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A KIIFB director board meeting held on Friday decided to keep the agenda in abeyance so as to allow the government to decide its policy with respect to the institution
Man attacked with beer bottle following a family feud at Punnakkachal in Kaipamangalam on Wednesday
The university, responding to claims made by the Save University Campaign Committee, states that there is no prescribed fixed term for the chairperson of the Board of Governors
The decision to form the new outfit was due to NCP (SP) leaderships growing ties with the BJP-led NDA, especially during the recent Baramati Assembly bypoll in Maharashtra, The new party aims to remain aligned with the LDF and is set to hold its first general body meeting on June 20.
Cleaning activities remain unfinished in many parts of the city due to a shortage of sanitation workers, inadequate equipment, and other operational constraints, councillors say
Encroachers had planted cardamom in the catchment area of the Anayirankal dam reservoir and extended the illegal cultivation into the forest department-owned pine plantation
The initiative built for women of the Muthuvan tribe is expected to provide a clean and safe space for women during menstruation
Public transport will be popularised and bypasses will be made four-laned roads. A development programme harnessing the potential of Keralas 600.15-kilometre coastline, 44 rivers, 34 lakes, and four airports is envisaged as part of transforming the State into a port-led hub
Governors policy address says the States film industry will be supported through the policy covering production incentives, co-production treaties with other countries, film-tourism development, and promotion of Kerala as a shooting destination
The plan focuses on containment, mitigation, and compensation to enhance safety for farmers near forests and provide timely relief to affected families. The Forest department will utilize AI and sensor-based systems to study wildlife behaviour and promote coexistence.
The recent incident at Munroe Thuruthu points to the critical safety lapses plaguing boat operations across Kerala
He was suspended just two days before his retirement on May 31; ADGP had recommended department-level action against Javad
Seeks immediate government intervention to address the issues of those working in hotel, bakery, and catering sectors
Memorandum seeks Mallika Sarabhais removal over costs; Vice-Chancellor, however, points to 200% rise in non-government income at the varsity
The Excise dept. will be rebuilt as a modern, intelligence-driven and technology-enabled institution that is focused on public welfare, youth protection and transparent governance. A dedicated State Narcotic Enforcement Bureau will be established for specialised enforcement, including cyber surveillance of online drug networks.
Says allegations raised by CPI(M) leaders regarding his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi are ridiculous
Governor Arlekar says UDF government will prioritise strengthening public healthcare, elderly care and modernisation of hospitals across the State
In policy address, Governor said the government would focus on developing globally competitive higher education institutions within Kerala to reduce academic migration and retain talented students in the State
The government will also ensure that Keralas cultural heritage and artistic traditions are integrated into the tourism sector
Government plans expansion of IT parks, digital governance model and high-value investments in emerging sectors
Vayomithram scheme launched by previous UDF government led by the late Oommen Chandy will be expanded to all block panchayats to provide home-based health care and mental health support to the elderly
Kerala Opposition Leader says convention required that only first two stanzas of Vande Mataram need be rendered at State functions, if at all
After university students, menstrual leave is proposed to be extended to school students under Project Menstrual Dignity, according to Governors policy address in Assembly. Students will get up to three days of menstrual leave a month
Style overshadows susbtance in Kattalan which belongs to the same universe of Marco. Despite a strong cast, Paul Georges film falters in all departments
Raids were carried out as part of a planned conspiracy to intimidate the Left forces and democratic voices, alleges CPI(M) State secretary V. Srinivasa Rao
ChellanamKochi Janakeeya Vedhi is set to escalate its more than 2,308 day-long agitation with a dharna on Saturday
The previous policy address by in January had led to extraordinary scenes in the House after then Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan corrected the Governors speech after the latter had made his departure
In Kerala, West Bengal and several other places across India, the FIFA World Cup is a homecoming of fan clubs, midnight screenings, bike rallies and WhatsApp groups that spring back to life every four years
Were inspired by the late socialist leaders activities, including the agitation that eventually forced Coca Cola to close down its Plachimada plant in Palakkad, the CM said
Conditions are favourable for advancement of southwest monsoon; widespread rain is likely across the State for the next four days
The injured were immediately shifted to nearby hospitals. Their conditions are not serious
Eight CPI(M), DYFI workers arrested thus far; Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala holds high-level meeting
State Police Chief Ravada A. Chandrasekhar says investigation is on the right track and that more people involved in the violence have been identified
Ansiba Hassan has accused Tini Tom and a section of AMMA office-bearers of subjecting her to character assassination and making communal remarks against her
Preliminary steps have already been initiated in coordination with school protection groups, parents, and other stakeholders, says District Police Chief (Kochi City) Kaliraj Mahesh Kumar
CPI(M) workers gathered outside the residence and later took out protest marches in Kozhikode, alleging that the raids conducted by the ED were politically motivated
Raids yielded documents pertaining to investments and fixed deposits in banks, say ED sources
Case pertains to the murder of Sudhakaran and his mother Lakshmi at their house at Boyan Colony, Pothundy, near Nenmara, by their neighbour Chenthamara
Petition alleges May 29 Board meeting is prima facie illegal as BoG Chairman Prof. Vijay Chandrus statutory term has expired
The primary findings detail that nearly 78 grams of gold bars and coins, donated to the shrine as offerings by devotees, have gone missing recently
Irate protesters vandalise three cars used by ED officials; driver injured

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