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Kerala’s cancer burden escalates into public health crisis: Expert warns of misinformation risks

Thiruvananthapuram, Nov 7 (UNI) Cancer in Kerala has shifted from a health concern to a mounting public health crisis that is now touching almost every household, reflecting both global trends and Kerala-specific vulnerabilities, cautioned leading public health expert and epidemiologist Dr. Naresh Purohit.
Talking to the media in connection with the National Cancer Awareness Day, Dr. Purohit, Advisor to the National Cancer Control Programme (NCCP), said cancer incidence in the state has surged far beyond the national average.
Kerala currently reports 243 cancer cases per lakh men and 219 per lakh women, compared to the national average of 105 and 103 per lakh, respectively.
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AP CM Chandrababu Naidu visits Kanha Shanti Vanam, lauds Heartfulness initiatives

16 Dec 2025 | 2:59 AM

Hyderabad, Dec 15 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Monday paid a special visit to Revered Daaji, Guide of Heartfulness and President of Shri Ram Chandra Mission, at Kanha Shanti Vanam, the world’s largest meditation centre, on the outskirts of Hyderabad.

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HC extends interim protection for MLA Rahul Mankoottil in rape case

16 Dec 2025 | 2:55 AM

Kochi, Dec 15 (UNI) The Kerala High Court on Monday extended interim protection from arrest to Palakkad MLA Rahul Mankoottil in connection with the first rape case registered against him, granting him temporary relief while postponing further hearings.

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KSUM partners with German ecosystem to bring support for startups

16 Dec 2025 | 2:54 AM

Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 15 (UNI) In a path-breaking partnership, Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NXTGN Startup Factory of Baden-Württemberg, Germany, aiming to benefit for deep-tech startups on both sides.

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Tirupati: Silver coin necklace donated to Sri Srinivasa Temple at Tiruchanoor

16 Dec 2025 | 2:47 AM

Tirupati, Dec 15 (UNI) A silver coin necklace was donated to Sri Srinivasa Temple, Tiruchanoor, which is under the management of TTD, by Tirupati-based donors Ms. N. Nithyashree and her spouse today.

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SPB’s legacy an indelible chapter in Indian film music: Sridhar Babu

16 Dec 2025 | 2:34 AM

Hyderabad, Dec 15 (UNI) Telangana Minister for Information Technology and Industries Duddilla Sridhar Babu on Monday said legendary singer S P Balasubrahmanyam (SPB) had left an indelible and enduring imprint on the history of Indian film music.

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