Keralam fishers urge review of turtle-excluder device requirement
Federation of Fishing Boats and Fishery Industries of Kerala says that when a turtle exits, an estimated 810% of the catch may also be lost
Kerala BJP youth outfits step up protests against CM Satheesan
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 30 (IANS) The BJP's youth organisation has stepped up protests against Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan across Kerala, calling them a tit-for-tat response to the Youth Congress protest against Union Home Minister Amit Shah during his visit to Kollam last week. The protests have now brought the political confrontation between the ruling Congress-led UDF and the BJP to the streets. BJP Yuva Morcha workers have targeted CM Satheesan as well as other ministers during their protests. Youth Congress workers had staged a protest when HM Shah arrived in Kollam last week. The BJP youth wing has described its protests against CM Satheesan as a response to that incident. The confrontation also involved State Sports Minister and Youth Congress president O.K. Janeesh. As the protests intensified, Yuva Morcha workers also staged a protest against Janeesh when his vehicle passed. In the early hours of Wednesday, Yuva Morcha workers staged a protest when CM Satheesan returned from Delhi and was travelling to his official residence in Thiruvananthapuram. The protests have also spilled over into attacks on Congress offices. Two Congress offices in the district were damaged after stones were allegedly thrown at them. The incidents drew a sharp response from state Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala and state Congress president and Electricity Minister Sunny Joseph. Chennithala said protests were part of democratic politics and could be held, but destruction could not be accepted. Such incidents would not be tolerated, and action would be taken, he said. Sunny Joseph also expressed strong resentment over the attacks and said political protests should not take the form of violence or destruction. The escalation comes as the new government faces increasingly aggressive street protests from Opposition organisations. CM Satheesan has maintained a relatively small security convoy since taking office. Unlike his predecessor, Pinarayi Vijayan, he has been travelling with only a pilot and an escort vehicle. On Wednesday morning, CM Satheesan reportedly expressed his displeasure on seeing an additional pilot vehicle when he had arrived for the inauguration of a function. The latest protests, however, have raised fresh concerns within the government over the security of the Chief Minister as political clashes between the Congress and BJP youth organisations intensify. The BJP youth outfits have indicated that their street protests will continue, keeping the confrontation between the two sides alive in the coming days.
Reporter TV MD gets fresh notice to appear before Kerala Police
Digital Desk | Kochi, Sep 30 (IANS) Kalamassery police in Kerala have issued a fresh notice to controversial Reporter TV Managing Director Anto Augustine, directing him to appear for questioning on Thursday in the case registered over his alleged defamatory remarks against Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan. The police had initially asked Augustine to appear before them on Monday. However, he did not turn up. His lawyer informed the police that Augustine was not in the city and would appear only after October 5. The police rejected the request, saying they could not give him so much time. A fresh notice was subsequently issued directing him to appear at the Kalamassery police station on Thursday. Augustine had earlier indicated that he would approach the Kerala High Court seeking the quashing of the FIR. The case was registered on a complaint by KPCC spokesperson Raju P. Nair. It relates to remarks made by Augustine at a public function about two weeks ago. Augustine had claimed that two young men had approached him with documents relating to an alleged marriage of the Chief Minister. He said he had conducted an enquiry into the documents at the Baindoor Sub-Registrar's Office and that the documents were in his possession. The remarks triggered a political controversy as they were seen as an allegation concerning the personal life of the Chief Minister. Raju P. Nair later approached the police, alleging that Augustine had made the remarks with the intention of publicly insulting CM Satheesan. Following a direction from the Director General of Police, a case was registered. The FIR alleges that Augustine and two others were involved in a conspiracy and had knowingly kept forged documents in their possession. Police are examining the origin and authenticity of the documents and the circumstances in which they came into Augustine's possession. The complainant has also sought seizure of the documents and examination of CCTV footage to identify those allegedly involved in preparing them. The case comes at a time when Augustine is facing legal proceedings in several other matters, including the Muttil tree-felling cases. He was also recently arrested in an Abkari case and was later granted bail. The police are now awaiting Augustine's appearance on Thursday as they proceed with the investigation into the allegations.
