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Kerala Road Rage Viral Video: Man Hurls Stone At Car After Bike Collision

Divya Danu — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 21:36:18 +0530

A road rage incident in Tirur, Malappuram, Kerala, has sparked debate online after a video showed a man wearing helmet throwing a stone at a moving car following an alleged dispute over a car brushing against a motorcycle. The video has drawn mixed reactions, with some users criticising the man's aggressive response, while others stressed the need to settle road accidents calmly.

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Viral road rage video from Tirur

According to available information, the argument began after the car allegedly brushed against the man's motorcycle. The dispute escalated when the man threw a stone at the car as it drove away.

Social Media Users React To Road Rage Video

Several users urged both parties to resolve such disputes through discussion rather than violence. One commenter said drivers should stop after a collision, talk to each other and settle the damage instead of allowing tempers to flare.

Another suggested that India could learn from Gulf countries, where traffic police are often called to handle vehicle disputes and determine responsibility.

Some also argued that drivers should not simply leave after damaging another vehicle. However, others warned that throwing stones at moving cars could cause a serious accident.

One user pointed out that the situation could have ended tragically if the car driver had accelerated towards the man standing in the middle of the road, throwing stones.

The video also renewed discussion about road rage, accountability and the importance of handling minor traffic disputes without putting lives at risk.

'We Are Leaving This World': Gurugram Techie, Wife Found Dead; Email, 'I Love You' Note Under Probe

Divya Danu — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:32:38 +0530

Gurugram police suspect an IT professional killed his wife before dying by suicide after the couple were found dead in their M3M Marina apartment, the woman's birthday. Mohammad Aslam had emailed his employer saying, "We are leaving this world."

An email sent to his employer at around 7 am, carrying the words 'We are leaving this world', led to the discovery of a young IT professional and his wife dead inside their rented apartment in Gurugram. The tragedy unfolded on Wednesday, which was also the woman's birthday, leaving both families in Kerala struggling to understand what had happened.

Mohammad Aslam, 30, and his wife Farhana, who was about to turn 28, were found dead in their apartment at the M3M Marina residential society. Police suspect that Aslam killed Farhana before dying by suicide, but the sequence of events and the exact cause of death remain under investigation.

The couple, both employed in the technology sector, had moved to Gurugram from Bengaluru around three months ago. They had married in 2023 and had spent about two years in Bengaluru before relocating.

According to police, Aslam sent an email to his employer at around 7 am on Wednesday, writing, “We are leaving this world.” He also shared the contact numbers of his parents and landlord and asked the company to inform them.

Concerned colleagues contacted the landlord, who went to the couple's flat in Tower 7 of M3M Marina. The apartment door was reportedly not bolted when he arrived.

Inside, he found Aslam hanging and Farhana lying lifeless on the floor with an injury mark on her neck. He alerted the police at Badshapur police station.

A police response team reached the apartment at around 8 am, followed by other officials. A note recovered from the residence also carried the words, "We are leaving this world." Investigators further found the words “I love you” handwritten on Farhana's clothes.

Police are examining these details as part of the investigation. The messages alone do not establish what happened inside the apartment or the circumstances that led to the deaths.

Police seize laptops, phones and other evidence

Investigators recovered three laptops, two mobile phones, a rope, a diary, a pair of scissors, a pen drive and the note from the apartment. The electronic devices and other material have been seized for forensic examination.

Police have registered a murder case under Section 103(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which deals with murder. The investigation is focused on establishing the sequence of events and determining the cause of death.

An officer said the note did not contain allegations against anyone. Police also said the cause of death could be established only after the post-mortem examinations.

The bodies were moved to a mortuary and identified by family members on Friday, according to the account provided. The post-mortem reports were awaited at the time of reporting.

The deaths have left the couple's relatives in Kerala shocked. Family members said they were unaware of any marital discord and described Aslam and Farhana as being close to each other.

Faisal, Farhana's brother, said the families had not known of any serious problems between the couple.

“The couple shared a really close bond. Both were happy with each other and had no marital discord. There was no issue with the family either. But hearing this has left both families in shock,” he said.

Relatives also said Aslam had been undergoing treatment for depression for around one-and-a-half years. They said he had been taking medication and attending therapy, but neither he nor Farhana had discussed difficulties that might have indicated the seriousness of their situation.

Faisal said the family suspected that pressure at work could have played a role, although they had no confirmation.

“We used to go on trips together, and I connected very well with my brother-in-law. We suspect that work pressure in the IT sector may have led to the incident. They never discussed anything that suggested they were suffering or going through something so bad. Work pressure is the only reason we suspect, but only God and the two of them knew what was happening,” he said.

The alleged role of work pressure remains a family suspicion, not an established finding of the police investigation.

From Bengaluru to Gurugram

Aslam, a native of Kozhikode in Kerala, had joined an Indonesia-based IT company with an office in Gurugram's Sector 58. He graduated in electrical and electronics engineering from the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Calicut, in 2018 and completed his MBA from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Indore, in 2020.

Farhana, who hailed from Malappuram district, worked from home for an IT firm based in Bengaluru. She had completed her BTech from MES College of Engineering in Kuttippuram, Kerala.

The couple moved to Gurugram around three months before the incident, after living in Bengaluru for approximately two years.

Another relative, Abdul Azeez, reportedly said the family believed the incident might have occurred around midnight. Farhana was due to celebrate her birthday on Wednesday.

“Her parents have been left shattered. We just want to take their bodies home,” he said.

Police continue to examine the recovered material and await the medical findings to establish what happened in the apartment. For the two families, the immediate concern remains bringing the couple's bodies home and understanding a tragedy they say they had no reason to anticipate.

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'They Went To Germany To Build Future': Kerala Families Await Bodies Of Three Bochum Fire Victims

Divya Danu — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:55:42 +0530

Families of three young Keralites who died in a fire at a residential building in Bochum, Germany, are struggling to come to terms with their loss as they work to bring their loved ones' mortal remains back home. The victims, Sivin Johny, 26, Nova Sabu, 25, and Anjali Sheela Joy, 27, had travelled to Germany to pursue education, find jobs and build their futures. Their deaths have left families in Kerala devastated, with relatives and public representatives seeking urgent assistance from the state and Central governments to speed up the formalities for repatriating the bodies.

The Indian Embassy in Berlin confirmed that three Indian nationals, two women and a man, had died in the fire in Bochum, in Germany's North Rhine-Westphalia region. The embassy and the Consulate General of India in Frankfurt said they were in contact with local authorities and the bereaved families and were providing assistance.

Three Indian nationals (two women and one man) have tragically lost their lives in a fire incident in Bochum, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. All 3 were studying in Germany. Embassy of India in Berlin and Consulate General of India in Frankfurt are in contact with local authorities and the bereaved families, and are extending all necessary assistance. The incident is under investigation by German authorities. We extend our deepest condolences to the bereaved families in this hour of grief. @MEAIndia

— India in Germany (@eoiberlin) October 14, 2026

German authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the fire.

#Germany : Three Indians (2 young women 25 and 27 and a 26 year old man) were killed and five others injured in a residential building fire in the German city of Bochum. The police have arrested a 41-year-old Romanian national, who also lived in the building, on suspicion of murder (fire was deliberately set)

— IDU (@defencealerts) October 14, 2026

Families Await Return Of Mortal Remains

The families are now focused on bringing the bodies home so they can perform the last rites in Kerala.

Benny Behanan, MP, visited the residence of Sivin Johny in Kalady, Ernakulam district, on Thursday and met his parents and relatives. In a Facebook post, he expressed grief over the deaths of the three young Indians who had gone abroad in search of work and a better future.

Behanan said he was in touch with the German Embassy and friends in Germany to help facilitate the return of the mortal remains. He also urged the Central and Kerala governments to expedite the necessary procedures.

Other public representatives, including MPs and MLAs, have approached the Ministry of External Affairs, seeking intervention to ensure that the repatriation process is completed as quickly as possible.

The families are also in contact with relatives and members of the Malayali community in Germany, hoping to receive support as arrangements are made.

