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The NCDC amendment Bill, which amends the National Co-operative Development Corporation Act, 1962, was also passed by the Lok Sabha on Tuesday.
Pravasi trust calls for tapping NRI savings for Keralas growth
In its memorandum to Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan, the trust suggests raising funds from NRKs for the proposed high-speed railway between Thiruvananthapuram and Kasaragod through a secured, redeemable and tax-free non-convertible bond
Kerala To Become Keralam, Now BJP MP Wants Bengal Renamed Paschim Banga
Participating in a debate in the Rajya Sabha on the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026, which proposes to rename Kerala as Keralam, Bhattacharya welcomed it, saying the people of the southern state have struggled for the change for decades.
Messi event row: govt. may order probe
Kerala government sanctions 30 crore for settling post-matric scholarship dues
Spurious cosmetics worth 9.64 lakh seized in Thiruvananthapuram
The 38-year-old choir in Thiruvananthapuram, formed in memory of legendary musician MB Sreenivasan, has several patriotic songs in its repertoire, in multiple regional languages
Man, fiancee found dead hours apart in Kerala
They were scheduled to get married in December
Scenic Muthanga to Mudumalai Forest Drive
Into the wild, where every turn brings a new view.The route from Muthanga to Bandipur, Masinagudi and Mudumalai takes you through the lush forests of Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, offering stunning landscapes and the chance to spot wildlife along the way
Concerns Raised Over Media Ownership by Rajeev Chandrasekhar in Kerala
Thiruvananthapuram, August 12: Rajeev Chandrasekhar, the President of the Kerala BJP, has expressed serious concerns regarding the ownership and control of media organizations by individuals facing criminal charges and serious allegations. He stated that such trends pose a threat to democracy and undermine the credibility of the fourth estate. Chandrasekhars remarks come at a time ... Read more Concerns Raised Over Media Ownership by Rajeev Chandrasekhar in Kerala
Ex-cop held for allegedly smashing womans car windshield in Kochi
Rajya Sabha passes Bills to change Keralas name, strengthen NCDC
The Lok Sabha passed the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026, on August 11. The Kerala Assembly passed a resolution in 2024, urging the Centre to bring a law to change the name of the State to Keralam
Shortage of Onam special trains in Malabar: Kozhikode MP meets Railway Minister
Over 80% of the announced special services are focussed on south Kerala, while very few have been allocated to the Malabar region, says M.K. Raghavan
Opposition accuses UDF government of 'undeclared social media emergency' in Kerala
LDF accuses government of removing several posts as well as news reports related to the arrest of Youth Congress leaders on synthetic drug peddling charges
Five booked for restaurant brawl in Keralas Malappuram
Heavy monsoon and sea surges batter Kollam beach
Despite the escalating crisis, a multi-crore coastal protection initiative designed to halt the erosion remains caught in administrative limbo. Initiated four years ago by the Kerala Coastal Development Corporation, the project relies on offshore geo-tube technology to break wave energy underwater and promote natural sand accumulation
Kerala govt. to appoint special public prosecutor in K.M. Basheer death case
Opposition slams Thiruvananthapuram Corporation Mayor V.V.Rajesh over claims regarding U.S. trip
Kerala Police reconstitute team probing attack on ED officials
Investigation has entered its final stages and a large team is no longer considered necessary. Most of the accused have already secured bail, while the focus of the investigation has shifted to the alleged conspiracy behind the attack
KFDC bid to enhance ecotousism experience for tourists
Agency has started training eco-guides on the flora and fauna of the region to enhance ecotourism standards. The training initiative kicked off at Meeshapulimala, a popular destination in Munnar
Chief Minister releases critic M. Leelvathis Bharathalokam
Writer lauded for coming up with her own version of the characters and moments in the Mahabharata at the age of 98
With no road, Edamalakkudy man carried on bamboo stretcher for 10 km via dense forest to hospital
The demand of the tribal panchayat residents for a road connecting Koodallarkudy with Anakkulam, following similar incidents last year, remains unmet
Risky vehicle stunt in Kanjirapuzha reservoir in Kerala sparks concern
Welding works spark blast aboard African-bound cargo vessel at Keralas Kollam; one injured
Settlement by parents in rape of minor cannot be sanctioned by law: Kerala High Court
The court observes that such a settlement will not override the States duty to prosecute the offences against children
Vigilance probe ordered into alleged backdoor appointments in Malabar Devaswom Board
Complaint alleges large-scale recruitment without following prescribed procedures, including appointments made without inviting applications or issuing newspaper advertisements in prominent A Grade, Super Grade, Grade 1 and Grade 2 temples under the board
Kudumbashree to roll out 201 Onam sales fairs across Thrissur
District mission to offer festive products, Onam kits and home-delivered sadyas while expanding market access for women entrepreneurs.
