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Doctor dies in freak accident in Kozhikode

Tragic death of M. Sujatha, 54, in a freak accident at Kozhikode railway station while trying to board Ernakulam-Kannur Intercity Express. RPF personnel had advised her against boarding. Injuries sustained proved fatal.

The Hindu · Dec 8, 2023

Kozhikode city sub-district set to bag trophy at district school arts festival

Kozhikode city sub-district won overall championship at Kozhikode Revenue District School Arts Festival. Silver Hills Higher Secondary School from Chevayur sub-district scored most points (312). Nadapuram sub-district won UP and high school categories in Arabic Kalolsavam, while Meladi sub-district won UP and Balussery sub-district won high school category in Sanskritolsavam.…

The Hindu · Dec 8, 2023

Kerala to host international sports summit in Thiruvananthapuram in January

Kerala Govt. to host 'Int'l Sports Summit Kerala' to revive State's sports glory. 2000 investors & dignitaries from 25 countries & 18 States to attend. Govt. aims to attract Rs. 500cr investment & build FIFA-approved stadiums in Kozhikode & Malappuram. Sports Minister assured help to KCA's cricket stadium project.

The Hindu · Dec 8, 2023

Landowners fall victim to illegal land conversion offers from agents in Kozhikode

Private agents offering services to convert filled wetlands and paddy fields into ‘garden land’ in Kozhikode district, posing threat to remaining patches. Landowners falling victim to such offers, agents displaying banners with contact numbers. Environmental activists allege suspicious activities with help of govt. officials. Filling works done secretly to avoid…

The Hindu · Dec 3, 2023

Punargeham rehabilitation scheme yet to make progress

Families in Kozhikode struggle to get funds for Punargeham scheme, despite committees formed to facilitate it. 125 beneficiaries await release of ₹10 lakh to purchase land and build 600-sqft houses. Poor cooperation due to lack of funds, while registration of land postponed. Protests over scheme's potential to displace fishers living…

The Hindu · Dec 2, 2023

Minister asks CAs to develop digital skills to be future-ready

Union Minister of State for Electronics and IT Rajeev Chandrasekhar addressed CA students at 'Satsang 2023', a mega conference in Kozhikode. He said new India offers most enabling environment for growth and success, and entrepreneurs can easily get funding for start-ups. He advised students to nurture digital skills to make…

The Hindu · Dec 2, 2023

A ballad, temple, and ‘Thira’ for a tiger hunter

Rayarappan Nambiar, a tiger hunter from Kozhikode, is remembered centuries after his death through ballads, temple, and 'Thira' ritualistic art form. Thousands flock to these performances, a testament to hero worship in the folklore heartland. N.K. Ramesh's book traces the history of tiger hunting and hero worship in the region.…

The Hindu · Dec 2, 2023

Environmental scientist P.A. Ramachandran passes away

Prominent environmental scientist, engineer and writer P.A. Ramachandran passed away in Kerala. He had made significant contributions to environmental planning and protection. He had handled major roles in various State and Central govt. institutions. He designed and constructed industrial effluent treatment plants for the Ganga Action Plan. He was appointed…

The Hindu · Dec 2, 2023

Top Kerala News developments today

Top Kerala News developments today, December 2, 2023

The Hindu · Dec 2, 2023

Unauthorised fund collection: action sought against headmistress

The Dept. of Gen. Education has directed St. Francis English Medium School in Kozhikode to take action against head Mistress C. Rosili for allegedly collecting money from students for an arts festival. The inquiry was conducted on orders of Education Minister V. Sivankutty, who warned of strict action against schools…

The Hindu · Dec 1, 2023