Ranni

A flash flood in Ranni, Kerala, left behind mud, waterlogged furniture, and ruined merchandise, replacing festive activity with an eerie silence. The disaster struck in 2026, as indicated by the title.

Pathanamthitta in Kerala is experiencing severe floods as torrential rains submerge key roads, with Ranni being the worst-affected area. The town remains under two to two-and-a-half feet of water, causing traffic to halt.

A toddler was electrocuted in Ranni.

Drones and ground patrols are being deployed in Ranni to monitor wild elephant movements and warn residents of vulnerable fringe villages. The initiative focuses on early detection to prevent conflicts between elephants and local communities.

A woman was injured in a wild boar attack inside a supermarket in Kerala’s Ranni. The animal entered the shop through the entrance and attacked her while she was arranging goods after opening the store.

Five individuals were arrested in connection with an alleged vigilante attack in Ranni. The incident highlights potential security concerns in the area.