Congress kicks off organisational revamp with new appointments
Tamil Nadu, Kerala get new Pradesh Congress Committee chiefs; All India Congress Committee in-charges in several States are also likely to see major changes
Kerala government orders probe after protocol lapse causes Vijayan to miss flight
Kerala's opposition leader, Pinarayi Vijayan, missed his flight from Delhi to Kerala due to a protocol lapse. Officials failed to confirm travel plans with the airline, despite Vijayan reaching the airport well in advance. An inquiry has been ordered, with disciplinary action promised against the responsible protocol staff. Vijayan eventually travelled to Kannur on a later flight.
Ministers stand is in sharp contrast to previous LDF governments, which had opposed the same citing the dignity of the beneficiaries of the housing scheme
Fishing hamlets of Kanniyakumaris Thoothoor zone where football fuels dreams
The Thoothoor zone comprises Erayumanthurai, Poothurai, Thoothoor, Chinnathurai, Eraviputhenthurai, Vallavilai, Marthandanthurai and Neerodi, the last coastal village of the Tamil Nadu bordering Kerala.
Kerala Muslim woman lights pyre for elderly man abandoned in death
Kerala: Sixty-four-year-old Narayanetta spent his last days alone at a government hospital. After his death, his family neither claimed his body and refused to perform his last rites. Instead, a 34-year-old Muslim woman from his hometown, Kasargod, stepped forward and cremated with full Hindu rites. Irfana Iqbal works in the Kasaragod district panchayat and is 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 .
Those who exploited peoples faith for political gains now face allegations of organised financial fraud, says Kerala Leader of the Opposition in a Facebook post
Speaker Radhakrishnan denies backing low-alcohol liquor policy during LDF regime
Kerala Assembly Speaker Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan refuted claims of supporting low-alcohol liquor sales during his previous tenure. He stated that minutes from a Subject Committee meeting incorrectly recorded his assent to amendments by the LDF government. Radhakrishnan asserted he had voiced dissent in writing and opposed related proposals, maintaining his consistent stance against such measures and alleged deliberate attempts to involve him in the current controversy.
Body of seven-year-old girl recovered, all four members of family found dead in Kochi
Police and Fire and Rescue Services personnel had been searching for the girl's body since June 27 but were unsuccessful
Telangana govt considering moving SC against VB G RAM G Act: Minister
Telangana's Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy revealed the state government is considering a Supreme Court challenge against the new VB G RAM G Act, replacing MGNREGA. A cabinet sub-committee is exploring joint legal action with Karnataka and Kerala. The government aims to protect states' powers and finances, with a final decision on adopting the central framework or enacting its own law due July 2.
Woman Hides Drugs In Private Parts, Gets Caught With Six Others In Kerala
The anti-drug operation began during a vehicle inspection at Vaniyampara in Thrissur, where officers intercepted a Swift car travelling from a resort in Palakkad to Thrissur.
Vijayam: Premam duo Nivin Pauly-Alphonse Puthren reunites
Vijayam is the third collaboration of the celebrated actor-director duo after blockbusters Neram Premam
Kerala SSLC SAY Result 2026 Out: Direct Link To Check Supplementary Result
Kerala SSLC SAY Result 2026: Students who appeared for the supplementary examination can now check their results online through the official websites.
The Kerala High Court has ruled that a bank dealing with public funds owes a duty to its depositors to make prompt payment of the funds deposited by them. This judgement came against the background of a case filed by a man from Thrissur whose grievance was that his Rs 5 lakh FD which had matured in 2015 but due to technical reasons the bank did not repay it.
