Chennithala admits lapses by police in Cheranalloor car crash case. Opposition stages walkout in protest against denial of discussion, suspending House proceedings
Controversy centres on sequencing of seat allotments undertaken by LBS Centre for Science and Technology. Advocacy groups approach State govt alleging that lapses have disenfranchised marginalised aspirants from higher-tier seat upgrades
Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala had directed ADGP P. Vijayan to visit Cheranalloor police station and examine alleged lapses. Minister has admitted in Assembly the police erred in the case
Kerala Enjoys Distinctive Recognition for Ayurveda in India and Abroad: Bhatti
Bhatti Vikramarka said health does not merely mean the absence of disease. Physical well-being, mental peace, emotional stability and a fulfilling life are equally important aspects of good health.
An Indian office boy based in Bahrain is among four Indian expatriates who have each won a 200-gram, 24-carat gold bar in Abu Dhabis Big Ticket October e-draw. Aruna Krishnappa Kidiyoor, Jijoy Viswan, Sadathulla Sharief and Manisha Harshal Kasat are the winners. Here is what they plan to do with their prizes, how much the gold bars are worth and how eligible participants can buy Big Ticket tickets from India.
Medical evidence raises fresh questions in ex-Kerala Minister Veena George attack case
Digital Desk | Kannur, Oct 27 (IANS) The investigation into the alleged attack on former Kerala Health Minister Veena George by KSU activists has taken another turn. Doctors who treated her have reportedly told the Special Investigation Team (SIT) that she had no visible external injuries. The doctors at Pariyaram Medical College in Kannur district said she was admitted to the intensive care unit because of swelling in her neck, according to information emerging from the investigation. The SIT has recorded statements from the doctors and collected her medical records from the hospital. The latest findings come days after Veena George's former gunman, Abhilash, reportedly told the SIT that he had given his initial statement against the Kerala Students Union (KSU) activists at her direction. He had earlier alleged that the activists used weapons to attack the then minister. Based on his complaint, the police registered a case against five KSU activists, including the charge of attempt to murder. The five activists were arrested and spent 16 days in judicial custody before securing bail. Abhilash has now reportedly told investigators that he did not witness the alleged weapon attack. His latest statement has raised questions about the original complaint and the serious charges brought against the activists. Another woman inspector has now told the SIT that she did not give any statement to the investigators then, but was surprised to see a statement attributed to her. The SIT is preparing to submit a report to the Director General of Police (DGP), recommending action against Abhilash for allegedly giving a false statement. The incident took place on February 25, when KSU activists staged a black flag protest against Veena George at Kannur railway station. She was the Health Minister in the previous CPI(M)-led government. The original complaint alleged that the protesters had attacked her with weapons. However, the investigation has brought fresh scrutiny to that account. Statements from police personnel present at the railway station and the available CCTV footage have also raised questions about the allegation of a weapon attack. The case has become a major political controversy in Kerala. The five activists faced serious criminal charges following the initial complaint. The SIT was constituted after the Congress-led UDF government came to power and ordered a further investigation into the case. The latest medical statements and the proposed action against the former gunman are expected to be important aspects of the investigation. The SIT's findings will be crucial in establishing what happened at the railway station and whether the original complaint was supported by evidence.
Sabarimala gold theft case: Kerala HC directs SIT to expedite prosecution sanction
How community-based weather data is bolstering this Wayanad panchayats demand for drought-hit status
Monitoring network helps Thirunelly panchayat to track hyperlocal variability in rainfall patterns and plan timely interventions. It has urged Keralam government to declare the area severely drought-hit amid concerns over a strong El Nio
Kerala HC steps in after judges minor son is accused in fatal car crash
The accident occurred between 2 am and 3 am.
The special teams have shared the pictures of the escaped accused with officers at different locations across Tamil Nadu and Kerala
Traffic regulations in Aluva from Oct. 28 for bridge repair work
The old Marthanda Varma Bridge will remain closed until November 6, with heavy vehicles diverted along alternative routes
SHRC calls for checks on private clinics after boys death following tonsil surgery in Kannur
The Commission issued the directive to the Additional Chief Secretary, Health department, asking the authorities to verify the qualifications and registration of doctors and other staff working at such clinics.
