Keralam home minister says law will prevail in CMRL-Exalogic case
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CPI(M) Accuses ED and Kerala CM of Targeting Party in CMRL-Exalogic Case
CPI(M) leader MV Govindan claims the ED and Kerala CM are unjustly targeting the party in a corruption investigation. CPI(M) Accuses ED and Kerala CM of Targeting Party in CMRL-Exalogic Case
Western Ghats ESA: Keralam submits recommendations to Centre, seeks limiting area to 8,590 sq km
Keralam govt to introduce resolution on ESA issue when State Assembly convenes next, says Environment Minister Sunny Joseph
Kerala LoP Pinarayi Vijayan seeks removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, halt to SIR
In a post on X, Pinarayi says 'revelations' about objections raised by two Election Commissioners over decisions concerning voter registration, deletion of names and SIR raise 'grave questions' about functioning of Election Commission of India
BJP attack on Cong over EC row is
Wayanad (Keralam), Sep 25 (PTI) Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Friday termed the BJPs attack on her party over the Election Commission row a stale and weak story, alleging that there were facts and evidence to support the Congress claims. Responding to reporters queries here, she said that the entire country had seen what had happened, referring to facts put forward by her brother, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, at various press conferences over SIR of electoral rolls. Im sorry, thats a very stale and weak story. There are facts, there is evidence. It is there for the whole country
Over 7,000 Cannabis Plants Destroyed in Keralam's Palakkad Forest
The cultivators had reportedly stored water from forest streams and installed a drip irrigation system to water the plants
Minerva Public School Lifts Subroto Cup Junior Boys Trophy
Minerva Public School CISCE from Mohali defeated Maqdoomiya Islamic Cultural English Medium Higher Secondary School from Kerala 3-2 to win the Junior Boys (U-17) title at the 65th Subroto Cup International Football Tournament. Other winners included Saint Patrick's High School in Junior Girls and Manik Para Vivekanand Vidyapeeth in Sub Junior Boys.
AI Tools To Make Election Process More Efficient: Keralam CEO
The CEO gave guidelines on effectively using new artificial intelligence-based tools being developed as per the Election Commission's directions to make election-related activities faster and more effective
EV users in Keralam call for uniformity in charging tariff
EV users say tariffs vary considerably between charging stations and operators, with peak-hour charging proving particularly expensive at some locations. Some fast-charging stations charge up to 25 per kWh during peak hours, say users
Massive Cannabis Plantation Destroyed In Kerala
Police in Palakkad, Kerala, have destroyed approximately 7,300 cannabis plants found growing in a remote forest area in Attappady. The plants were discovered during a joint operation by the District Anti-Narcotics Special Action Force (DANSAF) and local police, following a tip-off, and were subsequently set on fire at the site.
BJP's 529 Crore Poll Spending Revealed; Bengal Alone Accounted For 287 Crore, EC Data Shows
BJP spent 529 crore across five Assembly elections held in April 2026, with West Bengal accounting for 287 crore, according to expenditure statements filed with the Election Commission. The party also reported spending 83 crore in Kerala, 96 crore in Assam, 52 crore in Tamil Nadu and 12 crore in Puducherry. Congress reported 249 crore in total spending, while CPM reported 39 crore. BJP's central headquarters received 1,473 crore during the election period, while its balance rose to 7,627 crore. Congress' combined balance across five state units fell to 103 crore.
Sabarimala pilgrimage: TDB president meets Keralam Devaswom Minister, briefs him on preparations
Speaking to reporters after the meeting, K. Muraleedharan says government and TDB will work together to ensure that devotees do not face difficulties during upcoming pilgrimage season
Patient Dies After Ambulance Meets With Accident In Keralam
Preliminary information suggested that the driver may have fallen asleep at the wheel, leading to the accident, police said.
CM Revanth to receive best public servant award in Kerala
Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy will receive the Aryadan Muhammed-2026 Best Public Servant award in Kerala on Friday, September 25, in recognition of his initiatives aimed at the welfare of farmers, Backward Classes and the general public. The award has been instituted by the Aryadan Muhammed Foundation in memory of veteran Congress leader Aryadan 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 .