Suspected arson attack at a residential building in Germany's Bochum killed three people from Kerala: Nova Sabu, a gym trainer; Anjali Sheela Joy, a warehouse worker; and Sivin Johny, who had moved to Germany to pursue work in the hotel and restaurant sector. Police have arrested a 41-year-old Romanian resident on suspicion of murder

— The Tatva (@thetatvaindia) October 15, 2026

Sivin Johny Had Just Arrived In Germany For Work

Sivin Johny, 26, was from Kalady in Ernakulam district. According to a relative, he travelled to Germany last month in search of employment and was expected to join a job this week.

The timing has made the tragedy particularly painful for his family. Johny had been preparing to begin a new chapter of his life when the fire occurred.

A relative told reporters that the family was in touch with Keralites living in Germany, who had offered to help bring his mortal remains back to Kerala.

Johny's brother, Salvin, is also in Germany, where he is pursuing nursing studies.

For the family, the immediate priority is to complete the formalities and bring Johny home. The support offered by relatives and community members abroad has become an important source of assistance during this difficult period.

Anjali Sheela Joy's Family Worried After Last Call Did Not Come

Anjali Sheela Joy, 27, belonged to Chemmakkad in Kollam district. She had travelled to Germany in July in search of a teaching job but was working in a warehouse while looking for opportunities in the education sector.

Her family grew worried when she did not call home on Tuesday, unlike her usual routine of contacting her parents every day.

Johnson, her uncle, told the media that the family initially became anxious when they did not hear from her. Relatives living abroad later informed them about the incident, and friends in Germany subsequently confirmed the news.

Tourism Minister P C Vishnunadh visited Joy's residence in Chemmakkad and assured her family that all possible assistance would be provided to bring her body home.

Joy's relatives are now waiting for the necessary arrangements to be completed. Her uncle said the incident had left the entire family devastated.

For her loved ones, the loss is compounded by the fact that she had travelled abroad only a few months earlier with hopes of finding a suitable career.

Nova Sabu Went To Germany To Study And Work

Nova Sabu, 25, was from Kattappana in Idukki district. She travelled to Germany in July to pursue studies and also worked part-time as a gym trainer, according to her relatives.

Her father, K P Sabu, is a retired police officer, while her mother, Jyothi, works at a public health centre in Chembakappara in Idukki.

A relative described Nova as an active young woman who had gone to Germany to pursue her ambitions while supporting herself through part-time work.

Her family is in contact with relatives in Germany as it seeks assistance with the arrangements to bring her mortal remains back to Kerala.

Like the families of Johny and Joy, Nova's relatives are now waiting for the procedures to be completed so that they can perform her last rites at home.

The three young people had left Kerala with plans for their education and careers. Their deaths have brought grief to families in three districts, with relatives now united by the difficult task of bringing them home.

Indian Embassy In Contact With Families

The Indian Embassy in Berlin confirmed the deaths in a statement posted on X on October 14. It said the three victims were Indian nationals studying in Germany.

The embassy said it and the Consulate General of India in Frankfurt were in contact with local authorities and the bereaved families, extending all necessary assistance. It also expressed condolences to the families.

The embassy added that German authorities were investigating the incident.

According to the Anadolu news agency, German police provisionally arrested a 41-year-old resident of the apartment building in connection with the fire.

Police and prosecutors said an investigation, including an examination by a fire expert, had ruled out a technical defect as the cause of the blaze, leading investigators to suspect the resident. The suspect was questioned by the homicide commission, while inquiries continued under the direction of the Bochum prosecutor's office.

Germany's public broadcaster NDR also reported that police had been called to the building on the day before the fire following a dispute. Authorities said their earlier visits had no connection to the blaze, based on their findings.

The suspect's arrest does not establish guilt, and the circumstances surrounding the fire remain under investigation.

Families Hope To Bring Their Children Home Soon

As investigators in Germany continue their work, the families in Kerala are seeking a swift resolution of the formalities required to repatriate the bodies.

For Johny's family in Kalady, Joy's family in Chemmakkad and Nova's family in Kattappana, the priority is to bring their loved ones home and perform the final rites.

The intervention sought by public representatives and the assistance being provided by Indian diplomatic missions are expected to help the families navigate the process.

The tragedy has cut short the lives of three young people who had travelled abroad with hopes of building their futures. Their families are now left waiting for the chance to say their final goodbyes in their homeland.

(With inputs from agencies)

'Preferential Treatment...': BJP Questions Keralam CM's Offer to Host Exhibition Amid Raihan Vadra Photo Row

Divya Danu — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:57:34 +0530

Alleging preferential treatment for the son of Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, BJP Keralam president Rajeev Chandrasekhar has questioned Chief Minister VD Satheesan’s offer to host Raihan Vadra’s photography exhibition.

BJP Keralam president Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Friday criticised Chief Minister V D Satheesan's offer to host photographer Raihan Vadra's exhibition in the state, alleging that the Congress leader's son was receiving preferential treatment while young people protesting in Keralam faced police action.

The BJP leader's remarks came amid a dispute over the reported removal of photographs depicting protests from Raihan's solo exhibition, No Idea Is Final, at Bikaner House in New Delhi. Satheesan had offered to host the exhibition in Keralam after Raihan alleged that several photographs had been taken down by the venue's administration.

In a post on social media, Chandrasekhar said he had no objection to the chief minister hosting exhibitions, including one by Raihan, the son of Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. However, he questioned what he described as preferential treatment for a member of a prominent political family.

Chandrasekhar argued that the chief minister's offer had to be viewed against the treatment of young protesters in the state. He alleged that Malayali youths taking part in peaceful demonstrations had been subjected to tear gas, gas grenades and physical assault by the police.

I hv no problms with CM @vdsatheesan inviting any exhibition to Keralam even Wayanad MPs son.

But what is wrong is this - The preferential treatment to this youngster - even as other real Malayalee youth are teargassed, gas grenaded, violently assaulted by Police at CMs instructions when they peacefully protest.

What about their rights ?

What about the rights of Keralams youth struggling with joblessness and political corruption ? What about the rights of the underage minor muslim girl being forced to be married in violation of POCSO ?

So the question to Congress in general, @RahulGandhi and @vdsatheesan in particular - Do democracy and rights matter only when its the Dynast n family and to no one else ? #APAKADAMPolitics

This is what is so egregious about @RahulGandhi’ s politics .

This is why I say that he is a fraud and his entire politics is built on dishonesty, lies, corruption, anarchy and fraud.

#TruthAboutCorruptCongress

#CongressPoliticsOfLies

— Rajeev Chandrasekhar (@RajeevRC_X) October 23, 2026

The BJP state president blamed the chief minister for the alleged police action and questioned whether the Congress leadership applied the same standards of democracy and freedom to ordinary young people as it did to members of a political family.

He also raised issues including unemployment, alleged political corruption and a case involving the alleged forced marriage of an underage Muslim girl, referring to possible violations of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.

In a separate post on X, Chandrasekhar said the young photographer should not be blamed for what he described as the conduct of the political family around him.

No point blaming the young kid from this Dynasty. Let him be.

We all know who inspires this kind of Fraudulent conduct

#TruthAboutCorruptCongress

#CongressPoliticsOfFraud

— Rajeev Chandrasekhar (@RajeevRC_X) October 23, 2026

The controversy began after Raihan alleged on Wednesday that the administration at Bikaner House had removed several photographs from No Idea Is Final. The exhibition featured his work documenting protests over the preceding six months.

According to Raihan, the administration warned that the exhibition could be cancelled unless the photographs were removed by 5 pm on Wednesday. He said he had submitted the exhibition proposal and layout to the management well in advance.

Raihan maintained that the photographs did not carry a political message. His allegations brought the exhibition into a wider debate over artistic expression and the display of photographs depicting protests.

Responding to the controversy, Satheesan offered to host the exhibition in Keralam. In a post on X on Thursday, the chief minister said the state would be happy and proud to host No Idea Is Final in its entirety, with no exclusions or exceptions. He tagged Raihan and Priyanka Gandhi in the post.

Priyanka Gandhi strongly criticised the reported removal of the photographs. She argued that those in power who feared artistic expression ultimately risked losing the very power they were trying to protect.

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A Bikaner House official, however, said the administration was not authorised to comment on the matter. The BJP also challenged Raihan's account.

BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari described the allegations as fake news and said Bikaner House policy did not permit the display of political content. He also asked Priyanka Gandhi to find another way to launch her son into politics.

(With inputs from agencies)

Nedumbassery Speeding Tragedy: 19-Year-Old Accused's Mother's Luxury Car Delivery Video Resurfaces (WATCH)

Hrishikesh Damodar — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 22:41:32 +0530

Nedumbassery, which is currently at the centre of intense public outrage following a horrific road crash near Cochin International Airport, witnessed a tragic hit-and-run incident when a 19-year-old college student, Suhail Sajeev, rammed a scooter carrying three youths, killing them on the spot on Sunday morning, October 11.

Suhail Sajeev was driving a luxury Bentley Mini Cooper and reportedly under the influence of alcohol at the time of the incident. The fatal collision occurred when the high-speed vehicle struck a scooter carrying three young workers, identified as Devika, Gopika, and Ijaz, killing them on the spot.

Suhail, alongside his co-passengers, Ninav, Ameer, and Joel, have been taken into custody following a comprehensive police investigation that revealed the group had been bar-hopping before the deadly crash.

Also Read: 'My father will handle it': Kochi driver's remark after killing 3

Accused’s Mother’s Car Delivery Video Goes Viral

As Suhail Sajeev and his co-passengers have reportedly been charged with culpable homicide under Section 105 of the BNS, another layer of scrutiny has fallen on the family as a video featuring his mother, Nooha Sajeev, joyfully presenting him with the luxury Mini Cooper on his birthday has resurfaced and gone viral across social media platforms.

In a video, Nooha was seen expressing her excitement to gift her son a brand new Mini Cooper, stating that it was his ‘dream car’, adding that fulfilling a child's wishes is a benchmark of success for parents.

“He already had a car. He is studying in Rajagiri. He had a dream car in Kochi. We wanted to buy it. Today was the day. It was his birthday in December. We couldn't give it to him at that time. So, we bought a car,” Nooh was heard saying in a resurfaced clip.

“If our children want something, and if we can make it happen, that is the most successful point for a parent. So, for that, we are paying more attention to our children and our family,” he added.

"My Father will handle everything"

- 19 year old rich brat from Kerala after kil!ing 3 students allegedly ramming with his car clocking 120km/h

Meet Suhail Sajeev, son of famous IHA DESIGNS shop owners. His mother Nooha Sajeev recently gifted him a Mini Cooper, the same car which took innocent lives of 3 students near Nedumbassery, Ernakulam. Police said Suhail has been speaking arrogantly during the interrogation. The mindset of such elite guys under the influence of family wealth or social status believe that they are above law. Moreover no luxury cars, powerful family or amount of money can bring those innocent lives back. Justice must follow through a fair legal process, with the same standards applied regardless of who the accused is.

— Deepu (@deepu_drops) October 12, 2026

And the same gifted car was used by Suhail Sajeev, who reportedly clocked speeds of up to 120 km/h before ramming into the victims' scooter near Nedumbassery, cutting short three young lives in a devastating flash of reckless endangerment.

Earlier, Suhail also drove a Bentley Mini Cooper reportedly at a speed of 220 kmph, showcasing a dangerous pattern of excessive speeding that frequently bypassed regulatory checks and safety bounds.

Outrage over Suhail’s Reckless Driving

Suhail Sajeev’s reckless driving, which took the lives of three young people, has sparked outrage among their friends and colleagues, who recalled that the victims, Devika, Gopika, and Ijaz, were working part-time at a local craft and antique shop while pursuing their studies.

When Suhail Sajeev was brought to a hospital for a medical examination, a group of youths allegedly assaulted him, prompting police to move him from the hospital. The accused was taken to the accident spot as part of the investigation into the crash that killed three people.

What angered the public was his controversial remarks following the accident, in which he reportedly stated that his father would take care of everything, allegedly dismissing concerns raised by locals at the scene. The remark has sparked widespread outrage, with many questioning his apparent lack of remorse after the fatal crash.

As per reports, Suhail Sajeev and his three co-passengers were booked in connection with the crash under Section 105 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which deals with culpable homicide not amounting to murder. Police said the co-passengers were allegedly aware that Suhail had consumed alcohol and failed to stop him from driving.

Also Read: Vadanappally Murder: Teen Trio Held For Beating 40-Year-Old To Death With Dumbbells!

'Can't Treat As Minor Offence': Keralam Plans Special Law For Drunk Drivers After Fatal Nedumbassery Crash

Divya Danu — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 18:27:17 +0530

Keralam is considering a special law to impose stricter punishment on drivers who cause fatal road accidents while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, Transport Minister CP John told the state Assembly on Tuesday. Replying to a submission by CV Santhakumar, the minister said the government was consulting legal experts on the proposed legislation. He said such cases should not be treated as minor offences arising from negligence and stressed that those responsible must face stringent action.

The proposed measures could include imprisonment and vehicle confiscation for drivers who cause deaths while driving under the influence of intoxicants. However, the legislation is still under consideration, and the government has not announced its final provisions.

Nedumbassery crash puts drunk driving under scrutiny

The announcement comes days after three youngsters, two women and a man aged around 21, were killed in a crash at Nedumbassery near Kochi.

The investigation into the fatal car crash near Nedumbassery that claimed three lives in the early hours of Sunday widened on Monday, with police arresting two more college students who were travelling in the car and the Excise Department registering cases against three bars for allegedly serving liquor to the youths, who are below the legally mandated age for alcohol consumption.

The newly arrested students, identified as Ameer and Joel, both 20 and natives of Alappuzha, were occupants of the luxury Mini Cooper driven by Suhail Sajeev (19) of Kakkanad.

Sajeev and another passenger, Ninav (19), who was seated in the front passenger seat, were arrested on Sunday. The police confirmed that all four occupants of the car were college students.

Ameer and Joel allegedly fled the accident spot by boarding another vehicle after the collision.

"The three co-passengers were aware that the driver was drunk. So they have been booked for allegedly abetting the crime by allowing Sajeev to drive the car under the influence of alcohol," the Nedumbasserry police said on Monday.

According to police, the co-passengers neither warned Sajeev against driving after consuming alcohol nor objected to his alleged excessive speeding.

During the evidence collection at the accident site, Sajeev told investigators that he was driving at around 120 km/h or faster after negotiating a curve. He claimed that he had pressed the brakes hard, but they failed to engage before the Mini Cooper rammed into the scooter carrying the victims from behind. The impact shattered the car's windshield instantly.

Sajeev was unable to recall the direction in which the victims were thrown or provide details of the collision at the scene. He had also reportedly confronted local residents who questioned him after the crash, dismissing their concerns by saying, "Isn't this the airport road? What is wrong with driving fast here? My father will take care of it".

Meanwhile, the police will seek the help of authorised BMW technicians to retrieve and analyse data from the car's Event Data Recorder (EDR).

The examination is expected to establish whether the brakes were applied, how long the accelerator was engaged and what steering inputs were recorded.

Investigators will also attempt to retrieve any onboard dash footage covering the final 30 seconds before the crash.

In a parallel investigation, the Excise Department registered cases against the licensees and managers of three bar hotels - Daya in Kadavanthra, Monsoon Empress in Palarivattom and Courtyard by Marriott in Nedumbassery for allegedly serving liquor to the youths.

The students are suspected to have consumed alcohol at the three establishments between 9.30 pm on Saturday and 1.30 am on Sunday, before the fatal collision.

The establishments were booked under Section 15B of the Kerala Abkari Act, which prohibits the sale of liquor to persons below the state's legal drinking age of 23, and Section 56(b) for alleged violations of permit conditions. The action followed strict directions from Excise Minister M Liju.

Sources with the Ernakulam Excise Division said that the department would seek custody of the accused for questioning.

"The accused persons will have to be questioned. We will be seeking their custody for interrogation. A detailed report will be submitted to the Excise Commissioner," a senior excise officer said.

The bars, which violated the rules, face fines of up to 25,000. The Excise Commissioner also has the authority to suspend their licences.

The incident had triggered high drama at the hospital on Sunday when Sajeev was brought for a medical examination.

A video has surfaced in which an agitated youth attempted to assault him, asking, "Where is your father, man?" The police intervened and escorted him away.

