Political Controversy Erupts in Kerala Over Chief Ministers Travel Arrangements
Keralas Chief Minister faces backlash over travel arrangements and luxury car use, raising questions about political ethics. Political Controversy Erupts in Kerala Over Chief Ministers Travel Arrangements
BJP appoints new state in-charges; Nitin Nabin congratulates appointees
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) BJP National President Nitin Nabin on Tuesday announced a fresh set of appointments of state in-charges and co-in-charges for various states and J&K. The appointments, detailed in an official press release from the partys central office, take effect immediately and cover organisational responsibilities across nearly all states and J&K. In a post on X, Nabin congratulated the newly appointed State Prabharis and Sah Prabharis. He said that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, their efforts would strengthen the organisation and help realise the collective dream of Viksit Bharat 2047. Notable appointments include Smriti Irani as in-charge for both Chandigarh and Haryana, with Siddharth Shambhu as co-in-charge for Chandigarh and Bhola Singh for Haryana. Baijayant Jay Panda has been named state in-charge for Maharashtra, assisted by co-in-charges Amit Malviya, Sadanand Shet Tanavade and Kamaljeet Sahrawat. In Uttar Pradesh, Vinod Tawde will serve as state in-charge, with Jagadish Patel, Medha Kulkarni, Pradeep Verma and Anant Ojha as co-in-charges. Sunil Bansal has been assigned to both Telangana and West Bengal. For Telangana, Abhay Patil and Rekha Sharma are co-in-charges, while West Bengals co-in-charges are Lal Singh Arya, Rajendra Singh and Pinki Kushwaha. Other key assignments include Biplab Kumar Deb as in-charge for Madhya Pradesh, with Rekha Verma as co-in-charge; Ram Madhav for Tamil Nadu and Uttarakhand; Harish Dwivedi for Bihar and Karnataka; and Satish Poonia for J&K and Punjab. Mangal Pandey has been named for Assam, while Arvind Bhadauria will head Andhra Pradesh with Vanathi Srinivasan as co-in-charge. Nabin has also appointed Ashish Usha Agrawal as convenor of the media department and Anil Baluni as co-ordinator of the communication department. The list further covers smaller states and J&K, including assignments for Andaman & Nicobar, Arunachal Pradesh, Delhi, Goa, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Kerala, Ladakh, Lakshadweep, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Puducherry, Sikkim and Tripura. Several leaders hold dual or multiple responsibilities. The circular, issued by national office in-charge Tarun Chugh to all state presidents and organisational general secretaries, aims to strengthen the partys organisational network ahead of future electoral and organisational programmes.
Keralam CM bats again for zoo relocation
Protest organised by Kerala NGO Union at zoo and museum complex on Wednesday evening
SIT To Probe Central Agency Findings In Case Linked To Pinarayi Vijayan
The probe will centre Kerala's former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter Veena T and former minister Mohammed Riyas, who also is the spouse of Veena.
