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Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Kothamangalam witnesses high-decibel campaign amid murmurs of tough fight

UDFs Thekkumpuram leads high-decibel roadshows, LDFs Antony John highlights development record, while NDAs Aji Narayanan flags local civic issues in the final push

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 10:10 pm

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: LDFs bid to retain supremacy in Kozhikode, UDF hopeful of reviving its fortunes

The Congress does not have an MLA in the district for over two decades. The LDF believes it has an edge in at least eight of the 13 constituencies

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 9:40 pm

Defiance or sabotage? What AAP's move in Kerala signals for Congress in assembly polls

Aam Aadmi Party's decision to contest all seats in Kerala assembly polls creates a new challenge for Congress. This move mirrors AAP's impact in Gujarat, where it reduced Congress's vote share. AAP's presence could alter the political landscape, potentially benefiting the ruling Left. The INDIA bloc faces internal friction as AAP expands its national footprint.

The Times of India 6 Apr 2026 9:35 pm

Opposition Leader Satheeshan Launches Scathing Attack on Kerala Chief Minister

Idduki, April 6: In a fierce critique of the ruling government in Kerala, opposition leader V.D. Satheeshan labeled the governments progress report as a bundle of lies. He accused the administration of exaggerating its achievements while concealing significant failures ahead of the assembly elections on April 9. Satheeshan pointed out that the governments report shrank ... Read more Opposition Leader Satheeshan Launches Scathing Attack on Kerala Chief Minister

Morningstar 6 Apr 2026 9:24 pm

Trekking misadventures should not be celebrated, say forest officials

As per Section 27 of the Kerala Forest Department Act, trespass into the forest, which also involves deviating from the trekking path, can elicit punishment of up to five years imprisonment

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 9:12 pm

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: With a few hours left for end of public campaign, poll zeal at its peaks in Angamaly

Though fortunes have shifted among the key fronts, the UDF has enjoyed an edge in the electoral race over the past five-and-a-half decades

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 9:04 pm

Kerala Assembly Polls 2026: Rahul says both Modi and Pinarayi share the same arrogance of power

Congress leader frames Kerala battle as fight against power without humility, alleges BJPLDF nexus, pitches UDF as shield against economic and political crises

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 8:46 pm

Kerala Assembly Election 2026: Online collective launches portal on Assembly polls

Open Data Kerala presents interesting poll-related data in an easily navigable format

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 8:33 pm

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Rahul Gandhi alleges BJP-Left nexus, claims Pinarayi Vijayan held hostage by Centre

He argued that both Pinarayi Vijayan and Modi were driven by a similar conviction that they alone should govern

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 8:21 pm

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: In Kunnathunadu, motorcycle rallies and promises raise the poll pitch

Constituency witnesses a keenly fought three-cornered contest among LDF, UDF and Twenty20

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 8:17 pm

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: V.A. Firoz served 10-crore legal notice over fake allegation against T.N. Prathapan

The UDF candidate in Manalur has initiated legal action over allegations that he accepted 8 crore to divert votes in favour of BJP candidate Suresh Gopi during the Lok Sabha election

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 8:06 pm

1.50 cr. to redevelop bottlenecked Vyttila Junction

Funds cleared after SHRC chief took suo motu action on reports highlighting commuter and pedestrian distress at Vyttila, Keralas busiest junction

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 8:00 pm

Ahead of polls, Kerala parties wage poster war

The battle for visibility has found space in every nook and cranny of the State

The Hindu Businessline 6 Apr 2026 7:48 pm

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Medical negligence victim, ASHA workers join campaign against Veena George

Harshina, who endured five years of carrying a surgical instrument in her abdomen following a surgery at the Government Medical College, Kozhikode, addressed a rally for UDF candidate Abin Varkey on April 6

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 7:16 pm

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Parties go all out in Kottayam

Campaign teams, party vans and loudspeakers are now criss-crossing all nine constituencies in the district in the final lap of campaigning

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 7:14 pm

Manjeshwar & Davanagere South: Too many Muslim candidates keep Congress on edge

Congress faces challenges in upcoming Kerala and Karnataka polls. In Manjeshwar, multiple Muslim and Christian candidates could split votes. Davanagere South sees many Muslim contenders, signaling community discontent with the Congress. The party is concerned about BJP exploiting these situations.

