Kerala News Today: KSU to hold state-wide educational strike across state over student's death in Pookode
By Rashmi Kuttan | First Published Mar 4, 2024, 8:13 AM ISTKerala News Highlights: KSU to hold state-wide educational strike across the state over student's death in Pookode on Tuesday.
4.30 PM: Kerala university barred from naming its arts festival 'Intifada'
Kerala University's Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Mohanan Kunnummal on Monday (Mar 04) prohibited the university's students' union from naming its arts festival 'Intifada'. This decision came after the VC received a complaint asserting that the festival name was inappropriate due to its association with the Palestine-Israel conflict. In response, the Vice-Chancellor instructed the registrar to investigate the matter and furnish a report.
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4:05 pm: KSU to hold state-wide educational strike across state over student's death in Pookode University
KSU State President Aloshious Xavier has announced a state-wide educational strike tomorrow in protest against the beating of the KSU leaders during the protest march to Pookode Veterinary University headquarters. Meanwhile, KSU Wayanad district president Gautam Gokuldas extended the ongoing hunger strike to the capital following Sidharthan's death. KSU State President Aloysius Xavier, Youth Congress State President Rahul Mankoothill and Mahila Congress State President JB Mather MP started an indefinite hunger strike in front of the Secretariat.
3:43 pm: State government gives vaccines to over 19 lakh children in one day
Health Minister Veena George stated that the state has administered the pulse polio vaccine to 19,80,415 children under the age of five on March 3. A targeted population of 2324949 children under the age of five was vaccinated against pulse polio. Over 85.18 percent of children received the polio vaccine in a single day. The minister also clarified that the babies who could not be given drops for any reason will be given drops in the coming days.
3:13 pm: UDF demands CBI inquiry over death of second-year student at Pookode Veterinary University
Thiruvananthapuram: The Congress staged a state-wide protest demanding the resignation of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, who is protecting the killers of student Sidharthan, who was found dead after a mob trial by the SFI activists at the Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Pookode in Wayanad. MM Hasan, UDF convenor declared that the party will stage torchlight protests in all panchayats on March 7. The demands include urging the High Court to appoint a sitting judge to investigate the student violence in the state's colleges, provide Rs 1 crore as compensation to Siddharth's family, and transfer the investigation to the CBI. Hasan made these statements during a press conference held at the KPCC headquarters.
2:47 pm: Senior students including SFI leaders suspended over student assault case in Kozhikode
The senior students including SFI workers suspended over assaulting a student at Koyilandy College in Kozhikode. College union chairman Abhay Krishna and SFI unit secretary Anunath were suspended as SFI members by the college authorities. The Koyilandi police registered the case against both the students.
2:20 pm: Lok Sabha Election 2024: 'He is a strong candidate...' Kerala BJP backs Anil Antony amid PC George's remarks
BJP state president K Surendran slammed PC George for his remarks against Pathanamthitta candidate Anil Antony for the upcoming Lok Sabha election on Monday (Mar 04).
Surendran said, "Let's observe the developments regarding PC. We advise using moderate language. The party is well aware of the situation. Anil Antony is widely recognized in Kerala, making him the strongest candidate poised for victory in the election. Public figures need to exercise moderation in their speech."
1:45 pm: Elephant attack death: Protest erupted over death of woman in Kothamangalam
A protest erupted at Kothamangalam over the death of a woman by an elephant attack. The protest is being led by Idukki MP Dean Kuriakos, Mathew Kuzhalnathan MLA, DCC President and others. A large police force has been stationed at the spot.
1:10 pm: Muslim Students Federation seeks judicial inquiry on death of SFI activists in Kozhikode
The Muslim Students Federation has demanded a judicial inquiry into the death of SFI activist Shahan, who died under mysterious circumstances in the swimming pool of Calicut University, and the use of drugs on the campuses. MSF state president PK Nawaz informed through a Facebook post that he has complained with the governor. PK Nawaz has alleged that the university tried to sabotage the Shahan case and that the seven persons identified by the university inquiry committee and the SFI leaders are accused in several criminal cases
12:36 pm: Elephant runs amok in Palakkad; one injured, several houses damaged
An elephant that was taken for a festival ran amok leaving one injured and destroying several houses in Pattambi of Palakkad district on Monday (Mar 04). The elephant was tamed later and subdued.
The incident took place at about 4 am, when the truck driver pulled over to get tea from a nearby shop at Thirunellai, Vadakkumuri. Somehow, the elephant managed to escape from the truck, spreading fear across the surrounding area. According to reports, the elephant attacked the local cattle and damaged a few houses and shops.
