The court says Rugby should be included in State-level sports events as it is part of the National School Games
Isaac says the decision reflects the V.D. Satheesan-led UDF governments decision to transform the Planning Board into a think tank on the lines of the NITI Aayog.
Kerala BJP questions need for new Administrative Reforms Commission
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 5 (IANS) The Kerala BJP has questioned the need for another Administrative Reforms Commission in the state, asking the V.D. Satheesan-led government to first explain what happened to the recommendations of the previous panel before spending more public money on a new one. BJP National Executive member Kummanam Rajasekharan on Monday said the government should reconsider the decision to constitute the Fifth Administrative Reforms Commission, headed by IUML leader M.K. Muneer with Cabinet rank. The commission was formally constituted through a government order on October 1. Kummanam pointed out that the Fourth Administrative Reforms Commission, headed by former Chief Minister V.S. Achuthanandan, was constituted in August 2016 during the first Pinarayi Vijayan government. It submitted 13 reports before its term ended. The commission cost the state exchequer Rs 10.79 crore up to April 30, 2021, according to figures given by the then Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in the Assembly. The Kerala Development Report 2026 says five of the 13 reports have since been approved and implemented, while the remaining reports are still under consideration. A committee headed by the Chief Secretary was constituted to examine the recommendations. Kummanam has now demanded that the government make public the exact status of each recommendation and explain the results achieved from the money spent on the previous commission. He questioned whether the state needs another commission when the Administrative Reforms Department already has a mechanism to examine and follow up on reform proposals. Again a chairman. Again Cabinet rank. Again staff. Again office. Again vehicle. Again travel allowances. Again public money, Kummanam said, questioning the financial burden of the new arrangement. He demanded that the government disclose the total expenditure involved, including the chairman's salary and allowances, personal staff, office facilities, vehicle and travel expenses. The relevant question is not how many commissions have been constituted, but what changes they have brought about in governance, he said. The appointment of Muneer with Cabinet rank has already triggered a political controversy within the ruling UDF, with UDF convenor Adoor Prakash expressing displeasure that he was not consulted on the decision.
24x7 specialty care at Punalur taluk hospital is a success, says Keralam Health Minister
The initiative, which aims at easing overcrowding at medical college hospitals and making specialist care available without delay, was piloted at the Punalur taluk hospital
Kerala HC allows Malayalam rapper Vedan to travel abroad
The court directs the Regional Passport Officer to issue a customised PCC listing the criminal cases pending against the rapper
Kerala: AKG Centre land to be measured after HC order
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 5 (IANS) The land on which the CPI(M)s iconic AKG Centre stands in the state capital will be measured on October 6 following a direction from the Kerala High Court, bringing a decades-old dispute over the extent of the land allotted to the party into a crucial new phase. The Thiruvananthapuram Tahsildar has been directed to carry out the measurement. Notices have been served on Kerala University and the CPI(M), asking them to ensure the presence of their representatives when the measurement is conducted, Congress leader and Kerala University Syndicate member R.S. Sasikumar said on Monday. The measurement follows a public interest litigation filed by Sasikumar challenging the allotment of Kerala University land for the construction of the AKG Centre for Research and Studies. The land was allotted in 1977 during the tenure of then Chief Minister A.K. Antony for setting up the research centre named after CPI(M) founder leader A.K. Gopalan. Sasikumar has alleged that while the government order sanctioned only 15 cents of land, the CPI(M) and the AKG Centre have a substantially larger area, including portions allegedly belonging to Kerala University and government puramboke land. Sasikumar said the issue was not new. In 1987, then Leader of the Opposition K. Karunakaran had raised the land issue in the Assembly. The then Left government had reportedly maintained that the land could be measured if Kerala University raised the matter. The issue has acquired another dimension following the controversy surrounding Exalogic, the IT firm linked to former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayans daughter, Veena Vijayan. Sasikumar questioned how a private business entity could have an address connected to the AKG Centre. The AKG Centre complex, which housed the CPI(M)s state headquarters until April 2025, continues to have offices and a spacious air-conditioned auditorium used for party meetings and other functions. The CPI(M) has since shifted its state headquarters to a new multi-storeyed building located nearby. With the measuring exercise scheduled for Tuesday, the focus now shifts from the long-running allegations to the actual boundaries and extent of the land in official records and on the ground. The land measurement may now determine a political and legal dispute that has remained alive for nearly five decades.
