Tag Archives: Kovalam

State Budget 2012-2013: What is in it for Thiruvananthapuram?

Finance Minister Shri.K.M Mani presented the State’s Budget for the next fiscal year 2012-2013. What are the impacts for Thiruvananthapuram from this year’s budget? Following are some excerpts related to Thiruvananthapuram from the “Budget 2012-2013″. Note: Based on past history, … Continue reading

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Central Government Nod for Widening of Trivandrum Bypass

After a deadlock lasting decades, the Public Works Department (PWD) has got the sanction from the Union Government for acquiring the land needed for the development of the National Highway (NH) Bypass connecting Kazhakkoottam in Thiruvananthapuram to Tamil Nadu. The NH … Continue reading

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Central Fund for Kovalam Roads

The Union government has selected Kovalam, along with 12 other places, for a major road improvement project aimed at enhancing connectivity near tourist destinations. The decision was taken at a meeting convened by the Union Ministry of Road Transport and … Continue reading

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British Supermodel Naomi Campbell @Kovalam

How far is London from Kovalam? Rather, how fast can you reach from one to the next? No, we are not getting into geography lessons here, and neither are we interested in Googling the answers. The questions were meant primarily … Continue reading

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Snorkelling Picks up at Eve’s Beach in Kovalam

Domestic tourists have taken a liking to snorkelling at Eve’s beach and for those looking for an adventure at Kovalam, all you need to do is approach Kunjumon and Vijay. Tourists make a beeline for their service everyday that starts … Continue reading

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Snaps of Vizhinjam Harbour and its Surroundings

Vizhinjam Harbour is a historic location in south Thiruvananthapuram close to the charming tourist destination Kovalam. Vizhinjam was the centre of the region’s commercial activity and its reputation as a major port in the east reached all edges of the world. … Continue reading

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Year 2011@Thiruvananthapuram

Author: Abhilash 2011 was an outstanding year for Thiruvananthapuram as we witnessed so many breakthrough developments all over the city mainly in Technopark (India’s Greenest and Biggest IT park and one of Asia’s landmark IT destinations,) Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, road infrastructure … Continue reading

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Resort of The Week: Surya Samudra

Surya Samudra Kovalam, a luxurious private retreat among the Kovalam Beach Hotels is the living expression of Kerala’s ancient and vibrant civilization. Spread over lush green acres of landscaped tropical gardens, this Hotel in Kerala is insulated from the busy … Continue reading

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Thiruvananthapuram is Getting Prepared for Christmas

What’s Christmas without cakes? Once upon a time, grandmother’s treasured recipes were used to bake cakes for the family. Although many homes in the city still maintain that tradition, many of them opt for readymade cakes in different flavours and … Continue reading

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Asia’s first Holography Studio Coming up at Kovalam

Thiruvananthapuram-based Light Logics Holography & Optics has set up Asia’s first holography studio at Kovalam, near Thiruvananthapuram, a top company official said. “We have already set it up, though a formal inauguration is pending. By February, 2012, we will begin … Continue reading

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