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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

A Kerala software employee was arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly misbehaving with an air-hostess on a Dubai–Hyderabad flight. Reportedly intoxicated, he touched her inappropriately and left an obscene note. Police booked him under BNS Sections 74, 75 and other provisions; he was remanded

Aaron George will captain Hyderabad in the Cooch Behar Trophy Under-19 match against Kerala beginning December 1 at NFC Ground. The squad includes vice-captain and wicketkeeper Alankrit Ropole, with six players listed as stand-bys for the home fixture.

The SIT probing the Sabarimala temple gold loss questioned former Thiruvabharanam Commissioner K S Baiju after securing his custody. The Vigilance Court also dismissed his bail plea in a related case as the investigation continues, with six arrests made so far

Kerala Police have issued a look-out circular against suspended Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil after an FIR accused him of rape, intimidation, digital blackmail and forced abortion. Investigators are verifying digital evidence and searching for the MLA and his associate

The SIT on Thursday arrested former TDB president A. Padmakumar in the Sabarimala gold theft case, taking total arrests to six. Investigators allege he sanctioned the removal of gold-plated sheets in 2019, deepening the probe into institutional involvement

Kerala and Karnataka have issued health advisories for Sabarimala pilgrims amid recent amoebic meningoencephalitis cases. Devotees are advised to avoid water entering the nose, maintain hygiene, carry medications, and seek medical help for any symptoms. Emergency services are deployed along pilgrimage routes.

Nearly two lakh pilgrims reached Sabarimala within 48 hours, overwhelming crowd-control measures and causing long delays, water shortages, and safety concerns. Authorities imposed restrictions while opposition leaders accused the state government and TDB of failing to ensure basic facilities

Sabarimala’s Mandalam-Makaravilakku pilgrimage season began on Monday with hundreds of devotees thronging the temple. Rituals were performed, and long queues formed for darshan. Daily pilgrim numbers are capped at 90,000 through virtual and spot booking systems.

Sabarimala is set to open for the 41-day Mandala pilgrimage season beginning Monday, with the Travancore Devaswom Board completing all arrangements for lakhs of devotees. Facilities include drinking water points, medical centres, sanitation services and strict virtual queue control

Tensions escalated within Kerala’s ruling LDF after Education Minister V. Sivankutty criticised the CPI for celebrating the State’s withdrawal from the PM SHRI scheme. Sivankutty warned that the decision could affect Rs 15,000 crore in Samagra Shiksha Kerala funds

Kerala Sports Minister V. Abdurahiman claims Lionel Messi and Argentina will play in Kerala next March, but no official AFA confirmation exists. With alleged sponsor links to the Muttil scam and missing documents, critics call the claim a political ploy.

The Elite Action Group for Drug Law Enforcement raided a pub at Jubilee Hills and caught three persons who had consumed drugs. In another case, the team arrested two peddlers with MDMA, cocaine, hydroponic ganja, and LSD procured from Kerala

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah extended wishes to the people of Kerala on Kerala Piravi, celebrating the state’s formation in 1956. Modi lauded Kerala’s centuries-old heritage and global achievements, calling it a symbol of India’s cultural grandeur.