Three killed as speeding luxury car rams scooter near Nedumbassery; driver detained
Three young colleagues died near Cochin International Airport when a speeding luxury car ploughed into their scooter. The detained driver, allegedly aggressive, faces police investigation over the fatal early-morning crash.
A Modi bhakt, will remain in BJP till death, says former DGP R Sreelekha
Former DGP and BJP councillor R Sreelekha denied resignation rumours, reaffirming her lifelong commitment to the party and Prime Minister Narendra Modi while dismissing misleading media reports as entirely false.
Poor lighting, safety concerns mar Mannathoor’s tourism potential
Pallithazham in Thirumarady has scenic tourist potential, but poor lighting, anti-social drinking, and potential quarrying threaten its appeal. Locals urge authorities to improve security, install streetlights, and promote planned tourism development.
Kollam devotees demand action as National Highway works threaten tradition
NHAI Project Director Debaprasad Sahoo is visiting the Thrikkadavoor Mahadevar Temple site to address concerns that highway construction threatens its Nedumkuthira Eduppu ritual, following devotees erecting a 17.5-metre protest horse.
Contractor default delays Kochi Water Metro’s Kadamakkudy launch; KMRL re-tenders dredging
Kochi Water Metro services to Kadamakkudy Islands are delayed because a contractor failed to start required dredging. KMRL is now re-tendering the work, aiming to finish the pending channel deepening within one month.
SIR: Jayarajan calls CM’s claim on CPM complaint a ‘blatant lie’, seeks probe against Kelkar
CPM leader M V Jayarajan accused the Chief Minister of lying about electoral roll complaints, alleging widespread irregularities in voter deletions and registrations, and demanded a transparent probe into officials.
MLA Najeeb Kanthapuram apologises before court for blocking bank’s house eviction proceedings in Malappuram
Perinthalmanna MLA Najeeb Kanthapuram apologised in a Manjeri court for criminal contempt after obstructing a court-ordered eviction over a loan default, promising a permanent financial solution for the distressed family.
CUK protests: Registrar-headed teachers’ body raises ‘anti-national’ bogey; students question inquiry fairness
An RSS-linked teachers' organisation at the Central University of Kerala alleged 'anti-national forces' behind student protests against seminar suspensions, prompting student bodies to question the inquiry committee's impartiality.
Built from 850kg of e-waste, 25-ft Trojan Horse gives ancient Greek legend a cyber twist in Kochi
Artist Davinci Suresh created India’s tallest e-waste cybersecurity sculpture for the Cocon 2026 conference in Kochi. Weighing over two tonnes, the twenty-five-foot Cyber Trojan Horse warns against digital deception.
Locals block quarry work in Kasaragod, demand land status verification
Residents in Kodom-Belur are protesting a proposed residential stone quarry after owners withdrew from official talks. Officials promised a decision within a week regarding the legality of the disputed site.
School students in Idukki write letters to mother earth for world post day
Chemmannar St. Xavier's Higher Secondary School marked World Post Day by holding a nature awareness program, where students wrote environmental letters for a national competition alongside an educational philatelic exhibition.
Half marathon held in Vaikom to raise awareness against drugs
Ilanji VISAT College organised an anti-drug marathon from Vaikom to Thalayolaparambu under its 'Toofan' initiative. MLA K Binimon flagged off the event, which engaged hundreds of students to raise awareness against substance abuse.
Despite complaints, demand for bus shelter at Kavalayoor junction in TVM is yet to be met
Locals demand a bus shelter at Kavalayoor Junction after authorities ignored years of complaints and felled a protective banyan tree. The panchayat promises to 'seriously consider the matter' amid ongoing commuter hardship.
Kerala lottery Karunya KR-771 result today 10/10/2026: ₹1 cr first prize for KY 383414 | Check complete list
The Kerala State Lottery Department has announced the results of the Karunya KR-771 lottery draw. The lucky draw was held at Gorky Bhavan, near Bakery Junction in Thiruvananthapuram, at 3 pm on Tuesday. The first prize is ₹1 crore, subject to a 30% tax deduction. The second prize is ₹30 lakh,
Muthanga custodial torture: Govt to pay KK Surendran ₹12.5 lakh recovered from erring cops
Following the Muthanga agitation, the Kerala government will pay KK Surendran twelve and a half lakh rupees in police brutality compensation, recovering the funds directly from the responsible officers without filing any appeal.
EMS or CH Muhammed Koya: As CPM, IUML spar over credit, EMS Masjid stands tall
Kerala's Pulamanthol Town Juma Masjid, locally named after communist leader E.M.S. Namboodiripad, highlights a political dispute over which party ended British-era colonial restrictions on constructing Malabar mosques.
Badiyadukka in the dark as streetlights stop working; residents await panchayat action
Residents in Badiyadukka panchayat face hardship as streetlights and the town circle high-mast light are broken. Panchayat President D. Shankara stated that an estimate is prepared to repair forty-seven expired mini-mast lights.
Calls intensify in Wayanad for drinking water from Banasura Sagar dam
Despite completed infrastructure, Wayanad's Banasura Sagar Dam water project remains stalled due to a contractors' strike, sparking urgent calls for distribution as seasonal drought threatens five panchayats.
