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244 persons arrested in Kerala under Operation D-Hunt drive against drug dealers

244 persons arrested in Kerala Police's Operation D-Hunt special drive; MDMA, hashish oil, brown sugar & ganja seized. 61 arrested from Kochi, 37.41 g of MDMA from Kollam & 22.85 g from Thiruvananthapuram rural. 1,373 persons checked, database of dealers prepared & monitored. Public can pass on info to anti-narcotic…

The Hindu · Sep 24, 2023

KSINC launches second tourist vessel service on Kochi-Palaikari route

KSINC launches Cleopatra, its second tourist boat, on Kochi-Palaikari route, covering backwaters of Ernakulam, Alappuzha, and Kottayam. Boats have 100 seats, 20 of which are air-conditioned. Tour package of ₹999 includes lunch, tea, snacks, and activities like angling, boating, kayaking, and motorboat ride.

The Hindu · Sep 23, 2023

Kochi’s Nehru Stadium is a recipe for disaster, feels AFC general secretary John

Kochi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium is home to Kerala Blasters, the most popular club in the Indian Super League. Despite the amazing atmosphere, AFC General Secretary Datuk Seri Windsor John believes the stadium is a recipe for disaster. He expressed concerns about the lack of infrastructure, including security, and the stadium's…

The Hindu · Sep 23, 2023

Let the ball do the talking as ISL kicks off with Blasters hosting Bengaluru FC in Kochi

KOCHI: The Indian Super League is entering a decade of existence. While the league that was introduced to give a major facelift to Indian football has partially succeeded in its endeavour, controversies have been its constant companion. Kerala Blasters’ decision to walk off the pitch midway through their playoff game…

The Times of India · Sep 20, 2023

Spur road to Thripunithura: MPs meet NHAI chief

KOCHI: MPs Benny Behanan and Thomas Chazhikadan met NHAI Chairman Santosh Yadav to demand a spur road connecting Kochi-Theni greenfield NH 85 corridor with land acquired 30 yrs ago for Thripunithura Bypass. NHAI to study project and submit report. Final alignment of greenfield NH corridor to prevent congestion at Kundannoor…

The Hindu · Sep 20, 2023

ODI World Cup: South Africa will be first team to arrive in Thiruvananthapuram

KOCHI: Temba Bavuma-led South Africa will be the first to arrive in Thiruvananthapuram for the World Cup warm-up matches that will be played at the Greenfield stadium from September 29-October 3. The Proteas will be landing in the state capital late on Sunday night. They will be followed by Afghanistan,…

The Times of India · Sep 18, 2023

ODI World Cup: South Africa will be the first team to arrive in Thiruvananthapuram

KOCHI: Temba Bavuma-led South Africa will be the first to arrive in Thiruvananthapuram for the World Cup warm-up matches which will be played at the Greenfield stadium from September 29-October 3. The Proteas will be landing in the state capital late on Sunday night. South Africa will be followed by…

The Times of India · Sep 18, 2023

Tropical Titans steals the show at launch of third edition of Champions Boat League

Reigning champions Tropical Titans finished first in the opening race of the Champions Boat League (CBL), the third edition of which kick-started with a keenly contested race held in the Marine Drive backwaters in Kochi on Saturday, by covering the 1-km track in 3.27 minutes.

The Hindu · Sep 16, 2023

Fish genetic resources centre in Kochi discovers viruses that can spell trouble for ornamental fisheries

Centre for Peninsular & Marine Fish Genetic Resources (PAGR) in Kochi discovers 3 viruses affecting ornamental fish industry. PAGR is conducting surveillance & developing strategies to prevent & manage diseases, while NBFGR is conserving native species by ranching 2 endangered catfish in Chalakkudy river. PAGR celebrates 25 yrs with conservation…

The Hindu · Sep 16, 2023

Champions Boat League to get under way at Marine Drive in Kochi on September 16

Champions Boat League, the boat race organised by Kerala Tourism, starts at Marine Drive. 9 chundan vallams & 16 iruttukuthy vallams will compete for ₹5.95 crore prize. Cultural events, flash mobs, Navy band & exercise will mark the event.

The Hindu · Sep 15, 2023