CMRL-Exalogic payoff case raises legal, political challenges to govt., investigating agencies
The allegation that Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan, Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala, Health Minister K. Muraleedharan, and other politicians too had received money from CMRL surfaced on Thursday as the State government was all set to issue a notification on the formation of a special investigation team to probe the findings of the ED against former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter T. Veena, and her husband P.A. Mohamed Riyas in the money laundering case
Zones of worry: Lives on the boil on forest fringes in Keralam after new ESA notification
Keralam is once again witnessing a heated debate over the inclusion of some of its villages in the Western Ghats region in the Ecologically Sensitive Areas. Hiran Unnikrishnan and Sandeep Vellaram meet the stakeholders, including the settlers of the region and conservationists, to understand their concerns
Operations of quarries, trekking sites, adventure tourism centres suspended in Keralams Wayanad
Panchayat secretaries told to take the required steps if it becomes necessary to relocate people from disaster-prone areas
Bitumen price surge hits road works, adding to motorists woes in Kochi
Bitumen price rises from 10,093 to 14,915 per 156-kg barrel between March 5 and September 16; Kochi Corporation explores allowing additional estimates to bridge the gap caused by the price variation; contractors seek a Finance department directive to cover excess costs in local-body projects
Kerala BJP President Questions Government on Lack of FIR in CMRL-Exalogic Case
Kerala BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar demands an FIR in the CMRL-Exalogic case, citing serious corruption allegations against the government. Kerala BJP President Questions Government on Lack of FIR in CMRL-Exalogic Case
CM Revanth To Receive Aryadan Memorial Award In Kerala Today
The award will be presented at 10 am at a function marking Aryadan Mohammeds fourth death anniversary: Regards
BJP plugs gaps in state units, brings RSS connect back in focus
The BJP strategically fills important organizational roles by appointing general secretaries, primarily selecting familiar figures from its existing ranks. The emphasis is on a reorganization of responsibilities instead of incorporating new RSS representatives. A notable appointment is Saudan Singh's new role managing several eastern states. Nevertheless, key regions such as Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Kerala remain without dedicated general secretaries.
Bus drivers booked for rash driving in Kochi
CCTV footage captured the incidents, including one in which a pedestrian narrowly escaped being hit
Technical committee constituted for preparing DPR for Oommen Chandy Health Insurance Scheme
The implementation of a health insurance scheme with an enhanced insurance cover of 25 lakh had been one of the main poll promises of the UDF
Rajeev Chandrasekhar warns of cover-up in Keralam CMRL-Exalogic case SIT probe
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KTU Syndicate decides against approving proposal for Pro Vice-Chancellor
The V-C had reportedly included on the agenda of the Syndicate meeting a proposalto appoint Biju, a retired Professor of the Mar Athanasius College of Engineering, Kothamangalam, as the PV-C
CM sets target of 5 million foreign, 100 million domestic tourists for Kerala
Curtains up on 13th edition of Kerala Travel Mart; B2B event features 383 stalls showcasing the States tourism products; over 3,000 buyers have registered for the mart
CM sets target of 5 million foreign, 100 million domestic tourists for Kerala
Curtains up on 13th edition of Kerala Travel Mart; B2B event features 383 stalls showcasing the States tourism products; over 3,000 buyers have registered for the mart
Samasthas latest moves reflect a cautious balancing approach
The appointment of P.P. Umer Musliar Koyyode as general secretary, replacing the late K. Alikutty Musliar, is being seen as part of Samastha president Syed Jifri Muthukoya Thangals effort to maintain a middle path
Man arrested for alleged sexual assault in Kozhikode
The accused allegedly took the woman to a lodge in a car and reportedly assaulted her
AI-based tools will make election process simple and effective, says Keralam Chief Electoral Officer
Police officer suspended over alleged drunk driving
Four-wheeler reportedly hit three people, including a student returning home after a part-time job
Invoice of Keralam CMs charter flight out in public domain
Kannur varsity forms sports advisory committee
The 22-member sports advisory committee comprises Olympians, international-level athletes and experts to provide advice and support for the comprehensive development of sports activities at the varsity
Chief Minister to inaugurate solar plant, integrated cargo complex at Kannur airport
4 MWp solar plant comprises ground-mounted and carport capacities; new 32.95-crore cargo complex has a floor area of 5,695 sq. metres and annual handling capacity of 57,000 tonnes
