Kerala Highlights: Court accepts petition filed by Mathew Kuzhalnadan demanding an investigation against CMRL

Kerala news Highlights: Court accepts petition filed by Mathew Kuzhalnadan demanding an investigation against CMRL

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First Published Feb 29, 2024, 8:06 AM IST | Last Updated Feb 29, 2024, 4:48 PM IST

4:46 pm: Chicken prices soar over drop in production amid summer heat

Poultry prices have increased sharply in the state by more than 50 rupees per kg in a month. The reason for the sudden rise in prices is the decrease in production due to increased heat. It is customary to add potatoes to the curry if there is less chicken. The cost of chicken has risen to the point where this kind of thought is necessary. The price of chicken, which was Rs 180 a kg a month ago, has now reached Rs 240.

4:27 pm: 'Teachers including the dean should be made accused...': VD Satheesan on death of veterinary student at Pookode University

Opposition leader VD Satheesan said that the police are protecting the SFI leaders in the death of Siddharth, a student of Pookode Veterinary College, Wayanad. The police are making arrangements for the SFI leaders to get bail without arresting them. He also alleged that Siddharth was stripped naked in front of hundreds of children and beaten to death with a belt and a wire rod in an unheard-of manner.

4:03 pm: Woman commits suicide at her own shop in Chertala

A woman who runs a garment business was found hanging dead inside her shop. The incident happened in Cherthala. Raji, a native of Cherthala died. It is reported that Raji committed suicide last night due to a family dispute.

3:33 pm: Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan informs seven bills sent to President, 3 withheld

Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan on Thursday (Feb 29) informed that of the seven bills that were sent for the consideration of the President of India, three bills have been withheld and only one was given assent, the Lok Ayukta Amendment Bill, 2022. A tweet from the Raj Bhavan read, "It is informed that Hon’ble President of India has withheld assent to three Bills which Hon’ble Governor Shri Arif Mohammed Khan had referred to Rashtrapati Bhavan for consideration."

2:27 pm: Kerala Forest and Wildlife Department releases number of tigers in Wayanad; Check

Wayanad is the district with the highest number of human conflict reports in Kerala. This is the only district that shares borders with Karnataka and Tamil Nadu simultaneously. In recent years, there has been a significant rise in these conflicts, leading to accusations that the negligence of the forest department is to blame for the escalation. However, the forest department claims that the reason for the increase in conflicts these days is the arrival of animals, including elephants, from the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, which have deciduous forests in summer.

2:00 pm: Centre ignored trade unions' views while amending labour laws: Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Thursday (Feb 29) slammed the BJP-ruled Centre for not considering the views of trade unions while amending the Labour Laws. While addressing the Chief Minister's Face-to-Face programme with workers, he stated that the new labour law modifications would reverse many of the nation's labour sector's previous achievements.

1:13 pm: Court accepts petition filed by Mathew Kuzhalnadan demanding an investigation against CMRL

The court has accepted the petition filed by Mathew Kuzhalnathan demanding an investigation against the Chief Minister, his daughter Veena Vijayan and the CMRL company. Several allegations are made in the petition, including that the government connived at transporting black sand from Thotapalli to the CMRL company. The main allegation is that the Chief Minister has directly moved to help the private company before KMML, a public sector company. The petition also alleges that Veena Vijayan's company was given a monthly salary in return. Government counsel objected to the admission of the petition on file. The court accepted the petition on file and directed the director of vigilance to submit a report on 14th of next month.

12:37 pm: Skeleton found from Karyavattom campus belongs to man; more details out

The skeleton discovered within Kerala University's Thiruvananthapuram Kariyavattam campus has been identified as that of a man. Alongside the skeleton, items such as a hat, tie, and reading glasses were also recovered. Based on their findings, the police determined that the man died by hanging.

12:01 pm: 'Congress, Left not allies in Kerala...' Jairam Ramesh on CPI's Annie Raja taking on Rahul Gandhi in Wayanad

The AICC leadership has hinted that Congress MP Rahul Gandhi will contest in Wayanad itself for the upcoming Lok Sabha election. Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh said that Rahul's contesting in Kerala will not be a hindrance to the INDI Alliance and that the fight is between the left and right fronts in Kerala. The Congress's assertion came after Annie Raja, wife of CPI general secretary D Raja, was nominated to contest from the pivotal Wayanad constituency, a seat presently held by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.

