Kerala: News
06 Jul 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Kerala rains: 6 districts on orange alert; schools, colleges shut
Heavy rainfall would continue to lash Kerala for the next three days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said in its latest release.
28 Jun 2023
Hijab rowKerala: 7 medicos demand hijab, full sleeves in operation theater
Seven students of Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram Government Medical College have written to their principal, seeking permission to wear long-sleeved scrub jackets and surgical hoods in the operation theater.
19 Jun 2023
Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM)Kerala organ donation row: BJYM protest outside Kochi's private hospital
The police on Monday resorted to lathi-charge to disperse Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) activists who were protesting outside Lakeshore Hospital in Kochi, Kerala over an "illegal" organ donation.
19 Jun 2023
Health & WellnessWest Nile virus: Know about symptoms, fatality rate, and treatment
The West Nile virus causes quite a stir in the United States every year. But it recently made headlines in India too.
18 Jun 2023
Malayalam MoviesVeteran Malayalam actor Poojappura Ravi dies at 86
In a blow to the Malayalam film industry, veteran actor Poojappura Ravi passed away at the age of 82 on Sunday (June 18).
12 Jun 2023
Box Office Collection#BoxOfficeCollection: 'The Kerala Story' stays stable even on sixth weekend
The Kerala Story is the second-highest-grossing Bollywood film of 2023. The film is a revelation as it is marching toward the Rs. 250 crore mark despite not being headlined by any Bollywood biggies.
10 Jun 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Cyclone Biparjoy to intensify further, alert issued in several states
The very severe cyclonic storm Biparjoy will likely intensify further by Sunday and move north-northwestwards in the next 24 hours, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Saturday.
09 Jun 2023
Box Office Collection#BoxOfficeCollection: 'The Kerala Story' stays quite steady
The Kerala Story is one of the rare films which is having a cakewalk at the box office even in its fifth week. The film is steady and as per trends, it will rake in more on weekends. It will be interesting to see if it can touch the coveted Rs. 250 crore mark.
08 Jun 2023
MonsoonMonsoon arrives in Kerala after a week's delay: IMD
The southwest monsoon finally arrived in India on Thursday after a weeklong delay, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said as widespread rains lashed Kerala on Wednesday.
08 Jun 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Cyclone Biparjoy intensifies into severe cyclonic storm, IMD issues warning
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday announced that Cyclone Biparjoy is quickly turning into a severe cyclonic storm and is set to intensify in the next 48 hours.
08 Jun 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Monsoon onset likely to be weak this year, warn experts
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) will likely announce the monsoon's arrival in Kerala within the next 48 hours.
07 Jun 2023
MonsoonMonsoon could arrive in Kerala in next 48 hours: IMD
Kerala could see the arrival of the monsoon within the next 48 hours as meteorological conditions are becoming favorable, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Wednesday.
07 Jun 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Cyclone Biparjoy to intensify into 'severe' storm today: IMD
Cyclone Biparjoy, formed over the southeast Arabian Sea, is forecast to intensify into a "severe" storm on Wednesday and eventually a "very severe" cyclone on Thursday over and off the Kerala, Karnataka, and Goa coasts, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
06 Jun 2023
Rahul GandhiKerala government withdraws Rahul Gandhi's personal staff following MP disqualification
The Kerala government on Tuesday withdrew two personal staff allotted to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who was disqualified from the Lok Sabha on March 24, reported ANI.
06 Jun 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Cyclone Biparjoy may affect monsoon in Kerala: IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday notified that a depression over the southeast Arabian Sea is likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm within the next six hours.
05 Jun 2023
Malayalam MoviesMalayalam actor-mimicry artist Kollam Sudhi (39) dies in road accident
Malayalam actor and mimicry artist Kollam Sudhi is no more.
31 May 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)IMD predicts rainfall over northwest India; heatwave in Bengal, Bihar
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday predicted that rainfall and thunderstorms would continue over northwest India for the next two days.
