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Kerala
Eminent oncologist Dr M Krishnan Nair passes away

The Padma Shri recipient, was the founding director of Regional Cancer Centre, was 81.
Kerala
Three landslides in Kottayam's Erumeli, widespread destruction reported

The landslides occurred in Angel Valley Junction, Pallipadi and Valayathupatti areas of Erumeli panchayat.
Sports
IPL: Old teams can retain four players

The two new teams -- Lucknow and Ahmedabad -- will be able to acquire three players from the rest of the player pool ahead of the auction, a report said.
Entertainment
Domin Dsilva reveals how Prithviraj was roped in for a cameo in 'Star'

Star is also an incredible family drama in which Joju and Sheelu act as a married couple.

VIDEO

Mountain Shadows in Wayanad is just the place for a dreamy vacation

Sports
T20 World Cup: Australia put Lanka in to bat

Sri Lanka made one change to their playing eleven, bringing in spinner Mahesh Theekshana in place of pacer Binura Fernando. Australia have fielded an unchanged team.
News
India extends Covid-19 containment measures till Nov 30 ahead of festive season

Centre extended the nationwide COVID-19 containment measures till November 30 as there has been localised spread of the virus in a few states.
Travel
Maldives records over 1L tourist arrivals in October

India and Russia were the biggest sources of tourist arrivals for the Maldives, accounting for 23 per cent and 19 per cent of all arrivals, respectively.
Sports
Barcelona name Sergi Barjuan as interim manager

Koeman was sacked after Barca's 1-0 loss to Rayo Vallecano on Wednesday, their fourth defeat in six games in all competitions.

VIDEO

Kerala Rains: Mundakkayam people recollect landslide horror

Mountain Shadows for a dreamy vacation

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Kerala News

Kerala Rains: Mundakkayam people recollect landslide horror

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Kerala News

Call of the Wild: Tribal communities of Gavi and their Makka Doctor

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Kerala News

Part 1: Why does Kerala experience floods, landslides and cloudbursts regularly?

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Kerala News

Part 2: Why does Kerala experience floods, landslides and cloudbursts regularly?

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Kerala News

Part 3: Why does Kerala experience floods, landslides and cloudbursts regularly?

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Kerala
COVID-19: 7,738 cases in Kerala on Thursday, death toll crosses 30K

There are 211 wards in 158 local bodies across Kerala where the Weekly Infection Population Ratio is above 10 per cent.
Videos
Part 3 : Why does Kerala experience floods, landslides and cloudbursts regularly?

Environmental scientist Dr T V Sajeev and weather scientist Dr S Abhilash share their thoughts on the extreme weather phenomenon in Kerala.
Food
Diwali special Mysore pak

It is one of the popular sweets that are exchanged during the Diwali festival.
Videos
Part 2 : Why does Kerala experience floods, landslides and cloudbursts regularly?

Environmental scientist Dr T V Sajeev and weather scientist Dr S Abhilash share their thoughts on the extreme weather phenomenon in Kerala.

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SPORTS

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IPL: Old teams can retain four players
T20 World Cup: Australia put Lanka in to bat
Barcelona name Sergi Barjuan as interim manager
Pakistan can't lower guard against fearless Afghanistan: Saqlain

LifeStyle
Why this luxury home in Mysuru continues to charm Keralites

Designed in 6145 sqft, the mesmerizing mansion has a sit-out, formal and family living areas, dining space, courtyard, kitchen with work area, four bedrooms and an upper living area.
Videos
Part 1 : Why does Kerala experience floods, landslides and cloudbursts regularly?

Environmental scientist Dr T V Sajeev and weather scientist Dr S Abhilash share their thoughts on the extreme weather phenomenon in Kerala.
News
Bombay HC grants bail to Aryan Khan in cruise drugs case

Senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi, appearing for Aryan Khan, argued that the arrest was a direct infringement of constitutional provisions.
News
BJP not going anywhere, problem is with Rahul: Prashant Kishor

Kishor said that the BJP will be at the centre of Indian politics for years, it wins or loses, much like the Congress in the first 40 years after Independence.

