Body of newborn found in backwaters in Kochi
Man booked for pronouncing triple talaq over SMS
Centre approves proposal to rename Kerala as Keralam
The Union Cabinet has approved the renaming of Kerala to Keralam. This constitutional step follows a request from the Kerala government. Prime Minister Modi stated the move reflects the people's will and strengthens cultural identity. The process involves the President and Parliament. The Kerala assembly had unanimously passed a resolution for the name change.
Why not Bangla?: Mamata Banerjee questions Centre after Kerala renamed Keralam
Banerjee vowed to get Bengal's name changed when BJP is out of power as she questioned why Bengal's name was not renamed despite repeated requests. Bengal's culture, richness and language is well known. But Bengal's students suffer in various examinations or interviews as the name comes last due to alphabetical order, Banerjee emphasised.
Didi: BJP-CPI(M) Alliance Rise Renamed Kerala; TMC Chief Calls BJP 'Anti-Bengal' For Not Renaming WB
Ms Banerjee however greeted the Keralites for getting the new identity. I congratulate my brothers and sisters of Kerala over the state's renaming by the BJP-ruled union cabinet following the state government's proposal, she added before raising her demand once again and attacking the Centre for sitting on it.
NIMS Medicity declared Net Zero Emission campus
SHRC registers suo motu case in womans death in Kannur
News regarding removal of The Kerala Story 2 teaser false, misleading: Producers
News regarding removal of The Kerala Story 2 teaser false, misleading: Producers
Humane touch, not mere court orders, may help mitigate human-wildlife conflict: Supreme Court
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant remarks that this is an issue which has to be addressed not by court orders, but through a humanitarian approach, by speaking their language and understanding their issues, their economic conditions and how certain people or interests are even alluring them.
KWA announces rate concession for select consumer categories
Demand to give proper entry and exit points to NH near Calicut varsity campus
Dakshayani Velayudhan memorial lecture on Feb. 26
Kerala Cabinet raises PSC examination eligibility age to 40 for general category candidates
Age ceiling for job aspirants from Other Backward Classes and Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes will rise correspondingly
Cabinets in-principle nod for J.B. Koshy Commission report
Mamata Banerjee's Anti-Bengali Charge At Centre As Kerala Becomes Keralam
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, congratulating Kerala on its name change, said today that despite her best efforts, the Centre is not allowing a change of name for her state since it is anti-Bengal.
Over 36,800 homes completed under Life Mission in Kozhikode
Court vacates the stay on the issuance of deeds under the 1964 rules
National meet on Cashew at KAU on February 25-26
Experts to discuss technology, productivity and value addition for global competitiveness in cashew sector
525 title deeds distributed in Punalur
CAG pulls up Excise dept. for absence of detailed probe in small quantity drug cases
Kerala To Be Renamed Keralam: Meaning, History And Linguistic Origins
The core of the demand lies in language. In Malayalam, the state has always been called Keralam.
PSUs now competitive and profitable: Minister
BJP turns to influential Christian faces in central Travancore for Assembly poll
Party is banking on the possibility of a swing in Catholic voting patterns. The strategy now being rolled out involves fielding prominent Christian faces in key Christian-dominated constituencies across the region
Malabar Cancer Centres AI for oncology initiative earns national recognition at India AI Summit 2026
The project is designed to rapidly analyse patient treatment data and support clinicians in making precise, evidence-based decisions
SHRC orders urgent inspection of old buildings in Kozhikode
Cabinet nod for comprehensive group insurance scheme to protect houses from disasters
Suresh Gopi made a mockery of electoral process, alleges DCC president Joseph Tajet
Row erupts over voter list entry in Guruvayur booth; Congress leader demands BJP clarification
Teaser of actor Mohanlal interviewing Pinarayi generates buzz
Resilience is the new benchmark, Shashi Tharoor tells spice exporters
CAG finds lapses in Jal Jeevan Mission implementation in Kerala
CAG report reveals significant lapses in Keralas Jal Jeevan Mission implementation, highlighting target shortfalls and geo-tagging errors.
