HISTORICAL FACTS: 15 | History Defined

Free-left turns are not really free in Kochi

TRC to address traffic snarls due to narrow/non-existent/encroached free-left turns at junctions in November. Road users, enforcement personnel complain of PWD, NHAI, civic agencies failing to ensure free left turns. Traffic police cabins, footpaths, haphazard parking obstructing free left turns. NATPAC, SiRST, MVD, police must ensure wide free left turns,…

The Hindu · Oct 27, 2023

Steps sought to ensure safety of differently abled people using footpaths

Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) faces suo motu proceedings for delay in relocating electric posts & other utilities from footpaths being renovated. Notice to be sent to KMRL; steps must be taken to ensure safe movement of pedestrians, especially differently abled. KMRL yet to receive any intimation; works being done…

The Hindu · Oct 27, 2023

Seven students of Cusat in Kerala booked for ragging juniors in hostel

Seven Cusat students booked for ragging 13 juniors in Kochi. Accused identified as Adithyan K., Aravind B., Mohammed Zidan N.S., Muhammed Asif K.V., George Anil, Muhammed Savad P.F. and Navaneeth V. They allegedly detained, kicked, beat, slapped, verbally abused and forced juniors to dance and sing. Booked under Kerala Prohibition…

The Hindu · Oct 27, 2023

Greater Cochin Development Authority rules out structural issues to Kaloor stadium in Kerala after Asian Football Confederation raised concerns

GCDA dismisses AFC's safety concerns on Kochi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in kaloor as baseless. Stadium's structural issues being addressed; AFC had not raised matter officially with GCDA. KBFC had responded to AFC's concerns. AFC official had expressed reservations about lack of infrastructure, security, segregation of fans, etc.

The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023

Kerala youth on ventilator support following suspected food poisoning after consuming shawarma

Kerala restaurant owner booked after youth put on ventilator due to suspected food poisoning. Rahul D. Nair, 22, consumed shawarma from the restaurant in Kochi on October 18. He developed health issues and was admitted to a private hospital in Kakkanad. Health wing shut down restaurant after complaint. Food safety…

The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023

1,29,921 people travel by Kochi metro

Kochi Metro saw a record 1,27,698 passengers on Saturday due to ISL match. 50% discount on ticket fare after 10 p.m. enabled many to commute via the system of mass rapid transport.

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023

ISL: Refereeing in the spotlight as Kerala Blasters, NEUFC share the spoils

KOCHI: Kerala Blasters came from behind to snatch a 1-1 draw against NorthEast United FC to share points in a fourth-round clash of ISL-10 at Jawaharlal Nehru International stadium, Kochi on Saturday.

The Times of India · Oct 21, 2023

BIS raids steel manufacturer in Thrissur, seizes hollow steel sections without valid licence

The Kochi branch of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) conducted a raid at New Malayalam Steel Private Limited at Mala in Thrissur district on Friday and found that the company was manufacturing hollow steel sections for structural use with ISI marking without a valid licence from the BIS and…

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023

ISL- 10 | Kerala Blasters looks to get back to winning ways

Kerala Blasters look to get back to winning ways against NorthEast United in Kochi. Blasters' assistant coach Frank Dauwen believes NEU is a much-improved side from last season, while NEU head coach Juan Pedro Benali expects a tough game. Fans can look forward to an exciting evening of football.

The Hindu · Oct 20, 2023

ISL match: Kochi metro to operate till 11.30 p.m. on Saturday

Kochi Metro trains will run late on Sat. for IPL match at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. Return tickets available with 50% discount after 10pm. #KMRL #IPL #Kochi

The Hindu · Oct 20, 2023