Meanwhile, the Motor Vehicles Department (MVD) has initiated proceedings to cancel Sajeev's driving licence as the investigation into the crash continues.

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According to the report, an allegedly overspeeding Mini Cooper, reportedly driven by a 19-year-old under the influence of alcohol, rammed into their scooter. The incident renewed concerns about drunk driving, speeding and the enforcement of road safety rules.

The proposed law aims to ensure that fatal crashes involving intoxicated drivers attract stricter consequences. The government is yet to clarify how the proposed legislation would differ from existing legal provisions.

Kerala to launch Road Safety Mission

John also announced plans to establish a Road Safety Mission aimed at significantly reducing road accidents across the state. The Chief Minister will head the mission, while the Transport Minister will serve as its co-chairman.

A governing council will include ministers handling the Home, General Education, Higher Education, Health, Social Justice, Youth Affairs, Local Self-Government, Public Works, Labour and Revenue departments.

A mission directorate will be established under the council to coordinate and implement road safety initiatives.

The minister said around 4,000 people die in road accidents in Kerala every year. Although the government could not promise to eliminate every accident, he said the proposed mission would work towards reducing fatalities substantially.

Accident-prone roads to receive priority

The government is also examining accident-prone stretches ahead of the upcoming Sabarimala pilgrimage season, when traffic volumes are expected to increase.

John said the National Transportation Planning and Research Centre (NATPAC) had conducted a study in line with guidelines issued by the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. The study identified hazardous locations and road conditions contributing to accidents.

The government is particularly concerned about the increasing number of crashes on the MC Road stretch between Adoor Enathu and Pandalam.

Identified risks include dangerous curves, missing pedestrian footpaths, inadequate road markings on stretches where vehicles tend to speed, insufficient signage at overtaking junctions and heavy vehicles parked close to curves.

The minister said urgent steps would be taken to address these problems. Road improvement projects will be prioritised according to accident risks and funded through the Road Safety Fund.

Focus on prevention and enforcement

The proposed law and Road Safety Mission form part of the government's broader effort to tackle road deaths through stricter enforcement and safer road infrastructure.

The government is expected to continue reviewing accident-prone locations and coordinating with relevant departments to improve road safety.

The final impact of the proposed measures will depend on the legislation's provisions, enforcement and implementation of the planned road improvements.

(With inputs from agencies)

A Kochi-Built Robot Ordered by the Indian Navy Meets Six World Leaders and the Region Takes Notice

Ashu Maan — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:04:42 +0530

At the BRICS Business Forum in New Delhi on 11 September, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the grouping could help take the innovations of India's more than 200,000 startups to global markets. His message was to "Make in India, Innovate with India, and Scale for the World". A day later, six leaders toured a pavilion where one of those startups, EyeROV, was showing an underwater robot.

What the product inspects defines it. EyeROV's TROUT product sheet lists undersea communication cables, ports and offshore energy installations as its targets and calls the vehicle dual-use technology. The company says dams, bridges, ports and offshore installations are hard to reach underwater, and that its robots help operators examine them, gather data and plan maintenance.

EyeROV offers inspection of oil and gas assets for corrosion, leaks and structural faults, as well as hydropower tunnels and penstocks. Its client list includes ONGC, BPCL, NHPC, Tata Power, Adani and Maersk. It holds an ISO 45001:2018 certificate covering the design, development, manufacture and servicing of its robotic systems, and says it has completed more than 150 projects for over 80 clients.

Vehicles can be bought outright, or the company can carry out the inspection itself as a service. Founder Johns T Mathai says 75 per cent of customers are government bodies and public sector units.

The company's pitch to overseas buyers rests on price as well as performance. EyeROV describes its offer as safer, more efficient and cost-effective, and says its entire technology stack is developed in India. The engineering record backs that up: TROUT carries a 4K camera with 10x optical zoom, a dual-frequency multibeam sonar, an ultrasonic thickness gauge and a three-degree-of-freedom arm, and the Indian Navy ordered it in a ₹47-crore contract announced on 30 September 2025.

Abroad, EyeROV says it has completed more than 100 deployments across India, West Asia, the Asia-Pacific and Europe.

The BRICS networks are meant to shorten the road to buyers. At the forum, Modi announced a BRICS Incubator Network, a BRICS MSME Portal and a BRICS Startup Innovation Fund. He also proposed that 100 BRICS startups a year be helped into other member markets, with 1,000 new business partnerships annually. Business-to-business matchmaking at Bharat Innovates was arranged with FICCI, CII and ASSOCHAM. The BRICS members account for 49.5 per cent of the world's population and 26 per cent of global trade, which gives the platform considerable reach.

EyeROV also has funding to support its plans. It raised ₹13 crore in February 2026 in a round co-led by AWE Funds and Unicorn India Ventures, with the money earmarked for research, new products and international expansion.

In its 17 September release, the company says it is widening its presence across international markets. With leaders from several BRICS nations having seen the robot first-hand, the next announcement of a buyer, country or order is the one to watch.

Designed and built in India by Kochi-based IROV Technologies Pvt Ltd, the EyeROV Trout is a military-grade remotely operated vehicle (ROV) made for deep-water exploration, autonomous navigation and advanced payload integration. It works across defence and civilian roles, including search and rescue, offshore research and maritime inspection, from undersea cables and ports to offshore energy installations. Its standing is reinforced by a ₹47-crore Indian Navy contract and an iDEX DISC 7 SPRINT win, and it is able to perform non-destructive testing on ship hulls and submerged structures.

Visual tools include a 4K H265 camera with 10x optical zoom and a Full HD wide-angle camera that tilts through 90°. A 3-DoF robotic arm with a grabber, rope cutter and recovery jaws handles manipulation, while dual-frequency multibeam imaging sonar, DVL/USBL positioning and an ultrasonic thickness gauge provide sensing. The i-Control Hub software projects camera feeds, sonar and position data onto S63 Electronic Navigation Charts and supports auto-depth, auto-heading, station keeping, GPS waypoint navigation, geofencing, return-to-home and subsystem self-tests.

Pilots work from a 21.5-inch IP65 display that stays readable in sunlight, along with a programmable 5-axis, 15-button joystick.

About the author: Ashu Mann is an Associate Fellow at the Centre for Land Warfare Studies. He was awarded the Vice Chief of the Army Staff Commendation card on Army Day 2025. He is pursuing a PhD in Defence and Strategic Studies. His research focuses include India-China territorial dispute, great power rivalry, and Chinese foreign policy.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not reflect the views or stance of the organization. The organization assumes no responsibility for the content shared.

Nedumbassery Car Crash: Accused Suhail Sajeev's Mother BREAKS Silence With Emotional Appeal (WATCH)

Hrishikesh Damodar — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:07:14 +0530

The Nedumbassery car crash accused, the 19-year-old Suhail Sajeev’s mother, Nooha Sajeev, has broken her silence following her son’s arrest and subsequent rejection of his bail plea in connection with the fatal accident that claimed three lives near Cochin International Airport on Sunday, October 18.

Last Sunday, October 11, Suhail, alongside his three co-accused, Ninav, Joyal S Anto, and Ameen Sha, all aged 19, were travelling in a high-speed Bentley Mini Cooper when the vehicle collided with a scooter carrying three young riders, Eyas, Gopika, and Devika. All three victims succumbed to their severe injuries following the violent impact.

Suhail Sajeev was allegedly behind the wheel and intoxicated at the time of the collision, with the forensic lab report revealing that the prime accused in a hit-and-run case had a blood alcohol concentration of 160 mg per 100 ml, which was reportedly five times the permissible legal limit.

Also Read: 'Can't Treat As Minor Offence': Keralam Plans Special Law For Drunk Drivers After Fatal Nedumbassery Crash

Suhail Sajeev’s Mother Makes Emotional Appeal

A week after a horrific tragedy that took the lives of three young individuals, the prime accused Suhail Sajeev’s mother, Nooh Sajeev, who owns Iha Designs, shared a video message on her boutique's social media platforms appealing to the public for privacy while offering her condolences to the victims' families.

In a video, Nooh stated that she understands the ‘unbearable’ pain of parents who lost their children, adding that she and her family are also struggling to cope with the overwhelming reality of the situation. She also called for a fair investigation in the matter, urging that the law take its course with utmost sincerity so that the complete truth comes to light.

