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  Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan said the state faces a fiscal shortfall of nearly ₹20,500 crore after expected central revenue deficit grants failed to materialise, criticising the previous LDF government’s budget assumptions and warning of major financial stress 

The southwest monsoon arrived in Kerala on June 4, marking the start of India's rainy season. The IMD expects below-normal rainfall at 90% of the long-period average this year, citing a possible transition towards El Niño conditions as a key factor

A fitness centre in Puthunagaram, Palakkad, sparked debate after announcing plans to become Kerala's first 'Islam-friendly gym' with Sharia-based guidelines. Proposed rules included separate workout timings for men and women, dress codes, and a ban on music, drawing mixed reactions

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan accused the previous LDF government of leaving liabilities of Rs 5.07 lakh crore, including KIIFB debts. He alleged financial mismanagement, questioned treasury fund claims, and said Kerala inherited massive obligations from past borrowings

A post-mortem found 51 injuries on a 1.5-year-old boy who died in Kerala, indicating weeks of alleged torture. Police arrested the child's mother and her live-in partner, with investigators probing repeated abuse, fractured limbs and possible involvement of others

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan launched ‘Operation Toofaan’, a state-wide anti-drug initiative aimed at combating substance abuse among youth. The campaign will involve multiple departments, schools and parents, combining enforcement and awareness to dismantle drug networks and protect young people

The Supreme Court directed Tamil Nadu and Kerala to prepare and implement a time-bound eviction plan for encroachments in Agasthyamalai ecological landscape. It also ordered action against 118 government employees found occupying forest land and stressed ecological restoration and strict compliance

The southwest monsoon is nearing Kerala’s coast, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting heavy rainfall and issuing orange alerts in multiple districts. Authorities have warned of flash floods and landslides while intensifying preparedness as the rainy season approaches India

Kerala will launch “Operation Toofan: The Narco Hunt” on June 2 to curb drug trafficking through enhanced policing, digital reporting tools, and surveillance systems. The state-wide campaign will target narcotics networks and promote awareness, especially among students and youth

Kerala will implement its 52-day trawling ban from June 9 to July 31 to conserve fish stocks during the monsoon breeding season. Traditional fishing is allowed, while authorities have set up patrols, control rooms, and support measures for affected workers

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan condemned the attack on Enforcement Directorate officials during searches linked to the CMRL money laundering case involving Pinarayi Vijayan’s daughter. He termed the violence a serious crime and defended police action taken to maintain law and order

Waiting outside the airport were relatives, friends and well-wishers who had followed his painful journey for two decades

ED raided former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan’s residence in Thiruvananthapuram over the CMRL-Exalogic case. Investigators probed alleged monthly payments to his daughter’s firm, Exalogic Solutions. The Kerala High Court cleared ED’s probe, escalating political stakes for CPI(M) leadership

The Cauvery Management Authority meets in New Delhi to discuss Tamil Nadu’s water needs and Karnataka’s Mekedatu dam proposal. Farmers await clarity on water release for Kuruvai cultivation, while rainfall and reservoir levels will shape decisions on interstate water-sharing obligations

Kerala CM V.D. Satheesan defended appointing ex-CEO Rathan U Khelkar as secretary, dismissing controversy over his Guruvayoor temple visit. He highlighted Khelkar’s strong service record, clarified reshuffle is temporary, and rejected claims of preferential treatment during darshan

Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan visited Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple, offering prayers and performing the tulabharam ritual with 71 kg butter. Welcomed by Devaswom officials, this marked his first temple visit since assuming office, followed by attending a minister’s family wedding

Kerala Transport Minister C P John said free travel for women on KSRTC buses will start on June 15 and will be funded by the state government. He assured it will not impact KSRTC salaries or pensions, with Cabinet details pending

Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala has launched “Operation Toofan: The Narco Hunt”, a statewide anti-drug campaign targeting narcotics networks and synthetic drug supply chains. Beginning June 1, the drive will focus on schools, repeat offenders and police reforms aimed at public-friendly policing

Kerala announced two AI Centres of Excellence worth Rs 40 crore in Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram, supported by the IndiaAI Mission. The centres will focus on bio-AI, research, startups, and commercial innovation, positioning Kerala as a national AI hub

The 16th Kerala Legislative Assembly commenced with Pro-tem Speaker G Sudhakaran administering oaths to newly elected MLAs. Several legislators chose solemn affirmation over religious oath-taking, while members also took oath in multiple languages including Malayalam, Tamil, English and Kannada-Malayalam