National PAC Meet in Kerala: Odisha MLAs Demand Stricter Audits and Financial Accountability
The All India Conference of Chairpersons of Public Accounts Committees (PAC) of Parliament, State Legislatures, and Legislative Councils was successfully held in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. A prominent delegation from the Odisha Legislative Assembly actively participated in the summit, advocating for stronger financial oversight and governance. Speaking on the theme of Audit, Accountability, and Good Governance, Odisha [] The post National PAC Meet in Kerala: Odisha MLAs Demand Stricter Audits and Financial Accountability appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Jantar Mantar At Kochi: CJP Announces Anti-SIR Protest On Nov 7; Abhijeet Dipke To Attend
The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has announced an anti-Special Intensive Revision (SIR) protest in Kochi, Kerala, on November 7. Titled Jantar Mantar at Kochi, the demonstration will be held at Rajendra Maidan from 4 pm, with the party calling for the cancellation of the voter roll revision exercise. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, south zone lead Vijay Mallangi and national secretary Aafreen Nawaz will attend. The protest follows the arrests of CJP leaders, including Dipke, Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das, during demonstrations in Delhi. CJP had also supported the INDIA bloc's November 1 march but did not join Rahul Gandhi's rally.
Employees union protests against attempts to destroy PSC in Keralam
CPI(M) State secretary M.V. Govindan accuses UDF government and a section of the media of continuing a slanderous attack on the PSC to facilitate contract appointments
Tiger Killed By Train In Tamil Nadu, Forest Department Seeks Speed Cuts
The four-to-five-year-old tiger is believed to have been run over by the Palaruvi Express while crossing the tracks between Sengottai and Baghavathipuram, close to the Kerala border. Forest officials suspect the incident occurred past midnight on Tuesday.
With entry to Idukki, Kudumbashrees Kerala Chicken to cover the entire State
The project will be launched in Idukki in the second week of November 2026. The venture has a precise product traceability system that allows a customer who buys Kerala Chicken to trace it to the farm it originated from
With entry to Idukki, Kudumbashrees Kerala Chicken to cover the entire State
The project will be launched in Idukki in the second week of November 2026. The venture has a precise product traceability system that allows a customer who buys Kerala Chicken to trace it to the farm it originated from
Keralam Chief Minister V.D. Satheesans stand comes under a cloud in power purchase row
As per KSEB documents, Chief Engineer (Commercial and Tariff) had informed the then MD of KSEB M.G. Rajamanickam that the Himachal Pradesh arrangement was more suitable for meeting the KSEBs critical peak-hour requirements
Ranji Trophy: Tripura stun Saurashtra; Mumbai get fourth win, Hyderabad edge Chhattisgarh
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) Tripura pulled off one of the biggest upsets in the 2026/27 Ranji Trophy by defeating former champions Saurashtra by 133 runs on the final day of their Elite Group B clash. Set 342 to win, Saurashtra were undone once again by off-spinner Sandip Sarkar. He followed his first-innings figures of 4-48 with 4-81, and finished with eight wickets in the match. Arpit Vasavada made 89, the only half-century of the second innings for Saurashtra, and was the last man to be dismissed after he was run out by Manisankar Murasingh to seal a famous win for Tripura in Agartala. Sridam Paul was named Player of the Match for scores of 86 and 50. At the Brabourne Stadium, 42-time champions Mumbai beat Railways by 106 runs to get their fourth straight outright win of the season. Mumbai had to wait until the final session to clinch the victory. Railways were 250/5 at the last drinks break and seemed set to escape with a draw. Eshaan Goyal and Zubair Ali had rebuilt the innings from 83/5 in the 31st over with a 167-run sixth-wicket stand. But on the very first ball after drinks, Goyal attempted a paddle sweep off Musheer Khan, and Musheers brother Sarfaraz, anticipating the shot from first slip, moved swiftly towards leg slip to take the catch. A couple of overs later, Musheer had Ali caught at long-off. Raj Choudhary and Himanshu Sangwan dug in for a while in an attempt to take Railways to a draw. But Tanush Kotian removed Choudhary, and Musheer came back to dismiss Sangwan and wrap up the win for Mumbai, as Railways lost their last five wickets for 15 runs. Elsewhere, Hyderabad scraped home by one wicket against Chhattisgarh in a nail-biting chase of 259 at the Gymkhana Ground. At 220/9, Hyderabad looked beaten, but a 39-run last-wicket stand off 104 balls turned the game, and Rakshann Readdi finished it with a six over long-off. The win also took Hyderabad to the top of the Group B table with 20 points. At the Eden Gardens, Maharashtra thrashed Bengal by 10 wickets in an Elite Group C clash. Bad light had cut into play on three days, but Maharashtra still had time to secure a bonus point. Pradeep Dhade and Hitesh Walunj took four wickets each on day for as Bengal were bowled out for 186 in their second innings, leaving Maharashtra a target of 112 to chase. Openers Sachin Dhas and Prithvi Shaw knocked it off in just 19.4 overs. While Dhas was unbeaten on 61 off 68 balls with 10 fours, and reached his fifty in 43 deliveries, Shaw made an unbeaten 53 off 50 balls, laced with three fours and four sixes, and got his half-century in 47 balls. It was Maharashtras biggest win of the season and their second outright victory. The seven points took them to 19, past previous leaders Bengal, who suffered their first defeat of the season. In Ahmedabad, Gujarat crushed Kerala by an innings and 58 runs to get a bonus-point victory. Urvil Patels unbeaten 210 set up the win, while Arzan Nagwaswalla finished with match figures of 8-83, including 4-24 on the last day, as Kerala were bowled out for 197 after being made to follow on. Tamil Nadu needed three wickets on the final day, and Ajith Ram took them all, finishing with 7-48 to seal the win over Chandigarh. At the Air Force Complex Ground in Palam, Yash Dhulls first hundred of the season helped Delhi hold on for a draw against Services and take three points due to taking a first-innings lead. Chasing 320, Delhi slipped to 119/4 just before tea when Nitin Tanwar removed Ayush Doseja for 14. But Dhull stood firm and finished unbeaten on 104 off 104 balls, with 11 fours and two sixes. He reached his century off 102 deliveries, shortly before the teams shook hands with Delhi, ending on 168/4 after 38 overs. Services captain Rajat Paliwal completed a century in each innings, while ex-Delhi player Mohit Ahlawat made 142 as Services declared their second innings at 397/9. Elsewhere, several games ended in draws. Uttar Pradesh made 492, built on Adarsh Singhs 162 and Madhav Kaushiks 137, and Prashant Veer took 3-42, but they could not get a win over Baroda in Kanpur. Jammu and Kashmir piled up 555/6 and took a 170-run first-innings lead over Pondicherry, who batted out the game thanks to Ankit Sharmas 62 in Srinagar. Andhra replied to Punjabs 592/9 with 505/8 to secure a draw. Shaik Rasheed made 176, while Karan Shinde fell four runs short of a hundred. Rain cost Jharkhand plenty of overs against Odisha, who reached 280/7 on the final day as the match was drawn. Pukhraj Manns unbeaten 153 on the final day saved the game for Himachal Pradesh against Rajasthan. All three Plate Group matches produced results. Satyajeet Bachhav followed his first-innings 6-50 with figures of 7-33 as Sikkim beat Manipur by 201 runs. Nagaland bowled out Meghalaya for 172 in the second innings to win by 122 runs. Mizoram beat Arunachal Pradesh by an innings and 29 runs, with Chinmay Sutar making 175 and Bobby Zothansanga taking five wickets in the second innings. The Ranji Trophy will now take a break for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and resume in January.
