Kerala government

Kerala government maintains its position that a new dam must be built to replace the 131-year-old Mullaperiyar dam. The state reacted sharply to Tamil Nadu's budget proposal to raise the water level of the existing structure. A minister emphasized Kerala's refusal to accept Tamil Nadu's plan.

The Kerala government has sanctioned an additional ₹312 crore to address the imbalance in urban-rural allocation. The funds aim to correct disparities in resource distribution between urban and rural areas.

The Kerala government, led by Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan, plans a new housing project to resettle fishers, aiming to address shortcomings in the existing Punargeham initiative.

The Kerala government has initiated work on a long-term disaster resilience programme, as announced by Chief Minister Satheesan. The Kerala Disaster Resilience Programme was included in the UDF government's Revised Budget for 2026-27.

A chargesheet has been filed in actor Dileep’s media trial case, and the Kerala government informed the High Court that the investigation into five cases against a TV channel for allegedly violating a gag order in the 2017 actor assault case is complete. The High Court was considering a petition filed by actor Dileep.

Kerala's government announced ₹8-lakh aid for families of each deceased from rain-related incidents as the death toll rose to 26, with four still missing, according to Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan.

The Kerala government has removed performance-linked conditions for Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) to receive their full honorarium. This change fulfills a long-standing demand from ASHAs.

The Kerala government has appointed Anjana M. as the special secretary of the Disaster Management department. She will hold the full additional charge of the post in addition to her existing responsibilities.

The Kerala government has expanded the operational limits of authorized wild boar shooters, allowing them to be deployed across the state without district restrictions to address human-wildlife conflict.

Kochi Corporation has requested the Kerala government to approve changes to the city's master plan. This action follows public petitions addressing the issue.

The Kerala government plans to establish a pilot disaster resilience system in Pathanamthitta, featuring a denser network of rain gauges and advanced early warning mechanisms. The Chief Minister confirmed reports of a major landslide and several minor landslides in forest areas.

The Kerala government's FYUGP review panel recommends establishing Inter-University Board of Studies Committees and assessment review bodies in universities. These recommendations are part of an interim report by the Kerala State Higher Education Council evaluating FYUGP implementation in universities and colleges.

The Kerala government has established a monitoring committee for Thiruvananthapuram city to address the issue of digging up newly-tarred roads for water supply works. This follows directives from the Kerala State Human Rights Commission to the Water Resources department and the Kerala Water Authority months prior.

A Tamil Nadu native was arrested for operating a fake online Kerala lottery racket. He created websites mimicking the official Kerala government lottery portal using its name, logos, and government address to deceive customers.

The Greens are urging the Kerala government to adopt an environmentally sustainable development model in ecologically fragile regions. The Wayanad Prakruthi Samrakshana Samiti opposes the Wayanad twin tunnel project, claiming it is driven by commercial interests.

The Kerala government is facing difficulties in appointing a new DGP as ADGP S. Sreejith's candidacy has been affected by a setback. The Kerala High Court quashed a clean chit related to allegations of a foreign trip without prior government permission.

The Centre denied financial aid for Kerala’s Port City project due to the absence of a feasibility study, techno-economic report, and DPR in the proposal. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal communicated this decision to the Kerala government.

The Kerala government is considering withdrawing cases related to NEET protests, though the Home Minister warns that cases involving serious criminal offenses may not be dropped. Ramesh Chennithala, a political figure, highlighted this development.

The Kerala government finds the Centre's position on the ESA draft unacceptable, as stated by an MP. The article highlights a disagreement between the state and central governments over the draft.

Kerala Chief Minister confirms no delay in action against ADGP M.R. Ajith Kumar, citing procedural formalities as the reason. Government official P. Satheesan explains that the government could not act immediately as demanded by the media.

The Kerala government plans to install 60 km of solar fencing in Wayanad under its 100-day action programme to address human-wildlife conflict. The Wildlife Institute of India will conduct a carrying capacity study of Wayanad's forests due to proximity of human settlements to forest areas.

The Kerala government has pledged to address deficiencies at the Mental Health Centre in Thiruvananthapuram. Health Minister K. Muraleedharan emphasized the implementation of the Mental Health Care Act of 2017 to enhance patient-friendly practices in mental health institutions.

The Kerala government has launched the Digital Square programme, implemented by Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education, to enhance digital skills, promote self-learning, and foster creativity among students in Classes I to VII.

The Kerala government is releasing 1.66 metric tons of rice and implementing a ₹53-crore free kit scheme to benefit over 6 lakh families ahead of Onam. Food and Civil Supplies Minister Anoop Jacob stated efforts are underway to control food prices and ensure availability of essential commodities during the festival.

The Kerala government has dissolved the board of Milma’s Thiruvananthapuram union. The Dairy Development department cited ongoing investigations as the reason for the decision.

The Kerala government has reconstituted the Mahatma Gandhi University Syndicate, which had been delayed, leading to discontent among pro-UDF sections within the university. The absence of a functional Syndicate had stalled key academic and administrative decisions.

The Kerala government has established a high-level panel to draft the Sidharthan Anti-Ragging and Student Welfare Act. The committee will be chaired by Achuthsankar S. Nair, vice-chairperson of the Kerala State Higher Education Council, and is constituted by the Home Department.

The Kerala government has suspended ADGP M.R. Ajith Kumar based on SIT findings that allege interference in the investigation of an assault on Youth Congress workers. The government claims his continued presence could compromise the inquiry's fairness, citing statements from multiple investigating officers.

The Kerala government has reconstituted prison advisory committees. The panels will be chaired by the Director General of Prisons and include non-official members nominated by the government.

The Kerala government has approved the suspension of ADGP M.R. Ajith Kumar over alleged interference in a case involving the assault on YC workers in Alappuzha. The decision follows a detailed inquiry report by State Police Chief Ravada A. Chandrasekhar, which claims the officer attempted to influence the investigation.

The Kerala government has launched a women-only 'pink bus' service in Thiruvananthapuram, with plans to extend it to other districts. The routes and timings will be determined based on passenger requirements.

The Kerala government has compensated victims of the Mundathikode fireworks blast and informed the High Court about the measures taken.

The Kerala government prioritizes women and backward communities' empowerment, as stated by Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan. The Chief Minister inaugurated welfare projects launched by the Kerala State Backward Classes Development Corporation.

Waqf Board chairperson K.S. Hamsa criticizes the Kerala government and IUML for excluding Muslims from the State Board, accusing the government of aligning with Sangh Parivar affiliates to destabilize the board.

Sreenarayanaguru Open University will establish a permanent four-storey campus in Kollam after the Kerala government sanctioned ₹90 crore. The university currently operates from rented premises and will move to a 16,864 sq. m. state-of-the-art facility.

The Kerala government has increased the rubber support price from ₹200 to ₹250 per kg. Farmers and rubber producer organisations had requested this hike due to rising production costs.

The Kerala government has formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) led by Ajith Beegum, Inspector General of Police, Crime Branch, to investigate the death of dental student Nithin Raj. The SIT will examine overlooked aspects of the case, including potential involvement of other Anjarakandy college faculty members, in the Dalit student’s death.

The Kerala government will select 33 schemes from eight departments for Concurrent Evaluation and Monitoring of Schemes (CEMS). The initiative, led by the Finance Department, involves real-time analysis of program progress through physical and financial outcomes.

SDPI accused the Kerala government of betraying minority interests by supporting a PIL that led the High Court to impose operational restrictions on the State Waqf Board.

The High Court has granted the Kerala government two weeks to consider a vigilance probe regarding the appointment of bodybuilders as sub-inspectors.