“I understand the unbearable pain of losing children who were raised with so much love and hope. My words cannot ease the grief of their parents, but I offer my heartfelt condolences.” Nooh said while holding back her tears.

“I do not know what to do or what to say. I was in a situation where I couldn't even get up for many days. I am going through such a difficult situation.

“Let the incident be probed by the appropriate authorities. Let the law take its course. Let everything happen with utmost sincerity. I wish only the truth to come out,” she added.

Suhail Sajeev’s Mini Cooper, which crashed into a scooter carrying Eyas, Gopika, and Devika in Nedumbassery, was gifted by his mother in December last year, and has now become the central focus of public debate regarding high-speed luxury vehicles and young drivers.

Appealing for Privacy

Further speaking on the intense backlash and online scrutiny directed at her family, Nooh Sajeev appealed to the public to refrain from passing judgment or spreading unverified opinions while the legal investigation is underway.

“We are also ordinary people. There are four members in our family, and we have a life ahead of us,” Nooh said.

“I know people are angry with us, but I request them not to circulate baseless opinions about my family. Please remember that I am a mother, too.

“So I am requesting you to get us out of all the things that you are spreading,” she concluded.

Sajeev Suhail and his four co-accused have been remanded to judicial custody following the dismissal of their bail pleas by the Angamaly Judicial First Class Magistrate Court.

His mother's emotional appeal came at a time when public scrutiny has reached an all-time high over youth access to high-performance vehicles, underage drinking, and the broader social implications of the crash.

Also Read: 'My father will handle it': Kochi driver's remark after killing 3

Kerala Woman Invites 'Elder Brother' Yogi Adityanath To Her Wedding

Divya Danu — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 00:30:49 +0530

Arundhati, a woman from Kerala, has invited CM Yogi Adityanath to her wedding with Rahul on December 20. In a handwritten letter, she recalled watching a video of him becoming emotional, which helped her realise that crying does not mean being weak.

A woman from Kerala has invited Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to her wedding, describing him as an 'elder brother' whose words helped her change the way she viewed her own emotions and strength.

Arundhati, who is set to marry Rahul on December 20, 2026, has sent the chief minister a handwritten invitation along with a two-page letter explaining why he holds a special place in her life. The wedding will take place at the Green Park Convention Centre in Aluva, Kerala.

In her letter, Arundhati recalled watching a video of Yogi Adityanath during her childhood. She said the experience helped her understand that being emotional and crying easily did not make a person weak.

She has requested the chief minister to attend the wedding and bless the couple as they begin their married life. She also acknowledged the responsibilities of his office and said that receiving his blessings and good wishes would mean a great deal to her even if he could not attend.

Arundhati began her letter by inviting Yogi Adityanath to one of the most precious occasions of her life. But she wanted the invitation to be more than a formal request. She also wanted to explain how a video featuring him had influenced her thinking.

Recalling her childhood, she wrote that she would often cry when she was hurt or deeply affected by something. Some of her friends told her that being emotional was a weakness and that she needed to become stronger.

Over time, she began to believe that showing her feelings was something to be ashamed of. She even questioned whether she could become a strong person when she found it so easy to cry.

Her perspective changed after her cousin showed her a video of Yogi Adityanath becoming emotional and crying while expressing his feelings.

According to Arundhati, her cousin told her that being emotional did not make someone weak and encouraged her to let Yogi Adityanath's work answer her doubts.

She said those words changed how she looked at herself. For the first time, she understood that strength did not mean never feeling emotions or shedding tears.

Instead, she came to see strength as the courage to feel deeply, get back up after difficult moments and continue moving forward.

Arundhati wrote that Yogi Adityanath’s journey became a personal source of inspiration whenever she doubted herself.

She said the experience taught her that strength was not about hiding who a person was, but about the choices they made, their responsibilities and how they faced challenges.

She also referred to the way he had taken on the responsibility of leading Uttar Pradesh and his stated vision for the state's development. His journey, she wrote, made her believe that things which initially appeared impossible could be approached with determination, perseverance and hard work.

These lessons, she explained, were the reason she viewed him as more than a political leader. She had come to look upon him as an elder brother whose journey had given her courage and inspiration.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) received a handwritten letter from Arundhati, a woman from Kerala who regards him as an elder brother. In the letter, she invited him to her December 20 wedding and sought his blessings for the couple.

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#UttarPradesh

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) October 17, 2026

Arundhati acknowledged that other people might have their own reasons for looking up to the chief minister. For her, it was the combination of discipline, determination, courage and a willingness to take responsibility that she found inspiring.

As she prepares to begin a new chapter of her life with Rahul, Arundhati said she wanted to invite someone who had unknowingly become part of her journey towards greater self-belief.

She described the chief minister's presence at the wedding as an extraordinary honour and a blessing for the couple. At the same time, she recognised the demands of his official responsibilities and the possibility that he might not be able to attend.

She wrote that even his blessings and good wishes for their married life would mean more to them than she could express.

Along with the letter, she enclosed the wedding invitation as a small token of her respect and affection.

In closing, Arundhati thanked Yogi Adityanath for teaching a young girl, without knowing her, that being emotional was not a sign of weakness. She said his example had helped her understand that sometimes the strongest response was simply to keep working and allow one's actions to speak.

Her handwritten invitation, therefore, carries a message beyond the wedding itself: a childhood experience that helped her accept her emotions and find a different understanding of personal strength.

Kerala Lottery Result Today (15/10/2026): Karunya Plus KN-645 Winning Numbers Out, Check Rs 1 Crore Winner

Deevika NM — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:04:10 +0530

The results of the Kerala Lottery Karunya Plus KN-645 for October 15 have now been released. Ticket holders should refer to the Karunya Plus KN-645 results listed below to find out whether their numbers have won; the prize categories and the amounts are also given for reference.

Ticket holders should check their numbers against the official results and make sure that all the details are correct before making a claim on their prize. Winners are required to adhere to the procedure set out by the Kerala State Lotteries Department when claiming their winnings.

The lottery draw was held at 3 PM at Gorky Bhavan, near Bakery Junction in Thiruvananthapuram. Since there are multiple prize categories, full results.

Kerala Lottery Karunya Plus KN-645 Winning Numbers

1st Prize: Rs 1,00,00,000 – PF502881

Consolation Prize: Rs 5,000 – All other series with 502881

2nd Prize: Rs 30,00,000 – PA557675

3rd Prize: Rs 5,00,000 – PF541391

4th Prize: Rs 5,000 – 0431, 2596, 3054, 3315, 3979, 4531, 4647, 4739, 4920, 5371, 5482, 5655, 6679, 6693, 7071, 7165, 8360, 9258, 9715

5th Prize: Rs 2,000 – 3249, 0830, 6312, 2286, 8389, 6314

6th Prize: Rs 1,000 – 0865, 1260, 1346, 1699, 2043, 2318, 2865, 3233, 3432, 3459, 3655, 3915, 4303, 4709, 5050, 5143, 5838, 6359, 6793, 7239, 7530, 8112, 8271, 8567, 8780

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He Weighed Just 7.6 Kg: Keralam Panel Probes Two-Year-Old's Death In Suspected Malnutrition Case

Divya Danu — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:03:20 +0530

The Keralam State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has initiated proceedings over the death of a two-year-old boy in a suspected case of malnutrition in Alappuzha district. The incident has also prompted authorities to take the surviving children in the family into care. The boy was found dead at his home in Haripad on Sunday morning. Following the incident, the Child Welfare Committee took the other children in the family into its care.

Post-mortem confirms malnutrition as cause of toddler's death in Keralam's Alappuzha.

Panchayat members claim efforts to help were refused by family. https://t.co/W7mNvCsKLL

— News Arena India (@NewsArenaIndia) October 19, 2026

Child rights panel seeks explanations

Commission member TC Jalaja Mol initiated proceedings on Monday after media reports highlighted the child's death. The commission has sought explanations from four officials, i.e. the District Medical Officer, the secretary of Karthikappally gram panchayat, the District Child Protection Officer and the panchayat's Integrated Child Development Services supervisor.

The officials have been asked to respond to the circumstances surrounding the incident.

