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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy 17 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Kerala Must Make Agriculture More Competitive, Innovative and Sustainable, Says KAU Vice Chancellor

Kerala’s farm sector needs to become more competitive, innovative and sustainable if it is to attract the next generation of entrepreneurs, Kerala Agricultural University Vice Chancellor T. Sajitha Rani said, highlighting a visible shift among young returnees from overseas jobs toward agriculture and agri-business. Her remarks reflect a broader policy challenge: converting renewed interest in farming into viable, technology-led enterprises that can withstand market and climate pressures.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance17 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

ED Searches 17 Kerala Locations in Alleged ₹550 Crore Co-operative Bank Fraud Probe

The Enforcement Directorate on Friday searched 17 locations across Kerala in connection with an alleged ₹550 crore fraud involving co-operative banking institutions, intensifying scrutiny of a sector long viewed as politically sensitive and financially vulnerable. The operation covered premises linked to the Urban Co-operative Society in Angamaly, Thennala Service Co-operative Bank and Kuttanellur Co-operative Bank, according to officials familiar with the probe.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy16 Oct 2026, 10:30 AM IST

Milma Posts 15% Rise in H1 FY27 Turnover to ₹2,559.71 Crore

Kerala cooperative dairy brand Milma reported a 15% year-on-year increase in turnover to ₹2,559.71 crore in the first half of FY27, underscoring resilient demand across its milk and value-added product lines. The three regional unions contributed ₹2,328.87 crore, while facilities under the Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation added ₹230.84 crore, highlighting broad-based revenue growth across the network.

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National Governance & Policy16 Oct 2026, 09:49 AM IST

Kerala Nuns Bring ‘Stand By Me’ Clothing Venture Home, Turning Solidarity Into Enterprise

Three Kerala nuns who publicly supported a nun accusing former Jalandhar Bishop Franco Mulakkal of rape have brought their clothing venture, Stand By Me, to their home state, transforming years of scrutiny into a visible act of economic and moral defiance. The move underscores how a case that shook the Catholic Church in India continues to reverberate through questions of institutional power, survivor support and the place of women religious in public life.

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National Governance & Policy16 Oct 2026, 09:29 AM IST

Flood Fears Mount as Flyover Plan at Puthukkad Triggers Drainage Concerns

Residents in Puthukkad, Kerala, are pressing for a pillar-supported flyover design, warning that the current plan could obstruct natural drainage and worsen waterlogging in an area already vulnerable to heavy monsoon runoff. The dispute has sharpened into a broader governance question over whether infrastructure expansion is being planned with sufficient attention to local hydrology and flood risk.

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India Entertainment & Culture16 Oct 2026, 08:48 AM IST

Watch: How a Man Becomes a Deity in Kerala’s Kathivanoor Veeran Theyyam

In North Kerala, Theyyam is more than performance: it is a ritual pathway through which an artist can embody a god. This dispatch follows Vinu Peruvannan as he transforms into Kathivanoor Veeran, the warrior-turned-deity whose story sits at the heart of one of Kerala’s most powerful living traditions.

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National Governance & Policy16 Oct 2026, 07:26 AM IST

Kerala’s Kerosene Squeeze Deepens as Central Allocations Shrink and Prices Rise

Shrinking central kerosene allocations and rising market prices are tightening pressure on Kerala’s traditional fishers and ration-card holders, many of whom still depend on the fuel for cooking, lighting, and small-scale livelihoods. The shortage is also exposing the difficulty of shifting vulnerable households to cleaner alternatives without reliable access, affordability, and infrastructure.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance16 Oct 2026, 04:21 AM IST

CPI(M) Tells Kottayam Leaders to Clear Cooperative Bank Dues or Face Discipline

The CPI(M) has directed its leaders in Kottayam, Kerala, to settle outstanding cooperative bank loans, warning that default will invite strict disciplinary action. The move underscores the party’s effort to enforce financial discipline within its ranks while protecting its long-standing credibility among cooperative institutions and local supporters.

