Newly elected councillors in Kochi corporation and municipalities were sworn in on Sunday. The election for Kochi mayor is scheduled for Friday, with several contenders in the fray. Key local bodies also prepare to select their chairpersons.
Kochi-Muziris Biennale curator Nikhil Chopra discusses dismantling art world hierarchies, embracing unfinished works, and making contemporary art accessible. Discover the theme 'For the Time Being'.
Curator Nikhil Chopra discusses the Kochi-Muziris Biennale's focus on dynamic art, dismantling hierarchies, and creating a collective, immersive experience with the city of Kochi. Discover why unfinished works are part of the vision.
The 2024 Kochi-Muziris Biennale, curated by K.J. Suresh, opens on Dec 12. This edition focuses on local narratives with global resonance, featuring over 90 artists. Explore India's premier contemporary art event.
NHAI appoints HEC to prepare a revised DPR for the long-delayed Edappally-Aroor elevated highway. Design complexities, including the Kochi Metro alignment, have caused delays. The crucial stretch is key to managing NH 66 traffic. Read more.
District Collector Priyanka G directs officials to complete the pending 175m stretch of Mullassery Canal in five months using precast tech. Review meeting also covers other Operation Breakthrough projects. Read more.
BMW India announces its continued partnership as the lead supporter for the sixth Kochi-Muziris Biennale, reinforcing its commitment to contemporary art in India. Discover the impact.
BMW India partners with Kochi Biennale Foundation for the sixth time, presenting the 2024-25 Kochi-Muziris Biennale. Discover the fusion of art, culture, and innovation from Dec 12, 2024, to Apr 10, 2025.
A 70-year-old retired teacher was found dead in a pool of blood inside her Kochi residence. Police are investigating the brutal murder that has shocked the local community.
A man returning from UAE was abducted at gunpoint from Kochi airport & robbed. Police suspect gold smuggling racket involvement. Separate drug, currency seizures reported. Read for details.
Kochi's crucial sewage treatment project faces further delays as costs escalate from Rs 1,300 crore to Rs 1,700 crore. Read about the reasons and impact on the city's urban regeneration.
Kochi authorities launch immediate & long-term measures after pipeline bursts disrupt water supply. 60 tankers deployed, new coordination plans & pipeline relocation ordered. Details inside.
Pipe bursts linked to Kochi Metro works disrupt drinking water supply to Kaloor, Edappally & nearby areas. Residents forced to hire private tankers as authorities struggle to fix the issue. Read more.
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation appoints Archna Vyas as its new India Country Director. She becomes the first woman to lead the India office, aiming to support Viksit Bharat 2047.
Archna Vyas appointed as the first female Country Director for the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation in India. She will lead key initiatives aligned with Viksit Bharat. Read more.
Back-to-back pipeline bursts near Kochi Metro work disrupt water supply to Kaloor, Edappally & other areas. KWA races to repair, while protests erupt. Details inside.
KMRL MD Loknath Behera announces a detailed study for Water Metro connectivity to Mattancherry and Fort Kochi, addressing merchant demands for better ferry services and dredging. Read more.
Consecutive pipeline bursts near Kochi Metro viaduct in Kaloor disrupt drinking water supply to key areas. KWA repair delayed, sparking protests. Details on the crisis and official response inside.
Serbian performance art legend Marina Abramović, 79, to present at Kochi-Muziris Biennale. Explore her iconic works like 'The Artist is Present' and her deep ties to India, including her Buddhist practice. A story of endurance and reinvention.
Kiran Nadar, Bose Krishnamachari, and other Indian art luminaries are featured in ArtReview's prestigious Power 100 list for 2024, highlighting their global influence. Discover who made the cut.
From Kochi's sea views to Panaji's heritage spaces, India's art festivals are using location as a canvas. Explore how Serendipity, Kochi Biennale, and literary fests are changing art consumption and sparking new career paths like culinary arts.
The 6th Kochi-Muziris Biennale opens on Dec 12, 2025, with a focus on collaboration, memory, and challenging internationalism. Explore the new venues, artists, and themes.
Kochi Corporation successfully implements major projects in waste management, housing renovation, and public spaces using Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds. See how councillors drove change.
Kinfra seeks PWD permission to restart the Aluva water treatment plant. Protests over Periyar River water shortage addressed with new regulator plan. Read the latest updates.
Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama discusses how abandoned railway coaches and jute sacks become powerful art on colonial exploitation and resilience, ahead of Kochi-Muziris Biennale.
Greater Cochin Development Authority extends deadline for JLN Stadium renovation to Dec 20. The project aims to elevate the venue to international standards, potentially attracting major football matches to Kerala. Read the full update.
Suraj Lama, a man with learning disabilities, went missing from a Kochi hospital. His body was found days later. His son alleges hospital negligence. Read the full story.
A 64-year-old man died after a tanker truck hit an ambulance in Aluva. Multiple accidents, including a fatal bike crash, occurred in Kochi, highlighting road safety concerns. Read the full report.
Palakkad municipality elections see a complex three-way fight between UDF, LDF, and BJP. With infighting and civic issues like poor roads and waste management taking center stage, voters face a tough choice. Read more.
Kerala High Court demands report on Suraj Lama, missing after hospital admission by police. HC criticizes surveillance lapses after body found near judicial city. Read the latest developments.