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Another Kerala boy dies of rare brain eating amoeba: Here's all you need to know about the infection
Kerala has reported its fourth case of amoebic meningoencephalitis, a rare brain infection caused by the amoeba Naegleria fowleri, since May. A 14-year-old boy from Payyoli is currently being treated, and his condition is improving. Previous cases have resulted in the deaths of three children. Health officials urge the public to avoid unclean waterbodies and ensure proper chlorination of swimming pools. Preventive measures are crucial to stop the spread of this deadly infection.
'Brain-eating' amoeba claims life of 14-year-old in Kerala, third death in two months: Here's all you need to know
Brain-eating amoeba: A 14-year-old boy, Mridul, has died from amoebic meningoencephalitis, a rare brain infection caused by a free-living "brain-eating" amoeba found in contaminated water, at a private hospital in Kozhikode. This marks the third such case in Kerala recently, following the deaths of a five-year-old girl from Malappuram on May 21 and a 13-year-old girl from Kannur on June 25.
Unique houseboat experiences in India: From Kashmir to Kerala
Glide through the serene beauty of Kerala's backwaters, a network of interconnected canals, lakes, and rivers flowing through the lush green heart of Kerala. Cruise on a traditional houseboat, a converted rice boat with a thatched roof and comfortable living areas. Stop at small villages along the way to experience the warmth of Keralan hospitality and learn about their local way of life.
Water crisis a signal for Bengaluru to step up infra game, says ex-IIMB faculty Rajeev Gowda, contesting Bengaluru North for Congress
Gowda (60), son of former Assembly Speaker MV Venkatappa, will be facing off against BJP MP & Union MoS Shobha Karandlaje in a high-stakes battle in the 33 lakh-voters strong constituency on Friday. Entering the electoral fray for the first time, he is also the vice-chairman of the State Institute for Transformation of Karnataka (SITK), the state-own version of Niti Aayog, and has worked on metro-feeder buses in the city.
Kerala's backwater hub Kumarakom tops country-wide survey on revenue per available room
Set in the backdrop of Vembanad Lake, Kumarakom village is a popular tourist destination dotted with canals and backwaters. Its panoramic rural settings, heritage and lifestyle have set a standard for the Kerala model of globally-acclaimed Responsible Tourism (RT).
CPI(M), Congress accuse each other of creating tension over Kerala boat accident
A political row has erupted in Kerala over the search and rescue efforts to find two missing fishermen after their boat capsized. The CPI(M) in Kerala and the opposition Congress have accused each other of attempting to create tension in the area. Protests have also taken place against some Kerala Ministers which one priest claims led to the incident.
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Mumbai model accuses man of rape, pressurising her to convert
Mumbai: Versova police registered an FIR for alleged rape and other relevant offences under the Indian Penal Code and later and the case was transferred to Ranchi police as alleged incidents had taken place there, an official said. The accused has released a video in his defence, denying all allegations.
In a first, Kerala adopts Water Budget to tackle problem of summer water shortage
Kerala CM Vijayan, in his speech after inaugurating the release of the Public Water Budget and the third phase of the project 'Ini Njan Ozhukatte' (Let me flow now) for rehabilitation of irrigation networks in the Western Ghats, said that despite having 44 rivers, many backwaters, lakes, ponds, streams and good rains, many parts of the southern state had been facing water scarcity during the summers.
Riding the waves: Vijay Deverakonda takes a boat to work in Kerala backwaters
The 'Liger' actor captioned his post, "Ride to work - In Kerala."
Where to holiday in Kerala, how much it will cost you
Replete with natural and historical attractions, it offers a memorable set of experiences with its beaches and backwaters, wildlife and hill stations, cuisine and ayurveda treatments, forts and palaces, as well as pilgrim centres. So if you want a relaxed holiday, spend 10-12 days soaking in the best in this land of spices.
When water displaces natives from "sinking island" of Kerala
The island was formed through the deposition of "ekkal" (sediment) from Kallada River and constant inundation and waterlogging might have made the clay softer, causing it to lose the bearing capacity which may be the reason for the submerging of building foundations and flora, the resident said. Besides the land and houses, the livelihood options like farming are also slowly disappearing in the island.
