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In Independence Day speech, Kerala CM warns against communalism, calls for open-minded democracy
Notably, Vande Mataram song was not played at the function in accordance with direction of Union government
Kerala govt announces bonus, festival allowance ahead of Onam
Government has announced a bonus of ₹4,500 to government employees and teachers. Employees not entitled to the bonus will be eligible for ₹3,000 as special festival allowance
When a Kerala Facebook collective brought Rajinikanth’s iconic Baashha roaring back in a throwback to analogue cinema
The screening was about more than the superstar or the film. It was an attempt to recreate the movie-going experience of pre-digital era and draw attention to a fast disappearing world of film reels, projectors and theatre jobs
Women unite in Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram for ‘Resurge’ celebrating safety and empowerment in public spaces
Students, hostellers, working women, activists all took part in ‘Resurge – Safe Women, Safe Kerala’ that was organised by the Women and Child Development department
Kerala Vigilance arrests Assistant Labour Officer in Kottayam for accepting bribe
The arrest is part of Project Zero, a Statewide initiative launched by Vigilance department to curb corruption in government offices
MSC Elsa 3 shipwreck: No significant environmental impact on Lakshadweep islands and coastal areas, says NCSCM research
However, the incident has underscored the inherent vulnerability of remote island ecosystems to maritime accidents, according to the report
How ‘Raveli pattu’, Kerala’s ancient story telling tradition, is struggling to survive
PK Narayanan, one of the few remaining performers of the Raveli pattu, is striving to keep the oral tradition alive
Tourism pressure threatens Kerala’s fragile Madayipara
Influx of visitors to an amusement-cum-eco park in the vicinity is posing harm to the rare flora, birds and other wildlife in the region, according to environmentalists, who reiterate that the park is functioning without mandatory permissions. Madayi panchayat authorities too say that licence has not been issued to the park
Demand rife for extension of Water Metro ferries to Infopark Phase-2, Smart City
Call to raise height of Brahmapuram bridge and to dismantle the temporary bund en route, so that Water Metro ferries can extend services all the way up to the IT hub
ESIC patients left stranded as empanelled speciality care network shrinks in Thrissur
1.7 lakh workers in the district face gaps in assured treatment; cancer patients among the worst-affected
114 years and counting, this British-era post office in Kerala’s Munnar still delivers
Established in 1912 in the plantation hamlet of Surianelle, the post office was an integral part of the early communication network built by British planters in the high ranges of Idukki
Freedom, identity and choice: What Independence Day means to Kerala’s Gen Z
Kerala’s Gen Z argue that true independence relies on protecting individual rights and making autonomous choices, highlighting a shift toward a broader understanding of freedom that includes gender equality and mental well-being
Clear encroachments from Pipeline Road in Kochi, says KWA
The drive against encroachers is being taken up ahead of laying pipelines to the city from a 190-mld water treatment plant that has been planned
Death of wild boars raises concerns in Kerala’s Kasaragod
Carcasses of 10 animals found in Vorkady panchayat over the past two weeks; residents urge authorities to ensure that the carcasses are safely disposed of to prevent any possible health risk
Three police officers suspended for allegedly taking money from scrap dealer in Kochi
Action was taken against the officers following allegations of misconduct during the investigation into a theft case
Kochi Corporation Council approves proposal for new plant at Brahmapuram
Proposal was passed through voting amid stiff opposition from LDF councillors at the Corpn. council meeting. The plant will have capacity to treat 150 tonnes of biodegradable waste
K.C. Venugopal seeks more Onam special trains to Kerala
Venugopal, held discussions with Mr. Vaishnaw on Friday during which he pointed out that the services sanctioned so far were inadequate
Pay salary to DIET staff without delay: KSTA
Their salary had been pending for months, says the school teachers’ body
No direction to sing Vande Mataram in Kerala schools on Independence Day
Director of General Education’s circular to school head teachers mentions only national anthem.