News for '-kerala'

Why Riyas Defends Vijayan's Role As Opposition Leader

Why Riyas Defends Vijayan's Role As Opposition Leader

Rediff.com24 May 2026

CPI(M) leader P A Mohamed Riyas has strongly defended former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan against criticism regarding his age and his role as Leader of the Opposition, asserting that Vijayan remains the voice of the neglected.

Kerala CM Vijayan Questions Rahul Gandhi's Ties to Sabarimala Gold Loss Accused

Kerala CM Vijayan Questions Rahul Gandhi's Ties to Sabarimala Gold Loss Accused

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has responded to Rahul Gandhi's criticism regarding the Sabarimala gold loss case, questioning Gandhi's connections to the accused and accusing him of political opportunism.

Two Doctors Arrested in Kerala for Hydroponic Cannabis Smuggling

Two Doctors Arrested in Kerala for Hydroponic Cannabis Smuggling

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Customs officials at Thiruvananthapuram airport seized hydroponic cannabis worth Rs 1.86 crore and arrested two doctors allegedly involved in smuggling the contraband from Singapore and Bangkok.

EC tells officials to flag suspected foreign nationals during SIR

EC tells officials to flag suspected foreign nationals during SIR

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

The EC also underlined that for electors whose enumeration forms have not returned, the Booth Level Officers (BLOs) would identify a probable cause, such as absent, shifted, dead and duplicate entry based on an inquiry from the nearby electors and would note the same.

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 Police Investigate AI Video Defaming PM and Election Commission on X

Kerala Police Investigate AI Video Defaming PM and Election Commission on X

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Kerala Police have registered a case against social media platform X and one of its handles for circulating an AI-generated video allegedly depicting the Prime Minister and the Election Commission of India in a misleading and defamatory manner.

India T20 Captaincy: Suryakumar Yadav out, Shreyas Iyer Or Tilak Varma in?

India T20 Captaincy: Suryakumar Yadav out, Shreyas Iyer Or Tilak Varma in?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Suryakumar Yadav is expected to be removed as India's T20 captain due to a prolonged period of poor form. Shreyas Iyer and Tilak Varma are the leading contenders to take over, with discussions ongoing within the BCCI and selection committee, including head coach Gautam Gambhir's preferences.

India's Auto Retail Sales Hit Record High in May Despite Fuel Price Hike

India's Auto Retail Sales Hit Record High in May Despite Fuel Price Hike

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

India's total automobile retail sales recorded a significant 9.55 per cent year-on-year growth in May, reaching an all-time high of 25,31,067 units, driven by strong performances in three-wheelers, passenger vehicles, and tractors, despite prevailing heatwave conditions and fuel price pressures.

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'.

Mollywood Times Review: Love-Hate Letter To Cinema!

Mollywood Times Review: Love-Hate Letter To Cinema!

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

If you enjoy dark comedies, have even a passing understanding of the film industry, or simply recognise the absurdities of the world around you, then Mollywood Times emerges as one of the sharpest and most compelling love-hate letters written to Malayalam cinema, applauds Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Ex-CPI(M) Leader Sudhakaran Refutes Kerala CM's Contact Claims

Ex-CPI(M) Leader Sudhakaran Refutes Kerala CM's Contact Claims

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Former CPI(M) leader G Sudhakaran, now an independent candidate, has denied claims by Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan that the CM attempted to contact him, sparking a political controversy.

Couple Seek Probe Into Birth Record Tampering After Marriage

Couple Seek Probe Into Birth Record Tampering After Marriage

Rediff.com20 May 2026

A couple has approached the Madhya Pradesh High Court alleging tampering of birth records and harassment following their interfaith marriage. They seek an independent probe into the matter.

'I'll have you raided': Lalit Modi's big Tharoor claim

'I'll have you raided': Lalit Modi's big Tharoor claim

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

Lalit Modi claimed Shashi Tharoor warned him not to question Sunanda Pushkar and threatened government action if he proceeded.

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.

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.'

