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Kerala floods: 9-yr-old donates money saved for bicycle

Kerala floods: 9-yr-old donates money saved for bicycle

Rediff.com20 Aug 2018

The girl lending the helping hand won her hearts and accolades, with Hero Cyles taking special note.

SUPERCUTE! Mumbai's Penguin Triplets

SUPERCUTE! Mumbai's Penguin Triplets

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

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Prez Murmu hosts gala dinner for G20 leaders

Prez Murmu hosts gala dinner for G20 leaders

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

They welcomed the guests before the start of the dinner from the reception dais, with its backdrop showcasing the ruins of the Nalanda University in Bihar besides India's G20 presidency theme -- 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam - One Earth, One Family, One Future'.

Heavy rains claim 26 lives in Kerala; red alert for Idukki reservoir

Heavy rains claim 26 lives in Kerala; red alert for Idukki reservoir

Rediff.com9 Aug 2018

Shutters of at least 22 reservoirs in the state have been opened to drain out excess water.

Salgaocar rally to hold Air India

Salgaocar rally to hold Air India

Rediff.com29 Nov 2007

An 86th minute goal by substitute Milagres Gonsalves helped Salgaocar hold Mumbai's Air India to a 1-1 draw in their second round match of the ONGC I-League, at the Nehru stadium, Fatorda, Goa, on Thursday.

Kerala rains: NDRF man's brave act to rescue sick child goes viral

Kerala rains: NDRF man's brave act to rescue sick child goes viral

Rediff.com12 Aug 2018

A photograph of Kumar snapped while scurrying across the bridge with the child two days ago, has gone viral on the social media with people showering praise on him.

Kerala: Over 4 lakh still in relief camps; 3 lakh houses cleaned

Kerala: Over 4 lakh still in relief camps; 3 lakh houses cleaned

Rediff.com27 Aug 2018

The CM urged all Malayalis to donate one month salary to rebuild the state, where the death toll has now touched 302.

SilkAir to launch Singapore-Coimbatore flights

SilkAir to launch Singapore-Coimbatore flights

Rediff.com23 Jul 2007

Singapore-based airline SilkAir plans to launch thrice a week flights from Singapore to Coimbatore from October. The proposal is still subject to government approval.

Ticketing lapse: Air India suspends 2 officials

Ticketing lapse: Air India suspends 2 officials

Rediff.com14 Jan 2013

The airline initiated an internal probe after Venugopal, who was on board a Delhi-Kochi-Thiruvananthapuram flight on January 4, saw 23 vacant seats inside while a Kerala minister was denied a seat on grounds of 'non-availability'.

Mangalore air crash: HC stays single judge order

Mangalore air crash: HC stays single judge order

Rediff.com25 Aug 2011

In a setback to the relatives of the 158 people killed in last year's Mangalore air crash, the Kerala high court on Thursday set aside a single judge order directing Air India to pay a minimum compensation of Rs 75 lakh each to them.

Kerala: Tribal man lynched while people clicked selfies

Kerala: Tribal man lynched while people clicked selfies

Rediff.com23 Feb 2018

Police has registered a case and some persons have been taken into custody.

'Pained by the plane accident in Kozhikode'

'Pained by the plane accident in Kozhikode'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2020

Political leaders across parties reacted to the Air India Express aircraft crash, which took place on Friday evening at Kozhikode airport.

'Marke wapas aa gaya': Indians rescued from Sudan recount ordeals

'Marke wapas aa gaya': Indians rescued from Sudan recount ordeals

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

India has evacuated at least 670 Indian nationals from Sudan and is looking to rescue more of its citizens from the strife-torn African nation before the end of a tenuous ceasefire between the regular army and a paramilitary force.

Former Army chief Gen Kapoor, ex-top defence officers join Rahul's yatra

Former Army chief Gen Kapoor, ex-top defence officers join Rahul's yatra

Rediff.com8 Jan 2023

Amid severe cold and fog, the march resumed in the morning from Dodwa in Karnal's Nilokheri region and entered the Kurukshetra district later in the day.

