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Thiruvananthapuram Metro Hit by New Route Alignment Delays

Representative image THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Thiruvananthapuram Metro Rail project faces another setback as a high-level meeting led by Chief Secretary A. Jayathilak did not reach an agreement on the route alignment. Stakeholders, including elected officials and senior administrators, emphasized the need for underground lines to protect the heritage sites and green spaces of the city. Currently, the proposed Metro line is set to stretch from Kazhakkoottam to Pappanamcode, passing through Karyavattom, Sreekaryam, Ulloor, Medical College, Pattom, PMG, Palayam, Statue, Overbridge, Thampanoor, Killipalam, Karamana, and Pappanamcode, covering a distance of 21 kilometers. During the latest meeting, various alternative alignments were proposed, with…

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Settle Pattayam Land Violations Now

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: On Wednesday, the state cabinet approved the rules for implementing the Kerala Land Assignment (Amendment) Act, which will allow for the regularization of pattayam lands that have previously violated conditions, as well as provide for alternative uses under regulation. This decision symbolizes the next phase in the process that began with the passage of the amendment in the assembly last year. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan stated that the measure aims to resolve longstanding issues in the high ranges. “Since 2016, addressing land-related problems for the residents in the high ranges has been a major goal of this government. This…

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Kerala Launches Neurodiversity-Friendly Workspace in Kochi Metro

KOCHI: Kerala is inaugurating its first coworking space that embraces neurodiversity, aimed at fostering an inclusive workspace for individuals with varied needs. The facility, named ‘i by Infopark’, spans 48,000 square feet and is situated at the Ernakulam South Metro Station. Facilities can accommodate over 550 professionals, featuring flexible work settings with modern amenities, as highlighted by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Monday. He mentioned that this initiative could set a standard for future projects and will be expanded across the state to promote innovation and job creation. The Chief Minister elaborated in a Facebook post, “Covering an area of…