T.N. student attacked on IIT Palakkad campus
Kochi Corpn. Budget proposes Green Bond to fund green-blue-grey infrastructure development
February 25 News Headlines: Today's assembly brings you the latest news for February 25. National headlines include judiciary issues, a proposal to rename Kerala, and a paper leak investigation. Internationally, we look at a capture in Mexico, a London restaurant incident, and US storm impacts. Sports updates are also featured. Stay informed with these key global stories.
Sabarimala gold case: Supreme Court to hear Pankaj Bhandaris plea against arrest on March 19
The Kerala High Court had dismissed his petition against his arrest
'W Is Always Called At The End': After 'Keralam', CM Mamata On Why West Bengal Should Be 'Bangla'
While congratulating the rothers and sisters of Kerala for their name change success, CM Mamata Banerjee once again drew attention to the renaming of West Bengal to 'Bangla'
Bangla-birodhis: Mamata Banerjee reminds Centre of Bengal proposal after Kerala's Keralam nod
The Union Cabinet approved Kerala's name change to Keralam. This sparked a political row. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee questioned why her state's proposal to be renamed Bangla is pending. She accused the Centre of discrimination. The Centre's decision comes ahead of assembly elections in both states.
Kerala High Court To Watch the Kerala Story
There has been widespread criticism for the film which portrays Kerela wrongly
Uthralikkavu Pooram dazzles with elephants, melam and vibrant rituals
Massive crowds gather in post-harvest paddy fields as Enkakkad, Kumaranellur and Wadakkanchery desams bring alive centuries-old traditions
Focus on agriculture in rural job scheme, directs rights panel
Controlling price rise to be top priority of UDF if voted to power: Venugopal
Cusat open-air auditorium resumes functioning two years after tragic stampede
HC says The Kerala Story 2 wrongly portrays state, teaser pulled down
Stating that the Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond wrongly portrays people of the state, the Kerala High Court sought the central governments decision to screen the movie before it decides on pleas challenging its censor certificate. Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas said the film misrepresents the unity and harmony of Kerala. Kerala lives in total harmony. 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 Congress chairperson of North Paravur municipality joins BJP
Satheesan slams LDF over data leak, predicts UDF sweep in central Kerala
'State Lives In Total Harmony': HC Says 'Kerala Story 2' Film Could Spark Communal Tension
The observations came while hearing three separate pleas seeking to quash the certificate for public viewing granted to the film by the CBFC.
Nirbhaya Nisha to boost womens safety: Pinarayi
Chief Minister says project designed by Kerala Police is a model step to ensure womens safety. It will serve to instil a sense of safety among women who travel at odd hours for work and other essential needs
UN launches road safety financing project in four States
UN Road Safety Fund-backed initiative in Rajasthan, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Assam targets 50% reduction in road traffic deaths by 2030
Two drown in Pampa, bodies recovered
Kozhikode sunshade collapse: Mayor announces ex gratia for kin of victims
The National Testing Agency has released JEE Main 2026 Session 1 results for Paper 2 covering B Arch and B Planning. The exam was conducted across 426 centres in India and abroad with over 66,000 candidates appearing. Kerala candidates Suryathejus S and Gowri Sankar V secured perfect NTA scores of 100. The results include detailed attendance data, category-wise performance, gender distribution and state-wise toppers for both papers.
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Shashi Tharoor's Linguistic Question As Centre Okays Kerala Name Change
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor had a witty take on Kerala's name change on Tuesday, asking what happens now to the terms Keralite and Keralan for the denizens of the new Keralam.
Kerala To 'Keralam': 8 States, UTs Whose Names Have Changed Since India's Independence
Since India gained independence in 1947, several states and Union territories have undergone name changes to better align with their cultural heritage and linguistic roots
Wayanad Community Seed Fest from February 28
Kerala govt raises age limit for Public Service Commission applications
The Kerala government has decided to increase the upper age limit for Public Service Commission recruitments by four years. This change will benefit general category candidates, raising their age limit from 36 to 40 years. Other categories eligible for relaxation will also see a corresponding increase. This move addresses a long-standing demand from job aspirants.
