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National Governance & Policy 14 Nov 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Tanker Carrying 40,000 Litres of Ethanol Overturns Near Coimbatore, Spilling Fuel Across Vacant Land

A tanker transporting 40,000 litres of ethanol to Kochi overturned near Coimbatore after the driver reportedly lost control, causing the vehicle to veer off the road and spill fuel onto surrounding vacant land. Police said the incident triggered a hazardous leakage, raising immediate concerns over fire risk and road safety along a key freight corridor in southern India.

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India Entertainment & Culture13 Nov 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Veteran Cinematographer Shaji Kumar Dies in Kochi at 57

Noted cinematographer Shaji Kumar has died in Kochi at the age of 57 following cardiac failure, prompting an outpouring of grief from India’s film fraternity. His death marks the loss of a widely respected visual craftsman whose work helped shape the look and emotional texture of Malayalam cinema.

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India Entertainment & Culture12 Nov 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Veteran Cinematographer Shaji Kumar Dies in Kochi at 57

Noted cinematographer Shaji Kumar has died in Kochi at the age of 57 after suffering cardiac failure, according to reports from the city. His death marks a significant loss for the Indian film industry, particularly Malayalam cinema, where his visual style and technical craft were widely recognised. Kumar’s passing has prompted an outpouring of grief from colleagues and admirers across the entertainment sector.

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India Entertainment & Culture12 Nov 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Renowned Cinematographer Shaji Kumar Dies in Kochi at 57

Noted cinematographer Shaji Kumar died in Kochi on Monday at the age of 57 after suffering cardiac failure, prompting an outpouring of grief from India’s film community. Widely respected for his visual craft and long association with Malayalam cinema, Kumar’s death marks the loss of a technician whose work helped shape the look and emotional texture of numerous films.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance05 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Lulu Group Loses Rs 1.64 Crore in Email Fraud After Impersonators Pose as Italian Supplier

Kochi City Police have registered a case and begun investigating an alleged email impersonation fraud that cost Lulu Group about Rs 1.64 crore. According to the FIR, unidentified actors posed as representatives of an Italian company, sent fake invoices and bank details for gaming equipment payments, and induced the retail giant to transfer 150,500 euros to accounts they controlled.

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National Governance & Policy04 Nov 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Excise Submits Report in Kochi Premium Hotel Case, Minister Signals Action if Bar Licence Was Misused

The Excise Department has submitted its report in the case involving a premium hotel in Kochi, setting up the next stage of scrutiny over whether the bar licence was used as a cover for illegal activity. Excise Minister has said action will follow if the probe establishes that unlawful operations were taking place under the licence framework. The case has sharpened attention on regulatory enforcement in Kerala's hospitality sector, where bar licences remain tightly controlled and politically sensitive.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy02 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Kochi to Host Global Oceans Symposium as Climate Pressures Mount on Fisheries

Kochi will host a three-day international symposium from Wednesday that brings together experts from 30 countries to examine the changing state of the oceans, the future of fisheries and the economic risks posed by climate stress. The gathering at ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute comes as coastal economies face rising uncertainty over marine productivity, food security and resilience planning.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance01 Nov 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Lulu Group Loses Rs 1.64 Crore in Email Fraud After Impersonators Pose as Italian Supplier

Kochi City Police have registered a case and begun investigating an alleged email impersonation fraud that cost Lulu Group about Rs 1.64 crore. According to the FIR, unidentified persons posed as representatives of an Italian company, sent fake invoices and bank details for gaming equipment payments, and induced the retail major to transfer 150,500 euros to accounts they controlled.