Four injured as stage set up for Wildlife Week celebrations collapses in Keralams Thekkady
Three police officers and a light-and-sound technician sustain injuries; major catastrophe averted as incident happened minutes after conclusion of events inauguration by Forest Minister Shibu Baby John
Four injured as stage set up for Wildlife Week celebrations collapses in Keralams Thekkady
Three police officers and a light-and-sound technician sustain injuries; major catastrophe averted as incident happened minutes after conclusion of events inauguration by Forest Minister Shibu Baby John
Watch: Keralam BJP challenges probe into Gyanesh Kumar
Keralam BJP has questioned the State governments decision to order a preliminary vigilance inquiry into allegations against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar dating back to 2006. BJP MLA B.B. Gopakumar questioned the timing of the probe and alleged double standards in handling corruption cases.
Yellow alert for seven Keralam districts on October 6
Thunderstorms are likely across most parts of the State over the next few days, accompanied by rumbling skies.
Chinnakkanal human-elephant issue man-made, says Keralam Forest Minister
Shibu Baby John blames Forest departments earlier proposal to establish 301 Colony human settlement as root cause of issue; former Munnar DFO denies charges
Keralam government seeks report as around 150 community kitchens in Attappady shut
Minister directs officials to speed up ongoing drinking water projects in Palakkad district amid a sharp fall in rainfall this year
Kerala UDF Convenor Meets Kharge Amid Reports Of Rift With CM V D Satheesan
UDF Convenor Adoor Prakash met Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge amid differences with Kerala CM V D Satheesan over decision-making.
UDF convener seeks AICCs intervention in lack of consultations within Keralams ruling alliance
Adoor Prakash, who had earlier targeted the government for 'keeping the ruling alliance in the dark' about two key political appointments, meets AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge; Keralam Electricity Minister too meets Kharge
Its been almost 10 years: Forlan returns to India as Uruguay coach and fond memories
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 5 (IANS) Nearly a decade after experiencing Indian football as an Indian Super League (ISL) player, Uruguay head coach Diego Forlan has returned to the country in a very different role, with the former striker now preparing the two-time world champions for their friendly against India at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Tuesday. Forlans first association with India came during his stint with Mumbai City FC, when he spent six months playing across the country. His return has brought back memories of his time in the ISL and of the football culture he encountered in cities such as Kolkata, Mumbai and elsewhere. Its been almost 10 years since I came here, Forlan said. I had the opportunity to play in the ISL for Mumbai City. I spent six months here, playing in Kolkata, Mumbai and different cities. I discovered a really nice country, with a lot of people and a lot of good football players. Kolkata, in particular, left an impression on the former Uruguay international. Forlan recalled the atmosphere around the games during his time in India, pointing to the strong support for football in several parts of the country. Every time the team was playing here, the stadium was full, he said. Forlan also identified Kerala, Goa and the northeast as regions where he had witnessed a strong football following. They are really passionate about football. They have good players as well. His assessment of Indian football is not based solely on memories from his ISL stint. Forlan was also present in the stands when India faced Brazil in Kolkata, giving him an opportunity to watch the national team at close quarters ahead of Uruguays meeting with the hosts. While India suffered a heavy defeat against Brazil, Forlan saw enough in the performance to caution his players against underestimating their opponents. India had some really good players. They knew what to do, he said. There were some really nice combinations. If you give them time and space, they can damage you, and they can play well. So you have to respect everybody. Forlan also believes matches against higher-ranked opposition can play an important role in Indias development. With Uruguay providing another demanding test, he felt such fixtures could help the hosts gain valuable experience. I think its good that the national team is playing these kinds of friendly games. In the future, they can have more games like this, so they can learn and become a better team. Uruguay have spent nearly a week in Kolkata ahead of the match, allowing the squad to experience the city beyond the football pitch. Forlan said the reception from the people had added to their stay. The people are very humble, and the hospitality is great, he said. Every time I came here to India, people have been really kind. The players also managed to explore a little of Kolkata before the weather disrupted their plans. We just saw very little. Youre a really big country. But its a very historic culture, so it was nice to be around. Food, naturally, was another part of the Kolkata experience. Asked whether the Uruguay squad had sampled some of the citys local specialities, Forlan kept the possibility open for after the match. Maybe we can try after the match.