KPCTA opposes move to set up Ayush University in Kerala
Decision to appoint a committee for preparing draft legislation taken without prior consultations, alleges KPCTA
NIT-Calicut begins new academic session with 900 PG and PhD scholars
The institute recorded complete seat utilisation across all PG and PhD disciplines, with more than 900 students joining the campus this session
Indias arabica coffee crop may be hit by deficit rain, pest attack
Key coffee regions in Karnataka, Kerala receive uneven rainfall with deficit going up to 61%
As many as 60 freedom fighters were currently living in Kerala, of whom 27 were receiving pension from the Centre and 33 were receiving the States freedom fighters pension
Kerala Police Expands Investigation into Attack on ED Officials
Thiruvananthapuram, August 12: The Kerala Police is expanding its special investigation team in response to an alleged attack on Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials at the residence of CPI(M) leader and former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. The incident occurred during an ED raid on May 27 at Vijayans rented home, where his daughter Veena Vijayan also ... Read more Kerala Police Expands Investigation into Attack on ED Officials
Kerala Feeds Limited despatches free cattle feed to flood-affected dairy farmers
150 sacks of high-quality Kerala Feeds Elite cattle feed, worth an estimated 2,31,000, sent to the affected regions
Parliament passes Bill to rename Kerala as Keralam
New Delhi: Parliament on Wednesday, August 12, passed a bill to rename Kerala as Keralam, with the Rajya Sabha clearing the legislation with a voice vote. The Lok Sabha passed the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026, on Tuesday. The Kerala Assembly passed a resolution in 2024, urging the Centre to bring a law to 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 .
The requests were placed before the Centre as part of the State governments efforts to improve infrastructure in the power sector and ensure long-term energy security
After Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha Passes Bill To Rename Kerala As Keralam
The Kerala Assembly passed a resolution in 2024, urging the Centre to bring a law to change the name of the state to Keralam.
Taste Kerala in Hyderabad: 10 places serving Onam Sadhya
Onam is incomplete without Sadhya, the grand vegetarian feast served on a banana leaf. This traditional Kerala meal brings together rice, curries, pickles, vegetables, pappadam and delicious payasam, offering a true taste of the states rich culinary traditions. And Hyderabad, with its vibrant mix of communities from across India, is no stranger to regional flavours. 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 .
Around 40 Injured As Two Private Buses Collide in Keralas New Mahe
Preliminary investigation suggests that speeding by both buses may have caused the accident, police said
Rajasthan ambulance scam: Kerala HC quashes order for compensation of 5 lakh against BJP leader
The Division Bench of Justices has held that the Additional Sub Court, Ernakulam, had erred in finding that Somaiya had defamed Krishna since he had not sufficiently proved the allegations wrong
Kerala Ayurveda reports consolidated net loss of Rs 7.98 crore in the June 2026 quarter
Sales rise 16.01% to Rs 33.19 crore
Ernakulam native arrested in case relating to BJP leaders death
Police said the investigation followed a suicide note allegedly written by Ratheesh in which Vaishakhs name was mentioned
Coconut oil prices on the boil on Onam demand
Wholesale coconut oil prices are ruling at around 260 a kg, while copra prices have moved up to 168 a kg in Kerala
Finance Department gives in-principal approval for appointment of D. Narayana, former Director, Gulati Institute of Finance and Taxation (GIFT), Kiran Kumar Kakarlapudi, Assistant Professor, GIFT, and M. Parameswaran, Professor, Centre for Development Studies
He said the government merely backed a private sponsors proposal to host the team and Messi in Kerala in 2025.However, it was not party to any agreement between the private sponsor and the Argentine Football Association.The LDF government had neither invested in the project nor taken on any financial responsibility, including as a guarantor
Students with intellectual disability to get 25% grace marks in technical exams
This brings them on par with other categories of persons with disabilities
Study also records five other cascade frog species documented in India for the first time
Kozhikode medical college ranked first in Kerala, 20th nationally in IIRF 2026
The rankings have come at a time when the GMC, Kozhikode, is stepping into its 70th year of existence
Tamil Nadu, in a report, said Kerala has not cooperated with the timely completion of measures to strengthen the baby dam, earth dam and the grouting of the main dam, which were critical for structural safety
Bahubali Dosa Video: Anand Mahindra eyes giant Kerala treat; jokes about drone delivery
Cyber police seize phone used by Arjun Ayanki to post online threats
The recovery assumes significance as Ayanki allegedly told investigators that he himself had posted the controversial messages on social media
Special rapporteur-cum-special monitor to evaluate and advise on issues related to solid waste disposal in the capital city
Kerala Govt Likely to Probe Messi Event Row; Minister Rejects Oppn Claims
The minister said around Rs 14 lakh of government money had been spent, including on the Spain visit, and that this should also be considered a loss
Tata Power SolarRoof crosses 61,000 rooftop solar installations in Kerala
The milestone highlights growing demand for residential solar in Kerala, supported by government incentives and increasing awareness of renewable energy.