Vantage Point

Column | Recipe for success in T20 World Cup

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FOOD

Your little guide to a great culinary experience!

Diwali special Mysore pak
What's on leaders' plates at Aluva Palace
Chef Davinder Kumar shares 150 recipes to reduce waste by using vegetable scraps
CV Balakrishnan recalls his childhood when he enjoyed Kannur special fish dishes

Kerala
Govt downgrades Satheesan's security to 'Y-Plus', no more police escort

VD Satheesan's security was scaled down based on the recommendations of the Security Review Committee.
Kerala
Man drives car for 2km on Ottapalam road with youth clinging on to bonnet

The police said that they would recommend to the Motor Vehicles Department to suspend Usman’s driving licence.
Kerala
Kerala allotted just two trains even as 99 were announced nationwide in 2019-20

The Chennai-Kollam Express and the Kochuveli-Nilambur Rajya Rani Express were the only two trains that were allotted during this period.
Kerala
Hereafter, aid from CM's relief fund will be credited in your account in 100 hours

While admitting that the amount currently given from the CM's relief fund is inadequate, Pinarayi Vijayan said there is a plan to hike the solatium.

ENTERTAINMENT

Latest Buzz from the Entertainment World.

Domin Dsilva reveals how Prithviraj was roped in for a cameo in 'Star'
From Bunty Aur Babli 2 to Shamshera: Prime Video to stream movies from Yash Raj Films
Minnal Murali trailer: Superhero born from a lightning
5 reasons we can’t wait for Suriya’s Jai Bhim, coming up this Diwali on Prime Video

Podcast
COP26 and Kerala Podcast Ep 3: What's at stake at the Glasgow summit?

COP26 Glasgow summit holds significance due to the alarming predictions outlined by an IPCC report released last August.
Sports
Pakistan can't lower guard against fearless Afghanistan: Saqlain

Pakistan have kick-started their Twenty20 World Cup campaign by winning both their grudge matches against India and New Zealand.
Sports
T20 World Cup: Black Caps expect Guptill to be fit for India clash

Guptill suffered a crushing blow to his left toe from a Haris Rauf delivery just before he was dismissed for 17 during New Zealand's five-wicket loss to Pakistan on Tuesday.
Kerala
This Kerala govt officer's artsy signature has become a social media sensation

Thirty-five years after he crafted his signature as a Class 10 student, Jayan is bemused to see the attention his personal identification mark is getting.

TRAVEL

Unleash the wanderlust in you!

Maldives records over 1L tourist arrivals in October
Muchukunnu beckons travellers with hookahs, virgin forests and much more
Kerala makes registration must for adventure tourism activities
Do you commute by train? Then read this - train timings will change from Nov 1

Kerala
Bineesh Kodiyeri granted bail in money laundering case a year after arrest

Arrested in an alleged drug case, he has been arraigned as the fourth accused by the Enforcement Directorate (ED).
Kerala
Mullaperiyar Dam: Maintain water level at 139.5 ft until Nov 11, rules SC

Kerala has been asked to file an affidavit on or before November 8. The state had been contending the rule curve of 142 ft set by Tamil Nadu.
Sports
I'm deeply sorry for all the hurt, confusion and anger: De Kock

De Kock, who also revealed he has mixed race family, said he meant no disrespect and "would love nothing more than to play cricket for my country again".
Kerala
This family is first on the danger line when floodgates of Mullaperiyar Dam are opened

Mary Ishukutty and her family members are concerned more than anyone else living on the vulnerable areas as water released from the dam is expected to reach their doorstep first.

