According to a weather bulletin issued by the India Meteorological department (IMD) on Tuesday, the well-marked low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal has intensified into a depression
Sparjan Kumar appointed as Transport Commissioner of Keralam
Incumbent Transport Commissioner C.H. Nagaraju has been transferred and posted as Inspector General of Police, Intelligence
Kerala Police arrest foreign women manufacturing MDMA in Delhi, bust drug network
Kannur City police team from Keralam arrest the two foreign nationals from Burari in Delhi following an investigation across several States
Keralam Govt Orders Police Inquiry into ED Report Against Ex-CM Vijayan
Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala said the state government has decided to entrust the Director General of Police (DGP) with an inquiry into the Enforcement Directorate's report
SNDP microfinance scam: Kerala HC reserves order on sanction to prosecute accused
Justice A. Badharudeen noted that there was a legal issue to be considered regarding prosecution sanction after recording State governments stand that sanction was not required to prosecute the accused in the matter
Nilambur flash flood: body of missing woman found
Sajita, a resident of T.K. Colony, Amarambalam, was swept away by a sudden rise in the water level while washing clothes on Sunday evening
ICICI Prudential Life sees 69% growth in retail protection business in Keralam
ICICI Prudential Life has 31 branches and 20,008 advisors in Keralam
CMRL-Exalogic case: Keralam orders police enquiry into ED report
The ED has alleged that Vijayan received 3.28 crore from Cochin Minerals and Rutile Ltd (CMRL) as bribes in return for extending favours to the company
G. Sparjan Kumar has been appointed as the new Transport Commissioner in Kerala, replacing C.H. Nagaraju amid a major IPS reshuffle. Kerala Government Reshuffles Senior IPS Officers, Appoints G. Sparjan Kumar as New Transport Commissioner
Surendran questions whether sponsorships involved any expectation of reciprocal favours
CPI(M) general secretary M.A. Baby says Congresss political line in Keralam stands in stark contrast to the partys purported national opposition to Centres 'misuse of investigative agencies to target non-BJP parties
CPI(M) general secretary M.A. Baby says Congresss political line in Keralam stands in stark contrast to the partys purported national opposition to Centres 'misuse of investigative agencies to target non-BJP parties
Kerala orders police probe against ex-CM Pinarayi in CMRL case
Thiruvananthapuram: The Congress-led UDF government in Keralam on Tuesday, September 22, ordered a police inquiry based on the EDs report seeking action against former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter Veena T and her husband P A Mohamed Riyas in the alleged CMRL bribery case. Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala said the state government has decided 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 .
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0.6 Gram Seizure, 2,000 km Chase: How Kerala Police Cracked A Drug Network
Investigators continued examining phone records, financial transactions and movements patterns before tracing Tabu to Bengaluru, where he was arrested.
Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala says legal prerequisites, and not politics as alleged by CPI(M), shaped UDF governments decision, citing Supreme Court judgments on EDs sharing of information with law enforcement agencies
Abimanyu murder case: trial court dismisses accuseds plea for in-camera proceedings
Principal Sessions Judge K.K. Balakrishnan, who reserved the order on the plea on September 15, dismissed it on the ground that it was not a fit case for in-camera trial
Police Inquiry Ordered Against Former Kerala CM Vijayan
The Congress-led UDF government in Kerala has ordered a police inquiry into the alleged CMRL bribery case, targeting former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, his daughter Veena T, and son-in-law P A Mohamed Riyas. This decision follows a report from the Enforcement Directorate and legal advice from the Advocate General.
UDF faces criticism over Ministers alleged foreign junkets, Keralam CMs private plane travel
CPI(M) leader P. Rajeeve alleges that UDF Ministers have signalled to the electorate that ordinary citizens without resources are at a disadvantage compared with the moneyed elite, who dole out freebies and fund foreign jaunts for power centres and authority figures
Kerala High Court grants bail to reporter TV MD Anto Augustine in Abkari case
The Kerala High Court on Tuesday granted bail to Anto Augustine, Managing Director of Malayalam news channel Reporter TV, in an Abkari case concerning the alleged seizure of liquor beyond the permissible limit from a property in Wayanad. Justice Kauser Edappagath passed the order on Augustines bail plea in Anto Augustine v. State of Kerala. [] The post Kerala High Court grants bail to reporter TV MD Anto Augustine in Abkari case appeared first on India Legal .
