Top Kerala news developments today
The Hindu
Key news developments in Kerala on October 20, Thursday
Here are the important developments from Kerala to watch out for today:
1. General Secretary of the Egypt-based League of International Universities Osama Al Abed will inaugurate two-day Wafy-Wafiyya festival and graduation ceremony of Sunni scholars organised by Confederation of Islamic Colleges at Kozhikode today. Senior IUML leaders Panakkad Syed Sadiq Ali Shihab Thangal and P.K. Kunhalikutty to participate.
2. The Thiruvananthapuram district court will rule on the anticipatory bail plea moved by Congress legislator and rape case accused, Eldose Kunnappilly. The legislator representing the Perumbavoor constituency is incommunicado for the past 10 days. He is also yet to respond to a show cause notice slapped on him by the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC).
3. Kozhikode Qazi’s anticipatory bail petition in a sexual assault case is likely to be considered by a court today.
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.