More Leagues, More Stars, Gayle Sees Talent Bloom Across India
Congress Chief Minister Oommen Chandy: The proliferation of cricket leagues such as the Kerala Cricket League (KCL) across India and the world will help unearth a new generation of talent from every corner, West Indies batting legend Chris Gayle said on Saturday. The Universe Boss,' who received a tumultuous welcome on his arrival in the state capital, said Kerala and India were already blessed with considerable cricketing talent and that the growing number of leagues would provide aspiring players with more opportunities to showcase their abilities. Kerala has good talent, and India has good talent. With leagues like KCL coming up across the country and around the world, new talents will emerge from everywhere, Gayle told the media after his arrival. Gayle, co-owner of Kochi Blue Tigers, will later in the day attend the Kerala Cricket League matches at the Greenfield International Stadium in Kariavattom, where he is expected to set the stands alight with a special batting display between matches. His presence is likely to add a major dose of international glamour to the second season of the KCL. The Jamaican great will take his Kerala visit beyond the cricketing arena on Sunday, travelling to Puthuppally in Kottayam, a constituency closely associated with the political legacy of legendary Congress Chief Minister Oommen Chandy. According to Puthuppally MLA Chandy Oommen, Gayle has been invited by the Oommen Chandy Foundation as part of initiatives to promote cricket in the constituency. Gayle will then receive a traditional Kerala welcome featuring 11 cultural and martial arts performances, including Kathakali, Koodiyattam, Kalaripayattu, Thiruvathira, Pulikali, and Pancharimelam. He will also address a public meeting before visiting sites in the constituency being considered for the development of an international-standard cricket stadium. His visit is expected to give added momentum to efforts to build cricketing infrastructure and nurture the sport at the grassroots level. A global cricket icon, Gayle is widely regarded as one of the most destructive batters in limited-overs cricket. Gayle will then receive a traditional Kerala welcome featuring 11 cultural and martial arts performances, including Kathakali, Koodiyattam, Kalaripayattu, Thiruvathira, Pulikali, and Pancharimelam. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories For Kerala, however, his message was as much about the future as it was about the legend himself, give talent more platforms, and the next big cricketing star could emerge from anywhere. Article Source: IANS
Row over Sonia Gandhis memoir: Deeply concerning, says Keralam Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan
Satheesan went on to add that truth cannot be edited away to appease those in power
Kerala bus cleaner saves elderly passenger from deadly fall in split-second rescue
Kerala bus cleaner saves elderly passenger from deadly fall in splitsecond rescue
Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan Welcomed in Bengaluru During South India Tour
Bengaluru, August 29: Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan arrived in Bengaluru today as part of his three-day tour across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, and Lakshadweep, running from August 29 to August 31. Upon his arrival at HAL Airport, he received a warm welcome. In a post on the social media platform X, the Vice President expressed ... Read more Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan Welcomed in Bengaluru During South India Tour
Man killed in wild gaur attack at Vilangad in Keralam
He was attacked while attempting to drive the animal away from an agricultural field along with the Forest Department officials
Excise Officials Search Keralam Deputy Commissioners House Over Bribery
According to Excise officials, Excise Commissioner Sreeram Sambasiva Rao had received information that Deputy Commissioner Asok Kumar was allegedly receiving illegal gratification from bars in Kottayam district
Kerala Political Turmoil: IUML Accuses CPI(M) of Undermining CPIs Role
Thiruvananthapuram, August 29: Senior leader of the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) and former MLA K.P.A. Maheed has backed the CPI in its escalating conflict with the CPI(M) over the position of opposition deputy leader. He accused Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of treating the smaller coalition partners in the Left Democratic Front (LDF) as subordinates. ... Read more Kerala Political Turmoil: IUML Accuses CPI(M) of Undermining CPIs Role
Row within LDF in Keralam: CPI, CPI(M) question each others legacy as IUML sends feelers to CPI
Binoy Viswam responds to CPI(M) State secretariat member C.N. Mohanans barbs in latters Deshabhimani article, says CPI(M) had sided with extreme right-wing parties in early 1970s
Kerala Congress (Joseph) Opposes Proposal for Muvattupuzha District
Recently, at an event in Muvattupuzha, Congress MLA Mathew Kuzhalnadan urged Chief Minister V D Satheesan to consider forming a new district comprising parts of Ernakulam, Idukki and Kottayam districts
Kerala: IUML joins CPI vs CPIM row
Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 29 (IANS) Senior Indian Union Muslim League leader and former legislator K.P.A. Majeed has come out strongly in support of the CPI in its escalating face-off with the CPI(M) over the post of Deputy Leader of the Opposition, accusing Pinarayi Vijayan of treating the smaller Left ally as a subordinate in the LDF. []
Congress leader blocks CM Satheesan convoy, Kerala minister says action warranted
Congress leader blocks CM Satheesan convoy Kerala minister says action warranted
SFI Keralam unit calls Kanthapuram Samastha circular anti-women
