Oommen Chandy carried sorrows and sufferings of the common people in his heart: V.D. Satheesan
He was inaugurating the Oommen Chandy commemoration organised by Kerala Secretariat Association here on Monday
Home department streamlines police associations to two bodies
The order, which effectively reduces the number of recognised police associations from three to two, has led to the dissolution of the Kerala Police Officers Association (KPOA)
City police busts online loan app racket
Nearly 20 people, including those from other States, have been apprehended from a location in Sreekaryam, where the racket is suspected to have operated a call centre from
Walkathon held on National Bone and Joint Day
The walkathon, held from Kowdiar Junction to the Museum grounds, was flagged off by the Health Minister, K. Muraleedharan
The Audit department had reported to the court that the Board had failed to formulate a flawless system, resulting in accounting difficulties
Forest dept. begins process to tranquilise and capture Kannur Makhna (KM-1)
State Electricity Regulatory Commission nod for long-term solar energy procurement via SECI scheme
To procure 200 megawatts (MW) of solar power coupled with 100 MW/400 megawatt hour (MWh) of energy storage
CBSE workshop for school managers and principals held in Malappuram
Probe launched into death of youth due to custodial torture at Kundara in Kerala
Youth takeninto police custodyin connection withthe investigation intothe disappearance ofa 13-year-old neighbour.Family alleges that he was assaulted while being taken ina police vehicle
Broadway in Kochi gears up for Onam amid lingering fire safety concerns
Fire hydrant proposal remains stalled despite Collectors directive following the 2025 Koluthara Bazaar fire; fire officials cite lack of hydrants and haphazard parking as major hurdles to emergency response; traders say safety measures remain inadequate as the citys commercial hub prepares for the festive rush
Keralas Rajalakshmi literary award goes to Sreejith Perunthachan
Beypore fishing harbour renovation enters final phase
The project includes a comprehensive upgrade of auction halls, wharfs, parking areas, and other key infrastructure to ensure that the harbour is fully operational when fishing vessels return to sea
Parle, retailer ordered to pay 50,000 for underweight biscuit packet
Few instances over years do not amount to cruelty when reviewing marriage: Kerala HC
Rising malaria cases among migrant plantation workers spark concern in Keralas Idukki
According to officials, nearly 280 cases have been reported in the district this year; they flag a high risk of local transmission
Forest watcher Murukesan at Parambikulam Tiger Reserve in Kerala wins NTCA award
Missing CPO yet to be traced, say Munambam police
The Munambam police have launched a search for the officer based on a complaint filed by his wife
Adimaly mudslide victims in Keralas Idukki district to get 10 lakh as compensation
Delhi protest: M.K. Raghavan seeks judicial probe into police crackdown on students
Teachers on census duty finding it tough to complete syllabus ahead of Onam exams
A large majority of teachers in many schools have been deployed for the exercise, there has been no move to appoint temporary staff in their place, Onam exams to begin on August 13
Syro-Malabar Church in Kerala joins NSS in opposing aided school recruitment proposal
Cockroach imagery on conference poster ignites controversy at MG University in Kerala
Vice-Chancellor D. Mavoothu directs removal of poster featuring a cockroach; university union calls the action politically motivated, stages protest
Kerala nominates Ashutosh Dash on Mullaperiyar dam panel
Following Keralas protests in June over what it termed the unilateral decision of the National Dam safety Authority to remove its nominee from the panel, the latter called on the State to nominate an expert to represent it
The complainants alleged that make-up artist Jaanmoni Das made derogatory remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi while commenting on the recent protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi
Kerala govt. promises to correct deficiencies at Mental Health Centre in Thiruvananthapuram
Health Minister K. Muraleedharan says the Mental Health Care Act of 2017 will be implemented in letter and spirit so that mental health institutions in the State become more patient-friendly
Swaralaya pays musical tribute to S. Janaki in Keralas Palakkad
The programme was held at the M.D. Ramanathan Hall of Chembai Memorial Government Music College. Koodiyattam artiste Kalamandalam Sivan Namboodiri inaugurated the event
Members of the green warriors take a step beyond waste collection to give a new lease of life to pre-loved clothes, upcycle fabric scraps, and repair LED bulbs in a bid to reduce, reuse, and recycle
SC Issues Notice on MoS Suresh Gopis Plea Against Kerala HC Order
In his plea, Binoy has alleged that Gopi engaged in corrupt practices, including misuse of religious symbols, during his poll campaign
Mohandas, a former head of Kerala unit of BJPs intellectual cell, made the comments in a video posted on his YouTube channel
SC issues notice on MoS Suresh Gopi's plea against Kerala HC order
The Supreme Court will hear Suresh Gopi's challenge to a Kerala High Court order. The High Court refused to dismiss a petition questioning his 2024 Lok Sabha election win. Binoy AS, a youth federation leader, alleged corrupt practices by Gopi during his campaign. These allegations included misuse of religious symbols and promises of gifts. Gopi's plea argued the election petition was not maintainable, but the court disagreed.