Record-Breaking Performances at National Inter-State Athletics Championship
Bhubaneswar, June 28: The 65th National Inter-State Athletics Championship at Kalinga Stadium witnessed remarkable performances on Saturday. Ancy Sojan, a 25-year-old international long jumper from Kerala and an Asian Games medalist, shattered a two-decade-old record in the womens long jump event. Sojan leaped an impressive 6.88 meters on her fifth attempt, surpassing the previous record ... Read more Record-Breaking Performances at National Inter-State Athletics Championship
Mobile phones seized from Kannur Central Jail again
Amid row, revised low-alcoholic beverages tax rates included in Finance Bill
Rates pegged at 120% and 175% respectively for beverages with alcohol strength ranging from 0.5% to 10%, and those with strength above 10% and up to 20%. These were the rates announced by the Chief Minister in the Revised Budget
Kerala Government Stands Firm on Tax Cuts for Low-Alcohol Beverages Amidst Rising Opposition
Thiruvananthapuram, June 28: The Kerala government remains steadfast on its controversial proposal to reduce taxes on low-alcohol beverages, despite increasing opposition. This provision has been included in the draft Finance Bill, raising the likelihood of intense political clashes in the upcoming assembly session. The officially published draft Finance Bill will be presented in the assembly ... Read more Kerala Government Stands Firm on Tax Cuts for Low-Alcohol Beverages Amidst Rising Opposition
Family refuses to claim cancer victims body; Muslim woman leader performs last rites
Governors appointment of Sajitha Rani as Kerala Agricultural Varsity V-C (in-charge) sparks row
Governor sets aside the name recommended by the government. Higher Education Minister says Arlekar acted unilaterally, calls decision a violation of democratic principles. Agriculture Minister says the governments recommendation was made on the basis of academic excellence, while Lok Bhavan considered seniority
Teachers may get compensatory off for Census duty on holidays
Teachers organisations seek duty leave. They also want teachers on daily wages to be posted to prevent academic disruption in schools.
Amid political turmoil, Congress opens door for KC(M) in K.M. Mani Hospital panel
Move brings to an end months of uncertainty over the reconstitution of the Hospital Management Committee of the K.M. Mani Memorial Government General Hospital
Differences emerge in Kerala govt over PM SHRI scheme
Kerala's ruling UDF faces internal friction as the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) voices strong objections to the state's proposed PM SHRI school scheme implementation. The opposition LDF has seized on the dissent, accusing the government of aligning with the BJP's agenda. Education Minister N Samsudheen stated no final decision has been made, highlighting ongoing alliance disagreements.
Historic! Ancy Sojan breaks Anju Bobby George's 22-year-old national record
Kerala's Ancy Sojan created history by breaking Anju Bobby George's 22-year-old national long jump record with a leap of 6.88m at the National Inter-State Athletics Championships in Bhubaneswar. In another landmark achievement, Sarvesh Kushare set a new national high jump record of 2.31m, surpassing Tejaswin Shankar's previous mark of 2.29m.
Couple, son found dead in Muvattupuzha river, search on for missing daughter
Samastha leaders endorse Kanthapurams view on reformist influence in Sunni split
Police flag over 30 safety issues lurking on city roads
The police have detected 15 issues to be rectified by the PWD and 14 by the NHAI so far this year
Weather tomorrow: Widespread rainfall is forecast across India on Sunday, June 28, with heavy to extremely heavy downpours expected in eastern, northeastern, western, and southern regions. Thunderstorms and gusty winds will sweep through many states. Meanwhile, parts of Uttar Pradesh remain under a heatwave alert despite the advancing monsoon. The weather office anticipates the monsoon will further advance into new areas in the coming days.
District Medical Officers appointed in five districts
The Kannur district DMOs post which has remained vacant for past 7 months and finally been filled
Malappuram magician marks 30 years of anti-drug campaign through magic
P. Pugazhendi assumes charge as Keralas chief wildlife warden
Plagiarism row: K.R. Meera sends legal notice to Haritha Savithri
Boat race row: DYFI stages protest against CM
Dangerous driving practices continue in Munnar, five youths fined
Cricket coach sentenced to 48 years RI in third case of sexual abuse
Forest squads battle rise in illegal adventure trips in protected forests in Malabar region
The issue comes into focus again after three youths, who entered the Valook forest near Vilangad in Kozhikode district without authorisation on June 26, had to be rescued following overnight search operations
Suspicious object spotted over Viyyur jail likely to be low-flying aircraft: police
Sudheeran faces cyber attacks after criticism of Kerala govt.s proposal on low-alcohol liquor
Supporters allege coordinated online attack following veteran Congress leaders remarks against UDF governments liquor tax relief proposal
Plus One: second allotment admissions to begin on Monday
Plastic will be completely banned in all forest areas: Shibu Baby John
The government also plans to revive Social Forestry Clubs in schools, says Minister
Wild jumbo damages Forest dept. vehicle in Aralam farm
Despite the hospitals strategic location adjacent to the National Highway, it currently lacks the necessary facilities to perform emergency surgeries for accident victims, says N.K. Premachandran, MP.