Opposition express concern over Air India strike

Opposition express concern over Air India strike

Rediff.com22 May 2012

Expressing concern over the on-going strike of Air India pilots, Opposition today demanded "bold initiatives" from the government to end the impasse and demanded a response from Civil Aviation Minister Ajit Singh.

How Navy's air ambulance saved an autorickshaw driver

How Navy's air ambulance saved an autorickshaw driver

Rediff.com25 Jul 2015

In a mission marked by clockwork precision, the heart of a brain dead man, brought to Kochi by a naval air ambulance, has been successfully transplanted in a 47-year-old autorickshaw driver at a hospital.

2021 fifth warmest year in India since 1901: IMD

2021 fifth warmest year in India since 1901: IMD

Rediff.com14 Jan 2022

The country also reported 1,750 deaths due to extreme weather events such as floods, cyclonic storms, heavy rain, landslides, lightning, among others, during the year, it said.

Rain havoc continues in Kerala, all 5 gates of Idukki reservoir opened

Rain havoc continues in Kerala, all 5 gates of Idukki reservoir opened

Rediff.com10 Aug 2018

For the first time in the last 26 years, a shutter of the Cheruthoni Dam was opened on Thursday.

Will Kerala lose Smart City?

Will Kerala lose Smart City?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2006

India reports first case of Coronavirus; Kerala woman tests positive

India reports first case of Coronavirus; Kerala woman tests positive

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

The government will also evacuate Indians on Friday from China's Wuhan city, the epicentre of the deadly Coronavirus, which has spread to at least 17 countries already.

Air India accused of flying 'outdated' aircraft

Air India accused of flying 'outdated' aircraft

Rediff.com4 Sep 2007

Accusing Air India operating international flights from Karipur Airport in Kozhikode, of flying 'outdated' aircraft, the Kerala Pravasi Association demanded a detailed probe into the matter.

Want to join the Air Force?

Want to join the Air Force?

Rediff.com8 May 2009

The Indian Air Force invites applications from unmarried male candidates for its selection test in August 2009.

Amidst turmoil, Manipur nurses cricket dreams

Amidst turmoil, Manipur nurses cricket dreams

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Usually, taking two wickets against a strong North Zone would leave any 17-year-old bowler with a wide smile. But Jotin Singh's smile had a tinge of nervousness.

Kerala declares coronavirus 'state calamity'; GoM meet held

Kerala declares coronavirus 'state calamity'; GoM meet held

Rediff.com3 Feb 2020

State Health Minister K K Shailaja told reporters that the government has declared the epidemic as a 'state calamity' to take all necessary steps to ensure that the outbreak is effectively controlled. A medical bulletin issued by the government said the health status of all the three students, who tested positive for the virus, was 'satisfactory'.

PM promises better airports in Kerala

PM promises better airports in Kerala

Rediff.com1 Nov 2006

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Wednesday said the Centre would assist Kerala in its plans for developing airport connectivity and improving the agriculture and plantation economy of the state.

Kerala MLA missed ill-fated AI flight

Kerala MLA missed ill-fated AI flight

Rediff.com23 May 2010

A last-minute change in his travel plan saved Congress Member of Legislative Assembly from Kerala A P Abdullakutty from meeting the fate of 158 passengers who died when an Air India Express plane from Dubai crashed near Mangalore airport on Saturday morning. Abdullakutty initially planned to catch the ill-fated flight to Mangalore since he had to reach his home town Kannur urgently. But he was a bit late to reach the Dubai International Airport and changed his ticket.

Om Puri: The Chronicler Of Cities On The Boil

Om Puri: The Chronicler Of Cities On The Boil

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

'If it weren't for Om Puri, a whole range of our big city experiences wouldn't have found their honest representations on the screen.'

Air India may set up MRO base in Kochi

Air India may set up MRO base in Kochi

Rediff.com18 Jun 2007

National carrier Air India, which will soon be merged with Indian Airlines, may partner Cochin International Airport for setting up an airframe maintenance, repair and overhaul facility near the Kochi airport, Kerala.