In a circular issued by Transport Commissioner, all RTOs and SRTOs have been directed to conduct driving licence tests five days a week for the next three months
INL alleges UDF move to capture Kerala Waqf Board, implement RSS agenda
Party alleges that Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan-led government has been making concerted efforts to gain control of Waqf Board and Waqf properties, including disputed Munambam Waqf land
After sessions court allowed the custody plea, SIT took Dr. Ram into custody from Kannur Special Sub-jail for evidence collection and further interrogation
Kerala govt. launches Digital Square programme to boost digital learning in primary schools
The initiative, implemented by Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education, aims to improve digital skills, encourage self-learning and develop creativity among students of Classes I to VII
Food and Civil Supplies Minister Anoop Jacob says measures are on to control food prices andensure availability of essential commodities during Onam season
Popees Accelerates North India Expansion with Launch of 112th Global Store in Zirakpur, Punjab
Popees Baby Care, one of India's leading baby care brands, has accelerated its North India expansion with the inauguration of its 112th retail store globally at Zirakpur, Punjab. The new outlet represents the company's second store in North India , following its successful Chandigarh launch, and signals its commitment to building a stronger retail presence across the region. Strategically located at Pooja Plazzio on the Ambala-Chandigarh Expressway , the store was inaugurated by Mr. Bhuvnesh Haritash of Trinetra International . Popees Baby Care marks its entry into Punjab with the grand launch of its first-ever store in Zirakpur, expanding its global footprint The new outlet offers Popees' complete portfolio of premium baby care solutions, including infant apparel, newborn essentials, diapers, wipes, skincare and bath products, organic baby care items and sustainable bamboo-based clothing, catering to children from birth to four years of age. Commenting on the expansion, Shaju Thomas, Founder & CMD, Popees Baby Care , said, "North India represents one of our key growth markets. The encouraging customer response to our Chandigarh store has strengthened our confidence in the region. The launch of our Zirakpur outlet is another important step in making Popees more accessible to families while expanding our retail footprint in high-potential markets." Founded in 2003, Popees has evolved into one of India's most trusted baby care brands through its unwavering commitment to quality, safety and innovation. Every product undergoes 28 rigorous quality checks , ensuring the highest standards for infants and toddlers. With 112 stores across India and the Middle East, Popees continues to pursue an ambitious retail expansion strategy backed by product innovation and customer-centric growth. The company has already identified Karnal and Yamuna Nagar as its next destinations in North India, further strengthening its vision of making safe, premium and affordable baby care products easily accessible to families across the country. About Popees Baby Care Founded in 2003, Popees Baby Care is one of India's leading baby care brands, offering a comprehensive range of products designed for infants and toddlers. The company manufactures and retails baby apparel, newborn essentials, diapers, wipes, bath and skincare products, organic baby care solutions, and eco-friendly bamboo-based products. Renowned for its commitment to quality, safety and comfort, every Popees product undergoes 28 stringent quality checks before reaching consumers. Headquartered in Kerala, Popees has grown into a trusted brand with a strong retail presence across India and the Middle East. With 109 stores globally and a rapidly expanding footprint, the company continues to make safe, affordable and high-quality baby care products accessible to families through its extensive retail network and digital platforms. www.popees.com .
