The 41st edition of the Cochin Carnival promises a spectacular two-week extravaganza in Kochi, Kerala, blending traditional Keralan culture with modern innovation, featuring robotic elephants, international music acts, and the iconic burning of the Papanji effigy.
Cyclone Fengal pummels Tamil Nadu and Kerala with torrential rainfall, causing widespread flooding and significant damage. Vehicles are swept away, and the IMD issues red alerts for several districts. Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister pledges support and visits affected areas.
In a bid to revitalize tourism in landslide-affected Wayanad, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi took a thrilling ride on Kerala’s longest zipline. This comes as his sister Priyanka Gandhi campaigns for the Lok Sabha bypoll in the constituency. The event highlights the challenges faced by the region and Gandhi’s commitment to Wayanad’s recovery.
A Kerala court intervened in a unique case, ordering a jail to refrain from cutting a prisoner’s hair after he argued it was crucial for his potential role in a Tamil film. The accused, a former Tamil movie actor, was arrested for sexual assault but refused to comply with the mandatory haircut rule for prisoners. This case raises questions about balancing prison regulations with individual aspirations, especially when it comes to artistic endeavors.
A Kerala IAS officer has filed a complaint after his personal WhatsApp number was hacked and used to create a religious group. The officer alleges that he was not involved in the creation of the group and that officers from various communities were added to it. The Kerala government has announced a probe into the incident, describing it as ‘serious’ and expressing concern about community-based divisions.
Nishadh Yusuf, a prominent film editor known for his work on acclaimed Malayalam films like ‘Thallumaala’ and ‘Chaaver’, was found dead in his apartment in Kerala. Police suspect the incident to be a case of suicide. Yusuf was a recipient of the Kerala State Film Award for Best Editor in 2022 for his work on ‘Thallumaala’.
A firecracker accident during a Theyyam performance at a temple in Kasaragod, Kerala, left 154 people injured, including eight with serious burns. Three suspects have been arrested, and a Special Investigation Team (SIT) is investigating the incident. The accident raises questions about safety protocols and legal permissions for the firework display.
The Kerala Chief Minister’s convoy was involved in a collision in Thiruvananthapuram after a sudden maneuver by a two-wheeler driver. The incident sparked a debate on social media with users scrutinizing the events and assigning blame. The incident also prompted a review of safety protocols for CM convoys.
A devastating fireworks accident during a temple festival in Neeleswaram, Kerala, has left over 150 people injured, with eight individuals in critical condition. The explosion occurred late Monday night during the Theyam Ket Mahotsav at Anjutambalam Veerarkav, sending shockwaves through the community. Local authorities have responded swiftly, with emergency services transporting the injured to hospitals in Kasargod, Kannur, and Mangaluru.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s convoy was involved in a minor accident in Thiruvananthapuram after the pilot car braked suddenly to avoid a scooter. While the Chief Minister’s vehicle sustained minor damage, he was unharmed and continued his journey. The incident highlights concerns about convoy safety and has led to calls for enhanced protocols. Separately, Kerala Police have registered a case against individuals who allegedly disrupted the Thrissur Pooram festival in April.