Greens question expertise of members on Keralams human-wildlife conflict panel
Environmental groups raise concerns over criteria adopted by State government in selecting members, particularly the inclusion of people lacking experience in dealing with human-wildlife conflict
Kinetiq RRobotics Deploys Nova Robotic Concierge at Cochin International Airport
KINETIQ ROBOTICS AND COCHIN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT LIMITED REPRESENTATIVES GATHER WITH NOVA: the AI-driven service robot, to mark its passenger-facing debut. Kochi (Kerala) [India], September 30: Live Passenger-Facing Robot Combines Airport
76-yr-old gets 13-yr jail for robbing bank 38 years ago
A 76-year-old man, Abdul Samad, has been sentenced to 13 years in prison and fined Rs 16,000 for his involvement in a 1988 bank robbery at the Nallurnad Service Cooperative Bank in Wayanad, Kerala. This sentencing concludes a decades-long legal process for the six-member gang.
Keralam Man, 76, Gets 13 Years Jail In 1988 Bank Robbery Case
According to police, the robbery took place in the early hours of January 8, 1988, when a six-member gang broke into the bank.
Delhi-NCR likely to turn dry as rains ease; air quality remains in moderate category
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) Delhi-NCR is likely to witness a significant shift in weather from Wednesday, with the recent spell of rain and thunderstorms expected to give way to predominantly dry conditions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast mainly clear skies over the national capital and neighbouring areas, with dry weather likely to prevail across Delhi, Haryana and Chandigarh through the first week of October. The change comes after showers on Tuesday brought a noticeable chill to Delhi, with temperatures briefly giving the national capital a winter-like feel. However, the latest weather forecast indicates that rainfall activity is likely to subside from Wednesday, particularly over northwest India. Delhi, Haryana, Punjab and parts of Uttar Pradesh are expected to remain largely dry as the recent rain and thunderstorm activity weakens. Delhi is likely to record a minimum temperature of around 24 degrees Celsius and a maximum temperature of nearly 33 degrees Celsius on Wednesday. While northwest India is expected to remain mostly dry, weather conditions across the rest of the country are likely to remain varied. Rain and thunderstorms are expected to continue over parts of southern, eastern and northeastern India. According to the IMD forecast, isolated heavy rainfall is likely over several areas of the Northeast and southern peninsula on Wednesday. The southern peninsula is expected to remain one of the major rain-affected regions, with some areas likely to receive heavy showers. The IMD has classified Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi as dry on Wednesday. Similar conditions are expected over Punjab, Rajasthan and most parts of Uttar Pradesh. The contrasting weather conditions across different regions are being influenced by several atmospheric systems currently active over the country. A depression over coastal Myanmar and the adjoining Bay of Bengal was moving rapidly north-northwestwards on Tuesday. The system was expected to weaken into a well-marked low-pressure area later on September 29 and continue moving towards southeast Bangladesh and adjoining northeastern parts of India. At the same time, a western disturbance and associated upper-air systems continue to influence parts of north India. Another circulation and trough are extending across southern India. The interaction and movement of these systems are contributing to the contrasting weather patterns being observed across the country. The IMD also recorded heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places over Haryana during the 24 hours ending Tuesday morning. The rainfall highlights the intensity of the recent spell over parts of north India, even as the broader weather pattern is now expected to turn predominantly dry. The southwest monsoon is also continuing its gradual withdrawal from the country as the rainy season approaches its conclusion. With the monsoon retreating, northwest India is expected to gradually transition towards predominantly dry weather. However, rainfall activity is likely to persist in several other parts of the country. Uttarakhand may experience isolated rain and thunderstorms through October 4, while Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh could witness similar weather conditions between October 2 and 4. Himachal Pradesh may also receive isolated showers during the period. In central India, rain and thunderstorms are likely over parts of Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha and Chhattisgarh in the coming days. The Northeast is expected to remain relatively wetter, with rainfall forecast over Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura through October 4. Some areas may also receive heavy rainfall. Southern India is likely to remain another significant zone of rainfall. The IMD has forecast isolated heavy showers over parts of the southern peninsula during the next four to five days, with Tamil Nadu, Kerala and South Interior Karnataka among the areas likely to receive heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, Delhi's air quality remained in the 'moderate' category. The Air Quality Index (AQI) readings included Mandir Marg at 97, Aya Nagar at 79, Punjabi Bagh at 113, CRRI Mathura Road at 138, Pusa at 149, Sirifort at 105, IGI Airport (T3) at 101, Commonwealth Sports Complex at 122, North Campus at 122, R K Puram at 122, ITO at 86, IIT Delhi at 140, DTU at 100, Wazirpur at 134, Jahangirpuri at 153, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium at 105, Anand Vihar at 105 and Cantonment Area at 105.
