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Latest updates and top stories from the Kerala category
Safeguards sought against misuse of menstrual leave in schools
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KMRL initiates measures to ease traffic congestion along Phase II Kochi metro corridor
The city has witnessed heavy traffic snarls in the past few weeks. Intermittent rain, reduced carriageway, and civil works along road stretches have slowed traffic movement. The snarls have also spilled over into bylanes
Kerala Governor's policy address devoid of criticism of Union government: Pinarayi
Chief Minister says UDF has not checked whether its dream projects are in anyone else’s manifesto
White Paper urges Kerala to explore nuclear energy, privatisation in power sector
Government should adopt a long-term energy strategy for ensuring energy security and reducing the cost of power, according to the document
CPI(M) slams White Paper, calls it a roadmap for disinvestment, privatisation
White Paper, CPI(M) State secretariat says, hints at State government retreating from welfare programmes and people-oriented development so far enjoyed by people
Southwest monsoon begins on a stormy note, to be sluggish after initial surge
Orange alert issued for eight districts from Ernakulam to Kasaragod on Friday; on Saturday too, orange alert issued across the State except in Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, and Alappuzha
Watch: Monsoon hits Kerala, but El Niño could impact rainfall through the season: IMD
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Move to convert one of the oldest boys schools in Kerala kicks up a row
Girl students will be admitted in Plus One classes at St. Joseph’s Boys’ Higher Secondary School, Kozhikode, in the current academic year. From 2026-27, they will be taken in Class V in phases
Anti-drug enforcement drive gathers pace in Kozhikode city
The intensified crackdown has reportedly led to the seizure of 2.65 kg of MDMA, 51.47 kg of ganja and other narcotic substances in Kozhikode city alone
White Paper on Kerala finances exposes V.D. Satheesan’s claims: K.N. Balagopal
He says Satheesan had repeatedly claimed that the State's public debt had touched ₹6 lakh crore, despite the clarification by the then govt. But the White Paper estimates Kerala’s outstanding liabilities at ₹5.07 lakh crore, debunking Satheesan’s claim
Move to codify vehicle modifications fails to impress Gen Z motorists
Report lists 18 modifications that don’t require prior approval, while major changes still need MVD’s permission. Only certain relaxations, such as permitting stickers, ambient lighting, additional speakers, and sun films with 50% visibility, are considered significant changes, according to a car enthusiast.
Birds, Nature and environmental consciousness at C. Raheem’s 25th book launch
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White Paper reflects UDF government’s neo-liberal approach, alleges Rajeeve
Former Industries Minister says document deals with KSRTC, KSEB, and KWA based on its profit and loss figures, instead of viewing them as essential services.

Under-construction five-storey building collapses in Idukki
No casualties reported. Peerumade panchayat secretary says building owner had obtained a valid construction permit
