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DistrictKottayam8 October 2026

Official teaser for the film 'Neekkam' featuring Dileep and Jagan Shaji to be released on October 9

The official teaser for 'Neekkam', directed by Jagan Shaji and starring Dileep, will be released on October 9. The film is an emotional…

DistrictKottayam8 October 2026

Film 'Avarachan and Sons' enters second week with positive reception

The film 'Avarachan and Sons', starring P. Biju Menon, is receiving positive audience responses and good collections in theaters. Urvashi,…

EducationKottayam8 October 2026

Higher Education Department to make major changes in entrance exams to retain students in Kerala

The Higher Education Department announced comprehensive changes in entrance exam methods to address the trend of Kerala students relying on…

DistrictKottayam8 October 2026

Vigilance raids DTPC office in Kottayam, seizing records over alleged irregularities

Vigilance conducted a surprise inspection at the District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) office in Kottayam. The inspection, which began…

CrimeKottayam8 October 2026

Investigation continues into Maasappadi case; questioning of more people to be conducted by SIT

The SIT will continue questioning the friends of Muhammad Riyaz today.

CrimeKottayam8 October 2026

Bike riders assault KSRTC driver near Krishnapuram, Kayamkulam

Bike riders assaulted a KSRTC driver near Krishnapuram, Kayamkulam. The incident occurred over a dispute regarding giving way. The driver,…

CrimeKottayam8 October 2026

Thief arrested in Kottayam for stealing cash, CCTV model, watch, and Bluetooth speaker from fruit stall

A man was arrested in Kottayam for stealing cash, a CCTV Wi-Fi model, watch, Bluetooth speaker, and knife from a fruit stall in…

Faith & festivalsKottayam7 October 2026

National Kathakali Mahotsavam concludes in Kottayam; 'Kalyanasaugandhikam' enthralls audience

The National Kathakali Mahotsavam, held for a week at the Sri Mridangashileswari Temple premises in Muzhakunnu, Kottayam, concludes on…

CrimeKottayam7 October 2026

Sabarimala gold theft: Final charge sheet expected soon in two cases

The SIT decided that the government's permission is required for prosecution proceedings, following the filing of sections under the…

PoliticsKottayam7 October 2026

UDF MLAs begin providing funds for KSRTC bus purchase using MLA LADF

UDF MLAs have started providing funds to KSRTC for purchasing buses using the MLA Local Area Development Fund (LADF). MLAs like Koilandy MLA…

DistrictKottayam7 October 2026

Urvashi's Mystery Thriller 'Aasha' to Stream on Zee5 on October 16

The mystery thriller 'Aasha', starring Urvashi and Joju George, is set to stream on Zee5 on October 16. The film, directed by Safar Sanal…

Faith & festivalsKottayam7 October 2026

T.V. Rajeev shares the memory of '16 rupees' that paved the way for K.J. Yesudas's career

T.V. Rajeev shared a memory on social media regarding the '16 rupees' that marked a turning point in K.J. Yesudas's musical life. The story…

DistrictKottayam7 October 2026

Lightning strikes cause injuries to college student in Kottayam, property damage in Perumbavoor and Palakkad

Two college students sustained injuries in Erattupetta, Kottayam, due to lightning strikes on a recent evening. Separately, lightning…

DistrictKottayam7 October 2026

Vegetable prices surge across the state, impacting household budgets

Vegetable prices are surging across the state, significantly affecting the family budgets of common people. Traders point to crop failure…

Faith & festivalsKottayam7 October 2026

Sangeeth Pratap's 'It's a Medical Miracle' to begin OTT streaming; details revealed

The film 'It's a Medical Miracle,' starring Sangeeth Pratap and Sharufudeen, is set for OTT release. The movie, which received good audience…

PoliticsKottayam7 October 2026

CPI-I demands new working style in LDF; Binoy Vishwam states LDF policy should be discussed collectively

CPI-I is firm in its claim for the post of opposition deputy leader, stating that the LDF needs a new culture and style of operation. Binoy…

DistrictKottayam7 October 2026

Oxygen hosts mobile carnival in Kottayam with cashbacks and exchange bonuses

Oxygen is hosting a mobile carnival at its showrooms in Kottayam for those waiting to buy smartphones. Customers can purchase phones using…

PoliticsKottayam7 October 2026

K. Sudhakaran: Adoor Prakash's complaint has merit; government work needs consultation and correction

K. Sudhakaran stated that Adoor Prakash's complaint has merit. He reiterated his stance that government work requires consultation and…

CrimeKottayam7 October 2026

ED raids uncover crores linked to Kottanellur and Angamaly scams in cooperative banks

Widespread ED raids conducted on cooperative banks across the state are revealing crores of transactions linked to the Kottanellur and…

PoliticsKottayam7 October 2026

High Command will not immediately proceed following Adoor Prakash's complaint

The High Command will not immediately proceed following the complaint filed by UDF Convenor Adoor Prakash. The Chief Minister will not file…