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National Governance & Policy01 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Kochi Corporation Council Split Over Bringing Vending Bunks Under Street Vendors Act

A sharp divide emerged in the Kochi Corporation Council after the renewal of licences for vending bunks triggered debate over whether they should be brought under the Street Vendors Act. The Mayor has called for a special meeting with representatives of bunk operators and street vendors to seek a workable resolution. The discussion has exposed a broader policy fault line between regulating long-standing commercial structures and protecting the rights of informal vendors under the law.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy31 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

TradeForge Glitches Disrupt Kochi Tea Auctions, Buyers Press for Tea Board Intervention

Technical disruptions on the TradeForge platform have unsettled Kochi tea auctions, delaying delivery orders and hampering transactions for smaller buyers. The latest sale also saw subdued participation, adding pressure on prices and prompting calls for the Tea Board to step in and restore confidence in the market.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance29 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Lulu Group Loses Rs 1.64 Crore in Email Fraud After Impersonators Masquerade as Italian Supplier

Kochi City Police have registered a case and begun investigating an alleged email impersonation fraud in which unidentified persons posing as representatives of an Italian company allegedly cheated Lulu Group out of about Rs 1.64 crore. The fraudsters are said to have sent fake invoices and bank details for gaming equipment payments, leading the retail major to transfer 150,500 euros to accounts supplied by the impostors.

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National Governance & Policy29 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Kochi Residents Flag Night-Time Air Quality Worsening as Monitoring Stations Fail

Residents in Kochi are reporting a visible deterioration in air quality, particularly after dark, as concerns mount over potential health risks from pollution. The issue has escalated into a governance problem after an MLA sought the Chief Minister’s intervention, while the state pollution control board remains unable to provide real-time AQI readings because key monitoring stations in Vyttila and Kaloor are non-functional.

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Automotive, EVs & Mobility29 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Lulu Group Loses Rs 1.64 Crore in Email Fraud After Impersonators Used Italian Company Identity

Kochi City Police have registered a case and opened an investigation into an alleged email impersonation fraud that cost Lulu Group about Rs 1.64 crore. According to the FIR, unidentified suspects posed as representatives of an Italian company, sent fake invoices and payment instructions for gaming equipment, and induced the retail major to transfer 150,500 euros to accounts they controlled.

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National Governance & Policy22 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Liquor Worth ₹6,600 Stolen from Bevco Premium Outlet in Muvattupuzha

Liquor valued at about ₹6,600 was stolen from a premium outlet run by the Kerala State Beverages Corporation in Muvattupuzha near Kochi, exposing a security lapse at a government-controlled retail point. The theft came to light on October 21 when Bevco officials conducted a stock verification exercise and found discrepancies in inventory.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy18 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Tea Prices Fall at Kochi Auctions as Upcountry Buying Weakens

Tea prices eased at the Kochi auctions in Sale 42 as demand weakened sharply after most upcountry buyers stayed away for the extended Puja holidays, traders said. The softer tone reflected thin participation rather than a broad supply shock, but market participants warned the subdued trend could persist into the next rounds of auctions.

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India Entertainment & Culture17 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Kochi Artist Jazeela Sherif’s Solo Show Turns Watercolour Into a Quiet Act of Reflection

Kochi-based artist Jazeela Sherif’s solo exhibition, Unhurried Soul, frames watercolour not as a decorative medium but as a contemplative practice shaped by restraint, light and pause. The show invites viewers to slow down and engage with the emotional and meditative possibilities of painting at a time when visual culture often rewards speed and excess.

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India Entertainment & Culture15 Oct 2026, 03:41 PM IST

Arson at Kochi’s Kadavumbhagam Synagogue Raises Alarm Over Heritage Security

A fire was deliberately set at Blossom Nursery, directly opposite the historic Kadavumbhagam Synagogue in Ernakulam, around 2.40 a.m. on October 12, 2026, triggering concern over the safety of one of Kochi’s most significant heritage structures. While the blaze appears to have been confined to the nursery premises, the incident has renewed scrutiny of security arrangements around the over 800-year-old synagogue and the broader protection of vulnerable religious heritage sites.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 09:51 AM IST