Adequate Aravana stock will be ensured in Sabarimala: TDB chief
K. Jayakumar says expansion of Aravana plant is in the final stage. New facility is expected to become operational by October 31, 2026
Vigilance unearths irregularities in sports councils in Keralam
Irregularities include diversion of funds, procurement without following tender procedures, selection of ineligible athletes for State championships, and receipt of payments from contractors through digital payment platforms. Inspection undertaken as part of Project Zero, launched by the VACB to detect and prevent corruption in government institutions
Vigilance unearths irregularities in sports councils in Keralam
Irregularities include diversion of funds, procurement without following tender procedures, selection of ineligible athletes for State championships, and receipt of payments from contractors through digital payment platforms. Inspection undertaken as part of Project Zero, launched by the VACB to detect and prevent corruption in government institutions
Vigilance Court, Kottayam, had found the former DGP guilty of amassing disproportionate wealth during his tenure as Inspector General from 2003 to 2007
Keralam power crisis: KSEB to intensify demand-side management activities
KSEB urges KWA to shift water pumping to daytime solar hours or off-peak periods. It asks industries to shift their energy-sensitive processes to off-peak hours.
Leopard attacks five-year-old boy in Valparai
The child injured on head after the animal pounces on him while he was sitting on his mothers lap
CM Revanth Reddy to receive Aryadan Muhammed award in Kerala
CPI(M) demands action against Pudukad police officers over motorbike-ramming incident
Three youths injured in the incident; party asks Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala to explain delay in registering case against accused personnel
Toofan Eyes to track drug peddlers near schools in Keralam, says Ramesh Chennithala
Home Minister announces CCTV-based surveillance system around schools as part of the anti-drug campaign; 3,500 NSS volunteers inducted as Toofan Warriors; second phase of the campaign, Toofan Thaddesham, to begin on September 28
No Caste, No Horoscope: VHP's Push For Marriage, Temple Reforms In Kerala
The VHP now wants to encourage marriages across caste boundaries and is preparing to launch a caste-neutral matrimonial platform where horoscope compatibility will also not be a determining factor.
Govt. hospitals will get new staff pattern, says Keralam Health Minister K. Muraleedharan
Drug shortage to be resolved this month; 16 crore worth of new facilities inaugurated at Thrissur medical college
CMRL-Exalogic pay-off case: Kerala Police issue formal orders appointing SIT
The investigators face the challenge of independently verifying the material provided by the ED and gathering corroborating evidence.
CM Revanth To Receive Prestigious Aryadan Muhammed Award in Keralam on Friday
The Aryadan Muhammed Foundation is presenting the award in memory of late Aryadan Muhammed, a popular Congress leader from Kerala
Government will take steps to lift construction ban in Idukki, says Keralam Minister
Revenue Minister A.P. Anilkumar says the Keralam government will remove hurdles regarding the felling of trees grown by farmers on title deed (pattayam) lands
Alleged fake UPI payment: suspect arrested
Police suspect the accused was involved in several similar fake UPI payment frauds across Keralam
Court reserves ruling on Anto Augustines anticipatory bail plea
Case relates to the alleged multi-crore fraud behind the failed bid to bring Argentina football team led by Lionel Messi to Keralam
Rough weather alert: safety measures in place in Kozhikode to mitigate natural calamities
Authorities direct local bodies and village officers to evacuate people from vulnerable areas to safer locations or relief camps
Medical college students union in Kozhikode objects to appointment of acting HoD
Union functionaries claim that the faculty member proposed for the post had earlier been accused of mentally harassing PG students
Limit ESA curbs to forest areas in Keralam: Orthodox Church
Youhanon Mar Dioscoros Metropolitan says proposed restrictions can add to the difficulties faced by people in the hilly regions, who are already affected by human-wildlife conflict
Syndicate member criticises union election reforms in Calicut varsity
Panel report on proposed election rule reforms was presented as an out-of-agenda item without prior circulation to members, says the member
Keralams 247 specialty care rollout falters amid political pushback
The Health Departments push to run 247 specialty care in general and district hospitals is faltering, with Punalur taluk hospital the only pilot site struggling to sustain roundtheclock services amid acute doctor shortages and local political pushback, despite promises of redeploying specialists and teleconsultations. Officials say the plan hinges on creating hundreds of new specialist posts, a request the Finance department has yet to approve.