SFI State secretary P.S. Sanjeev says Muslim women in Keralam have made significant advances, pointing to the appointment of Justice M. Fathima Beevi as Indias first woman judge of Supreme Court in 1989
Former MLA P.V. Anvar alleges vote leaks in UDF strongholds led to Beypore defeat
In a Facebook post, Anvar questioned whether he was defeated or made to lose and said he was compelled to speak out following recent revelations and media reports
DCC member held for stopping Kerala CM
DCC member held for stopping Kerala CMs convoy; faces suspension from Congress Thiruvananthapuram: In a shocking incident, police took District Congress Committee (DCC) member and prominent local leader Chenthi Anil into custody for allegedly stopping Chief Minister V.D. Satheesans vehicle during Chathaya Day celebrations at Chenthi on Friday night. The Congress party on Saturday decided [] The post DCC member held for stopping Kerala CMs convoy; faces suspension from Congress appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Why shortage of young corneas is hampering corneal blindness prevention drive in Keralam
Ophthalmologists point out that at a time when Keralam has been expanding facilities for corneal transplantation in public health institutions, the focus should be on developing robust Hospital Cornea Retrieval Programmes (HCRP) in both public and private sectors
Lorry driver seriously injured after boulders fall at quarry in Keralams Thiruvananthapuram
Suresh Gopi backtracks on Thrissur AIIMS remark again, says never promised it during poll campaign
Union Minister insists Kerala government must take the initiative, as his earlier AIIMS comments trigger fresh questions
From viral reels to traditional meals: The social media effect on food culture in Keralam
Dining choices are increasingly shaped by a restaurants digital presence, captivating food visualisations, and social media popularity
Mr. Raghavendra has urged the government of Karnataka to order a physical survey of the ESA area and reduce it following the Kerala model
Congress leader Chenthi Anil arrested for waylaying Keralam CM Satheesan; to be suspended from party
Anil taken into custody in the early hours of Saturday. The CMs convoy was allegedly blocked in Sreekaryam police station limits in Thiruvananthapuram on Friday evening
CPI-CPI(M) tussle over Deputy Opposition Leader post in Keralam is a mutiny against Pinarayi Vijayan
The issue is not so much about the nominal post as it is about the clamour for collective leadership; in other words, it is a mutiny against the Leader of the Opposition, whose absolute authority has been resented by the CPI over the last decade and a half
Why the monsoon is one of the best times to explore Indias forests
At naturalist-led trails across Indian wildlife lodges, the monsoon is shifting attention away from the safaris celebrity animals towards breeding frogs, nesting birds, fruiting fungi and the smaller lives that become visible after rain
Tensions Rise in Kerala Over Opposition Leadership Dispute
Thiruvananthapuram, August 29: The ongoing dispute over the position of the oppositions deputy leader in Kerala has escalated significantly. Leaders from the CPI and CPI-M are openly exchanging sharp statements, prompting LDF convenor T.P. Ramakrishnan to intervene on Friday. He appealed for restraint and assured that efforts are underway to resolve the conflict through dialogue. ... Read more Tensions Rise in Kerala Over Opposition Leadership Dispute
At least 100 cameras with automatic number plate recognition to target traffic violations; preparations are on to cover 150 problem spots to curb reckless waste dumping
Excises special drive flags inflow of illicit liquor into Keralams Ernakulam
The department registered 131 cases in the district under the Abkari Act from August 1 to 27 over alleged illegal manufacturing, sales and trafficking of liquor during the special enforcement drive during the Onam season
1.50-crore project to redevelop Vyttila Junction nearing completion
The widened and redeveloped portions beneath the Vyttila flyover being opened to traffic in a phased manner; a dedicated bus bay to park four buses at a time to be readied on the south-western side of the junction
1.50-crore project to redevelop Vyttila Junction nearing completion
The widened and redeveloped portions beneath the Vyttila flyover being opened to traffic in a phased manner; a dedicated bus bay to park four buses at a time to be readied on the south-western side of the junction
Probe launched after group stops Keralam CM Satheesans convoy in Thiruvananthapuram
The group, organising another Sree Narayana Guru event at Chenthi, signalled the CMs vehicle which was heading to Chempazhanthy to stop and attend their event
Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan to Embark on Three-Day Tour Across Four States
New Delhi, August 28: Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan will begin a three-day tour on Saturday, visiting Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, and Lakshadweep. During this trip, he will participate in various events related to education, culture, and social initiatives. According to an official statement, the Vice President will first travel to Erode, Tamil Nadu, on August ... Read more Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan to Embark on Three-Day Tour Across Four States
Three Assamese documentaries selected for Focus Long Documentary section at IDSFFK 2026
Assamese documentary cinema has secured a notable presence at the 18th International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala (IDSFFK) 2026, with three films, Shimmering Odyssey, Dreams of a Forgotten Past and Mode of Revival, included in the festivals Focus Long Documentary selection. The festival is scheduled to be held in Thiruvananthapuram from September 25 [] The post Three Assamese documentaries selected for Focus Long Documentary section at IDSFFK 2026 appeared first on NorthEast Now .
