Migrant Workers Injured in Kerala Fire from Gas Leak in Kannur

All of them were admitted to Pariyaram Medical College Hospital for treatment

Four migrant workers injured in cooking gas explosion in Keralas Kannur; two critical

All are Odisha natives

Fever-induced pneumonia led to Anayas death: Report

KOZHIKODE: Nearly two months after the death of nine-year-old Anaya, who was suspected to have succumbed to amoebic meningoencephalitis, the post-mortem report has finally reached the Thamarassery police. The report, received on Thursday, attributes her death to fever-induced pneumonia, though officials maintain that the chemical examination report is still awaited to confirm the precise cause. Speaking to TNIE, Thamarassery DySP P Chandramohan said, The delay in receiving both the post-mortem and chemical analysis reports appears to have triggered the anguish of Anayas father, Sanoop, who had repeatedly expressed distrust in the earlier preliminary report. The DySP noted that the Regional Chemical Examiners Laboratory in Kozhikode, which handles samples from five north Kerala districts, is overburdened with backlog cases, causing significant procedural delays. The chemical examination results will be crucial in establishing the exact medical cause of death. The waiting time is longer because the laboratory prioritises cases based on urgency, and many samples from across Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasaragod are pending, the officer said. The delay, and Sanoops growing frustration over what he perceived as medical negligence, tragically culminated in a violent episode at the Thamarassery Taluk Hospital on Wednesday. CCTV footage has since emerged, capturing the chilling moments leading up to the attack on Dr Vipin P T, casualty doctor at the hospital. In the footage, Sanoop is seen entering the doctors room after instructing his two children to wait outside. One of the childrens school bags, investigators said, contained a concealed machete (koduval), its handle visibly sticking out. Moments later, Sanoop charged at Dr Vipin, inflicting a deep head wound before bystanders intervened and restrained him. Dr Vipin, who sustained a seven-centimetre-deep wound on his scalp, was rushed to Baby Memorial Hospital, Kozhikode, where he underwent emergency plastic surgery. Hospital officials confirmed that his condition is stable and there is no brain injury. Dr Vipin was shifted from the ICU to a room and is recovering well, said hospital authorities. He underwent a successful procedure under Dr Krishna Kumar, chief of plastic surgery department. Meanwhile, Sanoops wife, Rambeesa, condemned her husbands violent act, saying he should have sought justice through legal means. She revealed that Sanoop had been emotionally devastated since their daughters death on August 14, and that doctors at the medical college had hinted that her life could have been saved had she been brought in sooner. He couldnt sleep at night and often cried while holding our children, she said. I still want justice for Anaya, but violence was never the answer. The initial diagnosis was changed later, which made us doubt the reports. We will seek a proper legal investigation. She also voiced fears that the post-mortem findings might have been altered, though authorities have firmly denied this. Hospital superintendent Dr Gopalakrishnan dismissed claims of conflicting reports, reiterating that amoebic meningoencephalitis remained the confirmed diagnosis based on tests from Kozhikode Medical College. He recalled that Sanoop had visited the hospital multiple times seeking a death certificate, and staff had even assisted him with filing an online application through the municipal corporation. He never displayed aggression during those visits, the superintendent said. I now believe I may have been his intended target that day, but Dr Vipin happened to be present when the attack occurred. Police officials investigating the case stated that Sanoop showed no remorse during interrogation. Mystery behind death Anaya was admitted to the Thamarassery Taluk Hospital on August 14 with high fever and was referred the next day to Kozhikode Medical College, where she passed away. Her samples later tested positive for Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis - a rare but deadly infection caused by an amoeba commonly found in contaminated water.

KGMOA observes protest day in Kannur demanding safety of doctors

Kannur airport on threshold of transformation as land acquisition and road upgrades gain pace

A recent high-level meeting in Thiruvananthapuram decided to assign special officers to expedite land acquisition for the Chorukkala-Bavuparamba-Mayyil-Kololam-Mattanur Airport Link Road.

Explosion at Pathayakunnu in Keralas Kannur; windowpanes of houses shattered

Preliminary investigation suggests the explosion may have been an act of arson

Congress, BJP protests demanding Vasavan and Prasanths resignation over Sabarimala temple theft roil Kerala

Congress disruption of the Assembly over Sabarimala temple theft spilt onto the street at Mavelikara in Alappuzha and Kannur. BJP workers take out march to Chief Ministers official residence aeeking CBI enquiry

Thalassery district court acquits all 14 accused, including Kodi Suni, in New Mahe twin murder case

