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 · Oct 19, 2023
Indian state of Kerala hailed as leader in fight against epidemics Nurses wearing hazmat suits, schools and stores closed and towns under lockdown: this familiar scenario has just played out again in the state of Kerala, in southern India. The cause is not a new wave of Covid, but the Nipah virus: the third such outbreak to hit the state in… France 24 · Oct 18, 2023
Hundreds of Opposition UDF workers besiege Kerala Secretariat spotlighting LDF government’s ‘wrongdoings’ UDF workers protest against Kerala’s LDF government in Thiruvananthapuram, accusing it of corruption, nepotism & financial maladministration. UDF leaders lay siege to Kerala Secretariat and join picket line and spotlight corruption accusations & call CM's upcoming mass contact programme & Keraleeyam gala pre-election propaganda. UDF to hold mock trials in… The Hindu · Oct 18, 2023
Kerala Assembly Award for noted writer M.T. Vasudevan Nair Writer M.T. Vasudevan Nair selected for Kerala Legislative Assembly Award. Presented by CM Pinarayi Vijayan at KLIBF inaugural. Award includes ₹1 lakh, citation & memento. KLIBF features 240 book releases, 30 book discussions, 'Meet the Author' events, panel discussions & poetry meets. Noted personalities, incl. Nobel laureate Kailash Satyarthi, attending.… The Hindu · Oct 18, 2023
Sabarimala pilgrims from Karnataka injured in accident near Erumely in Kerala Sabarimala pilgrims injured in bus accident near Erumely, Kerala. Bus was travelling from Kolar, Karnataka to Sabarimala. Driver lost control while negotiating sharp curve. Injured rushed to hospitals in Kottayam & nearby. Traffic disrupted; probe underway. Boards installed to caution drivers; vehicles from neighbouring states often violating safety norms. The Hindu · Oct 18, 2023
Top developments from Kerala today Here are the top news to watch out from Kerala today, October 18, 2023 The Hindu · Oct 18, 2023
‘Road accidents can be brought down through use of modern technology’ IGP K. Sethuraman has said modern tech can reduce road accidents in Kerala. 70% of accidents occur on highways. Bus bays, auto bays, footpaths need to be designed and security intensified. Trauma Care Kozhikode launched 'Lifeline' network to make city free of road accidents. The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023
NGT seeks report from CPCB on dumping of garbage in areas close to Kerala border NGT seeks report from CPCB on dumping of garbage in areas close to Kerala border The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023
Santosh Trophy | Goa beats Kerala narrowly, progresses to the next round Goa and Kerala progress to final round of Senior National Football Championship for Santosh Trophy. Manipur, Uttar Pradesh, Assam and Railways top their respective groups. Goa remain unbeaten to top Group A standings. Results from Groups C-F. The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023
Twin low pressure areas to trigger rain in Kerala IMD forecasts 1st post-monsoon low-pressure areas over Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal. Cyclonic circulation over SE Arabian Sea, Lakshadweep area to form low-pressure area in 36 hrs. Depression likely to form over Central Arabian Sea on Oct 21. Trough from cyclonic circulation over SE Bay of Bengal to south coastal… The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023
Imperative to create awareness of climate change among students: Minister National Student Climate Conclave inaugurated at the Kerala State Science and Technology Museum here on Tuesday The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023
Voters’ list for local bodies in Kerala has a little over 2.68 crore voters Final list of 2.68cr voters in Kerala's local bodies; 1.41cr women, 1.27cr men, 238 transgender. 57,640 new voters added; Malappuram has highest number of voters & transgender. Summary revision had Jan 1, 2023 as qualifying date. 1st time since 2020 local body elections. The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023
Capital flash flood exposes chinks in disaster preparedness Regions that witnessed the flooding were close to newly built-up areas or areas that were not listed in the flood hazard map of the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023
NCP will strengthen LDF in Kerala, says Chacko NCP to remain part of INDIA coalition at nat'l level, strengthen LDF in Kerala. Resolution passed to ensure depositors in co-op banks don't lose money, no wrong-doers protected. Success of Vizhinjam project hailed as great achievement for LDF govt. Chacko rules out nat'l-level crisis, Delhi meeting attended by leaders from… The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023
The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023 Kerala govt. indulging in mindless extravaganza when State is neck-deep in debt: Sudhakaran Kerala Cong. MP Sudhakaran accuses govt. of indulging in wasteful extravaganza, Keraleeyam, while State is in debt. CPI(M) leading event, spending ₹27 crore. Govt. trying to hide inefficiencies, anti-incumbency. Welfare schemes, jobseekers, sportspersons, capital city all suffering. CM & Ministers must explain how Keraleeyam will benefit common man.
