School holiday October 1: Are schools closed tomorrow? Check Tamil Nadu, Delhi, UP and other states
School holiday tomorrow October 1, 2026: Schools across India will not have a uniform closure, with Tamil Nadu observing a quarterly break while several other states are expected to hold regular classes. Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Odisha and West Bengal have different schedules, making state and school calendars important for students and parents.
BJP warns security lapses may strain Centre-state ties in Kerala
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 30 (IANS) Kerala Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Wednesday stepped up his attack on the V.D. Satheesan government over alleged security lapses during the visits of Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan, warning that such incidents could affect Centre-state relations. Chandrasekhar said the BJP had offered cooperation to the new state government for the welfare and overall development of Kerala from the day Satheesan took oath as the Chief Minister. He added that the Centre had also made it clear during Home Minister Shah's visit to Kerala last week that it was ready to extend all possible help to the state. See what happened in Kollam when Union Minister Amit Shah was in the state and two Kerala Ministers were present, Chandrasekhar said. He was referring to the Youth Congress protest during Amit Shah's visit to Kollam. The BJP has described the incident as a serious security lapse. Chandrasekhar also pointed to another security-related incident during the Vice-President's visit to the state capital Thiruvananthapuram on September 27. He said that both incidents were serious and could not be dismissed lightly. A state Minister is responsible for this breach, he added, without naming the Minister. The BJP would raise the issue with the state government, Chandrasekhar said. He added that the issue went beyond a political confrontation between the BJP and the state government. Any lapse in the security of senior constitutional authorities was a serious matter, he said. Chandrasekhar also sought to link the issue to the Centre-state relationship. He said the BJP's offer to cooperate with the state government for Kerala's development remained unchanged. But the state government also had a responsibility to ensure proper security arrangements for visiting Constitutional authorities, he added. The remarks come at a time when the BJP and the Congress-led state government are already engaged in a political confrontation over the Youth Congress protest against Home Minister Amit Shah. The BJP has alleged that the protesters were able to come close to the route of the Union Home Minister's convoy because of inadequate security arrangements. The police, however, have said that the protesters did not obstruct the convoy or come close enough to constitute a security breach. Chandrasekhar said the BJP would continue to raise the issue and seek accountability for the lapses.
Congress, BJP Spar Over Attacks As Political Tensions Rise in Keralam
The political slugfest escalated between the two parties following the recent waving of black flags at Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Keralam. Congress Offices were attacked in return
Third Wave Coffee forays into Kerala with two outlets in Kochi
This market expansion complements the brands recent new market entries across Visakhapatnam, Jalandhar, Lucknow, and Ludhiana, further strengthening the presence across Indias high-potential emerging markets
Kerala has immense potential for investment and growth: Kalyan Silks MD
World Malayalee Council, Indian Regions first business conclave brings together over 200 entrepreneurs from different States
Kerala has immense potential for investment and growth: Kalyan Silks MD
World Malayalee Council, Indian Regions first business conclave brings together over 200 entrepreneurs from different States
Kerala High Court Rejects Pakistani Woman
The Kerala High Court has held that a foreign national cannot claim a legal right to have a visa application considered merely because she is married to an Indian citizen, as reported in LiveLaw. Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas dismissed a writ petition filed by a married couple, where the wife was a Pakistani national, after [] The post Kerala High Court Rejects Pakistani Womans Visa Plea: No Vested Right To Enter India Even If Married To Indian appeared first on The Commune .
