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'The Kerala Story 2' nears Rs 20 crore mark

'The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond' is reportedly gaining traction at the box office, boosted by the Holi holiday. The film's Tuesday earnings nearly doubled Monday's collection, nearing Rs 20 crore gross. Despite a slow start due to release controversies, subsequent days saw significant increases.

The Times of India 4 Mar 2026 6:02 am

AIFF fines Mohun Bagan for spectator misconduct

Kolkata, March 3: The All India Football Federations disciplinary committee has fined Mohun Bagan Super Giants and ordered that the teams next Indian Super League (ISL) game against Odisha FC be played in an empty stadium for spectator misconduct during their home match against Kerala Blasters on February 14. The club said it has accepted []

The Shillong Times 4 Mar 2026 5:34 am

Bomb hoax at High Court

The Hindu 4 Mar 2026 12:36 am

ECI set to announce poll dates for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, Puducherry after Bengal visit

The terms of the Assemblies in all these States end between May and June; the schedule could be announced any time after March 10 when the poll body completes its visit to West Bengal

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 9:33 pm

Heavy security deployment, effective control mark incident-free Pongala

Throughout the day, most arterial roads, barring those leading to Attukal Bhagavathy Temple, remained clear as the police effectively regulated traffic to ensure smooth vehicular movement

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 9:14 pm

Flames of devotion burn bright at Attukal Pongala

On Tuesday, the penultimate day of the 10-day Attukal Pongala festival, the feverish excitement that had gripped the city for days reached a crescendo with thousands of women offering pongala

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 9:07 pm

New managing director for Oil Palm India

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 9:03 pm

Verdict on bail application of former Travancore Devaswom Board president expected on March 4

Having already secured statutory bail last month in a related case involving the theft of gold from the Sabarimala Ayyapa temples doorframe, a favorable ruling on Wednesday will pave the way for Padmakumars release from prison

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 9:00 pm

PIL seeks removal of Kerala from the title of The Kerala Story 2 Goes Beyond

Petitioners seeks a High Court directive to the Centre and to the CBFC to permit screening of the film with a disclaimer that it was based on a purely fictional theme

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 8:45 pm

Veena George makes first public appearance amid speculations over candidature

Wearing a neck collar, the Minister inaugurated the Arogyam Anandam Fest in Pathanamthitta

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 8:33 pm

Election Commission set to announce poll dates for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, Puducherry after Bengal visit

The terms of the Assemblies in all these States end between May and June; the schedule could be announced any time after March 10 when the poll body completes its visit to West Bengal

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 8:32 pm

Men Too Have Dignity: Kerala High Court Allows Correction Of Fathers Name In Birth Certificate

The case involved a woman seeking to replace her ex-husbands name with that of her new husband as the father of her daughter born during an adulterous relationship.

News18 3 Mar 2026 8:26 pm

New genus and species of blind miniature fish discovered in Assam

Newly-discovered species of fish, living in a hand-dug well in a village in Assam, has been named Gitchak nakana. Complete absence of a skull roof is its most bizarre feature. In a departure from almost all other bony fish, the top of its brain is covered only by skin rather than bone

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 8:17 pm

Thousands of Women Take Part in Attukal Pongala Festival in Keralas Capital

Festival showcases real Kerala Story; mosques, churches open their premises for Hindu devotees

Deccan Chronicle 3 Mar 2026 8:11 pm

Former prosecutor P.K. Haridas passes away

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 8:01 pm

A spices route to tribal empowerment

Jayakumar, a Muthuvan tribal youth from the Mulakuthara settlement, opens a spices shop at Chattupara, near Adimaly. His mission is to ensure fair price and reliable market for farmers in the settlement

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 7:48 pm

Partial reopening of airspace brings respite to stranded passengers

Kerala received over a dozen flights from different locations in West Asia, mainly carrying stranded passengers

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 7:42 pm

ACM India award for Amritapuri Campus

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 7:31 pm

Panel to study issues of specialist teachers

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 6:59 pm

ISL: Mohun Bagan hit with stadium closure for 'spectator misconduct'

Mohun Bagan Super Giants have been fined and hit with a full stadium closure for their upcoming game against Odisha FC on March 6. The Kolkata giants have been found guilty of 'spectator misconduct' during their season opener against the Kerala Blasters on February 14.