The probe will be supervised by Additional Director General of Police, Crime Branch, H. Venkatesh, with Superintendent of Police P. Vikraman leading the investigation
Kerala HC grants bail to teacher accused in Vadakara MDMA case
K. Kavya, the third accused in the case, was one of the three special educators arrested for allegedly functioning as financial intermediaries for inter-State drug traffickers
Satheesan increasingly becoming fellow traveller of BJP: E.P. Jayarajan
Anto Augustine moves anticipatory bail pleas
Elderly woman killed as KSRTC bus hits car in Keralams Kumily
Five-member family from Pathanamthitta was en route to Velankanni when the bus from Kumily to Kottayam hit the car
Tribal farmer killed in wild elephant attack in Idukki
678 cases of ticketless travel detected in trains
Efforts under way to secure screening clearance for all selected films at IDSFFK: Minister
Virat Kohli mania grips Kerala as India star arrives ahead of West Indies ODIs
Virat Kohli mania grips Kerala as India star arrives ahead of West Indies ODIs
Priyanka Gandhi meets flood victims, workers in Nilambur
The MP meets relatives of a flood victim, rural and autorickshaw workers and assures them that she will take up their concerns with the authorities concerned
After years in limbo, Kottayam skywalk gets a push
Originally announced by the UDF government in 2015, the project lost momentum after the LDF assumed office the following year. Since then, repeated attempts to revive it have failed, turning the unfinished structure into a recurring flashpoint between the two political fronts
Soorya Krishnamoorthy, who dedicated his life to promote arts, passes away in Keralam
The Soorya Stage and Film Society founded by him has been bringing the best of musicians, dancers and films to Thiruvananthapuram in Keralam every year without fail as part of the Soorya Music, Dance and Film Festival
Wellness hub for gig workers opened in Kochi
The centre to provide safe rest facilities and basic welfare amenities to gig workers in food delivery, e-commerce and ride-hailing sectors
Rates for new electricity connections revised in Keralam
Keralams Leader of Opposition extends support to bank strike
P.P. Umer Musliyar Koyyode chosen Samastha general secretary
Sunni scholars forum forms eight-member consultative committee to deliberate on important matters
Priyanka seeks urgent rehabilitation of Vaniyampuzha tribal families
Twenty-six Paniya families have been living in makeshift tarpaulin shelters in the forest since the August 2019 floods destroyed their homes. The settlement lies across the Chaliyar river
K.A. Ratheesh seeks Kerala HC nod to withdraw resignation and rejoin service
Self-styled godman held on charge of sexual assault in Kozhikode
The accused was a repeat offender and had previously been arrested in connection with a sexual assault case registered under the POCSO Act, say police
Yellow alert for five districts in Keralam on September 24
Missing files: case registered against MILMAs Malabar union CEO
The first information report was registered on a complaint filed by Milma administrator Varkey George
SPC launches projects at Kerala Armed Women Battalion
Farmers unions protest in Kozhikode against dissolution of Malabar Milma board
Kerala Karshaka Sangham leader alleges that the V.D. Satheesan-led UDF government is trying to help the BJP capture the cooperative sector
Vehicle tax exemption limit for persons with disabilities raised to 15 Lakh in Keralam
Previously, the tax exemption applied to vehicles with a purchase value of up to 7 lakh
Services from Kochi airport to grow by 14.40% during winter schedule
The winter schedule, effective from October 26 to March 28, will feature 1,766 weekly flight movements, up from 1,544 services during the summer schedule
Elephant calf spotted with injuries near Tamil NaduKeralam border dies
Veterinarians says calf succumbed to injuries inflicted by a carnivore, possibly a tiger
Social security, welfare fund board pension distribution from Thursday
Malayalam actor Savithri Sreedharan dies at 78
National Award-winning Malayalam actor Savithri Sreedharan passed away recently at the age of 78 years. The news was confirmed by the Minister for Agriculture of Kerala, T Siddique
Kudumbashrees Janakeeya hotels shrink in Kozhikode as subsidies dry up
ntroduced under the State governments Hunger-free Keralam initiative in 2020 to provide a traditional meal at 20, Janakeeya hotels in Kozhikode have declined from 102 to 72, with six outlets shutting down during the current financial year
Right to Public Service Act in varsities to be implemented in a phased manner: Minister
Kerala Railway Police apprehend 48 people for suspected train theft
Seize valuables worth over 30 lakh in month-long drive
Two-day industry-academia conclave at IIT Palakkad
Two-day industry-academia conclave at IIT Palakkad
World Maritime Day marks beginning of a new maritime outlook for Keralam: CM
Satheesan said the project, launched with an initial allocation of 400 crore in the 2026-27 State Budget, was not merely a port development initiative but a long-term vision to achieve comprehensive development by harnessing the potential of the sea
Satheesan govt. puppet in the hands of the moneyed elite: Binoy
Satheesan govt. puppet in the hands of the moneyed elite: Binoy
Angamaly native donates bus to KSRTC for Athirappilly service in Keralam
Jose of Mookkannur in Angamaly hands over a cheque for 40 lakh to Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan to purchase the bus
Angamaly native donates bus to KSRTC for Athirappilly service in Keralam
Jose of Mookkannur in Angamaly hands over a cheque for 40 lakh to Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan to purchase the bus
VD Satheesan announces dissolution Loka Kerala Sabha
The Loka Kerala Sabha, launched in 2018 by the Pinarayi Vijayan-led LDF government, was a global forum aimed at connecting Non-Resident Keralites (NRKs) with the states development. Under Vijayans leadership, five editions took place between 2018 and January 2026
DYFI alleges backdoor appointments at KILA, demands probe
Youth outfit accuses UDF government of bypassing recruitment norms; cites appointments of two MSF functionaries; to take out march to KILA on Thursday.