KANNUR: The Thalassery District Court has acquitted all 14 accused in the RSS twin murder case that took place in New Mahe, bringing an end to a legal battle that lasted 15 years. The court found the accused, including Kodi Suni, not guilty due to the prosecutions failure to establish the charges. The case pertained to the brutal killing of two BJP-RSS workers, who were stopped on a bike, attacked with bombs, and hacked to death. Most of the accused were CPM followers. Among them, Kodi Suni, Muhammed Shafi, and Shinoj are already serving prison sentences for their involvement in the murder of political leader T P Chandrasekharan. On May 28, 2010, two RSS workers, Vijith (28) and Shinoj (29), were brutally murdered near Pallur. The incident occurred along Kallai on Peringadi Road in New Mahe. According to the case details, the victims were attacked with bombs and hacked to death while returning after attending a court hearing in Mahe. A total of 16 people were accused in connection with the double murder. However, two of the accused died during the course of the prolonged legal proceedings. TP Chandrasekharan murder accused Kodi Suni released on 30-day parole amid controversy

Memorial of Kerala CPI(M) worker U.K. Kunhiraman vandalised in Kannur; case against five RSS workers

Super League Kerala 2.0: New coaches, smart marketing & a competition raising the bar

KOCHI: Keralas homegrown professional football league, the Super League Kerala (SLK), has entered its second season and everything about it feels bigger, sharper, and more ambitious. From a full-fledged marketing blitz led by film stars and celebrities to a revamped scouting system and a new wave of international coaches, the league seems to be getting transformed from a promising experiment into a confident, professional spectacle. If last years debut was about proving a point, Season 2 is about raising the bar. The fan engagement alone tells the story packed stadiums across Kozhikode, Malappuram, and Thiruvananthapuram, roaring crowds, and a record 21,903 spectators at the opener. The acceptance has been phenomenal, both in stadiums and online, says Mathew Joseph, CEO and director of SLK. This season feels like a movement. A major part of that movement has been the leagues focus on homegrown talent. Through Project Gamechanger, SLKs in-house scouting initiative, five young players have graduated into professional ranks this year. The first two assists of the season came from players scouted through Project Gamechanger Sangeeth Satish of Forca Kochi and Muhamad Sinan of Kannur Warriors, says Firoze Meeran, SLK managing director. With 100 Kerala players in the mix up from 90 last year the league is fast becoming the states strongest platform for nurturing future football stars. On the field, there is a new international flavour too. Every team has refreshed its setup with new managers, most of them from Europe and South America. D Arun Kumar of Calicut FC celebrates after scoring the winning goal against Forca Kochi FC Kannur Warriors retained their Spanish coach Sanches Murias, while Malappuram FC brought in Miguel Corral, Forca Kochi signed Miquel Plana, Thrissur Magic turned to Russian Andrey Chernyshov, Thiruvananthapuram Kombans appointed Englishman James McAloon, and Calicut FC, the defending champions, are now led by Argentine Ever Demalde. The arrival of ISL veteran Roy Krishna at Malappuram FC has further added to the star quotient. Behind the scenes, the marketing game has gone professional. A slick campaign featuring Basil Joseph, Prithviraj, Shashi Tharoor, and Sanju Samson has given the league unprecedented visibility. Social media campaigns, city-based fan drives, and an online prediction game have amplified fan engagement beyond the stadiums. When personalities like Tharoor and Sanju Samson back the league, it helps us reach a national and even international audience, Mathew says. Each franchise has used the Rs 2.5-crore spending cap smartly, bringing in key players and coaches to strengthen their squads. The league itself has expanded geographically, with Thrissur Magic and Kannur Warriors getting dedicated home turfs for the first time. Broadcast on Sony Sports Network and Doordarshan, with live streaming on Sports.com as part of a three-year deal, the 33-match season will culminate in a grand finale on December 14. With its mix of star-studded marketing, professional management, and a clear vision for nurturing local talent, Super League Kerala has evolved into more than just a state league it is Keralas bold statement in Indias growing football ecosystem.

Elderly man assaulted by group of youths in road rage incident in Keralas Kannur

A video of the assault, recorded by the assailants themselves, has gone viral

Street dog attacks artist during play, highlighting dog attacks in Kerala

KANNUR: A street play in Kandakkai of Mayyil panchayat took an unexpected turn when a stray dog attack occurred during the performance. The incident happened during a one-act play Pekkaalam (rabies season), which was being staged as part of an awareness program against street dog attacks, at the Kandakkai Krishna Pillai Library around 7 pm on Sunday. During the play, a sound effect of dogs attacking a child was used as part of the performance. Mistaking the sounds for a real incident, a stray dog nearby suddenly rushed onto the stage and bit P Radhakrishnan, 57, the artist who was performing. At first, the audience assumed the scene was part of the performance. It was only after it ended that the artist revealed he had been bitten on his feet. I was playing the scene where my character was trying to help a kid who was being attacked by street dogs. During that scene I had a stick in my hand. But unexpectedly a dog came from behind and bit my leg. I was able to scare the dog off , which saved me from any further attack, said Radhakrishnan. He later went to Kannur Medical College, where he received a vaccination. Fortunately, he suffered only minor injuries in the incident. Radhakrishnan said that this was the first time he had ever experienced such an incident. He added that his quick reaction helped prevent the dogs teeth from piercing his flesh, allowing him to escape without a serious injury.