Kerala HC Grants Bail to Reporter TV Channel MD Anto Augustine in Liquor Case
The High Court said that since it was the first such case against Augustine, he can be granted relief
Proposed protocol is intended to establish a coordinated mechanism for monitoring and verification of consignments and documents, identification of violations and enforcement action by respective boards
No Interim Relief from Kerala HC to Ex-DGP Thachankary in DA Case
The order came on Thachankary's appeal against his conviction and four-year sentence in the disproportionate assets case by a Vigilance Court last Thursday
ABVP sweeps all 12 seats at Kerala's Tripunithura Sanskrit College, ends SFI's 40-year hold
The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) has claimed a major breakthrough at Government Sanskrit College in Tripunithura, Kerala, saying it has won all 12 seats in the campus election. In a post shared on social...
The public utility facilitates an average of 12.93 lakh free journeys daily
KSPCB Environmental Engineer Recruitment 2026 - Walkin
Kerala State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) has announced the Recruitment 2026 notification for Environmental Engineer posts. Eligible candidates can attend the walk-in interview on 29-09-2026 at the designated venue. The detailed notification is available on the official website.
Priyadarshini Scheme Completes 100 Days, Kerala Sees Surge in Women Ridership
On Monday, the minister said there had been a 60 per cent increase in women travelling on state transport corporation buses
9 Dead Across Kerala As Sudden Flash Floods, Landslides Batter Hilly Districts
Nine people died as flash floods and landslides struck Kerala, with more heavy rain forecast.
Court says tax authority cannot dismiss an appeal merely because the assessee failed to appear for the proceedings
Keralam to set up expert panel to update vocational higher secondary courses in schools
The government has initiated steps to strengthen vocational higher secondary education
Delhi-NCR to remain dry as IMD forecasts clear skies; mercury to touch 34 degree Celsius
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 22 (IANS) The national Capital is likely to witness clear skies and relatively pleasant weather on Tuesday, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting a minimum temperature of around 24 degree Celsius and a maximum of nearly 34 degree Celsius. According to the weather agency, Delhi is expected to remain largely dry throughout the day, marking a change from the cloudy conditions and occasional showers witnessed recently. The forecast of clearer skies could provide some relief from the persistent humidity experienced across the city over the past few weeks. The relative humidity is likely to remain around 60 per cent, while weather conditions are expected to be generally comfortable for residents. However, temperatures are likely to rise during the afternoon before easing later in the day. Among the weather stations in the national Capital, Palam is likely to record a minimum temperature of around 23 degree Celsius. Lodi Road and Ayanagar may register minimum temperatures of 24.3 degree Celsius and 24.2 degree Celsius, respectively. The Ridge could witness a comparatively cooler morning, with the minimum temperature expected to settle at around 22.5 degree Celsius. While Delhi-NCR is likely to remain dry on Tuesday, several other parts of the country are expected to experience rainfall and thunderstorms in the coming days due to a weather system developing over the Bay of Bengal. Odisha is likely to witness some of the most intense weather activity as a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal becomes more organised. The system is expected to move towards the South Odisha-North Andhra Pradesh coast and reach the west-central and adjoining northwest Bay of Bengal near the coast around the morning of September 23. The IMD has issued a red alert for extremely heavy rainfall exceeding 20 cm in Kandhamal, Gajapati, Ganjam and Puri on September 23. A similar red alert has been issued for Kalahandi, Kandhamal and Rayagada for September 24. Rainfall is expected to remain active across Odisha until September 27, with different districts placed under red, orange and yellow alerts depending on the anticipated intensity of rainfall. Kerala is also likely to experience wet conditions during the week. Light to moderate rainfall has been forecast in several areas between September 21 and 25, while isolated heavy showers are possible in Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Idukki and Thrissur. The IMD has advised residents in areas vulnerable to waterlogging and landslides to remain alert and follow instructions issued by local authorities. Weather activity is also expected to increase across parts of the Northeast and eastern India. Assam and Meghalaya may experience thunderstorms and lightning on September 22, followed by heavy rainfall between September 23 and 25. Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim could witness thunderstorms, lightning and squally conditions on September 22. Heavy rainfall is likely in these areas on September 23 and 24, while very heavy showers are possible on September 25. East Uttar Pradesh is expected to see increased rainfall activity from September 24, accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and squall-like conditions. Similar weather is likely to develop over West Uttar Pradesh from September 25. In contrast, Delhi-NCR, including Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad and Faridabad, is unlikely to receive significant rainfall on Tuesday. The region is expected to remain predominantly dry as the southwest monsoon continues to withdraw from northwest India. However, weather conditions could become more active towards the end of the week, with the IMD forecasting thunderstorms, lightning and squall-like conditions over Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi between September 25 and 27. The developing weather system over the Bay of Bengal is expected to remain the primary factor influencing rainfall and thunderstorm activity across several parts of the country in the coming days.