DYFI alleges backdoor appointments at KILA, demands probe
Youth outfit accuses UDF government of bypassing recruitment norms; cites appointments of two MSF functionaries; to take out march to KILA on Thursday.
Row Over Chartered Flight Use, Ministers' Foreign Travel And Diaspora Outreach In Kerala
Row Over Chartered Flight Use, Ministers' Foreign Travel And Diaspora Outreach In Kerala
CM Satheesan pitches maritime led growth for Kerala
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 23 (IANS) Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan on Wednesday has sought to put the sea at the centre of Keralas next phase of economic growth, projecting Mission Samudra as a broad development strategy that goes beyond ports and shipping. In a message ahead of World Maritime Day on Thursday, Satheesan said Kerala must move from discussing the potential of its coastline to converting it into jobs, investment, and new economic opportunities. The Chief Minister said Mission Samudra, announced in the 2026-27 Budget with an allocation of Rs 400 crore, was aimed at integrating Keralas coastline, ports, and water resources with road, rail and inland waterways, industries, logistics networks, and emerging economic centres. Mission Samudra is not merely a programme for developing ports. It is a programme for developing Kerala through the sea, Satheesan said. The Chief Ministers maritime pitch comes as Vizhinjam International Seaport emerges as the centrepiece of Keralas renewed focus on the maritime economy. He said the state had a unique opportunity to position itself at the intersection of global trade and logistics networks, given its coastline, ports, inland waterways, international airports and skilled workforce. Satheesan said the maritime economy should not be viewed merely in terms of ships and cargo. It should encompass logistics, fisheries, tourism, shipbuilding and repair, maritime law, marine insurance, technology, renewable energy, ocean science, education, and skills. He also stressed the need to develop coastal shipping, green shipping and bunkering, maritime tourism, shipbuilding, maritime education, and legal studies as part of the Mission Samudra framework. The Chief Minister said the success of the initiative could not be measured simply by the number of ships calling at Keralas ports or the volume of containers handled. Its real success must be measured by the opportunities reaching our people, he said. Satheesan said farmers and MSMEs should be able to use improved logistics to reach global markets, while young people should find career opportunities in shipping, logistics, maritime law, technology, ocean science and port management within Kerala. He also underlined the role of fishermen and coastal communities in the emerging Blue Economy, and called for greater opportunities in warehousing, cold chains, marine products, food processing, and export-oriented industries. The Chief Minister said Kerala should develop the professional ecosystem surrounding global trade, including customs, marine insurance, arbitration, maritime law, finance, research and consultancy. Linking his vision to this years World Maritime Day theme, From Policy to Practice: Powering Maritime Excellence, Satheesan said Kerala had discussed the possibilities offered by its coastline for generations and now had to translate that potential into economic activity. He said Kerala should aspire to become a globally connected maritime, logistics and knowledge platform serving India and the wider world. The sea before us is not Keralas boundary. It is Keralas gateway to the world, Satheesan said.
