Three youth killed as speeding car crashes into bike in Kochi, driver booked
The deceased are Eyas of Coorg in Karnataka, Gopika from Mannarkkad in Palakkad, and Devika from Wayanad. They were employees of an antique shop in Thrikkakara
ISL 2026: All-Indian Inter Kashi face star-studded Kerala Blasters
Digital Desk | Balewadi, Oct 11 (IANS) A fascinating battle of contrasting squad make-ups awaits as domestic-only Inter Kashi host a Kerala Blasters FC in their Indian Super League opening clash at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex on Sunday. With the venue set to serve as Inter Kashis home ground for the season, the occasion presents an added challenge as they look to make home advantage count. The hosts will look to draw confidence from their 2-1 victory over the Blasters in Kochi earlier this year, while Kerala arrive with a revamped squad under head coach Ashley Westwood, including four new overseas signings. Inter Kashi enter the season with an all-Indian squad after registering 22 players ahead of a fresh FIFA transfer-registration ban. Their recruitment has brought in several players with ISL experience, including goalkeeper Albino Gomes from Jamshedpur FC, defender Laldinliana Renthlei from Chennaiyin FC, winger Rosenberg Gilbert Gabriel and forward Manvir Singh, both from Jamshedpur, and striker Ayush Chhikara from Mumbai City FC. The challenge will be to turn that experience into a competitive unit against a Kerala Blasters side that has undergone significant changes ahead of the new campaign. The clubs new ownership has overseen an extensive recruitment drive, with head coach Ashley Westwood bringing back the clubs heartbeat, Adrian Luna, while adding four overseas players: English defender James Bolton, winger Andre Green, Montenegro international midfielder Neboja Kosovic and Guinean forward Momo Yansane. The Blasters have also strengthened their Indian contingent, bringing in experienced goalkeeper Amrinder Singh and midfielder Mohammad Yasir, alongside younger attacking options. Amrinders arrival is particularly noteworthy against an Inter Kashi side that also features a goalkeeper with previous Blasters experience in Gomes. Skipper Luna expects a competitive test against Inter Kashi, saying, Every game here in India is tough. It doesn't matter if you play with an Indian squad or with foreigners. Westwood, meanwhile, has made his ambitions clear ahead of the opener: Our sole aim is to win every football match and to win trophies. The Blasters will also be without defender Bikash Yumnam, who is expected to miss around a month with a calf injury. With Inter Kashi seeking to show that their domestic core can hold its own against a revamped Kerala Blasters side, Westwoods men will be keen to turn their summer recruitment into results. Sundays clash will offer an early test of both sides ambitions for the new campaign.
Melpadom Chundan finishes first in Champions Boat League race in Keralams Kochi
Effective policing must as cybercriminals target vulnerable groups, says Keralam Minister
C0c0n-2026, the cybersecurity summit concludes in Keralams Kochi
Minister Bindu Krishna pledges full support to survivor of alleged gang rape in Kochi
The alleged gang rape took place on October 2, 2026, at a lodge in the city
Flights between Kochi and Saudi destinations remain disrupted
Delhi protest crackdown triggers wave of demonstrations across Kochi
The CPI(M) took out protest marches following the reports of the detention of senior leaders
Minister Visits Kochi Gang-Rape Victim, Promises Justice
Keralam Women and Child Development Minister Bindhu Krishnan visited a woman in Kochi who was allegedly gang-raped after being lured with a job offer. The minister assured that the government is committed to ensuring justice and maximum punishment for the perpetrators. Police have arrested four individuals and are searching for two more in connection with the case.
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Aged, sedimented pipelines hit water-carrying capacity in Kochi
Studies conducted by French firm SUEZ to assess the condition of Kerala Water Authority (KWA) pipelines have found significant deterioration in pipelines in several localities
CJP Keralam volunteers travel to Delhi amid suspected police surveillance
A group of around 20 CJP volunteers had left for Delhi from different parts of the State two days ago, according to the movements State leaders
Indias first cyber Trojan Horse garners eyeballs at security meet in Kochi
Titled The Trojan Project, Indias first Cyber Trojan Horse, the 25-feet tall statue of a horse, weighing approximately two tonnes, has been created by artist DaVinci Suresh
How diet food in Kochi got yummy
With subscription-based providers offering healthier alternatives, Kochi has joined the Fit Foodie trend, making diet food fun and tasty
KVS TGT Social Science Recruitment 2026
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1 Naval Base Kochi (KVS) has invited eligible candidates to attend a Walk-in Interview for the post of TGT Social Science. The walk-in interview will be held on 21 October 2026. Candidates should report at 10:00 AM. Further details are available at no1cochin.kvs.ac.in.
