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Kochi's Festive Tourism Booms with Biennale and Carnival
Kochi witnesses a 2-3% rise in hotel bookings this Christmas-New Year season, driven by the Biennale and Cochin Carnival. Fort Kochi emerges as the top spot, despite traffic and IndiGo impact. Read more.
Two 19-year-olds arrested for robbery in Kochi
Kochi police arrested two 19-year-olds for assaulting a man and stealing his iPhone worth Rs 75,000 near Mattancherry. The accused have previous narcotics cases. Read the full story.
Man stabs wife at Kochi's Muttom Metro station
A 37-year-old man stabbed his wife at Muttom Metro station in Kochi. Police apprehended him on the spot. Separately, Customs seized hybrid ganja worth Rs 4.3 crore at Kochi airport.
Kochi Headlines: Major Civic, Traffic & Weather Updates
Get the latest updates from Kochi on civic matters, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and political developments. Stay informed with all the essential news for December 27, 2025.
Major Fire at Portland's Custom House Wharf, Roof Collapses
A massive third-alarm fire broke out at Custom House Wharf in Portland's Old Port. Firefighters from multiple towns battled the blaze, which caused a roof collapse. Avoid the area.
Massive Fire Breaks Out in Delhi's Chandni Chowk
A significant fire broke out in a building in Delhi's historic Chandni Chowk area. Five fire tenders rushed to the spot to control the blaze. No casualties reported so far.
BMC serves fire safety notice to Mumbai's NSCI club
Mumbai's BMC issues a 30-day notice to NSCI Worli for fire safety lapses. The action is part of citywide inspections launched after the deadly Goa nightclub fire. Details inside.
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40 rescued from Mumbai residential building fire
A major fire broke out at a residential building in Mumbai's Andheri area. Prompt action by firefighters led to the safe rescue of 40 people. Read the full details of the incident and response.
12 Kochi shops closed for safety failures in Methar Bazaar
Kochi's disaster authority orders closure of 12 commercial establishments in Methar Bazaar for lacking fire safety and electrical compliance. Read the full list and details.
Kochi's festive sales jump 10% on Christmas, New Year demand
Kochi traders report a 10% sales surge this festive season. LED lights, gifts, and plum cakes lead demand, while garments lag. Discover the key trends driving Kochi's holiday economy.
Major Fire at Amravati's Mira Industries Pulse Mill
A massive fire gutted Mira Industries pulse mill in Amravati's MIDC, destroying raw materials & machinery. No casualties reported. Investigations point to short circuit. Read the full report.
Congress ends Kochi mayor suspense, splits term between groups
Congress resolves Kochi mayor impasse: V K Minimol (I Group) gets first term, Shiny Mathew (A Group) the second. Deputy mayor post also shared. Election on Dec 26.
Ludhiana Fire Department Faces Acute Staff Shortage
Ludhiana, Punjab's industrial hub, grapples with severe fire department staff shortage, leading to overworked personnel. MC proposes creating 273 new posts to address the crisis. Read more.
Kochi Biennale Island Mural Project Engages Public
The Kochi Biennale Foundation's Island Mural Project is turning Fort Kochi and Mattancherry into vibrant public art spaces. Featuring works by Aravani Art Project, Osheen Siva, and more, it runs until March 31, 2026. Explore the stories!
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Fire at Secunderabad Plastic Godown, No Casualties
A major fire broke out at a plastic goods godown in Secunderabad's Monda Market. Caused by a suspected short-circuit, it damaged stock worth lakhs. Read the full report on the incident and response.
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Major Fire at Thane Wedding Hall During Ceremony
A major fire broke out at a banquet hall in Thane during a wedding ceremony, forcing the evacuation of over 100 people. Read about the swift response and investigation details.
Kochi STP Project Delayed, Cost Rises by Rs 400 Crore
Kochi's crucial sewage treatment project faces further delays as costs escalate from Rs 1,300 crore to Rs 1,700 crore. Read about the reasons and impact on the city's urban regeneration.
Thane Wedding Hall Fire: 2 Dead, 10 Injured in Ghodbunder
A massive fire broke out at a banquet hall in Thane's Ghodbunder area during a wedding ceremony, claiming 2 lives and injuring 10. Emergency services responded swiftly to the blaze.
Gurgaon: Twin Fires at Industrial Sites, No Injuries
Two separate fires broke out in Gurgaon on Tuesday morning—one at a plastic waste processing site and another at a tyre warehouse. Thick toxic smoke hampered operations, but no casualties were reported. Read the full details.
Global Nightclub Fire Tragedies: A Decade Timeline
A look back at deadly nightclub fires worldwide from 2013 to 2024, highlighting recurring safety failures. Remember the victims and demand stricter fire safety regulations.
Massive Fire Engulfs Ludhiana Cattle Feed Factory
A massive fire broke out at a cattle feed plant in Ludhiana's Dhandari Kalan area, requiring 20 fire tenders. No casualties reported, but the factory is severely damaged. Read the full report.
Fire at Lower Parel Industrial Unit, One Worker Rescued
A fire caused by a short circuit engulfed an embroidery unit in Mumbai's Lower Parel. While most employees escaped, one was rescued from a bathroom by the fire brigade. Read the full details of the incident and response.
Telangana's 2025 Fire Deaths Hit 11-Year High at 163
Telangana reports its highest fire-related fatalities in over a decade, with 163 deaths and ₹865.7 crore in property damage in 2025. Experts blame ageing infrastructure and power surges. Read for safety insights.
Indore warehouse fire controlled, no injuries reported
A fire erupted in a Khajrana, Indore warehouse storing wedding procession materials. Firefighters contained the blaze; no casualties. Investigation ongoing.
Delhi shelter fire kills one, cause under investigation
A fire at a homeless shelter in Delhi's Vasant Vihar killed one person. Investigators suspect a short circuit. Read the full details and the tragic sequence of events.
Delhi Bus Fire: 15 Tourists Escape Near Kashmiri Gate
A major fire engulfed a tourist bus near Delhi's Kashmiri Gate ISBT. All 15 passengers had a miraculous escape. Read details of the incident and the swift response.
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