Hi-tech paddy seed warehouse to open at Alathur in Palakkad, Keralam, on October 6, 2026
Facility built at 75 lakh under the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana will store Uma (MO16) paddy seeds
Hi-tech paddy seed warehouse to open at Alathur in Palakkad, Keralam, on October 6, 2026
Facility built at 75 lakh under the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana will store Uma (MO16) paddy seeds
Tusker Pallattu Brahmadathan, who died in a lightning strike, cremated in Keralam
The animal was cremated on a plot near the Pallattu house at Melambara near Pala following a post-mortem examination
Tusker Pallattu Brahmadathan, who died in a lightning strike, cremated in Keralam
The animal was cremated on a plot near the Pallattu house at Melambara near Pala following a post-mortem examination
Keralam Education Minister reaches out to Church amid aided school teacher appointment controversy
Meeting comes amid concerns among minority educational managements over a proposal submitted by the Director of General Education to the Advocate General on teacher appointments in aided schools, including those under the quota for persons with disabilities
The comments are in response to Chief Minister V.D. Satheesans remarks on avoiding unnecessary investigations and angioplasty
Kerala University has released the time table for third semester degree examinations, October 2026. Check the list of UG programmes how to download the PDF, and answers to common questions.
Start-ups, investors, industry to meet at IIT Palakkad innovation summit
Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan will inaugurate the meet named SAMAGRA 2.0: IIT Palakkad Innovation Summit 2026 to be held at Hyatt Regency on October 29 and 30
Kerala BJP Councillor Agrees Not To Step Down Days After Handing In Letter
BJP state general secretary S Suresh acknowledged that her announcement had put the party on the defensive, but assured that the issue had been resolved. State BJP president Rajeev Chandrasekhar is set to meet her.
BJP Keralam unit questions State govts anti-corruption inquiry against CEC Gyanesh Kumar
BJP MLA B.B. Gopakumar says the delayed action against Gyanesh Kumar raises suspicion
BJP Keralam unit questions State govts anti-corruption inquiry against CEC Gyanesh Kumar
BJP MLA B.B. Gopakumar says the delayed action against Gyanesh Kumar raises suspicion
Not all minority voters deserted us in Assembly polls, says CPI(M) Kozhikode district secretary
Mehboob, however, admitted that a section of voters from those communities, who had earlier supported the Left, could have voted against it
Not all minority voters deserted us in Assembly polls, says CPI(M) Kozhikode district secretary
Mehboob, however, admitted that a section of voters from those communities, who had earlier supported the Left, could have voted against it
He calls it politically motivated and intended to wreck the bank, while a plea is pending before Co-operative Audit Director to review audited figures
He calls it politically motivated and intended to wreck the bank, while a plea is pending before Co-operative Audit Director to review audited figures
SIT reportedly finds serious violations of procedures and recommends action against Abdurahiman under Prevention of Corruption Act
Wild elephant tramples 80-year-old woman to death in Keralam
Forest Department officials later reached the spot in Kollam and drove the elephant back into the forest
Chander Kunj Army flats handover for demolition stalled as AWHO representatives fail to turn up
Army Welfare Housing Organisation reportedly informs district administration officials that it is awaiting authorisation from headquarters in Delhi
Two Arrested in Kerala Gang Rape Case Involving a Female Suspect
Two suspects have been arrested in a gang rape case in Kochi, Kerala, while police continue to search for two additional suspects. Two Arrested in Kerala Gang Rape Case Involving a Female Suspect
Kerala HC questions PSC over 58-mark evaluation lapse in Planning Board exam
The court questioned how answers carrying 58 marks could simply be left unevaluated and said the allegation was extremely serious. The PSC is an institution on which lakhs of job aspirants depend, the court observed, stressing that its credibility and the hopes of the younger generation must be protected
'Bribes', Gyanesh Kumar & Malaysian Engineers Death: What Is the 2006 Kerala Corruption Case?
