Kannur
Coverage of Kannur in the Nexus archive.
- Doctor in Kerala’s Kannur booked over alleged medical negligence, hospital denies charges
A doctor in Kerala's Kannur has been booked for alleged medical negligence, while the hospital involved denies the charges. The incident highlights a dispute over medical practices and accountability.
- Crime Branch to re-arrest Dr. M.K Ram in Nithin Raj death case
The Crime Branch has re-arrested Dr. M.K Ram in connection with the Nithin Raj death case. A new Crime Branch team has initiated an investigation in Kannur into the matter.
- Qatar Airways ordered to pay ₹10 lakh to Kannur family for denying boarding to minors
Qatar Airways was ordered to pay ₹10 lakh to a Kannur family after denying boarding to minors during a return journey from Kochi to Italy via Doha. The family incurred additional expenses by obtaining fresh travel documents and transporting the children separately to Italy.
- Special registration drive for migrant workers at fishing harbours in Kannur
A special registration drive for migrant workers is being conducted at fishing harbours in Kannur. The initiative aims to register workers in this specific location.
- Death of toddler in Kannur: surgeons’ association picks holes in post-mortem report
A toddler's death in Kannur has sparked controversy as the surgeons’ association criticizes the post-mortem report for errors, particularly regarding the assessment of injuries on the lower lip and chin. The report's claim that no major surgery was required for these injuries is described as incorrect and riddled with mistakes.
- Amid Kerala power crisis, KSEB urged to fast-track BESS projects
KSEB plans to complete five BESS projects in Kerala by October, with two in Kasaragod and one each in Kannur, Malappuram, and Thiruvananthapuram. The projects aim to address the state's power crisis.
- Malabar pied hornbills sighted in Kannur
Malabar pied hornbills were sighted in Kannur, marking a notable wildlife observation in the region. The sighting highlights the presence of this bird species in the area.
- Migrant worker found dead in Kannur, brother-in-law arrested
A migrant worker was found dead in Kannur, and their brother-in-law has been arrested in connection with the case.
- Hospital in Kannur agrees to sign wage pact after nurses intensify protest
A hospital in Kannur agreed to sign a wage pact following intensified protests by nurses. The agreement came after the nursing staff escalated their demonstrations to address their demands.
- Four killed, one injured after car crashes into tree in Kannur
A car crashed into a tree in Kannur, resulting in four deaths and one injury.
- Talks to resolve nurses’ strike in Kannur end without breakthrough
Talks to resolve a nurses' strike in Kannur ended without progress. The Indian Nurses Association claims the failure stemmed from demands by CITU and BMS that wage revisions for striking nurses be extended to employees of all 36 private hospitals in the district.
- Anaesthetist in Kerala booked after toddler suffers brain damage
An anaesthetist in Kerala has been booked following allegations of medical negligence at a private hospital in Kannur, which resulted in a toddler suffering brain damage. The child remains on ventilator support.
- Panchayat in Kannur launches volunteer disaster response force
A Panchayat in Kannur has launched a volunteer disaster response force to ensure rapid rescue operations and reduce casualties. The initiative also includes a comprehensive safety literacy campaign to strengthen community preparedness.
- Yellow alert for five districts in Kerala on July 10
A yellow alert was issued for five districts in Kerala on July 10, including Kasaragod, Kannur, Kozhikode, Wayanad, and Malappuram.
- Heavy rains continue in Kerala; IMD sounds orange alert in 3 districts
Heavy rains continue in Kerala as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issues an orange alert in three districts and a yellow alert in six others, including Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, Kannur, and Kasaragod.
- Delhi Metro Rail Corporation seeks turnkey role for proposed Kerala High Speed Railway project
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) is seeking a turnkey role in the proposed Kerala High Speed Railway project, a ₹57,000 crore initiative connecting Thiruvananthapuram and Kannur. The project is expected to handle 2.28 lakh passengers daily.
- Man dies after alleged assault in Kannur
A man died following an alleged assault in Kannur. The incident occurred in the region, though specific details about the assault or individuals involved are not provided in the title.
- Woman dies after allegedly falling into well in Kannur
A woman died after allegedly falling into a well in Kannur. The incident is reported to have occurred in the region, with no additional details provided.
- Kannur Corpn. to press ahead with beach street vending plan
Kannur Corporation plans to proceed with a beach street vending initiative. The decision indicates a move to formalize or expand vending activities along the beach area.