31 May 2023
COVID-19India reports 309 fresh COVID-19 cases, 3 deaths
India's total number of COVID-19 cases climbed to more than 4.49 crore on Wednesday, with 309 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours, according to the Union Health Ministry's data.
29 May 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Brace for another spell of rain, thunderstorms in northwest India
After unseasonal showers and thunderstorms lashed northwest India on Saturday, another intense western disturbance is expected to bring similar weather and disrupt normal life in the region on Monday and Tuesday.
26 May 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Weather news: Monsoon likely to be normal, predicts IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday predicted that the country would receive normal monsoon rains this year, adding that the monsoon onset is likely over Kerala on June 4.
26 May 2023
ChennaiKerala: Missing man's chopped body found in trolley bag
In a horrific incident, a hotel owner from Malappuram, Kerala, was killed and chopped into pieces.
22 May 2023
Travel And TourismTraveling to South India? Visit these stunning temples
A perfect example of traditional culture, heritage, and diversity, South India houses several stunning temples that reflect the beautiful architectural designs from ancient times.
20 May 2023
SudanBody of Indian national killed in Sudan unrest reaches home
The body of Albert Augustine, an Indian national killed last month during violence in Sudan, was reportedly brought to India on Friday.
18 May 2023
Supreme Court Of IndiaSC stays West Bengal government's ban on 'The Kerala Story'
The Supreme Court on Thursday stayed the Mamata Banerjee-led West Bengal government's order banning The Kerala Story.
17 May 2023
The Kerala Story'The Kerala Story' contains hate speech: West Bengal to SC
Defending its ban on The Kerala Story, CM Mamata Banerjee's West Bengal government told the Supreme Court in its affidavit the film contains "manipulated facts" and "hate speech."
16 May 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Monsoon 'slightly delayed,' may reach Kerala on June 4: IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday predicted that the onset of the southwest monsoon over Kerala would likely be around June 4.
12 May 2023
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)CBSE class 10 results 2023 declared: Check details
The highly anticipated class 10 board exam results were declared on Friday by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).
12 May 2023
Malayalam MoviesWhy is everyone raving about Malayalam survival thriller '2018'
Malayalam survival-thriller film 2018: Everyone is a Hero is currently creating waves in the film corridors for its cinematography, story, performances, VFX, and truthful depiction of the cataclysmic floods that ravaged parts of Kerala back in 2018.
10 May 2023
Pinarayi VijayanKerala: Suspended school teacher stabs doctor to death during check-up
A suspended male school teacher who was taken to a hospital by the police after an altercation with his family and neighbors allegedly stabbed a 23-year-old doctor, Vandana Das, to death in Kerala's Kollam district on Wednesday.
09 May 2023
Kerala High Court'Shocking and haunting': Kerala High Court on Tanur boat tragedy
The Kerala High Court on Tuesday initiated suo motu proceedings into the recent boat tragedy in Malappuram's Tanur, which claimed the lives of 22 people, including seven children, reported Bar and Bench.
08 May 2023
Mamata Banerjee'The Kerala Story' banned in West Bengal: CM Mamata Banerjee
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday reportedly announced a ban on screening Sudipto Sen's latest film, The Kerala Story, in the state, terming it "propaganda."
08 May 2023
Narendra ModiKerala: 21 dead as houseboat capsizes in Malappuram; Ex-gratia announced
At least 21 people reportedly died after a houseboat capsized in Kerala's Malappuram district on Sunday while ferrying tourists. Eight people have been admitted to various hospitals, and a search operation is underway.
05 May 2023
Shopping5 GI tagged items you must get from Kerala
Kerala has a wide variety of original products to offer to shoppers. From rice to clothes to artifacts, this southern state has it all.
