Food and Civil Supplies Minister Anoop Jacob says measures are on to control food prices andensure availability of essential commodities during Onam season
Popees Accelerates North India Expansion with Launch of 112th Global Store in Zirakpur, Punjab
Popees Baby Care, one of India's leading baby care brands, has accelerated its North India expansion with the inauguration of its 112th retail store globally at Zirakpur, Punjab. The new outlet represents the company's second store in North India , following its successful Chandigarh launch, and signals its commitment to building a stronger retail presence across the region. Strategically located at Pooja Plazzio on the Ambala-Chandigarh Expressway , the store was inaugurated by Mr. Bhuvnesh Haritash of Trinetra International . Popees Baby Care marks its entry into Punjab with the grand launch of its first-ever store in Zirakpur, expanding its global footprint The new outlet offers Popees' complete portfolio of premium baby care solutions, including infant apparel, newborn essentials, diapers, wipes, skincare and bath products, organic baby care items and sustainable bamboo-based clothing, catering to children from birth to four years of age. Commenting on the expansion, Shaju Thomas, Founder & CMD, Popees Baby Care , said, "North India represents one of our key growth markets. The encouraging customer response to our Chandigarh store has strengthened our confidence in the region. The launch of our Zirakpur outlet is another important step in making Popees more accessible to families while expanding our retail footprint in high-potential markets." Founded in 2003, Popees has evolved into one of India's most trusted baby care brands through its unwavering commitment to quality, safety and innovation. Every product undergoes 28 rigorous quality checks , ensuring the highest standards for infants and toddlers. With 112 stores across India and the Middle East, Popees continues to pursue an ambitious retail expansion strategy backed by product innovation and customer-centric growth. The company has already identified Karnal and Yamuna Nagar as its next destinations in North India, further strengthening its vision of making safe, premium and affordable baby care products easily accessible to families across the country. About Popees Baby Care Founded in 2003, Popees Baby Care is one of India's leading baby care brands, offering a comprehensive range of products designed for infants and toddlers. The company manufactures and retails baby apparel, newborn essentials, diapers, wipes, bath and skincare products, organic baby care solutions, and eco-friendly bamboo-based products. Renowned for its commitment to quality, safety and comfort, every Popees product undergoes 28 stringent quality checks before reaching consumers. Headquartered in Kerala, Popees has grown into a trusted brand with a strong retail presence across India and the Middle East. With 109 stores globally and a rapidly expanding footprint, the company continues to make safe, affordable and high-quality baby care products accessible to families through its extensive retail network and digital platforms. www.popees.com .
Boat clubs in Kerala shift into high gear as Kuttanad readies for famed Nehru Trophy Boat Race
Nehru Trophy Boat Race (NTBR) is set to be held on Punnamada Lake in Alappuzha on August 22. The marquee event also marks the opening leg of Champions Boat League
This 8-year-old climbed North Africa's highest peak: What parents can takeaway
Eight-year-old Iya Krish from Kerala scaled North Africa's highest peak, Mount Toubkal. Her father nurtured her passion for mountains through gradual hikes and local training. The family postponed an earlier summit attempt due to harsh winter conditions. Iya's determination to continue despite exhaustion showed her inner strength. This story highlights how allowing children to face challenges builds resilience and confidence.