11:29 am: Wife who sought treatment after husband pours petrol dies in Thiruvananthapuram

Thiruvananthapuram: A woman died after her husband tried to kill his wife by pouring kerosene on her while she was sleeping in Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram. Ashokan killed Leela (45), a native of Varkala. The incident happened on February 26. Leela, who suffered 70 percent burns, was in critical condition in the hospital died this morning.

11:10 am: Pookode University death case: Main accused arrested

The main accused was arrested in connection with the death of Siddharth, a second-year student of Pookode Veterinary University this morning. A second-year Bachelor of Veterinary Science student, Siddharth of Pookode Veterinary University was found dead inside the college hostel on February 18.

10:58 am: Human skeleton exhumed from Karyavattom campus; probe begins

The human skeleton found inside the Thiruvananthapuram Kariyavattam campus of Kerala University has been exhumed. After a long preparation, the police and fire rescue personnel got down inside the old water tank which was 20 feet deep and took out the skeleton. Read more

10:36 am: Big win for state government as President Murmu approves Lokayukta Act Amendment Bill

In a major win for the Kerala government, President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday (Feb 28) approved the Kerala Lokayukta Act Amendment Bill. Governor Arif Mohammed Khan had sent the bill for the President's assent. The development comes amid the ongoing tussle between the Governor and the state government. In August 2022, the Assembly approved the Lokayukta Amendment Bill. The Lokayukta's binding authority is reduced by the modification. Citing the amendment's unconstitutionality, the governor delayed signing the bill.

10:15 am: Human skeleton found inside water tank at Karyavattom campus in Thiruvanathapuram

A human skeleton was found inside the Kerala University Karyavattom campus in Thiruvananthapuram on Wednesday( Feb 29). The skeleton was found inside an old water tank attached to the campus botany department.

9:40 am: Rabies confirmed in stray do that attacked 8 people in Kozhikode

The stray dog that bit eight individuals, including a school student, in Koodaranji yesterday has been confirmed to be infected with rabies. The post-mortem report conducted at Wayanad Pookode Veterinary University revealed this information. The stray dog that attacked was found dead behind a building near Koodaranji town yesterday evening.

9:16 am: Big win for state government as President Murmu approves Lokayukta Act Amendment Bill

9:00 am: 6 people arrested in connection death of veterinary student in Pookode University

The police have arrested 6 people in connection with the death of Siddharth, a second-year student of Pookode Veterinary University. A second-year Bachelor of Veterinary Science student, Siddharth of Pookode Veterinary University was found dead inside the college hostel on February 18. The police have confirmed the arrest of six individuals following thorough interrogation, revealing their involvement in the incident. These arrested individuals are among those who participated in the mob trial, as stated by the police. The police said that the six arrested accused have also been charged with incitement to suicide and the Prevention of Ragging Act.

8:44 am: Mother arrested for killing newborn child in Malappuram

A mother was arrested for killing and later buried her newborn child in Malappuram. Jumailath (29) was arrested by the police for killing the child. The incident took place three days ago. The woman gave birth to a baby at Kozhikode Medical College on February 26. Then she came to her house in Tanur with the baby and later killed the child. The reason behind the murder is not yet clear. The police have started an investigation into the incident.

8:29 am: Pastor arrested for sexually abusing housemaid in Alappuzha

A pastor was arrested for molesting a young woman who came to work at home in Mavelikkara. Saji Abhraham, a native of Punalur was arrested by Mavelikkara police. The incident related to this took place on December 14.

8:03 am: Lok Sabha Election 2024: Final list of NDA candidates to be held today in Delhi

The NDA is set to finalize its first list of candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections today. The announcement will be held tomorrow. The final decision on candidates will be made at a meeting of the central election committee held at the BJP headquarters in Delhi this evening. It is reported that candidates will be announced in 8 seats including 6 plus constituencies in Kerala. BJP state president K Surendran and BDJS president Thushar Vellappally will reach Delhi today

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