Kerala court convicts Sandeep in Dr. Vandana Das murder case
It was the first case of a doctor murdered while on duty, in Kerala
Election Commission orders transfer of officials in Kerala ahead of Assembly polls
The Election Commission has ordered the transfer of several IAS and IPS officers in Kerala. This reshuffle is part of the poll preparedness for the upcoming Assembly elections on April 9. Key appointments include new district police chiefs and collectors. The transfers are effective immediately. Officers transferred out cannot be assigned election duties until the polls conclude.
CPI(M) Veteran TK Govindan Quits After Party Fields MV Govindan's Wife
Kerala's ruling CPI (M) suffered a major blow on Monday, as party veteran TK Govindan severed all ties with the organisation and declared his intent to contest as an independent candidate from the Marxist stronghold of Taliparamba.
Plastic price surge hits MSMEs, disrupts supply chains for FMCG and footwear firms
Plastic processing units in Kerala are halting operations due to rising raw material costs and capital shortages, impacting FMCG, footwear, and healthcare sectors. Manufacturers have increased prices by up to 50%, with further hikes anticipated as supply chains face disruptions. Industry leaders are urging government intervention.
Kerala Lottery Result Today: Sthree Sakthi SS-511 lottery result will be declared today, on Tuesday, March 17. Check the live updates and full list of winning numbers from 3 pm.
The Kerala High Court refused to quash an FIR against an excise inspector accused of accepting liquor bottles as a bribe for issuing transport permits. The court found that the recovery of liquor bottles established a prima facie case of corruption, dismissing claims of rivalry and procedural objections. The investigation into the alleged illegal gratification will now proceed.
Kerala youth stranded on Iran cargo ship, kin seek help
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Poll heat rises in Palakkad as BJP trains guns on UDF MLA scandal
The BJP has fielded Sobha Surendran, who helped the party leap to the second position in the constituency for the first time in 2016, hoping to wrest the seat from the United Democratic Front. The Left Democratic Front has been finishing in third spot in the segment for the past three elections. Neither the UDF nor the LDF has announced candidates for the segment
Defections and cross-affiliations are blurring the traditional ideological boundaries between the United Democratic Front, Left Democratic Front, and the National Democratic Alliance. Increasingly, electoral pragmatism rather than ideological loyalty appears to be shaping political choices
Vigilance court orders probe against Kochi Mayor over corruption allegation
Man allegedly shot dead by neighbour
DC Edit | Kerala Polls May Prove Tricky For Both LDF, UDF
The Left faces two major challenges for its return to power. One is an anti-incumbency mood prevailing among a section of the people who advocate change. The other is the charge, emanating from the Left fellow travellers, that the LDF made compromises in its core secular credentials
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: NDA declares candidates for 12 seats in Kozhikode
Though the UDF is yet to officially announce its candidates, Congress probables who have received the green signal from top leadership have already begun campaigning. LDF candidates too have entered campaign mode
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: BDJS announces candidates for Assembly polls
Kerala wellness sector stares at uncertainty as West Asian crisis continues
Kerala is considered the cradle of wellness tourism in the country, and nearly 70% of the foreign tourists visiting the State belong to this category
Ramzan prayer meet calls for spiritual renewal, civic responsibility
Crab in Silent Valley found displaying both male and female biological traits
KGMOA protests suspension of gynaecologist
Kerala Assembly polls: Thiruvananthapuram district to have 440 new polling stations
Sudden poll announcement catches officials off guard
Infant safely returns home after liver transplant surgery
Sitting MLA Thomas K. Thomas will contest in Kuttanad, and K.T. Mujeeb in Malappuram
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: MLA C.C. Mukundan, ousted from CPI, joins BJP; may contest from Nattika
Mukundan had earlier held discussions with the State Congress leaders in Delhi, but they refused to accommodate him. He says he will expose instances of corruption in the CPI
Farmer injured in wild elephant attack in Idukki
Kerala Assembly polls: political parties cross swords over government ads
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Senior leader T.K. Govindan quits CPI(M) in Kannur
The district secretariat member of the party unhappy with the party fielding P.K. Shyamala at Taliparamba. He says since party secretary M.V. Govindan was a three-time MLA from the constituency, the seat should not be given to his wife for the fourth term. T.K. Govindan plans to enter the fray as in Independent
Govt. issues order lifting construction ban on patta land in Idukki
The order grants permission for the construction of residential, public, and commercial buildings, as well as aided educational institutions, on assigned lands
HC permits extraction, cryopreserving gametes of brain-dead person
The court also permitted the petitioner to avail the services of a recognised assisted reproductive technology clinic
Tharoor on upcoming Kerala polls, says 'We need to change the govt'
History-sheeters detained in Thiruvananthapuram in special drive ahead of Kerala polls
26,57,478 voters in Kozhikode district, 39 flying squads to check violation of poll code
The High Court disqualified them from their posts following a finding that they acted in violation of the Companies Act, 2013, by failing to file audited accounts of the Yogam for three consecutive years
BJP releases first list of 47 candidates for Assembly polls
Key candidates include State president Rajeev Chandrasekhar in Nemom, Union Minister George Kurian from from Kanjirappally and former Union Minister V. Muraleedharan in Kazhakuttom. With plans to boost its vote share following recent local successes, the BJP is gearing up for a significant electoral challenge in the State.
