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Section 199A of Motor Vehicles Act stipulates that where an offence has been committed by a juvenile, the guardian or the owner of the motor vehicle shall be deemed guilty and liable to be proceeded against and punished accordingly

Health Minister K. Muraleedharan tells Assembly that govt to introduce Bill in next session, says govt agrees in principle to the need to regulate private hospitals, many of which are under management of foreign companies

Absence of any previous criminal antecedents was among grounds cited for granting bail. The decision has not gone down well with protesters demanding his arrest, who have been seeking action against the boy’s father, a judicial officer and the registered owner of the car

Accident occurs around 2.20 a.m. near a car showroom at Maraparambu on Container Road in Cheranalloor

The Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau’s Special Investigation Unit recently arrested a transport contractor for allegedly diverting 11,000 litres of Milma ghee meant for the Sabarimala temple and replacing it with a cheaper product, causing an estimated loss of ₹2.5 crore to the TDB

From September 1 to September 30, a total of 4,16,41,303 women passengers made use of the ‘Priyadarshini’ free travel scheme

Maximum compensation for deaths caused by wildlife attacks increased to ₹17.5 lakh; compensation rates for victims who suffer permanent disabilities also increased

As many as 31,446 doctors got their registrations between 2021 and 2025, show data from the Kerala State Medical Councils

The petition seeking cancellation of bail was filed by Koyilandy Circle Inspector. The accused is currently undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Kozhikode

Keralam government plans grace marks to promote farming among students

A programme to be organised by supporters of Irinjalakuda legislator in Thiruvananthapuram is perceived as another public show of dissent

According to police, the youth sent a message to the police control room stating that there was a high likelihood of the Chief Minister being targeted and that security arrangements needed to be significantly stepped up with the deployment of additional personnel

Animal and Nature Ethics Community Trust questions proposal to accommodate Wildlife Circle office in a building sanctioned for Eastern Circle office and the Custodian of Vested Forests. It alleges that verbal instructions had been issued to demolish completed record rooms to create space

Govindan seeks the response of Keralam Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan and his Cabinet to the former Governor’s reported recommendation to the President seeking the removal of the chairperson and members of the Kerala Public Service Commission

Forest officials find signs of severe malnutrition and chain-related injuries during an inspection at Ekarool near Unnikulam

Those who sustained minor injuries were taken to a private hospital in Uduma

A Crime Branch investigation into alleged irregularities in the PSC examination for certain posts in the State Planning Board is currently progressing

EEFI, an umbrella organisation of Left-backed organisations, has written to Keralam CM V.D. Satheesan, saying that financial bids were opened on September 5 this year. Any further delay in issuing work order will lead to Keralam losing Central grants under Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme as well as an opportunity for securing additional borrowing space

Kerala Sastra Sahitya Parishad president C. Ramakrishnan and general secretary V. Manoj Kumar said that access to this medication is crucial for improving the quality of life and life expectancy of patients

Officials said investigators would verify whether Diya Krishna had merely liked the controversial post or crossed a legal line by commenting, sharing, advocating, or promoting the post that risked creating communal tensions in Keralam

The Keralam government has sanctioned ₹1,081 crore for the distribution of the social security pensions and the welfare fund board pensions

Malappuram, Kozhikode and Wayanad districts are under red alert on October 25, while Idukki and Palakkad are under red alert on October 26

The progress of various projects has to be evaluated regularly for timely completion of works, says Chief Minister. He suggests improvements in basic infrastructure facilities, including better connectivity to the islands.

A total of 335 influenza cases were reported until October 23, according to the Health department.

Allegations against the Erattupetta police, who are accused of assaulting the youth during questioning in connection with a suspected cable theft case

The officials discussed the measures to be taken regarding parking arrangements for pilgrims without obstructing traffic

The probe stems from a formal complaint lodged by Youth Congress leader V.P. Dulkhifil, who appeared before Vigilance officials to record his statement and furnish details supporting his claims

A State-wide vulnerability mapping will be held to identity children living in vulnerable conditions that pose a risk to their health, education, and safety. Once the vulnerable children are identified and their details collected, regular follow-ups will be held

Senior officials in the district claim that the reported incidents are isolated cases, and that strict action is being taken against miscreants