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Government launches survey of sanitary napkin vending machines, incinerators in schools

Several government schools in State face multiple challenges in ensuring menstrual hygiene, the foremost being inadequate funding and infrastructure maintenance

The Hindu 4 Feb 2026 7:31 am

Plywood factory, moving car gutted in fire

The Hindu 4 Feb 2026 2:10 am

CM raises concern over Indo-US trade deal

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 11:27 pm

Watch: Centre earmarks 3,795 crore for Kerala rail projects; project-wise spend yet to be detailed

Centre earmarks 3,795 crore for Kerala rail projects; project-wise spend yet to be detailed

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 10:44 pm

Call to evolve collective consciousness to resist violence against children

Three-day State-level conclave on child protection laws gets under way

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 9:39 pm

Economic empowerment of women key to self-reliance: Minister

Kerala State Womens Development Corporations Escalera 2026, a womens fest, begins at Kanakakkunnu

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 9:27 pm

Kerala being punished for not accepting BJP: Pinarayi

Congress is acting like BJPs B-team and is remaining silent even as the Union govt. is financially choking the State, says Chief Minister

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 9:24 pm

UDF finalising candidate list for Kottayam ahead of Statewide rally

The UDF aims to finalise candidates, aligning with Leader of the Opposition V.D. Satheesans rally on February 24. Amid ongoing seat-sharing disputes, particularly in Changanassery and Ettumanur, UDF leaders are prioritising candidates with community support to reclaim lost seats.

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 9:11 pm

Minister calls for public discussions on rising social media addiction among students

15 crore earmarked in Budget to create awareness and mull law creation

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 9:04 pm

KC(M) bets big on LDF central zone rally, puts to rest defection rumours

The Kerala Congress (M) is set to launch its central zone rally from Aranmula on February 6, culminating in Ernakulam on February 14, as it seeks to reinforce its commitment to the Left Democratic Front (LDF). Led by Jose K. Mani, the rally will traverse key towns in Central Kerala, showcasing the partys strategic importance in the region while seeking to solidify support among coastal Christian communities.

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 8:38 pm

Amit Shah praises speech made by Sadanandan Master in Rajya Sabha

Union Home Minister highlights his party colleagues remarks on inhuman suffering and atrocities endured by BJP and RSS workers in Kerala

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 8:25 pm

20% increase in basic salary for cashew workers

In factories run by KSCDC and CAPEX, new salary revision will be effective from the date the previously sanctioned interim relief began

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 8:22 pm

Court slams delay in filing chargesheet in case alleging attempt to attack Pinarayi Vijayan on board flight

The incident occurred on June 13, 2022, during a flight from Kannur to Thiruvananthapuram, when Youth Congress activists staged a protest against the Chief Minister inside the aircraft

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 8:17 pm

Health projects worth 1,800 crore to be launched in Kerala

Chief Minister to lay the foundation for Institute of Organ Transplantation. The institute has been envisaged as a Centre of Excellence, with focus on advanced treatment, research and training in organ transplantation

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 8:14 pm

Cabinet subcommittee tasked with studying PM SHRI in Kerala yet to meet

The committee was formed last year after the State government put the implementation of the scheme on hold following opposition from the Communist Party of India (CPI).

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 7:46 pm

LDF and UDF on collision path over Ethics Committee weighing Mamkootathils Assembly disqualification

Leader of the Opposition V.D. Satheesan said the committee lacked the legislative competency to disqualify an elected member from the Assembly, with the rider that the Congress was not defending Mr. Mamkootathil

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 6:51 pm

Revenue e-literacy project launched in Chathannur

The project is designed to train citizens to access government services such as paying land tax or applying for certificates directly through their mobile phones.

