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Identity isn't a spelling test: Brittas to Tharoor over 'Keralam' remarks
The Union Cabinet has approved changing the states official name from Kerala to Keralam. CPI(M) leader John Brittas emphasised that this is a formal, linguistic correction and will not alter how people from the state are identified. Malayalees, often informally called Mallus, will retain their existing demonyms.
Who was Jaleel Ramanthaly? UAE-based Indian writer laid to rest in Kerala after death
Pleas Against 'The Kerala Story 2' Premature, Misconceived: Producer to Kerala HC
On Wednesday, Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas said he will hear the petitions in detail at 3 pm.
Kerala Lottery Result Today Live: Dhanalekshmi DL-41 Winning Numbers (25/02/2026) Full List
Kerala Lottery Result Today Live Updates: Here's full list of winning numbers for Dhanalekshmi DL-41 lottery for Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
Pleas against The Kerala Story 2 premature, misconceived: producer tells Kerala HC
In affidavit, films producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah says the definite article 'The' in the sequels title is a reference to the first film in the franchise and does not restrict the movies subject matter to Kerala alone
Kerala tunnel road project: Union government grants final clearance
Clearance permits conversion of 17.26 hectares of forest land under Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 for execution of Anakkampoyil-Kalladi-Meppadi tunnel road project connecting Kozhikode and Wayanad districts. Union Ministry lays down 24 stringent conditions for the execution without harming nature and ecosystem
Netizens praised the KIIFB road's quality for its infrastructure after Bollywood actor Milind Soman went barefoot for a 22 km long run. The run was organised by the Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB) to promote tourism in the state. Netizens noticed that the road looked even and like a properly executed road project.
The Kerala Story Director Sudipto Sens CHARAK: Fair of Faith Trailer to Out Tomorrow
Sudipto Sen Steps into Production with Charak: Fair of Faith; Film to Release on March 6
CM Omar Abdullah Backs West Bengal Name Change Demand After Approval For Kerala
Srinagar, Feb 25: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said the Centre should accept the West Bengal governments demand to rename the state, following the Union Cabinets approval of a similar proposal for Kerala. The Union Cabinet on Tuesday approved the Kerala governments proposal to change the states name to Keralam. Following the approval, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed dissatisfaction that her states renaming proposal has remained pending with the Centre for a long time [] The post CM Omar Abdullah Backs West Bengal Name Change Demand After Approval For Kerala appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kerala Is Now Keralam: List Of States And Union Territories Renamed Since Independence
As Kerala has officially been renamed, heres a look at other states and UTs that have changed their names since Independence.
In a hard-hitting editorial in Sathyadeepam, the archdiocese calls Kerala government out on a range of issues, including launch of a new brand of liquor, alleged data breach and spending on publicity campaigns
Kerala-based horror 3D game, Thekku Island, to launch on February 27
The first-person person game has a run-time of three hours and is optimised for the PC
Ramesh Chennithala releases official letter on alleged SPARK data leak, questions Kerala CMs role
Senior Congress leader accuses Kerala Chief Ministers Office of orchestrating a massive collection of personal data from government employees, calling it a blatant case of data theft
The shift from Kerala to Keralam aligns the states official name with how it is spoken in Malayalam.
Kerala set to be officially renamed Keralam
The term Keralam reflects how the state is referred to in Malayalam. The post Kerala set to be officially renamed Keralam appeared first on Fusion - WeRIndia .
Kochi Metro services disrupted for an hour after train breaks down
Services disrupted after train developed technical issue in brake system at MG Road station around 8 a.m. Spare train arrived from metros coach-maintenance depot and towed stranded one for repair works
Kerala To Become Keralam: Know The Fascinating History Behind The Name
Delve into the ancient roots, colonial legacy, and the constitutional procedure shaping this landmark transformation.
The Kerala Story 2 makers grilled over absence of Malayali victim at press event
The Kerala Story 2 makers grilled over absence of Malayali victim at press event
JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Toppers List Released; 2 Students Score 100 Percentile
Two Kerala students topped JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 with perfect scores in BArch and BPlanning as NTA announced results for the January exam held across 426 centres nationwide.
'Iruvar' Teaser: Mohanlal Talks Cinema, Politics in Candid Interview With Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan
When Mohanlal asks if he has ever tried applying a movie scene to real life, the Chief Minister replies that he has not.
