Kerala HC orders stay on Malayidamthuruth eviction till families relocate to assigned land
Eviction was ordered by Munsiff Court, Perumbavoor
Statewide Vigilance Raids Conducted in Kerala Ration Shops, NFSA Godowns
The action was based on reports of large-scale irregularities in the distribution of food grains, according to a VACB statement
Keralas Former Police Chief Accuses Actor Shane Nigam of Story Theft
Thiruvananthapuram, June 16: R. Sreelekha, Keralas first female Director General of Police (DGP) and current BJP councilor, has accused Malayalam actor Shane Nigam of copying stories from her works for his films Dhridham and Bhootakalam. After retiring, Sreelekha joined the BJP and was elected as a councilor in the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation elections last year. In ... Read more Keralas Former Police Chief Accuses Actor Shane Nigam of Story Theft
Vigilance conducts statewide inspections of ration shops, NFSA godowns in Kerala
Kerala Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau launched 'Operation Bhakshya Suraksha'. Surprise inspections targeted NFSA godowns and ration shops statewide. The drive aimed to uncover corruption and irregularities in the Public Distribution System. Allegations included food grain diversion, stock manipulation, and illegal sales. The inspections sought to verify these serious claims and ensure fair distribution.
Kerala Reports 146 Shigella Cases, 70 In June
State records five deaths due to the bacterial infection, with Kozhikode reporting the highest number of cases
Kerala lottery results today: Kerala Lottery Sthree-Sakthi SS-524 results for Tuesday, 16 June 2026, have been officially declared. Ticket holders can now check their numbers for the Rs 1 crore first prize and other attractive cash rewards. Full list of other winning numbers here.
Keralas revised Budget for 2026-27 likely to give thrust to higher education sector
Budget expected to provide roadmap for UDFs Indira Guarantee of providing monthly stipend of 1,000 to college-going girls
Elephant runs amok at Kottiyoor temple in Kerala; no casualties reported
In a Facebook post, she alleges that the core idea of films Dridam and Bhoothakalam are lifted from stories and videos she had shared on her social media timeline in the past
Private bus operators raise concerns over Kerala's free travel scheme for women
Private bus operators in Kerala are worried about the new free travel scheme for women on KSRTC buses. They claim it is hurting their business. Many women passengers have shifted to KSRTC services. Operators warn that many private buses might stop running soon. They are asking the government for substantial financial support to survive.
Karan Johar enters Malayalam cinema with Odiyan The Age of Illusion. This film is produced by Dharma Productions and Prithviraj Productions. It stars Prithviraj Sukumaran and Manju Warrier. Directed by Rahul Sadasivan, Odiyan is set in 19th-century Kerala. The story features a shape-shifter from folklore. The film explores themes of truth and illusion.
Keralas P. Rajeev Acknowledges CPI(M) Mistakes After Election Defeat
Thiruvananthapuram, June 16: Following the Left Democratic Fronts (LDF) electoral defeat, former minister P. Rajeev openly acknowledged that several political assessments by the CPI(M) were incorrect. This includes the partys campaign slogan, Who else but LDF? The party now believes this slogan failed to resonate with voters as anticipated. Rajeev, a senior leader of CPI(M) ... Read more Keralas P. Rajeev Acknowledges CPI(M) Mistakes After Election Defeat
In a Facebook post, the first-time MLA from Perambra says that while attending public functions was part of her responsibilities as a peoples representative, there has been a growing trend of individuals entering events in the name of media and filming without proper authorisation or identification
Odiyan: Karan Johar marks Malayalam debut with Prithviraj Sukumaran's film
Karan Johars Dharma Productions is making its Malayalam debut with Odiyan, a folklore-inspired epic starring Prithviraj Sukumaran and Manju Warrier. Directed by Rahul Sadasivan, the film explores Kerala mythology, shape-shifters, and psychological conflict
Karan Johars banner enters Malayalam cinema with Odiyan
Mumbai: Filmmaker Karan Johar on Tuesday announced that his banner Dharma Productions is stepping into the world of Malayalam cinema with the upcoming film Odiyan starring Prithviraj Sukumaran and Manju Warrier. Odiyan: The Age of Illusion is an epic rooted in the folklore and cultural mythology of 19th-century Kerala. The film is produced by Karan 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 .
