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Woman killed in Idukki landslide as heavy rain triggers floods across central Kerala

A woman died in Idukki after a landslide destroyed her home on Saturday as heavy rains caused floods and fresh landslides across central Kerala. Several people are feared trapped under debris in Kottayam district. Rescue operations are underway in affected areas of both districts. Authorities have issued alerts for continued…

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Why Bee Populations Face Extinction: The Decline, the Pesticides, and the Food We Stand to Lose

The Scale of What Is Already GoneA single honeybee colony can contain up to 80,000 workers. In the United States alone, beekeepers lost an estimated 45.5% of managed honeybee colonies in 2022 to 23, according to the Bee Informed Partnership, one of the highest annual losses on record. Europe has…

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Who owns your hospitals? Private equity’s growing grip on Kerala’s healthcare

When Chazhikattu Hospital was set up in Thodupuzha municipality in Idukki district in 1933, health facilities were rare in the area. What began as a nursing home under Dr CK Stephen grew over the years into a reputed private hospital run by his family. The family’s establishment survived for 91…

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Kerala: Bus falls into ditch in Idukki; Four dead, several injured

A bus full of passengers fell into a ditch in Pullupara area of Idukki district killing four and injuring several others. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Health officials warn against serious diseases caused by mosquitoes: How to remain safe

The recent surge in deaths due to vector-borne diseases like West Nile and Dengue in Idukki has alarmed health officials and the public. With the monsoon season not so far away, the district's health department has called for increased vigilance and precautionary measures. Here is all you need to know…

The Times of India

Moderate to light rainfall expected across Kerala; cyclone brewing in Bay of Bengal

The Kerala Disaster Management Authority has issued a forecast for moderate rainfall in the districts of Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, and Malappuram on Friday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam and Idukki on red alert for extremely heavy rainfall till May 21

IMD issues red alert for Kerala districts due to extremely heavy rainfall, KSDMA warns of flash floods and waterlogging.

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Restrictions on tourism activities in Idukki in view of red alert

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Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki on red alert for extremely heavy rainfall on May 19 and 20

IMD warns of extremely heavy rainfall in Kerala districts, with red alerts for Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, and Idukki.

The Hindu

Centre must revise parameters for State to declare Idukki drought-hit, says Prasad

Union government parameters hinder Idukki drought declaration; State seeks revision for aid, citing unprecedented heatwave impact on cardamom sector.

The Hindu

Heavy rainfall likely over Kerala till May 19

Weather forecasts predict heavy rainfall in Kerala districts, with Ernakulam, Pathanamthitta, and Idukki on yellow alert for Thursday.

The Hindu

Ministers to visit drought-hit cardamom plantations in Idukki

Agricultural and Water Resources Ministers to visit drought-hit cardamom plantations in Idukki, assessing damage and discussing relief measures.

The Hindu

‘Mary Jackhammer’, known for her prowess in operating heavy equipment, dead

Mary Jackhammer, the fearless woman who operated heavy equipment during the construction of Moolamattom powerhouse in Idukki, passes away at 90.

The Hindu

Idukki witnessing rise in tourist inflow after introduction of e-pass by Tamil Nadu

Tourist influx surges in Munnar and Wagamon due to e-pass regulations, leading to record visitor numbers and traffic congestion.

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Rise in tourist vehicle accidents in Idukki; safety warnings issued by MVD

Idukki witnessed over 20 accidents in two months, with six lives lost and over 30 tourists injured.

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Farmers in Idukki lose the spice of livelihood

Cardamom farmers in Idukki face severe drought, leading to crop failure and financial distress, with production expected to plummet.

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Summer rain damages houses, crops in Idukki

Heavy rain and wind in Thodupuzha taluk caused widespread damage to crops and houses, prompting officials to assess losses.

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Chinnakkanal land deals: VACB files FIR against Kuzhalnadan

VACB Idukki files FIR against Congress legislator Mathew Kuzhalnadan for financial irregularities in land deals near Munnar.

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Three youths illegally enter cantilever glass bridge at Wagamon

Illegal entry by three youths at Wagamon's cantilever glass bridge in Idukki prompts complaint and security measures by DTPC.

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Project to revive traditional tuber crop farming among tribes

Reviving traditional tuber crop farming among tribal communities in Idukki through the Narum Nooru project for income and food security.

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Three, including woman and daughter, killed in accident in Kerala’s Idukki

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Special medical camp held at Edamalakkudy

Specialized medical camp, Sneha Hastham, organized by Forest department in Edamalakkudy, Idukki for tribal communities.

The Hindu

In Idukki, voter turnout down from 76% in 2019 to 66% this year

The turnout this year is nearly 10 percentage points lower compared to the figure from the previous Parliamentary elections in 2019. The polling recorded in 2019 was 76.36 percent.

The Hindu

Grand finale to electioneering in Idukki

Idukki Lok Sabha constituency sees grand finale of poll campaigns with vibrant roadshows and rallies in Kattappana and Thodupuzha.

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15,534 pilgrims visit Mangaladevi temple inside PTR

Idukki's Mangaladevi Temple festival attracts 15,534 pilgrims with tight security and traditional pujas in Tamil and Malayalam.

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