What has been palpable from the beginning is the trust deficit
Inspections at railway station parking lots flag safety concerns
Fire and Rescue Services inspections at parking facilities of Ernakulam Junction (South) and Ernakulam Town (North) stations flagged lapses such as lack of functional fire hydrants, outdated fire extinguishers and inadequate emergency preparedness
BJP leader Javadekar calls on Vellappally
While BJP described it as a friendly visit, it comes amid perceptions of Vellappally having recently moved closer to the CPI(M) and Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan
Plea ignored, hope rebuilt: CPI(M) delivers new house to Kochu Velayudhan in record time
After his plea turned away unopened by Union Minister Suresh Gopi, the CPI(M) steps in, raising funds and handing over a new house worth 11.5 lakh
Congress, CPI(M) cross swords over VACB recommendation against Satheesan
P. Rajeeve dismisses Congresss attempt to portray Satheesan as a victim of LDF's political witch-hunt. Congress leaders say no funds collected from abroad was credited to Satheesans accounts
North Paravur chairperson to seek public inputs on development priorities
India should oppose U.S. attacks on sovereign nations: Kanthapuram
Satheesan to present blueprint for Congress poll campaign at party camp on Monday
As per the plan, conceived with the help of poll strategist Sunil Kanagolu, candidates will be declared in two phases. K.C. Venugopal asks party leaders to refrain from declaring themselves as candidates
Fifteen years on, 36 accused in Paravur sexual exploitation case still at large
Trial of six accused in case is set to begin on Monday. The trial court has acquitted 13 accused as the survivor reportedly turned hostile or failed to identify them
Aluva municipalitys new waste management system gains traction
VACB recommends CBI investigation against Opposition Leader V.D. Satheesan for FCRA violation
Recommendations based on its findings that Satheesan may have violated the Foreign Currency Regulation Act, (FCRA) 2010, by marshalling foreign funds through U.K.-based charity foundations, ostensibly to rehabilitate 2018 flood victims in his constituency in Paravur, Ernakulam
Mattathur panchayat defection row ends in compromise
Vice-president Noorjahan Navas resigns, submits letter to KPCC; president will not resign
Jubilee Year celebrations conclude in Thiruvananthapuram Archdiocese
72 species identified in Cherumukku-Venjali waterbird survey
Last years survey recorded 69 species, compared with 80 species recorded in previous years
Rahul Mamkootathil rape case survivor submits fresh complaint against Rahul Easwar
Complaint alleges that he violated bail conditions and created circumstances for further cyber harassment
IUML deserves more seats in Assembly polls, says Thangal
As many as 497 IUML representatives elected from the district participated in the Vijayabheri meet
Minister inaugurates Heritage Congress
Registration department has set benchmark in transparency, says CM
Highlighting its role beyond revenue, the Chief Minister says the department safeguards citizens property rights and legal security, making it a key pillar in the states development
CPCRI to celebrate 110th foundation day on Jan. 5
Established in 1916, ICAR-CPCRI has played a key role in advancing plantation crop research in the country, particularly in coconut, arecanut, cocoa and palmyrah
KC protests against Congress plan to take over Idukki seat
Such plans are being promoted by certain Congress leaders with vested interests, says Kerala Congress district president M.J. Jacob
Welfare Party protestsagainstalleged discrimination in doctor appointments
IIT Gorakhpur wins ICPC contest at Amritapuri campus
Governor to present Gururatnam awards on January 6
INICIO 2026 to bring Irelands universities closer to Indian students
The online event is scheduled to be held on January 9 and 10 with the media partnership of The Hindu
Malayattoor Foundation award for Arundhati Roy
Devotee groups flag neglect of Thiruvabharanam route
Proper maintenance of the historic 83-km stretch from Pandalam to Sabarimala crucial for the safety of barefoot pilgrims
Kollam KSRTC budget tourism cell records 38 lakh revenue during holiday season
38 lakh collected in revenue during the Christmas-New Year period
Call for safety audit of stations under Southern Railway
The demand comes in the wake of a fire that destroyed around 500 motorcycles parked at Thrissur Railway Station on January 4 morning
Unnatural death of woman: police probe suspected drug racket involvement
It was on December 31, 2025, that the 34-year-old woman, identified as Husna, was found dead in her flat at Kaithappoyil in Kozhikode
Four from Kerala killed in road accident near Madinah
The accident occurred while the family from Malappuram was returning after visiting Madinah
Man held for rape attempt on elderly woman
KSRTC to deploy 900 buses for Pampa during Makaravilakku festival
Teacher held for abusing student in Palakkad
Kerala Budget to be presented on January 29
Escape of remand prisoner: Search extended to Karnataka, Tamil Nadu
This is the second time Vineesh Vinod, accused in the Drishya murder case, is escaping from custody
AICC general secretary K.C. Venugopal dismisses rumours about UDFs CM face in Kerala
Two-day camp for Congress top brass begins at Sulthan Bathery in Wayanad, Kerala
Kerala family of four dies in accident in Saudi Arabia after Umrah
Malappuram: Four members of a family from Manjeri in Keralas Malappuram district were killed in a tragic road accident in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, plunging their relatives and the local community into deep grief. The victims were identified as Abdul Jaleel (52), a native of Vellila in Manjeri; his mother Maimunath Kakkengal (73); his wife Thasna 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 .