KFDC offers work from forests at Gavi, Suryanelli in Keralam
As part of workation programme, high-speed Internet, extra power outlets and dedicated discussion areas provided. After work, guests can also choose from guided nature walks, boating, birdwatching and wildlife trails
Govt will fast-track development, welfare works: Keralam CM
Thiruvananthapuram: Keralam Chief Minister VD Satheesan on Wednesday, September 30, said the government will expedite measures to carry forward key development and welfare initiatives in the state. Satheesan, in an X post, said that as a step in that direction, review and board meetings of various government organisations working in the field of social security, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Becoming fully renewable energy-based by 2040 may be challenging for Keralam: study
Keralam will need at least 27 gigawatts of renewable capacity addition to meet the 2040 electricity demand purely from renewables, hydro and nuclear without any thermal power support, according to a study by WRI India
Keralam CM declines State police request to increase his security vehicles
State police had earlier sought to add one more security vehicle to Satheesans convoy following recent black flag protests by Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha activists against him and other Ministers, say sources
Keralam govt orders Vigilance probe into Mundamveli P&T apartment project
Order dated September 22, issued by Additional Chief Secretary, directs VACB director to conduct preliminary inquiry against officials responsible for irregularities detected
Veli-Kadinamkulam passenger-cum-tourist boat service inaugurated in Keralam
Minister says Veli will be developed into a transport hub and it has immense potential for development in the transport and tourism sectors, given its proximity to major air, rail, water and road transport networks
Court admits actor Ansiba Hassans contempt plea against SHO
Judicial First Class Magistrate Court, Ernakulam, issues notice to Keralam government
Keralam bypoll results a strong indicator that CPI(M) has not lost its ground: A. Vijayaraghavan
CPI(M) Polit Bureau member says the electorate has responded against UDF government at the first opportunity after it came to power
Justice A. Badharudeen reviews information passed by ED to State Police Chief and observes orally that question of whether to conduct a preliminary inquiry before registering an FIR will have to be analysed on a case-to-case basis
Mammootty Lends Voice to Panthadikkam, Keralas Football Passion Documented on OTT
Mammoottys voice features in Panthadikkam, a sports documentary exploring Keralas deep connection with football, streaming from October 1. Mammootty Lends Voice to Panthadikkam, Keralas Football Passion Documented on OTT
KCB Accounts Officer Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
Kerala Cashew Board (KCB) has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 1 Accounts Officer post. The online application process will be conducted from 30 September 2026 to 13 October 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official KCB website.
Keralam Forest dept begins operation to tranquillise, capture elephant KM-1 at Aralam
Prohibitory order imposed in parts of Aralam
Weather tomorrow: Rain likely in several states; heavy showers alert in TN, Karnataka, Kerala, Assam
Keralam govt forwards proposals by various film bodies to departments concerned ahead of finalising draft industry policy for Malayalam cinema
Kerala Police Issues New Notice to Reporter TV MD Over Alleged Insult to Chief Minister
Kerala police have summoned Reporter TVs MD, Anto Augustine, for questioning over alleged derogatory remarks about Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan. Kerala Police Issues New Notice to Reporter TV MD Over Alleged Insult to Chief Minister
Time up for corrupt Kerala officials as Vigilance, ACB go high-tech
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 30 (IANS) Time appears to be running out for corrupt government officials in Kerala, with the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) stepping up surveillance and turning to technology to track officials suspected of taking bribes. The Vigilance has prepared a list of officials for scrutiny, with more than 200 of them placed in the red category for closer monitoring. Officials in the Revenue, Local Self Government and Motor Vehicles departments form a major part of the list. The intensified action is part of Project Zero, the statewide anti-corruption campaign of the Vigilance. The agency was now tracking not only officials but also the methods used to receive illegal payments. Corrupt officials were changing their ways, with digital transactions increasingly replacing cash payments. The Vigilance has detected cases in which bribe money was routed through intermediaries to bank accounts linked to relatives of officials. In some instances, payments were found to have been made to the accounts of daughters of officials studying abroad. Benami transactions are also under the scanner as the agency seeks to track the flow of illegal money. The Vigilance will now use Artificial Intelligence to monitor government officials and examine the movement of files. Unusual patterns in file movement or official activity could trigger closer surveillance. The latest drive comes after the government overhauled the Vigilance Manual in July this year after nearly 24 years. Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan and Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala have time and again pointed out that corruption will not be tolerated at any cost. The revised manual was introduced to bring the state's anti-corruption machinery in line with changing methods of corruption, particularly those involving digital payments and technology-driven financial transactions. It provides detailed procedures for investigating online financial transactions, benami assets and assets disproportionate to known sources of income. The government has also sought to strengthen internal vigilance in departments and public sector undertakings. Surprise inspections will be intensified and departments have been directed to promptly report corruption complaints to the Vigilance. The new manual also seeks to make Vigilance investigations more professional. The Vigilance is also strengthening its district-level machinery, with District Vigilance Superintendents of Police expected to play a bigger role in the anti-corruption campaign. With the Vigilance now combining field surveillance with digital tracking and Artificial Intelligence, officials under suspicion face a more closely monitored working environment.