Officials say luxury cars driven at over 100 kmph on Ernakulam roads expose gaps in enforcement, from idle patrol vehicles to an underused command centre
Kannur panchayat contracts: KSU vice-president challenges allegations, threatens legal action
The confrontation comes amid a fresh vigilance investigation into alleged irregularities in public works contracts worth more than 12 crore awarded to the company.
Train services to be regulated for signal work at Kalamassery station on Oct. 27
Two Vande Bharat services to be partially cancelled, while the Mangala Lakshadweep Superfast Express will be delayed by 90 minutes
Centre urged to facilitate return of Keralites stranded in Saudi Arabia
Special Representative of Keralam government G. Devarajan, writes to the Civil Aviation Minister, citing difficulties faced by a large number of Keralites due to the prevailing volatile situation and disruptions to air services
Keralam Assembly unanimously passes Senior Citizens (Care and Protection of Rights) Bill
The Bill aims at promoting healthy and active ageing, registration and regulation of senior citizen care centres, and protection of rights, dignity, and social security of the elderly, among others. CM says the Bills main thrust is on silver economy
CPI(M) welcomes HC stay on FIRs against Vijayan, kin
Private bus operators to begin hunger strike on October 27
Ranji Trophy: Badoni Slams Second Successive Ton, Saranshs Seven-for Puts MP On Top
JSCA International Stadium: Batting all-rounder Ayush Badoni continued his rich vein of form by hitting a second consecutive hundred, while India off-spinner Saransh Jains seven-wicket haul gave Madhya Pradesh firm control on day one of the third-round Ranji Trophy matches on Monday. Fresh from a career-best 217 against Gujarat, Badoni struck an unbeaten 106 off 122 balls, laced with 11 fours and two sixes, to take Delhi to 309/5 against Jharkhand at the JSCA International Stadium in Ranchi. Badoni, 26, previously hit 205 against the same opponents in the 2024/25 season. A chanceless knock, Badonis sixth first-class hundred, anchored Delhis recovery. He found a reliable ally in all-rounder Sumit Mathur, who was unbeaten on 50, as the pair put together an unbroken 128-run stand for the sixth wicket. Mathur had a lucky escape on 36 when he was caught at long-on, only to be recalled because Anukul Roy had overstepped. At Holkar Stadium in Indore, Saranshs 7-40 helped Madhya Pradesh bowl Bihar out for just 99. The hosts, still looking for their first win of the season after two draws, then reached 261/3 with a lead of 162, after bowling out Bihar for 99. Wicketkeeper-batter Saksham Purohit was unbeaten on 113, and his opening partner Yash Dubey made 84. At the BKC Ground, Mumbai also made a strong start against Haryana at home after being put in to bat first. Angkrish Raghuvanshi made 114 off 180 balls with 13 fours and a six, while Musheer Khan scored 109 off 185 balls with 12 fours and a six. The pair added 208 runs for the second wicket to steer Mumbai to 290/3 at stumps. Defending champions Jammu and Kashmir, also in search of their first win, were frustrated by Priyanshu Moliya at the Reliance Ground in Vadodara. Moliyas patient unbeaten 113 lifted Baroda to 259/6 after they had slipped to 197/6 at one stage. Vidarbha, who have two wins so far, had Goa in trouble at 84/6 after Nachiket Bhute ripped through the top order with four wickets. But Darshan Misal and Yash Kasvankar then struck half-centuries and shared a stand of 104 runs for the seventh wicket to help the visitors reach 204/8. On a rain-hit day, Pondicherry reduced Uttar Pradesh to 67/4. In Mysuru, Karnataka recovered from a sluggish start to bowl Tripura out for 194 at the SDNR Wadiyar Stadium. The hosts, who sprang a surprise by leaving out pacers Vidwath Kaverappa and Abhilash Shetty to accommodate spinners Shikhar Shetty and Ritesh Bhatkal, failed to make use of the new ball as Tripura moved comfortably to 88/2 in the first session. Left-arm spinner Shikhar then claimed his third first-class five-wicket haul, while pacer Manvanth Kumar took three. Karnataka lost Mayank Agarwal early and were 10 for one at stumps. At the DVR