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CrimeKottayam29 September 2026

Elderly person stabbed to death in Kotamangalam; husband in custody

An elderly person was stabbed to death in Kotamangalam.

DistrictKottayam29 September 2026

Power outage expected in parts of Kottayam today (29–09–26)

Tarrying works have begun on the Thottuva–Kuruppanthara–Kallara Puthanpally road, causing a complete power outage from Thottuva to…

PoliticsKottayam28 September 2026

Counting of votes for by-elections in 38 local wards to begin tomorrow

The counting of votes for by-elections held in 38 local wards is scheduled for tomorrow. The by-elections were held in every ward of the…

DistrictKottayam28 September 2026

Rashmi Manoj shines with great success in Plus Two exam at age 51

Rashmi Manoj, originally from Muvattupuzha, achieved a brilliant success in the Plus Two equivalent exam with 75 percent marks. She resumed…

DistrictKottayam28 September 2026

Two-year-old boy found dead in well in Kottayam

Evan Alex, the second child of Allan and Sunisha, was found dead in a well at CMS Colony, Pinnakkanad, Kottayam. The incident occurred…

PoliticsKottayam28 September 2026

District Panchayat By-election in Thrikkodithanam Division Records 53.55% Turnout

The district panchayat by-election in the Thrikkodithanam division of Kottayam district recorded 53.55 percent polling. The election took…

DistrictKottayam28 September 2026

Modern Rice Mill near closure lays off 12 temporary employees in Kottayam

The Modern Rice Mill near closure in Kottayam laid off 12 temporary employees. The facility is located in Vechoor.

Faith & festivalsKottayam28 September 2026

BJP Kottayam West District Study Camp Concludes in Kaduthuruthy

The BJP Kottayam West District Study Camp, which ran for several days, concluded in Kaduthuruthy. The three-day camp, inaugurated by A.N.…

DistrictKottayam28 September 2026

Gold prices see significant drop, falling by at least ₹21,040 over eight months

Gold prices are currently showing a significant drop compared to the all-time record rate recorded on January 29, 2026. The current price of…

DistrictKottayam28 September 2026

Rubber Board to hold direct interaction with tappers in Kottayam

The Rubber Board is organizing a direct interaction with rubber tappers (KRTAs) in Kottayam. The event aims to facilitate direct…

DistrictKottayam28 September 2026

Kerala PSC to conduct major exams, including University Assistant Main, in October

The Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC) will conduct examinations for various posts in October. These exams include the University…

PoliticsKottayam28 September 2026

Kanayanur Local Family Meeting Held as Part of CPI(M) District Committee Meeting in Thrippunithura

The Kanayanur Local Family Meeting was held in Thrippunithura as part of the CPI(M) expanded District Committee Meeting scheduled for…

Faith & festivalsKottayam28 September 2026

Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church demands withdrawal of Jacobite faction from creating unrest in churches

The Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church demanded that the Jacobite faction withdraw from attempts to create unrest in churches where worship…

Faith & festivalsKottayam28 September 2026

Rubber Board to hold meeting with rubber tappers on September 29

The Rubber Board is organizing a meeting with rubber tappers (kRTA) to facilitate direct communication. The event is scheduled for Tuesday,…

DistrictKottayam28 September 2026

Muthukulam Jagadamma, a pioneering artist, transitioned from the spotlight to home

Muthukulam Jagadamma is a name that cannot be forgotten among the actresses who stepped into Malayalam cinema. She began her acting career…

PoliticsKottayam28 September 2026

By-elections in three local bodies/wards in Kottayam district today

By-elections are scheduled for three local bodies/wards in Kottayam district today. Voting will take place from 7 AM to 6 PM.

DistrictKottayam28 September 2026

Rotary Club of Kottayam East lays foundation for two houses

As part of the housing construction project implemented by the Rotary Club of Kottayam East, the foundation laying ceremony for two houses,…

DistrictKottayam28 September 2026

Bank strike withdrawn; social media filled with memes about lost holidays

Following the withdrawal of the three-day bank strike, social media is filled with memes. The content of the memes revolves around the…

Faith & festivalsKottayam28 September 2026

State Government to Dissolve Waqf Board, Remove Members

The state government is preparing to dissolve the Waqf Board and remove its members. The government plans to issue a notification after…

Faith & festivalsKottayam28 September 2026

Thousands participate in 'Run for Your Heart' marathon in Kottayam, featuring 'Kuttappi the Robot'

Over a thousand people participated in the 'Run for Your Heart' marathon, organized by Caritas Hospital and Institute of Health Science and…