Efforts to erase Gandhi’s memory still on, says T. Padmanabhan
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/efforts-to-erase-gandhis-memory-still-on-says-t-padmanabhan/article68752898.ece
“The current dispensation is working to create a ‘Gandhi-free India’ just as it is looking to create a ‘Congress-free India’”
Continued caving in of Varkala Cliff area raises safety concerns
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/continued-caving-in-of-varkala-cliff-area-raises-safety-concerns/article68753377.ece
The latest incident of caving in of the cliff occurred near the helipad area.
Tusker Padayappa’s ‘unique bond’ with a house in Devikulam
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/tusker-padayappas-unique-bond-with-a-house-in-devikulam/article68748978.ece
Despite over 13 visits in five years, the elephant has not caused any damage to property or attacked people at Mukkath George’s house
SFIO records statement of Kerala CM’s daughter
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/news-reports-of-sfio-questioning-kerala-cms-daughter-veena-vijayan-in-chennai-roils-kerala-politics/article68748465.ece
Nothing will come out of probe because of CPI(M)‘s ‘understanding’ with the BJP, says Sudhakaran; Veena’s husband and Minister Riyas says Oppn. and right-wing media were sensationalising a routine matter
Actor Siddique appears at Cantonment Police station in Thiruvananthapuram for questioning in 2016 rape case
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/actor-siddique-appears-at-cantonment-police-station-in-thiruvananthapuram-for-questioning-in-2016-rape-case/article68745324.ece
A special investigation team has been investigating veteran Malayalam actor Siddique on allegations of raping an aspiring artiste in a hotel room in Thiruvananthapuram in 2016.
Civil service aspirants told to put in consistent efforts for knowledge acquisition
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/civil-service-aspirants-told-to-put-in-consistent-efforts-for-knowledge-acquisition/article68741825.ece
Civil Service Aspirants’ meet held at Mar Ivanios College in Thiruvananthapuram
Decision to stop spot booking at Sabarimala to ensure smooth pilgrimage, Devaswom Minister Vasavan informs Assembly
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/decision-to-stop-spot-booking-at-sabarimala-to-ensure-smooth-pilgrimage-devaswom-minister-vasavan-informs-assembly/article68737092.ece
Kerala govt. examining KWA request for financial support to continue free water supply to BPL families: Minister
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/kerala-govt-examining-kwa-request-for-financial-support-to-continue-free-water-supply-to-bpl-families-minister/article68735740.ece
Roshy Augustine says a little over 4.66 lakh BPL families were given new connections under Centrally-aided JJM and the number of beneficiaries for free supply has increased since 2023
UDF accuses LDF govt. of lacking clear explanation for ADGP-RSS ‘parleys’
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/udf-accuses-ldf-govt-of-lacking-clear-explanation-for-adgp-rss-parleys/article68732357.ece
After four hours of adjournment debate, UDF walks out of Kerala Assembly on Tuesday
Artist Lakshmi Madhavan works with weavers in Balaramapuram to explore socio-political aspects of cloth and body
https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/art/lakshmi-madhavan-explores-identity-heritage-through-kasavu-cloth-bridging-art-and-tradition-through-weavers/article68700454.ece
Lakshmi’s work with cotton and kasavu woven by weavers in Balaramapuram has been a collaborative effort to blend the personal with the legacy of the community
Row in Kerala Assembly over sidelining of 49 questions to unstarred list, Opposition boycotts Question Hour
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/row-in-kerala-assembly-over-removal-of-49-questions-to-unstarred-list-opposition-boycotts-question-hour/article68727213.ece
Opposition United Democratic Front storms out after Speaker defends the decision
Kerala ADGP Ajith Kumar stripped of Law and Order charge
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/ajith-kumar-stripped-of-law-and-order-charge/article68725944.ece
Manoj Abraham will replace him. Cong. and CPI had accused him of parleying secretly with RSS and scuttling Thrissur Pooram to advantage BJP in LS elections
Temple priest arrested for theft
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/temple-priest-arrested-for-theft/article68725375.ece
Corporation official suspended for allegedly accepting bribes for issuing occupancy certificate
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/corporation-official-suspended-for-allegedly-accepting-bribes-for-issuing-occupancy-certificate/article68725091.ece
Kerala producing 25 lakh tonnes of milk daily: CM
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/kerala-producing-25-lakh-tonnes-of-milk-daily-cm/article68721904.ece
One arrested on charge of sexually assaulting tourist
