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EducationKottayam23 October 2026

MG University postpones all exams scheduled for Friday, new dates to be announced

Mahatma Gandhi University postponed all exams scheduled for Friday, October 23. The university stated that new dates would be announced…

DistrictKottayam22 October 2026

Pedestrian Dies After Being Hit by Crane on Pala-Thodupuzha Route in Kollappally

A pedestrian died after being hit by a crane on the Pala-Thodupuzha route in Kollappally. The incident occurred around 3:30 PM today. The…

DistrictKottayam22 October 2026

Road side collapses in Erumely, threatening nearby house

The side of the road collapsed in Thumarampara, Erumely, due to heavy rain. The collapse has placed the house of a nearby resident,…

DistrictKottayam22 October 2026

Two young women died in Pampady vehicle accident; RTO suggests action against those who stopped vehicle on road

Two young women died in a vehicle accident at the 13th mile of Pampady. Kottayam RTO D. Jayaraj stated that the accident was caused by…

Faith & festivalsKottayam22 October 2026

Todiyoor Muhammed Kunju Moulavi to resign from Wakaf Board membership to maintain friendship

Todiyoor Muhammed Kunju Moulavi stated that he is resigning from his Wakaf Board membership with complete satisfaction.

DistrictKottayam22 October 2026

Orange Alert Issued for Kottayam District from the 23rd to the 3rd

The central weather department has issued an Orange Alert for Kottayam district due to the possibility of heavy rainfall. The alert is…

DistrictKottayam22 October 2026

M.A. Nishad reveals facing 'hate campaign' before film release

M.A. Nishad revealed that attempts were made to discredit his film, 'Oru Anweshanathinte Thudakkam', even before its release. The film,…

Faith & festivalsKottayam22 October 2026

കേന്ദ്ര കാലാവസ്ഥാ വകുപ്പ് issues Orange and Yellow Alerts for Kottayam and other districts

The central weather department announced the possibility of rain in Kerala over the next five days. Orange and yellow alerts have been…

DistrictKottayam22 October 2026

Movie 'Avarachan and Sons' enters 25th day of run; OTT streaming set for October 30

The family entertainer 'Avarachan and Sons' has entered its 25th day as a popular film. The movie continues screening in theaters, with its…

DistrictKottayam22 October 2026

12 cattle die due to lightning strike at Erumely Cheruvalli Estate

Twelve cattle were found dead at the Erumely Cheruvalli Estate following a strong lightning strike. The cattle, which were grazing in the…

DistrictKottayam22 October 2026

Police launch investigation into the death of two young women in an accident in Kottayam

Police have started an investigation regarding the death of two young women who were scooter riders and were hit by a private bus. The…

Faith & festivalsKottayam22 October 2026

Case filed against CPI(M) leader Muhammad Saleem over alleged derogatory remarks about Durga Puja

The police registered a case against CPI(M) senior leader and former MP Muhammad Saleem, alleging derogatory remarks about Durga Puja. The…

DistrictKottayam22 October 2026

Rotary Club Kottayam distributes auto-rickshaw as part of District Project

As part of the District Project submission by the Rotary Club Kottayam, an auto-rickshaw was handed over to the deserving recipient. The…

Faith & festivalsKottayam22 October 2026

Salim Kumar's family reaches Kochin Hanifa's home

Salim Kumar's family reached Kochin Hanifa's home, continuing the bond of friendship.

CrimeKottayam22 October 2026

Woman arrested with 32 grams of MDMA in rented house in Mooattupuzha

Police arrested a woman with 32 grams of MDMA from a rented house in Mooattupuzha. Police also seized other narcotic substances and…

DistrictKottayam22 October 2026

Experts back generic drug push for Spinal Muscular Atrophy, citing 97% cost reduction

Health experts and public health activists have supported the state government's decision to replace the branded drug for Spinal Muscular…

DistrictKottayam22 October 2026

Kottayam-Kochi corridor proposal to be submitted by state government soon

The state government is expected to submit its recommendation for the proposed Kottayam-Kumarakom-Kochi corridor soon. This corridor, which…

CrimeKottayam22 October 2026

Girl chases down attacker for a kilometer, nabs him and hands him over to police

A 17-year-old girl from Kuttappana Kunthalampara, who was undergoing training for an Army pre-training course, chased and apprehended a man…

CrimeKottayam22 October 2026

Youth attacked and killed by group in Teekoy after alcohol consumption; three arrested

A group intoxicated by alcohol attacked and killed a youth at a roadside stall in Kanjirappally. Police have taken the accused into custody.

Faith & festivalsKottayam22 October 2026

Jifri Thangal calls for rightful position for AP faction

Waqf Board Chairman M.C. Mayin Haji visited Sayyid Muhammad Jifri Muthukoya Thangal at the Edavannappara Mundakkulam Shamsul Ulama Memorial…