Kerala: SIT formed to probe Pinarayi Vijayan in CMRL case
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 23 (IANS) The Kerala Police on Wednesday constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe former Chief Minister and current Opposition Leader Pinarayi Vijayan in the CMRL-Exalogic monthly payment case, bringing senior police officers who once reported to him face-to-face with allegations concerning his tenure. The SIT has been given 30 days to complete the preliminary probe. It will function under the supervision of Crime Branch ADGP H. Venkatesh, while SP Vikraman has been appointed as the investigating officer. The team comprises three Deputy Superintendents of Police, five Inspectors, and officers from the Cyber Division. The SIT was formed after the state government decided to act on the Enforcement Directorates (ED) communication to the State Police Chief regarding CMRL-Exalogic transactions. The government proceeded with the inquiry after obtaining legal advice on the material forwarded by the central agency. The probe will examine allegations contained in the ED report, including financial transactions involving Cochin Minerals and Rutile Ltd (CMRL) and Exalogic Solutions, the now-defunct IT company of Vijayans daughter T. Veena. Allegations concerning Vijayan, Veena and former minister and CPI(M) MLA P.A. Mohammed Riyas are yet to be established through police investigation or judicial process. Vijayan, Riyas and the CPI(M) have rejected the charges. The governments move followed discussions between Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan and Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala after the ED communication reached the State Police Chief. Satheesan said the law would take its course and insisted it was not political witch-hunting. Chennithala stated the government could not ignore information furnished by the ED and noted that the procedure for a preliminary inquiry was examined in light of the Supreme Courts Lalita Kumari judgment. The formation of the SIT adds a new dimension to the politically sensitive case. For nearly a decade, senior police officers dealt with Vijayan as Chief Minister. Now, as Opposition Leader, he faces questions from investigators drawn from the same police establishment. Vijayan served as Chief Minister from 2016 to 2026. The CPI(M) has opposed the governments decision, vowing to fight the matter politically and legally. On Tuesday, party workers took to the streets in protest.
Golden Girls Of India: Women's Cricket Team Wins Asian Games Gold
Keralam Chief Minister V D Satheesan congratulated the Indian women's cricket team for winning the gold medal at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, praising their inspiring performance.
Kerala: Priyanka Gandhi objects to heavy security in Wayanad
Digital Desk | Wayanad, Sep 23 (IANS) Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Wednesday expressed displeasure over the elaborate security arrangements for her during a visit to her Wayanad constituency, saying the deployment of a large number of security personnel was inconveniencing ordinary people. Priyanka conveyed her concerns directly to the CRPF personnel deployed for her security and questioned the need for such a large contingent during her constituency visits. She said she did not require so many security personnel and that the excessive deployment was creating difficulties for the people she had come to meet. She reportedly warned that she would stop providing advance information about her constituency visits if the arrangements continued in the same manner. Priyanka, who represents Wayanad in the Lok Sabha, has frequently stressed the importance of maintaining direct contact with people in her constituency. The security arrangements, however, appeared to have become a barrier to such interactions, prompting her to raise the issue directly with the CRPF. Her objection was not to security itself but to what she considered excessive deployment that affected the movement and convenience of ordinary people. She emphasised that restrictions should not become an obstacle to her constituency work. Her remarks are significant because Wayanad has many remote, hilly settlements where representatives often travel along narrow roads to meet residents. A heavy security presence can lead to traffic restrictions and make it harder for people to meet their elected representative. The CRPF is responsible for Priyankas security under the protection arrangements provided to her, and its personnel accompany her during public engagements and constituency visits. The episode comes as Priyanka has increased her presence in Wayanad since being elected from the constituency. Her visits typically involve meetings with residents, party workers, and local organisations, as well as reviewing development- and rehabilitation-related issues. I do not need this many security personnel. Their presence is causing difficulties for ordinary people, she told the security personnel, making it clear that she wanted a more restrained arrangement during her future visits.
