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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
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
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
Watch: Monsoon hits Kerala, but El Niño could impact rainfall through the season: IMD
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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
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.

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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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
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

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.

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
