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Aksharam Museum in Kerala all set for expansion
Construction for the second, third, and fourth phases of the Aksharam Museum will begin on Saturday. The second phase will include eight galleries marking the evolutionary history of 35 major scripts across the world. The project is funded by ₹16.18 crore from the KIIFB.
CPI(M) turns the page on party veteran G. Sudhakaran
State secretary says it is superfluous to discuss Sudhakaran who has severed links with the party. He says the Ambalappuzha constituency will remain with the LDF since “the vote is for the party, not personalities.”
Kerala Assembly polls: KPCC tries to persuade K. Sudhakaran to step back from Kannur race; MP’s emotional post sparks debate
Sudhakaran’s emotional social media post defending his decision to contest from Kannur triggers political discussion within Congress
Parents of Bekal Beach Fest train-accident victim found dead
Preliminary investigation hints at suicide. The couple’s son was run over and killed by a train while he was heading for the beach festival in December 2025
Kochi Corporation in Kerala faces huge biomedical waste backlog as incinerator capacity is reduced
One of two incinerators at Common Bio-Medical Waste Treatment Facility of KEIL remained shut for 15 days last month. Though the incinerator is back in operation, KEIL has restricted intake to three tonnes a day, down from five tonnes, as it prioritises hospital waste. One of two incinerators at Brahmapuram developed a snag during trial run
Ramzan 2026 : Meet a few chefs who prepare ‘nombu kanji’ at mosques in Thiruvananthapuram
Mosques hire proficient hands to prepare the spicy porridge in huge quantities, which devotees have while breaking their fast
LPG shortage forces closure of over 100 Kochi hotels
Some eateries that remain open have pared down menus to avoid a complete shutdown, restricting certain items to specific time slots
LPG shortage hits hotels in Kerala’s Kannur; about 40 units face closure, black marketing alleged
Government intervention sought to address black marketing and ensure stable gas supply
LPG crisis: Malayalam film industry starts feeling the heat as production schedules hit
With nearly 18 films in production, Kerala Film Producers’ Association warns of a potential ₹5 crore loss if the crisis continues
Technopark IT firms in Kerala mull shifting to WFH as LPG shortage hits food services
Crisis due to LPG shortage hits paying guest accommodations and hostels in Kazhakuttam area, where young IT professionals from other districts and States stay
LPG cylinder stolen from restaurant in Kerala capital amid shortage
Hotel owner says accused entered the premises after breaking open the door of the kitchen area and took away a filled LPG cylinder
LPG crisis: Shortage of commercial gas hits more sectors in Kerala’s Kozhikode district
Hoteliers, drivers of LPG-powered auto-rickshaws, charity organisations engaged in supply of free meals worst hit. Two gas crematoriums in Kozhikode city have stopped bookings
Rajisha Vijayan: I was flabbergasted when Krishand first told me the story of ‘Masthishka Maranam’
Rajisha Vijayan talks about how she transformed to become Frida Soman in the sci-fi satire Masthishka Maranam - A Frankenbiting of Simon’s Memories, directed by Krishand
Kochi Corporation weighs fresh options as KSINC faces criticism over ro-ro service
Move comes after councillors across party lines voiced sharp criticism of KSINC over mounting losses and urged the civic body to identify a new operator to ease its financial burden
Kerala nurses on the warpath over long-overdue wage revision
Hundreds of nurses working in private hospitals across Kerala are on an indefinite strike in pursuit of their demands, including a wage revision. Aathira Haridas listens to the grievances of the protesters
HC disqualification of SNDP Yogam director board a test of Kerala govt.’s mettle
Given Vellappally Natesan’s close ties with the ruling establishment, the Kerala government will have a tough task abiding by the High Court’s directive to temporarily take charge of the Yogam and to set up a provisional board to oversee affairs till elections are held
LDF’s development narrative in Kollam constituency will face a stiff challenge from UDF
While the constituency has traditionally leaned towards the left, the Congress sprang a major surprise by winning Kollam Corporation in the recent local body elections. The BJP too has steadily raised its vote share
Council debate over Mayor’s social media presence turns intense
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