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Sree Narayana Gurus teachings should be spread across the world: Keralam CM
Satheesan recalls his announcement in the 2026-27 Revised Budget that a statue and cultural centre dedicated to Narayana Guru would be established in New Delhi
Cong leaders in Keralam back Sonia Gandhi amid controversy over memoir
Ministers in Keralam on Friday backed Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi amid a controversy over the publication of her memoir, 'Belonging: A Journey of Love', in India. The reactions came after Penguin Random House India said it was not the publisher of Sonia Gandhi's memoir. Earlier this month, American publisher Alfred A Knopf, an imprint of Penguin Random House, announced that the book would be released on November 10. The statement came after a report in The Indian Express claimed that the publisher had backed out after Gandhi refused to make editorial changes to the manuscript. Higher Education Minister Roji M John, in a Facebook post, praised Sonia Gandhi for refusing to alter her memoir and recalled the personal tragedies she had faced, including the assassinations of former prime ministers Indira Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi. John said Sonia Gandhi had initially sought to stay away from politics but later took up the leadership of the Congress due to ...
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Market interventions to prevent artificial price rise and curb the exploitation of farmers and consumers by middlemen during festival seasons and the Sabarimala pilgrimage season, says T. Siddique
Three students drown in Keralams Kozhikode
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Niranam Punyaalan claims Sree Narayana Trophy at 86th Kannetti boat race
Rowed by the Kumarakom Town Boat Club under the banner of Souhridham 87, the boat crossed the finish line first to secure the championship title along with a cash prize of 1.5 lakh. Naduvilaparamban, rowed by Sangham Kannetti, in second place, followed by St. Pius Tenth, operated by the Iruvar Boat Club, in third
Sukumara Kurup case: Kerala Police to look into latest claims
Four decades after staging a gruesome murder to pull off a 50-lakh insurance fraud, Sukumara Kurup is making headlines once again.
Tourists provoke wild tusker in Idukki
The three youths, residents of Tiruchirappalli in Tamil Nadu, were attempting to take photographs of a wild tusker
Kanthapuram Samastha circular on women at public events in Keralam draws criticism
It asks mahal and madrasa officials not to let women be present among unrelated men at religious events, and to ensure that programmes follow Islamic norms
Kodikunnil Suresh, P.C. Thomas raise concerns over proposed restructuring of railway divisions
MP Kodikunnil Suresh expresses deep dissatisfaction over the decision; says transferring key regions, including Mangaluru, which fall under the Palakkad division, to the Mysuru division is a major setback for the State
Police transfers over clash at mosque in Keralams Kozhikode draw criticism
Five officers, including Chombala Station House Officer P.P. Shameel, were transferred after allegations surfaced over their alleged lapses in handling the situation
A few sharp curves beneath Kochi metro corridor turning into death traps
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Prabhakaran Nair, founding leader of NGO Union, dies at 90
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Keralams Sukumara Kurup case: Can a fugitive be presumed dead? What does the law say?
Heres why the law treats the presumption of death and trial in absentia as two separate questions in the case of a long-absconding fugitive
Agriculture department issues orders revamping Agriculture Development Committees
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In a sharp indirect rebuke of Natesans leadership of the SNDP Yogam, Shamseer writes that Gurudevan, who gave meaning to Advaita, is writhing and dying in the laps of those carrying new purse-strings
BJP accuses Satheesan govt of double standards over remarks against religious beliefs
Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 28 (IANS) Kerala BJP president, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, on Friday accused the Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan government of double standards in dealing with controversial remarks against religious beliefs. He alleged that it had remained silent on statements targeting Hindu faith while taking action in other cases. Questioning the governments response to remarks attributed to []
Rise in sales of Milmas dairy products during Onam season
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Kerala NEET UG Round 1 final allotment result 2026 released on August 27. Check MBBS/BDS seat allotment, allotment letter, reporting dates, documents and next steps.
Memories of tensions between Keralam and Tamil Nadu from nearly two decades ago when Tamil Nadu sought to establish Salem Railway Division have resurfaced, amid the proposed bifurcation of Mangaluru region from Palakkad Railway Division.
