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DistrictKottayam22 September 2026

High-level meeting to revive Kottayam Skywalk construction; completion targeted within 18 months

A high-level meeting, led by Legislative Speaker Thiruvanchoor Radha Krishnan and Minister C.P. John, is scheduled for tomorrow at the…

DistrictKottayam22 September 2026

Jersey and Terracotta Medal Launched for Rubber City Run Marathon

The Home Department Minister Ramesh Chennithala launched the jersey and medal for the Rubber City Run Marathon. This marathon is being…

Faith & festivalsKottayam22 September 2026

Local Holiday Declared for Three Taluks Due to 28th Ochirra Onam Celebration

Local holidays have been declared for the Karunagapally, Karthikapally, and Mavellikara taluks. This is part of the 28th Ochirra Onam…

Faith & festivalsKottayam22 September 2026

High Court tells Thachankari that law will be implemented without discrimination, even for high-ranking officials

While hearing the appeal filed by Thachankari against the Kottayam Vigilance Court order, the High Court stated that 'the law is not weak,…

PoliticsKottayam22 September 2026

P.A. Muhammed Riyas comments on Masappadi case investigation

P.A. Muhammed Riyas MLA appeared following the government's decision to prepare for an investigation based on the ED's letter regarding the…

DistrictKottayam22 September 2026

Man Dies After Being Hit by Truck and Run Over by Tyres Near Kottayam Mariyappalli Junction

A man aged 70 died in a vehicle accident near Mariyappalli junction in Kottayam. He was traveling by scooter towards Kottayam when

Faith & festivalsKottayam22 September 2026

Ahaana Krishna's Red Kanchipuram Silk Saree Captures Attention

Ahaana Krishna's wedding pictures drew attention to her red Kanchipuram silk saree. The saree, which combined traditional South Indian…

PoliticsKottayam22 September 2026

P.A. Muhammed Riyas MLA: Public will discuss ED investigation report

P.A. Muhammed Riyas MLA stated to the media that he will face the issue with full confidence. He added that the public will discuss the…

Faith & festivalsKottayam22 September 2026

High Court grants two days to government to file affidavit on suspension of sentence in property accumulation case

The High Court granted the government two days to file an affidavit regarding the request by former DGP Tomin Thachankari to temporarily…

DistrictKottayam22 September 2026

Wild boars destroy crops in Parathanam Purampetti

Wild boars entered the Janavas residential area in Parathanam Purampetti, Parathanam Panchayat, Mundakayam. They extensively destroyed the…

DistrictKottayam22 September 2026

High Court seeks clarification from government regarding Thachankari's appeal in illegal wealth accumulation case

The High Court sought clarification from the government regarding Thachankari's appeal to suspend the sentence in the illegal wealth…

DistrictKottayam22 September 2026

Dead wild boar found in Puthuppally; locals concerned about wild boar menace

A large wild boar was found dead in the Poomattam area near Puthuppally Panchayat. The carcass was discovered early Tuesday morning in front…

DistrictKottayam22 September 2026

Former DGP Tomin J. Thachankari to remain in jail over illegal wealth accumulation case

The High Court has postponed the hearing of the petition filed by former DGP Tomin J. Thachankari regarding the suspension of his sentence…

CrimeKottayam22 September 2026

Tomin Thachankari to remain in Thachankari Jail; High Court hearing on stay of sentence postponed

Former DGP Tomin J. Thachankari will continue to remain in the Poojappura Central Jail following the sentence passed by the Kottayam…

DistrictKottayam22 September 2026

Kottayam Native Dies in Bahrain Due to Heart Attack

A native of Kottayam passed away in Bahrain due to a heart attack.

DistrictKottayam22 September 2026

Excise raids in Kangazha seize 290 liters of toddy and 16 liters of distilled liquor

During an excise raid conducted on Dry Day, the excise team arrested Saneesh in Kaniyanparambil house in Kangazha. Authorities recovered…

CrimeKottayam22 September 2026

Government opposes plea to suspend sentence in illegal wealth accumulation case

The government strongly opposed the plea filed by former DGP Tomin J Thachankary to suspend his sentence in the illegal wealth accumulation…

PoliticsKottayam22 September 2026

Kerala Congress Joseph faction files complaint against T.N. Prathapan regarding Thomas Unniadaran

The Kerala Congress Joseph faction filed a complaint with KPCI regarding Congress leader T.N. Prathapan's support for Irinjalakuda MLA…

Faith & festivalsKottayam22 September 2026

Funeral ceremony for Anmary Mathew, killed in California, held today in Kottayam

The funeral ceremony for Anmary Mathew, who was killed in California, takes place today in Kottayam. The body was placed for public viewing…

DistrictKottayam22 September 2026

Online transfer of Industrial Training Department stalled; union leaders accused of interference

The online transfer of the Industrial Training Institute (ITI) department has been allegedly stalled by a section of employees. Despite the…