Sree Narayana Gurus teachings should be spread across the world: Keralam CM
Satheesan recalls his announcement in the 2026-27 Revised Budget that a statue and cultural centre dedicated to Narayana Guru would be established in New Delhi
Cong leaders in Keralam back Sonia Gandhi amid controversy over memoir
Ministers in Keralam on Friday backed Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi amid a controversy over the publication of her memoir, 'Belonging: A Journey of Love', in India. The reactions came after Penguin Random House India said it was not the publisher of Sonia Gandhi's memoir. Earlier this month, American publisher Alfred A Knopf, an imprint of Penguin Random House, announced that the book would be released on November 10. The statement came after a report in The Indian Express claimed that the publisher had backed out after Gandhi refused to make editorial changes to the manuscript. Higher Education Minister Roji M John, in a Facebook post, praised Sonia Gandhi for refusing to alter her memoir and recalled the personal tragedies she had faced, including the assassinations of former prime ministers Indira Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi. John said Sonia Gandhi had initially sought to stay away from politics but later took up the leadership of the Congress due to ...
Kerala HC directs RDO to reconsider land conversion application by Lulu in Ayyanthole
Keralam Speakers Onam greetings reach author Sumangala five years after her death
Letter addressed to the late childrens writer lands at her home at Wadakkanchery; son Ashtamoorthy responds with a pointed social media post
Keralams Agriculture dept. to step up market intervention during festival seasons, says Minister
Market interventions to prevent artificial price rise and curb the exploitation of farmers and consumers by middlemen during festival seasons and the Sabarimala pilgrimage season, says T. Siddique
Three students drown in Keralams Kozhikode
Kanthapuram Samastha circular on women at public events in Keralam draws criticism
It asks mahal and madrasa officials not to let women be present among unrelated men at religious events, and to ensure that programmes follow Islamic norms
Police transfers over clash at mosque in Keralams Kozhikode draw criticism
Five officers, including Chombala Station House Officer P.P. Shameel, were transferred after allegations surfaced over their alleged lapses in handling the situation
Kodikkunnil Suresh urges Keralam govt. to appoint Devaswom board president from SC community
Congress MP says that although SC representation exists at various levels of the Devaswom system, no person from the community has so far headed any of the five Dewasom boards in the State as president
The government will examine recruitment made through the Kerala Public Service Commission every three years and conduct special recruitment if backward sections are not properly represented in service, says Satheesan
Keralams Sukumara Kurup case: Can a fugitive be presumed dead? What does the law say?
Heres why the law treats the presumption of death and trial in absentia as two separate questions in the case of a long-absconding fugitive
In a sharp indirect rebuke of Natesans leadership of the SNDP Yogam, Shamseer writes that Gurudevan, who gave meaning to Advaita, is writhing and dying in the laps of those carrying new purse-strings
BJP accuses Satheesan govt of double standards over remarks against religious beliefs
Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 28 (IANS) Kerala BJP president, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, on Friday accused the Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan government of double standards in dealing with controversial remarks against religious beliefs. He alleged that it had remained silent on statements targeting Hindu faith while taking action in other cases. Questioning the governments response to remarks attributed to []
Rise in sales of Milmas dairy products during Onam season
From August 20 to 25 (Uthradam day), which marks the beginning of Onam festivities, Milma recorded a total sale of 1,45,76,846.63 litres of milk, with 5.61% increase from last year during this period
Memories of tensions between Keralam and Tamil Nadu from nearly two decades ago when Tamil Nadu sought to establish Salem Railway Division have resurfaced, amid the proposed bifurcation of Mangaluru region from Palakkad Railway Division.
Archdiocesan Movement for Transparency opposes announcements after 34th Synod of Syro Malabar Church
Archdiocesan Movement for Transparency terms the appointment of a third Auxiliary Bishop in the Kottayam Archdiocese as a violation of norms that were hitherto being adhered to
Keralam govt to step up market interventions to check price rise
Keralam agriculture department will increase market interventions to prevent price hikes. Steps will be taken to curb exploitation by middlemen during festive seasons. Farmers' markets held during Onam facilitated digital sales and timely payments. The government also plans a state-level Keralotsavam to mark Coconut Day. A comprehensive coconut revival project will be formulated to boost production.
