Top Kerala news developments today
The Hindu
Key news developments in Kerala on May 31, Tuesday
Here are the important developments from Kerala to watch out for today
Voting gathers pace in the closely- fought Thrikkakara Assembly bye-poll, with opposing candidates expressing confidence that they would prevail at the hustings. Campaign managers are busy making a last-minute pitch to persuade their supporters to cast their votes without fail.
The Crime Branch will appraise the special court trying the 2017 actor abduction and rape case about the progress of its further investigation into the second set of allegations against actor Dileep. The charges against him included tampering with evidence, swaying prosecution witnesses and conspiring to harm officers who arraigned him as accused in the high-profile offence.
High Court will hear actor-producer Vijay Babu’s plea seeking anticipatory bail in a rape case registered against him by the police on a complaint filed by a fellow actor and recent film-set colleague. The police believe Mr. Babu is absconding and have moved to impound his passport. They have sought his custody for questioning. Meanwhile, speculation is rife in the media that Mr. Babu might surrender before the investigating officer in Kochi without delay.
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will inaugurate a Local Self Government Department function wherein Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact remotely with beneficiaries of Centrally sponsored schemes
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.