Kerala has ordered the reopening of a 2006 Vigilance probe into alleged corruption linked to the Kerala State Transport Project (KSTP), during the tenure of Gyanesh Kumar as PWD secretary. The investigation follows the death of Malaysian engineer Lee See Been, a chief project manager with PATI-BEL, the Indo-Malaysian firm executing the World Bank-funded road project. Kumars name allegedly appeared in two purported notes left by the engineer. Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala said the earlier probe was abandoned midway despite allegations of external pressure. Acting on a complaint from Congress leader Malayankeezhu Venugopal, Chennithala ordered a comprehensive reinvestigation.
Messis Keralam visit row: ED to register money-laundering case
Kochi unit of ED to register Enforcement Case Information Report (ECIR) under provisions of Prevention of Money Laundering Act after revelations of financial transactions worth crores in connection with the failed bid
Kerala reopens probe against Gyanesh Kumar in 2006 graft case: What we know
Kerala has reopened a Vigilance probe into alleged corruption linked to a 2006 road project involving CEC Gyanesh Kumar, amid Opposition protests demanding his resignation
Complaint, submitted to CPI(M)s Keralam leadership by a woman associated with party lawyers organisation, is understood to have included evidence
Kerala: Two held in Kalamassery gang rape case, absconding woman among suspects
Digital Desk | Kochi, Oct 5 (IANS) Two persons have been taken into custody in connection with the alleged gang rape of a young woman in Kalamassery in Kerala's Ernakulam district, while police are on the lookout for two others, including a woman, Kochi City Police Commissioner S. Kaliraj Mahesh Kumar said on Monday. The Commissioner said all aspects of the case were being investigated and that police were looking for the remaining accused. One of those in custody is suspected of links with several spas operating in Kochi. The woman had allegedly been drugged and sexually assaulted after being lured to a lodge at Edappally near here, hours after she was interviewed for a job in a spa. Police said she had come across an advertisement on OLX seeking a manager for a spa. She attended a personal interview on September 2. Later that evening, a woman allegedly contacted her and asked her to come to a lodge at Edappally. An Uber taxi was reportedly arranged for her to reach the lodge. According to the police investigation, the woman was offered juice after reaching the lodge. She allegedly became unconscious after consuming it and was subsequently gang-raped. Police suspect that the victim was kept at the lodge for a day. She was allegedly given drugs and alcohol and subjected to repeated sexual assault during this period. The alleged gang rape took place on September 2 and 3. The victim, who was living with her husband in Kochi, is currently undergoing treatment at a hospital. Police said a woman was also among those who allegedly sexually assaulted the victim. Two persons have been arrested so far, while two more, including the woman, are yet to be apprehended. Investigators are examining the circumstances surrounding the job advertisement, the role of the spa connections of one of the accused and the sequence of events leading to the woman being taken to the lodge. The police are also probing whether others were involved in the crime and whether similar incidents had taken place earlier.
Referring to the vigilance inquiry ordered by Keralam Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar in connection with a 2006 case, Keralam Health Minister K Muralidharan on Monday said that this specific case is not against the CEC but against the former Keralam Public Works Department (PWD) Secretary. There were a lot of complaints against him when he was the government secretary in the State of Kerala. So, this time, more complaints have been raised by some important persons. Only for that reason, the government has taken the case. There is no other way, he said. Speaking to ANI, he clarified that this is not a politically motivated case and is based on several complaints filed at the time Gyanesh Kumar was acting as the PWD Secretary in the State. That is not a politically motivated case. See, when he was the government secretary in Kerala, there were a lot of complaints at that time. Even the ruling party and opposition, both of them g...
Two arrested for allegedly drugging, gang-raping woman in Kochi
Police sources said the woman was called to a lodge on the pretext of arranging a job for her at a spa. The accused allegedly forced her to drink alcohol and consume drugs before sexually assaulting her
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Complainant gets Rs 1.63L payout after scooter failed to deliver promised mileage
A consumer commission in Kerala ruled in favor of a customer regarding an electric scooter. The customer experienced multiple defects, including poor battery performance and a defective wheel bearing system. After the commission's investigation, they found the manufacturer's service insufficient and defective. The company was ordered to refund Rs 88,000 and pay additional compensation and litigation costs. The manufacturer must comply within 45 days or face further financial penalties.
