Their hopes of getting relief from the Supreme Court on their plea challenging the Kerala High Court Division Bench order barring them from writing the semester examinations suffered a setback on the day, with the apex court declining to interfere with the directive
The move comes after Kochi MLA Mohammed Shiyas met Minister for Local Self-Government K.M. Shaji along with P&T Apartment Protest Committee president Abhilash P. Parameswaran in Thiruvananthapuram on Wednesday
Keralam Higher Education dept seeks explanation from Calicut University over pro-V-Cs appointment
Department has sought to know how P. Rasheed Ahammed, the PVC, was relieved of duties from his parent institution and permitted to assume charge on deputation without obtaining prior sanction from government
A Liver Doctor Called Deepinder Goyal
A 17-slide thread by Kerala hepatologist Dr Cyriac Abby Philips is doing the rounds on X. Its target is Temple, the brain-monitoring wearable from Zomato founder Deepinder Goyal. Philips, who posts as The Liver Doc, calls the Rs 85,000 device Desi
Maniyoor Residents Celebrate Arrest In POCSO Case
An expatriate businessman, Abdul Rafeeq, has been arrested in a controversial POCSO case in Kerala after the High Court upheld the cancellation of his bail. His arrest led to jubilant celebrations and demands for justice from local residents in Maniyoor, who had previously protested alleged police inaction and Rafeeq's initial bail.
Probe intensifies against Kerala PSC chairman; BJP to meet Prez Murmu seeking board's dismissal
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Nov 5 (IANS) The heat is mounting on Kerala PSC Chairman M.R. Baiju as the Special Investigation Team (SIT) steps up its probe into the examination scam, and the BJP moves to seek the dismissal of the entire commission board. The SIT wants to question Baiju again, this time alongside the arrested Additional Secretary R. Hari, to confront the two over the alleged manipulation of the State Planning Board examination. However, the Chairman has been giving reasons to avoid the questioning, according to sources. The Crime Branch suspects that Baiju's unilateral decisions paved the way for the irregularities. Hari, who was taken into custody for questioning, has denied any role in skipping the evaluation of 10 questions. He told investigators that the responsibility rested with the now-retired Deputy Secretary Satheesh (already arrested) and that he was unaware that the questions had been left unchecked. The SIT has not accepted his explanation. The examination was held for the post of Chief in the State Planning Board. A total of 228 candidates appeared for the first paper. However, questions numbered 10 to 18, carrying 58 marks, were not evaluated for any candidate. In the case of 51 candidates, only questions 1 to 9 and 18 to 28 were checked. For the remaining 177 candidates, only questions 1 to 8 and 18 to 28 were evaluated. The investigation has found that the evaluation was allegedly terminated midway through a fake software login. PSC members have told investigators that Baiju alone decided the panel that prepared the questions and the officials who evaluated the answer scripts. The PSC Secretary, Saju George, has also reportedly told the Crime Branch that Baiju made decisions without consulting others and blamed officials whenever controversies arose. He said Baiju and Hari jointly took decisions, but the Chairman often acted unilaterally. Meanwhile, a three-member BJP delegation is scheduled to meet President Droupadi Murmu to seek action against the PSC board. The delegation comprises the BJP state president and MLA, Rajeev Chandrasekhar and nominated Rajya Sabha members C. Sadanandan and P.T. Usha. The move follows a letter written by outgoing Governor Rajendra Arlekar to the President, seeking steps to dismiss the present PSC board over the serious allegations surrounding the commission. The latest developments have put the spotlight on the future of the commission, whose credibility has been severely dented by the examination scandal. And on the flip side, the pro-CPI(M) PSC Employees Union is staging a protest demanding that the PSC be left alone and its credibility not be affected through any vindictive action.
In a Facebook post, Rajeev Chandrasekhar says Rahul Gandhi can take along Jamaat-e-Islami, which supports him, and pursue politics there
Bengaluru man catches employee at home with daughter, beats him to death
In a tragic incident in Bengaluru, a 22-year-old man named Kiran was violently killed after being discovered by his girlfriend's father, Anand, while together at his residence. Overcome with rage, Anand attacked Kiran, inflicting critical injuries that led to his demise. The police have arrested Anand and are conducting further investigations. Kiran hailed from Thiruvegappura, Kerala, and was an employee of Anand.
From sea to market: How mussels sustain livelihoods along Thiruvananthapurams shore
In Thiruvananthapurams rocky coastal belt, mussel harvesting peaks between September and February, pushing the shellfish from rocky shores into bustling city markets and restaurants. The mussels, harvested from Vizhinjam, Kovalam, Azhimala, Poonthura and Muthalappozhi, among other nearshore hamlets in the Keralam capital, fetch up to 15,000 in auctions, sustaining a community of divers whose livelihood depend on the sea and its seasonal bounty.
Delhi Police extradite rape accused from UAE
Delhi Police's Central District Unit has successfully brought back a rape accused from Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE) following his extradition through international cooperation with the International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL), the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), officials said. The accused, identified as Sajeer Palli Mooppan alias Sajeer PM (38), a native of Kannur in Keralam and a senior manager at Joyalukkas, was extradited from Abu Dhabi and brought back to India on November 4, 2026, to face trial in a sexual assault case involving a 20-year-old woman. According to Delhi Police, the accused allegedly sexually assaulted the woman after making her consume alcohol and intoxicating substances during a birthday gathering of company employees organised on the night of October 1, 2025, at a lounge in Punjabi Bagh, Delhi. As per the complaint, the accused, who was working as a manager...
Western disturbance may change weather across India; pollution remains severe
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) Weather conditions in Delhi-NCR could witness another change next week as a fresh western disturbance has become active over northern India, including Delhi, Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The weather system is expected to influence conditions across several northern states, although its impact on the plains is likely to remain limited. The western disturbance may bring scattered light rainfall and snowfall to the hilly regions of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. However, the plains are unlikely to receive any rainfall until November 8, with predominantly dry weather conditions expected to prevail across the region. Meanwhile, air pollution continues to remain a major concern across Delhi-NCR, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching alarming levels in several cities. Delhi recorded an AQI of 463, while Noida registered 456 and Greater Noida reported 426. The pollution situation in Gurugram and other major cities across the National Capital Region has also remained severe, with AQI levels crossing the 400 mark. In another weather development, Cyclone Murasu, which originated over the Bay of Bengal, has weakened after crossing the Andhra Pradesh coast. Despite the weakening of the system, rainfall activity is expected to continue in parts of southern India, particularly Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala, until November 8. The IMD has indicated that the weather over Delhi-NCR will remain largely clear over the coming days, accompanied by windy conditions. Temperatures are expected to remain relatively moderate, with the maximum temperature in Delhi likely to range between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature may settle between 14 and 18 degrees Celsius. As temperatures begin to decline further next week, cold conditions are expected to intensify, accompanied by a possible increase in fog during the morning hours. Meanwhile, rainfall activity is likely to continue over parts of southern India due to the cyclonic system over Lakshadweep, coastal Karnataka and southern Tamil Nadu. Light to moderate rainfall is expected across Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala, Mahe and Karaikal until November 8. While southern states are likely to witness continued wet weather, northern plains, including Delhi-NCR, are expected to remain largely dry until November 8.