Keralam BJP team meets President over alleged irregularities in KPSC
The team requests President Murmu to act on recommendation of former Keralam Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar for removal of State Public Service Commission Chairman M.R. Baiju and its members
Days after the grand Diwali party celebration hosted by CJP leader Saurav Das, the Cockroach Janata Party has announced a protest against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Kochi, Keralam on November 7, (Saturday). It must be noted
Keralam exam fraud: PSC chairman, members under Crime Branch scanner
The Crime Branch has filed an FIR over alleged irregularities in exams for Fisheries Extension Officer at Kufos and for the Assistant Motor Vehicle Inspector post.
Kerala BJP Chief Accuses Rahul Gandhi of Creating Anarchy, Asks Him to Go to Bangladesh
Rajeev Chandrasekhar accused Rahul Gandhi of attempting to create anarchy in India, while Congress leaders said the BJP was rattled by his challenge to Narendra Modi.
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Nov 5 (IANS) Kerala Health Minister K. Muraleedharan, who had recently taken a jibe at the previous Left government in the state Assembly over ceiling collapses at the newly opened Surgical Block of Kottayam Medical College, has now sought a Vigilance probe into the construction of the Rs 270 crore building. In a letter to Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala on Thursday, Muraleedharan has called for a comprehensive investigation into alleged construction irregularities, technical defects, lapses in execution and supervision, and possible financial wrongdoing. During the recently concluded Assembly session, the Minister had taken potshots at the opposition CPI-M, joking that the building inaugurated by the previous Left government had started falling apart. His remark came against the backdrop of ceiling collapses within months of the block being opened. The new Surgical Block was inaugurated on February 16, 2026, by the then Left government. But the repeated collapse of ceiling portions has raised serious questions about the quality of construction and the safety of patients, doctors and hospital staff. The Minister has also directed the Health Department's Additional Chief Secretary A.P.M. Mohammed Hanish to appoint a technical committee to inspect the building and assess its structural safety. The committee has been asked to identify construction defects and ensure that they are rectified. Urgent safety measures have also been sought. Apart from the ceiling collapses, defects have reportedly been found in civil, plumbing and electrical works. The investigation will examine whether the construction followed approved technical standards and whether proper quality checks and supervision were carried out. The Minister has also sought scrutiny of financial transactions connected with the project. With a building meant to provide advanced medical care repeatedly raising safety concerns, Muraleedharan wants the technical inspection and Vigilance investigation completed without delay. Incidentally this is not the first probe that Muraleedharan has sought, as among the other probes sought include the purchase of hospital furniture in Ayurveda hospitals, Oushadhi financial irregularities, KMSCL bleaching powder purchase and the Covid-19 purchases.
Ranji Trophy: Nagwaswalla stars as Gujarat hands Kerala innings defeat
The left-arm medium pacer claims four while spinner Siddharth scalps two as the visiting side gets bundled out for 191 on the final day; Sachin and Vishnu offer some resistance
Goa records most marine mammal strandings, CMFRI maps 161 cases
Digital Desk | Kochi, Nov 5 (IANS) Goa has reported the highest number of marine mammal strandings along the Indian coast, with 113 cases during 2024-25. Kerala came next with 13 cases, followed by Maharashtra with 11, according to a study by the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI). The institute has now developed a digital map to track such incidents and help protect marine mammals. The map uses Geographic Information System (GIS) technology and brings together around 1,300 location records covering 32 marine mammal species. The study was led by CMFRI Senior Scientist Ratheesh Kumar Raveendran. It was presented at an international symposium on fisheries and remote sensing being held at the institute. Humpback dolphins topped the list of stranded marine mammals, with 82 cases. Indo-Pacific finless porpoises came next with 44 cases. The data were collected through CMFRI's marine mammal stranding network. The network works through staff at the institute's regional centres along the Indian coast. The records were also supported by verified information from trained volunteers and open-access databases. One such source was the Marine Mammal Research and Conservation Network of India. The new digital platform provides details of where the animals were found, their species, the incidents and possible causes of death. It also allows users to study when and where strandings take place. The map is expected to help identify areas where such incidents are more common. It will also help researchers and government agencies study possible threats to marine mammals and plan better conservation measures. Ratheesh Kumar Raveendran said the information would help researchers, policymakers and conservation agencies identify important areas and improve their response to stranding incidents. He also stressed the need for better coordination and stronger networks to report such cases. The study also pointed out the need for field checks, DNA tests to identify species and mapping of locations to understand why marine mammals get stranded. The three-day international symposium is being jointly organised by the Trevor Platt Science Foundation, the Department of Chemical Oceanography of Cochin University of Science and Technology, CMFRI and the Marine Biological Association of India. Union Earth Sciences Ministry Secretary Srinivasa Kumar Tummala will inaugurate the valedictory session on Friday.
