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DistrictKottayam29 October 2026

Debris and landslide threat persist at Attivalavu, Pambavali, raising safety concerns ahead of Sabarimala season

The Attivalavu area on the Pambavali Kanmala road remains a major hazard despite the approaching Sabarimala season. Residents complain that…

DistrictKottayam29 October 2026

1,216 vacancies in SC Development Department; Plus Two qualification required for appointment in own district

The state Scheduled Caste Development Department is conducting appointments for 1,216 vacancies in the Promoter post. Applicants must belong…

DistrictKottayam29 October 2026

Mother Dies After Hearing News of ASI's Suspension in Cheranallur Accident

The mother of ASI K T Manoj, who was stationed at Cheranallur, passed away on Tuesday night. She died in Pathalam Kurikkattuparamba N K…

DistrictKottayam29 October 2026

Dangerous Overtaking by Innova Car Near Kuravilangad Leads to Driver's License Suspension

The Motor Vehicle Department found an Innova car that dangerously overtook a bike-riding couple near Kuravilangad. Kottayam RTO D. Jayaraj…

DistrictKottayam29 October 2026

Scarcity of RSS 4 Grade Sheet Rubber in Internal Market: Prices up to ₹300/kg in Open Market

A severe shortage of RSS 4 Grade Sheet Rubber has occurred in the internal market. The official price of RSS 4 Grade at Kottayam and Kochi…

DistrictKottayam29 October 2026

CM announces special rehabilitation package for Punjaar flood damage

The Chief Minister announced a special rehabilitation package for the Punjaar region, which suffered heavy losses due to rain and flooding…

DistrictKottayam29 October 2026

Ceiling and wall parts collapse at Kottayam Medical College Hospital

Parts of the ceiling and wall of the new surgical block building at Kottayam Medical College Hospital collapsed. The incident was narrowly…

DistrictThalayolaparambu29 October 2026

CI Office at Thalayolaparambu Lacks Seating

The police station at Thalayolaparambu is currently reported to lack seating facilities.

DistrictPala28 October 2026

Dairy Farmers Union demands withdrawal of cattle feed price hike

The Farmers Union held a meeting in Pala, demanding the state government withdraw the cattle feed price hike. Members stated that the price…

DistrictKottayam28 October 2026

Age fraud confirmed at State School Sports Meet, Soobin K Sebastian declared winner

Age fraud was confirmed at the State School Sports Meet following bone testing conducted at the Medical College. Consequently, Soobin K…

DistrictPala28 October 2026

Peacock dies after hitting building glass in Pala Arunapura

A peacock died after hitting the glass of a building in Pala Arunapura. The bird, which flew from the yard of a house near the junction,…

DistrictKottayam28 October 2026

Erattupetta Traffic Unit to be Inaugurated by Minister Ramesh Chennithala on November 2

The Traffic Unit in Erattupetta will be inaugurated by Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala on Monday, November 2, at 12 PM. The event will be…

DistrictKottayam28 October 2026

Railway imposes strict restrictions on mobile charging in trains at night

Railway has imposed strict restrictions on mobile charging in train coaches at night. All zones have been instructed to cut off electricity…

DistrictKottayam28 October 2026

Age fraud confirmed at school sports meet; student from Kottayam Koruthode School found to be between 15 and 18 years old

Confirmation of age fraud occurred at the Kerala School Sports Meet. A student from Kottayam Koruthode School, who is from UP, was found to…

DistrictKottayam28 October 2026

Union Co-op expands organic product range with 20 local farms

Union Co-op is now offering vegetables, fruits, and other products from 33 categories, sourced in partnership with 20 organic farms. The…

DistrictKottayam28 October 2026

Large King Cobra mistaken for belt, lifts up, narrowly escapes

While bending down to pick up what was thought to be a black belt on the floor of the dining hall, a large King Cobra was spotted. The snake…

DistrictPuthuppally28 October 2026

New KSRTC Fast Passenger Service Launched from Kottarakkara to Puthuppally

The inauguration of the new KSRTC fast passenger service from Kottarakkara to Puthuppally was performed by Suresh MP at Kodikkunni.

DistrictPala28 October 2026

Peacock dies after injury while flying in Pala

A peacock died this morning after hitting a glass at a private establishment while flying in Arunapuram Guest House area in Pala. Local…

DistrictKottayam28 October 2026

Rising coal prices and electricity costs burden KSEB, potentially increasing consumer charges

Rising coal prices and electricity costs are creating a significant financial burden for KSEB. The increased cost of purchasing electricity…

DistrictKottayam28 October 2026

Aushadhi faces controversy over alleged misuse of assets and alleged beauty treatments

Allegations surfaced that Shobhana George, who was the chairperson of Aushadhi, illegally used the institution's guest house and deluxe AC…