Kerala Lottery Result Today: Dhanalekshmi DL-41 lottery result will be declared today, on Wednesday, February 25. Check the live updates and full list of winning numbers from 3 pm.
CEC Gyanesh Kumar in Puducherry today to review election preparations
Chennai: With Assembly elections scheduled in April and May across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal, Assam and the Union Territory of Puducherry, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar is set to undertake a crucial two-day visit to Puducherry and Tamil Nadu to review poll preparedness. Gyanesh Kumar will arrive in Puducherry on Wednesday afternoon around 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 Kerala Story 2' Row: Makers Deny Rumours of Teaser Removal
Earlier on Tuesday, the Kerala High Court ordered the makers of The Kerala Story 2 to arrange a screening of the Hindi film for the court in Kochi before its release on Friday.
Have you heard? Neeraj Pandey to direct RD Burman`s biopic
A biopic on legendary composer RD Burman is reportedly in the works, with Neeraj Pandey set to direct. Casting talks are underway, but no name has been finalised yet. While, Sudipto Sen has explained why he is not helming The Kerala Story 2
'Nava Keralam' plan gets top court nod
The Supreme Court has permitted Kerala's 'Nava Keralam Citizen Response Programme' to proceed, overturning a High Court decision. The apex court acknowledged that determining the allocation of funds for welfare schemes falls outside judicial purview. The Kerala government must later provide an account of how the Rs 20 crore was utilized.
Keralam will manifest Keralas heritage with all its authenticity: Amit Shah
NEW DELHI, Feb 24 : Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said that renaming Kerala to Keralam will manifest the states heritage with all its authenticity and uphold its pride. Hailing the decision taken by the Union Cabinet under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, Shah, in a message posted on X, congratulated the people of Keralam. Heartiest congratulations to the people of Keralam. The Union Cabinets decision under the leadership of Modi Ji to rename Kerala as Keralam [] The post Keralam will manifest Keralas heritage with all its authenticity: Amit Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cabinet approval to rename Kerala reflects will of people of state: PM Modi
The Union Cabinet has approved renaming Kerala as Keralam, fulfilling a long-standing popular demand. This decision aligns with the state assembly's resolutions and reflects the will of the people. The process will involve the President referring the matter to the state assembly for its views before parliamentary action.
Centre never considered renaming West Bengal, says Mamata after Kerala name change
Emphasising the repeated requests by the State to change the name from West Bengal to Bangla, CM Mamata said that the proposal was passed in the Parliament on three occasions.
Murder suspect tracked down hours after woman was found dead
LDF suspects hidden agenda in Budget to hand over Corporations assets to private players
ED grills two in alleged investor fund fraud case
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
The budget envisages an independent housing scheme under which the local body will fully fund the construction of houses for eligible homeless beneficiaries
Kerala Govt Raises Upper Age Limit For PSC Jobs To 40
This decision to increase the PSC age limit was approved at a Cabinet meeting.
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.
Kochi Corporations 132-crore surplus Budget presented amid Opposition uproar
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
PSUs now competitive and profitable: Minister
Chembai Ekadasi Music Festival begins
The festival, which has celebrated the rich heritage of Indian classical music since 1914, features a diverse lineup of performances by Mathangi Satyamoorthy, Sukumari Narendra Menon,Vellinezhi Subramanian, Sukumari Narendra Menon, among others.
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
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.
Relief For LDF Government In Kerala
Supreme Court stays Kerala HC order halting state government's Nava Keralam survey : Reports
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.
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
Union Cabinet approves renaming of Kerala as Keralam
New Delhi: The Union Cabinet on Tuesday, February 24, approved a proposal of the Kerala government to change the name of the state to Keralam, Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said. The decision, which comes ahead of the assembly elections in the state, was taken at a meeting of the Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra 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 .
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
'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.
AI cameras, safety poles to power Kerala Polices Nirbhaya Nisha night safety initiative for women
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
Kiss and rape scenes trimmed: CBFC passes The Kerala Story 2 with 16 cuts
The Kerala Story 2 received a U/A certificate after the CBFC mandated 16 major cuts, including trimming intimate and violent scenes and adding extended disclaimers. The Kerala High Court will review the film amid petitions alleging it could incite communal tensions
Wayanad Community Seed Fest from February 28