Four schoolboys in Kerala booked after visuals of alleged assault on minor go viral
Police say a verbal dispute over leaving a tap open led to the assault that took place near Muvattupuzha
Four years after a migrants death in Kerala, a family in Odisha still bear the burden
A delayed legal battle, mounting poverty and a childhood cut short underscore the hidden cost of migrant worker deaths
Chief Ministers remarks criticised as sexist and propagating gender stereotypes
Man Dies Of Brain Fever In Kerala
Officials said Biju's condition deteriorated on Monday and he succumbed to the infection while undergoing treatment
Finance department repeats advice about dropping uneconomical schemes and 'perhaps deferment of certain measures, including maintenance expenditure, which can be postponed
Kerala: Student Assault Caught on Video; Four Minors Booked
The complainant was allegedly restrained by the four students, verbally abused and assaulted outside the school compound
Oil mill gutted in massive fire in Kerala's Kozhikode
Blaze brought under control after eight hours. Preliminary findings suggest the fire originated in an area where copra was stored
70 and counting, abandoned quarries continue to pose safety threats in Keralas Ernakulam district
Night-long battle as fire razes Kerala coconut oil mill
A major coconut oil mill in Kozhikode was completely destroyed by a massive fire. Firefighters battled the blaze for over eight hours to bring it under control. Preliminary findings suggest the fire originated in the copra storage area near the dryers. The mill owners estimated the total loss of property to be over seven crore rupees. Cooling operations continued on Monday to prevent any reignition of the fire.
Court asks Guruvayur Devaswom panel to adhere to Kerala Captive Elephants (Management and Maintenance) Rules, 2012; demands a progress report by September 2; directives made while considering a petition alleging gross inadequacy in facilities
Finding land biggest challenge for Kozhikode Corporations stray dog shelter project
The project envisages small shelters at multiple locations, but animal welfare bodies caution that land availability and local opposition could hamper implementation
Railway revises redevelopment deadlines for ERS, ERN stations
Projects have been pushed to 2028 after the Railway terminated contracts over missed timelines and initiated fresh tenders; passenger groups press for better amenities during the redevelopment
Two held with suspected MDMA in Keralas Kochi
Human-wildlife conflict escalates across Kannur
Fresh incidents reported from Aralam, Kolayad, and Sreekandapuram highlight the growing threat to lives, agriculture, and livestock in forest-fringe villages
Road rage ends in alleged assault of 3 youths in Keralas Kochi
Samasthas power equation hinges on choice of new general secretary
The death of Alikutty Musliarr has triggered a contest between the IUML-aligned faction and the Shajara group, which regards the IUML as just another political party, for the post of Samastha general secretary
Neighbours dispute turns fatal, youth hacked to death in Thiruvananthapuram
Within hours of the crime, the City police arrested the prime accused, Pradeep, 38, along with three otheraccomplices
Govt firm on 50% merit quota for Pharm D admissions: Minister
Challenging the governments decision, the Kerala State SelfFinancing Pharmacy College Management Association has approached the High Court, seeking permission to continue admissions to all Pharm D seats independently
Kerala Chief Minister calls on Catholicos at Devalokam
Rights panel directs Corpn. to prepare action plan for mosquito-control in Kochi
Encroachment on government land on the rise in Idukkis Wagamon
Large real estate groups have reportedly purchased nearly 25 acres of land on the meadows, a main tourist attraction in Wagamon, to carry out constructions
NHAI begins relocating unscientifically located bus stops on Edappally-Aroor bypass
The NHAI has begun shifting bus stops located near U-turns and entrances to side roads. The initiative is aimed at easing traffic snarls and preventing accidents along the Edappally-Aroor bypass
Kerala Farmers Indoor Saffron Breakthrough Signals New Chapter Beyond Kashmir
SRINAGAR: After a series of successful experiments demonstrating that saffron can be cultivated indoors in Indias plains under controlled climatic conditions, another breakthrough has emergedthis time from Kerala. A progressive farmer from Thrissur has successfully produced high-quality saffron planting material by recreating Kashmirs climatic conditions in an automated indoor facility, signalling the expanding potential of []
Kollam District Development Committee in Kerala urges speedy execution of projects
31 arrested, 97 wanted persons detained in massive Thiruvananthapuram Rural Police crackdown
The operation, spearheaded by District Police Chief (Thiruvananthapuram Rural) Prasanthan Kani, resulted in multiple cases getting registered against those involved in the sale of prohibited tobacco products
Rapid Response Teams, field staff, and forest watchers are documenting elephants that repeatedly stray into human settlements through photographs, videos, and field reports, says Forest department official