Muthanga verdict: whose death counts?
Twenty-three years produced a trial, 47 witnesses and a 217-page judgment for Vinods death. For Jogi, they produced nothing not a charge, a witness, or a line of inquiry.
Al Fursan-led consortium acquires Kerala Blasters FC from Magnum Group
Kerala Church Thanks PM Modi for Efforts in Releasing Detained Members
The Malankara Mar Thoma Syrian Church expresses gratitude to PM Modi for securing the release of its members from Saudi detention. Kerala Church Thanks PM Modi for Efforts in Releasing Detained Members
Kerala to review colour code for tourist buses
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 29 (IANS) The Kerala government, led by Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan, has directed the State Transport Authority (STA) to review the uniform colour code prescribed for tourist buses in the state. The decision follows complaints from the tourism and tourist transport sectors that Keralas colour restrictions are not in line with the rules followed in other states. The Transport Department has now asked the STA to examine the issue and take a fresh decision. Kerala had introduced a uniform colour code for contract carriage vehicles, including tourist buses, in 2021. The decision was taken by the STA under the Kerala Motor Vehicles Rules. The colour code was introduced after a direction from the Kerala High Court on road safety. The court had also directed that large photographs and writings of film stars should not be displayed on the body or safety glass of buses. The Central governments All India Tourist Vehicles (Permit) Rules, 2023 do not prescribe any specific colour for tourist vehicles. This has led to complaints from tourist bus operators in Kerala. They pointed out that tourist buses operating with All India Tourist Permits from other states do not face the same colour restriction. According to the government order, some operators have also registered their buses in other states because of the restrictions in Kerala. The government said this could affect the states revenue from motor vehicle tax and permit fees. Transport Secretary T.V. Anupama has issued a gazette notification in this regard. The government has invoked Section 67(1)(d) of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, while directing the STA to review the earlier decision. The STA has been asked to examine the issue in light of the Central rules and the directions issued by the High Court. The review does not mean that the road safety directions of the High Court will be withdrawn. The restriction on large film star photographs and writings on the bus body and safety glass will continue. The STA will examine the existing colour code and decide whether it should be retained, modified or changed. The final decision will be taken by the State Transport Authority.
Rahul Gandhi urged to ensure social diversity in Kerala Planning Board
The memorandum requests that corrective steps be taken to ensure that the constitutional values of social diversity, professional excellence, inclusion and equal opportunity are reflected in the composition of the Planning Board.
SFI, KSU claim gains in college union polls in Ernakulam
SFI wins all seats at Maharajas College and 13 of 14 at St. Peters College; KSU wrests unions from SFI at six colleges, including Cochin College; KSU retains unions at 10 colleges, including Sacred Heart and Sree Sankara College
CPI seeks rehabilitation package for P&T apartment residents
A delegation led by CPI district secretary N. Arun visited the complex and expressed solidarity with the residents staging protest
UAE-based Al Fursan is the new owner of Kerala Blasters
Decomposed body found inside old railway coach at Ponnurunni yard in Kochi
Police sources said the body is suspected to be at least a month old, and the advanced state of decomposition has made identification difficult
Virat Kohli's Guwahati Legacy Faces Its Next Test Against West Indies
After accomplishing a double of 15,000 ODI runs and the 86th international century with a chase masterclass at Kerala, Virat Kohli will set his eyes on a series-winning knock, preferably a century for his legion of fans in Assam.
Protest intensifies against large-scale water extraction from Tejaswini river in Keralams Kasaragod
The proposed Trikkaripur adjoining panchayat drinking water project of the Kerala Water Authority envisages drawing water from the Tejaswini and supplying it to Kariverllur-Peralam and Kankol-Alapadamba panchayats in Kannur and five panchayats in Kasaragod
Major fire breaks out at Fort Kochis iconic Koder House
No casualty has been reported yet. Fire and Rescue Services units from Mattancherry were trying to douse the fire.