According to police, the boy was reportedly severely anaemic and appeared malnourished. His weight was recorded at 7.6 kg, considerably below the expected weight of around 12 kg for a child of his age, Press Trust of India reported.

Mother admitted to hospital before child's death

The boy's father, who works as an autorickshaw driver, lives with his wife and children in Karthikappally. The couple has five other children, including a newborn, according to a report by India Today. Another child had died earlier, officials said.

The mother was admitted to the Government Medical College Hospital at Vandanam on Saturday for childbirth. The children remained at home with their father.

The father discovered the two-year-old dead on Sunday morning.

Government seeks report on incident

State Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala said the family belonged to his constituency and that he had been informed about the incident.

Speaking to reporters, he said he had sent officials, including the concerned tahsildar, to examine the matter and submit a report.

Chennithala added that the government was prepared to provide assistance if required.

The child rights commission's proceedings come as officials examine the circumstances surrounding the boy's death. The surviving children have been placed under the Child Welfare Committee's care following the incident.

WATCH: Actor Mohanlal Shares Energetic Dance Reel with Uganda's Ghetto Kids, Video Goes Viral

Hrishikesh Damodar — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:08:38 +0530

The legendary Malayalam actor and six-time National Award winner, Mohanlal, went viral on social media after he shared a video of himself dancing alongside the world-famous Ugandan dance troupe, Triplets Ghetto Kids.

Mohanlal is currently working on his upcoming film Operation Ganga, directed by Vishnu Mohan, in Georgia after recently wrapping up family-cop drama Athimanoharam, where he has played the role of a small-town police officer navigating complex domestic dynamics, before jumping straight into the high-octane schedules of his pan-India action thriller.

In his upcoming film, the likes of Arjun Rampal, Bhagyashri Borse, R. Parthiban, and Adil Hussain round out an impressive ensemble cast that brings a distinctive pan-Indian appeal to the project.

Also Read: ‘Acchai Ka Aant’! Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana Event Slip-Up Has Netizens Trolling Him Mercilessly

Mohanlal’s Dance with Uganda’s Ghetto Kids

As the legendary Malayalam actor prepares for his next movie, Mohanlal grabbed the attention of fans and movie enthusiasts by sharing a vibrant and joyful reel that captured him matching steps with the energetic troupe during their shoot.

In a video posted on his social media handles, the 62-year-old danced with the Ugandan dance troupe, Triplets Ghetto Kids, to the tune of the song ‘Okkela Okkela’ from his 1997 Malayalam film Varnappakittu, which featured veteran actresses Meena, Divyaa Unni, and actor Dileep in lead roles.

The Ugandan dance troupe showcased their iconic steps alongside Mohanlal, recreating the song’s energetic vibe and adding to the cheerful atmosphere on the film set. Alongside the video, the Malayalam confirmed that the group will be joining him in his upcoming film, Operation Ganga.

“Delighted to have the incredibly talented Ghetto kids join me in my upcoming film, ‘Operation Ganga’, directed by Vishnu Mohan and produced by Shri Gokulam Gopalan under the banner of Sree Gokulam Movies,” Mohanlal wrote.

Delighted to have the incredibly talented @ghettokidstfug join me in my upcoming film, 'Operation Ganga', directed by Vishnu Mohan and produced by Shri Gokulam Gopalan under the banner of Sree Gokulam Movies.

#OperationGanga

#Ghettokids https://t.co/QlUO1vlfq4

— Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) October 20, 2026

Mohanlal, who won the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award for his contribution to indian cinema over a career spanning more than four decades, was seen warmly posing for photographs and sharing a laugh with the young dancers at the end of the video.

The legendary Malayalam actor is expected to return to Kerala soon to complete the remaining shoot schedule for Operation Ganga following the completion of their international leg in Georgia.

Who is Uganda’s Ghetto Kids Dance Troupe?

Uganda’s Ghetto Kids are a group of talented young performers from the Katwe slum in Kampala, Uganda. The kids come from underpriveledged backgrounds and were brought together by founder and manager Dauda Kavuma in 2014 to use dance as a means to overcome poverty and access education.

The Ghetto Kids first came to international attention when they featured in the viral music video for Eddy Kenzo’s hit song Sitya Loss. The video garnered millions of views across the world, making them an overnight sensation and propelling the group onto international platforms, including performance appearances alongside global stars and a standout run to the finals of Britain’s Got Talent.

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The Dance Troupe collaborated with the legendary Colombian singer, songwriter, and dancer Shakira on multiple occasions, including viral dance routines for her tracks and live stage appearances. They were also part of the FIFA World Cup 2026 as special performers during the halftime show in New Jersey, sharing the stage with Shakira.

Now, their viral collaboration with Mohanlal in the upcoming Malayalam film Operation Ganga marks another historic milestone for the troupe, bringing their extraordinary journey from the streets of Kampala to Indian cinema.

Also Read: Rajinikanth's 'Jailer 2' screenings halted in Canada over tech woes

KSRTC Vijnana Darshini Tour Package for Students: What Schools Should Know Before Planning Tour

Zetan Kumari — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:58:15 +0530

Thiruvananthapuram: KSRTC has launched a new travel package named 'Vijnana Darshini' to give school and college students a mix of fun and learning at a pocket-friendly price. The KSRTC Budget Tourism Cell is running this project under the guidance of the Transport Minister. The main idea is to give students practical knowledge by taking them to cultural hubs, heritage sites, factories, and tourist spots. In the first phase, the trips will cover major tourist spots in Thiruvananthapuram district. The itinerary includes Ponmudi, Kappukadu Elephant Rehabilitation Centre, Neyyar Dam, Palode Botanical Garden, Vithura Jersey Farm, the Museum, and the Planetarium.

The transport body will soon expand this project to other districts as well. They are also arranging special industrial visits based on requests from educational institutions. KSRTC is using special buses that are perfect for the hilly Ponmudi route. Each bus can comfortably seat 36 students at a time. The project aims to help students connect with nature, science, and history, giving them real-world experience beyond their textbooks.

You can contact the KSRTC Budget Tourism Cell district coordinators for more details and bookings. Here are the phone numbers: Thiruvananthapuram North - 9188619378, Thiruvananthapuram South - 9188938522, Kollam - 9188938523, Pathanamthitta - 9188938524, Alappuzha - 9188938525, Kottayam - 9188938526, Idukki - 9188938527, Ernakulam - 9188938528, Thrissur - 9188938529, Palakkad - 9188938530, Malappuram - 9188938531, Kozhikode - 9188938532, Wayanad - 9188938533, Kannur and Kasaragod - 9188938534.

Calicut University Exam Update: All Monday Exams Postponed After Network Outage Remains Unresolved

Zetan Kumari — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 18:07:33 +0530

Kozhikode: Calicut University has postponed all exams scheduled for Monday because the campus network issue is still not fixed. A heavy lightning strike on Thursday completely crashed the university's main server. Because of this technical glitch, officials had already cancelled the exams on Friday and Saturday.

The university authorities said they will announce the new dates for Monday's postponed exams very soon. But students should note that there is no change for internal, practical, and viva exams. These exams will take place exactly as per the old schedule. The technical team is currently doing emergency repair work to bring the server back online.

Unfit KSRTC Bus Runs Over 16-Year-Old Student in Kozhikode; Horrifying CCTV Footage Emerges

Divya Danu — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 20:09:13 +0530

A 16-year-old school student suffered serious injuries after being hit by a KSRTC bus at Thiruvambady in Kozhikode district on Thursday morning. The accident happened around 8.30 am as the girl was walking towards the KSRTC bus stand. The injured student has been identified as Mufeeda, a Plus One student of St Sebastian’s Higher Secondary School in Koodaranji. She was initially taken to a nearby private hospital, where she received first aid. She was later shifted to a private hospital in Kozhikode for further treatment.

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CCTV captures bus accident

According to police, CCTV footage from the area suggests the accident happened when the driver was manoeuvring the bus into the stand. The driver reportedly failed to notice Mufeeda while moving the bus towards the track.

The bus struck the student, and its front wheel ran over her foot, leaving her with serious injuries. Police are examining the CCTV footage as part of the investigation.

The accident has also raised questions about the condition of the bus involved. A check of its documents after the incident reportedly found that its fitness certificate had expired on April 15, 2026.

