'Drishyam 3' BO: Georgekutty returns with massive numbers
Mohanlal's 'Drishyam 3' has stormed the box office, raking in over Rs 43 crore worldwide on its opening day despite mixed reviews. The Malayalam version led the charge with impressive occupancy, particularly in Kerala. While the film continues Georgekutty's gripping narrative, critics question the necessity of a third installment, though the climax delivers expected tension.
Kerala to scrap 23 land act, set up vigilance panel headed by judge
DC Edit | Kerala Rail: Pitch Alternative
The project with 22 stations was supposed to link 11 districts in the state and work as the backbone of the industrial and social infrastructure needed to be developed to secure its future
Indian Union Muslim Leagues makeover from an ally to an electoral powerhouse in Kerala
The Indian Union Muslim League, the second-largest constituent in the Congress-led United Democratic Front in Kerala, has socially and politically refashioned itself to emerge as a significant player in the State while scripting its political success. Ultimately, the party has found its role extended far beyond the 22 seats, its best electoral performance in the Kerala State Assembly elections . Abdul Latheef Naha tracks the transformation of the party, which has a decisive presence in the Malabar region
Language accessibility cannot be assumed: SC
The Supreme Court has ordered the transfer of divorce and custody proceedings from Kerala to Ludhiana, Punjab. A woman residing in the UK had sought the move, citing language barriers. Her husband's counsel argued that English is widely known in Kerala. However, the court emphasized that language accessibility cannot be assumed.
South India, now, needs to be on an extra-active radar of RSS & BJP!
This scenario needs a major strategic planning within the BJP-RSS for the future course of time, so that things move positively in favour of the BJP and the RSS ideology ASHWANI KUMAR CHRUNGOO FRAGRANCE OF IDEAS Consequent upon the declaration of the results of the five state elections in eastern and southern parts of India recently, it has becomecustomary to analyse the overall political scenario of the southern region, especially the two states, namelyTamil Nadu and Kerala. This is particularly so because these two states have given contrasting results as compared to the results of the two eastern states, i.e. Assam and West Bengal. While Assam and West Bengal gave sweeping results in favour of the Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP), the two states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu have a story altogether different from the other two states. The results of the Union Territory of Puducherry have maintained the status quo and need no special mention here in this write-up. The southern states, excepting Karnataka and to some extent Telangana, have a lukewarm history of the BJPs presence. There is no doubt that the RSS started its activity in the southern region well before the partition of the country, but it gained momentum only in the 1960s and 1970s. Yadav Rao Joshi was a prominent senior RSS activist-pracharak who infused new blood in the organisational structure of RSS in the southern states. His headquarters was in Bangalore from the very inception, so Karnataka got an edge so far as the organisational expansion was concerned. On the basis of the strength of the RSS organisation in Karnataka, Joshi planned the expansion of the organisation in other southern states as well. In the 1960s and 1970s, most of the southern states were deeply influenced by the South film industry mania, Dravidian politics, left-oriented ideological leanings and also by the language and regional priorities. Congress had started losing ground in the entire southern region slowly and steadily, and the regional forces and the left parties filled up the vacuum created by the Congresss absenteeism. This kind of situation had deeply impacted the socio-political scenario of the entire southern region. It was in this kind of an adverse atmosphere that RSS, under the stewardship of Joshi, made attempts to extend its arms in the southern states. There is no doubt in the fact that Karnataka proved to be a better fertile ground as compared to the other states in the southern region. Joshi was joined by another senior RSS pracharak, H.V.Sheshadri (who later became the Secretary General of RSS), and they, along with the other scores of pracharaks and dedicated activists, created a great edifice for RSS to grow at a rapid speed in the Karnataka state. The strength gained by RSS helped the Bhartiya Jan Sangh (BJS) initially and later the BJP to take their roots deep down the earth. This created the BJP as a force to be reckoned with in the state of Karnataka in the 1980s and 1990s, and it made the BJP the main political pillar of the state politics eventually. Technically speaking, it was Jagan Nath Rao Joshi, a senior BJS-BJP leader, who planned the BJPs expansion in the southern states with great success. However, this sort of privilege, as in Karnataka, couldnt be achieved or enjoyed by the RSS and BJP in the other states. Due to the immense work done by the thousands of activists of the two organisations in these states and also the sacrifices made by the hundreds of activists, especially in the state of Kerala, the RSS and BJP made moderate inroads in the society therein. Slowly and steadily, both these organisations started to make major inroads in