Kerala: News
Heavy rain in Delhi disrupts flight operations; airlines issue advisoriesÂ
Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in Delhi on Tuesday morning have disrupted flight operations at the Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Nimisha Priya case: Government denies report her death sentence overturnedÂ
The death sentence of Indian nurse Nimisha Priya, who was convicted of murder in Yemen, has been overturned, the office of Indian Grand Mufti Kanthapuram AP Abubakker Musliyar announced on Monday.
IMD issues red alert for these states on July 27
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat on July 27.
Amputee rape-murder convict, who escaped Kerala prison, caught after 10hrs
A notorious rape and murder convict, Govindachamy, escaped from the high-security Kannur Central Jail in Kerala early Friday morning.
2011 Soumya rape-murder accused, serving life imprisonment, escapes from jailÂ
Govindachamy, a life convict in the 2011 Soumya rape and murder case, has escaped from the high-security Kannur Central Jail in Kerala.
What was cost of parking UK's F-35B in Thiruvananthapuram airport?
A British Royal Navy F-35B Lightning II stealth fighter jet, which has been stranded in Kerala for over five weeks, has finally left the country.
UK's stranded F-35B fighter jet departs from Thiruvananthapuram airport
The United Kingdom's F-35B fighter jet, which had made an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram airport on June 14, has finally taken off after successful repairs.
IMD predicts heavy rains for several states till July 27Â Â
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather warning for several states, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall.
UAE: Another Kerala woman found dead; family alleges dowry harassment
A 29-year-old woman from Kerala was found dead in her apartment in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Saturday morning.
Nimisha Priya case now rests on 'Qisas'—What's this Islamic law Â
Nimisha Priya, a 38-year-old nurse from Kerala, is currently on death row in Yemen after being convicted of murdering her business partner, Talal Abdo Mehdi.
Lesser-known dance forms of KeralaÂ
Known for its rich cultural heritage, Kerala has a variety of traditional dance forms.
'No pardon': Yemeni man's family demands execution of Nimisha PriyaÂ
The brother of Talal Abdo Mehdi, the Yemeni man allegedly murdered by Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya in 2017, has demanded her execution.
Harassed over dowry, Kerala woman kills infant daughter, then self Â
A 32-year-old woman from Kerala, Vipanchika Mani, allegedly died by suicide on July 8 after killing her one-and-a-half-year-old daughter, Vybhavi, in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya's execution in Yemen postponedÂ
The execution of Indian nurse Nimisha Priya, which was scheduled for July 16 in Yemen, has been postponed, multiple news channels reported.
Trust offers â‚ą11cr to stay execution of nurse Nimisha Priya Â
Efforts are underway to delay the execution of Nimisha Priya, a 38-year-old Kerala nurse sentenced to death in Yemen.
Kerala reports second Nipah virus death; 6 districts on alert
A 57-year-old man from Palakkad district, Kerala, died on July 12 allegedly after contracting the Nipah virus.
President nominates 4 new members to Rajya Sabha
President Droupadi Murmu has nominated four new members to the Rajya Sabha.
IMD issues orange alert for heavy rainfall in 4 states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for heavy rainfall in four states—Uttarakhand, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Gujarat.
IMD issues yellow alert for Delhi, Gurugram due to rainfall
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Delhi and Gurugram, warning of moderate to heavy rainfall.
Indian-origin student pilot killed in midair collision in CanadaÂ
A 21-year-old student pilot from Kerala, Sreehari Sukesh, was killed in a midair collision near Steinbach South Airport in Manitoba, Canada.
Indian nurse Nimisha Priya faces execution next week in YemenÂ
Nimisha Priya, an Indian nurse from Kerala, will be executed in Yemen on July 16, multiple reports said.
Kerala government sponsored Pakistan 'spy' Jyoti to promote tourism: RTI
Jyoti Malhotra, a vlogger arrested for allegedly spying for Pakistan, had visited Kerala on an official invitation from the state government, a Right to Information (RTI) reply has revealed.
