https://kottayam.today Local news from Kottayam district en-IN https://kottayam.today/news/melukavu-anamaria-member-christ-cathedral-passes-away-battling-severehttps://kottayam.today/news/melukavu-anamaria-member-christ-cathedral-passes-away-battling-severe Anamaria, a member of Melukavu Christ Cathedral, passed away at Kottayam ESI Hospital. She was undergoing treatment for a severe liver ailment and was hospitalized after her health deteriorated this morning. The passing is a loss for the family and the local community.religion Kottayam Media Tue, 22 Sep 2026 08:01:19 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kangazha-anti-drug-awareness-program-organized-mundathanam-little-flowerhttps://kottayam.today/news/kangazha-anti-drug-awareness-program-organized-mundathanam-little-flower As part of the State Home Department's 'Operation Toofan' and Excise Department's 'Operation Thunder', an anti-drug awareness program was organized for students at Mundathanam Little Flower Vidyanikethan & Junior College in Kangazha. The program aimed to create awareness among children regarding the threats of increasing drug mafias and synthetic drugs. During the event, a special video screening and an anti-drug pledge were conducted by student representative Fiona Thangam Thomas.religion Sathyam Online Tue, 22 Sep 2026 07:44:23 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-high-court-seeks-clarification-government-regarding-thachankarihttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-high-court-seeks-clarification-government-regarding-thachankari The High Court sought clarification from the government regarding Thachankari's appeal to suspend the sentence in the illegal wealth accumulation case. The Kottayam Vigilance Court had previously found Thachankari guilty and sentenced him to four years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of 30.84 lakh rupees.other MediaOne Tue, 22 Sep 2026 07:26:34 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-dead-wild-boar-found-puthuppally-locals-concerned-about-menacehttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-dead-wild-boar-found-puthuppally-locals-concerned-about-menace A large wild boar was found dead in the Poomattam area near Puthuppally Panchayat. The carcass was discovered early Tuesday morning in front of a house belonging to Kunjumon. Although forest department officials were contacted, they instructed that the boar be buried in the nearby area due to its deceased condition. Locals noted that the wild boar menace is causing distress in Puthuppally and surrounding areas, with the animals frequently damaging crops at night.other Sathyam Online Tue, 22 Sep 2026 07:01:48 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-former-dgp-tomin-j-thachankari-remain-jail-illegal-wealthhttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-former-dgp-tomin-j-thachankari-remain-jail-illegal-wealth The High Court has postponed the hearing of the petition filed by former DGP Tomin J. Thachankari regarding the suspension of his sentence until Thursday. The state government strongly opposed the petition, stating it is a special case and requires a written objection. Tomin J. Thachankari was sentenced by the Kottayam Vigilance Court to four years' imprisonment and a fine of 31 lakhs rupees in the illegal wealth accumulation case.other Janayugom Tue, 22 Sep 2026 06:47:17 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-tomin-thachankari-remain-jail-high-court-hearing-stay-sentencehttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-tomin-thachankari-remain-jail-high-court-hearing-stay-sentence Former DGP Tomin J. Thachankari will continue to remain in the Poojappura Central Jail following the sentence passed by the Kottayam Vigilance Court in the illegal property accumulation case. The High Court has postponed the hearing regarding Thachankari's plea to stay the sentence and grant bail until Thursday. The state government strongly opposed Thachankari's plea, stating that the case is not ordinary and involves the misuse of high office.crime Sathyam Online Tue, 22 Sep 2026 06:45:25 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-native-dies-bahrain-due-heart-attackhttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-native-dies-bahrain-due-heart-attack A native of Kottayam passed away in Bahrain due to a heart attack.other Madhyamam Tue, 22 Sep 2026 06:45:24 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-excise-raids-kangazha-seize-290-liters-toddy-16-distilledhttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-excise-raids-kangazha-seize-290-liters-toddy-16-distilled During an excise raid conducted on Dry Day, the excise team arrested Saneesh in Kaniyanparambil house in Kangazha. Authorities recovered approximately 290 liters of toddy and 16 liters of distilled liquor, along with liquor paraphernalia, from the terrace of the house. Saneesh was reportedly selling the liquor at a rate of 800 rupees per liter.other Sathyam Online Tue, 22 Sep 2026 06:36:44 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-government-opposes-plea-suspend-sentence-illegal-wealthhttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-government-opposes-plea-suspend-sentence-illegal-wealth