the 1990s, but these inroads couldnt make the BJP the main political force in any state other than Karnataka. Over the years from the 1990s to 2010s, the BJP was able to emerge as a big political force in the states of Telangana, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Pudduchery and Tamil Nadu. In Telangana, the BJP took the position of a major political quarter in the state, and has been able to catch votes to the tune of around 35% in the state. In Kerala also, the party has achieved 10% plus votes consistently for the last twenty years now. Even in the state of Tamil Nadu, the BJP was able to get 11% votes in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. In Andhra Pradesh, it is in a formidable coalition with the TDP and the Janasena Party of Pawan Kalyan and is in a comfortable political position in the given situation. The way the election results came forth in Kerala and Tamil Nadu this time, it should bring all key figures in the BJP and RSS in the southern region to the main round-table to chalk out a plan to make sure that the BJP emerges as a bigger political force in the next round of elections. RSSs role is the master key in this whole arrangement. It can make the socio-cultural ground in these states more fertile by its groundwork so that the ideology and appeal of the BJP is welcome, particularly in two social groups, i.e. youth & women. These should be hence the target areas for both the RSS and the BJP. There is a visible impact of the BJPs immense victory and performances post 2024 Lok Sabha elections on the minds and intellect of the people of the country, in general and the youth in particular. For some years now, the participation of women in the political and electoral processes has increased in a profound manner, thanks to various welfare schemes of the government of India, especially designed for women and the youth. People in general, in the current socio-political scenario, recognise the fact with a welcome note that the BJP is now having power in most of the states of India, besides having it also at the centre. More than 70% of the population and area of the nation comes under
Kerala election wrap-up: How UDF ended LDFs 10-year rule
Three arrested for sexually harassing students at Didupe waterfall
Mangaluru: Belthangady police have arrested three persons on charges of allegedly misbehaving with and sexually harassing female students during a trip to the Didupe waterfall in Dakshina Kannada district. The accused have been identified as Abdul Khader Altaf (36), Faizal Adil (27) and Usman Salim (18), all natives of Kasaragod in Kerala. According to police, 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 .
Warning against possible rise in diseases during monsoon in Palakkad
Satheesan to open State-level Pravesanotsavam on June 1
Government Model Girls Higher Secondary School, Pattom, to host the celebration; Minister for General Education N. Samsudheen will preside
Annual faunal survey begins in Munnar
Kerala motorists flock to Mahe for cheaper fuel, raising revenue concerns
Cashew scam: HC permits Industries Secretary to file plea to dispense with his personal appearance
Public opinion sought on audit on chit fund regulation
RECCAP 2026 begins at IIT Palakkad on Friday
Public outreach programme on Income Tax Act 2025
SMC guidelines not applicable to unaided schools, says National Council of CBSE Schools
National Council of CBSE Schools says Union Ministry clarified that guidelines are not applicable to unaided schools that do not get government grants. However, schools have been urged to form SMCs to promote transparency and accountability
Cross-voting allegations trigger blame game within LDF in Kottayam
Issue pertains to a post-election steering committee meeting of the Kerala Congress (M), where the leadership alleged that cross-voting by CPI(M) cadres contributed to defeat of its candidates. However, both CPI(M) and CPI have moved to counter the charge in their respective post-poll review meetings, arguing instead that their own candidates did not receive the expected support from KC(M) voters
Plea against release of film: Kerala HC closes appeal
KSHRC orders uninterrupted power for Munnar school
Northern Kerala districts grappling with shortage of Plus One seats again
According to the data compiled by Kozhikode-based NGO Malabar Education Movement, the shortfall of seats is over 26,000 in Malappuram district
Passenger injured as rock falls on KSRTC bus
Antimicrobial resistance project in Alappuzha emerges as a model initiative
Amaram, initially launched in 12 grama panchayats in Alappuzha, aimed at developing selected hospitals as antibiotic-smart ones and local bodies as antibiotic-literate ones. The project, presented at the 10th national summit on Good and Replicable Practices in New Delhi last week, received national attention
Rajiv Gandhi remembered on 35th death anniversary
Kerala scholars chosen to lead India arm of ERC Research
Kerala Eviction Move Against Dalit Families Sparks Major Political Row
CPM vows resistance as Perambavoor court sets May 23 eviction deadline
ICC can inquire into sexual harassment complaint against director of an institution: HC
Kerala to Establish Two AI Centers with Central Government Support
Thiruvananthapuram, May 21: Kerala has taken a significant step towards becoming a national AI hub by announcing the establishment of two Artificial Intelligence Centers of Excellence (AI-COE) in partnership with the India AI Mission under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. These projects, which include a Bio-AI Center in Kochi and an AI Center ... Read more Kerala to Establish Two AI Centers with Central Government Support