Police also found that the bus did not have valid insurance and had reportedly remained without insurance for nearly six years.

Social media users debate accident

The CCTV footage has prompted discussion on social media, with viewers offering different views about how the accident happened.

Some users focused on the blind spots around a large bus and argued that a driver may not always be able to see a pedestrian walking close to the vehicle. Some commenters said the footage appeared to show Mufeeda walking on the left side of the bus, potentially outside the driver’s direct line of sight.

Others said both the pedestrian and driver needed to be more cautious in such situations. A few comments also discussed whether the student’s headscarf could have affected her side vision.

However, these comments represent individual reactions to the footage and do not establish responsibility for the accident.

Investigation underway

Police are continuing to examine the circumstances of the crash, including the driver’s actions and the bus’s documentation.

The discovery that the vehicle’s fitness certificate had expired and that it had reportedly been without insurance for several years has added another concern to the case.

Mufeeda remains under treatment at a private hospital in Kozhikode.

Kochi Food Guide: Explore Kerala's Coastal Flavours, Fresh Seafood and Iconic Local Dishes

Zetan Kumari — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:49:41 +0530

Discover Kochi's rich coastal food culture, where fresh seafood, aromatic spices and traditional Kerala recipes come together. From Karimeen Pollichathu to spicy fish curry, explore the flavours that make Kochi a seafood lover's paradise.

One Indian city holds a very special identity as the seafood capital. The world knows its rich history. Tourists never leave this city without eating seafood. You get many varieties here. Hundreds of years of fishing traditions, busy fish markets, tasty fish, and unique cooking styles give Kochi this special tag.

Deep connection with the sea

Kochi sits on the Arabian Sea coast as a major port city in Kerala. Centuries of sea trade, fishing, seafood markets, and foreign connections give this city a unique identity.

Fishermen go into the sea early morning to catch fish. Buyers then start purchasing at the fishing harbours and markets. Locals, hotel owners, and restaurant managers visit these markets for fresh catch. You can make delicious food with these fresh fish.

The Kochi coastal region offers various types of seafood. People highly demand prawns, crabs, Karimeen fish, mussels, squid, cuttlefish, and seer fish. Fish varieties and their availability change with the season. The specialty of these dishes lies not just in the fresh fish but also in the cooking methods. Cooks use coconut, curry leaves, mustard, pepper, green chillies, and tamarind to introduce you to authentic Kerala coastal flavours.

Karimeen Pollichathu - Chefs marinate Kerala's special pearl spot fish with spices, wrap it in a banana leaf, and cook it. The fish absorbs the spices and gives out an amazing aroma.

Kerala Fish Curry - Locals make this fish curry with tamarind, chilli powder, and curry leaves. It tastes wonderful with rice. The coconut masala changes depending on the region.

Chemmeen Curry - Chemmeen means prawns in Malayalam. Cooks prepare this curry with coconut, spices, and curry leaves to highlight the natural taste of prawns.

Crab Roast - Chefs cook crabs with onions, pepper, curry leaves, and strong spices.

Meen Moilee - People make this mild fish curry using coconut milk. They add turmeric, green chillies, and ginger for flavour.

We must specially mention the Chinese fishing nets at Fort Kochi when talking about this city. Fishermen operate these traditional fishing tools using huge wooden poles, ropes, and weights on the sea coast. These nets brought great recognition to the city.

Many stories explain when and how these nets reached Kochi, but the Chinese influence gave them this permanent name. Today, they attract tourists and remind everyone of Kochi's historical bond with the sea. Tourists feel a special vibe when they watch the sunset near these nets at the Fort Kochi coast. However, locals must stay careful when going near these active fishing nets.

You must visit the local fish markets to understand the seafood culture of Kochi. These markets get busy with buyers right in the morning. Buyers and sellers bargain over which fish is fresh, which fish suits a specific dish, and the price.

You can buy fish at some markets and ask nearby restaurants to cook it for you. However, you do not find this facility everywhere. You should check the details with the restaurant before going.

Mangalore, Visakhapatnam, and Chennai also compete!

Kochi is not the only seafood hub. Mangalore in Karnataka, Visakhapatnam, and Chennai also serve very tasty seafood dishes. Traders export and import seafood from there. Every region follows its own taste and fishing traditions.

Bengaluru To Kerala For Dasara? Check Special Train Dates, Timings And All Stops

Divya Danu — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 20:17:12 +0530

The South Western Railway has announced a special express train between Bengaluru Cantonment and Thiruvananthapuram North to manage the extra passenger rush during the Dasara and Navaratri festive season. The special service will operate for one trip in each direction, offering additional travel options for passengers heading to Kerala from Bengaluru for the festive holidays. The train will run via Salem, Erode, Palakkad, Thrissur and Kottayam, among other stations.

SWR to run special express trains between Bengaluru Cantt. - Thiruvananthapuram North to clear extra rush of passengers during #Dasara

#SWRupdates

@drmsbc https://t.co/QUnPa5BiW4

— South Western Railway (@SWRRLY) October 13, 2026

Bengaluru to Thiruvananthapuram special train: Timings

Train No. 06575 will depart from Bengaluru Cantonment at 4.40 pm on Friday, October 16, 2026, and arrive at Thiruvananthapuram North at 10.30 am on Saturday, October 17.

The train will stop at several stations along the route, including Whitefield, Bangarapet, Kuppam, Salem, Erode, Tiruppur, Podanur, Palakkad, Thrissur, Aluva, Ernakulam Town, Kottayam, Changanasseri, Tiruvalla, Chengannur, Mavelikara, Kayankulam, Karunagapalli, Sasthankotta, Kollam and Varkala Sivagiri.

The additional service is expected to help passengers travelling to Kerala for Navaratri and Dasara holidays, including people planning to visit their hometowns during the festive period.

Return train from Thiruvananthapuram to Bengaluru

For the return journey, Train No. 06576 will depart from Thiruvananthapuram North at 12.40 pm on Saturday, October 17, and reach Bengaluru Cantonment at 6.40 am on Sunday, October 18.

The return service will cover the same route, with scheduled stops at the stations listed for the onward journey.

According to the railway announcement, both special express services will consist of 20 coaches.

How to check train timings and details

Passengers can check the latest timings and other journey details through the official Indian Railways enquiry website, www.enquiry.indianrail.gov.in, the NTES mobile application or the railway enquiry number 139.

Travellers are advised to check the latest service information before departure and confirm their ticket availability through the authorised railway booking channels.

Driver Falls Asleep, Car Smashes Into House Wall And Flips Into Backyard | Kerala Crash Video Surfaces

Divya Danu — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:43:28 +0530

A car crashed into a house near the Pala-Thodupuzha road in Keralam at around 5 pm on Sunday after the driver allegedly lost control. CCTV footage has now surfaced, showing the car hitting the compound wall before overturning into the backyard. The incident took place at Ajith's residence. The car rammed into the wall, broke through the compound and ended up overturned inside the property. The occupants miraculously escaped with minor injuries.

Keralam, Pala - Thodupuzha ⚠️

Disturbing Visuals

What’s with Car Driver on wet surface? Overspeeding on wet surface, lost control, rammed compound wall & landed inside residential compound…

@DriveSmart_IN https://t.co/E82soz7My4

— Dave (Road Safety: City & Highways) (@motordave2) October 5, 2026

Driver reportedly fell asleep

According to reports, the car was owned by people from Muthalakodam who were returning from Malarikkal in Kottayam when the crash occurred. The driver reportedly fell asleep while driving, causing the car to veer off the road and hit the house.

The CCTV footage has drawn attention online, with viewers commenting on the speed of the car and the damage caused to the wall. Some also pointed to the risk faced by people walking compound walls.

One comment questioned why the driver was travelling fast on a wet road, while another joked that the gate pillar needed a “root canal treatment”. Others urged drivers to be careful on wet roads, where losing control can lead to accidents.

IDSFFK 2026 Day 1: 23 Films To Screen Today As International Documentary Festival Begins

Zetan Kumari — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 11:07:08 +0530

The 18th International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala (IDSFFK) kicks off today. The festival will screen 23 movies on day one. These movies belong to the international fiction and non-fiction categories. The much-awaited 'A Fox Under a Pink Moon' is the opening film.

