Kerala PSC Current Affairs Brief — 08 July 2026

Today’s digest covers critical Kerala developments including the Wayanad landslip response, labour rule violations at CorroHealth. National highlights feature the Amarnath pilgrimage surge, Ram Temple donation audit findings, and a West Bengal rape-murder investigation.

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Kerala News

1. Wayanad landslip: government shifts residents, halts bridge traffic

• At least three people are confirmed dead and five others are missing in the Wayanad debris slip incident.
• The government has relocated local residents to safer locations and halted traffic on the Meenakshi bridge.

PSC relevance: Disaster Management Act, 2005; Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) functions

2. CorroHealth lay-offs in Kozhikode linked to labour rule violations

• The laid-off staff at CorroHealth in Kozhikode allege that flagging of labour rule violations could have triggered the lay-offs.
• A meeting between government officials and management representatives is scheduled in Kochi on July 10 to address the issue.

PSC relevance: Industrial Disputes Act, 1947; Labour laws and welfare schemes

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National News

3. Record 1.3 lakh pilgrims visit Amarnath shrine in 5 days

• A total of 1.3 lakh pilgrims have visited the Amarnath shrine in Kashmir over a span of five days, setting a new record.
• The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir stated that the goal is to ensure a memorable pilgrimage experience with best possible amenities.

PSC relevance: Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019; Pilgrimage tourism and infrastructure

4. Ram Temple SIT report reveals procedural flaws in donation management

• CCTV footage shows counting staff hiding currency notes in clothes, pockets, and shoes during the Ram Temple donation counting process.
• The SIT identified procedural flaws in the management of donations and will conduct a re-audit of accounts.

PSC relevance: Constitution of India, Article 26 (religious freedom); Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002

5. West Bengal Police intensify probe into Baruipur rape-murder case

• Three accused have been arrested and are being questioned in the Baruipur rape-murder case, with forensic and viscera examination reports awaited.
• Investigators are examining a shack as a possible crime scene in the ongoing probe.

PSC relevance: Criminal Procedure Code, 1973; Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012

6. National Conference passes resolution on restoration of J&K statehood

• The National Conference has passed a resolution terming the delay in restoration of Jammu and Kashmir statehood as ‘inordinate’.
• Leaders described the Centre’s phrase ‘appropriate time’ as a ‘vague and timeless expression’ in the resolution.

PSC relevance: Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019; Article 370 abrogation implications

7. Madras High Court issues notices on election petitions alleging blackmail

• The Madras High Court has ordered notices on election petitions filed by DMK leaders alleging that the Chief Minister blackmailed children during an appeal.
• The petitions were filed by R.D. Shekar and S. Inigo Irudayaraj, who lost in Perambur and Tiruchi East constituencies.

PSC relevance: Representation of the People Act, 1951; Electoral malpractices and judicial review

8. Punjab Congress faces internal rift as Channi camp skips Baghel’s outreach meetings

• The Channi camp in Punjab Congress skipped outreach meetings organised by the party’s in-charge Baghel, indicating internal rifts.
• Senior leaders in Punjab are preparing for the upcoming Assembly election amid the crisis.

PSC relevance: Indian National Congress party structure; Anti-defection law and internal democracy

9. Laxman to oversee India’s Zimbabwe tour and Asian Games campaign

• Laxman has been appointed to oversee India’s tour of Zimbabwe and the Asian Games campaign, marking his second stint with a second-string team.
• This appointment reflects the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) strategy for nurturing young talent.

PSC relevance: Sports governance in India; BCCI’s role under the Societies Registration Act, 1860

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9 MCQs

Q1. What action did the Kerala government take in response to the Wayanad debris slip incident?

Options: A. Evacuated residents to safer locations and halted traffic on Meenakshi bridge B. Declared a state-wide curfew and imposed Section 144 C. Announced a compensation package of ₹1 crore per affected family D. Ordered a judicial probe into the incident within 24 hours

Answer: A

Explanation: The government relocated local residents to safer locations and halted traffic on the Meenakshi bridge as per the news context.