Stranded UK Royal Navy's F-35B fighter jet towed to hangar
The Royal Navy's F-35B stealth fighter jet, which has been stranded at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport in Kerala for over three weeks, has finally been towed to a hangar.
British team to examine stranded F-35 in Kerala today
A British team of around 25 to 40 aviation engineers is expected to reach Thiruvananthapuram on July 5, with an initial schedule for Sunday, to examine the F-35 fighter jet of the Royal Navy.
GST relief could lower prices on kitchenware, clothes, and shoes
The Indian government is reportedly considering a reduction in Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates for middle and lower-income households.
Oman-bound oil tanker catches fire; Indian Navy comes to rescue
The Indian Navy's stealth frigate, INS Tabar, has come to the rescue of a Palau-flagged oil tanker, MT Yi Cheng 6, in the Gulf of Oman.
IMD forecasts heavy rainfall for multiple states till July 5Â
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall in several parts of the country over the next few days.
Monsoon covers entire country by June 29, 2025
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has announced that monsoon rains will cover the entire country by June 29, 2025.
Bypoll results: AAP defeats BJP in Gujarat; Trinamool retains KaliganjÂ
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has won the Visavadar Assembly bypoll in Gujarat, marking one of its major electoral successes since February's defeat in Delhi to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
5 assembly bypoll results today: Which party is leading whereÂ
The bypoll results for five constituencies across four states—Gujarat, Punjab, Kerala, and West Bengal—are being declared on Monday.
By-elections for 5 seats in 4 states underway: Key points
Voting is currently underway for by-elections in five assembly seats across Gujarat, Punjab, Kerala, and West Bengal.
Which state performed the best in school education, which worst
Chandigarh, Punjab, Delhi, Gujarat, and Odisha have emerged as the top performers in the 2023-24 Performing Grade Index for Districts (PGI-D), a report by the Ministry of Education has said.
UK Navy's F-35 fighter jet makes emergency landing in India
A United Kingdom (UK) Navy F-35 fighter jet made an emergency landing at Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on Saturday night.
India reports 17 new COVID-19 cases, 10 deaths
India reported a marginal decline in active COVID-19 cases on Sunday, with the tally falling to 7,383 from 7,400 the day before.
Heatwave relief for Delhi; IMD forecasts thunderstorm, rainÂ
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted thunderstorms and rain in Delhi on Friday, bringing some respite from the scorching heat.
Tragedy strikes 'Kantara' sets again: Third junior artist dies
In a tragic turn of events, Viju VK, a 33-year-old junior artist from Kerala, has died due to a heart attack. The incident took place while he was shooting for Kantara Chapter 1 in Agumbe.
Naslen-Mamitha's 'Premalu 2' delayed due to production issues
The much-anticipated sequel to the blockbuster Malayalam romantic comedy Premalu has been delayed. Actor-director and co-producer Dileesh Pothan confirmed the news in a recent interview with The Cue.
India reports 306 new COVID-19 cases, 6 deaths in 24hrsÂ
India reported a total of 306 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, according to data shared by the Union Health Ministry.
RT-PCR test now mandatory for ministers meeting PM ModiÂ
An RT-PCR test has been made mandatory for ministers meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, reported India Today TV.
Fires, explosions persist aboard ship off Kerala coast; 18 rescued
The Indian Navy's INS Surat has successfully rescued 18 crew members of a Singapore-flagged container vessel that caught fire on June 9, while 4 remain missing.
Container ship catches fire off Kerala coast, 22 crew strandedÂ
A Singapore-flagged container ship, MV Wan Hai 503, caught fire off the Beypore coast in Kozhikode, Kerala, on Monday morning.
World's largest container ship docks at Kerala's Vizhinjam port
In a historic first for South Asia, the world's largest container ship, MSC IRINA, has docked at the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala.
IMD issues rainfall alert for 11 states till June 5
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for 11 states and union territories, including Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, and Assam.
'Pandemic..far from over': Delhi court seeks report on COVID-19 policy Â
The Delhi High Court has ordered the central government to submit a status report on COVID-19 sample collection, transport, and testing within six weeks.
