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Noted Malayalam film producer P.V. Gangadharan passes away

P.V. Gangadharan, noted Malayalam film producer and director of Mathrubhumi group, passed away in Kozhikode on Oct 13. He was 80 and had been hospitalised due to age-related ailments. He was active in cinema, politics and business. Through his Grihalakshmi productions, he made several historic movies, some of which won…

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Environmental activist T. Shobheendran passes away in Kozhikode

Noted environmental activist T. Shobheendran, who inspired many with his passion for social forestry, passed away due to cardiac arrest. He initiated unique programmes to improve tree planting & conservation, & was part of various green movements & campaigns. He was a one-man army for his mission to "save earth"…

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Heavy rain lashes several parts of Kerala; orange alert in 3 districts

Heavy rain in Kerala: IMD issues orange alert in 3 districts, yellow alert in 7. Orange alert for Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta; yellow alert in Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur. Rainfall of 6-20 cm, thunderstorm, gusty winds.

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Modelling contest for college students

Go Design modelling training centre in Kozhikode is organising 'Campus King and Queen' modelling competition for college students across the State. Transwoman model Riya Isha is leading the talent hunt. Winners will get ₹2 lakh prize money and a modelling opportunity. Auditions in Kozhikode on Oct 14, fashion show on…

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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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Master plan for Kozhikode mental health centre awaits government nod

Kozhikode's Govt Mental Health Centre to get ₹400-cr makeover. Plan submitted to State govt, 1st phase to cost ₹100 cr. To include admin block, paediatric psychiatry, family ward, canteen, toilet block, classrooms, auditorium. 2 yrs for completion, sewage treatment in 2nd phase. Trust formed in 2016, DPR by Mukesh Associates.…

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Reason behind Kozhikode MCF fire yet to be ascertained

Forensic experts yet to determine cause of fire at West Hill MCF in Kozhikode; Vellayil police investigating based on complaint filed by Corporation Secretary; Fire Dept. rules out short circuit, combustion as cause; Fire Officer suggests need for scientific inquiry. #Kozhikode #Fire #Forensic #WestHillMCF #VellayilPolice #FireDept #FireOfficer

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LJD reiterates demand for Cabinet berth in LDF govt. in Kerala

LJD reiterates demand for ministerial berth in Kerala LDF govt; merger with RJD to be held in Kozhikode on Oct 12. LJD has one MLA, K.P. Mohanan, in Assembly. Tejashwi Yadav discussed merger proposal with Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan on May 28. LJD leader says no lack of clarity on…

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Ambulances flagged off in Kozhikode

MP Raghavan, with Collector Geetha, flagged off 6 ambulances from Kozhikode Collectorate, purchased using MP's local area development fund. These ambulances were given to Mavoor & Omassery GPs, Family Health Centres at Ramanattukara, Unnikulam & Chelannur, and Primary Health Centre at Koorachundu. This is the 2nd batch of ambulances distributed…

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Cyber police launch probe into cryptocurrency fraud after Kozhikode businessman loses ₹2.85 crore

Kozhikode police investigate ₹2.85 crore cryptocurrency fraud. Businessman cheated after responding to Instagram promotional campaigns. Biggest financial fraud reported in district. Police investigate source of Instagram messages & track operators.

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The buzz around proposal for Kerala’s first Tiger Safari Park at Chakkittapara in Kozhikode | Explained

Kerala government set to take decision to set up Tiger Safari Park at Chakkittapara in Kozhikode in northern Kerala to boost tourism. Opposed by upland farmers and action councils. 8-member panel constituted to finalise project area. 40 hectares of land in Perambra Estate to shelter 6 tigers. Forest Minister to…

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Isolation period of those on Nipah contact list over: Health Minister Veena George

Kozhikode Health Minister Veena George confirms isolation period of all contacts of Nipah-infected persons is over. 1,288 people on contact list, 1,180 samples tested. Mortality rate brought down to 33%. Team work of Health dept. praised. Nipah control room activities to continue till Oct. 26.

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Food safety squads inspect 363 shops in Kozhikode

Food Safety dept. inspects 363 shops in Kozhikode; 33 closed for selling food without licence. 12 squads cover 97 schools, 14 shops served notices, 13 fined for violations. Samples of juices & zip-up products collected for further inspection. Sale of junk food near schools illegal under Food Safety & Standard…

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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…

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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…

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African swine fever reported in Kozhikode

Kozhikode reports African swine fever, a highly contagious viral disease, for the first time. No pig farms in the affected area, so Animal Husbandry and Wildlife Depts. plan to train pig farm owners in 10-km radius. No threat to humans, but no vaccines or treatments. Training session in Kozhikode on…

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Cyber squad takes down illegal loan apps from Google Play store

Kerala Police Cyber wing takes down 70+ illegal money lending apps used to steal personal data & blackmail borrowers. Hundreds of people cheated using quick loans & job opportunities. 300+ people in Kozhikode district alone have sought help to recover lost money.

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94% of garbage ‘hotspots’ in Kerala cleared

6,055 garbage 'hotspots' identified in Kerala since March 2023; 5,715 cleared by September-end. 2,888 on vacant lands, 2,683 along roads, 484 along water bodies; 94.3% cleared by local bodies to make State garbage-free by 2025. Ernakulam (812), Kozhikode (625), Thiruvananthapuram (564) had highest spots; Wayanad (63) lowest. Fines imposed, CCTV…

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Nipah research centre under One Health in Kozhikode

Kozhikode to set up Nipah research centre under One Health programme. Preliminary discussions underway. Centre to study source of infection, spillover mechanism from fruit-eating bats. Recurring Nipah episodes in 2018, 2021, 2023.

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Not officially informed about merger with LJD, says RJD Kerala unit

RJD Kerala State committee yet to receive official communication from national leadership on proposed merger with LJD. State president John John announced after meeting. 7-member team met national leaders in Patna, no decision taken yet. RJD to remain alliance partner of UDF, LJD attempting to strike bargain with LDF. Merger…

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For this amputee doctor, the glass is always half-full

Nagaland native lost a foot while trying to board a train in his early teens. Undeterred, he passed the All India Pre-Medical Test and did his MBBS and MS from two govt. medical colleges in Kerala, inspiring many in the process.

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Kozhikode train arson case was a jihadi act, says NIA in its chargesheet

Accused Sharukh Saifi charged for terror act in Kozhikode train arson case. He allegedly poured inflammable liquid on passengers, killing 3 and injuring 9. He self-radicalised through online material and followed radical Islamic preachers.

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Nipah virus: Four infected patients in Kozhikode district of Kerala have recovered, says Health Minister

Kerala Health Minister Veena George announced that four people, including a 9-year-old, who were under treatment for Nipah in Kozhikode, have recovered after testing "double negative". Of the six infected, two died, incl. the index case. Kerala government withdrew containment and restrictions in Kozhikode district, urging people to remain vigilant.

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Kozhikode Govt. Cyberpark on expansion mode

Kozhikode Govt Cyberpark leases land for long-term use by IT, ITeS, investors & developers. New facilities, IT building & football turf being constructed. 85 companies, 2,100 employees & ₹105 crore exports generated in FY.

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216 people removed from contact list of Nipah-infected persons

As many as 216 people have been removed from the contact list of Nipah-infected persons in Kozhikode.

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