Survey discovers six new species from Periyar Tiger Reserve in Keralam
Four-day faunal survey records six species previously undocumented in the reserve, including one bird, one butterfly, and four odonate species
Several injured in dog attack in Keralams Thiruvananthapuram
According to reports, 15 people, including women and children, sustained injuries in the incident at Poonthura
ABVP Breaches Left Bastion, Sweeps Student Union Elections In Kerala College
The ABVP described the result as a rejection of what it called the SFI's anti-student policies. A representative of the organisation said the win at this college would give a strong boost to other ABVP units across Kerala's campuses.
Five belonging to inter-State gang held in Kannur
When quiet Kottapuzha turned deadly
More than two dozen people were stranded in the river as residents, forest staff, and volunteers joined the rescue effort
Kerala: UDF Ministers face questions over VIP privileges
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 21 (IANS) The controversy over the foreign trips of ministers in the four-month-old V.D. Satheesan government has opened up a wider debate about the line between private hospitality and public office, with the Chief Ministers chartered flight and a ministers use of a friends luxury car adding to the discussion. Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala was the first to come under scrutiny after travelling to the US with his family. He later clarified that the trip was not at government expense but was paid for by the organisers of the events he attended. He said he had travelled to Chicago to attend the wedding of the son of a longtime associate. Sports Minister O.J. Jeneesh has now offered a similar defence of his overseas trips. He said there was no reason to turn private travel by ministers into a controversy and maintained that his trips did not involve a waste of taxpayers money. He added that the organisations that invited him had covered the travel expenses. The issue, however, goes beyond who pays the airfare. Ministers, by virtue of their office, inevitably have access to people and organisations seeking government decisions, assistance or influence. Accepting hospitality from private individuals or organisations can therefore raise questions of propriety even when there is no direct cost to the exchequer. The controversy over Local Self-Government Minister K.M. Shajis use of a friends Range Rover has sharpened that question. Shaji said he had obtained the luxury vehicle with the necessary permissions and had used it occasionally even before becoming a minister. He challenged the media to examine his actions. The issue has now reached Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan. Satheesan travelled to Malappuram on Monday in a chartered aircraft brought from Bengaluru after the police helicopter contract expired. SFI state secretary P.S. Sanjeev has questioned the acceptance of such private sponsorship, calling it a serious violation of the oath of office. Taken together, the episodes have shifted the debate from the simple question of who paid for a trip or vehicle to the larger issue of how those with money, connections and interests interact with those holding political power.
Keralam CM Satheesans chartered flight: no expense to government, say government sources
Narayana Gurus vision forms the core of Keralams social reformation: Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan
The Keralam CM says that the entire credit for the States secular ideals goes to Sree Narayana Guru
Narayana Gurus vision forms the core of Keralams social reformation: Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan
The Keralam CM says that the entire credit for the States secular ideals goes to Sree Narayana Guru
Researchers at RGCB in Keralam develop nanopore sensors for early detection of Parkinsons disease
RGCB team designs self-assembling dual-diameter nanopore sensors that are capable of detecting biomarkers linked to neurodegenerative diseases with high sensitivity
Collective holds protest against plan to relocate zoo in Keralam
It alleges an agenda to hand over the Thiruvananthapuram zoos location to corporates, warns of strong agitation if the State government takes further steps in this regard
Tourist rush threatens Malampuzha water source, warns PROUD
Organisation says increasing tourist activity is putting the drinking-water source at risk. Visitors are reportedly entering the catchment area with food and liquor and leaving behind plastic, food waste and broken bottles
BJP seeks Keralam-model survey on Kasturirangan report on Western Ghats
Miss Universe 2026: Kaziah Liz Mejo All Set to Bring the Crown Home
Speaking about her journey and the upcoming competition, Kaziah said she is grateful for the support she has received from Keralam and across India. Calling the opportunity special and personal, she said she is ready for the next step.
