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Congress Leader Kurien Predicts UDF Victory and Chennithala as Kerala CM

Congress Leader Kurien Predicts UDF Victory and Chennithala as Kerala CM

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Senior Congress leader P J Kurien has asserted that the UDF will return to power in Kerala after the April 9 Assembly polls, with Ramesh Chennithala as Chief Minister.

Kerala Footballer Nabbed for Allegedly Using Dating App to Supply MDMA

Kerala Footballer Nabbed for Allegedly Using Dating App to Supply MDMA

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

A former Kerala Santosh Trophy footballer has been arrested for allegedly supplying MDMA using a dating app. Excise officials apprehended Najeeb Khan, a former player and employee of Travancore Titanium Products Limited, after a raid in Thiruvananthapuram.

'Gulf War Has Been The Worst Crisis For Indians'

'Gulf War Has Been The Worst Crisis For Indians'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

'It will take a long time to recover from the impact of this war.'

Gokulam Kerala Defeat Dempo SC 2-0 in Indian Football League

Gokulam Kerala Defeat Dempo SC 2-0 in Indian Football League

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Gokulam Kerala FC secured their first win of the IFL season with a 2-0 victory over Dempo SC, thanks to goals from Moses Lalrinzuala and Mirjalol Kasimov.

Congress Alleges BJP Leader Concealed Assets in Kerala Election Affidavit

Congress Alleges BJP Leader Concealed Assets in Kerala Election Affidavit

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

A political controversy has erupted in Kerala ahead of the Assembly elections, with the Congress party accusing BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar of concealing details of a high-value property in his election affidavit. Chandrasekhar has denied the allegations, challenging the Congress to prove their claims in court.

'No one will tell me how to bat': Sanju Samson on quitting rat race

'No one will tell me how to bat': Sanju Samson on quitting rat race

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

Sanju Samson reveals Virat Kohli's advice on fitness, discipline and lifestyle, while explaining why he quit cricket's 'rat race' before becoming India's T20 World Cup Player of the Tournament.

Kerala: Car of CPI(M) Rebel Supporter Set Ablaze After Elections

Kerala: Car of CPI(M) Rebel Supporter Set Ablaze After Elections

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

A car belonging to a CPI(M) rebel supporter was partially burnt in Mathamangalam, Kerala, amid post-election violence. The incident follows other attacks, including the burning of a shed owned by a rebel leader and attacks on supporters.

Kerala High Court refuses to halt release of film linked to Venjaramoodu murders

Kerala High Court refuses to halt release of film linked to Venjaramoodu murders

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

The Kerala High Court has dismissed a plea to prevent the release of a film allegedly based on the Venjaramoodu mass murder case, citing concerns over media trial and impact on the accused's right to a fair trial.

Box Office: The Kerala Story 2 Does Fairly Well

Box Office: The Kerala Story 2 Does Fairly Well

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

If The Kerala Story 2 manages even decent collections now, profits will start coming in from the second week itself.

Kerala: Six Arrested in Colleague's Death Over Phone Theft Suspicion

Kerala: Six Arrested in Colleague's Death Over Phone Theft Suspicion

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Six men from Assam were arrested in Kerala for allegedly beating their colleague to death, suspecting him of stealing a phone.

FIDE's AICF Nomination Stirs Hornet's Nest

FIDE's AICF Nomination Stirs Hornet's Nest

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

FIDE's decision to shortlist the All India Chess Federation for a prestigious FIDE Excellence Award has ignited a fierce debate within the Indian chess community.

Box Office: The Kerala Story 2 Starts Doing Well

Box Office: The Kerala Story 2 Starts Doing Well

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The Kerala Story 2 is making the most of being the sole movie at the marquee, with Rs 6 crore coming in the second weekend.

Kerala CM Vijayan Accuses Rahul Gandhi and Congress of Aiding BJP

Kerala CM Vijayan Accuses Rahul Gandhi and Congress of Aiding BJP

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has accused the Congress party and its leader Rahul Gandhi of acting as the 'B-team' of the BJP, criticising their stance on various issues and alleging a tacit alliance between the two parties.

Kerala parents plead for son's return from Iranian ship amid West Asia conflict

Kerala parents plead for son's return from Iranian ship amid West Asia conflict

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

The parents of Jerin George, a native of Haripad in Kerala, have appealed to authorities to help bring their son home after he became stranded on an Iranian ship due to the conflict in West Asia.