Pinarayi calls for government intervention to settle strike by Madhyamam staff
Leader of the Opposition was speaking at a day-and-night-agitation organised by the Kerala Union of Working Journalists and the Kerala Newspaper Employees Federation with the support of 12 Central and State trade unions in front of the Secretariat
Keralam govt. directs KMSCL to expedite medicine purchase orders
Directives were given at a meeting convened by Health Minister K. Muraleedharan after medicine shortage was reported from periphery hospitals to tertiary care centres
Seminar on boosting Wayanad coffee held
Mananthavady MLA Usha Vijayan says Wayanad coffee needs to be developed into a value-added product and taken to global markets through processing, packaging, and branding, rather than viewed merely as an agricultural commodity.
B'deshi terror group's plot foiled, 13 held from 3 states
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested 13 individuals across Assam, West Bengal, and Kerala for their alleged involvement in a terror conspiracy orchestrated by Imam Mahmuder Kafila (IMK), an offshoot of the proscribed Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB). The group aimed to radicalise youth and expand its extremist network in eastern and northeastern India through online modules, clandestine meetings, and propaganda.
Kannur Dussehra to conclude with 500-drone spectacle
Keralam government weighs proposal for UN University centre
Guwahati, Chapter 4: 'King' Kohli eyes quartet of ODI tons in Assam during second WI clash
After setting the stage at Thiruvananthapuram on fire with a sixy 88-ball 139*, Indian batting icon Virat Kohli will be aiming to continue his red-hot ODI streak during the second West Indies clash at Assam, a state where the talismanic number three enjoys an incredible record. After accomplishing a double of 15,000 ODI runs and the 86th international century with a chase masterclass at Keralam, Virat will set his eyes on a series-winning knock, preferably a century for his legion of fans in Assam. Virat has featured in three ODIs at Assam, having scored centuries in all of them. In three matches here, the 37-year-old has scored 358 runs at an average of 119.33 and a strike rate of 120.13, with a best score of 140. All of these centuries have come in vastly different timelines of his career. The first one of those came against New Zealand back in November 2010, when the tag of 'Chasemaster' was not attached to his name and the pressure of carrying hopes of a billion hearts was not know...
Kerala High Court quashes bifurcation of Kerala Police Officers Association
The court holds that the government is not authorised to restructure the three police associations
Prof. V. Aravindakshan Award 2026 for Aishe Ghosh
JNU student leader honoured for role in student movements and democratic resistance
Mihrab conference calls for inclusive approach in mahals
Speaking at a session on Comprehensive Mahal, Islamic scholar Maliyekkal Sulaiman Saquafi said mahals should work towards the welfare and progress of all residents and become self-sufficient communities
The Congress-led UDF suffered a setback in Kerala's local body byelections, with its tally falling from 22 to 19 seats, while the LDF increased its tally from 15 to 18 after winning seven UDF-held wards. The UDF captured four LDF seats, while Twenty20 retained its lone ward.
Keralam to review colour code for tourist buses
Transport department issued the order taking into account the All India Tourist Vehicles (Permit) Rules, 2023, as well as demands from the tourism sector
Though the five films have been selected for the competition category at the ongoing 18th IDSFFK, they have not yet been screened as the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has denied censor exemption
Couple allege gold robbery after airport arrival
The police have booked three people
Free heart attack detection tests for those below the poverty line, says Health Minister
BJP, Youth Congress workers clash in Keralams Balaramapuram over black-flag protest against Minister
Confrontation occurred after the BJP and the Yuva Morcha workers obstructed the Sports Ministers convoy near Aralumoodu while he was on his way to attend a public programme
Rift within Kerala Congress deepens over denial of berth for Unniyadan
Supporters hold parallel meetings across State; differences spill into open confrontation in Irinjalakuda
Fourth phase of rabies vaccination drive begins in Malappuram
NHPCs 260-crore West Kallada solar plant to go operational by March 2027
NHPCs 260-crore West Kallada solar plant to go operational by March 2027
Kerala to provide free heart attack detection test to BPL families
The test will be available from primary health centres to district and general hospitals to help ensure timely diagnosis and treatment.