CMs clean chit to P.P. Divya in Assembly draws criticism

KSU vice-president, who filed a complaint against former Kannur district panchayat president P.P. Divya alleging corruption, objects to CMs statement in Assembly that the allegations are baseless

Congress to cash in on Sabarimala gold plate row

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Sensing an opportunity to politically corner the Left, which has been basking in the glory of the global Ayyappa meet, the Congress is planning to take up the gold plate row in a big way. Determined to trigger a debate over the gold plate row, the Congress will hold a protest meeting called Prathishedha Jyothi in Pathanamthitta on October 9. The event, where the party plans to rally the believers, will be inaugurated by AICC general secretary K C Venugopal. The party plans to organise similar protest meets in other parts of the state too. KPCC president and MLA Sunny Joseph said in Kannur that the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) president, who has failed to protect the properties of Sabarimala, is unfit to continue in the position. He alleged that the gold plating at Sabarimala has been replaced with copper instead of gold, resulting in a loss worth crores of rupees. He further accused the government of taking a biased stance by shielding those involved in the wrongdoing instead of ensuring accountability. The ongoing investigation into the gold plate controversy is inadequate, he said, calling for a probe under the supervision of the High Court. Leader of Opposition V D Satheesan has called for the immediate resignation of the devaswom minister and the TDB president, citing serious allegations of gold theft at Sabarimala. At the inauguration of a public meeting organised by UDF district committee in Aluva on Saturday, Satheesan demanded a central agency probe under the supervision of the High Court to investigate the alleged misappropriation of gold donated by Ayyappa devotees. He raised questions about the handling of 30kg of gold donated by the UB Group, asking how much of it remains and why no probe was conducted into the reported shortfall. He also questioned why the individual responsible for the alleged theft was invited back, accusing the TDB of engaging in fraudulent practices, as observed by the High Court. The event was chaired by UDF chairman Dominic Presentation, with UDF convener Adoor Prakash, MP, delivering the keynote address. GLOBAL AYYAPPA SANGAMAM HELD TO CONCEAL MISUSE OF TEMPLE WEALTH: KC ALAPPUZHA: AICC general secretary and Alappuzha MP K C Venugopal on Saturday alleged that the state government organised the Global Ayyappa Sangamam to conceal corruption and misuse of temple wealth. Inaugurating a special convention of the UDF in Alappuzha, Venugopal said the associates of businessman Vijay Mallya had clarified that the Dwarapalaka idol he donated was gold-plated. It was during the tenure of the Pinarayi Vijayan government that the gold vanished and turned into copper, he said. Referring to the recent controversy involving the Travancore Devaswom Board, he asked who Unnikrishnan Potti was and how he became involved in temple affairs.

Land acquisition for Kannur airport runway to be expedited, says Kerala CM

The process of acquiring 245.32 acres of land at Keezhalur and Kanad is under way, with the valuation of agricultural trees and buildings nearing completion

Going nuts! At this Kerala eatery, where coconuts still pay bills!

KANNUR: At a time when UPI and QR codes dominate even street-corner tea stalls, a small eatery in Panoors Poyiloor continues to thrive on barter. Here, coconuts still fetch you a meal. But what was once a quiet village tradition has now become an internet sensation, thanks to vloggers. For decades, Sreedharans tea shop has run on exchange: One coconut for porota and tea, two coconuts for an upgraded meal with puzhukk (tapioca curry) or chicken curry. Farmers often pay with bananas, jackfruit, or vegetables instead of money. The system, rooted in scarcity-era practices, had long served only the locals. Today, however, the scene looks different. Camera-wielding visitors record every detail from porotas sizzling on the tawa to tea steaming in steel tumblers and upload them to YouTube or Instagram, where the videos quickly go viral.Earlier, only local labourers visited the shop. Now, the online videos have started attracting tourists, too, Sreedharan says, smiling as he flips dough in his dimly lit, electricity free shack. Despite the sudden fame, little has changed. Sreedharan Meals are still cooked fresh daily without electricity, gas, or refrigeration. Coconuts given in barter are used in the curry or dried for oil, while the shop still opens at 9am and closes by 3pm, ensuring nothing goes to waste. Locals say the spotlight hasnt disturbed the old rhythm but has given their hamlet recognition. We bring coconuts or tapioca like always, but now when vloggers arrive, we feel proud this little shop is on the internet, says Balan, a local resident. For Sreedharan, fame is secondary. People may come for the videos, but they stay for the food, he says. In Panur, a coconut still buys you a meal only now, it might also get you a few thousand views online.