Ground in Mulapadu, Chhattisgarhs spinners made full use of a helpful pitch to bowl Andhra out for 231. Veteran off-spinner Jayant Yadav led the way with 4-75, while Ajay Mandal and Dharmendrasinh Jadeja took three and two wickets respectively. In reply, Chhattisgarh lost Ayush Pandey early when he was run out going for an unnecessary quick single. Captain Anuj Tiwary and Mayank Verma then negotiated the final half-hour to take the visitors to 35/1. Wicketkeeper-batter Prabhsimran Singh laid the foundation with 81 off 126 balls, hitting nine fours and a six, while fifties from Salil Arora and Ramandeep Singh then guided Punjab to 289/6 against Hyderabad in Secunderabad. Denish Das made 90 off 165 balls, with 14 fours, to take Assam to 235/6 against Saurashtra in Rajkot. For the hosts, veteran pacer Jaydev Unadkat picked up three wickets, while Ravindra Jadeja and Arth Yadav took one wicket each. In Thiruvananthapuram, where only 50 overs were possible due to rain, Kerala reduced Bengal to 172/6, with Aditya Sarwate taking three wickets and Nedumankuzhy Basil two scalps. Maharashtra bowled out Gujarat for 233 in Pune, with Siddhesh Veer taking four wickets, while Rajvardhan Hangargekar and Vicky Ostwal claimed three apiece. Maharashtra were 24/1 when stumps were called. Services off-spinner Pulkit Narang returned 6-47, his second five-wicket haul of the season, to bowl Odisha out for 194 in Bhubaneswar. The visitors were 13/0 at stumps. Tamil Nadu bowled out Railways for 184 in Chennai, with R Sai Kishore and Sonu Yadav taking three wickets each, but slipped to 71/3 till stumps arrived. Devendra Singh Boras six-wicket haul helped Uttarakhand dismiss Rajasthan for 272 in Dehradun despite skipper Kartik Sharmas 73. Uttarakhand were 18/0 at stumps. Centuries from Arjun Azad and Nehal Pajni powered Chandigarh past 350 for the loss of three wickets against Himachal Pradesh. In the Plate group, Meghalayas Ajay Duhan (167) and Kishan Lyngdoh (144) shared an unbroken 308-run stand for the second wicket as their side piled up 385/2 against Mizoram in Nadiad. Tamil Nadu bowled out Railways for 184 in Chennai, with R Sai Kishore and Sonu Yadav taking three wickets each, but slipped to 71/3 till stumps arrived. Devendra Singh Boras six-wicket haul helped Uttarakhand dismiss Rajasthan for 272 in Dehradun despite skipper Kartik Sharmas 73. Uttarakhand were 18/0 at stumps. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Three Kerala PSC members appear before Crime Branch for questioning in exam fraud probe
Two more PSC members have been directed to appear before the investigating team on Tuesday. PSC chairpersonM.R. Baiju has been asked to appear at the Crime Branch headquarters on Wednesday
Student attacked allegedly for reporting drug use
The student was reportedly attacked while walking to school from his mothers house at Paloliparamba on Monday.
Malabar Devaswom Board to get full institutional autonomy, says Keralam Minister
At present, the Malabar Devaswom Board has no powers, with trustees handling its affairs. This could be changed by enacting a law and granting full powers to the board, says the Minister
Global NoRKA Coordination Council will replace Loka Kerala Sabha, says Satheesan
The council is being formed to ensure more effective and sustainable bonds with non-resident Keralites and their organisations, says Chief Minister
Admission to PhD programme at RGCB
Launch of virtual autopsy at Kozhikode Medical College Hospital likely to take time
The Forensic Medicine Department has submitted a detailed list of the facilities to be introduced at the hospital, including the staff to be appointed and the equipment to be installed, to the government
Six arrested after clash at Kuttiadi police station
A search of the vehicles led to the seizure of 9 grams of MDMA and 10.5 grams of ganja, say police.
Keralam Assembly unanimously passes bill to protect senior citizens from abuse, exploitation
The Keralam Senior Citizens (Care and Protection of Rights) Bill, 2026, was passed unanimously by the state Assembly after Chief Minister V D Satheesan accepted several amendments moved by members of both the ruling and opposition benches.