The AERB chairpersons remarks gain significance in the context of SHANTI Act and the Union governments policy decision to welcome private players
After New York, Will Los Angeles Get Indian-Origin Mayor? Kerala-Born Leads The Race
As the numbers stand right now, Raman, 45, has taken a narrow lead. With over four lakh votes in her favour, Raman is leading with 51.67 per cent votes.
Bengaluru man beats employee to death after finding him with his daughter; arrested
A 22-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death by his employer after being found with the employer's daughter in Karnataka's Bengaluru, police said on Wednesday. The police have arrested the accused and registered the case. The deceased has been identified as Kiran, a native of Thiruvegapura in the Palakkad district of Kerala.
Questioning Democratic Institutions
The Congress party's relentless campaign against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls exposes a familiar pattern in its political conduct: questioning democratic institutions whenever their functioning does not suit its political narrative. A party that has spent years questioning electoral transparency and accusing others of undermining democracy now finds itself uncomfortable with an exercise designed to strengthen the very foundation of free and fair elections. For Congress, electoral reforms appear welcome only when they serve its political interests. When duplicate entries, deceased voters and questionable registrations are discussed by opposition leaders, they become legitimate concerns. But when the Election Commission undertakes a nationwide exercise to identify and correct such discrepancies, the same party raises the alarm and turns an administrative process into a political controversy. The Special Intensive Revision is not an exercise designed to benefit the BJP or any other political formation. Its fundamental objective is to ensure that electoral rolls reflect genuine voters, remove erroneous entries and protect the integrity of the democratic process. A clean electoral roll is the starting point of a credible election, and no responsible political party should oppose that objective. SIR is about cleaning electoral rolls, not deleting democracy The figures emerging from the exercise underline its scale and administrative effort. Across the states where SIR was undertaken, voters were provided between 100 and 158 days, or approximately four to five months, to complete the enumeration process. Of the country's approximately 95 crore voters, nearly 82 crore, accounting for around 88 per cent, submitted their Enumeration Forms. Approximately 13 crore entries were placed under the ASDD classification Absent, Shifted, Dead and Duplicate during the preparation of revised electoral rolls. The reported figures included approximately 2.89 crore deceased voters and 1.01 crore duplicate entries. The remaining cases involved voters who were absent, had shifted or could not be traced during the verification exercise. These numbers demand serious attention. Electoral rolls cannot remain static documents carrying the names of people who have died, permanently shifted or registered at multiple locations. Such discrepancies undermine the credibility of elections and create avoidable complications in the voting process. The exercise involved extensive field-level verification. Booth Level Officers (BLOs), along with political party functionaries, reportedly made three visits to voters' residences to collect enumeration forms and verify entries. This was not simply an administrative exercise conducted behind closed doors; it involved extensive ground-level participation. Importantly, exclusion from a draft roll does not mean that a genuine voter has permanently lost the right to vote. Eligible individuals can seek inclusion through Form 6, subject to the prescribed verification process. The Election Commission has also provided opportunities for claims and objections to ensure that eligible citizens are not unfairly excluded. Congress has particularly questioned Form 7, the statutory mechanism for seeking deletion of names from electoral rolls. However, the figures cited in the BJP's compilation indicate that approximately 29 lakh names were deleted through Form 7 across a voter population of 95 crore. These applications included submissions by political parties such as the BJP, Congress, Trinamool Congress, RJD and BSP, besides individual voters. If Form 7 is a statutory procedure, its use cannot automatically be portrayed as electoral manipulation. Political parties across the spectrum have the right to flag duplicate, deceased or otherwise ineligible entries. What matters is whether every application is examined according to law and whether affected voters receive an opportunity to respond. At the same time, more than two crore voters reportedly registered their names through Form 6, demonstrating that the exercise also facilitated the inclusion of eligible citizens. The scale of participation is equally significant. More than nine lakh polling booths were covered, with over 11 lakh government officials, including IAS and PCS officers and teachers, involved in supervising and conducting the exercise. More than 35 lakh authorised political party representatives participated, including over nine lakh BJP Booth Level Agents (BLA-2s). The total number of people involved was approximately 46 lakh. This raises an important question for Congress: when representatives of different political parties, including Congress itself, participated in the exercise, is the party indirectly questioning the integrity of millions of its own functionaries by suggesting that the entire process facilitated vote theft? If Congress has specific evidence of wrongdoing, it should place it before the Election Commission and pursue the remedies available under electoral law. Political allegations cannot substitute for evidence. Congress's double standards exposed by its own leaders The contradiction in Congress's position becomes even more apparent when one examines the statements made by its own leaders on electoral revision. Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala had described SIR as useful in Kerala, referring to concerns about fake voting allegedly facilitated by the CPI(M). Congress MLA Matthew Kuzhalnadan also spoke about the removal of allegedly fake entries associated with the CPI(M), suggesting that the exercise could benefit electoral integrity. Congress MP Shashi Tharoor acknowledged the problems of duplicate registrations, deceased voters and multiple entries. He supported SIR provided it was conducted transparently and with the use of digital technology to improve electoral rolls. Similarly, Congress General Secretary Sachin Pilot has maintained that people residing illegally in the country should be removed in accordance with the law. Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal, who has repeatedly questioned electoral rolls, had himself claimed in 2015 that Delhi had approximately 11 lakh duplicate voters. These statements establish an important point: the need to identify duplicate and ineligible entries is not a BJP-created argument. It has been acknowledged by leaders across the political spectrum. In Tamil Nadu and Kerala, leaders associated with Congress-allied political formations have also described electoral revision as important for strengthening the democratic process. Why, then, does Congress change its position when the exercise is conducted on a larger scale? The party cannot demand clean electoral rolls in states where it sees political advantage and oppose the same principle elsewhere. Electoral transparency cannot be selective. A duplicate entry does not become legitimate because it benefits a particular political party, and a deceased voter's name cannot be retained merely to avoid political controversy. This selective outrage reflects a deeper political problem within Congress: its inability to distinguish between institutional reform and political competition. From the Emergency to Kashmir's 1987 elections, Congress's democratic credentials remain under scrutiny Congress's repeated attacks on the Election Commission must also be viewed against the party's own historical record. Its leadership frequently lectures the country on democratic values, but history contains several episodes that continue to raise uncomfortable questions about its commitment to democratic institutions. The 1975 Allahabad High Court judgment against then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi remains a defining moment in India's electoral history. The court invalidated her election over electoral malpractices. Instead of accepting the political consequences, the country witnessed the imposition of Emergency on June 25, 1975. During the Emergency, democratic freedoms were curtailed, opposition leaders were jailed, press freedom was restricted and constitutional institutions came under extraordinary pressure. The episode remains one of the darkest chapters in independent India's democratic journey. Congress cannot selectively invoke democratic principles while ignoring this legacy. Jammu and Kashmir has its own painful chapter. The 1987 Assembly election, conducted under the Congress-National Conference alliance, remains associated