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Forest fringe settlements erupt in protest over ‘translocation’ of wild pigs from Sabarimala

Kottayam locals protest alleged translocation of wild boars from Sabarimala to Chennappara. PTR authorities allegedly brought the pigs in six cages on a vehicle. Irate locals demand action against forest officials. PTR denies allegations, claims boars released deep into forests. Locals insist on stern action to prevent worsening wildlife attacks.

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Nandagovindam Bhajans group creates waves with their medleys of devotional songs

nandagovindam bhajans based in kottayam in kerala and with an extension in dubai wins listeners with their bhajan medleys

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Boost to high-altitude tourism circuit; new road to Ilaveezhapoonchira opened

Kottayam's high-altitude tourism circuit gets a boost with the opening of a 5.5-km road to Ilaveezhapoonchira, an exotic destination. Costing ₹11.19 crore, the road has 21 culverts, surface drains, retaining walls, crash barriers and direction indicators. It will also benefit nearby destinations such as Kattikkayam and Illikkalkallu. Ilavizhapoonchira, situated at…

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Police personnel on Sabarimala duty need not be on their feet constantly

Kottayam Police Chief K. Karthik has allowed police personnel on Sabarimala duty to take a seat during their shifts. This decision comes as a relief for officers who often stand for long hours with minimal access to basic necessities. Traders and voluntary organisations have been requested to provide chairs at…

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Over an acre of agricultural land lost in landslips overnight after heavy rain in Kerala's Idukki district: official

Heavy rain in Idukki district of Kerala caused landslips on October 23, damaging an acre of agricultural land and a portion of road at Nedumkandam. No injuries or homes damaged, but IMD issued yellow alert for Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki & Palakkad districts for Oct 24. Minor rain has caused landslips…

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Jose K. Mani rules out possibility of contesting from Kottayam in Lok Sabha polls

Jose K. Mani, chairman of Kerala Congress (M), has clarified he won't contest in upcoming Lok Sabha elections. He has been assigned a larger responsibility as party chairman. Thomas Chazhikadan, sitting MP, is likely to be fielded by KC(M). Kerala Congress, a UDF member, is determined to win Kottayam seat…

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Vande Bharat to halt at Chengannur from Monday

The Vande Bharat service via Kottayam has been allotted an additional stoppage at Chengannur from Monday.

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IIIT Kottayam to launch i MTech for working professionals

The Indian Institute of Information Technology in Kottayam is launching an Integrated MTech (iMTech) program for working professionals.

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Jesuit priest kick-starts solo campaign on bicycle against drug abuse

Daya Bai flags off 'Kathaparayum Vandi', a State-level anti-drugs awareness campaign led by Jesuit priest Sheise Thomas for schoolchildren. It aims to reach 55K students in 500 schools in Kerala. Daya Bai urges youths to change their ways and secure their future. A.J. Johnson administers an oath to students. Fr.…

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Sabarimala pilgrims from Karnataka injured in accident near Erumely in Kerala

Sabarimala pilgrims injured in bus accident near Erumely, Kerala. Bus was travelling from Kolar, Karnataka to Sabarimala. Driver lost control while negotiating sharp curve. Injured rushed to hospitals in Kottayam & nearby. Traffic disrupted; probe underway. Boards installed to caution drivers; vehicles from neighbouring states often violating safety norms.

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600 elderly persons from Kottayam get a feel of Kochi metro

A group of over 600 elderly people from Vazhoor grama panchayat in Kottayam travelled in Kochi metro trains on Saturday.

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Panchayat, varsity join hands to help elders relish lives

.Kottayam's Elikkulam Grama Panchayat is harnessing the skills, knowledge & experience of the elderly by joining hands with Mahatma Gandhi University to become the first complete U3A village. Facilitators from different parts of the State have been assigned to each unit, with a two-tier system to monitor the functioning of…

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Illegal waste dumping: Special squads in Ernakulam district lagging behind in inspections in Kerala

Ernakulam district lags behind most other Kerala districts in number of inspections conducted by special enforcement squads since March 2023. Despite two squads, 961 inspections were held, compared to 6,700 in Kozhikode, 3,015 in Alappuzha and 2,259 in Kottayam. Spot fines of ₹2.6 lakh, ₹56 lakh, ₹50.3 lakh and ₹10.9…

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Health Minister promises action to augment healthcare facilities in Kottayam

New dialysis units to soon be established in Kanjirapally and Changanassery general hospitals while the operation of the dialysis units in Kottayam and Pala General Hospitals to be expanded from two shifts to three

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Thazhathangadi boat race to begin on Saturday

As many as nine Chundan Vallom (snakeboats) will vie for top honours in the 122nd edition of the Thazhathangadi boat race on the Meenachil river in Kottayam on Saturday.

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Kerala Congress likely to stake claim for Kottayam LS seat

As the United Democratic Front (UDF) is initiating discussions on the sharing of seats for the Lok Sabha elections, the Kerala Congress led by P.J. Joseph is set to formally stake its claim for the Kottayam seat.

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Rain continues in many parts of Kerala

Relief camps open in Thiruvananthapuram, Alappuzha, Kottayam districts of Kerala due to rain; holiday declared for educational institutions in low-lying areas. IMD predicts moderate rain, thunderstorms till October 5. Search for missing person in Vamanapuram river continues. Disaster Management Authority urges extra vigil in high ranges, coastal areas. Fishing ban…

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Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan urges authorities to act tough against those involved in illegal dumping of untreated sewage

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan recommends stringent measures to check illegal dumping of sewage in Ernakulam, Kottayam and Alappuzha. District Collectors asked to step up action against violators. Door-step collection of non-biodegradable waste improved. Faecal sludge treatment plants being set up. Poverty eradication, welfare programmes and new projects for each…

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Heavy rain causes flooding, closure of schools in parts of Kerala

Heavy rain in Kerala caused flooding, leading to closure of educational institutions in Kottayam, Vaikom, Changanassery, Cherthala and Chengannur taluks. IMD issued yellow alert for Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta and Alappuzha districts. Disaster Management Authority urges people living in high ranges to be vigilant.

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Police bust drug racket fighting off a spirited canine challenge

Police raid on Kottayam house uncovers drug racket; 13 violent dogs trained to attack khaki-clad personnel found. 17.3 kg of ganja seized; accused had received professional training in dog handling from retired BSF officer. Follow-up investigation underway to identify owners of dogs and those associated with accused.

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CCA general assembly in Kottayam

The 15th general assembly of the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA) will begin in Kottayam on Thursday.

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KSINC launches second tourist vessel service on Kochi-Palaikari route

KSINC launches Cleopatra, its second tourist boat, on Kochi-Palaikari route, covering backwaters of Ernakulam, Alappuzha, and Kottayam. Boats have 100 seats, 20 of which are air-conditioned. Tour package of ₹999 includes lunch, tea, snacks, and activities like angling, boating, kayaking, and motorboat ride.

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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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Heavy showers trigger landslips in high ranges of Kottayam

The eastern high ranges of Kottayam were caught under an extreme spell of showers on Thursday, triggering widespread landslips and traffic blockades.

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Hungarian scholar to head Mar Chrysostom chair

István Perczel , a renowned scholar of Byzantine history and early Christianity, has been appointed as Mar Chrysostom chair at Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam.

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