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Nair Service Society | Calling the shots, making a point

As a forward caste Hindu organisation, the NSS has been steadfast in maintaining political equidistance while casting itself as a defender of Hindu belief systems

The Hindu

VHSE NSS mini residential camps conclude today

These include lighting of the ‘Samatwa Jwala’ in the streets near the camp in the evening to sensitise the public and the students to the problem of gender discrimination and exploitation of women

The Hindu

Farming endeavours fetch Kayanna school top State laurel

Kozhikode school wins award for organic farming: 97 students, no prior knowledge, cultivated 14 varieties of vegetables. With guidance from local Krishi Bhavan & support from village, they battled water scarcity & pest attacks. Students educated in scientific farming, sold half of harvest & shared rest. Some inspired to start…

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‘Most students feel free to express opinions and beliefs on campus’

The findings from the National Student Survey come amid a series of free speech rows on campuses in recent months.

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Controversy over faith versus religion disputes looms over the Kerala Assembly that convenes on Monday

Controversy swirls around Speaker's office; UDF to press govt. to withdraw cases against NSS workers; Assembly to mourn passing of former CM & Speaker; UDF to raise stakes in Puthuppally constituency; Opposition to paint govt. as authoritarian

The Hindu

NSS to end public protest, seek legal recourse in row over Kerala Speaker’s comments

NSS to end protests, seek legal recourse over Speaker's remarks. Concerned over possible flare-up, NSS to explore legal options to protect Hindu faith. Sangh Parivar backing NSS, while UDF remains neutral. NSS to galvanise members to register protest through Vinayaka Chathurthy celebrations. NSS decides to end protests, seek legal action…

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A.N. Shamseer | Speaker’s trouble

A.N. Shamseer, 24th Speaker of Kerala Legislative Assembly, faces controversy over his appeal to students to embrace science over literalist interpretation of religion. NSS, Congress, BJP, and CPI(M) have voiced their opinions, with NSS demanding apology or resignation. Kerala Assembly will be convening on August 7 and his skills will…

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NSS to intensify protests against govt., its highest-decision making bodies to meet today

Despite the best efforts of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) to avoid a direct confrontation with the Nair Service Society (NSS), the community organisation has decided to intensify its protest against the allegedly blasphemous remarks about Hindu gods by Speaker A.N. Shamseer.

The Hindu

NSS to embark on massive clean-up drive

The Hindu

Sivagiri Madhom demands unqualified apology from Shamseer

Varkala Sivagiri Madhom urges Speaker A.N. Shamseer to apologize for remarks on Lord Ganesha and ritual practices. Madhom extends support to NSS protests, saying no one can blame them for being hurt. Seer urges everyone to settle the issue soon, without aggravating it. CPI(M) condemns campaign against Speaker, saying misinterpreting…

The Hindu

Sangh Parivar extends support to NSS

Sangh Parivar orgs visit NSS HQ in Perunna; extend support to NSS in its campaign to protect faith of Hindus. Leaders of Sangh Parivar, Kerala Janapaksham & BJP protest booking of case against NSS VP & 1,000 others for taking out procession to oppose Speaker's remarks.

The Hindu

1,000 booked for protesting against Shamseer’s remarks

Police book 1,000 NSS members for protest march against Speaker's alleged "blasphemous" remark on Hindu gods. NSS vows to contest charges in court. Opposition parties criticize LDF govt for targeting NSS workers. CPI(M) defends Speaker's remarks, says he was merely reiterating the founding document's charter to develop scientific temper. RSS…

The Hindu

Evidence, not narratives, should guide discussions about statistics

In a recent opinion article, Economic Advisory Council member Shamika Ravi article raised concerns about the quality of data that India’s national surveys – the NSS, the PLFS, and the NFHS – collect. Ravi raises two main issues: overestimation of rural populations and different response rates across wealth groups proxied…

The Hindu

Controversy over Speaker’s comments continues to roil Kerala politics

Controversy over Speaker's anti-Hindu comments continues to unsettle Kerala politics. NSS demands apology, CPI(M) stands firm. BJP & Congress take sides, jury out on outcome. NSS & BJP accuse CPI(M) of berating Hindu faith & exploiting situation for political gain.

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NSS organises public protests against Shamseer

NSS organises public protests against Kerala Speaker A.N. Shamseer

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NSS escalates attack on Speaker, asks believers to offer prayers at Ganesha temples across Kerala

NSS launches campaign to protect rights of believers after Speaker's anti-Hindu remark. NSS calls on community members to visit Ganesha temples and offer prayers. NSS issues directive against any communally sensitive action. NSS counters statement by CPI(M) State Secretary, saying dismissing beliefs of community in name of scientific temper affects…

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NSS criticises Kerala Speaker Shamseer remarks on Hindu gods, demands apology

Even as the bitter war of words between the Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)] and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the remarks made by Speaker A.N. Shamseer began easing off, the controversy took a new turn on Monday with the Nair Service Society (NSS) launching an offensive on…

The Hindu

Blood donation camp marks feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola

Andhra Loyola College's NSS units, in partnership with Indian Red Cross Society, organised a blood donation camp on July 27 to mark St. Ignatius of Loyola's feast. 132 units of blood were donated by students, faculty and staff. Fr. G.A.P. Kishore highlighted the importance of blood donation and urged students…

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An avoidable controversy over sample surveys

All surveys listed do adopt scientific sample designs, but there is always scope for improvement of the sample designs

The Hindu

Nursery at school to plant saplings along highway in Wayanad

Jayasree Higher Secondary School at Kalluvayal near Pulpally in the district has set a model for the State in environmental conservation by setting up its own plant nursery to distribute seedlings of various species of plants including fruit plants to the public.

The Hindu

KU presents awards to best NSS units, officers, and volunteers

Kuvempu University recently presented awards for best performing units of the National Service Scheme (NSS), officers, and volunteers at the university campus Shankaraghatta near Shivamogga.

The Hindu

I am a ticket aspirant for LS poll: Former MLA Vasu

Vasu, former MLA, who was denied Congress ticket during the Assembly elections held earlier this year, has said that he is an aspirant for party ticket for the Lok Sabha polls.

The Hindu

Stella Maris students march to raise awareness against drug abuse

The NSS units of Stella Maris College organised a rally to raise awareness against drug abuse on the occasion of World Drug Day from Gemini flyover to the college campus on Cathedral Road on Monday

The Hindu

Split wide open in NSS as five members walk out of Prathinidhi Sabha meeting

The simmering differences within the Nair Service Society (NSS) boiled over into a full blown fight on Friday when five members walked out of its Prathinidhi Sabha (Delegates Council), which met here in the morning ahead of an election to the board of directors of the community organisation.

The Hindu

NSS presents ₹144.25-crore Budget with focus on health services, colleges

The annual Budget of the Nair Service Society (NSS) presented on Saturday by general secretary G. Sukumaran Nair provides for an income and expenditure of ₹144.25 crore.

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