Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh: Pawan Kalyan is reportedly planning a 20-day Kerala stay for rehabilitation following his recent shoulder surgery. Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan is reportedly preparing to spend around 20 days in Kerala as part of his post-surgery recovery. The reported stay is expected to focus on rehabilitation following the right shoulder surgery he underwent in Mumbai on July 11, 2026. Kalyan had been diagnosed with seriou

Hundreds of devotees gathered at Kerala’s Sabarimala Lord Ayyappa Temple on Monday as the shrine opened for darshan on the first day of Chingam, marking the beginning of the Malayalam New Year. Pilgrims had started reaching the hill shrine in large numbers from Sunday evening ahead of the important monthly rituals. The temple opened for devotees at 5:00 AM on August 17. The Chingam month ceremonies will continue through August 21, after which the shrine will close at 10:00 PM. It

Onam 2026 begins with Atham on August 16 and reaches its biggest celebration on Thiruvonam, August 26, with Sadhya, Pookalam, Pulikali and boat races across Kerala. Onam Festival 2026 Dates And Main Celebrations Onam, Kerala’s biggest harvest and cultural festival, will be celebrated with traditional rituals, elaborate feasts and colourful public events in August 2026. The festivities begin with Atham on Sunday, August 16, and continue for 10 day

Around 133 people who claim they were cheated in an alleged overseas visa and job fraud staged a protest at Koodaranji in Kozhikode, demanding the arrest of the accused and recovery of crores of rupees they say they lost. Visa Fraud Victims Stage Protest in Koodaranji Victims of an alleged overseas visa and employment fraud organised a protest in Koodaranji on Sunday, brin

The Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill was among four bills introduced in the Lok Sabha on Monday amid loud Opposition protests and sloganeering. Opposition MPs demanded Home Minister Amit Shah’s presence while protesting the July 20 police action, forcing repeated adjournments. Kerala Name Change Bill Introduced in Lok Sabha Amid Uproar The Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill was among four pieces of legislation introduced in the Lok Sa

Kerala Police have formally arrested political commentator T.G. Mohandas over alleged remarks made in a YouTube video concerning a student protest in New Delhi, while seized electronic devices are set to undergo forensic examination. TG Mohandas Arrest Recorded by Cyber Police T.G. Mohandas was taken into custody from his residence in Koovapadam, Kochi, on Sunday, August 9,

Kerala has announced a major relief package after intense monsoon rain, flooding and landslides killed 15 people, left seven missing and forced more than 11,000 residents into relief camps. ₹8 Lakh Compensation for Bereaved Families Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan said the government would provide ₹8 lakh to the family of every person who died in rain-related incidents.

Kerala’s rain crisis deepened on August 4, 2026, as the death toll reached 25, thousands entered relief camps and high-level weather alerts remained in force. Kerala Rains 2026 Death Toll Reaches 25 Heavy rain across Kerala since August 1 has claimed 25 lives, while four people remain missing and 10 have been injured. Floods, landslides, overflowing rivers and severe wat

Heavy rain and flooding across Kerala have reportedly claimed 15 lives, while seven people remain missing. With more rainfall, strong winds and rough seas forecast, rescue teams are continuing relief operations as over 11,000 displaced residents shelter in camps. Rain-Related Death Toll Rises Across Kerala Kerala continues to face severe disruption from persistent monsoon rain, flooding and related

Kumbh Viral Girl Monalisa Bhosle Says Life Is in Danger Monalisa Bhosle approached Ernakulam Central Police Station on July 19, 2026, seeking renewed protection and alleging threats to her life. Kochi Police are reviewing her petition amid a disputed-age case and legal proceedings involving her husband.   Kumbh Viral Girl Monalisa Bhosle Says Life Is in Danger Monalisa Bhosle, who became widely known after her videos from the

Vijay Mohanlal Anti-Drug Event: Kerala, Tamil Nadu Join Forces The Vijay Mohanlal anti-drug event in Kerala is expected to become a major public-awareness programme under Operation Toofan. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has accepted an invitation to participate alongside Malayalam superstar Mohanlal, according to Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala. The proposed event is expected to be held in Kochi, although its date has not yet been final

TN CM Vijay Backs Operation Toofan, Kerala Border Security Push Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has reportedly expressed his willingness to deploy additional police personnel along the Tamil Nadu-Kerala border as part of expanded cooperation for Kerala’s anti-narcotics campaign, Operation Toofan. Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala announced the development following his meeting with Vijay in Chennai on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. According

Revathy, Padmapriya Quit Association of Malayalam Movie Artists Over Safety And Accountability Issues Actors Revathy and Padmapriya Janakiraman have resigned from the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA), citing concerns over safety, dignity, accountability, and equal treatment in the Malayalam film industry. Their resignation highlights growing questions over whether AMMA has done enough to address workplace safety and structural inequality fac

Wayanad Tunnel Project Landslide: Rescue Teams Search Kalladi Site After Heavy Rain A major landslide struck the Wayanad tunnel project site near Kalladi in Kerala on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, triggering a large rescue operation amid heavy rainfall in the region. The incident occurred near Meenakshi Bridge, close to the ongoing Anakkompoyil-Meppadi tunnel road project, which is being developed to improve connectivity between Malappuram and Wayanad districts.

Kerala Sanctions ₹40 Lakh To Relocate Nilambur Boy’s Family Kerala has sanctioned ₹40 lakh from the CMDRF to relocate four families of Nilambur boy Ananthu Vijayan, who died after contact with an illegal electric trap in Malappuram.   Four Families To Receive ₹10 Lakh Each The Kerala government has sanctioned ₹40 lakh from the Chief Minister’s Distress Relief Fund for the rehabilitation of four families linked to A