Top Kerala News developments today
The Hindu
Key news developments in Kerala on April 19, 2022
Here are the key news developments from Kerala to watch out for today:
1. Division Bench to hear an appeal against HSD at retail rates to KSRTC
A Division Bench of the Kerala High Court will hear appeals by public sector oil marketing Companies against a single judge's interim directive to sell high-speed diesel (HSD) to Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) at the retail outlet price available to domestic consumers. The decision is likely to impact the cost of commuting using public transport in Kerala.
2. High Court verdict likely on actor Dileep's petition seeking quashing of FIR against him.
The High Court might pronounce its verdict on actor Dileep's petition seeking to quash the FIR against him in the case relating to the alleged conspiracy to murder officers who investigated the 2017 actor abduction and rape case.
3. Crime Branch to question Dileep's kin, seek more time for investigation
Crime Branch is poised to interrogate the brother and brother-in-law of Dileep in the 2017 actor assault case. Both "persons of interest" had allegedly evaded questioning last week by going incommunicado.
Telangana to introduce new clean energy policy to meet rising energy demands sustainably, aiming for 20,000 MW renewable capacity by 2030.
The girl, who was admitted to Aster CMI Hospital with alarming breathlessness and significant pallor, was diagnosed with Wegener’s Granulomatosis (now known as Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis or GPA), a rare autoimmune condition that causes spontaneous bleeding in the lungs, leading to acute respiratory failure.
Puzhal prison officials investigate fire accident that destroyed old files and cardboard boxes, possibly caused by prisoners.
ACB files case against IPS officer N. Sanjay in Andhra Pradesh. The official is accused of manipulating the tender processes for awarding contract for development and maintenance of AGNI-NOC portal, and conducting awareness meetings for SC/STs. It is alleged that the total value of properties stolen, or involved in the case is estimated at ₹1,75,86,600.
The holiday season spanning from Christmas to New Year has seen a surge in tourists visiting Mysuru with the hospitality sector announcing 100 per cent occupancy for the entire duration.
BJP leader and former MP, Prathap Simha, has backed the Mysuru City Corporation’s (MCC) proposal to name a stretch of KRS road in the city after Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.
Tourists flock to Visakhapatnam and Alluri Sitharama Raju districts for holidays, leading to full occupancy in hotels and attractions.
Umayalpuram Swaminatha Iyer's legacy in music and teachings remembered through stories and memories of his disciples and students.
Kalaburagi District Police Dog Squad bids emotional farewell to Reeta, a crucial part of operations and investigations.
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Mettur dam water level at 119.49 feet, inflow 2,711 cusecs, discharge 500 cusecs, near full capacity.