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Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala will release the revised Vigilance Manual on Wednesday under the Vigilance Department’s Project Zero initiative. The event will also include a review meeting of vigilance heads to strengthen anti-corruption measures across government departments and PSUs

Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala warned of strict legal action against drug mafia members attacking police or obstructing anti-narcotics operations. He said Operation Toofan has significantly weakened drug networks through coordinated enforcement, awareness campaigns and rehabilitation initiatives

Heavy rain and strong winds affected several parts of Kerala, prompting dam releases, flood alerts and coastal warnings. The IMD issued Yellow Alerts for 11 districts, while authorities cautioned residents about flooding, landslides, sea erosion and unsafe travel conditions

Around 900 medical coding professionals employed by a US-based healthcare analytics firm were allegedly terminated without prior notice in Kochi and Kozhikode. Following employee protests, the Kerala Labour Department intervened, putting the layoff process on hold pending further discussions

Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala said the SIT probe into the alleged Sabarimala gold loss case is independent and not politically motivated. He asserted that anyone found guilty will face consequences as the High Court-monitored investigation continues and fresh proceedings begin

A first-year MBBS student died after falling from the 14th floor of the girls' hostel at a private medical college in Thrissur. Police have launched an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the suspected suicide incident

A Muslim panchayat member in Kerala's Kasaragod performed the last rites of a Hindu cancer patient after his family declined to claim the body. Her gesture, guided by humanity beyond religious differences, earned widespread praise and admiration across social media and political circles

Kerala reported eight new Shigella infections, taking June's total to 180 and this year's tally to 256. Six deaths have been linked to the outbreak, while health authorities continue Nipah surveillance with the infected patient remaining on ventilator support

Robotics expert Benson Thomas George from Kerala has become the first Indian selected as a judge for the FIRST Tech Challenge Michiana Premier Event in the US. The global STEM competition featured 106 student teams showcasing innovations in robotics and AI

Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan urged collective action against the growing drug menace, calling it a threat to society and future generations. He pledged strict action against drug mafias and reaffirmed the government's commitment to prevention, enforcement and rehabilitation efforts

A case has been registered against Kerala vlogger Muhammad Nihad, popularly known as Thoppi, for allegedly posting obscene videos featuring friends on social media. Cyber Police initiated action after a complaint and preliminary inquiry, citing offensive content viewed largely by teenagers

The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at five locations in Kerala, including Kochi hospitals and suspected intermediaries’ homes, as part of a money laundering probe into an alleged international organ trafficking network. Investigators are examining financial records, documents, and possible illegal commissions  

Kerala has reported 146 Shigella cases and five deaths since January, with 70 infections and four fatalities recorded in June alone. Kozhikode registered the highest number of cases, while health authorities continue monitoring the spread of the bacterial infection

Kerala's Priyadarshini scheme offering free travel in ordinary KSRTC buses for women and transgender persons commenced on Monday. Beneficiaries hailed the initiative for reducing commuting costs, while opposition parties and transport workers raised concerns over implementation and financial sustainability

Mohamed Jesil, originally from Kerala, rescued a three-year-old girl hanging from a window ledge in east London. Assisted by a police officer, he safely caught the child after she jumped, earning widespread praise for his quick-thinking action

Alleged disclosures by former Travancore Devaswom Board president A. Padmakumar about the 2019 Sabarimala women’s entry reignited controversy in Kerala. CPI(M) leaders rejected the claims, while the episode revived debates over the implementation of the Supreme Court verdict and related protests

Kerala has launched the ‘Priyadarshini’ scheme offering free travel for women and transgender persons on ordinary KSRTC buses from June 15. Part of the Congress-led government’s election promises, the initiative aims to reduce travel costs and boost mobility and participation

A 25-year-old woman in Kerala's Kasaragod district has been booked under the POCSO Act for allegedly sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl. The complaint emerged after counselling sessions, while police said the accused is linked to multiple other POCSO cases

Seven new Shigella cases in Wayanad schools have raised the total infections to 16, with health officials intensifying surveillance and preventive measures. Authorities report stable health conditions among patients while urging hygiene, early reporting of symptoms, and caution against self-medication

A 43-year-old man has tested positive for the Nipah virus in Kozhikode, Kerala. The state health department has quarantined 15 high-risk contacts out of 77 identified individuals and established emergency surveillance protocols across the district