CAG notes building rule violations in audit of local bodies in Keralam
CAG detects 10 unauthorised constructions in four urban local bodies and 193 unauthorised additions/alterations in selected urban bodies, which indicates deficiencies in monitoring mechanism
Ranji Trophy: Sarvate and Basil strike to help Kerala take control against Bengal
The left-arm spinner scalps three and the pacer two as the visitors lose wickets rapidly after a steady start on a truncated first day; Ankurs good knock undone by a poor choice of stroke
CM, Leader of the Opposition trade jibes over mode of address in Keralam Assembly
Pinarayi takes a dig at Satheesans habit of turning to the UDF members, instead of the Speaker, while addressing the House. CM defends his style of presentation, says he will not imitate the Leader of the Opposition
CM, Leader of the Opposition trade jibes over mode of address in Keralam Assembly
Pinarayi takes a dig at Satheesans habit of turning to the UDF members, instead of the Speaker, while addressing the House. CM defends his style of presentation, says he will not imitate the Leader of the Opposition
Youth Commission settles six complaints at Malappuram adalat
Youth Commission settles six complaints at Malappuram adalat
Keralites in Saudi seek affordable chartered flights amid Gulf crisis
Keralites in Saudi seek affordable chartered flights amid Gulf crisis
Phase II reorganisation of Keralams State GST department under way
Keralam Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan says the reorganisation will incorporate process reforms recommended by the 57th GST Council
Phase II reorganisation of Keralams State GST department under way
Keralam Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan says the reorganisation will incorporate process reforms recommended by the 57th GST Council
Kerala to set up climate monitoring unit to protect agriculture
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 26 (IANS) Kerala will set up a state level monitoring unit to coordinate measures to protect agriculture from climate change, including the effects of El Nio, amid concerns over a 28 per cent rainfall deficit in the state. The decision was taken at a ministerial meeting chaired by Agriculture Minister T. Siddique at the Assembly Banquet Hall here on Monday. The proposed unit will bring together various government departments, the State Disaster Management Authority, NABARD and other agencies. It will coordinate preventive measures and help ensure the effective use of funds available from different sources. The government has also decided to prepare short-term and long-term plans to mitigate the impact of climate change on agriculture. District-level and panchayat-level action plans will be drawn up to address local challenges. Siddique said temperatures had risen by two degrees Celsius in some parts of the state, while the rainfall deficit stood at 28 per cent. The possibility of further increases in temperature and water scarcity in the coming years was a matter of concern, he said. The action plan will focus on protecting water sources, restoring canals and ponds, improving water-control systems, promoting drip irrigation and rainwater harvesting, and creating water-storage wells. Measures to increase green cover in agricultural areas and retain soil moisture will also be included. The minister called for urgent coordination between departments to protect farmland, crops and the livelihoods dependent on agriculture. He said the available funds and resources should be used more effectively through a coordinated approach. Special attention will be given to Kuttanad, where climate-related challenges have raised concerns over agriculture, flooding and water management. Siddique said a special mission for the region would be considered in consultation with the Water Resources and Revenue departments. Water Resources Minister Mons Joseph stressed the need to improve coordination between departments. He said priority should be given to water conservation, flood prevention, drainage, protection of embankments and timely implementation of the agricultural calendar. Local Self-Government Minister, K.M. Shaji, said local bodies would strengthen efforts to protect natural drainage channels and restore water sources. Revenue Minister A.P. Anilkumar called for long-term measures to address agricultural challenges following the 2018 floods and subsequent climate-related disasters. He also stressed the effective use of the Agriculture Prosperity Fund. District Collectors will lead meetings to assess local problems and prepare suitable plans. Progress will be reviewed periodically at the state level.
