The Latest Breaking News from Kollam

Kerala Opposition Leader V.D. Satheesan alleges ‘unholy nexus’ between CPI(M) and BJP

kerala opposition Leader v.d. Satheesan alleges ED turning blind eye to CMRL pay-off case due to "unholy nexus" between CPI(M) and BJP. He claims peaceful protests banned, workers threatened to attend Navakerala Sadas, police failed to clear mystery behind abduction of girl in Kollam. UDF MLAs to raise opinions in…

The Hindu · Dec 8, 2023

Students stranded in Achencoil forest rescued

35-member group, incl. 30 students & teachers, trapped in Achencoil forest in heavy rain rescued in joint op. on Mon. Students from Shanmugha Vilasam Higher Secondary School, Clappana, had ventured 5 km into forest w/o permission. Rescue team located them 2 a.m. & safely brought back by 4 a.m. Units…

The Hindu · Dec 4, 2023

Criticism against Kerala Police unfair, unwarranted, says Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan

kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan defends Kerala Police in Kollam kidnapping case, cites several cases as examples of excellence. Warns unwarranted criticism would demoralise force. Handed driver's licence to armless woman Jilumol from Idukki. CM blames Governor for Kannur University VC setback, says Gov must work in tandem with govt…

The Hindu · Dec 2, 2023

Missing Kerala girl found after massive search

Six-year-old Abigail Sara Reji, kidnapped from Oyoor in Kollam district of Kerala, was found abandoned at Asramam maidan in Kollam. Local residents alerted the police, who reported that she was in good health. After medical examination and counselling, she will be reunited with her parents. Abductors remain at large.

The Hindu · Nov 28, 2023

Two teenage girls missing from Perumbavoor traced to Kannur

Two teenage girls from Perumbavoor, Kerala, were found in Kannur after they went missing on November 27. A police team led by a sub inspector is bringing them back. Reason for their adventure unknown, but reports suggest they were scolded by family. The 6-yr-old girl abducted in Kollam was reported…

The Hindu · Nov 28, 2023

Child’s abduction | Youth Congress workers stage protest in front of Pooyappally police station

Child’s abduction: Youth congress workers protest police inaction in abduction of 6yo Abigail Sara Reji in Kollam, Kerala. Allegations of early investigation lapses, as most law enforcers were elsewhere. Protest reflects public sentiment.

The Hindu · Nov 28, 2023

Child’s abduction | Neighbours suspect involvement of a racket

Abductors of 6-year-old Abigail Sara Reji had been observing family for a while. White sedan seen in area in Kollam of Kerala, neighbours confirm. Gang knew area well, planned abduction after preparations. Another family in Nallia reported attempted abduction of son. Woman fled when confronted, suspects escaped. Same gang likely…

The Hindu · Nov 28, 2023

Child’s abduction | Three persons detained in Thiruvananthapuram

The frantic search to trace the whereabouts of a six-year-old girl in Kollam extended to Thiruvananthapuram during the early hours of Tuesday (November 28) with the investigation team receiving leads regarding the car used for the crime. Three persons have been detained from various locations in the State capital.

The Hindu · Nov 28, 2023

Six-year-old girl kidnapped in Kollam, family gets ransom call for ₹5 lakh

A six-year-old girl from Oyur here was kidnapped for ransom by a gang who was reportedly travelling in a white sedan.

The Hindu · Nov 27, 2023

Tropical Titans win Kallada CBL race

Tropical Titans retain winning streak in Kollam race, brightening chance of CBL-3 title. Raging Rowers improve performance, coming third. Tropical Titans lead points table with 96, Coast Dominators second (93) & Raging Rowers third (72). CBL-3 began Aug 12, final on Dec 9 at Kollam. Kovoor Kunjumon, MLA inaugurated race,…

The Hindu · Nov 25, 2023