Young Woman Stabbed to Death in Kerala
Woman succumbed to injuries after being attacked during a meeting outside the resort
Power crisis part of bid to privatise power sector: Pinarayi Vijayan
Says crises are being engineered to enable private firms to reap exorbitant profits
Power crisis part of bid to privatise power sector: Pinarayi Vijayan
Says crises are being engineered to enable private firms to reap exorbitant profits
Punalur municipality to host free Swap Fair in October
IDSFFK 2026: Aavasam captures cultural transformations under pressure of dominant political order
The documentary, directed by Kiran K.R., observes how familiar cultural practices and meanings are gradually shifting under the influence of a dominant political and cultural order
High Court quashes govt move to dissolve Kerala Police Officers Association
Digital Desk | Kochi, Sep 29 (IANS) The Kerala High Court on Tuesday quashed the state government's decision to dissolve the Kerala Police Officers Association (KPOA), holding that the government had no power to restructure recognised police associations in a manner that interfered with the constitutional rights of their members. A bench of Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas held that the freedom to form associations guaranteed under Article 19(1)(c) of the Constitution also includes the freedom to continue an association and preserve its composition. The freedom to form an association and freedom to continue the association are both facets of Article 19(1)(c) of the Constitution, he said. The ruling came on petitions challenging a government order issued on July 27, 2026, restructuring the associations representing different ranks of police personnel. The order abolished the KPOA and retained the Kerala Police Association (KPA) and Kerala Police Senior Officers Association (KPSOA) in a reorganised form. The government had also ordered that the assets of the KPOA, including its bank accounts, documents, deposits, investments, rights and liabilities, be distributed between the two remaining associations in a 60:40 ratio. Ad hoc committees were also appointed to handle administrative functions, with elections to the newly constituted associations scheduled to be held by September 30. The High Court found that the government's action was contrary to the position taken by the state police chief earlier this year. In a proposal dated January 17, the state police chief had recommended retaining all three associations with only limited changes to their composition. The proposal did not call for the abolition of any of the associations. The court noted that the recognition granted to the police associations had not been withdrawn either by the state police chief or the government. It held that the government could not therefore interfere with the structure of the recognised associations. The court also found that the government had altered the membership structure of the KPA contrary to its bye-laws and interfered with the membership and assets of the KPOA without the consent of its members. The government order was consequently set aside along with the subsequent orders constituting the ad hoc committees. The judgment effectively restores the position of the police associations that existed before the government's restructuring order.
Keralam Court Jails Man For 20 Years In Child Assault Case
A POCSO court in Keralam has sentenced a 64-year-old man, Abdul Razak, to 20 years in prison for sexually assaulting a nine-year-old girl in October 2023. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 1.5 lakh. The incident led to a mob attack on the accused, for which his wife filed a separate case.
Soldiers booked for allegedly harassing woman on Rajdhani Express
Move to evening shift likely for Keralams rubber tappers
Fever cases see spurt in Kozhikode, alert issued against measles
Hundreds of patients seeking outpatient treatment every day in government hospitals and health centres in the district
UDF retains overall edge in Kottayam bypolls, CPI(M) wins Thrikkodithanam division
In Pathanamthitta, the UDF won all the seats where bypolls were held
Wild jumbo attacks: Idukki Collector issues order stopping work in plantations after dusk
LDF wins both local body wards in Kannur
The LDF wrested Bavode East in Peralassery panchayat from the UDF by 65 votes and retained Uruvachal in Mattannur municipality.
Death Of A Red Citadel: How Indias Left Lost Its Electoral Grip
From crushing defeats in Delhi University to losing their final state stronghold in Kerala, Indias Left is facing a full-blown existential crisis. A massive gap has opened up between street-level activism and actual voter choice, leaving a movement built on 20th-century rhetoric struggling to resonate with a modern, career-focused generation.In this video, we break down the widening disconnect between movement politics and electoral reality. We explore why high visibility no longer converts into power, examine the fallout of the Lefts loss in Kerala, and analyze how changing voter aspirations are reshaping Indias political landscape.Are we witnessing a temporary setback, or the permanent decline of Leftist ideology in Indian politics? Watch the full breakdown to find out!