SFI Complains to President Against BJP Tag on Keralam Governors Instagram Account
The SFI, which is the student wing of the CPM, emphasised that the Governor is required to function as the custodian of the Constitution and not as a representative of any political party.
Kerala: Malayalam actress held for luring and assaulting doctor
Digital Desk | Kochi Nov 5 (IANS) In a bizarre case, a young Malayalam actress, Athulya Chandra, on Thursday, was arrested along with two others for allegedly luring a young doctor to an apartment on the pretext of treating a patient and then brutally assaulting him. A total of 12 people have been named as accused in the case, and the police have so far arrested three of them. The incident took place on November 2. According to the complaint, Athulya and the doctor were already friends. She allegedly contacted him, saying that her mother's younger sister was suffering from serious health problems and needed urgent medical attention at her apartment. Trusting his friend's request, the doctor agreed to visit the flat. He reached an apartment near here at around 6.30 p.m. But instead of a patient seeking treatment, he allegedly found a group of people waiting for him. The complaint says 12 persons, including Athulya, were present inside the flat. The doctor was allegedly prevented from leaving and threatened soon after he entered. The first accused, identified as Bibin, allegedly hit him hard on the face. The others then joined in and assaulted him while he was made to sit on a chair. The complaint further alleges that the group took away his mobile phones and other belongings after the assault. The stolen mobile phones were valued at around Rs 3 lakh. After escaping from the apartment, the doctor went to the Kadavanthra police station and lodged a complaint. The police registered a case and launched an investigation. During the initial investigation, three persons, including Athulya, were taken into custody. The police have intensified efforts to trace the remaining nine accused and have reportedly secured leads about their identities. Investigators are also looking into whether a financial dispute or personal enmity led to the attack. The arrested persons are being questioned, and further arrests are expected. The case has drawn attention because the doctor had gone to the apartment responding to a request for medical help from someone he knew.
Invoke Licence Revocation Power for Drunken Driving: Kerala HC to MVD
Justice Kauser Edappagath said that such reluctance on the part of the authorities also diminishes the deterrent effect of the legal provision
Sabarimala Pilgrims To Get Digital Services Via Portal, WhatsApp Chatbot
Kerala government launches Sabari portal to provide real-time updates on darshan, transport, accommodation, healthcare, emergency services and pilgrimage facilities.
Vigilance launches inspection in welfare fund boards functioning under Keralam government
Vigilance director says the inspections were progressing in 78 offices of 16 boards functioning under the State governments Department of Labour
Friend of second accused arrested from Keralams Thiruvananthapuram in Abhiram murder case
Aishwarya, a friend of Umar Muqthar, the second accused, had earlier been taken into police custody for questioning but was let off. However, she was arrested again on the suspicion that she had knowledge of the murder
IMD update: More rain for Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka as easterlies pick up
A remnant circulation from cyclone Murasu may sustain heavy rain over Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam and Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal for six days, and over Kerala from Thursday evening
NDA holds Save Democracy march in Darbhanga; Bhupender Yadav defends electoral roll revision
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 5 (IANS) The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) on Thursday organised a 'Loktantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao' (Save Democracy, End Anarchy) march in Bihar's Darbhanga district, with Union Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Bhupender Yadav defending the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls as essential for strengthening democracy. Addressing a gathering at the Polo Ground protest site in Laheriasarai, Yadav said the electoral roll revision exercise was neither new nor unprecedented in the country. He claimed that such exercises had been conducted eight times since 1950, making the current exercise the ninth. He described the revision as being in the national interest and important for ensuring the credibility of the country's democratic system. Recalling the Emergency, Yadav said NDA leaders had fought to protect democracy during that period and asserted that the alliance remained committed to safeguarding democratic values. He urged people to remain vigilant against any threat to democratic institutions. Highlighting the historical and cultural significance of the Mithila region, he said it was the land of Mother Janaki (Sita) and that Bihar had played a significant role in the development of democracy. He said a strong message in favour of democratic values should emerge from this historic land. Explaining the purpose of the electoral roll revision, Yadav said it was intended to remove the names of deceased persons and those who had shifted from their previous places of residence. It would also help eliminate duplicate entries where the same person's name appeared in electoral rolls at different locations. He alleged that those opposing the revision were indirectly supporting the inclusion of infiltrators in electoral rolls and undermining the interests of genuine Indian voters. The Union Minister maintained that no eligible voter's name could be arbitrarily deleted during the exercise, as political parties had their own Booth Level Agents (BLAs) to monitor the process. He claimed that during the previous election, political parties had deployed around 1.7 lakh BLAs, but only two objections were raised before the Supreme Court. He said the court subsequently examined the matter and upheld the validity of the process. Yadav further claimed that the Congress-led government had provided four documentary options for voter registration, while the present government had expanded the list to 11 documents. He said voters could submit any one of the prescribed documents to establish their eligibility and get their names included in the electoral rolls. Taking a political swipe at the Opposition, he alleged that the SIR exercise was being criticised mainly because of electoral defeats in Bihar and West Bengal. He pointed out that the process was not facing similar opposition in states such as Kerala and Tamil Nadu. The march was attended by several prominent NDA leaders, including JD(U) National Working President Sanjay Kumar Jha, Bihar BJP President Sanjay Saraogi and Darbhanga MP Gopalji Thakur. A large number of workers from various NDA constituencies also participated in the march, raising slogans under the campaign's central message, 'Save Democracy, End Anarchy'.
Kerala: Islamic Preacher Muhammad Niyas Jouhari, Who Policed Nazriya
Kerala-based Islamic preacher Muhammad Niyas Jouhari, also known as Ustad Muhammad Niyas, who recently criticised Malayalam actress Nazriya Nazim over her choice of clothing, has been arrested in a Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) case involving the alleged repeated sexual assault of a 16-year-old girl, as reported in The Free Press Journal. The [] The post Kerala: Islamic Preacher Muhammad Niyas Jouhari, Who Policed Nazriyas Clothes, Arrested Over Alleged Repeated Sexual Assault Of 16-Year-Old appeared first on The Commune .