Hundreds pay tribute, bid goodbye to gentle giant 'Brahmadathan' in Kerala's Melambara
Digital Desk | Kottayam, Oct 5 (IANS) All roads seemed to lead to Melambara, near Kottayam in Kerala, as hundreds of people, including Christian priests and scores of elephant lovers, made a beeline on Monday to bid a final farewell to 'Pallatt Brahmadathan', Keralas much-loved pachyderm who died after being struck by lightning. For years, 'Brahmadathan' had been a familiar and much-loved presence not just on temple festival grounds but also beyond them. At times, the gentle giant would visit churches too, winning the affection of people across communities. On Monday, priests and ordinary people came to pay their final respects to the elephant they had grown fond of. There was little of the usual festive noise. Instead, there was silence, grief and a stream of people wanting to have one last look at the 54-year-old elephant. Brahmadathan died at around 6.30 p.m. on Sunday after lightning struck him while he was resting in a shed near the house of his owner, advocate Rajesh Pallatt, at Melambara. For elephant lovers, his death was not merely the loss of another celebrated tusker. Keralas festival grounds had lost a familiar personality. Standing 10 feet 2 inches tall, Brahmadathan combined an imposing presence with an unusually gentle temperament. His broad forehead, heavy tusks, sandalwood coloured temples and majestic bearing made him a favourite wherever he went. But it was his gentleness that people remembered most. For nearly 25 years, he was accompanied by his mahout, Kunnakkattu Damodaran Nair of Lakkattoor, affectionately known as Omanachettan. Their relationship was unlike an ordinary mahout-elephant bond. Omanachettan believed Brahmadathan did not need to be restrained with chains. Even when crowds gathered around him, he remained confident that the elephant would harm no one. At the Pallatt family home, Brahmadathan was allowed to remain without being chained as long as Omanachettan could see him. Even during temple festivals, the stick carried by the mahout was more for the confidence of spectators than for controlling the elephant. The bond went beyond words. Brahmadathan did not initially understand Malayalam, and Omanachettan learned Hindi to communicate with him. In return, he taught the elephant Malayalam commands. One incident became part of their legend. During a festival at Ganeshmangalam Temple in Vadanappally, another elephant, which had become unruly, came towards Omanachettan. Brahmadathan reportedly intervened and protected his mahout, putting himself between the danger and the man he trusted. When Omanachettan died in June 2021, Brahmadathan was taken to his house. He raised his trunk in what appeared to be a final tribute to his old companion. The sight left those present in tears. Brahmadathan had arrived in Kerala in 1999 from the forests of Arunachal Pradesh and Assam, where he had been a kumki elephant. He was brought to Puthuppally in Kottayam by Pothen Varghese and his brother Chacko and was known as Puthuppally Brahmadathan. The Pallatt family acquired him in 2010, after which he became known as Pallatt Brahmadathan. He went on to become a star of Keralas festival circuit, taking part in the Thrissur Pooram in 2015 and carrying the sacred idol during the Paramekkavu night Pooram in 2018. Ettumanoor Ezhara Ponnana, Vaikom Ashtami, Thirunakkara, Sakthikulangara and Thodupuzha were among the other major festivals where his majestic presence was eagerly awaited. He even had a ritual of his own. On returning from festivals, Brahmadathan would often be taken before Lord Krishna at Guruvayur, where he would raise his trunk in what devotees saw as a respectful salutation. Fans called him Saayippu, Pallatte Kutty and simply Brahman. His popularity extended to social media, where an Instagram page dedicated to him attracted admirers. On Monday, however, there were no festival lights, percussion or colourful caparisons. There were only tearful eyes and folded hands. And in the quiet that followed, Kerala is bidding goodbye to a gentle giant who had spent decades bringing grandeur to its festivals and affection to the hearts of people far beyond the temple grounds.
Thiruvananthapuram Corporation: R. Sreelekhas resignation bid puts BJP in a spot
Woman Drugged, Gang-Raped After Being Lured With Spa Job Offer In Kerala
The survivor informed her husband about the incident and later lodged a complaint with the police.
