Congress ends Kochi mayor suspense, splits term between groups
Congress resolves Kochi mayor impasse: V K Minimol (I Group) gets first term, Shiny Mathew (A Group) the second. Deputy mayor post also shared. Election on Dec 26.
Congress resolves Kochi mayor impasse: V K Minimol (I Group) gets first term, Shiny Mathew (A Group) the second. Deputy mayor post also shared. Election on Dec 26.
The 42nd Cochin Flower Show, one of South India's largest, is now open at Marine Drive. Explore 50,000 sq ft of floral wonders, including rare orchids, adeniums, and free workshops. Visit until Jan 4!
The inaugural Indian Cultural Congress 2025 concluded in Kochi after three days of vibrant dialogue. Actor Mammootty led the valedictory, emphasizing cultural pluralism. Read more about this landmark event.
The Kochi Biennale Foundation's Island Mural Project is turning Fort Kochi and Mattancherry into vibrant public art spaces. Featuring works by Aravani Art Project, Osheen Siva, and more, it runs until March 31, 2026. Explore the stories!
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.
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.
SIT probe reveals Lionel Messi was unhappy with being touched at Kolkata event. Main organiser arrested for alleged fraud. Get the full details of the investigation here.
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.
A dispute over college association elections in Jalandhar escalated into a shootout, injuring two students. Police retaliatory firing injured one accused. Full details inside.
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.
Bollywood actress Nidhhi Agerwal was mobbed and pushed at a promotional event in Hyderabad. Police file case against organisers for negligence. Details inside.
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.
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.
Isabella Thoburn College in Lucknow held a beautiful Candlelight Service and Cantata themed 'The Saviour Is Born'. The event featured carols, hymns, and a message of peace. Read more about this festive celebration.
United Composite PU College in Bengaluru gears up for its annual inter-collegiate fest VIBRANCE 4.0 on Dec 5. The event promotes positivity and a drug-free life under the theme 'High on Life'. Join the celebration of creativity and energy.
Jharkhand health department greenlights major expansion of SNMMCH Dhanbad & MGMMCH Jamshedpur. MBBS seats to rise, new infrastructure planned. Read for details.
Mayo College, Ajmer, celebrates its 150th anniversary, honoring a storied legacy of leadership, academic excellence, and shaping India's future leaders. Explore its remarkable journey.
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.