DLSA calls for steps to alleviate the woes of Thannikonam residents
The Hindu
The order was issued after a delegation led by DLSA secretary and sub-judge S. Shamnad and Chirayinkeezhu legal services committee chairman and district judge S. Suresh Kumar visited the SC Colony of Thannikonam in Nagaroor grama panchayat to take stock of their hapless situation.
The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) on Saturday issued directions to redress the deplorable living conditions of the residents of Thannikonam in Attingal.
The order was issued after a delegation led by DLSA secretary and sub-judge S. Shamnad and Chirayinkeezhu legal services committee chairman and district judge S. Suresh Kumar visited the SC Colony of Thannikonam in Nagaroor grama panchayat to take stock of their hapless situation.
Situated on a hilltop nearly 2,000 feet above sea level, the colony accommodates four families who lacked proper housing, well for drinking water and toilet. Besides, the makeshift houses that are located below cliffs faced the possibility of destruction by huge boulders that stand precariously. The judges also raised concern on the threat faced by the residents.
They also took into account the possible difficulties that could be faced in transporting construction materials if the civic body decides to provide assistance in constructing houses. The local community requested the delegation to adopt necessary measures to relocate them to a suitable location.
AIADMK reveals its first candidate list for Tamil Nadu Assembly election, featuring familiar names and few surprises.
A study reveals antibiotic resistance causes 87% of India's typhoid economic burden, significantly impacting children and families.
How Dikshitar was inspired by Vaduvur Rama to come up with a composition in a raganga raga
Lok Sabha passes Finance Bill 2026 with amendments, completing its budgetary approval before Rajya Sabha's consideration.
Karnataka government to consult legal experts on pursuing action against Adani Group's ACC Ltd. over ₹850 crore in disputed dues.
The FCRA amendment bill aims to create an authority for managing NGO assets after license loss, addressing misuse of foreign funds.
Telangana Minister assures adequate petroleum stocks for three months, warns against illegal fuel carrying amid panic buying rumors.
TMC calls for the removal of Bhabanipur returning officer, citing alleged ties to BJP and concerns over neutrality.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan condemns UDF's misogynistic attacks on CPI(M) legislator U. Prathibha, highlighting political degeneration.
Selected from 9,400 submissions across 37 countries, the 100 photographs on display traverse intimate and political terrains. In MRC Nagar, photographer Swastik Pal captures life in the Sundarbans, where severe climate change has brought humans and wildlife into closer contact. Shane Hynan’s Beneath Beofhod reflects on Ireland’s boglands as sites of memory and restoration, while Mateo Trevisan’s More than the Sun examines the impact of coal-driven industrialisation in the Western Balkans.
Hyderabad officials assure sufficient fuel supply for 60 days, warn against misinformation and illegal sales amid panic buying.
Telangana MP urges Centre to expedite ₹1,270 crore dues transfer from Andhra Pradesh for financial fairness and development.
A Karnataka man was detained with ₹62.5 lakh in cash during election checks on NH 544, claiming it was from a property sale.