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/one-arrest-on-sexual-assault-charge/article68753304.ece
Widespread protest in Kerala against NCPCR suggestion on madrasas
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/widespread-protest-in-kerala-against-ncpcr-suggestion-on-madrasas/article68749591.ece
National child rights’ panel calls for an end to State support to madrasas, saying that children there are deprived of quality education; IUML sees a communal agenda by Union govt. and its agencies; Congress terms the suggestion unconstitutional; it would alienate Muslim community further, says CPI
Political spotlight turns towards impending bypolls in Kerala
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/political-spotlight-turns-towards-impending-bypolls-in-kerala/article68749164.ece
CPI(M) has launched an exercise to reinvigorate the LDF machinery at the booth and ward level; Congress hopes Priyanka’s ‘sure-fire’ candidacy in Wayanad will ensure UDF candidates’ victory; BJP prepares panel of nominees for national leadership’s approval
CM Pinarayi Vijayan, Governor Arif try to divert public attention from pressing social issues: Kerala Opposition leader Satheesan
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/cm-pinarayi-vijayan-governor-arif-try-to-divert-public-attention-from-pressing-social-issues-kerala-opposition-leader-satheesan/article68745563.ece
V.D. Satheesan said the State and the Central Governments are responsible for a host of issues affecting the public. Both wanted some political theatre to divert public attention from their respective shortcomings
Kerala gold smuggling case: Governor Arif Muhammed Khan slams CM Pinarayi of ‘stonewalling queries’
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/kerala-gold-smuggling-case-governor-arif-muhammed-khan-slams-cm-pinarayi-of-stonewalling-queries/article68745117.ece
Kerala Governor Arif Muhammed Khan accuses CM Pinarayi Vijayan of not acknowledging the letters from Raj Bhavan.
Where to soak in Navaratri festivities in Thiruvananthapuram
https://www.thehindu.com/life-and-style/navaratri-festivities-in-thiruvananthapuram/article68735291.ece
As Navaratri celebrations reach a crescendo, here is a ready reckoner on what is happening in the Kerala capital
Kerala Assembly: Adjournment debate on Thrissur Pooram ‘disruption’ descends into political slugfest
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/kerala-assembly-adjournment-debate-on-thrissur-pooram-disruption-descends-into-political-slugfest/article68736153.ece
Treasury and Opposition benches accuse each other of having a secret understanding with Sangh Parivar forces
CSIR-NIIST enters pact with Tata Steel to reduce carbon emission
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/csir-niist-enters-pact-with-tata-steel-to-reduce-carbon-emission/article68732484.ece
Documentary on Dr Mary Poonen Lukose throws light on her work as legislator and physician
https://www.thehindu.com/life-and-style/dr-mary-poonen-lukose-indias-first-female-legislator-pioneering-physician-commemorated-in-a-documentary/article68731777.ece
Dr Mary Poonen Lukose: Charitram Piranna Kaikal, to be screened on October 9 during a function, commemorates the centenary of her taking the oath as a legislator in 1924
Kerala Assembly adjourned after tense stand-off between Opposition and ruling front
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/kerala-assembly-adjourned-after-tense-stand-off-between-opposition-and-ruling-front/article68727602.ece
Verbal duel between Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and Leader of Opposition V.D. Satheesan marks the day’s tumultuous proceedings
Malayalam actor Siddique appears for questioning in rape case
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/malayalam-actor-siddique-appears-for-questioning-in-rape-case/article68727198.ece
Special investigation team has been investigating the veteran actor on suspicion of raping an aspiring artiste in a hotel room in Thiruvananthapuram in 2016
K.T. Jaleel’s remarks on gold smuggling sparks row, IUML demands apology
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/kt-jaleels-remarks-on-gold-smuggling-sparks-row-iuml-demands-apology/article68725606.ece
Green anaconda dies at the zoo
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/green-anaconda-dies-at-the-zoo/article68725248.ece
PresVu eye drops claim: DCGI directs FDCA Gujarat to take appropriate action against ENTOD Pharmaceuticals
https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/health/presvu-eye-drops-claim-dcgi-directs-fdca-gujarat-to-take-appropriate-action-against-entod-pharmaceuticals/article68724257.ece
The DCGI issued the directive to FDCA Gujarat, following a complaint filed before it by K.V. Babu, a public health activist and an ophthalmologist himself, last month
Kerala’s public education sector is a model for the nation: CM
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/keralas-public-education-sector-is-a-model-for-the-nation-cm/article68721771.ece
