Kottayam Today
Sunday, 8 November 2026Local news from Kottayam district

CrimeKanjirappally8 October 2026

Attempted stabbing of bus driver on Kanjirappally–Erattupetta route

An attempt was made to stab a bus driver while the bus was running. The incident occurred on the Kanjirappally–Erattupetta route. Police…

DistrictThalayolaparambu8 October 2026

Main accused in sand mining gang arrested in Aluva

Aluva police arrested Rishad (36), a key member of the sand mining gang, from Othupallipparambu, Chengamanad Thuruthi. Rishad was…

DistrictKanjirappally8 October 2026

Kanjirappally Farmers' District Assembly holds meeting on issues like land reform and wildlife issues

At the Kanjirappally Farmers' District Assembly, leaders spoke on issues including the second land reform, ESA, and wildlife problems. The…

DistrictKottayam8 October 2026

Kottayam Nazeer shares his experience in Jailer 2

Actor Kottayam Nazeer, who entered cinema through mimicry, is currently impressing audiences with diverse roles. He recently featured in…

CrimeKanjirappally8 October 2026

Accused arrested for attempting to stab bus driver in Kanjirappally

Police have arrested an accused in the incident where an attempt was made to stab a bus driver inside a private bus operating in…

DistrictKottayam8 October 2026

Two youths arrested in Mundakayam over alleged attempt to assault KSRTC bus staff

Police arrested two youths in Mundakayam following a complaint of attempted assault on KSRTC bus staff. The dispute arose after the youths…

DistrictKottayam8 October 2026

Kothavara Bridge Inauguration: Minister P.K. Bashir speaks on infrastructure development

Public Works Department Minister P.K. Bashir stated that the government's policy is to give special consideration to areas lagging in…

Faith & festivalsKottayam8 October 2026

Aruvithara St. Mary's LP School Wins Grand Overall Championship at Erattupetta Zilla Arts Festival

Aruvithara St. Mary's LP School achieved a significant victory at the Erattupetta Zilla Arts Festival held on October 6 and 7 at the…

DistrictKottayam8 October 2026

Elderly man dies after being hit by Taurus lorry in Kavalam

A Taurus lorry hit an elderly man who was walking along the roadside in Kavalam, resulting in his death. The deceased was identified as A S…

DistrictKottayam8 October 2026

Theft and CCTV Failure Plague Kottayam Medical College

Theft incidents are reportedly increasing within the Kottayam Medical College premises. Theft of helmets from bikes parked near the…

CrimeKottayam8 October 2026

Three officials booked in Pampady Block Panchayat over alleged forgery in contract renewal

Police registered an FIR against three officials, including the Pampady Block Panchayat Secretary, following a complaint by a Scheduled…

EducationKottayam8 October 2026

MG University Internal Mark Portal Allegedly Hacked; Syndicate Alleges Leftist Teachers Involved

The syndicate and the university governing body are taking strict action following serious allegations of manipulation and hacking of the…

Faith & festivalsPala8 October 2026

Maya Rahul praises Abraham Kappanplakkalachan for preserving the essence of the Gospel

At the 'Snehaagiri Institutions' children's gathering in Pala, Maya Rahul stated that Abraham Kappanplakkalachan is a yogi saint who brought…

Faith & festivalsKottayam8 October 2026

Yellow Alert issued for Kottayam and six other districts due to weather changes

The state's rain warning has changed due to the influence of the twin cyclonic depression and the low-pressure trough. Yellow Alert has been…

DistrictKottayam8 October 2026

Official teaser for the film 'Neekkam' featuring Dileep and Jagan Shaji to be released on October 9

The official teaser for 'Neekkam', directed by Jagan Shaji and starring Dileep, will be released on October 9. The film is an emotional…

DistrictKottayam8 October 2026

Film 'Avarachan and Sons' enters second week with positive reception

The film 'Avarachan and Sons', starring P. Biju Menon, is receiving positive audience responses and good collections in theaters. Urvashi,…

EducationKanjirappally8 October 2026

Protests erupt at Revenue District School Sports Meet over alleged age limit violations

Protests erupted at the Revenue District School Sports Meet in Kanjirappally. The protests followed allegations that contestants…

DistrictManarcad8 October 2026

SMSC NSS Unit Launches SMC Wellness Club

The SMC Wellness Club was inaugurated by the History Department Head, Dr. at St. Mary's College, Manarcad. The launch was organized by the…

DistrictVaikom8 October 2026

No playground in Vaikom; children walk kilometers to Ernakulam

There is no playground in Vaikom; children are walking kilometers to Ernakulam.

EducationKottayam8 October 2026

Higher Education Department to make major changes in entrance exams to retain students in Kerala

The Higher Education Department announced comprehensive changes in entrance exam methods to address the trend of Kerala students relying on…