Kerala: News

18 Jul 2023

Congress Party

Ex-Kerala CM, Congress veteran Oommen Chandy passes away at 79

Congress stalwart and former Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy (79) passed away in Bengaluru in the early hours of Tuesday after a prolonged illness.

15 Jul 2023

Thrissur

Explore these must-visit destinations in Thrissur, Kerala

One of the popular centers of culture and tradition in Kerala, Thrissur houses several ancient temples and churches with stunning architecture that will leave travelers mesmerized.

Weather update: Monsoon surge forecast over north India from Sunday

In its latest weather bulletin, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast that the northern parts of India would receive substantial rainfall from Sunday onwards.

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 row

Kerala: 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.

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 & Wellness

West 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 Movies

Veteran 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.

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

Monsoon

Monsoon 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.

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.

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

Monsoon

Monsoon 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.

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 Gandhi

Kerala 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.

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 Movies

Malayalam actor-mimicry artist Kollam Sudhi (39) dies in road accident

Malayalam actor and mimicry artist Kollam Sudhi is no more.

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-19

India 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.

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.

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

Chennai

Kerala: 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 Tourism

Traveling 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

Sudan

Body 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.

SC 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."

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.

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 Movies

Why 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 Vijayan

Kerala: 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 Modi

Kerala: 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

Shopping

5 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

Bihar

Kerala: 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.