The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023 Early-warning systems, flood-resistant infrastructure, land-use planning required in Kerala, says report Kozhikode-based CWRDM report suggests integrated water management, afforestation, soil conservation, check dams, water-efficient agri practices, rainwater harvesting, groundwater recharge, water quality monitoring, community involvement, climate resilient infrastructure, and data mgmt to reduce seasonal floods in Kerala.
The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023 Kulakada to have pioneering WNH facility in rural Kerala A pioneering model to establish the ‘work near home’ (WNH) facility in rural Kerala, GR8 Affinity, a consortium of six top 100 U.S.-based accounting and consulting firms, is setting up shop in the Community Skill Park (CSP) at Kulakada, located on the Adoor-Kottarakara stretch of Main Central (MC) Road. The…
The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023 ‘Kireedam’ bridge emerges prime spot in Kerala’s cinema tourism project Kerala Tourism to promote Cinema Tourism: Kireedam bridge in Vellayani, famed location of cult classic Mohanlal-starrer, identified as prime spot. Govt. gives ₹1.2M to develop 'Cine Tourism Project—Kireedam Palam' to be completed in 18 months. Other spots include Bekal Fort in Kasaragod, where Mani Ratnam shot 'Uyire...' for 'Bombay'. Tourism…
The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023 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…
The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023 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…
The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023 Kerala government gives new charges to some IAS officers Kerala government reshuffles civil servants. Haritha V. Kumar appointed as Director of Women and Child Development; H. Dineshan as Director of Social Welfare; A. Geetha as Joint Land Revenue Commissioner; Arjun Pandyan as Housing Commissioner. Six District Collectors also changed postings.
The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023 Regional Passport Office in Kochi issues advisory as online scamsters target passport applicants in Kerala Regional Passport Office, Kochi, issues advisory to public to stay alert against online fraudsters targeting passport applicants in Kerala. Multiple incidents reported from Kerala of people losing significant amounts after clicking on suspicious links sent by fraudsters claiming to be from courier agencies. India Post warns people to never click…
The Hindu · Oct 16, 2023 Opposition protests in the offing ahead of the Kerala government’s Jana Sadassu and Keraleeyam programmes LDF bracing for Opposition protests; UDF to lay siege to Secretariat on Wed. Congress & BJP to hold agitations in run-up to govt's mass contact & Keraleeyam gala. UDF to put govt to public trial for corruption, nepotism & maladministration. BJP to demand CM's resignation on Oct 30. NDA to…
The Hindu · Oct 16, 2023 The Congress’s misplaced confidence Confidence in Congress is high after wins in Thrikkakara and Puthuppally by-elections. UDF is banking on anti-incumbency sentiment, but infighting and lack of enthusiasm among sitting MPs may prove costly. CPI(M) has better rapport with minority communities and is preparing for 2024 polls. BJP's presence in 5 LS constituencies could…
The Hindu · Oct 16, 2023 International experts to feature in Keraleeyam seminars Keraleeyam 2023: 20+ int'l experts to lead 25 seminars. Robin Jeffrey, Patrick Heller to discuss Kerala economy. Richard A. Cash to lecture on pandemic. Prakash Kalarickal, Glenn Denning to speak on dairy, food security. World Bank's Dilip Ratha, Rajai Jureidhini from Hamad Bin Khalifa Univ. to join.