Cyclone brewing in Bay of Bengal to trigger moderate rainfall in south Kerala
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/cyclone-brewing-in-bay-of-bengal-to-trigger-moderate-rainfall-in-south-kerala/article68776390.ece
Samanwayam project launched
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/samanwayam-project-launched/article68773289.ece
Death of Kannur ADM: Tensions at Collectorate as Yuva Morcha, KSU activists protest seeking Collector’s resignation
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/death-of-kannur-adm-tensions-at-collectorate-as-yuva-morcha-ksu-activists-protest-seeking-collectors-resignation/article68772286.ece
BJYM and KSU activists stage demonstration alleging District Collector Arun K. Vijayan’s involvement in the death of Naveen Babu
After snails, farmers in Idukki battling spotted locust infestation; experts say change in climate pattern could be a cause
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/after-snails-farmers-in-idukki-battling-locust-infestation-experts-say-change-in-climate-pattern-could-be-a-cause/article68769484.ece
Plantations of over 70 farmers severely affected by the spotted locust infestation at Konnathady and Vathikudy panchayats
Thiruvananthapuram observatory captures stunning images of rare comet C/2023 A3
https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/science/thiruvananthapuram-observatory-captures-stunning-images-of-rare-comet-c2023-a3/article68765225.ece
Although the comet was closest to Earth on October 12, the inclement weather in Thiruvananthapuram hindered observations on that day
India gearing up for next industrial revolution through initiatives like BioE3 policy: Union Minister
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/india-gearing-up-for-next-industrial-revolution-through-initiatives-like-bioe3-policy-union-minister/article68765038.ece
It is time to creatively think about how to add value to the products cultivated by our farmers, says Jitendra Singh at a gathering of farmers and artisans in Thiruvananthapuram
TDB opens virtual queue for Sabarimala, sets daily limit of 70,000 slots
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/tdb-opens-virtual-queue-for-sabarimala-sets-daily-limit-of-70000-slots/article68761084.ece
With the State government already declaring a daily limit of 80,000, the move has sparked speculation that the remaining 10,000 spots may be allocated through spot bookings
Back schemes announced in Budget with adequate funds, CAG tells Kerala government
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/back-schemes-announced-in-budget-with-adequate-funds-cag-tells-kerala-government/article68761006.ece
CAG says of the 27 schemes initiated in 2022-23, no Budget provision was provided for 13 schemes. For eight of these, the departments did not submit project proposals either
Malayalam films Feminichi Fathima and Appuram chosen for International Competition section of 29th IFFK
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/malayalam-films-feminichi-fathima-and-appuram-chosen-for-international-competition-section-in-iffk/article68756752.ece
12 Malayalam films to be part of the Malayalam Cinema Today section in the festival this year
Death of Kannur ADM Naveen Babu triggers public outcry, anti-government protests in Kerala
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/death-of-kannur-adm-naveen-babu-triggers-public-outcry-anti-government-protests-in-kerala/article68755471.ece
Congress and BJP have blamed CPI(M) leader and Kannur district panchayat president P.P. Divya for Naveen Babu’s death
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.
International Indie Music Festival to return with third edition at Kovalam in November
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/international-indie-music-festival-to-return-with-third-edition-at-kovalam-in-november/article68776170.ece
Set to make a return to the Kerala Arts and Crafts Village in Kovalam, the festival this year will feature independent bands, musicians spanning several genres from various countries
Waste collectors end dramatic protest after Corporation authorities agree to consider demands
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/waste-collectors-end-dramatic-protest-after-corporation-authorities-agree-to-consider-demands/article68773242.ece
Registration mandatory for artificial reproductive technology, surrogacy clinics
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/registration-mandatory-for-artificial-reproductive-technology-surrogacy-clinics/article68769719.ece
Scrutiny of applications received from 140 such institutions in Kerala has been completed and registration given
Swell waves continue to pound coastline of Kerala
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/swell-waves-continue-to-pound-coastline-of-kerala/article68765406.ece
INCOIS forecasts swell waves in the range of 0.5-1.3 m height in Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Kannur, Kasaragod, Kollam, Kozhikode, Malappuram, Thiruvananthapuram, and Thrissur till 5.30 p.m. on Friday
Kerala Waqf Board property: A disputed deed and a dwelling place
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/a-disputed-deed-and-a-dwelling-place/article68764796.ece
A legal battle over 404 acres of land at Munambam, Ernakulam, has taken on troubling social and communal dimensions. The Kerala State Waqf Board has staked its claim to the property, which was transferred as Waqf—an inalienable endowment under Islamic law— to an educational institution in Kozhikode. The descendants of those who purchased the land from the institution now face the looming threat of eviction, reports K.S. Sudhi
21% of country’s best institutions in Kerala: Bindu
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/21-of-countrys-best-institutions-in-kerala-bindu/article68761290.ece
Minister inaugurates new academic block at Government Sanskrit College
Action sought against suspects in Kannur ADM’s unnatural death
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/action-sought-against-suspects-in-kannur-adms-unnatural-death/article68761233.ece
Homecooks in Thiruvananthapuram are championing artificial additive-free jams, preserves, juice, ethnic eats and more
https://www.thehindu.com/food/features/homemade-jams-concentrates-preserves-made-with-fresh-produce-capture-essence-of-keralas-seasonal-fruits/article68709377.ece
Four home cooks in Thiruvananthapuram are turning fruits into value-added products without using artificial flavours or preservatives
Sabarimala: Pilgrims without online registration will also receive darshan, says Kerala CM
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/sabarimala-pilgrims-without-online-registration-will-also-receive-darshan-says-kerala-cm/article68755916.ece
Replying to a submission, Pinarayi Vijayan says steps have been taken to enhance coordination between various departments and agencies so that improved facilities can be provided for pilgrims at Sannidhanam, Pamba and other key spots
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