Speaking on the occasion, Keralam Governor and University Chancellor Om Prakash Mathur calls upon universities to promote multidisciplinary research, innovation and entrepreneurship, strengthen links with industry and society and prepare students to become responsible citizens and sensitive human beings
Keralam govt.to form expert committee to tackle water hyacinth menace
Efforts would be made torestoreaquatic ecosystems and convertthe invasive plants into value-added products, says Water Resources Minister Mons Joseph
Kerala HC stays FIR and probe in CMRL-Exalogic pay-off case
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Kerala: 224 iPhones bought for Rs 7.16 crore, several missing; vigilance probe ordered
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram Oct 26 (IANS) Two hundred and twenty-four iPhones purchased for Rs 7.16 crore, along with fundus cameras, are lying unused in Kerala's government hospitals, with several phones reportedly missing. The state government will order a Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) probe into alleged corruption and wasteful expenditure in medical equipment purchases. Health Minister K. Muraleedharan disclosed this in the Assembly on Monday after this issue was raised as a submission by Congress MLA Abin Varkey Kodiyattu. The revelations also include 128 ventilators supplied under the PM CARES scheme that remain unused at four government medical colleges. Two oxygen generator plants supplied to Alappuzha Medical College have failed to produce oxygen at the required volume and pressure. Much of the equipment under scrutiny was purchased during the COVID pandemic, when the first Pinarayi Vijayan government was in office. The inquiry, however, covers purchases made during other periods as well. The 128 unused ventilators are at the medical colleges in Kottayam, Manjeri, Kannur and Kozhikode. The government cited concerns over quality, operational reliability and maintenance costs. The two oxygen generator plants at Alappuzha Medical College, supplied through the Kerala Medical Services Corporation Limited (KMSCL), have not been made fully operational. The minister said the government had appointed a special team headed by the Principal Secretary of the Health and Family Welfare Department to examine the quality of equipment, the need for the purchases, installation failures and the reasons for prolonged non-use. Reports relating to medical colleges have been received and are under examination. Unused equipment has also been identified at Health Department institutions in Wayanad and Ernakulam. Muraleedharan said public money spent on medical equipment could not be allowed to go to waste. The government would examine the responsibility of officials and take appropriate action. The government is also considering the redistribution of usable equipment to hospitals where it is needed. It has a Biomedical Equipment Maintenance Programme and district-level monitoring mechanisms. The proposed Vigilance probe comes amid mounting questions over procurement decisions, installation failures and the prolonged non-use of costly equipment meant to improve public healthcare.
Keralam High Court urges peer restraint despite differing views
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One nation, one papad: The pursuit of food uniformity threatens Indias peace and progress
FSSAIs papad norms, a backlash over beef dishes and an order on non-vegetarian food at Kerala Lok Bhavan highlighttensions between uniformity and cultural diversity
Keralam accident case: Police find video evidence of car overspeeding above 100 kmph
Kerala PSC Recruitment Controversy: SIT Notice Issued to Chairman Amid Investigation
The Kerala PSC chairman faces scrutiny from the SIT over alleged irregularities in a recruitment process, raising concerns about transparency. Kerala PSC Recruitment Controversy: SIT Notice Issued to Chairman Amid Investigation
CMRL pay-off case: Kerala HC stays order to lodge FIR against ex-CM Pinarayi Vijayan, kin
Court also keeps in abeyance FIRs registered by Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau and the further probe by the agency in the case till further orders in appeals filed by Pinarayi and others
Cyclone Arnab: AP Braces for Landfall, Odisha, Bengal on Alert
Cyclone Arnab is expected to make landfall in Andhra Pradesh on October 28, prompting precautionary measures in Odisha and West Bengal, while Keralam plans to strengthen disaster preparedness.
Ernakulam Additional District Court reserves verdict in bail pleas for October 28
Dhanlaxmi Bank Q2 results: Net profit more than doubles to 48.55 crore
Dhanlaxmi Bank on Monday reported more than a two-fold increase in net profit at Rs 48.55 crore in the second quarter of FY27. The Kerala-based private sector bank had posted a net profit of Rs 23.20 crore in the July-September quarter of FY26. Interest income of the bank increased 23 per cent to Rs 471 crore during the second quarter of FY27, from Rs 384 crore in the corresponding period of FY26. Gross non-performing assets improved to 1.76 per cent of gross advances during the quarter under review, from 3.10 per cent in the year-ago period. Shares of Dhanlaxmi Bank were trading at Rs 32.73 on BSE, down 8.40 per cent from the previous close.
Cyclone Arnab: Which States And Districts Will Be Affected? Check IMD Alerts
Cyclone Arnab may hit Andhra Pradesh on October 28, 2026, with heavy rain and strong winds. Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala and West Bengal may also face weather disruptions. Follow official IMD alerts and safety advisories.
Amid row, Keralams UDF govt says cost of generic SMA drug can be cut further
Health Minister K. Muraleedharan tells Assembly that UDF governments aim, eventually, is to offer medicines free of cost to all SMA patients. LDF Opposition stages walkout after adjournment motion rejected
CEE Kerala DNB Post MBBS Admission 2026 - Apply Online, Last Date, Eligibility and Fee
Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, has opened online applications for DNB Post MBBS Admission 2026 under the Kerala Government in-service quota. Applications started on 23 October 2026 and close on 27 October 2026 at 12 noon. Eligible doctors serving in the Medical Education, Health or Insurance Medical Services who have qualified NEET PG 2026 can apply through the CEE Kerala portal. The application fee is 1,000 plus payment gateway charges. Candidates must complete registration, form submission, fee payment, document upload and option registration.