Kochi Mayor Joins Global Climate Alliance Board, Elevating India’s Urban Voice

Kochi Mayor M. Anilkumar has been elected to the board of the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy, placing an Indian city leader inside one of the world’s largest municipal climate networks. The appointment gives Kochi a direct role in shaping global local-government climate priorities at a time when cities are under growing pressure to deliver measurable emissions cuts and resilience planning.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 12:20 AM IST

Kochi Mayor Elected to Global Climate Alliance Board

Kochi Mayor M. Anilkumar has been elected to the board of the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy, placing the Kerala city in a prominent international forum on urban climate action. The appointment underscores the growing role of Indian local governments in shaping climate policy as cities confront rising heat, flooding and infrastructure stress.

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India Entertainment & Culture08 Oct 2026, 11:16 PM IST

Champions Boat League 2026 Set for Kochi on October 10, Spotlighting Kerala’s Tourism-Driven Sporting Push

Kochi will host the Champions Boat League 2026 on October 10, underscoring Kerala’s continued use of sport as a platform for tourism promotion and regional branding. The event is expected to draw attention to the state’s backwater heritage while reinforcing the policy value of cultural-sporting spectacles in India’s domestic tourism economy.

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National Governance & Policy07 Oct 2026, 01:00 PM IST

Kerala Government Order to Drop Six Water Metro Terminals Draws Sharp Criticism

A government order that removes six proposed Water Metro terminals in Kochi has triggered criticism from local observers and transport advocates, who say the move could weaken the project’s wider connectivity goals. The dropped terminals — Thevara, Aster, Amrita, Kothad, Cheriyamthuruth and Mulavukad — were seen as important links for commuters living beyond the immediate city core.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy06 Oct 2026, 08:07 AM IST

CIAL’s User Fee Draws Scrutiny as Kochi Airport Expansion Needs Come Into Focus

The user fee at Kochi’s airport operator, Cochin International Airport Ltd., is facing renewed scrutiny amid questions over whether passengers are paying for routine operations rather than long-term capacity expansion. Critics argue the levy would be easier to justify if it were clearly tied to a second runway, a project that could strengthen the airport’s future growth case. The debate highlights a broader policy tension in Indian aviation: how airports balance user charges, infrastructure financing and public acceptance.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy05 Oct 2026, 08:28 PM IST

CIAL User Fee Faces Renewed Scrutiny as Critics Question Airport Priorities

The user fee collected at Kochi’s Cochin International Airport Ltd. is drawing fresh scrutiny amid questions over whether passengers should continue paying without a clearer long-term infrastructure payoff. Critics argue the levy would be easier to justify if the airport authority were using it to finance a second runway, a project seen as central to future capacity and operational resilience.

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India Entertainment & Culture03 Oct 2026, 10:12 PM IST

Ritu Arya and Tewfik Jallab Unpack the Emotional Cost of 'Apollo Has Fallen'

Ritu Arya and Tewfik Jallab say their characters in 'Apollo Has Fallen' are defined as much by emotional strain as by physical danger, with Zara and Vincent navigating morally fraught terrain inside a high-octane action narrative. The film pairs adrenaline-driven set pieces with a darker psychological register, giving the performers room to explore vulnerability, trauma, and survival under pressure.

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India Entertainment & Culture03 Oct 2026, 02:57 PM IST

Chanakya Marks 40 Years With Exhibitions That Place Women at the Centre of Craft and Culture

Chanakya International is marking its 40th anniversary with three exhibitions that frame women as both subject and symbol, drawing a line from divine iconography to the everyday lives of Indian women. The shows underscore how the house has built a reputation not only in luxury craft, but also in preserving and reinterpreting textile traditions through a distinctly female lens.

