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Relatives of the deceased allege that there were attempts to extort nearly 3.5 lakh from him in the name of borrowing 15,000 a year ago

Experts led sessions on topics including heatwaves, the preparation and practical implementation of local heat action plans, monsoon preparedness and precautionary measures to tackle disaster risks such as floods, landslides, and fire hazards

The tools include the Houselisting Block Creator web application, HLO mobile application, the self-enumeration portal, and the Census Management and Monitoring System portal.

Speakers urge the aspirants to be clear why they wanted to pursue a career in the Civil Service at The Hindu Civil Service Gateway 2026

Power outages hit key areas, including Vyttila, Kadavanthra, Kalamassery, and Thripunithura. KSEB officials blame excess power consumption during the scorching summer for frequent night-time supply failures

Yellow alert issued for Idukki, Pathanamthitta, Kannur, and Kasaragod districts on April 29

Fitness test of elephants participating in the various events of the Thrissur Pooram was carried out

Kunhalikutty says if the UDF is voted to power, the Chief Minister would be decided by the Congress keeping in mind the peoples sentiments.

Former Chief Secretary inaugurates the two-day The Hindu Civil Service Gateway 2026 in Thiruvananthapuram

Doctors treating her identified the snake as non-venomous

Wells are rapidly receding, while streams and other natural water sources have remained dry for months

Counting of votes will be held at Government Victoria College, Palakkad; NSS Engineering College, Akathethara; and Mount Seena Public School, Pathiripala

Public must be educated about the serious practical challenges and safety concerns that arise when a snakebite victim has to be administered the anti-snake venom, says KGMOA

The new order allows students to undertake internships at their own colleges. Teachers will be permitted to oversee the work and evaluate performance

During the last financial year, the KFDC earned Rs 11 crore from forestry crops, while total ecotourism generated Rs 14.75 crore

Leader of the Opposition blames the LDF govt. for the decision to cancel these contracts, says the move has led to unscheduled loadsheddings and power restrictions across the State this summer

Neighbours found Basheer lying unresponsive around 2 p.m., and rushed him to Government Taluk Hospital, Pattambi, where he was declared dead on arrival

Ms. Sreelekha inaugurated the march during which the controversial slogan Poda Pulle was reportedly raised against the police force

A highly respected figure in the lineage of Sree Narayana Guru, he had headed the Narayana Gurukula for the past 27 years

The prosecution said the court refused anticipatory bail to Dr. Ram after finding prima facie merit in the allegations, including claims of caste-based abuse

The summer rain will gain strength in the State from April 27, and the meteorological agency issued a yellow alert warning of rains in the range of 64.4 mm-115.5 mm in 24 hours in districts like Idukki, Pathanamthitta, Kannur, and Kasaragod on April 29

TheVilambaramritual began in the morning with the ceremonial procession fromNeythalakkavuBhagavathy Temple

Hibi Eden submitted a letter conveying his decision to relinquish the post to KPCC chief Sunny Joseph on April 14

Geethamma, who was killed, was a member of the Mahila Morcha District Committee

District collectors have been instructed to take necessary steps and seek the opinion of police and traffic authorities regarding reducing the duration of traffic signals wherever possible

The estimate has been prepared on the basis of a survey assessing demolition costs and the valuation of saleable debris

In view of Thrissur Pooram, the unreserved MEMU special trains will be operated between Kollam Junction and Thrissur on April 26 to ensure convenient travel for passengers, says release issued by railways

According to the report, the helicopter flew directly above the temples flagpole, which is a high-security zone, and the explanation provided by the Coast Guard citing weather issues was not satisfactory

On April 21, a deadly explosion at a fireworks unit at Mundathikode claimed at least 12 lives, injured more than 24, and damaged at least 50 houses nearby. The unit was set amid vast paddy fields and housed multiple sheds storing large quantities of explosive materials. Investigations are under way. Mini Muringatheri and Aathira Haridas report on the latest tragedy in a hazardous trade where violations are common

Sample fireworks scheduled for the day cancelled. Scale of celebrations curtailed, illumination of pandals restricted to main Pooram days. Thiruvambady observes 3-day mourning.

To seek necessary permissions from the Union government before going ahead with the value addition project

Authorities issue directives to hospital staff to prioritise and provide immediate emergency care for patients with sunburns and other heat-related ailments

Participants will have the opportunity to interact with scientists, visit research divisions, and witness demonstrations of technologies, advanced research facilities, and equipment

Antivenom administration can trigger adverse reactions in the patient, which taluk hospitals may not be equipped to handle. It can be given only in confirmed envenomation cases, which require specific clinical evaluation and blood tests, facilities that many taluk hospitals lack. However, antivenom should not be withheld as complications due to snakebites are a far greater risk than adverse reactions