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 6:44 pm

Idukki on high alert after receiving multiple bomb threats

Searches were conducted at the targeted sites including Mullaperiyar and Idukki dams, District Court, and District Collectorate

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 6:25 pm

Sreedharans Ponnani office meant to mislead public: Govindan

He says there is little chance of the Centre approving his programme as the Union Railway Minister is silent on the issue

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 6:23 pm

Amid uncertainty, Kerala decides to move ahead with first phase of RRTS project

Kerala Transport dept to submit proposal to Centre and initiate consultations to obtain clearances. The project is estimated to cost about 1,92,780 crore, according to an order

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 4:17 pm

Missing man found dead in excavator in Mavungal

Surendra Mohanan, native of Nellikkatte, Kanhangad, had been missing since Sunday

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 4:05 pm

Why Kerala CM Is Wrong In Claiming Centre Wants To Appropriate Minerals With Rare Earth Corridor

Royalty for state to industrial development and jobs, here's why Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan is wrong in alleging Rare Earth Corridor aims to appropriate states mineral wealth

News18 3 Feb 2026 3:43 pm

S.P. Venkatesh: the composer who gave Malayalam cinema some of its enduring melodies

Though he had worked in Tamil, Kannada and Bengali, S.P. Venkatesh reserved his best for Malayalam cinema

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 2:23 pm

Sabarimala gold row: LDF in Kerala questions Sonia Gandhi link to put Congress on the defensive

Kerala Law Minister Rajeeve says Congress is still at a loss to coherently explain the presence of two main suspects in the case at residence of Sonia Gandhi in Delhi

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 1:54 pm

Veteran music director S. P. Venkatesh dies at 70

The acclaimed composer, known for his evocative scores and popular songs of the 1980s and 1990s, passed away in Chennai, leaving behind a defining Malayalam film legacy.

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 1:43 pm

Climate report: Warming trend persists in Kerala despite slight relief in 2025

According to Statement on Climate for the State of Kerala: 2025, temperatures remained higher than normal, though the year was significantly cooler than 2024 the warmest year on record for Kerala since observations began in 1901

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 12:38 pm

Kerala Assembly: Opposition protest over Sabarimala gold row rocks House again; MLAs storm Speakers dais

Speaker A.N. Shamseer halts proceedings twice as Oppositions protests intensified

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 11:58 am

Kochi airport to become Indias first airport to operate hydrogen-powered buses

Procurement and operation of three hydrogen fuel cell electric buses at Kochi airport is part of Kerala Hydrogen Valley initiative under National Green Hydrogen Mission of Government of India

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 9:48 am

Kerala Lottery Result Today Live: Sthree Sakthi SS-505 Winners For February 3; First Prize Rs 1 Crore!

Kerala Lottery Result Today: Sthree Sakthi SS-505 lottery result will be declared today, on Monday, February 2. Check the live updates and full list of winning numbers from 3 pm.

News18 3 Feb 2026 9:00 am

After Flyover, Now A Tunnel Road Proposed Via Bandipur

The tunnel proposal came from the Union Minister to address woes of transporters especially from Kerala for 24x7 vehicular movement. The NH-766 links Gundlupet of Chamarajnagar with Kerala via Bandipur Tiger Reserve and vehicular movement has been banned by Karnataka government from dusk to dawn (6 pm to 6 am) to avert road kills of wild animals.

Deccan Chronicle 3 Feb 2026 2:21 am

From Mongolia to Malabar: rare Isabelline shrike sighted in Kannur

Characterised by its sandy-brown plumage, partial eye mask and reddish tail, the Isabelline shrike breeds in Mongolia and China and migrates to North India, Pakistan and Africa during winter

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 2:16 am

Upholstery unit gutted in fire in Kochi

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 1:06 am

Three booked on cheating charge

The Kothamangalam police registered a case against three people, including two local BJP leaders, for allegedly cheating a 58-year-old man of nearly 10 lakh

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 12:50 am

Kufos launches new initiative to conserve Kadamakudy

As the first phase of the initiative, Kufos will undertake a detailed local-level survey in Kadamakudy panchayat

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 12:28 am

Rise in southern States share in devolution of funds provides no relief to Tamil Nadu

The share of Tamil Nadu, which was 4.079% in the 15th FC, rose to 4.097% now, accounting for a rate of increase of only 0.44%; as part of horizontal devolution, the weights assigned to the criteria of area, demographic performance and per-capita GSDP (Gross State Domestic Product) have reduced affecting States like T.N and Kerala

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 12:24 am

Rajya Sabha takes up Motion of Thanks to Presidents Address

BJP's C Sadanandan Master initiated the debate on the President's Address by accusing Kerala's Left of violence and intolerance, recounting his own leg amputation. The Opposition countered, alleging a societal rift, attacks on minorities, and rising economic disparity, questioning the government's development claims and inclusive growth.