Training programme held in connection with Mental Health Day
The programme was aimed at creating awareness about rehabilitation, laws, and societal interventions for people with mental health challenges
Kerala Police to collaborate with Kochi start-up to try robots in traffic management
The machines were exhibited at c0c0n 2026, an annual cybersecurity conference held in Kochi
Pinarayi, Riyas and Veena denied an opportunity to be heard, which can be construed as denial of natural justice and could be challenged in the High Court or the Supreme Court, they say. Some also say that single judges order bypasses a law that mandates approval from the competent authority to conduct inquiry into public servants
Kerala Police to deploy robots for traffic control, disaster rescue
Digital Desk | Kochi, Oct 9 (IANS) Kerala will strengthen its Cyberdome to tackle growing cyber threats. The state police will also use indigenously developed robots for traffic control, disaster management and rescue operations. State Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala announced this on Friday while inaugurating the 19th COCON Security and Hacking Conference organised by the Kerala Police. He said that cyberattacks and new security threats were increasing with the rapid growth of technology. The government, police, researchers and technology companies must work together to meet these challenges. The theft of personal data and financial fraud pose serious threats to individuals and institutions. Critical infrastructure, including power plants, hospitals and financial institutions, also needs better protection. Military information and government records must be secured, Chennithala said. The growing use of artificial intelligence in warfare, politics and governance has created new cybersecurity challenges, he added and stressed the need to protect data and personal privacy. Cybersecurity measures, he said, must also be lawful and responsible. The Kerala Police has developed new robotic systems with the support of iHub Robotics. These are designed for traffic management, rescue operations, disaster response and industrial automation. The systems include Daksha, a robot designed to manage traffic; Kavach, which can assist rescue teams in difficult terrain and deliver essential supplies; and Tara, which can provide information in different languages and guide visitors. Traffic management robots can reduce the workload of police personnel who spend long hours on roads in the sun and rain, the Minister said. The new technology would help make police operations more efficient. The state government would also train more personnel in cybersecurity and improve public awareness of online threats. International cooperation and public-private partnerships were essential to tackle cybercrime, Chennithala said. He added that COCON had emerged as an important platform for sharing cybersecurity knowledge and new ideas. The conference would benefit the police, government, industry and the international community. Deputy National Security Adviser T.V. Ravichandran, Challa Srinivasulu Setty, and Director Generals of Police Ravada Chandrasekhar and Manoj Abraham attended the conference.
Overseas demand lift orthodox tea prices in Kochi auctions
Traders attribute the surge in buying to settling of pending payments of earlier sales, facilitating overseas buyers to place fresh orders in the auctions
Chennithala says UDF government has so far acted in the case only on the basis of legal advice
Kochi Corporation, BPCL-KR at odds over Brahmapuram CBG plant performance
The functioning of the 150-tonne Compressed Biogas plant at Brahmapuram remains a bone of contention between the Kochi Corporation and BPCL-KR, the plant operator, more than seven months after it was commissioned
Kerala HC directs KWA, Devaswom board, other agencies to prepare for Sabarimala pilgrimage season
A Division Bench was considering two reports by Sabarimala Special Commissioner R. Jayakrishnan. The reports concerned waste management in Erumely during maasa puja and festival seasons and the repair of KWAs main booster stations at Neelimala and Appachimedu
Excited to work with Harmanpreet, admired her from afar, says MI head coach Williams
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 8 (IANS) Newly appointed Mumbai Indians head coach Luke Williams expressed his delight at getting an opportunity to be a part of the Womens Premier League (WPL) franchise, adding that he was excited to work with captain Harmanpreet Kaur, after having admired her from afar. Obviously, Ive had the pleasure of coaching against Harman in several leagues all over the world and have seen her fabulous talent and brilliant captaincy and leadership qualities and have been able to admire her from afar. So Im absolutely thrilled to be able to work with Harman and work together to really get the best out of the team for this season, said Williams in a video on the franchises YouTube channel on Thursday. He had coached Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a WPL 2024 triumph, and Williams said he was thrilled to get a chance to be a coach in the competition again. I was absolutely delighted when I found out that I was going to be offered the position. To be part of such a prestigious franchise is an absolute honour. Obviously, the WPL team has already achieved so much, having won the competition twice, and Im just so thrilled to be able to get started and meet the playing and support staff to get going. MI is playing an exciting brand of cricket. Quite intimidating as a team with a fantastic fan base as well as players who can take the game away from you very, very quickly. So again, thats the style of cricket that we want to play: to be able to put pressure on the opposition and to never give up. The MI side are going to play a relentless and aggressive style of cricket, and we will definitely continue that this year, which is one of the most exciting things about taking on this role, he added. Commenting on preparations for the upcoming season, with the auction happening in Kochi on October 28, Williams stated that he does not think there needs to be a complete overhaul of the squad considering the depth and balance that MI possess in all departments. Thats one of the most exciting things about being able to come into this particular team is that it has such a strong core. So I dont think that there needs to be a huge amount of changes necessarily. Obviously, were looking at the finer details and making sure that we get the balance right for different conditions that we might come up against. But at the moment I think the squad that we have got is a really good combination of players with the right mix of batting and bowling and seam and spin. Having been here before and also played in the WPL and seen the game grow, the passion of the fans is absolutely phenomenal. So its a really special time to be a part of Mumbai Indians, added Williams. He further pointed out that Indian womens cricket is going through an exciting phase and wants MI to be at the forefront of it all by continuing to play fearless and entertaining cricket. I think that the Indian team is playing some really special cricket at the moment and obviously have had so much success on the international stage. The future for both WPL and Indian cricket is incredibly bright. So we want Mumbai Indians to lead the way in terms of being fearless and taking the game on and playing a brand of cricket that is entertaining for the supporters and something that our fans can be really excited about and proud of, he said. Speaking about his own strengths as a coach, Williams credited his ability to communicate effectively with his players and staff as his main strength. I think obviously the ability to stay calm is always a good quality. As a coach, being able to communicate with different people, players, and staff. I probably take a bit of pride in my communication with people and making sure that they understand the demands clearly and that they feel empowered to do their jobs. So I think thats probably my strength as a coach, he said. Williams signed off by saying about the incredible support that MI gets from its fans and said that he looks forward to seeing them at the matches when WPL 2027 happens from January 14 to February 7. I cant wait to see you all at the games because, as you said, you are simply the heart and soul of the franchise. So it's really exciting to meet everyone and see that fantastic support and know that it plays such a big part in the teams success for the coming season and in the future ahead, said Williams.
