Verified public communiques, state cabinet policies, administrative decisions, and regional reporting for Kerala.
Hundreds of settler families in Kottayam’s high ranges are rallying to keep four villages out of the Centre’s draft Ecologically Sensitive Areas (ESA) notification, with local bodies and political leaders filing objections. The state government is seeking to shrink the proposed ESA footprint while excluding inhabited agricultural lands.
Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan addressed an alumni gathering at his former Panangad High School on September 13, reflecting on how the school shaped his English communication skills. The event, inaugurated by High Court judge Devan Ramachandran, was attended by several state ministers and the deputy speaker.
Ferry services to Mattancherry and Kamalakadavu jetties remain suspended, disrupting tourists and daily commuters. The State Water Transport Department cites pending dredging at Mattancherry and a delayed handover by CSML at Kamalakadavu as the reasons.
The Kerala Assistant Public Prosecutors Association held its annual general body meeting on September 12, 2026, and elected a new slate of office‑bearers. Zina Divakar was chosen as president, with several vice‑presidents, secretaries and a treasurer appointed to lead the body.
Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL) has launched a passenger‑assistance robot at its Kalangan art museum inside the domestic security area, providing navigation help and cultural information. The robot, built by Pune‑based Kinetics Robotics, marks the first phase of a wider rollout that will later include check‑in hall bots and potential delivery robots.
Russian nationals and tourists in Thiruvananthapuram voted at the Honorary Consulate for the upcoming State Duma elections. Around ten voters cast their ballots on Saturday, with additional voting planned for Kudankulam plant workers on Sunday.
Kollam MP N.K. Premachandran urged the removal of operational hurdles for VB‑GRAM G workers at a DISHA meeting, calling for revised geofencing limits to improve attendance tracking via the NMMS app. He highlighted the need for smoother digital attendance processes for the scheme’s workforce.
Frequent power cuts across Kerala are disrupting electric‑vehicle owners’ charging routines, prompting anxiety over vehicle readiness. The Kerala State Electricity Board has advised users to schedule charging during off‑peak hours to mitigate the impact.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said the Enforcement Directorate's charges in the CMRL‑Exalogic payoff case reveal a shared political agenda between the BJP and Congress. He noted that while non‑BJP parties have accused the ED of being a tool of the Centre, Congress leaders in Kerala appeared to back the agency’s actions against CPI(M) leaders.
Kerala's government launched the Elder‑Friendly Office Certification (EFOC) scheme to evaluate the accessibility of public offices for senior citizens. The initiative, announced by the Chief Minister's Office, aims to create a uniform certification system across the state’s rapidly ageing population.
Town police arrested Safarnas of Parambil Bazaar in Malappuram for allegedly absconding with gold ornaments worth ₹1.39 crore after collecting them on a commission basis. The arrest follows a complaint by jeweller K.M. Rajeevan and a subsequent investigation that traced the suspect to the district.
A suspected artillery shell was retrieved from a fishing net off Puthiyappa harbour on September 9, prompting an inspection by local police and a bomb detection squad. The device was later transferred to an Armed Reserve camp while the Coast Guard and Navy were notified for further analysis.
Police in Kozhikode arrested a 22‑year‑old man on September 11 for allegedly attempting to film a hospital toilet. The detention came after a woman lodged a complaint about the incident in ward 203 of Kozhikode Medical College Hospital.
The Kerala State Human Rights Commission ordered the National Highways Authority of India to finish the pedestrian underpass between Marottichodu and Edappally Market on NH 66 within two months. The directive follows a suo motu case concerning the underpass’s impact on nearby foot overbridge and pedestrian pathways.
Apartment owners represented by CATAOA have demanded the immediate appointment of a dedicated project officer and the establishment of a project office to address demolition delays at Chander Kunj Army Towers in Fort Kochi. They also urged the swift convening of the District Collector’s committee and the sub‑committee chaired by the Fort Kochi Revenue Divisional Officer to oversee demolition and reconstruction.
Veteran Konkani language activist and Padma Shri awardee N. Purushothama Mallya died at age 97 on September 11. He was the founder of the Konkani Bhasha Prachar Sabha and a prominent campaigner for linguistic recognition of Konkani in Kerala.
The Kerala High Court reprimanded state authorities for neglecting road safety and allowing reckless operation of heavy vehicles, including private buses. The court ordered stricter verification of drivers and announced regular traffic safety campaigns.
On World Suicide Prevention Awareness Day, the Keralam chapter of the Indian Psychiatric Society launched the ‘Susmitham – Mind Your Mind, Mental Health Matters’ campaign to promote open dialogue on mental health and reduce stigma. The initiative seeks to encourage timely professional help for those in need.
Four men from West Bengal were arrested after a joint operation seized over 71 kg of ganja at Palakkad railway station on September 10, 2026, and a separate seizure of 53.453 kg was made a week earlier at Olavakkode involving six Odisha natives. Authorities suspect both groups belong to a larger network trafficking cannabis from eastern states to Kerala.
The Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) has begun expanding its mechanised Aravana plant to boost daily output ahead of the Sabarimala pilgrimage season. The upgrade aims to raise capacity to 3.25 lakh containers and build a buffer stock of over 45 lakh tins before the November opening.