Shashi Tharoor to address Congress criticism after returning to India Â
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has vowed to address criticism from his party over his comments on 'Operation Sindoor' after he returns from an all-party international mission.
COVID-19 cases in India nears 4,000; 32 deaths reportedÂ
India has witnessed a sharp rise in COVID-19 cases, with the active case count nearing 4,000.
COVID-19 cases in India at 3,395; 4 dead in 24hrs
India has seen a sharp rise in COVID-19 cases, with active infections touching 3,395 as of Saturday. This is a steep increase from the mere 257 cases reported on May 22.
COVID-19 cases cross 2,700-mark: Kerala, Maharashtra worst hit
India has reported a sharp rise in active COVID-19 cases, with the number crossing 2,700.
IMD predicts heavy rainfall in Kerala, Karnataka, Assam
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall with thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds in several states on Saturday, May 31.
CPI(M) MP cites Khurshid to counter Asim Munir's remark
Communist Party of India (Marxist) Member of Parliament John Brittas has slammed Pakistan Army chief General Asim Munir's statement about Hindus and Muslims being different.
Rain, thunderstorms likely in Delhi with 70 km/h wind speedÂ
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Delhi on Friday, predicting rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds of up to 70km/h. The warning was upgraded from a previous yellow alert.
IMD forecasts 'above-normal' monsoon rainfall in June
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has revised its monsoon forecast, predicting above-normal rainfall for most of India.
Nagarjuna may play villain in Rajinikanth's 'Jailer 2': Report
The buzz around Jailer 2, the sequel to the 2023 blockbuster starring Rajinikanth, is getting stronger with reports of new cast members.
Another red alert issued for heavy rain in Mumbai
Mumbai has recorded its earliest monsoon onset ever, with over 200mm of rain falling in several parts of the city.
100 containers—likely hazardous—seen floating after ship sinks off Kerala coast Â
Over 100 containers were seen floating in the sea after the Liberian-flagged MV MSC ELSA 3 sank off Kerala's coast.
Mumbai's newly-inaugurated Worli Metro station flooded after heavy rain
The Worli underground metro station in Mumbai was inundated with muddy water after the city witnessed an early monsoon.
Kerala on alert after Liberian ship carrying 'hazardous containers' capsizes Â
Kerala is on high alert after a Liberian-flagged cargo ship, MSC ELSA 3, capsized near Kochi city on Sunday.
Heavy rain lashes Mumbai, Pune; Karnataka on high alert
Mumbai and Pune have been witnessing heavy rainfall as the southwest monsoon advances after hitting Kerala on May 24.
Delhi-NCR: Heavy rains disrupt flights, roads get flooded
Delhi and its neighboring areas were battered by heavy rains and thunderstorms early on Sunday.
Monsoon reaches Kerala, earliest onset over Indian mainland since 2009
The southwest monsoon has made an early arrival in India this year, reaching Kerala on Saturday.
'One state, one global destination': PM at Niti Aayog meet
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged states to develop "future-ready" cities and at least one world-class tourist destination.
PM Modi, others greet Kerala CM on 80th birthday
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several political leaders have extended their warm wishes to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on his 80th birthday.
Monsoon to arrive in Kerala earliest in 16 years
The southwest monsoon is expected to hit Kerala within the next 24 hours, making it the earliest onset in 16 years.
IMD issues 'red alert' for Goa, several Maharashtra coastal districtsÂ
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a "red alert" for Goa and Maharashtra's coastal districts, including Raigad and Ratnagiri.
Mohanlal announces liver transplant aid, anti-drug campaign on his birthday
Malayalam cinema's beloved superstar, Mohanlal, is celebrating his 65th birthday on Wednesday with a flurry of heartfelt wishes from fans and colleagues.
Heavy rain expected in 10+ states; check detailsÂ
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall in Mumbai and West Bengal on Wednesday.
5 dead in Bengaluru rains; 5 more rainfall days predictedÂ
Bengaluru is reeling under heavy rainfall, causing widespread disruption and flooding in several areas.