Delhi to remain hot today; heavy rain likely in parts of South India
Heavy rainfall is very likely at isolated places over coastal Karnataka, Kerala and Mahe, south interior Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal on Monday
Kerala chief minister to introduce draft law for senior citizens
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Keralam CM VD Satheesan launches new KSRTC services and projects
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Once thought extinct, a plant becomes star of Wildlife Week at Keralams Parambikulam
The exhibition as part of Wildlife Week at Parambikulam has been named after Haplothismia exannulata, a tiny plant that was found again in the forest 26 years ago after more than a century without a trace
Keralam Health department introduces district-level system to monitor medicine stocks
The district-level teams have been instructed to conduct direct inspections at hospital pharmacies and stores rather than relying solely on records
The incidents happened a day after an alleged threat by Cantonmentsub-inspector Gokulsurfaced in the aftermath of the recent clash between Youth Congress and SFI activists in the capital city
T. Asaf Ali, Director General of Prosecution, gives legal advice that there is no legal bar in proceeding against Gyanesh Kumar. The case pertains to the reported suicide of Malaysian Lee See Been, a former chief project officer of Kerala State Transport Project for reconstruction of M.C. Road
Thiruvananthapuram Corporations BJP councillor R. Sreelekha does a U-turn after resignation bid
Ms. Sreelekha reportedly mentioned in her wards WhatsApp group that she had informed the Mayor through a letter about resigning as a councillor for personal reasons. On Sunday, BJP leaders say she will continue in her position and that she is in hospital
Vayalar Award for R. Rajasrees Athreyakam
According to the LDF, the act is intended to falsely show Sugathans presence at Corporation council meetings he actually missed while in hiding
Worker dies in explosion at factory in Kasaragod
High-pressure gas reportedly escaped from a boiler, throwing the worker into a poultry waste pit; two others were injured while attempting to rescue him
Man dies after off-road vehicle crashes into house in Kozhikode
The vehicle reportedly lost control while being reversed after dropping off a passenger at a house where a funeral was being held
Dentist dismissed after joining black flag protest against Minister in Keralam
Sidharth Ravindran was working temporarily at the Kanhangad District Hospital under the National Health Mission. He was dismissed after authorities concluded that his participation in the protest violated the terms of the agreement he had signed while joining the service
Pinarayi Vijayan seeks strigent action against YC workers, police over University Hostel violence
In a letter to the Home Minister, the CPI(M) veteran alleged that the decision by the Youth Congress to commence itsmarch from the hostel premises instead of its usual protest venues was a deliberate attempt to provoke violence
Traders in Kozhikode announce protest against unauthorised street vending
Traders owing allegiance to the KVVES demands that street vending be restricted to areas identified by local self-government institutions in accordance with the Street Vendors Act
Also aims to strengthen Keralams animation, visual effects, gaming, comics and extended reality (AVGC-XR) ecosystem
DYFI leader booked over alleged remarks against District Police Chief in Kozhikode
Case registered over remarks reportedly made during a DYFI march against alleged police excesses in Delhi
Wildlife Week: ITREK plants native saplings at Ponmudi
Thirty native tree saplings were planted near the existing shola forest close to the cafeteria at Ponmudi
Kerala HC directs CBI to investigate 14-year-old case of a missing paramilitary force soldier
Subash Chandra Bose, a native of Vengoor in Ernakulam serving with the Tripura State Rifles, went missing in April 2012 while travelling by train to rejoin duty after leave.
31 tonnes of e-waste collected in Wayanad; district targets e-waste-free model status by November 1
Kalpetta and Sultan Bathery accounted for 12 tonnes each, while five tonnes were collected from Mananthavady and two tonnes from Panamaram
Uttarakhand Congress Committee president Ganesh Godiyal, referring to the vigilance inquiry ordered by Keralam Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar in connection with a 2006 case, said no one should be exempt from the law. Ramesh Chennithala ordered an investigation by the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) against Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities during his tenure as the state
Ernakulam District Panchayat to study social impact of Milma@School programme
The decision comes in the wake of concerns raised by civic representatives at the Ernakulam District Panchayat council meeting last week.
Koder House fire may have originated in adjacent building, finds Electrical Inspectorate
CCTV footage and mobile phone videos show flames spreading from the terrace of the adjacent building to Koder House. Officials suspect a short circuit in an AC unit may have sparked the blaze, but a detailed scientific examination is needed to establish the exact cause.