The Times of India 3 Mar 2026 6:50 pm

Centre clears 2,924-crore extra borrowing for Kerala tied to States power reforms, says Electricity Minister K. Krishnankutty

Minister terms Centres decision an acknowledgement of operational efficiency displayed by Kerala in power sector

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 4:25 pm

Kerala Lottery Result Today Live: Sthree Sakthi SS-509 Winning Numbers (03/03/2026) Full List

Kerala Lottery Result Today Live Updates: Here's full list of winning numbers for Sthree Sakthi SS-509 lottery for Tuesday, March 3, 2026.

News18 3 Mar 2026 3:00 pm

Court awards retired army officer Rs 5L damages for malicious prosecution

Kollam: A Kerala court has awarded damages of Rs five lakh to a retired army officer for malicious prosecution by the police. Principal Munsiff Ragi S directed the state government and six of its police officers to jointly pay the compensation to 54-year-old Willington, a retired Naik Subedar, for his illegal detention, harassment and malicious 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 .

The Siasat Daily 3 Mar 2026 2:39 pm

Madras High Court restrains unlawful broadcasting of The Kerala Story 2

The Madras High Court restrained unlawful online and cable broadcasts of The Kerala Story 2 after its theatrical release. Producer Vipul Shah said the sequel was driven by the need to highlight a larger issue, not franchise strategy

Mid Day 3 Mar 2026 2:36 pm

Veena George assault case: Kerala Students Union activists denied bail

The accused will be produced before the court again on March 5

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 2:29 pm

KITE launches QR code-based mobile app for real-time tracking of higher secondary exams in Kerala

KITE-QTrack app is designed to provide real-time tracking and monitoring of the entire higher secondary examination process from opening of question paper packets at exam centres to dispatch of answer scripts to valuation camps

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 2:06 pm

It's Not a Marketing Gimmick: Vipul Shah on Making 'The Kerala Story 2'

The film depicts the stories of three Hindu women from different states who defy their families to marry Muslim men and are subsequently forced to convert.

Deccan Chronicle 3 Mar 2026 12:07 pm

Kerala lottery results today live for Sthree-Sakthi SS-509 (March 3, 2026); 1 crore prize winner and complete list here

Kerala Lottery Result Today: The Kerala State Lotteries Department has conducted the high-stakes draw for the Sthree-Sakthi SS-509 weekly lottery today, March 3, 2026. The event, held at Gorky Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram, featured a grand first prize of 1 crore.

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 11:53 am

Kerala Class 10 And 12 Exams Postponed In Middle East, Students Asked To Submit Applications

Kerala Exams Postponed 2026: Students who are unable to appear for the examinations due to flight disruptions, local restrictions arising from the unrest and other issues have been advised to submit applications at the earliest.

NDTV 3 Mar 2026 11:37 am

Water-logging near Attukal temple poses problems for devotees

As crowd of devotees swelled, many chose to set up their hearths on the few dry spots amid the water-logged areas near Attukal Bhagavathy temple

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 11:34 am

How 'Micro-Minority' Demand Could Fracture Christian Unity Ahead of Kerala Polls

A micro-minority framework risks shifting attention from caste-based exclusion to religious-category bargaining.

The Quint 3 Mar 2026 9:54 am

Kerala postpones SSLC and Higher Secondary exams in Middle East centres amid unrest

The Government of Kerala has postponed select SSLC (Class 10) and Higher Secondary (Class 12) examinations scheduled in Middle East centres due to escalating unrest in parts of West Asia. Education Minister V. Sivankutty said exams slated between March 5 and 7 have been deferred citing security concerns and travel disruptions. Revised dates will be announced later, and affected students can apply through their schools for consideration to safeguard their academic future.

The Times of India 3 Mar 2026 9:53 am

Rent a Tree, an agri-startup from Kochi, provides mango trees for lease across India

Rent a Tree manages 250 acres of Alphonso mango farms in Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala, catering to over 160 customers with rentals starting at 10,300

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 9:41 am

Jairam Ramesh: Delimitation will 'punish' south for population control

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh raises concerns over delimitation and central fund distribution. He argues southern states controlling population should not lose parliamentary seats. Ramesh criticizes the BJP's approach to federalism, accusing it of centralizing power. He believes the BJP aims to prevent Congress victories in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, potentially aiding the LDF in Kerala.