Koothuparamba MLA K.P. Mohanan attacked during protest at Panoor in Keralas Kannur

The incident occurred when the MLA arrived to inaugurate an anganwadi. The protest was over a garbage issue linked to a dialysis centre

Ex-husband stabs, critically injures 35-yr-old woman in Kerala

KOCHI: A 35-year-old woman was grievously injured after being stabbed by her ex-husband in Angamaly on Tuesday. The victim, identified as Riya Xavier of Sreemoolanagaram, was assaulted near Mukkannur Forane Church, where she had gone in the morning to visit her children. The accused, Jinu of Angamaly, was traced soon after the incident and taken into custody, said a source with Ernakulam rural police. Riya and Jinu had been living separately following their divorce, during which Riya had moved abroad. The attack was reportedly triggered by Jinus objection to her visiting the children after their separation. She met the children at the church around 10 am, and was walking through a pocket road behind the church to catch an autorickshaw when the former husband confronted her, said an officer with Angamaly police station. He shouted at her, asking why she came to see the children despite settling the matter in the court. The accused then blocked her and stabbed her on the left side of the abdomen and on her neck. The woman, who lost a lot of blood, was rushed to a nearby private hospital and then to a specialist hospital in Karukutty, said the officer. The accused was booked for attempted murder, causing grievous hurt by a dangerous weapon, and wrongful restraint, under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, added the officer. As per the womans statement, the divorce proceedings were over but there was a dispute over the children's custody. We will have to verify it by checking court records.

Fake bomb threat sparks panic at Kannur railway station; caller with mental illness taken into custody

The call, received on the emergency number 112 around 11 p.m., claimed that a bomb had been planted at the station. Soon, the railway police, RPF, bomb squad and dog squad conducted a thorough search of the station and surrounding areas but found nothing

Shashi Tharoor writes to Air India MD over flight cancellations from Kerala airports

KOCHI: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has shot off a letter to Air India MD Campbell Wilson, expressing displeasure over the reported large-scale cancellations of Air India Express (AIE) services from Kerala airports in the forthcoming winter schedule. The move is in the wake of reports of a significant number of AIE flights being withdrawn from Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Kozhikode and Kannur in the winter schedule, which will be effective from October 26, 2025 till March 28, 2026. Kerala is one of the busiest aviation hubs in the country, with exceptionally high international passenger traffic, particularly to the Gulf region. Any curtailment of services at this stage will inevitably cause severe hardship to migrant workers, students, tourists and families, while also hampering trade and tourism. @airindia must stop treating Kerala as an afterthought: withdrawing business-class services on the longest single-sector flight in India (Delhi to Thiruvananthapuram) has already added insult to injury, the MP wrote on social media platform X. If @airIndia continues its disregard for Keralas interests, @IndiGo6E and @AkasaAir are waiting in the wings and many of us will have no compunction about switching our allegiance to those who give us the attention we deserve. I had publicly hailed @airindia as my favourite airline. But when facts change, opinions can change too. I hope all concerned will pay due attention. @TataCompanies, he wrote. I have written to @airindia MD Campbell Wilson to express my deep concern over reports of large-scale cancellations of @airindiaexpress services from Kerala's airports in the forthcoming winter schedule. According to widely-circulated media accounts, a significant number of Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) September 29, 2025

Solace courses... from pain in her heart and song in her mouth

KOCHI: As the colourful kite soared, it caught the imagination of a five-year-old who had come to the park accompanied by her mother. Enraptured by the rainbow-hued objects vagaries and flight of fancy, she poured her emotions and feelings into verse. She sang the lines out aloud to her mesmerised mother, who recorded it. This marked the birth of Agna Yami as a poet. But, Agna is no mere dreamer. Besides being the youngest published female poet in the world, her compassion for fellow children suffering from life-threatening diseases drove her to launch Aksharakoottu an initiative that envisages making available reading material for children undergoing treatment for cancer in hospitals. I came to know about the plight of children suffering from cancer from my mother, says the second-standard student of Kozhikode Venappara Little Flower UP School. She works for an organisation called C For CCCI. From her, I came to know about the children who have been undergoing treatment for cancer. She told me how these children are unable to attend school. This made me think about donating my books. The first stop was Kozhikode Medical College Hospitals cancer ward. Besides her books, she went on to donate tomes that she bought with money from her piggy bank. And, that was just the start. Since then, she has been donating books to cancer wards. Agna has roped in friends and acquaintances for this initiative. Now seven, she also conducts online classes for children afflicted by cancer. I had been doing that since I was two. I have around 30 students from Kozhikode, Kannur, Kasaragod, Malappuram, Palakkad, and Thrissur. She was recently felicitated by General Education Minister V Sivankutty for her initiative. I received the title of youngest poet in the world for my anthology of thirty poems titled Varnappattam, which was published when I was studying in UKG, says Agna. She even illustrated the pages and cover of the book. Varnappattam was released on March 5, 2023 in Kozhikode. Soon, the accolades flowed. She was awarded the title of Grand Master by the Asia Books of Records on April 19, 2017. And in June of the same year, she was recognised with a certificate and medal by the International Book of Records. On July 3, 2023, she was recognised by the World Book of Records, London, as the worlds youngest poet author. Agna, who can read in 12 languages, wrote and published her second book Pencil and Jalaraani a collection of 20 short stories as a first grader. I can read in Malayalam, English, Hindi, Sanskrit, Spanish, German, Italian, French, Portuguese, Norwegian, Swedish, and Romanian.

