Kerala: News
From Alleppey to Kumarakom: The magic of kayaking in Kerala
Kayaking through Kerala's backwaters is the best way to explore the state's hidden gems.
Parvathy books Don Palathara's next; production begins soon
National Film Award-winning actor Parvathy Thiruvothu will lead the upcoming Malayalam film directed by Don Palathara.
Kerala HC quashes ownership certificates: Mohanlal ivory case explained
The Kerala High Court on Friday quashed the ownership certificates issued to actor Mohanlal for possessing ivory.
Veteran stunt director Malaysia Bhaskar dies of heart attack
The Indian film industry is grieving the loss of veteran stunt director Malaysia Bhaskar, who died of a heart attack in Malaysia.
Why Malabar Gold is facing calls for boycott this Dhanteras
Malabar Gold & Diamonds, a prominent jewelry brand from Kerala, is facing calls for a boycott on the auspicious occasion of Dhanteras.
Low-pressure area formed over Arabian Sea; northeast monsoon intensifies
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert as the Northeast monsoon strengthens.
Kerala minister offers support to girl refused entry over hijab
Kerala General Education Minister V Sivankutty has offered to help a Muslim student who was denied entry into a Kochi school for wearing a hijab.
Sabarimala temple to reopen for monthly poojas on October 17
The Sabarimala Lord Ayyappa temple in Kerala's Pathanamthitta district will reopen for monthly poojas on October 17.
Explainer: What is the Kerala Catholic school hijab row
A private school in Kerala's Ernakulam district has declared a two-day holiday following protests by parents over the school's refusal to allow a Muslim student to wear a hijab.
IMD predicts heavy rainfall in southern states till October 18
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread rainfall and thunderstorms across southern states, including Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana, till October 18.
Kerala reports 104 cases, 23 deaths of 'brain-eating' amoebic encephalitis
Kerala has reported 104 cases of amoebic encephalitis, a rare and often fatal brain infection caused by the "brain-eating amoeba" Naegleria fowleri.
IMD predicts favorable monsoon withdrawal from central, eastern India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a favorable monsoon withdrawal from most parts of central and eastern India in the next two to three days.
IMD issues orange alert for heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu and southern interior Karnataka. The alert comes as the southwest monsoon season continues to linger over southern India.
ED summons Dulquer Salmaan in luxury car smuggling case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned actor-producer Dulquer Salmaan in connection with the recent seizure of three high-end pre-owned SUVs by Customs.
Cough syrup deaths: PIL in SC seeks CBI probe
A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the deaths of 14 children in Madhya Pradesh, allegedly after consuming a cough syrup.
Kalyani Priyadarshan's 'Lokah' is now the highest-grossing film in Kerala
The Malayalam film Lokah: Chapter 1 - Chandra has set a new record by becoming the highest-grossing film of all time in Kerala.
Cyclone Shakhti weakens; several North Indian states on orange alert
India's major cities and regions are likely to witness rain and thunderstorms on Monday due to a western disturbance, with the severe cyclonic storm Shakhti primarily affecting the Arabian Sea region.
11 children's deaths: Drug watchdog urges strict action against Coldrif
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) is planning to take strict action against the manufacturers of Coldrif syrup. This comes after 11 children died allegedly due to contaminated cough syrups.
Kerala: Woman attacked by dog dies of rabies despite vaccination
A 65-year-old woman died of rabies at the Government Medical College Hospital in Kottayam, Kerala, on Saturday.
'Leaders elected by corpses...ruling Kerala': Union minister's remarks spark row
Union Minister Suresh Gopi has stirred up a controversy with his latest remarks in Idukki district.
Dulquer Salmaan moves HC over luxury car seized by customs
Actor Dulquer Salmaan has approached the Kerala High Court, challenging the Customs Department's decision to seize one of his high-end cars on allegations of tax evasion.
Kerala brain-eating amoeba scare: why stagnant freshwater poses deadly risk
Kerala is battling a deadly outbreak of Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM), a rare and often fatal brain infection caused by the Naegleria fowleri parasite.
Why were Dulquer Salmaan, Prithviraj Sukumaran's homes raided?
In a major crackdown on luxury car tax evasion, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) and Customs have launched a nationwide operation called "Numkoor," with Kerala being a key focus area.
IMD predicts heavy rain in Northeast; moderate rain in Kerala
The monsoon season is still active across India, with several states witnessing heavy rainfall.
How much gold, silver does Sabarimala temple hold
The Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple in Kerala is one of India's richest pilgrimage sites.
Southwest monsoon withdraws from west Rajasthan, 3 days before schedule
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has announced that the Southwest monsoon has started withdrawing from parts of west Rajasthan.
Monsoon likely to start withdrawing from September 15: IMD
The southwest monsoon is likely to start withdrawing from northwest India around September 15, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said.
When, where to watch Sidharth-Janhvi's 'Param Sundari' on OTT
The new romantic comedy Param Sundari, starring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor, is heading to Amazon Prime Video after its theatrical release.
GST hike: Kerala traders urge FM to reconsider tax rates
The Kerala Textile and Garments Dealers Association has requested the Finance Minister to reconsider the revised Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates of 18% on the apparel sector.
GST on lotteries increased to 40% despite Kerala's plea
The Indian government has increased the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on lotteries from 28% to a whopping 40%.
Your health, life insurance premiums are about to become cheaper
The Group of Ministers (GoM) on health and life insurance has tentatively agreed that Goods and Services Tax (GST) should be exempted from these insurance policies.
Thanks to dogs, I'm famous globally: SC judge
Supreme Court Justice Vikram Nath has said that a recent stray dog case has made him famous worldwide.
Over 170 flights hit as rain lashes Delhi-NCR
The Delhi-NCR region awoke to heavy rain on Friday morning, causing severe flooding and traffic jams in various places.
Suspended Kerala Congress MLA now booked for stalking women
The Kerala Crime Branch has registered a case against Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil for allegedly stalking and harassing women and causing mental agony on social media.
Malayalam actor Rajesh Keshav critical after cardiac arrest during event
Renowned Malayalam actor and television presenter Rajesh Keshav (49), popularly known as RK, is in a critical state after suffering a cardiac arrest during a live event in Kochi on Sunday night.
Is Shashi Tharoor's sister the real Amul girl?
The iconic blue-haired girl in a red polka-dotted dress, popularly known as the Amul Girl, has become a cultural phenomenon in India. She is known for her witty one-liners and "utterly butterly" charm.
Kerala man files vice presidential nomination, forging signatures of MPs
A case of forgery has emerged in the vice presidential election nomination process, which was closed on August 21.
ECI is BJP's agent, says Rahul Gandhi at Bihar rally
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused the Election Commission of India (ECI) of acting as an agent for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Kerala Congress MLA accused of sexual misconduct by multiple women
Rahul Mamkootathil, a Congress MLA from Kerala's Palakkad, has been accused of sexual misconduct by multiple women, including actor Rini George, writer Honey Bhaskaran, and trans woman activist Avanthika.
Adani Group begins work on ₹600cr logistics park in Kerala
The Adani Group has commenced work on a new logistics park in Kalamassery, Kerala.