The Economic Times 6 Apr 2026 6:54 pm

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Pathanamthitta gears up for Assembly polls

Voting will take place across 1,207 polling stations, including 25 women-friendly booths

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 6:46 pm

Kerala Assembly polls: Twenty20 loses Poothrikka panchayat as president quits over NDA entry

Pooja Jomon accused Twenty20 president Sabu M. Jacob of issuing her a veiled death threat, a claim Jacob refuted as unfounded, suggesting she had struck a deal with the Congress to clear her debts.

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 6:38 pm

Faint cry in Tadiandamols wilderness leads rescuers to missing trekker from Kerala

A five-member team from the Adiya tribal community had joined the search operation for the first time on April 5.

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 6:20 pm

Kerala Elections: Kunjikrishnan Files Complaint Over Voter List Irregularities

Payyannur, April 6: The upcoming Kerala Assembly elections have turned the Payyannur constituency in Kannur district into a politically charged battleground. Allegations of electoral fraud and fierce competition among former allies are heating up the race. Independent candidate V. Kunjikrishnan has formally lodged a complaint with the district election officer, claiming significant irregularities in the ... Read more Kerala Elections: Kunjikrishnan Files Complaint Over Voter List Irregularities

Morningstar 6 Apr 2026 5:03 pm

Rahul Gandhi Critiques Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayans Leadership Style

Thrissur, April 6: Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, stated on Monday that Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan is not a divine figure capable of ruling Kerala alone. He emphasized that the state is home to many capable leaders who embody humility and empathy. Gandhi criticized the notion of ... Read more Rahul Gandhi Critiques Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayans Leadership Style

Morningstar 6 Apr 2026 4:34 pm

Amit Shah holds roadshow in Alappuzha as BJP marks foundation day in Kerala

Union Home Minister Amit Shah held a roadshow in Alappuzha and attended BJPs foundation day event in Thiruvananthapuram, signalling the partys focus on Kerala ahead of the April 9 Assembly elections

Mid Day 6 Apr 2026 4:33 pm

Kerala polls: Karnataka Dy CM D.K. Shivakumar says 10-year LDF rule has failed to bring growth or job prospects to Kerala

In Thiruvananthapuram for Congress poll campaign, Shivakumar challenges Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan and CPI(M) to explain what LDF government has given to the State

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 4:10 pm

Controversy Erupts Over Kharges Illiterate Gujarati Comment as BJP Leaders Respond

New Delhi, April 6: A political storm has erupted following comments made by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge during a rally in Idukki, Kerala. Central Sports Minister and Porbandar MP Mansukh Mandaviya accused the Congress party of harboring a negative mindset towards Gujarat. Kharge stated that the people of Kerala cannot be misled, as they are ... Read more Controversy Erupts Over Kharges Illiterate Gujarati Comment as BJP Leaders Respond

Morningstar 6 Apr 2026 3:44 pm

Embracing in Delhi, strangling each other in Kerala: Naqvis dig at Congress, Left

RAMPUR (UP), Apr 6: Senior BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi on Monday took a swipe at the Congress and the Left, saying those who embrace each other in Delhi are busy strangling one another in poll-bound Kerala. Addressing a BJP Foundation Day programme here, Naqvi expressed confidence that the BJP would emerge victorious in the West Bengal Assembly polls and said that the state has put up a No Entry board on the re-entry of the TMC misrule. The TMCs [] The post Embracing in Delhi, strangling each other in Kerala: Naqvis dig at Congress, Left appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 6 Apr 2026 3:34 pm

CPI(M) in deal with BJP for Apr 9 polls in Kerala, alleges Priyanka

KANNUR (Kerala), Apr 6: Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday alleged that the CPI(M)-led front has struck a deal with the BJP for April 9 Assembly polls in Kerala. She also accused the ruling LDF of compromising on ideology, accountability, and responsibility in order to remain in power for 10 years. The Wayanad MP was addressing a corner meeting in Peravoor in this northern district as part of the campaign for the Assembly polls. The LDF chose to make [] The post CPI(M) in deal with BJP for Apr 9 polls in Kerala, alleges Priyanka appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 6 Apr 2026 3:31 pm

Priyanka Alleges CPI(M) Struck 'Deal' With BJP Ahead of April 9 Kerala Polls

She also accused the ruling LDF of compromising on ideology, accountability, and responsibility in order to remain in power for 10 years.