with serious allegations of electoral malpractice and large-scale rigging. The controversy damaged public confidence in democratic institutions and left a lasting impression on generations of Kashmiris. For a region that has experienced prolonged political uncertainty and conflict, electoral credibility is not an abstract issue. People must have faith that their votes matter and that political participation can bring genuine change. The 1987 controversy remains a reminder of what happens when electoral institutions lose public trust. Congress should therefore exercise caution before assuming the role of an unquestionable guardian of democratic values. The party's history also includes confrontations over electoral institutions. In 1993, Chief Election Commissioner T N Seshan challenged the appointment of two additional Election Commissioners and the provision for majority-based decisions. The Supreme Court upheld the three-member structure in 1995. In 2009, Chief Election Commissioner N Gopalaswami recommended the removal of Election Commissioner Navin Chawla, alleging bias. The recommendation was not accepted by the then government, and Chawla subsequently became Chief Election Commissioner. These episodes demonstrate that institutional disagreements and questions of independence are not new to India's electoral history. However, they must be resolved through constitutional and legal processes, not through political campaigns designed to discredit institutions. A declining Congress cannot blame institutions for its political failures Congress's national electoral decline deserves serious introspection. Its vote share, which stood at approximately 45 per cent in the 1952 general election, fell to 21.4 per cent in 2024. This decline reflects changing voter preferences, organisational weaknesses, leadership challenges and the emergence of strong regional and national political alternatives. Instead of addressing these shortcomings, Congress appears increasingly dependent on allegations against institutions and political opponents. Since the BJP-led NDA government came to power in 2014, opposition parties have repeatedly questioned major policy decisions and institutional processes. Rafale, EVMs and now 'vote theft' have become recurring political themes. The opposition has every right to question the government and seek accountability. That is the essence of democracy. But there is a difference between constructive criticism and repeatedly creating suspicion around institutions without establishing wrongdoing. The Election Commission of India has, over the decades, overseen hundreds of Assembly elections and more than 20 general elections. It has evolved through successive reforms, from indelible ink and election observers to electronic voting machines and more comprehensive electoral-roll management. No institution should be above scrutiny, including the Election Commission. Transparency, accountability and institutional independence must remain non-negotiable. But criticism must be evidence-based, and genuine concerns must be addressed through established procedures. Strengthening electoral democracy must rise above party politics The BJP believes that electoral reforms must be continuous, transparent and free from political interference. A voter list containing the names of deceased persons, duplicate registrations and people who have permanently shifted cannot be considered a perfect electoral roll. At the same time, no eligible citizen should be deprived of voting rights because of administrative errors, migration, documentation difficulties or procedural shortcomings. Both objectives must go hand in hand. The Election Commission must ensure that every genuine voter gets an opportunity to establish eligibility, seek inclusion and challenge an incorrect deletion. Political parties must also participate constructively instead of turning every administrative exercise into a confrontation. The real measure of SIR will be the accuracy and inclusiveness of the final electoral rolls. The process must eliminate ineligible entries while protecting every eligible citizen's constitutional right to vote. Congress should stop treating every institutional reform as a political conspiracy. If it has evidence of wrongdoing, it must present it through appropriate legal and constitutional channels. Democracy is strengthened by accountability, not by manufactured suspicion. India's democracy belongs to its people, not to Congress, the BJP or any other political formation. Every genuine voter must have a place in the electoral roll, and every vote must carry equal value. The question Congress must answer is simple: if it believes in clean elections, why does it oppose a process whose stated objective is to make electoral rolls cleaner and more credible? Democracy cannot be held hostage to the political convenience of one party. Electoral reforms must serve the voter, not the vested interests of political organisations. Altaf Thakur, BJP J&K Spokesman
All revenue courts in J&K now computerised
Srinagar, Nov 04: Making a significant stride under the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP), Jammu and Kashmir has achieved 100 per cent completion with 882 Computerised/Online Revenue Courts, while the computerisation of Records of Rights (RoR) has reached 99.93 per cent. According to the DILRMP MIS 4.0 dashboard, the Physical Components Progress Report for Jammu and Kashmir revealed that digitisation of Mapsheets/FMBs/Tippans has reached 94.74 per cent, indicating substantial progress in the modernisation and digitisation of land records across the Union Territory. However, the report reveals that three important components MRR Completed (Out of Sanctioned), Survey/Resurvey Completed and Aadhaar Linked With RoR have recorded zero progress. The national comparison chart on Computerisation of Land Records (CLR) shows that several states and Union Territories have achieved 100 per cent completion of villages, while Jammu and Kashmir is placed at 70.54 per cent. The chart also shows Mizoram at 71.27 per cent, Nagaland at 62.54 per cent, Ladakh at 52.21 per cent and Delhi at 27.31 per cent. Arunachal Pradesh and Meghalaya have recorded zero percent completion. Among the states and Union Territories, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Bihar, Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Kerala, Lakshadweep, Maharashtra, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal have achieved 100 per cent completion. Odisha has recorded 99.91 per cent, Karnataka 99.74 per cent, Chhattisgarh 99.36 per cent, Punjab 99.36 per cent, Jharkhand 96.36 per cent, Rajasthan 92.40 per cent, Telangana 83.25 per cent and Uttarakhand 71.27 per cent. The component-wise figures for Jammu and Kashmir indicate that while computerisation of revenue courts and digitisation of existing land records have reached advanced stages, survey and resurvey, completion of MRR and Aadhaar linking with Records of Rights remain pending. The Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP), a Central Sector Scheme funded 100 per cent by the central government, aims to modernise the country's land records system through computerisation of land records, digitisation of maps, survey and resurvey activities and integration of land-related information.
Kerala grandmother, 85, teaches children with sand and stick for a decade
Meet Indira Amma, a remarkable 85-year-old teacher hailing from Kerala, who creatively employs sand and a stick to engage her young students. She introduces them to the fundamentals of Malayalam, Hindi, English, and mathematics using this unique approach. Children delight in tracing letters in the sand after watching her demonstrations, promoting a fun and waste-free learning environment.
Andhra, Kerala top ease of vehicle ownership index; UP, Bihar at bottom: Report
Resume DPR preparation for elevated highway on EdappallyAroor NH bypass: Hibi Eden tells NHAI
Case registered over bomb hoax at Kochi airport
Kochi police yet to complete verification of private bus employees
The police launched the background verification drive following a series of incidents of criminal behaviour involving private bus crew
CPI(M) and Congress skirmish over 'hasty issuance' of liquor licencesin Keralam
Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan and Excise Minister M. Liju blame the LDF government for the 'liberal granting' of bar licences by ceding the authority to lower-level excise officials, possibly to evade political responsibility;CPI(M) State Secretariat member and former Excise Minister M.B. Rajesh accuses Satheesan and Liju of 'lying' to save face, and the LDF had granted liquor licences only with the Ministers sanction
Arabi-Malayalam: Preserving the Prophet
How Keralas Mappila Muslims preserved Islamic traditions through manuscripts, poetry, recitation and communal remembrance. The rich Islamic literary heritage of Keralas Malabar Coast reveals how the memory and teachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) have been preserved across generations through language, manuscripts, devotional poetry and oral traditions. In a research paper titled The Prophet in the [] The post Arabi-Malayalam: Preserving the Prophets Legacy Through Language, Literature and Memory first appeared on .
