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Could hantavirus be the new emerging pathogen in Kerala?
The HinduThe Hindu
9 May 2026

Could hantavirus be the new emerging pathogen in Kerala?

Presence of antibodies against the virus in blood samples was reported in the State in 2008 itself and one probable case of the virus-induced ‘hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome’ was reported in 2014. Experts say a good number of ‘leptospirosis-like’ illnesses, wherein patients die within four to five days could be due to hantavirus or a co-infection of leptospirosis and hanta. Symptoms are similar and hard to distinguish without targeted serology tests

The HinduThe Hindu
9 May 2026

Police launch probe after hoax mail threatens blasts across Kerala

Email received by a District Collector in Rajasthan claimed that explosions would occur at courts and collectorates across Kerala

Police launch probe after hoax mail threatens blasts across Kerala
The HinduThe Hindu
9 May 2026

Kerala CM selection: flex battles continue in State

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Kerala CM selection: flex battles continue in State
The HinduThe Hindu
9 May 2026

KAU seminar highlights role of plant proteins in nutrition and sustainability

Experts stress alternative proteins, startup opportunities, and eco-friendly food systems

KAU seminar highlights role of plant proteins in nutrition and sustainability
The HinduThe Hindu
9 May 2026

Kerala Assembly Polls 2026: KC(M) blames cross-voting by CPI(M), minority consolidation for poll debacle

Party chairman Jose K. Mani rules out possibility of merger with the rival faction led by P.J. Joseph or a shift to UDF; says the core support base largely held firm even amidst a massive pro-UDF wave

Kerala Assembly Polls 2026: KC(M) blames cross-voting by CPI(M), minority consolidation for poll debacle
The HinduThe Hindu
9 May 2026

Only 9.64% of Kerala schools provide continuous schooling till class XII, finds NITI Aayog report

As many as 1,520 schools in the State provide integrated education from class I to XII, says report. It warns that a fragmented progression structure that compels students to change institutions multiple times increases the risk of dropout

Only 9.64% of Kerala schools provide continuous schooling till class XII, finds NITI Aayog report
The HinduThe Hindu
9 May 2026

Kerala Police issue warning over online shopping scam

Police say that fraudsters are approaching customers by posing as fake customer care representatives of mattress companies

Kerala Police issue warning over online shopping scam
The HinduThe Hindu
9 May 2026

NIT-C report on Brahmpuram legacy waste likely on May 11

NIT-C, reappointed by the newly elected UDF council, had during the previous LDF tenure identified an additional 1.46 lakh tonnes of legacy waste beyond the 7 lakh tonnes initially estimated for biomining

NIT-C report on Brahmpuram legacy waste likely on May 11
The HinduThe Hindu
9 May 2026

Man held for allegedly stealing police vehicle in Kannur

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Man held for allegedly stealing police vehicle in Kannur
The HinduThe Hindu
9 May 2026

KMML transforms former mining sites into organic farms

Under Haritham ee Theeram project, KMML’s Mineral Separation unit has proven that biological rejuvenation of mined-out areas is not only possible but highly sustainable. Launched in 2022, the initiative has rapidly evolved from a land recovery experiment into a thriving agricultural hub

KMML transforms former mining sites into organic farms
The HinduThe Hindu
9 May 2026

Three held with 1.01 kg of suspected MDMA in Kozhikode

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Three held with 1.01 kg of suspected MDMA in Kozhikode
The HinduThe Hindu
9 May 2026

‘UDF’s huge victory has created an existential crisis for Left parties in Peerumade’

According to party leaders, a major switch of votes from the Left to the UDF resulted in this unprecedented win

‘UDF’s huge victory has created an existential crisis for Left parties in Peerumade’
The HinduThe Hindu
9 May 2026

Ayyappa Samajam conference begins in Kerala’s Chengannur

Meeting formulates an action plan to launch Ayyappa devotee groups at the ward level and Ayyappa devotee villages at the panchayat level

Ayyappa Samajam conference begins in Kerala’s Chengannur
The HinduThe Hindu
9 May 2026

Chathannur MLA B.B. Gopakumar dismisses allegations of political undercurrents

Gopakumar rejects UDF’s allegations of a secret deal between the CPI(M) and the BJP in Chathannur and Kottarakara. He attributes his victory to a decade of engagement with voters and vows to address local development issues.

Chathannur MLA B.B. Gopakumar dismisses allegations of political undercurrents
The HinduThe Hindu
9 May 2026

Prioritise public safety when releasing wild animals: Kerala SHRC

The commission, in a directive, notes that the Forest department has the responsibility to safeguard the lives and properties of people living near forest boundaries

Prioritise public safety when releasing wild animals: Kerala SHRC
Editor9 May 2026

Kerala CM Race Intensifies: Senior Congress Leaders Camp in Delhi for High-Stakes Meetings

Following the United Democratic Front's (UDF) spectacular return to power in Kerala, the focus has abruptly shifted from celebration to the intense race

Kerala CM Race Intensifies: Senior Congress Leaders Camp in Delhi for High-Stakes Meetings
Editor9 May 2026

Minor Sexually Assaulted on Palaruvi Express; Accused Taken into Custody

In a harrowing incident that has sent shockwaves through the railway community, a minor child was allegedly sexually

Minor Sexually Assaulted on Palaruvi Express; Accused Taken into Custody
Editor9 May 2026

Georgekutty’s Run Must End; He Has Lived in Hell for 13 Years": Mohanlal on Drishyam 3

Ahead of the highly anticipated worldwide release of 'Drishyam 3' on May 21—which also marks his birthday

Georgekutty’s Run Must End; He Has Lived in Hell for 13 Years": Mohanlal on Drishyam 3