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Kerala Court Sentences Woman to Death in Chilling Betrayal Murder of Boyfriend

Neyyattinkara, India – A local court handed down a death sentence to a woman convicted of murdering her boyfriend using poisoned herbal medicine in a case that has captured national attention. The 23-year-old victim, identified as Sharon Raj, suffered for 11 days in intensive care before succumbing to the lethal concoction. The Neyyattinkara Additional Sessions Court found Greeshma, the girlfriend of Sharon Raj, guilty of his murder following a trial that spotlighted the chilling details …

Kerala Tops National Chart for Communicable Disease Fatalities, Leptospirosis Major Culprit

Kochi, India – Kerala has recorded the highest number of deaths from communicable diseases among Indian states, a recent report from the Union government reveals. With 332 fatalities reported from January 2021 to December 3, 2024, this southern state surpasses even the more populous Maharashtra, which counted 331 deaths in the same timeframe. The concerning figures emerge despite Kerala’s lower population of approximately 33.4 million, compared to Maharashtra’s 100 million. Leptospirosis, a bacterial infection typically …

Decades-Old Wedding Photo Solves Grisly Triple Homicide in Kerala: Former Soldiers Arrested

Thiruvananthapuram, India – In a gripping resolution to a cold case that haunted Kerala for nearly two decades, investigative breakthroughs have led to the arrest of two former servicemen in the brutal slaying of a woman and her newborn twins. The chilling events that led to the unraveling of this mysterious triple homicide began with the discovery of an old photograph from a wedding, which proved pivotal in linking the suspects to the crime. The …

Decades-Long Manhunt Ends as Former Soldiers Arrested for 2006 Triple Murder in Kerala

New Delhi, India — In a chilling revelation spanning nearly two decades, law enforcement authorities have arrested two former Indian Army personnel accused of a heinous triple murder. The suspects, who had been living under assumed identities, were apprehended following a tip-off, finally breaking years of evasion. Back on February 10, 2006, a gruesome scene was uncovered in a small rented house in Yeram, near Anchal in the Kollam district of Kerala. A young mother, …

Catastrophic Landslides in Kerala Claim Over 100 Lives, Dozens Remain Trapped Amidst Continuing Deluges

Thiruvananthapuram, India — Catastrophic landslides triggered by relentless rainfall have claimed the lives of at least 106 people in Kerala, India, as rescue operations continue in an effort to find many who are still trapped beneath the rubble. The heavy monsoon rains, which have been pounding the region for days, led to this immense tragedy, overwhelming several districts and causing extensive damage to homes and infrastructure. The landslides, which occurred in the Idukki and Wayanad …

Kerala Crisis: Wayanad Landslides Claim Over 300 Lives, Rescue Efforts Intensify

Wayanad, India — The southern Indian state of Kerala is grappling with the aftermath of devastating landslides that have claimed the lives of at least 308 people in the mountainous district of Wayanad. This tragic event follows a period of intense rainfall that has repeatedly struck the region, triggering widespread destruction and prompting an extensive emergency response. Rescue efforts continue as teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), along with local authorities and volunteers, …

Outbreak Alert: Hepatitis A claims 12 lives in Kerala, districts on high alert

Thiruvananthapuram, India – An outbreak of Hepatitis A in Kerala has resulted in the tragic deaths of 12 individuals, prompting multiple districts to be on high alert. Authorities are working diligently to contain the spread of the virus and prevent further casualties in the region. The outbreak, which has affected several districts in Kerala, has raised concerns among health officials and residents alike. Hepatitis A is a viral liver disease that is transmitted through contaminated …

Outbreak in Kerala: 12 Deaths Confirmed, Multiple Districts on Alert for Hepatitis A

Thiruvananthapuram, India – A recent outbreak of Hepatitis A in Kerala has resulted in the tragic confirmation of 12 deaths, sparking concerns across multiple districts in the region. Health authorities are on high alert as they work to contain the spread of the virus and prevent further casualties. The outbreak, which began in the state capital of Thiruvananthapuram, has quickly escalated, with new cases being reported in various districts. The affected individuals range in age …

Tragedy Strikes: Family of Five Found Dead in Mysterious Circumstances in Kerala Home

Kottayam, India – Tragedy struck a family in the town of Pala, as a couple and their three young children were discovered deceased in their home under mysterious circumstances. The incident, suspected to be a case of murder-suicide, shocked the community of Akalakunnam. A local autorickshaw driver made a grim discovery on Tuesday morning when he found Jaison Thomas, a 44-year-old native, hanging inside the house. His wife, Mereena, aged 28, was tragically found murdered …

SFI Activists Accused of Murder in Kerala Student’s Death Sparks Demand for CBI Probe

Wayanad, Kerala: Police in Wayanad, Kerala, are facing criticism for not pursuing murder and conspiracy charges against 18 activists associated with the SFI who are accused in the death of a student at Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, J S Sidharthan. The probe team has been accused of only filing less severe charges against the college students. Currently, the accused are facing charges of abetment of suicide, wrongful restraint, and causing hurt by dangerous …