Political activities have no place in educational institutions: Keralam HC
A Division Bench quashed a Single Bench order that had allowed 16 SFI activists to appear for semester examinations at Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady
PAC pulls up NHAI over slow pace of NH works in Keralam
LDF alleges leakage of personal information of applicants at Thiruvananthapuram Corporation
LDF leader says personal details such as the addresses of individuals who submit applications to the Corporation for various purposes are being misappropriated to file fraudulent complaints or for other unauthorised uses
Mammootty, Kunchacko, Prithviraj become Kerala's public campaign faces
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Nov 4 (IANS) Kerala seems to have found a new way to get its message across. When it comes to public awareness, the state is increasingly turning to its film stars. The latest additions to this growing star cast are actors Kunchacko Boban and Prithviraj, who have been named brand ambassadors of the Forest Department. Forest Minister Shibu Baby John announced their selection. They join an impressive list that includes superstar Mammootty, who is being roped in as the brand ambassador of the Kerala Road Safety Authority. Mammootty has already taken on another public role. Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala recently named him Kerala Police's Cyber Security Captain under the CLICK initiative. So, while Mammootty is expected to spread the message of road safety and cyber awareness, Kunchacko Boban and Prithviraj will carry the message of forest and wildlife protection. It is an interesting mix of cinema and public service, with the state government banking on the popularity of film stars to reach people beyond the usual government advertisements and awareness programmes. The choice is not difficult to understand. Film stars enjoy a reach that government campaigns often struggle to achieve. Their messages can travel quickly through television, social media and fan networks. A familiar face asking people to wear helmets, drive safely, stay alert online or protect forests could have a better chance of catching public attention. The latest appointments also give Kerala an unusual combination of star power across different departments. One actor is being associated with road safety and cyber security, while two others are being roped in to promote conservation. Whether the star appeal will translate into safer roads, more responsible internet use and greater concern for forests remains to be seen. For now, Kerala's government departments appear to have discovered that when public messages need to reach the masses, a little stardom may help.
Train fatally knocks down tiger on Kollam-Senkottai route
Power to revoke licences used sparingly, Kerala HC expresses dissatisfaction at MVD inaction
Operation Toofan: 15,515 arrested, 14,369 cases registered in 5 months
Kunchacko Boban, Prithviraj named Keralam Forest dept.brand ambassadors
As brand ambassadors, the actors will promote awareness of forests, wildlife, biodiversity, habitat protection and ecological balance
Susan Uthup takes charge as Superintendent of SAT Hospital
Pinarayi says robust initiatives were implemented to curb road accidents and instil systematic traffic discipline during the tenure of the previous LDF govt., which the UDF had then mocked and opposed
They ask Satheesan to public the files related to the power purchase deal with GNA Energy OTC. The CM had earlier said that the government had opted for the procurement to avert an additional financial liability of 2,200 crore
Mannarkkad maintains commanding lead in Palakkad district science fair
Devaswoms must embrace change to ensure safe fireworks displays: former PESO expert
Dr. R. Venugopal calls for technology-driven displays and scientific fireworks manufacturing hubs to prevent accidents
Commission four BESS projects by Jan. 2027, Keralam regulatory panel tells KSEB
Kerala HC directs TDB to address deficiencies in fire safety systems at Sabarimala
It directed the authorities concerned to install safety systems compliant with the National Building Code at the Sannidhanam, including a fully functional hydrant network with adequate water pressure, automatic sprinkler systems, fire detection and alarm systems, in all critical buildings and locations.
ED raids Ragam Theatre in Thrissur in connection with BLM financial fraud case
Ranji Trophy: Speedsters Nagwaswalla, Gaja put Gujarat firmly in command against Kerala
Their lethal spell triggers a lower order batting collapse forcing Kerala to follow-on; after losing Kunnummal cheaply in the visitors second essay Abhishek and Baby steady the ship with smart batting
Keralam forms road safety mission to check road fatalities; Mammootty to be brand ambassador
Vehicle seized for dumping septic waste in Kollam
Arsenal are favourites, but I am backing Manchester City to win Premier League title: David James
Former Premier League and Kerala Blasters goalkeeper David James expects Manchester City to go on and lift the title again. He highlighted that defending champions Arsenal are the favourites to do it again, but City under new manager Enzo Maresca has impressed him heavily. The club is currently second on the top of the points table , having amassed 21 points in nine games, while Arsenal are top with 24 points in same number of matches.
Old Marthanda Varma Bridge at Aluva to reopen on Thursday, two days ahead of schedule
Climate risks pose mounting threats to marine ecosystems, say experts
Warming seas, marine heatwaves and coral bleaching pose mounting challenges to fisheries and coastal livelihoods; around 300 participants from 30 countries attend the CMFRI-hosted symposium; experts call for integrating satellite data, climate models and AI to improve ocean monitoring and early warnings
Alleged attack on lifeguards at Kozhikode beach: Two from Karnataka arrested
The incident took place at Kozhikode beach on June 3, when a group of visitors allegedly assaulted lifeguards who had warned them against entering the sea beyond the designated safety limits
No end in sight to plight of thalassemia patients in Kozhikode
Patients are forced to buy leukocyte filter sets paying around 1,200 per piece from a private company in Ernakulam, say public health activists
Meghalaya PAC joins national meet on audit accountability
Shillong, Nov 4: The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly participated in the two-day national conference of chairpersons of PAcs held on November 3 and 4 at the Kerala Legislative Assembly in Thiruvananthapuram. The Meghalaya PAC was represented by Chairperson Miani D. Shira and members Dr Celestine Lyngdoh and Rupa M. Marak. [] The post Meghalaya PAC joins national meet on audit accountability first appeared on Highland Post .
