News for '-kochi'

Sundari Penne Saniya Iyappan

Sundari Penne Saniya Iyappan

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

Always glam but simple dressing from the young Malyalee star.

'Bidding adieu to... The Godfather of Humour'

'Bidding adieu to... The Godfather of Humour'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

'The moments of laughter you've gifted us will always remain.'

Sun shines at Kochi, but question mark remains

Sun shines at Kochi, but question mark remains

Rediff.com16 Oct 2010

After three days of rain, the weather gods finally smiled on Kochi with bright sunshine greeting the historic port city, on Saturday. However, there seems to be a lot of question marks on whether the ground would be ready in time because of the amount of water that has already been soaked by the outfield.

Infovista to open centre in Kochi

Infovista to open centre in Kochi

Rediff.com28 Oct 2003

Infovista, the California-based information technology major, is expected to open its global delivery centre in the Cochin Infopark in Kerala shortly.

Budget: Will Nirmalaji Loosen Purse Strings For Poll Gains?

Budget: Will Nirmalaji Loosen Purse Strings For Poll Gains?

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

The finance minister's assertion that industry should not expect any spectacular announcements in the 2024 interim Budget suggest that the electoral imperatives of more tax concessions or higher expenditure on welfarist programmes could be far less pronounced than they were before the 2019 interim Budget, expects A K Bhattacharya.

BJP sees Modi's face in Kerala carnival effigy, organisers change image

BJP sees Modi's face in Kerala carnival effigy, organisers change image

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

The BJP workers of Fort Kochi staged a protest at a ground where 'Papanji' structure was being built after the photo of 'Papanji' was shared on social media platforms saying it resembled that of Modi's face.

Kochi chef wins House of Commons prize

Kochi chef wins House of Commons prize

Rediff.com13 Jul 2008

Chef Anand George's Mint and Mustard restaurant polled the maximum votes among lawmakers for the annual award for south Asian cuisine instituted in 2005.

PICS: 11th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas begins in Kochi

PICS: 11th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas begins in Kochi

Rediff.com7 Jan 2013

Giving a platform to Keralites in the Gulf to air their grievances, an exclusive session on Non-Resident Indians in that region was held as the 11th Pravasi Divas began in Kochi on Monday.

Gulf Air plane towed, Kochi airport ops resume

Gulf Air plane towed, Kochi airport ops resume

Rediff.com30 Aug 2011

After a night-long operation, the aircraft was lifted at 6 am with the help of huge cranes. A 100-member expert team from Mumbai was at the spot to assist the operation.

Kochi CEO summit opens on Friday

Kochi CEO summit opens on Friday

Rediff.com25 Sep 2003

As a prelude to the CEO summit, being attended by President Dr. A P J Abdul Kalam, on Friday, nearly 80 captains of the industry met in Kochi on Thursday to discuss ways to transform India into an economically secure and spiritually strong leader.

Where In The World Are These Argentina Fans?

Where In The World Are These Argentina Fans?

Rediff.com14 Dec 2022

Some of Argentina's most passionate fans can be found in towns and cities across football-crazy Kerala.

Kochi, Pune demand of franchisee-fee cut rejected

Kochi, Pune demand of franchisee-fee cut rejected

Rediff.com27 Apr 2011

The Working Committee of the Board of Control for Cricket in India rejected Indian Premier League franchises Kochi Tuskers Kerala and Sahara Pune Warriors' demand for a reduction in the franchisee fee.

Stats: McCullum highest run-scorer for Kochi

Stats: McCullum highest run-scorer for Kochi

Rediff.com21 Apr 2011

# Brendon McCullum is the leading run-getter for Kochi in the IPL 4, aggregating 196 (ave.39.20) in five games.

Tendulkar, Malinga loom as big threats for Kochi

Tendulkar, Malinga loom as big threats for Kochi

Rediff.com14 Apr 2011

After lining up on opposite sides in the memorable World Cup final earlier this month, Sachin Tendulkar and Sri Lankan pacer Lasith Malinga, playing as a combined unit for Mumbai Indians, pose a major threat for a struggling Kochi Tuskers Kerala in an IPL match in Mumbai on Friday.

