Sense of insecurity emerges as key concern of elderly people during panels sitting in Kochi
Complaints lodged by senior citizens with the Kerala State Elderly Commission pertained to issues including neglect of elderly parents by adult children, financial cheating, and trouble from neighbours
New seahorse species identified by Kerala researchers
The new species, named after noted marine biologist Amanda Vincent, was collected from the fish bycatch at the Tuticorin fisheries harbour
Basic facilities lacking in relief camps, says CPI(M) Kerala secretary M.V. Govindan
The Chief Minister has failed in coordinating effectively while focussing his energies on inaugurating jewelleries and taking part in banquets, says Govindan
Plus Two student booked over alleged ragging incident in Keralas Ernakulam
The case stems from a complaint that a 16-year-old Plus One student of a school at Perumbavoor in Ernakulam was ragged and assaulted inside the restroom of the school by a group of students including his seniors
Forest officials arrest two persons for poaching
The duo made the country-made explosives and also sourced some of these from neighbouring Kerala through acquaintances, for hunting of small wild animals
152 commando recruits join Kerala Police after IRB training
Reviewed the passing-out parade, State Police Chief Ravada A. Chandrasekhar urges the newly inducted commandos to uphold the Constitution, discipline, and professionalism in the line of duty
Kerala University conducts surprise inspection at Kerala Law Academy
Kerala rains 2026: Death toll in rain-related incidents rises to 25
Although the intensity of the rain subsided, a fresh heavy spell likely this weekend
Kerala High Court Sets Final Deadline for Abhimanyu Murder Case Trial
Kochi, August 4: The Kerala High Court has granted the Ernakulam Principal Sessions Court a final deadline of four months to complete the trial in the 2018 murder case of SFI leader Abhimanyu. The court made it clear that no further extensions would be permitted. Justice Kausar Edappagaths bench extended the timeline after the trial ... Read more Kerala High Court Sets Final Deadline for Abhimanyu Murder Case Trial
A 93-year-old farmer and local historian from Kerala left behind a recorded message thanking family, friends and neighbours, which was played at his funeral, leaving mourners deeply moved.
Death of Basheer: Kerala HC grants State a week to respond to plea against change of trial court
Kerala High Court directs CBI to conclude investigation in Jesna missing case within 6 months
Court says that the probe should not continue indefinitely as eight years has passed since she was last seen
Kerala Takes Significant Step Towards Establishing AYUSH University
Thiruvananthapuram, August 4: Kerala has taken a crucial formal step towards establishing an independent AYUSH university. This initiative is expected to invigorate academic activities in the coming days and enhance enthusiasm in research and innovation. On Tuesday, Health and Devaswom Minister K. Muraleedharan announced the formation of a four-member committee tasked with drafting proposals for ... Read more Kerala Takes Significant Step Towards Establishing AYUSH University
Kerala HC directs Meta to unblock journalists Facebook account
Cut in Plan fund sparks heated debate in Kozhikode Corporation Council
The State government had slashed the Corporations Plan fund from 132 crore to 23 crore, says development standing committee chairman V.P. Manoj
Amitabbh Singh assumes charge as Chief Postmaster General, Kerala Circle
During his career, Singh has held several key positions in the Department of Posts
Railway officers torchbearers of New Indias pace, capability and resolve: LG Sinha
Srinagar, Aug 04: The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today addressed and congratulated the officer trainees of the Indian Railways Institute of Transport Management, Lucknow, who are on the field visit to Jammu Kashmir. The Lieutenant Governor highlighted their important role in shaping the future of the Indian Railway Management Service (IRMS) and expressed immense pleasure in interacting with the 69 officer trainees selected through the Civil Services Examination in 2022, 2023, and 2024 batch. You are the torchbearers of New Indias pace, capability, and resolve. The diversity of backgrounds among the trainees, spanning engineering, medicine, law, science, and the arts, and representing states/UTs across the country including Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Delhi, West Bengal, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Uttarakhand, Haryana, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Kerala, Odisha, and Chandigarh, reflects the soul of India. This diversity transforms into a shared national purpose during training, making the Institute a true laboratory of national unity, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor emphasized the key role of Indian Railways in Indias transformation. He highlighted the progress achieved over the past 12 years under the leadership of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Electrification at record levels, the expansion of the dedicated Freight Corridor, the realization of the dream of connecting Kashmir to Kanyakumari, the launch of world-class Vande Bharat trains, and modernization of stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme are hallmarks of this new era. It must be noted by the officer trainees that Indian Railways is no longer just a passenger transport system but the driving force of economic development, logistics efficiency, and national unity, he said. The Lieutenant Governor urged the officer trainees to embrace their responsibilities as tough administrators and also as nation-builders. He also stressed the importance of efficiency in freight and passenger transportation. Every minute saved reduces logistics costs, strengthens industry competitiveness, and enhances Indias global standing. Officers of IRMS, IRPFS, and Accounts must balance administrative discipline with human sensitivity, ensuring safety, financial prudence, and public service, he said. The Lieutenant Governor outlined three guiding principles for the trainees including continuous innovation through digital technology, artificial intelligence, and data-driven systems, citizen-first service with respect, accessibility, and sensitivity for all passengers and freight customers and integrity and transparency as custodians of unprecedented national investments in Indian Railways. India is moving forward with confidence towards becoming a developed nation by 2047. Your decisions, strategies, and leadership will directly shape the future of millions of Indians. I hope you will remain dedicated to the selfless service of Mother India, lighting the path to a bright and prosperous future, the Lieutenant Governor said. Rahul, Course Director and Professor (Traffic Planning & Costing), officials and faculty members of Indian Railways Institute of Transport Management were also present.