HC quashes FCRA orders against 2 NGOs over Vizhinjam stir aid
The Kerala high court has set aside the Centre's decision not to renew the FCRA certificate of two NGOs, accused by central agencies of funding agitations against the Vizhinjam sea port, saying that financial support to a protest cannot be seen as diversion of foreign funds.
Kerala govt may order probe into alleged lapses in Messi event proposal
The UDF government in Kerala is likely to order a probe into alleged irregularities and procedural lapses in the previous LDF government's efforts to bring football legend Lionel Messi and the Argentina team to the state. Indicating the possibility of an investigation, state Sports Minister O J Janeesh on Wednesday rejected former minister V Abdurahiman's defence of the proposal and alleged that government machinery was misused to facilitate financial gains for a private individual. Janeesh said there was no substance in Abdurahiman's claim that the government had not suffered any financial loss in connection with the proposed event. He alleged that official procedures were not followed from the beginning and that there was a lack of transparency in selecting the sponsor and dealing with the proposal. The government machinery was misused for a private event management company. From the Chief Secretary to the district collector, police and Greater Cochin Development Authority (GCDA
Thousands Pay Homage to Ancestors at Various Temples Across Kerala
Where the rituals were performed on beaches, like at Varkala, devotees were not allowed to walk into the sea to drop the offerings or take a dip in it in view of the strong waves
Pinarayi Vijayan urges continued support for families affected by Keralam monsoon disaster
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Kerala governments big desilting push faces scrutiny over Chulliyar project in Palakkad
Chulliyar dam desilting project has come under a cloud over allegations of irregularities in dredging and transportation of sediments and environmental damage
M.P., the indomitable: the man who electrified the imagination of Keralas youth
Despite impressive awareness about environmental sustainability and a rather passive and patchy awareness of the desirability of decentralised governance, Kerala is miles and miles away from the dreams of the likes of M.P.