Champions Boat League 2026 in Kochi on October 10
Two Kochi-Riyadh flights cancelled over security concerns
Akasa Air and Saudia flights from Kochi cancelled amid reported disruptions at Riyadh airport
Karingachira-Thiruvankulam NH 85 stretch to be widened to 14 metres
Widening aimed at facilitating free left turns at bottlenecked Thiruvankulam Junction; 20-metre-wide roundabout planned at junction for smoother traffic flow; steps to be taken to construct Chitrapuzha-Mamala Bund Road
Drivers suspension sparks heated exchange in Kochi Corporation Council
LDF questions suspension, seeks verification of complaint against driver; Mayor defends action as being in accordance with Kerala Municipality Act; Council to hear drivers version and ensure suspension does not affect his service record
Broadway parking issue referred to Kochi Town Planning Committee for long-term solution
Town Planning Committee asked to identify alternative parking spaces and relocate pavement vendors; Council opposes blanket parking ban on Broadway without an alternative arrangement; Corporation to invite tenders for parking management, with upkeep and parking fee limits as conditions
Centre seeks fishers views for national action plan on small-scale fisheries
Digital Desk | New Delhi/Kochi, Oct 8 (IANS) The Centre has begun a nationwide consultation with fishing communities to frame a National Plan of Action for Securing Sustainable Small-Scale Fisheries (NPOA-SSF). The Union Department of Fisheries is leading the exercise, while the Bay of Bengal Programme Inter-Governmental Organisation (BOBP-IGO) is facilitating and coordinating it. The draft action plan is expected to be released on World Fisheries Day on November 21. It will then be opened for public review before finalisation and notification in 2027. Union Fisheries Secretary Dr Abhilaksh Likhi said the consultations were central to the process. These consultations are not a formality to be completed before the plan is drafted. They are where the plan is written, he said. The plan is aimed at protecting the livelihoods of millions of people dependent on small-scale fishing and allied activities. The Centre has asked coastal states and Union Territories to hold consultations and submit the views of fishing communities for inclusion in the plan. Community-led consultations have already been held at Kakdwip in West Bengal and Baleswar in Odisha. More than 20 consultations are planned across the eastern and western coasts and the island territories. The Department has asked Fisheries Departments in coastal states and UTs to appoint nodal officers or teams. They have been asked to organise consultations this month and submit the feedback to the National Task Force drafting the action plan. The exercise is intended to ensure that the concerns and priorities of fishing communities are reflected in the national policy. Joint Secretary, Department of Fisheries, Dr Surabhi Rai said the proposed framework must reflect the realities of fishing communities. The consultations would help record the voices of fishers and fish workers and incorporate them into the policy. About 30 million people in India are linked to fisheries and allied activities, according to Rai. The sector also plays an important role in the country's food and nutritional security. Fourteen fisher community and civil society organisations have joined the community-led consultation process. They include the National Federation of Small-Scale Fish Workers, the National Fishworkers' Forum, and the South Indian Federation of Fishermen Societies. The consultations will cover issues such as access to fisheries resources, sustainable management, livelihood security, decent work, gender equality, climate change, and disaster risks. The consultations will be held in local languages. They will include fishers, crew and share workers, migrant fish workers, fish vendors, dry-fish processors, and youth. Separate discussions will also be held for women and young participants. The NPOA-SSF is being prepared in line with the Food and Agriculture Organisation's Voluntary Guidelines for Securing Sustainable Small-Scale Fisheries and India's National Policy on Marine Fisheries, 2017.
Kochi Corporation rules out land transfer for Brahmapuram waste-to-energy plant
Corporation open to leasing land but insists on retaining ownership; Councillors oppose regional plant and want only waste generated within the district treated at Brahmapuram; Council seeks clarity on lease period, viability gap funding and Corporations liabilities
Crime Branch defends pace of probe into Chander Kunj Army towers in Kochi amid owners concerns
In letter to affected apartment owners, Economic Offences Wing of Crime Branch, Ernakulam Range, dismisses allegations of lack of progress in investigation into alleged irregularities and offences related to construction
Attire is a citizens choice: Kerala HC backs school headmistress over churidar row
Court was considering a petition by headmistress of a Kollam school seeking to disqualify school manager for allegedly denying her entry for wearing a churidar instead of a sari
Kerala HC rejects in camera trial plea in SFI activist Abhimanyu murder case
Kerala HC rejects in camera trial plea in SFI activist Abhimanyu murder case Kochi: The Kerala High Court on Wednesday rejected a plea by the accused in the 2018 murder of SFI activist Abhimanyu seeking an in camera trial, holding that criminal proceedings are ordinarily required to be conducted in open court. Justice C.S. Dias [] The post Kerala HC rejects in camera trial plea in SFI activist Abhimanyu murder case appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Maharashtra wins both team titles at 10th AIPA National Pickleball Championship in Kochi
The 10th AIPA National Pickleball Championship 2026 concluded after four days of competition from October 1 to 4 in Kochi. Hosted by the Federation of Pickleball Associations of Kerala (FPAK), the championship was held in the state for the first time. Players from across the country competed in Singles, Doubles and Mixed Doubles across nine age categories, from U-10 to 60+. Maharashtra won the Junior/Senior Championship Trophy with 12 gold, 11 silver and 8 bronze medals. Madhya Pradesh finished as first runners-up with 5 gold, 2 silver and 2 bronze, while Tamil Nadu were second runners-up with 3 gold, 2 silver and 3 bronze, according to a press release from AIPA. In the Veteran Championship, Maharashtra again emerged as winners with 7 gold, 3 silver and 5 bronze medals. Karnataka finished as first runners-up with 4 gold, 7 silver and 3 bronze, while Madhya Pradesh were second runners-up. In U-10, Aaryav Desai (MAH) won Boys Singles, ahead of Rela Parimi (AP). Agastya Shah and Mahir (MA...
