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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…

The Economic Times · Jul 12

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…

The Economic Times · Jul 6

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,…

The Economic Times · Jul 5

Low-flying aircraft damages another house near Kochi airport; CIAL explores compensation, DGCA seeks report

A house near Cochin International Airport suffered damage from a low-flying aircraft. This marks the third such incident in a year. Cochin International Airport Limited is now considering compensation for affected residents using corporate social responsibility funds. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation will seek a report on the latest…

The Economic Times · Jun 16

Indian Navy recovers, disposes of unexploded missile warhead from oil tanker off Oman coast

According to the defence spokesperson, the Marshall Islands-flagged tanker MT Olympic Life, which had no Indian nationals on board, was sailing from Fujairah in the UAE to Kochi when it reported an explosion in its hull on May 26 off the coast of Oman.

The Economic Times · Jun 11

AirAsia ordered to pay Rs 90,750 after flight delay damages Kerala man's plant

A farmer's hybrid jackfruit sapling was damaged due to a significant flight delay by AirAsia, leading to a missed connection. The consumer commission ordered AirAsia to pay Rs 90,750 in compensation for deficiency in service, including ticket fare refund, travel expenses, and mental agony. The airline failed to appear before…

The Economic Times · Jun 11

Employee shocked after discovering salary cut for every leave day despite annual leave entitlement

A Kochi-based manager is raising concerns after their employer deducts salary for approved annual leave, a policy not disclosed during hiring. Despite being offered 15 days of leave, the employee found their pay reduced monthly, with HR explaining reimbursement occurs annually. This practice impacts monthly finances and has prompted the…

The Economic Times · Jun 9

Classes 6-8 in Kerala govt schools face major textbook delay of around 45 days

Kochi faces a textbook crisis. Classes 6 to 8 books are delayed by 45 days. Only 80 percent are printed. Binding is also behind schedule. This impacts school reopening. Paper supply issues and payment arrears are blamed. The KBPS management is under scrutiny. Students may not receive books on time.

The Economic Times · May 19

Centre launches short Hajj package to cut pilgrimage duration to around 20 days

A new short Hajj package is now available for Indian pilgrims. This initiative allows professionals to complete their pilgrimage in about 20 days. Previously, the Hajj required 40 to 45 days. Around 10,000 pilgrims will benefit from this scheme. The first flight departs from Kochi on May 17. This makes…

The Economic Times · May 16

Japan's Kochi Offers 20,000 Yen Dating App Subsidy as Government Pushes Matchmaking Apps to Fight Population Crisis

Kochi in Japan offers a 20,000 yen subsidy for dating apps as officials push matchmaking services to combat the country's population crisis.

International Business Times UK · Apr 20