Online Fraud Alert: Fake Cricket Tickets For India-West Indies ODI
Kerala Police have issued a warning against online fraudsters selling fake tickets for the upcoming India-West Indies first ODI match in Thiruvananthapuram. Scammers use social media to lure victims, collect personal details, and demand multiple payments under various pretexts, advising the public to only use official booking platforms.
Keralam creates new posts, land acquisition units to speed up rail projects in Alappuzha, Palakkad
According to a government order, the new offices and posts will be established for a period of one year from the date of the order
Centre assures Keralam of anti-dumping duty on Chinese titanium dioxide
The domestic titanium dioxide industry is facing a severe crisis due to low-priced imports from China, which has significantly impacted public sector undertakings in Kerala including KMML and TTPL.
The latest flashpoint is the appointment of directors to paper valuation camps, with UDF-backed Senate members questioning the selections on grounds of seniority, academic excellence and alleged violation of university regulations
Kerala Minister Clarifies Distinction Between Election Funds and Corruption Amid Controversy
Keralas Health Minister K. Muraleedharan addresses allegations of corruption linked to CMRL amid political turmoil. Kerala Minister Clarifies Distinction Between Election Funds and Corruption Amid Controversy
Keralam gears up for data driven governance: Chief Minister
Satheesan opens Global Delivery Centre of CyberShelter at Lulu Twin Towers
Life Mission Kerala Non Engineering Interns Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
Life Mission Kerala has invited applications for the Recruitment 2026 notification for 2 Non-Engineering Interns posts. Eligible candidates can apply online on or before 30 September 2026. The detailed notification and online application details are available on the official website.
BJP spent more in Bengal poll than Cong did in 5 state polls
The BJP spent Rs 286.99 crore on the West Bengal elections, surpassing the Congress's total expenditure of Rs 248.55 crore across five states and a Union territory. The report details spending by major parties in West Bengal, Kerala, Assam, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry, highlighting significant financial disparities and campaign outlays.
CIAL launches aviation consultancy services to expand beyond airport ops
CIAL is set to leverage its expertise in airport development and operations to enter new markets with the launch of aviation consultancy services. Keralam Chief Minister V D Satheesan said CIAL's experience and technical capabilities would be leveraged to provide specialised services to airports and aviation stakeholders across the country. Addressing shareholders at Cochin International Airport Limited's 32nd Annual General Meeting here, the CM said the initiative would open up new avenues for deploying the company's expertise beyond its own operations. The AGM approved the Board of Directors' recommendation to distribute a 55 per cent dividend to shareholders. CIAL will offer consultancy services in airport planning and development, runway development, cargo operations, ground handling and commercial activities, according to a statement. The services will be offered under CIAL ACES (Aviation Consultancy and Expert Services), a new division established by the company. Its first .
Three Kannur prison inmates booked for allegedly assaulting official
Charges include attempt to attack other on-duty personnel
Drowning of boy in apartment pool in Kochi: parents allege negligence on part of association
Office-bearers of the apartment owners association have dismissed the charges as baseless
World Maritime Day 2026: Call to strengthen Keralams maritime sector
Inaugurating the celebrations, A Bijukumar, Vice Chancellor, Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS) emphasised the need to reimagine the blue economy as a community-centred approach to development.
