Kerala

Three individuals received life sentences for the murder of an IUML councillor in Kerala. The prosecution presented 45 witnesses during the trial, and the convicts were transferred to Kannur Central Jail after the verdict.

Rain in Kerala has eased in Thrissur, but five relief camps continue to shelter 59 people. The Poringalkuthu dam maintains crest level discharge, and three families near Puthur Zoological Park have been relocated due to landslip risks.

The Council of CBSE Schools Kerala visited the Chief Minister and Ministers, recommending a permanent coordination and communication mechanism between the State’s General Education department and CBSE schools. The council emphasized including CBSE-sector representatives on panels for education policy development.

The Spices Board is exploring the feasibility of indoor saffron farming in Kerala and has submitted a proposal to the Agriculture department to promote this practice.

The water level in the Idukki reservoir in Kerala has risen to 2,350 feet.

Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan has indicated that the government is considering short and long-term measures for the Muthalappozhi Harbour. The announcement follows a promise to make an urgent decision regarding the harbor.

The Aquafit initiative in Kerala aims to train 14,000 students in swimming during its first phase. Minister for General Education N. Samsudheen inaugurated the program by the General Education department for schoolchildren.

A high wave alert has been issued for the Alappad-Edava coast in Kerala’s Kollam district. Authorities are monitoring the situation to ensure public safety.

Pinarayi accuses the UDF government of enabling the Sangh Parivar's agenda in Kerala's higher education sector by not opposing the Governor's interventions in universities and ceasing resistance previously mounted by the LDF government. The claim centers on the UDF's alleged inaction and silence on these issues.

Rescue hopes are stalled in Kerala’s Kozhikode as a ₹6-crore marine ambulance remains out of service for over a year awaiting repairs. Fishermen demand a dedicated sea rescue service to address the gap in emergency response.

A moving car was destroyed in Kozhikode, Kerala, on August 5, 2026, near the Pantheerankavu police station. The incident occurred around 9 a.m., and the driver escaped without injuries.

Researchers urge a revised disaster management strategy for Kerala due to increasing extreme rainfall events, with studies indicating mesoscale cloudbursts under favorable ocean-atmospheric conditions pose risks of flash floods and landslides during the monsoon season.

Sixteen of the 25 individuals arrested in connection with an attack on Directorate of Enforcement officials at Bakery Junction in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, have been granted bail. The attack occurred during a raid on the residence of former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.

Kerala's government announced ₹8-lakh aid for families of each deceased from rain-related incidents as the death toll rose to 26, with four still missing, according to Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan.

A court acquitted all accused, including social activist M. Geethanandan, in the murder case of a police constable during Kerala’s Muthanga land agitation but convicted Geethanandan and three others on related charges.

A fresh departmental inquiry has been launched into the death of Kerala Assistant Public Prosecutor S. Aneeshya. The inquiry follows allegations of bias in the previous investigation into her death.

Kerala Transport Minister C.P. John apologized for a controversial remark about women availing the free bus travel scheme, stating he should have been more cautious and aimed to highlight poverty in Kerala.

Forest officials arrested two persons for poaching. The individuals created homemade explosives and obtained some from Kerala via acquaintances to hunt small wild animals.

The death toll in Kerala from rain-related incidents has risen to 25. Although recent rain intensity has subsided, another heavy rain spell is expected this weekend.

Kerala High Court has granted the state a week to respond to a plea challenging the change of trial court following the death of Basheer. The plea seeks to address concerns related to the judicial proceedings.

The Kerala rains in 2026 have caused an estimated ₹50 crore in damage to roads and bridges, according to the PWD Minister P.K. Basheer, who stated that the full extent of the damage will be assessed once floodwaters recede in affected areas.

A 2021 study found that silt occupies 48.95% of Kerala’s Malankara dam's storage capacity, causing a crisis in water storage management and flood prevention in the Thodupuzha and Muvattupuzha rivers.

Fishers in Kerala’s Kollam have been instructed to remain ashore until August 8 due to rough seas.

A minister announced 'Operation Toofan' aimed at dismantling drug trafficking networks in Kerala. The operation focuses on ending organized drug trade activities in the region.

Kerala plans to establish an independent AYUSH University, with a four-member committee tasked to draft legislation. The proposed university aims to consolidate all AYUSH educational institutions under a single framework.

A lineman in Kerala swam across a raging stream to restore power. His action brought back light to the area despite the dangerous conditions.

The Health Minister announced upgrades for Punalur and Pathanapuram Taluk Hospitals in Kerala. The improvements aim to enhance healthcare infrastructure in the region.

Heavy rain in Kollam district, Kerala, has caused crop loss and property damage. The weather event impacted both agricultural fields and infrastructure in the region.

Kozhikode police in Kerala have issued alerts over landslides, flooding, and dam releases, intensifying patrolling in vulnerable areas like low-lying zones, riverbanks, and tourist spots. The public is urged to follow safety guidelines strictly.

CPI(M) leader Sivankutty accuses the UDF government in Kerala of scapegoating an official to divert attention from a Congress-BJP deal involving councillor Sugathan. The leader claims the 'rescue operation' for the BJP councillor was Congress's repayment of a debt for vote trading in recent elections.

Kerala is experiencing monsoon landslides due to high-intensity rainfall. The state receives approximately 3,000 mm of annual rainfall, with uneven and extreme spells becoming more frequent, worsened by global warming and climate change.

Hospitals in Kerala’s Ernakulam are operating at full capacity due to a significant increase in influenza and fever cases. The surge has overwhelmed local healthcare facilities, prompting concerns about patient care and resource management.

Kerala's government faces criticism for lacking long-term plans to mitigate rain-induced disasters. The Chief Minister blames the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) for delayed weather forecasts, but experts argue that existing IMD data from 110 weather stations over 125 years has already identified vulnerable monsoon regions, enabling proactive preparedness measures.

The UDF in Kerala faces a dilemma over the PM SHRI initiative, balancing the need for central government funds against maintaining political integrity. The party must decide whether to accept the program's benefits or risk compromising its principles.

Heavy rain continues to impact Kozhikode district in Kerala, with 964 people from 365 families remaining in 32 relief camps and schools closed for a second day. In Wayanad, more than a dozen relief camps have closed as displaced families returned home, leaving 584 people in 14 camps.

The CPI accuses the UDF government in Kerala of supporting the RSS-BJP agenda. The claim centers on alleged collaboration with the RSS-BJP to advance their political objectives.

Kerala Minister urges the removal of hazardous trees near schools to ensure safety. The directive focuses on eliminating potential risks posed by such trees in educational institutions.

The death toll from the 2026 Kerala floods has risen to 18 as rain intensity decreases, with three people still missing. Chief Minister Satheesan reported that the situation in most districts is now under control following reduced rainfall.

An orange alert was issued for Kerala’s Palakkad district on Tuesday as heavy rain continued to lash the area on Monday.

MVD has increased highway patrols in Kerala due to a rise in aquaplaning accidents. Motorists are advised to reduce speed to below 60 kmph on wet roads as fatal accidents have increased on national highways since the monsoon began.