BJP moves President Murmu for removal of Kerala PSC leadership
Digital Desk | New Delhi/Thiruvananthapuram, Nov 5 (IANS) A BJP delegation led by Kerala party president and MLA Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Thursday approached President Droupadi Murmu seeking the removal of Kerala Public Service Commission (PSC) Chairman M.R. Baiju and its members over alleged recruitment irregularities, corruption and nepotism. The delegation urged her to act on the recommendation reportedly sent by former Kerala Governor Rajendra Arlekar and initiate proceedings under Article 317 of the Constitution. The delegation said the allegations against the Commission were serious and had already come under the scrutiny of a Crime Branch Special Investigation Team (SIT) and the Kerala High Court. It sought a reference to the Supreme Court for an inquiry into the conduct of the chairman and members. The delegation also included Rajya Sabha members C. Sadanandan and P.T. Usha, who pointed out the July 13, 2023 examination for senior posts in the Kerala State Planning Board as a major instance of alleged manipulation. According to the letter, 10 questions carrying 58 marks were left unevaluated in the answer scripts of all 228 candidates, allegedly benefiting the candidate who secured the first rank. They also pointed out that the SIT had received 180 complaints relating to PSC examinations and identified nine examinations for further investigation. The BJP leaders alleged that political patronage, favouritism and backdoor appointments had seriously damaged the credibility of the constitutional body. They pointed out that lakhs of job aspirants were waiting for government appointments while allegations of irregularities continued to surface. It also questioned the substantial salaries and benefits paid to PSC members. Under Article 317, the President can refer allegations against PSC members to the Supreme Court for an inquiry. The President can remove a member if the Court reports that the member ought to be removed. Incidentally, the new Governor Om Prakash Mathur has also followed up on his predecessors letter. The BJP delegation visit comes at a time when the SIT formed to probe the Planning Board appointments has arrested one PSC official and another retired official, besides questioning the chairman, and the questioning of the remaining 15 members is going on.
Aluva Police Bust Rs 7 Crore Tobacco Racket
Police in Aluva, Kochi, seized banned tobacco products worth approximately Rs 7 crore and arrested seven individuals, including six from Rajasthan. The haul, part of 'Operation Toofan', involved over 15 lakh packets stored in a godown, which were being distributed across Kerala after being brought from Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Mangaluru.
Cheranalloor luxury car crash: court upholds teens bail, raps police and prosecution
Judge Kavitha Gangadharan questions the very basis for registration of FIR against the teenager in conflict with law, pointing out that such registration is warranted only in offences carrying a punishment of seven years imprisonment or more
Kerala hit-and-run case: Judge's minor son gets relief as court refuses to cancel bail
Digital Desk | Kochi, Nov 5 (IANS) In another setback to the family of the 55-year-old man killed in a road accident involving a Mercedes-Benz car driven by a judge's minor son, a court in Kerala's Ernakulam on Thursday refused to cancel the anticipatory bail earlier granted to the juvenile. The decision came despite strong objections from the prosecution and pleas by the deceased man's family, who had sought cancellation of the bail. The court made it clear that the law relating to juveniles was unambiguous and that the provisions of the Juvenile Justice Act had to be followed. It also came down heavily on attempts to view the case without taking into account the special legal safeguards governing children in conflict with the law. Before passing its order, the court asked the police to submit a report within an hour on whether similar charges had been invoked in other cases in the district. When the court reassembled an hour later, the police informed it that there were nine such cases. The victim's family had strongly opposed the continuation of accused's bail, hoping that the court would reconsider the relief granted to the juvenile. However, the court declined to interfere with the earlier order. The development came on a day when the father of the juvenile, a judicial officer, also secured anticipatory bail from another court in connection with the same accident case. The 55-year-old roadside eatery owner was ran over by the Mercedes-Benz car in the early hours of the day while returning home after closing his eatery last month. The deceased man's daughter expressed deep disappointment over Thursday's developments in both courts. She said the family was at a loss to understand what was happening and felt that ordinary people were finding it increasingly difficult to get justice. For the victim's family, the two court decisions on the same day have come as a major blow in its continuing fight for justice.
INDIA bloc stages protest in B'luru, demands CEC Gyanesh Kumars resignation
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 5 (IANS) The INDIA bloc on Thursday staged a 'Save the Vote, Save the Nation' protest rally at Freedom Park in Bengaluru against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and demanded the immediate resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The protest was attended by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, ministers, MLAs and MPs, along with leaders of the AITC, RJD, NCP(SP), Shiv Sena(UBT), CPI(M), CPI, SP, JKNC, JKPDP, CPI(ML), JMM, IUML, KC(M), MDMK, VCK, RSP, Kerala Congress (Joseph) and the All India Forward Bloc. Addressing the gathering, former Chief Minister and Congress Working Committee (CWC) member Siddaramaiah demanded CEC Kumar's resignation, alleging that the BJP has no chance of winning the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. Without SIR, the BJP cannot come to power, no matter what it does. The BJP cannot win by any chance in the 2029 elections. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is losing popularity, and his image will not remain the same in the future, Siddaramaiah said. He claimed that the BJP and the RSS would be defeated in 2029 and that the Constitution and democracy would be protected. Siddaramaiah said the agitation was being carried out across the country, focusing on two prominent issues and referred to a massive protest held in Delhi on November 1. He said the INDIA bloc had organised the protest in Karnataka as part of the nationwide campaign. Questioning the process through which Gyanesh Kumar was appointed as the Chief Election Commissioner, Siddaramaiah alleged that changes were made to the selection committee after the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. He claimed that the BJP did not secure a majority on its own in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, despite the NDA winning 240 seats, and alleged that the government subsequently adopted what he termed cunning strategies. Siddaramaiah said the earlier selection committee for the appointment of the Chief Election Commissioner included the Prime Minister, the Chief Justice of India and the Leader of Opposition. He alleged that the government changed the composition of the committee by removing the Chief Justice of India and including a Union Cabinet Minister. He said Congress leader Rahul Gandhi had opposed the move and the appointment of Gyanesh Kumar. Siddaramaiah further alleged that the SIR exercise was subsequently implemented unilaterally. The BJP will make Gyanesh Kumar its puppet. While winning elections, they indulge in communalism and illegalities, he alleged. He further claimed that names could be selectively removed from electoral rolls in areas where the BJP feared electoral setbacks, and also alleged that the party had used different strategies to win the 2014, 2019 and 2024 elections. Siddaramaiah called upon all political parties and citizens to oppose the SIR exercise and reiterated his demand for Gyanesh Kumar's resignation. Karnataka Congress President and MLC B.K. Hariprasad said the leaders and workers had gathered to protect the Constitution and democracy. For nearly one year, all political parties, barring the BJP and its allies, have been united and staging protests. The important issue now is that eligible voters are being removed from the final voters' list. This is a conspiracy, he alleged. According to Hariprasad, the protesters alleged that early 15 crore eligible voters could be excluded from the electoral rolls. The protest adopted resolutions demanding that the SIR exercise be scrapped, alleging that it was against democratic principles. The gathering demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and called for the repeal of the law governing the appointment of the Chief Election Commissioner.