Two injured as wild gaur hits scooter in Keralams Kasaragod
Residents demand urgent measures, including the construction of safety fencing, to control the movement of wild gaurs in the area
Ashwini Vaishnaw Meets Kerala MPs To Address Mangaluru Railway Jurisdiction Split
One house destroyed in a landslip at Pazhampillichal near Adimaly in Keralam
The landslip occurred on Sunday night. Debris filled three other houses in the area
Veterinarians get Danish training in professional hoof trimming at KVASU
Ten veterinary officers are attending the first batch, being held from September 20 to 26. Subsequent batches will draw participants from across the country
55 sovereigns of gold, 3.5 lakh stolen from house in Thrissur
Burglary carried out while family was away at hospital for sons surgery; CCTV captures thief scaling compound wall
Kerala turns plastic waste into roads: Kerala has converted 4,447.93 metric tonnes of discarded plastic into shredded material used for road construction across nearly 7,249 km. Since the programme began in 2016, the Public Works Department and local bodies have emerged as major users of the recycled material, helping divert plastic waste from landfills while supporting infrastructure development across the state.
Kerala to roll out stronger district level disaster system in 3 months: CM Satheesan (Lead)
Digital Desk | Malappuram (Kerala), Sep 21 (IANS) Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan on Monday asserted that Kerala would strengthen its disaster warning and evacuation systems after 10 people lost their lives in rain-related incidents in Malappuram, Idukki, and Kottayam, stressing that the latest tragedy had occurred without any major landslide or visible signs of heavy rain. Speaking to the media after visiting the affected areas in Malappuram, Satheesan said five people had died and one person was missing in the district. He said the seriousness of the situation lay in the fact that the deaths occurred without any major landslip or landslide being immediately visible at the site. There were no visible signs of heavy rain also, Satheesan said, pointing to the difficulty in predicting such highly localised weather events. He said there were around 50 people in the locality when the incident occurred. The place, he pointed out, was not a tourist destination, though social media had projected it as a tourist spot and brought considerable attention to the area. Similar incidents were reported from Idukki and Kottayam, taking the total number of deaths in the rain-related incidents that happened on Sunday to 10, he said. Satheesan said the government would take steps to ensure that the families of those who lost their lives were provided assistance. The details of the assistance would be decided at the Cabinet meeting scheduled for Wednesday, he said. The Chief Minister said Kerala was now working towards developing a stronger disaster management model, with greater emphasis on district-level preparedness. We are working towards a strong disaster management model in Kerala, which will function at the district level, he said, adding that the government expected to bring out the first stage of the new system within three months. Satheesan said the changing nature of rainfall made more precise weather forecasting essential. Rainfall was now occurring over very small areas, sometimes covering only around 25 sq km, making it difficult to rely only on broader weather predictions. More precision has to come into weather reports, he said. The Chief Minister said the state was working towards improving the prediction of cloudbursts and other extreme rainfall events. Such predictions, he said, would have to be backed by stronger warning mechanisms. The warning system has to be strengthened. So does the evacuation system, Satheesan said. The latest incidents, he said, had underlined the need for Kerala to improve its ability to identify localised weather threats and act before they turn into disasters.