Irregularities found in loan disbursal by Irinjalakuda Urban Co-operative Bank
Former administrative committee members and officials served show-cause notices; 21 days given to respond to findings of serious lapses
Irregularities found in loan disbursal by Irinjalakuda Urban Co-operative Bank
Former administrative committee members and officials served show-cause notices; 21 days given to respond to findings of serious lapses
Man arrested for attempting to break into ATM in Pudukad
Mammootty to Lead Keralams Road Safety Campaign
The Keralam Road Safety Mission, aimed at reducing road accident fatalities, will be launched on November 15 at 11 am at the Town Hall, state Transport Minister C P John announced on Wednesday
Abhimanyu Cricket Academy Ground: Karnataka, Vidarbha and Goa registered commanding victories by an innings, while Uttarakhand opened their account with a comprehensive 10-wicket win as the third day of the ongoing third round of the Ranji Trophy 2026 concluded on Wednesday. Karnataka produced a clinical all-round performance to defeat Assam by an innings and 314 runs in their Elite Group B encounter in Guwahati, wrapping up the contest with more than a day to spare. The eight-time champions collected seven points, including a bonus point, to move to the top of the group standings with 16 points. Resuming their first innings at 496/5, Karnataka continued their dominance as they declared at 577/6, establishing a massive lead of 442 runs. Assams batting lineup had little answer to Karnatakas spin attack, with Shreyas Gopal claiming four wickets for 39 runs and Shikhar Shetty returning figures of 3/28 to bowl the hosts out for 128 in 40.2 overs. Earlier, Manvanth Kumars unbeaten century had provided the foundation for Karnatakas imposing first-innings total. Uttarakhand also registered their first victory of the season, defeating Haryana by 10 wickets in their Elite Group D clash at the Abhimanyu Cricket Academy Ground in Dehradun. After posting 305 in their first innings, Uttarakhand bowled Haryana out for 153, with Mayank Mishra picking up six wickets for 57 runs. Haryanas Nishant Sindhu had earlier claimed 5/89 for the visitors. Forced to follow on, Haryana managed 159 in their second innings, with Jagadeesha Suchith taking four wickets for 50 runs. The hosts were left with a target of just nine runs, which they chased down in 1.2 overs without losing a wicket. Dega Nischals 153 off 387 deliveries was the standout contribution in Uttarakhands first innings. Vidarbha completed an innings-and-20-run victory over Madhya Pradesh after producing a dominant bowling performance across both innings. Having dismissed Madhya Pradesh for 209 in their first innings, Vidarbha posted 334/9 before declaring their innings. The visitors struggled once again in their second innings and were dismissed for just 105. Harsh Dubey was the standout performer, taking nine wickets in the first innings, while Dubey and Parth Rekhade claimed five wickets apiece in the second to seal the victory. Goa joined the list of teams registering innings victories after defeating Bihar by an innings and 177 runs. Goa built their commanding position with a first-innings total of 397 before bowling Bihar out for 107. Following on, Bihar failed to put up a stronger fight and were dismissed for 113 in their second innings, handing Goa a comprehensive victory. Meanwhile, Mumbai strengthened their position against Railways, with a 141-run opening partnership between Angkrish Raghuvanshi and Divyaansh Saxena taking their second-innings lead beyond 300 runs. Raghuvanshi scored 79 before falling, while Tushar Deshpande, Suryansh Shedge and Musheer Khan also departed cheaply as Mumbai lost a cluster of wickets during the final half-hour of play. Off-spinner Tanush Kotian had earlier delivered an impressive performance with figures of 7/45 for Mumbai, leaving Railways with a difficult task on the final day. In the encounter between Delhi and Services, the latter held a 202-run lead at the close of play on Day 3. Delhi made an encouraging start with the ball, picking up two wickets in the first five overs, but Mohit Ahlawats impressive 142-run knock helped Services recover and strengthen their position. With only one day remaining, the contest appears to be heading towards a draw, with Delhi facing an uphill task to force a result. Bengal and Maharashtra also witnessed an eventful day, with Mohammed Shamis four-wicket haul helping Bengal dismiss Maharashtra for 218. Bengal, however, lost four wickets in their second innings and reached 76/4 at stumps, holding a slender one-run lead. Play was curtailed due to bad light. In the Gujarat-Kerala fixture, Gujarat enforced the follow-on after dismissing Kerala for 279 in their first innings. Kerala ended the day at 31/1 in their second innings, still facing a considerable deficit. Odisha remained in a difficult position against Jharkhand after the latter declared their first innings at 433/8. Having recovered from an early collapse, Jharkhand built a substantial total and left Odisha with a deficit of 410 runs. Odisha reached 23/0 at stumps and will need a significant effort on the final day to avoid defeat. Hyderabad also face a challenging task against Chhattisgarh, needing another 246 runs to win after being set a target of 259. Hyderabad were 13/2 at stumps, having lost both their opening batters for ducks in the first over. Punjab continued to hold the upper hand against Andhra, who reached 240/2 at the end of the day while chasing Punjabs first-innings total of 529/9 declared. Andhra still trail by 352 runs, with Shaik Rasheed and Karan Shinde leading their efforts to reduce the deficit. Hyderabad also face a challenging task against Chhattisgarh, needing another 246 runs to win after being set a target of 259. Hyderabad were 13/2 at stumps, having lost both their opening batters for ducks in the first over. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
In Recruitment Body Row, Kerala Chief Minister Questions Opposition, Ex Governor
VD Satheesan said former governor RV Arlekar recommended the removal of Kerala Public Service Commission Chairman MR Baiju to the President without consulting the state government.
Islamic preacher sexually abused minor for months, held under POCSO
Keralam: A 34-year-old Islamic preacher and a prominent social media influencer from Keralam has been arrested for allegedly sexually abusing a minor girl repeatedly over a period of several months last year. Muhammed Niyas Jouhari from Kollam has a significant social media following, with over 2.25 lakh YouTube subscribers. The girls family had been following 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 .
VKIDFT Teaching Assistant Recruitment 2026
Verghese Kurien Institute of Dairy and Food Technology, Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (VKIDFT) has released the official notification for the post of Teaching Assistant. Selection will be carried out through a Walk-in Interview scheduled on 20 November 2026 at Dean's Chamber, Verghese Kurien Institute of Dairy and Food Technology (VKIDFT), Mannuthy, Thrissur. Candidates should report at 10:00 AM. For complete details, candidates can visit kvasu.ac.in.
Five Indian-American Democrats secure seats in US House of Representatives
Digital Desk | Washington, Nov 4 (IANS) Five Indian-American Democrats secured seats in the US House of Representatives in Tuesday's midterm elections, while a sixth congressional victory remained within reach as physician Amish Shah held a substantial lead in Arizona and Nithya Raman moved ahead in the closely contested Los Angeles mayoral race. Raman, a Los Angeles City Council member, overtook incumbent Mayor Karen Bass as additional ballots were counted overnight in the race to lead America's second-largest city. ABC7 Los Angeles reported Raman receiving 354,214 votes, or 50.55 per cent, against Bass's 346,513 votes, or 49.45 per cent, in results released at 2:05 a.m. Pacific Time. The contest remained too close to call. In congressional elections, Indian-American Democrats Pia Dandiya, Suhas Subramanyam, Pramila Jayapal, Ro Khanna and Ami Bera were projected winners, according to Decision Desk HQ. Dandiya, a former school principal whose parents immigrated from India, defeated Republican Casey Askar in Florida's 22nd Congressional District, securing approximately 52 per cent against Askar's 48 per cent. In Virginia, Subramanyam won a second term from the 10th Congressional District, defeating Republican Dave Beckwith with approximately 61.5 per cent of the vote. The campaign is over, but the work is just beginning. I look forward to working with our community to deliver change in Washington, Subramanyam said in his victory statement. In Washington state, Jayapal won re-election from the 7th Congressional District, while Khanna defeated fellow Indian-American Republican Ritesh Tandon in California's 17th District. California Democrat Bera was also projected to win another term from the newly redrawn 3rd District, defeating Republican Robb Tucker. Indian Americans were also in contention for a sixth House seat, with Democrat Amish Shah leading Republican Jay Feely in Arizona's 1st Congressional District, though the race remained uncalled. Shah, a physician and former Arizona state legislator, had secured approximately 54.6 per cent against Feely's 43.5 per cent, with about 81 per cent of the expected vote counted in an overnight Decision Desk HQ update. In neighbouring Maryland, Indian-American Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller secured another four-year term after Democratic Governor Wes Moore won re-election. Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul, whose father is of Indian origin, was also re-elected, defeating Republican Eric Toney. Indian-American candidates registered significant gains in state legislative contests. In Texas, Democrat Pooja Sethi led Republican Jennifer Mushtaler in House District 47 by approximately 63.4 per cent to 36.6 per cent, with more than 95 per cent counted. Sethi declared victory, although an independent projection was not immediately available. In Georgia, Democrat Jyot Singh declared victory in House District 97 after unofficial returns showed him leading Republican Yassin Moghazy by approximately 68 per cent to 32 per cent. In Illinois, Democrat Nabeela Syed led Republican incumbent Darby Hills in Senate District 26 with approximately 57 per cent of the vote. Ram Villivalam retained another Illinois Senate seat, while Arvind Venkat won re-election to Pennsylvania's House of Representatives. The most prominent Indian-American Republican defeat came in Ohio, where Democrat Amy Acton defeated Vivek Ramaswamy in the Governor's election despite strong backing from President Donald Trump and Vice President J D Vance. Ramaswamy, whose family traces its roots to Kerala's Palakkad district, conceded the race late Tuesday. In New York, Republican Saritha Komatireddy lost the attorney general's election to Democratic incumbent Letitia James. Other Indian-American candidates who lost included Mahesh Ganorkar in North Carolina and Sandeep Dixit in Ohio. The November 3 elections, held halfway through Trump's second presidential term, gave Democrats projected control of both chambers of Congress. All 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats were contested alongside Governorships and state and local offices. Indian-American political representation has expanded since Dalip Singh Saund became the first Indian-born member of Congress in 1957. Candidates of Indian descent now compete for congressional, statewide and local offices across both major political parties.