Textile merchants stage protest against UPI charge move in Kochi
KTGA members protest reported proposal to impose a 0.4% merchant discount rate on UPI transactions from October 15
GIDA authorised to develop Queens Walkway in Kochi, says High Court
Division Bench sets aside Single Bench order on commercial kiosks at Queens Walkway; GIDAs proposal includes kiosks on deck space adjacent to the walkway; Authority to demarcate a clear, obstruction-free walkway, court notes
Migrant children in Ernakulam get training in Madhubani painting
31 students from five schools enrolled in the Roshni project take part; Ten-day programme being held at GVHSS, Kunnumpuram; Training aims to impart vocational skills alongside studies
Supplyco opens 24-hour convenience store in Kochi, expands Sabari brand
More such outlets are planned at suitable locations like the 24-hour convenience store opened at Vyttila Mobility Hub
Air India, Singapore Airlines announce expansion of commercial cooperation
Air India and Singapore Airlines on Wednesday announced an expansion of their commercial cooperation to provide more flight options for travellers between India and Singapore. The expansion is part of the initiatives under the Commercial Cooperation Framework Agreement inked in January this year. From October 15, both airlines will offer travellers a wider range of itinerary and flight options through their respective booking channels. This covers 126 weekly flights between Singapore and eight Indian cities: Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kochi, Kolkata, and Mumbai, Air India said in a release on Wednesday. At present, an eligible Air India-operated codeshare flight booked through SIA must include an SIA-operated flight, and vice versa. This requirement will be removed from October 15, allowing travellers to book eligible flights between India and Singapore operated by either airline on a standalone basis through each other's booking channels. Currently, an ..
Two More Nabbed In Kochi Gangrape Case
Two more individuals, including a woman, have been arrested in connection with the recent gangrape of a woman in Kalamassery, Kochi. The accused, Saranya and Sanju, were apprehended in Wayanad. Police state that Saranya played a prime role in the assault, which involved four people and occurred on October 2. Two other accused have already been remanded, and the survivor's partner revealed harrowing details of the incident.
Two more taken into custody in Kochi gang-rape case
Saranya, aka Ammu, and Sanju were taken into custody from Wayanad
Government Order dropping six Water Metro terminals in Keralams Kochi draws flak
Critics say the decision to drop at least two of the six terminals will affect the intended water transport connectivity to places located far away from Kochi city. The terminals that have been dropped are Thevara, Aster, Amrita, Kothad, Cheriyamthuruth, and Mulavukad
Kerala High Court sets aside detention order of Thiruvananthapuram councillor R. Sugathan
Veegaland Developers revenue rose 79% to Rs 74 crore in Q1 FY27
Veegaland Developers has reported a 79% increase in revenue from operations in the first quarter of FY 2027. Profit also rose to Rs 9.72 crore, up from Rs 3.21 crore the previous year. The company launched a new residential project, Veegaland Amora, in Kochi which adds to its portfolio.
NCW seeks report from Kerala Police over Kochi gangrape within 7 days
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) The dignity, bodily autonomy, privacy and safety of every woman must be protected without compromise, the National Commission for Women (NCW) said on Tuesday, seeking a report from Kerala Police within seven days over the alleged drugging and gang rape of a woman in Kerala's Kochi. Taking suo motu cognisance of the incident, NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar wrote to the Kerala Director General of Police Ravada Azad Chandrasekhar, seeking a fair, comprehensive and time-bound investigation, identification of all persons involved and strict action under applicable provisions of law, an official statement said. An Action Taken Report has been sought within seven days, it said. The NCW took note of a deeply disturbing media report regarding the alleged drugging and gang rape of a woman at Kalamassery in Kochi after she was reportedly lured on the promise of a job as a spa manager. The incident allegedly took place on October 2 and visuals of the alleged assault were reportedly recorded, the statement said. The Commission has also called for investigation into the alleged job offer, preservation and forensic examination of digital evidence, identification of persons responsible for recording or circulating the alleged visuals, the statement added. Rahatkar also recommended an examination of any wider organised modus operandi targeting women through fraudulent employment offers. The Commission has also sought continued medical and psychological care, legal aid, victim-support services and protection for the survivor. The dignity, bodily autonomy, privacy and safety of every woman must be protected without compromise, Rahatkar said. Earlier last month, the Commission took taken suo motu cognisance of the reported gruesome murder of a woman and a child in Attappadi in Kerala's Palakkad district and sought a report from the state police. The severed and decomposed body parts of the victims were reportedly found stuffed in sacks and abandoned on the banks of the Bhavani river, as per a media report. The NCW Chairperson has written to the Kerala Director General of Police, seeking immediate apprehension of the suspect, identification of all possible accomplices, a thorough and impartial investigation, and preservation of forensic evidence, an official statement said. Necessary assistance and support to the victims' families during the identification and legal process have also been sought, it added.