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: KC(M) announces candidates, Jose K. Mani to contest from Pala
List includes all five sitting legislators of the party; Roshy Augustine will contest from Idukki
Keralam Assembly polls: BJP releases 47 candidates for Keralam elections
The BJP released its first list of 47 candidates for the Kerala Assembly elections, fielding BJP Kerala President Rajeev Chandrasekhar from Nemom and former Union Minister of State V Muraleedharan from Kazhakoottam
BJP Announces First List Of 47 Candidates For Kerala Assembly Polls
Former CPM MLA S Rajendran and former CPI MLA K Ajith, who both recently joined the BJP, will contest from the Devikulam and Vaikom reserved constituencies respectively: Reports
CPI(M) to keep Padmakumar away
Kerala Assembly polls 2026 | The temple that returns to Keralas political arena every election
The Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple is yet again at the centre of political conversation ahead of another election season in the State; while the LDF govt. has held a Global Ayyappa Sangamam and backtracked on its earlier stance on womens entry, the UDF has raised the alleged gold theft at the temple as a major issue
11 family health centres in Kozhikode declared antibiotic smart
The family health centres at Thiruvambady, Chekkiad, Iringal, Azhiyoor, Meppayyur, Chooloor, Eramangalam, Kodiyathur, Iruvallur, Kulathoor, and Moodadi are antibiotic smart now
BJP fields 47 in first Kerala list; Rajeev Chandrasekhar to contest from Nemom
As the Kerala assembly elections approach, the Bharatiya Janata Party has revealed its first batch of 47 candidates, setting the stage for a competitive race. Rajeev Chandrasekhar, the president of the state unit, will be vying for a seat in Nemom, the party's only victorious enclave in Kerala.
Kerala Assembly polls 2026 | The hill shrine that returns to Keralas political arena every election
The Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple is yet again at the centre of political conversation ahead of another election season in the State; while the LDF govt. has held a Global Ayyappa Sangamam and backtracked on its earlier stance on womens entry, the UDF has raised the alleged gold theft at the shrine as a major issue
Ernakulam district set for smooth conduct of polls, says Collector
Swadeshi matters in building strategic leverage in evolving world order: V. Anantha Nageswaran
Says for building strategic resilience and strategic indispensability, competitiveness in manufacturing and export sectors matters
Wayanad Sky Island bird survey records 156 species
Birdwatchers were deployed across 11 base camps to survey different habitats of the sky islands located above 1,200 metres, including forests, grasslands, and sholas
Kerala Assembly polls 2026 | election officials targeting 85% turnout on April 9
With a focus on increasing youth participation, the Election Commission is also implementing measures to combat electoral malpractices, while a Fake News Detection Unit will monitor misinformation as the election period begins.
Kerala Assembly polls 2026 | Twenty20s bonhomie with BJP faces electoral test
The outfit has sought nearly 20 seats spreading across Kerala. However, local leadership of the BJP in Ernakulam and Thrissur have refused to yield their strongholds.
BJP Releases First List Of 47 Names For Kerala Polls
The BJP on Monday released its first list of 47 candidates for the April 9 polls, fielding three former Union ministers.
BJPs first Kerala list features Rajeev Chandrasekhar among 47 candidates
The Bharatiya Janata Party is gearing up for a fierce fight in the 2026 Kerala Legislative Assembly Election, with the release of its initial lineup of 47 candidates. High-profile nominations include Rajeev Chandrasekhar and K. Surendran. This strategic choice underscores the party's commitment to establishing a notable presence in various constituencies, hinting at a well-thought-out campaign ahead.
Kerala: Woman Hacked to Death by Mother-in-law Over Serving Tea
Shanta (70) allegedly attacked her daughter-in-law with a machete following an argument over serving tea.
The Bharatiya Janata Party has announced its initial list of 47 candidates for the upcoming Kerala assembly elections. Key leaders like Rajeev Chandrasekhar and K Surendran are among those fielded. The party aims to contest across various constituencies in the state. Kerala will go to polls on April 9, with results declared on May 4.