05 May 2023
Movie Review'The Kerala Story' review: Poor filmmaking bogs down important tale
Riding high on controversies, Sudipto Sen's directorial The Kerala Story (TKS) was released in the theaters on Friday. The makers have claimed that 32,000 Kerala women were converted to Islam and made to join ISIS. His bold attempt at narrating the details of the barbaric crime in a two-hour movie unfortunately falls flat due to various factors including weak acting, dialogue, and music.
28 Apr 2023
Bollywood'The Kerala Story': Congress requests Kerala government against its release
Vipul Amrutlal Shah's upcoming film The Kerala Story has been in the midst of controversies since its teaser was released last year. Earlier this week, the makers dropped the trailer of the film leading to fresh controversies as demands against its release are being made by many.
26 Apr 2023
Bollywood'The Kerala Story' trailer: Story of how Shalini became Fatima
The trailer of The Kerala Story was released on Wednesday morning, featuring actor Adah Sharma in the lead. The film is based on the horrific real-life incidents of how young Kerala women were converted to Islam for their recruitment by ISIS.
25 Apr 2023
BiharKerala: 8-year-old girl dies after phone explodes while playing games
In a tragic incident, an eight-year-old girl in Kerala's Thiruvilvamala died after a mobile phone exploded in her face at around 10:30pm on Monday, reported PTI.
25 Apr 2023
Narendra ModiPM Modi launches Kerala's first Vande Bharat, Water Metro next
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a two-day visit to Kerala, flagged off the state's first Vande Bharat Express in Thiruvananthapuram on Tuesday. He is also set to launch the country's first water metro later in the day in Kochi.
25 Apr 2023
Narendra ModiIndia's first Water Metro: Know cost, route, fare, and more
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off India's first Water Metro in Kochi, Kerala, on Tuesday.
25 Apr 2023
Vande Bharat ExpressVande Bharat in Kerala: Check out timings, routes, and fares
The Indian Railways is becoming faster and more modern every year, thanks to Vande Bharat Express which is making its way to more and more destinations across the country.
22 Apr 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)IMD predicts rainfall for several states over next 4 days
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday predicted that several regions across India would witness wet spells in the upcoming days.
22 Apr 2023
Narendra ModiPM Modi to travel whopping 5,300 km in 36 hours
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will undertake a two-day tour on April 24-25 panning over 5,300 km in 36 hours in several parts of India, starting from Madhya Pradesh, reported ANI.
22 Apr 2023
Narendra ModiSuicide bomb attack threat issued ahead of Modi's Kerala visit
The Kerala Police is reportedly on high alert after a threat letter was issued against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is set to visit the southern state on Monday.
16 Apr 2023
SudanSudan: Indian among 56 civilians killed in army-paramilitary clashes
At least 56 civilians were killed and nearly 600 others injured in clashes across Sudan between the army and paramilitary forces, Associated Press reported.
14 Apr 2023
AssamBaishakhi, Bihu, Vishu, and Puthandu: Why these harvest festivals matter
Spring harvest festivals are a time of great celebration in India, where agriculture is a vital part of the economy and culture.
12 Apr 2023
LifestyleBookmark these beach destinations in India for a relaxing getaway
India is home to some of the world's most picturesque beaches.
12 Apr 2023
Travel And TourismExplore the best five wildlife destinations in India
India is home to some of the most incredible wildlife and biodiversity in the world.
09 Apr 2023
COVID-19States adopt strict measures amid spike in COVID-19 cases
Following a high-level COVID-19 review meeting, the government of Kerala has decided to make masks mandatory for all vulnerable individuals, including the elderly and pregnant women, amid the recent surge in coronavirus infections nationwide.
08 Apr 2023
COVID-19India records 6,100+ new COVID-19 cases, daily positivity nearly 6%
India recorded 6,155 new daily COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours—with the daily positivity nearing 6% on a national average—the Union Health Ministry revealed on Saturday morning.