Jackfruit Recipes: Enchor Prawn Curry, Ponsa Idlis

Jackfruit Recipes: Enchor Prawn Curry, Ponsa Idlis

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

Jackfruit is one of India's most versatile ingredients, moving effortlessly between savoury and sweet. Used both raw and ripe, Jackfruit finds a place in regional kitchens across the country in remarkably different forms.

Kerala Minister's Wife Withdraws Complaint Following Apology

Kerala Minister's Wife Withdraws Complaint Following Apology

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Kerala Transport Minister K B Ganesh Kumar's wife, Bindhu Menon, has withdrawn her complaint against him after he apologised for his mistakes. The decision comes amidst ongoing marital issues and political pressure for the minister's resignation.

Kerala BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar declares assets worth Rs 93 crore

Kerala BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar declares assets worth Rs 93 crore

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

BJP state president Rajeev Chandrasekhar, contesting from Nemom, Kerala, declares assets exceeding 93 crore, including movable and immovable properties, ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections.

Kerala Opposition Questions CM's Silence on Minister's Allegations

Kerala Opposition Questions CM's Silence on Minister's Allegations

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

The Leader of Opposition in Kerala is demanding answers from the Chief Minister regarding allegations against Transport Minister K B Ganesh Kumar made by his wife, questioning the government's commitment to women's safety.

Mariamma Oommen Claims Conspiracy in Kerala Government's Decision on Husband's Medical Board

Mariamma Oommen Claims Conspiracy in Kerala Government's Decision on Husband's Medical Board

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Mariamma Oommen, wife of the late former Chief Minister Oommen Chandy, has alleged a conspiracy behind the Kerala government's decision to form a medical board to investigate her husband's illness in 2023.

The India Story Review: Not Brave Enough!

The India Story Review: Not Brave Enough!

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

The India Story adopts a very soap opera-like approach, piling on ham-fisted melodrama along with plenty of unevenness, sighs Sreeju Sudhakaran

Mumbai Rain Is Now A Traded Asset

Mumbai Rain Is Now A Traded Asset

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Mumbai has spent four centuries building folklore around its monsoon: The potholes, the delayed trains, the office debates about whether it will 'break' this week or next. It turns out the rain was always a market. Nobody had built the exchange for it until now!

CPI(M) Rejects Allegations of Pact with SDPI for Kerala Elections

CPI(M) Rejects Allegations of Pact with SDPI for Kerala Elections

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

CPI(M) general secretary M A Baby has denied any alliance or discussions with the SDPI for the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections, refuting allegations made by the UDF.

HC stays release of Kerala Story 2

HC stays release of Kerala Story 2

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

The Kerala High Court has issued an interim stay against the release of 'The Kerala Story 2-Goes Beyond', citing concerns over the censor board's certification process and potential disruption of social harmony.

CPI(M) Rejects Allegations of Pact with SDPI for Kerala Elections

CPI(M) Rejects Allegations of Pact with SDPI for Kerala Elections

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

CPI(M) general secretary M A Baby has denied any alliance or discussions with the SDPI for the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections, refuting allegations made by the UDF.

Rahul Gandhi Targets CPI(M) and BJP in Kerala Poll Campaign

Rahul Gandhi Targets CPI(M) and BJP in Kerala Poll Campaign

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi intensified the UDF's campaign for the Kerala polls, accusing the CPI(M) of stealing gold from the Sabarimala temple and questioning PM Modi's silence on the issue. He also addressed concerns about rubber prices and the FCRA amendments.

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan Hosts Sanju Samson After T20 World Cup Success

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan Hosts Sanju Samson After T20 World Cup Success

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Pinarayi Vijayan hosted Sanju Samson at Cliff House in Thiruvananthapuram, praising his role in India's ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 triumph as the cricketer spoke about teamwork and inspiring youngsters from Kerala.

Inter Kashi Defeats Kerala Blasters for First ISL Victory

Inter Kashi Defeats Kerala Blasters for First ISL Victory

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Inter Kashi FC secured their first-ever Indian Super League (ISL) victory by defeating Kerala Blasters 2-1 in a composed team performance. Alfred Planas was named Player of the Match as Inter Kashi climbed to sixth in the standings.