UDF faces questions over cross-voting and organisational lapses in Pathanamthitta
Congress takes action against two of its block-level office-bearers in Konni, where its candidate, Satish Kochuparambil, lost by a narrow margin. Action follows internal findings that the two leaders failed to discharge their organisational responsibilities, remained largely inactive during the campaign, and even made remarks against the party candidate on social media
Kerala C M V D Satheeshan Uses Menon Identity Again While Being Sworn In As MLA
Newly elected legislators take oath in Kerala
Calls grow for 110 kV substation in Thamarassery in Kozhikode
Proposed substation essential to overcome transmission losses, improve voltage quality, and ensure uninterrupted power supply to nearly 70,000 consumers across the three electrical section limits, Thamarassery, Koduvally, and Omassery, say KSEB officials
Board officials say that a final count of violators will become clear only after studying the report submitted by local bodies sharing the banks of the river. Violators include industrial and commercial units, apartment and residential complexes, and hotels
Political Showdown in Kerala Assembly as Speaker Elections Approach
Thiruvananthapuram, May 21: The stage is set for a significant political contest in the Kerala Assembly. All three major fronts have decided to field candidates for the Speaker elections scheduled for Friday. The Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) currently enjoys a comfortable majority in the house. In the 140-member assembly, the ruling party holds 102 ... Read more Political Showdown in Kerala Assembly as Speaker Elections Approach
Parole for Periye twin murder convicts: Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala seeks report
Chennithala directs Additional Chief Secretary (Home) to look into the issue and submit a report. All aspects surrounding the decision to allow parole should be examined, according to the Ministers direction
Drishyam 3 movie review: Mohanlal the saving grace in the least effective film of the franchise
Mohanlals interpretation of Georgekuttys character saves the film from getting completely bogged down by director Jeethu Josephs outdated visual style and heavy-handed drama
Kerala: Newly elected MLAs administered oath of office
In an event marking the start of the 16th Kerala Legislative Assembly, newly elected legislators swore their oaths on May 21. The oath-taking ceremony was conducted in alphabetical order.
Kerala lottery results today: Kerala State Lottery Karunya Plus KN-624 results for Thursday, 21 May 2026, have been officially declared. Ticket holders can now check their numbers for the 1 crore first prize and other attractive cash rewards.
Kerala govts decision to set up dedicated Senior Citizens Welfare department hailed as timely
In Kerala, ageing and social transformation challenges, such as issues of isolation and poor mental health of the elderly, are also overshadowed by the staggering burden of chronic multimorbidities among the aged
Kerala Assembly Session Begins Amidst Political Transformation
Thiruvananthapuram, May 21: The oath-taking ceremony for the newly elected members of the 16th Kerala Assembly commenced on Thursday morning. This event marks the formal beginning of a house that has undergone significant political upheaval in the states recent history. The proceedings began at 9 AM when Protem Speaker G. Sudhakaran, who was sworn in ... Read more Kerala Assembly Session Begins Amidst Political Transformation
BJP to contest Kerala Speaker election, fields Gopakumar
Thiruvananthapuram: The BJP, which won three seats in the Kerala Assembly for the first time, will field its candidate in the election for the Speakers post, state party president Rajeev Chandrasekhar said on Thursday, May 21. The party has decided to field B B Gopakumar, the newly elected MLA from the Chathannoor seat in Kollam 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 .
Newly elected MLAs sworn in as 16th Kerala Assembly convenes
Pro Tem Speaker G. Sudhakaran administers oath to MLAs-designate over a three-and-a-half-hour-long ceremony
Kerala CM Satheesan Again Uses Menon Surname During Swearing-In
The controversy erupted after some social media users compared Satheesan's latest oath as chief minister with the oath he took as a legislator in 2021
Thiruvananthapuram, May 21: Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan paid tribute to former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi on his death anniversary. He described Gandhi as a gentle, affectionate, and visionary leader, stating that his martyrdom is a heartbreaking event in the countrys history that will be remembered for generations to come. While addressing a memorial service ... Read more Kerala CM V.D. Satheesan Pays Tribute to Rajiv Gandhi, Remembers Him as a Gentle and Visionary Leader
Students eagerly await the Kerala Plus Two Result 2026. The Directorate of Higher Secondary Education will release the results on May 26 at 3 PM. Access will be available on official websites like keralaresults.nic.in and dhsekerala.gov.in. Candidates need their application number and date of birth. Results can also be accessed via DigiLocker, SAPHALAM app, and SMS.