Richa Chadha is all set to showcase her non-fiction series Musafiri on YouTube from September 25. The eight-episode show explores the curious and lesser-explored side of Mumbai. In an exclusive chat with Bollywood Hungama, Richa revealed that she had earlier planned to centre the show only around different festivals. I was working on a document for some years, which involved research, she said. India has a lot of festivals that are celebrated by people of more than one community. For example, in Lalbaugcha Raja, the ones playing dhol are from different community. Similarly, there are some Hindu-Sikh festivals and the harvest festival in Kerala as well. Richa continued, Initially, I had decided to do only on festivals. But then I realized that there are a lot of topics to cover here. Like how the British have been preserving their centuries old buildings, we have thousands of years old buildings. But not enough people know about it. So, from that lens I started working on it. I hope people appreciate it. A major point of attraction in Richas series is the Gilbert Hill located in Andheri, Mumbai. She was astonished to know from her researcher that the hill is said to be 65 million years old. Today, that hill is preserved simply because a temple is located on its top. I also knew as I had visited and shot around it. I used to wonder what kind of unusual mountain is this. It is absolutely straight, there is nothing on the sides, it has a temple, there is a net around and it is in the shape of a hexagon. I found it very fascinating. I explored the idea that when hyper-religious sentiment runs in the country, we should also study things that tell us that due to different faiths like Hindu and Islam, what all is still saved today, she said. When asked about the most challenging part of coming up with Musafiri, Richa said, Just finding the time to do it properly. I am a new mom, I have a production company also, I act and there are screenings sometimes. Also Read: Richa Chadha unveils trailer of her first non-fiction series Musafiri; to premiere on YouTube
Keralam ministers confirm probe into alleged Messi visit fraud
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Keralam CM Satheesans rescue gesture draws attention to how trauma patients should be handled
While the gesture has been widely praised, physician Manoj Velland raises concerns about the lack of proper spinal immobilisation during the transfer, which can exacerbate injuries. This incident highlights the urgent need for public awareness regarding trauma management and the importance of using adequately equipped ambulances.
Keralam will unveil district-specific disaster management plan in three months, says Satheesan
Cabinetto decide on Wednesday on the aidfor familiesof those who died in the flash flood at T.K. Colony near Amarambalam; visitormovement to beregulated at the site
From NCC Rifle Shooting To Asian Games Silver: Keralam's Vidarsa Vinod Scripts History
The first serious rifle that Vidarsa K. Vinod ever held in her hands did not belong to her, or to her family, or to anyone she knew
Karnataka Should Emulate Keralam Model of Conducting Ground-level Survey: R. Ashoka
Ashoka, speaking on the Kasturirangan report in the Legislative Assembly, stated Keralam government conducted a ground-level survey, went to every village, identified where plantations and houses exist and prepared a report
The Agriculture department is moving ahead with plans to connect the younger generation to farming, says the Minister
Bodies of Malayali women killed in California brought home for last rites
Digital Desk | Kochi, Sep 21 (IANS) The bodies of two Malayali women, Anjana and Ann Mary Mathew, who were allegedly murdered by a close friend in California last month, were brought back to Kochi on Monday, with relatives making arrangements for their funerals amid an outpouring of grief. The bodies arrived at Cochin International Airport at Nedumbassery in the morning on a flight from San Francisco via Los Angeles and Dubai. After completion of the official procedures, the bodies were handed over to the relatives. The body of Ann Mary Mathew, a native of Kesavadasapuram in Thiruvananthapuram, was taken to her husband's home in Kottayam. A close relative told IANS that the body would be taken to her parish church on Tuesday morning, where the final rites will be held. The body of Anjana, a native of Thrissur, was first taken to her ancestral home at Peechi. A large number of people gathered there to pay their last respects, with many filing past the body. It will later be taken to the family's home, where the funeral is expected to be held at the local parish on Tuesday. Union Minister of State for Tourism Suresh Gopi had been closely following the arrangements for bringing the bodies back to Kerala from the US since the killings last month. The two women were killed in a double murder in California on August 28. Anila, a native of Erattupetta in Kottayam and a close friend of both victims, has been arrested by California police in connection with the killings. According to investigators, Anila went to Ann Mary's home in San Jose and allegedly stabbed her to death. About one-and-a-half hours later, she allegedly called Anjana and asked her to come to a location. Police said Anjana was subsequently killed after being struck by a vehicle. Anila was arrested soon after the killings and is currently being held in the high-security section of the Santa Clara County Main Jail. The motive behind the killings of the two women, who were close friends, is still being investigated by the Milpitas police. The murders had sent shock waves through the Malayali community in California and Kerala. The return of the bodies on Monday brought the tragedy home, with relatives and friends gathering at the two families' homes to bid farewell to the young women. The investigation by US authorities is continuing to establish the circumstances and motive behind the killings.