Parliament yet to act on end-of-life care law despite repeated Supreme Court nudges: Rajya Sabha MP
IUML MP Haris Beeran (Kerala) called on the government to introduce the Medical Treatment of terminally ill patients (End-of-Life Care) Act, as recommended by the Law Commission, and to mandate palliative care infrastructure at every district hospital and primary health centre
KPCC secretary, former CPI(M) councillor join BJP in Kerala
Kannur ADM Naveen Babu death: Kerala court orders further probe
Thalassery Additional Sessions Court Judge, in a common order, allowed two petitions filed by Babus family seeking further investigation and the production of the Call Data Records of P.P. Divyas official mobile phone
Auto driver killed after KSRTC bus crashes into bus shelter at Neyyattinkara in Kerala
Kerala Lottery Result Today Live: Bhagyathara BT-45 Winning Numbers (16/03/2026) Full List
Kerala Lottery Result Today Live Updates: Here's full list of winning numbers for Bhagyathara BT-45 lottery for Monday, March 16, 2026.
Siblings die in motorcycle accident in Kilimanoor in Kerala capital
Their motorcycle reportedly rammed an electric post and skidded on the road before falling into a nearby drain
Kerala Assembly elections: CPI rebel MLA C.C. Mukundan joins BJP, eyes Nattika contest
Mukundan says decision part of his fight after Congress entry bid fails; expresses interest in contesting on BJP symbol in Nattika
K.S. Hamsa, who stuck to the boards earlier position that the controversial holding at Munambam was indeed a Waqf property, blames Farook College, the Mutawalli (the manager of the Waqf), for the land dispute
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: 'People are ready for change,' says Rajeev Chandrasekhar
Why nurses in Keralas private hospitals went on strike | Explained
Nurses at private hospitals across Kerala went on an indefinite strike from March 9 to 13, led by United Nurses Association, demanding higher wages and better working conditions. Though the strike, which disrupted critical services, has been temporarily withdrawn after a Kerala High Court directive, UNA says it will relaunch the strike if there is no progress in mediation efforts
Opinion: Opinion | Four Faces, One Prize: The 'Silent' War Inside The Congress In Kerala
'Three Musketeers' in the Kerala Congress - and an unexpected fourth - are silently redrawing the contest in Kerala.
Bhagyathara BT 45 Lottery Result (16/03/2026): The Kerala State Lotteries Department conducts the high-stakes draw for the Karunya BT 45 weekly lottery today, March 16, 2026. The event will be held at Gorky Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram, featuring a grand first prize of 1 crore.
CPI(M), CPI candidates begin poll campaign as UDF, NDA finalise lists
Political parties in Kerala are actively campaigning following the election schedule announcement. CPI(M) and CPI candidates have already started their outreach, visiting constituencies and interacting with voters. Ministers G R Anil and P A Muhammad Riyas are among those leading the charge. Other parties are in the final stages of candidate selection.
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra alleges elections schedule tailored for BJP
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra claims election schedules for four states and one union territory are aligned with the Bharatiya Janata Party's convenience. The Election Commission announced polling dates for West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Assam, and Puducherry. Voting will occur in phases, with counting scheduled for May 4. The terms of the current assemblies are ending at different times.
Kerala Travel Mart Society seeks steps to address cooking gas shortage
KTM Secretary S Swaminathan urged the authorities to take immediate steps to ensure the availability of cooking gas cylinders for the tourism and hotel industry
Kerala Assembly polls: Poster war erupts in UDF in Kasaragod ahead of candidate announcement
Congress screening committee has decided not to field a party candidate in Ambalappuzha and to extend support to dissident CPI(M) leader G. Sudhakaran instead, according to sources
Kerala Congress (Joseph) seeks all 10 seats it contested in 2021, open to swaps
In a bold move, Kerala Congress (Joseph) is aiming to secure all ten Assembly seats they competed for in the previous election. Ongoing discussions with the Congress party concerning seat allocation could lead to interesting developments. Although P J Joseph finds it tough to part with the Idukki constituency, he's signaling a readiness to negotiate.
EC announces polls schedule: Single phase in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, TN; 2 phases in Bengal
New Delhi, Mar 15 : Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala and Puducherry will be held on a single day on April 9, in Tamil Nadu on April 23 and in two phases in West Bengal on April 23 and 29, while votes will be counted for all polls on May 4, the Election Commission announced [] The post EC announces polls schedule: Single phase in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, TN; 2 phases in Bengal appeared first on Northlines .
