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Who is Athira Suresh, the NIT Calicut grad who left ExxonMobil for the Indian Army?

Lieutenant Athira Suresh from Kozhikode, Kerala, was commissioned into the Indian Army on September 5, 2026, after leaving her job as a Project Controls Engineer at ExxonMobil. A Civil Engineering graduate from NIT Calicut, she joins a family with three generations of military service. She trained at OTA Gaya's SSC…

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How Fruit Bats in Kerala Triggered India's 2018 Nipah Outbreak and What It Revealed About Zoonotic Spillover

The Kozhikode Cluster That Alarmed EpidemiologistsIn May 2018, seventeen people died in Kozhikode district within weeks of each other. The deaths came fast and with alarming symptoms: sudden fever, disorientation, and in several cases, acute encephalitis. The Kerala health department, working with the National Institute of Virology in Pune, confirmed…

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Money debited but cash not received from ATM: Consumer Commission ordered bank to pay Rs 15,000 compensation; here's why customer won

A Kozhikode consumer commission has ordered Union Bank of India to refund Rs 10,000 and pay Rs 5,000 in compensation to a customer who said his account was debited at an ATM but no cash came out. The bank claimed its records showed the cash was dispensed, but failed to…

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Heavy rains lash Kerala: 25 dead, 4 missing, 10 injured; 'red alert' in 8 districts

Kerala faces severe flooding after heavy rains since August 1. Twenty-five lives have been lost and thousands displaced to relief camps. Hundreds of homes suffered damage, with 52 completely destroyed by the deluge. Excess rainfall of 181 percent has triggered red alerts in eight districts. Authorities are providing aid and…

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Night-long battle as fire razes Kerala coconut oil mill

A major coconut oil mill in Kozhikode was completely destroyed by a massive fire. Firefighters battled the blaze for over eight hours to bring it under control. Preliminary findings suggest the fire originated in the copra storage area near the dryers. The mill owners estimated the total loss of property…

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Kerala seeks extension of Haj application deadline, bigger aircraft at Kozhikode airport

Kerala Haj Minister N Samsudheen requested an extended Haj application deadline until August 15. He also urged the Union government to permit wide-body aircraft operations from Kozhikode airport. The minister sought refunds for unusable GPS-enabled smartwatches provided to pilgrims. He also called for improvements in food arrangements and changes to…

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Who owns your hospitals? Private equity’s growing grip on Kerala’s healthcare

When Chazhikattu Hospital was set up in Thodupuzha municipality in Idukki district in 1933, health facilities were rare in the area. What began as a nursing home under Dr CK Stephen grew over the years into a reputed private hospital run by his family. The family’s establishment survived for 91…

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900 medical coding staff terminated abruptly at Kerala offices of US healthcare firm; government steps in

Hundreds of medical coders in Kochi and Kozhikode faced abrupt termination from a US-based healthcare firm, sparking outrage. Employees reported being forced out without notice, prompting intervention from Kerala's Labour Department and local MLA Uma Thomas. The company has agreed to discuss compensation and has put further terminations on hold…

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Air India Express restores all West Asia flights, resumes Salalah and Kuwait services

Air India Express has fully restored its West Asia flight network, reinstating services to Salalah and Kuwait. Flights to Salalah resumed on July 2, with Kuwait services restarting on July 3 and expanding from July 5. Bengaluru-Kuwait flights also recommence on July 4. This move reconnects passengers across the region,…

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Kerala rain watch: Orange alert for 11 districts, warnings to continue through first week of July

Kerala is bracing for heavy rainfall as the IMD has issued an orange alert for 11 districts. This signifies the potential for very heavy downpours, with warnings extending to several days. Authorities are urging residents in vulnerable areas to relocate if necessary and advising caution. Control rooms are operational, providing…

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Shigella outbreak in Kerala: 10 new cases reported

According to a statement issued by Health Minister K Muraleedharan's office, new cases were reported from Malappuram (5), Kozhikode (4) and Wayanad (1).

