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Hans India
4 days ago
- Climate
- Hans India
Normal life affected as monsoon rains cause havoc in Kerala
Thiruvananthapuram: With the South West Monsoon rains coming down heavily all across Kerala, numerous places in the state were affected on Friday. The Indian Meteorological Department has announced a red alert in the three districts of Idukki, Kannur and Kasargod. An orange alert has been announced in Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode and Wayanad. Meanwhile, low lying areas in Kottayam, Alappuzha and Pathanamthitta have seen flooding and many people from these areas have been moved to relief camps. Speaking to IANS, State Fisheries Minister Saji Cherian said numerous people from his hometown in Chengannur are calling him and apprising him of the situation regarding rising waters. 'Am told by people in the know of things that if the rain waters do not come down, what was witnessed in 2018 might happen. The district authorities and the revenue department are on a high alert and are watching the situation. They have been asked to act if they feel the situation might turn worse,' said Cherian. In 11 of the 14 districts in the state, all educational institutions have been given a holiday. Since late on Thursday evening after the rains got heavy, numerous trees were uprooted and the worst affected were the railway tracks as the rising water threw train services out of gear. All the trains in the state are presently running late, while a few local trains were cancelled on Friday. Road traffic has also been thrown out of gear at numerous places following landslips and uprooting of trees. Likewise following the gusty winds across the state, electricity at many places was disrupted and numerous places in the state capital city saw power outages on Thursday. However, on Friday morning the power supply was restored in many places. Across the state power was disrupted in over five million homes on Thursday. According to rough estimates prepared by the Kerala State Electricity Board due to the heavy rains and uprooting of trees they have suffered a loss of Rs 120 crore. An 85-year-old lady who was returning home to Thirumaradi in Ernakulam district died after a tree fell on her during the storm.
The Hindu
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Penultimate volume of Sarvavijnanakosham to be released on May 28
A mammoth project launched six decades ago to create a multi-volume general encyclopaedia in Malayalam will inch closer to the finishing line when the State Institute of Encyclopaedic Publications (SIEP) releases the 19th volume on Wednesday (May 28, 2025). When the hefty first volume of the Sarvavijnanakosham was published in 1972, the series was meant to have, in all, 20 volumes featuring 30,000 titles. The 904-page 19th volume, containing close to 1,500 titles, opens with Bhooparishkaranam (Land Reforms) and concludes with Vyomagathagatham (Aviation). Minister for Cultural Affairs Saji Cherian will release the penultimate volume in Thiruvananthapuram on Wednesday. 'We hope to publish the 20th and final volume next year, after which SIEP will work on the online editions of the encyclopaedia and their updates,' SIEP director Muse Mary George told The Hindu. 'Highlights of the 19th volume include detailed pieces – arranged in the Malayalam alphabetical order – on land reforms, the Malayalam language, technological topics such as robotics, several nations and Indian States and prominent individuals,' R. Aniruddhan, the editor of the 19th volume, said. Key figures Some of the prominent individuals featured in the 19th volume include Malcolm X, Abraham Lincoln, Karl Marx, Lenin, Mao Zedong, Virginia Woolf, Bob Marley, Diego Maradona and Lionel Messi. From India, former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, historian Romila Thapar, playback legends Lata Mangeshkar, Mohammed Rafi and K.J. Yesudas, actors Mammooty and Mohanlal, and Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan find a place in this volume. The Kerala government took the decision to bring out a general encyclopaedia in Malayalam in 1961. The eminent scholar, N. Gopala Pillai, was appointed as the chief editor. The original plan was to publish it in ten volumes. Professor Gopala Pillai passed away in 1968. K.M. George took over as the chief editor in 1969. The scope of the project was subsequently expanded to 20 volumes, and the first was released in 1972. The Sarvavijnanakosham was conceived as a compendium in Malayalam that, while remaining authoritative, seeks to impart knowledge in an uncomplicated manner. Dr. George, in his preface to the first volume, observed that for democracy to be fulfilled in its true spirit, the language of the people should also become the medium of all social transactions. 'The government has given its approval for making Malayalam the medium in administration, courts and all aspects of education. But if this aim is to be achieved, there should be many more books in the language that impart knowledge,' he wrote. Theme-based works In between its work on the Sarvavijnanakosham, the SIEP has also been bringing out theme-based works such as the recent one on the historic Vaikom Satyagraha. On Wednesday, Minister Saji Cherian will release the 19th volume by presenting a copy to the singer K.G. Markose, who is also featured in this volume.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Charting the path to New Kerala: CM leads 4th anniversary celebrations in Alappuzha
