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A 33-year-old autorickshaw driver allegedly died by suicide in Malappuram after claiming on Facebook that MVD officials denied his vehicle a fitness certificate, causing financial distress. The Kerala government ordered an inquiry, while autorickshaw unions protested demanding action against officials

A 62-year-old plantation worker, Ocha Thevar, was killed in a wild elephant attack at Pooppara in Kerala’s Idukki. The fatality has renewed concerns over escalating human-wildlife conflict, as elephants continue to enter settlements and plantations across the Munnar-Pooppara high-range region

Kerala celebrated Thiruvonam, the culmination of its 10-day Onam festivities, with traditional feasts, colourful pookkalams, temple rituals and cultural programmes. Families reunited from across the world, making homecoming and togetherness the enduring highlights of the harvest festival

Actress Richa Chadha celebrated Onam with daughter Zuneyra at Kerala’s Gurupuram Sree Maha Vishnu Temple, where she gifted a life-size mechanical elephant. She highlighted preserving traditions compassionately, promoting animal welfare and using technology to celebrate festivals while respecting cultural customs

A prisoner arrested in a mobile phone theft case escaped from Aluva Sub Jail in Kerala on Monday, prompting police to launch a search operation. Madhur Jya Sonowal, 28, was reported missing after prisoners were allowed out of their cells

A Kerala consumer commission ordered a biryani cafe proprietor and manager to pay Rs 96,500 to a woman who fell ill after consuming food at the eatery. The compensation covers medical expenses, damages and litigation costs following her Salmonella infection

Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple witnessed a record 437 weddings on Sunday, the highest number held there in a single day. Special arrangements, including six mandapams, crowd control, medical services and police deployment, were made to manage the large gathering

Scottish National Party politician and Scottish Parliament member Martyn Day married his partner Nitin Chand at the Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple in Thrissur, fulfilling Nitin’s long-held wish. The couple, who previously married in the UK, later held a traditional ceremony attended by relatives and friends

INCOIS has issued a swell surge warning for Kerala, south Tamil Nadu and Lakshadweep for August 19-20, warning of wave surges and possible inundation in low-lying coastal areas. Fishermen and residents were advised caution, while beach and nearshore activities were suspended

Vizhinjam International Seaport has commenced full-fledged EXIM operations, strengthening Kerala's role in global maritime trade. Its Rs 16,000-crore Phase 2 expansion will raise annual capacity to 5.7 million TEUs, add 1,200 metres of berth and create over 5,000 jobs

The Kerala GST Department has issued charge memos to three officials over alleged lapses in handling tax evasion linked to the 2025 Reporter Broadcasting Company-Argentina football team deal. Nearly Rs 22 crore in tax was found payable, with recovery proceedings now under scrutiny

Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala inaugurated PRISM, an AI-based surveillance system at Thiruvananthapuram Central Jail. Developed with Keltron, the system uses AI-powered cameras to monitor inmates, prevent contraband smuggling and escape attempts, while new food rules remove VIP considerations

Kerala authorities have stepped up preparations for the upcoming Sabarimala pilgrimage, expecting higher pilgrim numbers this season. Measures include improved prasadam supply, healthcare, roads, sanitation, drinking water, accommodation and AI-powered crowd management to ensure a safe and smooth pilgrimage

The Sabarimala Lord Ayyappa Temple will reopen on August 16 for Chingam month pujas. The Travancore Devaswom Board and KSRTC have made arrangements for devotees, including special bus services and virtual queue-based darshan bookings during the pilgrimage period

AICC general secretary K C Venugopal has urged Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to operate additional special trains to Kerala during Onam, saying existing services are inadequate. He sought trains from major cities amid heavy bookings and travel difficulties for passengers

Kerala BJP has demanded a CBI probe into alleged procedural and financial irregularities in the previous LDF government's plan to bring Lionel Messi and the Argentina football team to the State, alleging fraud, GST evasion and misuse of government name

Direct EXIM cargo movement at Kerala’s Vizhinjam International Seaport will begin August 18, marking its shift from a transshipment hub to a gateway for Indian overseas trade. The move is expected to boost Kerala’s economic benefits and strengthen regional maritime connectivity

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan said the government will investigate allegations surrounding the previous LDF government's efforts to bring Lionel Messi and Argentina to Kerala. He flagged possible procedural violations, GST evasion and FCRA concerns, saying appropriate action will follow

A 25-year-old bank employee and her 26-year-old fiancé were found dead in Kerala and Karnataka within hours of each other. Police said the couple, who had recently got engaged and planned to marry in December, were investigating the circumstances surrounding their deaths

Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple in Kerala is preparing for a major wedding rush, with 377 marriages booked for August 23 and another 295 scheduled for August 30. Six mandapams, additional staff and security measures will manage the expected crowds and ceremonies