LIFESTYLE

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Kerala
KSRTC buses may double up as Maveli stores mostly in hilly areas

The chain of Maveli stores across the state is run by the Kerala State Civil Supplies Corporation Limited or Supplyco to sell essential commodities at rates lower than the market rates.
Kerala
Speaker rejects 600-odd Opposition amendments, UDF stages walkout

Speaker M B Rajesh said that the amendments were rejected because they came after the deadline set by the Legislature Secretariat.
Kerala
Very heavy rainfall likely in Kerala on Friday; IMD issues orange alert to 6 districts

The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert in Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, and Idukki for October 29.
News
Active COVID-19 cases in country lowest in 243 days

The death toll climbed to 4,56,386 with 733 fresh fatalities including 622 from Kerala.

BUSINESS

Latest Indian business news.

Wipro bags tech transformation contract from Kerala Bank
Electronic products log highest number of rule violations on e-commerce platforms
Crash helmet, safety harness, 40 kmph speed limit proposed for motorcycles with child pillion passenger
Volkswagen Taigun test drive: A luxury German SUV for Rs 10.50 lakh

Entertainment
From Bunty Aur Babli 2 to Shamshera: Prime Video to stream movies from Yash Raj Films

Prime Video will stream these titles just four weeks after their theatrical release.
News
Dinosaur takes to UN General Assembly podium to tell world leaders: Don't choose extinction

As diplomats are seated in the 193-member General Assembly, a dinosaur enters the cavernous hall, eliciting fear, gasps and shock from the delegates.
Kerala
Pinarayi vs Satheesan: How can the police prevent crime of an individual with no criminal record?

Is investigation the sole responsibility of the police? Is prevention not part of their duties? asked Leader of Opposition V D Satheesan
Career & Campus
SC permits NTA to declare results of NEET for admissions in UG medical courses

A bench comprising Justices L Nageswara Rao, Sanjiv Khanna and B R Gavai said that it cannot hold the results of 16 lakh students.

News
Drugs on cruise ship: Pune police arrest NCB witness Gosavi in cheating case

Gosavi, said to be a 'private investigator' whose photos and videos with Aryan Khan went viral on social media after the NCB's raid on the cruise ship off the Mumbai coast on October 2, had been absconding.
Kerala
SC grants bail to Thwaha Fasal held under UAPA over Maoist links

Fasal's advocate had argued that the NIA chargesheet did not establish that he had the intention to indulge in Maoist activities that warranted charges under UAPA.
Kerala
Mullaperiyar Dam: Second warning issued, rehabilitation process underway

At least 1,700 persons from the Peerumade Taluk have been rehabilitated to eight camps, said Idukki RDO MK Shaji.
Entertainment
Minnal Murali trailer: Superhero born from a lightning

Directed by Basil Joseph, Minnal Murali will see Tovino playing the role of the fastest man alive on Earth.

Career & Campus
Ahead of reopening, several schools yet to finish clean-up, ready buses

A total of 1,625 primary schools do not have permanent head teachers. Also, the Parent–Teacher Association (PTA) is not actively involved in several schools.
Entertainment
5 reasons we can’t wait for Suriya’s Jai Bhim, coming up this Diwali on Prime Video

From the recently released trailer it is revealed that the upcoming courtroom drama is based on true events, where Suriya essays the role of Advocate Chandru.
Kerala
CPM panel to probe adoption row, Anupama's father barred from attending party programmes

Jayachandran is the prime accused in the case pertaining to separating his daughter Anupama's newborn from her and giving it up for adoption. He is the state treasurer of Kerala Cooperative Employees Union.
Kerala
Sivankutty, LDF major beneficiaries as govt withdrew over 100 cases in last five years

In total, the government had requested the departments concerned to drop 150 cases, some of which go back to 2007.