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India Entertainment & Culture16 Oct 2026, 03:19 AM IST

When a Man Becomes a Deity: Inside the Kathivanoor Veeran Theyyam Tradition

In North Kerala, Theyyam is more than performance: it is ritual, inheritance and living faith. Following artiste Vinu Peruvannan as he transforms into Kathivanoor Veeran, this dispatch examines how hours of preparation, folklore and devotion converge to turn a mortal body into a vessel of the divine.

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National Governance & Policy16 Oct 2026, 02:38 AM IST

SFI Claims Sweep on 30 Campuses in Kozhikode College Union Polls

The Students’ Federation of India has claimed a strong showing in the latest college union elections in Kozhikode, saying it secured victories on 30 campuses. The result underscores the organisation’s continued influence in Kerala’s student politics, where campus contests often serve as a barometer of wider ideological strength and organisational reach.

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National Governance & Policy16 Oct 2026, 02:18 AM IST

Vizhinjam fishing harbour project set to materialise, says Kerala CM

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has said the long-promised Vizhinjam fishing harbour is moving toward reality, with a new 235-metre breakwater, a 500-metre L-shaped fishery berth and supporting infrastructure now part of the plan. The project is being positioned as a major upgrade for the state’s coastal economy, with dredging, lighting and road connectivity expected to improve operating conditions for fishers and related logistics.

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National Governance & Policy16 Oct 2026, 01:57 AM IST

Kerala’s Sabari Rail Revival Hinges on State Share, Says Chief Minister

Efforts are under way to revive the long-stalled Sabari rail project by using Kerala’s 50% financial share, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said, while noting that the Railways has been asked to contribute its portion as well. The project, whose estimated cost stood at ₹3,800 crore in 2023, remains a significant infrastructure proposal for improving connectivity in southern Kerala and easing pressure on existing transport corridors.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 08:29 PM IST

Dismantling KIIFB Would Set Kerala Back Three Decades, Says Thomas Isaac

Former Kerala Finance Minister Thomas Isaac has warned that dismantling the Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board, or KIIFB, would push the state’s development trajectory back by as much as 30 years. He argued that projects now being executed through the agency would otherwise take decades to complete if they depended only on routine budgetary allocations.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 04:01 PM IST

Kerala High Court Suspends Sentence of Former DGP Tomin J. Thachankary in Disproportionate Assets Case

The Kerala High Court has suspended the sentence of former Director General of Police Tomin J. Thachankary and granted him bail while his appeal against conviction is heard. In his challenge, Thachankary has argued that the prosecution relied on a flawed sanction order and miscalculated key income and asset components, including rental receipts, property income, family payments and assets linked to his wife.

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Healthcare, Pharma & Life Sciences15 Oct 2026, 07:07 AM IST

Kozhikode Medical College Cardiology Unit Faces Acute Staffing Strain

The cardiology department at Government Medical College Hospital, Kozhikode, is operating under a severe staffing deficit, with only eight doctors on the rolls against a sanctioned strength of 14. One of the available doctors has already been deployed on a working arrangement basis to Government Medical College Hospital, Wayanad, further tightening the unit’s capacity. The shortage raises fresh concerns over continuity of care in a high-demand specialty that handles time-sensitive cardiac emergencies.

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India Sports & Cricket15 Oct 2026, 03:21 AM IST

Abhishek Delivers for Kerala as Ranji Trophy Campaign Gains Early Momentum

Abhishek’s timely contribution in Kerala colours has given the side a valuable lift in the Ranji Trophy, underlining both his adaptability and the depth of the state’s batting resources. In a competition where early runs often shape the tone of an entire campaign, the innings stood out for its composure, context and significance.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy15 Oct 2026, 01:38 AM IST