Adoor SI suspended over unholy nexus with history-sheeter
A departmental inquiry found that Mr. Jinu had taken along Sarath, who had been booked under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act, to assist the police team in apprehending an accused
IOCL to invest 2,449 cr in Kochi-Kanyakumari-Thoothukudi gas pipeline
The 424.5-km pipeline will have a capacity of 6.84 mscmd and transport regasified LNG from the Kochi terminal to key demand centres in Kerala and Tamil Nadu
Why Mangaluru Railways Was Shifted Out Of Kerala
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday said the decision to shift the Mangaluru railway area from Kerala's Palakkad division to the Mysuru division of South Western Railway was taken to address operational difficulties arising from the region being handled by three
First GIGON resting hub for gig workers in Keralam to open in Thiruvananthapuram
Minister for Labour Bindhu Krishna will inaugurate the GIGON wellness hub near the Press Club in the capital city on September 23; the facility will address a long-standing demand of gig and platform workers unions for designated resting areas and washrooms
'It Was So Hard': Rashmika Mandanna Reveals She Was Asked To Jump Off A 90-Foot Waterfall For Mysaa
Recalling a time when they were shooting in the forests of Kerala, Rashmika revealed that a single misstep could have led to a serious injury
Rashmika Reveals She Was Asked To Jump Off A 90-Foot Waterfall For Mysaa
Recalling a time when they were shooting in the forests of Kerala, Rashmika revealed that a single misstep could have led to a serious injury
17 injured as giant honeybees swarm KSRTC bus near Gavi in Keralam
The incident occurred around 11 a.m. near Kozhikanam, close to the Vallakkadavu checkpost in Vandiperiyar, within the Periyar Tiger Reserve
Kerala Government Confirms No Funding for Sixth Edition of Lok Kerala Sabha
The Kerala government has denied funding for the sixth edition of Lok Kerala Sabha, maintaining distance from the previous administrations approach. Kerala Government Confirms No Funding for Sixth Edition of Lok Kerala Sabha
Centre acting as per NGT order: Ktaka BJP on Kasturirangan report
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 21 (IANS) The Central government has issued a notification to implement the Kasturirangan report as per the National Green Tribunal (NGT) order and has not taken a voluntary decision on its own, senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka said on Monday. Speaking in the Legislative Assembly during a special session called to discuss the Kasturirangan report and drought, Ashoka advised the state government to conduct a ground-level survey and appoint competent lawyers to make a convincing case in court. He warned that implementation of the report would cause great hardship to farmers. Ashoka said Congress ministers should stop claiming the Prime Minister issued the order, stressing that there should be no politics in this. He added that the NDA government had not issued the order, which was based on court directions. He suggested Karnataka follow Keralas model, where the government conducted a ground-level survey, identified plantations and houses, and submitted a report to the NGT and Centre, which reduced the extent of the ecologically sensitive area. Ashoka pointed out that Karnataka has 1,576 villages covering 20,668 sq km under the ecologically sensitive area mentioned in the Kasturirangan report, the largest among states. He said satellite imagery had wrongly classified fields and coffee plantations as forest, creating problems for lakhs of farmers in ten districts. He noted that lack of coordination between the Forest and Revenue departments was preventing road construction in villages. Even if a bridge collapses in the monsoon, it cannot be repaired; electricity connections cannot be given. If the Forest Department creates a buffer zone, difficulties will increase further, he said. Ashoka urged the government to prepare a ground-level survey report, submit it to the Centre and NGT, and appoint lawyers with environmental expertise to argue in the Supreme Court. He cautioned that if the state government failed to act, the NGT would direct the Centre to implement the report. Highlighting the importance of the Western Ghats, Ashoka said the region covers 1,64,280 sq km across six states, absorbs 40 lakh tonnes of carbon, and is home to eight biodiversity hotspots and more than 325 species. He recalled that the Madhav Gadgil Committee, formed in 2010, had recommended stringent restrictions. Still, protests led to the constitution of the Kasturirangan Committee, which suggested declaring 37 per cent (59,940 sq km) as ecologically sensitive. Ashoka said the Goa Foundation has been pressing for implementation of the Gadgil report and has approached the Supreme Court. He noted that the NGT has directed that the 2017 notification should not be altered and the Centre has issued notifications multiple times as per tribunal directions. He added that the Centre has now formed a committee headed by Sanjay Kumar, with a term till 2027.