Kochi Corporation mulls mobile ABC units to ensure balanced stray dog control
For long, councillors from West Kochi have complained of discrimination in catching of stray dogs for sterilisation at the Corporations ABC Centre at Brahmapuram
The court says Rugby should be included in State-level sports events as it is part of the National School Games
Parliamentary panel visits HMT Kalamassery unit
The panel will recommend measures to the Union government and concerned authorities to expedite the revival of the cash-strapped PSU
Regular classes at Cusat School of Engineering shift online after chickenpox outbreak
Four cases of chickenpox reported from a hostel block over the past few days
Chander Kunj Army flats handover for demolition stalled as AWHO representatives fail to turn up
Army Welfare Housing Organisation reportedly informs district administration officials that it is awaiting authorisation from headquarters in Delhi
VACB begins probe into alleged irregularities in Mundamveli P&T apartment project in Kochi
Vigilance officials inspected the apartments and their immediate surroundings and interacted with residents and members of the protest committee
Two Arrested in Kerala Gang Rape Case Involving a Female Suspect
Two suspects have been arrested in a gang rape case in Kochi, Kerala, while police continue to search for two additional suspects. Two Arrested in Kerala Gang Rape Case Involving a Female Suspect
Messis Keralam visit row: ED to register money-laundering case
Kochi unit of ED to register Enforcement Case Information Report (ECIR) under provisions of Prevention of Money Laundering Act after revelations of financial transactions worth crores in connection with the failed bid
Kerala: Two held in Kalamassery gang rape case, absconding woman among suspects
Digital Desk | Kochi, Oct 5 (IANS) Two persons have been taken into custody in connection with the alleged gang rape of a young woman in Kalamassery in Kerala's Ernakulam district, while police are on the lookout for two others, including a woman, Kochi City Police Commissioner S. Kaliraj Mahesh Kumar said on Monday. The Commissioner said all aspects of the case were being investigated and that police were looking for the remaining accused. One of those in custody is suspected of links with several spas operating in Kochi. The woman had allegedly been drugged and sexually assaulted after being lured to a lodge at Edappally near here, hours after she was interviewed for a job in a spa. Police said she had come across an advertisement on OLX seeking a manager for a spa. She attended a personal interview on September 2. Later that evening, a woman allegedly contacted her and asked her to come to a lodge at Edappally. An Uber taxi was reportedly arranged for her to reach the lodge. According to the police investigation, the woman was offered juice after reaching the lodge. She allegedly became unconscious after consuming it and was subsequently gang-raped. Police suspect that the victim was kept at the lodge for a day. She was allegedly given drugs and alcohol and subjected to repeated sexual assault during this period. The alleged gang rape took place on September 2 and 3. The victim, who was living with her husband in Kochi, is currently undergoing treatment at a hospital. Police said a woman was also among those who allegedly sexually assaulted the victim. Two persons have been arrested so far, while two more, including the woman, are yet to be apprehended. Investigators are examining the circumstances surrounding the job advertisement, the role of the spa connections of one of the accused and the sequence of events leading to the woman being taken to the lodge. The police are also probing whether others were involved in the crime and whether similar incidents had taken place earlier.
Two arrested for allegedly drugging, gang-raping woman in Kochi
Police sources said the woman was called to a lodge on the pretext of arranging a job for her at a spa. The accused allegedly forced her to drink alcohol and consume drugs before sexually assaulting her
Woman drugged, gang-raped after being lured with job offer in Kochi
Kochi: A woman was allegedly drugged and gang-raped after being lured to Kalamassery here on the promise of a job as a spa manager, police said on Monday, October 5. The incident took place on October 2, and four people were allegedly involved in the assault, police said. The accused also allegedly recorded visuals of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Youth held for allegedly raping transwoman in Kochi
Coast Guard evacuates critically ill patient from Agatti to Kochi amid challenging weather
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 4 (IANS) The Indian Coast Guard (ICG), in coordination with the Union Territory of Lakshadweep Administration and Coast Guard District Headquarters at Kochi and Kavaratti, successfully carried out a critical medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) from Agatti to Kochi amid challenging weather conditions, ensuring timely medical assistance for a critically ill patient. According to the Indian Coast Guard, the operation involved the urgent airlift of a 66-year-old patient who required specialised neurosurgical care. The patient was transported from Agatti to Kochi aboard an ICG Dornier aircraft operated from Coast Guard Air Enclave (CGAE), Kochi. The patient required continuous oxygen support during the evacuation, making the operation particularly critical. The Coast Guard personnel carried out the mission despite formidable operational challenges posed by the prevailing weather conditions, ensuring that the patient could be transferred to a facility capable of providing the required neurosurgical treatment. The Indian Coast Guard shared details of the operation on X, highlighting the coordination between its units and the Lakshadweep Administration in executing the medical evacuation. In a high-stakes operation amidst challenging weather, @IndiaCoastGuard, in coordination with the UTL Administration and Coast Guard District Headquarters Kochi and Kavaratti, successfully executed a critical MEDEVAC from Agatti to Kochi. An ICG Dornier ex-CGAE Kochi airlifted a 66-year-old critically ill patient requiring urgent neurosurgical care with continuous oxygen support, the ICG posted. Undeterred by formidable operational challenges, the ICG stands true to its motto: We Protect, it added. The latest operation is part of the Coast Guard's wider commitment to providing assistance and responding to emergencies at sea and coastal areas, besides its primary responsibility to safeguard India's maritime interests. Earlier, the ICG Station Okha, in collaboration with Asha Blood Bank, Porbandar, conducted a voluntary blood donation camp on October 1 to mark National Blood Donation Day. A total of 23 personnel of ICGS Okha and members of the Coast Guard Welfare & Wellness Association (CGWWA) participated in the blood donation drive. The camp was conducted under medical supervision, with the Asha Blood Bank team ensuring safe collection and handling of the donated blood. The Coast Guard said the initiative reflected its commitment not only to safeguarding India's maritime interests but also to the welfare of the communities it serves. The contribution of the donors will help sustain critical medical care and save lives, reflecting commitment to serve and save lives, the ICG said. Earlier on Thursday, the Coast Guard had also highlighted another major rescue operation after the fishing vessel Sant Anton-I went adrift off New Mangaluru. The ICG launched a coordinated sea-air operation amid adverse weather conditions and successfully brought all 31 fishermen safely back to shore. The Coast Guard said the rescue was part of its legacy of saving more than 11,897 lives, reiterating its continued commitment to protecting people and ensuring safety across India's maritime domain.