Floodwaters breach new areas in Kottayam and Pathanamthitta
Floodwater has been spreading to more areas of Upper Kuttanad
Auto-rickshaw driver Shafeeq testifies before court that he did not know who was driving the car that hit Basheer and that he could not identify the accused
Kerala High Court quashes defamation proceedings against news channel
Kerala government removes performance-linked conditions for ASHAs to receive full honorarium
Removal of performance-linked criteria attached to the payment of honorarium had been one of the long-standing demands of ASHAs
Abhimanyu murder case: Kerala High Court directs completion of trial within 4 months
BJP alleges unscientific construction of canal on Thrissurs Kuruppam Road
Party accuses Thrissur Corporation of pursuing a flawed project that inconveniences traders and the public
Kerala govt. appoints Anjana M. as special secretary of Disaster Management department
She will hold the full additional charge of the post in addition to the existing charges
Local body in Idukki tackles flood by clearing streams and culverts
Despite the panchayat area receiving nearly 100 mm of rainfall on the morning of August 1, no waterlogging was reported in the town or surrounding settlements
Fire breaks out at under-construction building at Thrissur Medical College Hospital
Blaze, suspected to have been caused by a short circuit, was brought under control; no patients were affected
Protest launched demanding cattle underpass at Chombala
The protesters urged the authorities to construct a CUP near the Chombala block office, citing concerns that access to the Government Veterinary Hospital and the mini stadium would be cut off once the NH construction was completed.
Authorised shooters selected by local self-government institutions will no longer be confined to the respective administrative limits and can be deployed across the State without any district restrictions
Silt fills almost half the storage in Keralas Malankara dam causing capacity crisis
As per a 2021 study, silt occupies 48.95% of the reservoirs total storage capacity, leading to a serious crisis in managing water storage and prevent flooding in the Thodupuzha and Muvattupuzha rivers
Rough seas: Fishers in Keralas Kollam instructed to stay ashore till Aug. 8
Bodies of two men swept away by swollen rivers in Kannur recovered after three-day search
Heavy rains lash Kerala: 25 dead, 4 missing, 10 injured; 'red alert' in 8 districts
Kerala faces severe flooding after heavy rains since August 1. Twenty-five lives have been lost and thousands displaced to relief camps. Hundreds of homes suffered damage, with 52 completely destroyed by the deluge. Excess rainfall of 181 percent has triggered red alerts in eight districts. Authorities are providing aid and monitoring river levels closely.
Holiday for educational institutions in Wayanad on August 5
Case registered for attack on nurse
According to a complaint, a 108 ambulance was intercepted,and a male nurse was verbally abused and assaulted
Security at Kozhikode MCH to be strengthened
More staff are being deployed to ensure round-the-clock security. Caregivers of patients are allowed only at designated places in the hospital. They should not assemble in wards, corridors, stairs, entrances, parking areas, and other public spaces.
Jubilee Mission Hospital nurses strike ends after conciliation talks
Management agrees to reinstate all striking nurses in phases, assures no retaliatory action; wage-related issues to be taken up in further negotiations
Kerala to set up an independent AYUSH University
Four-member committee constituted to prepare draft legislation for proposed university, which aims to bring all AYUSH educational institutions under a single umbrella
Kerala lineman swims across raging stream to bring back light
Heavy rain triggers crop loss and property damage across Kollam district in Kerala
KAU warns farmers of rising crop disease risk amid heavy rains
University urges immediate drainage measures and timely disease prevention to protect paddy, banana, spices and vegetable crops from prolonged monsoon damage
Kerala Receives 181 per Cent Excess Rain in First Four Days of August
The figures underline the widespread nature of the intense monsoon spell that has battered Kerala during the first four days of August
Kerala CM Satheesan Visits Flood-Hit Areas, Announces Resilience Plan
Satheesan said the proposed disaster management and resilience system, which he said would be the most effective in the country, would be taken up after examining all aspects, including landslides and landslips inside forests
Kerala To Set Up Standalone AYUSH University; Panel To Draft Bill
He described the initiative as a historic step towards creating an exclusive academic ecosystem for the AYUSH sector in the state, according to a statement
Kerala man wins over Rs 1 lakh from Air India after 9-year legal battle over missed Saudi flight
A consumer commission ruled against Air India, requiring the airline to compensate a passenger who missed his international flight after a domestic delay in 2017. The incident resulted in financial loss and considerable emotional distress for the passenger. Despite Air India's defense of no service deficiency, the commission deemed the airline accountable, ordering a compensation of Rs 1.36 lakh.
