Record surge in women patronage in KSRTC on Priyadarshini schemes inaugural day
On June 15, the KSRTC saw 13.29 lakh women passengers use its services, of which zero-fare tickets were issued to 7.83 lakh women. The KSRTC incurs a revenue loss of 2.20 crore on the first day following the launch of the scheme.
Mayor cries foul over exclusion from launch of free travel scheme for women
MSC Elsa 3 sinking: Kerala HC seeks Central agencies response on EIA
Keralas move to intensify wild boar culling comes under fire
KFRI scientist calls for a science-based management strategy, warning that indiscriminate killing could create ecological imbalances
CPI(M) files complaint against individuals spreading fake news
School student stabbed in Vembayam
Waterborne disease prevention: bottled water to be tested
Wayside food joints which are functioning in an unhygienic manner will be closed down. Eight shigellosis cases reported in Kerala on Tuesday
Two more contacts of Nipah patient discharged from Kozhikode MCH
Pinarayi criticises Centres constitution of panel to study demographic changes
Keralas Leader of the Opposition says the committees framework is based on the content of political speeches made by people including RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat
As war clouds recedes, Kerala looks to an influx of Arab tourists in monsoon season
CM to inaugurate Reading Day celebrations on June 19
RGCB invites applications for MSc Biotechnology course
Kerala govt. forms steering committee for implementation of VBG RAM G
The VBG RAM G is set to come into force across the country on July 1
Private bus operators seek compensation for free ride for women on KSRTC buses
Mons Joseph calls on Vellappally Natesan
Lineman electrocuted during maintenance work in Thrissur
Court orders further probe into alleged assault on YC workers by E.P. Jayarajan aboard flight
Two cases of shigellosis reported in Keralas Idukki
Infection detected in two children, aged four and nine, from the Kanjikuzhi panchayat limits
Kalamassery police launch probe into complaint against YouTuber Thoppi
Kafir screenshot row in Kerala: SIT arrests DYFI local leader in Vadakara
Jithin Bhaskaran, the arrested activist, is a member of the DYFIs Vadakara block committee. He is reported to have shared the screenshot in a WhatsApp group
Kozhikode railway station to launch coach-themed restaurant
TDB inspects Sabarimala temple roof following reports of discolouration
Preliminary assessments indicate that the substance that flowed over the roof is most likely ghee. An official says that an inspection has confirmed that it is not any chemical substance
Thiruvananthapurams Chalachitra Film Society turns 50
Born within the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre in 1976, Chalachitra Film Society grew into one of citys most influential cultural platforms
Don't curtail schemes in budget citing fiscal constraints, K.N. Balagopal tells UDF government
Forest Minister Shibu Baby John assures support for child injured in Chinnakkanal elephant attack
Ration supplies will be delivered to the familys home until Rakshan attains the age of 18. The children, who have lost both their parents, will also receive a monthly assistance of 5,000.
UDF reaches fragile truce in Pala amid power-sharing row
With coalition partners revising their power-sharing arrangement ahead of a crucial municipal council meeting on Wednesday
Kerala Muslim League MLA Fathima Issues Stern Warning to Paparazzis
Mend your ways or face legal action
Rich imagination and perspectives in terracotta sculptures
Central agencies join Operation Toofan to intensify anti-drug crackdown in Kerala
KSEB services must be people-friendly: Sunny Joseph
Minister issues several directives to improve operational efficiency and strengthen monsoon preparedness
Woman held for attempted gold chain theft amid Kottiyoor fest
The accused, Jyothi, was allegedly caught red-handed while trying to snatch a gold chain from a devotee
Illegally parked vehicles hold citys neighbourhood roads hostage
Residents say roadside parking by private vehicles is disrupting traffic, endangering pedestrians and schoolchildren, and undermining the quality of life in urban neighbourhoods
AMMA row: Police record statements of Tini Tom, Shweta Menon on actor Ansiba Hassans complaint
Police sources say Tini Tom refuted making any communal remarks against Ansiba and accused her of filing the complaint out of personal vendetta
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 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.
Kerala plans outbreak calendar to boost disease prediction and response
Health Minister K. Muraleedharan blames poor monsoon cleaning for current Shigella outbreak in Kerala
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
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
Video of a Church Being Demolished in Keralas Idukki Shared With False Claim
The video was found to originate from Idukki in Kerala.
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
PDP objects to the transfer of Waqf Board CEO
Political ideologies hinder Central schemes from reaching Kerala, says Suresh Gopi
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.
Five wild boars culled in Kannur
Kerala Waqf Board defends uploading of Munambam property details on UMEED portal
The Board argued that it decided to directly upload the details of all the registered Waqf properties, which were not uploaded by the concerned Mutawallis, as it was the statutory authority responsible for the supervision and protection of Waqf properties
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
Nipah patient given second dose of monoclonal antibody drug
Virtual queue system to be launched at Guruvayur temple in Kerala to ease rush
Land acquisition for development to be completed in nine months, says Minister K. Muraleedharan
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
Major rail accident averted near Chirakkal in Kannur; case registered
Goethe-Zentrum to screen movie on Germanys football origins
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
New Kathakali production brings Mandodari to centrestage
It explores the story of the queen of Lanka through a narrative that links the Ramayana and the Mahabharata
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
