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The latest local news from Kottayam, Kottayam district, Kerala.

Faith & festivalsKottayam5 October 2026

India vs Uruguay friendly match to be held in Kottayam; significant ticket price reduction

The India vs Uruguay friendly match is scheduled for tomorrow at the Kollakatta Stadium in Kottayam, starting at 7:30 PM. Due to low…

PoliticsKottayam5 October 2026

MP files complaint over cyber attack supporting Adoor Prakash

J.B. Mathar MP filed a complaint demanding action from the Union Home Minister and the DGP. The complaint was filed regarding cyber attacks…

DistrictKottayam5 October 2026

Power Outage Scheduled in Various Parts of Kottayam District Today

A power outage is scheduled today, October 5, 2026, in the Kolamkulam transformer area. Outages will also affect areas including Pala Elite,…

Faith & festivalsKottayam5 October 2026

Brahmadhathan, the elephant that passed away due to lightning, will be cremated this afternoon

The body of Brahmadhathan, who passed away due to lightning in Erattupetta, will be cremated this afternoon. The cremation will take place…

Faith & festivalsKottayam5 October 2026

KSRTC to run services to Pamba using rented private buses for Mandala-Makara Vilakku

KSRTC will run services to Pamba by renting private buses for the Mandala-Makara Vilakku festival. The process involves checking e-tenders,…

DistrictKottayam5 October 2026

Kottayam-Thiruvananthapuram-Chempakappara Service Resumes

The service connecting Kottayam, Thiruvananthapuram, and Chempakappara has resumed.

CrimeKottayam5 October 2026

Bus driver allegedly assaulted after dispute over space on road

A complaint alleges that a bus operating on the Kottayam - Nedumkandam route was stopped and its driver assaulted at Thookkupala. The…

Faith & festivalsKottayam4 October 2026

Renu Sudhi clarifies marriage legality and compensation details regarding late Kollam Sudhi

Renu Sudhi addressed false rumors circulating on social media regarding the legal status of her marriage to late Kollam Sudhi. She stated…

DistrictKottayam4 October 2026

Idiminnalett elephant dies in Erattupetta

The elephant, Pallattu Brahmadhan, owned by local resident Rajesh Pallatti, died in Erattupetta. The elephant was found ill in the vicinity…

DistrictKottayam4 October 2026

Elephant dies after falling due to lightning in Kottayam

An elephant named Brahmadathan fell due to lightning, losing its life.

PoliticsKottayam4 October 2026

PC Thomas alleges intervention in 2004 Lok Sabha election; Venugopal also raises concerns

Kerala Congress leader P.C. Thomas alleged that Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar intervened in favor of Jose K. Mani during the…

DistrictKottayam4 October 2026

Chemical fertilizer price hike causes distress among small farmers in Kottayam

Small farmers, who depend only on crops like rubber, cardamom, banana, and paddy, are facing severe difficulties. They report that it is…

DistrictKottayam4 October 2026

Rahul Mankootathil criticizes CPI(M) leader over alleged sexual assault at party office

Rahul Mankootathil posted on Facebook criticizing a CPI(M) leader for allegedly committing sexual assault against a young woman of college…

HealthKottayam4 October 2026

IDA Kottayam Branch organizes oral health awareness campaign on World Smile Day

On World Smile Day, the Indian Dental Association (IDA) Kottayam Branch organized an awareness campaign focusing on oral health and…

DistrictKottayam4 October 2026

Renu Sudhi addresses rumors regarding her legal marriage to Kollam Sudhi

Renu Sudhi responded to rumors alleging her marriage to Kollam Sudhi was not legal. She stated that she is legally married to him and that…

DistrictKottayam4 October 2026

Fahadh Faasil discusses the challenge of portraying simple characters in acting

Actor Fahadh Faasil stated that portraying simple and natural characters is more challenging than doing mass action or loud roles. He shared…

PoliticsKottayam4 October 2026

Congress warns over Vellappally's 'Mandrake Effect' and attempts to align with V.D. Satheesan and Ramesh Chennithala

A section of Congress leaders and party workers warned that Vellappally Nadesan's attempts to praise V.D. Satheesan and Ramesh Chennithala…

DistrictKottayam4 October 2026

Inverter sales surge in Kottayam due to power cuts; demand for batteries and inverters high

Continuous power restrictions in the state have led to a significant increase in inverter sales. Inverter distributors state that sales over…

DistrictKottayam4 October 2026

Five injured in various accidents admitted to Cherpunkal Mar Sliva MediCity

Five people injured in various accidents were admitted to Cherpunkal Mar Sliva MediCity. The accidents involved a bike and a mini pick-up…

PoliticsKottayam4 October 2026

CPM Kottayam expanded district committee passes resolutions on ESA issue, police action, and opposition leader

During the CPM Kottayam expanded district committee meeting, decisions were made regarding significant changes in the party's organizational…