Thiruvananthapuram, June 16: Keralas first free travel initiative for women and transgender individuals has received an overwhelming response from the public. The newly launched Priyadarshini Free Travel Scheme has become a significant success on its inaugural day. This initiative has raised concerns among private bus operators, who reported that initial assessments conducted on Monday night ... Read more Kerala Launches Free Travel Initiative for Women and Transgenders, Private Operators Express Concerns
Jeddah-bound AI Express flight from Keralas Kannur turns back due to engine fault
Aircraft with over 180 passengers took off at 7.40 am from Kannur airport, but around two hours into the flight, the pilots saw an engine warning light and decided to return, say airport sources
CMRL pay-off case: Company MD Sasidharan Karthas son, wife appear before ED for questioning
ED had earlier asked Veena T., daughter of former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan, to appear for questioning on June 17 as part of the probe into the alleged pay-off case involving Exalogic Solutions Private Limited, her now-defunct firm, and CMRL
Five BESS projects will be ready by October, KSEB tells Electricity Regulatory Commission
the KSEB has given October 2026 as the Commercial Operation Date for all five projects
Kerala Chief Minister Discusses Plan to Uncover Hidden Tax Revenue
Thiruvananthapuram, June 15: Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan held discussions on a comprehensive financial roadmap presented by former Principal Accountant General Dr. Biju Jacob. The roadmap suggests that the state can enhance its revenue through advanced data analytics and information system audits instead of imposing new taxes. Dr. Jacob presented this plan in the presence ... Read more Kerala Chief Minister Discusses Plan to Uncover Hidden Tax Revenue
Keralas Chief Minister Discusses Innovative Revenue Enhancement Plan
Thiruvananthapuram, June 15: Keralas Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan held a discussion on a comprehensive financial roadmap presented by the states former Chief Auditor, Dr. Biju Jacob. The roadmap suggests that the state can boost its revenue through advanced data analytics and information system audits, rather than imposing new taxes. Dr. Jacob presented his findings in ... Read more Keralas Chief Minister Discusses Innovative Revenue Enhancement Plan
PDP objects to the transfer of Waqf Board CEO
PIL in Kerala HC challenges free travel scheme for women on KSTRC buses
Two more deaths due to shigellosis in Kerala
BJP workers injured in alleged attack at Wandoor
India receives 32% deficient rains during June 1-15: IMD
Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Puducherry have received 68.2 mm rainfall until June 15, which is 9% lower than its long period average (LPA) of 75 mm
CMRL pay-off case: ED questions company MDs daughter
KMAT Kerala Session 2 result 2026 declared at cee.kerala.gov.in: Direct link to download scorecards
The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, has declared the KMAT Kerala Session 2 Result 2026 on its official website. Out of 3,628 candidates, 99.31% have qualified for MBA admissions. Aboobackar P S topped the merit list with a perfect score. Candidates can now download their scorecards for counselling and further admission process.
Kerala HC directs Cusat to ensure voter anonymity in staff council poll
Five wild boars culled in Kannur
Kerala Health department issues fresh government order on DHS transfer
Modified GO states that K.J. Reena has completed three years tenure as the Director of Health Services and that the selection process for the appointment of a regular DHS is being considered by the government
Human-wildlife conflict: clamour for relocating resident from Chinnakkanal
Bodies of two students who went missing at sea recovered
Suspension will remain in force until the special investigation team files a chargesheet. Action will be escalated or reviewed based on chargesheet
CPI(M), BJP boycott 'Priyadarshini launch
Kerala BJP protests UDF govt over free bus travel promise for women in KSRTC services
Palakkad District Public Library to hold contests for girls, women
As part of the librarys 13th anniversary celebrations
Nipah patient given second dose of monoclonal antibody drug
Kerala High Court directs crew of MSC Elsa 3 ship to approach magistrate court for bail
N.Hari appointed Rubber Board chairman
Mr. Hari currently serves as president of the BJPs central zone committee in Kerala
Educational conclave, anti-drug campaign in Kunnamangalam on June 20
TN will take all necessary steps to prevent shigellosis outbreaks, health minister says
The ministers remarks come in the wake of cases of shigellosis in neighbouring Kerala.
