wayanad

Irani targets Gandhi in Wayanad, vows challenge

Kalpetta – Union Minister Smriti Irani has set her sights on challenging Rahul Gandhi’s dominance in Kerala’s Wayanad. Irani, rallying in support of BJP candidate K Surendran, accused Gandhi of betrayal and opportunism, warning Wayanad against falling prey to the Congress scion’s alleged deceit. In a fiery speech delivered during a roadshow in Wayanad, Smriti […]

Rahul Gandhi files nomination after mega roadshow in Kalpetta

The roadshow, with nearly ten thousand Congress supporters and local leaders from Kozhikode and Malappuram, culminated at the collectorate, amidst a fervent wave of supporters chanting slogans. 

Wayanad set to be three-way contest with entry of K Surendran

However, political analysts believe BJP's K Surendran could shake things up by potentially drawing traditional Congress votes, bolstering CPI's chances. "The BJP's seriousness in every constituency signals a tough fight for Rahul Gandhi," remarked Avinash Mohan, an environmentalist from Kalpetta.

Wayanad suicide: Case transferred to CBI after CM intervention

Sidharthan's father and relatives met with the Chief Minister today in his office. The police probe is currently underway. All the accused in the case have been arrested through a fair and flawless probe.

Wayanad suicide: Parents allege police pressured to conceal truth

The parents of JS Siddharth have accused the police of being under pressure from the higher-ups to cover up the facts and let the main culprits go scot-free

Rs 15 L from Karnataka for Rahul’s LS seat in Kerala raises storm

BENGALURU: Opposition parties in Karnataka have raised objections against the state government’s decision to grant compensation to a victim from Wayanad, Rahul Gandhi’s Lok Sabha constituency in Kerala. The controversy erupted as the government disbursed Rs 15 lakh ex gratia to the family of a man who was trampled to death by an elephant from Karnataka. Accusations were […]

Human-Wildlife conflict crisis demands immediate action

Preventive measures, including the use of technology for early warning systems and conflict mitigation strategies, are essential for reducing the frequency and intensity of HWC incidents.

Wayanad demands Rahul Gandhi’s presence amid protests; here’s why

WAYANAD: On Sunday, Wayanad witnessed significant protests, prompting residents to demand the presence of Rahul Gandhi, the senior Congress leader and MP representing the constituency. Criticism mounted over Gandhi’s absence in Wayanad amid simmering protests following the tragic death of two people trampled by wild elephants. Residents expressed frustration at Gandhi’s silence on the recent […]

Kerala: Uproar in Wayanad as wild elephant tramples man to death

NEW DELHI: Wayanad is in turmoil following a tragic incident where a wild elephant fatally trampled a 42-year-old resident. The shocking event occurred when a radio-collared elephant broke through a gate and attacked Aji in Payyampalli near Mananthavady. The incident has highlighted serious shortcomings on the part of forest officials who failed to alert residents […]

Kerala man’s ingenious wooden treadmill takes social media by storm

EK Ravindran’s low-cost and long-lasting ‘made-in-Wayanad’ wooden treadmill attracts health freaks