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.
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.
A grinding stone was found on railway tracks in Kochi's Pachalam, raising sabotage fears. The Mysuru-Kochuveli Express loco pilot spotted it at 4:50 AM. A puppy was found dead nearby. Read details.
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.
Kerala High Court questions protocols after Suraj Lama, deported from Kuwait, goes missing from Kochi hospital. Court demands answers from state and central governments.
Kochi's infrastructure gets a major upgrade as work on five crucial bridges, including Kumbalam-Thevara and Vaduthala ROB, is set to start soon, promising to cut travel time and reduce congestion.
Kochi police arrest four men for allegedly replacing campaign posters. Separate cases of fraud and stalking also registered. Get the latest updates on local law and order.
A year-long hunger strike in Munambam over land rights ends, but residents are split. The council opposes a priest's stance, while some protesters vow to continue. Key details inside.
Ernakulam's MVD cracks down on 833 vehicles for zebra crossing violations, mostly cars. Experts call for infrastructure overhaul and strict enforcement to protect pedestrians. Read more.
Kerala High Court grants escort parole to life convict Monson Mavunkal to visit his rented house after a theft. Items worth Rs 20 crore allegedly stolen. Read the full details.
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.
Kochi police uncover major visa fraud ring shifting from healthcare to blue-collar job scams for Europe & Gulf. Over 25 agents arrested, victims lose Rs 5+ crore. Experts warn of new tactics targeting desperate youth.
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.
Public mass returns to St Mary's Cathedral Basilica in Ernakulam after over 1,000 days. Read about the resolution, past conflicts, and the future of the uniform mass.
Discover five iconic Indian locations where the atmosphere shifts dramatically from the serene calm of sunrise to the vibrant energy of sunset. Plan your visit to experience these dual worlds.
GCDA extends deadline for JLN Stadium renovation to Dec 20. The project, led by RBC, aims to elevate the Kochi venue to international football standards. Read for details.
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.