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Truck-mounted sweeping machines launched to clean Kochi city roads

Kochi Corp. launched truck-mounted sweeping machines to clean roads, using ₹10.98 crore from CSML funds. Machines have 6,000-litre capacity, GPS tracking, CCTVs & 5-yr O&M contract. Initially deployed to cover 35 km, they can also clear small stones. Jetting-cum-suction machine already procured to declog drains. Mobile pothole repair machine proposal…

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CBC/Radio-Canada to Cut Programming Costs and Eliminate 800 Jobs

CBC and Radio-Canada will each be cutting in the range of 250 jobs, with the balance coming from Technology & Infrastructure, other corporate divisions and vacant positions

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Ministers criss-cross Chennai as several areas remain inundated

Chennai on alert as Ministers, MLAs, MPs, and officials take action to ensure safety of residents ahead of cyclonic storm Michaung. Relief camps, cooking camps, medical camps, and pumps set up; 19,500 food packets distributed; 184 of 720 pumps working; meetings held to discuss machinery; subways a challenge; Minister for…

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Aksharasree literacy project’s third phase begins

Aksharasree, a literacy project on continuing education, was launched in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday. Centre coordinators, city Corporation representatives, and people's representatives attended the Praveshanolsavam held at various centres. St. Mary's Higher Secondary School, Vettucaud; St. Mary's Higher Secondary School, Kottapuram; Government Higher Secondary School, Kamaleswaram; and Government High School, Sreekaryam…

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T.N. Rains | Stormwater drains in Chennai have failed to prevent waterlogging: Ramadoss

Chennai PMK founder S. Ramadoss calls for review of stormwater drain systems after heavy rains cause water stagnation. He urges remedial measures to be taken on a war footing, and condemns lack of rain preparedness. Complaints made through Corporation helpline not acted upon, he alleges.

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First heavy showers in city this Northeast monsoon leave parts of city flooded

Heavy rain in Chennai caused flooding in many areas, disrupting power supply and train services. 18 of 34 locations monitored recorded over 75 mm of rain. Minister P.K. Sekarbabu inspected Kolathur pumping station, which recorded 15 cm of rain in 90 mins. Schools in Chennai, Tiruvallur and Kancheepuram declared holiday.

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No permanent solution to waterlogging sans removing garbage, silt from water bodies, says district administration

Though the Corporation was certain that the failure of the Centre was the main reason for the recent flooding in the capital, a meeting headed by District Collector Geromic George on Wednesday concluded that there would be no permanent solution to waterlogging in the capital without removing the garbage and…

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Corporation blames Centre for recent flooding in capital

Though the civic authorities miserably failed to prevent the recurrent urban flooding in the capital city, the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation found that the failure of the Centre was the prime reason for the recent floods in the capital.

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£500m tower at Bishopsgate Bath House site wins planning approval

The bath house will “become the centerpiece” of the new £500 million development

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Pilgrim influx serves a breather to KSRTC

The unprecedented rush of devotees to Sabarimala in the first leg of the annual pilgrimage season has given a much-needed succour to the cash-strapped Kerala State Transport Corporation.

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Minister releases magazine published by Kozhikode Corporation

Nagara Vishesham will cover activities, projects, and services of the Kozhikode Corporation.

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Arrangements made to let out treated sewage into Phalguni river downstream the Maravoor vented dam: Mangaluru Mayor

Mangaluru Mayor announces installation of two 60 HP pump-sets at Pachchanadi STP to pump secondary treated sewage downstream Maravoor Vented Dam, preventing flow of treated/ untreated sewage into Phalguni (Gurupura) river.

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Just over ₹53,000 collected as fines for illegal boards, banners and flags in public places in Ernakulam this year till October 31

Kochi: Despite High Court directives and govt orders, only ₹53,510 fine collected in 10 cases in Ernakulam district in 10 months. 24,986 unauthorised boards, banners, flags and hoardings removed from district, but no prosecution measures taken by municipalities and panchayats.

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Thiruvananthapuram Corporation to prepare flood mitigation master plan

The council meeting of the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation on Friday decided to prepare a flood mitigation master plan for the capital city.

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Kochi Corporation comes under fire for bad state of roads in city

Kochi Corporation faces flak for not repairing potholed roads, causing accidents and damage to vehicles. EDRAAC president laments 50% of roads in bad condition. Contractors unable to raise funds due to 42 months of unpaid dues. State govt. owes ₹250 crore to Corporation, which could help repair roads.

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City of Literature: Kozhikode Corporation councillors to be honoured

Kozhikode to honour councillors and functionaries for making it a ‘City of Literature’. An event at Government Vocational Higher Secondary School for Girls, Nadakkavu, on November 22 with M.T. Vasudevan Nair as chief guest. PRISM project to help students involve in art and literature. Event to be followed by staging…

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KSRTC reverts to its old Khaki uniform

KSRTC revives Khaki uniform after 8 yrs; conductors & drivers to wear khaki trousers & half sleeve shirts; station masters, vehicle supervisors & chargemen to wear khaki trousers & half sleeve shirts; inspectors to wear khaki safari suit; mechanics to wear navy blue trousers & half sleeve shirts; store staff…

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City Corporation on course for net zero carbon emissions by 2027

The Square Mile's governing body buys all its electricity from a solar farm in Dorset

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Big screens bring World Cup final to city beaches

Fans gather at Marina, Besant Nagar beaches to watch World Cup final; SDAT, G.C.C. arrange giant screens; response encouraging; TN Tourism Development Corp. drive-in restaurant at Island Grounds also popular; differently abled people find it difficult to enjoy match due to lack of barricades, security.

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Oppn. alleges corruption in Amrut project, demands resignation of Mayor

Opposition leader Rajan J. Pallan sought to register criminal cases against the LDF councillors and officers, who threatened the Corporation secretary, who had sent a letter to the government about the corruption, with dire consequences

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Ensure My Kochi App functions without impediments, Corporation told

High Court directs Corporation Secretary to inform if septic/hotel waste collection, disposal and vehicle movement can be tracked on My Kochi App. Court asks Corpn. to verify the app's efficacy and take steps to clean Punchathodu, monitor dumping and take swift action against violators.

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Kochi Corporation hopes to complete Thuruthi housing project by February

Kochi Corp. plans to complete two housing complexes for economically weaker sections by Feb. 2021. The ₹44-crore project has received ₹18.24 crore aid under Rajeev Avas Yojana and ₹21 crore from CSML. The Corpn. has chipped in with ₹39.2 crore. Each apartment has 300 sq ft. area.

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Kochi Corporation to hand over 10 acres to BPCL-Kochi Refinery for CBG plant

Kochi Corporation to give 10 acres to BPCL-Kochi Refinery for CBG plant. Agreement with KSIDC for waste-to-energy plant cancelled. BPCL to float bid for project. Biogas to be used by BPCL. Council seeks clarity on rejects from plant.

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Kochi Corporation to get German support for sustainable development projects

Germany offers support for sustainable development projects of Kochi Corp. Mayor Anilkumar held discussions with German delegation. Projects include Mullassery canal rejuvenation, Cycle with Kochi, and Water Metro.

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KKRTC pays ₹3 crore to families of its six employees who died in accidents

Kalyana Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (KKRTC) has paid a sum of ₹3 crore to the families of its six employees who were killed in accidents as per the provisions of Corporate Salary Package (CSP) scheme.

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