CMFRI Initiative Turns Coastal Women into Fisheries Entrepreneurs Across Kerala

A Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute-led initiative is helping women in Kerala’s coastal districts move from informal livelihoods into organised micro-enterprises, with 84 ventures now operating across eight districts. The programme has lifted household incomes by an estimated 30% to 35%, underscoring the economic value of targeted women-led enterprise support in the fisheries sector.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 12:20 AM IST

Kochi Mayor Elected to Global Climate Alliance Board

Kochi Mayor M. Anilkumar has been elected to the board of the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy, placing the Kerala city in a prominent international forum on urban climate action. The appointment underscores the growing role of Indian local governments in shaping climate policy as cities confront rising heat, flooding and infrastructure stress.

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National Governance & Policy08 Oct 2026, 11:47 PM IST

Constitution Exhibition in Kerala Draws Young Minds Beyond the Textbook

A Constitution exhibition and public debate organised alongside the State Conference of the All India Lawyers Union in Kerala is turning into an unlikely civic classroom for students and young visitors. By tracing the making, evolution and lived meaning of India’s Constitution, the event is highlighting both celebrated national leaders and lesser-known contributors who shaped the republic’s democratic framework.

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India Entertainment & Culture08 Oct 2026, 11:16 PM IST

Champions Boat League 2026 Set for Kochi on October 10, Spotlighting Kerala’s Tourism-Driven Sporting Push

Kochi will host the Champions Boat League 2026 on October 10, underscoring Kerala’s continued use of sport as a platform for tourism promotion and regional branding. The event is expected to draw attention to the state’s backwater heritage while reinforcing the policy value of cultural-sporting spectacles in India’s domestic tourism economy.

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National Governance & Policy08 Oct 2026, 06:23 PM IST

Kerala Minister Anilkumar Announces Special Meeting on Attappady Land Issues

Kerala Minister Anilkumar said a special meeting will be convened to address long-pending land issues in Attappady, signalling renewed administrative attention to one of the state’s most sensitive land-rights challenges. He added that the Revenue Department will move to issue title deeds to people from Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe and fishing communities after the state’s 100-day action programme.

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National Governance & Policy08 Oct 2026, 01:48 PM IST

Kerala Social Media Influencer Booked Over Alleged Sexual Harassment of Minor Boy

Police in Kerala have booked a woman social media influencer after a complaint accused her of sexually harassing a minor boy. Officials said a detailed investigation is underway and the boy’s statement has already been recorded, with authorities treating the matter as a serious allegation involving a child victim.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy08 Oct 2026, 01:59 AM IST

IMD Warns of Heavy Rain Across Five States as Bay of Bengal System May Strengthen by October 15

The India Meteorological Department has warned of heavy rainfall over Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh and Karnataka as a developing circulation over the Bay of Bengal is expected to intensify into a low-pressure area, and potentially a depression, by October 15. The timing is significant because it aligns with the normal onset window of the northeast monsoon, raising the risk of widespread weather disruption, localized flooding and pressure on transport, agriculture and urban infrastructure.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy07 Oct 2026, 06:23 PM IST

IMD Flags Heavy Rain Across South India as Northeast Monsoon Nears Normal Onset

The India Meteorological Department has indicated that heavy rain is likely over Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Mahe, Puducherry and Karnataka in the coming days as atmospheric conditions begin to shift over the Bay of Bengal. Models suggest the northeast monsoon could arrive within the next 10 days, broadly around its normal schedule, after a transition to easterly winds sets in.

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Startups & Venture Capital07 Oct 2026, 02:26 PM IST

Kerala Agricultural University Signs Pact with Fuselage Flying Club to Expand Drone Pilot Training

Kerala Agricultural University has entered into a memorandum of understanding with Fuselage Flying Club to broaden the scope of drone pilot training through its Remote Pilot Training Organisation under the Agri-Business Incubator. The agreement is aimed at strengthening skilling in unmanned aerial systems, a technology increasingly central to precision agriculture, farm monitoring and rural enterprise development.

