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Youth Congress protest turns violent at Vandiperiyar

A march staged by Youth Congress activists to the Vandiperiyar police station in Idukki on Thursday, in protest against the recent acquittal of Arjun, a POCSO case accused, turned violent.

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Elderly couple hacked to death near Moolamattom, son absconding

Elderly couple hacked to death in Idukki; son suspected of murder; police suspect family dispute.

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Idukki and Cheruthoni dams open to visitors till December 31

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Mahila Morcha activists barge into SPC’s official residence, arrested

BJP Mahila Morcha activists arrested for protesting police corruption in rape & murder of 6-year-old in Idukki.

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Vandiperiyar case: girl’s family stages protest

The family of the six-year-old girl who was raped and murdered at Vandiperiyar in Idukki staged a protest in front of the Vandiperiyar police station on Saturday alleging lapses in investigation that led to the acquittal of the accused.

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Collapse of Vandiperiyar minor rape-murder case triggers intense criticism against police and government

Collapsed rape-murder trial in Idukki exposes police to public criticism, triggering public indignation and political debate.

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Munnar Hill Authority will ensure ecological balance and tourism development: Pinarayi

The State government was committed to finding a permanent solution to the conflict between development and the environment in the ecologically fragile regions in Idukki, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has said.

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Ivory tusks seized in Idukki, one arrested

The arrested was Purushothaman of Kurathikudy tribal settlement at Adimaly. According to Forest department officials, a pair of ivory tusks weighing 9 kg was seized from the possession of the accused.

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Roshy Augustine reviews arrangements for Navakerala Sadas in Idukki

Minister reviews prep for Navakerala Sadas in Idukki. Elaborate arrangements made in 5 constituencies. 20 counters each to collect complaints. Sadas to be held in Thodupuzha, Devikulam, Idukki, Peerumade and Udumbanchola. Cabinet meeting in Thekkady on Dec 12.

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Idukki diocese raises concerns ahead of Navakerala Sadas

Idukki diocese urges govt. to resolve land-related issues, control over-activism of Forest dept., take steps to prevent wild animal attacks, distribute timely payments to cardamom farmers, develop tourism, find solution to Mullaperiyar dam, construct four-lane roads & ensure proper treatment facilities.

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Sub-Inspector suspended in Idukki on charge of taking bribe

K.A. Naseer, a Sub-Inspector attached to the Upputhara police station in Idukki, was suspended from service for allegedly accepting bribe from the relatives of an accused in an attempt-to-murder case.

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State govt. cannot withdraw reserve notification, say forest officials

Govt suspends reserve forest notification in Idukki; Centre, SC approval needed to withdraw. Govt suspended proceedings of reserve declaration in Chinnakkanal near Munnar due to public protests. Denotification of forest land requires approval from Centre & SC. All India Kisan Sabha demanded action against forest officials. Environmentalist said govt trying…

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Kerala govt. puts steps to notify Chinnakkanal as forest reserve on the back burner

Govt suspends notification to declare Chinnakkanal in Idukki a reserve forest due to opposition from farmers & local community. High-level meeting chaired by Chief Sec. resolved to suspend proceedings until Centre frames guidelines. Move to protect biodiversity & natural wealth. Protests due to misinterpretation of notification. Populated areas excluded.

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CPI(M) marches to forest office against bid to declare revenue land in Chinnakkanal as reserve forest

CPI(M) march in Idukki against State govt's decision to declare 364.39 hectares of revenue land as reserve forest. Udumbanchola MLA M.M. Mani inaugurated march, joined by Devikulam MLA A. Raja, KPCC member A.K. Mani, and others. ILFM general convener Rasak Chooravelil said govt's decision detrimental to farmers.

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Arrangements in place for Navakerala Sadas in Idukki

Elaborate arrangements have been made in Thodupuzha, Devikulam, Idukki, Peermade, and Udumbanchola, where the programme will be held.

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Row over reserve forest declaration in Chinnakkanal

A row is brewing over the government’s decision to declare a large area of revenue land as a reserve forest at Chinnakkanal near Munnar in Idukki.

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Singukandam bears a Sikh convert’s legacy

IDUKKISingukandam: 250 families struggle for title deeds. Teja Singh, a lower-caste man, embraced Sikhism & moved to village in 1940s. Revenue officials deny settlements before 1977. 440 families, 982 voters. Land recorded as michabhoomi. Farmers on hunger strike demanding title deeds & capture of tusker Arikompan.

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Criticism against Kerala Police unfair, unwarranted, says Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan

kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan defends Kerala Police in Kollam kidnapping case, cites several cases as examples of excellence. Warns unwarranted criticism would demoralise force. Handed driver's licence to armless woman Jilumol from Idukki. CM blames Governor for Kannur University VC setback, says Gov must work in tandem with govt…

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Woman’s charred body found in swimming pool

50-yr-old woman's body found in Idukki swimming pool. Visitors alerted police who retrieved body & shifted it to hospital for post-mortem. Police team led by Kattappana Deputy Superintendent of Police V.A. Nishadmon inspected spot & collected evidence. Victim was Morpalayil Joyce Abraham, wife of J. Abraham, from Vazhavara, visiting from…

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Govt. declares 364.39 ha in Chinnakkanal forest reserve

Govt declares 364.39 hectares in Idukki's Chinnakkanal village a forest reserve; locals unhappy. RDO appointed settlement officer to verify claims; eco-restoration project to ensure food availability for wild animals.

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Hotel and resort owners seek resumption of tourist entry to Idukki dam

Hotel and resort owners demands to resume tourist entry to Idukki dam

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Sabarimala pilgrim killed after car rams a van in Idukki

68-yr-old Sabarimala pilgrim killed, 3 injured in Idukki car-van collision. Venkatesh, from West Tambaram, Chennai, was returning from pilgrimage when car rammed van near IHRD College in Kuttikkanam. Driver suspected to have dozed off. 8-yr-old boy in car escaped without injuries. Injured shifted to Kottayam Medical College; body handed over…

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Kerala in for more rain from Thursday as cyclonic storm brews over Bay of Bengal

Kerala to receive widespread rainfall from Thurs. due to cyclonic storm in Bay of Bengal. Low pressure area in South Andaman Sea to intensify into depression & cyclonic storm in 48 hrs. Global models suggest landfall in Andhra Pradesh/Odisha. Yellow alert issued for Idukki, Kozhikode & Wayanad on Thurs. Fishermen…

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Edamalakkudy will get proper road connectivity soon

Road construction works are in progress, connecting the first tribal panchayat in the State at Edamalakkudy under the Munnar Wildlife Division in Idukki.

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First toll booth in Idukki to be opened at Devikulam today

Local CPI unit protests against the venture; says toll booth plan is to favour corporates

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