KVASU Teaching Assistant Recruitment 2026
College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (KVASU) has invited eligible candidates to attend a Walk-in Interview for the post of Teaching Assistant. The walk-in interview will be held on 18 November 2026 at College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Pookode, Wayanad. Candidates should report at 11:00 AM. Further details are available at kvasu.ac.in.
IFL 2026/27: Samaleswari SC set for historic home debut against Dempo SC
Digital Desk | Rourkela, Nov 4 (IANS) Samaleswari SC will make their home debut as they face Goan heavyweights Dempo SC in the Indian Football League (IFL) 2026/27 season at the Birsa Munda Athletics Stadium in Rourkela on Thursday. Playing their debut campaign, Samaleswari SC showed a good account of themselves in their first-ever match, going down 2-3 narrowly to former I-League champions Gokulam Kerala FC in Kozhikode after conceding in the seventh minute of injury time. Argentine forward Pereyra Diaz emerged as the standout performer against Gokulam Kerala, constantly testing the opposing goalkeeper with sharp efforts before converting his late penalty, while winger Sahil Harijan provided a persistent spark with his driving runs and chance creation down the left flank. Head coach Abdul Azim Siddique, with a squad featuring 14 players with Indian national team experience across levels alongside a strong local contingent, highlighted how hosting IFL matches in Rourkela will provide a vital platform for organic talent in the state. I am very happy that the IFL is here in Rourkela because the organic talent developed in Odisha previously did not have a platform and had to go to Kolkata or other states to play, Samaleswari SC head coach Abdul Azim Siddique said. Under the vision of our chairperson Jayanarayan Mishra to develop Odisha football, we have 10 players from Odisha in our squad, including five graduates from the Maa Samaleswari Sports Academy in Sambalpur, alongside local talents like Vicky Oram, Roshan Panna, Samir Murmu, and Sahil Harijan, he said. Speaking on the balance of his roster and the significance of playing 10 home matches in the state, Siddique added, Because the competition at the national level is very high, we have also brought in five foreign players; two of whom have represented their countries and 14 players who have represented India at the national level. Playing home-and-away matches across the country is the best way to develop football. There is a big difference between watching on television and watching in the stadium, and this platform will inspire the next generation of local players to reach the Indian national team, he added. Samaleswari SC midfielder and former India U-17 FIFA World Cup captain Kiyam Amarjit Singh echoed his coach's call for the local fans to back the team on their home bow. Having the IFL take place for the first time in Rourkela and Sambalpur is a great platform for football in the region, Kiyam Amarjit Singh said. When fans come to the stadium to support us and see local Odia players competing alongside foreign signings from countries like Argentina and Ghana, it builds a strong sporting culture. We are grateful for the support on our opening home matchday and hope the fans turn out in numbers to back the team. Dempo SC travelled to Odisha with a dramatic victory in their first match of the season. The Golden Eagles secured a 1-0 win over debutants FC Bengaluru United in Fatorda, courtesy of an eighth-minute stoppage-time header from Ghanaian defender Uzziel Yaw Asomaning Budu. Despite dominating possession for large spells, Dempo had to wait until the final moments to break down a resolute Bengaluru defence, a testament to their persistence. Budu proved to be the decisive figure, not only anchoring the defence but rising highest to head home the stoppage-time winner, while Bagkar provided a constant creative spark with his probing runs down the left flank and goalkeeper Bhattacharjee made a crucial second-half intervention to secure the clean sheet. Guided by head coach Samir Naik, the Goan outfit is looking to become more clinical in front of goal while showing full respect to a resilient Samaleswari side. Overall, the entire team played well in our opening game; we had good ball possession, created several chances, and stayed organised defensively to get the three points, Dempo SC head coach Samir Naik said. We know we can do better in converting our opportunities. Some of the new players take a little time to adjust, but I strongly believe we have players who can change the game on their own, and I have full trust that we will improve with every match. Assessing the challenge posed by Samaleswari SC and the travel to Rourkela, Naik added, All teams in this league are equal, and there are no favourites. Samaleswari were 2-0 down in their first match, fought back to 2-2, and only lost in injury time, and they have good players who have proven themselves at the ISL level. It was a long journey for us to get here, though the playing conditions are quite similar to Goa, and as professionals we are ready. Aside from Amay Morajkar, who trained individually today and will be assessed tomorrow, the squad is fit, he added. Dempo SC defender Pruthvesh Pednekar reiterated the positive mood in the dressing room ahead of their first away test. Everyone is working hard in training, and the mood in the camp is very positive after getting the three points in our first game, Pruthvesh Pednekar said. In the opener, we controlled possession well and kept pushing until the final minute to get our reward. We are fully focused on executing the coach's plan tomorrow and fighting to bring home all three points. Statistically, the match brings together two sides that were involved in stoppage-time drama on the opening weekendSamaleswari conceding a 90+7th-minute winner after scoring twice in the final 15 minutes (75' and 90'), and Dempo netting the latest goal of Matchday 1 in the 98th minute (90+8'). Dempo also demonstrated strong control on the ball in their opener, commanding 70 per cent possession and stringing together nearly 250 passes in the first half alone, whereas Samaleswari proved dangerous in the second half after the hour mark, generating a flurry of shots on target to erase a two-goal deficit. With Samaleswari SC eager to mark their historic Odisha home bow with their first points of the campaign, and Dempo SC looking to build on their dramatic opening-day victory, Thursday's clash in Rourkela promises a compelling contest.
Can women work in Keralams toddy shops? Kerala High Court answers | Explained
Can employers legally deny women jobs in certain industries in the name of workplace safety? Does the State have the right to restrict womens employment to protect them from possible harassment?
Kerala PSC Excise Inspector Exam Date 2026 Out - Check OMR Exam Schedule PDF
Kerala PSC Excise Inspector Exam Date 2026 is 17 November for Excise Inspector (Trainee) Direct Recruitment (Category 187/2025) and By Transfer (Category 188/2025). The OMR examination will be held from 7:00 AM to 8:50 AM. Hall tickets are available through the Kerala PSC Thulasi login portal. Download the official exam notice and admission ticket at keralapsc.gov.in.
