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Kerala Tourism to pilot ‘ethnic villages’ project in Idukki

Kerala Tourism to pilot 'Ethnic Villages' project in Idukki to showcase State's culture, conserve lifestyle & heritage of ethnic communities. Project to have accommodations modelled on tribal houses, with modern amenities in gated property. #Kerala #Tourism #Culture #Heritage

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Audit finds illegal malpractices in Chinnakkanal bank

Audit finds large-scale malpractices at CPI(M)-controlled Chinnakkanal Service Cooperative Bank in Idukki. Loans sanctioned without verification, forged title deeds, land deals without legal process. Former bank secretary placed under suspension. High Court-monitored inquiry needed to reveal extent of malpractices. #Audit #Malpractices #Idukki #CooperativeBank #CPI(M) #ForgedTitleDeeds #HighCourtInquiry

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Man, two sons electrocuted in Idukki

57-yr-old man & sons electrocuted in Idukki while collecting grass; bodies shifted to Idukki Medical College. Wife Omana found them lying in field; alerted KSEB & locals. Vishnu survived by wife & 2-yr-old child.

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Idukki diocese raises concern after report on safety of Mullaperiyar dam in foreign daily

Idukki diocese urges govts to find solution to Mullaperiyar dam issue, citing danger to 35 lakh people. Church calls on Union govt to intervene as it involves two States. Kerala govt wants new dam, but SC held existing one safe, allowing TN to raise water level after strengthening.

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Catholic priest joins BJP; bishop relieves him of pastoral duties

Fr. Mattam, a Catholic priest of Idukki diocese, joined BJP without Bishop's permission. Kerala Catholic Bishops Council & BJP Idukki district president commented on the move. Fr. Mattam said BJP never out of bounds for Christians in Kerala. Joining of Fr. Mattam indicates Christian sympathy towards BJP.

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For Kerala, it’s third largest southwest monsoon deficit

Kerala's SW monsoon ends 34% deficient, 15th deficient season in 123 yrs. Aug rain 87% below normal due to El Niño. Positive IOD & IMD forecast bode well for NE monsoon, crucial for KSEB's reservoirs. Idukki 37% storage, Pamba & Idamalayar 54 & 53% vs. 79 & 86% last yr.

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Idukki dam security breach: probe handed over to State crime branch

Police Chief Shaik Darvesh Saheb orders Idukki dam security breach case to State Crime Branch. Lookout notice issued against accused, who is in a Gulf country. Red corner notice to be issued. Breach occurred on July 22 when Palakkad resident placed locks and poured liquid on dam shutters. KSEB dam…

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New bridge at Cheruthoni, Munnar-Bodimettu road to be inaugurated on Oct. 12

Inaug. of Cheruthoni bridge & Munnar-Bodimettu stretch of Kochi-Dhanushkodi NH on Oct 12. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to inaugurate. Widening of 41-km stretch delayed due to landslides. First toll booth to be opened at Devikulam. Bridge built in 3 yrs at Rs 25 cr to connect Puliyanmala-Thodupuzha state highway. Old…

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Kanthallur village bags gold award for Best Tourism Village

A sleepy village popular for cool season vegetable and fruit framing at Kanthallur under Devikulam taluk in Idukki has bagged the gold award by the Government of India in the Best Rural Tourism Projects category.

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Land Bill: LDF launches protest against Idukki Land Freedom Movement

LDF protests ILFM's opposition to Kerala Govt Land Assignment (Amendment) Bill, 2023. CPI(M) district secretary C.V. Varghese & LDF district convenor K.K. Sivaraman allege ILFM trying to protect mining lobbies & land encroachers.

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Security breach at Idukki dam: tourist entry only in buggy cars soon

After the security breach at Idukki dam, the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) hydel tourism wing has decided to allow tourist entry only in buggy cars.

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Kerala’s rainfall deficit dips ahead of southwest monsoon’s withdrawal

Kerala's monsoon deficit reduced to 38% due to late surge, withdrawal likely to begin in a day. Further strengthening of El Niño and positive IOD likely to bring relief in upcoming NE monsoon season. Idukki reservoir has only 36% water despite late surge.