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Kerala reports 15 new Shigella cases; June tally rises to 165

Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram district reported 15 new Shigella cases on Tuesday, with Kozhikode leading the infections. The state has seen 165 Shigella cases and six deaths this June, totaling 241 infections this year. Outbreaks are active in Kozhikode, Wayanad, Thrissur, and Alappuzha. Meanwhile, 11 low-risk Nipah contacts have been cleared from…

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Kerala reports 10 new Shigella cases; Nipah contained, Ebola vigil intensified

Kerala is grappling with a surge in Shigella infections, reporting 10 new cases and a yearly total of 226. While Nipah virus spread has been contained, authorities remain vigilant. Outbreaks are noted in several districts, with Kozhikode heavily impacted. Meanwhile, stringent Ebola surveillance is in place at entry points, with…

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Kerala: One more Shigella death, seven fresh cases reported

According to a statement issued by the office of Health Minister K Muraleedharan, health authorities confirmed that a 54-year-old woman from Mavoor in Kozhikode district, who died on June 20, had been infected with Shigella.

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Kerala reports 10 more Shigella cases, tally rises to 120 thus far

According to a statement issued by Health Minister K Muraleedharan, three of the new Shigella cases were reported from Kozhikode, two each from Thiruvananthapuram, Thrissur and Malappuram, and one from Palakkad.

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Kerala remains India’s ground zero for the Nipah virus, but why?

A new Nipah virus case in Kozhikode, Kerala, highlights the state's recurring outbreaks. Experts link these to fruit bats and human activity. Kerala's strong surveillance system detects cases effectively. The World Health Organisation considers Nipah a priority pathogen. Investigations are underway to understand the current infection's source and potential spread.

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ICMR team reaches Kozhikode after Nipah outbreak; relatives of patient test negative

A Nipah virus case has been confirmed in Kozhikode. An ICMR team has arrived to assess the situation. Close relatives of the patient have tested negative. Health officials are implementing strict preventive measures. Surveillance is underway for those who came into contact with the patient. The district administration is ensuring…

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Kerala: Nipah patient's route map released; animal husbandry dept sets up control room

Kozhikode district administration has released the route map of a 43-year-old man infected with the Nipah virus. He is currently on ventilator support. Preventive measures are in place, including quarantining individuals who came into contact with him. Authorities have intensified surveillance and set up a control room to prevent animal-to-human…

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Nipah virus infection reported in Kerala's Kozhikode, 77 contacts identified

A Nipah virus infection case is confirmed in Kozhikode, Kerala. Authorities have initiated preventive measures and are tracing contacts. The infected individual is stable and receiving treatment. Health officials are ensuring medicine availability and public awareness. Vigilance is advised, especially between May and September, due to fruit bat activity. Further…

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Kerala reports fresh Nipah Virus case: Check symptoms, ways to prevent and other key details

Kerala is on high alert after a man in Kozhikode district tested positive for Nipah virus. Health officials are tracing contacts and implementing quarantine measures. The patient is on ventilator support. Samples are sent for confirmation. Authorities are investigating the source of infection. Nipah virus is a zoonotic disease spread…

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Shigella scare in Kerala: Check symptoms, treatment and causes of the infection that killed 4-year-old in Kozhikode

Shigella Spreading in Kerala? Kerala has intensified surveillance and testing following its first reported Shigella-related death of a four-year-old girl. Health authorities are strengthening school monitoring and sanitation measures as more infections, particularly among children, are being reported across several districts.

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Kerala rain alert: Flash flood risk as IMD issues orange, yellow alert in multiple districts; helplines activated

Kerala braces for intensified southwest monsoon with widespread heavy to very heavy rainfall expected. Orange and yellow alerts are active across several districts, warning of landslides, flash floods, and strong winds. Authorities urge caution in vulnerable areas and advise fishermen to avoid the sea. Tourist spots are temporarily closed as…

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Rs 34 crore Blood Money, 20 years in jail: Kerala man finally returns on Eid, mother says "today Allah reunited my son with me"

Kozhikode, a district in Kerala, rejoiced as Abdul Rahim returned home after 20 years in a Saudi jail, a journey marked by a death sentence, a massive crowdfunding campaign, and a 'blood money' settlement. His family's Eid prayers were answered, culminating in an emotional reunion after a prolonged legal battle…

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Woman confronts a motorist riding through the pedestrian footpath; gains appreciation from the transport minister

The talk of the town is the elderly lady from Kerala, who raised her voice against an unsafe act on the road. In a viral video, the 73-year-old Prabhavathy is seen confronting a motorist who has been seen riding the bike through the pedestrian footpath. The video, shared by vlogger…

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Kerala advance to Santosh Trophy main round in style

KOZHIKODE: Kerala secured their spot in the Santosh Trophy main round by thrashing Pondicherry 7-0 in their final Group H match at EMS Corporation Stadium, Kozhikode, on Sunday.

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