Citing Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in Assembly, Speaker says House has to avoid discussing issues involving President or Governor. However, Pinarayi responds saying then Speaker P. Sreeramakrishnan had in 2020 allowed Oppositions resolution urging President to recall Governor Arif Mohammed Khan
Keralam to Develop Disaster Management Resilience Project: CM Satheesan
Satheesan said Keralam was a vulnerable region and that weather-related threats previously associated with the Bay of Bengal were increasingly being observed in the Arabian Sea
Latest intervention comes amid sharp escalation in wild animal incursions across Peruvannamuzhi forest range, impacting Chakkittapara, Muthukad and surrounding plantation belts. Local residents and workers point out that the situation has become critical, particularly during early-morning hours when rubber tapping takes place
India's first cooperative airline Co-Kerala receives government nod with 400 crore funding model
Dubai: Indian Expat, 52, Dies After Badminton Game Despite CPR Efforts
Indian Man, 52, Dies in Dubai After Badminton Session; Colleagues Rush to Help A 52-year-old Indian expatriate from Kerala has died after collapsing following a weekend badminton session with colleagues in Dubai. His co-workers and school security staff immediately attempted cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), but he could not be saved. The deceased, Ranjith Vijayan, worked as [] The post Dubai: Indian Expat, 52, Dies After Badminton Game Despite CPR Efforts first appeared on informalnewz .
Army man drowns in Chaliyar river in Keralam; body recovered after hours of search
The deceased was identified as Sudheesh, a native of Peruvayal. He was a member of Madras Engineering Group and had been on leave since October 14
Kerala HC Allows Case Against Judge in Fatal Accident Involving Minor Son
The judge's minor son, who was apprehended again after being released on bail on Sunday, following protests outside the Cheranalloor police station by the family of the victim
Kerala judge booked in fatal crash, police to seek teen
Kerala judge booked in fatal crash, police to seek teens bail cancellation Kochi: The police on Monday registered a case against an Additional District Judge, whose 17-year-old son drove a Mercedes-Benz that killed a scooter rider in Cheranelloor, after obtaining permission from the Kerala High Court. The police will also shortly move the Ernakulam District [] The post Kerala judge booked in fatal crash, police to seek teens bail cancellation appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
India to get first cooperative sector airline, says Kerala CM Satheesan
Keralam government has given approval for the cooperative sector to initiate flight services in India. Chief Minister V D Satheesan announced this during the silver jubilee celebration of the Calicut City Service Cooperative Society. C N Vijayakrishnan will lead the flight services project, which aims to showcase the potential of Keralam's cooperative sector.
Keralam plans Bill to regulate high treatment costs in private hospitals
Health Minister K. Muraleedharan tells Assembly that govt to introduce Bill in next session, says govt agrees in principle to the need to regulate private hospitals, many of which are under management of foreign companies
Cyclone Arnab update: Storm to cross Andhra coast by October 28 as heavy rains persist in Tamil Nadu
A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal is intensifying into a severe cyclonic storm, expected to cross the Andhra coast between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam on the morning of October 28 with winds up to 140 km/h. Andhra Pradesh and Odisha are on high alert, while CM N. Chandrababu Naidu has directed 24/7 vigilance. Meanwhile, heavy rains and landslips are disrupting normal life across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and neighboring regions.