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‘Neelakurinji’ biodiversity centre opened at Adimaly

IDUKKI: Kerala has taken the lead in conserving biodiversity, said Water Resources Minister Roshy Augustine. Inaugurating the Neelakurinji biodiversity knowledge centre at Adimaly Govt. High School, he said Western Ghats is home to 300 critically endangered species. The centre, set up by State Haritha Keralam Mission, UNDP & Idukki district…

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Heavy rush prompts DTPC to impose curbs on tourists visiting Wagamon glass bridge

The Idukki District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) has put in place special arrangements at India’s largest cantilever glass bridge that was recently inaugurated at Wagamon in Idukki, due to heavy rush.

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‘Neelakurinji’ to give tourists info on Idukki’s biodiversity

‘Neelakurinji’ knowledge centre in Idukki to open Sat. It has 3D models of evergreen forests, Muthuvan tribal community items, 3D map of biodiversity hotspots, 25 display panels, touchscreen kiosks w/ 50 videos & games. Entry fee Rs 20/10.

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Rain continues in many parts of Kerala, IMD issues yellow alert for 7 districts

Kerala: IMD issues yellow alert for seven districts due to heavy rain. Shutters of Peppara dam raised by 10 cm. Landslips, waterlogging, rise in water levels of streams & rivers in Kottayam & Idukki. People urged to be vigilant.

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IAF helicopter makes trial landing at Sathram airstrip in Idukki

IAF helicopter trial-landed at Sathram airstrip, Idukki to inspect chances of using it for disaster management. NCC officials said the landing was successful and PWD directed to complete more work. NCC applied for permission to construct approach road and remove embankment. A portion of airstrip washed away in July 2022…

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Preliminary Vigilance probe against Kuzhalnadan

VACB probes Cong. legislator Mathew Kuzhalnadan for alleged breach of land norms to acquire private property in Idukki. Govt. sanctioned inquiry based on petitions from CPI(M) leaders. Kuzhalnadan had accused CM Pinarayi Vijayan of corruption and illegal amassment of wealth.

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Idukki dam security breach: Collector convenes high-level meeting

District Collector Sheeba George convened a high-level meeting of officials of the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB), Police and other departments on Saturday at the collectorate and reviewed the security of the hydel dams in the district.

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Arikompan fans take out protest march in Idukki

Tribal people of Idukki protested against the translocation of wild tusker Arikompan, demanding its return to its natural habitat. Fans of the tusker marched to the Idukki Collectorate, with the organizers alleging that the Forest Dept. was protecting the interests of resort owners and land encroachers. The protesters vowed to…

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Entry fee to cantilever glass bridge at Wagamon slashed

Idukki's cantilever glass bridge, recently inaugurated at Wagamon, has had its entry fee reduced from ₹500 to ₹250 per person. Within one week of its opening, 3,463 tourists visited the bridge. It can accommodate 15 people at a time and offers views of Mundakayam, Koottikkal, and Kokkayar areas. The bridge…

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Building a hill station

Unusually dry Aug in Munnar, Kerala's Idukki district, brings bad news for tour guide John Quintez. Govt forms Munnar Hill Area Authority to ensure sustainable development while curbing illegal construction. Environmentalists fear shift from preservation to allowing constructions. Locals resent being treated as encroachers. Govt amends Land Assignment Act to…

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Kerala HC tells govt. to inform it about team to evict encroachers in Idukki

Kerala HC grants govt more time to form team to remove encroachments in Munnar, Idukki. Govt pleader asked to inform court of steps taken to evict encroachers from river in Santhanpara.

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Security breach: KSEB inspects Cheruthoni dam shutters

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Security breach at Idukki dam: steps on to issue lookout circular

Police investigating security breach at Idukki Dam to issue lookout circular against accused. Idukki District Police Chief V.U. Kuriakose says probe is underway. Incident occurred July 22; accused allegedly placed locks on earthing strips of 8 high-mast lights & poured liquid on wire rope of dam shutters. KSEB officials discovered…

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