The Supreme Court on Monday issued notice on an appeal filed by Union Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Suresh Gopi challenging the Kerala High Courts refusal to dismiss an election petition questioning his victory in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections from the Thrissur constituency. A Bench of Justice P.S. Narasimha and Justice Alok [] The post Supreme Court issues notice on Suresh Gopi plea challenging Kerala High Court verdict on Thrissur election victory appeared first on India Legal .
This 8-year-old climbed North Africa's highest peak: What parents can takeaway
Eight-year-old Iya Krish from Kerala scaled North Africa's highest peak, Mount Toubkal. Her father nurtured her passion for mountains through gradual hikes and local training. The family postponed an earlier summit attempt due to harsh winter conditions. Iya's determination to continue despite exhaustion showed her inner strength. This story highlights how allowing children to face challenges builds resilience and confidence.
Four schoolboys in Kerala booked after visuals of alleged assault on minor go viral
Police say a verbal dispute over leaving a tap open led to the assault that took place near Muvattupuzha
Four years after a migrants death in Kerala, a family in Odisha still bear the burden
A delayed legal battle, mounting poverty and a childhood cut short underscore the hidden cost of migrant worker deaths
Another amoebic brain fever death reported in Kerala
The deceased, a 48-year-old man from Kozhikode, was undergoing treatment at Government Medical College Hospital. Source of infection yet to be ascertained
Chief Ministers remarks criticised as sexist and propagating gender stereotypes
Man Dies Of Brain Fever In Kerala
Officials said Biju's condition deteriorated on Monday and he succumbed to the infection while undergoing treatment
Finance department repeats advice about dropping uneconomical schemes and 'perhaps deferment of certain measures, including maintenance expenditure, which can be postponed
AMMA crisis: Four women members call for seizure of documents from Shwetha Menons panel
Maala Parvathi, Ansiba Hassan, Usha Haseena, and Ponnamma Babu have urged Registrar of Co-operative Societies to seize books of accounts and financial documents that continue to be under the possession of the panel led by Shwetha Menon that had announced its resignation at general body meeting on June 21
Oil mill gutted in massive fire in Kerala's Kozhikode
Blaze brought under control after eight hours. Preliminary findings suggest the fire originated in an area where copra was stored
70 and counting, abandoned quarries continue to pose safety threats in Keralas Ernakulam district
Night-long battle as fire razes Kerala coconut oil mill
A major coconut oil mill in Kozhikode was completely destroyed by a massive fire. Firefighters battled the blaze for over eight hours to bring it under control. Preliminary findings suggest the fire originated in the copra storage area near the dryers. The mill owners estimated the total loss of property to be over seven crore rupees. Cooling operations continued on Monday to prevent any reignition of the fire.
Court asks Guruvayur Devaswom panel to adhere to Kerala Captive Elephants (Management and Maintenance) Rules, 2012; demands a progress report by September 2; directives made while considering a petition alleging gross inadequacy in facilities
Hajj 2027: J&K receives just 4,691 applications
Jammu and Kashmir has received 4,691 applications for Hajj 2027, significantly lower than the Union Territorys expected quota of 7,981 pilgrims, indicating that the entire allocation may not be utilised if the present trend continues. According to a senior official of the J&K Hajj Committee, the applications comprise 2,566 male and 2,125 female pilgrims. Among the applicants, 24 women have registered under the Ladies Without Mahram (LWM) category, while 620 are senior citizens aged above 65 years. The number of applications is around 3,290 short of the expected quota, suggesting a lower response from intending pilgrims this year. However, the final quota for Jammu and Kashmir will be determined by the Hajj Committee of India in accordance with the Hajj Policy. District-wise, Srinagar recorded the highest number of applications at 1,152, followed by Baramulla with 595, Anantnag 420, Budgam 404, Pulwama 361, Kupwara 323 and Kulgam 265. In the Jammu division, Rajouri received the highest number of applications at 174, followed by Jammu 106, Poonch 101, Doda 85, Ramban 54, Udhampur 50, Samba 46, Reasi 38, Kathua 36 and Kishtwar 35. The senior official said the Hajj Committee of India will scrutinise all applications before initiating the subsequent stages of the Hajj 2027 selection process in accordance with the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Minority Affairs. At the national level, the Hajj Committee of India received 2,01,725 applications after the close of the registration window. Among the states, Gujarat recorded the highest number of applications at 31,755, followed by Maharashtra (28,372), Kerala (24,500), Uttar Pradesh (22,623), Karnataka (17,939), Tamil Nadu (14,124), Telangana (12,021) and Madhya Pradesh (10,141). Officials said the quota for Hajj Group Organisers (HGOs) has not yet been announced. The allocation under the HGO category will be notified separately by the Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India.