Theyyam makes Durga Puja debut in Kolkata

KANNUR: The city of joy is ablaze with Durga Puja festivities. Pandals glitter with lights, dhaak beats echo through every lane, and the air carries the fragrance of dhuno. Yet, amid the familiar grandeur, this years celebrations hold something never seen before Keralas theyyam has found its place in Bengals most important festival. At South Kolkatas famed 66 Pally Clubs Durga Puja, the pandal itself tells the story. Built in the style of a traditional Kannur temple, its architecture draws directly from Keralas vastu vidya. Crafted over three months by a team of carpenters from Thalassery, the structure is both a tribute to tradition and a bold experiment in cultural fusion. It cost nearly Rs 25 lakh to complete, but its impact goes far beyond numbers. The highlight is not just the pandal but what unfolds within it. Ten artists from Thiruvananthapuram-based Theyyam Nayana Kala Samiti have arrived in Kolkata for a ten-day programme, performing theyyam live every evening. For many in Bengal, accustomed to worshipping Durga in her majestic idol form, the spectacle of theyyam a performer transformed into a living deity is nothing short of breathtaking. This is our first time being part of Durga Puja in Kolkata, says Vijaya Kumar, one of the theyyam artists. His voice still carries the weight of ritual after a performance. We were surprised when we saw the arrangements here. The pandal has been built on the model of Kerala temples. We came to know this is the first time in the history of Durga Puja that Keralas vastu vidya has been used for a pandal. That itself makes this experience memorable, Kumar says. An artist preparing for theyyam performance in Kolkata The group has been performing different theyyams, including Gulikan and Pottan, each night. Four artists don the elaborate makeup, towering headgear, and vibrant costumes, while others assist in the ritual preparations. Every day, we receive countless accolades and appreciation from the locals. Bengal is truly a land of art and culture. The way people welcomed us here proves it, Kumar adds with a smile. For the 66 Pally Club, this experiment was part of a larger milestone their 75th platinum jubilee celebrations. Kolkatas clubs are known for pushing boundaries with pandal themes every year, says 66 Pally creative designer Gopal Poddar. I make themes versatile each year. For the past few months, I have been researching about theyyam. I travelled to Kannur and met the artists earlier this year. First, I approached artists from Kannur but they declined, citing strict ritual practices that bind their performances to temple groves and ancestral shrines, Poddar says. It was then that the Thiruvananthapuram-based troupe stepped in, ensuring that the art of theyyam could travel beyond its sacred courtyards to Kolkatas festival streets, he says. Here, the result is unimaginable. Social media influencers and local people are rushing to the pandal each day to see the performances, Poddar adds. And unforgettable it is. As crowds throng to see Goddess Durga slaying Mahishasura in idol form, they also pause to watch Keralas fierce deities come alive in fire-red faces, swirling movements, and the thunder of chendas. In this space, Bengal and Kerala meet Durga and Theyyam stand side by side, different forms, one spirit.

Tiger sighting at village in Keralas Kannur sparks fear among residents

Local residents have limited outdoor movement and children have stayed away from school amid reports of the animals presence

Hi-tech cheating in Kerala PSC exam: Accomplice arrested in Kannur

Police say further investigation was on to identify possible external links that facilitated cheating attempt

Youth held for cheating in PSC exam at Kannur

Orange alert in four districts in Kerala

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a northward shift in rainfall by Saturday, issuing an orange alert for Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasaragod districts. This comes as the low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal is intensifying into a depression and is expected to make landfall along the Odisha-Andhra coast on Saturday. Yellow alerts have been declared for the Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, and Malappuram districts. Meanwhile, southern districts are likely to experience a temporary respite from rainfall. IMD has advised the residents in areas vulnerable to landslides, mudslides, and flash floods to relocate to safer locations as directed by local authorities. Those living along riverbanks and in downstream regions of dams should also remain alert to potential risks and follow official evacuation instructions promptly. Isolated instances of heavy to very heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning are expected during this period. Widespread rain and thundershowers are likely to persist across many parts of the state until October 2. Strong surface winds reaching speeds of 30-40 kmph may occasionally prevail along the coast through Sunday. Fishermen have been advised to avoid venturing into the sea during this time. On Friday, central and southern districts witnessed intense rainfall, leading to waterlogging in urban areas and rain-related incidents. Northern districts began receiving showers from Friday evening.

