Actor Meenas Chennai home sold for Rs 100 crore - Reports
Actress Meena's opulent Chennai residence, reportedly built for Rs 10 crore two decades ago, is now rumored to have fetched a staggering Rs 100 crore. An NRI couple from the US is said to be the buyer of the traditional Kerala-style home. Meena herself has remained silent on the swirling speculation.
Political Turmoil Erupts Over Viral Girl Monalisas Marriage in Kerala
Thiruvananthapuram, April 12: The marriage of Monalisa Bhosale, a teenager who gained attention during the Kumbh Mela, has sparked significant political controversy in Kerala. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has accused leaders of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI(M)) of collusion and is demanding criminal action regarding the matter. BJPs state general secretary S. ... Read more Political Turmoil Erupts Over Viral Girl Monalisas Marriage in Kerala
International delegates visit states where polls were held on Thursday
NEW DELHI, Apr 11 : As many as 38 international delegates from 22 countries witnessed first-hand the scale, precision, and vibrancy of Indias electoral process under the Election Commissions International Election Visitors Programme (IEVP) 2026, the poll authority said on Saturday. Describing the experience as a true festival of democracy, the delegates expressed admiration for the record voter participation, meticulous planning, and seamless execution of polls by the EC, it said. Assembly elections were held in Assam, Puducherry, and Kerala [] The post International delegates visit states where polls were held on Thursday appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delegates from 22 countries laud India's poll process
International delegates from 22 countries lauded India's recent elections in Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry, highlighting impressive voter turnout and meticulous planning. Witnessing firsthand the seamless execution, including EVM usage and webcasting, they described the process as a rue festival of democracy. Delegates also noted the well-organized polling stations with facilities and praised the transparency measures in place.
Kerala Blasters Secures First Win of the Season Against Bengaluru FC
New Delhi, April 12: Kerala Blasters FC achieved their first victory of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 season by defeating Bengaluru FC 2-1 at the Sri Kanteerava Stadium on Saturday. Francisco Feuillassier led a remarkable comeback for the team with a late goal in the second half. Bengaluru initially took the lead through an ... Read more Kerala Blasters Secures First Win of the Season Against Bengaluru FC
Special Enforcement Squad seizes over 600 LPG cylinders from Thiruvananthapuram
The cylinders were stored without proper authorisation
KSRTC driver booked for assaulting elderly passenger
Gagarins meet in Kerala to commemorate historic flight
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Women outnumber men in voter turnout across district
LPG shortage continues to hit hotel industry in Ernakulam
Digital-only toll collection implemented at national highway fee plazas
NEW DELHI, Apr 11 : All user fee payments at National Highway toll plazas across the country are being processed exclusively through digital modes with FASTag or Unified Payments Interface (UPI) from Saturday, according to an official statement. The move is a significant step towards strengthening efficiency and transparency in toll collection. However, the statement said, this transition has not been implemented in the states of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam and West Bengal, as well as the Union Territory of [] The post Digital-only toll collection implemented at national highway fee plazas appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The Hindu Civil Services pre-summit draws aspirants from across Malabar
Kerala receives isolated summer showers
Ayyankunnu in Kannur records 4 cm rain during the last 24 hours ending at 8.30 a.m. on Saturday
Foreign delegates visit states post voting on Thursday
Thirty-eight international delegates from twenty-two countries observed India's election process. They visited Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry. Delegates saw polling parties and election materials. They also viewed CCTV control rooms. The visitors described the experience as a festival of democracy. They admired voter participation and poll execution.
Death Of A First-Year Dental Student In Kerala
Nithin Raj, a first year BDS student at the Anjarakandy Dental College, was found lying with serious injuries in a gravel-laden area near Kannur Medical College on Friday.
Kerala girls death: Post-mortem report does not indicate anything suspicious, says SP
No move yet to reinstate one-way traffic norms on service roads
Residents complain that the delaying action is causing snarl-up on the narrow service roads along the national highway
Kochi Corporation to frame by-law for maintenance of turfs, revenue generation
Idukki sees tight contests as LDF, UDF both claim edge in key seats
With high-stakes battles in Idukki and a triangular fight in Devikulam, both fronts express confidence of winning four constituencies each
Kozhikode youth goes missing from Norwegian cruise ship
His family members, including parents, wife and two children, have requested the help of peoples representatives and Union Ministers to intervene in the issue and ensure better coordination for his rescue
Preparations in progress for Kollam Pooram
A total of 26 elephants will participate in the festivities this year. Animal Husbandry department issues guidelines to ensure the safety of the public and the well-being of the participating elephants throughout the days events.