Drive to enrol left-out voters of Keralam to begin on October 15, 2026
Special drive led by Booth Level Officers will begin on the day. The pre-SIR and post-SIR voters list will be compared and those left out will be enrolled as new voters
Newly wed brutally tortured over dowry in Kollam
Promote responsible tourism to unlock Kollams potential: Minister
A case of alleged irregularities in Kerala's Public Works Department that has been lingering since almost two decades was reopened on Tuesday with the order for a fresh Vigilance inquiry into the matter involving chief election commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Home minister
Kerala NMMSE 2026: Final Hours to Register for Your
Kerala NMMSE 2026 registration closes on October 5. Eligible Class 8 students must apply now to secure the
Kerala orders vigilance probe into 2006 corruption allegations involving CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Kerala has ordered a preliminary vigilance enquiry into 2006 corruption allegations involving Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over a road project reportedly linked to 92 crore in losses.
CPI(M) dumps Palakkad district secretary after election setback
The change in district secretary during an interim organisational review is unusual; the move follows the partys setbacks in the Assembly and local-body elections in Palakkad, traditionally a strong district for the CPI(M)
Keralam CM demands apology from CPI(M) for seeking to demonise Muslim-majority Malappuram district
Satheesan accused the CPI(M) of borrowing a page from the Sangh Parivar playbook by playing dog-whistle politics aimed at appeasing the right-wing Hindu nationalist base by disparaging minority communities
Kozhikode set to emerge as Keralams next major IT destination
Keralam Chief Minister V D Satheesan lays foundation stone for 600-crore HiLITE Cyber Tower at Cyberpark, Kozhikode
'Assault on her private parts, hit with cooker': Woman tortured over dowry in Saudi
Anju, a 24-year-old woman, has reported severe abuse by her husband Nandu and his family over dowry demands. After four months of marriage, she claims the harassment began shortly after the wedding. Anju described physical assaults involving household objects and severe psychological torment, including threats with a knife. She was brought back to Kerala after enduring this treatment and sought medical help.
Kerala orders probe against CEC Gyanesh Kumar reopening two-decade old suicide case
A Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau investigation has been ordered regarding the allegations against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. These allegations date back to his tenure as the Public Works Department secretary in 2006. The probe will specifically examine irregularities in awarding public works contracts and the death of Malaysian engineer Lee See Been. Previously, an inquiry into these matters was reportedly stalled due to external influences.
Keralams 100 MW Kasaragod solar park to have battery energy storage system
The 50 MW/100 MWh BESS alongside phase II of the solar park will complement the five BESS projects already under development by the KSEB to tap the surge in Keralams solar power capacity
Kerala To Install Sanitary Napkin Vending Machines
Kerala Expands Menstrual Hygiene Access With Vending Machines And Incinerators At Public Places.
Keralam government to begin talks on starting an academy for calligraphy
The proposed academy would be a centre for learning calligraphy and preserving the sanctity of the art form
Keralam government to begin talks on starting an academy for calligraphy
The proposed academy would be a centre for learning calligraphy and preserving the sanctity of the art form
Newly-wed woman accuses husband of assault over dowry
Kollam: A newly-wed woman has accused her husband of physically assaulting her several times in Saudi Arabia where he works and in Keralam over dowry, police said on Sunday, October 4. Chavara police said that a case of dowry harassment and domestic violence has been registered against the husband and his parents on the womans 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 .
Keralams former Minister Muneer seeks comprehensive probe into Malaysian engineers death in 2006
Gyanesh Kumar, the current Chief Election Commissioner, was Public Works Secretary in the Keralam during the Malaysian engineers death in Kuala Lumpur in November 2006.
Dowry Harassment Case Filed In Keralam
A newly-wed woman in Keralam has filed a complaint against her husband and in-laws, accusing them of dowry harassment and physical assault. She alleges brutal attacks in Saudi Arabia, where her husband works, and in Keralam, leading to a police investigation under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Dowry Prohibition Act.
Kerala Orders Vigilance Inquiry Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar Over 2006 Transport Project
The past has caught up with Indias Chief Election Commissioner (CEC), Gyanesh Kumar, as the Kerala government officially ordered a preliminary Vigilance investigation into alleged irregularities during his tenure as the states Public Works Department (PWD) Secretary in 2006. Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala has directed the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) to conduct a [] The post Kerala Orders Vigilance Inquiry Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar Over 2006 Transport Project appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
UDF, LDF Welcome Vigilance Probe Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar in Keralam
MK Muneer, who was the PWD minister in 2006 when Kumar served as the secretary of the department, said he welcomes the decision to investigate the circumstances leading to the engineer's death and called for a comprehensive probe into the matter