SFI sweeps Kannur University Senate polls, wins seven of 10 seats

Case against five for trespassing into Kannur police headquarters

Crime Branch takes over probe into Govindchamys escape from Kannur Central Jail

Kerala Cabinet approves draft bills, key appointments

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The state cabinet on Wednesday approved the draft of the Kerala Public Service Right Bill, 2025, and cleared an amendment to the states university acts to add a provision for holding syndicate meetings. It further decided to revise the staff pattern of Keltron and sanctioned new posts in various educational institutions. Six High School Teachers (HST) posts will be created in Ancharakandi Higher Secondary School, Kannur, for the academic year 2022-23, while nine HST posts, one Junior Language Hindi and one Junior Language Arabic post will be sanctioned for 2023-24. Two Scientific Officers (Nuclear Medicine) posts will be created at Malabar Cancer Centre. The Higher Secondary School Teacher (HSTT)-Junior (French) post in St Theresas Convent Girls HSS, Ernakulam, will be upgraded to HSST (French), and the Librarian Grade IV post at Government Polytechnic College, Pinarayi Education Hub, will be upgraded to Grade III. Appointments to the State Food Commission were also cleared. K N Sugathan of Ramamangalam, Ernakulam (General Category), Rameshan V of Perinthalmanna (Scheduled Caste Category), Murukesh M of Kavundikkal, Palakkad (Scheduled Tribe Category), and Sheela T K of Alappad, Thrissur (Womens Category) have been named members. Decisions on salary revisions were taken, extending the benefits of the 11th Pay Revision Order to employees in government-approved posts in Food Craft Institutes. The long-term pay agreement for employees of Kerala Clays and Ceramic Products Limited (KCCP) will be implemented with effect from January 1, 2017, while the managerial staff of Travancore Titanium Products Limited will get revised salaries for five years from October 1, 2013, with the existing EPF contribution arrangement continuing. The cabinet sanctioned Rs 3 lakh from the Chief Ministers Relief Fund to Agnimitra, a native of Venganur, Thiruvananthapuram, who is undergoing treatment following a street dog attack. It also decided to waive Rs 36.61 lakh collected by the PWD as a security deposit and supervision charges from BSNL for the installation of optical fibre cables under the 4G saturation project. Further, the Federal Bank Officers Association Educational Society was granted an exemption for 18.11 acres of excess land in Mukkannoor village, Ernakulam, for educational development, with a condition restricting its use to the permitted purpose. Former KSEB chief engineer James Wilson was reappointed as Advisor, Interstate Water Wing, Irrigation Department, for two years. The cabinet also cleared several tenders, including Rs 7.29 crore for MEP and civil works at the Girls Hostel and substation of Government Medical College, Kasaragod; Rs 23.78 crore for works under the Kuttanad Comprehensive Drinking Water Project Phase-II Package 2; and Rs 2.07 crore for BC overlay works on Old National Highway 66 from Altaramoodu to Mevaram.

Kannur Corporation in Kerala launches water Budget

The water Budget is designed to assess water availability and utilisation across the Corporations limits

Golden jackal attack leaves six injured in Keralas Kannur

Bomb threat to Defence Security Corps Records Centre in Keralas Kannur

Threat received via e-mail

Rebels float new front as UDF faces fresh challenge in Kannur Corporation in Kerala

Congress rebels and disgruntled leaders expelled from various parties prepare to enter the fray under the banner Rajivji Cultural Forum

KIIFB sanctions 73.9 crore for land acquisition of Kannur airport link road

Around 7 hectares of land from 1,600 landowners will be acquired for the 22.56-km stretch

11 institutions become carbon negative in Kerala

Kannur Central Jail is the latest institution to join the list. The listing is based on a carbon emission audit carried out by Haritha Keralam Mission

Kannur Dussehra to showcase nine days of colour, culture, and commerce

CPI(M) worker bedridden for years after political violence found dead in well in Keralas Kannur

The deceased had been under treatment since 2009 after sustaining severe injuries in an attack allegedly by BJP workers

Writer T. Padamanabhan ridicules circular mandating respected before Ministers names

The writer was speaking at the inauguration of the Walk Against Drugs, led by Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala in Kannur

Watch: Kerala Young Men Save 8-Year-Old Girl Choking on Chewing Gum in Kannur

An 8-year-old girl in Kannur, Kerala, was saved by a group of youths after choking on chewing gum. CCTV footage shows their quick first aid rescue. Minister V Sivankutty praised the brave act. Watch the viral video.

Anti-drug rally in Kannur draws huge crowd

Brain-eating amoeba disease spreading in Kerala, 19 already dead: Check symptoms, treatment, and how to stay safe

Kerala confronts a health crisis due to rising PAM cases. This brain infection is caused by Naegleria fowleri. The state reports 69 cases in 2025, with 19 deaths. PAM spreads beyond Kozhikode, Malappuram, and Kannur. Infection occurs when contaminated water enters the nose. Early detection and prevention are crucial. Authorities advise precautions against stagnant water.

Kerala kills 4,734 wild boars by July after local bodies get authorisation for culling

Palakkad reports the highest culling with 1,457 boars, followed by Malappuram (826), Thiruvananthapuram (796), and Kannur (677)

KSU activists, police clash during protest in Kannur

Kerala: 2 government employees among 14 accused of raping 16-year-old boy; 9 arrested

In Kerala's Kasaragod, a disturbing case has emerged involving the sexual assault of a 16-year-old boy. Nine individuals, including two government employees, have been arrested. The victim was allegedly abused over two years by 14 men he met on a gay dating app, with incidents occurring at his home and in Kannur and Kozhikode.

