A tragic boating accident in Kerala ended in heartbreak after the bodies of two men who had gone missing following a boat capsize were recovered from the Kole wetlands in Nedupuzha. The discovery brought an end to an extensive search and rescue operation that had continued for several hours, involving emergency response teams, local authorities,...
The Kerala government has formally expressed concern to Adani Ports regarding the reported diversion of cargo handled by Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) from the strategically significant Vizhinjam International Seaport. The state administration has sought a detailed explanation from the port operator, emphasizing that such developments could affect the port’s growth prospects, operational efficiency, and long-term...
In a significant breakthrough in the fight against narcotics trafficking, law enforcement authorities in Kerala have seized approximately 18 kilograms of suspected hybrid ganja and uncovered indications that the contraband may have originated from outside India. The seizure has raised concerns about the growing influence of international drug syndicates operating within the country and supplying...
In a significant move aimed at strengthening the fight against narcotics trafficking, Kerala Chief Minister has proposed a coordinated inter-state strategy involving Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry to tackle the growing challenge of drug smuggling and related criminal activities across southern India. The proposal comes amid increasing concerns over the movement of illegal narcotics through...
In a significant administrative reshuffle, the Kerala government has appointed senior Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Bishwanath Sinha as the state’s next Chief Secretary. The appointment places one of Kerala’s most experienced bureaucrats at the helm of the state’s civil administration, ensuring continuity in governance and policy implementation during a crucial period for the state...
A tragic incident in Kerala’s Attappady region has sparked renewed concerns about emergency medical accessibility in remote and mountainous areas after a critically ill man reportedly died while being transported to a hospital. The ambulance carrying the patient became trapped in heavy traffic along the Attappady ghat road, significantly delaying urgent medical treatment. The incident...
Health authorities in Kerala are closely monitoring a rise in Shigella infection cases, prompting renewed awareness about the highly contagious bacterial disease and the importance of maintaining proper hygiene practices. Medical experts have emphasized that while Shigella infections are generally treatable, the bacteria can spread rapidly in communities if preventive measures are not followed. The...
Fresh political tensions gripped Kerala after violence erupted during Enforcement Directorate (ED) raids connected to properties reportedly linked to Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and individuals associated with the ruling establishment. The raids, which were part of an ongoing financial investigation, quickly escalated into street-level confrontations between protesters and law enforcement authorities, creating a tense atmosphere...
Kasaragod (Kerala): Two minor girls sustained burn injuries in an alleged acid attack by a 48-year-old man in Panathadi village of Kasaragod district on Friday morning. The accused, identified as Manoj K C, a native of Karike in Karnataka’s Dakshina Kannada district, reportedly fled the scene after the incident, police said. According to officials, Manoj...
The government of Kerala has firmly contested the validity of a presidential reference that seeks the Supreme Court’s advisory opinion regarding the timelines for the President and Governors to respond to state bills. The state contended that this issue has already been definitively resolved by previous rulings and cannot be revisited through such a reference....