Vice-President Inaugurates Navaratri Sargotsavam in Kozhikode, Stresses Cultural Heritage and Development

October 16, 2026 11:48 PM

Vice-President Inaugurates Navaratri Sargotsavam in Kozhikode, Stresses Cultural Heritage and Development

Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Friday inaugurated Navaratri Sargotsavam 2026 in Kozhikode, Keralam, and underscored the importance of preserving India’s rich cultural heritage while advancing its developmental aspirations. Addressing the gathering, the Vice-President said Navaratri celebrates the divine feminine power of Adi Parashakti, the eternal source of creation, strength, wisdom and compassion. He said the festival conveys the timeless message that courage must overcome fear, rig...

Kerala: Three more test negative for Nipah virus in Malappuram, contact list grows to 267

September 22, 2024 9:26 PM

Kerala: Three more test negative for Nipah virus in Malappuram, contact list grows to 267

Kerala's Health Minister Veena George confirmed that three additional individuals tested negative for the Nipah virus, bringing the total number of negative cases in the current outbreak to 78. The state continues to closely monitor the situation as efforts to contain the virus intensify. During a high-level meeting chaired by Minister George, officials assessed the ongoing outbreak and updated the contact list, which now includes 267 individuals. The health minister also provided updates on th...