Kottayam Today
Monday, 9 November 2026Local news from Kottayam district

CrimeKottayam27 September 2026

Stray dog attacks 15 people; dog captured, vaccination and sterilization stopped

A stray dog that attacked and spread fear to 15 people in various areas of Kottayam district was captured by the dog catcher appointed by…

DistrictKottayam27 September 2026

Government approves using MLA funds to purchase new buses for KSRTC

The government has granted special permission to utilize the MLA's asset development fund for purchasing new buses for the KSRTC. Each MLA…

DistrictKottayam27 September 2026

Rubber Board to launch new digital platform for farmers and workers

The Rubber Board is launching a new digital platform for rubber farmers and workers. This new system aims to bring together estate owners…

PoliticsKottayam27 September 2026

Local holiday declared in Kottayam for sub-election on September 28

The Kottayam District Collector declared a local holiday for educational institutions and locations where the sub-election is scheduled for…

DistrictKottayam27 September 2026

Astrological predictions for various periods in Kottayam

The text provides astrological predictions for various periods, including Ashwathi, Bharani, Karthika, and Rohini. These predictions cover…

DistrictKottayam27 September 2026

Medical College Hospital Principal demands urgent action on stray dog menace

The Medical College Principal, Dr. Varghese Punnoose, requested the Collector to convene a meeting of Panchayat and Medical College…

Faith & festivalsKottayam27 September 2026

Amit Shah addresses Kerala's cooperative potential in Blue Economy, inaugurates various schemes

Central Minister Amit Shah stated that Kerala has great potential in the Blue Economy due to its large coastline and backwaters. He…

Faith & festivalsKottayam27 September 2026

KSRTC organizes Marian pilgrimage tour covering 8 churches including Kuravilangad and Vallarpadam

KSRTC is organizing a Marian pilgrimage tour in Pala, which includes a Holy Mass at Kuravilangad Church and visits to 8 Marian churches,…

DistrictManimala, Vembanad Lake27 September 2026

Kuttanad: A land of natural beauty and unique ecology

Kuttanad is highlighted as a region that has drawn global attention for its natural beauty and cultural heritage. The unique geography of…

Faith & festivalsVaikom27 September 2026

High Demand for Onnavilam in Vaikom

There is high demand for Onnavilam in Vaikom.

Faith & festivalsChanganassery27 September 2026

Guruninda Porukkan cannot do it: Procession with burning torches in Kozhanchery

A procession with burning torches took place in Kozhanchery today. The demonstration was held with the slogan 'Guruninda Porukkan…

Faith & festivalsChanganassery26 September 2026

Melppadam Chundan wins in Changanassery boat race, leaving Aroma 180 microseconds behind

Melppadam Boat Club won the third league match of the Championship Boat League (CBL) in Pallathuruthy, Changanassery. Melppadam achieved the…

DistrictMeenachil26 September 2026

Student dies after being swept away in Meenachil River

A student died after entering the Meenachil River for a swim and being caught in the current.

DistrictKottayam26 September 2026

Demand for Police Clearance Certificate for Private Bus Staff Gains Momentum

The demand for implementing a police clearance certificate for private bus staff is gaining strength. This follows incidents of private bus…

DistrictPala26 September 2026

Student drowns in Meenachil River at Mutholi Kadavu

A student who entered the Meenachil River at Mutholi Kadavu drowned in the current. The deceased has been preliminarily identified as…

Faith & festivalsKottayam26 September 2026

Thiruvonam Bumper Lottery contributes crores to Central Government treasury

The Thiruvonam bumper lottery, which sold 90 lakh tickets at the ₹500 rate, is expected to contribute crores to the central government as…

DistrictKottayam26 September 2026

Auto rickshaw overturns into pit in Mundakayam; no injuries reported

An auto rickshaw parked in Venanilathu, Mundakayam, overturned into a pit. The auto, owned by Mohanan, was found in the accident.…

CrimeKottayam26 September 2026

Youth arrested in Kottayam with MDMA, police say he was a key member of a drug distribution network

Gandhinagar police and the District Police Chief's anti-drug team arrested a young man from Thiruvathukal, Rony Roy (24), in Gandhinagar.…

DistrictKottayam26 September 2026

5th Kochi Marathon Registration Begins; Hybe Eden Hands Over First Bib

Registration for the 5th Kochi Marathon has begun. Hybe Eden handed over the first bib for the event.

EducationManarcad26 September 2026

LAVOZ 2k26 History Association Inauguration at St. Mary's College, Manarcad

The History Association of St. Mary's College, Manarcad, organized the inauguration of LAVOZ 2k26. The event was attended by the State…