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Sunday, 8 November 2026Local news from Kottayam district

DistrictKottayam6 October 2026

Shebi Chaughtt announces new film 'Pulppalli Express' and 'Veritte Aagas' selected for Jharkhand National Film Festival

Shebi Chaughtt announced the new film 'Pulppalli Express', which is a thriller set against a police station backdrop. The film's shooting…

DistrictKumarakom6 October 2026

Water shortage in Kumarakom due to excessive use in resorts

Kumarakom Panchayat members informed the Water Authority Executive Engineer about the excessive use of water in resorts.

Faith & festivalsPala6 October 2026

Banana Farmers' Meet organized by Pala Social Welfare Society scheduled for Friday

The Banana Farmers' Meet, organized by Pala Social Welfare Society, is scheduled for Friday. The event, part of the Diocese's farmer bank…

Faith & festivalsKottayam6 October 2026

India to face Uruguay in friendly match today; ticket prices drastically reduced

India will face Uruguay in an international friendly football match today. The match is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM in Kottayam. Ticket…

DistrictKottayam6 October 2026

MG University forms committee to investigate alleged ₹12 lakh financial irregularity by former syndicate member

MG University issued an order forming a committee to investigate allegations of ₹12 lakh financial irregularity in the TADA account by…

DistrictKottayam6 October 2026

Yellow Alert Issued for Kottayam Amid Heavy Rainfall Forecast

The central weather department has predicted the possibility of heavy rainfall across the state today. Yellow alerts have been declared in…

DistrictVaikom6 October 2026

Narekadavu–Makekkadavu Bridge becomes reality, delighting locals and travelers

The completion of the Narekadavu–Makekkadavu Bridge brings joy to residents and travelers alike. The bridge offers beautiful views and…

DistrictKottayam6 October 2026

Investigation launched against Kottayam Medical College over patient death after keyhole surgery

The Health Department has appointed a three-member expert team regarding the complaint that a patient died after a keyhole surgery. This…

DistrictKottayam6 October 2026

SBI Life Kottayam Office Job Fair Today

The SBI Life Kottayam Office job fair will be held today, October 6, 2026, at the Vijayapuram Panchayat Hall, starting at 10 AM. For more…

EducationKottayam6 October 2026

V.G. Antony Memorial Lecture and Award Ceremony Held at Kottayam Devamata College

A V.G. Antony Memorial Lecture and Award Ceremony was held at Kottayam Devamata College. During the function, an outgoing student award and…

DistrictKottayam6 October 2026

Government orders detailed probe into death of Changanassery resident Haseena at Kottayam Medical College

The government has ordered a detailed investigation into the death of Haseena, a resident of Changanassery, while undergoing treatment at…

CrimeKottayam6 October 2026

Youth Dies After Being Stabbed During Argument Over Alcohol

Mohammed Bilal (26) died after being stabbed during an argument with a friend while drinking. Police arrested Sivaraj of Sivaraj Bhavan,…

Faith & festivalsKottayam5 October 2026

Minister Roji M. John addresses graduates at CSI College for Legal Studies in Kottayam

Addressing the 26th Convocation and Course Completion Ceremony at CSI College for Legal Studies in Kottayam, Minister Roji M. John stated…

EducationKottayam5 October 2026

AI to be integrated into school curriculum: Minister N Shamsudheen

Minister N Shamsudheen announced that the school curriculum will be modernized by integrating new technologies like Artificial Intelligence.…

Faith & festivalsKottayam5 October 2026

Nine snakeboats to vie for honours at Thazhathangadi boat race in Kottayam

A meeting was held at the Collectorate under the chairmanship of Assembly Speaker Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan. Preparations are being…

Faith & festivalsPala5 October 2026

SMYM Pala Diocese organizes 'Back to the Roots' Seniors Meet

The Senior Members Meet 'Back to the Roots' was organized by the Siro Malabar Youth Movement (SMYM) Pala Diocese. The gathering was held at…

DistrictKottayam5 October 2026

New train service to ease congestion on the Venad Express route; Suresh MP confirms provisional approval

Kodi Kunnil Suresh MP stated that provisional approval has been received from the Railway Ministry for a new train service. This service…

Faith & festivalsKottayam5 October 2026

Education Minister meets Arch Bishop Mar Thomas at Tharayil; discusses educational issues

Education Minister N. Shamsuddeen met Arch Bishop Mar Thomas at Tharayil. The Minister stated that during the meeting, they discussed…

DistrictPala5 October 2026

Tusker Pallattu Brahmadathan cremated near Pala

Tusker Pallattu Brahmadathan, who died in a lightning strike, was cremated on a plot near the Pallattu house at Melambara near Pala. The…

Faith & festivalsPala5 October 2026

Markaz Orphanage Alumni Meet Held During Euphoria Festival

Around 250 former students gathered for an emotional reunion at Markaz Orphanage 'Raihan Valley' during the Raihan Valley Life Festival –…