Kerala Assembly polls: International delegates get a feel of election process in India
Seventeen delegates from Albania, Estonia, Fiji, Georgia, Kenya, Namibia, Samoa, Seychelles and Sierra Leone visit polling stations under the International Election Visitors Programme of the EC
BJP agent arrested for alleged attempt to assault UDF candidate T.N. Prathapan on polling day
Rising temperatures trigger heat alert for livestock
Animal Husbandry department issues urgent guidelines to prevent heatstroke and deaths
UDF questions counting arrangements, seeks shift in venue
Economist K.K. Krishnakumar passes away
P.C. George, Shone took contract from BJP to create Christian-Muslim rift: Hibi Eden
Private bus catches fire in Kozhikode
Passengers were evacuated on time with the timely intervention of the bus crew, who reportedly noticed the flames while the bus was in motion
29 police personnel injured in accident
Rise in tiger attacks on cattle raises concern in plantation sector in Munnar
Repeated presence of predators on the forest fringes reported; forest department plans to conduct detailed study and set up camera traps to monitor tiger movements
Ernakulam District Congress Committee (DCC) president, Mohammed Shiyas, said he wanted the UDFs next Chief Minister to be from his home district, sparking speculation that he was backing Satheesan. Earlier, Sudhakaran and Kurien had broadcast their preference for Chennithala
Kerala, Assam, Puducherry polls draw global attention as EC hosts 38 delegates from 22 nations
International observers from 22 countries lauded India's electoral process during the recent Assembly polls in Kerala, Puducherry, and Assam. Witnessing firsthand the scale, precision, and vibrant participation, delegates described the experience as a rue festival of democracy. They were impressed by the meticulous planning, seamless execution, and inclusive features at polling stations, highlighting India's commitment to transparent and accessible elections.
CPI(M) unleashing violence fearing poll defeat: Satheesan
Three of a family drown in Nadapuram
The incident involving a couple and their niece took place in Puliyavu river around 4 p.m.
Tamil Nadu elections: When an Achuthamenon campaigns for the CPI(M) candidate in Kilvelur
A polio survivor, Mr. Achuthamenon, named after the former Chief Minister of Kerala, has been travelling to every nook and corner of the constituency in a campaign vehicle equipped with a public address system, canvassing votes for the partys candidate, D. Latha
Assembly Polls In Kerala, Assam, Puducherry Drew Global Attention: EC
International delegates expressed admiration for the record voter participation, meticulous planning and seamless execution of polls by the ECI.
Railways asks Kerala to bear land acquisition costs for Sabari rail project
The Railway Board asks the Kerala government to bear all the related expenses such as establishment charges, contingency charges, etc. for the project.
Karunya KR-749 Lottery Result (11-04-2026): The Kerala State Lotteries Department conducts the high-stakes draw for the Karunya KR-749 weekly lottery today, April 11, 2026. The event will be held at Gorky Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram, featuring a grand first prize of 1 crore.
No CM debate now, says Congress as Kerala awaits poll results
Congress leaders in Thiruvananthapuram decided to avoid naming preferred chief minister candidates before the Kerala Assembly election results are declared on May 4. This move aims to prevent internal differences from being visible to the public. The party high command will make the final decision after consulting MLAs, following established procedures.
Bus carrying policemen crashes into container truck in Kozhikode, 32 injured
A bus carrying Malabar Special Police personnel collided with a container lorry in Keralas Kozhikode, injuring 32 people. All the injured received medical treatment and were later discharged
Why voter turnout hit record highs in Assam, Kerala & Puducherry
Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry witnessed record-breaking voter turnout in the April 9 Assembly electionsbut what really drove this surge?
Karunya KR749 Lottery Result (11-04-2026): The Kerala State Lotteries Department conducts the high-stakes draw for the Karunya KR-749 weekly lottery today, April 11, 2026. The event will be held at Gorky Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram, featuring a grand first prize of 1 crore.
Despite confident claims about favourable polling, the three major alliances had to reassess their prospects in a fierce triangular contest among Deepak Joy (UDF), K.N. Unnikrishnan (LDF), and Anjaly Nair (NDA)
Kerala Girl Who Went Missing During Hike In Karnataka Found Dead 4 Days Later
Sri Nanda, a Class 10 student and a native of Palakkad in Kerala, was on a family trip in Karnataka with around 40 relatives.
A missing teenage girl from Kerala was tragically found deceased near a waterfall in Chikkamagaluru's Manikyadhara Hills. Rescuers located her body deep within a gorge using a drone. While authorities suggest a possible fall, her distraught parents suspect foul play, claiming she was kidnapped and drugged. The post-mortem will determine the exact cause of death.