Priyanka Gandhi Appointed Chairperson Of Assam Screening Committee Ahead Of Assembly Polls
Alongside Assam, the Congress has also constituted Screening Committees for Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and West Bengal.
Kerala Vigilance recommends CBI probe against LoP Satheesan over FCRA violation
The Kerala Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau is pushing for a CBI probe into V D Satheesan, sparked by claims of improper fundraising from international sources for a rehabilitation project. The findings indicate possible infringements of the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act, as Satheesan supposedly raised money while abroad on personal business, transferring the funds into local accounts upon his return.
VACB note on legality of foreign funding for Keralas Leader of Opposition, V.D. Satheesan
They said the preliminary probe report reviewed by the then-director, Yogesh Gupta, in early 2025, indicated possible offences under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA), 2010, and underscored the need for a CBI probe
Priyanka Gandhi to Head Congress Screening Committee for Assam Polls
The four-member committees were formed for Assam, West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry to finalise candidate lists to contest the forthcoming state elections
Massive fire ravages bike parking at Thrissur Railway Station
Around 500 motorcycles gutted as blaze erupts near second platform; thick smoke seen from kilometres away, fire force battles flames for hours
Four Kerela Tourists Injured in South Kashmir Road Mishap
SRINAGAR: Four tourists from Kerala were injured in a road accident at Barsoo area of Awantipora in south Kashmir on Sunday morning. Officials said that the injured persons were travelling in a passenger vehicle when it was allegedly hit by an unidentified truck at Barsoo, Awantipora, resulting in multiple injuries to the occupants. The injured []
Kerala Lottery Results Today Live: Samrudhi SM-36 Winning Numbers For January 4, 2026
Kerala Lottery Result Today Live Updates, 04-01-2026: Heres Guessing Numbers for Samrudhi SM-36 for Sunday, January 4. Check the full list of winning numbers from 3 pm.
Development a key focus, says Thrikkakara municipal chief
The idea is to focus on ten key goals and ensure they are met. These include improvements in waste management, ensuring a reliable and adequate water supply, stray dog control, and fostering sustainable urban development, among others, says Rashid Ullamppilly
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra to head panel for Assam assembly polls candidates
The Congress party has formed screening committees to select candidates for the upcoming Assembly elections. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra will chair the panel for Assam. Other committees will be led by Madhusudan Mistry for Kerala, TS Singh Deo for Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, and B K Hariprasad for West Bengal.
Demolition drive in Karnataka puts Congress govt in a fix
A demolition drive in Bengaluru has ignited a political storm for Karnataka's Congress government. Houses of over 200 Muslim families were razed, drawing sharp criticism from Kerala's Chief Minister and the Congress high command. The state government announced compensation and rebuilding efforts. The BJP accused the government of appeasement and making U-turns under pressure.