05 Apr 2023
IndiaKerala lynching case: Court sentences 13 convicts to 7-year imprisonment
A Special Court for Scheduled Castes and Tribes in Kerala's Mannarkad on Wednesday sentenced 13 out of the 14 convicts in the Madhu lynching case to seven years of rigorous imprisonment, reported Hindustan Times.
05 Apr 2023
Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism SquadKerala train fire: Maharashtra ATS arrests suspect in Ratnagiri
A joint team of Central Intelligence and the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) arrested the suspect, who allegedly set his co-passengers on fire in a train in Kerala on Sunday, in Maharashtra's Ratnagiri district on the intervening night of Tuesday and Wednesday.
04 Apr 2023
National Investigation Agency (NIA)Kerala train fire: NIA, ATS begin investigating alleged terror angle
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted raids in Noida and Ghaziabad to nab the accused in the Kerala train fire incident.
03 Apr 2023
Train AccidentKerala: Man sets co-passengers ablaze on train, 3 found dead
In a shocking incident in Kerala, an unidentified person reportedly set co-passengers on fire inside a compartment of the Alappuzha-Kannur Executive Express on Sunday night when the train—headed for Kannur—was crossing the Korapuzha River bridge.
31 Mar 2023
Rahul GandhiRahul Gandhi's namesake, who contested against him in 2019, disqualified
Days after Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's suspension from the Lok Sabha, his namesake has been disqualified by the Election Commission of India (ECI) for failing to give information about the election expenses.
30 Mar 2023
Kerala High CourtKerala: Protest erupts demanding capture of tusker that killed 7
More than 10 panchayats in the Idukki district of Kerala called for a 12-hour-long strike on Thursday, demanding the capture of "Arikomban," a wild tusker that has reportedly killed seven people and destroyed many human settlements, reported ANI.
30 Mar 2023
COVID-19 IndiaCOVID-19 cases spike across India; Delhi, Maharashtra most affected
India continues to record a spike in daily COVID-19 cases, with Delhi and Maharashtra reporting a resounding uptick in coronavirus infections on Wednesday.
29 Mar 2023
Rahul Gandhi'No hurry': CEC on Wayanad bypoll after Rahul's MP disqualification
Rajiv Kumar, the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC), said on Wednesday that the election body is in no hurry to conduct a bypoll in Kerala's Wayanad Lok Sabha constituency, reported Hindustan Times.
25 Mar 2023
Rahul GandhiAfter Rahul Gandhi's disqualification, Wayanad likely to witness bypoll soon
With former Congress President Rahul Gandhi disqualified as a member of the Parliament (MP) after being convicted of criminal defamation in a 2019 case on Friday, the Wayanad Lok Sabha constituency in Kerala fell vacant and is likely to witness a bypoll by September.
24 Mar 2023
Supreme Court Of IndiaMembership of banned outfit sufficient for prosecution under UAPA: SC
The Supreme Court on Friday ruled that membership in an outlawed group will constitute an offense under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), 1967.
21 Mar 2023
Reliance JioJio rolls out 5G in 41 more cities: Check coverage
Reliance Jio has rolled out its fifth-generation services in 41 more cities including Udhagamandalam, Narsapur, Margao, Rajouri, Thalassery, and Kumarghat. With the latest rollout, Jio 5G is now live in 406 cities.
15 Mar 2023
Reliance JioJio 5G launched in 34 cities, overall count reaches 365
Reliance Jio has launched its fifth-generation service in 34 new cities in India, including Ambur, Suryapet, Sundargarh, Dharmavaram, and Dharamshala.
15 Mar 2023
ThiruvananthapuramKerala Assembly ruckus: 4 Opposition MLAs, 5 security staff injured
The Kerala Legislative Assembly witnessed a ruckus on Wednesday, with Opposition MLAs staging a protest outside Speaker A N Shamseer's office, reported NDTV.
09 Mar 2023
KochiKochi: Residents gasp for breath in aftermath of Brahmapuram fire
Residents in Kochi, Kerala, are complaining of breathlessness and discomfort, eight days after a massive fire at the Brahmapuram dump site started, India Today reported.
