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September 27, 2026 4:33 PM

Vice President Radhakrishnan attends Vishwa Seva Dinam, launches humanitarian initiatives in Kollam

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Sunday participated in the Vishwa Seva Dinam celebrations at Mata Amritanandamayi Math in Amritapuri, in Keralam's Kollam, organised to mark the 73rd birthday of Mata Amritanandamayi Devi. During the programme, the Vice President launched several humanitarian initiatives of the Mata Amritanandamayi Math, including assistance for disaster relief, free medical treatment and support for fishermen's families. V-P Radhakrishnan handed over ₹2 crore in assista...

September 27, 2026 10:58 AM

Amit Shah launches women empowerment and cooperative initiatives in Kollam

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday launched a series of initiatives focused on women empowerment, cooperative development and strengthening rural markets in Kollam, Keralam. The initiatives were launched at the Pavithram Convention Centre in the presence of Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas and Tourism Suresh Gopi, along with other dignitaries and representatives of the cooperative sector. HM Shah said empowering women through cooperation is one of Prime Minister Nar...

September 27, 2026 10:57 AM

Amit Shah attends Mata Amritanandamayi’s 73rd birthday celebrations in Kollam

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday attended the 73rd birthday celebrations of Mata Amritanandamayi, popularly known as Amma, in Kollam, Keralam, as the chief guest. Addressing the gathering, HM Shah said that being in Amma’s presence helps one understand the true meaning of humanity and appreciate the importance of selfless service. He said that even an insensitive person visiting the place would be filled with gratitude for the service rendered by Amma over the past five decades. He ...

March 1, 2026 5:42 PM

Vice President Radhakrishnan inaugurates centenary celebrations of St. Stephen’s HSS in Kerala, calls for value-based education

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Sunday inaugurated the centenary celebrations of St. Stephen’s Higher Secondary School in Pathanapuram in Kerala's Kollam district, marking 100 years of the institution’s contribution to education and nation-building. Describing the milestone as “remarkable” and achieved by only a few institutions, the Vice President said the school has spent a century shaping minds, nurturing character and building futures, with generations of students emerging as ...

April 2, 2024 12:33 PM

Kollam residents protest as high tidal waves damage homes

Residents of Kollam city in Kerala took to the streets on Monday following the damage caused by high tidal waves in the coastal region. Several families were forced to evacuate their homes on Sunday and cook meals on the road after water entered the buildings, resulting in extensive damage. Protesters alleged that despite several reminders over the past three months urging the government to relocate residents living in the affected areas and implement safety measures, no action had been taken....