LDF, UDF share gains in local body bypolls in Palakkad
Both fronts wrested one seat from each other while retaining the rest of their seats
LDF, UDF share gains in local body bypolls in Palakkad
Both fronts wrested one seat from each other while retaining the rest of their seats
The complaint was filed by Radheesh Gopalan, secretary of Palakkad district committee of Kerala Vanavasi Vikasa Kendram; the commission has directed the Ministry of Heavy Industries to submit a report within 15 days
The complaint was filed by Radheesh Gopalan, secretary of Palakkad district committee of Kerala Vanavasi Vikasa Kendram; the commission has directed the Ministry of Heavy Industries to submit a report within 15 days
Jamia Millia Islamia hosts national consultative meet on skilling initiatives in Assams tea gardens
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) A three-day National Consultative Meet on Understanding Field Access and Skilling Initiatives in Assams Tea Gardens and Sharing/Discussion on Preliminary Findings and Methodology was inaugurated at Mir Anis Hall, Jamia Millia Islamia, an official said on Tuesday. Saima Saeed, Chief Public Relations Officer, JMI, said the meet will conclude on Wednesday. Organised under the ICSSR Longitudinal Research Project titled Empowerment of the Tea Tribes of Assam through Digital and Non-digital Skill Development Programmes, the initiative focuses on tea-garden communities in Dibrugarh and Lakhimpur districts of Assam. It emphasises field access, mapping tea gardens, examining existing skilling initiatives, and developing appropriate training methodologies. The inaugural session began with a Qirat by Md. Inzemamul Haque and Kaushal Kishore welcomed the distinguished guests and participants and presented the traditional Assamese tribal gamocha as a gesture of respect and hospitality. Eminent dignitaries graced the occasion, including Vinoj Abraham, Ministry of Commerce Chair, Centre for Development Studies, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, who delivered the Keynote Address and provided valuable perspectives on skill development, livelihoods, and socio-economic dimensions. The Vice-Chancellor of Jamia Millia Islamia delivered the Presidential Remarks and highlighted the initiative's significance. At the same time, Anita Rastogi, Dean, Faculty of Education, Jamia Millia Islamia, emphasised the importance of integrating academic perspectives, field experiences, and research-based understanding. Quazi Ferdoushi Islam, Project Coordinator, provided an overview of the research project and explained the rationale for organising the meeting. She emphasised the importance of consultation and dialogue in refining methodology and identifying relevant skilling opportunities. The project team includes Islam as Project Coordinator, and Kaushal Kishore, Ahrar Husain, Nivedita Goswami, Sameer Babu, and Zeba Tabassum as Project Directors. The project sites are located in the tea gardens of Assam, specifically in Dibrugarh and Lakhimpur districts. The consultative discussions aim to support mapping and selecting tea-garden sites, while strengthening field-access strategies and training methods for the main study.
Pro-BJP Syndicate member seeks singing of National Song in full
A.K. Anuraj, the Syndicate member, said in his letter on Tuesday that not singing the song in full would be punishable as per the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Act, 2026
Woman Stabbed At Kerala Resort, Accused In Custody
A 20-year-old receptionist, Dilsha, was allegedly stabbed to death by a man identified as Jithu at a resort in Kozhenchery, Kerala. Police suspect the killing is linked to a failed relationship. The accused was apprehended at the scene and handed over to the police.
ESA exclusion row puts UDF under pressure in Pathanamthitta
The issue has intensified political pressure and raised questions about mapping, land demarcation, and the potential rise in human-wildlife conflict.
Kerala M.Pharm Mop-Up Allotment 2026 Out - Check Provisional List Online at cee.kerala.gov.in
CEE Kerala has released the M.Pharm 2026 mop-up provisional allotment list on 29 Sept 2026. Check how to view it on cee.kerala.gov.in.
Setback For UDF In Kerala Local Body Bypoll
Another setback came in Palakkad, where Sumesh Achuthan, the UDF MLA who had vacated the Paruthikavu ward of Chittoor-Thathamangalam municipality to contest the Assembly polls, saw the seat go to the LDFs V. Thulaseedharan. Both candidates polled 433 votes each, and Thulaseedharan won through a draw of lots
Production designer Sabu Cyril wins Artist Namboothiri Samman Trust award
The award is in recognition of the immense contributions made by Mr. Cyril to cinema, actor Mohanlal said
Keralam Targets 100 PC Renewable Energy by 2040
Around 26 per cent of the state's current electricity demand is met from renewable energy sources
CPI(M) portrays Keralam local body bypoll results as LDFs political comeback
Govindan listed issues including daily power cuts after a 10-year hiatus and controversies surrounding the sponsored foreign trips as the reasons for the setback suffered by UDF in the bypolls held in 38 wards
Keralam targets 100 percentage renewable energy by 2040
Keralam aims to meet its entire electricity demand through renewable energy by 2040. KSEB (Kerala State Electricity Board) and the World Resources Institute (WRI) India, in a joint workshop, discussed the state's rising power requirements and measures to increase the share of renewable energy in meeting overall demand which would contributed by increasing number of electric vehicles, greater use of air conditioners as temperatures rise and other factors.