Sports
T20 World Cup: Hardik Pandya bowls in nets ahead of NZ game

Captain Virat Kohli, head coach Ravi Shastri and team mentor M S Dhoni closely monitored Pandya's progress.
Kerala
Kerala plans to raise new Mullaperiyar dam in three years

Minister for Revenue K Rajan informed that the State government has made all precautionary arrangements for the safety of people in case of torrential rains.
Sports
T20 World Cup: Holder replaces McCoy in West Indies squad

The all-rounder will be available for selection for Friday's match against Bangladesh.
Sports
French Open: Sindhu advances, Saina retires after injury

Kashyap and Srikanth went down fighting in the opening round.

Kerala
Kerala's AIIMS dream takes wings; Union health dept seeks finance ministry's approval

The AIIMS has 19 centres in different parts of the country. The proposal for launching 22 more is under the consideration of the Centre.
LifeStyle
Read your horoscope today (28-10-2021)

When is a good time to seek your goals? Is it time to lie low? Check out here.
News
Column | The UN comes to life in Kerala, mock sessions take up hot-button global issues

The United Nations virtually moved to Kerala this week when nearly 100 students from schools and colleges assembled for a 'UN Replica' which recreated the United Nations in its most authentic form.
Sports
Barcelona sack coach Koeman

Local media reports suggest that former midfielder Xavi Hernandez, who is currently in charge of Al Sadd in Qatar, and Belgium coach Roberto Martinez are the frontrunners for the role.

Kerala
Pathanamthitta sub-treasury employees work standing up as court orders seizure of chairs

The functioning of the sub-treasury office was hit as the employees had to attend to files by standing on their foot for hours.
Kerala
Shutters of Mullaperiyar Dam to be opened at 7 am on Friday, Tamil Nadu assures Kerala

The decision comes after the water level crossed 138 ft on Thursday morning. Tamil Nadu will release 5,800 cusecs per second, from which it will draw 2,300 cusecs.
News
PM Modi to meet Pope Francis on Saturday

Kerala Catholic Bishops Council (KCBC) President Cardinal George Alencherry said they have come to know about this from official sources.
Travel
Muchukunnu beckons travellers with hookahs, virgin forests and much more

This nondescript hamlet gave the sought-after Koyilandi hookah (a water pipe to smoke tobacco) to the world.

Sports
T20 World Cup: Smit leads Namibia to four-wicket win over Scotland

The win marks Namibia's first-ever win in the Super 12 stage of the mega event.
Kerala
TN drawing maximum quantity water from Mullaperiyar Dam, Stalin tells Kerala CM

The current water level was well within the storage level compliant with the upper rule levels approved by the Central Water Commission (CWC), Chief Minister M K Stalin said.
Career & Campus
Education ministry notifies four-year Integrated Teacher Education Programme

The integrated course will benefit students since they will save one year by finishing it in four years rather than the customary five years required by the present BEd plan.
News
CBI arrests six persons in connection with Rs 6,000 crore remittance scam in Bank of Baroda

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) also carried out searches at 14 locations in connection with the case.

News
Illegal telephone exchange run by Keralite from Bahrain busted in Gujarat

A SIM box is a device that can hold multiple SIM cards and is used as part of a VoIP gateway installation.
Kerala
17-yr-old girl delivers baby watching YouTube videos in Kerala, lover arrested under POCSO Act

Her parents came to know about the incident on October 22 when they heard the cries of the baby.
News
India successfully test-fires Agni-5 missile having range of 5,000km

The test-firing was carried around 7:50 pm from APJ Abdul Kalam Island in Odisha.
Kerala
Kerala to propose Rs 2,000 crore plan for expatriate rehabilitation

The state government already set apart an amount of Rs 50 crore in its latest budget for their rehabilitation and formulating employment and entrepreneurship schemes for them.

