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Cochin Shipyard to form Rs 1,800 crore JV with DP World's Drydocks World Dubai for Kochi facility

Cochin Shipyard has successfully established a joint venture with Drydocks World Dubai to enhance its ship repair operations. This new partnership will manage the International Ship Repair Facility in Kochi, focusing on dry-docking and repairs for both commercial and naval vessels. By improving India's ship repair capabilities, this venture is…

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Why Panting Fails Your Dog in India's Humidity and What Heatstroke Actually Looks Like

The only cooling system a dog actually hasA dog's skin produces almost no sweat. The merocrine sweat glands in their paw pads release a small amount of moisture, but not nearly enough to regulate core body temperature. Everything depends on the respiratory tract. When a dog pants, it moves air…

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What Indian Women Are Actually Wearing to Job Interviews Now and Why the Old Dress Rules Are Dead

The Blazer Is Not Gone, It Just Stopped Being a UniformThe structured black blazer over a white shirt was, for two decades, the default interview outfit for Indian women across sectors, banking, consulting, media, tech. It communicated seriousness without saying anything specific about the person wearing it. That was the…

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Onion prices rise nearly 50%: Govt to run Kanda Express from today

Onion Price Today: Onion prices have risen sharply across India, with the average retail price reaching Rs 42 per kg. To increase supplies and control prices, the Centre will start operating Kanda Express trains from Nashik to Delhi, Chennai, Kochi and Guwahati from Monday. The government will release buffer stock…

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CIAL accuses SpiceJet of misinformation over Kochi flight disruptions

Cochin International Airport Limited stated no adverse weather affected Kochi flights. SpiceJet spread misinformation by blaming weather for service disruptions. The airport operator noted ongoing operational issues with SpiceJet flights. These problems have caused considerable passenger inconvenience and uncertainty. CIAL advised passengers to recheck their flight status with the airline.

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Fashion Rental Is Growing in These Indian Cities, Here Is Why It Is Actually Working

The Cities Where Rental Has Critical MassMumbai, Bengaluru, and Delhi account for the bulk of active fashion rental transactions in India, and the reasons are structural rather than cultural. Mumbai has the highest concentration of destination weddings, film-adjacent events, and corporate parties that demand one-time outfits. Bengaluru's large salaried tech…

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5 Monsoon Productivity Habits Indian Professionals in High-Rainfall Cities Swear By

1. Front-load the day before the rain peaksIn cities like Mumbai and Kochi, the heaviest rainfall typically arrives between noon and 4 PM during peak monsoon months. Professionals who have figured this out treat the early morning window, roughly 6 AM to 10 AM, as protected time. Deep work, client…

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What Lakme Fashion Week Actually Means for How Everyday Indian Women Are Dressing

The runway is not a wardrobeYou watch the models walk. The silhouettes are architectural, the fabrics are things you'd need to Google, and the styling involves a kind of studied dishevelment that takes a team of people to achieve. Lakme Fashion Week is, in this sense, a performance. A very…

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IndiGo launches new flight services from Vijayawada to Varanasi and Kolkata

In an exciting development, Union Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu unveiled new IndiGo flight services that link Vijayawada with Varanasi and Kolkata. The flights will operate every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, generating considerable enthusiasm among passengers. Local MP Vallabhaneni Balashowry expressed interest in having direct international flights to Dubai and…

The Economic Times

AI hardware finds new ground in Kochi through SFO Technologies and Smart IOPs

In a groundbreaking partnership, SFO Technologies and Smart IOPS are set to revolutionize AI data storage solutions through specialized hardware manufacturing. By embedding state-of-the-art controller technology into high-performance SSDs, this collaboration exemplifies India's growing tech prowess. The initiative not only enhances the semiconductor industry domestically but also fortifies India's role…

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Attempt to murder charge against passenger who tried to open exit gate of Kuala Lumpur-Kochi flight

Police added an attempt to murder charge against a passenger on a Kochi-bound flight. He allegedly tried to open the emergency exit and damaged a window panel. The cabin crew intervened and restrained the passenger after he threatened others. He was arrested upon arrival and police are investigating his motive.…

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After centuries in India, the last Cochin Jews try to keep their history alive

Kochi's historic Jew Town now has only two remaining Jewish congregants. These individuals strive to preserve their community's centuries-old heritage and traditions. Many Jews migrated to Israel in the 1950s, leaving behind their homes. Non-Jewish neighbors now actively work to maintain the Jewish culture and history. These preservation efforts ensure…

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Passenger held for trying to open emergency exit on Kochi-bound flight