Parties woo women voters with cash transfer promises
Political parties in Assam are vying for women's votes with competing cash-transfer promises, including increased monthly payouts and empowerment initiatives. This comes as women voters demonstrate consistently high participation, often surpassing male turnout in recent elections across Assam, Puducherry, and Kerala, influencing electoral dynamics.
Man crushed under bus during repair
Missing Kerala student found dead near Chandradrona hills
PTI Chikkamagaluru Three days after a Class 10 student from Kerala went missing during a family trip to Manikyadhara Falls in the Chandradrona hill range, she was found dead on Friday, police said. The deceased, identified as Kumari Shrinanda, had been missing since Tuesday evening after she went trekking in the Chandradrona hills, they said. []
Turning up: On high turnout in Kerala, Assam, Puducherry polls
Voter enthusiasm is a sign of a healthy democracy
Kerala Assembly polls: Further updates on voter turnout awaited
The ECINET app has been displaying 78.27% as the voter turnout since Thursday night. This is provisional and does not include service voters and postal ballots
Twist To A Fairytale Story :Mahakumbh-Fame Girl, Monalisa, Found To Be Minor, Her Hubby Booked
A POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) case was filed in the Maheshwar police station in Khargone district, after an investigation by the National Commission for Scheduled Tribe (NCST) led to disclosure that she was around 16 when she married her boyfriend, Farman, in a Kerala temple on March 11 this year.
High turnout in Assembly polls historic testimony for Indias democracy: CEC
Assam and Puducherry recorded their highest-ever voter turnout of 85.9% and 89.87% respectively, while Kerala recorded one its highest polling percentage at 78.27 %.
ISL: BFCholds all the aces in Kerala Blasters clash
Konthuruthy river restoration: Kochi Corporation hands aid to 80 families
The assistance, part of the rehabilitation package, was transferred directly to the bank accounts of beneficiary families who submitted documents in accordance with government norms
Anti-war music festival in Thiruvananthapuram on April 12 to feature four metal bands
Titled Kala/pam - Music Concert for Peace, the festival is organised by the collective Humans of World
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: High polling in north Kerala sparks political spin across fronts
14-year-old Tourist From Keralam Found Dead In 2000-ft Depth Valley In Chikkamaguluru
On Tuesday at around 5.30 pm, Nanda went missing and search for her went futile on Wednesday and Thursday. The body of Srinanda was traced by rescue personnel tracking a foul smell emanating from a point down the cliff
Kerala poll: Deputy CM debate resurfaces as IUML asserts eligibility for post
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: UDF expects Ernakulam sweep as LDF, NDA hope to improve electoral show
UDF eyes a clean sweep across all 14 constituencies; LDF expects to improve its tally, while NDA looks to open its account in the district based on early polling assessment
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Tight security in place around strong rooms in Kozhikode
Surveillance cameras installed outside strong rooms with 24x7 monitoring. Strong rooms will be opened on counting day on May 4 in the presence of representatives of political parties
IMD issues 'orange alert' in north Kerala as rains bring relief from heat
Heavy rains lashed Kerala on Friday bringing relief from hot weather. The India Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for Kozhikode and Wayanad districts. Thunderstorms with moderate rainfall and gusty winds are likely. Other districts will also experience light to moderate rainfall. This alert signifies very heavy rainfall expected in the affected areas.
Wildlife trophy declaration notification: Kerala HC tells govt. to file affidavit
Fr. Biju John Vellakkada re-elected as CMI provincial
A war of words erupted between Ernakulam MP Hibi Eden and former Mayor M. Anilkumar after a proposal to convert the old office into a museum appeared on the agenda of a C-HED executive committee meeting last September
SSLC exams in Gulf: meet decided to seek ECIs nod
SSLC examinations had been postponed in the Gulf region in the wake of the U.S.-Israel-Iran war in the West Asia
A meeting of of people from across Kerala bearing the name Gagarin to be held in the Honorary Consulate of Russia at Vanross Junction
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: EC records Sobhas statement in cash-for-votes case
She has reportedly denied allegations of distributing cash for votes. Commission also records the statement of the complainant, C.V. Balan of the Congress
Thrissur bids emotional farewell to Fr. Francis Alapatt
Priest, doctor and humanitarian laid to rest; body donated to Jubilee Mission hospital as per his wish
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Satheesan writes to CEO opposing move to suspend e-Office
The e-Office system will be shut down from April 10 till April 15 for the roll-out of the latest version, says IT dept. Satheesan says the temporary shift to manual processes reduces transparency and creates the possibility of misuse during a sensitive election period
Census 2027: demarcation of houselisting blocks planned in April-end
Once HLBs are demarcated, census officials will have a clear idea as to the number of enumerators required for the census exercise planned in July this year with a 15-day self-enumeration period in June
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: UDF confident of electoral victory, says V.D. Satheesan
Leader of the Opposition says the front will secure more than 100 seats in Kerala
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: High voter turnout in Kollam sparks hopes for main fronts
While the UDF dreams of a clean sweep, the LDF remains confident and the NDA looks toward a historic breakthrough
The Hindu Civil Services Summit to be held in Kozhikode on April 11
Congress office vandalised in post-poll clashes in Keralas Kannur
Political tensions remain high in Kannur after a series of violent incidents following polling.
