Kerala News Highlights: Massive fire erupts in shopping complex at Angamaly
Kerala News Highlights: Massive fire erupts in shopping complex at Angamaly
Follow5.00 PM:Â Massive fire erupts in shopping complex at Angamaly
A massive fire erupted at a shopping complex named Newyear Kuries at Angamaly on Friday. The fire fighters have reached the spot and is trying to douse the fire. Nobody has been injured in the incident reportedly.
4.30 PM: Incident of throwing shoes at CM's convoy: Journalist also booked by police
In the incident of throwing shoes at the Chief Minister's convoy during Nava Kerala Sadas, a journalist has also been booked by the police. Ernakulam Kurupampadi police registered a case against 24 news channel Kochi reporter Vineetha VG. Vineetha VG is the fifth accused in the case.
4.00 PM: IMD predicts rainfall in Kerala in next five days
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted rain in Kerala for the next five days as two cyclonic circulation have been formed over the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean. The IMD has predicted a possibility of moderate rain in isolated places for 5 days. Rain is likely in Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam Pathanamthitta and Idukki districts on the 23rd and 24th and Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam Pathanamthitta, Idukki, Malappuram and Wayanad districts on 25th and 26th.Â
3:40 pm: Man gets 82 years of imprisonment for sexually assaulting minor girl
A man has been sentenced to 82 years of imprisonment for sexually assaulting an eleven-year-old girl from the Palakkad Kongad Scheduled Caste category. The judgment was delivered by the Pattambi Pocso fast-track court. The accused, identified as Sivakumar and hailing from Mangaon, was found guilty of sexually assaulting the young victim on multiple occasions.
2:39 pm: Central government allocates Rs 1404 crores to Kerala
The Central government has allocated Rs 1404 crores to the state of Kerala, considering the upcoming festive season. This fund is designated as an additional tax contribution and is part of the total allocation of Rs 72,000 crores earmarked for various states. The decision to provide this financial support aims to assist Kerala during the festive period.
2:15 pm: Nava Kerala Sadas: Clash erupts between Youth Congress and DYFI workers at Kattakkada
Thiruvananthapuram: A clash erupted between Youth Congress and DYFI (Democratic Youth Federation of India) workers in Kattakkada, Thiruvananthapuram during the Nava Kerala Sadas event. The Youth Congress workers protested by jumping in front of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's vehicle, with about 25 activists hiding in shops and blocking the bus. In response, the police and DYFI members reportedly beat up the protestors, while security personnel attempted to control the situation. The Chief Minister was en route to the creek from Kattakkada constituency.
1.30 PM:Â Accused acquitted in Kodungallur CPM- DYFI leader KU Biju murder case
The Thrissur 4th Additional Sessions Court Judge K.V. Rajneesh acquitted 13 RSS-BJP workers in CPM's KU Biju murder case on Friday. The court expressed disbelief in the testimony and found the evidence insufficient. K.U. Biju was attacked on June 30, 2008. Biju died on July 2 while undergoing treatment.
12.40 PM: Nava Kerala Sadas: Youth Congress workers jump before CM's vehicle in Kattakkada
Youth Congress workers jumped before CM Pinarayi Vijayan's convoy protesting against the Nava Kerala Sadas on Friday. About 25 workers of the Youth Congress hiding inside the shops came suddenly before the CM's convoy. Police and DYFI workers present at the spot beat up the protesters.
12:37 pm: Three members of a family found dead in Kollam
Kollam: Three members of a family were found dead in Kollam. The deceased were identified as Kopara Printing press owner Rajeev, his wife Asha, and son Madhav. The incident happened this morning. Rajeev and his wife were found hanging dead in their bathroom and their son was lying on the bed
11:45 am: Dr Shahna death case: High Court grants conditional bail to accused Dr Ruwais
 The High Court has granted bail to Dr. Ruwais, who is on remand in the case of PG student of Thiruvananthapuram Medical College Dr. Shahana committed suicide. The High Court granted bail with conditions. The High Court also stated that the Disciplinary Committee can decide in consultation with the Health Department regarding the withdrawal of the suspension
11.00 AM: Accused in criminal case hacked to death in Thrissur
An accused in a criminal case was hacked to death in Thrissur's Valappad. Haridasan Nair (52), a native of Kaipamangalam, was killed. A verbal altercation during intoxication led to a fight. His two friends are in custody. The murder took place at Haridasan Nair's friend Suresh's house.
10.40 AM: RSS office in Pandalam vandalised
Unknown miscreants attacked the RSS office in Pandalam on Thursday night. The window of the RSS taluk office near Pandalam town was broken.
10:15 am: Man commits suicide after setting family on fire in Pathanapuram
A 40-year-old man named Rupesh set fire to his wife, Anju (27), and their daughter Arushma (10) in Pathanapuram Nadukunnu. Rupesh tragically lost his life, while Anju is currently undergoing treatment at Thiruvananthapuram Medical College, and their daughter Arushma is receiving treatment at SAT.
9.20 AM: Man dies after hit by lorry in Thiruvananthapuram
A man allegedly jumped in front of a tipper lorry leading to his death in Vattiyoorkavu, Thiruvananthapuram. The deceased is yet to be ascertained.
8:55 am: Kerala reports 265 COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours
The Health Ministry reported 265 new cases of Covid-19 in the state, with one death in the last 24 hours. The total active cases now stand at 2606. Additionally, the country recorded 328 new cases in the same period, bringing the total active cases nationwide to 2997.
8:47 AM: Nava Kerala Sadas: Youth Congress, DYFI unleash attacks on houses in Attingal
The Youth Congress and DYFI activists engaged in violence, attacking each other's houses in Attingal. Youth Congress workers targeted the home of DYFI activist Suhail, while, in retaliation, Youth Congress activists attacked the residence of Attingal Municipality Standing Committee Chairman Najam in Attingal.
8.23 AM: HC to consider Mariyakutty's plea over suspension of widow pension today
The Kerala High Court on Friday will again consider the petition filed by Adimali native Mariyakutty today questioning the suspension of widow pension. The single bench has asked the state government to answer why the pension was not paid. In this regard, the government will respond to the court today. Yesterday, the court also said that if the pension is not paid, the government should bear the expenses of Mariyakutty for three months. The High Court had also clarified that the central government should also reply to the state government's allegation that it has not received the central share.
8.15 AM:Â Car carrying Tamil Nadu natives collides with tipper lorry in Konni
A car carrying Tamil Nadu natives met with an accident after it collided with a tipper lorry in Konni Bridge Junction on Friday. 5 people were injured and one is reportedly in critical condition. They are natives of Krishnagiri.
