4 Kerala cops suspended after VACB raid in bribery case
Vigilance raids Kuruppampady police station in Kochi over Rs 6 lakh bribe allegations to shield cyber fraud accused from Gujarat Police. Four personnel suspended. Read details.
Vigilance raids Kuruppampady police station in Kochi over Rs 6 lakh bribe allegations to shield cyber fraud accused from Gujarat Police. Four personnel suspended. Read details.
Ernakulam district reports a sharp rise in leptospirosis deaths, from 23 in 2024 to 43 in 2025. Health officials cite poor prophylaxis intake and new symptoms. Learn the critical signs and urgent prevention steps.
Ernakulam reports a sharp rise in leptospirosis deaths, with 43 fatalities in 2025 versus 23 in 2024. Health officials cite poor prophylaxis intake and new symptoms. Urgent medical follow-up advised.
Tripura's crime rate plunges to a two-decade low in 2025 with an 8.3% overall decline. Property crimes down 16%, murders fall 18%. Read the full report.
Pimpri Chinchwad police report a decline in serious crimes in 2025. Key strategies included mapping 1,585 criminals, targeting 1,045 sensitive spots, and using the PC City app for public involvement. Read the full analysis.
Vadodara's DCB invokes stringent GujCTOC Act against 8 gang members for a decade of terror involving 152+ cases. Read about the crackdown on organised crime.
A Kalady police officer faces suspension for alleged drug trafficking links after a heroin seizure. Separately, a Palluruthy officer is suspended for alleged sexual misconduct during passport verification. Read for details.
Discover how Maharaja's College chemistry labs became a WWII pharmacy. As the college marks 150 years, its chemistry department reunites alumni shaping India's science & society. Read more.
Pune police arrest two youths, detain two minors for abducting & murdering a 17-year-old boy in Katraj. The victim was lured using a fake girl's social media profile. Details inside.
The 34th Episcopal Synod of the Syro-Malabar Church commenced in Kochi with prayer. Key discussions include the Ernakulam-Angamaly dispute and potential new bishops. Archbishop Thattil emphasizes unity.
Kochi district administration prepares a 2-day action plan to relocate 117 vulnerable inmates after government denies renewal and High Court orders immediate shift. Details inside.
A tragic murder-suicide in Tirupati's Maruthi Nagar leaves a man and a woman dead after a heated argument. Police investigate the case. Read the full details.
Ernakulam district in Kerala has 35 active leprosy cases, with a significant number among migrants. Health officials launch a detection drive to prevent spread and deformity. Learn the symptoms.
The Ernakulam DTPC and Cherai Runners Club host the 3rd Cherai Beach Marathon on Jan 18. Featuring 21km, 10km, and 5km runs, it promotes fitness and scenic tourism. #Fitness #Kochi
Veteran Malayalam actor Punnapra Appachan, known for over 1000 films, passed away at 77 due to injuries from a fall. His career spanned from 1965 to new-gen cinema. Read his journey.
Kerala government will appeal the 2017 actor abduction and rape case verdict, challenging the acquittal of actor Dileep and three others. The appeal will be filed in the High Court this week.
A man died and another was critically injured in a firecracker explosion at St Peter's and St Paul's Church in Kadathy, Muvattupuzha. Police register case against three, including a priest. Read the full details.
Kochi police intensify the murder probe after a body was found in an unoccupied building near Ernakulam Town Hall. A lookout notice is issued for suspect Muhammed Ali. Read the latest details.
Ernakulam district reports a drop in child abuse cases from the 2023 peak, but experts warn of ongoing online exploitation. Read about the data and expert insights.
Rajkot Crime Branch invokes stringent GujCTOC Act against 14 associates of the notorious Batli Gang, arresting nine. Gang leader Savan Vaghela already in jail. Read more.
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.
A 55-year-old captive elephant died in Kochi after choking on palm leaves during a temple festival parade. The postmortem revealed the tragic cause. Read the full story.
Railway Protection Force arrests Mayakannan, 31, from Madurai, seizing two stolen mobile phones in a combing op at Ernakulam Junction. Case filed, probe on.
A fast-food manager in Kochi was terminated after brandishing a knife at students over a chicken burger complaint. The company enforced its zero-tolerance policy. Full details inside.
A 22-year-old Nepali woman's condition improves after a historic heart transplant at Kochi's Ernakulam General Hospital, the first such surgery at a district-level government facility in India.
A fatal fire on the Tatanagar-Ernakulam Express was caused by brake binding, not a short circuit. The incident near Yelamanchili claimed one life. Read the full investigation details.
Ernakulam DDMA mandates fire audits by Jan 15 after Broadway, Pulinchodu blazes. Rs 12 crore water tank planned. Read about the new safety measures.
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 fight erupted at a Kochi hotel after students complained about an undersized chicken patty. The argument escalated, leading to a scuffle and the manager wielding a knife. Police are investigating.
Kochi's Champions Boat League Season 5 saw a last-minute venue shift to avoid shallow waters. Organizers raced against low tide to complete the event successfully, but experts demand a permanent solution for the racecourse. Read more.