ISI's two-pronged India plan: Kashmir recruitment, Bangladesh propaganda
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) Pakistan has been working on a dual plan to fuel unrest in India, and the Inter-Services Intelligences Kashmir desk has suggested a two-pronged strategy for the purpose. The ISI has been focusing extensively on its operations in Jammu and Kashmir as well as Bangladesh. While in Kashmir, it is reducing the recruitment of local youth and choosing operatives from other parts of the country; in Bangladesh, the propaganda game is set to hit its peak, the Indian intelligence agencies have learnt. An Intelligence Bureau official said that as locals in Jammu and Kashmir come under the scanner very quickly, it has been decided to look for recruits from other parts of the country. The ISI has, in fact, in the past recruited from Kerala for operations in Jammu and Kashmir and is set to repeat the strategy, the official said. Post the abrogation of Article 370, several recruitment strategies by groups such as the Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammed, and Hizbul Mujahideen have failed. First, the locals are no longer interested in violence, and the peaceful conduct of the September 2024 legislative elections is an example of that. The people of Jammu and Kashmir indicated a strong desire for political representation. Further, tourism has boomed post the abrogation of Article 370, and this has led to the locals staying away from violence and terror-related activities, the official said. Another official said that with local recruitments slowing down and existing recruits under heavy scrutiny, the ISI has been scouting for youth outside Jammu and Kashmir. Recruits are being scouted in Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu and Kerala. In these states, there are a considerable number of youths who have been radicalised by Al Qaeda and the Islamic State. Both these groups have heavily used Kashmir-related propaganda to radicalise the youth. Such youth will easily fall into the ISIs trap and become potential recruits for activities in Jammu and Kashmir, the official said. To keep the Indian agencies busy and divert their attention from Jammu and Kashmir, the ISI has directed groups such as the The Resistance Front (TRF), Peoples Anti-Fascist Front (PAFF), Kashmir Tigers (KT), and Allah Tigers (AT) to shift their focus towards Bangladesh. These groups, which are proxies of the Lashkar and the Jaish, were created to spread propaganda and influence the people against the Indian state. Another official said that these proxies are now working closely with groups in Bangladesh. Multiple social media handles impersonating Indian Army personnel and government officials are being created. Further, logos of Indian media channels are being used on videos which carry out a disinformation campaign against India. The shift to Bangladesh is a strategic one and is intended to divert attention away from the Kashmir Valley. Pakistan deliberately played the wait-and-watch game when it came to Bangladesh operations. Islamabad completely focused on consolidating the diplomatic upper hand in Bangladesh before activating its propaganda channels in the country. The proxy terror groups have been told to focus on content that is completely anti-India and fake. Using fake handles of officials and armed personnel, the ISI is set to ramp up its disinformation campaign on a very large scale with the help of Bangladesh-based groups, officials say. While the proxy groups would work on the Bangladesh game plan, the ISI will continue to recruit for Kashmir from other parts of the country. In 2008, the ISI had managed to slip in four operatives from Kerala into Jammu and Kashmir. There was absolutely no information on any of these four operatives until they were gunned down. Muhammed Fayaz and Muhammed Fahiz from Kannur, Abdul Raheem from Mallapuram, and Muhammed Yasin from Ernakulam were gunned down by the security forces in the Lolab forests of Kupwara. A fifth member, Abdul Jabeer, managed to escape and fled back to Kerala before being arrested. Recruiting from various parts of the country for the Kashmir battle suits the ISI. The ISI hopes to build up a strong force in Jammu and Kashmir at a time when infiltrations have stalled, and local recruitments have gone down considerably. Further, it also sends out the message that people from across the country and not just the locals, believe that the Kashmir issue concerns a wider majority. The ISI has instructed the proxy groups to ramp up their disinformation campaign in Bangladesh as it gets set to put in motion its pan-India recruitment strategy for Jammu and Kashmir, an official said.
Kerala-Born Nithya Raman Stuns Karen Bass to Become Mayor of Los Angeles
Kerala woman secretly lifted weights, went on to win international gold
Despite facing familial resistance, Bhumika Senthilkumar kicked off her bodybuilding career with unparalleled determination. While mastering her craft, she balanced her education in fashion design seamlessly. Her hard work culminated in international accolades, including gold and bronze medals that transformed her family's outlook. The encouragement from her coach and supportive community has propelled her forward, solidifying her commitment to the sport and her ongoing journey of achievement.
Video is part of observation of 40th anniversary of UN Declaration on the Right to Development, adopted on December 4, 1986
SFI complains to President over BJP tag on Keralam Guv
Thiruvananthapuram: The SFI has complained to President Droupadi Murmu against Keralam Governor Om Prakash Mathur for allegedly including the BJPs name in his official Instagram handle, alleging that it violates the political neutrality expected of a constitutional office-holder. The Students Federation of India (SFI) is the students outfit of the opposition CPI (M). In an Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Luxury Car Accident: Kerala HC Grants Anticipatory Bail To Judge
The Kerala High Court granted anticipatory bail to an Additional District and Sessions Judge in connection with a fatal car accident involving his 17-year-old son.
'A Stab In My Chest': Kerala Mercedes Crash Victim's Daughter On Bail To Accused's Judge Father
The court cautioned the investigating officer that he would have to explain if no comparable cases could be identified and Section 105 had been invoked only in the present case.
