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Medical Aid for Differently-Abled Children as Part of Kottekkad Sree Ayyappa Swamy Temple Festival

Kottekkad: Medical assistance will be provided to differently-abled children as part of the Pathamudaya Mahotsavam of Kottekkad Sree Ayyappa Swamy Temple (Mammuṇṇi Thandan’s Kalari). The programme is being organised in collaboration with the SM (Shakthan Mammuṇṇi) Trust. The event will be held on December 23, 2025, at 7.30 pm at the temple premises. During the Read More…

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₹1,000 Monthly Aid for Women: Kerala Opens Applications for ‘Sthree Suraksha’ Scheme

Thiruvananthapuram: In a major step towards strengthening women’s welfare and social security, the Kerala government has opened applications for its flagship ‘Sthree Suraksha’ (Women’s Safety) Scheme from today (Monday). Under the scheme, eligible women will receive a monthly financial assistance of ₹1,000, aimed at providing basic income support to those not covered under any other Read More…

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Drug Case Against Actor Shine Tom Chacko Hits a Dead End; Forensic Report Clears Drug Use Allegation

Kochi: In a major setback for the police, forensic tests have failed to prove that Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko had consumed narcotic substances in the much-discussed drug case that stirred widespread controversy across Kerala. The forensic report, released recently, states that there is no scientific evidence to establish drug use by the actor. The Read More…

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Kochi Pays Tearful Tribute to Sreenivasan; Final Rites with State Honours on Sunday

Kochi: Kochi witnessed an outpouring of grief as the city bid a solemn farewell to legendary Malayalam actor, writer and filmmaker Sreenivasan. His mortal remains were kept for public homage at the Ernakulam Town Hall, where thousands of admirers, along with leaders from the film and political spheres, gathered to pay their last respects. After Read More…

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Supplyco Launches Christmas–New Year Markets from Monday with Big Discounts and Special Offers

Thiruvananthapuram: The Christmas–New Year markets organised by Supplyco will begin across Kerala from Monday and continue till December 31, offering consumers attractive discounts and festive deals. Special offers will be available on over 280 products, with price reductions ranging from 5% to 50% on branded essential commodities. As part of the festive bonanza, 20 kg Read More…

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Kerala Shivers on Coldest Day of the Season; Munnar Records Sub-Zero Temperature

Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala experienced its coldest day of the season on Tuesday as temperatures plunged sharply across the state, with minimum temperatures dropping below 20°C in all districts, according to the Meteorological Department. In a rare occurrence, Munnar recorded sub-zero temperatures for the first time this season, with Sevenmalai touching –1°C. Wayanad district also witnessed a Read More…

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Kerala Local Body Members to Take Oath on December 21; Leadership Elections Scheduled This Week

Thiruvananthapuram: Newly elected representatives to Kerala’s local self-government institutions will formally assume office on December 21, with oath-taking ceremonies to be held across the state, State Election Commissioner A. Shajahan announced. The State Election Commission has issued detailed guidelines to ensure the smooth and timely completion of the proceedings. According to the guidelines, the senior-most Read More…

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Five-Day Legal Compliance Programme Empowers MSMEs at KIED Kalamassery

Kalamassery: The MSME–Development Office, Thrissur, in association with the Kerala Institute of Entrepreneurship Development (KIED), successfully organised a five-day Management Development Programme (MDP) on “Legal Compliance Essentials for MSMEs” at KIED, Kalamassery, from December 15 to December 19, 2025. The programme was designed to equip Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises with essential legal and regulatory Read More…

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Malayalam Cinema Loses Its Voice of Satire: Sreenivasan Dies at 69

Kochi: Legendary Malayalam actor, screenwriter and director Sreenivasan, one of the most influential creative forces in the history of Kerala cinema, passed away on Thursday following health complications. He was undergoing treatment at the Tripunithura Taluk Hospital. Sreenivasan was 69 years old. Spanning an extraordinary 48-year career, Sreenivasan acted in more than 200 films and Read More…

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High Court Quashes Preliminary Approval for Elappully Brewery, Dealing Setback to State Government

The Kerala High Court has set aside the state government’s preliminary approval granted to establish a brewery at Elappully in Palakkad district, delivering a major setback to the government. The court observed that the approval was granted to Oasis Company without conducting a proper and detailed study. A Division Bench headed by Justice Sathish Ninan Read More…