'Vegetarian' crocodile which guarded temple for 80 years mourned in Kerala
Babia guarded the much-revered Sri Ananthapadmanabha Swamy temple in the southern state of Kerala, lurking in the surrounding lake for nearly 80 years, the temple's secretary Ramachandran Bhat said. The revered reptile was found floating lifeless in the lake early on Monday after reportedly being off its food for several days.
Babiya, 'vegetarian' crocodile of Kasaragod lake temple, dies
Babiya, a crocodile at Kerala's Sri Ananthapadmanabha Swamy temple which was said to be many decades old and "vegetarian", has died.
Watch: Rahul Gandhi takes part in snake boat race in Kerala
A video clip tweeted by ANI showed Rahul Gandhi rowing a snake boat on the Punnamada Lake in Kerala's Alappuzha district
IPL-style Champions Boat League to begin in Kerala on September 4: Tourism Minister
CBL-2, like its first edition held in 2019 on the lines of Indian Premier League in cricket, will have half of its legs in Alappuzha district, two each in Kollam and Ernakulam districts and one each in Thrissur and Kottayam districts.
Mullaperiyar issue: Tamil Nadu should not give room for talks on new dam, says AIADMK
The Mullaperiyar dam in Kerala was built across Periyar River following the Periyar lake lease agreement between Travancore and the Secretary of State for India in 1886. The lease period is 999 years.
Ashtamudi Lake, gateway to Kerala's backwaters, now a sewage dump site
The report also said that sewage from nearby residences and government establishments was the main reason for pollution of the lake and also for putting its unique wetland ecosystem under risk of permanent damage.
Will the distance between Wembley Stadium and Kolkata’s Salt Lake Stadium be bridged on the final game of Euro 2021?
Those were the days of ESPN and Star Sports being separate competitive entities. And while Star Sports had the cricket, ESPN had the Euro tournament, and then some Indian football as well. The company I had just joined, IMG TWI, were producing half-hour highlights of Calcutta League football.
Bird flu confirmed in dead migratory birds in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra, after cases reported in Raj, MP and Kerala
Bird flu is a highly infectious and severe respiratory disease in birds caused by the H5N1 influenza virus, which can occasionally infect humans as well.
Ladakh's Startsapuk Tso, Tso Kar lake complex added to list of Ramsar site
In a tweet, Union Environment Prakash Javadekar said, "Happy to share that high-altitude wetland complex in Changthang region of Ladakh is recognised as wetland of international importance. The complex is a notable example of two connected lakes, the freshwater Startsapuk Tso and the hypersaline Tso Kar. Now, India has 42 Ramsar sites."
India's first solar-powered miniature train launched at Veli Tourist Village in Kerala
The miniature rail has all the features of a fully- equipped rail system, including a tunnel, station and a ticket office. The train has three bogies that can accommodate around 45 people at a time.
Stocks in the news: Chemcon, CAMS, RIL, PVR, LVB, Dhanlaxmi Bank, SBI and ONGC
Chemcon Speciality Chemicals and Computer Age Management Services (CAMS) are set to make a debut on Dalal Street on October 1.
Indian solar ferry flies flag for cleaner, cheaper water transport
The Aditya's green credentials have attracted international attention and earned it a win last month in awards sponsored by international electric boat journal Plugboats.
SC dismisses resort's plea against HC order banning construction on Vembanad lake
A bench of Justices R F Nariman, Aniruddha Bose and V Ramasubramanian upheld an order of the high court which had in 2013 ordered demolition of resorts. The apex court held that under the 2011 notification the areas identified had to be declared as critically vulnerable coastal area (CVCA) only through a process of consultation with local fisher, etc.
Now, SC orders 7-star resort razed in Kerala
A Supreme Court bench of Justices R F Nariman, Aniruddha Bose and V Ramasubramanian, on Friday paved the way for razing of the 7-star Kapico Kerala Resorts in Vembanad Lake in neighbouring Alappuzha for violating coastal zone regulations, just a day before commencement of Maradu flats.
Kerala Tourism picks Cleartrip as its online booking partner
The Kerala Tourism Development Corporation is a public sector undertaking that conducts and regulates various tourism activities in Kerala, along with promoting it as a leading tourist destination.
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