- Kerala teacher suspended after assault on Class II student in Kannur; police register case
A teacher in Kerala's Kannur was suspended following an assault on a Class II student. The incident involved the teacher allegedly hitting the student on the back for being slow in copying notes from the blackboard, prompting police to register a case.
- Budget tax proposal lifts spirit of long-pending feni project in Kannur
The 'Kannur Feni' project by Payyavoor Service Cooperative Bank is awaiting final approval from the Excise Minister after nearly a decade of regulatory and administrative processes. The budget tax proposal has renewed hope for the long-pending initiative.
- Kerala House Protocol Officer suspended after Pinarayi Vijayan stranded at Delhi airport
A Kerala House Protocol Officer was suspended after the Kerala Opposition Leader, Pinarayi Vijayan, was stranded at Delhi airport when his flight, booked by the protocol office, had already departed. He was forced to take a later flight to Kannur.
- KSRTC bus crashes into concrete wall in Kannur
A KSRTC bus crashed into a concrete wall in Kannur, injuring around 12 passengers. The incident occurred in the Kannur area, with no further details provided on the cause or severity of the crash.
- Nurses lay siege to DLO’s office in Kannur
Nurses in Kannur staged a protest at the District Legal Officer's (DLO) office. The demonstration was reportedly in response to an unspecified issue related to their work environment.
- Leopard that strayed into Kelakam in Kerala’s Kannur trapped and released into deep forest
A five-year-old male leopard found in Kelakam, Kerala’s Kannur was trapped and released into a deep forest after being confirmed healthy by a veterinary doctor.
- Body of Bengaluru tourist who got swept away in strong waves on Payyambalam beach in Kannur recovered
The body of a Bengaluru tourist swept away by strong waves at Payyambalam beach in Kannur has been recovered. Another member of the group was rescued by lifeguards and coastal police and is receiving treatment for injuries.
- MLAs welcome Budget allocations for Kannur, Irikkur constituencies
MLAs have welcomed budget allocations for Kannur and Irikkur constituencies, stating the funds will enhance infrastructure, public services, and connectivity while addressing long-pending development demands in the regions.
- Five wild boars culled in Kannur
Five wild boars were culled in Kannur. The incident is reported in the title with no additional details provided in the content.
- Major rail accident averted near Chirakkal in Kannur; case registered
A major rail accident was averted near Chirakkal in Kannur, and a case has been registered. The incident highlights a prevented disaster and subsequent legal action.
- Political journey of Pinarayi Vijayan: a timeline of key milestones
Pinarayi Vijayan began as a grassroots CPI(M) worker in Kannur and became one of Kerala’s most influential and longest-serving Left leaders.
- Fake notes found in cash deposited at bank in Kannur
Eight counterfeit ₹500 currencies were detected in a cash deposit made at a private bank in Kannur. The discovery highlights the presence of counterfeit currency in the region.
- Hotel loses over ₹1 lakh as multiple thefts reported in Kannur
A hotel in Kannur suffered financial losses exceeding ₹1 lakh due to multiple reported thefts. The incidents involved significant property loss, though specific details about the perpetrators or stolen items were not provided.
- Kerala rains: Orange alert for two districts on June 12
Kerala's Pathanamthitta and Alappuzha districts have been issued an orange alert for June 12, while Kottayam, Thrissur, Kannur, and Kasaragod are under yellow alert for Friday due to heavy rains.
- Monsoon 2026 tracker LIVE: Southwest monsoon covers North Bengal, northeastern States
The Southwest monsoon has covered North Bengal and northeastern states. A yellow alert has been issued for five districts in Kerala—Kasaragod, Kannur, Wayanad, Kozhikode, and Malappuram—due to likely isolated heavy rain.
- Heavy rain causes building collapse in Kerala’s Kannur, major crack on newly built road in Kasaragod
Heavy rain caused a building collapse in Kannur, Kerala, and a major crack on a newly built road in Kasaragod. The incidents were linked to the heavy rainfall.
- Heavy rain to continue in Kerala; red alert for three districts on June 9
Heavy rain is expected to continue in Kerala with a red alert issued for Kasaragod, Kannur, and Kozhikode districts on June 9. Educational institutions in these three districts will remain closed on June 9 due to the weather conditions.