Smriti Irani appointed BJP in-charge for Haryana and Chhattisgarh, Vinod Tawde to look after UP
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party National President Nitin Nabin on Tuesday announced a fresh set of appointments of state in-charges and co-in-charges for various states and union territories. The appointments, detailed in an official press release issued from the partys central office, take effect immediately. According to the circular, the party has assigned organisational responsibilities covering nearly all states and UTs. Notable appointments include Smriti Irani as in-charge for both Chhattisgarh and Haryana, with Siddharth Shambhu as co-in-charge for Chhattisgarh and Dr Bhola Singh as co-in-charge for Haryana. Baijayant Jay Panda has been named state in-charge for Maharashtra, assisted by co-in-charges Amit Malviya, Sadanand Shet Tanavade and Kamaljeet Sahrawat. In Uttar Pradesh, Vinod Tawde has been appointed state in-charge, with Jagadish Patel, Medha Kulkarni, Dr Pradeep Verma and Anant Ojha as co-in-charges. Sunil Bansal will serve as state in-charge for both Telangana and West Bengal. For Telangana, Abhay Patil and Rekha Sharma are co-in-charges, while West Bengals co-in-charges include Lal Singh Arya, Rajendra Singh and Pinki Kushwaha. Other key assignments feature Biplab Kumar Deb as in-charge for Madhya Pradesh with Rekha Verma as co-in-charge, Ram Madhav as state in-charge for Tamil Nadu and Uttarakhand, Harish Dwivedi as state in-charge for Bihar and Karnataka, and Dr Satish Poonia as state in-charge for Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab. Mangal Pandey has been named state in-charge for Assam, while Dr Arvind Bhadauria will head Andhra Pradesh with Vanathi Srinivasan as co-in-charge. Meanwhile, BJP national president Nitin Nabin has appointed Ashish Usha Agrawal as convenor of the media department and Anil Baluni as co-ordinator of the communication department. The list also covers smaller states and UTs: Jay Prakash (Andaman and Nicobar), Dr Devesh Kumar (Arunachal Pradesh), Dr Vinay Sahasrabuddhe (Delhi), Dr Bharati Pravin Pawar (Goa), Tarun Chugh (Gujarat), Shrikant Sharma (Himachal Pradesh), Gajendra Patel (Jharkhand), Prof M Nagaraja (Kerala), Rajkumar Bhatia (Ladakh), George Kurian (Lakshadweep), Dr Rajdeep Roy (Manipur), Kanad Purkayastha (Meghalaya), Dr Bhagwat Karad (Mizoram), Anil Antony (Nagaland and Goa Sah Prabhari), D Purandeswari (Odisha), K Surendran (Puducherry), Raju Bista (Sikkim) and Mriganka Deb Barman (Tripura). Several leaders hold dual or multiple responsibilities under the partys organisational restructuring. The circular has been issued by national office in-charge Tarun Chugh to all state presidents and organisational general secretaries for information and necessary action. The appointments aim to strengthen the partys organisational network ahead of future electoral and organisational programmes.
Don't kick aside Sabarimala protesters: Kerala BJP
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 23 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National Executive Member Kummanam Rajasekharan on Wednesday accused the V.D. Satheesan-led UDF government of turning its back on those who participated in the Sabarimala agitation, warning that those who came to power seeking votes in the name of protecting temple traditions should not kick aside the protesters after assuming office. Kummanam demanded the immediate withdrawal of cases registered against devotees during the Sabarimala agitation, claiming that around 16,000 people were still facing cases. He said that the Kerala government had earlier announced that cases without criminal elements would be withdrawn, but no effective action had followed. His remarks came amid growing focus on the state government's preparations for the coming Sabarimala Mandala-Makaravilakku pilgrimage season. Chief Minister Satheesan, meanwhile, rejected the Travancore Devaswom Board President K. Jayakumar's willingness to step down and made it clear that Jayakumar would continue in the post through the pilgrimage season. Satheesan said the state government and the Devaswom Board would work together to ensure that the coming pilgrimage was conducted without shortcomings. He also decided to personally review and coordinate the preparations and arrangements for the season. The Chief Minister's intervention comes against the backdrop of questions over the preparedness of the various agencies involved in managing the massive annual pilgrimage. Kummanam alleged that there had been inadequate progress in preparations for the pilgrimage, particularly in road renovation, drinking water, electricity, healthcare, transport and sanitation. He said the availability of aravana and appam should be ensured and that pilgrims should have adequate access to food and other essential items. Facilities should also be provided at Pamba for pilgrims requiring materials for the irumudikettu, including ghee-filled coconuts, he added. Kummanam also called for permission and logistical support for charitable organisations and voluntary groups willing to provide free food to pilgrims. He criticised what he described as a practice of the state government and the Devaswom Board blaming each other for shortcomings. The Kerala government, Devaswom Board, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, Kerala Water Authority and Kerala State Electricity Board Ltd. should work in coordination instead of shifting responsibility, Kummanam said. He accused the UDF of adopting a contradictory approach after coming to power in Kerala. Satheesan's decision to retain Jayakumar and directly oversee the preparations puts the state government firmly in charge of the coordination of the pilgrimage arrangements, even as the BJP seeks to turn the pending agitation cases and Sabarimala preparations into a political issue.