Mullappally Ramachandran urges Congress leadership to expedite KPCC reshuffle
Senior Congress leader says partys activities in Keralam have 'remained stagnant' for nearly three months in the absence of a full-time State president
Keralam launches 'Be a Malayali for a Day' experiential tourism campaign
The State launches the campaign as part of the government's efforts to draw tourists' attention to the aspects through experiential tourism
Thrissur fireworks tragedy: Centre tells Kerala HC that unit deployed more workers than permitted
This was established from the number of people injured and killed in the Mundathikode explosion in April, says Central government and Deputy Chief Controller of Explosives
Of the 35 passenger train pairs operating from Mangaluru, 23 run towards Kerala and Tamil Nadu, and six each towards rest of Karnataka and Mumbai
Wedding Party Bus Overturns in Kerala After Swerving to Avoid Scooter, 35 Injured
A tourist bus carrying a wedding party overturned near Kakkoor in Ernakulam, Kerala, after the driver reportedly swerved to avoid a scooter. Around 35 people were injured, with four reportedly in serious condition. CCTV footage of the crash has surfaced online.
A wedding party's journey in Kerala took a frightening turn after a tourist bus carrying around 35 passengers overturned near a petrol pump in Ernakulam district. The accident took place on August 27 after the bus driver made a sharp manoeuvre while trying to avoid a scooter that had suddenly come in front of the vehicle.
A decade later, an IFS couple and six others to be prosecuted in custodial torture case in Keralam
Accused in the Malayattoor elephant poaching case in 2015 moves court after the Forest department refused sanction to prosecute the officials. Court holds that prosecution sanction is not required in the case as the alleged acts bore no reasonable connection with the performance of official duties
Thrissur man claims viral photo attributed to fugitive Sukumara Kurup is of his brother
Karunakaran Menon says his brother Damodaran Menon has been living in Malaysia for nearly 30 years
Tribal Women From Kerala Learn Economic Empowerment at Kovai Institute
The training featured expert sessions on turning local food traditions into sustainable livelihoods
Jacobite Church slams alleged irregularities in delegate list by Orthodox faction
Kuriakose Mor Theophilos calls for impartial verification
C J George elected president of Indo-Japan Chamber of Commerce Kerala
C J George has been elected honorary president of the Indo-Japan Chamber of Commerce Kerala for 2026-28. The new governing council will focus on expanding Kerala-Japan trade and investment ties, with a 20-member Japanese business delegation scheduled to visit Kochi in November.
Indias Longest Longest-Running Fugitive Sukumara Kurup in Brunei?
Keralam Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala on Friday directed the Crime Branch to verify the veracity reports that fugitive Sukumara Kurup is still alive in Brunei
During a recent event at an educational institution, Kapikad allegedly used sexually derogatory language while referring to Lord Ayyappa and Malikappurathamma
Onam rush in Keralam: Railways intensify checks to curb ticketless travel
Railway officials say the minimum fine for travelling without a ticket has been doubled from 250 to 500, with the revised penalty coming into effect in June 2026
Railway staff upset over bifurcation of Palakkad division
Almost 90% of the staff working in Mangaluru Central, Mangaluru Junction and Panambur stations are from Keralam, say functionaries of the Southern Railway Employees Sangh
Drug pusher posing as Sub Inspector arrested in Keralams Kozhikode
The accused, identified as Rojith, was found in possession of an air pistol, handcuffs, a fake police identity card, and a photograph of himself dressed in a police uniform. posed as a Sub-Inspector attached to the District Anti-Narcotics Special Action Force
Keralam Home Minister asks Crime Branch to verify reports fugitive Sukumara Kurup is alive
Reports have surfaced claiming that Kurup is alive and living in Brunei under a different name and using another passport. He is wanted in connection with 1984 murder of Chacko in Mavelikara, allegedly as part of a plan to fake his own death and claim a life insurance payout
Braving the odds: Parents of differently abled children in Keralam search for a bright spot
Even after a decade of passing the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, the plight of the parents of differently abled individuals continues. A. S. Jayanth meets some of the parents to document their struggles
Kerala bus overturns at petrol pump after driver swerves to avoid two-wheeler, 20 injured
A tourist bus carrying wedding guests overturned near a petrol pump in Kakkoor. The vehicle swerved to avoid a two-wheeler, losing control and crashing. Around twenty passengers sustained injuries and were taken to local hospitals. Fortunately, no serious injuries were reported from the incident. Police are investigating the accident and reviewing CCTV footage.
Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 28 (IANS) Kerala Transport Minister C.P. John has sought a report from the Transport Commissioner Nagaraju Chakilam following the death by suicide of a 35-year-old auto-rickshaw driver in Malappuram, who had blamed the Motor Vehicles Department (MVD) for allegedly obstructing his livelihood by repeatedly denying a fitness certificate for his vehicle. Shoukath, a []
PWD to invite tenders for construction in early September; project to be commissioned in a year
Keralam social activists comments have hurt Ayyappa devotees: samiti
INL backs Umar Faizy, questions critics over Waqf stand
WJM holds hunger strike in support of Anagha Sasi at Malayalam varsity
Can CPI poll 5,000 votes on its own in Keralam, asks CPI(M) State secretariat member C.N. Mohanan
The department will hire halls in nearby colleges, schools or other educational institutions having adequate computer systems, internet connectivity and other facilities to clear the backlog of applications
MalappuramCollector advises against travel through Gudalur amid hartal
Man held for wifes death in Keralams Malappuram
The body of the 37-year-old woman was found near a stream at Ettappara near Nilambur on Wednesday night
Onam: The many ways Keralam celebrates
Beyond the popular Onam narrative, featuring the Mahabali, pookkalam and sadya, the festival is celebrated in uniquely diverse ways across Keralam
Key operator of MDMA trafficking network arrested in U.P.
Alleged interstate drug kingpin was traced to a high-security Greater Noida apartment complex after months on the run. He was wanted in connection with the seizure of nearly 500 g of the synthetic drug from an ambulance at Vaniyambpara on May 26
Nepal Floods: 288 Indians Uncontactable, 21 Rescued So Far, MEA Shares Key Updates | Watch
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal provided an update on Indian nationals stranded and uncontactable amid devastating floods in Nepal. According to the MEA, 288 Indian nationals remain uncontactable, including 73 people working at the Trishuli-1 Power Project. Several groups of Indian travellers from Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Kerala and other states are also stranded in different parts of Nepal. Jaiswal said 21 Indian nationals from Tamil Nadu have been rescued, while around 200 people stranded on the Chinese side have sought assistance for evacuation. India has also stepped up humanitarian support, sending two aircraft carrying eight tonnes of medicines and one tonne of food items to Kathmandu. Overall, India has sent 47.5 tonnes of emergency supplies to support Nepals rescue and relief operations.
Keralam govt. frames policy for safe reuse of treated wastewater
It aims to actively reduce the States dependence on freshwater for construction and cleaning activities by promoting the use of treated wastewater as a sustainable alternative
Keralam MPs mark Thiruvonam with satyagraha against Palakkad railway division split
Protest held in front of the Palakkad Divisional Railway Managers office at Olavakode; MPs urge Centre to withdraw the proposal
Video: Bus attempting to save biker overturns in Kerala; 35 injured, 4 critical
Video Bus attempting to save biker overturns in Kerala injured critical
Ashwini says Mangalurus integration with SWR should facilitate development of railway stations in Keralam border area
Masks, music and myth: Kummattis return for Onam
From Uthradam to Chathayam, colourful Kummattis transform the Thrissur citys streets into a living celebration of folklore, faith and festive tradition
Row over 24x7 specialty service: govt. hits back with its own figures
Government says proper redeployment of those in service is enough for the time being to provide round-the-clock specialty services in many districts and filling of vacancies can be taken up in due course
KEAM 2026: MBBS candidates asked to report at Kozhikode medical college
KEAM 2026: MBBS candidates asked to report at Kozhikode medical college
Auto driver dies by suicide alleging harassment by MVD in Keralam
Shoukat alleged that he had been visiting MVD offices for the past 10 months over his vehicle and claimed that the denial of the fitness certificate had left him in severe financial distress
One killed, nine injured as car knocks down pedestrians in Keralams Pathanamthitta
The driver, allegedly in an inebriated condition, losts control of the vehicle and knocks down 10 pedestrians; the car also rams two other cars
Traffic regulations for NEET students in Kottayam
Traffic guidelines are issued in the wake of Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnans visit to Aranmula.