After public protests, Freshcut poultry-waste unit in Keralas Kozhikode likely to shift operations
Local action committee leaders, who recently resumed their agitation after factory management secured a stay on KSPCBs order, hinted that joint discussions were underway with mediation of peoples representatives and government officials to speed up relocation
Search on for youth missing after boat capsizes in Chaliyar river in Kerala
Although local residents initiated immediate rescue efforts after the accident, their attempts to trace the missing youth proved futile due to poor visibility and deep waters
Kerala HC Sets Aside Denial of FCRA Renewal of 2 NGOs For 'Funding' Vizhinjam Protests
The Kerala High Court has set aside the Centre's decision not to renew the FCRA certificate of two NGOs, accused by central agencies of funding agitations against the Vizhinjam sea port, saying that financial support to a protest cannot be seen
Karkidaka Vavu: Hundreds offer bali tharpanam at Aluva in Keralas Ernakulam
Many, including women and elderly, from various places turned up at the Siva temple premises on the banks of the Periyar River from the morning to perform the ritual. Over 40 balitharas (booths) were set up for the ceremonies
No roar on the muddy track as Maramadi, Keralas bull surfing contest, misses another year
Once a marquee Independence Day event held at Anandappally village in Pathanamthitta, the historic tradition remains off the calendar for a 14th year due to legal battles
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Cooperative Society Steps Up to Support Kerala State Road Transport Corporation with New Bus
Thiruvananthapuram, August 12: A cooperative society has taken significant steps to assist the financially struggling Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC). The organization has decided to purchase a new bus using its welfare fund and donate it to the state transport corporation. The Calicut City Service Cooperative Society has invested approximately 4 million rupees to ... Read more Cooperative Society Steps Up to Support Kerala State Road Transport Corporation with New Bus
Samastha madrasa count rises to 11,134
The newly recognised madrasas are in Bengaluru, Kasaragod, Malappuram, Palakkad, Dindigul, and Tirunelveli
Microfinance scam probe: HC orders appearance of SIT head
Judge expresses grave dissatisfaction over report on progress of investigation
Streetside food stall shut at Vyttila in Kochi
Drinking water samples collected from six shops and sent for testing. Fines amounting to 14,500 imposed on three shops for violations
Kerala High Court questions hiring of bodybuilders who failed physical fitness tests
A petition had sought Vigilance inquiry into the appointment ofbodybuilding champion Chitharesh Natesan and Shinu Chovva to the armed police force
Health inspectors death: family says DMO ignored her condition
B.Tech spot admission in Kerala made more student-friendly
Applicants can report at any of the 12 government and aided colleges for the admission process on August 13
Kerala requests Centre to reduce waiting period for domestic cooking gas supply during Onam
Since there is additional demand during Onam, the undue waiting period enforced will adversely affect families, Minister Anoop Jacob said in a letter to Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri
P.K. Firoz seeks VACB enquiry into the Messi affair
He said an enquiry had revealed grave irregularities as well as the fact that shady financial transactions had taken place on behalf of the LDF government and the AFA
Kerala child rights panel, SGOU to launch certificate, diploma courses
Commission chairperson K.V. Manoj Kumar and SGOU Vice Chancellor Jagathy Raj V.P. sign MoU for courses for child rights and related laws.
K.M. Basheer case: witness identifies victims bike parts and helmet in court
Sajir, an auto-rickshaw driver, who is also the 12th witness in the case, also identified the number plate produced before the court
Finance Commission chairman Arvind Panagariya advises Kerala to make good policy choices
He says the Vizhinjam international seaports ability to boost the economy can be exploited better with some imaginative thinking
Why Messi didn't visit Kerala? Sports department tells govt in 'highly confidential manner'
Messi visit row: Kerala sports department submits probe report to government
Messi visit row: Kerala sports department submits probe report to government
Kerala report identifies irregularities in LDF Messi exhibition match plan
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Why Messi's Kerala Visit Never Happened: Report Submitted To Govt
The Kerala Sports Department has submitted its confidential inquiry report regarding the controversy surrounding the proposed visit of football legend Lionel Messi and the Argentina team to the state during the previous government's tenure.
Lionel Messis Kochi visit fabricated to launder black money: Shiyas
MLA seeks scrutiny of financial dealings of then Sports Minister V. Abdurahiman. The clandestine deal was conducted without the knowledge of the All India Football Federation or the Kerala Football Association, he alleges
Former Kerala Minister Ganesh Kumars festering dispute with NSS leadership erupts in public domain
Ganesh Kumar, who was dropped from the NSS director board following internal disputes in June, launches an oblique attack against the social organisations general secretary G. Sukumaran Nair, accusing the incumbent leadership of corruption, nepotism and misplaced notions of one-upmanship
In a first, two tribal representatives included in State Wildlife Board
Aimed at ensuring tribal participation and integrating their traditional wisdom into forest management
A scientist who took science to the streets: Kerala bids farewell to M.P. Parameswaran
Tributes pour in from across the political and intellectual spectrum as colleagues, friends and admirers remember the nuclear scientist, science communicator and public intellectual.
Kerala CPI(M) State secretary accuses CMO of harbouring synthetic drug peddlers
CPI(M) State secretary M.V. Govindan says police inadvertently arrested Youth Congress leaders Muhammad Hussien and P.A. Abdul Salam and P. Abbas based on anonymous information without realising their political heft.He alleges that the accused managed Chief Ministers social media handles, including the dissemination of social media reels lionising Satheesan