Kerala Woman Fakes Kidnapping To Steal Smuggled Gold, Arrested After 12-Km Dramatic Chase
What initially appeared to be a kidnapping turned out to be an elaborate conspiracy allegedly masterminded by the supposed victim herself.
Their hopes of getting relief from the Supreme Court on their plea challenging the Kerala High Court Division Bench order barring them from writing the semester examinations suffered a setback on the day, with the apex court declining to interfere with the directive
KTET Hall Ticket 2026 Released for November 14 and 15 Exams; Download Admit Card
The Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan has released the KTET Hall Ticket 2026 for the September examination cycle. Candidates who have successfully registered for the Kerala Teacher Eligibility Test (KTET) can now download their admit cards through the official website, ktet.kerala.gov.in.
The move comes after Kochi MLA Mohammed Shiyas met Minister for Local Self-Government K.M. Shaji along with P&T Apartment Protest Committee president Abhilash P. Parameswaran in Thiruvananthapuram on Wednesday
Keralam Higher Education dept seeks explanation from Calicut University over pro-V-Cs appointment
Department has sought to know how P. Rasheed Ahammed, the PVC, was relieved of duties from his parent institution and permitted to assume charge on deputation without obtaining prior sanction from government
A Liver Doctor Called Deepinder Goyal
A 17-slide thread by Kerala hepatologist Dr Cyriac Abby Philips is doing the rounds on X. Its target is Temple, the brain-monitoring wearable from Zomato founder Deepinder Goyal. Philips, who posts as The Liver Doc, calls the Rs 85,000 device Desi
Maniyoor Residents Celebrate Arrest In POCSO Case
An expatriate businessman, Abdul Rafeeq, has been arrested in a controversial POCSO case in Kerala after the High Court upheld the cancellation of his bail. His arrest led to jubilant celebrations and demands for justice from local residents in Maniyoor, who had previously protested alleged police inaction and Rafeeq's initial bail.
Probe intensifies against Kerala PSC chairman; BJP to meet Prez Murmu seeking board's dismissal
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Nov 5 (IANS) The heat is mounting on Kerala PSC Chairman M.R. Baiju as the Special Investigation Team (SIT) steps up its probe into the examination scam, and the BJP moves to seek the dismissal of the entire commission board. The SIT wants to question Baiju again, this time alongside the arrested Additional Secretary R. Hari, to confront the two over the alleged manipulation of the State Planning Board examination. However, the Chairman has been giving reasons to avoid the questioning, according to sources. The Crime Branch suspects that Baiju's unilateral decisions paved the way for the irregularities. Hari, who was taken into custody for questioning, has denied any role in skipping the evaluation of 10 questions. He told investigators that the responsibility rested with the now-retired Deputy Secretary Satheesh (already arrested) and that he was unaware that the questions had been left unchecked. The SIT has not accepted his explanation. The examination was held for the post of Chief in the State Planning Board. A total of 228 candidates appeared for the first paper. However, questions numbered 10 to 18, carrying 58 marks, were not evaluated for any candidate. In the case of 51 candidates, only questions 1 to 9 and 18 to 28 were checked. For the remaining 177 candidates, only questions 1 to 8 and 18 to 28 were evaluated. The investigation has found that the evaluation was allegedly terminated midway through a fake software login. PSC members have told investigators that Baiju alone decided the panel that prepared the questions and the officials who evaluated the answer scripts. The PSC Secretary, Saju George, has also reportedly told the Crime Branch that Baiju made decisions without consulting others and blamed officials whenever controversies arose. He said Baiju and Hari jointly took decisions, but the Chairman often acted unilaterally. Meanwhile, a three-member BJP delegation is scheduled to meet President Droupadi Murmu to seek action against the PSC board. The delegation comprises the BJP state president and MLA, Rajeev Chandrasekhar and nominated Rajya Sabha members C. Sadanandan and P.T. Usha. The move follows a letter written by outgoing Governor Rajendra Arlekar to the President, seeking steps to dismiss the present PSC board over the serious allegations surrounding the commission. The latest developments have put the spotlight on the future of the commission, whose credibility has been severely dented by the examination scandal. And on the flip side, the pro-CPI(M) PSC Employees Union is staging a protest demanding that the PSC be left alone and its credibility not be affected through any vindictive action.
Who Is Nithya Raman? Kerala-Born Politician Set To Become LA's First Asian American Mayor
Indian-origin politician Nithya Raman is set to become the next mayor of Los Angeles after overtaking incumbent Karen Bass in the closely contested mayoral race, according to election projections by Decision Desk HQ. Raman, a Democratic city council member, secured 51.1%
Bengaluru man catches employee at home with daughter, beats him to death
In a tragic incident in Bengaluru, a 22-year-old man named Kiran was violently killed after being discovered by his girlfriend's father, Anand, while together at his residence. Overcome with rage, Anand attacked Kiran, inflicting critical injuries that led to his demise. The police have arrested Anand and are conducting further investigations. Kiran hailed from Thiruvegappura, Kerala, and was an employee of Anand.
From sea to market: How mussels sustain livelihoods along Thiruvananthapurams shore
In Thiruvananthapurams rocky coastal belt, mussel harvesting peaks between September and February, pushing the shellfish from rocky shores into bustling city markets and restaurants. The mussels, harvested from Vizhinjam, Kovalam, Azhimala, Poonthura and Muthalappozhi, among other nearshore hamlets in the Keralam capital, fetch up to 15,000 in auctions, sustaining a community of divers whose livelihood depend on the sea and its seasonal bounty.
Delhi Police extradite rape accused from UAE
Delhi Police's Central District Unit has successfully brought back a rape accused from Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE) following his extradition through international cooperation with the International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL), the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), officials said. The accused, identified as Sajeer Palli Mooppan alias Sajeer PM (38), a native of Kannur in Keralam and a senior manager at Joyalukkas, was extradited from Abu Dhabi and brought back to India on November 4, 2026, to face trial in a sexual assault case involving a 20-year-old woman. According to Delhi Police, the accused allegedly sexually assaulted the woman after making her consume alcohol and intoxicating substances during a birthday gathering of company employees organised on the night of October 1, 2025, at a lounge in Punjabi Bagh, Delhi. As per the complaint, the accused, who was working as a manager...