Kochi Corporation writes to Kerala govt seeking approval for changes in city master plan
Master plan special committees move follows petitions from the public
Kerala High Court grants bail to four more accused of attacking ED officials
Court had allowed the petitions noting that the accused had spent more than 60 days in custody and that the investigation had reached its final stage
Heavy Rains Continue to Pour Over Kerala, Red Alert in 8 Districts
The IMD issued the red alert in Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur and Kasaragod districts of the state
Kerala rains: Kozhikode police issue alert over landslides, flooding and dam releases
Patrolling and surveillance strengthened in low-lying areas, riverbanks, waterlogged roads, bridges, beaches, tourist spots, and areas prone to landslide; public urged to adhere strictly to safety guidelines
Backlash after Minister allegedly suggested that a significant section of women were pretending to be poor' to avail themselves of free travel on KSRTC ordinary-class buses under UDF governments flagship scheme
CPI(M) leader alleges that the rescue operation for the BJP councillor to secure leave and avoid disqualification was Congresss repayment of its debt for vote trading in the recent elections
Clear weather prevails in north Kerala, water-logging continues in Kozhikode
Red alert issued in Kozhikode, Kannur, Kasaragod, and Wayanad
Overseas Job Fraud: AP Tops Complaint List, Telangana Ranks 3rd
Kerala and Tamil Nadu stood in the second and third places, while Telangana recorded 339 complaints, placing it fourth among the states.
Kerala govt to set up pilot disaster resilience system in Pathanamthitta, says V.D. Satheesan
CM reviews flood relief operations in the district, says system to comprise a denser network of rain gauges and advanced early warning mechanism; confirms reports of a major landslide and several minor landslips inside forest areas
Recommendations are part of interim report of committee formed by Kerala State Higher Education Council to evaluate implementation of FYUGP inuniversities and colleges
Kerala rains: IMD issues red alert for eight districts on August 4
As per the revised rain alert, Pathanamthitta, Idukki, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur and Kasaragod districts are on red alert
Kerala rains: Rainfall eases in Malappuram, Palakkad but authorities maintain alert
Though water levels in the Bharathapuzha, Kadalundipuzha, Chaliyar and Kunthipuzha rivers began to recede, authorities have urged people living in hilly areas and along riverbanks to remain vigilant
Kerala HC Acquits Woman Sentenced to Life for Murder of Newborn
The woman, in her appeal, had claimed that she was falsely implicated in the case by her husband as he wanted to marry someone else
Kerala hit by monsoon landslides | Explained
Kerala receives around 3,000 mm of annual rainfall, often in uneven, high-intensity spells that are becoming more frequent and extreme, exacerbated by global warming and climate change
Division Bench reviews reports by Sabarimala Special Commissioner and Chief Vigilance and Security Officer of Travancore Devaswom in a suo motu proceeding initiated regarding alleged misappropriation of ghee supplied to Sabarimala
Kerala: KAS Officer Suspended Over Leave File for Detained BJP Councillor
The suspended Under Secretary of the Local Self Government Department, Dr Chithra P Arunima, is a Kerala Administrative Service (KAS) official
Virtual queue system for darshan begins at Guruvayur temple in Kerala
New online booking system begins on a trial basis, allowing 300 devotees every hour for a smoother pilgrimage experience
Weather tomorrow: IMD forecasts of heavy rain across several states; thunderstorms, lightning likely
Heavy rainfall is forecast across Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Himachal Pradesh, and the Northeast. Arunachal Pradesh and Meghalaya anticipate extremely heavy showers, potentially impacting Assam's border districts. Widespread rain and thundershowers will continue in Uttar Pradesh through August sixth. Himachal Pradesh expects rainfall until August seventh, with caution advised for travelers. Kerala will experience heavy rainfall and thunderstorms until August eighth.