Kerala University VC says no move to ban student politics, proposed campus rules under review
Reels Wiped, 3 Fled: Victim's Family Alleges Cover-Up In Kerala Judge Son's Mercedes Crash
Following the accident, the teenager claimed he had taken the vehicle out for the first time and had learned how to drive by watching YouTube videos
Three more Kerala PSC exams under scanner as Governor seeks removal of chairman, members
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 26 (IANS) Three more Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC) recruitment examinations are set to come under criminal investigation on Monday, widening the recruitment scandal that prompted outgoing Governor Rajendra Arlekar to recommend the removal of the PSC chairman and 15 members. The news of Arlekar writing to the President for action surfaced on Sunday. The Crime Branch is preparing to register fresh cases relating to the recruitment of Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspectors, Fisheries Extension Officers and Village Oil Inspectors. The developments have intensified scrutiny of the PSC, with allegations of serious irregularities in question papers, rank lists and appointments. The Governor's recommendation to President Droupadi Murmu, sent shortly before he left office on October 15, was based largely on findings by the PSC's own internal vigilance wing, which reportedly identified serious lapses in the conduct of examinations. The alleged failure to take appropriate action despite these findings was a key concern behind his intervention. In the Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector examination, a preliminary inquiry reportedly found that questions prepared by a leading PSC coaching centre had been reproduced in the question paper. Investigators are examining how the questions entered the examination and whether candidates received an unfair advantage. The recruitment of Fisheries Extension Officers has also raised serious questions. All candidates in the top 100 of the rank list were reportedly students of the Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies. Other candidates have alleged that teachers from the same university prepared the question paper and served on the interview board, creating a scope for a conflict of interest. Allegations have also surfaced that the process favoured SFI activists and student union leaders. In the Village Oil Inspector recruitment, a PSC official's wife was allegedly appointed despite not possessing the prescribed qualifications. The allegation has raised questions about whether recruitment rules were selectively applied. The fresh cases come amid growing pressure on the PSC following the Kerala High Court's intervention in the wider examination irregularities probe. The state government had earlier constituted a Special Investigation Team, but the investigation has faced criticism over the pace of progress. The Governor had also summoned the PSC chairman and secretary to Lok Bhavan to seek explanations. Dissatisfied with their responses, he reportedly concluded that stronger action was needed to restore public confidence in the constitutional body. The President's decision on the removal recommendation is awaited. Meanwhile, the registration of the three cases is expected to widen the investigation and put further pressure on the PSC to explain how the alleged irregularities occurred and whether those responsible will be held accountable.
Kerala car crash case: Accused teen son of judge gets bail, as protests continue
Digital Desk | Kochi, Oct 26 (IANS) The granting of bail by the Juvenile Justice Board to the 17-year-old son of an Additional District Judge accused of causing a fatal road accident in Cheranelloor in Kerala's Kochi has triggered fresh protests by the victims family, who have refused to accept the decision. The teenager was taken into custody again after being released on station bail on Sunday evening, following protests by the family and local residents outside the Cheranelloor police station. He was subsequently produced before the Juvenile Justice Board, which granted him bail. The police are facing questions over their initial decision to release the teenager on station bail. Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala had directed the police to take urgent action after the release triggered public outrage. The Additional Director General of Police in charge of law and order has been asked to examine the alleged lapses, and a show-cause notice is to be issued to Kochi City Police Commissioner Kaliraj Mahesh Kumar. The accident occurred around 2.20 a.m. on Sunday on Container Road at Cheranelloor, near Kochi, when a Mercedes-Benz allegedly driven by the teenager rammed into a scooter ridden by Jayabalakrishnan, 55, a native of Manjali. He died at the spot. Jayabalakrishnan ran a small roadside eatery near Chittoor temple and was returning home after closing the shop for the night. His death has left his wife and three children without their principal breadwinner. Police have recovered footage from the teenagers mobile phone that reportedly shows him driving at high speed before the crash. The teenager allegedly took the car out late at night while his parents were asleep. He reportedly told investigators that he lost control while trying to avoid a waterlogged stretch of road. Police are investigating the circumstances of the accident. The teenagers father, an Additional District Judge who owns the car, may also face legal action for allowing his minor son to drive without a licence. Police are examining the applicable provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act and other laws. The victims relatives have alleged that the police treated the case differently after learning about the accuseds family background. Jayabalakrishnans daughter collapsed during the protest outside the police station and was taken to a hospital. The granting of bail has intensified public scrutiny of the case, with the family demanding strict legal action against all those found responsible.
Keralam: Judge's Minor Son Gets Bail in Cheranalloor Fatal Crash
The minor, the son of a judicial officer, was driving a Mercedes-Benz that collided with a scooter on Cheranalloor Container Road in Kochi early Sunday morning
Kerala Congress Chief Minister VD Satheesan has accused vlogger Amrit Singh Darren of attempting to spread communal hatred after the latter posted a video showing portraits of Pakistans founder Mohammad Ali Jinnah inside Kashi Art Caf in Fort Kochi, along with beef dishes listed on its menu. Satheesan announced that legal action had been initiated [] The post Kerala: Congress Govt Files Case Against Vlogger Who Exposed Jinnah Portraits, Beef Menu In Kochi Cafe appeared first on The Commune .
