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Six BJP activists were arrested in Alappuzha for allegedly assaulting a local CPI(M) leader after he visited a BJP-ruled panchayat. Police said the victim sustained serious head injuries and is undergoing treatment, while multiple serious charges have been registered

Hyderabad Cybercrime police arrested 46 people in November for alleged cyber fraud. The accused were linked to 232 cases and Rs 92 crore in bank transactions. Several electronic devices, debit cards and fake ID proofs were seized.

A Thiruvananthapuram court granted bail to expelled Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil in the second sexual assault case against him, even as investigations continue. The MLA, absconding since late November, has been directed to appear before the investigating officer every Monday

Kerala police are probing the death of 19-year-old Chithrapriya, whose decomposed body was found near her Malayattoor home days after she went missing. Suspects, including her boyfriend, are being questioned as investigators await post-mortem results to determine the cause of death

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan rejected Dileep’s claims of a police conspiracy in the 2017 actress assault case, affirming investigators acted on evidence and reiterating government support for the survivor, following Dileep’s acquittal by Ernakulam Principal Sessions Court

After being acquitted in the 2017 sexual assault case, Malayalam actor Dileep alleged a conspiracy by certain police officials and media to implicate him, criticizing his ex-wife and claiming the false narrative against him was ultimately shattered in court

Kerala court acquitted actor Dileep in the 2017 sexual assault case of a South Indian actress in Kochi. Six others, including prime accused Pulsar Suni, were found guilty, while three additional defendants were also acquitted after a lengthy trial

Actor Dileep and other accused appeared in Ernakulam court amid heavy security as the verdict in the 2017 actress abduction and assault case neared. The high-profile trial, alleging Dileep’s conspiracy, has drawn intense public attention and renewed debates on women’s safety

A minor fire broke out near the aazhi at the Sabarimala temple on Sunday after a suspected short circuit in decorative LED lights. Fire personnel quickly extinguished the blaze, prompting only a brief halt in entry. No injuries or damage were reported

Southern Railway has announced special trains and temporary coach augmentations across Tamil Nadu and Kerala to support passengers affected by widespread IndiGo flight cancellations. The measures, part of a nationwide rail initiative, include additional services and over 116 extra coaches deployed on high-demand routes.

Hyderabad and Kerala played out a draw in the Cooch Behar Trophy under-19 third-round match at NFC Ground, Hyderabad. Hyderabad secured the crucial first-innings lead, with Wafi Kachchhi scoring 130 and Jobin P Joby hitting 163 for Kerala

Kerala native Anilkumar Raveendran, detained by Houthi rebels in Yemen since July 7, has been released and reached Muscat. India thanked Oman for facilitating his release, with the Ministry of External Affairs coordinating efforts for his safe return

Kerala police registered 32 cases against individuals allegedly defaming the woman whose complaint led to Congress MLA Rahul Mamkoottathil being booked for sexual assault. The Cyber Operations Wing monitors online content, issuing notices and taking action under IT and criminal laws

Kerala staged a strong fightback in the Cooch Behar Trophy under-19 match against Hyderabad, reaching 322/4 in the second innings. Jobin P Joby starred with an unbeaten 120, supported by Thomas Mathew and Manav Krishna, after conceding the first-innings lead

Senior Congress leader K Muraleedharan signalled that strong action is imminent against suspended Palakkad MLA Rahul Mamkootathil after new sexual-assault allegations emerged. With multiple complaints and police cases pending, Muraleedharan said the party must protect its image and that Mamkootathil’s political future is effectively over

Two live handgun bullets were found in a Class 8 student’s bag during a routine inspection at a private school in Karthikappally, Alappuzha. Police seized the ammunition and began an investigation into its source, while the boy claimed he picked them up unknowingly.

Yashveer’s century powered Hyderabad to a 114-run first-innings lead against Kerala in the Cooch Behar Trophy U-19 match at NFC Ground. Aaron George and C Siddarth Rao also contributed with half-centuries as Hyderabad posted 382 in 80.3 overs

The Supreme Court asked the Election Commission to consider extending Kerala’s December 11 SIR deadline, noting that 1.76 lakh government staff are currently deployed for local body polls. It allowed the state to submit a representation and directed the EC to decide within two days

Hyderabad made a strong reply to Kerala’s first-innings total of 268, reaching 71/1 at stumps on the opening day of the Cooch Behar Trophy under-19 third-round match at NFC Ground. Aaron George remained unbeaten on 42

Sabarimala temple’s collections reached Rs 92 crore in the first 15 days of the Mandala-Makaravilakku season, up 33per cent from last year. Aravana and appam sales contributed significantly, with around 13 lakh devotees visiting the hill shrine till November 30