Three-year jail term for Kerala MLA Antony Raju in tampering with evidence case
Raju, a leader of the Janadhipathya Kerala Congress, an LDF ally, will be disqualified as an MLA on account of his conviction in the case; Although the court sentenced him to three years in jail, he was granted bail and one months time to appeal against the verdict
Vijay Hazare Trophy | Ton-upRohan, Samson help Kerala ease past Jharkhand
The openers knocks eclipse a well-paced century by Kushagra; and take their side to a comfortable eight-wicket victory; Ashok, Manav strike at regular intervals for Rajasthan as it sends TN packing; Padikkals ton helps Karnataka crush Tripura by 80 runs
Sabarimala gold theft case: Charges against Congress leaders will not stand, says Sunny Joseph
US agriculture team visits Kollengode
Green protocol to be strengthened for Attukal Pongala
Meeting held to review arrangements for the festival to be organised from February 23 to March 4
Satheesan slams CM for providing political cover to Antony Raju
The former Minister was accused of evidence-tampering and fabrication
Stray dog attack exposes safety lapses at Kochi taluk hospital
The hospital has been without a compound wall for years after the previous one was demolished for proposed renovation works funded by the Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board
Kerala SIR: EC yet to resolve Place of Birth issue in Form 6A, allege political parties
This field in the application is restricted to Indian States, making it impossible for Indian citizens born abroad to accurately complete the process, parties point out
Infam celebrates 25th anniversary with a slew of programmes
Inaugurated a public meeting, Leader of the Opposition V.D. Satheesan raises concerns of the farming community
Stalemate over demolition of Chander Kunj Army Towers continues to New Year
Of the 208 apartment owners, all except Ciby George, a retired Army Colonel and resident of apartment number 101 in Tower C, have vacated
Wadakkanchery vote bribery case: CPI(M) will sabotage Vigilance probe, alleges DCC president
The attempt is to create an impression that an inquiry has been conducted, without registering a case, only to ensure that the CPI(M)s role does not come to light, says Joseph Tajet
CPI(M) strongly condemns U.S. invasion of Venezuela
U.S. attack on Venezuela is a blatant imperialist invasion on a country that resisted the imperialistic designs and American domination over the years, says CPI(M) general secretary M.A. Baby
BJP to organise Sabarimala Samrakshana Deepam on Jan. 14
Amit Shah to visit Thiruvananthapuram on January 11 for BJP State leadership meeting
Fronts gear up for Assembly polls as EVM inspection begins in Kozhikode
Local self-governments must rise above party politics: Kerala Minister M.B. Rajesh
Second phase of extreme poverty eradication drive and Digi Kerala 2.0 to be launched in January
Congress asks Mattathur panchayat president to step down or face no-trust motion
Preparations begin in Kottayam for Assembly elections
Process began at APJ Abdul Kalam Auditorium in Thiruvathukkal, where the voting machines are stored, under the supervision of District Election Officer and Collector Chetan Kumar Meena
16th ITFoK to open in Thrissur on January 25
Festival to present 46 performances of 23 plays from eight countries and across India till February 1; online ticket booking opens on January 5
Hepatitis A cases rise in State
Kochi Mayor spreading falsehood regarding doorstep collection of biomedical waste, alleges LDF
The previous LDF council had never decided to charge 45 per kilogram for biomedical waste collection, says the LDF Parliamentary Party leader in the Corporation.
Seat-sharing talks in UDF to generate heat with Cong. eyeing to claim seats in Kottayam
Congress has already raised the demands to take over a few seats held by Kerala Congress citing better victory prospects. The Joseph group remains firm and is instead weighing a counter demand for more seats, pointing to its performance in the local body elections
Alongside SIR, preparations for 2026 Assembly polls kick off in Kerala
First-level checks on the electronic voting machines by Bharat Electronics Ltd. begin.
Kalpa kulfi, Kalpa wafer cones, Kalpa velvet (dark chocolate) and Kalpa Qbitz (nata de coco) will be released on January 5, 2026 in Kasaragod, Kerala
Congress weighs a comeback in Idukki Assembly seat
The party appears to be moving to reclaim the seat from the Kerala Congress led by P.J. Joseph
Nepal woman shows steady recovery after heart transplant at Ernakulam GH
Durga Kami is currently under close observation in the ICU, where a dedicated team of doctors is monitoring her condition
The Nedumangad Judicial First Class magistrate court found him guilty in the 1990 evidence tampering case.
