Kerala
Supreme Court Expresses Frustration Over Multiple Special Intensive Revision Petitions From Various States
Dec 09, 2025 03:45 pm CST
The Supreme Court has expressed concern over the growing number of petitions related to the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process from multiple states. Chief Justice Surya Kant ordered state-wise segregation of petitions while prioritizing a decision on Bihar's SIR legality. The court also addressed timeline concerns for Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, as well as security issues for booth-level officers in West Bengal.
Elderly Women Suffer Severe Facial Injuries in Unprovoked Stray Dog Attack in Kerala
Dec 01, 2025 11:40 pm CST
Two elderly women, aged 70 and 80, sustained serious facial injuries when attacked by a stray dog in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The incident has highlighted the growing concern about stray dog attacks in the region, particularly endangering elderly residents who walk alone in the mornings.
Cyclone Ditwah: Tracking Path, Landfall Date, and Impact on South Indian States
Nov 28, 2025 03:44 pm CST
Cyclone Ditwah, named after Yemen's Detwah Lagoon, is set to make landfall on November 30 across South Indian coasts. The IMD has issued orange alerts for Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and south Andhra Pradesh, warning of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and lightning. Currently positioned over coastal Sri Lanka and the southwest Bay of Bengal, this is the third post-monsoon cyclone in the region, with widespread impacts expected across multiple southern states.
Cyclone Senyar Forming in Indian Ocean: Understanding the UAE-Named Storm and Its Impact on Southern India
Nov 26, 2025 01:44 pm CST
A developing weather system in the Indian Ocean is strengthening into Cyclone Senyar, named by the UAE meaning "lion." The India Meteorological Department forecasts the cyclone to fully form by November 26, triggering heavy rainfall alerts across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands through early December. Maritime warnings have been issued as sea conditions remain hazardous across affected regions.
Supreme Court Orders Kerala to Establish Schools in Underserved Areas Within Three Months
Nov 25, 2025 08:25 pm CST
The Supreme Court has mandated the Kerala government to establish primary schools in areas without educational facilities, including regions with challenging terrain, within three months. The ruling addresses a decades-long struggle in Elambra, where residents had to travel 3-4 kilometers to access education despite recommendations from multiple authorities and commissions.
Intoxicated Driver's Car Suspended Between Bridge Sections in Kerala's Kannur District
Nov 18, 2025 12:14 am CST
A Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire became trapped vertically between two sections of an under-construction bridge in Kerala after its driver, who was under the influence of alcohol, entered the incomplete flyover. The dramatic rescue operation, which required a crane to extract the suspended vehicle, was captured in viral videos. The driver escaped without serious injury but now faces legal consequences.
Kerala Relationship Coaches in Crisis: Wife Accuses Husband of Domestic Violence
Nov 13, 2025 08:50 pm CST
Popular Kerala relationship coaches Gigi Mario and Mario Joseph face personal turmoil as Gigi files a police complaint alleging her husband physically assaulted her and damaged her property during a meeting to discuss their differences after nine months of separation.
Bus Driver and Conductor Brutally Attacked in Kerala After Passengers Miss Pickup Time
Nov 09, 2025 11:41 pm CST
A driver and conductor of a Pathanamthitta-Bengaluru private bus service were violently assaulted by passengers who had missed their scheduled pickup time in Kerala's Kottayam district. CCTV footage captured the attack, which occurred after the passengers were told to board at a later stop due to delays. The incident has led to police investigation after the injured crew sought medical treatment.
Kerala Woman Subjected to Exorcism Ritual: Forced to Drink Alcohol and Smoke as Part of Black Magic Ceremony
Nov 08, 2025 04:26 pm CST
A disturbing case of ritual abuse has emerged from Kerala's Kottayam district where a young woman was forced to consume alcohol and smoke during a black magic ceremony allegedly performed to exorcise a ghost from her body. Three individuals have been arrested while one remains at large following this traumatic incident that left the victim unconscious.
BJP Launches Muslim Outreach Programme in Kerala: Building Trust Beyond Politics
Nov 07, 2025 08:48 pm CST
The BJP in Kerala has launched a 'Muslim Outreach Programme' led by state vice president Abdul Salam, aimed at building trust with the Muslim community. State BJP president Rajeev Chandrasekhar emphasized this is not a vote-seeking initiative but rather an effort to counter misconceptions and demonstrate the party's commitment to equal development for all Malayalis regardless of religion, in line with PM Modi's "Sabka saath, sabka vikaas" vision.