Edappally-Aroor bypass cries for upkeep
Motorists and pedestrians demand that the NHAI, which collects hefty tolls from motorists using Keralas busiest National Highway corridor, live up to expectations
Census 2027: 15-day self-enumeration period to begin in Kerala on June 16
Public can directly submit their household particulars through the portal https://se.census.gov.in/ till June 30; respondents are required to provide information based on their current place of residence
Major rail accident averted near Chirakkal in Kannur; case registered
Malappuram boy dies of shigellosis
The Malappuram district administration has announced a two-week campaign against communicable diseases from June 17
Free bus travel scheme for women rolls out in Ernakulam
Hibi Eden, MP, inaugurated the program. Mayor V.K. Minimol and Ernakulam MLA T.J. Vinod spoke
Football mania grips Keralam with community screenings and carnivals
Keralam embraces FIFA World Cup 2026 with football carnivals and local pride for player Tahsin Mohammed Jamshid
Task forces to study decline in arecanut productivity across Kerala: Agriculture Minister
79 accidents reported at level crossings in Palakkad in 2025-26
Keralas free bus ride scheme turns out to be a boon for women workers from Theni district
Mahila Morcha protest over free travel scheme triggers tense scenes
Commuters object after Mahila Morcha activists boarded a Fast Passenger bus demanding extension of the scheme to all KSRTC services
Criticism grows over Kerala Vice-Chancellors attending RSS chiefs programme
Kerala Sasthra Sahithya Parishad says higher education administrators have a special responsibility to uphold constitutional values such as secularism, pluralism and democratic principles. It cautions that association between university leadership and organisations identified with majoritarian ideological positions could create unease among students and the public
Finally, a dedicated teacher takes charge as headmaster at Edamalakkudy
Shameer C.A., a primary school teacher, took over as headmaster on Monday, stepping into a role that many other educators have avoided due to the regions extreme remoteness and lack of proper accommodation
Cashew import scam: Kerala HC dismisses appeal by Industries Secretary
Division Bench observes that there is no need to interfere in the contempt plea before the Single Bench; it directs A.P.M. Mohammad Hanish to appear before court in person on June 19
Seven-year-old Child Dies of Shigella In Kerala
The boy, identified as Arjav, a second standard student of Malappuram AUP School, had been undergoing treatment at the medical college where he succumbed to the infection
Unscientific pruning, neglect threaten Thiruvananthapurams tree wealth
Several tree-lover groups in the city are lobbying ardently for the protection of old trees, primarily on social media,stressing their collective value to society
Priyadarshini free bus travel scheme gets rousing start in Keralas Thrissur
Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala flags off district-level launch; he calls it a golden moment in Keralas history
Kannur Crime Branch nabs notorious vehicle thief after 22 years
The accused, identified as Baldev Singh (60), a native of Ghodi in Palwal district of Haryana, is wanted in several vehicle theft cases across northern Indian States and is also an accused in around 10 vehicle theft cases registered at Kannur Town police station in 2004
Seven-year-old dies of Shigella in Kerala; death toll rises to four
With the latest death, the number of fatalities linked to the bacterial infection in Kerala has risen to four in 2026. Health department data show that this is also the third Shigella-related death reported in June alone
Shigella toll rises in Kerala: Seven-year-old fourth victim this year
A seven-year-old boy in Kerala's Malappuram district has succumbed to Shigella infection, marking the state's fourth fatality from the disease this year. The child was admitted with fever and diarrhea, later diagnosed with the bacterial illness. Kerala has seen 138 confirmed Shigella cases so far in 2026, with ongoing surveillance and containment efforts in affected areas.
Kerala Police Arrest Man Accused Of Selling Stolen Cars After 22 Years On The Run
Haryana native Baldev Singh was arrested in Uttar Pradesh in a decades-old vehicle theft and forgery case linked to Kannur
BJP leader N Hari appointed rubber board chairman for three year term
N Hari, a BJP leader from Kerala, has been appointed the new chairman of the Rubber Board. The central government issued the order on Monday. Hari will serve a three-year term. He is the BJP's central zone president in Kerala. Hari is a native of Kottayam district. He has been a member of the Rubber Board for two years.
Keralas free bus scheme for women is here. Heres how it works
Kerala has launched the Priyadarshini free bus travel scheme, allowing women and transgender persons to travel free on selected KSRTC ordinary services. Who is eligible, which buses are covered, who will bear the cost, and why is the Opposition criticising the scheme? Heres everything you need to know.
Govindan says the party, not the media, decides who should be its leader
A section of commuters and critics have alleged that there have been concerted attempts by the public utility to rebrand ordinary buses as City Fast buses to bypass the schemes norms
Central Government Issues Notice to Kerala Waqf Board Amid Munambam Land Dispute
Thiruvananthapuram, June 15: In response to opposition from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the Ministry of Minority Affairs has issued a notice to the Kerala Waqf Board regarding the Munambam land dispute. Rajeev Chandrasekhar, the BJPs Kerala unit president and legislator, submitted a detailed complaint to Union Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju. Chandrasekhars complaint ... Read more Central Government Issues Notice to Kerala Waqf Board Amid Munambam Land Dispute
Shuhaib murder: Kerala HC allows father to be impleaded in case
Court allow States request to link another pending petition filed by accused challenging the mode of examination conducted by trial court. In this petition, High Court had set aside Thalassery Courts order to cancel bail granted
Census 2027: Primary, high school teachers form sizeable section of Census enumerators in Kerala
Supervisors drawn from higher secondary and high school teachers. Lower division and upper division clerks too included as enumerators and supervisors, say Census officials
Kerala lottery results today: Kerala Lottery Bhagyathara BT-58 results for Monday, 15 June 2026, have been officially declared. Ticket holders can now check their numbers for the 1 crore first prize and other attractive cash rewards. Full list of other winning numbers here.
