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National Governance & Policy 16 Oct 2026, 12:55 AM IST

Kerala CM Flags Hurdles in Kannur Airport Runway Expansion as Land Acquisition Stalls

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has cited unresolved hurdles in the proposed runway expansion at Kannur International Airport, where a land acquisition notification was issued in 2017 but the process has yet to begin in earnest. The plan to acquire 99.3235 hectares in Keezhallur is under review after officials questioned the site’s suitability for runway expansion and affected residents rejected the rehabilitation package.

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India Entertainment & Culture13 Oct 2026, 11:36 AM IST

Kannur launches double-decker sightseeing bus for Dasara festival crowds

Kannur Corporation has introduced a double-decker bus service for sightseeing during the Dasara season, creating a new way for residents and visitors to experience the city’s illuminated streets and festival decorations. Operated in coordination with the KSRTC Budget Tourism Cell, the service will run for 10 days, with its future dependent on public response.

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India Entertainment & Culture13 Oct 2026, 09:12 AM IST

Kannur Corporation Launches Double-Decker Sightseeing Bus for Dasara Festivities

Kannur Corporation, in partnership with the KSRTC Budget Tourism Cell, has introduced a double-decker bus service for sightseeing during the Dasara season. The 10-day initiative is designed to let residents and visitors experience the city’s illuminated streets and festival decorations, with its continuation to be decided by public response.

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National Governance & Policy06 Oct 2026, 11:29 PM IST

Food Safety Department Files Case Against Kannur Outlet After Bacteria Found in Cocktail Sample

Kerala’s Food Safety Department has filed a case against a food outlet in Kannur after laboratory analysis reportedly found bacterial contamination in a cocktail sample. The action followed testing at the Regional Analytical Laboratory in Malaparamba, Kozhikode, underscoring heightened regulatory scrutiny of food and beverage hygiene in the state. The case adds to growing concerns over compliance standards in the hospitality sector, where even isolated contamination findings can trigger enforcement, reputational damage, and broader questions about inspection practices.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (04:00 AM IST)

Kannur Researcher Tracks Pollutants from India to the Arctic

A GITAM researcher from Kannur has collected fjord water and glacier meltwater in Svalbard as part of the Indian Arctic Expedition 2026-27, examining how organic pollutants change in ice and move into the sea. The work adds an Indian scientific lens to a fast-warming polar region where melting ice is increasingly linked to the redistribution of contaminants across marine ecosystems.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (01:49 AM IST)

Kannur Airport Set for Major Upgrade Within a Year, Kerala Chief Minister Says

Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan has said Kannur airport will undergo a major transformation within one year as the state moves to reposition airports across Kerala as aviation hubs. The government says the strategy is aimed at strengthening economic growth, improving connectivity and expanding the state’s contribution to GDP. The announcement signals a broader policy shift in which airports are being treated not merely as transport infrastructure but as engines of regional development, logistics expansion and investment attraction.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 04:23 AM IST

Complaint Filed Over Suspected Smuggling of Fake Cigarettes at Kempegowda International Airport

A complaint has been filed over the suspected smuggling of counterfeit cigarettes through Kempegowda International Airport, raising fresh concerns about cargo screening and customs enforcement at one of India’s busiest aviation hubs. The allegation points to a possible breach in airport security and trade compliance systems, with authorities expected to examine how the consignment entered the supply chain.

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India Entertainment & Culture11 Oct 2026, 05:08 AM IST

International Day of the Girl Child Puts India’s Gender Gap in Focus

As India marks the International Day of the Girl Child, the conversation is shifting from symbolism to substance: education, safety, digital access and opportunity. The day has become a reminder that progress for girls must be measured not by celebration alone, but by whether policy, families and institutions are removing the barriers that still shape their lives.

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India Sports & Cricket11 Oct 2026, 12:41 AM IST

Russian Women Hand India a 4-0 Defeat in a One-Sided International Contest

Russia delivered a commanding 4-0 defeat to India in a lopsided international women’s contest, underlining the gap in execution, pace, and finishing between the two sides. India struggled to impose itself across the match, while the Russian side controlled proceedings with greater cohesion and sharper conversion in decisive moments.

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India Entertainment & Culture10 Oct 2026, 05:31 PM IST

Quiz: Easy Like Sunday Morning Spotlights the Promise of Girls on International Day of the Girl Child

On International Day of the Girl Child, the entertainment and culture conversation turns to visibility, aspiration and the power of representation. The quiz-style feature, framed around the theme of girls’ empowerment, underscores how popular culture can help shape public understanding of opportunity, equality and confidence for young women in India.

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India Sports & Cricket10 Oct 2026, 04:09 PM IST

Russian Women Hand India a 4-0 Defeat in One-Sided International Contest

India suffered a heavy 4-0 defeat at the hands of Russia in a lopsided international women’s contest, underlining the gap in execution, pace, and consistency between the two sides. The result will prompt scrutiny of India’s defensive structure and conversion efficiency, even as the team looks to regroup quickly from a bruising setback.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy10 Oct 2026, 06:56 AM IST

Air India to Sell Travel SIM Cards for Overseas Flyers in Push to Simplify International Connectivity

Air India will begin offering branded travel SIM cards to passengers flying abroad, marking a new ancillary service aimed at making international connectivity easier for Indian travellers. The product, called EasyRoam, has been developed with Tata Communications and is designed to provide roaming services across overseas destinations.

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Pinarayi Vijayan(1)Kerala Government(1)Keezhallur(1)Kannur(1)