Finding land biggest challenge for Kozhikode Corporations stray dog shelter project
The project envisages small shelters at multiple locations, but animal welfare bodies caution that land availability and local opposition could hamper implementation
Railway revises redevelopment deadlines for ERS, ERN stations
Projects have been pushed to 2028 after the Railway terminated contracts over missed timelines and initiated fresh tenders; passenger groups press for better amenities during the redevelopment
Two held with suspected MDMA in Keralas Kochi
Road rage ends in alleged assault of 3 youths in Keralas Kochi
Samasthas power equation hinges on choice of new general secretary
The death of Alikutty Musliarr has triggered a contest between the IUML-aligned faction and the Shajara group, which regards the IUML as just another political party, for the post of Samastha general secretary
Neighbours dispute turns fatal, youth hacked to death in Thiruvananthapuram
Within hours of the crime, the City police arrested the prime accused, Pradeep, 38, along with three otheraccomplices
Govt firm on 50% merit quota for Pharm D admissions: Minister
Challenging the governments decision, the Kerala State SelfFinancing Pharmacy College Management Association has approached the High Court, seeking permission to continue admissions to all Pharm D seats independently
HIV awareness quiz, marathon to be held in Ernakulam
Kerala Chief Minister calls on Catholicos at Devalokam
Rights panel directs Corpn. to prepare action plan for mosquito-control in Kochi
Encroachment on government land on the rise in Idukkis Wagamon
Large real estate groups have reportedly purchased nearly 25 acres of land on the meadows, a main tourist attraction in Wagamon, to carry out constructions
Kerala Farmers Indoor Saffron Breakthrough Signals New Chapter Beyond Kashmir
SRINAGAR: After a series of successful experiments demonstrating that saffron can be cultivated indoors in Indias plains under controlled climatic conditions, another breakthrough has emergedthis time from Kerala. A progressive farmer from Thrissur has successfully produced high-quality saffron planting material by recreating Kashmirs climatic conditions in an automated indoor facility, signalling the expanding potential of []
Kollam District Development Committee in Kerala urges speedy execution of projects
31 arrested, 97 wanted persons detained in massive Thiruvananthapuram Rural Police crackdown
The operation, spearheaded by District Police Chief (Thiruvananthapuram Rural) Prasanthan Kani, resulted in multiple cases getting registered against those involved in the sale of prohibited tobacco products
Rapid Response Teams, field staff, and forest watchers are documenting elephants that repeatedly stray into human settlements through photographs, videos, and field reports, says Forest department official
Kerala Agricultural University launches entrepreneurship programme, releases startup grants
Minister for Agriculture T. Siddique launches training programme for aspiring agripreneurs; first instalment of grant assistance under PM RKVY-RAFTAAR scheme released to 10 eligible startups
As per details of pending cases against sitting or former MPs and MLAs submitted by the District Judiciary before the Kerala High Court, Thiruvananthapuram has the highest number of cases, followed by Kasaragod and Kannur
Kerala Police issue warning against cyber fraud using fake KTDC hotel booking websites
Fraudsters are primarily targeting users who search on Google using keywords such as 'KTDC Stay,' 'KTDC Hotels,' 'KTDC Booking' and 'KTDC Resort.' The fake websites are designed to closely resemble the official KTDC website, making it difficult for the public to distinguish between genuine and fraudulent platforms
Kodiyathur panchayat member dies in accident
NSS objects to employment exchange route for temporary appointments in Kerala schools
Govt. circular requires managements of aided educational institutions to make appointments to temporary vacancies, including leave vacancies, only from the list provided by the exchange. NSS says the authority to make all appointments in an aided school is vested with the manager