Fashion photographer held with suspected MDMA in Kochi
Rs 9,802 Cr metrolite dream returned to J&K: Sanjay Sapru demands answers
Srinagar, Oct 03: Congress leader Sanjay Sapru has questioned the return and rejection of the Jammu and Srinagar Metrolite proposals from New Delhi, saying the projects have lost nearly a decade since they were first proposed, while public money was spent on preparing Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) and the estimated cost continued to rise. Projects worth Rs 9,802 crore remained stuck since 2017 and have now been returned and rejected. Public money was consumed, valuable years were lost and the cost of the projects mounted with every passing year, Sapru said. Revisiting the history of the projects, Sapru said the original 2017 heavy metro proposal envisaged a 58-km network at an estimated cost of Rs 15,881 crore but was subsequently rejected by the Centre. Fresh DPRs were thereafter prepared by RITES Ltd, Gurgaon, in 2023 under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs Metrolite Guidelines of 2019. The proposed Srinagar corridor, he said, stretched 25 km from HMT to Indira Nagar with 24 stations at an estimated cost of Rs 5,733 crore, up from Rs 4,892 crore in 2021. The Jammu corridor covered 23 km from Bantalab to Bari Brahmana through 22 stations at an estimated cost of Rs 4,069 crore. Sapru said that despite the preparation of fresh DPRs, both proposals remained pending with the Ministry from 2023 and were eventually sent back without final approval, leaving the projects without a definite implementation timeline. He also questioned the expenditure incurred on preparing the DPRs and related exercises. According to him, around Rs 8.50 crore was spent on DPR preparation, apart from expenditure on TA/DA and official exposure visits. He recalled that between 2016 and 2021, visits were undertaken to metro systems in Delhi, Kochi and Lucknow, while experts from the Japan International Cooperation Agency also visited Jammu and Srinagar to assess a proposal that had earlier been conceived for Japanese funding. Kochi made its metro operational in less than five years. Some may offer excuses in the name of disturbances, but the real question is why the project could not move forward despite nearly a decade having passed since its conception, Sapru said. The Congress leader said the delay had also resulted in a significant increase in the estimated cost of the Srinagar project, which rose by around Rs 840 crore in two years. Sapru said the issue was not limited to the fate of the two proposed projects but also involved the public expenditure incurred during the process and the opportunity cost of delaying a mass-transit system for Jammu and Srinagar. He said the estimated Rs 9,802-crore projects now required clarity on their future, including whether fresh proposals would be prepared and whether the Metrolite concept would be revived. The people of Jammu and Kashmir have already paid the price in lost time, public expenditure and cost escalation. There must now be clarity on what happens to the projects, the money already spent and the years lost, Sapru said.
Background checks delay Kochi police plan to issue IDs to private bus staff
Police launched the background verification drive in response to a series of incidents of criminal behaviour involving private bus employees
Jebi Mather supports Adoor Prakash, renews call for KPCC executive committee meeting
Adoor Prakash is a very senior leader who has every right to express his views about having to learn of important matters through media. What he said cannot be dismissed lightly, says the MP
BJP workers wave black flag at Excise Minister M. Liju in Keralams Alappuzha
The protesters were arrested and removed from the scene by the police. The BJP has been blocking the vehicles of the State Ministers and waving black flags at them for several days since Youth Congress activists staged a black flag protest against Amit Shah in Kollam on September 26
Amazon expands ultra-fast delivery service to more than 120 Indian cities
Amazon has expanded its ultra-fast delivery service, Amazon Now, to more than 120 cities across India, doubling its footprint in two weeks as the e-commerce giant steps up its delivery network ahead of the festive season. The service is now available in cities including Amritsar, Abohar, Jalandhar, Ambala, Mangalore, Manipal, Visakhapatnam, Kochi, Changanassery, Bhubaneswar and Karwar, Amazon said in a statement on Friday. Amazon Now offers tens of thousands of products, including groceries, fruits and vegetables, frozen food, personal care items, fashion and beauty products, small appliances, and home and kitchen goods. Orders are fulfilled through a network of nearly 800 micro-fulfilment and urban fulfilment centres, the company said. We are delighted to take ultra-fast deliveries with Amazon Now to India's hinterland - from Amritsar & Abohar in the north to Kochi & Changanassery in the south - ahead of the Amazon Great Indian Festival. Amazon Now continues to be the ...
