Kochi

The Indian government has pledged full support to the Kerala government to safeguard the rights of over 800 retrenched employees from CorroHealth Infotech's Kochi and Kozhikode offices.

A 190-MLD water treatment plant in Aluva is being developed to address Kochi’s water supply issues.

The Kochi sewerage treatment project is progressing as it gains momentum. Key focus is on accelerating the initiative to improve wastewater management in the region.

Two fishermen drowned after their fishing boat capsized in Kochi. The incident occurred in the coastal area of Kochi, resulting in the deaths of both individuals.

A film crew member was arrested in Kochi on suspicion of possessing MDMA. The incident involves a drug-related case linked to a film production team.

A gym trainer was arrested in Kerala's Kochi with suspected MDMA as part of Operation Toofan, an anti-narcotics drive.

A delivery worker was killed after a bus collided with a bike in Kochi. The incident resulted in the worker's death.

US firm CorroHealth closure has left Kochi employees locked out of their office. Labour department officials are recording employee attendance until a conciliatory meeting with senior company officials, expected on Friday, involving the Labour Minister.

A building on M.G. Road in Kochi tilted after an attempt to lift it. The incident occurred during efforts to raise the structure.

Two people were killed in separate accidents in Kochi. The incidents occurred independently, resulting in fatalities.

CPI(M) is advocating for laid-off employees at CorroHealth in Kochi and Kozhikode. The organization seeks justice for the affected staff.

Lay-offs at CorroHealth in Kozhikode may be linked to flagging of labor rule violations. Affected staff are awaiting talks between government officials and management in Kochi on July 10.

CorroHealth employees in Kerala were denied entry to the Kochi office on Monday as security personnel followed company instructions to restrict access. The company has granted employees access to the office until July 10, with minister-level discussions ongoing.

The Indian naval research vessel INS Sanshodhak has arrived in Kochi, India.

Kochi experienced a two-fold increase in NDPS cases in June 2023, with 503 drug-related cases registered during the month following the launch of a new anti-drug operation. A total of 1,143 drug-related cases were recorded in the first six months of the year.

CPI(M) leaders A.C. Moideen, K. Radhakrishnan, and M.M. Varghese received bail in the Karuvannur bank fraud case. A Special Court for Prevention of Money Laundering Act in Kochi granted bail after the leaders argued that the allegations in the complaint were insufficient to proceed under Section 4 of PMLA.

A U.S. technology company's attempt to shut down operations in Kerala, India, leading to around 800 job losses, has been halted. Employees at CorroHealth Infotech Private Limited's offices in Kochi and Kozhikode were reportedly terminated without prior notice.

A printing press unit in Kochi was destroyed by a fire, though no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

A ₹523-crore project has been approved to address the water shortage in Kochi. The initiative aims to provide a solution to the city's ongoing water supply issues.

The Kerala Assembly approved a ₹523-crore project to address Kochi's drinking water shortage. The project is awaiting final administrative sanction from the Finance Department, as stated by Mons Joseph during a Calling Attention motion.

The body of a seven-year-old girl was recovered in Kochi, with all four members of her family found dead. Police and Fire and Rescue Services had been searching for the girl since June 27.

Roshan Raju topped the engineering category and Vinayak Narayan ranked first in pharmacy in the Kerala KEAM results, declared by Higher Education Minister Roji M. John in Kochi.

Six suspected Bangladeshi nationals were arrested for staying illegally in Kochi. Police recovered forged identity cards and other documents from the arrested individuals.

270 grams of suspected brown sugar were seized from Assam youths in Kochi. The incident involved law enforcement actions targeting drug-related activities.

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra urges banks to treat MSMEs as long-term partners during an awareness program in Kochi. He highlights the upcoming Unified Lending Interface aimed at providing frictionless credit to Indians.

A vessel undergoing maintenance at a private yard in Kochi caught fire, causing anxiety in the neighborhood due to concerns about the presence of fuel. The vessel had conducted a trial run the day before the incident.

The Kochi Bypass project has received a boost with approval from the Central government. This development is expected to advance the infrastructure initiative.

The Regional Passport Office in Kochi has received recognition for its services. The acknowledgment highlights the office's performance in the region.

The Kerala Revised Budget shows that infrastructure projects in Kochi have received minimal allocation.

The budget announcement in Kochi failed to generate significant positive reaction. Residents and stakeholders expressed limited optimism about the proposed financial measures.

Kerala's UDF government plans to shift the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) from Thiruvananthapuram to Kochi, but the move may encounter technical challenges and risk losing accreditation. Thiruvananthapuram has hosted the festival for 30 editions.

Thirty wayside eateries in Kochi received notices after a joint inspection by the district Health department, Kochi Corporation, and the Food Safety department found unhygienic conditions. Two outlets were ordered to shut down.

A mayor-led delegation in Kochi submitted a 12-project wish list to the government, with Indira Canteen being highlighted as a top priority. The list includes infrastructure projects like a 190 MLD drinking water treatment plant, road developments, and the Vembanad Lake Rejuvenation Mission.

Five youths were arrested in Kochi for allegedly stalking and attacking a woman. The incident has been reported as a criminal case involving harassment and violence.

Murari Babu, a TDB official accused in the Sabarimala gold theft case, passed away after being unwell. His death occurred around 12.48 a.m. at Amrita Hospital in Kochi.

Veena, daughter of former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, has been issued a fresh summons by the Central agency, requiring her appearance in Kochi on June 17.

The Indian Navy safely recovered an unexploded missile warhead from the oil tanker MT Olympic Life bound for Kochi. The ordnance was transported to a secure facility for storage and examination.

The Kerala High Court has ordered a collector-led panel to submit a report by June 18 detailing progress on clearing canals, drains, and ensuring safe roads in Kochi. The report must include preventive measures being taken.

The Kerala High Court permitted three crew members of the MSC Elsa 3 to return to their home countries as they are involved in a case before the Judicial First Class Magistrate in Kochi. Their presence was deemed necessary only as witnesses in legal proceedings.

Toofan, an anti-drug operation in Ernakulam, has led to 129 cases and 145 arrests in Kochi under the NDPS Act. In Perumbavoor, 11 migrant laborers were arrested during a raid for drug peddling and consumption.