https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news Kerala Kaumudi: Latest News en-gb Copyright:(C) KERALAKAUMUDI ONLINE, https://keralakaumudi.com/en/info/copyright-policy.html https://keralakaumudi.com/en/info/privacy-policy.html https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/favicon.ico WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling him a good friend. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/modi-is-a-good-friend-donald-trump-expresses-optimism-over-india-us-trade-agreement-1759580 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/modi-is-a-good-friend-donald-trump-expresses-optimism-over-india-us-trade-agreement-1759580 Sat, 06 Jun 2026 02:50:00 IST TEHRAN: Fresh tensions have erupted in the Gulf region after Iran launched new attacks on regional targets following the breakdown of peace talks with the United States. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/iran-launches-fresh-attacks-in-gulf-one-indian-dead-63-injured-in-kuwait-1758448 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/iran-launches-fresh-attacks-in-gulf-one-indian-dead-63-injured-in-kuwait-1758448 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:40:01 IST KUWAIT CITY: Kuwait has initiated severe diplomatic and retaliatory measures against Iran following a direct attack on its main international airport. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/airport-attack-triggers-diplomatic-crisis-kuwait-orders-iranian-officials-to-leave-within-24-hours-1758186 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/airport-attack-triggers-diplomatic-crisis-kuwait-orders-iranian-officials-to-leave-within-24-hours-1758186 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 22:11:14 IST Fresh controversies continue to shadow billionaire Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, following disclosures regarding his past ties with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/bill-gates-addresses-staff-on-epstein-files-confirms-past-affairs-with-two-russian-women-1758120 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/bill-gates-addresses-staff-on-epstein-files-confirms-past-affairs-with-two-russian-women-1758120 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 21:01:12 IST SHARJAH: The parents of two girls from Kannur and Tamil Nadu, who were named as accused in the death of a two-year-old Pakistani boy in Sharjah, have been granted bail. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/two-year-olds-death-in-sharjah-parents-of-accused-malayali-girl-granted-bail-1758002 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/two-year-olds-death-in-sharjah-parents-of-accused-malayali-girl-granted-bail-1758002 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:44:35 IST KUWAIT CITY: An Indian national has been killed and several others injured following a drone strike targeting Kuwait International Airport, local officials and diplomatic sources confirmed. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/indian-national-killed-flights-suspended-after-drone-strike-targets-kuwait-airport-terminal-1757992 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/indian-national-killed-flights-suspended-after-drone-strike-targets-kuwait-airport-terminal-1757992 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:12:06 IST TEHRAN: Iran has announced a three-day funeral for Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a joint US-Israeli attack on Iran. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/iran-announces-three-day-funeral-for-ayatollah-ali-khamenei-1757850 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/iran-announces-three-day-funeral-for-ayatollah-ali-khamenei-1757850 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:07:55 IST ABU DHABI: Four Indians, including a Malayali, emerged as lucky winners in the Big Ticket draw. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/luck-favours-malayali-yet-again-four-indians-become-millionaires-in-abu-dhabi-big-ticket-1757405 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/luck-favours-malayali-yet-again-four-indians-become-millionaires-in-abu-dhabi-big-ticket-1757405 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:03:22 IST SHARJAH: A Malayali was stabbed to death in Sharjah. The dead has been identified as Ismail Ponnaram Ibrahim Kutty. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/malayali-stabbed-to-death-in-sharjah-1757372 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/malayali-stabbed-to-death-in-sharjah-1757372 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:18:58 IST WASHINGTON: The United States is holding peace talks with Iran to end the Middle East conflict. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/‘you’re-crazy-you’d-be-in-prison-if-it-werent-for-me’-trump-tells-netanyahu-1757304 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/‘you’re-crazy-you’d-be-in-prison-if-it-werent-for-me’-trump-tells-netanyahu-1757304 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:24:07 IST TEL AVIV: Israel has firmly rejected calls to halt its ongoing ground operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon, signalling a further intensification of the conflict. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/middle-east-conflict-escalates-israel-deepens-lebanon-incursion-as-us-and-iran-exchange-strikes-1756991 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/middle-east-conflict-escalates-israel-deepens-lebanon-incursion-as-us-and-iran-exchange-strikes-1756991 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:18:21 IST The Malayalees of Atlanta are not yet out of the shock induced by the helicopter crash that killed the groom and pilot just hours before the wedding. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/dave-raised-concerns-before-take-off-jesni-knew-he-was-gone-atlanta-malayalees-in-shock-over-tragic-helicopter-crash-1756814 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/dave-raised-concerns-before-take-off-jesni-knew-he-was-gone-atlanta-malayalees-in-shock-over-tragic-helicopter-crash-1756814 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:39:29 IST ATLANTA: A wedding day turned into tragedy in Dawson County, Georgia, after a helicopter carrying a newlywed couple crashed, killing the groom and the pilot, and leaving the bride hospitalised. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/american-malayali-atlanta-wedding-helicopter-crash-groom-bride-1756404 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/american-malayali-atlanta-wedding-helicopter-crash-groom-bride-1756404 Sun, 31 May 2026 22:49:17 IST ABU DHABI: Expatriates in the UAE can now look forward to significant savings on their daily food expenses, thanks to a newly launched mobile application offering discounts of up to 70%. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/slash-food-bill-by-70%-new-app-transforming-uae-shopping-1755674 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/slash-food-bill-by-70%-new-app-transforming-uae-shopping-1755674 Sat, 30 May 2026 16:49:31 IST WASHINGTON DC: Reports suggest that the United States and Iran have reached an understanding to extend the ceasefire between the two countries. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/west-asia-conflict-us-and-iran-agree-to-extend-ceasefire-trump-to-make-final-call-1754943 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/west-asia-conflict-us-and-iran-agree-to-extend-ceasefire-trump-to-make-final-call-1754943 Thu, 28 May 2026 23:55:18 IST DHAKA: The 700-kilogram albino buffalo that achieved international internet stardom for its uncanny resemblance to US President Donald Trump has been officially spared from ritual sacrifice. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/government-intervenes-to-save-donald-trump-from-sacrifice-placed-under-zoo-custody-1754893 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/government-intervenes-to-save-donald-trump-from-sacrifice-placed-under-zoo-custody-1754893 Thu, 28 May 2026 11:06:14 IST DUBAI: Air India Express has launched a major promotional campaign, offering up to 50 percent off domestic and international flights. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/festive-season-bonanza-air-india-express-slashes-fares-by-50%-for-indian-expats-in-uae-1754891 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/festive-season-bonanza-air-india-express-slashes-fares-by-50%-for-indian-expats-in-uae-1754891 Thu, 28 May 2026 10:43:27 IST RIYADH: Abdul Rahim, an Indian national who spent two decades behind bars in Saudi Arabia, has been officially released from prison. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/freedom-after-20-years-abdul-rahim-walks-free-from-saudi-jail-returning-to-india-1753934 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/freedom-after-20-years-abdul-rahim-walks-free-from-saudi-jail-returning-to-india-1753934 Tue, 26 May 2026 19:34:21 IST WASHINGTON DC: Reports suggest that Iran’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is currently hiding in a secret location. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/mojtaba-khamenei-hiding-in-secret-location-us-iran-peace-deal-getting-delayed-1753184 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/mojtaba-khamenei-hiding-in-secret-location-us-iran-peace-deal-getting-delayed-1753184 Mon, 25 May 2026 12:29:00 IST Diplomatic efforts to restore peace in West Asia have made significant progress, but negotiators have not yet reached an agreement on the terms of an interim deal. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/west-asia-conflict-deal-efforts-underway-to-reopen-strait-of-hormuz-amid-tough-conditions-1753140 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/west-asia-conflict-deal-efforts-underway-to-reopen-strait-of-hormuz-amid-tough-conditions-1753140 Mon, 25 May 2026 01:18:02 IST NEW DELHI: U.S. President Donald Trump showered praise on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of the American Declaration of Independence at the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/america-1753110 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/america-1753110 Mon, 25 May 2026 00:25:29 IST SHARJAH: More details emerged in the death of a Malayali woman and her five-year-old daughter, who jumped from a flat complex in Al Nahda, Sharjah. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/quarraled-previous-night-officials-intervened-police-grilling-husband-over-malayali-woman-daughters-death-in-sharjah-1752901 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/quarraled-previous-night-officials-intervened-police-grilling-husband-over-malayali-woman-daughters-death-in-sharjah-1752901 Sun, 24 May 2026 22:54:01 IST LOS ANGELES: An Indian citizen accused in multiple criminal cases has been arrested by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/indian-citizen-arrested-in-us-more-than-2400-indians-deported-in-2025-alone-1752733 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/indian-citizen-arrested-in-us-more-than-2400-indians-deported-in-2025-alone-1752733 Sun, 24 May 2026 18:52:26 IST WASHINGTON: The suspect, identified as Nasire Best of Maryland, was shot and killed by security personnel after drawing a weapon near a security checkpoint outside the executive mansion. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/warning-ignored-white-house-shooter-who-claimed-to-be-jesus-was-already-under-federal-surveillance-1752629 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/warning-ignored-white-house-shooter-who-claimed-to-be-jesus-was-already-under-federal-surveillance-1752629 Sun, 24 May 2026 12:05:45 IST NEW DELHI: Marco Rubio indicated a potential breakthrough in regional diplomacy, stating that Iran may soon accept a peace agreement to conclude the ongoing conflict in West Asia. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/rubio-signals-potential-breakthrough-iran-may-soon-accept-west-asia-peace-deal-1752316 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/rubio-signals-potential-breakthrough-iran-may-soon-accept-west-asia-peace-deal-1752316 Sat, 23 May 2026 22:33:58 IST SHARJAH: A Malayali woman and her five-year-old daughter were found dead in Sharjah, UAE. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/malayali-woman-and-daughter-found-dead-inside-apartment-in-sharjah-1752125 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/malayali-woman-and-daughter-found-dead-inside-apartment-in-sharjah-1752125 Sat, 23 May 2026 16:56:45 IST DHAKA: The buffalo, which weighs around 700 kilograms, is kept on a farm in Narayanganj, east of Dhaka https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/bangladeshs-viral-donald-trump-buffalo-to-be-slaughtered-on-eid-1752044 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/bangladeshs-viral-donald-trump-buffalo-to-be-slaughtered-on-eid-1752044 Sat, 23 May 2026 11:19:55 IST MUSCAT: Mahmood, who had returned to Kerala in 2022 after concluding a long career abroad, had recently arrived in Muscat alongside his wife, Rahmath, and daughters, Mehra and Majida. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/from-celebration-to-mourning-former-expatriate-passes-away-in-oman-after-witnessing-son’s-wedding-in-hospital-1751634 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/from-celebration-to-mourning-former-expatriate-passes-away-in-oman-after-witnessing-son’s-wedding-in-hospital-1751634 Fri, 22 May 2026 20:15:56 IST WASHINGTON: Strains have reportedly emerged between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/rift-in-coalition-trump-and-netanyahu-clash-over-iran-policy-1750905 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/rift-in-coalition-trump-and-netanyahu-clash-over-iran-policy-1750905 Thu, 21 May 2026 14:33:34 IST TEHRAN: Iran gave a clear warning that the war will spread beyond the Middle East if Israel or the United States dares to attack Tehran again. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/war-will-extend-beyond-middle-east-iran-responds-to-trumps-ultimatum-1750584 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/war-will-extend-beyond-middle-east-iran-responds-to-trumps-ultimatum-1750584 Wed, 20 May 2026 22:26:07 IST NEW DELHI: A Norwegian newspaper drew widespread criticism for its contentious cartoon depicting indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a snake charmer. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/after-tense-interaction-involving-reporter-norwegian-newspaper-depicts-pm-modi-as-snake-charmer-1750500 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/after-tense-interaction-involving-reporter-norwegian-newspaper-depicts-pm-modi-as-snake-charmer-1750500 Wed, 20 May 2026 20:32:24 IST OSLO: A full-blown clash ensued between a Norwegian reporter and the MEA secretary (West) in Norway during the press conference. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/europe/meet-mea-secretary-sibi-george-from-pala-norway-reporter-storms-out-of-press-meet-following-tense-exchange-1749776 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/europe/meet-mea-secretary-sibi-george-from-pala-norway-reporter-storms-out-of-press-meet-following-tense-exchange-1749776 Tue, 19 May 2026 13:42:43 IST TEHRAN: Iran has decided to put a bounty on US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/send-them-to-hell-iran-puts-$58-million-bounty-on-trump-and-netanyahu-1749751 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/send-them-to-hell-iran-puts-$58-million-bounty-on-trump-and-netanyahu-1749751 Tue, 19 May 2026 11:40:48 IST RIYADH: Saudi Arabia announced a four-day holiday on the occasion of Eid al-Adha. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/eid-al-adha-four-day-holiday-announced-for-private-sector-1749550 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/eid-al-adha-four-day-holiday-announced-for-private-sector-1749550 Mon, 18 May 2026 23:32:33 IST ABU DHABI: The results of the first weekly e-draw of May’s Big Ticket have been announced, with four winners, including a Malayali. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/malayali-wins-big-ticket-prize-in-uae-draw-1749228 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/malayali-wins-big-ticket-prize-in-uae-draw-1749228 Mon, 18 May 2026 17:27:28 IST WASHINGTON: The Shivagiri Ashram of North America (SANA) is finalising extensive preparations for its upcoming annual convention and the Gurudeva Consecration Anniversary. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/shivagiri-ashram-of-north-america-gears-up-for-sacred-consecration-anniversary-1748819 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/shivagiri-ashram-of-north-america-gears-up-for-sacred-consecration-anniversary-1748819 Sun, 17 May 2026 21:25:44 IST KABUL: The Taliban regime in Afghanistan has ratified a controversial new 31-article decree. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/taliban-decrees-‘silence’-of-virgin-women-valid-as-marriage-consent-in-afghanistan-1748714 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/taliban-decrees-‘silence’-of-virgin-women-valid-as-marriage-consent-in-afghanistan-1748714 Sun, 17 May 2026 17:33:48 IST WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has once again issued a strong warning to Iran. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/calm-before-the-storm-trump-to-target-irans-nuclear-facilities-1748699 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/calm-before-the-storm-trump-to-target-irans-nuclear-facilities-1748699 Sun, 17 May 2026 16:28:11 IST GENEVA: The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared a global health emergency following the spread of Ebola infections in Congo and Uganda. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/ebola-outbreak-world-health-organisation-declares-global-health-emergency-1748652 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/ebola-outbreak-world-health-organisation-declares-global-health-emergency-1748652 Sun, 17 May 2026 12:01:06 IST LONDON: A former imam who sexually abused women by making them believe he had spiritual powers has been sentenced to life in prison. The court has sentenced Abdul Halim Khan. The investigation found that he also raped a 12-year-old girl. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/former-imam-gets-life-sentence-for-sexually-abusing-women-in-name-of-removing-evil-spirits-1748135 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/former-imam-gets-life-sentence-for-sexually-abusing-women-in-name-of-removing-evil-spirits-1748135 Sat, 16 May 2026 13:08:48 IST NEW DELHI/ABU DHABI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan signed a landmark agreement during their meeting in Abu Dhabi. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/modi’s-uae-visit-india-secures-30-million-barrels-of-crude-oil-to-boost-strategic-reserves-1747846 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/modi’s-uae-visit-india-secures-30-million-barrels-of-crude-oil-to-boost-strategic-reserves-1747846 Fri, 15 May 2026 22:55:46 IST RIYADH: A 24-year-old Indian expatriate lost his life after being struck by a speeding vehicle in Saudi Arabia. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/24-year-old-indian-expatriate-killed-in-saudi-arabia-highway-accident-1747661 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/24-year-old-indian-expatriate-killed-in-saudi-arabia-highway-accident-1747661 Fri, 15 May 2026 18:35:07 IST MUSCAT: An Indian-flagged cargo ship sank in a drone attack off the coast of Oman. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/indian-flagged-ship-sinks-in-drone-attack-off-oman-coast-mea-responds-1747234 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/indian-flagged-ship-sinks-in-drone-attack-off-oman-coast-mea-responds-1747234 Thu, 14 May 2026 22:16:29 IST KOZHIKODE: Abdul Rahim, the Malayali currently serving a 20-year sentence in a Saudi prison in Kozhikode, is expected to be released soon. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/abdul-rahims-release-from-riyadh-prison-likely-on-19th-may-1746960 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/abdul-rahims-release-from-riyadh-prison-likely-on-19th-may-1746960 Thu, 14 May 2026 00:47:49 IST LONDON: An expatriate Malayali collapsed and died during a morning stroll in the UK. He has been identified as Georgie Ambrayil Mathew (47), who was staying in Harrow, London. He was a chartered accountant in London. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/europe/pravasi-malayali-collapses-and-dies-during-morning-stroll-1745825 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/europe/pravasi-malayali-collapses-and-dies-during-morning-stroll-1745825 Tue, 12 May 2026 10:24:37 IST WASHINGTON: The anniversary of the SANA, a leading spiritual movement of the Sivagiri Mutt in the U.S., along with the Guru Deva Pratishta (idol installation) anniversary, will be celebrated on May 23. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/global-guru-mission-sivagiri-ashram-north-america-prepares-for-annual-meet-1745749 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/global-guru-mission-sivagiri-ashram-north-america-prepares-for-annual-meet-1745749 Tue, 12 May 2026 00:12:25 IST TEHRAN: Iran has rejected the peace proposal put forward by the United States. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/will-not-bow-down-to-enemy-iran-responds-after-trump-rejects-peace-agreement-1745241 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/will-not-bow-down-to-enemy-iran-responds-after-trump-rejects-peace-agreement-1745241 Mon, 11 May 2026 11:18:49 IST TEHRAN: Iran has reportedly conveyed its response to a proposed peace memorandum aimed at ending the West Asian conflict to the United States via Pakistan. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/tehran-responds-to-us-peace-proposal-via-pakistan-conduit-drone-attacks-reported-in-gulf-region-1744907 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/gulf/tehran-responds-to-us-peace-proposal-via-pakistan-conduit-drone-attacks-reported-in-gulf-region-1744907 Sun, 10 May 2026 21:31:52 IST ISLAMABAD: A major terrorist assault in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province has left at least 15 policemen dead and several others wounded. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/terrorist-attack-in-northwestern-pakistan-15-policemen-slain-in-coordinated-assault-1744804 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/others/terrorist-attack-in-northwestern-pakistan-15-policemen-slain-in-coordinated-assault-1744804 Sun, 10 May 2026 17:24:56 IST ERNAKULAM: A 35-year-old woman, a native of Ernakulam, tragically died in Canada just hours after undergoing surgery. https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/allegations-surface-over-malayali-womans-death-in-canada-family-demands-investigation-1744767 https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/world/america/allegations-surface-over-malayali-womans-death-in-canada-family-demands-investigation-1744767 Sun, 10 May 2026 16:01:34 IST