The Kerala government has strongly defended its handling of food distribution services at a government medical college hospital after a controversy erupted over the supply of food packets to patients and their attendants. State Health Minister K. Muraleedharan dismissed the allegations, asserting that the issue was being deliberately amplified by individuals with vested interests seeking...
A serious case of alleged ragging and physical assault at a college in Kerala has led to the suspension of 13 senior students, highlighting ongoing concerns about student safety and the need for stricter enforcement of anti-ragging regulations in educational institutions. The disciplinary action followed an internal inquiry into allegations that a first-year student was...
The proposed high-speed rail corridor in Kerala has sparked a fresh political debate after Leader of the Opposition V D Satheesan questioned the lack of clarity surrounding the ambitious infrastructure project. While acknowledging the importance of improving transportation facilities in the state, the Opposition has expressed serious concerns over the absence of comprehensive project details...
A Kerala court has convicted a man in a shocking double murder case that has drawn widespread attention across the state, not only because of the brutality of the crime but also due to the convict’s chilling reaction after the verdict. Instead of expressing regret or remorse, the accused reportedly declared that he had no...
A tragic road accident in Kerala’s Kannur district claimed the lives of four young men after the car they were travelling in crashed into a roadside tree during the early hours of Saturday. One more occupant survived the devastating impact but sustained serious injuries and is currently receiving medical treatment. The fatal collision occurred in...
A tragic medical incident in Kerala has sparked widespread concern after a two-year-old child died following the administration of anaesthesia for the treatment of what was reportedly a minor injury. The heartbreaking case has prompted health authorities to initiate an investigation to determine whether established medical procedures were followed and if any negligence contributed to...
Heavy monsoon showers continued to lash large parts of India, causing widespread flooding, traffic paralysis, infrastructure damage and multiple fatalities across several states. From the National Capital Region to Kerala, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh and other regions, relentless rainfall severely disrupted daily life, forcing authorities to launch rescue operations while weather officials warned of more intense...
The Union government has assured Kerala of all possible assistance after a fresh disaster struck the ecologically sensitive Wayanad district, prompting immediate coordination between the Centre and the State government. Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke with Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan to assess the evolving situation and reaffirm the Centre’s commitment to providing every...
The Kerala government has ordered a detailed investigation into the recent debris slip in Wayanad, with Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan assuring that every aspect of the incident will be examined to determine its causes and assess whether preventive measures were adequate. The announcement comes amid growing public concern over recurring landslides and debris movement in...
A major landslide triggered by incessant monsoon rains struck a tunnel construction site in Kerala’s Wayanad district on Tuesday, sparking an extensive rescue operation amid fears that several workers remain trapped beneath debris. Emergency response teams, including personnel from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), Fire and Rescue Services, police, and district authorities, rushed to...