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Startups & Venture Capital07 Oct 2026, 01:22 PM IST

Kerala Agricultural University Signs Pact with Fuselage Flying Club to Expand Drone Pilot Training

Kerala Agricultural University has entered into a memorandum of understanding with Fuselage Flying Club to broaden the scope of drone pilot training through its Remote Pilot Training Organisation under the Agri-Business Incubator. The move underscores the growing role of drones in Indian agriculture, where precision spraying, crop monitoring, and data-driven farm management are becoming increasingly important.

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National Governance & Policy07 Oct 2026, 01:00 PM IST

Kerala Government Order to Drop Six Water Metro Terminals Draws Sharp Criticism

A government order that removes six proposed Water Metro terminals in Kochi has triggered criticism from local observers and transport advocates, who say the move could weaken the project’s wider connectivity goals. The dropped terminals — Thevara, Aster, Amrita, Kothad, Cheriyamthuruth and Mulavukad — were seen as important links for commuters living beyond the immediate city core.

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India Entertainment & Culture07 Oct 2026, 10:08 AM IST

Kerala Government to Open Talks on Calligraphy Academy to Preserve the Art Form

The Kerala government is set to begin discussions on establishing a dedicated academy for calligraphy, a move aimed at formalising training and protecting the cultural integrity of the art form. The proposed institution would serve as a centre for learning, preservation, and public appreciation, reflecting a broader push to safeguard traditional artistic practices in a rapidly digitising society.

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India Entertainment & Culture07 Oct 2026, 10:07 AM IST

Basanth Peringode Brings Kerala’s Mural Tradition to Rashtrapati Bhavan

Celebrated muralist, art director and production designer Basanth Peringode is among a select group of eminent artists chosen to create permanent works for the presidential museum at Rashtrapati Bhavan. His inclusion underscores the growing national recognition of Kerala’s distinctive mural tradition as a living artistic language with contemporary relevance. The commission places regional heritage at the centre of one of India’s most visible cultural institutions.

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National Governance & Policy07 Oct 2026, 03:38 AM IST

Kerala Governor Urges Students to Resolve Disputes with Vice-Chancellors Through Dialogue

Kerala Governor Rajendra Arlekar on Thursday urged students to settle their differences with vice-chancellors through discussion rather than confrontation, framing dialogue as the most durable route to academic stability. His remarks came at a convocation where honorary degrees were conferred on filmmaker Sathyan Anthikad, industrialist P.K. Ahammed and scientist E.D. Jemmis, underscoring the university’s emphasis on public service, industry and research.

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National Governance & Policy06 Oct 2026, 10:37 PM IST

Kerala Allows Supplyco to Resume Rice Mill Agreements as Kharif Procurement Deadline Looms

Kerala has permitted the state-run Supplyco to resume agreements with rice mills, a move aimed at ensuring that paddy procurement for this year’s Kharif season begins on schedule. The decision reflects the government’s effort to prevent delays in the farm procurement chain and safeguard the state’s food supply operations.

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National Governance & Policy06 Oct 2026, 08:20 PM IST

Kerala Forest Minister, Former IFS Officer Trade Blame Over Chinnakkanal Conflict

A day after Shibu Baby John described the human-elephant conflict in Chinnakkanal as a man-made problem, former Indian Forest Service officer Prakriti Srivastava said a letter attributed to her was being cited without its full context. The exchange has sharpened scrutiny of how Kerala frames wildlife conflict, land-use pressure and administrative responsibility in one of the state’s most sensitive forest corridors.

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National Governance & Policy06 Oct 2026, 03:27 PM IST

Kerala’s Push for ‘Affordable’ Private Health Care Exposes a Regulatory Fault Line

Kerala’s plan to draft a new Bill on private health care has revived scrutiny of the Kerala Clinical Establishments (Registration and Regulations) Act, 2018, a law intended to bring both public and private providers under a common regulatory framework. The move has also sharpened tensions with the private health sector, which continues to resist tighter oversight even as the state argues that affordability and accountability must go hand in hand.