BJP to contest Kerala Speaker election for first time, fields newly elected MLA Gopakumar
The Bharatiya Janata Party is stepping into uncharted territory by nominating B B Gopakumar, an MLA from Chathannoor, for the Speaker's chair in Kerala's assembly election, which takes place this Friday. This nomination represents a pivotal moment for the BJP in the state.
Kerala Assembly: BJP to contest Speaker election, fields B.B. Gopakumar
Election to the Speaker's post will be held on Friday
Kerala MLAs Arrive for Swearing-In on Foot, Bicycle and Vehicles at Assembly
Newly elected Kerala MLAs arrived at the Assembly for the swearing-in ceremony by foot, bicycle and vehicles. BJP leaders walked after paying tributes, while Chandy Oommen arrived on a bicycle.
Kannur University launches accident insurance cover for students
A total of 17,343 students from Kannur, Kasaragod and Wayanad districts enrolled from 2025 onwards will be covered under the scheme
Eviction drive at Malayidomthuruth in Kerala: Police register case against over 50 persons
Case registered based on a complaint filed by senior lawyer Jayapalan M.K, who led Advocate Commission that tried to carry out the eviction drive
Kerala Govt Forms First-Ever Artificial Intelligence Ministry
The move marks a significant shift in the states governance structure, with the AI portfolio placed under the Industries and Commerce department
Kerala Cabinet Meetings Mark Historic Progress, Says Kodikunnil Suresh
Thiruvananthapuram, May 21: Congress MP Kodikunnil Suresh has termed the first and second cabinet meetings of the Kerala government as historic. He stated that several significant decisions have been made in the interest of the public during these meetings. In an exclusive interview with a news agency on Thursday, he noted that the government is ... Read more Kerala Cabinet Meetings Mark Historic Progress, Says Kodikunnil Suresh
Kerala MLAs arrive for swearing-in on foot, bicycle, vehicles
Newly elected MLAs reached the Kerala Legislative Assembly for their swearing-in ceremony -- some on foot, others by cycle, and many in vehicles. The BJP MLAs walked to the Assembly after paying tributes. A Congress MLA arrived on a bicycle, honouring his father's campaign style. Most legislators were seated by 9 am for the proceedings.
Defeat of delimitation Bill is south Indias loss: Nara Lokesh
The vote against Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill has placed southern States at a disadvantage Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh stand to lose representation after the next Census, Telugu Desam Partys newly appointed working president says, blaming politics, not policy for the Bills failure; he addresses concerns over upcoming resource-intensive data centres and explains why his government is incentivising larger families
Kerala CM recommends portfolios for new cabinet, Governor approves
According to the Lok Bhavan, Satheesan will handle 35 departments, including Finance, Law, General Administration and Ports, while senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala was designated as Minister for Home, Vigilance, and three other departments
'Athiradi' BO day 7: Basil Josephs entertainer stays strong
Athiradi, starring Basil Joseph, Vineeth Sreenivasan, and Tovino Thomas, continues its successful run, crossing 50 crore worldwide in its first week. Despite a slight dip on its seventh day, the campus action-comedy maintained strong momentum, driven significantly by its performance in Kerala. The film's energetic entertainment value and humor have resonated with audiences.
Doctor cant enrol as advocate without cancelling registration: HC
Supreme Court upholds bail for man booked under UAPA
Case relates to the attack on a Kerala professor, whose arm was chopped off
Watch: From Home to Finance: Key portfolios in V. D. Satheesans Cabinet
Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan has announced the portfolio allocation for the newly formed Congress-led cabinet, assigning key ministries including Home, Health, Industries, Education and Public Works among Congress, IUML and alliance leaders.