Mammootty lends his voice to sports documentary 'Panthadikkam'
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 30 (IANS) Malayalam superstar Mammootty has narrated 'Panthadikkam', a first-of-its-kind sports documentary, which is to be streamed on an OTT platform from October 1 this year. OTT platform Malayalam Zee5 is set to premiere 'Panthadikkam', its first-ever Malayalam sports documentary which has been narrated by Mammootty. The five-episode cinematic series will explore the sports most intense, vibrant and surprising cultural landscape, taking audiences through the history, traditions, rivalries and extraordinary fandom that make football an integral part of life in Kerala. Speaking about the documentary, Padmabhushan awardee Mammootty said, Football is more than just a sport in Kerala; it is an emotion that brings people together. From the streets and local grounds to the excitement of watching international matches, the passion for the game is something I have always admired. Panthadikkam explores this unique connection between Kerala and football, bringing alive the stories, celebrations and memories that make it so special. I am happy to be part of this documentary and look forward to audiences experiencing the beautiful game through these stories. Across five episodes of approximately 20 minutes each, the series will seek to celebrate Keralas deep-rooted relationship with football, tracing the sports evolution from early club football and the golden eras of the Santosh Trophy to the modern professional landscape. It will explore the influence of international football icons and how Brazil and Argentina have become part of the streets and homes of Kerala, while capturing the vibrant celebrations, heated debates and personal journeys of fans. From towering flex boards and painted autorickshaws to midnight turf screenings, passionate commentary and fans travelling across the world to witness the game live, Panthadikkam will showcase how football has transcended age, profession and geography to become a shared cultural experience across Kerala. Produced by Dr. Sangeetha Janachandran under Stories Social, Panthadikkam has been directed and scored by Nyx Lopez, with Geetartha AR as the writer. Joe Christo Xavier has served as the cinematographer, while Sajeesh Swaminathan has served as its editor. The creative team has brought together an immersive visual and sonic treatment to capture the many layers of Keralas football culture and the passion that surrounds the sport. Zee 5 Business Head Tamil, Telugu & Malayalam Lloyd C Xavier said, While we are already a trusted and loved entertainment destination for audiences across Kerala, our ambition is to continue bringing stories that truly reflect the passions, culture, and identity of the Malayali audience. Football holds a special place in the hearts of people across the state, and with Panthadikkam, we saw an opportunity to celebrate that deep-rooted connection in a meaningful way. He went on to add, As our first-ever Malayalam sports documentary, Panthadikkam, narrated by the iconic Padma Bhushan Dr. Mammootty, brings together two of Keralas greatest passions, its most beloved actor and its most cherished sport. It is also a matter of immense pride to feature Vysakh S.R, the pioneering captain of Indias first National Amputee Football Team, whose journey is a powerful testament to resilience, determination, and an unbreakable love for football. His story reminds us that true passion knows no barriers, making him a fitting embodiment of the spirit that defines both the sport and the people of Kerala.
BJP Youth Wing Intensifies Protests Against Kerala CM V.D. Sathishan
BJPs youth organization ramps up protests against Kerala CM V.D. Sathishan, escalating political tensions with the Congress-led UDF. BJP Youth Wing Intensifies Protests Against Kerala CM V.D. Sathishan
Ernakulam, Kerala: Husband faced challenges and long delay in accessing late wifes savings bank account as nominee died; Consumer commission orders bank to pay Rs 10,000 compensation for delay
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
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.
Kerala HC directs transparency in selection of Sabarimala, Malikappuram Melsanthis
Court was considering a report filed by Sabarimala Special Commissioner R. Jayakrishnan on the matter
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.
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
MeitY IndiaAI Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence to be launched on Wednesday
A major milestone accompanying the launch is the announcement of CAIKs first cohort of 15 start-ups.
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.
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
UAE-Based Al Fursan Group Takes Over Kerala Blasters
UAE-based Al Fursan consortium, led by Sheikh Ahmad bin Faisal Al Qasimi, has announced the acquisition of Indian Super League club Kerala Blasters FC from Magnum Group. The ownership transfer will occur in phases, concluding by the end of the 2026-27 season, with new management taking over for the upcoming season.
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...
Prof. V. Aravindakshan Award 2026 for Aishe Ghosh
JNU student leader honoured for role in student movements and democratic resistance
Yuva Morcha activists in custody for waving black flags at Ministers motorcade
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
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
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
Punalur municipality to host free Swap Fair in October
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
Wild jumbo attacks: Idukki Collector issues order stopping work in plantations after dusk
Kerala Blasters confirm 100% sale, UAE-based group linked to takeover
Kerala Blasters confirm 100% sale, UAE-based group linked to takeover
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
2 Children Die After Falling Into Water Tank At Home In Kerala: Police
The incident occurred at Koorankad in Menonpara. The children were found inside the tank at around 10.30 am, police said.
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.