12:08 pm: Kerala man arrested for acid attack on school girl in Mangalore
The Catawba police in Mangalore arrested Abin, a native of Nilambur after he allegedly carried out an acid attack on three female students from Catawba Government College. The incident occurred in the school, leaving the victims with severe injuries. The girls were transferred to Mangaluru for specialized medical treatment.The police clarified that Abhin committed this brutal crime due to disappointment in love.
11:46 am: Advocate commits suicide due to alleged mental torture by colleagues
An advocate was found hanging in Thiruvananthapuram. He committed suicide after sending a message in a WhatsApp group saying that he was committing suicide due to the mental torture of his colleagues. Anil started practicing as a lawyer after retiring from the tourism department
11:35 am: Salary of state government employees to be credited today
Thiruvananthapuram: The finance department said that the salary distribution of government employees in the state will start today. Even on the third working day, the government employees had not received their salaries. For the first time in history, government employees had to wait for their salaries. However, amidst these efforts, the Secretariat Action Council held an indefinite hunger strike this morning, pressing for the immediate availability of salaries.
11:18 am: Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Anil Antony to meet PC George who called him unfit for Pathanamthitta seat in Kerala
P C George, who recently joined the BJP with his son Shaun George, is unhappy that the party has chosen to field Anil Antony from the Pathanamthitta seat and is upset that he was not granted a ticket to contest in the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections. George, whose Kerala Janapaksham party joined with the BJP a month before, claimed that Anil lacks the popular backing of his father and prominent Congress leader A K Antony.
10:44 am: Woman dies in elephant attack in Ernakulam
A woman died in an elephant attack in Neriamangalam this morning. She was immediately taken to the hospital however, her life could not be saved.
10:40 am: Kozhikode Medical College Hospital faces heart surgery crisis over non-payment of arrears
The Kozhikode Medical College Hospital is facing a crisis in performing heart surgeries due to outstanding dues amounting to crores of rupees. Stent suppliers have issued a warning to halt supply if dues are not settled by March 31. Recently, the association representing stent suppliers to the Kozhikode Medical College submitted a letter to the hospital's Superintendent, highlighting arrears totaling Rs 30 crores. Failure to clear these dues by the end of March will compel suppliers to suspend supply services.
10:23 am: Suresh Gopi to start election campaign at Thrissur today
After the announcement of the candidate, the BJP is preparing to accept Suresh Gopi into the campaign arena in Thrissur. Suresh Gopi, who will arrive at the railway station at 5 pm today, will be received by the activists and escorted to the Swaraj Round with a bike rally. The BJP planned to intensify its campaign with road shows in all constituencies from tomorrow. Meanwhile, the leftist candidate VNS Sunil Kumar will start the second round of campaigning after completing the first round of campaigning.
10:00 am: Kerala student death case: SFI seeks apology from family of Sidharthan; police conduct evidence collection
The Student Federation of India has apologized to the parents of Sidharthan, a second-year student who was found dead at Pookode Veterinary University. SFI State Joint Secretary Afzal said in the News Hour of Asianet News that he is apologizing to Siddharth's family. He stated that the organization admits the mistake and that introspection will be done in this matter. The SFI stated that some of the members of our party committed such an act which should not have been done, which is a major drawback of our organization
9:36 am: Man arrested for killing brother in Kasargod
A man killed his elder brother in Kasaragod this morning. The deceased was identified as Ashoka. The police have taken the accused, Balakrishnan into custody
9:05 am: Old man arrested for sexually assaulting young woman in Thiruvananthapuram.
An old man was arrested for sexually assaulting a young woman in Thiruvananthapuram. The Marayamuttam police arrested Ganapathy, a native of Neyyanttinkara. The police said that the incident related to the case happened two days ago. The police arrested the old man during the investigation conducted following the complaint. The accused was produced in court and remanded.
8:33 am: 13-year-old commits suicide after consuming poison in Idukki; probe begins
Idukki: A class 8 student who was undergoing treatment at the hospital after consuming poison died. The deceased was identified as an 8th class student of a private school in Idukki Upputhura panchayat. The relatives alleged that the student died due to mental torture and reprimand by the teachers in connection with the discovery of tobacco products in the child's possession.
8:17 am: Kerala to experience high heat wave; yellow alert in 6 districts
The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert in 6 districts in the state due to a high rise in the temperature. There is a possibility of high waves and storm surges on the Kerala coast and the south Tamil Nadu coast today.
8:06 am: Over 4 lakh students to write SSLC exam today
Kerala will conduct the SSLC exam today. Over 4 lakh students will write the exam in 2971 centers. The exam will be held from 9:30 am to 11:15 am. Minister V. Sivankutty said that necessary arrangements have been made for the smooth conduct of the examination. The minister said that all children should appear in the exam with confidence.
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