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Latest updates and top stories from the Kerala category
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
Watch: Southwest monsoon reaches Kerala, IMD issues yellow alert for Delhi
The southwest monsoon set in over Kerala on Thursday (June 4, 2026), the India Meteorological Department announced. This is three days later than the normal onset date of June 1, and four days behind the date the department had forecast.
1,260 children of migrant labourers identified for pulse polio drive in Kozhikode
27 mobile units to be deployed near residential premises, labour camps and other areas frequented by migrant labourers
Harassment charges: two Psychiatry doctors at Kozhikode MCH transferred
This follows the recommendations proposed by a three-member panel appointed by the Directorate of Medical Education to inquire into the allegations levelled by the 12 PG students
Revenue department evicts encroachment on government land in Munnar
Nearly 20 families had encroached upon government Puramboke land in M.G. Colony and erected temporary shedsIDUKKI
Malayali content creator Harikrishnan US on finding an audience through wordplay
Popularly known as Iyyer Cook, the Melbourne-based creator is set for his debut stand-up comedy show in Kerala in Thiruvananthapuram
Fitness certificate delay leaves 61 schools in Kottayam in limbo
School managements attribute delay to uncertainty over the agency conducting fitness inspections. Official sources say inspections have been completed in 57 schools and issuance of certificates is largely a matter of procedural formalities
Controversy over welfare pension distribution in UDF committee office
Local Self-Governments Minister K.M. Shaji informs Assembly that the incident was isolated and that the official responsible for the incident has been removed
Maggots in surgical wound: MCH doctor suspended
Maggots were found on the patient’s injured limb after he was shifted to the ward following the initial post-operative period in intensive care unit. A probe committee concluded that mistakes were made, leading to the senior resident’s suspension