Kerala Guv rejects govt's explanation on anti-CAA suit

Kerala Guv rejects govt's explanation on anti-CAA suit

Rediff.com21 Jan 2020

"No explanation can satisfy me," the Governor told reporters in Thiruvananthapuram on Monday evening, a day after making it clear that he would not remain a 'mute spectator' as he sought a report from the Pinarayi Vijayan government.

World Bank report warns of heatwaves beyond endurance in India

World Bank report warns of heatwaves beyond endurance in India

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

Severe heatwaves, responsible for thousands of deaths across India over the last few decades, are increasing with alarming frequency and soon the country could become one of the first places in the world to experience heatwaves that break the human survivability limit, according to a new report.

Can Modi Broker Peace In Ukraine?

Can Modi Broker Peace In Ukraine?

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

Only the future will tell if Modi can leave his mark on the Ukraine crisis. Nonetheless, it is both a challenge and an opportunity for India's diplomacy, notes Rup Narayan Das.

Kerala leads world's tourism growth

Kerala leads world's tourism growth

Rediff.com9 Dec 2002

Kerala tourism is poised to grow by 11.6 per cent per annum over the coming decade, which will be the highest in the world, the World Travel and Tourism Council report released said.

Sealed cover practice against principles of natural justice, says SC

Sealed cover practice against principles of natural justice, says SC

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

The Supreme Court on Wednesday slammed the practice of filing sealed cover reports in courts and said it violates both principles of natural justice and open justice.

DGCA team to begin probe into Kerala 'hijack' drama

DGCA team to begin probe into Kerala 'hijack' drama

Rediff.com20 Oct 2012

A police team has been set up by the Kerala government to ascertain the truth behind the hijack alarm in the Abu Dhabi-Kochi Air India flight on Friday. A team of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation officials is set to arrive in Thiruvananthapuram to probe the case.

How this Kerala hacker tricked Apple

How this Kerala hacker tricked Apple

Rediff.com22 Dec 2016

Engineering student Hemanth Joseph, who bypassed Apple's activation lock, is now the poster boy for a young community of ethical hackers.

Air Arabia to launch Jaipur-Sharjah flight

Air Arabia to launch Jaipur-Sharjah flight

Rediff.com21 Apr 2006

Air Arabia will launch its first daily international flight connecting Jaipur and Sharjah in the Gulf on May 12, with fares as low as Rs 3,600.

RSS arm says divestment of Air India, BPCL was 'uncalled for'

RSS arm says divestment of Air India, BPCL was 'uncalled for'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

In a resolution passed at its national assembly in Haridwar, the SJM said the Modi government's proposed strategic divestment of PSEs was an "imprudent business decision" and "against national interest".

Helicopter tourism to start in Kerala in Oct

Helicopter tourism to start in Kerala in Oct

Rediff.com29 Sep 2006

Visitors will be taken from one tourist spot to the other in a seven seater helicopter to save time and also discomfort on the roads, says E M Najeeb, Chairman Air Travel Enterprises, which is marketing the packages through its leisure arm.

44 nurses from Libya to reach Kerala on Tuesday

44 nurses from Libya to reach Kerala on Tuesday

Rediff.com4 Aug 2014

The first batch of 44 Keralite nurses, stranded in strife torn Libya, would arrive in India on Tuesday. The nurses, working in various hospitals in Libya, had reached Tunisia, from where they will be reaching Dubai to take the scheduled flight to Kochi and arrive Tuesday morning, chief executive officer of Non-Resident Keralite Affairs department P Sudeep said.

Cyclone Ockhi: Centre offers all aid to Kerala; death toll reaches 25

Cyclone Ockhi: Centre offers all aid to Kerala; death toll reaches 25

Rediff.com4 Dec 2017

Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday visited cyclone-hit Kerala and assured the state of all help while asserting that rescue operations would continue till every missing fishermen was brought back safely.