Kerala should focus on preventive and primary health care, points out health experts Kerala should focus on preventive and primary health care, points out health experts The Hindu · Nov 3, 2023
State’s Responsible Tourism Mission bags global award Kerala bags Global Responsible Tourism Award 2023 for its women-inclusive initiatives. Award recognises RTM's work in promoting ethnic & traditional foods, providing authentic local food experiences, generating additional income for local communities & marketing of products. The Hindu · Nov 3, 2023
Respecting privacy of citizens a key element in effective e-governance in future, says TN Minister Respecting privacy of citizens a key element in effective e-governance in future, says TN Minister The Hindu · Nov 3, 2023
When 14 classrooms turned into 14 districts on Kerala Foundation Day SNDP Higher Secondary School in Udayamperoor celebrated Kerala Foundation Day in a unique way: transforming classrooms into 14 districts of Kerala. Students & teachers showcased history, art forms, historical figures, rivers, tourism, industry, & agri crops. A highlight was a youngster dressed as Vayalar Ramavarma in Alappuzha & the teacher… The Hindu · Nov 3, 2023
Present Kerala’s case strongly before Finance Commission to recover lost fiscal space, govt. advised The State government has been advised to prepare well and present its case strongly before the soon-to-be constituted 16th Finance Commission to recover Kerala’s lost fiscal space. The Hindu · Nov 3, 2023
Kerala rain | IMD issues orange alert for three districts IMD issues orange alert for Idukki, Kozhikode and Wayanad districts in Kerala due to thunderstorm. Heavy rain expected in Pathanamthitta and Ernakulam on November 4 and 5 respectively. Localities may receive very heavy rainfall (115.6-204.4 mm) in 24-hour window on Nov 3. The Hindu · Nov 3, 2023
Kerala Govt departments covering up corruption by Chief Minister and family, alleges Congress MLA Mathew Kuzhalnadan Congress legislator Mathew Kuzhalnadan alleges Kerala Govt covering up corruption cases related to CM Pinarayi Vijayan & family. Denying info sought by him & RTI applications, to prevent allegations of payment to CM's daughter reaching his doorstep. Govt also not sharing info on repayment of ₹87.6 crore by Kerala State… The Hindu · Nov 3, 2023
‘Will not forget Manipur’: Thrissur Archdiocese of Syro-Malabar Church in Kerala criticises BJP, Narendra Modi and Suresh Gopi Catholicasabha slams BJP govt, PM Modi, Suresh Gopi for apathy in handling Manipur riots. Asks why Gopi wants to contest from Thrissur when BJP has no ‘eligible men’. People must keep vigil against ‘vote-bank politics’ by ignoring Manipur issue. PM silent on Manipur riots, Opposition had to bring out no-confidence… The Hindu · Nov 3, 2023
Israel-Hamas war | CPI(M) hails IUML ‘decision’ to participate in LDF’s pro-Palestine rally in Kozhikode IUML appears to be aligning with CPI(M) on various issues, including UCC, Palestine cause. CPI(M) has held meetings to mobilise public opinion against Israel's attacks on Gaza, while IUML is reportedly disgruntled with Congress' lack of support. IUML's decision to join CPI(M) rally in Kozhikode to show solidarity with Palestine… The Hindu · Nov 3, 2023
Three synthetic drug pushers nabbed from Thamarassery in Kerala Three men, V.C. Sayooj, Lenin Raj, and P. Siraj, were arrested in Kozhikode, Kerala on Nov. 2 with 22g of MDMA. They were remanded in judicial custody on Nov. 3. The trio had been working as drug pushers for over a year, targeting young addicts in Kozhikode and Malappuram districts.… The Hindu · Nov 3, 2023
Top Kerala News developments today Key news developments in Kerala on November 3, Friday The Hindu · Nov 3, 2023
Builders anticipate near future demand for 40,000 new houses in Kochi CREDAI Kochi anticipates 40,000 dwelling units in city/suburbs due to expansion of IT-related work spaces. Infrastructure needed to handle rising demand, incl. decongesting roads. CREDAI welcomes Kochi Corp's decision to take all stakeholders into confidence before finalising masterplan. Builders expect substantial growth in Kerala due to tourism sector post-COVID. Shortage… The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023
Need for ensuring nutrition security among all cross-sections in State: experts While Kerala has made rampant strides towards achieving food security, there is a need for greater focus in ensuring nutrition security among all cross-sections in the State. The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023
K-Smart to issue building permits in 30 seconds, rollout in January in Kochi Kochik-Smart, a unified software, will be rolled out in all corporations & municipalities in Kerala on Jan 1. It will cut red tape, make permits transparent & efficient. It uses Chat GPT, AI & blockchain tech. Training is underway for those who will use it to issue permits. CREDAI was… The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023
The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023 Critical thought vital for a healthy democracy: CM Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated the second edition of the Kerala Legislature International Book Festival (KLIBF) in Thiruvananthapuram on Thursday.
