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PoliticsKottayam15 October 2026

ED moves to issue summons to Pinarayi Vijayan and Muhammad Riyasi in Masappadi case investigation

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is moving to issue summons to Pinarayi Vijayan and Muhammad Riyasi regarding the CMRA-Exalogic Masappadi…

DistrictKottayam15 October 2026

Rain warning issued in Kottayam and 11 other districts

The state is expected to receive the monsoonal rain today. Rain warnings are issued in 12 districts, including Kottayam, Pathanamthitta,…

DistrictKottayam15 October 2026

Train Services Update: Changes in Kerala Train Timings Due to Track Maintenance

Train services across Kerala have seen altered timings due to ongoing track maintenance work in various sections. Adjustments were made in…

HealthKottayam15 October 2026

Kottayam records highest proportion of women with high blood sugar in South India: NFHS-6

According to NFHS-6 data, Kottayam district recorded the highest proportion of women with high or very high blood sugar, or taking…

DistrictKottayam15 October 2026

Rising Rubber Prices Bring Hope to Landowners and Farmers

With the increase in rubber prices, the hopes of farmers are rising. This development is expected to benefit not only the cultivating…

DistrictKottayam14 October 2026

Rubber Board invites applications for various financial assistance schemes

The Rubber Board has invited applications for various financial assistance schemes. Farmers can apply for help with new and replanting…

CrimeKottayam14 October 2026

Owners of chit fund company arrested in ₹2 crore scam case in Kottayam

Nelson Thomas (50) and Telson Thomas (51), the owners of a chit fund company operating in Kuthiyathode, were arrested in Kottayam. They are…

DistrictKottayam14 October 2026

Bus driver's license suspended for two years after accident in Kottayam

The Motor Vehicles Department suspended the license of bus driver Atul Biju for two years following an accident in Chanthakaval, Kottayam.…

Faith & festivalsKottayam14 October 2026

Elephants have a retirement age, according to the Elephant Care Rules

According to the Elephant Care Rules, the retirement age for elephants is set at 65 years. Elephants over 65 should be exempted from…

DistrictKottayam14 October 2026

T. R. Shamsuddeen impresses with performance in 'EYES'

T. R. Shamsuddeen, a prominent film producer, has gained attention for his acting role in the psychological thriller web series 'EYES'. He…

PoliticsKottayam14 October 2026

Kerala Congress to organize statewide protest demanding resignation of CEC and restoration of paper ballots

Kerala Congress Chairman P J Joseph announced that the party will organize a statewide protest to demand the resignation of Chief Election…

DistrictKottayam14 October 2026

Asif Ali and Jis Joy's Kottayam Belt wraps up filming

The makers announced on Tuesday that filming for the upcoming film Kottayam Belt, starring Asif Ali and director Jis Joy, has wrapped up.…

Faith & festivalsKottayam14 October 2026

K.C.B.C. Anti-Alcohol Committee Demands Compensation and Legal Reforms After Nedumbassery Accident

The K.C.B.C. Anti-Alcohol Committee demanded that the property of the accused in the Nedumbassery vehicle accident be confiscated to provide…

DistrictKottayam14 October 2026

Orange Alert Issued for Four Districts Including Kottayam Due to Monsoon Influence

The Kerala State has a high probability of experiencing heavy and intense rain in isolated places until Sunday due to the influence of the…

DistrictKottayam14 October 2026

Decision to suspend Mavelikkara Postal Division cancelled

The decision to suspend the Mavelikkara Postal Division has been cancelled.

DistrictKottayam14 October 2026

Special train announced for Keralites traveling from Bengaluru to Thiruvananthapuram for Dussehra holidays

The Railways announced a special train for Keralites traveling from Bengaluru to Thiruvananthapuram for the Dussehra holidays. The special…

DistrictKottayam14 October 2026

RTO launches strict inspections of private and school buses in Kottayam following increase in accidents

Following the increase in vehicle accidents in the district, the Kottayam RTO initiated vehicle inspections. The inspections primarily check…

DistrictKottayam14 October 2026

Special train services announced for Pooja holiday rush

Due to the Pooja holiday rush, the railway announced special train services. One special train will depart from Bangalore Cantonment Station…

Faith & festivalsKottayam14 October 2026

Chirakkal Kovilakam's musical tradition showcased by young artists

Young artists showcased the musical tradition of Chirakkal Kovilakam during the Navaratri festival. The event featured performances at the…

CrimeKottayam14 October 2026

Madrasa teacher arrested in Kottayam for alleged sexual assault on minor

A madrasa teacher has been arrested in Kottayam for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor. The teacher, Sajeer Fathuhi (27), a resident of…