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“Art Speaks” began with lamp lighting by Manipuri exponent guru Padmashree Darshana Jhaveri, Doordarshan assistant director Shailesh Shrivastav, social-cultural activist Prakash Paddikal, advocate poet Chitra Desai and Bharatanatyam exponent Deepak Majumdar.

On the dance floor with memories of Atal Behari Vajpayee

‘Art Speaks’ was dedicated to the flood victims of Kerala along with a tribute to former Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee.

29 Nov 2018 12:59 AM

The shrine, nestled in the sprawling Periyar Tiger Reserve in the Western Ghats, was witness to frenzied devotees protesting against the entry of young women in the menstrual age when it was opened in October and early this month for monthly pujas. (Photo: PTI | File)

Devotees wary of facilities with 6 days left for Sabarimala pilgrimage

This is going to be the first 'Mandala Makkarvillakku' season after the massive destruction caused by the August floods.

12 Nov 2018 3:09 PM

Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

India’s autonomy curbed by the Centre

India refused to accept offers of help from the UAE for the massive floods in Kerala.

21 Oct 2018 4:55 AM

Kerala had suffered huge damages in the torrential rains that lashed the state in August last, claiming 493 lives and leaving a trail of destruction. (Photo: File | PTI)

Haryana Police donate one day's salary, collect Rs 2.5 crore for Kerala flood victims

All officers and ranks of the Haryana Police had contributed their one day's salary towards the cause.

18 Oct 2018 4:46 PM

After declaration of the Kerala floods as calamity of severe nature by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Minister of Statistics Program Implementation, DV Sadananda Gowda, issued an appeal to all MPs on August 24, 2018 to contribute from their MPLADS fund for rehabilitation works in affected areas of Kerala. (Photo: File | PTI)

102 lawmakers contributed Rs 43.67 Cr for rehabilitation in flood-affected Kerala

The lawmakers contributed from their Member of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme fund for rehabilitation works in Kerala.

12 Oct 2018 1:49 PM

CM Vijayan briefed Singh about the prevailing situation in Kerala and the steps taken by his government to bring back normalcy in the state. (Photo: File)

Flood-hit Kerala still awaits relief funds, CM requests Rajnath to expedite release

At least 488 people have died in Kerala due to the rains and floods this monsoon, which hit 14 districts of the state.

26 Sep 2018 4:53 PM

The Kochi-based IT hub Infopark had adopted the Chekutty dolls movement to support its sales. (Photo: File)

Chekutty dolls made of soiled sarees revive dreams of flood-hit Kerala weavers

Demands are pouring in from across globe for these dolls, conceptualised and designed by 2 social entrepreneurs to help weavers raise funds.

23 Sep 2018 3:45 PM

The Chief Minister, who had left for the US for medical treatment at Mayo Clinic on September 2, is expected to be back in Kerala on September 24. (Photo: Twitter | @CMOKerala)

Kerala CM reaches out to Malyalees in US, appeals for funds to rebuild state

Vijayan made the appeal at his first public function in New York early Friday after completion of his medical treatment.

21 Sep 2018 7:27 PM

At least 488 people have died in Kerala due to the rains and flood this monsoon, which hit 14 districts of the state. (Photo: File | AP)

Kerala seeks Rs 4,700 Cr as compensation from Centre for flood damage

Kerala govt has sent a memorandum to Home Ministry giving details about loss of human life, properties, infrastructure and crops.

13 Sep 2018 6:36 PM

Kerala CM earlier demanded Rs 2,000 crore on an immediate-basis from the Centre, while pegging losses at around Rs 20,000 crore. (Photo: File)

Use gold from prominent Kerala temples to rebuild flood-hit state: BJP MP

The North West Delhi MP has urged the public to make this demand.

13 Sep 2018 8:12 AM

The UN Secretary General referred to the Kerala floods, among other natural disasters across the world, to highlight the urgency of the climate crisis and the need to step up efforts to reverse course on climate change. (Photo: File)

Citing Kerala floods, UN chief says climate change nearing point of no return

In his message, Guterres highlighted the huge economic costs of climate change and the opportunities presented by climate action.

11 Sep 2018 11:11 AM

The ongoing depreciation in rupee and high oil prices will help in the rebuilding efforts in flood-hit Kerala as remittances by the diaspora are going up, South-based lender Federal Bank said. (Photo: PTI)

'Weak Rupee, high oil prices to aid flood-hit Kerala as remittances go up'

The bank feels reverses in its asset quality may reflect in the December.

09 Sep 2018 12:23 PM

A daring rescue

Commander Vijay Verma was the man behind the selfless rescue of the pregnant lady who was marooned during the Kerala floods.

09 Sep 2018 5:37 AM

AR Rahman sings for Kerala, donates Rs 1 crore

Reportedly, Rahman’s concert to be held on September 9 at Orlando’s CFE’s Arena will be a charity fundraiser for Kerala flood victims.

07 Sep 2018 6:21 AM

Homemakers can organise supper clubs and invite their friends who can donate money as a price for the dinner.

World cooks for Kerala

Several chefs are organising supper clubs and food festivals to raise funds for the Kerala.

07 Sep 2018 6:17 AM

The surge in cases comes after torrential rain beginning on August 8 flooded almost the entire state, killing hundreds of people, destroying thousands of homes and causing at least 200 billion rupees (USD 2.81 billion) worth of damage. (Photo: File)

Flood-hit Kerala faces shortages of ‘rat fever’ drug

Suspected cases of leptospirosis, known locally as ‘rat fever’, has climbed to 800 since mid-August, a health ministry spokesman said.

05 Sep 2018 9:29 AM

The State Bank of India (SBI) on Monday announced special term loan for repair and renovation of homes to help the flood affected citizens of Kerala. (Photo: PTI)

SBI announces special loan for repair, renovation of homes in Kerala

Pinarayi Vijayan said that his government will collect relief funds from Malayalis residing abroad.

04 Sep 2018 2:58 PM

Rains and floods have hit 30 districts in Odisha, 26 districts in Maharashtra, 25 in Assam, 23 each in Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal, 14 in Kerala, 13 in Uttarakhand, 11 each in Karnataka and Nagaland, 10 in Gujarat. (Photo: File)

Over 1,400 dead across India due to rain, floods this monsoon: Centre

Forty-three people have been missing -- 15 in Kerala, 14 in Uttar Pradesh, five in West Bengal, six in Uttarakhand and three in Karnataka.

04 Sep 2018 9:01 AM

The massive floods kiled hundreds of people, destroyed thousands of homes and caused at least Rs 200 billion worth of damage. (Photo: File | AP)

9 dead as Kerala battles 'rat fever' outbreak after worst floods in century

A health ministry spokesman said as of Sunday there had been nearly 200 confirmed cases of rat fever.

03 Sep 2018 8:37 PM

As many as 483 people have lost lives in the state since the onset of the monsoon on May 28 and 14 were still missing. (Photo: File | AP)

After floods, rat fever hits Kerala; water-borne diseases claim 7 lives

Out of around 350 people with suspected symptoms of rat fever, more than 150 cases were tested positive in last 5 days.

02 Sep 2018 8:48 PM

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