In a significant decision, the Kerala High Court has approved the acquisition of estate land to develop a rehabilitation township for families displaced by landslides in Wayanad, dismissing objections raised by two estate owners. The court directed the state government to ensure timely and fair compensation for the acquired land in accordance with existing legal Read More…
A political dispute has arisen between Kerala and the Centre over a ₹132 crore charge for Indian Air Force (IAF) airlift operations during the Wayanad landslide relief efforts. The Kerala government has raised concerns about the hefty fee, questioning the charge, while the Centre insists on payment. This disagreement reflects the ongoing conflict between the Read More…
BJP state president K. Surendran has strongly criticized the Kerala government for allegedly deceiving the High Court by failing to provide accurate details about the Wayanad relief fund and rehabilitation progress. He described this as an act of gross negligence and betrayal of the people. Surendran highlighted that the delay in submitting reports to the Read More…
The Kerala High Court has demanded a detailed report from the state government regarding the available funds in the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) and how they have been spent, particularly after the devastating landslides in Wayanad. The court’s move comes amid an ongoing dispute over the allocation and timely release of funds by the Read More…
The Indian government has approved a significant financial aid of Rs. 153 crore to support relief and rehabilitation efforts in Wayanad, Kerala, following the devastating landslide in July 2024. This funding will primarily go towards debris clearance and covering the costs of Indian Air Force (IAF) operations, which played a crucial role in the rescue Read More…
Gangtok, India – A catastrophic landslide struck East Sikkim on Tuesday, leaving a community devastated and several families displaced. The landslide, which occurred near Singtam, caused substantial damage to the Teesta Stage V hydroelectric project and forced the evacuation of homes. Residents of the affected area recounted the terrifying moments when the landslide occurred, describing Read More…