Kerala

The Kerala Story 2: Kerala HC seeks special screening, says teaser and trailer portray state ‘Wrongly’

The Kerala High Court ordered a private screening of The Kerala Story 2 following concerns over its trailer. Judges noted the film potentially misrepresents Keralites ahead of its February 27 release.

OPINION | Will Kerala’s 2026 assembly election be Pinarayi Vijayan’s last stand?

Local body polls show that UDF is in pole position. LDF hasn’t given up hope because many margins were narrow, but the weight of anti-incumbency may be hard to overcome

Meet Cocobot – This 11-kilogram robotic device is designed to climb 20-metre palm trees of Kerala

Developed by young engineers in Kerala, Cocobot is a coconut-harvesting robot designed to climb 20-metre palm trees and cut ripe fruit safely from the ground.

Final electoral roll published in Kerala after SIR; around 9 lakhs names removed

According to data released by the ECI at a press meet on Friday, the revised electoral roll has 2,69,53,644 voters, compared to 2,78,50,855 before the Special Intensive Revision began in October last year.

FM Sitharaman rebuts states’ divisible pool concerns, highlights higher interest-free capex loans

Finance Minister says only net tax proceeds are shareable; pegs effective capex at Rs 17.1 lakh crore

Why Kerala may continue to see higher inflation even under the new CPI series

A key factor is the relatively high weight of non-food expenditure in Kerala’s inflation basket. At roughly 66%, non-food items account for a larger share than in most states

After 10 Years, Kerala’s “known” dragonfly species named as Lyriothemis keralensis by scientists

Scientists have identified a previously unknown dragonfly species in Kerala’s agricultural lands. Named as Lyriothemis keralensis, it thrives outside forests, especially in Rubber and Pineapple plantations challenging conservation ideas.

OPINION | The long shadow of political violence against RSS in Kerala

RSSFACTS: Rajya Sabha member C Sadanandan Master recalled a brutal political attack. His testimony highlighted decades of violence against RSS workers in Kerala and ongoing ideological clashes

WATCH: Local boy Sanju Samson gets massive support from Kerala crowd but India star's miseries continue

Sanju Samson's poor run of form continued in the fifth and final T20I against New Zealand.

Kerala assembly polls: Twenty20 party to officially join NDA in presence of PM Modi on Friday, says Rajeev Chandrasekhar

Chandrasekhar also announced that Sabu M Jacob's party will officially join the NDA in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, when the PM visits Thiruvananthapuram on Friday.

India in Davos 2026: Ten states woo investors at the World Economic Forum as a new world order takes shape

56th World Economic Forum (WEF): India’s delegation is one of its largest ever at Davos, with ten state governments joining central leaders and top business executives.

On cam: Two Kerala tourists drown after slipping into frozen Sela Lake in Arunachal Pradesh

The body of one of them was recovered, while a search was underway to trace the other.

A rare "fishing spider" discovered in Kerala streams, showing ecosystem's vital role

Scientists in Kerala have discovered a rare fishing spider that hunts fish in forest streams. The unique species reveals hidden biodiversity and highlights the importance of protecting clean freshwater ecosystems.

8 underrated winter sun destinations that are surprisingly warm

Escape the winter blues with these 8 underrated winter sun destinations. From Kerala to Brazil, discover warm, sunny spots perfect for a January getaway.

Language row over 'imposition': Why Kerala's Malayalam bill has Karnataka worried

One of the most contentious aspects of the Bill relates to schooling. The legislation makes Malayalam the compulsory first language from Classes 1 to 10 in Kerala syllabus schools.

Remittance-based economy cannot benefit Kerala: Union Minister Amit Shah

Amit Shah said the BJP had envisioned a developed Kerala and that the state was endowed with immense potential.

Seven RSS-BJP activists get life term for CPI(M) leader’s murder

The case relates to the murder of CPI(M) local leader Latheesh, who was hacked to death on December 31, 2008, at Thalayi near Thalassery.

Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram becomes India’s leading emerging destination for foreigners; Indore tops the trending list

Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram is winning global attention as India’s top emerging destination, while Indore leads the country’s domestic travel surge. Booking trends show travellers are looking beyond familiar hotspots to explore peaceful beaches, heritage-rich cities and exciting new urban escapes for their 2026 holidays.

Plan your 2026 escape now: 26 destinations you can’t afford to miss

Discover 26 must-visit destinations for 2026 that promise unforgettable experiences, from serene islands and cultural cities to wildlife adventures. Explore Marrakech, Bali, Kerala, Palawan, and more, where travel slows down, moments linger, and memories last a lifetime. Plan your ultimate 2026 escape now!