Top Kerala news developments today
The Hindu
Key news developments in Kerala on Tuesday, December 27, 2022.
Here are the important developments from Kerala to watch out for today:
1. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the latter’s official residence in New Delhi. Getting the Supreme Court’s exemption for human habitats from the proposed ecologically sensitive buffer zone within a radius of one km of protected forests tops the agenda. Mr. Vijayan might also bring up other pressing topics for discussion, including the Centre’s sanction for the Silverline semi-high-speed railway project, Central support for the State’s rubber sector and extension of GST compensation till at least 2028.
2. The Kerala State Health Department will conduct a COVID-19 mock drill today to test the preparedness of the health administration for a surge in fresh cases.
3. The water level in the Mullaperiyar dam is inching closer to the safety threshold of 142 feet. It touched 141.95 feet at 7 a.m. today.
4. Minister for General Education V. Sivankutty will open various projects in Wayanad district today.
Special educator Soumya Devadiga selected as coach for Indian team in Special Olympics Winter Games in Italy.
Gade Srinivasulu Naidu wins North Coastal Andhra Pradesh Teachers' Constituency election with overwhelming support from teachers.
Congress alleges BJP government in Madhya Pradesh plans to privatise 40% of forests, displacing tribals from their habitat.
Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi advocates renaming Indus Valley Civilization to Saraswathi Civilization, challenging historical narratives.
A study by researchers from NIMHANS, in collaboration with doctors from Australia, United Kingdom and some states in India, has found suicidal ideation and suicide attempts alarmingly high among college students across the country.
First trial run of disposing 10-tonne Union Carbide toxic waste in Pithampur begins after Supreme Court's decision.
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First trial run of disposing 10-tonne Union Carbide toxic waste in Pithampur begins after Supreme Court's decision.
Rwanda-backed M23 rebels abduct 130 patients from hospitals in eastern Congo, escalating conflict and sparking international concern.
Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi advocates renaming Indus Valley Civilization to Saraswathi Civilization, challenging historical narratives.
Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin increases financial aid for fishermen affected by Sri Lankan Navy, urges lasting solution.
Smooth SSLC exam day in Ernakulam with easy Malayalam paper, proper revision sessions, and over 32,900 students across 325 centers.
Ash Monday dissent by Catholic Nazrani Sangham against Syro-Malabar Church circular on Mass celebrations.