From milk to liquor, Kerala drinks in the Onam spirit
Thiruvananthapuram If Onam is about celebrations on natures munificence, Kerala appears to have taken the instruction rather literally, with milk The post From milk to liquor, Kerala drinks in the Onam spirit appeared first on Bilkul Online .
Father Thomas Animoottil appointed Auxiliary Bishop of Kottayam
Ouster of co-op bank board sparks political row in Pathanamthitta
On August 24, the board was dismissed amid allegations of obstructing an inquiry, prompting its members to threaten legal action and claim bias.
He's 16, in Class 12, and pays his father Rs 2 lakh a month: Meet Kerala's AI prodigy
Hes in Class and pays his father Rs lakh a month Meet Keralas AI prodigy
AI-Powered Maveli Brings New Twist To Onam
Mahabali has returned to Keralam for Onam - this time with an AI-powered twist. ����A humanoid robot dressed as Maveli is drawing crowds at Kochis Forum Mall, bringing together the traditional spirit of Onam and cutting-edge technology. Developed by Chinese robotics firm Unitree Robotics, the robot has been greeting visitors and becoming a social media attraction.The video was shared by Temjen Imna Along, Tourism & Higher Education Minister, Nagaland.
Kerala University Time Table 2026 Out - Check MBL
University of Kerala has released September 2026 exam time tables for MBL First Semester, MBL Third Semester, and B.Tech Second Semester (CSE, ECE, IT). Check full subject-wise dates, timings, and download links.
Plunging catches and policy delays hit fisheries sector
Fishermen forums are calling for urgent government intervention and a concrete financial relief package, warning that without immediate action, the coastal economy could face a complete collapse.
Why a railway transfer is triggering a Karnataka vs Kerala battle | Talking Politics
The transfer of the Mangaluru railway region from Palakkad Division to Mysuru Division has triggered a political debate between Karnataka and Kerala. Heres a breakdown of the decision, the objections raised, and what Indian Railways says about the move.
Why a railway transfer is triggering a Karnataka vs Kerala battle | Talking Politics
The transfer of the Mangaluru railway region from Palakkad Division to Mysuru Division has triggered a political debate between Karnataka and Kerala. Heres a breakdown of the decision, the objections raised, and what Indian Railways says about the move.