Rahul Gandhi blaming BJP for his own failures: Anurag Thakur
Digital Desk | Hamirpur, Nov 4 (IANS) BJP MP and former Union minister Anurag Thakur on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of questioning democratic institutions and electoral processes whenever his party faces electoral defeats. Speaking at the Bharatiya Janata Partys (BJP) public outreach march in Hamirpur town in Himachal Pradesh under the partys campaign, Loktantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao (Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy), he said that instead of accepting the people's mandate, the Congress leadership was attempting to create confusion and undermine public confidence in the electoral system. The programme began with a parliamentary constituency-level workers conference, attended by state party President Rajeev Bindal and Hamirpur MP and former Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur. Both leaders addressed party workers and called for strengthening the organisation at the grassroots. Many party workers from Hamirpur, Bilaspur, Una, Dehra, Dharampur, and other areas participated in the outreach march. Referring to elections in Bihar and Kerala following the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, Thakur questioned the Congress position on Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and electoral outcomes. He asked whether the Kerala Chief Minister would also be expected to resign following an electoral defeat if the Congress's allegations regarding EVM-based elections were accepted. He challenged the party to clarify whether its allegations were genuine or whether states like Karnataka and Kerala should respect electoral mandates. Highlighting the Congress's poor performance in student politics, Thakur also referred to the party's student wing's electoral setbacks at Panjab University in Chandigarh and Delhi University in Delhi. He accused Rahul Gandhi of shifting responsibility for the party's organisational shortcomings and political failures onto the BJP instead of undertaking introspection. Taking a swipe at the Congress-led rally in Delhi, Thakur said that despite claims of mobilising approximately one million people, the actual turnout was reportedly much lower than projected. He maintained that repeated electoral defeats reflected the electorate's rejection of the Congress's political approach. He further said that questioning constitutional institutions without credible evidence could weaken public trust in democratic processes. Thakur urged BJP workers to take the party's message to every household and counter what he described as the Congress's misleading narrative.
Cabinet nod to fast-track International Maritime Museum and Oceanarium project in Keralam
The entity will be established as a Section 8 company under the Companies Act, with its financial model to be finalised in the second phase. The state-of-the-art Oceanarium is expected to boost tourism in the State.
Keralam resolution to guide PACs of Parliament, States Legislatures to function more efficiently
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said emphasized that while the Executive implements policy, the Legislature holds the duty to monitor its execution
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla says recommendations from the conference will provide a clear pathway for improving the functioning of PACs and ensure thatpublic money is used efficiently and for the right purpose
Division Bench quashes order of Registrar of Co-operative Societies which was upheld by Single Bench
Kerala High Court Reinstates Milma Board Dissolved Over Sabarimala Ghee Distribution Controversy
The court invalidated the order issued by the Director of the Dairy Development Department, which had dissolved the board of directors and appointed an administrative committee
KSCSTE KFRI Project Fellow Recruitment 2026
Kerala Forest Research Institute (KSCSTE KFRI) has released Notification No. KSCSTE-KFRI/ Admn- HRC /GOK RP 915/2026 for the post of Project Fellow, to be filled through a Walk-in Interview. The interview will be held on 19 November 2026.
Setback to Satheesan govt as Kerala HC restores dissolved Milma Board
Digital Desk | Kochi, Nov 4 (IANS) In a setback to the Satheesan-led Kerala government, the High Court on Wednesday quashed its order dissolving the board of directors of the Milma Thiruvananthapuram Regional Co-operative Milk Producers' Union and directed its immediate reinstatement. The Division Bench declared illegal the July 25 order issued by the Director of Dairy Development, which dissolved the elected board and appointed an administrative committee, citing alleged irregularities, including those relating to the supply of ghee to Sabarimala. The Bench, comprising Justices Dr A.K. Jayasankaran Nambiar and A.K. Preetha, allowed an appeal filed by the Union President and other office-bearers against an earlier single judge verdict dismissing their petition. The single judge had declined to interfere with the government's decision to dissolve the board. The office-bearers subsequently challenged that order before the Division Bench. The verdict now requires the elected board to be restored, overturning the government's decision to replace it with an administrative committee. The dissolution had followed allegations of irregularities in the distribution of ghee to the Sabarimala temple. The issue had also triggered a public defence by the Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (Milma). On August 3, Milma had maintained that there was no lapse in the supply of ghee to Sabarimala and that only premium-quality ghee meeting prescribed standards was supplied. Milma Chairman K.S. Mani had said the ghee underwent stringent quality checks before being dispatched. He had also stressed that the federation had never compromised on the quality or purity of its products. Mani said the ghee was packed in fully sealed 15-kg tins, ruling out the possibility of alteration or tampering during transit. He also said Milma had received no official communication from the Devaswom authorities about any quality complaints and had received full payment for the supply. He had further said that any replacement of Milma ghee with substandard products after delivery would amount to a serious offence and that those responsible should face legal action. The Division Bench verdict is a significant legal setback for the government, as it overturns the administrative action taken against the elected board.
KFRI Project Associate Recruitment 2026
KSCSTE-Kerala Forest Research Institute (KFRI) has released Notification No. KSCSTE- KFRI/ Admn- HRC/GOI RP 892/2024 for the post of Project Associate, to be filled through a Walk-in Interview. The interview will be held on 16 November 2026 at KSCSTE-Kerala Forest Research Institute, Peechi. Candidates should report at 10:00 AM. Further details are available at kfri.res.in.
Kerala plans higher minimum wages, wider bonus cover under Labour Codes
Kerala plans higher minimum wages, wider bonus cover under Labour Codes Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala is considering higher minimum wages and wider bonus benefits for workers as part of its proposed rules for implementing the Labour Codes. A draft report containing key recommendations was handed over to Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan by Labour Minister Bindu Krishna on [] The post Kerala plans higher minimum wages, wider bonus cover under Labour Codes appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
School Holiday Alert: Are Schools Closed Tomorrow, November 5? Latest Rain Updates
Are schools closed tomorrow, November 5, 2026? Get the latest rain holiday updates for Andhra, Telangana, and Kerala. Check district-wise collector orders, IMD alerts, and school status before you head out.
