Kerala
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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.
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Sabarimala Dwarapalaka idol case: Unnikrishnan Potti granted statutory bail
India | Jan 20, 2026, 11:01 PM ISTDespite getting bail in one case, Unnikrishnan Potti will not be released from jail immediately. He is still required to secure bail in the separate case related to the gold-plated door frames of the sanctum sanctorum.
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Kerala woman booked after man dies by suicide over her sexual assault charge
India | Jan 20, 2026, 02:44 PM ISTKozhikode Medical College police registered the case against Shimjitha Musthafa (35) of Vadakara under charges of abetment to suicide.
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Kerala Governor skipped key portions of cabinet-approved policy address in the House: CM Vijayan
India | Jan 20, 2026, 12:47 PM ISTThe 16th session will meet for 32 days from January 20 to March 26, as per the legislative Assembly calendar. The discussion on the motion of thanks to the Governor's address will be held on January 22 and 27. Kerala Finance Minister KN Balagopal will present the Budget on January 29.