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Capital requires steps to mitigate floods, coastal erosion, not Keraleeyam, says V.D. Satheesan

Oppn. Leader V.D. Satheesan criticizes LDF govt. for not taking preventive measures against flash floods & coastal erosion in Thiruvananthapuram. He demands steps to prevent floods, find lasting solution to erosion & make damaged roads motorable. He also criticizes govt. for not paying full reward for Onam celebrations.

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Khadi Board records sales of ₹21.8 crore during Onam

The Kerala Khadi Village Industries Board had total sales of ₹21.8 crore during Onam this year, according to board vice-chairman P.Jayarajan.

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Onam festivities and sale continue in Coimbatore

Here’s a look at what’s in store in the city for upcoming festivals

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For the first time after pandemic slump, Kerala cinema theatre owners have a cheerful Onam

The revival in the fortunes of theatre owners comes after four bleak Onam seasons, with theatres in the State remaining closed for two of those due to the pandemic.

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In Frames | Tigers in the town

The town square in Thrissur, Kerala turns into a collage of stripes and spots as more than 250 “human tigers and leopards” prance about the streets in a rollicking show to lend a carnivalesque finish to the Onam celebrations.

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Amid rain scare, Onam pageantry attracts thousands as week-long celebrations conclude

Around 3,000 artistes participated in the pageantry, featuring 60 floats. As many as 10 art forms from other States and around 80 artistes from States outside joined the procession

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Onam sales: Supplyco records a turnover of ₹170 crore

Kerala State Civil Supplies Corporation (Supplyco) recorded a sales turnover of ₹170 crore during Onam season. District-level fares contributed ₹6.28 crore, while sales from other Onam fares stood at ₹112.44 crore. Subsidised items worth ₹55.26 crore were sold. Highest volume of sales was ₹14.25 crore on Aug 26, with an…

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Traffic restrictions from 2 p.m. on Sept. 2

Traffic restrictions in Thiruvananthapuram from 2pm Sat for Onam pageantry. Main roads incl. Kowdiar-East Fort & Vettimurichakota-Eenchakkal. Vehicles from M.C. Road to Thampanoor/East Fort via Mannanthala, Kudappanakunnu, Peroorkada, Pippinmoodu, Sasthamangalam, Edappazhinji, Jagathy & Thycaud. Kazhakootam-Medical College-Kannamoola-Pattoor-Vanchiyoor-Uppidamoodu-Thakaraparambu flyover-Killipalam. Nedumangad-Peroorkada-Pippinmoodu-Sasthamangalam-Edappazhinji-Vazhuthacaud-Thycaud. Parking banned on Kowdiar-Vellayambalam-Museum-Palayam-East Fort & Vettimuruchakota-Mitranandapuram-West Fort-Eenchakkal. Govt offices, educational institutions…

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Liquor worth ₹759 crore sold by Bevco between August 21-30 in State

Kerala State Beverages Corporation (Bevco) registered record liquor sale of ₹759 crore during Onam festival, 8.5% more than last year. 301 government-run outlets across the State contributed to the sale.

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Little KITEs school camps to have digital Onam celebrations

School camps of the Little KITEs IT clubs this year will be held from Friday to Sunday with digital Onam celebrations.

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Colourful pageantry to bring curtain down on Onam fete

The curtain will come down on the week-long Onam celebrations, organised by the State Tourism Department, with a cultural pageantry in the State capital on Saturday evening.

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Kudumbashree members dance to break world record

Kudumbashree Mission members set a record by performing Thiruvathirakkali with 7,027 dancers. Revenue Minister K. Rajan inaugurated the event and congratulated the mission members. Certificates from LIMCA Book of Records and Talent Record Book were presented. Steps are being taken to enter the feat in the Guinness Book of Records.…

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Centre slashes LPG prices by ₹200 ahead of poll season

Union Cabinet approves reduction in LPG gas cylinder price to ₹200 for domestic use on occasion of Onam and Rakshabandhan. Free LPG connection to 75 lakh women under Ujjwala scheme and ₹400 subsidy per cylinder.

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In Pictures | Onam celebrations 2023

According to folklore, Onam is a festival connected with the return of the mythical demon king Mahabali under whose reign everyone lived in happiness and equality.

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Onam kits distributed to nearly 5 lakh AAY card holders: G.R. Anil

Minister G.R. Anil said 2.41 lakh AAY card holders received Onam kits, 5 lakh in total. 83% of ration card holders collected August supplies. Onam fairs conducted by Supplyco recorded ₹7 crore in sales. Reports of special kits given to people's reps denied.

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Dry weather, rising heat make farmers worry about life after Onam

Kerala farmers face severe test due to rising heat index, near empty dams & rivers; 50% less rain than normal June-Aug; crops like paddy, vegetables, banana & spices hardest hit; Attappady farmers in distress.

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CM, Governor convey Onam greetings to Keralites

Kerala Governor, CM, Tamil Nadu CM & Leader of Opposition wish Keralites joyous Onam. Celebration brings unity, brotherhood & hope to overcome difficulties. Govt. doing best to make Onam joyous with welfare pensions & subsidised groceries.

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Last-minute shopping spree and cheery festivities mark Thiru Onam eve in Kerala

Holiday cheer marked the final day of the supersized Thiru Onam shopping season in Kerala as citizens crowded markets, malls, flower shops, electronic gadget stores and textile showrooms scouting for closing-hour bargain buys. Old traditions, uthrada pachil, made a comeback even as paddy farmers staged a protest outside the Kerala…

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Watch | How to serve Onam sadya

A video demonstrating how the traditional Onam sadya should be served and in what order

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Extreme poverty to be eradicated in Kerala by November 1, 2025, says Chief Minister

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan announced that extreme poverty in the state will be eradicated by Nov 1, 2025. Govt. has sought support from local bodies, agencies, institutions and individuals to uplift 64,000 families. He urged Kerala society to protect its secular fabric and highlighted the state's welfare measures. Onam celebrations…

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Endosulfan victims feel betrayed again

Kasaragod Endosulfan victims betrayed by govt: Pending aid for 6 months, caregivers unpaid for a year. Govt yet to disburse monthly financial aid before Onam. Victims, caregivers suffer due to technical issues delaying transfer of money. Govt assures aid will be deposited soon. #EndosulfanVictims #Kerala #Onam #FinancialAid

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Drugs worth ₹2 crore seized in Excise special drive

Stepping up enforcement in the run- up to the Onam festivities, the Excise department has seized drugs worth ₹2 crore and registered 7,164 cases in a Statewide special drive lasting 17 days.

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Public urged to inform police of Onam travel plans

Kerala Police have urged those who plan to travel during Onam to utilise its Pol-App mobile application to ensure surveillance for their homes.

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Nilambur tribespeople celebrate ‘Nankonam’ with dance, music

Tribespeople celebrated Onam with joy, thanks to NABARD-JSS project. MP P.V. Abdul Wahab, NABARD district manager A. Mohammed Riyas, JSS director V. Ummer Koya, Kalikavu block panchayat president P. Thankammu, Karulai grama panchayat president Jayasree Ancheriyan attended the event. Participants showcased their talents, received gifts, and enjoyed a sumptuous feast.…

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Kollam Collector’s Onam dance goes viral

The bureaucrat in traditional Kerala attire grooving to the tune of Onapattin thalam thullum went viral over social networking sites accumulating a multitude of views and shares in no time.

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