The Economic Times 2 Feb 2026 10:02 pm

Data shows variety of drugs find takers in Kochi

While suspected ganja and MDMA make up most of the narcotics seized by the authorities, annual data from the police and the Excise show that peddlers have also found a market for other addictive substances in the city and its suburbs

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 9:52 pm

Five from Udayamperoor, two from Thrippunithura bitten by stray dog

The dog was eventually caught by a team of animal handlers from the Kochi Corporation on January 31, 2026, says local body representatives

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 9:39 pm

Grand plans in the making for Idukki hydel projects golden jubilee

The birthday of Keralas largest hydroelectric project falls on February 12. The first stage of the project was dedicated to the nation in 1976 by the then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 9:38 pm

ASHAs protest against Union Budget

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 9:36 pm

Faunal survey uncovers new species in Karimpuzha Wildlife Sanctuary

The survey, carried out from January 22 to 25 documented 171 bird species, 177 species of butterflies, and 42 species of odonates, with several recorded in the sanctuary for the first time

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 9:22 pm

Court grants statutory bail to former TDB officer in Sabarimala gold loss cases

D. Sudheesh Kumar gets relief in two cases related to the loss of gold from the Sabarimala temple

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 9:11 pm

Odakkuzhal Award presented

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 8:48 pm

Man sentenced to double life imprisonment for murdering wife

Alappuzha Additional Sessions Judge Bharathi S. awarded the sentence to Rajeshkumar alias Rajan of Pallipuram near Cherthala for murdering his wife Ambili in 2024

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 8:44 pm

BJP/RSS activists acquitted in murder case of DYFI activist

Court says prosecution failed to prove that the accused were involved in the conspiracy and assault that led to the death in 2013

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 8:41 pm

Robotics kit distribution begins in Kerala schools

The new advanced kits are being distributed to empower students to build IoT (Internet of Things)-based devices

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 8:38 pm

CJ Roy death: Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan seeks judicial probe; SIT probe will uncover truth, says Karnataka Home Minister

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has requested a judicial inquiry into the death of Confident Group founder CJ Roy. Roy died during an income tax search in Bengaluru. Vijayan highlighted procedural lapses by tax officials. The state government has formed a special investigation team to probe the incident.

The Economic Times 2 Feb 2026 8:35 pm

Assembly poll buzz builds as Kottayam prepares for major rallies

Rallies by the LDF and UDF are scheduled to arrive in the district this month; BJP has initiated grassroots outreach programmes

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 8:17 pm

Centre announces 3,795-crore budgetary outlay for rail development works in Kerala

Railways clarifies that the announced outlay represents the total project cost of various development works currently under way in the State. This does not mean that the entire 3,795 crore will be spent in next financial year. Rather, it reflects the cumulative cost of projects already under construction

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 8:17 pm

From Mangolia to Malabar: rare Isabelline shrike sighted in Kannur

Characterised by its sandy-brown plumage, partial eye mask and reddish tail, the Isabelline shrike breeds in Mongolia and China and migrates to North India, Pakistan and Africa during winter

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 8:11 pm

167 residents seek inclusion in Neelakurinji Sanctuary settlement list

Notices were issued to landholders requiring verification of ownership documents by February 14, with Subcollector V.M. Arya confirming that a proposal to include the excluded residents has been sent to the government.

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 8:03 pm

Court suspends sentence of former MLA Antony Raju in evidence tampering case

The former legislator and K.S. Jose, a court clerk, were both found guilty of causing the disappearance of evidence, forgery and fabricating false evidence that had resulted in the acquittal of an Australian national who was arrested from Thiruvananthapuram International Airport in 1990 with possession of ganja.

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 7:50 pm

MGU partners with foreign universities for global dual degrees

The university has formed academic partnerships with Ghent University (Belgium), Central European University (Vienna), and Leeds Beckett University (U.K.) to offer these programmes

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 7:38 pm