Kerala
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Kochi Metro extends last train timings to 11 PM; special Shivaratri services announced
India | Feb 13, 2026, 04:32 PM ISTKochi Metro will extend its last train services to 11 pm from February 15, 2026, citing rising ridership. Special late-night and early-morning services have been announced for Shivaratri at Aluva Mahadeva Temple.
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Kerala Bandh tomorrow: Check what's open and what's closed
India | Feb 11, 2026, 10:16 AM ISTJoint trade unions have announced exemptions for Sabarimala pilgrims and the Maramon Convention. As a result, Kozhencherry and Thottappuzhassery panchayats in Pathanamthitta district will not be affected.
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Dharmadam Assembly Election 2026: Constituency profile, past winners, margin, party-wise candidates
India | Apr 09, 2026, 08:57 PM ISTDharmadam Assembly Election 2026: In the 2021 assembly elections, the seat was won by Communist Party of India (Marxist). Pinarayi Vijayan, from Communist Party of India (Marxist) defeated C. Raghunath of the Indian National Congress by a margin of 50123 votes.
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Over 100 boxes of explosives seized from pickup van near Kerala's Palakkad Medical College
India | Feb 05, 2026, 01:18 PM ISTKerala Police seized more than 100 boxes of gelatin sticks and detonators hidden under a watermelon load in a pickup van near Palakkad. The driver attempted to flee but was caught and is now facing charges under the Explosive Substances Act.
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Kerala’s 'Kumbh Mela': Mahamagha Mahotsavam concludes today with sacred Amritsnanam on the last day
Spirituality | Feb 03, 2026, 11:47 AM ISTWatch visuals from the final day of Kerala’s Kumbh-style Mahamagha Mahotsavam as thousands gather at Bharathapuzha for the sacred Amritsnanam. The festival concludes with rituals, river prayers and scenes rooted in ancient tradition.
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PT Usha's husband V Srinivasan dies at 67, PM Modi speaks to IOA President
India | Jan 30, 2026, 10:18 AM ISTPT Usha husband dies: Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached out directly to the bereaved PT Usha, President of the IOA, extending his heartfelt condolences over her husband's death.
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Several injured in clash between DYFI and Youth Congress activists in Kannur over flex board row
India | Jan 30, 2026, 09:08 AM ISTYouth Congress planned a satyagraha in Payyanur following allegations by former area secretary and district committee member P Unnikrishnan of irregularities in the martyrs' fund. Then, the tension escalated when DYFI and SFI workers allegedly tore down posters related to the protest.
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Kerala Budget: State announces 12th pay revision commission for welfare of govt employees
Budget | Jan 29, 2026, 01:21 PM ISTKerala Budget: The 12th Pay Revision Commission is expected to submit its report within three months for timely action. The budget also confirmed that all pending Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) arrears for employees and pensioners will be cleared.
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Woman performs namaz in middle of busy road in Kerala's Palakkad, detained | Video
India | Jan 29, 2026, 12:11 PM ISTSeveral motorists and pedestrians attempted to persuade her to move to a safer spot, but their efforts proved unsuccessful. South City police soon reached the scene and took the woman into custody to prevent any untoward incident.
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Kerala Budget: State hikes pay of pre-primary teachers by Rs 1,000; honorariums of ASHAs hiked
Budget | Jan 29, 2026, 10:13 AM ISTThe Finance Minister also allocated Rs 14,500 crore for social security pensions for financial year 2026–27. He also announced Rs 3,700 crore for CM's Stree Suraksha scheme in Budget 2026-27.
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Republic Day: Maharashtra, Kerala, J&K shine with top tableaux as Navy and Delhi Police lead marches
India | Jan 29, 2026, 06:58 AM ISTRepublic Day Parade 2026: The Central Public Works Department also received a special award for its tableau “Vande Mataram – Commemoration of 150 Years”, while the dance group “Vande Mataram- The Eternal Resonance of India” was also honoured.
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Kerala: Newborn abandoned at Pathanamthitta eatery, toddler found alone on Kochi train
India | Jan 25, 2026, 11:02 AM ISTKerala shocker: At around 5 am, a Kuttoor eatery owner in Thiruvalla, near his residence, heard cries upon opening shop. He notified neighbours, who contacted Thiruvalla police. Officers swiftly took the infant to Thiruvalla Taluk Hospital, and a probe is ongoing to track the perpetrators.
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National Girl Child Day: The one Indian state where women outnumber men, and how it happened
Events | Jan 24, 2026, 10:55 AM ISTOn National Girl Child Day, a look at the only Indian state where women outnumber men. Using official population data, we break down what the numbers show, how they compare nationally, and what long-term social factors reveal about gender balance in India.
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Speed News: PM Modi Holds Roadshow In Kerala, Flags Off Amrit Bharat Express Trains
Originals | Jan 23, 2026, 07:05 PM ISTPM Modi held a massive roadshow in Kerala and flagged off three Amrit Bharat Express trains. Mamata Banerjee claimed 3-4 daily suicides in Bengal due to SIR anxiety. Trump sued JPMorgan for $5B, alleging political vendetta. Catch all top headlines in today's Speed News.
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PM Modi Holds Electrifying Rally in Thiruvananthapuram, Huge Crowd Gathers to See Him
News | Jan 23, 2026, 06:59 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi held a massive rally in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, drawing huge crowds. He addressed national and regional issues, highlighting development, welfare programs, and progress, showcasing strong public support and energy in a major political event.
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PM Modi launches welfare projects in Kerala: 'Centre's efforts for development receive new impetus'
India | Jan 23, 2026, 12:31 PM ISTPM Modi in Kerala: Addressing the gathering after launching the projects and flagging off the trains, PM Modi said the day marks a new momentum in the development of Kerala, driven by the efforts of the central government.
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Shashi Tharoor to skip key Congress meet over 'insult' during Rahul Gandhi's recent Kochi visit
India | Jan 23, 2026, 02:19 PM ISTLeaders associated with Tharoor opine that the recent developments were unnecessary as Tharoor had conveyed to the leadership that he had no desire to contest assembly elections and was working closely with the party.
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Thiruvananthapuram victory signals BJP's historic rise, says PM Modi in Kerala | HIGHLIGHTS
India | Jan 23, 2026, 02:51 PM ISTPM Modi Kerala visit: Prime Minister kicked off CSIR-NIIST Innovation, Technology and Entrepreneurship Hub focusing on life sciences, Ayurveda-biotech fusion, sustainable packaging, green hydrogen, startups and global R&D commercialisation.
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PM Modi flags off three Amrit Bharat Express trains in Kerala: Check timing, route, other details
India | Jan 23, 2026, 11:28 AM ISTPM Modi will flag off four new train services, including three Amrit Bharat Express trains, to enhance regional rail connectivity between Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
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OPINION | Social media: Defamers and harasser trolls must be treated as criminals
India | Jan 21, 2026, 04:04 PM ISTTrolling on social media can cause severe mental stress to innocent victims. Deepak’s suicide is the latest example. Several so-called social media influencers have become tools of harassment.