The government strongly opposed the plea filed by former DGP Tomin J Thachankary to suspend his sentence in the illegal wealth accumulation case. The High Court has adjourned the hearing of Thachankary's petition to Thursday. The court convicted him to four years of imprisonment and a fine of 31 lakh rupees. The government stated that the case is special and cannot be handled in a normal manner.crime Samakalika Malayalam Tue, 22 Sep 2026 06:04:25 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-kerala-congress-joseph-faction-files-complaint-against-t-nhttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-kerala-congress-joseph-faction-files-complaint-against-t-n The Kerala Congress Joseph faction filed a complaint with KPCI regarding Congress leader T.N. Prathapan's support for Irinjalakuda MLA Thomas Unniadaran. The complaint alleges that Prathapan questioned why Thomas Unniadaran was not made a minister or given the post of Chief Whip. The Joseph faction stated that Prathapan's comments were directed at Party Chairmen P.J. Joseph and his son.politics Sathyam Online Tue, 22 Sep 2026 05:53:47 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/parathodu-wild-boars-raid-residential-areas-destroying-crops-taro-bananahttps://kottayam.today/news/parathodu-wild-boars-raid-residential-areas-destroying-crops-taro-banana A group of wild boars has caused severe damage to crops of taro and banana in the Parathodu Puramutti areas of Parathodu Panchayat. The boars destroyed crops across acres of land in residential areas. Farmers are demanding immediate action to shoot and eliminate the wild boars, citing the severe impact on their livelihoods.other Sathyam Online Tue, 22 Sep 2026 05:41:44 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-funeral-ceremony-anmary-mathew-killed-california-held-todayhttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-funeral-ceremony-anmary-mathew-killed-california-held-today The funeral ceremony for Anmary Mathew, who was killed in California, takes place today in Kottayam. The body was placed for public viewing at St. Ignatius Jacobaya Church (Kalluparambil) at 10 AM. The funeral rites will begin at 12 PM. The bodies of the two Malayali women, Anmary Mathew (40) and Anjana Hari (35), were brought to Kerala from California, USA.religion TV9 Malayalam Tue, 22 Sep 2026 05:07:00 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/pala-estate-woman-watchman-found-deadhttps://kottayam.today/news/pala-estate-woman-watchman-found-dead A woman watchman from the Harrison Malayalam estate was found dead in Pala, Thrissur. An apparent suicide note was also found at the scene.crime TrueVision News Tue, 22 Sep 2026 04:57:55 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/pala-woman-found-dead-pilli-alleged-workplace-harassment-searchhttps://kottayam.today/news/pala-woman-found-dead-pilli-alleged-workplace-harassment-search The body of the woman was found during a search that began after she was reported missing from work yesterday. The complaint alleges suicide due to workplace harassment.crime MediaOne Tue, 22 Sep 2026 04:41:03 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/poonjar-elderly-man-dies-landslidehttps://kottayam.today/news/poonjar-elderly-man-dies-landslide A 80-year-old man named Chelakkattu Joseph died in a landslide caused by heavy rain in Peringulam Uravaplavil, Poonjar.other Manorama Online Tue, 22 Sep 2026 03:55:36 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-online-transfer-industrial-training-department-stalled-unionhttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-online-transfer-industrial-training-department-stalled-union The online transfer of the Industrial Training Institute (ITI) department has been allegedly stalled by a section of employees. Despite the notification for the 2026 general transfer being issued six months ago, the final list has not been published, leaving employees in uncertainty. The delay is reportedly linked to the interests of certain union leaders who have aligned themselves with the new administration.other Janmabhumi Tue, 22 Sep 2026 03:36:07 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-women-empowerment-caterers-meet-held-kodumbidihttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-women-empowerment-caterers-meet-held-kodumbidi The Women's Empowerment Caterers Meet is being organized by the Kottayam District Committee, Visib Kodumbidi, and Pala Regional Committee of the All Kerala Caterers Association (AKCA). The event will take place tomorrow, September 22, at 10 AM at the Kodumbidi Visib Auditorium. AKCA State President Elias Zakaria will preside over the function, and renowned film star Darshana S. Nair will inaugurate it.other Kottayam Media Tue, 22 Sep 2026 03:06:07 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-power-outage-scheduled-various-parts-today-22-09-2026https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-power-outage-scheduled-various-parts-today-22-09-2026 Power will be cut from 9 am to 5 pm today (22-09-2026) in the areas covered by the Thrikkoothamangalam