Top Kerala news developments today
The Hindu
Key news developments in Kerala on October 27, Thursday
Here are the important developments from Kerala to watch out for today:
1. The District and Sessions Court, Ernakulam is expected to pronounce its order in the discharge petition filed by actor Dileep and his friend Sarath in the actor assault case today. The police had arraigned the duo as accused in the case related to the destruction of evidence following a further investigation.
2. Petitions by George Alencherry, Major Archbishop, Syro Malabar Church, challenging the criminal cases filed against him in connection with the sale of church land likely to come up before the kerala High Court today.
3. Experts from five European Union countries will present sustainable mobility solutions, at a workshop on Smart Cities and Sustainable Urban Development, organised by the India-EU Urban Partnership Programme in Kochi today.
4. Leader of the Opposition VD Satheesan to be presented an award in memory of IUML leader and former Rajya Sabha MP, BV Abdullakkoya in Kozhikode today. IUML State president Panakkad Syed Sadiq Ali Shihab Thangal will be present at the function.
5. The agitation against the Vizhinjam seaport project enters the 100th day today. Fishers to stage protest at sea and on land. Traffic along coastal road in Thiruvananthapuram is likely to be affected.
Ramanathapuram identifies 145 polling stations as sensitive, ensuring security with paramilitary forces ahead of assembly elections, says DEO.
BJP Puducherry president V. P Ramalingam files nomination for Raj Bhavan, joined by Union Minister Mandaviya and Khushbu Sundar.
History-sheeter 'Thoppai' Ganesh shot dead by police in Chennai after attacking officers during attempted escape.
The government plans to amend the FCRA, introducing new regulations for NGO asset management and accountability for key functionaries.
The draft policy for “Responsible Digital Use Among Students”, released on Monday by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, has recommended that parents set structured routines with clear screen-time rules and prioritise privacy, safety, and open conversation with children on digital well-being.
Police Observer Sushant Kumar Saxena conducts surprise inspection at Shencottai police station, reviewing warrants and security arrangements ahead of elections.
Andhra Pradesh government to launch key projects in April, focusing on industrial growth and infrastructure development, says Nara Lokesh.
Lok Sabha refers the Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill to a JPC amid opposition concerns over CSR provisions dilution.
SHG members in Kanniyakumari use snakes and ladders to raise election awareness and boost voter turnout.
Government accelerates consultations for early implementation of the Women’s Reservation Act to ensure women’s representation in 2029 elections.
CM A. Revanth Reddy distributes ₹1 crore insurance cheques to families of deceased Electricity department employees, enhancing financial security for workers.
The Bengaluru Traffic Police (BTP) registered 634 cases of drunk driving during a week-long special enforcement drive conducted across the city between March 16 and March 22.
GHMC intensifies action against property tax defaulters, seizing properties and offering a One Time Settlement scheme for payments.