IPL: Pune beat Kochi in battle of newcomers

IPL: Pune beat Kochi in battle of newcomers

Rediff.com14 Apr 2011

Pune Warriors beat Kochi Tuskers Kerala by four wickets in the battle of debutantes in an Indian Premier League clash at the DY Patil Stadium in Nerul on Wednesday.

Madonna Is Always Pretty As A Picture

Madonna Is Always Pretty As A Picture

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

There is nothing showy about Madonna B Sebastian's dressing. But boy does she know how to dress.

Fiji PM arriving in Kochi on Wednesday

Fiji PM arriving in Kochi on Wednesday

Rediff.com11 Oct 2005

The visiting PM would pay a visit to the offices of the Coconut Development Board, among other places.

Kochi realty prices on an upswing

Kochi realty prices on an upswing

Rediff.com8 Sep 2003

Jadeja, Dhoni steer India to easy win at Kochi

Jadeja, Dhoni steer India to easy win at Kochi

Rediff.com15 Jan 2013

India came up with a brilliant all-round display to thrash England by 127 runs in the second One-Day International, in Kochi, on Tuesday. The hosts first posted a competitive 285, riding on captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni's 72 and Ravindra Jadeja's 61, before the bowlers skittled out the visitors for a paltry 158 in just 36 overs to level the five-match series 1-1.

BCCI to adopt wait policy on Kochi investor

BCCI to adopt wait policy on Kochi investor

Rediff.com6 Feb 2011

The Cricket Board, yet to recover from the alleged scams of former Indian Premier League chairman Lalit Modi, has a new problem confronting it with news reports on Sunday saying tax evasion notice has been issued to one of the investors of its new Kochi franchise by the Central Government.

IPL: Kochi gets a 30-day termination notice

IPL: Kochi gets a 30-day termination notice

Rediff.com27 Oct 2010

In a respite for the squabbling Kochi IPL consortium, the BCCI on Wednesday gave the franchise 30 more days to resolve its disputes or risk termination from the high-profile league.

Kochi smart city: Promoter to take legal action

Kochi smart city: Promoter to take legal action

Rediff.com31 Dec 2010

Dubai-based Tecom, promoter of the Rs 1,500 crore (Rs 15 billion) Kochi Smart city IT infrastructure project, today threatened to go to court if the state government failed to resolve contentious issues including that of "freehold land", within the next two months.

No decision on Kochi, IPL auction in January

No decision on Kochi, IPL auction in January

Rediff.com17 Nov 2010

The players' auction for the forthcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) would be held in January, while a decision on the Kochi franchise will be taken after November 27, the BCCI said in Mumbai on Wednesday.

Kochi ODI: India need to work on bowling frailties

Kochi ODI: India need to work on bowling frailties

Rediff.com14 Jan 2013

Still reeling from their narrow nine-run defeat in the opening ODI match, a struggling India will have to work on their bowling frailties and inconsistent batting as they take on England in the second one-dayer in Kochi with the pressure on the home team.

Kochi's Infopark gets Rs 320 crore investment

Kochi's Infopark gets Rs 320 crore investment

Rediff.com19 Jan 2015

The phase II development of Infopark has received a shot in the arm with a pact being inked for fresh investments worth Rs 320 crore (Rs 3.20 billion) under the PPP route.

India's rising shuttler Kiran George wins in Indonesia

India's rising shuttler Kiran George wins in Indonesia

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

Kiran George wins Indonesia Masters to grab second super 100 title

'Modi offered all help in developing Kochi team'

'Modi offered all help in developing Kochi team'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2010

Kerala Cricket Association secretary T C Mathew says the public spat between the IPL commissioner Lalit Modi and Minister of State for External Affairs Sashi Tharoor is the result of forces trying to sabotage the Kochi IPL team.

