Kochi Headlines: Major Civic, Traffic & Weather Updates
Get the latest updates from Kochi for January 2, 2026. Stay informed on civic alerts, traffic advisories, weather conditions, and key administrative developments.
Get the latest updates from Kochi for January 2, 2026. Stay informed on civic alerts, traffic advisories, weather conditions, and key administrative developments.
Two young men, Vaishnav (21) and Smith (20), died in a tragic bike accident in Vypeen, Kochi, shortly after New Year celebrations. Police have registered a case. Read the full details.
Kochi Metro Rail Ltd achieved its highest-ever single-day ridership of 1,61,683 passengers on New Year's Day across its integrated network. Discover how seamless connectivity and extended services created history.
Ernakulam Rural Police's special drive on New Year's Eve led to 8 narcotics cases & 116 for drunk driving. 1200 officers ensured peaceful celebrations. Read the full report.
NHAI plans to open a 5-km elevated highway segment on the Kochi-Alappuzha corridor by March, featuring Kerala's first dedicated highway cycle track. Read about this major infrastructure boost.
Two patients died after developing complications during dialysis at Govt Taluk Hospital, Haripad. Alappuzha DMO launches investigation as four others fell ill. Read the full report.
Gaya district administration to receive tourism corridor blueprints, launches single-window for industry & enhanced grievance redressal. Key developments for 2024.
Kochi Water Metro sees record-breaking festive ridership, hitting 17,058 passengers in a single day. Daily averages surge as tourists flock to Fort Kochi for Christmas and New Year events. Read more.
A 45-year-old labourer from Tamil Nadu died after being hit by a speeding KSRTC bus in Kochi. The incident occurred Tuesday night near Vyttila Hub. Read for details and safety concerns.
Fort Kochi witnessed a massive turnout for the Cochin Carnival 2024. Thousands celebrated at Parade & Veli Grounds with Pappanji burning, music, and enhanced facilities. Read more about the mega event.
Union Cabinet approves 6-lane Nashik-Solapur high-speed corridor & NH-326 upgrade in Odisha. Surat-Chennai travel time to drop from 31 to 17 hours. Read more.
Get the latest Kochi news for December 31, 2025. Stay informed on civic updates, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments in the city. Watch the full video for details.
Kochi's Champions Boat League Season 5 saw a last-minute venue shift to avoid shallow waters. Organizers raced against low tide to complete the event successfully, but experts demand a permanent solution for the racecourse. Read more.
The Portfolio 2026 news photo exhibition is now open at Kochi's High Court Water Metro terminal. Featuring 66 poignant images by 35 photojournalists, it captures key moments of 2025. Visit before Jan 1.
Kochi's iconic Cochin Carnival decentralises this New Year with giant Pappanji burnings in Kakkanad, Pallikkara & more. Discover new venues, spiritual retreats & midnight cruises for 2024 celebrations.
Back-to-back bird flu outbreaks in Kerala's Alappuzha and Kottayam districts have pushed duck farmers to the brink of collapse. Learn about the crisis and the urgent calls for government aid.
Stay ahead with the latest from Kochi! Get crucial updates on civic affairs, traffic alerts, metro services, weather, and key political developments for December 30, 2025.
Kochi Muziris Biennale's Island Mural Project brings vibrant public art to Kochi's walls. Artists like Aravani Project and Trespassers create works reflecting local stories. Discover the 'people's biennale' in action.
Get the latest updates from Kochi on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments for December 29, 2025. Stay informed with this comprehensive roundup.
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Kochi witnesses a 2-3% rise in hotel bookings this Christmas-New Year season, driven by the Biennale and Cochin Carnival. Fort Kochi emerges as the top spot, despite traffic and IndiGo impact. Read more.
Kochi police arrested two 19-year-olds for assaulting a man and stealing his iPhone worth Rs 75,000 near Mattancherry. The accused have previous narcotics cases. Read the full story.
A 37-year-old man stabbed his wife at Muttom Metro station in Kochi. Police apprehended him on the spot. Separately, Customs seized hybrid ganja worth Rs 4.3 crore at Kochi airport.
Get the latest updates from Kochi on civic matters, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and political developments. Stay informed with all the essential news for December 27, 2025.
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A Christmas Eve clash between carol singers in Kerala's Alappuzha left several injured, including women and children. Police investigation underway. Read the full report.
Schools across Kochi ushered in the Christmas season with vibrant celebrations, including carol competitions, plays, and cultural performances, fostering togetherness among students. Discover the festive highlights.
Kochi's disaster authority orders closure of 12 commercial establishments in Methar Bazaar for lacking fire safety and electrical compliance. Read the full list and details.
Kochi traders report a 10% sales surge this festive season. LED lights, gifts, and plum cakes lead demand, while garments lag. Discover the key trends driving Kochi's holiday economy.
South African artist Dineo Seshee Bopape's installation 'Mme Mmu, Bhumi Bhumi' at Kochi-Muziris Biennale invites quiet reflection on humanity's bond with soil. Visit Island Warehouse to experience it.