News
Wipro bags tech transformation contract from Kerala Bank

Wipro will also set up a Data Centre, Disaster Recovery Centre, Near DR (Disaster Recovery) and command centre, implement the latest RBI cybersecurity frameworks, and provide facility management services for five years.
News
Blow to Centre in Pegasus spyware row, SC appoints expert panel to probe

Mere invocation of national security by State does not render court a mute spectator, says SC while hearing Pegasus matter.
News
Drugs case: Aryan arrest against norms, conspiracy charge afterthought: HC told; NCB team quizzes Wankhede

The jail stay of Aryan Khan (23), son of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, got longer as the hearing on his bail application remained inconclusive for the second day and proceedings in the HC will resume on Thursday.
News
Drugs case: No bail for Aryan Khan yet, arguments to continue on Thursday

The hearing on bail applications of Aryan Khan, Arbaaz Merchant and Munmun Dhamecha before Justice N W Sambre remained incomplete on the second day.

Sports
T20 World Cup: England crush Bangladesh by 8 wickets

Explosive opener Jason Roy anchored the paltry 125-run chase, with a 38-ball 61 (5x4, 3x6) to make his 50th T20I appearance memorable as England cantered home in just 14.1 overs to give their net run rate a huge boost.
Food
What's on leaders' plates at Aluva Palace

When V S Achuthanandan was the Kerala chief minister and leader of the opposition in the Assembly, he used to visit the palace twice a week.
Kerala
Thundershower to lash Kerala till Oct 31; Yellow alert in seven districts on Thursday

Under the influence of these two low pressure formations, the IMD has predicted isolated heavy rainfall and thunderstorms over Kerala between October 27 and 31.
Kerala
COVID-19: 9,445 cases in Kerala on Wednesday, death toll nears 30K

There are are 211 wards in 158 local bodies across Kerala where the Weekly Infection Population Ratio is above 10%.

LifeStyle
Here's why 'At Home Use' facial kits from Nature’s Essence is a hit

Nature’s Essence, which began in 1998 with the vision of offering natural skincare products, has now become Samara Capital Brand with a pan-India presence.
Food
Chef Davinder Kumar shares 150 recipes to reduce waste by using vegetable scraps

The book, consisting of 150 recipes, includes distinct delicacies like Jackfruit Seed Almond Halwa, Parsley Stem Quinoa Tabbouleh, Mushroom Galouti, Celery and Spinach Salad and Apple Pulp Pie.
Kerala
SC panel backs Kerala's call for safe storage limit in Mullaperiyar dam

Kerala had informed the monitoring committee that it would not be possible to release extra water to the Idukki dam in case the water level in the Mullaperiyar dam crosses 139 ft.
Travel
Kerala makes registration must for adventure tourism activities

The Kerala government has made registration mandatory for service providers in the adventure tourism sector for conducting a wide range of land, water and air-related activities to ensure their quality and safety.

News
Pegasus: SC-appointed expert panel members have vast experience in cyber security, digital forensics

The three-member technical panel, which has been given wide ranging powers, would comprise eminent experts, Naveen Kumar Chaudhary, Prabaharan P and Ashwin Anil Gumaste and report to Justice Raveendran.
Kerala
Another health worker attacked in Alappuzha while returning from duty

The nurse, who is employed at the Alappuzha Medical College, sustained multiple fractures from a fall after a man rammed into her vehicle several times on Sunday night.
Kerala
Sale of liquor drops, but consumption goes up: Excise Minister

While 205.41 lakh cases of liquor and 150.13 lakh beer were sold in 2016-17, the corresponding numbers dropped to 187.22 lakh and 72.40 lakh respectively in 2020-21.
Sports
Akhtar quits TV punditry job on-air following heated exchange | Video

"A lot of apologies guys, a lot of apologies," Akhtar said before storming off the set.