Deccan Chronicle 6 Apr 2026 3:20 pm

Rahul Gandhi calls PM Modi, Vijayan arrogant; slams LDFs Who Else campaign

THRISSUR (KERALA): Congress top leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday termed Prime Minister Narendra Modi Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan as arrogant, alleging that they have a mindset of ruling over people rather than working with them. Addressing an election rally at Mala here, Gandhi said the upcoming Assembly polls in Kerala were a fight between []

Kashmir Reader 6 Apr 2026 3:06 pm

Priyanka Gandhi alleges CPI(M) in deal with BJP for April 9 polls in Kerala

Congress leader alleges that despite the massive theft in Sabarimala, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has chosen not to utter a single word against it, pointing this out as evidence for the deal

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 2:56 pm

How Kerala Trekker Survived For 4 Days In Karnataka's Tadiandamol Hills

Recounting her days in isolation, Sharanya spoke less of hardship and more of the strange, almost surreal companionship the forest offered her.

Deccan Chronicle 6 Apr 2026 2:41 pm

Keralam polls: Priyanka Gandhi flags unemployment among educated youth in state

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Priyanka Gandhi, Congress MP, addressed unemployment in Kerala. She noted educated youth struggle to find jobs within the state. Many are compelled to seek employment elsewhere. This issue is significant as Kerala prepares for its Legislative Assembly elections. The current government has been in power for a decade. The upcoming polls will determine the state's political future.

The Economic Times 6 Apr 2026 2:26 pm

SC does not intervene in tunnel corridor project within Western Ghats, says Kerala needs it to ease traffic congestion

The tunnel intends to connect Kozhikode district with the Wayanad district, where a landslide in 2024 destroyed an entire villages registering 420 confirmed deaths and 118 people still missing

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 2:07 pm

Kerala Bhagyathara BT-48 lottery result out today, 06-04-2026; Check 1 crore first prize winner and complete list here

Bhagyathara BT-48 Lottery Result (06-04-2026): The Kerala State Lotteries Department conducts the high-stakes draw for the Bhagyathara BT-48 weekly lottery today, April 6, 2026. The event will be held at Gorky Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram, featuring a grand first prize of 1 crore.

The Economic Times 6 Apr 2026 2:00 pm

Kerala polls: LDF presents 10th-year progress report; Pinarayi claims 97% of 2021 manifesto promises achieved

Kerala CM highlights LDFs key achievements in social welfare, infrastructure and other sectors

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 1:58 pm

SC refuses to interfere with environmental nod for Kozhikode-Wayanad tunnel

The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea against the environmental clearance for the Kozhikode-Wayanad tunnel. The court stated the project is a lifeline for Kerala's people. It acknowledged the high population density and land acquisition difficulties. Experts have addressed environmental concerns and landslide risks. The NGO can approach the National Green Tribunal for any violations during construction.

The Economic Times 6 Apr 2026 1:56 pm

Kerala CM Vijayan Presents LDF Progress Report, Says It is Govts Responsibility

Pinarayi Vijayan stated that 97 per cent of the promises made in the 2021 LDF election manifesto have been fulfilled, while the remaining are in advanced stages of implementation

Deccan Chronicle 6 Apr 2026 1:25 pm

Kerala Assembly polls: State BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar says real deal between Congress and CPI(M)

Rajeev Chandrasekhar accuses Congress of spreading lies over proposed amendments to FCRA to make gains in the elections

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 1:03 pm

Kerala Assembly elections: Who is in power in Kerala? Key alliances & Opposition leaders

Keralas political landscape appears to shift slightly following the recent local body elections, where the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) faced unexpected setbacks

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 1:02 pm

Probationary SI booked for allegedly assaulting SHO during PM Modi rally in Kerala

A probationary Sub-Inspector and two others have been booked for allegedly manhandling a Station House Officer on duty outside a Prime Minister Narendra Modi rally venue in Thiruvalla. The incident occurred when the SHO denied entry to the Sub-Inspector and his companions, leading to a scuffle where the officer's badge was reportedly torn.