Court holds that this will not violate accused persons fundamental right to a fair trial
CIAL recorded a total revenue of 1,220 crore and a profit of 502 crore during the financial year 2025-26
Watch: The growing safety concerns on Keralas NH 66
Eight engineering students from Dindigul were killed in a crash on Keralas under-construction NH 66 in Thrissur. The tragedy has renewed concerns over highway safety, with motorists and residents pointing to poorly marked diversions, inadequate lighting, unsafe parking and weak work-zone management across several stretches. The NHAI and other agencies have since inspected the accident site and identified safety issues.
BJP spent more in Bengal than Congress did across five state polls: EC filings
Bengal accounted for more than half of the BJP's 529.38-crore expenditure on the five elections, the other four being in Assam, Keralam, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry; the party spent 217.16 crore on general campaigning in Bengal and 69.83 crore on candidates.
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 24 (IANS) A page purportedly from the diary of CMRL Managing Director S. Sasidharan Kartha, now in the possession of investigators, has triggered a fresh political controversy after BJP state vice-president Shone George claimed that it contains the names of several senior leaders of both the ruling UDF and the Opposition Left. George, who has been pursuing the CMRL-Exalogic case for the past three years, first released a photograph of the page on social media with the question: Why is there no Vigilance probe? The figures on this page provide answers to several questions. At a press conference on Thursday, he went further, claiming that the page has the names of Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan, Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala, Ministers K. Muraleedharan and Shibu Baby John, besides senior leaders from both political fronts. The list also includes Pinarayi Vijayan, his former cabinet colleague P. Rajeev, K. B. Ganesh Kumar and veteran CPI(M) leaders, including Elamaram Kareem, State CPI(M) secretary M.V. Govindan and other Left leaders. George alleged that the entries indicate payments made to the politicians, including an entry of Rs 5 lakh against Satheesans name. The allegations have not been independently established merely by the diary entries, and the context and nature of each payment would have to be established through investigation. The disclosure comes days after the state government decided to conduct a preliminary inquiry through a Crime Branch Special Investigation Team into information shared by the Enforcement Directorate regarding the CMRL-Exalogic transactions. The decision followed legal advice obtained by the government after the ED wrote to the state police chief seeking action in connection with alleged offences under the Prevention of Corruption Act. George questioned why the matter was entrusted to the Crime Branch instead of the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau and demanded that the entire matter be handed over to the CBI. He alleged that Chennithala, as Home Minister, had deliberately chosen the Crime Branch route instead of a Vigilance investigation. Chennithala, however, has said the government acted on the Advocate General's legal opinion and that the ED's information could not simply be ignored. The latest controversy also brings renewed attention to the earlier investigations into CMRL. The Kerala High Court, in its June 2026 judgment, recorded that the Ministry of Corporate Affairs ordered an investigation into CMRL in January 2024 and subsequently entrusted it to the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO). The court also recorded that the Income Tax Settlement Commission had upheld findings relating to inflated expenses, generation of cash for alleged illegal payments and a purported Rs 1.72-crore payment to Veena Vijayan and Exalogic despite no services being rendered. The page released by George was described by him as one of the documents submitted before the court by the SFIO. With the ED-triggered state police inquiry now set to begin, the new diary disclosure has triggered a second political question: whether the Crime Branch preliminary inquiry will examine the wider list of alleged political payments or remain confined to the specific material referred by the ED.
BJP spent more in Bengal than Congress did across five state polls: Election Commision filings
According to the Election Commission's expenditure statements, BJP spent 286.99 crore on the West Bengal elections alone, which is than the Congress' expenditure across four states and a Union territory that went to polls earlier this year. Bengal accounted for more than half of the BJP's Rs 529.38-crore expenditure on the five elections with the other four being in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. The party also reported spending Rs 54.93 crore on general campaigning in Kerala and Rs 27.74 crore on candidates as well as spending Rs 96.27 crore in Assam, Rs 51.56 crore in Tamil Nadu and Rs 11.90 crore in Puducherry. BJP's central headquarters received Rs 1,472.8 crore during the election period.