Crackdown on illegal parking outside Keralas Kottayam railway station
Five-member expert committee visits STP sites
The five-member team also visited some of the polluted canals and localities in the city that lacked proper sewage management systems
Case registered based on the Kerala leaders complaint. The six accused named in the FIR are Janam TV, Karma News, Daily Hunt, Bharat Live, Janmabhumi daily, and Kannur evening daily Sudhinam
Kerala High Court judges inspect Thrissur mental health centre, reviews facilities
Officials say the inspection was part of the courts broader exercise of visiting government mental health institutions across the State in connection with cases dealing with their infrastructure and standards of care
Kerala Congress urges Centre to take steps for a new Mullaperiyar dam
Two-day State leadership camp of Kerala Congress held at Charalkunnu in Pathanamthitta on Friday (July 24, 2026) and Saturday (July 25, 2026)
67 amphibian and 76 reptile species found in Shendurney survey
Though separate surveys of amphibians and reptiles have been held earlier, this is the time that a combined amphibian-reptile survey was conducted across four days this month.
Two Held for Trying To Scam Kerala MLAs With Fake Ministership Offers
Rajkumar alleged that the accused had misused his identity and the name of the MP's office in an attempt to cheat the public representatives by demanding money from them
KSRTC to hire private buses during festival seasons to meet the increased travel demand, says Minister, who adds that the corporation had not purchased new buses over the past 10 years, leaving much of its fleet outdated
Two held for impersonating Congress leader Priyanka Gandhis aide in cyber fraud case
Elathur MLA Vidya Balakrishnan had received a phone call on July 6 from a person claiming to be the private secretary of the Wayanad MP, offering her a Cabinet Ministers post in exchange for 3 crore. Growing suspicious, the MLA contacted the MPs office, which confirmed it was a scam
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One killed, over 30 injured as bus overturns in Keralas Kuttippuram
According to local residents, the bus travelling from Thrissur to Kozhikode was speeding when the driver lost control
CPI(M) Should Stop Targeting Sudhakaran: Kerala Home Min Chennithala
He said the Congress and the UDF stood firmly behind Sudhakaran, a former CPI(M) leader who left the party following differences with its leadership
Ivory and tush missing from eight dead wild elephants of Malayattoor, Vazhachal forests of Kerala
However, the SIT ruled out any possibility of any deliberate or accidental human-caused mortality, namely poaching, poisoning, weapon injuries, or anthropogenic interference in the elephant deaths.
One Dead, 26 Injured As Private Bus Overturns in Keralas Kuttippuram
Visuals of the accident site showed the bus crashing at high speed and lying on its back, nearly bent in the middle, atop a concrete barrier on the roadside with its undercarriage ripped away
Kerala Minister Warns Action Against KSRTC Staff Issuing Free Tickets to Men
Responding to recent reports that some conductors had allegedly issued zero-value tickets meant for women beneficiaries to male passengers, the minister said such malpractice would not be tolerated
Kerala approves over 73,000new priority ration cards
Food and Civil Supplies Minister Anoop Jacob announces allnewly approved priority ration card holders will begin receiving free rations from August 3
According to the Forest department, KM1 regularly breaches various protective barriers installed along the forest boundary to enter in habitat areas
Illegal Stock of 1,360 Urea Bags Seized in Kerala, Probe Launched
The seized urea was meant exclusively for agricultural purposes and is supplied to farmers at highly subsidised rates. Its sale and use for commercial purposes are prohibited
Kerala Govt Orders Capture of Wild Jumbo Causing Trouble in Aralam Farm Area
Kerala Environment Minister Sunny Joseph said that the government took the decision as the elephant, KM1, has been entering the farm area and terrorising nearby rehabilitation colony for some time
