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Kochi Corporation to get German support for sustainable development projects

Germany offers support for sustainable development projects of Kochi Corp. Mayor Anilkumar held discussions with German delegation. Projects include Mullassery canal rejuvenation, Cycle with Kochi, and Water Metro.

The Hindu · Nov 4, 2023

Kalamassery blasts: police register 54 cases for social media posts fomenting communal hatred

The Kerala Police have registered 54 cases for communally instigative social media posts that were made in the aftermath of the recent blasts at a prayer convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses at Kalamassery in Kochi.

The Hindu · Nov 4, 2023

Popular Kerala food vlogger Rahul N. Kutty found dead at home

Rahul N. Kutty, 33, a popular Kerala food vlogger, was found dead in his residence in Kochi on November 4. Police suspect it to be a suicide. He was part of Eat Kochi Eat, introducing various foods and eateries since 2015. His death was met with shock and condolences on…

The Hindu · Nov 4, 2023

Builders anticipate near future demand for 40,000 new houses in Kochi

CREDAI Kochi anticipates 40,000 dwelling units in city/suburbs due to expansion of IT-related work spaces. Infrastructure needed to handle rising demand, incl. decongesting roads. CREDAI welcomes Kochi Corp's decision to take all stakeholders into confidence before finalising masterplan. Builders expect substantial growth in Kerala due to tourism sector post-COVID. Shortage…

The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023

Kochi hosts regional workshop on horticulture

Regional workshop on horticulture in Kochi addresses issues related to southern States & UTs. Joint Sec. Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture stresses need for innovation & modern tech. Prabhat Kumar, Horticulture Commissioner, calls for integrating food & nutritional security. Hello Naariyal, call centres for Friends of Coconut Tree, launched.

The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023

K-Smart to issue building permits in 30 seconds, rollout in January in Kochi

Kochik-Smart, a unified software, will be rolled out in all corporations & municipalities in Kerala on Jan 1. It will cut red tape, make permits transparent & efficient. It uses Chat GPT, AI & blockchain tech. Training is underway for those who will use it to issue permits. CREDAI was…

The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023

Kochi witnesses foggy mornings

It was mostly visible between 6.30 a.m. and 7.30 a.m. Weather experts pointed out that there was nothing unusual about the phenomenon.

The Hindu · Nov 1, 2023

Suppliers from other States stage protest seeking clearance of dues by Kerala Civil Supplies Corporation

Suppliers from five States protest in Kochi, demanding ₹650 crore dues from Supplyco. They fear bank action and property attachment if dues not cleared. Supplyco owes ₹1,500 crore to suppliers from five States, who are unable to pay GST on their supplies.

The Hindu · Nov 1, 2023

Kerala blasts: Accused unrepentant during interrogation, says he has proved a point

Martin V.D., accused of multiple explosions at a Jehovah’s Witnesses gathering in Kochi, Kerala, showed no remorse. He wanted to convey a message against teachings he deemed ‘anti-national’. Police found no evidence of radicalisation and he had planned the attack while working in Dubai. NIA is looking into whether he…

The Hindu · Nov 1, 2023

Kochi blast: Man who surrendered arrested after 14 hours of questioning

KOCHI: The Special Investigation Team (SIT) of the state police on Monday recorded the arrest of Kochi native Dominic Martin in connection with the explosion at a convention of the Christian denomination Jehovah’s Witnesses in Kalamassery that killed three persons and injured several others.

The Times of India · Oct 30, 2023