Kerala

A Maoist poster in Kannur's Ayankkunnu stated that a member of their gang named Kavitha was killed in an encounter that broke out between the Thunderbolt and the Maoists in November. They have also vowed to avenge her death.

Kerala: The Animal Husbandry Department issued guidelines for parading elephants for temple festivals.The norms say that no elephant should be paraded for more than six hours continuously.

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Allegations at NIMHANS involve employees in the illicit sale of patient biopsy samples, prompting an investigation. Discrepancies in sample records sparked concerns, leading to an FIR and formal complaint to police. This incident raises integrity concerns within the renowned medical institution in Bengaluru, necessitating a thorough probe into the breach of trust.

The holy grounds of Sabarimala have become a battleground for devotees, particularly those hailing from Karnataka, as they endure severe hardships, including a lack of drinking water, food, and even basic toilet facilities. The dismal conditions have ignited a wave of outrage, prompting Kannadigas to slam Kerala government for its alleged failure to provide essential amenities to the devotees undertaking the sacred pilgrimage.

A child's family has alleged medical negligence against Kozhikode Medical College following a post-surgery. It is reported that the child's finger nerves were damaged after the surgery.

Rising COVID-19 cases, notably the JN.1 variant, concern India with 63 cases across states. Karnataka, Maharashtra, Goa, and Kerala report cases. Karnataka's surge sees over 100 cases, while Kerala remains a hotspot. Experts note milder symptoms but stress precautionary measures during New Year's celebrations and increased travel.

The Kerala government has allegedly not paid the funds to Keltron for the installation of AI Cameras across the state. The Keltron claims they never received the first installment.

The detection process involved rigorous whole-genome sequencing of samples, with 62 samples examined in November and an additional 253 in December. This effort aimed to identify and track the spread of the JN.1 variant.

South India has some lovely hill stations that are popular New Year's Eve getaways. Here are seven hill locations in South India where you may ring in the New Year among breathtaking scenery.