Kochi News: Major Civic, Traffic & Political Updates Today
Get the latest updates from Kochi for January 9, 2026. Stay informed on civic developments, traffic alerts, weather, and key political news. Watch the full video for complete coverage.
Get the latest updates from Kochi for January 9, 2026. Stay informed on civic developments, traffic alerts, weather, and key political news. Watch the full video for complete coverage.
Aman Gupta explains his decision to step down as boAt CMO ahead of the IPO, citing professionalisation and investor trust. The move follows a jibe from Shark Tank's Anupam Mittal. Read the full story.
Manchester City bolsters attack with £65m signing of Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo. The 26-year-old aims to help City chase Premier League & Champions League glory.
I-League champions Inter Kashi FC announce a Rs 60 crore project to develop an international-level football ground in Varanasi, providing a major boost for Indian football. Read more.
Stay ahead with the biggest updates from Kochi today. Get the latest on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments. Watch the full video for complete coverage.
Aluva police investigate two major house burglaries in Kochi where locked homes were targeted, with valuables worth over Rs 7.6 lakh stolen. Read about the cases and police response.
Two City Union Bank branches in Kochi received hoax bomb threats via email on Monday, claiming to be from CPI (Maoist). Police and bomb squads conducted searches but found nothing suspicious. Read the full story.
A major fire at Chellanam fishing harbour in Kochi destroyed around 30 fibre boats. The blaze, suspected from a cigarette butt, caused significant damage. Read the full report.
Get the latest news from Kochi today. Stay informed on civic updates, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and key political developments. Watch the full video for details.
Maharaja's College in Kochi celebrated its 150th anniversary with a heartwarming alumni reunion. Generations of graduates, from the 1958 batch to the latest, shared memories and emotions. Read about this nostalgic gathering.
A boat carrying over 100 passengers capsizes in Nigeria's Yobe State, killing 25. Rescue operations continue for 14 missing persons. Details on the tragic accident.
A passenger boat capsized in Nigeria's Kwara State, killing at least 25 people. 14 remain missing as rescue operations continue. Details on the tragedy and local response.
Stay ahead with the biggest updates from Kochi on January 4, 2026. Get the latest on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments in the city.
The grand finale of the President's Trophy Vallamkali and Champions Boat League is set for Ashtamudi Lake, Kollam, this Saturday. Nine snake boats will race 1100M. Don't miss the action!
Prepaid autorickshaw fares from Kochi's major transit hubs increase by Rs 10-20. Learn about the new rates, driver challenges, and why the service is declining. Get the full story.
Frustration mounts on Kochi's vital Vypeen-Fort ferry route as passengers blame KSINC mismanagement. Calls grow for Kochi Corporation to take direct control of Ro-Ro services. Read the full story.
A political dispute erupts in Kochi Corporation over a sharp hike in biomedical waste collection fees from households. Opposition alleges private agency now charges Rs 45/kg, up from subsidized Rs 12/kg. Read the full story.
The Kabaddi Champions League kicks off on Jan 25, 2025, featuring 8 top teams and a ₹2.5 crore prize pool. Get ready for a new era of kabaddi action!
Stay ahead with the latest from Kochi on Jan 3, 2026. Get key updates on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments. Watch the full video for complete details.
Kerala govt approves land acquisition for Kochi's crucial 4km east-west corridor. Project aims to ease city congestion after decades of delay. Read details on compensation & timeline.
A 55-year-old man sustained head injuries after a Guruvayur-Punaloor KSRTC bus jolted on Kumbalam bridge. The incident occurred Friday night. Read for details on the accident and passenger condition.
The Kochi-Muziris Biennale 2025-26 has drawn over 160,000 visitors in its first 20 days, with a city-wide spread across historic venues. Discover the art phenomenon reshaping Kochi's cultural landscape.
Chelsea legend John Terry expressed shock at the club's decision to sack manager Enzo Maresca, citing recent success against Barcelona. Read his full reaction and analysis here.
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.
A migrant boat bound for Europe capsizes off Gambia, leaving at least 7 dead and dozens missing. Rescue operations continue as authorities investigate the tragedy.
Thirteen ISL clubs demand no participation fee and AIFF financial responsibility for the delayed 2025-26 season. They also seek government support and a clear roadmap for sustainability. Read the full story.
Chelsea FC has fired head coach Enzo Maresca after 18 months. The club's official statement reveals both sides agreed a change was needed to salvage the season. Get the latest updates.