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Kerala Cabinet Approves ₹26.5 Crore for Wayanad Rehabilitation Land Acquisition

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1 year ago

March 20, 2025

During a meeting on Wednesday, the Kerala Cabinet approved a compensation package of Rs 26.56 crore for the owners of Elston Estate in Wayanad. This funding will be allocated for land acquisition necessary to rehabilitate the victims affected by the Mundakkai-Chooralmala landslides in the Wayanad district. The funds will be disbursed from the Chief Minister’s Distress Relief Fund (CMDRF).

The land in question encompasses 64.4075 hectares belonging to Elston Estate, specifically resurvey numbers 88/158, 88/159, 88/62, 88/66, and 88/137, which are located in Block 19 of Kalpetta village, Vythiri taluk.

Additionally, the Cabinet has sanctioned educational assistance of Rs 10 lakh each for seven children who tragically lost both parents, and for 14 children who lost one parent in the landslides. These funds will remain inaccessible until the children reach the age of 18. This financial aid will also be sourced from the Chief Minister’s Distress Relief Fund, alongside support from the Women and Child Development Department. The funds will be deposited in the District Collector’s account, and monthly interest will be distributed to the guardians of the affected children each month.

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Couple Uses Dupatta to Rescue Biker from Flash Flood

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5 days ago

September 1, 2026

Namma Kudla

National: A family in Himachal Pradesh’s Chamba risked their lives to rescue a biker trapped in a flash flood following heavy rainfall.

The incident occurred on the Kakiara-Tunuhatti road in the Bharmala area of Bhatiyat. Heavy rain caused water to flood the road, creating a strong and dangerous current.

The biker struggled to stay safe as he was caught in the fast-flowing water. Two women, including a newlywed woman, quickly used a dupatta as a makeshift rope to rescue him.

The biker held onto the dupatta while the family members pulled him towards safety. Another person also joined the rescue effort.

A video of the incident has gone viral on social media. The family’s courage and quick thinking have received widespread praise online.

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Two Arrested for Alleged Assault on Minor Girl in Moving Bus

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6 days ago

August 31, 2026

Namma Kudla

Noida: Two men, including a bus driver and conductor, have been arrested for allegedly gang-raping a 16-year-old girl on a moving sleeper bus in Greater Noida.

Police said the incident occurred on August 4 when the girl boarded an empty bus while travelling to Noida Sector 63.

The accused allegedly assaulted the girl and later abandoned her near Kashmere Gate in Delhi, around 40 kilometres away.

Following the survivor’s complaint, police launched an investigation and arrested both accused from Timarpur in North Delhi.

The bus has been seized, and CCTV footage and forensic evidence are being examined.

Further investigation is underway.

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21-Year-Old Model Murdered Inside Home, Gym Trainer Accused

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1 week ago

August 27, 2026

Namma Kudla

New Delhi: A 21-year-old woman was allegedly stabbed to death inside her home in West Delhi on Wednesday. The police suspect her gym trainer, identified as Imran, in the case.

The victim, identified as Muskan, was a student and model. She was reportedly alone at her home on the second floor of a building in Tilak Nagar when the incident took place.

According to the police, Imran allegedly attacked Muskan with a knife. He then fled from the spot.

Neighbours heard Muskan’s screams and rushed to her house. They found her lying in a pool of blood.

The neighbours immediately took her to a nearby hospital. However, she died while undergoing treatment.

Police teams have launched a search for the accused. Investigators are also checking CCTV footage from the area to trace his movements.

Muskan’s friend Aman said she was the youngest of three sisters. He said her elder sister, who is in Chandigarh, called him after learning about the attack.

Aman said he immediately asked another friend to reach the house and take Muskan to the hospital. By the time he arrived, an ambulance had already taken her away.

He also claimed that Muskan’s sisters had earlier told him that Imran used to harass her. He said Imran had allegedly behaved in a similar manner in the past.

The police are investigating the exact motive behind the murder. Further details are awaited.