Elderly Man Stabs Wife to Death in Keralam
The man stabbed to death his 62-year-old wife with a knife and then informed his son who is abroad, police said
Kerala PSC Ranked Lists 2026 Released: Check Your Rank and Advice Memo Status Now
The Kerala PSC has released new ranked lists for 2026, including LP School Teacher and Worker posts. Learn how to check your rank, verify advice memo status, and complete document verification steps today.
Warehousing growth to expand beyond Grade A cities: Adani Ports Pankaj Bhardwaj
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) Warehousing growth in India is expected to increasingly move beyond major consumption centres, with states such as Odisha, West Bengal and Assam emerging as potential growth markets, Pankaj Kumar Bhardwaj, Senior Vice President and Business HeadWarehousing and Adani Agri Logistics, Adani Ports and SEZ, said on Tuesday. Bhardwaj said state governments are increasingly introducing logistics policies aimed at attracting manufacturers, logistics partners and industrial developers, creating opportunities for companies to expand their warehousing and logistics portfolios across emerging markets. If you talk about 13, 14 million square feet, 60-70 per cent would be in A and B Grade A cities only. But if we talk about our, I would say, future roadmap, we are focusing not just on the consumption centers which are Grade A, but we are focusing on B and C grade cities as well, Bhardwaj stated. He said the company already has land parcels available in several such locations, allowing it to develop ready-to-use warehousing facilities based on customer requirements. The company can also develop facilities on a build-to-suit (BTS) basis for customers seeking customised space, he added. Secondly, your EXIM export-import led, port-led, or ICD-led developments where we already exist in those locations. So, we have 15-16 ports across both the coasts. In due course of time, in a 5 to 10 years period, with the government focus on increasing exports from the country, he noted. We have 15-16 ports across both the coasts. In due course of time, in a 5 to 10 years period, with the government focus on increasing exports from the country, he added. On the eastern and southern coasts, Bhardwaj said the company is focusing on strengthening its presence through key port assets. He said the company is developing a port at Dhamra on the east coast and is also focusing on Vizhinjam Port in Kerala, which has emerged as a major transshipment hub. In Paradip also, we have recently won two berths. So, we are focusing on both sides. I would say, from the warehousing perspective, eastern side has not developed that much, and going further, major growth can also come from states like Odisha, West Bengal, Assam. So, all these states will add much more volume and will overall help us to reduce the cost in the ecosystem, he noted.
Keralam to Double Compensation for Wildlife Attack Deaths, Crop Losses
The state Forest minister said steps would be taken to prevent delays in disbursing financial assistance for crop losses
Veli-Kadinamkulam solar boat service to begin from September 30
The four-hour journey is designed in such a way that the service begins from the Veli Tourism Village boat jetty and returns to Veli after circling the Kadinamkulam backwaters
Kerala Local Poll Results: Ruling UDF suffers setback as LDF makes gains across 38 wards
The results of the Kerala local body by-elections have delivered a closely fought contest between the ruling UDF and the LDF, with the UDF winning 19 of the 38 wards that went to the polls.The...
Senior RSS ideologue MA Krishnan passes away
Digital Desk | Kochi, Sep 29 (IANS) Veteran RSS pracharak and former Kesari chief editor M.A. Krishnan, popularly known as M.A. Sir, died on Tuesday at the age of 97, marking the end of a long association with the Sangh Parivar's cultural and social activities in Kerala. He passed away at a private hospital in Kochi. BJP state president Rajeev Chandrasekhar condoled his death and described it as an irreparable loss to national movements and Kerala's cultural and social life. Krishnan was among the early organisers who worked to expand the RSS and its associated cultural initiatives in Kerala. He became an RSS pracharak in 1954 and later held key organisational responsibilities, including Prantha Bauddhik Pramukh and Prachar Pramukh. He entered the media field in 1964 as the editor of Kesari. Through the publication and his writings, he intervened in a range of cultural, social and ideological issues. Krishnan was also closely associated with the founding and development of several organisations and initiatives aimed at children's cultural activities. He was a founder and guiding force behind Balagokulam and Tapasya Kala Sahitya Vedi. Chandrasekhar said Krishnan played a key role in introducing the character of 'Unnikrishnan' (little Krishna) to children in Kerala and in making him a popular presence in their cultural life. He also played an important role in popularising Sri Krishna Jayanthi Shobhayatras across the state, Chandrasekhar said. Krishnan provided leadership to several other initiatives, including Amritabharathi, Balasamskarakendram, Balasahithi Prakashan, International Srikrishna Centre and Saurakshika. His interventions extended beyond organisational work. His work, including 'Nilayude Ithihasam', reflected his engagement with Kerala's cultural and social issues. His association with Balagokulam, the Janmashtami celebrations and the cultural activities of Tapasya helped establish these initiatives across different parts of the state. Chandrasekhar said Krishnan's influence through his organisational, literary and cultural activities was unparalleled. His life and contributions would remain a source of inspiration for future generations, Chandrasekhar said.
