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Sunday, 8 November 2026Local news from Kottayam district

DistrictMundakayam6 days ago

Case filed against youth in Kottayam after seven-vehicle collision linked to alleged suicide attempt

Police registered a case against a young man following a major accident in Mundakayam, Kottayam. The collision involved seven vehicles,…

CrimeKanjirappally6 days ago

Man deliberately rams car into vehicles injuring nine in Kottayam

A 27-year-old man, Sharon Philip, native of Koottickal, allegedly drove his car recklessly into several vehicles on National Highway 183 at…

DistrictChanganassery6 days ago

Three found dead in mass suicide in Changanassery; suicide notes reveal details

Three people were found dead in a mass suicide incident in Changanassery. The suicide notes found revealed details regarding the deaths of…

DistrictKottayam6 days ago

Man booked for alleged attempted suicide after hitting six vehicles in Mundakayam

A man was booked by the Mundakayam police for allegedly attempting suicide after hitting six vehicles in Mundakayam. The incident occurred…

CrimeKottayam6 days ago

High Court criticizes former DGP Tomin J Thachankary over plea to work in UAE

The Kerala High Court sharply criticized former DGP Tomin J Thachankary regarding his plea for relaxation of bail conditions to travel and…

PoliticsKottayam6 days ago

KPCC to announce new president this month; A.P. Anil Kumar, Benny Behannan, Shafi Parambil, and Kodikunnil Suresh are in the final list

There are indications that the KPCC will announce its new president this month. Discussions to find the president are expected to intensify…

DistrictKottayam6 days ago

High Court questions former DGP Tomin J. Thachankari on bail, questioning his need to travel abroad

The High Court questioned former DGP Tomin J. Thachankari regarding his bail petition, questioning how he could travel abroad after being…

DistrictKanjirappally6 days ago

Man arrested in Kanjirappally after seven-vehicle collision, police say it was a suicide attempt

Police arrested Sharoneen Philipu (27) from Koottikkal Puthur in Kanjirappally for alleged attempted murder. The police stated that the…

Faith & festivalsVaikom6 days ago

Vaikathashtami celebrated at Vaikom Mahadeva Temple

Vaikom Mahadeva Temple, located in Kottayam district, is a prominent ancient Shiva temple in Kerala. Vaikathashtami celebrations at the…

Faith & festivalsPanachikkadu6 days ago

Panachikkadu Saraswathi Temple: A Center for Knowledge

The Panachikkadu Saraswathi Temple, located in Kottayam district, is a major temple dedicated to Saraswathi, the goddess of knowledge. The…

CrimeKanjirappally6 days ago

Seven-vehicle accident in Kanjirappally: Police allege attempted murder, arrest driver

Police allege that a seven-vehicle accident at the Chothi junction on NH 183 was an attempted murder. The police arrested Sharoneen Philip,…

DistrictKottayam6 days ago

Demand grows to increase Priyadarshini services following KSRTC's acquisition of private buses in the state

Following the state's plan to acquire private buses, there is a growing demand to increase the number of Priyadarshini services. While KSRTC…

DistrictKottayam6 days ago

Order issued to complete Adoor court complex construction by December 30

An order has been issued to complete the construction of the Adoor court complex by December 30.

Faith & festivalsKottayam6 days ago

Clash during Kerala University South Zone Arts Festival; KSC leaders attacked by DFI activists

Clashes occurred during the Kerala University South Zone Arts Festival. DFI activists attacked KSC leaders. Paripally Police registered a…

CrimeKottayam6 days ago

Police intensify investigation into religious preacher accused of sexually assaulting 16-year-old girl

Police have intensified the investigation into the case of Karunagapally native and vlogger Muhammad Niyas Johari, who was arrested for…

DistrictKottayam6 days ago

Seven vehicles involved in accident in Kottayam; police say attempt to take lives

Mundakayam police registered a case against Shalomi, a resident of Koottikkal, for attempted murder following the incident.

CrimeKottayam6 days ago

Man sentenced to life imprisonment and fined ₹3 lakh for murdering girlfriend's husband

The Kottayam Additional District and Sessions Court (I) sentenced an accused man to life imprisonment and a fine of ₹3 lakh for murdering…

DistrictKottayam6 days ago

Radiation machine at Kottayam Medical College Hospital to resume operation on Monday

The radiation machine in the cancer treatment department at Kottayam Medical College Hospital has completed its maintenance and will resume…

PoliticsKottayam6 days ago

Aam Aadmi Party District Function Held at Uzhavoor Tharavadu Auditorium

The Aam Aadmi Party Kottayam District function was held at the Uzhavoor Tharavadu Auditorium, chaired by District President Sri Joy Thomas.…

DistrictParathodu6 days ago

Accidents due to speeding and carelessness continue in Kottayam; 10 injured in Parathodu crash

Despite numerous accidents and the loss of lives, reckless driving and speeding continue on roads in Kottayam. An accident in Parathodu…