Ambalam, Thrikkom LPS, and Kottayam Kadavu transformers. This outage affects various parts of Kottayam.other Manorama Online Tue, 22 Sep 2026 02:53:42 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-father-buried-under-debris-landslidehttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-father-buried-under-debris-landslide A son watched helplessly as his father was buried under debris during a landslide in Kottayam.other Mathrubhumi English Tue, 22 Sep 2026 02:43:08 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-light-relief-heavy-rain-rural-areas-eerattupetta-vagamon-roadhttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-light-relief-heavy-rain-rural-areas-eerattupetta-vagamon-road Light relief from heavy rain has been observed in the rural areas of Kottayam. The water level in Meenachil River has also dropped, reducing the threat of flooding. Following the removal of accumulated mud and debris by authorities, traffic on the Eerattupetta-Vagamon Road has been restored to normal. However, the possibility of landslides and flash floods remains if the rain intensifies again.other Sathyam Online Tue, 22 Sep 2026 02:36:14 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-evergreen-classic-thenmavinte-kombathu-returns-theaters-newhttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-evergreen-classic-thenmavinte-kombathu-returns-theaters-new The evergreen classic Malayalam film 'Thenmavinte Kombathu', released in 1994 featuring Mohanlal and Priyadarshan, is returning to theaters. The film, which was re-edited in 4K visuals and Dolby Atmos sound technology, will be re-released globally on October 1, 2026. The movie, which was originally released on May 13, 1994, stars Mohanlal, Shobhana, and Nedumudi Venu.religion Kottayam Media Tue, 22 Sep 2026 02:25:34 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-kerala-hc-directs-state-enact-laws-legal-heirship-certificateshttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-kerala-hc-directs-state-enact-laws-legal-heirship-certificates The Kerala High Court held that the state should consider enacting a law or framing rules for issuing legal heirship certificates. The court quashed an order by a village officer that rejected an application for such a certificate. The order was issued on a petition filed by Baby Kurian of Kottayam, who challenged the Kottayam taluk tahsildar's rejection.other The New Indian Express Tue, 22 Sep 2026 01:57:45 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-appeal-against-vigilance-court-sentence-heard-high-todayhttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-appeal-against-vigilance-court-sentence-heard-high-today Tomin J. Thachankari has filed an appeal in the High Court today challenging the sentence passed by the Kottayam Vigilance Court in an illegal wealth accumulation case. He seeks the High Court to stay the sentence and grant interim bail. Thachankari argues that the assets in question are family property and were not illegally accumulated, citing alleged legal flaws in the trial court's verdict.other Sathyam Online Tue, 22 Sep 2026 01:34:58 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-government-may-take-decision-today-masappadi-case-consideringhttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-government-may-take-decision-today-masappadi-case-considering The government may take a decisive decision today based on a letter from the Enforcement Directorate regarding the Masappadi case. Discussions are underway between Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan and Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala to decide on forming a Special Investigation Team. The government will proceed with further actions after considering the ED's letter and the legal advice.politics Kottayam Media Tue, 22 Sep 2026 01:21:07 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-imd-warns-potential-flash-floods-cloudbursts-strong-windshttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-imd-warns-potential-flash-floods-cloudbursts-strong-winds The IMD warned that flash floods, cloudbursts, and strong winds are still possible in the state due to climate change. The central IMD center head, Dr. Nitha K. Gopal, issued the warning. The IMD predicts rain is possible until September 25, and a yellow alert has been declared for various districts.other Janmabhumi Tue, 22 Sep 2026 00:54:45 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/pala-mini-lorry-rolls-damages-house-wall-nelliyanihttps://kottayam.today/news/pala-mini-lorry-rolls-damages-house-wall-nelliyani A mini lorry rolled and damaged a private house wall in Pala Nelliyani last night. The accident happened when the driver, who had engaged the handbrake, stepped out to buy cigarettes. The vehicle rolled forward down the slope, hitting the boundary wall of a private house parked on the right side of the road. No injuries were reported as vehicles were not coming from the opposite direction and no pedestrians were present.other Kottayam Media Tue, 22 Sep 2026 00:44:51 