Kerala

Kerala’s Waste Management Crisis

February 25, 2025

Recent reports highlight Kerala’s unsustainable waste management practices. The state has been offloading non-biodegradable waste to neighbouring states, primarily Tamil Nadu. This approach is seen as a temporary solution that shifts the burden rather than addressing the root causes. The ..

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nPROUD Initiative

February 20, 2025

Recently, Kerala initiated the nPROUD (New Programme for Removal of Unused Drugs) to address the environmental and health hazards posed by expired and unused medicines. This pioneering government-led initiative aims to create a systematic approach to collect and dispose of ..

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Kerala’s Karunya Arogya Suraksha Padhathi

February 17, 2025

The Kerala government has made strides in health care with the Karunya Arogya Suraksha Padhathi (KASAP). This integrated health protection scheme aims to provide comprehensive coverage for the state’s most vulnerable populations. With an additional allocation of Rs 300 crore, ..

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Kerala’s ₹529 Crore Loan for Landslide Rehabilitation

February 15, 2025

The Government of India has approved a ₹529 crore interest-free loan for the rehabilitation of landslide-affected areas in Wayanad, Kerala. This decision follows devastating landslides in July 2024, which resulted in over 300 fatalities and destruction of infrastructure. The loan ..

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Kerala Health System Improvement Programme

February 6, 2025

The Kerala government has recently approved the Kerala Health System Improvement Programme, supported by a Rs 2,424.28 crore loan from the World Bank. This initiative aims to elevate healthcare standards across the state. It addresses pressing issues such as non-communicable ..

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Brucellosis Reported in Kerala

February 5, 2025

Brucellosis is a bacterial disease caused by Brucella species. It primarily affects livestock but can also infect humans. Recently, the death of an eight-year-old girl in Kerala brought into light the risks associated with this infection. Brucellosis is often contracted ..

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Kerala’s Comprehensive Plan to Improve Public School Education

January 22, 2025

Recently, Kerala’s government launched a comprehensive education plan aimed at enhancing public school quality. This initiative follows meeting chaired by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, focusing on accountability and timely execution of educational improvements. The plan identifies eight key areas for ..

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Two Rare Neuroptera Species Discovered in Kerala

January 9, 2025

Recent research in Kerala has revealed two rare species belonging to the Order Neuroptera. The Shadpada Entomology Research Lab (SERL) at Christ College has documented these findings, which include Glenochrysa zeylanica and Indophanes barbara. The rediscovery of Glenochrysa zeylanica marks ..

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Kerala Forest Act Amendment Sparks Controversy

January 6, 2025

The Kerala government has introduced a Bill to amend the Kerala Forest Act of 1961. This Bill is set to be debated in the upcoming session of the state Assembly. Farmer organisations have expressed concerns regarding the proposed amendments. They ..

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Ashraya: New Farmer Service Centres Launched in Kerala

December 3, 2024

The Agriculture Department has introduced ‘Ashraya’ farmer service centres, which aim to provide digital services to farmers across the Kerala. They are an extension of the recently launched ‘Kathir’ app (short for ‘Kerala Agriculture Technology Hub and Information Repository’), which ..

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