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

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 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

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

Thiruvananthapuram, June 30: Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala has distanced the Home Department from a reported Operation Toofan meeting linked to Congress MP K Sudhakaran, saying official meetings under the campaign can be convened only by senior police officers. Operation Toofan is Kerala’s police-led anti-drug campaign aimed at cracking down on narcotics networks, drug trafficking and substance abuse. The clari

Kochi, June 30, 2026: The Sabarimala gold theft probe has widened after the Special Investigation Team informed the Kerala High Court that it had collected material against seven persons, including former Travancore Devaswom Board president P.S. Prasanth. The SIT report points to alleged criminal breach of trust, forgery and criminal conspiracy linked to the Dwarapalaka idols and related gold-plating work. Sabarimala Gold Theft Probe W

Thiruvananthapuram, June 24: Leader of the Opposition in the Kerala Assembly, Pinarayi Vijayan, on Wednesday wrote to Chief Minister V D Satheesan, urging immediate steps to bring home the mortal remains of Arjun, a Kerala worker who died in the Qatar blast. Arjun, a native of Kozhikode district, died after an explosion at an industrial facility in Qatar’s Ras Laffan Industrial City on Sunday night, June 21, 2026. The in

Kollam City Police have launched a month-long anti-drug drive to strengthen awareness against drug abuse and encourage public participation in prevention efforts across the city. The campaign, reported on June 17, comes as Kerala continues to focus on anti-narcotics awareness, enforcement and early intervention to protect students and young people from substance abuse. Awareness Drive To Focus On Youth Safety