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National Governance & Policy03 Oct 2026, 07:34 AM IST

Bengal Must Organise Real Estate Players, Says Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta

Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta has called for a more organised real estate sector in Bengal, arguing that fragmented market structures continue to hold back investment and orderly urban growth. He also urged the scrapping of legacy laws, including the urban land ceiling act, which he described as impediments to development.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (03:42 PM IST)

Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper Likely to Launch This Month, Set for Six-Day Weekly Run

The long-anticipated Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper service is likely to begin operations this month, according to a Railway Board communication accessed by The Hindu. The train, numbered 27652 from KSR Bengaluru to CSMT and 27651 on the return leg, has reportedly been cleared on the basis of minutes from a February 16, 2026 meeting, signalling a major addition to India’s premium long-distance rail network.

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India Entertainment & CultureJust now (01:42 AM IST)

Kasaragod’s Archaeological Heritage Integral to Kerala’s History, Minister Says

A comprehensive archaeological survey is under way in Kasaragod to identify, document and systematically record the district’s historical and material evidence, according to the minister. The initiative places the northern Kerala district at the centre of a broader effort to strengthen heritage preservation, deepen historical research and integrate local findings into the state’s cultural record.

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Markets, IPOs & WealthJust now (11:58 PM IST)

India’s Fund Managers Pivot to Fixed Income as Rate Cycle Turns

Fund managers speaking at the Morningstar Investment Conference 2026 said India’s shifting interest-rate backdrop is making fixed income more attractive after a prolonged equity-led run. The discussion centred on bond yields, corporate credit, duration positioning, asset allocation and the likelihood of higher volatility across markets. Speakers argued that the next phase of portfolio construction may reward discipline and selectivity rather than broad risk-taking, as investors reassess how much return can still be extracted from equities alone.

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Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (06:14 AM IST)

NSE Wins Sebi Clearance to Launch Corporate Bond Index Futures

India’s National Stock Exchange has received a no-objection certificate from the Securities and Exchange Board of India to introduce futures contracts linked to a corporate bond index, a move that could deepen hedging options in the country’s fixed-income market. The product still requires approval from the Reserve Bank of India, but the regulatory green light marks a significant step toward improving risk management as corporate bond issuance and trading activity expand.

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Enterprise Tech, Cloud & AIJust now (05:11 AM IST)

MeitY to Launch IndiaAI Centre of Excellence as First 15 Start-ups Are Named

India’s Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology is set to launch the IndiaAI Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence on Wednesday, marking a significant step in the government’s effort to build domestic AI capacity. A key milestone accompanying the launch is the announcement of CAIK’s first cohort of 15 start-ups, underscoring the policy push to connect public funding, research, and entrepreneurship.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal PolicyJust now (09:17 PM IST)

India’s Rice Industry Looks Beyond Raw Grain to Chase the Next Billion-Dollar Growth Wave

India’s rice sector is preparing to move beyond bulk grain exports and commodity trading as a new industry assessment examines demand, margins, investment needs and export potential across higher-value rice-derived products. The review signals a broader push to capture more of the value chain, from processed ingredients to specialty applications, at a time when producers are seeking resilience against price volatility and tighter global competition.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (12:10 AM IST)

DK Shivakumar Dismisses Kumaraswamy’s Allegations as a 'Pack of Lies'

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has rejected allegations levelled by Janata Dal (Secular) leader H.D. Kumaraswamy, calling them a “pack of lies” and accusing him of political distortion. The exchange underscores the continuing friction between the Congress and JD(S) in Karnataka’s volatile political landscape, where personal attacks often mirror deeper contestations over power and credibility.

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India Sports & CricketJust now (01:49 AM IST)

Vortex and Zayyan Stand Out as India’s Cricketing Depth Comes Into Focus

Vortex and Zayyan delivered the most compelling performances in the latest India sports action, underlining the growing depth and competitive intensity in domestic cricket. Their success arrives at a time when selectors and team management are increasingly focused on form, adaptability and consistency across formats.

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Entities frequently referenced alongside Kochi:

India(12)Kerala(7)New Delhi(6)Kochi Corporation(5)Lulu Group(4)Kochi City Police(4)