No disagreement with Travancore Devaswom Board, says Keralam Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan
He says the State government will offer all support to TDB to ensure that the pilgrim season is free of complaints
Kerala Government to Replace Lok Kerala Sabha with New Platform for Expats
Keralas government plans to close the Lok Kerala Sabha and create a new platform to engage expats in state development and investment. Kerala Government to Replace Lok Kerala Sabha with New Platform for Expats
Tardy preparations for Sabarimala pilgrimage season spark growing chorus of protests
Concern over pace of work on the Aravana production plant and delay in procurement of raw materials and arrangement of facilities for devotees. TDB president K. Jayakumar seeks to allay concerns over the preparations and dismisses reports of differences between the government and the board
Kerala PSC Tradesman Provisional Answer Key 2026 - Download Response Sheet PDF at keralapsc.gov.in
Kerala PSC Tradesman Masonary Provisional Answer Key 2026 released on 23 September 2026 for Question Paper Code 87/26. Download Sets A, B, C & D PDF.
Class 5 student bitten by snake on school premises in Keralams Kozhikode
Teachers took the 10-year-old boy to taluk hospital, where he was given preliminary treatment. He was later shifted to Kozhikode Government Medical College Hospital
Three schoolgirls missing from Keralams Thrissur found in Alappuzha
CCTV checks reveal girls boarding Ernad Express after leaving school during lunch break; police and railway authorities coordinate rescue
Savithri Sreedharan,National Award-winning actor,has died at the age of 78. Known for her work in Malayalam cinema, Sreedharan's death has prompted condolences from across Kerala, with state minister T Siddique expressing grief over her passing.
Kerala PSC Tracer Final Answer Key 2026 - Download PDF at keralapsc.gov.in
Kerala PSC has released the Tracer (Soil Survey and Soil Conservation) Final Answer Key 2026 for the exam held on 21 August 2026. Check Category Code 775/2025, Question Paper Code 079/2026, deleted questions, and the official PDF download link.
Satheesan says government was obliged to take the decision after proper legal scrutiny
Code-named Operation Kalikkalam,Statewide inspection was ordered by Vigilance director Manoj Abrahambased on tip-off about alleged irregularities in functioning of sports councils
Bank stopped widow from accessing matured FDs; commission orders Rs 13.87L payment
A cooperative bank in Kerala restricted a woman's withdrawals after her fixed deposits matured and were transferred. The woman needed the funds for her mother's medical treatment and gold loan repayment. Despite the bank's claims of irregularities, the district consumer commission found they provided inadequate justification. The commission awarded the woman Rs 13.87 lakh and additional compensation for her distress.