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He was founder of Tapasya Kalasahitya Vedi and Balagokulam and had worked as editor of Kesari
Digital Desk | Kochi, Sep 29 (IANS) The Kerala High Court on Tuesday reserved its verdict on a plea seeking registration of an FIR against Leader of Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter Veena Vijayan and son-in-law Mohammed Riyas, a former State Minister and presently a CPI(M) legislator, in the CMRL-Exalogic case. Justice A. Badharudeen reserved the verdict after hearing detailed arguments in the case. The case relates to allegations of financial transactions between Cochin Minerals and Rutile Ltd (CMRL) and Veena's company, Exalogic Solutions. The ED had gathered the material during its investigation into the alleged transactions. The plea was filed by advocate K.M. Shahjahan, seeking a case under the Prevention of Corruption Act based on information furnished by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). The state government opposed the plea. It said an FIR could not be registered without a preliminary inquiry into the allegations. The Advocate General said the main material relied upon by the ED was a diary. An FIR could not be registered solely on the basis of a diary, he argued. The government also maintained that the plea was not maintainable and that a preliminary inquiry was necessary before registering a case. The court pointed out that the ED had submitted statements along with the other material. The ED produced before the court a letter sent to the Director General of Police recommending registration of a case against Vijayan and Riyas. It also submitted material, including statements recorded during its inquiry. The court asked whether the statements had been given to the government. The ED said complete copies of the statements had not been handed over. The agency said the information contained in its letter was sufficient to register a case. It also said it was ready to provide copies of the statements if the police required them. The ED reiterated that a case should be registered on the basis of the material submitted by it. The government argued that the ED was not an investigating agency like the police and that its role was limited to collecting information and taking further action within its jurisdiction. The court, however, observed that the ED was an investigating agency. The High Court has now reserved its verdict on whether the state police should register an FIR without a preliminary inquiry. An SIT has already been formed by the Satheesan government based on the ED letter to the State Police chief.
Vidya Balan reunites with R. Balki for new Tamil film, shares BTS picture
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 29 (IANS) Padma Shri and the National Award-winning actress Vidya Balan, who was recently seen in the period film Raja Shivaji, is set to reunite with filmmaker R. Balki for a new Tamil film. The yet-to-be-titled film marks their first collaboration after 17 years. They earlier worked together on Paa which was released in 2009. On Tuesday, the actress took to the Stories section of her Instagram, and shared 2 pictures of herself. The first picture is a monochromatic picture, and shows her seated on a couch. She wrote on the picture, A quiet moment before the madness begins. The 2nd picture shows her with a script in hand, sporting spectacles and a long braid. She wrote on the picture, New Beginnings #NewTamilFilm with #RBalki. While Vidya has kept details of the project under wraps, her post appears to confirm that she has begun work on the Tamil film. The new project has also sparked curiosity, particularly as it brings her together with Balki once again. The two previously collaborated on Paa, making this their first film together since the 2009 release. The film is another addition to the actress solid line-up. She will be seen as Kantha in the Rajinikanth-starrer Jailer 2, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar. The film is scheduled to release in theatres on October 15, 2026, with Sun Pictures officially listing Vidya Balan among the cast. The actress will also reunite with Akshay Kumar in an upcoming untitled comedy directed by Anees Bazmee. The film also stars Raashii Khanna and is slated to release in cinemas on December 4, 2026. The makers have already wrapped a Kerala schedule of the film.
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