As number of otter bite incidents go up, residents seek urgent steps to control their population. Also, fish farmers report huge losses as otters, attacking in groups, consume large quantities of fish. Poaching otter a punishable offense the animal is classified as a “vulnerable” species on the IUCN Red List
Proposal mooted at a State-level meeting in Thiruvananthapuram attended by Industries and Public Works Ministers
Officials say the device is aimed at eliminating the need for visually impaired individuals to rely on bystanders at bus stops, thus reducing mental stress and improving self-confidence
The change has accelerated in the last two decades because of socio-economic factors such as remote working, urban migration, need for greater privacy, and so on
Education Minister, child rights panel seek reports. Minister calls for report from Director of General Education and condemns the practice as undemocratic and against the spirit of modern education
Union Minister and LJP (Ram Vilas) chief says law and order deteriorating; faces criticism from NDA allies over remarks
At least 24 people were killed on their way to a food distribution site near Rafah run by an Israeli-backed American organisation, said hospital officials and witnesses, including those wounded
Director S Shankar discusses his dream film ‘Velpari’, comparing it to ‘Avatar’ and ‘Game of Thrones’
Children drown in swimming pool run by Anadu panchayat
Civic groups rally behind consumer committee; joint action panel to be formed after July 22 open forum at stalled site