Satheesan says there was nothing wrong with the trip as not a single penny was spent from the exchequer
Super League Kerala: Thiruvananthapuram Kombans is geared up for Season 3
The franchise features a bunch of new local talents in the new season of the football league
Keralam power crisis: State eyeing additional 150 MW from NPCIL, says CM
Satheesan says this should allow Keralam to take control of the power situation
Keralam Cabinet decides to dissolve Loka Kerala Sabha, replace it with new mechanism
For establishing alternative mechanism, a Cabinet sub-committee chaired by Chief Minister with Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala, Industries Minister P.K. Kunhalikutty, Health Minister K. Muraleedharan and Water Resources Minister Mons Joseph has been constituted
Microplastics detected in soil near Periyar riverbank in Edayar industrial area in Keralam
Tests carried out at School of Environmental Studies, Mahatma Gandhi University, found that the samples contained up to 2,520 microplastic particles per kg
Kerala CM VD Satheesan defends private flight, denies public fund use
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Rain havoc: Keralam Cabinet announces financial assistance to kin of deceased
9 people lost their lives, while 1 person is still missing, says Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan after weekly Cabinet meeting
Amrutham Nutrimix Supply Disrupted in Keralam Tribal Settlements, Food Commission Intervenes
Commission chairperson Ginu Zachariah Ommen found that the Nutrimix, meant for distribution to children in September, had not been supplied so far in some anganwadis in this northern district, according to an official statement
A sitting elected member of the Bar Council of India (BCI) has urged the Supreme Court to keep incumbent BCI Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra away from the office and the ongoing electoral process until the statutory body is reconstituted. N Manoj Kumar, who was elected to represent the Bar Council of Kerala in the BCI [] The post BCI member, raises electoral interference concerns to Supreme Court, seeks Chairman Manan Kumar Mishras recusal appeared first on India Legal .
Keralams Kochi Corporation in a tight spot over Plan fund utilisation
So far, the Corporation has received only 7.89 crore of 23.67 crore Plan fund allocation from State govt. However, even this has effectively been reduced to 80.70 lakh after deductions at source
Kerala High Court Grants Bail to Reporter TV MD Anto Augustine in Wayanad Excise Case
Society Must Change Mindset for Elderly Welfare: Kerala Panel Chief
Keralam is the first state in India to establish a dedicated Kerala State Elderly Commission under the Kerala Senior Citizens Commission Act, 2025
CEE Kerala has released the KLEE 2026 vacant seat final allotment result for 3-Year and 5-Year LLB courses. Check how to view your allotment status, reporting steps, required documents, and important dates at cee.kerala.gov.in.
Kerala actor Savithri Sreedharan dies at 78
Her portrayal of Jameela, the mother of the titular character in Sudani from Nigeria, won her critical acclaim. She received Kerala State Film Award for Best Character Actress and a Special Jury Mention at 66th National Film Awards for her performance in the film
Keralam CPI(M) secretary MV Govindan denies evidence in ED probe against Pinarayi Vijayan
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Kaziah Liz Mejo | From Kerala To Miss Universe: Kaziah Liz Mejo To Represent India
19-year-old Keralams Kaziah Liz Mejo will represent India at the 75th Miss Universe pageant. Speaking about her journey, Kaziah said she has worked towards the title for three years and hopes to use her law education and advocacy to bring about meaningful change.