Kerala Flood Death Toll Rises to 21 Amid Heavy Rainfall Alerts
Thiruvananthapuram, August 4: The death toll in Kerala due to relentless rainfall has reached 21, with six individuals still missing. The situation across the state has become critical due to severe flooding. Floods, landslides, and overflowing rivers have displaced thousands, damaging homes and roads. Authorities have been compelled to intensify rescue and relief efforts in ... Read more Kerala Flood Death Toll Rises to 21 Amid Heavy Rainfall Alerts
Heavy Rain Lashes North Kerala; Bayar Records Highest Rainfall of 121.5 mm
Muliyar, also in Kasaragod, received 81 mm, while Kannur Airport recorded 74 mm. Urumi in Kozhikode received 65 mm
Kerala HC slams State govt over promotion of DGP S. Sreejith
Court criticises govt for the move before deciding on demand for an inquiry into appointment of two bodybuilders as Sub-Inspectors
Preference for private healthcare higher in rural Kozhikode, says study
Out-of-pocket expenditure remains considerable among insured and uninsured households
Hospitals in Keralas Ernakulam face full capacity with spike in influenza, fever cases
VD Satheesan Defends Chopper Use, Hits Back At Left Over Flood Criticism
Kerala Chief Minister added that the trip did not cost the government anything extra as the chopper had been hired by the previous LDF government.
Kerala HC approves appointment of Kandararu Brahmadathan as new Sabarimala Tantri
Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast across many Indian regions on Monday. Isolated extremely heavy rainfall is expected over Assam, Meghalaya, and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim. Many northern states, including Delhi and Uttar Pradesh, will experience heavy showers. Thunderstorms, gusty winds, and squally weather are predicted for several other areas. Coastal regions of Karnataka and Kerala anticipate squally weather with strong winds.
Milma Denies Involvement in Sabari Mala Ghee Scam, Questions Allegations of Adulteration
Thiruvananthapuram, August 4: A controversy surrounding alleged irregularities in ghee supply at Keralas renowned Sabari Mala temple took a new turn on Monday. The states cooperative body, Milma, denied any involvement in the matter and raised questions about how such alleged tampering went unnoticed until now. This latest dispute follows the recent gold smuggling case ... Read more Milma Denies Involvement in Sabari Mala Ghee Scam, Questions Allegations of Adulteration
The dilemma over PM SHRI in Kerala
The UDF is caught between the need for central funds and maintaining its integrity
Amid a flood of holiday demands, Collectors weather an online storm
As online demands and criticism over rain holidays mount, District Collectors say decisions are guided by weather data and field reportsnot social media pressure; school closures during orange, yellow alerts depend on local assessments, they say
Search continues for two missing in Kannur
Holiday declared in Malappuram
Kerala rains: heavy rain continues to batter district
A total of 964 people from 365 families remain in 32 relief camps in Kozhikode as heavy rain continues and schools remain shut for a second day; more than a dozen relief camps have closed in Wayanad after many displaced families returned home, leaving 584 people in 14 camps
Sriram Venkitaraman got exemptions that even P.T. Chacko did not get: Muraleedharan
The IAS officer is accused in the death of K.M. Basheer, the Thiruvananthapuram bureau chief ofMalayalam daily Siraj , in 2019
Kerala Government Completes Long-Pending Ration Card Distribution Ahead of Onam
Thiruvananthapuram, August 3: The Kerala government announced a significant achievement on Monday as part of its 100-day action program. The administration successfully distributed 73,024 new Priority Ration Cards and 2,000 Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) cards within the stipulated timeframe. Food and Civil Supplies Minister Anoop Jacob inaugurated the state-level program for distributing the new cards. ... Read more Kerala Government Completes Long-Pending Ration Card Distribution Ahead of Onam
P.K.Aju new Chief Airport Officer of Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
UDF govt. in Kerala aiding roll-out of RSS-BJP agenda: CPI
Kerala University to establish Ganapati Sastri Chair
Riverbanks, low-lying areas of Ernakulam district remain on alert despite relief from heavy rain
A total of 110 people remained in relief camps across the district on Monday following heavy downpours over the past few days. Eight camps remained active in the districtfour in Muvattupuzha taluk and two each in Kunnathunad and Kothamangalamwhile four had been closed.
Over 31,000 people avail Kerala Polices Locked House service through POL-APP
Remove hazardous trees near schools, says Kerala Minister
Kerala High Court denies appeal against stay on police association rejig
An order by the Additional Chief Secretary (Home) abolished the Kerala Police Officers Association and re-distributed its members and assets among two other police associations. A Single Bench stayed the order and a former office-bearer of Kerala Police Association appealed against the stay.
Kerala floods 2026: death toll climbs to 18 even as rain intensity abates
CM Satheesan says the situation in most districts is now under control following a decline in rainfall. Eighteen people lost their lives in rain-related incidents, while three others remain missing, according to official figures.
Orange alert issued for Keralas Palakkad district on Tuesday
Heavy rain continued to lash the district on Monday
