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Sunday, 8 November 2026Local news from Kottayam district

CrimeKottayam2 October 2026

Auto driver arrested for running illegal liquor bar in Ramapuram

The Pala Excise Range Party arrested a man for running an illegal liquor bar in the Ramapuram Vellilappally area. The Excise Department…

CrimeKottayam2 October 2026

25-year-old woman dies after scooter accident in Kottayam

Mahima, the daughter of Kumarankari and Vinod from Akge College Colony, was 25. She was admitted to Kottayam Medical College Hospital for…

DistrictKottayam2 October 2026

Biju Menon's 'Avarachan and Sons' hits theaters starting today

The family film 'Avarachan and Sons', starring Biju Menon, is set to hit theaters starting today. The film features a large cast including…

DistrictKottayam2 October 2026

Giant bear spotted in Kottayam city drains

A giant bear was spotted in a drain near the Good Shepherd Road in Kottayam yesterday. This sighting has raised new concerns among…

Faith & festivalsKottayam2 October 2026

Kerala Weather Update: Light Rainfall Expected in Kottayam and Other Districts

The central weather department predicts light rainfall at isolated places in Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, and Idukki…

DistrictKottayam2 October 2026

Young woman dies after accident while traveling with sibling

Mahima, aged 25, who was hospitalized at the Medical College after sustaining serious injuries in a vehicle accident, passed away on…

CrimeKottayam2 October 2026

Accused absconder arrested 17 years later in Kottayam

Police arrested an accused who had absconded for 17 years after being released on bail in a murder attempt case. The accused, Prashanth from…

PoliticsKottayam2 October 2026

Adv. Jayashankar advises UDF to focus on maximum voters, not straying to Wayyavel

Adv. Jayashankar advised that the UDF should aim to reach the maximum number of people and should not try to capture the stray Wayyavel.…

DistrictKangazha2 October 2026

Widespread damage in Kangazha due to wind and rain

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DistrictKottayam2 October 2026

Delaying rubber tapping until the evening may increase income, says Rubber Board

According to the Rubber Board research division, delaying rubber tapping until the evening may lead to increased milk yield.

Faith & festivalsPala2 October 2026

Court suspends sentence and fine verdict for Mani C Kappan

The Sessions Court suspended the sentence and fine verdict given by the Borivelli Magistrate Court for four check cases. The order was…

Faith & festivalsErumely2 October 2026

High Court directs ensuring basic facilities in Erumely for Sabarimala pilgrims

The High Court issued directives to ensure basic facilities in Erumely for Sabarimala pilgrims. The court also directed the immediate…

DistrictKottayam1 October 2026

Kuttanad Rice Production Halted; Farmers Face Severe Setback

The modern rice mill of Oil Palm India Ltd. in the Kottinat area, which supported paddy farmers, has been shut down. Authorities ceased…

Faith & festivalsKottayam1 October 2026

IDA Kottayam organizes programs for World Smile Day

The Indian Dental Association Central Kerala Kottayam (IDA CKK) organized programs on World Smile Day. These programs were attended by…

PoliticsKottayam1 October 2026

Mani C.appan claims High Court verdict questioned after stay on four check cases

Manickam C.appan claimed that the conviction passed by the Borivali Magistrate Court in Maharashtra was stayed by the Goregaon District…

Faith & festivalsVazhoor1 October 2026

Trailer for Fantasy Comedy Film 'Titans' to arrive tomorrow

The trailer for 'Titans', featuring a combo of Jayasurya and Vinayakan, is expected tomorrow at 6:06 PM. The film, directed by Prin. S. Joy,…

DistrictParathodu1 October 2026

Garbage dumping and wild animal menace plague Parathodu-Pazhumala road; locals demand action

Locals report severe stench and wild animal menace along the Parathodu-Pazhumala road due to garbage dumping. The area, which is a main…

PoliticsKottayam1 October 2026

Protest held by Kerala Youth Front M Idukki District Committee demanding withdrawal of controversial order

The Kerala Youth Front M Idukki District Committee organized a protest and protest meeting demanding the withdrawal of the Idukki District…

DistrictKottayam1 October 2026

Fire at Chip Manufacturing Factory in Peruva; Preliminary Estimate of Loss Exceeds ₹45 Crore

A fire occurred at the chip manufacturing company operating in Peruva, Kunnappally. Preliminary estimates suggest the loss amounts to over…

EducationKottayam1 October 2026

IIIT Kottayam 8th Convocation Ceremony Scheduled for October 3

The 8th Convocation Ceremony of the Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Kottayam will be held on October 3 at the institute…