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DistrictKottayam27 September 2026

Astrological predictions for various periods in Kottayam

The text provides astrological predictions for various periods, including Ashwathi, Bharani, Karthika, and Rohini. These predictions cover…

DistrictKottayam27 September 2026

Medical College Hospital Principal demands urgent action on stray dog menace

The Medical College Principal, Dr. Varghese Punnoose, requested the Collector to convene a meeting of Panchayat and Medical College…

Faith & festivalsKottayam27 September 2026

Amit Shah addresses Kerala's cooperative potential in Blue Economy, inaugurates various schemes

Central Minister Amit Shah stated that Kerala has great potential in the Blue Economy due to its large coastline and backwaters. He…

Faith & festivalsKottayam27 September 2026

KSRTC organizes Marian pilgrimage tour covering 8 churches including Kuravilangad and Vallarpadam

KSRTC is organizing a Marian pilgrimage tour in Pala, which includes a Holy Mass at Kuravilangad Church and visits to 8 Marian churches,…

DistrictKottayam26 September 2026

Demand for Police Clearance Certificate for Private Bus Staff Gains Momentum

The demand for implementing a police clearance certificate for private bus staff is gaining strength. This follows incidents of private bus…

Faith & festivalsKottayam26 September 2026

Thiruvonam Bumper Lottery contributes crores to Central Government treasury

The Thiruvonam bumper lottery, which sold 90 lakh tickets at the ₹500 rate, is expected to contribute crores to the central government as…

DistrictKottayam26 September 2026

Auto rickshaw overturns into pit in Mundakayam; no injuries reported

An auto rickshaw parked in Venanilathu, Mundakayam, overturned into a pit. The auto, owned by Mohanan, was found in the accident.…

CrimeKottayam26 September 2026

Youth arrested in Kottayam with MDMA, police say he was a key member of a drug distribution network

Gandhinagar police and the District Police Chief's anti-drug team arrested a young man from Thiruvathukal, Rony Roy (24), in Gandhinagar.…

DistrictKottayam26 September 2026

5th Kochi Marathon Registration Begins; Hybe Eden Hands Over First Bib

Registration for the 5th Kochi Marathon has begun. Hybe Eden handed over the first bib for the event.

CrimeKottayam26 September 2026

Dansasaf team catches drug smuggling gang after confrontation with police

The Dansasaf team successfully apprehended a drug smuggling gang that attempted to escape after attacking police officers. During the joint…

Faith & festivalsKottayam26 September 2026

New Leadership Appointed to Cultural Institutions

The government has appointed new leaders to various cultural and literary academies. Key appointments include Kalpatta Narayanan as Chairman…

Faith & festivalsKottayam26 September 2026

Vyalara Smrithi and Ganasandhya to be held in Erattupetta on September 27

The Vyalara Smrithi and Ganasandhya, organized jointly by the Ideal Public Library and Vyalara Ramavarma Memorial Trust, will take place at…

Faith & festivalsKottayam26 September 2026

Foundation stone laid for new block in Mutholath Nagar, Pala

The foundation stone laying ceremony for a new block is being conducted in Mutholath Nagar, Pala. The initiative is led by the Kottayam…

PoliticsKottayam26 September 2026

Former Kerala Chief Election Officer Tikaram Meena demands Gyanesh Kumar resigns, questions decisions on voter list forms

Former Kerala Chief Election Officer Tikaram Meena demanded that Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar resign due to loss of public…

DistrictKottayam26 September 2026

Video song released for 'It's a Medical Miracle' starring Sangeeth Pratap and Sharufudeen

The video song for 'It's a Medical Miracle', starring Sangeeth Pratap and Sharufudeen as central characters, has been released. The song…

Faith & festivalsKottayam26 September 2026

Kollam native Radhakrishnan Potti donates organs to save six lives

Following a brain death, Kollam native Radhakrishnan Potti's organs are being donated to six people. The donation includes two kidneys and a…

DistrictKottayam26 September 2026

Kollam native's organs to save six lives; government to establish Green Corridor to Kottayam Medical College

The organs of Kollam native Radhakrishnan Potty will be donated, including two kidneys and a liver, to save six lives. One kidney will be…

DistrictKottayam26 September 2026

Lottery ticket sales continue in Kottayam as people aim for 30 crore prize

People are keenly interested in winning the first prize of 30 crore rupees. Many regular lottery buyers have already purchased and saved…

Faith & festivalsKottayam26 September 2026

Hindu Aikya Vedi demands case against individual who allegedly defamed Sree Narayana Gurudevan

Hindu Aikya Vedi State Vice President E. S. Biju demanded that a case be registered against K. V. Subhash Peramangalam for allegedly…

PoliticsKottayam26 September 2026

Massadi controversy becomes setback; discontent in BJP intensifies

The BJP faced difficulties in the Massadi controversy after Shawn George revealed more names from Shashidharan Karth's diary. The BJP is…