Kerala

KSRTC Budget Tourism Cell to Arrange Trips for Navy Day Demonstration

The display, scheduled to begin at 4 PM on December 3 at Shangumugham, will be accessible via specially arranged trips from multiple districts under KSRTC’s Budget Tourism Cell.

Police Action in Survivor Identity Leak: Congress Leader Sandeep Varier Petitions for Bail

The charges filed include unlawfully revealing the identity of a sexual-assault survivor, defamation and humiliation of womanhood, and issuing threats. Additional charges relating to misuse of electronic communication channels have also been invoked. The offences carry penalties of up to two years’ imprisonment.

Bomb Threat at Cliff House Traced to Coimbatore Email Source

A bomb squad was immediately deployed to the residence, and police later confirmed that the threat was a hoax following a thorough inspection. The email was traced to Coimbatore, and police stated that similar threats had previously been sent from the same email ID.

Sivankutty Calls ED Notice Political Theatre Ahead of Kerala Local Polls

"The political intent of the ED is clearly evident,” Sivankutty asserted. Any attempt to weaken or sabotage KIIFB — a core pillar of Kerala’s development planning — will be met with strong public resistance, he stated.

Survivor in Mankootathil MLA Sexual Assault Case Faces Congress-Backed Cyber Abuse

According to sources, discussions regarding this campaign took place within WhatsApp groups of the Instant Response Team (IRT), which coordinates the social media activity of Congress supporters. After the survivor’s photo was shared internally, members were urged to rapidly circulate it across social platforms.

Did Rahul Mankootathil MLA Escape in a Red Polo Linked to Malayali Actress? Key Leads Emerge

Investigators focused on CCTV recordings from the area and identified Rahul departing in the vehicle. Police then traced the registration number, which led them to the owner — a Malayali actress. However, authorities are still examining whether Rahul continued in the same vehicle throughout his journey or transferred to another car en route.

Investigation Tightens Around MLA Rahul Mankootathil in Assault and Forced Abortion Case

Notably, arguments presented in Rahul’s own anticipatory bail plea appear damaging to his defense. The petition acknowledges that he had multiple sexual encounters with the survivor and that the woman had recorded and preserved their phone conversations and chat messages. This undermines the claims circulated earlier that the audio clips were AI-generated and not genuine.

Sabarimala Pilgrims Report Hassle-Free Darshan Amid High Turnout

Typically, weekends witness higher footfall, but this season has shown a different trend — a greater number of pilgrims are arriving on weekdays. During last week’s Monday and Tuesday alone, more than two lakh devotees visited the shrine.

BJP Using ED to Target Kerala’s Development: M.V. Govindan

M.V. Govindan highlighted that KIIFB has led development initiatives worth one lakh crore rupees and that the results are visible statewide. “The projects undertaken through KIIFB can be seen in every part of Kerala. There has been a sustained effort to tarnish KIIFB, which has made effective investments in all 140 constituencies to elevate Kerala’s infrastructure to world-class levels,” he said.

ED Notice Is Election Smokescreen; BJP’s Move Aims to Undermine Kerala, Says Thomas Isaac

The ED has not clarified why we are required to appear. It has no answer even to the questions raised by the court. The timing of the notice is telling — it arrives during election season.

Son kills father, critically injures mother

In Kayamkulam, a lawyer allegedly killed his father and critically injured his mother after a family dispute. Police have taken the son into custody.

State Government Assurance Brings 413-Day Munambam Protest to an End

Munambam Land Protection Committee ends 413-day protest after High Court confirms land is not Waqf property.

Kerala is considering a reduction in motor vehicle fitness fees

Kerala plans to reduce revised motor vehicle fitness fees after the Centre’s hike, aiming to ease the burden on vehicle owners.

Ashtamudi Lake Clam Population Shows Strong Signs of Recovery

Ashtamudi Lake’s short-neck clams are recovering after restocking, offering hope for ecology and local fisheries in Kerala.

Over 12 Lakh Devotees Visit Sabarimala in 15 Days

Around 12.48 lakh devotees visited Sabarimala in first 15 days of mandala-makaravilakku season; crowd under control, darshan smooth.