December 28, 2025

NITK Develops Smart Landslide Warning System for Western Ghats

NITK Surathkal has created SVALSA, a cutting-edge landslide warning system for the Western Ghats. It uses rainfall, soil data, and AI to offer accurate alerts and cut false alarms. This tech aims to protect lives and property from frequent landslides in this vulnerable region.

December 28, 2025

Thamarassery Pass Bans Multi-Axle Vehicles During Daytime to Prevent Traffic Jams

Thamarassery police restrict multi-axle and heavy vehicles on mountain road during the day for at least a week. Vehicles diverted via Kuttiyadi pass to avoid traffic snarls and support smooth emergency movement.

December 28, 2025

Cyberabad Traffic Police Book 377 Drunk Driving Cases Over Weekend Crackdown

Cyberabad police cracked down hard on drunk drivers over the weekend, booking 377 cases. Miyapur led with 48 cases. Most offenders rode two-wheelers. Officials warn serious penalties under new laws.

December 28, 2025

Volunteer Rajani K.A. Becomes President of Erattayar Grama Panchayat

Rajani K.A., a dedicated Haritha Karma Sena volunteer, wins the presidency of Erattayar panchayat with UDF’s support. She aims to boost waste management and tourism development.

December 28, 2025

Kovalam Residents Urge Centre to Stop Chennai Reservoir Blocking Buckingham Canal

Residents of Kovalam Kuppam and nearby villages in Chengalpattu district ask the Union Ministry to stop Chennai’s reservoir project. They say it will block Buckingham Canal’s flow, harming fishing communities and breaking national waterway rules.