthapuram.
Entry of illegal street traders to be restricted in Kozhikode city soon
Action comes in the wake of complaints from licensed traders about huge losses due to illegal street trade
Creamy Layer For Reservation Of OBCs Cannot Be Decided Solely On Parental Income: SC
New Delhi, Mar 12: The Supreme Court has ruled that creamy layer status for reservation of OBCs cannot be decided solely based on parental income and treating similarly placed employees of private entities and PSUs differently from government employees, for deciding reservation, would amount to hostile discrimination. A bench of justices P S Narasimha and R Mahadevan dismissed the appeals filed by the Union of India while upholding the decisions of the high courts of Delhi, Madras and Kerala which [] The post Creamy Layer For Reservation Of OBCs Cannot Be Decided Solely On Parental Income: SC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Monalisa, husband Farman Khan thank Kerala govt for supporting their marriage
Mumbai: The Kumbh Mela girl Monalisa Bhosle, and her husband Farman Khan have given their first public statement after tying the nuptial knot. The couple has expressed their gratitude to the Kerala state government for their support. The couple spoke with IANS after their wedding, and said that they treat all the religions equally. Monalisa 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 .
Former child actor found dead in Payyannur in Kannur
Hari Murali, popularly known as Appus, had appeared as a child actor in Rasigan and Annanthampi
Five KSU leaders who waved black flags at Kerala Health Minister get conditional bail
Case related to the alleged attempt to attack Health Minister Veena George and wave black flags at her at the Kannur railway station on February 25, 2026
Three houses destroyed, 12 damaged in cyclone-like wind in coastal Chellanam panchayat in Kochi
Roofs of several houses were flown away by the strong wind that struck the coast south of the Chellanam panchayat office around 1.15 a.m. Chellanam is the worst affected among the 10 identified hotspots of sea erosion in Kerala.
CPI(M) humiliated and forced out G. Sudhakaran, says Ramesh Chennithala
Congress leader describes treatment meted out to Sudhakaran as a grave injustice against a sincere communist who had served the party for decades
I'm 18yrs Old: Viral Kumbh Mela Woman After Marrying Boyfriend
The couple got married on Wednesday at the Nainar Temple at Arumanoor in Poovar of Keralam
Kerala HC Pulls Up Rly Board Over Aadhaar Authentication for tatkal ticket
Bench hearing came on a public interest litigation challenging a central government circular mandating Aadhaar based authentication for tatkal bookings.
Kerala CM condemns assassination attempt on former J&K CM Farooq Abdullah
It is a matter of grave concern how such a security breach occurred despite him having Z+ NSG protection, says Pinarayi in a post on X
Clear dues under Jal Jeevan Mission: Priyanka Gandhi to Centre
WAYANAD (KERALA), Mar 12: Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has urged the central government to clear the dues of the work done under the Jal Jeevan Mission. Vadra, the Congress MP from Wayanad parliamentary constituency, has written to Union Minister of Jal Shakti C R Patil requesting him to release as soon as possible the dues of the contractors who have undertaken the work under the project, a party statement said. In her letter, she told the union minister that [] The post Clear dues under Jal Jeevan Mission: Priyanka Gandhi to Centre appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Monalisa Bhosle's marriage: Viral Mahakumbh girl Monalisa Bhosle, who married actor Farman Khan in Kerala, denied the allegations of love jihad, saying that the marriage was her personal decision. She also denied reports that she is underage and revealed that her parents wanted her to marry her own aunt's son. The couple, who met six months ago during the muhurat ceremony of a movie, expressed their desire to stay in Kerala.
Monalisa Bhosle says the decision to marry Farman Khan was entirely her own and that she had insisted on the marriage despite initial hesitation from him
Kerala High Court pulls up Railway Board over Aadhaar authentication for tatkal booking
In a pointed rebuke, the Kerala High Court has criticized the Railway Board for its continued inaction on a vital issue regarding Aadhaar authentication for tatkal bookings. The court has urged the board to take immediate action, imposing a final time limit of three weeks for a satisfactory response.
HariMurali actor death: HariMurali, a prominent actor known for his roles in Malayalam movies, was found dead at his house in Payyanur. Hari Murali was the son of theatre artist and actor K A Murali and Prasanna Murali. Hari Murali began his acting career by acting in television series and made his debut with Dileeps movie Rasikan.
Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar assumes additional charge as Tamil Nadu Governor
Hailing from Goa, Mr. Arlekar assumed office as Governor of Kerala in January 2025. Prior to that, he served as Governor in Himachal Pradesh and then as Governor of Bihar.
Karunya Plus KN 614 Lottery Result (12/03/2026): The Kerala State Lotteries Department conducts the high-stakes draw for the Karunya Plus KN 614 weekly lottery today, March 12, 2026. The event will be held at Gorky Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram, featuring a grand first prize of 1 crore.