At 95, P.K. Medini, Keralams singer of revolutionary anthems, gets her own Red Salute
Lorry driver killed as trucks collide, catch fire near Palakkad
A major disaster was narrowly averted as the bus rammed into the concrete barrier of the fuel pump, sparing the dispensers and a car refuelling nearby
Kerala State Electricity Board seeks nod for more power procurement
The rates proposed by the supplying firms are in the range of 9 per unit or higher
Keralas Ambitious Health Initiative Faces Challenges from Doctors
Thiruvananthapuram, August 27: The Kerala governments ambitious plan to provide specialized health services around the clock in district and general hospitals has encountered its first major challenge. Led by Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan, this initiative aims to extend expert healthcare beyond medical colleges. However, government doctors have warned that without the creation of new positions ... Read more Keralas Ambitious Health Initiative Faces Challenges from Doctors
Tragic Death of Plantation Worker in Idukki Due to Wild Elephant Attack
Idukki, August 27: A 62-year-old plantation worker lost his life in a wild elephant attack in the Pooppara area of Idukki district, Kerala. This incident raises concerns about the increasing encounters between wild elephants and human settlements in the states elevated regions. The victim, Ocha Thevar, was a resident of Bodinayakanur in Tamil Nadu. According ... Read more Tragic Death of Plantation Worker in Idukki Due to Wild Elephant Attack
Onam 2026: Shubhangi Atre gives a glimpse of Kerala, calls her journey blissful
Shubhangi Atre celebrated Onam by sharing glimpses of Kerala through her eyes. Reflecting on her journey, the actress described it as blissful while showcasing the states scenic beauty, festive spirit and cultural charm through her social media posts
Kerala's Onam liquor sales cross Rs 770 crore in 8 days
Kerala's state-run Bevco has reported record liquor sales during the first eight days of the Onam festive season, reaching Rs 771.29 crore, surpassing last year's figures. Officials anticipate this year's total sales will exceed the Rs 826.38 crore recorded in 2025, despite a slight dip in Uthradam day sales compared to the previous year.
Rs 770 Crore And Counting: Kerala BEVCO Sees Record Liquor Sales During Onam
This marks a rise from the corresponding period last year, when sales had stood at Rs 694.96 crore, reflecting a steady uptick in consumption during the state's biggest harvest festival.
53 Keralites Stranded in Nepal Following Devastating Floods: NORKA Roots
NORKA Roots is the Keralam government agency that coordinates overseas affairs and welfare services for non-resident Keralites
Onam rush: Kerala Bevco liquor sales touch Rs 771 crore in eight days
The figure is higher than the sales recorded during the corresponding period of last year's Onam season, indicating strong demand for liquor across the state during the festival period
Kozhikode mosque clash triggers row over police action
P.H. Kurian, one of the most respected civil servants of Keralam, is no more
Wild elephant attack in Idukki kills cardamom plantation worker
In a separate incident on August 26 evening, a man narrowly escaped a wild elephant attack in Munnar town
Satheesans claim on Munambam Waqf is pipe dream: Indian National League
INL State general secretary Kasim Irikkur says the Chief Ministers long-term plan to seize Munambam by restructuring the Waqf Board is merely the cheap babble of an unrealistic political leader.
Wedding Bus Overturns in Keralas Koothattukulam, Over 35 Injured
Over 35 persons, including the driver and passengers of the bus, the two wheeler rider escaped with minor injuries
High Spirits: Onam Liquor Sales in Kerala Cross Rs 700 Cr in 8 Days
During the corresponding period of the previous year's Onam season, liquor worth Rs 694.96 crore was sold, officials said
Kerala Onam liquor sales top Rs 700 cr
Two brothers electrocuted at poultry farm near Perinthalmanna in Keralam
The police suspect that the power lines had been erected without authorisation to keep wild boars away. An investigation is under way
Nepal flash floods: 30 tourists from Keralam stranded; State govt. coordinating rescue efforts
The number of stranded tourists expected to rise given the tourist flow during vacation season; those seeking assistance can contact the NoRKA Global Contact Centre at 1800 425 3939 (toll-free) or +91 88020 12345 (missed call from abroad)
Asia's largest waste-to-art pookalam to be unveiled in Keralam's Malappuram
Malappuram district is unveiling Asia's largest waste-to-art pookalam for the Onam festival. This impressive installation uses recycled plastic waste collected from households across the region. The pookalam reflects Kerala's traditional art and cultural heritage with specific motifs. It carries a strong message about waste management and personal responsibility. The public can view this unique creation until August thirty-first.
37 Tourists From Keralam Stranded in Nepal Amid Flooding, Says MLA Kunhikrishnan
Payyanur MLA V Kunhikrishnan has said that 37 people from his constituency are stranded in Nepal following flooding and are unable to proceed with their journey or return home. In a Facebook post on Wednesday night, Kunhikrishnan said he had brought
