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Do not punish us for our social advancements, Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan tells Centre

kerala chief minister pinarayi Vijayan urges Union government not to punish Kerala for its social advancements, citing Centre's bias. He also calls for more precautionary measures to prevent crowd tragedies and urges people to follow safety guidelines. He also mentions the Health department is monitoring the situation in the wake…

The Hindu · Nov 27, 2023

Soil extraction resumes at Mattappally, residents hit the streets in protest

Residents of Mattappally, Kerala, protested against the resumption of soil extraction from a hillock in Palamel grama panchayat. The contractor restarted mining despite an all-party meeting deciding to suspend it until a report was submitted. The Collector visited the site but has not yet submitted the report. The contractor said…

The Hindu · Nov 27, 2023

UDF’s Vicharana Sadas covering all Assembly constituencies from December 2, says Kerala Opposition Leader

UDF to launch Vicharana Sadas in Kerala to question government’s priorities; opposition Leader v.d. Satheesan alleges misuse of police and criminal elements to terrorise the opposition. he warns police not to be servile.

The Hindu · Nov 27, 2023

In a first, artists depict Mahabharata in mural style on a larger canvas

Kerala Art Gallery's Mahabharata mural is the first visual representation of the epic in traditional Kerala mural style. Led by Arun Aravind, a crew of five artists spent almost one and a half years to paint 43 scenes over 125-ft-long canvas. The project was completed recently and can be found…

The Hindu · Nov 26, 2023

Kerala mulls making standard operating procedure mandatory for closed-door events

Kerala is exploring the possibility of expanding the SOP for religious festivals to closed-door events. CM Pinarayi Vijayan has asked KSDMA to submit a report within a week. The SOP will specify roles and responsibilities of organisers and guidelines to be followed. It will also include aspects of event safety,…

The Hindu · Nov 26, 2023

Kerala renews alert against H1N1 after surge in respiratory illnesses in China

Health Dept. renews alert against H1N1 fever in Kerala due to reports of surge in respiratory infections in children in China. November-December period is usual season when flu and respiratory illnesses, such as H1N1, show a spike. State issued alert on rise in respiratory infections in children due to “immunity…

The Hindu · Nov 26, 2023

Union Finance Minister’s claims on fund allocation false, says Pinarayi

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Sunday accused Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman of making false claims about the Union government’s financial assistance to the State government to cover up the Centre’s flaws and its attempts to scuttle various development projects in Kerala.

The Hindu · Nov 26, 2023

Chief Minister allays apprehensions over quota cut

CM Pinarayi Vijayan clarifies no community will lose reservation rights. Kerala has unique distinction of implementing quota not based on caste. Govt not inclined to tamper with current method of reservation. Breakfast meeting organised to address queries raised by Muslim leaders.

The Hindu · Nov 26, 2023

Top Kerala news developments today

Kerala: Today, watch out for important developments in the state. Keep up with the latest news from Kerala to stay informed.

The Hindu · Nov 26, 2023

Food for the soul

Kaipathiri: Kerala's thick, flatbread made of rice flour, coconut milk & tradition, served with spicy meat or coconut milk & ghee. A staple in emigrant Malabar luggage, it's a call from home, steeped in familial love.

The Hindu · Nov 26, 2023