Kerala: News
Shashi Tharoor to skip Satheesan's oath-taking ceremony
Congress leader and Thiruvananthapuram MP Shashi Tharoor will not attend the swearing-in ceremony of VD Satheesan as Kerala's Chief Minister. The event is scheduled to take place in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday.
IMD forecasts early monsoon arrival; to hit Kerala on 26th
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that the southwest monsoon will likely hit Kerala on May 26. The monsoon normally reaches Kerala around June 1 before moving north to cover the rest of India.
Mohanlal's 'Drishyam 3' advance bookings cross ₹10cr globally
The much-anticipated Malayalam crime thriller Drishyam 3, directed by Jeethu Joseph and starring Mohanlal, has reportedly crossed ₹10cr in worldwide advance bookings.
Opposition slams 'Mehngai Man Modi' after post-election fuel hike
The opposition parties have slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi after petrol and diesel prices were hiked by ₹3 per liter, and CNG prices were hiked by ₹2.
Why Satheesan was named Kerala CM over MLAs' choice Venugopal
After 10 days of intense discussions and political maneuvering, the Congress party on Thursday announced its new Chief Minister in Kerala.
Congress names VD Satheesan as new Kerala chief minister
The Indian National Congress has announced VD Satheesan as the new Chief Minister of Kerala, ending 10 days of suspense following the United Democratic Front (UDF)'s sweeping victory in the recent assembly election.
'Dissolve NTA': Resident doctors move SC after NEET-UG paper leak
The Federation of All India Medical Association (FAIMA) has filed a petition in the Supreme Court challenging the "systemic failure" of the National Testing Agency (NTA) after it canceled the NEET-UG 2026 examination on May 3 over allegations of a paper leak.
Posters targeting Rahul Gandhi surface amid Kerala CM pick deadlock
Posters targeting Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra have appeared in Wayanad, Kerala.
NEET paper leak: Gurugram doctor emerges as key link
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) paper leak case has taken a new turn with the arrest of two brothers from Rajasthan's Jamwa Ramgarh.
How to explore Kerala backwaters in 3 days
Exploring Kerala's backwaters is a unique experience, and the best way to do it is through a houseboat cruise. The serene waters and lush landscapes make for a perfect getaway.
Sonia Gandhi admitted to Gurugram's Medanta Hospital for surgery
Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi has been admitted to Medanta Hospital in Gurugram to undergo a minor surgical procedure, ANI reported.
Inside NEET-UG 2026 paper leak trail
The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Tuesday canceled the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2026. The decision was taken after allegations of a large-scale paper leak surfaced.
Rain, dust storms in Delhi-NCR, Haryana; heatwave alert for Rajasthan
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a major weather change across northern India on Tuesday, May 12.
Who will be Kerala's next CM? Congress high command silent
The suspense over who will succeed Pinarayi Vijayan as Kerala's Chief Minister continues, with the new Assembly needing to be constituted before May 23.
What is norovirus that affected over 100 on cruise ship?
More than 100 passengers and crew members reportedly fell ill during a recent norovirus outbreak aboard the Caribbean Princess cruise ship
NEET-2026: Rajasthan SOG probing paper leak; 600 questions matched
A new controversy has emerged over the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) 2026.
Rahul backs Venugopal for Kerala CM post: Report
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has reportedly backed KC Venugopal as the party's choice for the Chief Minister's post in Kerala.
Extreme weather conditions across India till May 14: IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rains, thunderstorms, hailstorms, thundersqualls, and heatwave conditions till May 14.
Tamil Nadu tops drug overdose deaths, replaces Punjab
Tamil Nadu has replaced Punjab as the state with the most drug overdose deaths in India in 2024, according to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB).
ECI issues notifications for new assemblies in 5 poll-held states
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued notifications for the formation of new legislative assemblies in the states of West Bengal, Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.
Malayalam actor Santhosh Nair (65) dies after car accident
Popular Malayalam actor Santhosh K Nair (65) died after a car accident on Tuesday morning. The incident took place at Enathu in Kerala's Pathanamthitta, where the car he was traveling in crashed into a lorry.
CPI(M) acknowledges 'serious setbacks' in Kerala, Bengal
The Communist Party of India (Marxist) has acknowledged major defeats in the recent assembly elections.
With Kerala gone, India has no communist government left
The Communist Party of India (Marxist)-led Left Democratic Front (LDF) government in Kerala is losing power as early trends of the Assembly election results show a lead for the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF).
'99 losses and counting': BJP mocks Rahul Gandhi
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has taken a jibe at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi as his party continues to struggle in the ongoing assembly elections across three states and one union territory, barring Kerala.
Mohanlal-Mammootty's 'Patriot' crosses ₹60cr worldwide in 3 days
The Malayalam film Patriot, starring Mohanlal and Mammootty, is on a roll at the box office. Signalling a strong opening weekend, the movie has reportedly raked in ₹63.61 crore from domestic and foreign collections in just three days of its release.