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National Governance & Policy06 Oct 2026, 03:27 PM IST

Four Students Injured as Protest Erupts at Central University of Kerala During Vande Mataram Seminar

Four students were injured after a protest broke out at the Central University of Kerala during a seminar linked to Vande Mataram, according to student accounts. The confrontation escalated into allegations that police used force, including tearing students’ clothes while trying to disperse the crowd, raising fresh questions about campus policing and the handling of dissent in higher education institutions.

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India Entertainment & Culture06 Oct 2026, 02:23 PM IST

Kerala Government to Open Talks on Calligraphy Academy to Safeguard the Art Form

The Kerala government is preparing to begin discussions on establishing a dedicated academy for calligraphy, a move aimed at creating a formal centre for learning and preserving the discipline’s artistic integrity. The proposed institution is expected to position calligraphy not merely as a decorative practice, but as a cultural heritage form deserving structured support and transmission.

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National Governance & Policy06 Oct 2026, 02:02 PM IST

Malarikkal’s Pink Bloom Draws Tourists, but Ecologists Warn of an Expanding Water Lily Threat

A two-year study commissioned for the Kerala State Biodiversity Board has found that the water lily spreading across Malarikkal after the 2018 floods has grown at an unprecedented and largely uncontrolled pace. While the seasonal bloom has turned the village into a tourism magnet and lifted incomes for farmers, boat operators and local residents, ecologists warn it may be disrupting aquatic plants, reducing sunlight penetration and altering water flow, with possible methane emissions from decaying biomass adding to the concern.

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India Entertainment & Culture06 Oct 2026, 07:46 AM IST

Australian Producer Victor Van Vugt Makes Malayalam Cinema Debut with 'Tharkkam'

Australian sound producer Victor Van Vugt, known internationally for his work with Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, has entered Malayalam cinema with the film 'Tharkkam'. In a notable cross-cultural move, Van Vugt has spoken about his first visit to India, his immersion in Kerala’s soundscape, and the creative possibilities of working in one of India’s most distinctive regional film industries.

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National Governance & Policy06 Oct 2026, 04:52 AM IST

Vizhinjam fishing harbour set to take shape with new breakwater, berth and support works

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said the long-promised Vizhinjam fishing harbour is moving toward reality, with a 235-metre breakwater, a 500-metre L-shaped fishery berth and supporting infrastructure now planned. The project is expected to strengthen coastal livelihoods while improving landing, storage and access facilities for the fishing community.

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National Governance & Policy06 Oct 2026, 01:30 AM IST

Malappuram to Host KSTA State Conference in February, Signalling a Key Forum for Kerala’s Teachers

Malappuram will host the Kerala School Teachers Association’s state conference in February, bringing together educators, union leaders and policy stakeholders at a time when school governance and classroom reform remain high on the agenda in Kerala. The gathering is expected to serve as a platform for discussions on teacher welfare, education policy and the operational challenges facing the state’s public school system.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy05 Oct 2026, 08:28 PM IST

CIAL User Fee Faces Renewed Scrutiny as Critics Question Airport Priorities

The user fee collected at Kochi’s Cochin International Airport Ltd. is drawing fresh scrutiny amid questions over whether passengers should continue paying without a clearer long-term infrastructure payoff. Critics argue the levy would be easier to justify if the airport authority were using it to finance a second runway, a project seen as central to future capacity and operational resilience.

