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The Kochi City police have launched a mission to identify and monitor vulnerable spots that could turn into criminal shelters

Presence of antibodies against the virus in blood samples was reported in the State in 2008 itself and one probable case of the virus-induced hemorrhagicfever with renal syndrome was reported in 2014. Experts say a good number of leptospirosis-like illnesses, wherein patients die within four to five days could be due to hantavirus or a co-infection of leptospirosis andhanta. Symptoms are similar and hard to distinguish without targeted serology tests

He is in the city as part of the Kumbhabhishekam at Tali Balasubramanyam Temple

Yellow alert has been issued for seven districtsThiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, and Ernakulamon Sunday, warning of isolated heavy rains

A circular was issued to the public utility officials calling for measures to introduce a gender ticketing system in buses, which will record if a passenger is a woman, man or child in ticket machines

Experts highlight AI-driven diagnosis, minimally invasive procedures, and next-generation cardiac devices

Stronger parental training, better student support systems, and inter-departmental coordination are among the remedies suggested in a meeting convened by District Collector

NIT-C, reappointed by the newly elected UDF council, had during the previous LDF tenure identified an additional 1.46 lakh tonnes of legacy waste beyond the 7 lakh tonnes initially estimated for biomining

Police say that fraudsters are approaching customers by posing as fake customer care representatives of mattress companies

As many as 1,520 schools in the State provide integrated education from class I to XII, says report. It warns that a fragmented progression structure that compels students to change institutions multiple times increases the risk of dropout

Party chairman Jose K. Mani rules out possibility of merger with the rival faction led by P.J. Joseph or a shift to UDF; says the core support base largely held firm even amidst a massive pro-UDF wave

Experts stress alternative proteins, startup opportunities, and eco-friendly food systems

Email received by a District Collector in Rajasthan claimed that explosions would occur at courts and collectorates across Kerala

Under Haritham ee Theeram project, KMMLs Mineral Separation unit has proven that biological rejuvenation of mined-out areas is not only possible but highly sustainable. Launched in 2022, the initiative has rapidly evolved from a land recovery experiment into a thriving agricultural hub

According to party leaders, a major switch of votes from the Left to the UDF resulted in this unprecedented win

Frustrated by power cuts, Alkesh Das has built a platform now used by thousands to track power cuts across 14 districts in the State

Gopakumar rejects UDFs allegations of a secret deal between the CPI(M) and the BJP in Chathannur and Kottarakara. He attributes his victory to a decade of engagement with voters and vows to address local development issues.

Meeting formulates an action plan to launch Ayyappa devotee groups at the ward level and Ayyappa devotee villages at the panchayat level

The commission, in a directive, notes that the Forest department has the responsibility to safeguard the lives and properties of people living near forest boundaries

States outgoing Finance Minister rebuts V.D. Satheesans allegation that UDF is inheriting an empty treasury; cites a cash balance of approximately 6,000 crore

Indira Canteen, which is nearing two months of operation, has reportedly proved viable through cross-subsidy.

The Left Democratic Front, which was voted out, wasnt spared either

The three-way leadership tussle spilt onto the streets across Kerala, manifesting as competing rallies by Congress workers professing their respective factional loyalties. Amid the discord, Satheesan urges cadres to refrain from group demonstrations and public declarations of loyalty.

Industry estimates indicate that nearly 60% of the States air cargo traffic is routed through CIAL

Kudumbashrees women farmers in Kerala have reported a remarkable turnover of 6.78 crore from watermelon cultivation on 758 acres as part of the Venal Madhuram initiative this year, nearly doubling last years earnings.

The film with a cult following, restored by the not-for-profit organisation Film Heritage Foundation, is the only Indian feature film selected for world premiere at the festival this year. The premiere is scheduled on May 16

They stage protests in all 14 districts demanding the rollback of the hike of 993 per cylinder, which came into effect on May 1

Daily consumption levels down by 10 mu or more compared to many days in April. However, storage in he hydel reservoirs of KSEB has not seen a marked improvement

The two local agents held in Kollam were responsible for scouting vulnerable donors and managing the fraudulent paperwork required to facilitate the illegal transplants

Old bridge on NH 544 shut; single-lane traffic via east bridge under police supervision