Repesentatives of candidates can be deputed outside EVM strong rooms: EC
Thiruvananthapuram: The EC on Friday, April 10, said that representatives of candidates who contested the Kerala Assembly polls can be deputed outside the security perimeter of strong rooms where EVMs are stored. Kerala Chief Electoral Officer Rathan U Kelkar issued a press note stating that, after the completion of polling, the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) 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 .
Kerala polls: Opposing alliances seek to read the political leaves of high voting percentage
Notably, leaders of the three alliances signal a perceptible widening of Keralas electoral spectrum. They indicate that major alliances are compelled to court vacillating electoral groups of varied caste and religious hues more actively in 2026 compared to past polls
Let go and accept verdict: public health experts post-election Stoic advice for candidates
Dr. Ekbal suggests a practical approach to mental well-being of candidates who are in anticipation of outcomes after an intense and exhausting electoral battle
Controversial Marriage of Kumbh Mela Viral Star Monalisa Sparks Legal and Political Turmoil
Thiruvananthapuram, April 10: The marriage of Monalisa Bhonsle, known as the Kumbh Mela Viral Star, has plunged into a serious legal and political controversy in Kerala. Following revelations about her being a minor, the Madhya Pradesh police have filed a case against her husband, Farman Khan, under the POCSO Act. This case emerged after an ... Read more Controversial Marriage of Kumbh Mela Viral Star Monalisa Sparks Legal and Political Turmoil
A 95-year-old retired schoolteacher from Kerala, K Madhavan Nair, is drawing attention for his unwavering commitment to voting. Not to be confused with actor R. Madhavan, he has not missed a single election since Independence. Despite mobility issues and weak eyesight, he continues to visit his polling booth in person, saying the experience matters to him.
After polls, police to continue with intensified vigil in Kozhikode
The squads will stay alert at the district and State-level borders and continue with vehicle-checking in assigned areas
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Husband sentenced to triple life term for murder of woman civil police officer in Kannur
The incident occurred in November 2024. She had earlier filed a case in the Kannur family court expressing her unwillingness to continue the marriage
IUML deserves deputy CM post but won't stake claim: Thangal
IUML leader Sayyid Munavvar Ali Shihab Thangal stated that while the party deserves the deputy chief minister's post, they will not claim it if the UDF wins in Kerala. He also denied allegations of candidates seeking votes on religious lines, asserting that minorities trust the UDF for protection.
Kerala filmmaker Ranjith gets bail in sexual harassment case
As part of bail conditions, court directs Ranjith to surrender his passport, remain within Ernakulam district, and refrain from entering Fort Kochi, where the alleged offence took place during a film shoot,
Mona Lisa marraige age: A viral Maha Kumbh bead seller, Monalisa, is now at the center of a legal storm. Investigations revealed she is a minor, leading to an FIR against her husband, Farman Khan, under POCSO in Madhya Pradesh. The marriage, allegedly conducted in Kerala using forged documents to conceal her age, is under scrutiny.
2026 polls last three-front contest in Kerala: BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar
Rajeev Chandrasekhar, BJP state president, foresees a significant shift in Kerala's political arena. He believes the 2026 Assembly elections will mark the final contest involving three major fronts. Following this, he anticipates a bipolar political system will emerge in the state. This new landscape will feature the NDA on one side and a Congress-CPI(M) alliance on the other.
How Keralas Jakobi Chocolatier is rethinking chocolate, one small batch at a time
From jackfruit experiments to chilli-laced almonds, Kochi-based chocolatier Jacob Joy is ditching mass production for small-batch, custom creations that push Indian chocolate in unexpected directions
Kerala Assembly elections: Wayanad funds row benefited UDF, says KPCC chief Sunny Joseph
Sunny Joseph says concerns should instead be directed at misuse of public treasury funds, the gold held by the Travancore Devaswom Board and collection made in the name of Ayyappa Sangamam
Neetha Joseph K, a doctoral scholar at IIT Hyderabad, has documented hand-painted political graffiti in Kerala in a research paper, The Visual Voices of Keralas Politics, which looks at the stylistic variations of the Malayalam fonts across eight districts in the State
