Kerala News Highlights: Youth Congress state president Rahul Mamkootathil underwent medical examination again
Kerala News Highlights: Youth Congress state president Rahul Mamkootathil underwent medical examination again
Follow4:52 pm: Rs 2 crore worth of gold seized from Karipur Airport
A gold worth Rs 2 crore was found in the lavatory of the plane in Karipur. The gold was found on an IndiGo flight from Dubai. The customs investigation has been initiated.
4:40 PM: Police will ensure the safety of Vandiperiyar victim's family, says Idukki SP
District Superintendent of Police TK Vishnu Pradeep informed that the police have taken strong measures for the safety of the family members of the victim in the Vandiperiyar case. An instruction has been given to Vandiperiyar station house officer in this regard.
4:31 pm: Youth Congress state president Rahul Mankoothil underwent medical examination again
Youth Congress state president Rahul Mankoothil underwent medical examination again. The court directed Rahul to undergo a detailed medical examination. The court will direct where the medical examination should be conducted.
4:01 pm: 'I do not feel threatened by these protests...' Kerala Governor on LDF protests in Idukki
Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan on Tuesday (Jan 9) inaugurated the Karunya Family Welfare Scheme of Kerala Vyapari Vyavasayi Ekopana Samithi in Thodupuzha amidst protests by DYFI, SFI and Youth Front (M). During the traders' event, Governor Khan said, "At the age of thirty-five, I left the Union Cabinet. There were five attempts on my life between 1985 and 1990. I had an iron rod struck to my head in 1990. I am currently 72 years old and living on borrowed time. The blockades and protests do not intimidate me. According to Khan, using force and threats is contrary to democracy."
3:15 pm: PM Modi to visit Kerala again on January 17
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Thrissur again according to recent reports. He is expected to visit the Guruvayur Sri Krishna temple to attend the wedding of actor-politician Suresh Gopi's daughter on January 17. The marriage's muhurtham is scheduled on that specific day between 8:45 and 9:15 a.m. By 8 am, PM Modi will be present at the shrine to offer prayers. The Prime Minister will reportedly depart the location right after following the "tying the knot" ceremony. He will not be present at the reception being held in Gokulam Park.
2:31 pm: Handrail of the Sabarimala Sannidhanam collapsed due to rush
The handrail at the Sabarimala Sannidhanam collapsed, linking the flyover to the shrine's front, due to a surge of pilgrims. The incident occurred amidst an already existing lack of organization. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the accident.
2:10 pm: Farmers to hold strike in front of Supplyco office in Kottayam
Kottayam: The farmers in Kottayam are in distress as they have not received the amount of paddy from Supplyco even after months of paddy cultivation. The farmers are scheduled to strike in front of the Kottayam Supplyco office from January 10.
1:00 pm: Rahul Mamkootathil's mother responds to media over his arrest
The mother of Rahul Mamkootathil responded to his arrest, saying her son didn't do anything wrong to be taken away like this. She mentioned Rahul's bravery and how he wouldn't be scared by the situation
12:30 pm:Clash erupted during youth congress protests in Palakkad
11:50 am: Two people died as bike hits car in Kasaragod
Two people were killed in a collision between a scooter and a car in Kasaragod. The deceased have been identified as Naranayan and Gopalakrishnan, natives of Chattanchal, who were traveling on a scooter.
11:25 am: CPM workers raise abusive slogans against Governor during protest in Idukki
Two CPM area committees in Thodupuzha organized a march in opposition to the governor's visit in Idukki. During the protest, CPM workers reportedly raised provocative slogans, including 'Themmadi (a wicked or evil person), Thanthonni and Patti.
11:05 am: Protestors raise black flag against governor in Thodupuzha
Governor Arif Mohammed Khan reached Thodupuzha for inauguration program. Meanwhile, protestors raised black flag against governor in various places in Thodupuzha
10:56 am: Rahul Mamkootathil to be produced in Vanchiyoor Court soon
10:51 am: Protesters blocked the vehicle of police carrying Rahul Mamkootathil to the court
10:34 am: Keraleeyam: State govt has no record of amount collected through sponsorship, reveals RTI
Keraleeyam, the 7-day long event that was organised in November as part of Kerala Day by the LDF-led Pinarayi government was severely criticised by the Opposition for its extravagant expenses amid the financial crisis in the state. Now, an RTI report stated that the government's claim that it collected the highest amount through sponsorship, does not have details of the amount collected by the GST department.
9:49 am: SFI workers raise black flag against governor near the venue in Thodupuzha
Governor Arif Mohammed Khan will visit Thodupuzha to inaugurate the Karunyam project in Idukki. Large security arrangements have been made in Thodupuzha and along Governor's Road in anticipation of the LDF protest. Meanwhile, SFI raised a black banner against the governor in Thodupuzha in the morning. The banner is hoisted near the venue of the traders' event.
9:32 am: Youth Congress to hold widespread protest over arrest of Youth President Rahul Mamkootathil
The Youth Congress is gearing up for a massive protest against the arrest of Youth Congress state president Rahul Mamkootathil. The youth congress members alleged that the police treated Rahul like a terrorist and the whole house was surrounded by the police. Youth Congress workers have announced that they will organize a widespread protest against the police action.
9:08 am: Kerala to receive heavy rainfall with thunder and lightening today
The weather forecast says that there is a chance of rain with thunder and lightning at isolated places in the state today. According to the India Meteorological Department, strong winds with a speed of 30 to 40 km per hour are likely along with rain accompanied by thunder and lightning.
8:50 am: Smart city projects to be completed by March; says government
The government has said that the construction of smart city roads around the capital city will be completed by the end of March. The explanation is that the work is going on according to the timetable and the entire road will be opened before the rains.
8:23 am: LDF starts protest amid governor's visit to Thodupuzha
Kerala governor Arif Muhammad Khan will reach Thodupuzha this morning amid high security for LDF protests. High securities have been put in the state due to the possibility of protests. Meanwhile, LDF has started a hartal in Idukki against the governor for not signing the Land Amendment Bill.
8:16 am: Youth Congress state president Rahul Mamkootathil arrested
Youth Congress state president Rahul Mamkootathil was arrested over the Secretariat March case today. Rahul was arrested by the Cantonment police in Pathanamthitta this morning. The police said that the arrest was made in a case of violence related to the Secretariat March.