Most adventure tourism firms in Idukki functioning without a local body licence
Collector forms seven-member expert team to inspect all adventure activity firms in the district and submit a detailed report
Prakash Raj Reacts To The Kerala Story 2 Makers Pulling Down Teaser After High Court Order
Earlier today, the makers stated that they were not ready to show the movie to the High Court and announced they were withdrawing the teaser
Sreedharan unveils 56,500 crore high-speed rail plan
The Kerala High Speed Rail aims at reducing travel time between Thiruvananthapuram and Kannur to just three hours and 20 minutes. It will cover 465 km with 20 stations, linking key airports and promising to alleviate road congestion while cutting carbon emissions.
Watch: Kerala to Keralam: What the Constitution says about a State name change
The move, announced by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, now sets in motion a constitutional process under Article 3 involving the President and Parliament. With Assembly elections approaching, here is what the change means and what happens next.
Union Cabinet approves Keralas name change to Keralam
The Union Cabinet approved Keralas proposal to change its name to Keralam. The Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026 will now go to the state assembly and then Parliament under Article 3 of the Constitution
Arippa protesters stage mass hunger strike over alleged corruption
Protesters allege that revenue officials are actively sabotaging the title deed (pattaya) distribution process to favour the timber mafia.
Kerala to Keralam: What is the process to change the name of a State?
India has a long history of changing the names of States. From Orissa to Odisha and Uttaranchal to Uttarakhand, know all about the constitutional process of changing the name of a place.
Kerala HC raises concern over 'The Kerala Story 2' certification
The Kerala High Court has raised concerns over the Central Board of Film Certification's (CBFC) decision to certify The Kerala Story 2 - Goes Beyond.
Kerala to Keralam: Union Cabinet clears name change; 5 other places that were renamed
The Union Cabinet today approved a proposal to change the name of the State of Kerala to Keralam, initiating the constitutional process required for the alteration, ddnews reported.
Union Cabinet Approves Proposal to Rename Kerala as Keralam
The Union Cabinet has cleared a proposal to rename Kerala as Keralam. The constitutional process under Article 3 will now proceed before the Bill is introduced in Parliament.
'What Happens To Keralite Now?' Shashi Tharoor Quips After Govt's Nod To Rename Kerala As 'Keralam'
Shashi Tharoor's remarks came after the Union Cabinet, chaired by PM Modi, approved the Kerala governments proposal to officially change the states name to Keralam.
What happens to terms Keralite, Keralan: Tharoor on Keralam replacing Kerala
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the proposal for altering the name of Kerala to Keralam
The Kerala Story 2 row: HC questions CBFC, makers to take down teaser, trailer
The Kerala High Court on Tuesday heard the plea against The Kerala Story 2, wherein it questioned the CBFC over the U/A certificate granted to the film. Further, the producers have agreed to the court order to take down the earlier released teaser of the film
The Kerala Story 2 press conference drama: Over 30 victims introduced but...
The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond has sparked fresh controversy, with its makers defending the film at a Delhi press conference amid allegations of propaganda. They introduced over 30 women from across India who alleged forced conversions, insisting the sequel tells a pan-India story
What happens to terms Keralite, Keralan: Shashi Tharoors witty take on states Keralam switch
The Union Cabinet has approved changing Kerala's name to Keralam. This move will now proceed through parliamentary procedures. Senior leader Shashi Tharoor humorously questioned the new terms for residents. He also expressed admiration for C Rajagopalachari, noting his enduring principles. The government is taking steps to amend the Constitution.
Will it be Keralamite or Keralamian? Shashi Tharoor reacts to Keralas proposed new name Keralam
The Union Cabinet has approved Kerala's proposal to rename the state to 'Keralam'. This decision follows a unanimous resolution by the Kerala Legislative Assembly and will involve a constitutional amendment process. The move aims to align the state's official name with its Malayalam designation.
Kerala to become Keralam: Union Cabinet approves change of name
The Kerala Assembly on June 24, 2024, had unanimously adopted a resolution urging the Centre to officially change the States name to Keralam
Kerala HC pulls up The Kerala Story 2 for misportraying secular state
The Kerala High Court has raised concerns about the film 'The Kerala Story 2 - Goes Beyond'. The court believes the movie misrepresents Kerala and could incite communal disharmony. Producers have agreed to withdraw teasers. The court will decide on February 27 whether to watch the film before its release. Arguments continue on pleas seeking to quash the film's certification.