As per details of pending cases against sitting or former MPs and MLAs submitted by the District Judiciary before the Kerala High Court, Thiruvananthapuram has the highest number of cases, followed by Kasaragod and Kannur
Kerala Police issue warning against cyber fraud using fake KTDC hotel booking websites
Fraudsters are primarily targeting users who search on Google using keywords such as 'KTDC Stay,' 'KTDC Hotels,' 'KTDC Booking' and 'KTDC Resort.' The fake websites are designed to closely resemble the official KTDC website, making it difficult for the public to distinguish between genuine and fraudulent platforms
Kodiyathur panchayat member dies in accident
Kerala MLA Sudhakaran alleges Congress-CPI(M) nexus in Alappuzha
NSS objects to employment exchange route for temporary appointments in Kerala schools
Govt. circular requires managements of aided educational institutions to make appointments to temporary vacancies, including leave vacancies, only from the list provided by the exchange. NSS says the authority to make all appointments in an aided school is vested with the manager
Crackdown on illegal parking outside Keralas Kottayam railway station
Five-member expert committee visits STP sites
The five-member team also visited some of the polluted canals and localities in the city that lacked proper sewage management systems
Case registered based on the Kerala leaders complaint. The six accused named in the FIR are Janam TV, Karma News, Daily Hunt, Bharat Live, Janmabhumi daily, and Kannur evening daily Sudhinam
Kerala Congress urges Centre to take steps for a new Mullaperiyar dam
Two-day State leadership camp of Kerala Congress held at Charalkunnu in Pathanamthitta on Friday (July 24, 2026) and Saturday (July 25, 2026)
67 amphibian and 76 reptile species found in Shendurney survey
Though separate surveys of amphibians and reptiles have been held earlier, this is the time that a combined amphibian-reptile survey was conducted across four days this month.
Two Held for Trying To Scam Kerala MLAs With Fake Ministership Offers
Rajkumar alleged that the accused had misused his identity and the name of the MP's office in an attempt to cheat the public representatives by demanding money from them
He says the country witnessed question paper leaks on five different occasions, and Dharmendra Pradhan should have accepted moral responsibility and resigned immediately after the first such incident
KSRTC to hire private buses during festival seasons to meet the increased travel demand, says Minister, who adds that the corporation had not purchased new buses over the past 10 years, leaving much of its fleet outdated
Two held for impersonating Congress leader Priyanka Gandhis aide in cyber fraud case
Elathur MLA Vidya Balakrishnan had received a phone call on July 6 from a person claiming to be the private secretary of the Wayanad MP, offering her a Cabinet Ministers post in exchange for 3 crore. Growing suspicious, the MLA contacted the MPs office, which confirmed it was a scam
What makes the ESCO model attractive is that entities can implement energy efficiency improvement projects without upfront capital investment. The Energy Service Company undertakes the investment and implementation of the selected energy efficiency measures, and the project cost is recovered from the verified energy cost savings that are generated
One killed, over 30 injured as bus overturns in Keralas Kuttippuram
According to local residents, the bus travelling from Thrissur to Kozhikode was speeding when the driver lost control
Ivory and tush missing from eight dead wild elephants of Malayattoor, Vazhachal forests of Kerala
However, the SIT ruled out any possibility of any deliberate or accidental human-caused mortality, namely poaching, poisoning, weapon injuries, or anthropogenic interference in the elephant deaths.
One Dead, 26 Injured As Private Bus Overturns in Keralas Kuttippuram
Visuals of the accident site showed the bus crashing at high speed and lying on its back, nearly bent in the middle, atop a concrete barrier on the roadside with its undercarriage ripped away
Kerala Minister Warns Action Against KSRTC Staff Issuing Free Tickets to Men
Responding to recent reports that some conductors had allegedly issued zero-value tickets meant for women beneficiaries to male passengers, the minister said such malpractice would not be tolerated
Kerala approves over 73,000new priority ration cards
Food and Civil Supplies Minister Anoop Jacob announces allnewly approved priority ration card holders will begin receiving free rations from August 3
According to the Forest department, KM1 regularly breaches various protective barriers installed along the forest boundary to enter in habitat areas
Illegal Stock of 1,360 Urea Bags Seized in Kerala, Probe Launched
The seized urea was meant exclusively for agricultural purposes and is supplied to farmers at highly subsidised rates. Its sale and use for commercial purposes are prohibited
Kerala Govt Orders Capture of Wild Jumbo Causing Trouble in Aralam Farm Area
Kerala Environment Minister Sunny Joseph said that the government took the decision as the elephant, KM1, has been entering the farm area and terrorising nearby rehabilitation colony for some time
Historic Victory Says Kerala CM V D Satheesan
The Chief Minister credited opposition leader Rahul Gandhi and other parties for standing firmly with the students.