K. Muraleedharan says the Devaswom department can decide on further action in the gold loss case only after SIT files its chargesheets in the two cases
Congress accccused of hypocrisy by BJP over attendig RSS event
BJP on Monday hit out at Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan for criticising three vice-chancellors who attended an RSS centenary event addressed by Mohan Bhagwat, accusing the Congress of hypocrisy and double standards
Anand Mahindra praises Karnatakas hidden gem Honavar
Bengaluru : Renowned industrialist and Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra has turned the spotlight on Karnatakas coastal beauty, describing Honavar in Uttara Kannada district as a hidden treasure that deserves recognition on par with Keralas world-famous backwaters. Sharing stunning visuals of Honavars backwaters and the Sharavathi River on social media platform X, Mahindra said he 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 .
Two Kottayam youths swept away by waves while bathing near Bekal in Kerala
Congress has problem with nationalists, not radical elements: BJP on Satheesans remarks
NEW DELHI: The BJP on Monday hit out at Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan for criticising three vice-chancellors who attended an RSS centenary event addressed by Mohan Bhagwat, accusing the Congress of hypocrisy and double standards. The remarks came after Satheesan criticised the participation of the Vice Chancellors of Kerala University, Mahatma Gandhi University []
Census 2027: Kerala begins self-enumeration from June 16
The public can directly submit their household particulars through the portal https://se.census.gov.in/ till June 30 the portal can be accessed from 6 .a.m. on Tuesday
Kheer Spills On Kerala Minister During State Bus Free Travel Scheme Launch
The incident happened inside a KSRTC bus when the minister was travelling as part of the launch of the Priyadarshini scheme. Congress workers who had boarded the bus to greet her brought payasam to offer her.
2 BJP Workers Injured In Attack In Kerala's Malappuram, Party Blames CPM
Both men sustained injuries to their hands and were rushed to a private hospital in Vandoor for first aid before being shifted to another hospital in Perinthalmanna for further treatment.
CMRL pay-off case: Company MD Sasidharan Karthas daughter appears before ED for questioning
ED likely to ask Shiby S. Kartha about services offered by Veenas now-defunct firm Exalogic Solutions to CMRL
KC Venugopal Demands Resignation of Kerala VCs For Attending RSS Event
He alleged that individuals influenced by RSS ideology were not fit to head prestigious educational institutions and demanded that they step down
Case Registered Over Derogatory Posts Against Kerala MP AA Rahim
The case has been registered against the users of Facebook accounts named 'Sreekanth Palickathode' and 'Riyas Thathoth'.
Case filed over defamatory Facebook post targeting Keralas CPI(M) MP Rahim
Police said Rahim alleged that a fake social media post carrying his photo was created and circulated, falsely claiming that persons arrested as part of States anti-narcotics drive Operation Toofan were members of CPI(M)-affiliated organisations SFI and DYFI
Kerala Launches Free Bus Travel Scheme for Women
Thiruvananthapuram, June 15: Keralas Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan inaugurated the states free bus travel scheme for women on Monday. This initiative is a significant promise from the Congress-led UDF manifesto. The launch event at Thampanoor Central Bus Terminal attracted a large crowd, including senior ministers, high-ranking officials, and leaders from the transport department. The inaugural ... Read more Kerala Launches Free Bus Travel Scheme for Women
Kerala launches free KSRTC travel scheme for women, transgender persons
Kerala's UDF government has launched the 'Priyadarshini' scheme. This initiative offers free travel for women and transgender individuals on ordinary KSRTC buses. The scheme aims to ease financial burdens for daily commuters. It fulfills a key election promise. Beneficiaries will receive zero-value tickets. The government expects statewide coverage.
Kerala Rolls Out Free Bus Travel For Women, Transgender Persons
Congress government's poll promise fulfilled; benefit available in 3,125 ordinary KSRTC buses across the state
Row Over Kerala VCs Attending RSS Event Escalates into BJP-UDF War
Former BJP Kerala president K Surendran strongly defended the Vice Chancellors' participation and the RSS while taking a swipe at Chief Minister V D Satheesan
Kerala launches Priyadarshini free bus travel scheme for women
Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan inaugurates scheme at Thampanoor. Inaugural journey carrying CM and other dignitaries to Secretariat operated by women crew
Grave Lapse: Chief Minister After 3 Kerala Vice Chancellors Attend RSS Event
The row erupted after Dr Mohanan Kunnummal (Kerala University of Health Sciences), Dr Mavoothu D (Mahatma Gandhi University), and Dr CR Prasad (Malayalam University) attended an RSS event addressed by Mohan Bhagwat, the Sarsanghchalak of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).
BMS warns of nationwide agitation against labour codes
The Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS), one of the countrys largest trade unions, has announced plans to launch a nationwide agitation against certain provisions of the Centres labour reforms, alleging that they undermine workers rights and weaken trade union activities. Inaugurating the two-day Kerala State Committee meeting of the BMS in Ernakulam on Sunday, All India 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 .