Union Cabinet approves rail, metro, airport projects worth Rs 12,236 crore
The Union Cabinet has approved significant infrastructure and policy initiatives totaling Rs 12,236 crore. Key approvals include major railway projects, a new terminal at Srinagar airport, and an Ahmedabad Metro extension. Power sector reforms and an increased MSP for raw jute were also sanctioned. Additionally, the Cabinet approved the proposal to rename Kerala as Keralam.
Union Cabinet Gives Nod To Change Kerala's Name To 'Keralam' Ahead Of State Assembly Polls
The Kerala Assembly had unanimously adopted a resolution in 2024, urging the Centre to amend the First Schedule of the Constitution to reflect the states name as Keralam,
Union Cabinet Approves Rail, Metro And Airport Projects Worth Rs 12,236 Crore
New Delhi, Feb 24: The Union Cabinet on Tuesday has approved a series of infrastructure and policy decisions, including major investments in railways, urban transport, and aviation, with a total financial outlay of Rs 12,236 crore. Additionally, the Cabinet took policy decisions on power sector reforms and approved the change of name from Kerala to Keralam. While announcing the Cabinet decision, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said, Among the key approvals, the Cabinet cleared the doubling of the Gondia-Jabalpur rail line [] The post Union Cabinet Approves Rail, Metro And Airport Projects Worth Rs 12,236 Crore appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kerala to be officially called Keralam after Cabinet nod
The Union Cabinet has approved renaming Kerala to Keralam. This move fulfills a long-standing demand to restore the state's historical Malayalam name. The decision follows a unanimous resolution by the Kerala Legislative Assembly. State BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar supports the initiative, citing civilisational and linguistic heritage. The renaming is symbolic and will not alter administrative structures.
Man booked for triple talaq over phone, cruelty to wife in Kerala
Kochi: A case has been registered against a 32-year-old man for allegedly pronouncing triple talaq over the phone and subjecting his wife to cruelty, police said on Tuesday, February 24. The case was registered on Monday at the Muvattupuzha police station under Section 85 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which deals with a husband 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 .
Kerala Assembly passes Nativity Card Bill
Amid continuing non-cooperation by Congress-led UDF Opposition, Kerala Assembly passes nine Bills, including Nativity Card Bill
In pictures: Experiencing Theyyam in Kerala
As the Theyyam season reaches its peak, this Keralas ritual art is based on centuries-old folklore.
Kerala Lottery Result Today Live: Sthree Sakthi SS-508 Winning Numbers (24/02/2026) Full List
Kerala Lottery Result Today Live Updates: Here's full list of winning numbers for Sthree Sakthi SS-508 lottery for Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
Union Cabinet Approves Change Of Name Of Kerala To Keralam: Sources
The Kerala Assembly had passed the resolution for the second time because the Ministry of Home Affairs, which reviewed the first resolution, suggested some technical changes
Kerala to be renamed Keralam as Union Cabinet likely to give nod
New Delhi: The bill to rename Kerala to Keralam is likely to be approved by the central government in a Cabinet meeting scheduled on Tuesday, February 24. The Kerala Legislative Assembly had earlier passed a resolution to change the states name to Keralam in all official records. The move aims to align the states identity 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 .
'Kerala Story 2' gets U/A 16+ certificate after several cuts
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has asked for 16 modifications or cuts in The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond.
UDF disrupts Kerala assembly for second day over Sabarimala gold allegations
Thiruvananthapuram: The Congress-led UDF opposition disrupted the Kerala assembly proceedings for the second consecutive day on Tuesday, raising the issue of alleged misappropriation of gold from Sabarimala. Accusing Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of interfering in the probe by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) into the Sabarimala gold loss cases and demanding the resignation of state 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 .
I am completely against banning any film, book, or any form of expression. The right to express is a fundamental human right. I respect it, even when I strongly disagree with what is being said. I believe our society is mature enough to decide what is right and what is... The post Opinion | Kerala Story 2 appeared first on HW News English .
Kerala HC Hears Arguments on Plea to Quash Certification of 'The Kerala Story 2'
The court will, thereafter, decide whether it will view the film before its scheduled release on February 27, the sources said
Kerala Passes Nativity Card Bill, Minister Cites CAA Background
The Nativity Card Bill was presented in the House on Monday in the absence of opposition UDF members, who had boycotted the proceedings over the Sabarimala gold loss case