The international fiction section has 14 movies lined up for the audience. The list includes the Chinese film 'Kleptomania', Zhenia Kazankina's 'City of Owls', and Lucas Ozara's 'Yusuf'. The international non-fiction category features 8 movies. You can watch Raoul Peck's 'Orwell 2+2=5', Yaseen Khan's 'Robots', and Ben Proudfoot's 'The Eyes of Ghana' in this section.

Kairali Theatre will screen the opening movie 'A Fox Under a Pink Moon' at 6 PM this evening. The film follows the gripping survival journey of Soraya. She is a 16-year-old Afghan artist who gets stranded in Iran while trying to cross over to Austria. Famous Iranian documentary filmmaker Mehrdad Oskouei directed this project. The movie has bagged 20 major awards so far. This includes the Best Film award in the international competition section at IDFA, the world's largest non-fiction film festival.

2 Friends Killed as Scooter Falls Under Bus, Dashcam Captures Horrific Kottayam Accident

Divya Danu — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:16:55 +0530

Two 24-year-old women were killed after their scooter lost control and fell under an oncoming private bus near Pampady in Kerala's Kottayam district on Wednesday morning. The accident occurred at around 8.30 am and was captured on a dashcam, with footage reportedly showing the scooter losing balance after a car ahead slowed down on a narrow road.

Trigger Warning: Video below contains disturbing visuals. Viewers' discretion is advised.

Two 24-year-old women were killed in a tragic road accident near Pampady in Kerala’s Kottayam district at around 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, after their scooter reportedly brushed against a car, lost control and went under a private bus travelling in the opposite direction.

The deceased have been identified as Ashley Ann Thomas, daughter of V. V. Thomas of Vattakkavunkal, Meenadom, and Kripa Merin Kurian, daughter of Fr. Kuriakose Kadavumbhagom of Pampady.

According to preliminary police information, the two friends were travelling to Kanam to meet another friend. A car travelling ahead reportedly swerved to avoid a motorcycle parked on the roadside and a pedestrian talking to its rider. The scooter brushed against the car, causing the women to lose control and fall beneath an oncoming bus heading towards Kottayam. Both died at the scene.

Although both women were reportedly wearing helmets, they sustained fatal injuries when the bus ran over them. Police, forensic experts and fingerprint specialists inspected the accident site. Pampady Police have launched an investigation into the incident, including the alleged obstruction of the road.

Ashley was a chartered accountancy student who had recently completed the ICCA course. Friends had reportedly planned to visit her home to congratulate her on her achievement, but were instead devastated by the news of her death.

Her father, V. V. Thomas, runs a workshop at Annadivayal in Velloor. She is survived by her mother, Mary Thomas, and her brothers, Subin Varghese and Albin V. Thomas. Her brother Alvin is a https://t.co/oy9cemgksO student at Baselius College in Kottayam.

Her body is scheduled to be brought home at 5 p.m. on Thursday. The funeral will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday at St. George Orthodox Church in Meenadom, following prayers at her residence.

Kripa had returned to Kerala from Australia in the early hours of October 19, accompanied by her brother Kiran, who also works there. She was pursuing a Master of Social Work at James Cook University in Brisbane and had come home for a vacation.

Kripa and Ashley had been close friends since their school days at BMM School in Pampady. Whenever Kripa returned home during holidays, visiting Ashley was reportedly among her first priorities.

Kripa had planned to attend the annual festival at St. Ignatius Jacobite Syrian Church in Kadavumbhagam, Pampady, where her father serves as vicar. The festival is scheduled for October 24 and 25. She had purchased new clothes for the occasion and booked her return flight to Australia for November 16.

Tragically, her death came just days before her 25th birthday on November 22.

Kripa is survived by her father, Fr. Kuriakose Kadavumbhagom, her mother, Anita Kurian of Manarcad, and her brother Kiran. Her father is the director of Blossom Valley Child Development Centre in Pampady and has held leadership positions in church organisations.

Her funeral is scheduled for 2 p.m. on Thursday at St. Ignatius Jacobite Syrian Church in Kadavumbhagam, Pampady, with Catholicos Baselios Joseph presiding over the service.

District Police Chief K. M. Sabu Mathew confirmed that an investigation had been launched into the accident. Police are also examining the circumstances surrounding the reported road obstruction.

The tragic deaths of the two young friends have left their families, classmates and the local community in deep shock.

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The victims were identified as Ashley Ann Thomas, daughter of V V Thomas of Meenadom, and Kripa Merin Kurian, daughter of Fr Kuriakose Kadavumbhagam of Pampady. The two were close friends who had known each other since their school days at BMM School in Pampady.

According to preliminary police information, they were travelling to Kanam to meet another friend. Both reportedly wore helmets but died at the scene after the bus ran over them.

How did the accident happen?

According to preliminary reports, a car travelling ahead swerved to avoid a motorcycle parked on the roadside and a pedestrian speaking to its rider. The scooter carrying Ashley and Kripa reportedly brushed against the car, causing the women to lose control and fall beneath a private bus travelling towards Kottayam.

Dashcam footage from a vehicle travelling behind them reportedly captured the sequence leading to the collision. Police are investigating the circumstances, including the alleged obstruction on the narrow road.

#Keralam பாம்பாடி அருகே கார் மீது ஸ்கூட்டர் உரசி கட்டுப்பாட்டை இழந்ததில், எதிர் திசையில் வந்த தனியார் பேருந்தின் அடியில் சிக்கி 24 வயதான இரண்டு இளம் பெண்கள் சம்பவ இடத்திலேயே பரிதாபமாக உயிரிழந்தனர்.

உயிரிழந்தவர்கள் ஆஷ்லி ஆன் தாமஸ் மற்றும் கிருபா மெரின் குரியன் என அடையாளம் காணப.. https://t.co/J4QSsp2jND

— M.M.NEWS உடனடி செய்திகள் (@rajtweets10) October 23, 2026

Police personnel, forensic experts and fingerprint specialists inspected the accident site. District Police Chief K M Sabu Mathew confirmed that an investigation had been launched.

Who was Ashley Ann Thomas?

Ashley was a chartered accountancy student who had recently completed the ICCA course. Friends had reportedly planned to visit her home to congratulate her on the achievement. Instead, they were devastated to learn of her death.

Her father, V V Thomas, runs a workshop at Annadivayal in Velloor. Ashley is survived by her mother, Mary Thomas, and her brothers, Subin Varghese and Albin V Thomas.

Her body was scheduled to be brought home at 5 pm on Thursday. The funeral was scheduled for 10 am on Friday at St George Orthodox Church in Meenadom, following prayers at her residence.

Kripa Merin Kurian had returned from Australia

Kripa had returned to Kerala from Australia in the early hours of October 19 with her brother Kiran, who also works there. She was pursuing a Master of Social Work at James Cook University in Brisbane and had come home for a holiday.

Her return was also an opportunity to spend time with family and friends. Whenever she visited Kerala during university breaks, meeting Ashley was reportedly among her first priorities.

Kripa had planned to attend the annual festival at St Ignatius Jacobite Syrian Church in Kadavumbhagam, Pampady, on October 24 and 25. Her father serves as the church's vicar. She had bought new clothes for the celebrations and booked her return flight to Australia for November 16.

Her death came just month before her 25th birthday on November 22. She is survived by her father, Fr Kuriakose Kadavumbhagam, her mother, Anita Kurian of Manarcad, and her brother Kiran.

Her funeral was scheduled for 2 pm on Thursday at St Ignatius Jacobite Syrian Church in Kadavumbhagam, with Catholicos Baselios Joseph presiding over the service.

Investigation underway

The deaths have left both families, friends and the local community in shock. The two women had shared a friendship that stretched back to their school years, and their journey to meet another friend ended in tragedy.

Police are examining the sequence of events that led to the collision, including the reported road obstruction and the actions of those involved. The investigation will seek to establish how the scooter lost control and whether any negligence contributed to the accident.

The incident has also drawn attention to the dangers of narrow roads where parked vehicles, pedestrians and moving traffic can create unexpected hazards. The precise circumstances and responsibility for the crash remain subject to the police investigation.