Keralam Govt Directs State-Run Hospitals to Display Doctors' Details, Op Timings
The directive will apply to all government health institutions, from primary health centres to taluk headquarters hospitals, Health and Devaswom Minister K Muraleedharan has said in a statement
SC Collegium Recommends 12 Additional Judges As Permanent Judges In Four HCs
NEW DELHI, Sept 24: The Supreme Court Collegium has approved the appointment of 12 additional judges as permanent judges in the high courts of Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Uttarakhand and Gauhati. The decision was taken at a meeting of the Collegium comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Vikram Nath and B V Nagarathna [] The post SC Collegium Recommends 12 Additional Judges As Permanent Judges In Four HCs appeared first on Northlines .
Important to preserve independence, transparency of Election Commission: Keralam CM Satheesan
In a post on X, Satheesan says voters need to have full confidence in integrity of Indias electoral process
The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the appointment of 12 additional judges as permanent judges in various High Courts across India. Supreme Court Collegium Recommends Permanent Judges for Guwahati, Uttarakhand, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh High Courts
Wayanad (Keralam) [India], September 24 (ANI): Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday said that if any illegal acts were committed in the electoral roll revision process, those responsible, including the CEC Gyanesh Kumar, should face criminal prosecution, as she stepped up her attack over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Speaking to reporters in Kalpetta, Priyanka Gandhi said any attempt to interfere with the democratic process of elections was a serious offence against the Constitution and the country. My response is very, very clear. Anybody who plays around with the democratic process of our elections is committing
NAVIQ launch to give Keralas AI ambitions a boost: VK Mathews
NAVIQ is beginning operations with more than 2,000 employees and is expected to expand its workforce to around 5,000
Human-animal conflict in Keralam: Compensation for victims likely to be revised
Sources in Ministry of Agriculture confirm that revised compensation package is likely to be announced after the State-level conclave on human-wildlife conflict to be held at Thiruvambady on September 29
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 24 (IANS) The Supreme Court Collegium, headed by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, has recommended the appointment of 12 additional judges as permanent judges in the high courts of Gauhati, Uttarakhand, Kerala and Andhra Pradesh. In a statement issued on Thursday, the apex court Collegium said that in its meeting held on September 23, it approved the proposal for the appointment of Justice Kaushik Goswami as Permanent Judge of the Gauhati High Court. The Supreme Court Collegium, in its meeting held on 23rd September, 2026, has approved the proposal for appointment of Shri Justice Kaushik Goswami, Additional Judge as Permanent Judge of the Gauhati High Court, the statement said. In a separate statement, the apex court Collegium approved the appointment of Justice Subhash Upadhyay as a Permanent Judge of the Uttarakhand High Court. The Supreme Court Collegium, in its meeting held on 23rd September, 2026, has approved the proposal for appointment of Shri Justice Subhash Upadhyay, Additional Judge as Permanent Judge of the High Court of Uttarakhand, it said. The top court Collegium also approved the proposal for the appointment of five Additional Judges as Permanent Judges of the Kerala High Court. The judges are Justice P. Krishna Kumar, Justice K.V. Jayakumar, Justice Muralee Krishna S., Justice Jobin Sebastian and Justice P.V. Balakrishnan. For the Andhra Pradesh High Court, the Supreme Court Collegium approved proposals for the appointment of five Additional Judges as Permanent Judges. They are Justice Maheswara Rao Kuncheam @ Kuncham, Justice Thoota Chandra Dhana Sekar @ T.C.D. Sekhar, Justice Challa Gunaranjan, Justice Avadhanam Hari Haranadha Sarma and Dr Justice Yadavalli Lakshmana Rao. The Supreme Court Collegium, in its meeting held on 23rd September, 2026, has approved the proposals for appointment of the following Additional Judges as Permanent Judges of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh, the statement said. The Chief Justice and Judges of the High Courts are appointed by the President under clause (1) of Article 217 of the Constitution. While recommending the appointment of an Additional Judge as a Permanent Judge, the Chief Justice of the High Court is required to furnish detailed statistics, including month-wise disposal of cases and judgments delivered by the judge concerned, as well as the number of cases reported in law journals, duly certified by them. The data must also include information regarding the total number of working days, the number of days the judge actually attended court, and the days of absence during the relevant period for which disposal statistics are submitted. Additional Judges are appointed by the President under clause (1) of Article 224 of the Constitution.