West Asia conflict: Dubai airport closure forces Emirates flight back to Kochi
Emirates flight with 325 passengers returned to Kochi, Kerala, following a security incident. Flight EK 533, which departed at 4:30 a.m., landed back in India at 8:30 a.m
Elections India: Left parties face a crucial electoral test in five assembly elections, aiming to retain Kerala and revive their presence in West Bengal. Leaders express confidence in Kerala's LDF government's achievements and hope for a comeback in West Bengal, while also targeting the BJP in Puducherry and forming alliances in Tamil Nadu and Assam.
Kerala Lottery Result Today: Bhagyathara BT-45 lottery result will be declared today, on Monday, March 16. Check the live updates and full list of winning numbers from 3 pm.
India are going to do this more and more often: Sanju Samson
The unassuming star from Kerala has been toiling for years to leave an impact on the game, and the T20 World Cup was his finest moment.
'Aadu 3' advance booking day 1 crosses Rs 1 crore
Advance ticket sales for 'Aadu 3: One Last Ride' are exceeding expectations, with over Rs 1 crore already booked in Kerala. The highly anticipated third installment, releasing March 19, 2026, is planned as a two-part story to accommodate extensive world-building. The popular cast returns, promising an epic conclusion for fans.
'Kerala Story 2' box office Day 17: Film crosses Rs 47 cr
'The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond' is still making waves at the box office, garnering Rs 47.78 crore as it nears the end of its third week. While it trails behind the financial triumph of the previous film, its compelling narrative featuring three women questing for liberation amid familial opposition resonates powerfully with audiences. Read on to know more in detail.
Single phase polling in Assam, Kerala, TN, Puducherry; 2 phases in WB
EC announces schedule, counting on May 4 NEW DELHI, Mar 15: Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala and Puducherry will be held on a single day on April 9, in Tamil Nadu on April 23 and in two phases in West Bengal on April 23 and 29, while votes will be counted for all polls on May 4, the Election Commission announced on Sunday. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Compared to eight voting days spread across almost a month [] The post Single phase polling in Assam, Kerala, TN, Puducherry; 2 phases in WB appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
EC asks federal probe agencies, security forces to check black money, drugs
NEW DELHI, Mar 15 : The Election Commission (EC) has directed central investigative and security agencies to mount a special vigil and take proactive measures to check the use of black money, drugs and other illegal inducements during the upcoming polls to five legislative assemblies. The poll body on Sunday announced the election schedule for four states of Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal apart from the Union Territory of Puducherry during a press conference held here. The EC, [] The post EC asks federal probe agencies, security forces to check black money, drugs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
For Left, Kerala is the red fort that must not fall
The bugle has been sounded for assembly polls in five states Assam, West Bengal, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and Kerala. The fate of incumbent governments and aspiring opposition parties hangs in the balance even while a frenetic election campaign participated by top national and regional leaders is underway till the time the counting []
Cong banks on Kerala to end its long season of electoral upsets
The CPI, which won the seat in the maiden contest in 1957, emerged victorious the last time in 1996. Since then, it has been V.D. Satheesan all the way. This time, the Left party is fielding E.T. Taison against him
U.K. Foreign Secretary has been in touch to express the countrys solidarity with partners in the region, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, and Kuwait many of whom have been targeted with Iranian strikes, which we strongly condemn, says Shalini Medepalli
Single-day polls in Assam, Kerala, TN, Puducherry
West Bengal to vote in two phases on April 23 and April 29 New Delhi: Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala and Puducherry will be held on a single day on April 9, in Tamil Nadu on April 23 and in two phases in West Bengal on April 23 and 29, while votes will be counted []
Assembly elections remain crucial test for INDIA Bloc amid BJP's expansionist Plans
Key elections are underway in West Bengal, Kerala, Assam, and Tamil Nadu, along with Puducherry. These polls are a significant challenge for opposition parties, particularly within the INDIA bloc. The outcomes will shape the future of alliances and the national ambitions of leaders like Mamata Banerjee and MK Stalin.
EC announces election schedule, phases shrink for polls to 5 assemblies
Elections for five states and union territories are scheduled from April 9 to May 4. This condensed timeline reduces the overall election duration significantly. Voters in Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry will cast ballots on April 9. Tamil Nadu votes on April 23. West Bengal will have polling in two phases on April 23 and April 29.
NUALS secures first place in moot court contest
Assembly elections 2026: Full schedule for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam & Puducherry
ECI has announced the schedule for the 2026 Assembly elections. Assam, Kerala and Puducherry will vote in a single phase on April 9, while Tamil Nadu will go to polls on April 23. West Bengal will hold elections in two phases on April 23 and April 29.
Credit wars escalate as polls approach
Two parallel road inaugurations lay bare Keralas friction with the Centre
Privatisation of public entities affects reservation in jobs, says Pinarayi Vijayan