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 9:40 am

Attukal Pongala: Thousands of devotees gear up to offer Pongala in Kerala capital

Churches, mosques and residents opened their doors to devotees, who set up open brick hearths to cook the sacrament, an offering of rice and jaggery

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 9:40 am

Former Union Minister and senior Congress leader K.P. Unnikrishnan no more

He was the MP for Vadakara in Kozhikode from 1971 to 1996, representing three political parties. He first entered the Upper House of Parliament in 1971 on a Congress ticket

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 9:15 am

The Kerala Story 2 box office Day 4: Film sees dip, earns Rs 12.8 crore

The Kerala Story 2 box office Day 4: Film sees dip, earns Rs 12.8 crore

India Today 3 Mar 2026 9:08 am

Kerala Lottery Result Today Live: Sthree Sakthi SS-509 Winning Numbers For March 3, 2026; First Prize Rs 1 Crore

Kerala Lottery Result Today: Sthree Sakthi SS-509 lottery result will be declared today, on Tuesday, March 3. Check the live updates and full list of winning numbers from 3 pm.

News18 3 Mar 2026 9:00 am

Meet the people powering Keralas marine turtle conservation

How Keralas community-led conservation efforts are saving the Olive Ridley turtles

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 8:59 am

Daughter loses claim to gold jewellery kept in joint locker with late mother; HC upholds Will bequeathing it to another family member

A daughter's claim to gold ornaments in a joint bank locker was dismissed by the Kerala High Court. The court ruled that a registered Will takes precedence over an 'either or survivor' clause in bank locker agreements. This means assets can be willed to a third party without the joint holder's consent.

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 7:01 am

From music to microbes: How Kerala-based Kumbayah Kombucha is brewing real kombucha for India

Founded by Arvind Mohan and Ashvini Birghoffer, Kerala-based Kumbayah Kombucha's drink is available all over Kerala , Madurai, Coimbatore, Chennai, Pondicherry, Bengaluru and Hyderabad.

Your Story 3 Mar 2026 6:45 am

'The Kerala Story 2' crosses Rs 12 crore on Day 4

'The Kerala Story 2 Goes Beyond' has seen a significant drop in box office collections compared to its predecessor. After a modest opening weekend, the film's Day 4 earnings fell to Rs 2.65 crore, bringing the total to Rs 12.8 crore. This performance contrasts sharply with the first installment's initial success. Read on to know more in detail.

The Times of India 3 Mar 2026 5:46 am

Questions for the church and the State

The Justice J.B. Koshy report reveals cracks in Keralas social justice programme

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 12:18 am

ECI may start polls with TN, Assam; Bengal likely in 67 phases

ECI may begin polls with TN, Assam & Puducherry; Kerala, Bengal likely to be in sync

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 11:38 pm

Passport office in Kochi receives hoax bomb threat

The Ernakulam Town South Police, along with the bomb squad, conducted a detailed inspection of the premises after being alerted

The Hindu 2 Mar 2026 9:08 pm

Assess environmental compensation from those responsible for pollution of Kadambrayar: NGT tells PCB

The environmental compensation will be fixed based on the polluter pays principle. The PCB has to work out the amount based on the waste generated by the violators

The Hindu 2 Mar 2026 9:00 pm

Festive mood grips the city ahead of Attukal Pongala on Tuesday

The festivities had their flipside. Religious processions bound for Attukal Temple from different parts of the district snarled traffic and made it difficult for the travelling public to reach bus stands, railway stations and airports. Unchecked sound pollution was a bane for students preparing for examinations and for senior citizens.

The Hindu 2 Mar 2026 9:00 pm

12 crore non-plan grant for SSUS

The assistance has been earmarked for the payment of pension, commutation, death-cum-retirement gratuity, and terminal surrender benefits for retired teaching and non-teaching staff

The Hindu 2 Mar 2026 8:59 pm

Unfinished seat sharing clouds UDFs campaign rollout in Kottayam

The prolonged delay in finalising the seat sharing formula between the Congress and Kerala Congress (Joseph) faction has effectively stalled the candidate selection process

The Hindu 2 Mar 2026 8:56 pm

Beach clean-up drive held at Shanghumughom

The Hindu 2 Mar 2026 8:51 pm

AI-enabled MVD vehicle flags nearly 6,500 speed violations in Kochi city two months

Of these, 1,637 drivers, who were found to have violated speed limits, were penalised, says MVD

The Hindu 2 Mar 2026 8:40 pm

Smart meters: govt. offices all set to shift to prepaid billing, says KSEB

This shift is part of a larger implementation under the Centres Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) aimed at reducing outstanding dues, which currently amount to around 400 crore annually from government entities.

The Hindu 2 Mar 2026 8:08 pm

Daily wage arrears of teachers with qualifications similar to K-TET to be disbursed

To those who have cleared State Eligibility Test, National Eligibility Test or have MEd, MPhil, PhDThiruvananthapuram

The Hindu 2 Mar 2026 8:01 pm

Elaborate arrangements in place for Pongala

The Hindu 2 Mar 2026 7:57 pm