The Economic Times 6 Apr 2026 12:16 pm

What happened in 2021 Kerala Assembly elections: a recap

In 2021 Kerala Legislative Assembly elections, the incumbent Left Democratic Front (LDF), led by Communist Party of India (Marxist), secured a historic victory by winning 99 out of 140 seats, retaining power

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 11:55 am

Kerala Assembly elections 2026: How Kerala has voted since 2011

Kerala's political landscape has been the leadership swing between the Left Democratic Front (LDF) and United Democratic Front (UDF), except in the 2021 elections when the LDF retained power.

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 11:25 am

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat says nations prosperity key to individual progress

He was addressing a gathering after inaugurating a two-day convention of Balagokulam, a cultural organisation for students affiliated with RSS, in Kochi

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 11:24 am

Nations Prosperity Key To Individual Progress: Mohan Bhagwat

KOCHI (KERALA), Apr 6: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Monday said individual prosperity can be achieved only when the country is prosperous and secure. He was addressing a gathering after inaugurating a two-day convention of Balagokulam, a cultural organisation for students affiliated with the RSS, here. Bhagwat said prosperity and security cannot be achieved in isolation. When the country is prosperous and safe, families too attain prosperity and security. When individuals work for the prosperity and safety of the nation, [] The post Nations Prosperity Key To Individual Progress: Mohan Bhagwat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 6 Apr 2026 11:08 am

'Vaazha 2' breaks records in Kerala; earns 25cr by Day 4

The Malayalam film Vaazha 2: Biopic of a Billion Bros, directed by Savin Sa and starring debutants, has taken the Kerala box office by storm.

NewsBytes 6 Apr 2026 11:04 am

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: In Kazhakuttam, a three-cornered battle unfolds as pan-Kerala and local issues collide

BJPs V. Muraleedharan aims to address local development needs, while incumbent CPI(M) MLA Kadakampally Surendran defends his record amid scrutiny from a gold theft scandal. Congress candidate T. Sarathchandra Prasad seeks to regain influence for his party in this diverse electorate, where infrastructure and community concerns are paramount.

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 10:18 am

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Tight three-way contest keeps all camps on edge in Aranmula

One of Keralas largest constituencies is witnessing a sharply fought battle among LDFs sitting MLA Veena George, UDFs youth leader Abin Varkey, and NDAs Kummanam Rajasekharan

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 10:17 am

500ml water, no network, no fear: Missing Kerala techie Sharanya survives 4 days in Kodagu forests, found safe

A 36-year-old IT professional from Kerala, G S Sharanya, survived for four days alone in Karnataka's Kodagu district after getting separated from her trekking group. Enduring dense forests and unpredictable weather with limited water and no mobile network, she was eventually located by a tribal community. Sharanya emerged unharmed, showcasing remarkable resilience and a lack of fear during her ordeal.

The Times of India 6 Apr 2026 10:07 am

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: All major fronts hopeful of a win in Nemom

NDAs Rajeev Chandrasekhar and UDFs K. S. Sabarinadhan to face incumbent MLA and LDF candidate V. Sivankutty in a high-stakes, three-way battle in the Nemom Assembly constituency

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 10:01 am

'Is development of current govt in Keralam, Puducherry visible to anyone?': Karnataka's DK Shivkumar

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar asserted that the Congress-led United Democratic Front is the sole solution for unemployment and price rise in Kerala and Puducherry. He urged South Indian states to unite to protect the Constitution. Shivakumar expressed confidence in the INDIA Bloc forming the government in Kerala, promising to protect the state and its history.

The Economic Times 6 Apr 2026 9:43 am

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Broad Left platform involving former CPI(M) leaders in the works, says K.K. Rema

The Revolutionary Marxist Party leader says all the circumstances are conducive for a consecutive second victory for her in Vadakara and the campaign is mainly focussed on the anti-incumbency feelings against the Left Democratic Front government

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 9:02 am

Kerala woman goes missing during trek at Tadiandamol; search intensified

Additional personnel and drone cameras have been deployed to search for her, Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre said on Sunday.