Western disturbance may change weather across India; pollution remains severe
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) Weather conditions in Delhi-NCR could witness another change next week as a fresh western disturbance has become active over northern India, including Delhi, Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The weather system is expected to influence conditions across several northern states, although its impact on the plains is likely to remain limited. The western disturbance may bring scattered light rainfall and snowfall to the hilly regions of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. However, the plains are unlikely to receive any rainfall until November 8, with predominantly dry weather conditions expected to prevail across the region. Meanwhile, air pollution continues to remain a major concern across Delhi-NCR, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching alarming levels in several cities. Delhi recorded an AQI of 463, while Noida registered 456 and Greater Noida reported 426. The pollution situation in Gurugram and other major cities across the National Capital Region has also remained severe, with AQI levels crossing the 400 mark. In another weather development, Cyclone Murasu, which originated over the Bay of Bengal, has weakened after crossing the Andhra Pradesh coast. Despite the weakening of the system, rainfall activity is expected to continue in parts of southern India, particularly Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala, until November 8. The IMD has indicated that the weather over Delhi-NCR will remain largely clear over the coming days, accompanied by windy conditions. Temperatures are expected to remain relatively moderate, with the maximum temperature in Delhi likely to range between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature may settle between 14 and 18 degrees Celsius. As temperatures begin to decline further next week, cold conditions are expected to intensify, accompanied by a possible increase in fog during the morning hours. Meanwhile, rainfall activity is likely to continue over parts of southern India due to the cyclonic system over Lakshadweep, coastal Karnataka and southern Tamil Nadu. Light to moderate rainfall is expected across Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala, Mahe and Karaikal until November 8. While southern states are likely to witness continued wet weather, northern plains, including Delhi-NCR, are expected to remain largely dry until November 8.
The AERB chairpersons remarks gain significance in the context of SHANTI Act and the Union governments policy decision to welcome private players
After New York, Will Los Angeles Get Indian-Origin Mayor? Kerala-Born Leads The Race
As the numbers stand right now, Raman, 45, has taken a narrow lead. With over four lakh votes in her favour, Raman is leading with 51.67 per cent votes.
Bengaluru man beats employee to death after finding him with his daughter; arrested
A 22-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death by his employer after being found with the employer's daughter in Karnataka's Bengaluru, police said on Wednesday. The police have arrested the accused and registered the case. The deceased has been identified as Kiran, a native of Thiruvegapura in the Palakkad district of Kerala.
KTET September 2026 Admit Card Released: Download Hall Ticket and Check Exam Schedule Now
Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan has released the KTET September 2026 admit card. Download your hall ticket now, verify your details, and check the category-wise exam schedule for November 14 and 15 to ensure a smooth test day experience.
All revenue courts in J&K now computerised
Srinagar, Nov 04: Making a significant stride under the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP), Jammu and Kashmir has achieved 100 per cent completion with 882 Computerised/Online Revenue Courts, while the computerisation of Records of Rights (RoR) has reached 99.93 per cent. According to the DILRMP MIS 4.0 dashboard, the Physical Components Progress Report for Jammu and Kashmir revealed that digitisation of Mapsheets/FMBs/Tippans has reached 94.74 per cent, indicating substantial progress in the modernisation and digitisation of land records across the Union Territory. However, the report reveals that three important components MRR Completed (Out of Sanctioned), Survey/Resurvey Completed and Aadhaar Linked With RoR have recorded zero progress. The national comparison chart on Computerisation of Land Records (CLR) shows that several states and Union Territories have achieved 100 per cent completion of villages, while Jammu and Kashmir is placed at 70.54 per cent. The chart also shows Mizoram at 71.27 per cent, Nagaland at 62.54 per cent, Ladakh at 52.21 per cent and Delhi at 27.31 per cent. Arunachal Pradesh and Meghalaya have recorded zero percent completion. Among the states and Union Territories, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Bihar, Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Kerala, Lakshadweep, Maharashtra, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal have achieved 100 per cent completion. Odisha has recorded 99.91 per cent, Karnataka 99.74 per cent, Chhattisgarh 99.36 per cent, Punjab 99.36 per cent, Jharkhand 96.36 per cent, Rajasthan 92.40 per cent, Telangana 83.25 per cent and Uttarakhand 71.27 per cent. The component-wise figures for Jammu and Kashmir indicate that while computerisation of revenue courts and digitisation of existing land records have reached advanced stages, survey and resurvey, completion of MRR and Aadhaar linking with Records of Rights remain pending. The Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP), a Central Sector Scheme funded 100 per cent by the central government, aims to modernise the country's land records system through computerisation of land records, digitisation of maps, survey and resurvey activities and integration of land-related information.
Kerala grandmother, 85, teaches children with sand and stick for a decade
Meet Indira Amma, a remarkable 85-year-old teacher hailing from Kerala, who creatively employs sand and a stick to engage her young students. She introduces them to the fundamentals of Malayalam, Hindi, English, and mathematics using this unique approach. Children delight in tracing letters in the sand after watching her demonstrations, promoting a fun and waste-free learning environment.
Andhra, Kerala top ease of vehicle ownership index; UP, Bihar at bottom: Report
Resume DPR preparation for elevated highway on EdappallyAroor NH bypass: Hibi Eden tells NHAI
Case registered over bomb hoax at Kochi airport
Woman pedestrian killed after being hit by bus in Kochi
CPI(M) and Congress skirmish over 'hasty issuance' of liquor licencesin Keralam
Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan and Excise Minister M. Liju blame the LDF government for the 'liberal granting' of bar licences by ceding the authority to lower-level excise officials, possibly to evade political responsibility;CPI(M) State Secretariat member and former Excise Minister M.B. Rajesh accuses Satheesan and Liju of 'lying' to save face, and the LDF had granted liquor licences only with the Ministers sanction
Arabi-Malayalam: Preserving the Prophet
How Keralas Mappila Muslims preserved Islamic traditions through manuscripts, poetry, recitation and communal remembrance. The rich Islamic literary heritage of Keralas Malabar Coast reveals how the memory and teachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) have been preserved across generations through language, manuscripts, devotional poetry and oral traditions. In a research paper titled The Prophet in the [] The post Arabi-Malayalam: Preserving the Prophets Legacy Through Language, Literature and Memory first appeared on .