Death Toll Rises to Nine in Kerala Floods as Chief Minister Visits Affected Areas
Keralas death toll from recent floods reaches nine. Chief Minister VD Satheesan visits affected areas to pay respects. Death Toll Rises to Nine in Kerala Floods as Chief Minister Visits Affected Areas
Kerala PSC Operator Final Answer Key 2026 - Download PDF at keralapsc.gov.in
Check the Kerala PSC Operator Final Answer Key 2026 for Kerala Water Authority (Question Paper Code 077/2026, exam held 14 August 2026). See all 100 answers for booklet codes A, B, C and D, the deleted questions, and how to match your OMR answers.
TMC's Saket Gokhale targets CEC, asks where he was registered as voter during 2002-03 SIR
In a post on X, Gokhale, a former Rajya Sabha MP, said Kumar is shown as a voter in Delhi's electoral roll, registered as Gyanesh Kumar, son of Subodh Kumar. He said Kumar was born in Uttar Pradesh, is a Kerala cadre officer, and has done postings in Delhi.
Railway works worth over 20,000 crore under way in Kerala, says Vaishnaw
Mangaluru to stay in SWR zone; land acquisition lag holding up several sanctioned lines and doubling projects
Oyster Renewable commissions 10 MW solar project for Aster Medcity in Kerala
The ground-mounted project, located at Ambalathara and adjoining villages in Hosdurg Taluka, Kasargod district, is expected to generate about 17.7 million units (MUs) of clean energy annually
City cycle project out of track in Kozhikode
The project was launched in 2024 at a total cost of Rs.1.75 crore. Promotion of womens health and affordable mode of transport were some of the projected goals of the project under various local body wards in Kozhikode city.
No sixth Loka Kerala Sabha as CM Satheesan rules out programme
No sixth Loka Kerala Sabha as CM Satheesan rules out programmes revival Thiruvananthapuram: The V.D. Satheesan government has ruled out holding the Loka Kerala Sabha in its existing format, making it clear that there is no change in the UDF governments decision to discontinue the controversial platform set up by the previous LDF regime. The [] The post No sixth Loka Kerala Sabha as CM Satheesan rules out programmes revival appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
VD Satheesan Stands Firm on Discontinuing Loka Kerala Sabha
Loka Kerala Sabha (LKS) is a platform created by the Keralam government for the cultural, socio-political and economic integration of the Non-Resident Keralites across the world with their home state
Kerala plantation sector faces divergent fortunes amid climate, trade pressures
Higher prices for rubber and coffee offset by pressure on tea and cardamom, APK Chairman says
Kerala University Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Controller of Examinations and Registrar Posts
Kerala University has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for Controller of Examinations and Registrar posts. The online application process will be closed on 03-10-2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website, keralauniversity.ac.in.
School Holiday Alert: Are Schools Closed in Rajasthan, Kerala, and Assam Today?
Are schools closed today, September 21, 2026? Check the latest updates on school holidays in Rajasthan, Kerala, and Assam due to state-specific festivals. Get details on exam schedules and bank closures.
UDF has no plans to revive Loka Kerala Sabha in LDF-era format: Satheesan
CM says discontinuing Loka Kerala Sabha is a political decision of UDF and that there has been no change in its position
Monsoon revival brings relief to Keralam; more rain likely from September 23
After nearly two weeks of summer-like conditions, southwest monsoon has regained strength over Kerala, aided by the weather system in the Bay of Bengal
Landslide In Idukki Leaves People Dead
A landslide struck Kottakamboor in Vattavada, Idukki, Kerala, leaving people dead and another critically injured. The incident triggered concern in the area, with further details awaited.