Teachers not happy with circular on stray dog management in schools
Say displaying names, phone numbers of teachers who are nodal officers near the school entrance is akin to insulting them
Health department in Kerala implementing back referral system to reduce rush in MCHs
Steps being taken to strengthen facilities in district and taluk hospitals
Released tiger creating panic in Vandiperiyar villages
Pro-BJP Syndicate member in Calicut varsity seeks research facility on astrology
Shangumugham beach restoration kindles hopes, but prolonged closure hits livelihoods
The ongoing restoration combines a 14-crore beach rejuvenation project with a 25-crore coastal protection initiative to tackle severe sea erosion that has battered the shoreline in recent years.
MVD launches crackdown on tipper lorries violating norms
KCBC urges centre to address FCRA concerns, welcomes transparency measures
The Kerala Catholic Bishops' Council (KCBC) has urged the Centre to address concerns regarding recent FCRA amendments, while supporting the goal of transparency in foreign fund utilization. The council fears new restrictions could impact voluntary organizations and potentially infringe on religious and expression freedoms. KCBC emphasizes its commitment to nation-building and seeks dialogue for necessary changes to ensure uninterrupted activities for genuine institutions.
Kerala: Muslim panchayat member performs last rites of Hindu
Kasaragod: A Muslim woman panchayat member has performed the last rites of a Hindu man according to his customs in northern Kasaragod after his family declined to claim the body following his death from cancer. The womans gesture has drawn widespread appreciation on social media. The deceased, Narayanan (64), a native of Chigrupadavu in Manjeswaram, 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 .
Weak southwest monsoon leaves Keralas hydel reservoirs with low storage
Pottis questioning last week assumes legal and political significance, as the SIT is scheduled to submit its latest report in the case to the High Court on Monday (June 29), even as the highly undercover investigation continues to rivet public attention and remains an animating factor in Kerala politics.
KEAM 2026 rank list: Roshan Raju tops Engineering, Vinayak Narayan leads Pharmacy
Roshan Raju from Ernakulam has topped the KEAM 2026 Engineering rank list, announced by Kerala Education Minister Roji M. John. Over 79,000 candidates qualified for engineering admissions. Vinayak Narayan secured the top spot in the BPharm stream. The rank list considers both entrance exam and Class 12 marks, with counselling set to begin on June 30
Radio-collared elephant found dead in Kerala forest
A team that was tracking the movement of the elephant found the pachyderm lying motionless in the forest.
Kerala KEAM results: Roshan Raju tops engineering, Vinayak Narayan bags first rank in pharmacy
Higher Education Minister Roji M. John declared the results in Kochi
AMMA crisis: Kadavanthra police say no ground to book Tini Tom based on Ansibas complaint
In a report submitted to the Assistant Commissioner of Police, Ernakulam Central, the station house officer of Kadavanthra stated that the investigators could not find solid grounds to register an FIR
The Kerala State Lottery Department has declared the Karunya KR-758 lottery results for Saturday, June 20, 2026. A ticket bearing the number XXXXX has clinched the top prize of Rs 1 Crore. Other significant prizes include Rs 25 Lakh for XXX and Rs 10 Lakh for XXXX. Winners are urged to verify their numbers against official lists and follow the outlined claim procedures.
KEAM 2026 rank list released at cee.kerala.gov.in: What's next for candidates?
Kerala's Commissioner for Entrance Examinations has unveiled the KEAM 2026 rank list for engineering, architecture, medical, and pharmacy courses. Over 1.48 lakh candidates registered, with 1.08 lakh vying for engineering seats. The rank list, factoring in entrance exam and Class 12 marks for engineering, is now available on cee.kerala.gov.in, paving the way for the upcoming counselling and seat allotment process.
Pinarayi Vijayan Mourns Demise of Filmmaker Bhagyaraj
Vijayan said Bhagyaraj was admired not only by Tamil audiences but also by film lovers in Kerala through his acclaimed works.
KEAM Rank List 2026: Kerala's Commissioner for Entrance Examinations is set to release the KEAM Rank List 2026 today, enabling candidates to download their rank cards. This crucial list will initiate the Centralised Allotment Process for engineering and pharmacy admissions. The delay was due to updating Class 12 marks post-CBSE revaluation. Engineering ranks combine 50% entrance exam score and 50% normalized Class 12 marks.
