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Four-member gang in Kerala ties up 63-year-old woman, robs gold

Four-member gang robbed 10 sovereigns of gold from 63-year-old woman's house in Kannur, Kerala. Relative and two children were present but unaware of the incident. Police registered a case and forensic team started investigation. Previous burglary in the area also unsolved.

The Hindu · Oct 20, 2023

Kannur garment company takes stand for peace amid Israel-Hamas conflict

Maryan Apparels Co. in Kannur, India has taken a principled stand against providing uniforms to Israeli forces, citing the loss of innocent lives due to the conflict. The company's MD Thomas Olickal emphasizes their dedication to universal humanity, while Manager Shijin Kumar notes the financial loss but commitment to peace.

The Hindu · Oct 20, 2023

Speeding police vehicle crashes into petrol pump in Kannur; one vehicle and fuel dispenser damaged

At Caltex Junction in Kannur, Kerala, a police vehicle speeding out of control crashed into a petrol pump on Oct 16. The car refueling at the station was hit, but its occupants were unharmed. The two people in the police vehicle fled. Questions arose about the vehicle's fitness as some…

The Hindu · Oct 16, 2023

Man ‘trampled’ to death by wild elephant that triggered panic at Ulikkal in Kannur

63-year-old man was found dead in a churchyard in Kannur, Kerala on Oct 12, after a wild elephant had intruded the town. It is suspected that Jose was attacked by the elephant when he attempted to seek refuge from the chaos caused by firecrackers. Over 70 forest personnel from various…

The Hindu · Oct 12, 2023

Wild elephant roams Ulikkal town in Kannur district of Kerala sparking panic

Residents of Ulikkal, Kerala, panicked when a wild elephant ventured into their heavily populated area on Oct 11. Forest officials have been mobilised to the scene to ensure safety and the Ulikkal panchayat president has issued instructions to travellers to avoid the town. Shops and schools have been closed and…

The Hindu · Oct 11, 2023

SHRC to settle stray dog attack case

SHRC has accepted the report and closed the case.SHRC settles case of stray dog attack on student in Kannur. Muzhappilangad panchayat allocated ₹1.44 lakh for treatment. ABC programme in place; 36 sterilised dogs relocated. Panchayat members set up cages for aggressive dogs. Collector promised anti-rabies vaccines, mandatory registration for pet…

The Hindu · Oct 10, 2023

Probe launched into axing of tree on school compound

Forest dept and Kannur Town police launch investigation into incident where tree on Govt Lower Primary School premises axed as it obstructed view of govt advertisement hoarding. Complaint filed by school headmaster. Three persons illegally entered school and cut tree branches to clear view of billboard.

The Hindu · Oct 10, 2023

Israel-Palestine conflict: 48-year-old woman from Kannur injured in missile blast, shifted to Tel Aviv for spine surgery

48-year-old Sheeja Anandan, hailing from Payyavoor in Kannur, found herself caught in the crossfire of a missile attack in Ashkelon, Israel

The Hindu · Oct 9, 2023

LDF govt. trying to create new form of governance, says Kerala CM

LDF govt trying to create new form of governance via regional-level dev review meetings. 400 ineligible beneficiaries found in Kasaragod. Ayurveda research institute in Kannur to be completed by Jan. LIFE Mission project beneficiaries getting ₹2 lakh less. Local bodies focus on 'Manassodithiri Mannu' scheme. Tunnel road to Wayanad to…

The Hindu · Oct 5, 2023

CM, Ministers, officials to attend review meeting in Kozhikode on Thursday

CM Pinarayi Vijayan & Cabinet to review development works in Kozhikode, Kannur, Kasaragod & Wayanad. Top State officials to attend meeting at Cheruvannur. Issues such as fast-tracking & timely completion of projects, national highways, hill highway, coastal highway, tunnel road to Wayanad, Kovalam-Bekal inland navigation project & LIFE Mission schemes…

The Hindu · Oct 4, 2023