Kerala
Biometric punching to be set up at each office in Secretariat to prevent staff from leaving at will

The entrance to each office will have a biometric access point and it will be linked to the SPARK software that is used to disburse salaries.
Entertainment
It's a wrap for Dulquer Salmaan-starrer 'Chup'

Filmmaker R Balki has finished the production of his latest psychological thriller Chup - Revenge of the Artist.
Entertainment
'Why should 'Marakkar' have a digital release?' Film exhibitors' body regrets move

'Cinema is a business where not just money is involved. Everyone is eagerly waiting for Marakkar to be released in theatres,' he said.
Travel
Do you commute by train? Then read this - train timings will change from Nov 1

The change applies to several popular trains including Guruvayur – Thiruvananthapuram Intercity Express and Ernakulam – Thiruvananthapuram Vanchinad Express, among others.

Kerala
TVM Corporation scam: Cleaning for non-existent Pongala, insurance for non-existent vehicles amuse Assembly

Devaswom minister K Radhakrishnan, who stood in for local self-government minister M Govindan, termed the tax scam as a "minor" issue.
News
Former Punjab CM Amarinder Singh announces new political outfit, to meet Amit Shah again

The development comes just months ahead of the Punjab assembly elections.
Kerala
More than half the districts in India vulnerable to climate change

At the upcoming climate conference COP-26, to be held in Glasgow from October 31 to November 12, developing countries like India are expected to demand that developed nations ramp up and deliver climate finance timely.
Kerala
Anupama's father defends giving up her newborn for adoption, says party informed

Jayachandran said he was not aware who changed the name of the baby’s father and address in the child's birth certificate.

Sports
Betting companies can buy an IPL team: Lalit Modi takes a dig at BCCI

Following the former IPL chairman's tweet, a report by Outlook magazine further claimed that "CVC Capital under scanner for links with betting companies."
Career & Campus
First-year B Tech classes from Nov 30 as AICTE extends deadline for admissions

The AICTE instructed the engineering colleges to hold awareness classes for students from November 15 itself.
Sports
T20 World Cup: Guptill doubtful for crunch game against India

The Black Caps opener injured his toe in their opening loss to Pakistan.
Entertainment
Amala Paul forays into film production with 'Cadaver'

Touted to be a suspense thriller, Amala Paul had also unveiled the first-look poster of the film.

Kerala
Many takers for KSRTC's 'Bus on Demand' scheme, over 1,000 schools apply

Transport Minister Antony Raju said that more than 1,000 schools have already applied for availing the new facility as per the 'Bus on Demand' scheme of the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation.
Sports
Waqar Younis apologises 'with folded hands' after controversial remark

The Pakistan pace legend was slammed by former Indian cricketers and commentators for his controversial statement that opener Mohammad Rizwan offering namaz "in front of Hindus (during the match) was very special to him".
Entertainment
Samantha's defamation case against YouTube: Actress invokes Shilpa Shetty's example in court

Samantha's legal team indicated that she could approach the court for a similar verdict in her defamation case as well.
Career & Campus
Bill to rename Education Dept, designations of higher authorities under scrutiny

The bill seeks to replace an Ordinance that was promulgated for giving legal validity to the proposals of the Khader Committee.

News
Electronic products log highest number of rule violations on e-commerce platforms

The total amount collected by compounding of the offences is Rs 41,85,500.
Entertainment
'Son Aryan's drug controversy has not dented Shah Rukh Khan's popularity as brand'

Right after the controversy around his son's arrest in an alleged drug case broke out, many companies halted ads featuring King Khan. Many of them are now back on screens.
News
WHO seeks 'additional clarifications' on Covaxin ahead of final assessment

WHO spokesperson Dr Margaret Harris had said that on COVAXIN, the technical advisory group that reviews all the data for a potential emergency use listing was reviewing that data.
Entertainment
'Did you fast on Karva Chauth?' Anushka Sharma trolled after Team India's defeat to Pak in T20 World Cup

Some people dug up the couple's earlier appeal of not bursting crackers for Diwali.

Entertainment
Kerala theatres to start screening from today

Meanwhile, there is no clarity on the release date of big-budget Malayalam movies, including Mohanlal starrer, Marakkar.