Indian hotels hike New Year 2026 tariffs by 10-20% amid robust demand. From luxury chains to city hotels, festive packages with yoga, brunches & DIY bars lure guests. Bookings surge on platforms like Cleartrip. Read more.
A foreign tourist's emotional video praising an Indian hotel's staff for their exceptional care when she fell ill has gone viral, showcasing the country's renowned hospitality.
Curator Nikhil Chopra discusses the Kochi-Muziris Biennale's focus on dynamic art, dismantling hierarchies, and creating a collective, immersive experience with the city of Kochi. Discover why unfinished works are part of the vision.
The 2024 Kochi-Muziris Biennale, curated by K.J. Suresh, opens on Dec 12. This edition focuses on local narratives with global resonance, featuring over 90 artists. Explore India's premier contemporary art event.
NHAI appoints HEC to prepare a revised DPR for the long-delayed Edappally-Aroor elevated highway. Design complexities, including the Kochi Metro alignment, have caused delays. The crucial stretch is key to managing NH 66 traffic. Read more.
District Collector Priyanka G directs officials to complete the pending 175m stretch of Mullassery Canal in five months using precast tech. Review meeting also covers other Operation Breakthrough projects. Read more.
Kerala police arrest two from West Bengal with 37kg ganja near Kalady. In a separate raid, Kochi city police seize MDMA. Read the full details of the drug crackdown here.
A compulsive gamer in China left a hotel room in unimaginable filth after a nearly two-year stay. The viral video shows mountains of trash, forcing a 3-day cleanup. Read the full story and social media outrage.
A hotel in China was left in shock after a guest checked out following a continuous two-year stay, revealing a room filled with mountains of garbage and human waste. The incident highlights extreme gaming addiction.
BMW India partners with Kochi Biennale Foundation for the sixth time, presenting the 2024-25 Kochi-Muziris Biennale. Discover the fusion of art, culture, and innovation from Dec 12, 2024, to Apr 10, 2025.
A 70-year-old retired teacher was found dead in a pool of blood inside her Kochi residence. Police are investigating the brutal murder that has shocked the local community.
A man returning from UAE was abducted at gunpoint from Kochi airport & robbed. Police suspect gold smuggling racket involvement. Separate drug, currency seizures reported. Read for details.
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.
Udaipur police arrested 39 individuals from Madhya Pradesh in a flesh trade raid at Hotel Indraprastha. Two hotel operators were also detained. Read the full details.
UK police and immigration officers raided a property of Sri Guru Singh Sabha Southall gurdwara, arresting one man. The committee is reviewing all its properties. Read the full details.
Kochi authorities launch immediate & long-term measures after pipeline bursts disrupt water supply. 60 tankers deployed, new coordination plans & pipeline relocation ordered. Details inside.
Pipe bursts linked to Kochi Metro works disrupt drinking water supply to Kaloor, Edappally & nearby areas. Residents forced to hire private tankers as authorities struggle to fix the issue. Read more.
Kerala Police arrested 46 individuals and seized drugs in a major statewide drive. Over 1,200 suspects were questioned. Authorities vow continued strict action. Report tips to 9497927797.
A 21-year-old woman suffered critical injuries after falling from a Bengaluru hotel balcony while trying to escape police via a drain pipe. An FIR has been filed. Read the full investigation details.
Back-to-back pipeline bursts near Kochi Metro work disrupt water supply to Kaloor, Edappally & other areas. KWA races to repair, while protests erupt. Details inside.
KMRL MD Loknath Behera announces a detailed study for Water Metro connectivity to Mattancherry and Fort Kochi, addressing merchant demands for better ferry services and dredging. Read more.
Consecutive pipeline bursts near Kochi Metro viaduct in Kaloor disrupt drinking water supply to key areas. KWA repair delayed, sparking protests. Details on the crisis and official response inside.
Discover Lilibet, the resident British Shorthair cat at London's luxurious Lanesborough hotel. Her royal name and calming presence have made her an unofficial symbol, charming guests worldwide. Read her unique story.
Explore the eerie story of Pyongyang's Ryugyong Hotel, a 105-storey ghost building. A rare insider reveals its concrete interior and 30-year mystery. Discover why this $800m project never opened.
Bengaluru's iconic Samrat Hotel has reopened its legendary restaurant dining hall after four years of operating as a food court. Discover the revival story.
Kochi Corporation successfully implements major projects in waste management, housing renovation, and public spaces using Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds. See how councillors drove change.
Kinfra seeks PWD permission to restart the Aluva water treatment plant. Protests over Periyar River water shortage addressed with new regulator plan. Read the latest updates.
Greater Cochin Development Authority extends deadline for JLN Stadium renovation to Dec 20. The project aims to elevate the venue to international standards, potentially attracting major football matches to Kerala. Read the full update.
Delhi Police arrested two men and seized counterfeit cigarettes worth Rs 50 lakh near Lahori Gate. The accused operated illegal trade for over two years. Read full details.
Discover Hotel Arbez Franco-Suisse, where the border between France and Switzerland runs through bedrooms and dining areas. Experience sleeping in two nations without leaving your room!