Kerala: News
Heavy rain lashes Delhi-NCR as monsoon arrives
Heavy rain lashed parts of Delhi NCR, including Malviya Nagar, where a massive fire at a hotel killed 21 people and INA.
Monsoon arrives in Kerala: Heavy rains expected till June 9
The southwest monsoon has officially set in over Kerala, three days later than usual, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) announced on Thursday.
Vijay allots lone vacant Rajya Sabha seat to Congress
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has allocated the only vacant Rajya Sabha seat from the state to his alliance partner, the Congress.
Kerala HC grants relief to Monalisa's husband in kidnapping case
The Kerala High Court has granted transit bail to Farmaan Khan, the husband of Monalisa, who gained fame at the Kumbh Mela, in a kidnapping case filed by her father.
'Burned, suffocated, beaten': Kerala toddler dies after stepfather's brutal torture
A 1.5-year-old boy was allegedly tortured for almost two months and killed by his stepfather in Kerala's Nedumangad.
Southwest monsoon to finally hit Kerala around June 4: IMD
The southwest monsoon is expected to hit Kerala on June 4, 2026, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said.
Monsoon's Kerala date postponed, weak onset predicted by IMD
The India Meteorological Department's (IMD) latest weather model forecasts a delayed monsoon onset over Kerala.
Indian-origin pilot killed in helicopter crash hours after wedding
Dave Fiji, an Indian-origin Delta Air Lines pilot, was killed in a helicopter crash in Dawson County, Georgia, just hours after he married Jessni at The Revere wedding venue.
'Drishyam 3' remains strong; nears ₹250 crore mark worldwide
The Malayalam film Drishyam 3, starring Mohanlal and directed by Jeethu Joseph, is continuing its successful run at the box office.
PM talks about Chola-era copper plates in 'Mann Ki Baat'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted the historic return of ancient Chola-era copper plates from the Netherlands.
Pre-monsoon 'aandhi' hits Delhi-NCR, IMD issues orange alert
A dust storm has hit the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR), bringing along thunderstorms and rain.
Indian-origin man killed in rare bear attack in Canada
Hrishikesh Koloth, a 27-year-old Indian-origin mixed martial arts (MMA) trainee, was killed in a rare bear attack at a uranium exploration site in northern Saskatchewan, Canada.
Kerala native on Saudi death row returns home after 20yrs
Abdul Rahim, a native of Feroke, Kerala, returned home on Eid al-Adha after spending nearly two decades in a Saudi Arabian prison. His release came after an intense crowdfunding campaign by Malayalis across the globe.
'Drishyam 3' remains strong; crosses ₹180cr in 7 days
Mohanlal's latest release, Drishyam 3, has reportedly crossed the ₹180cr mark at the worldwide box office within just seven days of its release.
CRPF personnel attacked after raids at Pinarayi Vijayan's house
Supporters of former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan allegedly attacked Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel outside his residence in Thiruvananthapuram on Wednesday.
Mohanlal's 'Drishyam 3' crosses ₹170cr in 6 days
The Malayalam thriller Drishyam 3, directed by Jeethu Joseph and starring Mohanlal, has crossed the ₹170 crore mark worldwide within six days of its release.
ED raids former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan's house
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday conducted searches at 10 locations across Kerala, including the residence of former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.
India's southwest monsoon likely to arrive in 2-3 days: IMD
Kerala is still waiting for the southwest monsoon to arrive, even though the India Meteorological Department (IMD) had predicted its arrival on May 26.
Extreme heatwave conditions persist across north, central India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red and yellow alerts for severe heatwave conditions in several northern and western states of India.
'Drishyam 3' remains strong; collects ₹156cr in 5 days
Mohanlal's Drishyam 3 has raked in over ₹156 crore worldwide within five days of its release.
Delhi weather: IMD forecasts thunderstorms, lightning on scorching day
Delhi is bracing for another scorching day, with the India Meteorological Department(IMD) forecasting a possible respite by evening.
Extreme heat wave conditions likely in parts of India: IMD
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has predicted that heat wave conditions will continue to prevail in Central India till the end of May.
Bumper opening: 'Drishyam 3' collects ₹48cr globally on Day 1
The much-awaited Malayalam film Drishyam 3, starring Mohanlal, was released on Thursday. It reportedly grossed over ₹35 crore in advance bookings and opened to a strong response at the box office.
Suriya's 'Karuppu' dominates; enters ₹200cr club in 7 days
Suriya's latest release, Karuppu, directed by RJ Balaji, has taken the box office by storm. The action-comedy fantasy film also stars Trisha Krishnan and Natty Natraj, among others.
Dr. N Rajam: Hindustani violinist awarded the Padma Vibhushan
Dr. N Rajam, a 2026 recipient of the Padma Vibhushan award, is a distinguished Hindustani musician known for her unique style of violin playing called gayaki ang.
Mohanlal starrer 'Drishyam 3' to get a sequel?
The much-anticipated third installment of the Drishyam franchise, Drishyam 3, was released on Thursday to a record-breaking opening in major markets.
Devaki Amma G: Kerala's 'forest mother' honored with Padma Shri
Kollakkayil Devaki Amma G, a 92-year-old environmentalist from Kerala, has been honored with the Padma Shri award for her remarkable work in afforestation and biodiversity conservation.
Kerala CM VD Satheesan scraps LDF's controversial SilverLine rail project
Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan has announced the scrapping of the controversial Thiruvananthapuram-Kasaragod SilverLine rail corridor project.
Full 'Vande Mataram' recital at Kerala oath-taking triggers controversy
The recent Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) Cabinet swearing-in ceremony in Kerala has sparked a controversy over the full rendition of the national song "Vande Mataram."
IMD warns of heatwave across India; temperatures may touch 46°C
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a special alert for heatwave conditions across India this week.
Mercury to rise 5°C amid North India heatwave: IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a severe heatwave warning for North India with temperatures expected to touch 45°C.
VD Satheesan takes oath as Kerala CM
Congress leader VD Satheesan was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Kerala on Monday.
Posters threatening Rahul, Priyanka in Kerala; case registered
A case has been registered after posters warning senior Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra appeared in Kerala's Wayanad.
Southwest monsoon arrives in parts of Bay of Bengal
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has announced an early onset of the Southwest monsoon this year.
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.