Tribal man killed in wild elephant attack in Idukki
The Chinnakkanal area uder the Devikulam forest range continues to be a hazard for residents due to escalating human-wildlife conflict
Journalists study tour fosters knowledge, cultural exchange, national integration
Srinagar Sept 21: A 13-member media delegation from Jammu and Kashmir undertook a week-long study tour of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry from September 13 to 19 under the aegis of the Press Information Bureau (PIB), Srinagar, providing journalists with first-hand exposure to the regions educational, technological, industrial, cultural and historical landscape. The study tour was conceived as an opportunity for journalists to move beyond their familiar geographical and social environment and gain direct knowledge of the institutions, developmental initiatives, cultural traditions and heritage of another part of the country. A significant component of the tour was the delegations visit to IIT Madras, where the journalists gained insights into higher education, scientific research, technological innovation and entrepreneurship. The experience at IIT Madras also offered useful perspectives for Jammu and Kashmir, particularly in relation to the growing importance of innovation, research, skill development, entrepreneurship and industry-academia collaboration in regional development. Exposure to such institutions can help journalists communicate emerging opportunities and developments in science and technology to wider audiences. The delegation also visited the DakshinaChitra Heritage Museum at Muttukadu, a prominent institution dedicated to preserving the traditional architecture, handicrafts, lifestyles and cultural practices of South India. One of the distinctive features of DakshinaChitra is the preservation and reconstruction of traditional houses representing Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala. Historic structures have been carefully relocated from their original locations and reconstructed, demonstrating how tangible cultural heritage can be conserved and presented to future generations despite rapid urbanisation and changing lifestyles. The experience carries particular significance for Jammu and Kashmir, which possesses a rich and distinctive architectural and cultural legacy. Traditional wooden houses, historic mosques, temples and shrines, together with Kashmiri handicrafts, carpet weaving, papier-mch, wood carving and other indigenous arts, constitute an important part of the regions cultural identity. However, changing lifestyles, rapid urban expansion and modern construction practices are placing increasing pressure on traditional forms of architecture and craftsmanship. The Tamil Nadu experience therefore offers useful lessons on the importance of documentation, conservation, institutional support and public awareness in protecting cultural heritage The tour also demonstrated that heritage preservation need not remain confined to the protection of old structures. Cultural heritage can function as a living economic and social resource, supporting tourism, traditional livelihoods, handicrafts, entrepreneurship and community participation. The study tour highlighted wider role of journalism in documenting society. Journalism is not restricted to political, administrative and day-to-day news reporting; it can also contribute to the preservation of history, culture, language, traditional knowledge, art, etc. The special efforts of PIB Director, Kashmir, Qazi Salman, played a significant role in making the study tour possible and purposeful. Through effective planning, guidance and coordination, he helped facilitate the delegations exposure to a wide range of educational institutions, industrial centres, cultural landmarks and historical sites across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. The tour also provided journalists an opportunity to observe how institutions, cultural organisations and communities preserve their heritage while adapting to contemporary economic and technological changes. Such experiences can contribute to more informed reporting on development, education, culture, tourism and social transformation. Qazi Salmans coordination further contributed to strengthening journalistic and cultural linkages between Jammu and Kashmir and other regions of the country. The study tour thus emerged as a meaningful platform for knowledge exchange, professional development, cultural interaction andinter-regional dialogue.
Lack of hygienic menstrual shelters posing health risk to tribal women
There is only one valaimpura serving approximately 100 women and adolescent girls, and its condition is pathetic
DGMA files statement on steps taken for technical assessment of MSC Elsa 3 wreck
The Directorate informs the Kerala High Court that it has identified two Indian firms with the technical capability to undertake the proposed multibeam and side scan surveys of the wreck and wreck site
Azhvanchery Thamprakkal announces Keralams Mamankam festival dates
The 33rd Mamankam festival will be held at Tirunavaya in Keralams Malappuram from January 22 to 24, 2027
Samastha Mushawara meet in Keralas Kozhikode to test ties with IUML
The meeting on Wednesday (September 23) will discuss Samastha Kerala Jamiyyathul Ulamas secretary Mukkam Umar Faizys criticism of the Indian Union Muslim League and the United Democratic Front government over the Waqf dispute
According to the complainant, the accused woman had been attending to her during post-delivery period
Probe sought into alleged secrecy over Assembly panels visit to Aralam farm
Adivasi Dalit Munnetta Samithi president Sreeraman Koyyon alleges that the secrecy was intended to block discussions on corruption in the tribal rehabilitation area over the past decade
FACT foundation day observed; CPI alleges bid to glorify C.P. Ramaswamy Iyer
Five arrested with elephant tusks in Keralams Wayanad
The elephant tusks were seized during a raid at a homestay at sixth mile near Chethalayam in Wayanad
Dibrugarh cops arrest 2 in Kerala over Rs 50L Boss Scam
