Top Kerala News developments today
The Hindu
Key news developments in Kerala on Dec 26, Monday
Here are the important developments from Kerala to watch out for today:
1. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan seeks appointment with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss Kerala’s demand to exempt human habitat and farmlands from the buffer zone regulations. Other issues including the Centre’s approval for the Silverline project are also likely to figure in the talks.
2. Agriculture Minister P. Prasad writes to Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal seeking an increase in the rubber production incentive from ₹170 to ₹250 and the framing of a natural rubber policy to safeguard the interests of small and medium farmers
3. People from districts in North Kerala flow to Beypore to witness the second edition of the Beypore Water Fest. Water sporting events, kite festival and naval ships serve as the greatest attractions.
4. Huge turnout for the flower show and cultural events organised as part of the Xmas- New Year celebrations in Thiruvananthapuram.
Ranya Rao, caught smuggling gold at Kempegowda International Airport, claimed innocence, but agencies suspect syndicate involvement.
World Sleep Day: More than 26% of professionals said they are getting less than six hours of sleep in the night, a problem even more pronounced among entrepreneurs.
Samuel Browne's botanical explorations in 17th-century Madras offer insights into traditional plant uses and changing flora over time.
CPS Abolition Movement protests in Dindigul urging State government to implement old pension scheme promised by DMK.
Union Finance Minister criticizes removal of Indian currency symbol '₹' in Tamil Nadu Budget 2025-26 documents, citing national unity concerns.
State government provides ₹100 crore to KMRL for Kakkanad extension, speeding up construction and addressing funding issues.
ED joins probe into gold smuggling case involving Kannada actor Ranya Rao, raids multiple locations in Bengaluru.
Bombay High Court questions Maharashtra government on failure to register FIR against police officers in custodial death case.
Uttar Pradesh Minister Sanjay Nishad faces backlash for suggesting those who have issues with Holi colours should leave the country.
Tamil Nadu sees improved Olive Ridley turtle nesting season with over 2.5 lakh eggs collected, efforts to protect marine life.
Speeding bus crash on Paramakudi-Madurai highway kills woman, injures 23; driver flees scene, causing critical injuries.
Transport Minister flags off private and KSRTC buses from Goshree islands to Kochi city, improving public transportation.
TSPSC clarifies Group-I Mains exam evaluation process, releases key statistics, and addresses misinformation, ensuring fairness and transparency.