The Latest Breaking News from Kakkanad

Uncertainty over developing alternative roads ahead of piling for Metro’s Kakkanad extension

Uncertainty surrounds road diversions for Kochi Metro's Kakkanad extension due to lack of funds and postponed stakeholder meeting.

The Hindu · Mar 25, 2024

AFCONS Infrastructure is lowest bidder to build Kochi metro’s Kakkanad extension

KOCHI: AFCONS Infrastructure wins bid for Kochi metro extension, construction to begin soon, completion expected in 18 months.

The Hindu · Mar 23, 2024

Kerala Media Conclave from March 2

A three-day Kerala Media Conclave – 24 International Media Festival will be inaugurated on Kerala Media Academy campus in Kakkanad by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan

The Hindu · Mar 2, 2024

Death by suspected food poisoning in Kochi | More people complain against same restaurant

In the wake of the death of a youngster following suspected food poisoning after consuming shawarma from a restaurant in Kakkanad, more people are now approaching the food safety officials and the police with complaints against the same restaurant after experiencing alleged health issues.

The Hindu · Oct 28, 2023

Kerala youth on ventilator support following suspected food poisoning after consuming shawarma

Kerala restaurant owner booked after youth put on ventilator due to suspected food poisoning. Rahul D. Nair, 22, consumed shawarma from the restaurant in Kochi on October 18. He developed health issues and was admitted to a private hospital in Kakkanad. Health wing shut down restaurant after complaint. Food safety…

The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023

KMRL banking on Bliss City project to lessen Kochi metro’s revenue-expenditure gap

Kochi Metro's loss of ₹335 crore in 2022-23 is being addressed by KMRL's efforts to increase income from alternative sources, such as developing 17 acres in Kakkanad as Bliss City. KMRL is also looking to increase revenue from ads, semi-naming rights of stations, and last-mile connectivity.

The Hindu · Oct 14, 2023

Work on Kochi metro’s Kakkanad extension to be completed by November 2025, says KMRL chief

KMRL has floated tender for 11.2-km viaduct & 10 stations for Kochi Metro's Kakkanad extension. Technical bid to be opened Oct 27; civil construction to be completed in 20 months. Pre-cast method to be adopted to save time. Traffic diversion & multi-level parking options to be explored. AIIB to give…

The Hindu · Sep 1, 2023

Kollam could host next batch of Water Metro-like ferries

Advantages of expanding Water Metro operations to Kollam include lower operational costs, cleaner waters, shorter distances, and potential for tourism

The Hindu · Aug 22, 2023

Demand to augment Water Metro ferries, feeder buses to Kakkanad gets louder

Kochi commuters demand increased Water Metro frequency to Kakkanad due to upcoming barricades for Metro extension. No alternative roads developed by KMRL. Need to increase frequency to 15 mins during peak hours, augment feeder buses, extend operating time.

The Hindu · Aug 13, 2023

Legislator writes to KMRL seeking Water Metro terminals

Uma Thomas, MLA, has asked Kochi Metro Rail Ltd (KMRL) to set up Water Metro terminals at Chalikkavattom Arattukadavu and Thuthiyoor and said these two boat jetties, located along the Water Metro route to Kakkanad, can be developed effectively.

The Hindu · Jun 19, 2023