Sanju Samson praises his opening partner Abhishek Sharma, highlighting their explosive partnership and the Kerala-Punjabi friendship that underpins their success after India's T20 World Cup victory.
The Congress party in Kerala has demanded an apology from Health Minister Veena George and the CPI(M) leadership for allegedly spreading false claims about an attack by KSU activists. The KPCC president alleges that the minister's claims led to violence against Congress offices and workers.
A mother in Kerala has been taken into custody after her one-year-old daughter was found dead under suspicious circumstances at their home. Police are investigating the cause of death and the mother's mental state.
Two women, accused of the 2016 murder and robbery of an elderly woman in Kannur, Kerala, have been arrested after nearly a decade on the run. The suspects, identified as Parveen Banu and Sakkeena Fathima, were apprehended in Madhya Pradesh after an extensive investigation by the Crime Branch.
Haryana emerged as the dominant force at the U17 National Wrestling Championships 2026, securing titles in both Women's Wrestling and Freestyle events. Services Sports Control Board (SSCB) led in the Greco-Roman format. The championships took place over three days in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar (Aurangabad).
The Kerala high court is now reviewing the certification of The Kerala Story 2 after a petition raised concerns about its potential to incite communal disharmony and misrepresent events related to Kerala.
Delhi recorded the highest number of crimes against foreigners in India in 2024, according to the latest NCRB data. The city reported 64 cases, a rise from 63 in the previous year, and accounted for almost the entire share of crimes against foreigners reported in union territories.
The Election Commission reports a significant increase in seizures of inducements during recent assembly elections, with Tamil Nadu leading in cash seizures and West Bengal in liquor and drugs.
Despite the ongoing IPL season, May is set to deliver a diverse array of series and movies on OTT platforms.
The Congress party in Kerala has strongly criticised the state government's Public Relations Department (PRD) for publishing advertisements in major newspapers that highlight alleged shortcomings of the previous Oommen Chandy administration, accusing the government of misusing public funds for political gain ahead of upcoming elections.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed BJP workers after the party's performance in assembly elections, urging an end to political violence in West Bengal and a focus on the state's future.
Four police officials in Kerala have been suspended following allegations of custodial torture of two suspects in a motorcycle theft case. An inquiry revealed that arrest procedures were not properly followed.
The Kerala government will host an official reception for cricketer Sanju Samson to celebrate his pivotal role in India's ICC Men's T20 World Cup victory.
Former India spinner Sairaj Bahutule is likely to join Team India as spin bowling coach after senior management recommended his appointment to the BCCI.
A devastating explosion at a fireworks manufacturing unit in Thrissur, Kerala, has resulted in at least 13 fatalities and numerous injuries. The incident occurred as the unit was preparing crackers for the upcoming Thrissur Pooram festival.
Kerala Police have issued a warning about a new cyber fraud where scammers are using the image of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in fake social media advertisements to trick people into making online payments through PhonePe.
The Kerala government has filed a statement in the High Court opposing former minister Antony Raju's plea to suspend his conviction in an evidence-tampering case, arguing it would undermine the electoral process.
Thrissur Rural Police in Kerala have arrested over 100 convicts who had been absconding for years after being sentenced by courts for various crimes. The arrests were made during a special operation called 'Operation Iron Grip'.
India's wheat and rice reserves in Food Corporation of India (FCI) godowns have surged to 604.02 lakh tonnes as of April 1, nearly three times the mandatory buffer requirement, according to official data.
The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea from a Dubai-based businessman seeking consolidation of 24 criminal cases against him, emphasising the need for a victim-centric judicial approach.
The Malankara Orthodox Church opposes the Kerala government's decision to extend bar timings, fearing it will negatively impact the youth. The government defends the decision as a tourism-boosting measure already in place in tourist areas.
The trailer of the film, produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah and directed by Kamakhya Narain Singh, released on Tuesday and landed straight into controversy. It tracks the stories of three Hindu women from three different states going against their families to marry Muslim men and then being forced to convert.
Police in Bengaluru are investigating the death of a 19-year-old nursing student from Kerala, who was found dead in his hostel room. While initial reports suggest suicide, the student's father suspects foul play and has alleged drug use among roommates and humiliation by a teacher.
The upcoming Hindi film 'The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond' is embroiled in controversy, similar to its predecessor, with accusations of hate propaganda and defenses of legitimate concern over religious conversion.
Heavy rains in Bengaluru resulted in ten fatalities due to wall collapses, electrocution, and structural damage. The storm uprooted trees, flooded key areas, and disrupted traffic, prompting authorities to issue a rain alert for the next three days.
A 28-year-old man in Kerala was seriously injured after being attacked with a hammer by his neighbour, allegedly over a message sent to the neighbour's wife.
A protest march by KSU activists in Malappuram, Kerala, demanding justice for a BDS student's death in Kannur, turned tense as activists clashed with police and briefly blocked a national highway.
The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) has included cases of crime and cruelty against animals in its annual 'Crime in India 2024' database, recording 9,039 cases under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act across the country.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has approached the Delhi High Court seeking a ban on AI-generated deepfake videos that purportedly show him praising Pakistan. The court has issued summons to social media platforms and the Centre, indicating it may pass an interim order in Tharoor's favour.
A retired Navy officer has been arrested in Kerala after excise officials seized ganja and cannabis plants from his residence.
A retired Navy officer has been arrested in Kerala after excise officials seized ganja and cannabis plants from his residence.
Andhra Pradesh is spearheading an ambitious initiative to establish a fully integrated beach sand minerals, rare earth, and titanium ecosystem, aiming to attract over 50,000 crore in investments over the next decade. This move is part of India's broader strategy to reduce its reliance on China for strategic minerals and permanent magnets, with the state preparing a comprehensive rare earth policy and planning specialised industrial clusters.
Gujarat police have arrested 10 individuals in connection with a cyber fraud racket involving over Rs 53 crore and spanning at least 20 states. The accused lured individuals into renting out their bank accounts, which were then used to receive and transfer funds obtained through various fraudulent schemes.
The trailer of The Kerala Story 2 has triggered widespread conversation with its intense and controversial messaging of religious conversion. Read reactions and key takeaways from the debate.
Despite recent gains, the BJP-led NDA is unlikely to achieve a two-thirds majority in the Rajya Sabha in the near future, highlighting the challenges in passing key legislation requiring constitutional amendments.
A stray dog that allegedly fatally attacked an 84-year-old bedridden woman in Vellarakad, Kerala, has been confirmed to be rabies-infected after a postmortem examination. The incident has raised concerns about stray dog populations and public health in the region.
The Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), a key ally of the Congress in Kerala, has criticised the public discussions and arguments regarding who should be the chief ministerial candidate of the United Democratic Front (UDF). IUML leader P M A Salam stated that such debates could lead to discontent among party workers and the general public.
The INDIA bloc faces challenges after recent state election defeats for key members like TMC and DMK, potentially shifting internal dynamics and leadership considerations.
Delhi Police have arrested three long-absconding proclaimed offenders, including two wanted under the POCSO Act and one in an attempted murder case, following a multi-state operation across Bihar and Jharkhand.
A man in Kerala is accused of strangling his wife to death following marital issues and later attempting suicide by crashing his motorcycle into a bus. He is currently hospitalized, and police are investigating the murder.
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