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Community drawing campaign to be held in Kozhikode on June 5
Kozhikode UNESCO City of Literature is partnering with ‘The Colors of Childhood Inspiration 2026’, an initiative organised by the Ulyanovsk City of Literature in Russia
NIA conducts multi-State raids in Chemmad explosives seizure case
Simultaneous raids were conducted at 19 locations in Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. In Kerala, premises in Kozhikode, Malappuram, Kannur, and Kasaragod were searched. In February 2026, a large quantity of explosives were seized from a lorry at Chemmad in Malappuram.
Strict action in Nedumangad child murder case: Minister
Bindhu Krishna promises that the perpetrators will face certain and severe punishment, reiterates that her department is working on preventative measures to ensure such horrific acts against children never repeat
Rank holders allege delay in appointments to Kerala Administrative Service
Rank holders allege that appointments were held up during the previous Left Democratic Front government’s term due to delays at Secretariat
BSNL boosts mobile connectivity in rural Kollam
The initiative specifically targets remote pockets that previously lacked reliable connectivity, aiming to foster economic growth and social development in these underserved communities
AIYF slams fuel price hike, criticises Union Minister Suresh Gopi
Leaders accuse Centre of ‘looting the public’; warn of intensified protests
Right information key to shaping youth perspectives, says Vice-President
C.P. Radhakrishnan warns that absence of reliable information can alienate young people and leave them vulnerable to undesirable influences
UDF government in Kerala ‘poised’ to refer ADM Naveen Babu’s suicide case to CBI
Officials say government has not yet issued a formal notification of consent authorising the CBI to investigate the case. They say it is likely the government will seek legal opinion and weigh the family’s request in the Cabinet
K-TET: teachers’ organisations want Union government to bring in legislative amendment
As per a 2025 Supreme Court judgment, in-service teachers are required to clear Teachers’ Eligibility Test within two years. Recently, court gave an extension of one more year to pass the test
Kerala-based group to launch Community Marine Biodiversity Online Register on World Oceans Day
Created by Friends of Marine Life, the online register documents marine ecosystems and coastal biodiversity off the coast of Thiruvananthapuram district in Kerala
Kochi police record statement of Malayalam actor Ansiba Hassan on her complaint against fellow actor, woman cop
Police procedure amid an ongoing controversy surrounding AMMA which has been witnessing an internal turmoil with a section of office-bearers making allegations against each other
Kochi metro worksite accident: SHRC registers suo motu case
A woman was injured after an iron piece fell on her car at the worksite near Padivattom
Audit of fundamental rights’ effectiveness could yield ‘uncomfortable’ findings: J. Chelameswar
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Kochi sailor who endured Equatorial Guinea’s detention feels relieved with international tribunal’s verdict
Kochi-based sailor Sanu Jose was the chief officer of Heroic Idun when the vessel was detained by Equatorial Guinea on charge of violating their territorial waters and attempt to steal crude oil
Oppn. accuses Kochi Mayor of ‘abuse of power’ over extension of biomining agreement
LDF alleges that the contract with the company engaged in biomining legacy waste was renewed after its expiry without the council’s approval
Kochi Corpn. to seek explanation from LED streetlight contractor
The Mayor announces the decision at the council meeting after councillors level severe criticism against the contractor and accuse him of indifference that exposes them to public ire
Malls, e-commerce hit school accessories market hard
Retailers say prices have risen only marginally this year, blaming weak sales on cautious consumer spending and a shift towards e-commerce
Kerala CM directs withdrawal of suspension order of school Principal
Principal was suspended just two days before his retirement for allegedly sharing through his Facebook account content insulting the Chief Minister