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UDF MLAs defy Kerala Cong chief's call, to donate for Wayanad relief

UDF MLAs defy Kerala Cong chief's call, to donate for Wayanad relief

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

Leader of Opposition VD Satheesan on Sunday said the UDF will take part in all the rehabilitation efforts and work towards restoring normalcy in the lives of the survivors.

Kochi Biennale: A magnificent visual feast!

Kochi Biennale: A magnificent visual feast!

Rediff.com8 Feb 2013

It's the only Indian destination mentioned in the Forbes list of '13 cultural events to be seen' across the world. Set in the historical port town of Kochi, India's first ever new-age art extravaganza, the Kochi-Muziris Biennale, has received great response from the global art world. Durga Dominic brings you a glimpse of some of the Indian artistes participating in the Biennale. Photographs: Rajesh Karkera

'Probe Kochi IPL franchise case again'

'Probe Kochi IPL franchise case again'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2014

Former IPL commissioner Lalit Modi's lawyer Mehmood Abdi said that his client stands vindicated on the controversy surrounding the erstwhile Kochi franchise following outbursts by Shahshi Tharoor's wife Sunanda Pushkar who died recently.

From Kamal to Dulquer, stars open hearts and wallets for Wayanad

From Kamal to Dulquer, stars open hearts and wallets for Wayanad

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

The Kerala police on Thursday launched an investigation into an alleged social media campaign against Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's Facebook post requesting help for the people affected by the landslides in Wayanad district. The campaign was aimed at motivating people to reject the CM's appeal for disaster relief, it said.

The Ladies Who Will Sail Into History

The Ladies Who Will Sail Into History

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A will remain at sea for 8 months. They will rely on wind power, do the repairs on the boat themselves and navigate some the world's most treacherous waters.

Spotted: Tamil actor Sarathkumar in Kochi

Spotted: Tamil actor Sarathkumar in Kochi

Rediff.com3 Jun 2017

Reader Shanu sends us a photograph.

Ammonia leak detected from barge in Kochi

Ammonia leak detected from barge in Kochi

Rediff.com20 May 2016

Several families were evacuated from Champakkara area near Kochi after leakage of ammonia gas from a barge on Friday night, district authorities said

Kochi-Bangalore @ Rs 2,079

Kochi-Bangalore @ Rs 2,079

Rediff.com23 Sep 2005

Air Deccan will introduce two new daily services, Kochi-Bangalore and Kochi-Chennai, from September 27.

India batter Kedar Jadhav retires from all forms of cricket

India batter Kedar Jadhav retires from all forms of cricket

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

India and Maharashtra batter Kedar Jadhav on Monday announced his retirement from international cricket, four years since his last appearance for the national team.

Kochi Biennale: Art that challenges!

Kochi Biennale: Art that challenges!

Rediff.com8 Feb 2013

Durga Dominic and Rajesh Karkera bring you glimpses of the extraordinary international artistes who are participating in the India's first ever new-age art extravaganza, the Kochi Biennale.

Kochi Biennale: A magnificent visual feast!

Kochi Biennale: A magnificent visual feast!

Rediff.com30 Jan 2013

It's the only Indian destination mentioned in the Forbes list of '13 cultural events to be seen' across the world. Set in the historical port town of Kochi, India's first ever new-age art extravaganza, the Kochi-Muziris Biennale, has received great response from the global art world. Durga Dominic brings you a glimpse of some of the Indian artistes participating in the Biennale. Photographs: Rajesh Karkera

Kochi IPL team owners raided

Kochi IPL team owners raided

Rediff.com15 Apr 2010

There seems to be no respite from controversies for the Kochi IPL franchise. In fresh developments, it has been reported that Vipul Shah of Parani Developers and 2 others of the Kochi team were raided in Ahmedabad on Thursday.

Experts' view to be considered over cricket at Kochi stadium

Experts' view to be considered over cricket at Kochi stadium

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

C N Mohanan, Chairman of Greater Cochin Development Authority, which owns the stadium, said this after office bearers of Kerala Cricket Association and Kerala Footbal Association met him to discuss possibilities of hosting the India-West Indies ODI in November at the stadium.

Kerala woman cadet onboard ship seized by Iran returns home

Kerala woman cadet onboard ship seized by Iran returns home

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

At the airport, Joseph was received by the regional passport officer.

Spotted: Jackie Shroff at Kochi airport

Spotted: Jackie Shroff at Kochi airport

Rediff.com6 Nov 2016

Reader Ashish Shah has sent us a photograph.

HC grants bail to 17 PFI men in Kerala RSS leader murder case

HC grants bail to 17 PFI men in Kerala RSS leader murder case

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

The high court's 111-page order came on the appeals moved by the 26 accused against the special court's orders denying them bail.

Court reveals fixed matches in India-SA 2000 series

Court reveals fixed matches in India-SA 2000 series

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

2000 India-South Africa series: Court says some matches fixed, attempts made to fix others

'Google Wallet' for Android users in India launched

'Google Wallet' for Android users in India launched

Rediff.com8 May 2024

Tech titan Google on Wednesday launched the Google Wallet app for Android users in India, allowing them to securely store essentials like boarding passes, loyalty cards, event tickets, and public transport passes. The digital wallet, which becomes operational in India from Wednesday, comes as a complementary service to existing payment app Google Pay, a top official said.

Spotted: Mohanlal in Kochi

Spotted: Mohanlal in Kochi

Rediff.com15 Sep 2010

Reader Mariam has sent us this photograph of the South Indian actor.

Jehovah's Witnesses member surrenders for Kerala blasts

Jehovah's Witnesses member surrenders for Kerala blasts

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

The officer said that the man surrendered at Kodakara police station in the morning, claiming he was the one who set off the blasts.

