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111 stories tagged with "Kerala"
100-Year-Old Lawyer Sets World Record, Gets Top Honor
Community Heroes•1d ago

100-Year-Old Lawyer Sets World Record, Gets Top Honor

P Balasubramanian Menon received senior advocate status from Kerala High Court days before turning 100, capping a 76-year legal career that earned him a Guinness World Record. His journey from Madras to Palakkad shows what dedication and trust can build over a lifetime.

The Better India•2 min read
Kerala Physicist Invited to Princeton by Oppenheimer
Community Heroes•2d ago

Kerala Physicist Invited to Princeton by Oppenheimer

Born in a village without electricity in 1938, T.K. Radha topped her math class, switched to physics, and earned a personal invitation from J. Robert Oppenheimer to Princeton's elite Institute for Advanced Study. Her remarkable journey from rural Kerala to the world's top scientific circles stayed largely unknown for decades.

Times of India - Good News•2 min read
Kerala Farmer Grows 120 Potatoes in 5-Foot Leaf Tower
Planet Wins•Oct 9

Kerala Farmer Grows 120 Potatoes in 5-Foot Leaf Tower

A farmer in Wayanad, Kerala, turns discarded dry leaves into vertical gardens that produce potatoes, tomatoes, and more vegetables in just a small space. His simple mesh tower method could help home gardeners grow food using materials they'd normally throw away.

The Better India•3 min read
Kerala and Singapore Team Up on Climate Tech Lab
Innovation•Sep 21

Kerala and Singapore Team Up on Climate Tech Lab

Kerala and Singapore are turning their shared climate challenges into opportunity. The partnership could transform Kerala into Asia's testing ground for flood management, coastal protection, and water technology.

Google News - Singapore Technology•3 min read
12-Year-Old Builds Robots From Cardboard and Kitchen Scraps
Community Heroes•Sep 15

12-Year-Old Builds Robots From Cardboard and Kitchen Scraps

A schoolboy in Kerala is turning trash into treasure, building robots, automatic food stirrers, and smart curtains from materials others throw away. Levin Paulose proves you don't need fancy equipment to start inventing.

Times of India - Good News•2 min read
Kerala Court Sets 6-Week Deadline for Bail Decisions
Solutions•Sep 13

Kerala Court Sets 6-Week Deadline for Bail Decisions

India's Kerala High Court just made waiting in jail without a decision a thing of the past. New rules require all bail applications to be decided within six weeks, bringing hope to thousands of families.

The Hindu•2 min read
35 Young Authors Gather at Kerala's Little Writers Meet
Acts of Kindness•Sep 12

35 Young Authors Gather at Kerala's Little Writers Meet

Children who've already published books are gathering in Kerala to sharpen their craft and celebrate the power of young imagination. A visually impaired writer just released her second book at the event.

The Hindu•2 min read
Child Rights Commission Orders School Reopening in India
Acts of Kindness•Sep 10

Child Rights Commission Orders School Reopening in India

A school built two and a half years ago in Kerala finally gets the green light to open its doors. The State Commission for Protection of Child Rights is stepping in to make sure children get the education facility they were promised.

The Hindu•2 min read
Orphan to District Collector: Kerala Man's 25-Year Journey
Community Heroes•Sep 9

Orphan to District Collector: Kerala Man's 25-Year Journey

Abdul Nasar spent 13 years in an orphanage after his father died, worked odd jobs from age 10, and became the district collector he once dreamed of meeting. His journey from extreme poverty to leading an entire district shows what persistence can achieve.

The Better India•3 min read
Rising Star Imran Leads Thrissur Titans to Maiden Title
Sports•Sep 6

Rising Star Imran Leads Thrissur Titans to Maiden Title

A thrilling cricket final saw young player Ahammed Imran score 69 runs to help Thrissur Titans claim their first KCL championship in a nail-biting finish. The match showcased emerging talent and heart-stopping moments as the Titans secured victory in the final over.

The Hindu•2 min read
Retired Teacher Turns 3 Acres Into $42K/Year Farm
Community Heroes•Sep 4

Retired Teacher Turns 3 Acres Into $42K/Year Farm

After losing two acres to debt, K T Francis transformed his remaining land from failing rubber trees into a thriving mixed farm earning Rs 35 lakh annually. The retired teacher from Kerala proves it's never too late to start over.

The Better India•2 min read
Kerala Sisters Build AC-Free Home That Cools Itself
Solutions•Aug 30

Kerala Sisters Build AC-Free Home That Cools Itself

Two sisters pooled their savings to build a naturally cooled home on their mother's ancestral land in Kerala, keeping every tree she planted. The house stays comfortable even in 80% humidity without air conditioning.

The Better India•3 min read