Passenger tries to open planes emergency exit at Hyderabad airport
Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Oct 2 (IANS) An alleged attempt by a passenger to open the emergency door of an aircraft while it was preparing to take off created a scare at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Shamshabad in Telangana. The incident occurred in the early hours of Friday when passengers were boarding the IndiGo flight to Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh. After the airline staff alerted the authorities, the passenger was deboarded. He was later handed over to the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) Police. According to police, during the boarding process, the passenger was shifted from the 9th row to the 2nd row, which is an emergency exit seating area. While settling in, he touched the emergency exit handle, triggering a security sensor alarm. A case has been registered at the RGIA Police Station. The passenger told the police that he unintentionally touched the emergency exit handle. Further investigations were ongoing. On August 6, a traveller allegedly damaged an emergency exit window panel and attempted to tamper with the emergency exit door while the aircraft was preparing to land at Kochi airport. The incident occurred aboard Kuala Lumpur-Kochi Batik Air flight OD231. Police arrested the passenger, identified as Jamsheer Athanikkal. He was booked under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Section 351 (criminal intimidation), the Aircraft Act Section 11A (failure to comply with any direction issued) and the Kerala Police Act Section 118(e) (knowingly does any act which causes danger to the public or failure in public safety). The latest incident at RGIA came just a couple of days after the attack on the flydubai flight Captain by a co-pilot in an alleged attempt to hijack the Dubai-Tel Aviv flight. The co-pilot was overpowered by some passengers who entered the cockpit after the pilot, Captain Smit Machchhar, raised an alarm. Two flydubai pilots travelling as passengers helped land the aircraft. According to reports, the plane dropped 17,400 feet in just under two minutes. The flight was diverted to Tabuk airport in northern Saudi Arabia. The Indian pilot, who was injured in the attack, is being hailed as a hero for thwarting the suspected hijacking attempt.
Edifice Engineering and South Africas Jet Demolition had undertaken a two-day inspection of apartments in towers B and C in June. The two firms had earlier overseen the demolition of the Maradu apartment complexes
Mammootty's Panampilly Nagar house is now a stay
Mammootty's former residence in Kochi's Panampilly Nagar has opened its doors to fans as a unique holiday accommodation. This charming villa offers four distinctive bedrooms, welcoming up to eight guests. In addition to the cozy sleeping arrangements, guests can indulge in a private theatre and art galleries during their stay. The entire villa can be booked for around Rs 25,433, exclusive of taxes.
Bus driver, scooter riders booked over alleged altercation in Keralams Kochi
Police register two separate first information reports against both parties based on mutual complaints lodged against each other
KMRL to take steps to augment non-ticketing revenue
4.35 crore disbursed for construction parking lot near Mangalavanam
Inspections at multiplexes in Kochi set to continue in October
A joint drive was conducted at multiplexes in malls last month following complaints of overpricing, and notices were served on erring establishments
FIR against college, Professor over alleged research publication fraud
The petitioner allegedly lost 26,000 after being promised publication of his research paper in the UGC-CARE-listed Kanpur Philosophers Journal
Amazon Now Expands Ultra-Fast Delivery Service to Over 120 Indian Cities
Customers in cities such as Amritsar, Abohar, Jalandhar, Ambala, Mangalore, Manipal, Vizag, Kochi, Changanassery, Bhubaneswar and Karwar get deliveries in minutes through Amazon Now
Keralams favourite bar snacks reinterpreted in refreshing ways at Repeat, Kochis newest restobar
Reporter TV MD Anto Augustine questioned by police in Keralam CM defamation case
Kalamassery police issued Anto Augustine a fresh summons after he failed to appear before the investigation team on September 28
Kochi Corporation to update tree registry after row over unauthorised felling
The first tree census was conducted in 2010 and the latest one in 2019
Fahadh Faasil house tour: The actor is set to lead his first Telugu film titled 'Don't Trouble The Trouble', which is scheduled to release on October 2. The film features Fahadh as Suri, a street magician whose trick leads to unexpected events. Anticipation is high for the film, with advance bookings reaching Rs 2.17 crore across six show dates. Positive reviews can elevate the film's status to blockbuster success upon release.
