The Latest Breaking News from Ernakulam

DPR for 3rd and 4th rail tracks in Ernakulam-Shoranur corridor to be finalised in November

By Nov-end, survey & allied works for 3rd & 4th tracks in congested 107-km Ernakulam-Shoranur rail corridor will be finalised. Track occupancy is over 120%.

The Hindu · Oct 27, 2023

Vande Bharat weekend service likely in Bengaluru-Ernakulam corridor during Deepavali

Railways to operate Vande Bharat Express special service in Bengaluru-Ernakulam corridor during weekends to cater to increased demand from commuters during Deepavali.

The Hindu · Oct 27, 2023

From driving tractors to harvesters, women to the fore of farm activities

Women in Ernakulam district are increasingly engaging in activities traditionally done by men, such as driving tractors and operating soil tillers and harvesters. The Mahila Kisan Sashaktikaran Pariyojana (MKSP) Ernakulam East Federation is training more than 60 women in agricultural activities, from using tractors to producing organic fertilizers and running…

The Hindu · Oct 26, 2023

Commuters demand inter-district bus services from Ernakulam

Kochi commuters demand more bus services to neighbouring districts due to inadequate KSRTC services. Private buses are preferred due to better maintenance and lower fares. Two-wheelers and cars from Paravur and Cherthala indicate lack of adequate transport services.

The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023

Kerala govt. to launch memory clinics for dementia patients

Minister R. Bindu announces start of memory clinics for dementia patients in association with Health Dept. Hibi Eden, MP, delivers keynote address; P.G. Sankaran speaks on 'Bodhi' project to make Ernakulam dementia-friendly. T.J. Vinod, MLA, presides over memory walk organised by Cusat & govt.

The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023

Kerala to constitute commission for senior citizens, says Minister for Social Justice R. Bindu

Kerala plans to set up a commission for senior citizens to address their welfare issues. Minister of Higher Education and Social Justice R. Bindu inaugurated a function to distribute certificates to those who completed the Naipunya Nagaram programme, which imparts hi-tech skills to the elderly. Several programmes are being implemented…

The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023

Project to enhance reading, writing and arithmetic skills of students to take wing soon in Ernakulam district of Kerala

Kerala's General Education department launches 'Samagragunamenma Padhathi' project to improve reading, writing and basic Maths skills of Classes I-VII students. Aim is to ensure basic reading and writing abilities and identify gaps in skills. Project modules developed by experts to initiate corrective measures. Aims to address decline in foundational skills…

The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023

Major fire breaks out at a rubber park in Ernakulam

.A major fire broke out in Ernakulam rural district on Sat, Oct 14, 2023. Firefighting units from across the district were called in to tackle the strong flames. Cause of fire unknown.

The Hindu · Oct 14, 2023

Heavy rain lashes several parts of Kerala; orange alert in 3 districts

Heavy rain in Kerala: IMD issues orange alert in 3 districts, yellow alert in 7. Orange alert for Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta; yellow alert in Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur. Rainfall of 6-20 cm, thunderstorm, gusty winds.

The Hindu · Oct 12, 2023

Illegal waste dumping: Special squads in Ernakulam district lagging behind in inspections in Kerala

Ernakulam district lags behind most other Kerala districts in number of inspections conducted by special enforcement squads since March 2023. Despite two squads, 961 inspections were held, compared to 6,700 in Kozhikode, 3,015 in Alappuzha and 2,259 in Kottayam. Spot fines of ₹2.6 lakh, ₹56 lakh, ₹50.3 lakh and ₹10.9…

The Hindu · Oct 11, 2023