Mid Day 6 Apr 2026 8:43 am

Joint mutual will alert: Surviving spouse cant change beneficiaries after partners death - what parents must know

A recent Kerala High Court ruling highlights a crucial distinction: a joint Will allows the surviving spouse to alter beneficiaries, unlike a joint mutual Will. This case underscores the need for explicit clarity in estate planning documents to prevent future disputes and ensure intentions are legally binding after the first spouse's death.

The Economic Times 6 Apr 2026 8:34 am

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Personalities and political loyalties to define poll outcome in central Kerala

The Left Democratic Front had a clear upper hand in the region comprising Ernakulam, Idukki, Kottayam and Alappuzha in 2021 as it bagged 25 of the 37 Assembly seats. But this time, the shifting of political loyalty of some candidates and the fielding of some prominent individuals in some key constituencies have made the contests worth watching.

The Hindu 6 Apr 2026 7:06 am

Amit Shah Claims NDA Will Form Government in Kerala Amidst Assembly Elections

Thiruvananthapuram, April 6: Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed a large public rally in Kattakkada on Sunday, asserting that the NDA will form the government in Kerala during the upcoming assembly elections. In his speech, he targeted both the UDF and LDF, accusing them of corruption, appeasement, and neglecting development issues. Shah claimed that the ... Read more Amit Shah Claims NDA Will Form Government in Kerala Amidst Assembly Elections

Morningstar 6 Apr 2026 4:13 am

Congress MP Kumari Selja Criticizes BJPs Communal Agenda Ahead of Kerala Elections

Thiruvananthapuram, April 6: Congress MP Kumari Selja accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of attempting to communalize society during a campaign event in Kochi on Sunday. She labeled the BJP-led central government as a government of slogans and raised concerns about issues affecting fishermen and human-animal conflicts in Kerala. Selja stated that the BJP consistently ... Read more Congress MP Kumari Selja Criticizes BJPs Communal Agenda Ahead of Kerala Elections

Morningstar 6 Apr 2026 4:09 am

Kerala Congress Criticizes Central Government Over FCRA Bill, Accuses of Spreading Falsehoods

New Delhi, April 6: Senior Congress leader and Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee, K.C. Venugopal, has launched a strong attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a letter regarding the FCRA amendment bill. He described the bill as a calculated conspiracy against the Christian community and other service-oriented organizations. In his letter, Venugopal expressed ... Read more Kerala Congress Criticizes Central Government Over FCRA Bill, Accuses of Spreading Falsehoods

Morningstar 6 Apr 2026 3:39 am

Bhupendra Patel Responds to Kharges Controversial Remarks on Gujarat

New Delhi, April 6: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge sparked controversy during an election rally in Kerala by making derogatory remarks about the people of Gujarat. He described them as uneducated and claimed that Prime Minister Modi could easily mislead them, unlike the more educated and aware citizens of Kerala. This statement has drawn a sharp ... Read more Bhupendra Patel Responds to Kharges Controversial Remarks on Gujarat

Morningstar 6 Apr 2026 1:18 am

CM Pinarayi Vijayan vows more welfare, development ahead of Kerala Assembly polls

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan campaigns in his Dharmadam constituency. He highlights welfare schemes and development projects. Locals express mixed feelings about the upcoming elections. Vijayan faces a challenge from UDF's V P Abdul Rasheed. Dharmadam was declared free of extreme poverty. Residents are confident Vijayan will win.

The Economic Times 6 Apr 2026 12:22 am

Kerala polls: Triangular contest heats up in Thiruvananthapuram after BJP surge

Kerala's capital city sees intense assembly election battles. Vattiyoorkavu and Kazhakootam are set for fierce contests. The BJP seeks to build on its recent corporation victory. The LDF and UDF aim to fight back. Local leaders face challenges and voter sentiment will be crucial. The outcome remains uncertain.

