Kerala
Election Commission Announces Phase Two of Special Intensive Revision Covering 12 States and UTs
Oct 27, 2025 07:29 pm CST
The Election Commission has launched phase two of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls across 12 states and Union Territories including West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. This significant electoral exercise will encompass 51 crore voters with enumeration beginning November 4. This marks the first comprehensive revision of voter lists in over 21 years, with Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar overseeing the process.
Election Commission to Announce Nationwide Special Intensive Revision of Voter Rolls Tomorrow: What You Need to Know
Oct 26, 2025 09:32 pm CST
The Election Commission is set to announce the date for nationwide Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls, starting with 10 states including poll-bound West Bengal and Tamil Nadu. Following controversy in Bihar where 66,000 names were removed from voter lists, the Commission aims to streamline the process while addressing Opposition concerns about potential disenfranchisement of minority voters.
18-Year-Old Indian Golden Visa Holder Dies of Cardiac Arrest During Dubai Diwali Celebrations
Oct 24, 2025 11:01 am CST
A tragic incident occurred in Dubai as Vaishnav Krishnakumar, an 18-year-old Indian student and UAE Golden Visa holder, died from a sudden cardiac arrest during Diwali celebrations. The Middlesex University Dubai student collapsed unexpectedly despite having no known heart conditions. His family is arranging to transport his remains to Kerala, India for final rites, while the Dubai authorities investigate the cause of his untimely death.
Nursing Student Arrested After Hit-and-Run Accident Injures Elderly Woman in Kerala
Oct 21, 2025 11:20 am CST
A 19-year-old nursing student was apprehended by Kerala police after fleeing the scene of a traffic accident where he struck a 68-year-old woman while running a red light in Thrissur. Police utilized CCTV footage to identify and arrest the suspect, who was working at a local coffee shop while on leave from his studies in Bengaluru.
Gujarat Businessman Fakes Drowning Death in Kerala, Found Working as Uber Driver in Bengaluru
Oct 18, 2025 07:10 pm CST
A Gujarat businessman burdened with Rs 50 lakh debt faked his suicide in Kerala's Bharathapuzha River, sending his wife a photo and message before disappearing. After extensive search operations, police tracked him to Bengaluru, where he was discovered working as an Uber driver. The man, Hunani Siraj Ahmed Bhai, admitted staging his death to avoid creditors and has been released after court proceedings.
Heroic Pet Dog Rocky Defeats Deadly Cobra to Protect Owner in Kerala Home
Oct 18, 2025 01:20 am CST
A brave pet dog named Rocky fought and killed a venomous cobra that entered its owner's home in Kerala's Alappuzha, suffering a potentially fatal bite in the process. After receiving treatment from veterinary surgeon Dr. Bipin Prakash, Rocky is now recovering with his owner Subash Krishna, who rushed home from abroad after hearing about his pet's heroic act.
Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga Dies at 80 From Heart Attack During Kerala Visit
Oct 15, 2025 02:42 pm CST
Raila Odinga, former Prime Minister of Kenya and influential political figure for over four decades, died at age 80 after suffering a massive heart attack during his morning walk in Kerala, India. Odinga, who was receiving Ayurvedic treatment in Koothattukulam, collapsed suddenly and could not be revived despite being rushed to hospital. His distinguished career included serving as Prime Minister from 2008-2013 and leading Kenya's Orange Democratic Movement, playing a crucial role in national reconciliation and constitutional reform.
IIT Madras Alumnus Suffers Fatal Heart Attack in UAE Hours After Family Farewell
Oct 09, 2025 12:01 pm CST
37-year-old Hariraj Sudevan, an IIT Madras graduate and senior offshore engineer, died unexpectedly from a heart attack in the UAE shortly after seeing off his wife and son at Abu Dhabi airport. Despite being physically active and managing his diabetes, Sudevan collapsed during a friend's celebration and could not be revived, leaving behind plans to attend his son's upcoming 10th birthday in Kerala.
NIA Court Convicts Two Coimbatore Men for ISIS Recruitment and Propaganda Activities in South India
Sep 29, 2025 11:26 pm CST
A specialized National Investigation Agency (NIA) court in Kochi has convicted Muhammad Azharudeen (27) and Shiek Hidayathulla (35) from Coimbatore for recruiting members and propagating ISIS ideology. Both were found guilty of conspiracy and violations of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, with sentencing scheduled for September 29. The investigation revealed their radicalization through online extremist content and efforts to recruit vulnerable youth for terrorist activities in Kerala and Tamil Nadu between 2017 and 2019.
New Revelation In Dulquer Salmaan's Luxury Car Tax Evasion Case
Sep 24, 2025 04:52 pm CST
Dulquer Salmaan's Toyota Land Cruiser is registered in the name of another person, said sources, as the Malayalam superstar faces probe for luxury car tax evasion.