Political activities have no place in educational institutions: Keralam HC
A Division Bench quashed a Single Bench order that had allowed 16 SFI activists to appear for semester examinations at Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady
PAC pulls up NHAI over slow pace of NH works in Keralam
LDF alleges leakage of personal information of applicants at Thiruvananthapuram Corporation
LDF leader says personal details such as the addresses of individuals who submit applications to the Corporation for various purposes are being misappropriated to file fraudulent complaints or for other unauthorised uses
Mammootty, Kunchacko, Prithviraj become Kerala's public campaign faces
Digital Desk | Thiruvananthapuram, Nov 4 (IANS) Kerala seems to have found a new way to get its message across. When it comes to public awareness, the state is increasingly turning to its film stars. The latest additions to this growing star cast are actors Kunchacko Boban and Prithviraj, who have been named brand ambassadors of the Forest Department. Forest Minister Shibu Baby John announced their selection. They join an impressive list that includes superstar Mammootty, who is being roped in as the brand ambassador of the Kerala Road Safety Authority. Mammootty has already taken on another public role. Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala recently named him Kerala Police's Cyber Security Captain under the CLICK initiative. So, while Mammootty is expected to spread the message of road safety and cyber awareness, Kunchacko Boban and Prithviraj will carry the message of forest and wildlife protection. It is an interesting mix of cinema and public service, with the state government banking on the popularity of film stars to reach people beyond the usual government advertisements and awareness programmes. The choice is not difficult to understand. Film stars enjoy a reach that government campaigns often struggle to achieve. Their messages can travel quickly through television, social media and fan networks. A familiar face asking people to wear helmets, drive safely, stay alert online or protect forests could have a better chance of catching public attention. The latest appointments also give Kerala an unusual combination of star power across different departments. One actor is being associated with road safety and cyber security, while two others are being roped in to promote conservation. Whether the star appeal will translate into safer roads, more responsible internet use and greater concern for forests remains to be seen. For now, Kerala's government departments appear to have discovered that when public messages need to reach the masses, a little stardom may help.
Train fatally knocks down tiger on Kollam-Senkottai route
Pangappara Abhiram murder case: police suspect double murder plot
The disappearance of several Instagram chats belonging to the victim has added another layer of mystery to the investigation
Operation Toofan: 15,515 arrested, 14,369 cases registered in 5 months
Kunchacko Boban, Prithviraj named Keralam Forest dept.brand ambassadors
As brand ambassadors, the actors will promote awareness of forests, wildlife, biodiversity, habitat protection and ecological balance
Susan Uthup takes charge as Superintendent of SAT Hospital
Pinarayi says robust initiatives were implemented to curb road accidents and instil systematic traffic discipline during the tenure of the previous LDF govt., which the UDF had then mocked and opposed
They ask Satheesan to public the files related to the power purchase deal with GNA Energy OTC. The CM had earlier said that the government had opted for the procurement to avert an additional financial liability of 2,200 crore
Mannarkkad maintains commanding lead in Palakkad district science fair
Devaswoms must embrace change to ensure safe fireworks displays: former PESO expert
Dr. R. Venugopal calls for technology-driven displays and scientific fireworks manufacturing hubs to prevent accidents
Kovalam spa sexual assault: Police take accused for evidence collection
Kerala HC directs TDB to address deficiencies in fire safety systems at Sabarimala
It directed the authorities concerned to install safety systems compliant with the National Building Code at the Sannidhanam, including a fully functional hydrant network with adequate water pressure, automatic sprinkler systems, fire detection and alarm systems, in all critical buildings and locations.
ED raids Ragam Theatre in Thrissur in connection with BLM financial fraud case
Ranji Trophy: Speedsters Nagwaswalla, Gaja put Gujarat firmly in command against Kerala
Their lethal spell triggers a lower order batting collapse forcing Kerala to follow-on; after losing Kunnummal cheaply in the visitors second essay Abhishek and Baby steady the ship with smart batting
Keralam forms road safety mission to check road fatalities; Mammootty to be brand ambassador
Vehicle seized for dumping septic waste in Kollam
Arsenal are favourites, but I am backing Manchester City to win Premier League title: David James
Former Premier League and Kerala Blasters goalkeeper David James expects Manchester City to go on and lift the title again. He highlighted that defending champions Arsenal are the favourites to do it again, but City under new manager Enzo Maresca has impressed him heavily. The club is currently second on the top of the points table , having amassed 21 points in nine games, while Arsenal are top with 24 points in same number of matches.
Old Marthanda Varma Bridge at Aluva to reopen on Thursday, two days ahead of schedule
'Operation Toofan': Kerala's Big Win Against Drugs
Kerala's 'Operation Toofan' anti-narcotics drive has led to the arrest of over 15,000 people in more than 14,000 drug-related cases since its launch on June 2. Authorities have seized over 2,000 kg of narcotics, frozen bank accounts, and issued international notices for absconders, while also focusing on prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation.
Climate risks pose mounting threats to marine ecosystems, say experts
Warming seas, marine heatwaves and coral bleaching pose mounting challenges to fisheries and coastal livelihoods; around 300 participants from 30 countries attend the CMFRI-hosted symposium; experts call for integrating satellite data, climate models and AI to improve ocean monitoring and early warnings
Alleged attack on lifeguards at Kozhikode beach: Two from Karnataka arrested
The incident took place at Kozhikode beach on June 3, when a group of visitors allegedly assaulted lifeguards who had warned them against entering the sea beyond the designated safety limits
No end in sight to plight of thalassemia patients in Kozhikode
Patients are forced to buy leukocyte filter sets paying around 1,200 per piece from a private company in Ernakulam, say public health activists
Meghalaya PAC joins national meet on audit accountability
Shillong, Nov 4: The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly participated in the two-day national conference of chairpersons of PAcs held on November 3 and 4 at the Kerala Legislative Assembly in Thiruvananthapuram. The Meghalaya PAC was represented by Chairperson Miani D. Shira and members Dr Celestine Lyngdoh and Rupa M. Marak. [] The post Meghalaya PAC joins national meet on audit accountability first appeared on Highland Post .
