Kerala

The Kerala government has established a transport coordination committee to oversee transportation management.

Kerala's Forests Minister Shibu Baby John met Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav to seek greater Central support for addressing human-wildlife conflict. While the Centre approved some proposals, it rejected Kerala's demand to classify wild boar as vermin.

Kerala will establish a special task force to address rising complaints of dowry harassment and domestic violence, following recommendations from a State Legislative Assembly committee that emphasized the need for urgent and coordinated intervention.

The Enforcement Directorate has summoned top hospital officials in Kerala as part of an investigation into an organ trade racket. The probe is focused on potential illegal activities related to organ trading in the region.

Rescuers in Kerala, India, are searching for five missing people after a landslide caused by heavy monsoon rains killed three workers and injured seven near a tunnel construction site. Kerala’s home minister claims the disaster was man-made due to unscientific earth dumping, while the construction company denies responsibility, citing the landslide’s origin above the work site.

Rescuers in Kerala, India, are searching for five missing people after a landslide triggered by heavy monsoon rains killed three workers and injured seven at a tunnel construction site. Officials claim the disaster was man-made due to improper earth disposal, while the construction company denied responsibility, citing the landslide's origin above the site. Investigations are ongoing, and experts link intensified monsoons to human-caused climate change.

Kerala is experiencing heavy rains with nine districts, including Wayanad, placed on orange alert. The warning indicates severe weather conditions in the region.

Ministers from Tamil Nadu and Kerala have expressed opposition to proposed amendments to the National Food Security Act. The changes to the law are being criticized by these states for reasons detailed in the article.

A debris slip at a tunnel road construction site in Kerala's Wayanad district killed three people and left five missing. Search operations are ongoing, and Kerala CM V.D. Satheesan is set to visit the site.

Monsoon rains triggered a deadly debris slip in Wayanad, Kerala. The article also covers Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Indonesia, explosions in Syria during French President Emmanuel Macron’s trip, and the Gujarat High Court’s ruling on the 2008 Ahmedabad blasts case.

Local bodies in Kerala are experiencing a financial crisis due to a sharp decline in Plan fund allocations in the Revised Budget presented by the United Democratic Front government.

A yellow alert has been issued for 11 districts in Kerala on June 8 as the state is expected to receive rain for the next four days.

A debris slip in Wayanad has trapped people underground, prompting Kerala's Leader of the Opposition, Pinarayi Vijayan, to call for urgent rescue measures. Vijayan also demanded a serious investigation into potential lapses in emergency response following the incident's casualties.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Wayanad and Kozhikode districts in Kerala, warning of extreme heavy rain. The Wayanad region received 265 mm of rainfall in 24 hours ending July 7, 2026, classified as extremely heavy by IMD.

Two members of a Kerala family were killed in a road crash in Saudi Arabia. The incident occurred in a specific location, though details about the crash remain unspecified.

Speculation is growing about the selection of a new KPCC chief. Deepa Dasmunshi, AICC general secretary for Kerala, is in Thiruvananthapuram to discuss party leadership choices with senior leaders.

Kerala's Forest Minister is set to meet Union Minister Bhupender Yadav to demand amendments to the Wildlife Protection Act, including authority for hunting dangerous animals, aerial translocation, and increased funding for conflict mitigation.

Idukki Collector advises tourists to avoid visiting Munnar in Kerala due to a travel advisory. The advisory follows a major crack and mudslide on the Kochi-Dhanushkodi National Highway.

P.K. Sasi's Democratic Marxist Front (DMF) will merge with the Communist Party of Marxist (CMP) on July 17. The merger, along with other like-minded groups, aims to form a new Left platform in Kerala.

A panel has been established to study the impact of Kerala's 'Priyadarshini' free bus travel scheme on private bus operators in the state. The initiative aims to assess how the free travel policy affects the private transportation sector.

Kerala plans to complete fallow land mapping within a month. Agriculture Minister T. Siddique directed officials to prioritize paddy quality during a district-level review meeting in Kottayam.

An allegation of custodial torture has emerged in a POCSO case in Koodal, Pathanamthitta, Kerala. Investigators doubt the girl's claims against 10 individuals, attributing them to disappointment in a romantic relationship rather than factual events.

Coexistence Collective, an environmental coalition, accuses Congress leaders in Kerala of undermining forest, wildlife, and environmental protection. The group claims these actions have intensified since the United Democratic Front (UDF) assumed power in the state.

CorroHealth employees in Kerala were denied entry to the Kochi office on Monday as security personnel followed company instructions to restrict access. The company has granted employees access to the office until July 10, with minister-level discussions ongoing.

Lokineni Yaashvan, a 7-year-old boy from Tirumalagiri district in Hyderabad residing in Tirunelveli, was struck by an ambulance while cycling on June 29. His six organs, including kidneys, liver, corneas, and heart valve, are being transplanted to six patients in Kerala.

Kiyan, a newborn found abandoned in Kerala, is now under State care. The article confirms the child's transition to government custody but provides no additional details about the circumstances of abandonment or current status.

Actor Ansiba Hassan plans to approach Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan for a fair investigation into a case against Tiny Tom. The case was registered against Tiny Tom for allegedly making defamatory and communal remarks against Ansiba.

256 criminal cases are pending against lawmakers in Kerala, with 22 cases delayed for over two years and nine cases for over five years.

The first instalment of ₹25,863 crore under VB-GRAM G was released, with Uttar Pradesh receiving the highest allocation of ₹3,210.76 crore, followed by Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Tamil Nadu, while Kerala received ₹925.33 crore. Concerns about centralised planning and high technological barriers remain.

CPI State assistant secretary P.P. Suneer, MP, states that the issue should be discussed within the LDF and cannot be closed unilaterally. The CPI emphasizes that the matter remains unresolved.

A woman was injured in a wild boar attack inside a supermarket in Kerala’s Ranni. The animal entered the shop through the entrance and attacked her while she was arranging goods after opening the store.

An abuse complaint by a minor in Kerala’s Pathanamthitta was found to be fabricated after medical examination reports confirmed no sexual assault had occurred. The minor retracted her initial allegations during further questioning.

Fake online stores in Kerala are deceiving urban consumers by offering branded lifestyle products at heavily discounted rates, with discounts ranging from 70% to 90%. These scams target budget-conscious buyers in urban areas.

Kerala is launching a 24x7 helpline for senior citizens and will establish district ageing cells. The state also plans to introduce welfare measures for the elderly and persons with disabilities.

Kerala has launched the 'Dakshayani' scheme to promote entrepreneurship among SC/ST women. Self-Help Groups (SHGs) will receive subsidies of up to ₹10 lakh for new ventures, with a pilot project starting in Palakkad.

The service of AI cameras in Kerala remains suspended due to the Finance department's failure to clear pending bills, which have accumulated to ₹60 crore in arrears owed to Keltron over 15 months.

Konaseema will host a coir conclave on July 16 and 17. Entrepreneurs from Andhra Pradesh and Kerala will discuss technological advancements and opportunities for expanding value-added coir manufacturing in the region.

The close contest highlighted Argentina’s vulnerabilities, leaving fans in Kerala in a frenzy as they celebrated their team’s narrow escape from elimination.

Wayanad farmers in Kerala are concerned about a poor harvest due to a rainfall deficit. The district recorded 270.23 mm of rain in June, the lowest for the month in the past five years according to the Hume Centre for Ecology and Wildlife Biology.

Heavy rains in Kerala have caused rising water levels in rivers and dams, leading to inundation in low-lying areas and property damage. Authorities have issued alerts and implemented precautionary measures for riverbank residents.