Kerala News
Latest updates and top stories from the Kerala category
MG University Boards of Studies row deepens as Vice Chancellor dismisses Syndicate’s objections
Syndicate raises concerns over the large-scale inclusion of teachers from autonomous colleges and individuals from outside the university system in the Boards of Studies, besides the appointment of chairpersons who do not meet the statutory criteria
Woman with suspected symptoms of Ebola admitted to Kottayam MCH
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Host biology drives malaria treatment failures, reveals RGCB study
The study suggests that targeting host-parasite interactions could improve treatment efficacy and reduce relapses, particularly in vulnerable groups like children and anaemic patients.
Ezhilode mosque stabbing leaves three injured; suspect arrested
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PIL challenging free travel for women in KSRTC ordinary buses: High Court reserves matter for orders
The petitioner contended that no study was conducted before rolling out the scheme that is aimed at making available free travel for women
Kerala Health department failed to prevent disease outbreaks: BJP MLA B.B. Gopakumar
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‘Kafir screenshot’ case: Vadakara court grants police two-day custody of DYFI leader Jithin Bhaskar
The prosecution submitted that custodial interrogation was necessary to ascertain whether Mr. Bhaskar had used a computer or any other digital device to create the disputed screenshot and to recover electronic evidence relevant to the investigation.
‘Kafir’ screenshot case: court extends deadline to submit report
The case involves the alleged circulation of a fake screenshot during the Vadakara Lok Sabha election labelling Left Democratic Front candidate K.K. Shailaja as a ‘kafir’ to incite communal tension
Escalating cost of fresh fish upends ordinary household budgets
With the seasonal trawling ban in place, most of the daily catch comes from traditional fishing boats, including plank-built catamarans and dinghies fashioned from discarded styrofoam containers, which venture out to sea at dusk and return by dawn
Explained | The ‘kafir screenshot’ case in Kerala
The screenshot came into the public domain on the eve of the general elections in the Vadakara constituency
AMMA general body meeting in Kochi on June 21 likely to be stormy
The Malayalam film body’s leadership is unlikely to initiate any disciplinary action against the four members before the general body meeting, according to people close to the development
Nava Kerala Sadas assault case: High Court issues notice to accused on SIT plea against bail
The notice is issued in a petition moved by the SIT against the anticipatory bail granted to the accused by the District and Sessions Court, Alappuzha
Organ trade racket: ED searches leading private hospitals in Kerala
Sleuths from the Kochi zonal unit of the ED fanned out to multi-specialty hospitals in Ernakulam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, and Kottayam districts on June 18
Two Odisha migrants arrested at Kozhikode bus station with over 4 kg of ganja
339 cases registered under Operation Toofan from June 1 to 17
Vellappally terms IUML a communal outfit in a secular garb
In a signed editorial in Yoga Nadam, Vellappally reiterates his accusation, made ahead of the Assembly election, that the IUML is a “true blue communal party wearing a secular garb”. He claimed that “divisive forces were gunning for the SNDP Yogam, and the social organisation can ill-afford to remain muted when “political parties in power cradle a communal outfit”
Kerala HC upholds conviction of madrassa teacher in POCSO case
The special court had found him guilty of all charges and had sentenced him to 20 years of imprisonment
Women plantation workers from Tamil Nadu joyous about free KSRTC ride
But Kumily depot officials say the facility could be restricted to commuters within Kerala’s borders. The average daily collection per bus used to be ₹26,000, but since the implementation of the scheme, it has dropped to below ₹8,000
District panchayat draws up plan to address street dog issue
Along with the ABC programme, the panchayat has decided to set up more shelters for dogs undergoing sterilisation and make the licensing of pet dogs mandatory