The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023 Social commitment of Kerala Police exemplary, says Pinarayi The social commitment of the Kerala Police was exemplary and the State had experienced this during the time of natural calamities and pandemics, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has said.
The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023 State will launch its first Unity Mall soon: Industries Minister Kerala’s first Unity Mall (Ekta Mall) for promoting regional products, especially those with Geographical Indication (GI) tag, will come up on the Technopark campus, Industries Minister P. Rajeeve said
The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023 Northeast monsoon intensifies, Orange alert in Idukki today The northeast monsoon is set to enter another vigorous mode over Kerala, triggered by the strong northeasterlies.
The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023 On the wrong track | Why daily commute is an ordeal for train passengers in northern Kerala Kerala's rail commuters face an ordeal daily: squeezing into packed unreserved coaches, struggling to board, and enduring unwanted advances. Reasons for overcrowding include road traffic delays and changes to train timings due to COVID-19. Passengers demand more short-distance trains and MEMUs, but the Railways are unable to make changes due…
The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023 Power tariffs revised in Kerala, Electricity Regulatory Commission gives nod for average hike of 20 paise per unit Kerala: KSEB allowed avg. 20 paise/unit hike in power tariffs for 8-month period. Exempted categories include BPL, IT industries, orphanages, endosulfan victims, cancer patients, etc. Fixed charges for domestic category also revised. Commission to finalise tariffs from July 2024.
The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023 Study identifies 37 rare moth species in Kerala, three first time in India A recent study by an entomology researcher identified 37 rare moth species in Kerala. As many as three of them were the rarest and reported for the first time in the country.
The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023 Kerala Government moves Supreme Court against Governor Arif Mohammed Khan over pending Bills Kerala govt seeks Supreme Court declaration that Governor Arif Mohammed Khan failed to exercise Constitutional powers on Bills passed by State Legislature.
The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023 Kerala Police register second case against Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar for remarks on Kalamassery blasts Kerala Police file FIR against Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar and BJP's Anil K. Antony for making communally instigative social media posts in connection with Kalamassery blasts. Charges include Section 153 & 153A of IPC and Section 120(o) of Kerala Police Act. Case registered on petition by KPCC's Sarin P. Chandrasekhar…
The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023 Survey begins to recover excess land owned by Kerala MLA P.V. Anvar Revenue dept. in Kerala has started survey measures to recover excess land held by P.V. Anvar, MLA, at Kakkadampoyil in kozhikode. 6.25 acres of land to be forfeited after survey work. Thamarassery tahsildar to lead forfeiture measures based on report submitted to Kerala State Land Use Board. High Court directed…
The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023 Death threat to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan received over phone at State police HQ Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan received death threat at Thiruvananthapuram police HQ. Police investigating if minor made call. Case registered under Sections 118(b) & 120(o) of Kerala Police Act. Threat made through phone, letter, writing, message, e-mail or messenger.