A petition by Congress leader Shaji J. Kodankandath had alleged that irregularities in the digital survey equipment tenders had caused a loss of 150 crore to the public exchequer
Kalamassery police issue fresh summons to Anto Augustine in case over CM marriage remarks
The case pertains to a reported revelation by Augustine that two people had met him with what they claimed was a journalistic scoop on Satheesans alleged second marriage
Koder House fire in Keralams Fort Kochi fuels questions over safety of heritage properties
The incident exposes alleged lapses in firefighting mechanism in Fort Kochi, prompting Fire dept. to initiate steps to strengthensafety infrastructure in the area; proposal to be submitted to District Collector highlighting need for installing dedicated firefighting equipment, including water hydrants, at strategic locations to prevent similar incidents in future
Registrar suggests measures such as prioritising execution of processes such as summons or warrants issued by criminal courts and deputing police officers to assist courts in the matter
Amazon expands ultra-fast delivery service Amazon Now to over 120 cities
Amazon Now has doubled its footprint in two weeks, bringing minute-level deliveries to customers in cities including Amritsar, Abohar, Jalandhar, Ambala, Mangalore, Manipal, Vizag, Kochi, Changanasser
What nonsense? KTR slams Revanth over Ram vs Shiva comment
Kochi: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President KT Rama Rao on Wednesday, September 30, criticised Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for his remarks classifying Hindu through wealth and poverty. I saw the Telangana Chief Minister yesterday talk about Ram vs Shiva. I dont understand. BJP wants to divide the country on religion, on Hindu-Muslim. Now Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Puthiyappa boat maintenance yard project yet to take off
19-crore proposal backed by Fisheries department, but no field-level study or funding approval yet; boat owners forced to depend on private yards at Beypore and Kochi for repairs; limited time to complete repairs and obtain fitness clearance before fishing resumes
Third Wave Coffee forays into Kerala with two outlets in Kochi
This market expansion complements the brands recent new market entries across Visakhapatnam, Jalandhar, Lucknow, and Ludhiana, further strengthening the presence across Indias high-potential emerging markets
Iranian boat carrying drugs worth Rs 3,000 crore seized in Lakshadweep, five Pak nationals held (Ld)
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Sep 30 (IANS) A Nigerian national allegedly acted as a link between a Gujarat-based wanted accused and a wider drug network that planned to move a 526-kg consignment of methamphetamine and heroin to Punjab, Gujarat ATS officials said on Wednesday, adding that the Iranian boat carrying the drugs used a Starlink device to communicate with handlers while at sea. The consignment, comprising around 400 kg of methamphetamine and 126 kg of heroin, was seized from the Iranian boat 'Azad' in the Arabian Sea west of Lakshadweep on September 25. Five Pakistani nationals on board were apprehended, and the vessel was brought to Mumbai for further investigation. Gujarat ATS DIG Sunil Joshi said the agency had received intelligence about a meeting in Ahmedabad between a Nigerian national and a wanted accused from the state in connection with the planned import of more than 500 kg of narcotics. According to the ATS, the original plan was to transfer the consignment to a Tamil Nadu fishing boat in Indian waters, unload it on the Tamil Nadu coast and then transport it onwards. The drugs were ultimately intended for Punjab, from where they could have been distributed to other parts of north India, officials said. Joshi said the investigation had established a link with Pakistan-based drug smuggler Haji Salim, describing him as a supplier and a key figure in the network. Haji Salim has his network in Punjab, Joshi said, adding that the consignment belonged to his network and had been sent by him. He said the five Pakistani nationals arrested from the 'Azad' were also believed to be part of the same network, though their precise roles were still being investigated. The ATS also found that the boat was equipped with a Starlink device. Officials said the system could provide internet connectivity in international waters and could be used for communication, including WhatsApp calls, with handlers in Pakistan. The use of the device is now part of the investigation into how the maritime network coordinated the movement of the consignment. The Nigerian national who allegedly attended the Ahmedabad meeting is also being investigated. Joshi said Nigerians have emerged in several drug-trafficking networks as intermediaries, peddlers and, in some cases, people operating networks within India. The Nigerian linked to the present case had appeared in connection with narcotics activity elsewhere, though not previously in a Gujarat ATS case, he added. The ATS said it had information identifying the intended receiver in Punjab but was withholding details while efforts to trace the network continued. We know where it was supposed to go, but we will not disclose it at present, Joshi said. The intelligence was shared with the Indian Coast Guards headquarters in Delhi, following which a joint team was formed. Gujarat ATS officers B.H. Korat and V.N. Vaghela were sent to Kochi and joined Coast Guard personnel for maritime surveillance. The operation involved sustained tracking of suspicious boats over a large maritime area. On September 25, the 'Azad' was located around 160 nautical miles northwest of Lakshadweep and approximately 490 nautical miles southwest of Mumbai. Officials told IANS that the Coast Guard used smaller boats to surround the vessel during the interception, helping prevent the suspects from throwing the narcotics overboard. Such precautions were important because dumping the consignment into the sea would have made recovery difficult, they added. The operation resulted in the seizure of 526 kg of high-grade heroin and methamphetamine valued at over Rs 3,000 crore, alongside the apprehension of five Pakistani crew members, the Indian Coast Guard said in a statement. The five accused were identified as Mohammad Yakub Balochi, Shakirullah, Faridullah, Ahmad Khan and Wahidullah Khan, all residents of Peshawar in Pakistan. Preliminary questioning indicated that the 'Azad' had sailed from the Konarak area of Iran and received the narcotics from a smaller boat originating from Gwadar, Pakistan. A case has been registered with the Gujarat ATS, and further investigation is underway to identify the remaining members of the network, including the wanted accused from Gujarat, the Nigerian intermediary and the intended receivers in Punjab.
Fire breaks out at historic Koder House in Fort Kochi
Kochi: A fire broke out at the historic Koder House, a landmark of Fort Kochis Jewish heritage, on Tuesday evening, prompting fire and rescue personnel to rush to the iconic building. The fire broke out around 6.50 pm at the imposing three-storeyed, brick-red building on Tower Road, which was once the home of the prominent Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Fort Kochis Historic Koder House Gutted in Massive Fire
The historic three-storeyed red-brick mansion was built in 1808, by Samuel S Koder, an influential Baghdadi-Jew of that time