The Economic Times 6 Apr 2026 12:20 am

Christians in Kerala celebrate Easter with prayers, festivities

Special prayers and services were conducted in churches of various denominations, with bishops and senior clergy leading the liturgy

The Hindu 5 Apr 2026 11:21 pm

Winds of Change in Kerala: Kharge Predicts Major UDF Victory

Idukki, April 5: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge stated on Sunday that a wave of change is sweeping through Kerala. He confidently predicted that the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) will form the government following the elections on April 9. Kharge emphasized that change is imminent. He urged supporters to prepare, assuring them that with their ... Read more Winds of Change in Kerala: Kharge Predicts Major UDF Victory

Morningstar 5 Apr 2026 9:59 pm

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: From water woes to farmers distress, local issues steer campaign narrative in Ernakulam

Acute water scarcity in Vypeen and plummeting pineapple prices in Muvattupuzha dominate voter concerns. Concerns over industrial pollution in Kalamassery and Aluva assembly segments also feature in the poll discourse

The Hindu 5 Apr 2026 9:54 pm

Wayanad relief fund scam sets political tone in last lap of electioneering in Kerala Assembly polls

The Congress has found itself on the defensive, as the CPI (M) has sought the details of the funds collected by the party and its utilisation

The Hindu 5 Apr 2026 9:41 pm

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Pinarayi claiming credit for Union govt. projects, says Amit Shah

Union Home Minister says Pinarayi has launched a name change start-up by taking credit for Centres free ration and housing schemes

The Hindu 5 Apr 2026 9:41 pm

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Good response for home voting option, says Kerala CEOs office

As of Sunday evening, 96% of voters in the 85-plus category and 97.4% of PwD voters who had opted for the home voting option have exercised their franchise

The Hindu 5 Apr 2026 9:13 pm

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: NDA govt. anti-poor, alleges Siddaramaiah

Siddaramaiah says welfare-oriented initiatives successfully implemented in Karnataka will be introduced in Kerala by the UDF if voted to power

The Hindu 5 Apr 2026 9:08 pm

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Vanitha League leader rebukes Noorbinas criticism of Perambra candidate

K.P. Mariyumma says the comments made by the former general secretary does not reflect the organisations stand

The Hindu 5 Apr 2026 9:04 pm

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Poll Preparations in full swing in Wayanad, district records 97% home voting

Home voting sees strong turnout in Wayanad constituencies, with 1,445 of 1,484 voters in Mananthavady, 1,339 of 1,370 in Kalpetta, and 1,533 of 1,584 in Sultan Bathery casting their votes

The Hindu 5 Apr 2026 8:54 pm

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Home voting sees over 96% turnout in Pathanamthitta

Out of the 9,341 eligible voters in the 85-plus age category in the district, as many as 9,022 cast their votes, registering a turnout of 96.58%

The Hindu 5 Apr 2026 8:53 pm

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Allegations of deal being made to divert attention from LDFs achievements: Baby

CPI(M) general secretary says the LDF does not have any electoral understanding with theSocial Democratic Party of India

The Hindu 5 Apr 2026 8:53 pm

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Centre not against minorities, says Kiren Rijiju

Union Minister assures support for development, defends FCRA amendment at NDA rally in Chelakkara

The Hindu 5 Apr 2026 8:48 pm

Mass wedding at Padanthorai sees 850 couples begin new lives

Nearly one lakh people, including relatives, friends and well-wishers, gathered to witness the ceremony. A wedding feast was arranged for all

The Hindu 5 Apr 2026 8:48 pm

Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: EVM commissioning completed in Kollam

The process, conducted under the supervision of returning officers at the designated strongrooms in each constituency, involved affixing ballot labels featuring the names, photos, and symbols of the candidates onto the ballot units

The Hindu 5 Apr 2026 8:45 pm

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge calls people of Gujarat 'illiterate' in Kerala poll rally

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge made a statement in Idukki, Kerala, describing Gujarat residents as illiterate. Kharge stated Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan cannot deceive the people of Kerala. He asserted Keralites are intelligent and educated. Kharge alleged Modi controls Vijayan and both leaders follow similar paths.

The Economic Times 5 Apr 2026 8:37 pm

Explosive hurled at channel office in Kollam

Unidentified gang throws beer bottle filled with petrol at the bureau office of Reporter TV; probe under way

The Hindu 5 Apr 2026 8:33 pm