Vijayan Rebuts Rahul Gandhi's LDF-BJP Collusion Allegations in Kerala

Vijayan Rebuts Rahul Gandhi's LDF-BJP Collusion Allegations in Kerala

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has strongly refuted Rahul Gandhi's claims of collusion between the LDF and BJP in the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections, accusing the Congress leader and his party of being the BJP's 'B-team'. The Congress has retaliated, alleging that Vijayan is trying to appease Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Shah.

'Janaki Amma Is An All-Rounder'

'Janaki Amma Is An All-Rounder'

Rediff.com12 Jul 2026

'I could place her in any song situation, sad, happy, bhajan, cabaret, fun song... she took just a few minutes to catch the tune.'

Bangkok Love Story... And A Recipe

Bangkok Love Story... And A Recipe

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Bangkok is a fast, 24-hour megapolis, full of joie de vivre and buoyance that you will be instantly smitten, like I was.

Indian-Origin Astronaut Anil Menon Begins Eight-Month ISS Mission

Indian-Origin Astronaut Anil Menon Begins Eight-Month ISS Mission

Rediff.com14 Jul 2026

Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon, along with two Russian cosmonauts, has embarked on an eight-month mission to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard a Soyuz MS-29 spacecraft. This marks Menon's first spaceflight, where he will conduct scientific research and technology demonstrations focused on human space exploration, microgravity effects, and in-space production of advanced materials.

Actress Monalisa Bhonsle Defies Family, Marries Muslim Man in Kerala

Actress Monalisa Bhonsle Defies Family, Marries Muslim Man in Kerala

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Monalisa Bhonsle, an Indian actress, has married a Muslim man in Kerala against her family's wishes, leading to controversy and allegations of 'love jihad'.

Sudipto Sen On Vipul Shah's Kerala Story Sequel Allegations

Sudipto Sen On Vipul Shah's Kerala Story Sequel Allegations

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

'No one can wipe-off our glorious collaboration in The Kerala Story and Bastar, from Indian cinema.' 'When we create history and are scrutiniSed in public, we must be extremely responsible in our behaviour and conduct.'

EC notice to Kerala LDF convener over hate announcement during campaigning

EC notice to Kerala LDF convener over hate announcement during campaigning

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

The Election Commission has issued a notice to LDF convener T P Ramakrishnan, contesting from Perambra, following a complaint about a recorded announcement from a campaign vehicle alleging communal campaigning by the IUML.

15 Indian tourists killed as speedboat capsizes in Vietnam

15 Indian tourists killed as speedboat capsizes in Vietnam

Rediff.com11 Jul 2026

The speedboat was carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew members.

Rural Sports Festival Isha Gramotsavam Reaches North India

Rural Sports Festival Isha Gramotsavam Reaches North India

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

Sadhguru's Isha Gramotsavam, a rural sports festival, is expanding its 18th edition into North India, covering 10 states and one Union Territory. This year's event will engage over 80,000 players from 40,000 villages in men's volleyball and women's throwball, offering a prize pool exceeding Rs 1 crore, with the aim of social transformation through sport.

Sabarimala Devotees Demand CBI Probe Into Gold Loss, Cite Pilgrim Woes

Sabarimala Devotees Demand CBI Probe Into Gold Loss, Cite Pilgrim Woes

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

The Sabarimala Ayyappa Seva Samajam (SASS) has voiced strong dissatisfaction with the ongoing Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into the Sabarimala gold loss cases, urging the Kerala government to transfer the investigation to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The organisation also highlighted severe issues faced by pilgrims during the Mandalakala-Makarvillakku season, including poor crowd management and long waiting hours, and offered to provide free services to devotees.

Social Media Star Monalisa Bhonsle Marries in Kerala After Seeking Police Protection

Social Media Star Monalisa Bhonsle Marries in Kerala After Seeking Police Protection

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Monalisa Bhonsle, who gained fame at the Prayagraj Kumbh Mela, married her Muslim friend in Kerala after seeking police protection from family pressure. The couple cited Kerala's support for interfaith relationships as their reason for choosing the state.

Kerala final voting figures after 53,984 service voters are added, says poll chief

Kerala final voting figures after 53,984 service voters are added, says poll chief

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Kerala's Chief Electoral Officer, Ratan U Kelkar, addressed concerns regarding the release of detailed polling data from the recent Assembly elections, defending the timeline and transparency of the process.

2026's Biggest Bollywood Hits So Far

2026's Biggest Bollywood Hits So Far

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

Ironically, only three films have crossed over to the Rs 100 Crore (Rs 1 billion) Club so far. We look at the half yearly box office report.