Mamata in Delhi for INDIA bloc huddle amid split scare, meets Kejriwal

Mamata in Delhi for INDIA bloc huddle amid split scare, meets Kejriwal

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

23 political parties of the INDIA bloc will meet on Monday to redraw their strategy to take on the BJP and iron out differences amid changed power dynamics after the defeat of regional anchors TMC and DMK in the recent assembly polls.

Kerala Man Dies After Alleged Assault Following Bar Fight

Kerala Man Dies After Alleged Assault Following Bar Fight

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

A 30-year-old man died after allegedly being assaulted following a brawl at a bar in Ezhupunna, Kerala. Police have taken five people into custody and are investigating the incident.

Last-Gasp Goal Earns Kerala Blasters a Point Against East Bengal

Last-Gasp Goal Earns Kerala Blasters a Point Against East Bengal

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Kerala Blasters FC secured a 1-1 draw against East Bengal FC in an Indian Super League match, with Muhammad Ajsal scoring a late equaliser after Youssef Ezzejjari had given East Bengal the lead.

Kerala Police Nab Drug Trafficker After Dramatic Highway Chase

Kerala Police Nab Drug Trafficker After Dramatic Highway Chase

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

A man was arrested in Kerala for allegedly transporting MDMA from Coimbatore, with police seizing the drugs and his vehicle after a high-speed chase.

Sairaj Bahutule returns to India team in coaching role

Sairaj Bahutule returns to India team in coaching role

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Former India leg-spinner Sairaj Bahutule has been appointed as the spin-bowling coach for the men's national team, commencing with the Test against Afghanistan. He brings extensive coaching experience from domestic cricket and the IPL.

Kerala High Court Rejects Antony Raju's Plea to Suspend Conviction

Kerala High Court Rejects Antony Raju's Plea to Suspend Conviction

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

The Kerala High Court has dismissed former state Transport Minister Antony Raju's plea seeking suspension of his conviction in an evidence tampering case, stating it is not in the interest of law or public interest.

Case filed over 'Wayanad will become next Amethi' posters

Case filed over 'Wayanad will become next Amethi' posters

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Police in Wayanad, Kerala, have registered a case after posters targeting Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, and Mallikarjun Kharge appeared on the walls of the Congress office and nearby areas. The posters also threatened that Vadra would be defeated in the next election, warning that "Wayanad will become the next Amethi".

EC announces assembly poll dates for WB, TN, Kerala, Assam, Puducherry

EC announces assembly poll dates for WB, TN, Kerala, Assam, Puducherry

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

The counting of votes for all 824 seats across four states and one Union Territory will be held on May 4.

Sack Pradhan or...: Cockroach Party sets 7-day deadline for govt

Sack Pradhan or...: Cockroach Party sets 7-day deadline for govt

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), a youth-led online campaign turned protest movement, has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the government, demanding the resignation or sacking of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged irregularities in examinations and recruitment tests. The CJP, which organised a protest at Jantar Mantar, warned of nationwide agitation if their demands are not met.

BJP Chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar Rejects Rahul Gandhi's Claims of BJP-CPI(M) Alliance in Kerala

BJP Chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar Rejects Rahul Gandhi's Claims of BJP-CPI(M) Alliance in Kerala

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

BJP state chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar dismisses Rahul Gandhi's charge of a BJP-CPI(M) understanding in Kerala as baseless, asserting the NDA is competitive and criticising Congress's performance.

AI enters Kerala poll arena, reshaping campaigns and voter perception

AI enters Kerala poll arena, reshaping campaigns and voter perception

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Political parties in Kerala are increasingly using AI-generated content to influence voters in the upcoming elections, raising concerns about the blurring lines between reality and fiction in political messaging.

Fabrice Kah's Goal Secures Victory for Sreenidi Deccan Against Gokulam Kerala

Fabrice Kah's Goal Secures Victory for Sreenidi Deccan Against Gokulam Kerala

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Sreenidi Deccan FC defeated Gokulam Kerala FC 1-0 in an Indian Football League match, with Fabrice Kah scoring the decisive goal in the second half.

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.

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.

