Kochi News Today: Major Updates You Need to Know
Stay ahead with the biggest updates from Kochi on January 4, 2026. Get the latest on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments in the city.
Stay ahead with the biggest updates from Kochi on January 4, 2026. Get the latest on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments in the city.
Ludhiana gets a major water boost! A new Rs 1 crore canal water supply project promises to solve water scarcity for many residents. Learn how this initiative will transform the city's water infrastructure.
Indore reels as contaminated water claims 10 lives. Engineers expand probe beyond initial toilet leak theory, inspecting 1000 sewer chambers and 105 tankers. Read the latest.
Residents of Indore's Bhagirathpura face illness and financial strain due to contaminated tap water. In India's cleanest city, the crisis reveals a bitter irony. Read more.
Bhopal residents face water supply disruption in several colonies as Kerwa treatment plant shuts down for maintenance on Jan 4. BMC advises cooperation.
Gandhinagar faces a typhoid outbreak with 70 cases linked to leaks in new water pipelines. Officials scramble to fix contamination and advise boiling water.
Frustration mounts on Kochi's vital Vypeen-Fort ferry route as passengers blame KSINC mismanagement. Calls grow for Kochi Corporation to take direct control of Ro-Ro services. Read the full story.
Residents of Indore's Bhagirathpura face a severe health crisis due to contaminated drinking water, leading to widespread illness and financial strain. Read how the 'cleanest city' is battling this public health emergency.
Over 6.2 lakh Cauvery water consumers in Bengaluru to get penalty waiver under BWSSB's one-time settlement scheme. Pay principal dues in 90 days to save ₹299 crore. Act now!
Patna's municipal water supply is now confirmed safe, meeting all quality norms. Authorities are conducting rigorous inspections and upgrading infrastructure to ensure clean water. Read the full report.
Water supply in several Vizag areas will be disrupted on Monday due to maintenance. Check the full list of affected wards and emergency tanker contact numbers here.
Stay ahead with the latest from Kochi on Jan 3, 2026. Get key updates on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments. Watch the full video for complete details.
A water contamination tragedy in Indore, MP, has claimed lives, hospitalized hundreds, and shattered trust in municipal supply. Residents now rely on costly bottled water as authorities scramble to contain the outbreak.
A major water contamination crisis in Indore has claimed 6 lives and hospitalized over 200. Authorities investigate the source and urge residents to boil water. Stay informed.
Kerala govt approves land acquisition for Kochi's crucial 4km east-west corridor. Project aims to ease city congestion after decades of delay. Read details on compensation & timeline.
BWSSB launches Rs 20 crore project to supply 4 million litres of treated water daily to Peenya industries, conserving Cauvery water for drinking. Read about the mixed reactions and project details.
Bengaluru's Peenya industrial hub will soon receive 20 million liters per day of high-quality treated water from the BWSSB, reducing reliance on groundwater and Cauvery water. Learn about this major sustainability initiative.
Following 10 deaths in Indore from contaminated water, Kolkata's civic body orders stringent lab tests at all major treatment plants and booster stations to ensure safe drinking water.
Discover how your water purifier's storage tank material impacts hygiene and health. Learn why stainless steel, food-grade plastic, and design are crucial for safe drinking water. Make an informed choice today!
Rahul Gandhi criticizes MP govt for Indore water contamination affecting 50+ areas. Officials 'slept like Kumbhakarna,' he says. Details on the crisis and response.
The Kochi-Muziris Biennale 2025-26 has drawn over 160,000 visitors in its first 20 days, with a city-wide spread across historic venues. Discover the art phenomenon reshaping Kochi's cultural landscape.
Rahul Gandhi attacks BJP over Indore water contamination deaths. Sewage mix in supply claims 10 lives in India's 'cleanest city'. Demands accountability from double-engine government.
Get the latest updates from Kochi for January 2, 2026. Stay informed on civic alerts, traffic advisories, weather conditions, and key administrative developments.
Bhopal Municipal Corporation tested 177 water samples over two days, finding no contamination. The move aims to ensure safe drinking water and boost public confidence. Read the full report.
Kochi Metro Rail Ltd achieved its highest-ever single-day ridership of 1,61,683 passengers on New Year's Day across its integrated network. Discover how seamless connectivity and extended services created history.
Despite the 150 MLD Nemmeli desalination plant's operation, Chennai's OMR residents face water scarcity, relying on costly tankers. Officials promise new projects, but trust is low. Read more.
Kerala Water Authority releases final Rs 41 crore to Suez, paving way for private operation and maintenance of Kochi's water supply. Expected takeover by Jan 6.
A shocking probe in Indore reveals a toilet built directly above a main water line caused contamination, killing 7 and hospitalizing over 160. Read the full investigation.
A power disruption at Jalood grid crippled Narmada water supply to parts of Indore, leaving 14 overhead tanks dry. Officials arrange tankers as residents face shortages. Details inside.
A probe into the Indore water contamination incident reveals severe lapses in the supply system. Seven dead, 162 in hospitals. Officials scramble for answers.