Eviction attempt triggers high tension at Dalit settlement in Kunnathunadu
The move follows a Supreme Court verdict four years ago in favour of a private individual in a land dispute involving 2.65 acres allegedly falling within 19.30 acres of puramboke land
Journalist K.G. Parameswaran Nair passes away
Private bus operators express concern over free travel for women on KSRTC
Seven Indian Super League clubs, including East Bengal, were granted the AIFF Club Licensing Premier 1 licence with sanctions for the 2026-27 season, while the applications of several top-flight sides, including Mohun Bagan Super Giant and Kerala Blasters FC, were rejected
Major Indian Football Clubs Denied AIFF Premier 1 License for 2026-27 Season
New Delhi, May 20: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has rejected the Premier 1 club license applications of several prominent Indian football clubs for the 2026-27 season. Notable clubs affected include Mohun Bagan Super Giant, Kerala Blasters FC, and Odisha FC. On May 17, during a meeting of the AIFFs Club Licensing Committee, it ... Read more Major Indian Football Clubs Denied AIFF Premier 1 License for 2026-27 Season
Watch: Why WHO is worried about Ebola outbreak | Above the Fold | 20.05.2026
In todays episode, we look at the WHOs highest-level alert over the Ebola outbreak in Central Africa, PM Modis meetings with Giorgia Meloni, Vladimir Putins high-stakes Beijing visit, the Supreme Courts remarks backing caste enumeration in Census 2027, and Keralas decision on K-Rail SilverLine project and more.
Local bodies in Ernakulam told to open control rooms before monsoon strengthens
MP police challenge actor duos bail application before Kerala High Court
Kerala CM to handle Finance, Law portfolios; Fisheries goes to IUML's Abdul Gafoor
United Democratic Front government notifies Cabinet portfolios on Wednesday evening. Congress leader Roji M. John gets Higher Education, Ramesh Chennithala will hold Home and Vigilance
Kooriyad NH 66 stretch opens after reconstruction
Around 200 metres of the under-construction highway had caved in on May 19, 2025, after the eight-metre embankment gave way under rainwater pressure
6,797 girls aged 14 get HPV vaccine in Kozhikode
CBSEs three-language rule for Classes IX, X sparks concern
Schools allege lack of clarity; say parents are anxious about board decision to make three languages mandatory for class IX from July 1
Asif K. Yusuf is Director of General Education
Conclude probe in microfinance fraud case in a month: HC
University Syndicate cant challenge orders passed by its Chancellor, says Kerala HC
Case in connection with engineer causing approximately 27.50 lakh loss to university. Court observes that case records reveal that the university suffered huge loss and the university and the State should ensure that a proper Vigilance investigation is done
Conference on sustainable water resource management
AIIMS, organ transplant institute, MCH development among Kozhikodes wish list
Centre remains evasive on approval for an AIIMS in Kerala; authorities at the Kozhikode MCH are hoping the new government will address long-pending staff shortage and fast-track major healthcare projects in the district
Thiruvananthapuram City police return 67 recovered mobile phones to owners
Malanakara dam shutters opened for major repair works
Maintenance works include replacing shutter screws and installing new rubber seals
Health Minister promises Essentiality Certificate for ESI Hospital
Keralas New Government Allocates Departments, CM V.D. Satheesan Takes Charge of Finance and Ports
Thiruvananthapuram, May 20: Following the formation of the new government in Kerala, the allocation of ministerial departments was completed on Wednesday. Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan has retained the Finance and Ports departments under his purview. Senior leader Ramesh Chennithala has been assigned the responsibilities of the Home and Vigilance departments. The distribution of key departments ... Read more Keralas New Government Allocates Departments, CM V.D. Satheesan Takes Charge of Finance and Ports
Man found dead on railway tracks near Ghatkesar
The two girls hailing from West Bengal went missing from their rented house at Vadakara on May 16
Probe into womans death in car blaze takes a new turn
Preliminary forensic findings had raised suspicion over the circumstances leading to the blaze, with investigators reportedly ruling out any major mechanical or engine failure
Drishyam 3 has recorded nearly Rs 25 crore gross in worldwide advance bookings ahead of its May 21 release, according to trade estimates. Starring Mohanlal and directed by Jeethu Joseph, the Malayalam crime thriller has seen strong demand in Kerala as well as overseas markets like the Gulf, North America and the UK.
Man held for cheating woman of 32 lakh, gold and sexually assaulting her
Accused arrested from Ervadi in Tamil Nadu
Shipping delays hit cashew sector in Kerala
Shipping bottlenecks, especially around the critical Strait of Hormuz, have hit the industry from ends, blocking the import of raw cashew nuts and stalling the export of finished kernels
Kerala Cabinet portfolios finalised; CM V. D. Satheesan retains Finance, Law, and Ports
Senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala will handle the Home and Vigilance portfolios, while P. K. Kunhalikutty of the Indian Union Muslim League has been given charge of the Industries and IT departments