Q2. When is the meeting scheduled between government officials and CorroHealth management representatives regarding the lay-offs?

Options: A. July 8 B. July 10 C. July 12 D. July 15

Answer: B

Explanation: The meeting is scheduled in Kochi on July 10 as mentioned in the news context.

Q3. What is the primary reason cited for the lay-offs at CorroHealth in Kozhikode?

Options: A. Financial losses due to market downturn B. Flagging of labour rule violations C. Government policy banning private healthcare services D. Automation replacing human resources

Answer: B

Explanation: The laid-off staff allege that flagging of labour rule violations could have led to the lay-offs.

Q4. How many pilgrims visited the Amarnath shrine in Kashmir over a span of five days?

Options: A. 1 lakh B. 1.3 lakh C. 1.5 lakh D. 2 lakh

Answer: B

Explanation: A total of 1.3 lakh pilgrims visited the Amarnath shrine in Kashmir over five days.

Q5. What procedural flaw was identified in the Ram Temple donation management as per the SIT report?

Options: A. Misuse of foreign donations for domestic purposes B. Counting staff hiding currency notes in clothes and pockets C. Non-declaration of donations below ₹10,000 D. Delay in depositing donations to bank accounts

Answer: B

Explanation: CCTV footage showed counting staff hiding currency notes in clothes, pockets, and shoes.

Q6. Which institution is conducting a re-audit of the Ram Temple donation accounts?

Options: A. Enforcement Directorate B. Special Investigation Team (SIT) C. Comptroller and Auditor General of India D. Central Bureau of Investigation

Answer: B

Explanation: The Special Investigation Team (SIT) identified procedural flaws and will conduct a re-audit.

Q7. What is the status of the accused in the Baruipur rape-murder case as per the latest update?

Options: A. All accused have been acquitted due to lack of evidence B. Three accused have been arrested and are being questioned C. The accused have fled the country and are untraceable D. The case has been transferred to a fast-track court

Answer: B

Explanation: Three accused have been arrested and are being questioned in the Baruipur rape-murder case.

Q8. What phrase used by the Centre regarding Jammu and Kashmir statehood restoration was criticised by the National Conference?

Options: A. ‘One nation, one law’ B. ‘Appropriate time’ C. ‘Constitutional morality’ D. ‘Federal spirit’

Answer: B

Explanation: The National Conference criticised the Centre’s phrase ‘appropriate time’ as vague and timeless.

Q9. Which constitutional provision is most relevant to the election petition alleging blackmail by the Chief Minister in Tamil Nadu?

Options: A. Article 19 (Freedom of Speech) B. Article 324 (Election Commission powers) C. Representation of the People Act, 1951 D. Article 21 (Right to Life and Personal Liberty)

Answer: C

Explanation: The election petitions were filed under the Representation of the People Act, 1951, alleging electoral malpractices.

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Quick Recap

#	Topic	One-line
1	Wayanad landslip response	Government relocated residents and halted Meenakshi bridge traffic after debris slip incident.
2	CorroHealth lay-offs	Lay-offs in Kozhikode linked to labour rule violations; meeting scheduled on July 10.
3	Amarnath pilgrimage record	1.3 lakh pilgrims visited Amarnath shrine in Kashmir over five days.
4	Ram Temple donation audit	SIT report found counting staff hiding currency notes; re-audit ordered.
5	Baruipur rape-murder case	Three accused arrested; forensic reports awaited; shack examined as crime scene.
6	J&K statehood resolution	National Conference passed resolution criticising Centre’s delay in restoring statehood.
7	Madras HC election petitions	Court issued notices on petitions alleging blackmail by Chief Minister during appeals.
8	Punjab Congress rift	Channi camp skipped Baghel’s outreach meetings, indicating internal rifts ahead of Assembly election.
9	Laxman’s appointment for tours	Laxman appointed to oversee India’s Zimbabwe tour and Asian Games campaign.

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Sources: The Hindu, Indian Express, PIB. Compiled via RSS feeds and verified at time of publication.