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Latest updates and top stories from the Kerala category
Indian Union Muslim League’s makeover from an ally to an electoral powerhouse in Kerala
The Indian Union Muslim League, the second-largest constituent in the Congress-led United Democratic Front in Kerala, has socially and politically refashioned itself to emerge as a significant player in the State while scripting its political success. Ultimately, the party has found its role extended far beyond the 22 seats, its best electoral performance in the Kerala State Assembly elections . Abdul Latheef Naha tracks the transformation of the party, which has a decisive presence in the Malab...
Summer showers, strong winds damage over 200 houses in Ernakulam
Heavy rain and gusty winds battered eastern regions, including Aluva and Kothamangalam, during the third week of April. In Ernakulam district, crops on 2,306.62 hectares were damaged between March 1 and May 18 this year
Warning against possible rise in diseases during monsoon in Palakkad
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KMRL offers to ease traffic congestion during monsoon
More traffic wardens will be deputed at key locations to regulate traffic flow and assist pedestrians. An internal committee has been constituted to continuously monitor traffic safety and coordinate necessary interventions during the monsoon period
Kerala motorists flock to Mahe for cheaper fuel, raising revenue concerns
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Satheesan to open State-level Pravesanotsavam on June 1
Government Model Girls Higher Secondary School, Pattom, to host the celebration; Minister for General Education N. Samsudheen will preside
Cashew scam: HC permits Industries Secretary to file plea to dispense with his personal appearance
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Swearing-in ceremony in Kerala Assembly presents interesting moments as T.K. Govindan and V. Kunhikrishnan take oath
T.K. Govindan, who had left the CPI(M) owing to internal disagreements, surprised everyone when he strode up to Pinarayi Vijayan first before taking the oath. Pinarayi half-rose to shake Govindan’s hand
Northern Kerala districts grappling with shortage of Plus One seats again
According to the data compiled by Kozhikode-based NGO Malabar Education Movement, the shortfall of seats is over 26,000 in Malappuram district
Cross-voting allegations trigger blame game within LDF in Kottayam
Issue pertains to a post-election steering committee meeting of the Kerala Congress (M), where the leadership alleged that cross-voting by CPI(M) cadres contributed to defeat of its candidates. However, both CPI(M) and CPI have moved to counter the charge in their respective post-poll review meetings, arguing instead that their own candidates did not receive the expected support from KC(M) voters
SMC guidelines not applicable to unaided schools, says National Council of CBSE Schools
National Council of CBSE Schools says Union Ministry clarified that guidelines are not applicable to unaided schools that do not get government grants. However, schools have been urged to form SMCs to promote transparency and accountability