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-landslide-victim-joseph-laid-rest-perilingual-thiruhudayahttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-landslide-victim-joseph-laid-rest-perilingual-thiruhudaya Joseph, who died in a landslide caused by heavy rain, was cremated at Perilingual Thiruhudaya Church. The body of Sangeetha Arulali, a native of Thiruvallur in Thamazhnad, was taken by her relatives. Post-mortem procedures for both individuals were completed at the PDO Shahin Ramakrishnan in Pala General Hospital. Dignitaries including Joseph Mani, Rani M.P., MLA Mani C.appan, and E.J. Sebastian paid their last respects to the deceased. The state government also paid respects to both individuals at Pala PDO.other Sathyam Online Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:58:56 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-funeral-rites-two-malayali-women-killed-california-completedhttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-funeral-rites-two-malayali-women-killed-california-completed The body of Anjana Hari (35) and Anne Mary (40), Malayali women killed in California, were received by relatives at Kochi International Airport on Monday morning. Anjana's body was brought to Mudikot after viewing at a public place in Peechi Vilangannoor and was cremated at her home premises in the afternoon. Anne Mary's body was taken to a house in Kurichy, Kottayam, belonging to the husband, Jacob Andrew. The cremation for Anne Mary will take place tomorrow at Pallam St. Ignatius Yakobaya Church. Anila Baby, a native of Moonnilavu, Erattupetta, who was arrested in the murder, is currently in jail.religion Janmabhumi Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:51:18 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kuravilangad-police-locate-return-23-year-old-man-mental-challengeshttps://kottayam.today/news/kuravilangad-police-locate-return-23-year-old-man-mental-challenges Kuravilangad police located and returned a 23-year-old man with mental challenges and memory loss, who had been missing since Bihar. The police, led by SI Goutham Hari, found the man, Ranjith Kumar Yadav, a native of Bahoon in Bihar, after receiving a complaint that an unfamiliar youth was sleeping at the Kuravilangad Union Bank ATM counter. The police subsequently returned the man to his relatives after confirming his identity with the help of the Bahadurgarh police and Grama Sachiv of Bahoon, Bihar.other Sathyam Online Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:50:31 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-medical-college-social-media-star-renu-sudhi-health-conditionhttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-medical-college-social-media-star-renu-sudhi-health-condition Reality show star Sharika K.B. announced that social media star Renu Sudhi, who is undergoing treatment for cancer, has deteriorated. She shared an Instagram reel stating that Renu has been admitted to the ICU at Kottayam Medical College after completing her fifth chemotherapy session. Sharika mentioned that Renu's platelet count dropped significantly last night, leading to her admission.other Kerala Online News Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:30:28 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/pala-book-vedantic-ethics-leadership-adv-mohanadas-launchedhttps://kottayam.today/news/pala-book-vedantic-ethics-leadership-adv-mohanadas-launched The English book 'Vedantic Ethics in Leadership' by Adv. Mohanadas Pala was launched by V K Sreekandan MP to Sahityakaran Mundoor Nethumadhavan. MP Pramadan conducted the book introduction. The ceremony took place at the Top In Town Suryarasmi Auditorium.other Sathyam Online Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:25:47 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-bihar-man-found-sleeping-atm-counter-moved-mariyasadanamhttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-bihar-man-found-sleeping-atm-counter-moved-mariyasadanam A Bihar native man, Ranjith Kumar Yadav (23), was found sleeping in an ATM counter at Kuravilangad. He was initially admitted to Pala Mariyasadanam, a rehabilitation center, after being found by bank officials. Following an investigation by Kuravilangad Police, his relatives were located and he was medically examined at the Kuravilangad Taluk Headquarters Hospital. He was subsequently returned to his native place with the care of his siblings and sister-in-law.other Kottayam Media Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:43:01 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kanjirappally-k-t-g-demands-withdrawal-mdr-upi-transactions-above-2-000https://kottayam.today/news/kanjirappally-k-t-g-demands-withdrawal-mdr-upi-transactions-above-2-000 The Kerala Textile and Garments Dealers Welfare Association (K.T.G.A) Kottayam District Committee demanded the immediate withdrawal of the central government's decision to impose MDR on UPI transactions exceeding ₹2,000. The protest was held at the Kanjirappally BSNL office, where K.T.G.A District President George Kudalli inaugurated the gathering. Leaders stated that imposing additional charges on UPI transactions would create a major financial burden, especially for small traders.other Kottayam