A passenger was detained by police after attempting to unlock an emergency exit. He also damaged the exit door's windowpane and intimidated fellow passengers. The Batik Air flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kochi experienced the incident mid-air. Cabin crew members successfully restrained the disruptive individual on board. He faces charges…

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Govt plans 44 airports for Hub and Spoke flights to boost global connectivity

India is developing a Hub and Spoke aviation model to become a global hub. Air India launched new flights connecting smaller cities to international destinations. This initiative aims to provide seamless travel for passengers from Tier-II and Tier-III airports. The government plans to develop 4 hubs and 40 additional airports…

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How to Dress Kids in Indian Weather for Comfort Without Giving Up Cute Clothing Choices

The Fabric Decision Is the Only Decision That MattersEvery other choice, colour, silhouette, print, sits on top of fabric. Get the fabric wrong and nothing else can save the outfit. For most of the country, most of the year, the answer is cotton. Single-jersey cotton, mulmul, and khadi cotton all…

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Dust Mite Allergies Are Behind Half of All Asthma Cases in Indian Homes, and Here Is Why

The creature living in your mattress right nowA standard double mattress in an Indian home can harbour between one and ten million dust mites at any given time. The figure comes from a 2018 review published in the Indian Journal of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, which found that house dust…

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Qatar Airways denied boarding to family's two children, including a 10-month-old infant, despite issuing boarding passes; court orders Rs 10 lakh compensation

A Kerala consumer commission found Qatar Airways guilty of service deficiency. The airline denied boarding to two children on a family's return journey. This occurred despite verified travel documents and issued boarding passes for all. The commission ordered the airline to pay ten lakh rupees compensation. The family suffered significant…

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‘My life is in danger’: Kumbh Mela viral girl resurfaces in Kochi, makes serious claims against father

The Prayagraj Kumbh Mela viral girl has approached Kochi police seeking protection, alleging threats to her life and accusing her father of taking her passport and money. Her husband, Farmaan Khan, faces a kidnapping case in Madhya Pradesh amid a dispute over her age and their relationship.

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Indian Navy to host multinational maritime training exercise 'Operation Southern Readiness 26-2' in Kochi

The Indian Navy will host Operation Southern Readiness 26-2 in Kochi from July 20 to 23. This multinational training engagement partners with the Combined Maritime Forces for maritime security. Personnel will receive professional training and exchange best practices in various maritime security areas. The program combines classroom instruction, simulator training,…

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Kerala govt to launch 'Pink Chitty' to encourage women to save travel cost benefits: CM

Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan on Sunday said his government would launch a 'Pink Chitty' scheme through the Kerala State Financial Enterprises Ltd. to promote savings amongst women generated from free travel initiatives. He urged women not to spend their savings and instead invest in such schemes. The CM announced…

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BRICS Women's Working Group meeting begins in Kochi; focus on women-led development

India is hosting a crucial BRICS Women's Working Group Meeting in Kochi, focusing on women's empowerment and development. Senior officials are deliberating on key issues under India's 2026 BRICS Chairship, emphasizing shared commitment despite geographical distances. Discussions revolve around resilience, innovation, cooperation, and sustainability, with a people-centric approach. This meeting…

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INS Sanshodhak joins Southern Naval Command in Kochi

INS Sanshodhak, the Indian Navy's fourth Survey Vessel Large, has arrived in Kochi, its new home port. Commissioned in Kolkata by Prime Minister Modi, this indigenously built ship boasts advanced hydrographic and oceanographic systems. Beyond its primary survey role, Sanshodhak can support disaster relief and function as a hospital ship,…

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900 medical coding staff terminated abruptly at Kerala offices of US healthcare firm; government steps in

Hundreds of medical coders in Kochi and Kozhikode faced abrupt termination from a US-based healthcare firm, sparking outrage. Employees reported being forced out without notice, prompting intervention from Kerala's Labour Department and local MLA Uma Thomas. The company has agreed to discuss compensation and has put further terminations on hold…

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Planning a Trip to Lakshadweep: Permits, Ferries, Budget, and Whether the Islands Are Worth It

The Permit Problem Nobody Warns You AboutForeign nationals need an entry permit to visit Lakshadweep, and so do Indian citizens, though the process differs. Indians travelling to most islands need a permit issued by the Lakshadweep Administration, and the catch is that independent travellers cannot get one on their own.…

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Six Bangladeshi nationals held for staying illegally in Kerala's Kochi

Kerala Police apprehended six Bangladeshi nationals in Kochi for alleged illegal stay. Acting on intelligence, a raid on a scrap shop uncovered fake identity documents. The individuals confessed to working in the city for months. Authorities are investigating their entry into Kerala and any facilitators. The arrested individuals face charges…

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