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National Governance & Policy05 Oct 2026, 07:02 PM IST

Kerala High Court Rebukes PSC for Non-Cooperation in Planning Board Exam Probe

The Kerala High Court has sharply criticised the Public Service Commission for failing to cooperate with the investigation into alleged irregularities in the evaluation process for the post of Chief (Industry and Infrastructure Division) in the Kerala State Planning Board. Justice A. Badharudeen orally indicated that the material before the court suggested a larger conspiracy, intensifying scrutiny over the integrity of the recruitment process. The remarks add judicial pressure to a case that has raised serious concerns about transparency in public appointments.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy05 Oct 2026, 05:58 PM IST

Mission Samudra: Kerala Bets on Ports to Power a New Growth Corridor

Kerala has unveiled Mission Samudra, a ₹400-crore initiative designed to build an integrated logistics hub around the state’s maritime strengths and deepen its role in India’s coastal economy. The project signals a strategic shift toward port-led industrial growth, with policymakers seeking to convert geography into a durable fiscal and employment advantage.

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National Governance & Policy05 Oct 2026, 12:37 PM IST

Kerala Government Receives Legal Opinion to Proceed Against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar in Abetment Case

Kerala’s government has received legal advice indicating there is no legal bar to proceeding against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar in connection with an abetment to suicide case linked to the death of Malaysian national Lee See Been. The opinion, issued by Director General of Prosecution T. Asaf Ali, strengthens the state’s position as the matter moves into a sensitive legal and institutional phase.

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National Governance & Policy05 Oct 2026, 08:32 AM IST

Once Thought Extinct, Tiny Plant Becomes the Symbol of Wildlife Week at Kerala’s Parambikulam

A rare plant once presumed lost to science has emerged as the symbolic centrepiece of Wildlife Week at Parambikulam in Kerala, underscoring the conservation value of the Western Ghats. The exhibition has been named after Haplothismia exannulata, a minute forest species rediscovered 26 years ago after more than a century without a recorded sighting.

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National Governance & Policy05 Oct 2026, 01:13 AM IST

Tusker Pallatt Brahmadathan Dies After Lightning Strike Near Erattupetta in Kerala's Kottayam

Pallatt Brahmadathan, the widely admired tusker known to elephant lovers as Gaja Kausthubham Pallatt Brahmadathan, died after being struck by lightning near Erattupetta in Kerala's Kottayam district. The death has prompted renewed attention to the vulnerability of captive elephants during severe weather and the broader welfare responsibilities surrounding their care.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy04 Oct 2026, 09:38 PM IST

India IT Q2 Preview: Modest Growth, Steady Margins as Deal Conversion and AI Deflation Take Center Stage

India’s top IT services firms are expected to report muted second-quarter revenue growth and largely stable margins, as clients continue to rein in discretionary technology spending amid geopolitical uncertainty. Analysts say the bigger story this quarter will be deal conversion, delayed decision-making and the early impact of artificial intelligence on pricing, delivery models and revenue recognition timelines.

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India Entertainment & Culture04 Oct 2026, 09:17 PM IST

Singeetham Srinivasa Rao and Kamal Haasan: The Partnership That Rewrote Indian Cinema’s Limits

Singeetham Srinivasa Rao and Kamal Haasan built one of Indian cinema’s most daring creative partnerships, repeatedly pushing form, character and narrative beyond conventional boundaries. From a dialogue-free film to a dwarf protagonist and a single actor playing four roles, their collaborations turned high-risk ideas into enduring works of popular and critical significance.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy04 Oct 2026, 07:30 PM IST

Most G20 Members Reject U.S. Line on Industrial Overcapacity and Forced Labour

A broad majority of G20 members have distanced themselves from the United States on two politically charged trade issues: excess industrial capacity and forced labour in supply chains. Only Mexico and Argentina joined Washington in backing a statement that pressed those concerns, underscoring the limited coalition behind the U.S. position and the deep divisions shaping global economic diplomacy.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy04 Oct 2026, 07:09 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Suspends Highway Engineers Over Hindi Signboard, Opens Departmental Probe

Tamil Nadu authorities have suspended two assistant engineers from the Highways Department after a highway signboard was found carrying Hindi lettering, triggering an immediate administrative response. The state has also initiated departmental proceedings, underscoring the sensitivity around language policy and official communication in a state that has long resisted the wider use of Hindi in public signage.

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