Keralam govt approves flight services by cooperative sector: CM Satheesan
The project will be spearheaded by MVR Cancer Centre Chairman C N Vijayakrishnan; government to guarantee deposits made by people in the cooperative sector
Juvenile Justice Board grants bail to teen driver in fatal Cheranalloor car crash in Keralam
Absence of any previous criminal antecedents was among grounds cited for granting bail. The decision has not gone down well with protesters demanding his arrest, who have been seeking action against the boys father, a judicial officer and the registered owner of the car
Mumbai Citys winless run continues with 0-0 draw vs Kerala Blasters
Mumbai City will hope to turn their fortunes around when they take on last-placed SC Delhi in their next fixture at home on November 1
Ernakulam district panchayat in Keralam to speed up sterilisation of dogs
While the district panchayats two ABC centres in Mulanthuruthy and Vadavucode block panchayats are operational, with each centre having the capacity to sterilise and vaccinate over 100 dogs every month, they have been largely unable to meet their targets
One killed as off-road vehicle plunges into gorge at Kakkadampoyil in Keralams Kozhikode
The accident took place along the Koodaranhi-Kakkadampoyil route when the driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle, causing it to skid and plunge down the slope
CMRL-Exalogic case: ED cites notebook seized from residence of Pinarayi Vijayan's daughter
The notebook was seized on May 27, 2026, from the residence of T Veena, daughter of former Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan, in the CMRL-Exalogic alleged money laundering case. One page records a otal deposit of AED 2,82,600 and a transfer of AED 1,46,600 to Faijaz VP, whom ED describes as a UAE-based associate.
Kerala Blasters, Mumbai City Share Points in Tense ISL Encounter
Kerala Blasters FC and Mumbai City FC played out a goalless draw in a hard-fought Indian Super League match on Sunday. Despite numerous chances and strong attacking plays from both sides, neither team could find the back of the net, leading to a shared point.
Kochi Mercedes Crash: Kerala Judge's Minor Son Rams Mercedes-Benz Into Scooter, Rider Dies
A 17-year-old boy, the son of a serving judge in Kerala, allegedly drove his father's Mercedes-Benz into a scooter in Kochi, killing the rider, Jayabalakrishnan. The accident occurred around 2:20 am on Sunday near Maraparambu on Container Road in Cheranalloor. Police registered a case under Sections 281 and 106(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, relating to rash driving and causing death by negligence. The teenager was detained and later released on station bail. Police say he will be summoned again as the investigation continues.
G. Ramakrishnan alleged that the BJP-led Union government has used SIR to delete around 13.5 crore votersfrom the electoral rolls in the country
Ranji Trophy: Bengal look for hat-trick of wins as Kerala host table-toppers
The Kerala High Court awarded a jointly registered house exclusively to a woman after bank records supported her claim that her father funded the purchase. Here's whether a person can claim joint property ownership without proof of their contribution.
Kerala Blasters and Mumbai City FC draw 0-0 in ISL match in Kochi
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A Kerala case, two decades later: Gyanesh Kumar faces renewed questions
As CEC Gyanesh Kumar faces protests over electoral roll revisions, a 20-year-old Kerala corruption case resurfaces despite an earlier vigilance clean chit
'Malayalis Will Decide Kerala, Not Outsiders': Rajeev Chandrasekhar On UP YouTuber FIR Row
Reacting to the FIR against a UP-based YouTuber over an allegedly communal video, Former union minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar said Kerala does not need outsiders to define its culture or secularism, while urging the state government to maintain consistency in its approach to hate speech and communal harmony.
Kerala Blasters, Mumbai City draw a blank, but Kochi crowd steals the show
Kerala Blasters, Mumbai City draw a blank, but Kochi crowd steals the show
Kerala Judge's Minor Son Rams Mercedes-Benz Into Scooter, Rider Dies
The boy's father is posted in Thrissur. He is the registered owner of the vehicle. Police are examining his liability in connection with the accident and the possibility of naming him as an accused.
Pallet slips during maintenance at Kannur multi-level parking facility, raises safety concerns
