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Kerala has launched a 24x7 highway enforcement system by dividing national highways into six zones with dedicated patrol teams. The initiative, announced after a fatal bus accident, aims to curb overspeeding, improve road safety and strengthen traffic law enforcement

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan urged Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay to relax restrictions on the inter-state transport of stone aggregates, warning the curbs could delay national highway projects and affect key infrastructure linking the Vizhinjam port and southern India

The Kerala government has unveiled a comprehensive Onam market intervention plan featuring Supplyco trade fairs, subsidised vegetables, additional foodgrain allocations, free Onam kits and anti-hoarding measures to keep essential commodities affordable during the State's biggest harvest festival

Kerala has directed government departments to curb expenditure while preparing Budget Estimates for the next financial year as fiscal pressures persist. The state has also asked departments to avoid non-essential projects and tighten spending despite higher revenue receipts

One person was killed and 26 others injured after a private bus overturned near Kuttipuram in Kerala's Malappuram district. Authorities have ordered separate investigations to determine whether overspeeding, road conditions or other factors caused the accident

Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala announced a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe organ trafficking involving forged documents, doctors, and hospitals. Additionally, he directed the Cyber Cell to take strict action against a fake campaign targeting CPI(M) leader P.K. Sreemathi

Vizhinjam International Seaport will begin full gateway export-import cargo operations on August 18, transitioning from an exclusive transshipment hub into an international trade gateway. The Customs Department has issued a detailed operational framework governing direct port delivery and entry

A 24-year-old man was allegedly stabbed to death near his residence in Kerala's Alappuzha district after an altercation with three men. Police have launched a manhunt for the suspects, who fled the scene in an autorickshaw following the attack

Kerala State Road Transport Corporation launched its women-only Pink Bus service to provide safer travel for women, especially late-night workers. The initiative will initially operate in Thiruvananthapuram before expanding to other districts based on passenger demand

Former Travancore Devaswom Board president PS Prasanth was arrested in the Sabarimala gold misappropriation case after the Kerala High Court directed the SIT to expedite its probe. Prasanth denied wrongdoing, alleging political vendetta and claiming his board exposed the alleged 2019 gold theft

Kerala Cabinet approved the launch of the ‘Sidharthan Distress App’ to prevent ragging and enable quick complaint reporting in educational institutions. Named after veterinary student J S Sidharthan, who died by suicide after alleged ragging, the initiative includes a proposed anti-ragging law

The Kerala government has increased the support price of natural rubber from Rs 200 to Rs 250 per kg under the Rubber Production Incentive Scheme. Effective from July 3, 2026, the move aims to ease the burden of rising cultivation costs

The Kerala government declared a holiday on Monday for schools, colleges and professional institutions to allow students to watch the FIFA World Cup final. The decision followed requests from football enthusiasts and concerns over late-night travel and sleep disruption

Kerala recorded its highest average daily electricity consumption for July in a decade, with demand rising 12 per cent year-on-year. As power shortages continue, the government blamed deficient rainfall, while the BJP alleged the outages reflected the UDF government's failure to meet rising demand

K. C. Venugopal urged the Kerala government to name the Vizhinjam International Seaport after former Chief Minister Oommen Chandy, calling the port a reflection of Chandy's vision, while highlighting his legacy of transparent governance and public service

Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala dismissed reports of a rift between Chief Minister V D Satheesan and KSU over the appointment of a former SFI leader as government pleader, saying the Congress would resolve any concerns through discussions while KSU sought to downplay the controversy

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay met Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala, pledging full cooperation to combat cross-border drug trafficking. The states will enhance border security and real-time intelligence sharing under Kerala's "Operation Toofan" anti-narcotics grid

Former Kerala Minister KT Jaleel defended his conduct at a Palakkad student felicitation event after a child rights commission case was filed over alleged humiliation of students. Jaleel said he interacted like a teacher, denied causing harm and offered an apology if anyone was hurt

Independent MLA G Sudhakaran intensified his criticism of the CPI(M), urging its leaders to attend a "school for the elderly" to learn public conduct. He also accused Alappuzha police of bias while defending his right to speak after winning the Assembly election

Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala will meet student and youth organisation leaders on July 15 to strengthen the state's anti-drug campaign, Operation Toofan: The Narco Hunt. The discussions will focus on enhancing youth participation in combating drug abuse and trafficking