09 Mar 2023
IslamActor Shukkur, wife Sheena remarry to financially secure daughters' future
Actor-lawyer Shukkur Vakkeel and his wife of 29 years, Sheena, remarried under the Special Marriage Act (SMA) in Kerala on Wednesday, reported Hindustan Times.
09 Mar 2023
Air IndiaKerala: Air India cabin crew arrested for smuggling gold
A cabin crew of Air India was arrested at the Kochi Airport in Kerala on Wednesday for attempting to smuggle gold, reported ANI.
08 Mar 2023
Reliance JioJio 5G launched in 27 cities, count reaches 331
Reliance Jio has rolled out its 5G services in 27 more cities including Pollachi, Bhatapara, Zahirabad, Ramnagar, and Bankura. With the latest rollout, the telco's 5G services are available in 331 cities across the country.
05 Mar 2023
Communist Party of India - Marxist (CPIM)Kerala Police raids Asianet News channel's office, sparks political row
The Kochi Police on Sunday allegedly raided the Asianet News channel office in Kozhikode, Kerala, in connection with an alleged "fake news" case.
27 Feb 2023
RobotsKerala launches Bandicoot, world's first robotic scavenger for manhole cleaning
Manual scavenging is a grim reality of Indian society and poses a huge health risk to those involved.
24 Feb 2023
Enforcement Directorate (ED)Joyalukkas under ED scanner; assets worth Rs. 305 crore seized
Popular jewelry chain Joyalukkas has come under Enforcement Directorate's (ED) scanner. The investigative agency has seized assets worth Rs. 305 crore over alleged violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA).
24 Feb 2023
ThiruvananthapuramKerala: Full emergency declared at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
In yet another aviation-related incident in India, a full emergency was announced at the Thiruvananthapuram International Airport in Kerala on Friday after a Dammam-bound Air India Express flight from Calicut (also known as Kozhikode) was diverted to the state capital amid suspicions of a reported hydraulic failure.
23 Feb 2023
MumbaiCouple gets Rs. 11 crore anonymous donation for son's treatment
In a gesture of absolute generosity, a Mumbai-based couple from Kerala was left in absolute disbelief after they received a donation of Rs. 11 crore for their child's medical treatment.
22 Feb 2023
RobotsThis temple in Kerala is getting a robotic elephant
Robots have entered several spheres of public life and now they have also made their way to temples in India.
17 Feb 2023
US Presidential ElectionMeet Vivek Ramaswamy, an Indian-American millionaire considering US presidential bid
The 2024 US presidential election is expected to be a crowded affair. The presidential race is expected to feature some of Indian descent as well.
15 Feb 2023
National Investigation Agency (NIA)Crackdown on ISIS: Multiple raids linked to Mangaluru, Coimbatore blasts
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday raided the residences and other properties of several people linked to the terrorist organization ISIS in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala.
09 Feb 2023
IndiaOne-of-its-kind case: Kerala transman gives birth to a baby
Congratulations to the parents!
09 Feb 2023
Malayalam MoviesOTT release only after 42 days theatrical run: Film Chamber
The Kerala Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC) has taken a new decision in regard to films' OTT releases. KFCC on Wednesday said that any film released in the theaters from April 1, 2023, can be shown on OTT only after it completes 42 days of theatrical run.
03 Feb 2023
Bharti AirtelAirtel 5G now live in Kozhikode, Trivandrum and Thrissur
Bharti Airtel has rolled out its 5G services in three cities of Kerala, namely Kozhikode, Trivandrum, and Thrissur.
02 Feb 2023
Madras High CourtMuslim women must approach family court for divorce: Madras HC
A Muslim woman is eligible to practice her right to dissolve a marriage through "Khula" (the process of divorce initiated by the wife) by only approaching a family court and not any private bodies like a Shariat council, said the Madras High Court.