Ernakulam district has emerged as the most accident-prone region in Kerala for 2024, recording the highest number of road accident fatalities, according to the State Crime Records Bureau (SCRB). The district witnessed 7,567 road accidents resulting in 489 deaths, placing it ahead of Thiruvananthapuram (484 deaths) and Kozhikode (315 deaths). Across the state, a total Read More…
The Kerala government’s handling of rising student drug abuse, the Kerala High Court has spotlighted Ernakulam as the state’s most affected district, with 53 NDPS (Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act) cases involving minors reported between 2015 and 2024. Expressing deep concern, the court warned that without detailed studies and data-driven strategies, efforts to combat Read More…
The popular Vande Bharat Express train service between Bengaluru and Kochi (Ernakulam), known for its high passenger demand, has not been fully cancelled but is currently suspended due to unresolved scheduling issues. The train, which was operating three times a week, is awaiting final approval from Southern Railways for an extended timetable. Despite high occupancy Read More…