Man gets 15 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting minor in Kerala
Kerala government dissolves board of Milmas Thiruvananthapuram union
Dairy Development department has reportedly cited certain ongoing investigations as a reason behind the move
PC Musthafa overcame failing Class 6 and dropping out of school after a teacher's encouragement inspired him to return to education. He went on to graduate from NIT Calicut and later earned a management degree from IIM Bangalore before leaving a successful corporate career to pursue entrepreneurship. Musthafa co-founded iD Fresh Food, which has since grown into one of India's leading fresh food brands and is reportedly valued at over Rs 4,000 crore.
Victory marches, solidarity meets, and public gatherings were held at different parts of the city, with participants calling for accountability in the NEET question paper leak
Elephant attack: narrow escape for man and his daughter
Their injuries were minor and X-rays revealed no fractures
Fitness trainer, aide held for running courier-based drug network in Thrissur
Police seize hybrid cannabis, ganja and MDMA; narcotics allegedly shipped as textile parcels; fitness trainer has previous narcotics cases registered against him, aid is accused in a murder case
Dharmendra Pradhans resignation was inevitable, says Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan
Leader of the Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan, MPs Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, K.C. Venugopal and CPI(M) general secretary hail the resignation of the Minister following students protests across India over the NEET question paper leak
Idukki cops suspended after lab report confirms they were drunk on duty
The suspended officers are Sub-Inspector Roy Sukumaran and Civil Police Officer (CPO) Jijo Antony, both attached to the Karimannur police station
Geologist killed in Sikkim tunnel accident cremated in Kottayam
The funeral was held on Saturday evening after members of the public paid their last respects
Kerala government reconstitutes Mahatma Gandhi University Syndicate
The delay in reconstituting the syndicate had triggered discontent among pro-UDF sections within the university, particularly as the absence of a functional Syndicate had stalled several key academic and administrative decisions
Priyanka Gandhi visits Kalladi debris slip site
Keralam: Travancrore Devaswom Board Names Brahmadathan As New Sabarimala Tantri
Brahmadathan is current Tantri Kandararu Rajeevaru Son: Reports
Guruvayur temple to introduce virtual queue for devotees twice a week from August 4
The temple will permit 300 devotees every hour through the virtual queue, enabling around 2,400 people to have darshan each day under the system.
Through the initiative, the State government plans to unlock Keralas space economy potential by encouraging private satellite manufacturing and launching enterprises to set up shop
Political parties, Hindu groups divided over Kerala High Court ban on meetings at Thekkinkadu Maidan
Most political parties favour appeal against verdict while Hindu organisations back ruling prioritising temple rituals at Cochin Devaswom Board meeting. BJP says temple rituals should not be disrupted but a solution should be found to ensure a public place for people
TCCI urges immediate FCI market intervention to prevent rise in rice prices
The chamber has urged the FCI to release rice stocks under the open market sale scheme to stabilise prices and ensure sufficient supply.
Minister Shibu Baby John issues directives for complaint-free operations of IRE and KMML
The Minister instructed that both PSUs must resolve pressing local challenges, including land disputes and coastal erosion, while carrying out their operations.