Kerala election results: UDF leading in majority seats
Emerging trends of the Assembly election counting show that the Congress-UDF is ahead in 90 seats in Kerala. Its rival, the CPI(M)-led LDF, was leading in 35 seats.
IMD warns of 5-day rain, thunderstorms disrupting travel across India
Travelers in India are advised to remain cautious as widespread rains, thunderstorms, and high winds are expected to disrupt transportation in several parts of the country.
Superhit Malayalam film 'Vaazha 2' locks OTT release date
The record-breaking Malayalam film, Vaazha 2: Biopic of a Billion Bros, will make its digital debut on JioHotstar on May 8.
Why 'Patriot's non-Malayalam versions will be delayed
The non-Malayalam versions of the much-anticipated film Patriot are likely to be released a week later than the Malayalam version due to delays in obtaining censorship clearance.
IMD issues rain alert for states in North, Northeast
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds across several states from Friday.
Mohanlal-Mammootty's 'Patriot' predicted to open big; ₹25cr global haul expected
The much-anticipated Malayalam film, Patriot, is set to release this weekend and has already made a significant impact with its advance bookings.
What exit polls predicted for Bengal, Assam, TN, Kerala, Puducherry
The exit poll results of the West Bengal Assembly elections are out and they indicate a possible shift in power.
Exit polls: UDF return in Kerala; DMK to retain TN
The Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) is likely to return to power in Kerala, ending the Left Democratic Front's (LDF) decade-long rule, exit polls have predicted.
'Bengal voting in fearless atmosphere; it was unimaginable earlier': Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed confidence in the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) prospects in West Bengal, based on high voter turnout during the ongoing second phase of polling.
Kerala: Dalit organizations call statewide shutdown over student's suicide
A statewide shutdown in Kerala was called on Tuesday by various Dalit organizations from 6:00am to 6:00pm.
Not pan-Indian, 'Patriot' is 'made for Malayalis,' clarifies Mammootty
Mammootty, the superstar of Malayalam cinema, recently clarified that his upcoming movie Patriot is not a "pan-India" film.
India weather: Western disturbance to bring rain, cool temperatures
India is currently experiencing a dramatic weather shift, with some states expected to witness heavy rainfall while others are under a severe heatwave.
RTI reveals Kerala has no record of ₹75,000cr investment commitment
A Right to Information (RTI) query has revealed that the Kerala government has no information on the ₹75,000 crore investment commitment linked to Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA).
Planning beach vacay in India? Try these lesser-known ones
India's coastline is dotted with a number of beautiful beaches, but some are more famous than others.
Case filed after Coast Guard helicopter flies over Sabarimala temple
The Pampa Police in Kerala have registered a case after an Indian Coast Guard (ICG) helicopter flew over the Sabarimala temple.
Coast Guard chopper flies over Sabarimala temple, raises security concerns
A Coast Guard helicopter flew over the Sabarimala Temple in Kerala on Thursday, raising security concerns.
IMD warns of 44.5°C heatwaves, heavy rainfall in different parts
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has predicted extreme weather conditions across different parts of the country over the next few days.
BJP leader files complaint against Prakash Raj over 'Ramayana' remarks
Actor Prakash Raj is facing a legal complaint for his remarks on the Ramayana from four months ago.
IMD warns of heatwaves, thunderstorms across India till April 25
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has forecast a mix of weather conditions across the country for the ongoing week, up to April 25.
100 ships stuck at Kerala port amid Hormuz blockade
The Vizhinjam Port in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, has become a major hub for increasing vessel traffic due to the US-imposed blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Mohanlal's 'L366' is now 'Athimanoharam': First look out
The makers of the upcoming Malayalam film L366, starring Mohanlal, have unveiled its title and first-look poster on the auspicious occasion of Vishu.
Government proposes expanding Lok Sabha from 543 to 850 seats
The central government has proposed a major expansion of the Lok Sabha, increasing its strength from 543 to 850 seats.
Kerala dental student dies by suicide, family alleges faculty harassment
A first-year Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) student at Kannur Dental College in Kerala died on April 10.
Kerala girl missing for 3 days found dead in Karnataka
A 15-year-old girl from Kerala, who had gone missing during a family trip to Karnataka's Chikkamagaluru district, was found dead on Friday.
Month after marriage, 'Mahakumbh viral girl' Monalisa exposed as minor
Monalisa, who became known as the "Mahakumbh viral girl," has once again made headlines after an investigation revealed that she is a minor.
'Mahakumbh viral girl' Monalisa a minor; POCSO case against husband
Monalisa, popularly known as the "Mahakumbh viral girl," has once again made headlines after her marriage to a Muslim man.
Will exit polls be released for Assam, Kerala, Puducherry today?
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has banned the release of exit polls till April 29. This decision comes as voting is underway in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry on Thursday.
AI cameras monitor polling booths in Kerala Assembly elections
As Kerala witnesses 2026 Assembly elections today, authorities are leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) technology to streamline the voting process.
Polling for 296 assembly seats in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry begins
Polling for 126 Assembly seats in Assam, 140 in Kerala, and 30 in Puducherry began at 7:00am on Thursday.