Kerala Elections 2026 News

Kerala elections: Ageing voters in state seek pensions, security, dignity

As the LDF, UDF and NDA roll out promises tailored to this segment, Kerala's elderly are weighing not just what is being offered but also who can deliver with consistency and compassion

Updated On: 04 Apr 2026 | 10:39 AM IST

Shashi Tharoor's gunman, driver attacked in Kerala's Malappuram, one held

The incident took place when there was a roadblock at the Chelithode bridge as Tharoor was on his way to attend an election campaign event

Updated On: 04 Apr 2026 | 10:21 AM IST

Taking strict action for violation of MCC, poll rules: Kerala CEO

The Chief Electoral Officer said that immediately after the elections were announced, it was made clear to all political parties and candidates that they shall abide by the MCC

Updated On: 04 Apr 2026 | 10:03 AM IST

PM Modi to address rally, hold roadshow in Kerala today ahead of polls

The PM is scheduled to attend a public meeting in Thiruvalla and take part in a roadshow in Thiruvananthapuram

Updated On: 04 Apr 2026 | 9:54 AM IST

Job revolution a pillar of our road map for Kerala: Rajeev Chandrasekhar

BJP's Kerala chief outlines poll strategy, targets ldf-udf rule, pushes development agenda, jobs plan and minority outreach while seeking mandate to form government in state

Updated On: 02 Apr 2026 | 11:11 PM IST

LDF pledges ₹3,000 pension; jobs, growth push in Kerala poll manifesto

In its current manifesto, the CPI(M)-led LDF says it plans to identify around five lakh of the poorest families and help them rise above poverty through targeted support

Updated On: 02 Apr 2026 | 12:13 PM IST

Congress-led UDF releases manifesto for Kerala Assembly elections

Congress leader V D Satheesan said that ₹25 lakh insurance scheme will be provided to every family in Kerala, and small businesses will get an interest-free loan of ₹5 lakh

Updated On: 02 Apr 2026 | 11:12 AM IST

'Kerala in a debt trap' narrative is deliberate distortion of facts: CM

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan discusses the state government's achievements and the upcoming elections

Updated On: 02 Apr 2026 | 1:39 AM IST

BJP's Kerala manifesto promises welfare boost, AIIMS, high-speed rail

Free water, LPG cylinders, ₹2,500 monthly support for needy women among key pledges

Updated On: 31 Mar 2026 | 4:44 PM IST

Gulf nations prioritising safety of Indians in war zone: PM Modi in Keralam

PM Modi noted that many people from Keralam are working in the war-affected areas in the Gulf and the government is working to ensure that the impact of this war on India is minimised

Updated On: 29 Mar 2026 | 4:00 PM IST

Three poles in poll fray: Kerala boasts literacy, low poverty, but not jobs

Kerala heads into a three-cornered electoral contest amid strong social indicators, fiscal stress, and a persistent jobs crisis

Updated On: 22 Mar 2026 | 11:28 PM IST

Kerala Assembly election: BJP releases third list of 11 candidates

Raveendranath Vakathanam will join the fray from Puthuppally, KR Rajesh from Chavara, R S Arun Raj from Chadayamangalam, and V Ratheesh from Peerumade seat

Updated On: 21 Mar 2026 | 2:05 PM IST

People of Kerala ready for change: Rahul Gandhi pitches for UDF govt

Gandhi's message came a day after the Congress released its list of 92 candidates for the April 9 assembly election in the state

Updated On: 20 Mar 2026 | 2:44 PM IST

As Kerala heads to polls, fishermen say manifestos will decide their vote

Kerala's fishermen, majority of whom belong to the Latin Catholic community (about 2 million), do not function as a unified vote bank, but the Church does influence their political decisions

Updated On: 20 Mar 2026 | 10:52 AM IST

BJP releases second list of 39 candidates for Kerala Assembly elections

Deepak Puzhakkal will contest from Tanur seat and Aswinini ML from Kasaragod, according to the list released by the BJP

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 11:32 AM IST

BJP marginal player in Kerala, can at best break the duck in polls: Tharoor

The Congress does not see the BJP as a threat to the government or as a potential party of governance in Kerala, the former Union minister stated

Updated On: 19 Mar 2026 | 11:30 AM IST

BJP releases first list of 47 candidates for Kerala Assembly polls

Nemom is the only constituency in Kerala that has so far been won by the BJP, when O Rajagopal won the seat in the 2016 Assembly election

Updated On: 16 Mar 2026 | 8:53 PM IST

Assembly elections in five states from April 9, results on May 4

EC announces April polling for five states and Puducherry, with Bengal voting in two phases and results scheduled for May 4

Updated On: 15 Mar 2026 | 10:53 PM IST

Elections in Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala from Apr 9; result on May 4

Elections in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry and Tamil Nadu will be held in a single phase, while West Bengal will vote in two phases

Updated On: 15 Mar 2026 | 4:46 PM IST

Kerala govt approves universal health coverage for wider healthcare access

The decision to launch the "Health Protection for All" project was taken following discussions and studies held at various levels over the past one year, based on the direction of Chief Minister Pinar

Updated On: 15 Mar 2026 | 10:25 AM IST