Minister P Prasad inaugurated the 'Ente Keralam' Exhibition Marketing Fair at Alappuzha Beach, with minister Saji Cherian presiding. Also seen are MLAs H Salam, PP Chitharanjan, MS Arun Kumar, municipal chairperson KK Jayamma, district panchayat president KG Rajeshwari, and district collector Alex Varghese. The fourth anniversary celebrations of the Kerala state government officially commenced in Alappuzha with a district-level meeting inaugurated by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan . The event took place at the Camelot Convention Centre, Pathirappally. Addressing the gathering, the chief minister emphasised that the government is making dedicated efforts to realise the vision of Nava Kerala ( New Kerala )—a progressive and inclusive future for the state. The district-level meeting was part of the government's ongoing statewide outreach to mark four years of its current term. Around 500 representatives from various sectors participated in the session, including beneficiaries of government schemes, labour representatives, youth, students, achievers from cultural and sports fields, professionals, entrepreneurs, expatriates, and community leaders. Prominent attendees included ministers Saji Cherian (fisheries and culture), KB Ganesh Kumar (transport), MLAs PP Chitharanjan, H Salam, Daleema, Thomas K Thomas, MS Arun Kumar, U Pratibha, vice chairman of the state planning board Dr VK Ramachandran, district panchayat president KG Rajeshwari, district collector Alex Varghese, special officer Dr Sharmila Mary Joseph, ADM Asha C Abraham, and district information officer KS Sumesan. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like New Trend Lets Indians Access Benefits Up to ₹2,00,00,000 India News Learn More Undo Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated the district-level meeting at Camelot Convention Centre, Pathirappally, Alappuzha, as part of the fourth anniversary celebrations of the Left Democratic Front government. Later in the day, minister P Prasad inaugurated the Ente Keralam (My Kerala) exhibition and trade fair at Alappuzha Beach The exhibition ran from May 6 to May 12daily from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM. The event featured approximately 200 service and commercial stalls, showcasing a wide range of services and projects from state government departments. Highlights included a food festival, themed stalls, a children's play area, seminars, a dog show, a tourism exhibition, a screening of the Ente Keralam documentary by the public relations department (PRD), and an agricultural marketing fair. Cultural performances took place every evening from 7:00 PM onwards. Entry was free to the public. eente keralam programme inauguration at alappuzha minister p prasad ആലപ്പുഴ ബീച്ചിൽ നടക്കുന്ന എൻ്റെ കേരളം പ്രദർശന വിപണന മേളയിൽ ഉണ്ടായ തിരക്ക് LDF Govt 4th year celebration chief minister pinarayi vijayan @- alappuzha- The state government invited all citizens to take part in the celebrations and witness the progress and development initiatives being carried out under the Nava Kerala vision. Disclaimer - The above content is non-editorial, and TIL hereby disclaims any and all warranties, expressed or implied, relating to it, and does not guarantee, vouch for or necessarily endorse any of the content. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
The Hindu
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
CM to interact with cultural leaders at ‘Parasparam' on Monday
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will hold an interactive session with the cultural leaders and artists in an event titled 'Parasparam' here on Monday, in connection with the fourth anniversary of the second Pinarayi Vijayan government. The event will take place at the LuLu Convention Centre, Puzhakkal, Thrissur from 9 a.m.. Organised by the Department of Culture, the event is envisioned as a dialogue platform, continuing the spirit of initiatives like 'Nava Kerala Sadas' and 'Mukhamukham.' The goal of the programme is to rally State's cultural community around a shared vision of progress, creativity, and social reform, standing firm against regressive ideologies and reinforcing a humane, inclusive cultural identity. The event will be inaugurated by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, with Minister for Culture Saji Cherian presiding. Cultural Affairs Additional Chief Secretary Rajan N. Khobragade and director of Department of Culture Divya S. Iyer will address the gathering. Ministers K. Rajan and R. Bindu; Union Minister of State Suresh Gopi, MP; K. Radhakrishnan, MP; P. Balachandran, MLA; Thrissur Mayor M.K. Varghese; district panchayat president V.S. Prince; and District Collector Arjun Pandian will also attend the programme. A special highlight of the opening ceremony will be a traditional welcome dance presented by Guru Gopinath Natya Gramam. The event will also feature a cultural exhibition showcasing the vibrancy and evolution of Kerala's artistic landscape. Over 2,500 cultural activists from across Kerala's 14 districts are expected to participate in this creative exchange. The Chief Minister will directly respond to discussions and questions by the artists.
The Hindu
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Thrissur's Kairali-Sree theatres to offer word-class experience to moviegoers
The modernised Kairali-Sree theatre complex in Thrissur will be reopened on May 27. Minister for Cultural Affairs, Fisheries, and Youth Affairs Saji Cherian will inaugurate the renovated theatres. The theatre complex, functioning under the Kerala State Film Development Corporation (KSFDC), has been upgraded with cutting-edge features such as RGB laser projectors, Dolby Atmos 64-channel surround sound, 3D and silver screens, state-of-the-art seating, including couple seats, lift access, advanced fire safety systems, and a dedicated feeding room, to offer world-class cinema experience to moviegoers.
