Top Kerala news developments today
The Hindu
Key news developments in Kerala on May 25, Wednesday
Here are the important developments from Kerala to watch out for today
President Ram Nath Kovind, arrives in Thiruvananthapuram to inaugurate the National Women Legislator's Conference hosted by the Kerala Legislative Assembly. Women MPs, MLAs, Speakers, Ministers and Deputy Speakers from across the country will participate in the mega event. The conference is on Thursday. Traffic restrictions will kick in from Wednesday evening in the capital.
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will chair a cabinet meeting ahead of the reopening of schools. The cabinet will also review the rain havoc and assess crop loss. It will also vet the health department's plan to vaccinate children above 11 years against COVID-19 before starting the new academic year.
A magistrate court in Thiruvananthapuram will hear the State's plea to revoke the anticipatory bail granted to Kerala Janapaksham (Secular) leader P. C. George, ex-MLA, in a hate speech case registered at the Fort police station here.
A single bench of the Kerala High Court will hear a plea submitted by the survivor in the 2017 actor abduction and rape case, spotlighting what she perceives as attempts to sabotage the further investigation into the high-profile crime.
The High Court will consider the anticipatory bail plea moved by actor-producer Vijay Babu, accused of rape by a colleague and co-actor. The police have moved to cancel Mr. Babu's passport for non-appearance before the investigating officer. Mr. Babu's lawyers have indicated that the producer might surrender soon.
The police seized nearly 3 kg of contraband gold from a passenger who alighted at the Calicut airport from Bahrain.
Ranya Rao, caught smuggling gold at Kempegowda International Airport, claimed innocence, but agencies suspect syndicate involvement.
World Sleep Day: More than 26% of professionals said they are getting less than six hours of sleep in the night, a problem even more pronounced among entrepreneurs.
Samuel Browne's botanical explorations in 17th-century Madras offer insights into traditional plant uses and changing flora over time.
CPS Abolition Movement protests in Dindigul urging State government to implement old pension scheme promised by DMK.
Union Finance Minister criticizes removal of Indian currency symbol '₹' in Tamil Nadu Budget 2025-26 documents, citing national unity concerns.
State government provides ₹100 crore to KMRL for Kakkanad extension, speeding up construction and addressing funding issues.
ED joins probe into gold smuggling case involving Kannada actor Ranya Rao, raids multiple locations in Bengaluru.
Bombay High Court questions Maharashtra government on failure to register FIR against police officers in custodial death case.
Uttar Pradesh Minister Sanjay Nishad faces backlash for suggesting those who have issues with Holi colours should leave the country.
Tamil Nadu sees improved Olive Ridley turtle nesting season with over 2.5 lakh eggs collected, efforts to protect marine life.
Speeding bus crash on Paramakudi-Madurai highway kills woman, injures 23; driver flees scene, causing critical injuries.
Transport Minister flags off private and KSRTC buses from Goshree islands to Kochi city, improving public transportation.
TSPSC clarifies Group-I Mains exam evaluation process, releases key statistics, and addresses misinformation, ensuring fairness and transparency.