Having stepped down as the Kerala Youth Congress president following allegations of misconduct against women, Palakkad MLA Rahul Mamkootathil is now facing growing calls for resigning from the state Assembly as well.
The latest report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), which pegs the collective assets of India's Chief Ministers at over Rs 1,600 crore, places Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu at the very top.
The project in Kalamassery is being developed as part of the state's 'Invest in Kerala' initiative to boost infrastructure and economic growth.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Saturday laid the foundation stone for Adani Group's logistics park in Kalamassery, marking what officials described as a milestone in the state's industrial development.
Kerala Sports Minister V. Abdurahiman has officially confirmed that Lionel Messi and his FIFA World Cup-winning Argentina team will play a friendly match in the state this November during the FIFA International Window
Sleep tourism is not just about blackout blinds, a comfortable bed and a cosy blanket. The main objective of a sleep tourism itinerary is to rest and reconnect, "dolce far niente"-the sweetness of doing nothing.
Kerala transgender activist Avanthika Vishnu - who said Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil sexually harassed her - told NDTV she was initially hesitant about coming forward with the allegations because of his political standing.
A 54-year-old man from a tribal community was allegedly assaulted and held captive for six days by a resort owner and employees at Muthalmada in this district.
Wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson has been picked in India's 15-member Asia Cup squad.
Indian cricket team wicket-keeper batter Sanju Samson came out to bat at No. 5 while playing for Kochi Blue Tigers in the Kerala Cricket League.
Situated on the banks of the Valapattanam River in Parassinikadavu, about 20 kilometres from Kannur, the Parassini Madappura Sree Muthappan Temple is one of Kerala's most revered shrines.
Kerala Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil, who faces allegations of sexual harassment, found himself in fresh trouble after a trans woman activist accused him of sending her "sexually regressive messages".
The monsoon session of Parliament wrapped up, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has shifted focus to the southern battlegrounds of Kerala and Tamil Nadu, signalling the BJP's intent to expand its footprint in southern states.
The move of Karnataka's Siddaramaiah government to give a Rs 10-crore grant to families affected by landslides in Kerala's Wayanad has set up a fresh face-off with the state's Opposition BJP.
As a precautionary measure, teachers quickly moved the children into classrooms and locked the doors.
Malayalam actor Rini George has accused a youth leader of a prominent political party of sending her objectionable messages for the last three years.
In the video, the cabin crew member walked in and presented her grandmother with a gold bangle, a gift that held special significance.
'Are you really serious...' an incredulous Chief Justice BR Gavai asked the Kerala government Tuesday as a five-judge Constitution Bench began hearing the presidential reference over the top court's April 12 order.
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has announced that it is rolling out its 5G services to two new cities. This is part of the telecom service provider’s ongoing effort to expand its 5G coverage in India to 23 cities, including 17 priority circles. As an introductory offer, the company is offering unlimited 5G data to its subscribers with a recharge of Rs. 299.
A government school headmaster in Kerala was booked for assaulting a Class X student, rupturing his eardrum, police said on Tuesday.
Fresh trouble has emerged for rapper Hirandas Murali, popularly known as Vedan, who is already facing a rape allegation, after two more women sent complaints to the Kerala Chief Minister alleging sexual advances made by him in 2020.
Delhi becomes paralysed if it rains for two hours, remarked Chief Justice BR Gavai, while a colleague commented on a Kerala instance that travellers must be compensated if they are stuck in a jam for 12 hours on a national highway.
If you are tired of Alleppey's crowded backwaters, here are some alternatives that offer the charm of Kerala's backwaters in quieter and lesser-known ways.
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), once a modest initiative launched from a church in a fishing village in Thumba, Kerala, has now become a global symbol of frugal innovation and technological excellence.
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3. Distribution of ‘Safety Kit for Community’ among the community members to help them protect from spread of the infection and installation of ‘Portable Hand Wash Stations’ at important places like Hospital, Panchayat, Health Centres, and at important places at community level also. (Hand Washing soaps, Liquid soaps, N- 95 Mask).
4. Help prevent the spread of COVID-19 among the vulnerable communities by creating awareness and sharing verified information about adopting prescribed protection measures through awareness vans, local media and digital messages.
5. Engage with the government and raise the issue of providing immediate economic assistance to the informal sector workforce and strengthening the public healthcare system by allocating more funds to it.
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