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Sunday, 8 November 2026Local news from Kottayam district

DistrictKottayam24 October 2026

Fahad to star in Bhavana Studios' new project in Kottayam

Fahad is set to star in a new project from Bhavana Studios, marking his return to the role of lead actor after a hiatus.

DistrictKottayam24 October 2026

Dalit youth allegedly assaulted by police during questioning in Kottayam; police deny charge

The family of a Dalit youth from Peringalam in Poonjar alleged that he was assaulted by police after being taken for questioning regarding a…

CrimeKottayam24 October 2026

Theft spree targets construction sites in Kottayam

A theft spree has disrupted peace in Onamthuruth, Kottayam. Thieves are targeting construction sites, stealing electric wires from seven…

Faith & festivalsKottayam24 October 2026

Trophy for State School Sports Meet arrives in Kottayam district

The trophy for the State School Sports Meet, held in Kozhikode, was received with enthusiasm in Kottayam district. The procession, which…

DistrictPala24 October 2026

Mani C. Kappan MLA provides assistance to students on educational trip stranded in Ooty

Mani C. Kappan MLA provided assistance to students from Higher Secondary Schools in Pala, including Mutholi St. Anthony's and Pala St.…

Faith & festivalsKottayam24 October 2026

Filming of 'Karatte Chandran' begins in Kottayam

The shooting and switch-on ceremony for the big-budget film 'Karatte Chandran', starring Fahad Faasil, has begun in Kottayam. The film is…

DistrictKottayam24 October 2026

Film 'Karatte Chandran' begins with puja and switch-on ceremony in Kottayam

The puja and switch-on ceremony for 'Karatte Chandran,' a big-budget film starring Fahadh Faasil and directed by Roy, took place in…

DistrictKottayam Medical College24 October 2026

Ceiling collapses at Kottayam Medical College; patients escape by a narrow margin

The ceiling collapsed at Kottayam Medical College Hospital. The collapse occurred in the new surgical block, near the retina examination…

DistrictKottayam24 October 2026

Muhammad Shammas suggests Muhammad Asif's response could be a major setback

Muhammad Shammas stated that Divya and her family have financial dealings with Muhammad Asif and his company, and Muhammad Asif's response…

DistrictKottayam24 October 2026

Traffic Congestion at Vadakkanchery Overpass Due to Maintenance Work on Kottayam-Cochin National Highway

Traffic congestion has occurred on the Kottayam-Cochin National Highway. Vehicles are being diverted due to maintenance work at the…

DistrictKottayam24 October 2026

Kottayam East Rotary Club lays foundation for third house under 'Samarppanam' housing project

As part of the 'Samarppanam' housing construction project by the Kottayam East Rotary Club, the foundation stone was laid for the third…

CrimeKottayam24 October 2026

Dalit youth allegedly brutally assaulted in police custody in Kottayam

A complaint has been filed alleging that a Dalit youth was brutally assaulted while in police custody in Kottayam. The victim, P. R.…

DistrictKottayam24 October 2026

KSRTC bus and pickup van collide in Appanchira; multiple people injured

An accident occurred in Appanchira when a KSRTC Priyadarshini bus collided with a pickup van. The incident happened around 6:40 AM today.…

Faith & festivalsEttumanoor24 October 2026

Meeting held to plan arrangements for Sabarimala Mandala - Makaravilakku season at Ettumanoor

A meeting was held under the chairmanship of Mattakam Suresh MLA to discuss arrangements for the Sabarimala Mandala - Makaravilakku season…

CrimeKottayam24 October 2026

Assam and Bengal Nationals Arrested for Theft of Mobile Phones from Sleeping Passengers on Train

Najran Sohail Raana, a resident of Murshidabad, West Bengal, and another individual from Morigao, Assam, were arrested in connection with…

DistrictKottayam24 October 2026

Global conflicts and shipping disruptions plunge Kerala's fisheries export sector into deep crisis

Global conflicts and shipping disruptions are plunging Kerala's fisheries export sector into a severe economic crisis. Freight rates have…

CrimeKottayam24 October 2026

Theft of electric wires reported in houses under construction in Onamthuruthu

Widespread theft of electric wires was reported in houses under construction in Onamthuruthu. The loss amounts to lakhs, causing distress…

EducationKottayam24 October 2026

Mallikassery St. Dominic Savio School achieves double victory at Science Fair

Mallikassery St. Dominic Savio School achieved a double victory at the Work Experience Fair, held in connection with the Kanjirappally…

CrimePala24 October 2026

Father and bedridden son found dead in house in Pala

Police found a father and his bedridden son dead inside a house in Pala. An investigation has begun, and the cause of death will be clear…

Faith & festivalsKottayam24 October 2026

Championship Boat League continues with seventh race today in Kottayam Thazhatangadi

The Championship Boat League, organized by the State Tourism Department, continues with its final laps. The seventh race is scheduled for…