UDF coordination committee in Kerala to meet on July 30
It will discuss appointments to corporations, boards, says UDF convener Adoor Prakash
Governance crisis deepens at Mahatma Gandhi University in Kerala as Syndicate remains non-functional
According to its members, it has been more than two months since the universitys highest executive body last met; files relating to hundreds of students have remained pending, while matters requiring Syndicate approval continue to pile up
Researchers look at biomarkers which can predict dengue severity
Researchers at the Institute of Advanced Virology in the capital are now engaged in a large prospective study of 2,000 dengue patients to study the critical biomarkers or its combinations that can predict dengue complications and severity.
Basic structure of Constitution stands in the way of what RSS wants, says N. Ram
Ram says RSS has long viewed the Constitution as incompatible with its majoritarian vision. He warned that ongoing attacks on constitutional principles threaten the integrity of the Republic.
Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala to look into case over Vedan meet backing student protests
The event, attended by activists and celebrities including rapper Hirandas Murali, has faced scrutiny after the Ernakulam Town South police charged one organiser and 99 participants with unlawful assembly and obstruction of public way.
Land acquisition for rail projects moves at snails pace in Kerala
So far, only 78 hectares (13%) have been acquired, leaving 540 hectares (87%) still to be obtained, which delays rail infrastructure development.
Pinarayi Vijayan rejects allegations linking him to Exalogic case
Pinarayi Vijayan rejects claims made by S.N. Sasidharan Kartha, the former MD of CMRL, that payments were made to T. Veena due to her relationship with the then CM.
Waqf Board row: State blatantly surrenders to Sangh Parivars agenda, says Pinarayi Vijayan
Mr. Vijayan criticised Chief Minister V.D. Satheeshans attempt to portray those opposing the governments decision as communalists and proponents of minority appeasement
Kozhikode Keltron unit drives affordable healthcare with 8,000 hearing aid
Keltron received a fresh injection of 1 crore earmarked in the States latest budget
Former MLA and IUML leader T.P.M. Sahir dies
He was undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Kozhikode due to age-related ailments
PhD student from Karnataka found dead in pond on Kerala Agricultural University campus Deccan Herald
Vizhinjam seaport gets final Customs clearance for EXIM operations
Vizhinjam International Seaport secured Customs approval for EXIM operations. Final approval allows the port to commence cargo operations from August 18, 2026. Import operations will be restricted to Full Container Load containers for Direct Port Delivery. Export operations will focus on factory-stuffed, self-sealed FCL containers. This marks a significant milestone for Kerala's maritime and logistics hub ambitions.
Kerala Plus Two SAY Result 2026 declared at results.hse.kerala.gov.in, scorecards available here
The Kerala Plus Two SAY and Improvement Examination Results 2026 have been declared on July 25, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Students can access their provisional scorecards through official result portals using their register number and date of birth. The examinations were conducted from June 29 to July 3, 2026, with around one lakh students participating. The SAY exams offered students an opportunity to clear pending subjects or improve marks after the March 2026 board examinations.
Kerala HC denies parole to rape convict; says it would send wrong message to society
The Kerala High Court denied parole to a man convicted of rape. He sought leave to attend his wife's post-funeral ceremony. The court cited the grave nature of the offences committed. Granting parole would send a wrong message to society, it stated. Maximum leniency was already shown by allowing funeral attendance.
Currently, television ratings agencies have yet to register under the enhanced government policy, which includes tough compliance measures such as appointing independent directors to BARC's board. The Kerala High Court has removed its stay on the landing-page provision, but it appears that the resumption of television viewership data will not occur anytime soon.
Bus driver booked for allegedly trying to assault lawyer
Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar arrested in Delhi on complaint of Kerala House official
There was an altercation between Mr. Kumar and the Resident Commissioner called the Delhi Police asking them to remove Mr. Kumar from the premises, a source said; Kerala House is located in Jantar Mantar Road where the students protest is going on
Kafir screenshot case: SIT arrests DYFI leader Ribesh Ramakrishnan
SIT had arraigned Ribesh as the second accused in the case pertaining to the distribution of a fabricated image that allegedly aimed to undermine LDF candidate K.K. Shailaja ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
Minister describes the move as mistimed and adds that the people will reject it