KEAM Rank List 2026 today: Check link and steps to download
Kerala's Commissioner for Entrance Examinations is set to release the KEAM Rank List 2026 today, following a delay for Class 12 mark updates. Over 1.48 lakh students registered for the exam, crucial for engineering and pharmacy admissions. The rank list combines entrance scores with normalized Class 12 marks. Candidates can download their rank cards from the official CEE Kerala website, with counselling and seat allotment to follow
Fake Court Orders to Defreeze Frozen Accounts, Kerala Police Probe On
Several bank accounts had been frozen earlier on the request of the Cyber Police in connection with criminal cases, which were allegedly unfrozen
Ayisha Elizabeth, wife of late Malayalam scriptwriter John Paul, passes away in Kochi
She was admitted to a private hospital in Kochi on June 25, after sustaining a head injury in an accident while out for a walk
Book Review | Officers in Keralas Service
This book talks about the role of public policy and administration in Kerala while suggesting changes and the agency that civil servants had to transform little pieces of the jig saw puzzle and still fit it all together.
No community targeted by FCRA amendments: Kerala BJP Chief
Thiruvananthapuram: BJP Kerala president Rajeev Chandrasekhar has defended the amendments to the FCRA, saying they were intended to prevent foreign contributions from being used for money laundering and that they were not aimed at targeting any particular community. Responding to reporters questions about concerns raised by several Christian organisations over the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act 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 .
Kerala government to discuss proposed tax cut on low-alcohol drinks within UDF
Kerala Revenue Minister AP Anil Kumar said the state government will take a final decision on the proposed tax cut for low-alcohol beverages only after discussions within the ruling UDF. The proposal, announced in the 2026 budget, has triggered political debate
KCBC panel slams tax cut move on low-alcohol drinks
Kerala HC rejects plea to dismiss financial fraud case
Former Cochin Port chairperson Babu Rajeev passes away
Drug menace threatens society, future generations must be protected: Kerala CM
Kerala government is adopting a systematic approach to curb drug trafficking and dismantle the networks behind it, says Satheesan
BJP accuses Congress-led govt. in Kerala of promoting alcohol consumption
BJP MP and spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi described the decision to reduce excise tax on low-alcohol liquor by nearly half as disastrous
Kerala HC directs Audit dept., TDB to give time frame on completion of audit delayed for 17 years
Priyanka assures steps to resolve problems of traditional pottery workers
Wayanad Literature Festival from December 20 to 23
152 posts sanctioned to strengthen family health centres
Posts include Medical Officer and Nursing Officer. Vacancies will be reported to the PSC and appointments made from the existing rank lists
Power cuts due to shortage of electricity supplied from other States, says Kerala Minister
Electricity os available at around 45 paise per unit during the daytime, but was unavailable during night, though the government was ready to purchase at 10 per unit, says Minister
Police target emerging drug hotspots in Kozhikode
Man posing as Navy officer held in alleged 18-lakh cheating case
LDF paved the way for private black sand-mining lobby to benefit: V.M. Sudheeran
The order for removal of sand, without any study on its impact, led to black sand-mining that harmed the States coast and people living along it, says senior Congress leader
Weather Tomorrow June 27: According to IMD, heavy to very heavy monsoon rains lash the west, south, east, and Northeast, parts of Uttar Pradesh endure severe heatwave conditions. Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, and Rajasthan anticipate thunderstorms. Hill states like Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand are under a rain watch, with potential for localized disruptions. Central and Eastern India are set for active monsoon showers.
LDF to step up protest demanding ouster of Thiruvananthapuram BJP councillor Sugathan
Kerala to again urge Centre to declare wild boars as vermin: Shibu Baby John
Kerala cannot continue to procure the original molecule at high prices when an approved generic formulation is available at a fraction of the price, says B. Ekbal
NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman calls for innovative projects in backward areas of Idukki
Stresses the need for focused interventions in areas such as scheduled caste and scheduled tribe welfare, health and nutrition
Eight more shigellosis cases reported in Kerala
Three cases in Kozhikode, two in Wayanad, and one each in Ernakulam, Thrissur, and Malappuram. Six deaths linked to shigellosis reported in the State in June
Three Thrissur health institutions earn national quality certifications
District achieves MusQan certification for all hospitals with special newborn care units
Teak wood utilisation training draws enthusiastic response
The programme attracted enthusiastic participation from a diverse group of stakeholders, including entrepreneurs, woodworkers, artisans, researchers, students, and forestry professionals
UDF government on shaky ground over proposed low-proof liquor sale in Kerala
Opposition LDF alleges corruption by forsaking sales tax revenue estimated at 600 crore to give a pecuniary advantage to liquor companies at a significant cost to the exchequer.Prohibition activists, including Congress leader V.M. Sudheeran, demand a rollback of the proposal and warn of unchecked underage drinking
NH-66: Expert panel proposes structural changes
Recommends replacing or extending vulnerable Reinforced Earth overbridges with pillar-supported structures at three critical locations
