Category: KERALA

More Autonomy for Self-Financing Colleges; No Government Permission Needed Now for New Courses and Seat Increases

Malayalam Daily News

Trivandrum: The state government has granted greater academic and administrative autonomy to self-financing colleges in the higher education sector. New guidelines issued by the Higher Education Department ease the requirement for special government permission to start new courses and increase seats in existing courses. The reform aims to ensure enhanced self-governance of colleges and to simplify administrative procedures related to course management. According to the new directives, self-financing colleges across the state no longer need specific government approval to introduce new courses, offer additional courses under the self-financing category, or…

Death Threats and Cyber Attacks Follow Women’s Rights Discussion; Kerala High Court Directs Police Protection for Journalist Aparna Kurup and Her Son

Malayalam Daily News

Kochi: The Kerala High Court has directed that adequate police protection be provided to journalist Aparna Kurup and her minor son, who have complained of facing death threats and severe cyber-attacks following a television discussion on remarks made by Kanthapuram A.P. Abubakker Musliyar relating to women’s rights. The court instructed the Ernakulam South Police Station House Officer to ensure the security of their lives as well as the apartment where they reside. Justice Murali Purushothaman issued this order on November 8. The High Court’s intervention came on a petition filed…

Strict Restrictions During Sabarimala Mandal Season; Ban on Alcohol and Tobacco Products in 16 Centres Including Sannidhanam, Pampa, and Nilakkal

Malayalam Daily News

Pathanamthitta: To ensure the sanctity of the forest areas and the safety of pilgrims during the Sabarimala Mandal-Makaravilakku pilgrimage season, stringent prohibitions have been imposed on the sale and consumption of alcohol and tobacco products. The restrictions will be in effect from November 15, 2026, to January 20, 2027. Authorities have taken these measures to prevent the use and illicit sale of intoxicating substances considering the large influx of devotees visiting Sabarimala during the pilgrimage. The ban is enforced mainly in pilgrimage centres and surrounding areas where devotees predominantly gather,…

AICC General Secretary KC Venugopal Slams Chief Election Commissioner Ganesh Kumar for Alleged Criminal Conduct and Undermining Democracy

Malayalam Daily News

Kozhikode: AICC General Secretary and Member of Parliament KC Venugopal launched severe allegations against Chief Election Commissioner Ganesh Kumar, accusing him of criminal behavior and attempts to subvert India’s democratic framework and electoral process. Speaking at the inauguration of the ‘Desh Bachavo Maha Rally’ held in Kozhikode’s Kadappura, Venugopal targeted both the Central Government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi with sharp criticism. Venugopal accused Ganesh Kumar of being the kind of person who would not hesitate to commit any criminal offence, a character trait allegedly proven through his past activities.…

Shruti, Who Lost All Close Ones in Wayanad Disaster, Finds Life Partner in Sandeep; Bids Farewell to Days of Tears with Marriage at Guruvayur

Malayalam Daily News

Thrissur: A new chapter of happiness unfolds in the life of Shruti, who lost her family members in the Wayanad Chooralmala landslide disaster and later lost her fiancé in a road accident. After a life marked by calamities and enduring sorrow, Shruti has embraced a new light of hope by getting married. Her life partner is Sandeep Shankaran, a colleague from the Mananthavady Collectorate. The wedding ceremony held at Guruvayur was graced by K. Rajan, former Minister and MLA of the Revenue Department, who led the event as the guardian…

Death of 17-Year-Old in Kannur: Doctor Who Performed Surgery and Clinic Lack Registration; Human Rights Commission Finds Serious Medical Negligence

Malayalam Daily News

Kannur: The State Human Rights Commission has found serious medical negligence and legal violations in the case of the death of a 17-year-old following throat surgery. The shocking revelation that both the doctor who performed the surgery and the private clinic where treatment was given lacked the required official registration emerged during the Commission's investigation. Based on findings of serious lapses in treatment and subsequent emergency care, the Commission has ordered a reinvestigation into the case. The Human Rights Commission has strongly criticized the investigation conducted by the District Medical…

Abhijit Deep K: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Has Become Donald Trump’s Puppet; Surrendering to Tariff Threats, He Has Sold Out the Nation

Malayalam Daily News

Kochi: CJP founder Abhijit Deep K delivered a scathing critique of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP-led Central Government. He alleged that Narendra Modi has become a puppet of US President Donald Trump and that instead of defending the country’s interests against America’s tariff threats, the Prime Minister has bowed down out of fear. Speaking at the event 'Jantar Mantar@Kochi,' Abhijit fiercely condemned the Central Government’s foreign policy, anti-democratic approach, stance on farmers’ protests, and communal politics. He asserted that it is unacceptable for the Prime Minister—who must safeguard…

Kerala High Court Expresses Deep Concern Over Death of Woman Hit by Private Bus Near Kakkanad; Strong Criticism of Safety System Failures Amid Lack of Footpaths and Careless Driving

Malayalam Daily News

Kochi: The Kerala High Court has expressed profound grief and serious concern over the tragic death of 28-year-old Akshara, who was fatally struck by a private bus near Kakkanad. The court observed that the absence of essential footpaths on major state roads, coupled with negligent driving by public transport vehicles, poses a grave threat to human life. Justice Devan Ramachandran remarked that Akshara’s death starkly illustrates the severe failure of relevant authorities in ensuring pedestrian safety. The High Court made these sharp observations while hearing a petition addressing the poor…

‘I Don’t Understand Why I Was Transferred Despite Following Rules’: Siram Sambashivarao Expresses Strong Dissatisfaction Over Removal from Excise Commissioner Post

Malayalam Daily News

Thiruvananthapuram: Siram Sambashivarao has expressed strong dissatisfaction and protest against the government’s decision to remove him from the post of Excise Commissioner. He stated that he had operated strictly in accordance with official rules and legal procedures, and yet he cannot understand the reason for his transfer from the position. He further elaborated that all matters requiring government notification concerning the department had been reported accurately and on time from his side, and no action taken by him was detrimental to the government. Sambashivarao emphasized that he carried out his…

Allegations of Massive Network Behind Power Contract; Opposition Claims Government Conspired to Enrich Private Companies with Crores in Profits

Malayalam Daily News

Thiruvananthapuram: Serious allegations have emerged claiming that substantial financial interests and high-level interference were involved behind the GNA power contract executed purportedly to resolve the state’s electricity crisis. The opposition alleges that through this contract, which imposes hundreds of crores of additional liabilities on the public, the government has paved the way for private companies to reap huge profits. Questions are intensifying about whose interests were served by proceeding with the contract bypassing transparent tender procedures and without obtaining prior approval from the regulatory commission. Reports suggest that both the…