Kochi Headlines: Major Updates for January 6, 2026
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.
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.
Heavy rains triggered deadly flash floods on Siau Island, Indonesia, killing at least 14 people. Rescue operations continue for 4 missing as authorities clear debris and aid hundreds displaced.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Assam enhances disaster response with 40 new high-speed, Japanese-technology inflatable rescue boats for SDRF. These boats, costing Rs 6.65 lakh each, can rescue 8-10 people at once, boosting flood rescue capabilities.
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.
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.
Kochi Water Metro sees record-breaking festive ridership, hitting 17,058 passengers in a single day. Daily averages surge as tourists flock to Fort Kochi for Christmas and New Year events. Read more.
A 45-year-old labourer from Tamil Nadu died after being hit by a speeding KSRTC bus in Kochi. The incident occurred Tuesday night near Vyttila Hub. Read for details and safety concerns.
Fort Kochi witnessed a massive turnout for the Cochin Carnival 2024. Thousands celebrated at Parade & Veli Grounds with Pappanji burning, music, and enhanced facilities. Read more about the mega event.
Get the latest Kochi news for December 31, 2025. Stay informed on civic updates, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments in the city. Watch the full video for details.
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.
The Portfolio 2026 news photo exhibition is now open at Kochi's High Court Water Metro terminal. Featuring 66 poignant images by 35 photojournalists, it captures key moments of 2025. Visit before Jan 1.
Kochi's iconic Cochin Carnival decentralises this New Year with giant Pappanji burnings in Kakkanad, Pallikkara & more. Discover new venues, spiritual retreats & midnight cruises for 2024 celebrations.
A wild tiger fell into a 40-foot well in Kerala's Pathanamthitta district. Forest department officials are leading urgent rescue efforts to save the big cat. Details inside.
Stay ahead with the latest from Kochi! Get crucial updates on civic affairs, traffic alerts, metro services, weather, and key political developments for December 30, 2025.
A routine photography trip in Kochi turned into a dramatic rescue mission when a buffalo was found sinking in mud. Read how a photographer, a truck driver, and fire services saved a life, embodying constitutional duty and compassion.
Kochi Muziris Biennale's Island Mural Project brings vibrant public art to Kochi's walls. Artists like Aravani Project and Trespassers create works reflecting local stories. Discover the 'people's biennale' in action.