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Court: Public Sentiment Cannot Dictate Bail

A Kerala court ruled that public sentiment cannot determine bail decisions. The statement was made in relation to a Mini Cooper crash case.

Supreme Court issues contempt notice to Kerala Congress over CJI post

The Supreme Court has issued a contempt notice to the Kerala Congress regarding a controversial post about the Chief Justice of India. The court stated the matter would be dealt with severely.

Kerala HC rules sanction not needed for SNDP microfinance case prosecution

The Kerala High Court ruled that sanction from the Backward Classes Development Department is not required. This decision impacts the prosecution in the SNDP microfinance case.

Kerala High Court Grants Bail to Four Accused in Luxury Car Crash

The Kerala High Court granted bail to four individuals accused in a luxury car crash case. The court considered their young age, lack of criminal history, and time spent in custody.

Kerala Excise Commissioner Transferred Amidst Bar Licence Dispute

Keralam Excise Commissioner Seeram Sambasiva Rao has been shifted. The move follows reported differences with the minister over the granting of a bar license.

Keralam authorities flag online blood donation fraud targeting patients

Fraudsters in Kozhikode contact people seeking emergency blood donations, offer to donate, then request advance payments for travel and other expenses before disappearing. The scam has been reported to authorities in Kerala.

Kerala Power Purchase Row: Pinarayi Accuses UDF Govt

Pinarayi Vijayan accused the UDF government of creating an artificial crisis regarding a power purchase deal. He called on CM Satheesan to disclose relevant files.

38 kg of cannabis seized from jaggery sacks on train

Authorities seized 38 kilograms of cannabis hidden within four sacks of jaggery from a train at a Kerala station. The contraband was subsequently handed over to the Aluva Excise Department.

Nithya Raman, India-born Harvard graduate, wins LA mayoral race

Nithya Raman has won the Los Angeles mayoral election, defeating Karen Bass. Raman was born in Kerala, India.

Fourth Arrest Made in Kerala Teen's Murder; Victim Not Original Target

A fourth person has been arrested in connection with the murder of a teenager in Kerala. The victim was reportedly not the intended target of the attack.

Kerala's 15th Five-Year Plan targets 7% annual growth rate

Kerala approved an Approach Paper for its 15th Five-Year Plan to be prepared through a project mode framework. The plan aims to raise the state's GSDP from ₹16 lakh crore to ₹28 lakh crore by plan completion.

Political tensions escalate in Kerala over police station attack

Left parties intensified agitation following an attack on a police station in Adoor. Demands were made for action against district panchayat member Sreenadevi Kunjamma and Youth Congress workers named as accused.

Kerala delays appointment process for tribal mentor-teachers amid dropout concerns

The appointment process for tribal mentor-teachers in Kerala is proceeding slowly. Social activists worry the delay could increase student dropouts from these communities.

Kerala Union Protests Alleged PSC Destruction Attempts

Employees' unions are protesting alleged attempts to undermine the Public Service Commission (PSC). This action is seen as facilitating contract appointments.

Kudumbashree Kerala Chicken project to expand to Idukki

The project will launch in Idukki in November 2026, completing statewide coverage. A traceability system allows customers to identify the origin farm of their purchase.

Three arrested in Kerala lodge assault and robbery case

Three individuals have been arrested in Keralam’s Kasaragod on charges of assault and robbery. The incident occurred at a local lodge.

Kerala CM's power purchase stance questioned in row

KSEB documents indicated a former MD was informed that a Himachal Pradesh arrangement was more suitable for peak-hour needs. This has put Kerala's Chief Minister's stand under scrutiny.

Kerala exam fraud: PSC chairman, members under investigation

The Crime Branch is investigating alleged irregularities in recruitment exams for Fisheries Extension Officer and Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector. An FIR has been filed in connection with the case.

Health Minister requests vigilance probe into Kottayam Medical College construction

Kerala's Health Minister has demanded an inquiry into the construction of a surgical bloc at Kottayam Medical College. The probe will be conducted by the vigilance department.

Kerala Woman Fakes Kidnapping To Steal Smuggled Gold, Arrested After 12-Km Dramatic Chase

Police suspect she deliberately used her unsuspecting family as a cover to execute the gold theft.

Cheranalloor crash: Kerala HC grants anticipatory bail to judge whose minor son allegedly drove luxury car

Justice Kauser Edappagath observes that the Additional Judge, who was interrogated by the police for six hours, has all along cooperated with the probe

Sanskit varsity suspension row: SFI says relay fast to go on till authorities revoke disciplinary action ‘unconditionally’

Their hopes of getting relief from the Supreme Court on their plea challenging the Kerala High Court Division Bench order barring them from writing the semester examinations suffered a setback on the day, with the apex court declining to interfere with the directive

After New York, Will Los Angeles Get Indian-Origin Mayor? Kerala-Born Leads The Race

Nithya Raman urged her supporters to dance with her at an election night party.

Andhra, Kerala top ease of vehicle ownership index; UP, Bihar at bottom: Report

Kerala High Court denies bail to student accused of circulating morphed images of fellow students and teachers

Kerala High Court reserves order on lawyer’s petition against alleged adverse remarks by district judge

Parliamentary Committee Criticizes NHAI Over Kerala Highway Project Delays

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has expressed dissatisfaction with the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI). The committee cited the slow progress of national highway construction works in Kerala.

Kerala HC expresses dissatisfaction at MVD inaction

The Kerala High Court expressed dissatisfaction with Motor Vehicles Department inaction. The court noted that power to revoke licenses is used sparingly.

Actors Named Brand Ambassadors for Kerala Forest Department

Kunchacko Boban and Prithviraj have been appointed brand ambassadors for the Kerala Forest Department. They will promote awareness of forest and wildlife protection.

Electricity Employees Forum Questions CM on Power Purchase Deal

An electricity employees' forum has posed 11 questions to the Kerala Chief Minister regarding a power purchase deal with GNA Energy OTC. The CM previously stated the deal would avert financial liability.