Farmers dispute social media stunt over rejected milk
Video of young man pouring milk over his head in protest against the coop. society rejecting the milk supplied by him had gone viral. Society says the entire stock was curdled on several occasions once his supply was added to it and hence the produce was rejected
Fresh push for Sabarimala master plan as land identification begins
Authorities have kick-started formalities to identify forest land for acquisition, with an assurance that equivalent revenue land will be provided as compensation. Master plan provides for integrated development of the Sabarimala pilgrimage zone
Sargaalaya festivals international pavilion draws artisans from 15 countries
ADAK farms to get a tourism makeover
Antony Raju pleads innocent in evidence tampering case
Parties raise concerns that notices would be issued on a large scale to electors in no mapping list and in cases where logical discrepancies or inconsistencies have been detected in the entries
Following its historic achievement as the first Miscellaneous Non-Banking Company (MNBC) in India to cross the Rs. 1 Lakh Crore ($12 Billion+) business turnover mark, Kerala State Financial Enterprises (KSFE) has started 2026 on a high note by securing top honors at the 7th Business World Emerging Business Awards. KSFE Dividend Presentation: Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal receiving the Rs. 70 crore dividend for FY 2024-25 from KSFE Chairman K. Varadarajan and MD Dr. S.K. Sanil Recognized nationally for Excellence in MSME Financing and Leadership in Financial Inclusion, KSFE is now pivoting from a regional powerhouse to a national pillar of trusted finance. “ The achievement of KSFE is not just a success for Kerala, but a resilient model for the entire country. At a time when many financial institutions have faltered due to policy flaws, KSFE has proven that a public sector entity, rooted in transparency and public trust, can become a national leader in the financial sector ,” stated Kerala Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal. The "Mission One Crore" Surge Entering 2026, KSFE has officially activated "Mission One Crore." With a current base of 6 million customers, the institution is aggressively expanding its digital footprint and physical presence to reach 10 million customers across India. Why KSFE is Winning the Trust War: While the private NBFC sector faces volatility, KSFE’s "State-Backed" model has become a safe haven for Non Resident Keralalits Hyper-Growth: Business volume doubled from Rs. 50,000 Cr to Rs. 100,000 Cr in just 48 months. Fiscal Strength: A net profit of Rs. 512 Crore (FY24-25) with Rs. 8,925 Crore in fixed deposits safely held in the state treasury. Social Impact: Unlike private lenders, KSFE returned Rs. 504 Crore to the public through interest waivers and contributed Rs. 920 Crore to state development projects. Innovation for the New-Age Indian The 2026 strategy is anchored by two flagship initiatives: The Fraternity Fund: Rebranding the traditional "Chitty" for Gen Z and Millennials as a peer-to-peer savings-cum-credit tool for high-end education and home-building. Digital First: The KSFE Power App is now processing thousands of transactions daily from the Malayali diaspora and young professionals in metros like Bangalore, Mumbai, and Delhi. " KSFE is no longer a Kerala-only secret. We are India’s answer to sustainable, ethical finance. Our win at the BW Emerging Business Awards proves that our model of 'People over Profits' is what India wants in 2026 ," says Dr. S. K. Sanil, Managing Director, KSFE. About KSFE KSFE is a 100% Kerala Government-owned financial institution. Since 1969, it has provided a transparent and secure alternative to private money lenders, now operating 683 branches with a business volume exceeding Rs. 1 Trillion.
Proposal for preparing DPR for extension of Sabari line to Punalur and further up to Thiruvananthapuram was earlier taken up in board meeting of KRDCL in 2021
Kerala Govt freezes order on K-TET implementation
The Kerala government has frozen its order on K-TET implementation for appointments and promotions. This decision follows recent Supreme Court judgments. The government will file a review petition against the verdict. This move aims to protect teachers appointed before April 1, 2010. The K-TET examination will be conducted in February 2026 for new aspirants.
Rahul Mamkootathil rape case: Husband of accuser lodges complaint against Palakkad MLA
Complaint filed with Kerala CM and Director General of Police. Complainant says the MLA has not only tarnished the reputation of the formers family but also ruined his family life
Former Kerala transport minister Antony Raju found guilty of evidence tampering in 1990 drug case
A court has convicted former Kerala minister Antony Raju. He was found guilty of tampering with evidence in a drug seizure case from 1990. The case involved the seizure of hashish at Thiruvananthapuram airport. Raju, then a junior lawyer, appeared for the accused. A subsequent probe revealed a conspiracy to tamper with evidence.
Kerala temporarily suspends new K-TET guidelines amid teacher protests
General Education Minister says decision taken in the wake of opposition from teachers organisations, reiterates that State will file review petition against Supreme Court ruling on TET
Kerala MLA and former Minister Antony Raju found guilty in evidence tampering case
Verdict comes 19 years after chargesheet was filed against the Thiruvananthapuram MLA
Double-engine government needed for Keralas development, says Union Minister Suresh Gopi
Thrissur MP says for the development of Kerala, there should either be a BJP government or a situation where BJP can influence governance
'Double-engine government' needed for Kerala's development: Union Minister Suresh Gopi
Union Minister Suresh Gopi stressed the need for a BJP government in Kerala for development. He highlighted how a central forensic lab project was moved from Thrissur to Thiruvananthapuram. Gopi suggested learning from the BJP's Thiruvananthapuram Corporation win. He also plans to discuss preserving heritage buildings at Kollam railway station with the Union Railway Minister.
