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Kerala to constitute commission for senior citizens, says Minister for Social Justice R. Bindu

Kerala plans to set up a commission for senior citizens to address their welfare issues. Minister of Higher Education and Social Justice R. Bindu inaugurated a function to distribute certificates to those who completed the Naipunya Nagaram programme, which imparts hi-tech skills to the elderly. Several programmes are being implemented…

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Project to enhance reading, writing and arithmetic skills of students to take wing soon in Ernakulam district of Kerala

Kerala's General Education department launches 'Samagragunamenma Padhathi' project to improve reading, writing and basic Maths skills of Classes I-VII students. Aim is to ensure basic reading and writing abilities and identify gaps in skills. Project modules developed by experts to initiate corrective measures. Aims to address decline in foundational skills…

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Major fire breaks out at a rubber park in Ernakulam

.A major fire broke out in Ernakulam rural district on Sat, Oct 14, 2023. Firefighting units from across the district were called in to tackle the strong flames. Cause of fire unknown.

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Heavy rain lashes several parts of Kerala; orange alert in 3 districts

Heavy rain in Kerala: IMD issues orange alert in 3 districts, yellow alert in 7. Orange alert for Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta; yellow alert in Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur. Rainfall of 6-20 cm, thunderstorm, gusty winds.

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Illegal waste dumping: Special squads in Ernakulam district lagging behind in inspections in Kerala

Ernakulam district lags behind most other Kerala districts in number of inspections conducted by special enforcement squads since March 2023. Despite two squads, 961 inspections were held, compared to 6,700 in Kozhikode, 3,015 in Alappuzha and 2,259 in Kottayam. Spot fines of ₹2.6 lakh, ₹56 lakh, ₹50.3 lakh and ₹10.9…

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‘Manasodithiri Mannu’ campaign yet to pick up momentum in Ernakulam

The 'Manasodithiri Mannu' campaign, launched in 2022, aims to provide land and housing to landless families with public support. As on Sept-end, 215 cents had been donated, with registration proceedings completed for 192. Rising land prices and demand are impacting efforts to scale up donations. The authorities are seeking cooperation…

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Screening of K.G. George’s films in Kochi

Kochi's Ernakulam Public Library and Metro Film Society are hosting a KG George Film Festival from Oct 10-13 to honor the late filmmaker. CPI(M) district secretary C.N. Mohanan will deliver the keynote address and critic M.K. Sanoo will inaugurate the event. Films such as Swapnadanam, Yavanika, Mattoral, and Adaminte Variyellu…

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Call to speed up track doubling through Alappuzha to avoid detention of trains

Commuters of short distance passenger trains have warned of protest, citing how a large number of passengers are unable to reach their workplaces and homes in time, since their trains are being detained to make way for the newly launched Vande Bharat Express through Alappuzha.

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Crop loss reported in 778 hectares

Heavy rains cause crop loss in 778 hectares in Kerala, affecting 4832 farmers. Paddy crop was worst hit, followed by banana and vegetables. Loss in monetary terms was ₹13.43 crore. Alappuzha was worst hit, followed by Ernakulam and Thrissur. Loss also reported in Tapioca, tubers, coconut, etc.

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Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan urges authorities to act tough against those involved in illegal dumping of untreated sewage

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan recommends stringent measures to check illegal dumping of sewage in Ernakulam, Kottayam and Alappuzha. District Collectors asked to step up action against violators. Door-step collection of non-biodegradable waste improved. Faecal sludge treatment plants being set up. Poverty eradication, welfare programmes and new projects for each…

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Top developments from Kerala today

Here are the top news to watch out from Kerala today, October 2, 2023

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Heavy rain lashes Kerala, to continue for a couple of days

Heavy rain continues in Kerala for 3rd day, replenishing waterbodies. SW monsoon has ended, but active spell of rain likely to continue. Depression over south Konkan coast weakens, low pressure area over south central Maharashtra. Low pressure area over Gangetic West Bengal unlikely to intensify. North-east monsoon to set in…

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Yellow alert in five districts on Sunday

Copious rains triggered by two weather systems in Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal. Ernakulam South recorded highest rainfall of 13 cm in 24 hrs. Yellow alert issued for 5 districts with warning of isolated heavy rains.