Mott has to quit as NSW coach to join IPL Kochi

Mott has to quit as NSW coach to join IPL Kochi

Rediff.com26 Aug 2010

A contender for the coaching job of the Indian Premier League Kochi franchise, Matthew Mott will have to resign as New South Wales coach if he accepts the lucrative offer from the new Twenty20 team.

Sunanda giving up IPL Kochi stake immaterial: BJP

Sunanda giving up IPL Kochi stake immaterial: BJP

Rediff.com18 Apr 2010

Describing Sunanda Pushkar's decision to give up her stake in Kochi Indian Premier League team as immaterial, Bharatiya Janata Party on Sunday demanded that Prime Minister Manmohan Singh immediately sack Union Minister Shashi Tharoor as the matter was now of 'stinking corruption.'

PIL seeks CBI probe in Kochi IPL row

PIL seeks CBI probe in Kochi IPL row

Rediff.com13 Apr 2010

The Shashi Tharoor-Lalit Modi stand-off over the Kochi IPL team reached the Supreme Court on Tuesday with a petition seeking a CBI probe into the Union Minister's alleged proxy stakes in the Rs 1533-crore franchise, won by a consortium, Rendezvous Sports World. Alternatively, the petition urged the apex court to constitute a special investigation team to probe the allegations.

Windies series: Kochi to host first ODI on Oct 8; Hyderabad first Test

Windies series: Kochi to host first ODI on Oct 8; Hyderabad first Test

Rediff.com14 Aug 2014

Kochi will host the first One-day International between India and the West Indies on October 8, while the first of three Tests between the teams will be at Hyderabad, starting October 30.

Why South India Is Unhappy With Modi

Why South India Is Unhappy With Modi

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

On one hand, South Indian states have been complaining about denial of a proportionate portion of the sharable funds from the Centre, based on population. On the other hand, they stand to lose Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha seats that again are based on population, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Kochi's Infopark attracts Rs 3,000 cr investment

Kochi's Infopark attracts Rs 3,000 cr investment

Rediff.com23 Dec 2014

Kochi's Infopark has managed to get Rs 3,000 cr investment.

Kochi IPL row to be resolved soon: Modi

Kochi IPL row to be resolved soon: Modi

Rediff.com18 Apr 2010

IPL Commissioner Lalit Modi on Sunday exuded confidence of resolving the controversy over ownership of Kochi franchise saying he had no personal issue either with the team owners or Minister of State for External Affairs Shashi Tharoor.

The Remarkable Life And Legacy Of Oommen Chandy

The Remarkable Life And Legacy Of Oommen Chandy

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

'Oommen Chandy always had time for his people and valued their voices.' 'There was no rest for him as long as the betterment of his fellow citizens was at stake.' Ambassador Venu Rajamony, who knew the former Kerala chief minister for half a century, salutes a beloved leader who worked tirelessly for the welfare of its people.

Why Securing Gateway of Tears Is Critical For India

Why Securing Gateway of Tears Is Critical For India

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

The Indian Navy, which regards itself as the 'net security provider' in the Indian Ocean Region, has also stepped up to the plate, with a warship stationed at all times off the Gulf of Aden for counter-piracy tasks. 91 Indian warships have been deployed in the region since 2008, patrolling high risk areas where piracy was rampant.

Sreedharan to play key role in Kochi Metro project

Sreedharan to play key role in Kochi Metro project

Rediff.com18 Nov 2011

After roping in eminent technocrat Sam Pitroda as Kerala's "development mentor", the Congress-led UDF Government plans to utilise the services of E Sreedharan as his term as MD of Delhi Metro Rail Corporation is to end next month.

NIA attaches PFI's weapons training centre spread over 10 acres in Kerala

NIA attaches PFI's weapons training centre spread over 10 acres in Kerala

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

The NIA, on March 17, filed a charge sheet against 59 accused, including the PFI as an organisation, in a case registered last year.

Yeh Hai India: The Snake Boat Race

Yeh Hai India: The Snake Boat Race

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

A snake boat race during the Champions Boat League in Kochi.