Freebie row over Satheesans chartered flight to flood-hit Malappuram dominates Keralam politics
DYFI organising painting competitions across Keralam, urging the public to use their 'imagination to conjure up the likeness of the mysterious sponsor whose identity Chief Minister Satheesan has refused to reveal
Kerala HC asks TDB to address FSSAI deficiencies at Sabarimala prasadam unit
The inspection identified several areas requiring corrective action, including premises maintenance, equipment upkeep, documentation, food-handler training and audit requirements
CPI(M) challenges Kerala CM Satheesan over private flight claims
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Will Correct Deficienies Found at Sabarimala Prasadam Making Unit: TDB to Kerala HC
A bench of justices Raja Vijayaraghavan V and K V Jayakumar noted that the assessment has identified specific areas requiring corrective action and subsequent verification
Keralam raises vehicle tax exemption limit for persons with disabilities
The exemption applies to vehicles purchased by individuals with multiple disabilities, including autism and cerebral palsy, said State Transport Minister C P John
Kerala government orders public hospitals to display doctors availability and OP timings
The directive comes after public complaints about doctors being unavailable during OP hours and patients facing long waits at government hospitals
How mobile games have become a means of protest against power crisis in Keralam
Games made by members of Left-leaning youth organisations criticise the UDF government and Keralam Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan humorously
Political Controversy Erupts in Kerala Over Chief Ministers Travel Arrangements
Keralas Chief Minister faces backlash over travel arrangements and luxury car use, raising questions about political ethics. Political Controversy Erupts in Kerala Over Chief Ministers Travel Arrangements
Incorporate AI into curriculum: CM Omar
Srinagar, Sept 23: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said the government is focusing on improving the education system so that children are better prepared to face the challenges of a rapidly changing world, and emphasised the need to incorporate emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence into the curriculum and equip students with the knowledge and skills required for the future. Addressing the award ceremony of the ALOHA National Level Competition-2026 Kashmir at SKICC here, the Chief Minister also called for taking the ALOHA mental arithmetic programme to government schools in Jammu and Kashmir, stressing the need to provide children across the education system a level playing field and equip them with skills to compete nationally and internationally. The Chief Minister said education and health remain the two foremost responsibilities of the government and stressed that sustained investment in these sectors is essential for the overall development of the region. Education is the foundation of everything. Without education, what can we achieve? Education and health: without these two things, there is no point in getting anything else, he said. Highlighting the challenge of student retention, Omar Abdullah said Jammu and Kashmir performs well at the primary and middle-school levels in comparison with the national scenario, but the retention rate declines significantly as students progress to higher classes. He emphasised that secondary schools need to take concrete steps to bring down the school dropout rate. The Chief Minister stressed that government and private schools should work together rather than view each other as competing systems. He said children studying in both government and private schools are equally the future of Jammu and Kashmir and called for policies that enable private educational institutions to contribute effectively to the education ecosystem. Referring to the legislation on private universities this year, Omar Abdullah said the initiative was aimed at creating opportunities within Jammu and Kashmir so that students do not have to leave the region in search of quality private higher education. The Chief Minister expressed appreciation for the enthusiasm and performance of the participating students and the participation of children from different parts of Jammu and Kashmir, other parts of the country and abroad. He said the participation of students from places such as Kerala, Karnataka and Rajasthan, along with international participants, in the competition in Srinagar was a positive indication of the growing educational and cultural connect with Jammu and Kashmir. You are all winners. Whether you took back a trophy from here or not, just being here and being able to compete is a victory and is a win, he said. Omar Abdullah said the government would explore taking the ALOHA programme forward in government schools to give students wider access to such learning opportunities. This is something that we need to incorporate into the government school system as well, so that we give our children a level playing field, he said, adding that efforts would be made to expand the ALOHA family in Jammu and Kashmir. Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, Director School Education Kashmir Naseer Ahmed Wani, Founder and President ALOHA Loh Mun Sung, Director International ALOHA Kiran Motwani, MD ALOHA J&K Mubashir Wafai, besides teachers, students and parents, were present on the occasion.
