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A controversy had erupted in Kerala after Fathima made an attempt to enter the Sabarimala temple when it was opened for monthly puja in October. (Photo: File)

Sabarimala: Activist Rehana Fathima held for 'hurting religious sentiments'

The activist was booked on a complaint by Radhakrishna Menon, alleging that some of her FB posts hurt religious sentiments.

27 Nov 2018 4:12 PM

The women said they would not like to create any bad situation in the state because of their desire to go to Sabarimala. (Representational Image | PTI)

3 young women to visit Sabarimala only if 'friendly atmosphere' prevails

The women vowed that they would remove their 'sacred mala' (garland) only after offering prayers at the shrine.

19 Nov 2018 9:03 PM

Devotees enter the Sabarimala temple as it opens amid tight security on Friday. (Photo: PTI)

Strike in Kerala over arrest of Hindu woman leader on pilgrimage to Sabarimala

Hindu Aikyavedi state President K P Sasikala was arrested by police near Marakkoottam near Sabarimala at 2.30 am on Saturday.

17 Nov 2018 8:50 AM

'I have no interest in politics, and I request the leader not to defame us. The RSS-BJP activists are protesting against us,' Trupti Desai said. (Photo: PTI)

‘Trupti Desai an RSS activist’: Kerala minister on her plan to enter Sabarimala

Kerala minister also alleged that BJP is using Desai to further its political agenda in the state in name of Lord Ayyappa.

16 Nov 2018 3:28 PM

Temple priests said they will shut the temple if women between 10 and 50 enter the temple premises. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

Trupti Desai to return home, drops Sabarimala visit plan after protests

The Sabarimala temple opened today at 5 pm for the third time after SC verdict that lifted ban on entry of women.

16 Nov 2018 11:11 AM

Talking to media over phone, activist Trupti Desai said she would not go back to Maharashtra without a darshan at the Lord Ayyappa temple. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

Activist Trupti Desai, on way to Sabarimala, faces protests at Kochi airport

Protesting BJP leaders at the airport said devotees would not let Desai to come out of airport and proceed to Sabarimala.

16 Nov 2018 9:07 AM

Kumar accused Shaji of distributing pamphlets in the constituency urging people not to vote for a candidate who is not a believer of the Islamic faith. (Photo: File)

Kerala HC disqualifies MLA KM Shaji over using corrupt practices to win polls

The court gave the judgement on a plea filed by LDF candidate M V Nikesh Kumar.

09 Nov 2018 2:26 PM

This is the second time Sabarimala temple would open for 'darshan' after the Supreme Court allowed entry of women of all age groups into it. (Photo: File)

Heavy security at Sabarimala as temple to open for special prayer tomorrow

Police has not received a request from any woman (age groups 10 to 50) for security assistance to visit the sanctum sanctorum.

04 Nov 2018 9:17 PM

Considering another petition by a BJP functionary, Kerala HC observed Lord Ayyappa temple belonged to all and it was a shrine where devotees of all faiths could enter to offer prayers. (Photo: File | PTI)

'Genuine' devotees to get necessary aid at Sabarimala: Kerala govt to HC

Kerala informed HC that necessary, requisite action would be taken to maintain law and order in Sabarimala.

29 Oct 2018 8:21 PM

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan mocked at Amit Shah, saying his 'strength' won’t be enough to pull down the Kerala government led by the CPI-M. (Photo: File)

'Trying to threaten SC?' Kerala CM slams Amit Shah for Sabarimala comment

Amit Shah's physique, which is made up of only water, doesn't have much strength to pull down Kerala govt, Vijayan said.

29 Oct 2018 11:23 AM

The temple witnessed high drama recently with around a dozen women in the 10-50 age group being prevented by protesting devotees from entering it after the doors were opened for all women following the apex court verdict. (Photo: File)

Kerala HC raps govt, says heavy price to be paid if innocent devotees are held

Police have arrested more than 1,400 people in connection with Sabarimala protests and registered 450 cases over the past few days.

26 Oct 2018 8:47 PM

Activist Rehana Fathima's house was allegedly vandalised by unidentified persons while she was away trying to climb the holy hills on Friday. (Photo: File/PTI)

Activist Rehana ousted from Muslim group for attempting Sabarimala trek

The Kerala Muslim Jama'ath Council expelled her for 'hurting the sentiments of lakhs of Hindu devotees'.

21 Oct 2018 5:20 PM

'Police have said that they will provide protection. That is why I am going back,' Rehana Fatima told the media. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

My life is in danger: Women activist, after being turned back from Sabarimala

Rehana Fatima's house in Kochi was vandalised by unidentified miscreants on Friday morning.

19 Oct 2018 2:11 PM

'I am also an Ayyappa devotee,' IG S Sreejith said while negotiating for the two women. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

Ritualistic disaster: Top cop after 2 women returned from Sabarimala temple

'While we were waiting, tantri informed that if we attempt to take women ahead they would close temple,' IG Sreejith said.

19 Oct 2018 12:46 PM

A policeman charges his baton at protestors who tried to block women of menstruating age from going to the Sabarimala temple at Nilackal, a base camp on way to the mountain shrine in Kerala. (Photo: AP)

Sabarimala temple opening day 2: Section 144 imposed after protests

Several outfits called for a 12-hour shutdown. Most of the shops are shut and vehicles are off the roads.

18 Oct 2018 10:57 AM

Slogans were raised as women marched in protest at Nilakkal, the main gateway to Sabarimala. (Screengrab | ANI)

Watch: Protesters on streets, agitate over women's entry to Sabarimala temple

The doors of Sabarimala temple will be opened to women for the time at 5 pm today.

17 Oct 2018 11:11 AM

The Kerala police ordered that anyone trying to obstruct entry will amount to criminal conspiracy. (Photo: File | PTI)

Sabarimala temple opens amid protests, women’s entry stalled

The trek to the Lord Ayyappa Shrine began at 3 pm and the entry to the doors of the Sabarimala temple at 5 pm.

17 Oct 2018 9:55 AM

The Kerala High Court grants conditional bail to Bishop Franco Mulakkal accused in Kerala nun rape case. (Photo: File | ANI)

Bishop Franco Mulakkal, accused of rape of Kerala nun, gets bail

HC has laid down conditions that Bishop Mulakkal should not enter Kerala and should surrender his passport before court.

15 Oct 2018 11:55 AM

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said fishermen have been advised to reach safer coast by Friday, October 5. (Photo: AP)

Kerala: Red alert in Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, heavy rain on Sunday

Red alert comes after Met dept issued warning about a low-pressure area in the Arabian Sea, close to Sri Lankan coast.

03 Oct 2018 7:17 PM

Bishop Franco Mulakkal is currently under judicial remand in a sub-jail in Pala in Kottayam district. (Photo: File)

Kerala HC rejects Bishop Franco Mulakkal's bail plea in nun rape case

The court also took note of the submission by the prosecution that the investigation in the case was at a crucial stage.

03 Oct 2018 12:49 PM

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