Friendfluencing: India's New Dating Trend
Friendfluencing is reshaping romance in India as friends now play a crucial role in dating decisions, from vetting matches to post-date analysis. Discover why this trend is growing.
Friendfluencing is reshaping romance in India as friends now play a crucial role in dating decisions, from vetting matches to post-date analysis. Discover why this trend is growing.
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.
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.
A 23-year-old from Kolkata was allegedly duped by a man she met on a dating app. The accused, a bank employee from Aluva, absconded with her cash and jewellery. Police are investigating.
Pakistan's National Assembly panel informed that the secure messaging app 'Beep', inspired by WeChat, is nearing launch for government employees. Read the full details.
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.
Four men arrested in Gurgaon for allegedly kidnapping a 20-year-old via LGBTQIA+ dating app Grindr and extorting Rs 37,000. Police rescue victim, solve another linked case. Details inside.
The N app achieves a staggering 122,000+ installs with 270% monthly growth, driven by its innovative approach to social networking and content creation. Discover the key factors behind this explosive success.
Tinder's Year in Swipe 2025 reveals singles are ditching mixed signals for 'clear-coding' and emotional honesty. AI, friend groups, and shared values are now central to modern romance in India and globally.
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.
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia clarifies the Sanchar Saathi cybersecurity app is optional. Users can delete it from new smartphones, despite a DoT directive for preloading.
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.
Two women arrested in Palghar for allegedly luring men via dating apps, drugging them with sleeping pills, and stealing valuables worth ₹4 lakh. Police recover stolen items.
Chartered Accountant Adarsh Losalka murdered after meeting couple on Bubble dating app. Accused stole ATM card, withdrew money after alleged strangulation in Kasba hotel.
Young Indians are abandoning dating apps due to bad experiences. Discover how Bumble and Tinder are using opposite marketing strategies to win back users in India's changing dating landscape.
A 60-year-old Kochi man allegedly beat a sex worker to death at his home, then fell asleep while trying to dispose of the body. Municipal workers discovered the gruesome scene on Saturday morning.
A 42-year-old woman was found murdered with her body wrapped in a sack in Kochi, Kerala. Police have launched a murder investigation. Read for details.