BJP Candidates in Kerala Polls Face Criminal Cases, Asset Declarations Revealed

BJP Candidates in Kerala Polls Face Criminal Cases, Asset Declarations Revealed

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Several BJP candidates contesting in the Kerala Assembly elections face pending criminal cases, primarily related to protests and agitations, according to their nomination papers. The affidavits also reveal details of their assets and liabilities.

BJP Candidates in Kerala Polls Face Criminal Cases, Asset Declarations Revealed

BJP Candidates in Kerala Polls Face Criminal Cases, Asset Declarations Revealed

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Several BJP candidates contesting in the Kerala Assembly elections face pending criminal cases, primarily related to protests and agitations, according to their nomination papers. The affidavits also reveal details of their assets and liabilities.

'Kumbh Mela girl' Monalisa marries boyfriend in Kerala; seeks police help

'Kumbh Mela girl' Monalisa marries boyfriend in Kerala; seeks police help

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Monalisa Bhonsle, who gained fame during the Prayagraj Kumbh Mela, sought police protection in Thiruvananthapuram to stay with her boyfriend and marry him, alleging her father was trying to forcibly take her back home.

Indian Open Of Surfing: Leading Surfers Aim To Impress Ahead Of Asian Games

Indian Open Of Surfing: Leading Surfers Aim To Impress Ahead Of Asian Games

Rediff.com28 May 2026

The seventh edition of the NMPA Indian Open of Surfing will begin in Mangalore with over 80 surfers from six states competing. The event carries added significance ahead of the sport's debut at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games later this year.

G Sudhakaran Open To Ministerial Role If Offered

G Sudhakaran Open To Ministerial Role If Offered

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Former CPI(M) leader G Sudhakaran, now an independent MLA backed by the UDF, has stated he would accept a ministerial position if offered, despite not seeking one. He highlighted his past experience as a minister and his willingness to serve if chosen, while also noting that he has not been contacted regarding any potential cabinet discussions.

Indian-origin groom among two killed, bride critical in US helicopter crash

Indian-origin groom among two killed, bride critical in US helicopter crash

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

An Indian-origin groom and a pilot have died in a helicopter crash in Georgia shortly after the groom's wedding. The bride survived and is receiving treatment.

'PhysicsWallah Targets 30% Revenue Growth In FY27'

'PhysicsWallah Targets 30% Revenue Growth In FY27'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Ed-tech unicorn PhysicsWallah is strategically targeting a 30% revenue improvement by FY27, leveraging AI-led automation, aggressive expansion into southern Indian markets, and a strong focus on student learning outcomes and enrolment growth.

CPI(M) Alleges Fraud In Cooperative Society After Depositor's Suicide

CPI(M) Alleges Fraud In Cooperative Society After Depositor's Suicide

Rediff.com30 May 2026

CPI(M) state secretary M V Govindan has accused a Kozhikode-based cooperative society of fraud following the alleged suicide of a depositor, claiming the society, run by local Congress leaders, failed to return the deceased's money.

Kerala Police Arrest 165 in Major Cyber Fraud Operation

Kerala Police Arrest 165 in Major Cyber Fraud Operation

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Kerala Police arrested 165 people and registered 455 cases in a statewide operation targeting cyber financial fraud, confiscating devices and disrupting criminal networks.

Kerala Teacher's Death Sparks Suicide Claims Amidst Election Duty Stress

Kerala Teacher's Death Sparks Suicide Claims Amidst Election Duty Stress

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

A Booth Level Officer (BLO) in Kasaragod, Kerala, was found dead in a river, prompting his family to allege suicide due to excessive work pressure related to election duties. Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

Sivagiri Mutt Head Calls for Equal Political Representation for Backward Communities in Kerala

Sivagiri Mutt Head Calls for Equal Political Representation for Backward Communities in Kerala

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Sivagiri Mutt head Swami Satchidananda has voiced concerns over the lack of adequate representation for backward communities in elections by political parties in Kerala, India. He also welcomed the Kerala High Court decision disqualifying the leadership of the SNDP Yogam.