December 9, 2025

72.7% Devotees Satisfied at Srikalahastheeswara Temple, Tops Andhra Pradesh Survey

A recent survey shows 72.7% devotees happy with services at Srikalahastheeswara Swamy Devasthanam in Andhra Pradesh. The temple leads in pleasing pilgrims on sanitation, staff, and queue management, says MLA Bojjala Venkata Sudheer Reddy.

December 9, 2025

District Gears Up for Local Body Polls with 28.6 Lakh Voters and Tight Security

Local body elections are set for December 11 with 28.6 lakh voters, 6,724 candidates, and 3,054 polling stations. Special security and a dry day on counting boost election safety.

December 9, 2025

Kottayam records lowest voter turnout in local elections since 2015 at 70.76%

Kottayam's local body elections saw 70.76% voter turnout, down from previous years. Erattupetta saw a small rise in voting, while Changanassery had the lowest turnout. Some EVM glitches and a minor political clash marred the day.

December 9, 2025

Only One Voter Cast Ballot at Remote Pachakkanam Polling Station in Periyar Tiger Reserve

At Pachakkanam polling station in Periyar Tiger Reserve, only one voter showed up amid technical glitches and no mobile connectivity. The polling team, protected by forest rangers, overcame challenges to hold the election.

December 9, 2025

Kochi Polls See Young and Elderly Voters Turn Out with Enthusiasm

Kochi’s local election polls opened with excitement from first-time voters and determined elderly citizens. Stories from Gandhi Nagar and Palluruthy reveal voter hopes, nerves, and dedication across ages.