12-month-old Ongole bull steals the show at Kozhikode cattle exhibition
Madathil Abdul Azeez won multiple awards at a Kozhikode cattle exhibition featuring a twelve-month-old Ongole bull. Standing six feet tall and weighing 500 kilograms, the majestic animal drew large crowds of admiring visitors.
Working women's hostel built by Pathanapuram Block Panchayat opens
MLA Jyothikumar Chamakkala inaugurated Pathanapuram's new working women's hostel, funded by central and state authorities alongside block panchayat contributions, prioritising female professionals and older students for affordable accommodation.
Punjab link emerges in MDMA seizures in Mangaluru, Kasaragod; seven arrested
Police arrested seven people and seized 2.46kg of MDMA worth over ₹2 crore following an initial Kerala arrest, uncovering Punjab-sourced trafficking networks operating through couriers and trains.
Lensman Taha Mohammed's photography exhibition in Kochi unveils unique frames of frozen moments
Filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan inaugurated Taha Mohammed’s 'Silver to Sensor' photography exhibition on October 7 at Ernakulam's Lalithakala Akademi Art Gallery. Running until October 15, the showcase explores unique visual interpretations of light and life.
Omani Rial hits all-time high against Indian Rupee, offers windfall for expats
The Omani Rial has reached a historic high of ₹251.16 against the Indian Rupee, driven by the Rupee's depreciation against the US Dollar, providing Indian expatriates in Oman with significantly more lucrative monthly remittances.
Kottayam bus crash: 18-year-old pedestrian dies; four victims still critical
Eighteen-year-old Anjali died after a speeding private bus crashed into a Kottayam pavement. Four other women were injured, and police have detained the driver and conductor following the tragic accident.
New PSC rank list for Planning Board chief exam, complainant secures first rank
Candidate who earlier secured first rank and joined service slips to fifth position
Kerala HC orders further probe into violinist Balabhaskar’s death, slams 'casual' CBI investigation
The Kerala High Court ordered a fresh CBI investigation into violinist Balabhaskar’s 2018 fatal car crash, criticising the agency’s previous probe as 'casual and lackadaisical' for ignoring numerous suspicious circumstances.
Kerala cuts out middlemen to reduce medicine costs, saves ₹18.5 crore on insulin purchases
Kerala’s medical corporation slashed procurement costs for essential drugs like insulin and Risdiplam by bypassing intermediaries and negotiating directly with manufacturers, successfully securing massive public savings and ensuring uninterrupted hospital supplies.
Satheesan pacifies Adoor, accepts Kuzhalnadan's unintentional support to reject FIRs against UDF leaders
Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan defended his administration during a press briefing, dismissing controversies regarding diary entries, electoral roll revisions, and an internal party revolt by promising future consultations and corrections.
Kollam man held for raping Kasaragod woman, sending intimate video to husband, daughter
Rahul, 32, was arrested in Ernakulam for allegedly drugging and sexually assaulting a married woman he befriended on Facebook under the alias 'Prem', and subsequently circulating an intimate video of her to family members.
Kerala Police to go futuristic in Kochi; AI humanoids for traffic control, armoured robotic vehicles for patrols
Kerala Police signed an MoU with I Hub Robotics to deploy AI-driven humanoid traffic cops and autonomous armoured ground vehicles for surveillance, aiming to ease manpower shortages and enhance public safety operations.
Private bus crashes onto footpath in Kottayam; two critical
On Friday, a speeding bus mounted a Kottayam footpath during heavy rain, injuring five people, two critically. The driver was caught fleeing, and police are currently investigating the cause.
Stephen Hawking inspires Thrissur’s Gayathri to pursue science dreams on wheelchair
Inspired by Stephen Hawking, twenty-four-year-old Gayathri C Nair, who uses a wheelchair due to a rare mobility condition, earned a BTech in computer science and now plans to pursue doctoral research and launch an IT startup.
568 schemes in 100 days, says CM; Govt to launch ‘Jana Sparsham’ drive to clear pending files
Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan announced ‘Jana Sparsham’, a special drive running from October 15 to December 31 to clear over 2.76 lakh pending government files and improve interdepartmental coordination.
Kodungallur fisherfolk forced to fight seaweed, plastic waste for survival
Indian fisherfolk in Kodungallur face severe financial distress as invasive seaweed, plastic waste and illegal night fishing devastate fish stocks and damage nets, threatening their traditional livelihoods and forcing younger generations away.
After Champions trophy, Mahatma Gandhi trophy boat race in Kasaragod too faces cancellation
Kasaragod enthusiasts are angry as the Mahatma Gandhi Trophy boat race on the Tejaswini river may be cancelled for want of organisers, following the disappearance of the Champions Trophy from the district.
Nirangal exhibition-cum-sale opens in Kottayam, showcases fashion and lifestyle
The 'Nirangal' exhibition-cum-sale, organised by the Kasturba Social Welfare Centre, has officially commenced at KPS Menon Hall in Kottayam. The event offers a premium curation of branded apparel, handcrafted jewellery, and artisanal home decor sourced from across India. Operating from 10 am to 8