Media Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:03:42 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-floating-solar-project-faces-hurdles-due-high-costs-technicalhttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-floating-solar-project-faces-hurdles-due-high-costs-technical While considering a floating solar project as a solution to the power crisis, implementation faces challenges. The cost of floating solar is estimated to be 10 to 15 percent higher than land-based solar stations. The project also faces complexities related to anchoring systems, water level changes, strong winds, maintenance, and electricity transmission.other Sathyam Online Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:01:54 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-bodies-landslip-victims-district-handed-relativeshttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-bodies-landslip-victims-district-handed-relatives Minister for Water Resources and Housing Mons Joseph, Anto Antony MP, and MLAs Mani C. Kappan and N.J. Sebastian paid their last respects to the victims.other The Hindu Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:57:37 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-gas-cylinder-connections-stalled-seven-months-forcing-residentshttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-gas-cylinder-connections-stalled-seven-months-forcing-residents New domestic cooking gas connections have been stalled for seven months. Due to the lack of connections, residents are forced to spend up to ₹3000 on commercial cylinders. The central government is said to intervene for companies to allocate necessary cylinders to agents.other Sathyam Online Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:46:39 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-political-parties-meet-regarding-district-panchayat-electionhttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-political-parties-meet-regarding-district-panchayat-election Political parties met under the chairmanship of District Collector Chethan Kumar Meenai regarding the by-election scheduled for September 28 in the Thrikkodithanam division. The district collector instructed party representatives to maintain the model code of conduct concerning the election in the four grama panchayats—Madappally-6, Paippad-17, Thrikkodithanam-22, and Vazhappadali-2. The by-election will be held on September 28, with results announced on the 29th.religion Kerala Online News Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:46:20 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-cochin-university-director-addresses-need-public-participationhttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-cochin-university-director-addresses-need-public-participation Dr. Abhilash S, Director of Atmospheric Radar Research at Cochin University of Science and Technology, addressed the need for disaster management and prevention to be more public. During the discussion held in Poonjar, he emphasized that maintaining and strengthening the rain river monitoring warning system is crucial. Panchayat presidents and members also spoke, including Minarvwa Mohanan, president of Poonjar Thekkekara Panchayat, and Bincy Tommy, president of Melukavu Panchayat.religion Kottayam Media Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:43:43 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-14-5-crore-special-road-safety-project-approved-sabarimalahttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-14-5-crore-special-road-safety-project-approved-sabarimala Kerala Minister C.P. John announced that the Kerala Road Safety Authority has approved a special road safety project worth ₹14.5 crore. This project aims to ensure safe and accident-free travel for pilgrims and the general public. The safety measures will be implemented across pilgrimage routes in Kottayam, Idukki, Kollam, Muvattupuzha, and Pathanamthitta PWD divisions, as well as the Kottarakkara KSP division in Ponkunnam.religion Kerala Online News Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:38:44 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-devotees-gather-wednesday-witness-rare-phenomenon-sun-passinghttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-devotees-gather-wednesday-witness-rare-phenomenon-sun-passing Devotees will gather on Wednesday to witness the rare phenomenon of the sun passing through the gopuram gates of Padmanabha Swamy Temple. The 'Vishuvam' phenomenon, visible only twice a year, will be witnessed by devotees, including many who will reach the temple on Wednesday. The temple premises will witness this amazing sight on Wednesday, as sun rays pass through the gates. Devotees are waiting for the amazing sight when the sun sets behind the gopuram.religion Kottayam Media Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:27:30 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-adoor-si-suspended-unholy-nexus-history-sheeterhttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-adoor-si-suspended-unholy-nexus-history-sheeter A departmental inquiry found that Mr. Jinu took along Sarath, who had been booked