Tendulkar, Tharoor slam move to host India-WI ODI in Kochi

Tendulkar, Tharoor slam move to host India-WI ODI in Kochi

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

Opposition mounts over KCA's plans to host one dayer at Kochi

Flyer arrested in Kochi for not obeying COVID-19 norms

Flyer arrested in Kochi for not obeying COVID-19 norms

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

He allegedly refused to wear mask and follow other instructions to be observed by the passengers coming from other states as part of the measures to check COVID-19 spread.

Jingle Bells! Jingle Bells! Santa's Come

Jingle Bells! Jingle Bells! Santa's Come

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

'Tis that time of the year...

Kochi Tuskers Kerala axed from IPL

Kochi Tuskers Kerala axed from IPL

Rediff.com19 Sep 2011

Cracking the whip, the BCCI terminated the contract of IPL franchise Kochi Tuskers Kerala for non-payment of bank guarantee, thus abruptly ending the controversial Kerala team's association with the cash-rich league after just one year.

Rahul's flight not cleared for landing? MoD explains

Rahul's flight not cleared for landing? MoD explains

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

A Defence spokesperson said on Friday that the Defence Ministry had neither accorded nor denied landing permission for an aircraft carrying Congress leader Rahul Gandhi at the Naval airport in Kochi.

Will Pinarayi Vijayan Survive Ally Anvar's Attack?

Will Pinarayi Vijayan Survive Ally Anvar's Attack?

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

At a time when none in Kerala's Left politics questioned the chief minister's authority, MLA P V Anvar hurled a series of accusations against Pinarayi Vijayan's government, notes Shyam G Menon.

Royals snap Kochi's winning streak

Royals snap Kochi's winning streak

Rediff.com24 Apr 2011

Shane Warne led from the front with a three-wicket haul as Rajasthan Royals notched up an easy eight-wicket victory over Kochi Tuskers Kerela to bring their campaign back on track in the Indian Premier League in Jaipur on Sunday.

ISL 2016 final to be played in Kochi

ISL 2016 final to be played in Kochi

Rediff.com2 Dec 2016

Kochi is all set to host the Indian Super League finale on December 18.

Kochi Tuskers introduce players, launch logo

Kochi Tuskers introduce players, launch logo

Rediff.com7 Apr 2011

Kochi Tuskers Kerala, which is making its debut in the 2011 edition of the Indian Premier League, on Wednesday introduced its players and launched its promotional logo for the Twenty20 tournament starting on Friday.

Gail's Kochi complex shelved: Deora

Gail's Kochi complex shelved: Deora

Rediff.com25 Jun 2007

The proposed Rs 7,000-crore (Rs 70-billion) petrochemical complex of Gas Authority of India at Kochi has been shelved for the time being due to technical issues, according to Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Murli Deora.

'Kochi stadium fit to host U-17 World Cup matches'

'Kochi stadium fit to host U-17 World Cup matches'

Rediff.com18 May 2017

Tournament director of the Local Organising Committee, Javier Ceppi made the announcement at a press conference in Kochi after inspecting the works being carried out in the stadium and the training sites.

Expert panel to look into Kerala varsity stampede that claimed 4 lives: Govt

Expert panel to look into Kerala varsity stampede that claimed 4 lives: Govt

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

State higher education minister R Bindhu has directed a three-member team, comprising the principal secretary of higher education, and Cochin University's vice-chancellor and registrar, to inquire into the stampede incident, an official release said.

Premier Futsal: Late bloomers Kochi beat Mumbai 4-1

Premier Futsal: Late bloomers Kochi beat Mumbai 4-1

Rediff.com16 Jul 2016

Led by their marquee player Michel Salgado, Kochi 5s thrashed Mumbai 5s 4-1 in their Premier Futsal match in Chennai on Saturday.

Kerala shocker: Woman delivers in bathroom, throws newborn on to street

Kerala shocker: Woman delivers in bathroom, throws newborn on to street

Rediff.com3 May 2024

The police said the woman has been taken into custody after being traced using the address on the Amazon delivery packet in which the child was wrapped and thrown.

Kochi Tuskers Kerala drags BCCI to court

Kochi Tuskers Kerala drags BCCI to court

Rediff.com21 Sep 2011

Owners of IPL franchise Kochi Tuskers Kerala on Wednesday moved the Bombay High Court to challenge the BCCI's decision to terminate the team's contract at its Annnaul General Meeting.

Beautiful India: 10 Journeys by Road

Beautiful India: 10 Journeys by Road

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Exploring the best of Indian roads.

What Mahabali Won't Hear

What Mahabali Won't Hear

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Questions that the state had come to recognise over time but consistently delayed treating seriously because doing so requires an overhaul of perspective and lifestyle, notes Shyam G Menon.

Chaos at airports as Air India Express cancels 100 flights; 15K flyers hit

Chaos at airports as Air India Express cancels 100 flights; 15K flyers hit

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Discontent has been brewing among a section of the cabin crew at the low-cost carrier for some time now, especially after the start of the process of merger of AIX Connect, formerly AirAsia India, with itself.

BCCI set to pay Rs 800 crore compensation to Kochi Tuskers

BCCI set to pay Rs 800 crore compensation to Kochi Tuskers

Rediff.com24 Oct 2017

The Board of Control for Cricket in India is set to pay a huge compensation of more than Rs 800 crore to disbanded Indian Premier League franchise Kochi Tuskers Kerala for terminating their contract in 2011.

'You're Always On Your Toes. Things May Change Anytime'

'You're Always On Your Toes. Things May Change Anytime'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

'You have to be good in your project that's releasing today for you to be working on something tomorrow. That will always be the case.'