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State of India’s Birds report lists 20 species of highest conservation priority for Kerala

Kerala's bird species face high risk of survival, with 20 species listed as of highest conservation priority. Nilgiri Flycatcher, Northern pintail, Nilgiri wood pigeon, Eurasian oystercatcher, Great knot, Malabar grey hornbill, and Black-capped kingfisher are among the species facing the most threat. Red-headed vulture, White-rumped vulture, Kashmir flycatcher and Nilgiri…

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Artistes breathe a new life into Seethakali folk art

Perinad Seethakali Sangham revives traditional folk art form Seethakali, performed by dalit artists from Veda & Pulaya communities. Group of folk art aficionados, cutting across caste & communal barriers, successfully salvaged it in 2017. Senior artist Babu, 64, & Roshni, MGNREGS worker, are part of the 20-member group, set to…

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Kollam Collector’s Onam dance goes viral

The bureaucrat in traditional Kerala attire grooving to the tune of Onapattin thalam thullum went viral over social networking sites accumulating a multitude of views and shares in no time.

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Here are the top developments from Kerala to watch out on August 27, 2023

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In Frames | Heralding Onam

The traditional Atham procession held in Tripunithura, near Kochi, was a riot of colours, giving a foretaste of Kerala’s most important festival

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Advocates should keep abreast of modern technology: former CJI

Members of the legal fraternity should remember that apart from the duty towards their clients, they performed a public duty as officers of the court in furtherance of the cause of justice, said former Chief Justice of India and former Governor of Kerala P. Sathasivam. Madurai

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Floriculture turns a profitable venture in Wayanad

This Onam, Wayanad district in Kerala is tapping its tourism potential with innovative floriculture projects set up by civic bodies, farmers groups, and other organisations. The Sulthan Bathery Municipality has launched a project to attract tourists to the town, while a tribal group in Noolpuzha has set up a garden…

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Fitch revises outlook on Kerala to ‘stable’

Fitch Ratings has revised the outlook on Kerala to ‘stable’ from ‘negative’ while retaining a ‘BB’ rating for the State’s long-term foreign and local currency issuer default ratings (IDR).

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Over 500 Indians languish in Qatari jails for financial crimes

Approximately 500 Indian expatriates, mostly from Kerala and other South Indian States, languish in Qatari prisons for financial crimes.

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Vikram Sarabhai Space Center exam cheating case: Police arrest three more from Haryana's Jind

JIND: In a joint operation, Haryana and Kerala police arrested three more persons from Jind district in connection with Vikram Sarabhai Space Center (VSSC) exam cheating case.

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Farmers decry delay in registration for weather-based crop insurance scheme

National Farmers Protection Committee seeks Prime Minister’s intervention

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Onam 2023: Interesting story, history, and significance of the festival

Onam is an annual harvest festival in India that is mostly observed by the Hindus in Kerala. Onam honours Vamana and King Mahabali. According to Hindu mythology, Onam is observed in Kerala in honour of the wise leadership displayed by the mythical demon king Mahabali.

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Milma to procure additional 1 crore litres of milk for Onam

Milma to procure 1cr litres of milk to meet extra demand during Onam. Expecting 12% rise in milk & 16% in curd sales. Sourcing milk from neighbouring States at higher price to ensure abundant supply. 6.5 lakh units of ghee & payasam mix supplied for free Onam kit. Milma ensuring…

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Chandrayaan-3 heroes’ alma maters in Kerala, unsung till now, finally bask in the limelight

Chandrayaan-3 heroes’ alma maters, unsung till now, finally bask in the limelight

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Senior citizens of ST community to get ₹1,000 as Onam gift

Kerala govt. to give ₹1,000 Onam gift to 55,781 ST seniors. CM Pinarayi Vijayan launched the distribution by handing over the amount to three tribal people. Officials also took part in the programme.

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Digital University Kerala wins national award for developing Lucky Bill app

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AI cameras helped bring down road accident deaths, rule violations: Antony Raju

AI-powered cameras reduce road accidents & traffic rule violations in Kerala: avg. 4.5 lakh violations/day to 70,000; deaths from 12/day to 4-5/day. Officials from TN, Karnataka & Maharashtra visit to study system. Amendments to Kerala Road Safety Authority Rules soon. Need common speed limit for roads. Strict action against utilities…

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Substance abuse high among goods carriage drivers in Kerala, says study

Kerala goods carriage drivers found to have high substance abuse in 2021 study. 53/249 samples tested positive for one or more drugs, incl. THC (10.04%) & synthetic cannabinoids.

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Kerala urged to focus on two-wheeler safety and speeding to reduce road accidents

Kerala Govt urged to focus on two-wheeler safety, speeding to reduce road accidents. CUTS International recommends State Speed Management Policy, accountability framework for faulty road design and AI cameras for traffic management.

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Nine killed after jeep plunges into gorge in Kerala's Wayanad

KOZHIKODE: At least nine plantation workers were killed and three persons injured when the jeep in which they were travelling fell into a deep gorge at Kannothmala near Thalappuzha in Thavinjal panchayat in Kerala's Wayanad district on Friday afternoon.

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Powerhouse, Kommady bridges in Alappuzha inaugurated

Kerala govt. is spending ₹20,000 cr. for welfare schemes this Onam. P.A. Mohamed Riyas inaugurated Shavakottapalam & Kommady bridges in Alappuzha. Reconstruction of AC road, widening of NH-66 & coastal highway to be completed in timebound manner. Govt. vision is to rebuild Alappuzha town. New district office of PSC, lift…

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Kerala-based designers marry tradition with modernity this Onam

Onam: Kerala-based designers add a dash of whimsy to traditional saris. From handspun, handwoven saris to odes to sadya, bold Kerala-inspired prints to ombre-dyed colours, designers are marrying traditional with modern #Onam #Kerala #Designers #Traditional #Modern #Saris #Prints #Colours #Whimsy #Prices #Details

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Here are the top news developments from Kerala on August 25, 2023

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28-year-old seeks Kerala women’s panel help for primary education

A 28-yr-old uneducated woman from Bihar, who was brought to Kerala at 8, approached the State Women's Commission for help in getting primary education. The Commission offered support & directed the Jagratha Samiti leaders to explore possibilities. Cases of domestic violence & property disputes were also considered, with 8 settled…

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Thalassemia patients get a short shrift in ‘Samashwasam’ scheme of Kerala govt.

Kozhikode Thalassemia patients yet to be covered under Kerala govt's 'Samashwasam' scheme, despite haemophilia & sickle cell anaemia patients getting financial help. Thalassemia is an inherited disorder caused by lack of haemoglobin. Haemophilia & sickle cell anaemia patients get ₹1,000 & ₹2,000/month respectively. Minister promised to include thalassemia patients, but…

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