Keralas Chief Minister Faces Decision on Investigation into Former CM Pinarayi Vijayan
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PM Modi has increased Keralas railway allocation 10-fold to Rs 3,795 crore in FY27: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday said that railway allocation for Kerala has increased nearly ten-fold under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government, rising from Rs 372 crore in 2014 to Rs 3,795 crore in FY 2026-27. Sharing details after meeting Members of Parliament from Kerala, the minister said the higher investment is translating into major infrastructure projects, capacity expansion and improved passenger connectivity across the state. Met with MPs from Kerala. We discussed the development of the railway network in the state. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has increased the allocation for Kerala 10 times to Rs 3,795 crores in FY26-27. This amount was just Rs 372 crores in 2014, he said in a post on social media platform X. The minister also addressed concerns regarding railway operations in Mangaluru, noting that the railway area had earlier been divided across three different zones, creating operational challenges. We discussed the operational issues in Mangaluru. The Mangaluru railway area was divided into three different zones, which was creating serious operational problems. The decision to keep Mangaluru in SWR will solve the operational problems, Vaishnaw noted. Vaishnaw said Kerala has witnessed significant railway infrastructure development over the past 12 years. The state's railway network has achieved 100 per cent electrification, while several doubling and gauge-conversion projects have been completed. He added that 131 road overbridges and underpasses have been constructed, and 16 stations have already been redeveloped under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. The minister said the momentum is continuing, with railway projects worth more than Rs 20,000 crore currently under execution in Kerala. These include nine multitracking and new-line projects, 145 road overbridges and underpasses, and redevelopment works at 19 stations. According to Vaishnaw, six major doubling and gauge-conversion projects covering 670 kilometres have been completed in the state since 2014 at a cost of Rs 4,316 crore. He said these projects have significantly enhanced railway capacity and connectivity across Kerala. The focus is on building greater capacity and enabling smoother, more efficient railway operations across Kerala, the minister noted.
Calicut FC player dies in bike crash, teammate critically injured, Keralam CM condoles
Digital Desk | Kozhikode Sep 21 (IANS) Football in Kerala was plunged into grief after Calicut FC defender Rijohn Jose, 29, died in a bike accident in Kozhikode late Sunday night, just days before the start of the new Super League Kerala season. Rijohn, a native of Thrissur, was travelling with his Calicut FC teammate Gani Ahmed Nigam when their bike collided with another motorcycle near the flyover close to Malabar Christian College at around 10 p.m. Both players were seriously injured and rushed to hospital. Rijohn succumbed to his injuries during treatment in the early hours of Monday. Calicut Football FC said Rijohn's public viewing will be held today at EMS Corporation Stadium, Calicut, from 2:30 PM to 3:00 PM. Keralam Chief Minister Office alo condoled the the death of young football via X post. Rijo, the key player of the Calicut FC team that won the first Super League Kerala in 2024, was a talent who made outstanding contributions to the football scene in Kerala. He, who donned boots for various prominent clubs in the country, met with an untimely demise while preparing for the new Super League season. We pray that Gani Ahmed, the footballer who was involved in the accident with Rijo and is currently undergoing treatment, recovers swiftly, the post read. Sharing in the grief of Rijo Jose's family members, friends, and sports enthusiasts. Our respects. Gani, who suffered serious head injuries, was initially admitted to a private hospital and was later shifted to Kozhikode Medical College Hospital for specialised treatment, and his condition is being monitored. The tragedy came at a particularly painful time for Calicut FC, which was in intensive preparations for its opening Super League Kerala match. Super League Kerala is deeply saddened by the passing of Rijohn Jose of Calicut FC. Our heartfelt condolences to his family, his teammates, Calicut FC, and everyone who knew him, Super League Kerala posted on X. The team had been training at the JDT Ground in Vellimadukunnu ahead of its much-awaited opening fixture against Thiruvananthapuram Kombans at the EMS Corporation Stadium in Kozhikode on Saturday. Rijohn was an important member of the Calicut FC squad and played as a defender. He had previously represented Forca Kochi and FC Kerala and had also turned out for clubs including FC Deccan, Wayanad United. Gani Ahmed Nigam is also a familiar name in Kerala football. He represented Kerala in the last Santosh Trophy and was part of the Calicut FC squad for the Super League Kerala season. According to police, the two were returning to their accommodation after training when the accident occurred. Their motorcycle collided with another bike coming from the opposite direction. The impact threw the riders onto the road. Local residents and police rushed the injured to hospital soon after the accident. Kozhikode City Police have registered a case and begun an investigation into the circumstances leading to the collision. Rijohn's sudden death has left his teammates and the Calicut FC management devastated. The Kerala Football Association and the club expressed their deep sorrow over the death of the young footballer, who had emerged as a promising player in Indian domestic football. With the Super League Kerala season due to begin within days, the death has cast a pall of grief over the tournament and Kerala's football community.
Aravana shortage at Sabarimala: Action will be taken after discussion with CM, says K. Muraleedharan
Devaswom Minister says the government 'cannot sit idle' in the matter as it has certain responsibilities and was considering informing Kerala High Court about its concerns regarding the shortage of the prasadam
