Kerala News
Latest updates and top stories from the Kerala category
Cabinet picks trigger unease in UDF ranks in Central Travancore
Despite sweeping Kottayam and Idukki and dominating Pathanamthitta, the region’s thin Cabinet representation has triggered sharp criticism
LDF will return stronger, says Pinarayi Vijayan
He says CPI(M) had overcome many similar phases in the past and would regain the confidence of the people
With new UDF government in power, crisis-ridden tea plantation sector in Peerumade expects urgent intervention
Salaries and other benefits remain outstanding in several companies
Sugarcane from Maharashtra, Kerala sweetens Hyderabad’s summer
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TVK expands footprint in Kerala, holds meeting in Thrissur
A large number of Vijay’s fans attend the inaugural meeting in the district; party organisers say focus is on building a strong grassroots network
CPI in Kerala reiterates claim for Deputy Leader of Opposition post
Referring to electoral setback suffered by the party, Binoy Viswam says the CPI will undertake a detailed review of its performance, including the defeat in Vaikom
Study reveals complex mating behaviour of Indian squid, documents evidence of same-sex mating
Researchers found sperm carrying structures (spermatangia) implanted on the buccal membrane of a male squid, providing the reportedly first documented evidence of same-sex sexual behaviour of Indian squid
Malayali youngsters develop rail hygiene kit addressing sanitary concerns over long distance train travel
Rail hygiene kit by Travel Essentia, a startup founded by four Malayali youngsters, consists of 10 components for maintaining personal hygiene
Twins Jinil Rexa and Jivin Rexa on finding their space in Malayalam cinema as actors
The twins are in the limelight post the success of Mohiniyattam, the sequel of the 2024-film Bharathanatyam
Kochi P&T Apartment owners issue ultimatum threatening to lay siege to GCDA office over persistent leakage
Residents have been protesting against the persistent leakage since 78 families moved in in January 2024. They have also raised concerns about cracks and an alleged tilt in the buildings
Kochi’s stormwater drainage network to be mapped using GIS under AMRUT scheme
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Kerala’s UDF govt forms expert panel to prepare White Paper on State finances
According to a CMO statement, the committee will be headed by former Cabinet Secretary K.M. Chandrasekhar. Additional Chief Secretary (Finance) K.R. Jyothilal has been appointed as convener
Textbook printing for Kerala school reopening completed, says Director of General Education
Activity book printing to be completed in June first week, says N.S.K. Umesh
Kerala Police bust human trafficking racket luring women to Dubai on promise of modelling jobs
Maradu police arrest 3 women. SIT formed to further investigate the case
Greater Cochin Development Authority’s land pooling bid hits legal hurdle
Shortly after 2026 Assembly elections were notified, Advocate General issued a legal opinion advising that GCDA proceed with land pooling only after issuing a notification bringing two panchayats — Kunnathunadu and Kizhakkambalam – under its ambit. GCDA had identified nearly 300 acres in these panchayats for third-phase expansion of Infopark
Kerala cabinet 2026: Full list of ministers
The detailed portfolios will be submitted to the Governor and will be published via gazette notification.
Shaurya Chakra awardee Vipin Wilson, a CRPF officer, honoured in Thrissur
CRPF officer recognised for bravery in Manipur operation that thwarted attack by insurgents on CRPF post
New Kerala Cabinet: UDF portfolio talks run into headwinds as allies grow restive
Apparent dawdling in announcing appointments in government gazette suggests that haggling over ministerial portfolios continues unabated in Congress-led UDF