Sudhakaran, however, says he has no plans of abandoning the Communist partys ideals, to which he remains steadfast to, or to join any other party or front
Former Malayalam child actor Hari Murali dies at 27
Former Malayalam child actor Hari Murali has passed away at the age of 27, leaving the film industry in shock. The actor, who rose to fame with his role in Rasikan, was found dead at his home in Annur, Payyannur, Kerala.
Popular Malayalam child actor Hari Murali, known for his role in Rasikan, has passed away at 27 in Payyannur, Kerala. Reportedly found at his residence, the exact cause of death is under investigation. Hari had a notable career as a child artist and later worked in visual effects.
Ex-Malayalam Child Actor Harimurali Found Dead At Kerala Home
Harimurali, known for films such as Rasikan, Don, and Annan Thampi, was 27, according to reports
LPG shortage: Samridhi@Kochi feels the heat as cooking gas supply dries up in Kerala
Samridhis central kitchen at Paramara Road in Ernakulam North, along with its Fort Kochi outlet and three canteens are currently reportedly operating on the last lot of 30-odd commercial LPG cylinders arranged by the Corporation as an emergency measure
HC upholds life term of 5 BJP workers for 2006 murder of CPI(M) activist
Kochi: The Kerala High Court has upheld the life sentence of five BJP activists for the murder of a young CPI(M) worker by throwing a bomb at him in Kannur in 2006, terming it as another incident of a person losing his life due to the political rivalry between the two parties in that district. 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 .
Despite interfaith beliefs, the couple got married against family wishes. A clip has gone viral that shows Farman bowing down to God and joining his hands. Monalisa wore a red saree and flaunted sindoor, while Farman wore a white traditional outfit for the temple wedding.
Kerala HC orders removal of Vellappally Natesan, other SNDP Yogam office-bearers from their posts
Order follows findings by Department of Registration that they had acted in violation of Companies Law by failing to file audited accounts of yogam for three consecutive years from 2023
'The Real Kerala Story': CPM Leaders After Mahakumbh Fame Monalisa Marries Farman Khan
Kerala Education Minister V Sivankutty praises the interfaith marriage of Monalisa Bhosle and Farman Khan at a temple in Thiruvananthapuram.
Unpredictable, Unreliable: Shashi Tharoor's Donald Trump Report Card
Donald Trump is 'unpredictable' and 'unreliable' and there has 'never been a world leader like him, particularly at the helm of such a powerful country', a mystified Congress MP Shashi Tharoor said Thursday morning at the NDTV KeralamPower Play summ
Not Graceful Enough: Left MP Flags Congress Leadership Of INDIA Bloc
The Left is not concerned about who leads the INDIA Opposition bloc, but the Congress has not been graceful enough to accommodate its coalition partners, CPM's Rajya Sabha John Brittas said at the NDTV Keralam Powerplay today.
Monalisa Bhonsle, who gained fame during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, has married her actor-model boyfriend, Farman Khan, in Kerala. Farman Khan revealed that they chose to marry in Kerala because they liked the state and the people have been very supportive of them. Monalisa approached the police seeking protection, alleging that they were forcing her to marry someone else.
Mahakumbh Mela sensation Monalisa weds boyfriend Farman Khan in Kerala temple
Monalisa Bhonsle, who gained fame at the Kumbh Mela, has married her partner Farman Khan in Kerala. The couple sought police protection due to family opposition to their inter-religious relationship. Their union took place at a historic temple. The relationship began online and faced significant resistance. This marks a new chapter for Monalisa, who rose to fame from Indore streets.
LPG Shortage: Kerala Tops Google Searches For Induction Cookers And Cooktops, West Bengal Next
LPG Shortage Crisis: According to Google Trends, searches for 'induction cooker' in India have risen significantly in the past week, with Kerala recording highest search interest
Attempts on to control LPG crisis, says Union Minister Suresh Gopi
The Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas says due to diplomatic sensitivities, some matters related to supply through Hormuz Strait cannot be revealed
Kerala Lottery Result Today: Karunya Plus KN-614 lottery result will be declared today, on Thursday, March 12. Check the live updates and full list of winning numbers from 3 pm.
NDTV Powerplay Keralam LIVE Updates: As Kerala's political conversation intensifies ahead of the elections, NDTV PowerPlay Keralam brings together the leaders and ideas shaping the state's political future
PM Modi launches projects worth over Rs 10,000 crore in Kerala
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched and dedicated development projects worth over Rs 10,000 crore in Kerala. The initiatives include a Rs 5,500 crore polypropylene unit at the Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited Kochi refinery, two major highway projects, and railway initiatives worth Rs 142 crore