Woman dies in road accident in Kannur

Bird hit forces Air India Express flight to return at Kannur airport

The aircraft took off at 6.36 a.m. with 180 passengers on board, but returned back to the airport 45 minutes later

Two arrested for killing python, cooking its meat in Keralas Kannur

The arrests followed a tip-off received by Forest department

Fearing TTE action, cool drinks vendor jumps off moving train in Kerala

Ashkar, who was selling cool drinks on the AlappuzhaKannur Executive Express, was asked by the TTE to produce a ticket. When he failed to do so, the TTE allegedly warned him of legal action. Ashkar then reportedly jumped from the train and sustained injuries

14 children hospitalised after consuming shawarma in Keralas Kannur

Four children remain under treatment, while the others were discharged after receiving primary care

Case registered against BJP leaders on charge of protesting at Kannurs Madayipara

The case was registered under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for obstructing public transport on the Madayipara road and raising provocative slogans allegedly intended to create social unrest

Accused in Kannur Urban Nidhicase found dead

FIR against Kerala girl students for pro Palestine protest

An FIR was registered against the Girls Islamic Organisation (GIO) in Kannur district of Kerala on Friday, September 5, for raising pro-Palestinian slogans, flags and banners. An FIR was registered by Pazhayandi police against GIO Kerala general secretary Afra Shihab and 30 members under BNS sections 189(2), 191(2), 190 and 192 for rioting and being Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Case against student activists for organising pro-Palestine protest at Madayipara in Keralas Kannur

A complaint alleges that protesters carried flags and banners allegedly causing damage to biodiversity of the biological ecological zone, said a complaint

Over 700 join pro-Palestine protest organised by SIO in Kerala

The Students Islamic Organisation (SIO) of Keralas Kannur district organised a mass rally and solidarity gathering in support of Palestine on Sunday, August 31, as part of its month-long campaign Tahya Filasteen (Long Live Palestine). More than 700 protesters participated in the rally, which began near the New Stand. Student Islamic Organisation (SIO) organised a Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Kannur Corporation to cancel contract with firm for renovation of gas crematorium

AprilJuly 2025 air travel up 4 per cent, South leads with over 10 per cent growth

NEW DELHI: Air passenger traffic during the four-month period from April to July 2025 recorded a 4 per cent increase over the corresponding period last year, according to the Airports Authority of India (AAI). International traffic grew by 6.6 per cent, while domestic traffic rose by 3.4 per cent. The Southern Region is driving the overall growth, registering a robust increase of over 10 per cent, the data indicated. The air traffic report released by AAI stated that the AprilJuly period of 2025 saw 13.72 crore passengers, compared to 13.2 crore in the same period last year. Airports in the Southern Region alone recorded a total of 4.62 crore passengers, up from 4.2 crore last year, reflecting a 10.2 per cent growth. A total of 2,62,68,697 Indians flew internationally during the four months, compared to 2,48,30,147 in the same period last year. Domestically, there were 11,08,21,774 passengers compared to 10,71,76,202 in the corresponding months of the previous year. Here are the airports in the South that recorded significant growth in passenger traffic during AprilJuly 2025 compared to AprilJuly 2024, Shivamogga 52,272 passengers (89.3% increase), Tiruchirapalli 2,90,775 (55% increase),Kozhikode 2,76,137 (15.8%), Tirupati 4,25,629 (52.1%), Hyderabad 87,28,640 (15.9%), Kannur 1,62,786 (34.1%), Madurai 4,17,325 (12.5%), Cuddapah 22,837 (52.8%), Hubballi 1,19,756 (22%), Rajahmundry 11,95,532 (36.3%), Tuticorin 1,04,010 (23.5%) and Kurnool 7,374 (35.7%) Only southern region records domestic growth in July Statistics released for July 2025 alone reveal a 1 per cent dip in total passenger traffic compared to the same month last year, primarily due to a slump in domestic travel. Interestingly, the Southern Region was the only region to record growth in the domestic market in July. While the Northern, Eastern, Western, and Northeastern regions showed negative growth, Southern airports collectively recorded 80 lakh passengers in July 2025, compared to the same month in 2024, reflecting a 2.8 per cent increase.

