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Sunday, 8 November 2026Local news from Kottayam district

DistrictKottayam28 October 2026

Large King Cobra mistaken for belt, lifts up, narrowly escapes

While bending down to pick up what was thought to be a black belt on the floor of the dining hall, a large King Cobra was spotted. The snake…

DistrictPuthuppally28 October 2026

New KSRTC Fast Passenger Service Launched from Kottarakkara to Puthuppally

The inauguration of the new KSRTC fast passenger service from Kottarakkara to Puthuppally was performed by Suresh MP at Kodikkunni.

DistrictPala28 October 2026

Peacock dies after injury while flying in Pala

A peacock died this morning after hitting a glass at a private establishment while flying in Arunapuram Guest House area in Pala. Local…

Faith & festivalsKottayam28 October 2026

CM's speech on police actions goes viral, addressing media reports

A video of Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan's passionate speech in the Legislative Assembly, responding to opposition criticisms and media…

EducationKottayam28 October 2026

Education Minister eats lunch with students from Kottayam district at State Sports Meet

During the 68th State School Sports Meet, Education Minister N. Shamsuddeen ate lunch with students who participated in the meet from…

Faith & festivalsKottayam28 October 2026

Pala Diocese President Mar Joseph Kallarangatt speaks at Kizhadadiyur Novena Thirunal

Pala Diocese President Mar Joseph Kallarangatt spoke during the Thirunal Mass associated with the Saint Judas Novena at Kizhadadiyur Church.…

DistrictKottayam28 October 2026

Rising coal prices and electricity costs burden KSEB, potentially increasing consumer charges

Rising coal prices and electricity costs are creating a significant financial burden for KSEB. The increased cost of purchasing electricity…

DistrictKottayam28 October 2026

Aushadhi faces controversy over alleged misuse of assets and alleged beauty treatments

Allegations surfaced that Shobhana George, who was the chairperson of Aushadhi, illegally used the institution's guest house and deluxe AC…

Faith & festivalsPala28 October 2026

Family gatherings are the connecting force between the parish and the altar: Mon. Sebastian Vethanath

During the 44th Pala Diocese Bible Convention, Mon. Sebastian Vethanath stated that family gatherings are the connecting force between the…

DistrictKottayam28 October 2026

Water Tank Valve Failure at Kottayam Water Authority Office Floods Offices

A valve failure occurred in the water supply tank on the third floor of the Kottayam Water Authority Executive Engineer's office. Water…

DistrictKottayam28 October 2026

Southern Railway announces special train services for Deepawali festival season

Southern Railway has announced special train services for the Deepawali festival season. The services will run between Thiruvananthapuram…

DistrictMundakayam28 October 2026

Landslide on Kottikkanam-Mundakayam route; private bus narrowly escapes accident

A landslide occurred near Peruvanthanam, Kaduva Para, on the Kottikkanam-Mundakayam path. While a private bus operating to Kattappana was…

DistrictKottayam28 October 2026

Police lapse in Cheranalloor accident; Kochi Commissioner Kaliraj Mahesh will be replaced

Following the Cheranalloor accident, the Kochi Commissioner Kaliraj Mahesh will be replaced. R. Nishanthini will assume the duties as the…

DistrictKottayam28 October 2026

Landslide on Mundakayam-Kuttikanam Road near Amalagiri disrupts traffic

A large landslide occurred near Amalagiri on the Mundakayam-Kuttikanam road, disrupting traffic. Huge rocks and soil falling onto the road…

CrimeKottayam28 October 2026

Theft attempt at Cardiology Department of Kottayam Medical College

A theft attempt occurred at the Cardiology department of Kottayam Medical College Hospital during the day. An unknown person entered a room…

DistrictKottayam28 October 2026

Crime Branch completes overnight search in Aluva flat, seizes bike in Cheranallur accident case

The Crime Branch conducted an overnight search at the flat of the accused Additional Judge in Aluva regarding the Cheranallur accident case.…

DistrictKottayam28 October 2026

Joint Typhoon Warning Center warns of potential high wind speeds from Cyclone Arnab

The Joint Typhoon Warning Center has raised concerns regarding the intensity of Cyclone Arnab. It reported that the wind speed could reach…

DistrictKottayam28 October 2026

Power Outage in Various Parts of Kottayam Today (28–10–2026)

Power will be partially cut in the Kurichy section from 9 am to 4 pm today. Additionally, there will be a partial power outage in the…

Faith & festivalsKottayam28 October 2026

St. Jude Thaddeus Novena and Main Festival at Thirukkudumbha Devalayam Today

The Thirukkudumbha Devalayam in Koothattukulam is celebrating the main festival of the St. Jude Thaddeus Novena today. Various holy…

Faith & festivalsPala27 October 2026

Memorial held for Appachan Nedumpally in Pala

The memorial for Appachan Nedumpally was held in Pala by the Farmers Union M Constituency League Committee. The event took place at the Pala…