Keralam CM confirms meeting businessman suspected of sting operation
Netflixs Gajab Raat is generating positive reactions on social media. The film stars Manoj Bajpayee as the Delhi Police cop Ajay Nirvit along with Sumit Gahlawat as his colleague Tomar. In an exclusive chat with Bollywood Hungama, Sumit said that he is happy with the reactions the film has generated and this also includes memes being made on his and Bajpayees scenes. I am very overwhelmed by the amazing reactions, he said. Its been one week since the release and (I am) still getting countless messages on social media. Specially, when people noticed small gestures where I am not even speaking any dialogues. That means a lot to me. On social media, there are many memes I saw where me and Manoj sirs scenes were involved. That is something I am experiencing for the first time. For Sumit, one reaction stayed special. Best message I got was when someone said, For Tomar, his senior Nirvit is his world. Tomar doesnt want to know what is right or wrong. He only knows that his senior is always right. So, people saw this level of chemistry between us. As far as preparations are concerned, Sumit relied more on what his co-actor did. I had to rely on the most basic and necessary thing listen to your co-actor very actively, especially for this role. Manoj sir improvised a lot, so for that you have to react genuinely on what he is saying in the moment. He added, Also, I dont think of this role as only a cop. For me, I had to think how Tomar is as a human, what is his thought process as an individual, etc. The cop part comes on at a very later stage, and in that also I just had to make a backstory of how Tomar and his senior Nirvits relationship is. That is the centre point for me because that chemistry between these two must be very authentic. It was a dream-come-true for Sumit to share screen with someone as veteran as Bajpayee. But there was also some nervousness. I am a huge admirer of Manoj sir since my childhood, from Satya to Shool to Gangs Of Wasseypur to Raajneeti and many more. Honestly speaking, I was very nervous before the shoot as to how I am going to perform with the legend, what if I make a mistake and he has to give another take because of me. Many things were going on in my mind. However, all went well for Sumit at the start itself. On the first day of the shoot itself when I shot my first scene with him, I realized how easy he is as a co-actor. He is so funny off camera; no serious attitude. I just went with flow with him and everyday was a day to remember for me, he said. In the near past, Sumit has acted in Vipul Amrutlal Shahs The Kerala Story (2023). Later, he became the only actor to be repeated in its sequel The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond (2026). In between, he also acted in Shahs Bastar: The Naxal Story (2024). Speaking about his equation with Shah, the actor said, Vipul sir is such a relaxed person and so supportive always. I dont have to be formal in front of him anymore. Thats the ease I have with him now. It always feels good when you get to perform challenging roles and the trust makers show in you that they repeat you in their films consistently. When asked about his forthcoming projects, Sumit Gahlawat revealed, Next, I think in December my show with Nawaz sir (Nawazuddin Siddiqui) and Dia Mirza maam named Hassan MD will release on JioHotstar. Also Read: Manoj Bajpayee, Boman Irani and Divya Duttas Last Man in Tower to premiere on Hindi Zee 5 on November 6
The SFI activists were suspended on August 13 during the first meeting of reconstituted Syndicate amid protests the university says included a mock funeral for Vice-Chancellor Ciza Thomas; the action has sparked a legal battle as students sought to sit for upcoming exams, while authorities defended disciplinary measures and demanded an apology
Luxury Watches, Other Evidence Linked To 124 Cases Missing From Kerala Court
In a major embarrassment, court officials attempted to retrieve the watch but found the it could not be located.
Satheesan refutes Opposition charge that transfer of M.G. Rajamanickam as chairman and managing director of KSEB was linked to the power purchases
'Must Undergo Inspection': Centre Flags Irregularities In Kerala Bar Licences
The affidavit was filed in connection with a petition seeking action against hotels allegedly benefiting from irregularities in the star-classification process.
ED Raids 11 Places in Keralam, Tamil Nadu in Bharath Lajhna Society Money-Laundering Case
The places being searched included the office and residential premises of R Premkumar, who is accused of allegedly misusing his influence to divert crores of rupees of the Bharath Lajhna Multi State Co-operative Society, collected from public depositors, to the accounts of his wife and relatives for personal use
Keralam Cabinet Approves Steps To Set Up Maritime Museum, Oceanarium
Both projects will become major tourist destinations and two prestigious landmarks for Keralam's tourism sector,Chief Minister VD Satheesan said
Satheesan says former Governors recommendation was made without following due procedure and that the latter should have consulted the State government before making such a move with the President
Karnataka Sting Probe: Keralam CM Says Businessman Met Him Also Wearing AI Glasses
Satheesan also raised questions about the businessman wearing smart glasses during his meetings with the two Congress Chief Ministers but apparently not during meetings with BJP leaders and other ministers
Sri Lanka steps up tourism outreach in Keralam as Indian arrivals surge
India remains largest source market with over 4.8 lakh visitors by October; SLTPB holds B2B meetings in three cities
ED Conducts Raids at 11 Locations in Kerala and Chennai
The Enforcement Directorate has launched raids at 11 locations in Kerala and Chennai linked to a cooperative society investigation. ED Conducts Raids at 11 Locations in Kerala and Chennai
Searches at locations in cities, including Kochi, Kozhikode and Chennai, linked to R. Premkumar, founding member and de facto chairman and managing director of BLM, and some others
Kerala Sanskrit University Students Move Supreme Court Against Exam Ban, Seek Urgent Hearing
Students were suspended following a protest involving alleged assault on the Vice-Chancellor; university cited attendance issues in court.
18-year-old arrested after car with burst tyre hits over a dozen vehicles in Keralam
Police said the teenager, who had hired the car, was suspected to be under the influence of alcohol or narcotic drugs, though this was yet to be ascertained
Vivek Ramaswamy loses Ohio race; Amy Acton becomes first Democrat to win office in 20 years
Digital Desk | Washington, Nov 4 (IANS) Indian-American Republican Vivek Ramaswamy, whose family traces its roots to Kerala, conceded Ohio's gubernatorial election to Democrat Amy Acton, ending a high-profile campaign strongly backed by President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance. The defeat represented a major electoral setback for Republicans in a state Trump won comfortably in 2024. Acton, a 60-year-old physician and former Ohio health director, on Tuesday night (local time) became the first woman elected governor of Ohio and the first Democrat to win the office since 2006. Late election-night returns showed Acton receiving approximately 51 per cent of the vote against Ramaswamy's 46 per cent, with Libertarian Don Kissick securing about three per cent. The result represented a swing of roughly 16 percentage points towards Democrats compared with Trump's 11-point victory margin in Ohio in the 2024 presidential election. Speaking at his election-night gathering in Ohio, Ramaswamy acknowledged defeat and said he had contacted Acton to congratulate her. In his remarks, Ramaswamy thanked supporters and spoke about continuing to serve Ohio outside public life. He also thanked his parents, wife Apoorva, their three children and his running mate, Ohio Senate President Rob McColley. Ramaswamy, 41, had sought to become Ohio's first Indian-American Governor after emerging as a prominent national Republican figure through his unsuccessful 2024 presidential campaign. His defeat carried significance beyond Ohio because Trump and Vance had invested considerable political capital in his candidacy. Addressing a Republican rally in Chillicothe on October 28, Trump had declared: Six days from now, the people of Ohio are going to elect Vivek Ramaswamy as your Governor. Trump subsequently held another campaign event by telephone on October 31, urging Republican voters to turn out for Ramaswamy and other party candidates. Vance, a former Ohio senator, returned to his home state on November 2 for an election-eve rally in Swanton. So I know that we are going to elect Vivek Ramaswamy and Jon Husted, Vance told supporters. The results went against both predictions. Democrat Sherrod Brown also defeated Republican Senator Jon Husted, handing the party another significant Ohio loss. Ramaswamy's campaign had become increasingly bitter in its closing weeks after an advertisement featuring Acton's estranged mother accused the Democrat of dishonesty. The advertisement drew criticism from Democrats and Republicans, including outgoing Governor Mike DeWine, while Trump defended Ramaswamy's decision to use it. Ramaswamy campaigned on lowering taxes, deregulation and reducing government expenditure. Acton emphasised affordability, healthcare, education and relief for working families. The Republican candidate also invested heavily in the race, lending more than $36 million of his own money to his campaign by late September. Born in Cincinnati in 1985, Ramaswamy is the son of Indian immigrants with ancestral roots in Vadakkencherry in Kerala's Palakkad district. His father, V.G. Ramaswamy, studied in Kerala before moving to the United States, where he worked as an engineer. His mother, Geetha Ramaswamy, is a psychiatrist. Ramaswamy graduated from Harvard University and Yale Law School and founded the biotechnology company Roivant Sciences in 2014.