Keralam govt to step up market interventions to check price rise
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Mullappally Ramachandran urges Congress leadership to expedite KPCC reshuffle
Senior Congress leader says partys activities in Keralam have 'remained stagnant' for nearly three months in the absence of a full-time State president
Keralam launches 'Be a Malayali for a Day' experiential tourism campaign
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Thrissur fireworks tragedy: Centre tells Kerala HC that unit deployed more workers than permitted
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Of the 35 passenger train pairs operating from Mangaluru, 23 run towards Kerala and Tamil Nadu, and six each towards rest of Karnataka and Mumbai
Wedding Party Bus Overturns in Kerala After Swerving to Avoid Scooter, 35 Injured
A tourist bus carrying a wedding party overturned near Kakkoor in Ernakulam, Kerala, after the driver reportedly swerved to avoid a scooter. Around 35 people were injured, with four reportedly in serious condition. CCTV footage of the crash has surfaced online.
A Malayalam news channel recently aired an image of a man in Brunei, claiming it was a recent photograph of fugitive Sukumara Kurup in hiding. Crime Branch ADGP H. Venkatesh, however, says the case will not be closed unless there is conclusive evidence that Kurup is dead
A wedding party's journey in Kerala took a frightening turn after a tourist bus carrying around 35 passengers overturned near a petrol pump in Ernakulam district. The accident took place on August 27 after the bus driver made a sharp manoeuvre while trying to avoid a scooter that had suddenly come in front of the vehicle.
Thrissur man claims viral photo attributed to fugitive Sukumara Kurup is of his brother
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Jacobite Church slams alleged irregularities in delegate list by Orthodox faction
Kuriakose Mor Theophilos calls for impartial verification
C J George elected president of Indo-Japan Chamber of Commerce Kerala
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Indias Longest Longest-Running Fugitive Sukumara Kurup in Brunei?
Keralam Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala on Friday directed the Crime Branch to verify the veracity reports that fugitive Sukumara Kurup is still alive in Brunei
During a recent event at an educational institution, Kapikad allegedly used sexually derogatory language while referring to Lord Ayyappa and Malikappurathamma
NIT Calicut 22nd convocation: Record 2,128 graduates to receive degrees on August 29
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Onam rush in Keralam: Railways intensify checks to curb ticketless travel
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Drug pusher posing as Sub Inspector arrested in Keralams Kozhikode
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Keralam Home Minister asks Crime Branch to verify reports fugitive Sukumara Kurup is alive
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Braving the odds: Parents of differently abled children in Keralam search for a bright spot
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Kerala bus overturns at petrol pump after driver swerves to avoid two-wheeler, 20 injured
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Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 28 (IANS) Kerala Transport Minister C.P. John has sought a report from the Transport Commissioner Nagaraju Chakilam following the death by suicide of a 35-year-old auto-rickshaw driver in Malappuram, who had blamed the Motor Vehicles Department (MVD) for allegedly obstructing his livelihood by repeatedly denying a fitness certificate for his vehicle. Shoukath, a []
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Onamrush: 1,500 police personnel deployed across Kochi to ensurepublic safety
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Keralam social activists comments have hurt Ayyappa devotees: samiti
WJM holds hunger strike in support of Anagha Sasi at Malayalam varsity
Can CPI poll 5,000 votes on its own in Keralam, asks CPI(M) State secretariat member C.N. Mohanan
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MalappuramCollector advises against travel through Gudalur amid hartal
Man held for wifes death in Keralams Malappuram
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Kochi Corporation commissions digital streetlight survey to plug asset register gaps
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Key operator of MDMA trafficking network arrested in U.P.
Alleged interstate drug kingpin was traced to a high-security Greater Noida apartment complex after months on the run. He was wanted in connection with the seizure of nearly 500 g of the synthetic drug from an ambulance at Vaniyambpara on May 26
Nepal Floods: 288 Indians Uncontactable, 21 Rescued So Far, MEA Shares Key Updates | Watch
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal provided an update on Indian nationals stranded and uncontactable amid devastating floods in Nepal. According to the MEA, 288 Indian nationals remain uncontactable, including 73 people working at the Trishuli-1 Power Project. Several groups of Indian travellers from Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Kerala and other states are also stranded in different parts of Nepal. Jaiswal said 21 Indian nationals from Tamil Nadu have been rescued, while around 200 people stranded on the Chinese side have sought assistance for evacuation. India has also stepped up humanitarian support, sending two aircraft carrying eight tonnes of medicines and one tonne of food items to Kathmandu. Overall, India has sent 47.5 tonnes of emergency supplies to support Nepals rescue and relief operations.
Keralam govt. frames policy for safe reuse of treated wastewater
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Keralam MPs mark Thiruvonam with satyagraha against Palakkad railway division split
Protest held in front of the Palakkad Divisional Railway Managers office at Olavakode; MPs urge Centre to withdraw the proposal
Video: Bus attempting to save biker overturns in Kerala; 35 injured, 4 critical
Video Bus attempting to save biker overturns in Kerala injured critical