under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act, to assist the police team in apprehending an accused.crime The Hindu Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:16:00 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-milk-production-declines-cattle-feed-prices-rise-dairy-farmershttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-milk-production-declines-cattle-feed-prices-rise-dairy-farmers Dairy farmers in Kottayam face challenges as milk production declines and cattle feed prices rise. Due to increased heat in September, milk yield has significantly dropped, with some cows producing 2 to 4 liters less daily than the usual 16 to 20 liters. The cost of feed has increased, with Kerala Feeds Dairy Rich Plus cattle feed rising by ₹70, making the 50 kg packet cost ₹1644.other Sathyam Online Mon, 21 Sep 2026 11:05:42 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-rotary-club-samarpana-charitable-organization-organize-freehttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-rotary-club-samarpana-charitable-organization-organize-free The Rotary Club of Kottayam and Samarpana Charitable Organization jointly organized a free medical camp for the residents of Navajeevan Trust in Kottayam.other Manorama Online Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:58:37 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-association-provides-financial-aid-family-deceased-accidenthttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-association-provides-financial-aid-family-deceased-accident The Kottayam Kerala Vyapari Vyavasayi Ekopanana Samithi provided financial aid of seven lakh rupees to the family of Jayadas Chelladure. The aid was given to the family of Jayadas Chelladure, who died in a vehicle accident in Kanakkari.other Manorama Online Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:37:43 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/poonjar-thekkekara-perimalathu-man-dies-landslide-family-members-rescuedhttps://kottayam.today/news/poonjar-thekkekara-perimalathu-man-dies-landslide-family-members-rescued A landslide occurred at Perimalathu, resulting in the death of Joseph (Appachan - 80). The incident happened last night at 7:30 PM, when Joseph and his two children were at home. Local residents and teams including the Erattupetta Fire Force, Team Emergency, and Erattupetta Police arrived at the site for search operations.other Sathyam Online Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:21:18 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-all-kerala-caterers-association-state-conference-beginhttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-all-kerala-caterers-association-state-conference-begin The All Kerala Caterers Association's two-day state conference is scheduled to begin in Kottayam on the 28th and 29th. State committee member P. Joy informed the press club in Kannur that the event will be inaugurated by Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala. The association also raised concerns regarding the tax on digital transactions and the price fluctuations of essential goods like rice and pulses.other Kerala Online News Mon, 21 Sep 2026 09:56:21 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/pala-edwin-withdraws-match-giving-victory-opponenthttps://kottayam.today/news/pala-edwin-withdraws-match-giving-victory-opponent During the CISCE Regional Karate Championship (U-19) held yesterday, Edwin Koottaparambil from Ramapuram Pala displayed sportsmanship. He withdrew from the match, giving the victory to his opponent who had suffered an unexpected injury and could not continue the game.religion Kottayam Media Mon, 21 Sep 2026 09:13:37 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-major-path-sabarimala-pilgrims-remains-damaged-despite-100https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-major-path-sabarimala-pilgrims-remains-damaged-despite-100 Sabarimala pilgrims will again face difficulties traveling on this road. The government had allocated ₹100 crore for the project.religion Kerala Kaumudi Mon, 21 Sep 2026 08:53:33 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/pala-police-raid-262-packets-prohibited-tobacco-products-seized-casehttps://kottayam.today/news/pala-police-raid-262-packets-prohibited-tobacco-products-seized-case Police conducted a raid at Ramapuram Poovakkulam, seizing 262 packets of prohibited tobacco products from a housewife. The seizure occurred at Nirmala Ravi's house and an adjacent shop in Poovakkulam Vachal. The raid was conducted by Ramapuram Police, led by CI Richard Varghese, following a directive from Pala Deputy Superintendent of Police. Police stated that the area would see intensified checks to prevent the sale of illicit substances.crime Sathyam Online Mon, 21 Sep 2026 08:48:22 GMT https://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-orange-tree-mattakkara-yields-thousands-fruitshttps://kottayam.today/news/kottayam-orange-tree-mattakkara-yields-thousands-fruits An orange tree in the backyard of George Joseph's house in Paduva Mattakkara, Kottayam, yielded thousands of fruits, drawing attention among locals.other Manorama Online Mon, 21 Sep 2026 08:32:43 GMT