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Doubling rail track in 46-km Thuravur-Ambalappuzha corridor gets an extra push

Railway to double 46-km Thuravur-Ambalapuzha corridor. Railway Board to approve project in Oct, estimate in Dec. Doubling of track to reduce travel time, benefit Kerala's economy. Land acquisition to be completed by 2024, doubling by 2026.

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Walk this way

At Marine Drive in Ernakulam, a picturesque walkway with park benches, the Greater Cochin Development Authority issued an order restricting public access between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. due to 'anti-social elements'. Despite the decision, the area remains a popular hangout for the city's youth, who gather to unwind after…

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Kerala CPI(M) leader refutes allegations in legal notice sent by Congress MLA Mathew Kuzhalnadan’s law firm

CPI(M) Ernakulam district secretary C.N. Mohanan denies all allegations and rejects demand for ₹2.5 crore compensation in legal notice from Congress MLA Mathew Kuzhalnadan's law firm. Mohanan claims he only demanded investigation into Kuzhalnadan's false statements and financial irregularities. He denies making any accusations against the law firm. Kuzhalnadan accuses…

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Discontent over guidelines on functioning of police stations in Ernakulam Range

Discontent among police personnel over new guidelines issued by Ernakulam Range DIG. Rules restrict number of cots in restrooms, uniforms not to be left behind. Cops feel insensitivity towards their welfare, impracticality of being in uniform all the time. SHOs to ensure compliance by Sept. 30, submit report by Oct.…

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ED raids in Kerala over money laundering case linked to banned Popular Front of India

ED raids offices, residences of PFI leaders in Kerala for alleged anti-national activities. Searches conducted in Ernakulam, Thrissur and Malappuram districts. ED claims funds sourced from abroad used for illegal activities.

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KSINC launches second tourist vessel service on Kochi-Palaikari route

KSINC launches Cleopatra, its second tourist boat, on Kochi-Palaikari route, covering backwaters of Ernakulam, Alappuzha, and Kottayam. Boats have 100 seats, 20 of which are air-conditioned. Tour package of ₹999 includes lunch, tea, snacks, and activities like angling, boating, kayaking, and motorboat ride.

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Other trains will not be detained to make way for Vande Bharat, say Railways

Second Vande Bharat train for Kerala begins trial run; to meet travel demand, but may affect other train schedules. Railways taking steps to ensure minimal disruption, such as making optimal use of vacant time slots and increasing speed limits. Doubling of Ernakulam-Ambalappuzha track key to streamlining services. 170% occupancy of…

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Kalolsavam, Kerala State School Arts Festival, to be held in Kollam from January 4

State School Arts Fest in Kollam (Jan 4-8); Sports Meet in Thrissur (Oct 16-20); Special Arts Fest in Ernakulam (Nov 9-11); Science Fair in Thiruvananthapuram (Nov 30-Dec 3). The Hindu wins award for best coverage of 61st State School Arts Fest

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Literacy Mission exams in Kerala’s Ernakulam district throw up many inspiring tales

Literacy Mission exams in Kerala’s Ernakulam district throw up many inspiring tales. Examinations for the 16th batch of the tenth equivalent course are being held across 16 centres in Ernakulam district in Kerala.

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60% of Perumbalam bridge project completed

Construction of bridge over Vembanad Lake connecting Perumbalam island to mainland is 60% complete. The bridge will have 30 spans, 11m width, 7.5m carriageway & 1.5m footpaths. The ₹100-crore project funded by KIIFB is expected to be opened for traffic in 2024. It will make travel hassle-free for 15,000 islanders…

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Nipah alert in Kozhikode

Kerala Health Dept. issues alert after 2 unnatural deaths due to fever in Kozhikode. Minister convenes high-level meeting. 3 Nipah outbreaks reported in state, 2 in Kozhikode, 1 in Ernakulam. 17 deaths in 2018, 1 in 2019, 1 in 2021.

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State registers 20% increase in domestic tourist footfall: Riyas

Kerala saw 20.1% growth in domestic tourist footfall in 1st half of 2021. Foreign tourist arrivals increased 171.55%. Revenue generated by tourism sector rose from ₹12,285.91 crore in 2021 to ₹35,168.42 crore in 2022. Ernakulam, Idukki, Thiruvananthapuram, Thrissur, Wayanad & Kozhikode were top districts for domestic tourist arrivals.

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