The Latest Breaking News from Idukki

Move to amend Land Assignment Act raises concern in Idukki

Farmers demand unconditional use of assigned land

The Hindu · Aug 9, 2023

Idukki girl rushed to Kochi from Kattappana for emergency treatment two months ago dies

Idukki girl rushed to Kochi from Kattappana for emergency treatment two months ago dies

The Hindu · Aug 5, 2023

Stop off-road safari in Kolukkumala, recommends Kerala HC panel

Wildlife experts appointed by Kerala HC recommend stopping "Off Road Jeep Safari" at Suryanelli-Kolukkumalai route in Idukki due to ecological imbalance. Panel report states 143 vehicles traverse region daily, causing soil erosion & hindering local wildlife. Tent camping in Chinnakkanal also to be stopped. DTPC hopes HC will hear their…

The Hindu · Aug 3, 2023

Tribespeople of Oommen Chandy Colony in Idukki conduct special rites for former CM

Tribespeople of Oommen Chandy Colony in Idukki conduct special rites for former CM

The Hindu · Jul 26, 2023

New leprosy case reported in Idukki

A new leprosy case has been reported in the high range area of Idukki. The case has been confirmed in a 22-year-old woman migrant labour in Karunapuram grama panchayat, said officials.

The Hindu · Jul 25, 2023

Water level slowly increasing in Idukki dam

Water level in the Idukki reservoir has been rising slowly. According to Kerala State Electricity Board’s (KSEB) dam safety officials, the water level in the reservoir on Tuesday stood at 2,327.32 ft, which is 28.16% of the total storage capacity, as against 2,371.64 ft (65.60%) on the same day last…

The Hindu · Jul 25, 2023

11 smart village offices opened in Idukki

Revenue Minister K. Rajan inaugurated 11 newly constructed smart village offices in Idukki, stressing the govt's commitment to providing title deeds to all eligible people. He said digital re-survey was started to make accurate land records. 30 out of 68 village offices were changed to smart village offices in the…

The Hindu · Jul 24, 2023

Man given death penalty for murdering six-year-old boy in Idukki

Convict sentenced to death penalty for murdering 6yo boy & raping minor sister; 4 life terms for rape, 92 yrs for attack on mother & grandmother. Judge termed crime rarest of rare & noted convict was related to victims' family. Fine of Rs 9,91 lakh imposed; 11 yrs in default.

The Hindu · Jul 22, 2023

Nilgiri tahr successfully translocated to Eravikulam National Park

The Forest department on Friday successfully translocated a Nilgiri tahr that attacked two forest watchers at the Palappetty Kudi tribal settlement, near Marayur, in Idukki. Officials said the animal was shifted to the Eravikulam National Park (ENP) in Munnar

The Hindu · Jul 21, 2023

Panel seeks details of resorts, development plan from Chinnakkanal panchayat

A panel of wildlife experts constituted by the Kerala High Court has sought details of resorts and the land development plan from the Chinnakkanal panchayat, a prime wild elephant habitat in Idukki district.

The Hindu · Jul 21, 2023