Probe launched into elderly couples death at Alavil in Kannur

Kannur ADM Naveen Babus death: petition for further probe moved to sessions court

Petition filed by Manjusha, wife of K. Naveen Babu

Elderly couple found dead in Kannur

Kerala witnesses landslides, waterlogging due to heavy rains

Thiruvananthapuram: Rains intensified in Kerala on Thursday, causing waterlogging, a rise in water levels of dams and landslides in some parts of the state, with the IMD issuing an orange alert in six districts for the day. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert in Ernakulam, Thrissur, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur and Kasaragod districts Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

SFI sweeps Kannur University college union polls

Kannur jail smuggling racket: Youth admits to throwing ganja, mobiles inside for cash

During police interrogation, accused admits that he used to hurl beedis, ganja and mobile phones into jail compound whenever he received a signal from the inmates

Cochin, Kannur airports top in passenger experience

Thiruvananthapuram, a PPP-run airport, and Calicut International Airport, Karipur,an AAI-run airport, both with score of 4,82 need to do more

Kannur districts first Kudumbashree Gender Brigade launched in Azhikode

KSU district secretary castigates MSF in Kannur

Woman dies after being set ablaze by friend in Keralas Kannur

Selective coverage in rubber replanting scheme sparks farmer backlash

KERA Project offers a replanting subsidy of 75,000 in two phases. Eligibility is restricted to growers in Malappuram and Kannur in the north and Ernakulam, Kottayam, Pathanamthitta and Thiruvananthapuram in the south. Idukki, Kollam, and Thrissur have been left out, prompting discontent among farmers

Kerala HC seeks instructions from government on graft charges against former Kannur district panchayat chief P.P. Divya

KSU leader alleges bid to sabotage probe against Ms. Divya in connection with alleged corruption and benami property transactions to the tune of crores of rupees

Kodi Suni, convict in T.P. Chandrasekharan murder case, shifted from Kannur Central Jail to Tavanurprison

Shifting follows reports of misconduct, including allegations of drinking on Thalassery court premises. A prison department report earlier stated Suni was using mobile phone inside jail and was involved in illegal activities outside

Heavy rains in Kerala: IMD issues orange alert in 5 districts

Orange alert for Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Kannur and Kasaragod districts. Yellow alert for remaining nine districts on Saturday

Kannur declared extreme-poverty free district

Around 15,000 people earlier excluded from the Life Mission housing scheme have been added to the beneficiary list, with construction under way

HC tells govt. to adopt a reimagined inter-departmental strategy to address human-animal conflicts

Increasing incidents of human-wildlife conflicts at Aralam farm in Kannur and in Wayanad

Kannur gears up to prepare States first district water budget

The budget aims to make citizens water literate by publicly presenting data on water availability and usage at a time when freshwater sources are dwindling amid rising consumption

Clashes break out in Keralas Kannur over raksha bandhan celebration; four injured

Kannur Universitys Partition Horror Day directive sparks protests

African Swine Flu confirmed at Padiyoor in Kannur

Eleven panchayats and three municipalities under surveillance

Deviant children emerging as a social concern in Kerala schools

Functionaries of the Higher Secondary School Teachers Association (HSSTA), an organisation of teachers in government higher secondary schools, claim that such incidents have recently been reported from Kozhikode, Malappuram, Kannur, and Kasaragod, and other districts in the State as well.

Body found in river in Keralas Kannur suspected to be that of man accused of killing his sisters

According to the police, Pramod (63), who had been living with his elderly sisters in a rented house for three years, allegedly strangled them as they were ailing and he could no longer care for them

Kerala has set a model for the country in Ayurveda treatment, says Health Minister

Veena George inaugurates newly constructed womens hostel building and open-air stage at Government Ayurveda College, Pariyaram, Kannur

Kerala Doctor Duped Of Rs 4.43 Crore In Online Trading Fraud; 2 Arrested

The Kerala Police's cyber crime unit arrested two men from Chennai in connection with a sophisticated online trading fraud that defrauded a doctor in Kannur of Rs 4.43 crore, officials said on Monday.

Three youths arrested under POCSO Act in Kannur

Three mobile phones seized in raid at Kannur Central Jail

CM to inaugurate super-speciality block at Kannur district hospital

From Kannur looms to Prime Ministers wardrobe: handwoven Onakkodi heads to Delhi

This is the third time Loknath Weavers is making Onakkodi for the Prime Minister. They will make nine unique kurta patterns for him and seven Union Ministers. The fabric is crafted in twill weave, a technique that demands much patience

Weavers sit idle in Kannurs heritage village as handloom industry struggles

Of over 10,000 weavers and workers earlier, only 2,800 are working now, most of them women. Besides wage arrears is an issue in the sector

SFI wins Kannur University union polls for 26th year in a row

SFI accuses rivals of rigging and illegal entry; KSUMSF blames SFI for abducting a university union councillor

Kannur airport to host North Malabar Travel Bazaar in November

Over 100 tourism-related businesses, including hotels, resorts, homestays, houseboats, Ayurvedic institutions, travel agencies, hospital and destination management companies, will showcase their services

Kerala rains: IMD downgrades red alert to orange for Kannur, Kasaragod as rainfall weakens

Yellow alert for Malappuram, Kozhikode, and Wayanad districts on Wednesday where isolated heavy rain is likely

Holiday for educational institutions in Kasaragod, Kannur districts on August 6