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V.D. Satheesan’s book Adam Nee Evide Aakunnu? to hit stands on Saturday
The HinduThe Hindu
8 May 2026

V.D. Satheesan’s book Adam Nee Evide Aakunnu? to hit stands on Saturday

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The HinduThe Hindu
8 May 2026

Heron tests positive for avian influenza in Kannur

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Heron tests positive for avian influenza in Kannur
The HinduThe Hindu
8 May 2026

Assembly elections 2026: Majority of Congress MLAs from Malabar rally behind Venugopal

The support of the majority bloc has emerged as a powerful lobby for K.C. Venugopal in the three-cornered race for the Chief Minister post

Assembly elections 2026: Majority of Congress MLAs from Malabar rally behind Venugopal
The HinduThe Hindu
8 May 2026

‘Dridam’ movie review: Shane Nigam’s police procedural turns into an underwhelming affair

Despite initial promise, ‘Dridam’ falters under the weight of clichéd storytelling and excessive violence, failing to deliver the suspense and depth expected from the genre

‘Dridam’ movie review: Shane Nigam’s police procedural turns into an underwhelming affair
The HinduThe Hindu
8 May 2026

Idukki DCC action against workers who rallied for Satheesan as CM sparks internal discord

Idukki DCC removes four party activists, including DCC general secretary, from their positions. Idukki MP Dean Kuriakose expresses strong dissatisfaction over the disciplinary measures, labels them “unethical.”

Idukki DCC action against workers who rallied for Satheesan as CM sparks internal discord
The HinduThe Hindu
8 May 2026

Kerala Blockchain Academy, IIM Lucknow partner to boost blockchain innovation ecosystem

Partnership aims to build a robust and scalable blockchain ecosystem through a range of joint initiatives focussed on research, skill development, start-up incubation and policy support

Kerala Blockchain Academy, IIM Lucknow partner to boost blockchain innovation ecosystem
The HinduThe Hindu
8 May 2026

Public drinking during Koodalmanikyam fest: Four arrested

Accused charged with public intoxication, deliberate provocation to incite unrest, and outraging the modesty of a woman

Public drinking during Koodalmanikyam fest: Four arrested
The HinduThe Hindu
8 May 2026

Kerala Assembly Polls 2026: Narrow victory triggers political blame game in Kottarakara

Congress MP alleges a high-stakes tactical deal between CPI(M) and BJP led to Balagopal’s victory; UDF faces internal turmoil over losing votes in its own bastion of Ezhukone

Kerala Assembly Polls 2026: Narrow victory triggers political blame game in Kottarakara
The HinduThe Hindu
8 May 2026

Two arrested With MDMA and ganja at Vizhinjam in Thiruvananthapuram

They are suspected to have targeted tourists who visit popular destinations such as Kovalam and Poovar to peddle the contraband

Two arrested With MDMA and ganja at Vizhinjam in Thiruvananthapuram
The HinduThe Hindu
8 May 2026

G. Lakshman promoted as ADGP, assumes charge as KPHCC MD

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G. Lakshman promoted as ADGP, assumes charge as KPHCC MD
The HinduThe Hindu
8 May 2026

Final decision on Kerala CM turns into political cliff-hanger as ball now in Congress High Command’s court

The question of who among the three probables – V.D. Satheesan, K.C. Venugopal and Ramesh Chennithala – will make the cut appears set to go down to the wire, with High Command reportedly scheduled to make pivotal announcement on Sunday

Final decision on Kerala CM turns into political cliff-hanger as ball now in Congress High Command’s court
The HinduThe Hindu
8 May 2026

Kozhikode to host ZSI hackathon on traditional biodiversity knowledge

The initiative seeks to bridge the gap between indigenous knowledge systems and modern technology to address critical challenges in global biodiversity conservation

Kozhikode to host ZSI hackathon on traditional biodiversity knowledge
The HinduThe Hindu
8 May 2026

Former Kerala DGP P.J. Alexander passes away at 92

Known for his academic excellence alongside his policing career, the 1961-batch IPS officer earned a doctorate on the subject of law enforcement and public order

Former Kerala DGP P.J. Alexander passes away at 92
The HinduThe Hindu
8 May 2026

Kerala polls: LDF will overcome setback and make strong comeback, says CPI(M) leader E.P. Jayarajan

In a Facebook post, Jayarajan says the scale of the defeat suffered by Left Democratic Front in Assembly election was “completely unexpected”

Kerala polls: LDF will overcome setback and make strong comeback, says CPI(M) leader E.P. Jayarajan
The HinduThe Hindu
8 May 2026

Writer T. Padmanabhan backs K.C. Venugopal for Kerala Chief Minister’s post

Padmanabhan says he has “close relations with many Congress leaders, but is personally closest” to Venugopal

Writer T. Padmanabhan backs K.C. Venugopal for Kerala Chief Minister’s post
The HinduThe Hindu
8 May 2026

Kerala elections: CPI to stake claim for Deputy Opposition Leader post in Assembly

Binoy Viswam says Leader of Opposition in Kerala Assembly will be from CPI(M)

Kerala elections: CPI to stake claim for Deputy Opposition Leader post in Assembly
The HinduThe Hindu
8 May 2026

Woman killed, several injured in multi-vehicle collision at Kowdiar in Kerala capital

A speeding car lost control, veered onto pavement and crashed into three other cars and two two-wheelers, according to eyewitnesses

Woman killed, several injured in multi-vehicle collision at Kowdiar in Kerala capital
The HinduThe Hindu
8 May 2026

Kerala polls: Congress has democratic process for CM selection unlike BJP and CPI(M), says Sandeep Varier

Sandeep Varier, who was a BJP leader before joining Congress in 2024, contested on a Congress ticket in the recently concluded Assembly election in Kerala

Kerala polls: Congress has democratic process for CM selection unlike BJP and CPI(M), says Sandeep Varier
The HinduThe Hindu
8 May 2026

Kerala’s Samridhi@Kochi budget eatery eyes price hike as LPG costs surge

For now, Samridhi is operating on a combination of cooking gas and firewood since the supply of commercial cylinders, which was disrupted following the West Asia conflict, has yet to be fully restored

Kerala’s Samridhi@Kochi budget eatery eyes price hike as LPG costs surge