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Jan 4, 2025 | 
thesouthfirst.com | Dileep V Kumar
Kerala emerged as the most flood-prone state and Andhra Pradesh has the highest probability of heatwave and cyclone hazards.
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Oct 15, 2024 | 
thewire.in | Dileep V Kumar
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Sep 14, 2024 | 
thesouthfirst.com | Dileep V Kumar
A 23-year-old student died of a suspected Nipah infection in a private hospital at Perinthalmanna in Kerala’s Malappuram district, sparking fears of yet another outbreak of the deadly disease. The student, studying in Bengaluru, returned to his Wandoor home after developing jaundice-like symptoms. He received treatment in the private hospital for about a week before his death on 9 September. Preliminary tests conducted at a facility in Kozhikode pointed to a possible Nipah virus infection.
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Sep 14, 2024 | 
thesouthfirst.com | Dileep V Kumar
The BJP-led Union Government has once again found itself embroiled in a controversy over an arbitrary change of name. This time, the target is Port Blair, the capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands (ANI). Announcing that Port Blair would now be known as Sri Vijaya Puram on Friday, 13 September, Home Minister Amit Shah said the move was “to free the nation from colonial imprints”. However, not all were happy with the change of name.
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Sep 13, 2024 | 
thesouthfirst.com | Dileep V Kumar
On Thiruvonam day, which falls on September 15 this year, these stunning ceremonial bows will once again be laid at the feet of Lord Vishnu.
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Sep 13, 2024 | 
thesouthfirst.com | Dileep V Kumar
As Onam, Kerala’s harvest festival, draws near, lovers of the arts can feast on the tradition of the Onavillu, the ritualistic bow offering at the sacred Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram. Onavillu, also known as Pallivillu, is a ceremonial bow, adorned with exquisite miniature paintings. Each bow is intricately designed, embodying centuries of heritage and craftsmanship passed down across generations.
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Sep 12, 2024 | 
thesouthfirst.com | Dileep V Kumar
In a crucial bid to address the growing fiscal imbalances between the Union and states, Kerala on Thursday, 12 September hosted a high-profile conclave involving finance ministers, secretaries, and renowned economists from Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Telangana, and Punjab.
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Sep 12, 2024 | 
thesouthfirst.com | Dileep V Kumar
In a high-stakes gathering held in Kerala’a capital city Thiruvananthapuram on Thursday, finance ministers and representatives from four states came together to address growing concerns over the imbalance in fiscal resource distribution by the central government. The conclave, hosted by Kerala, demanded a more equitable approach to federalism, emphasising the urgent need for a recalibration of the fiscal relationship between the Union and the states.
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Sep 12, 2024 | 
thesouthfirst.com | Dileep V Kumar
In a significant development, Kerala Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) (Law and Order) Ajith Kumar IPS appeared before Director General of Police (DGP) Sheikh Darvesh Saheb IPS at the state police headquarters on Thursday, 12 September, to record his statement in connection with the allegations raised by Nilambur MLA PV Anvar. The ADGP met the DGP at around 10 am on Thursday and recorded his statement.
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Sep 9, 2024 | 
thesouthfirst.com | Dileep V Kumar
Fishing boats skimming over the tranquil waters leading to the Muthalapozhi estuary with coconut palms nodding their heads in farewell present a mesmerising picture. As the fishermen navigate the brackish waters shimmering in the glistening sun, their family members immerse themselves in prayers, for they know their dear ones are heading to the mouth of death. The Muthalapozhi inlet in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala’s capital, is a particularly dangerous stretch.
