Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 6 (UNI) Kerala will provide Priority Ration Cards to 43,000 families, with State Food and Civil Supplies Minister G.R. Anil inaugurating the state-level distribution here today. As per the National Food Security Act and in line with changing socio-economic conditions, the state government has updated the priority list to include the most deserving…
Kochi, Aug 6 (UNI) The United States’ reciprocal tariffs on seafood trade are placing Indian fishers in increasingly vulnerable economic positions, according to experts at a two-day national seminar on ‘Mitigating Climate Change Impact on Marine Ecosystems.’ The seminar, jointly organised here by the ICAR–Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) and the Institute of Social…
Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 3 (UNI) In view of the ongoing swell surge phenomenon, the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) has issued an alert indicating a high possibility of coastal inundation along the Kerala coast. Coastal inundation is expected due to high waves ranging between 1.5 and 1.8 meters from 5.30 pm on August…
Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 2 (UNI) With the Onam festival around the corner, the Kerala Excise Department has chalked out a comprehensive action plan to intensify enforcement activities across the state. The special drive, aimed at ensuring a safe and law-abiding festive season, will focus on curbing the smuggling of spirit, the production and sale of illicit…
Thiruvananthapuram, July 29 (UNI) Senior Congress leader and AICC Working Committee member Ramesh Chennithala has alleged that the Kerala State Election Commission is attempting to politically aid the CPI(M) by tampering with the voter list for the upcoming local body polls, imitating the ‘Maharashtra model’ of manipulation. Chennithala said that widespread complaints have emerged regarding…
Thiruvananthapuram, July 29 (UNI) Kerala will begin administering the HPV vaccine to Plus One and Plus Two girl students as a preventive measure against cervical cancer. Cervical cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women, and the HPV vaccine is most effective when administered between the ages of 9 and 14, although it…
Thiruvananthapuram, July 28 (UNI) The Haritha Keralam Mission aims to plant 1 crore saplings across Kerala by September 30, 2025, with over 21 lakh already planted so far. The initiative aligns with broader goals of ecological restoration and achieving a net-zero carbon footprint for the state, said Dr. TN Seema, Vice Chairperson, Haritha Keralam Mission,…
Thiruvananthapuram, July 25 (UNI) As several school buildings in Kerala are over 100 years old, the demolition of such structures will be expedited, State General Education Minister V. Sivankutty has said. “Contractors who win the demolition bids are expected to demolish the buildings and remove the debris. However, in many cases, local self-government institutions have…
Kochi, July 21 (UNI) A nationwide cyber fraud gang that operated through a fake “Parivahan” mobile application has been arrested by the Kochi Cyber Police from Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh. The fraudsters tricked victims by sending fake APK files via WhatsApp under the pretext of paying vehicle fines through Parivahan, a digital platform created by…
Thiruvananthapuram, July 19 (UNI) Concerns are mounting over the poor hygiene standards at catering stalls operating in and around railway stations across Kerala. Several passengers have reported instances of stale or improperly handled food, prompting backlash on social media. The Railway Police acted on complaints and conducted surprise inspections at catering stalls and IRCTC-run eateries…
