News for 'J Thomas'

SC reserves verdict on plea against Thomas as CVC

SC reserves verdict on plea against Thomas as CVC

Rediff.com11 Feb 2011

The Supreme Court reserved its verdict on petitions challenging the appointment of former bureaucrat P J Thomas, who is facing a corruption case in a Kerala court, as Central Vigilance Commissioner.

'We Will Bring The Oscar'

'We Will Bring The Oscar'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

'Ours is a disaster movie with no big stars, songs or commercial ingredients.' 'Yet, it is Malayalam cinema's highest grosser.'

Cricket approved for LA 2028 Olympics!

Cricket approved for LA 2028 Olympics!

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Five sports, including cricket and flag football, proposed for inclusion at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics were approved by the International Olympic Committee executive board on Friday.

Shoemaker Thomas Bata dies at 93

Shoemaker Thomas Bata dies at 93

Rediff.com2 Sep 2008

Thomas Bata, the Czech-born head of the worldwide family shoe empire that bears his name, died today in Canada, an official said. He was 93.

Tiger Woods apologizes for tampon prank

Tiger Woods apologizes for tampon prank

Rediff.com18 Feb 2023

Tiger Woods made an apology and appeared to make the cut at the Genesis Invitational on Friday, as a prank gone wrong overshadowed his return to action.

Sacked CVC Thomas to file review petition in SC

Sacked CVC Thomas to file review petition in SC

Rediff.com12 Mar 2011

Former central vigilance commissioner P J Thomas has decided to move the Supreme Court seeking review by a Constitution bench of its March 3 judgment quashing his appointment, claiming that judiciary has no right to decide his eligibility for the post without prior reference from the President.

We will be tagged as underdogs: Thomas

We will be tagged as underdogs: Thomas

Rediff.com21 Sep 2011

Despite starting the tournament with a win, Somerset skipper Alfonso Thomas said they will go as the underdogs when they take on Kolkata Knight Riders in their second match of the Champions League T20 qualifiers in Hyderabad.

'BJP did nothing against CVC Thomas when in power'

'BJP did nothing against CVC Thomas when in power'

Rediff.com18 Jan 2011

The government on Tuesday hit back at the Bharatiya Janata Party on the appointment of PJ Thomas as Central Vigilance Commissioner saying the party did nothing when it was in power on sanctioning prosecution against him, as they could find any evidence against him.

Why is Xi Jinping Clapping?

Why is Xi Jinping Clapping?

Rediff.com8 Mar 2023

The National People's Congress -- China's annual political gathering known as the Two Sessions -- brought leaders and lawmakers this week to set the Chinese Communist party's agenda for domestic economic and social development for the year.

India's T20 explosive squad ready to crush West Indies

India's T20 explosive squad ready to crush West Indies

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

India again firm favourites, T20 series to provide ideal platform to youngsters

Evans Thomas wins FC Barcelona training

Evans Thomas wins FC Barcelona training

Rediff.com6 Aug 2007

16-year-old Kerala lad Evans Thomas was adjudged best in the 'WHERE'S THE NEXT' Nike football contest.

Cyclone Michaung leaves trail of death and destruction

Cyclone Michaung leaves trail of death and destruction

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

A dozen people lost their lives in various rain-related incidents in and around Chennai while personnel on fishing boats and farm tractors were engaged in rescuing stranded people on Tuesday.

Thomas should quit as CVC, says NCP

Thomas should quit as CVC, says NCP

Rediff.com1 Dec 2010

"The CVC is a very important Constitutional position and naturally the position should be held by a person who is absolutely above board. The government is seized of the matter and will deal accordingly," senior NCP leader and Union minister Praful Patel told reporters.

Thomas Cook inks 7-year deal with Delhi airport

Thomas Cook inks 7-year deal with Delhi airport

Rediff.com6 Jul 2010

While the company would have nine counters, Central Bank of India will have two.

Kerala Catholic priest joins BJP, suspended as vicar

Kerala Catholic priest joins BJP, suspended as vicar

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

The priest joined the BJP at a time when the catholic church had been attacking the party over the Manipur violence.

Satwik-Chirag's Groovy Celebrations!

Satwik-Chirag's Groovy Celebrations!

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

Another triumphant story was written in Indian badminton as Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty romped to a stunning comeback win.

As estranged parents squabble, Kerala HC names 3-year-old

As estranged parents squabble, Kerala HC names 3-year-old

Rediff.com1 Oct 2023

The matter pertained to an estranged couple fighting over their daughter's name.

Armed man storms German airport, opens fire; flight services halted

Armed man storms German airport, opens fire; flight services halted

Rediff.com5 Nov 2023

He broke through the security barrier and drove into the aircraft maintenance area. Numerous police officers have arrived at the scene.

Protests Against Covid Curbs, Xi In China

Protests Against Covid Curbs, Xi In China

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

Beijing and many Chinese cities are seeing unprecedented protests against Xi Jinping and his strict zero-Covid policy.

'SBI is telling an utter lie'

'SBI is telling an utter lie'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

'Mumbai main branch (SBI headquarter) has all the data ready-made. It doesn't take even an hour to out the data from the system.'

What Krithi Shetty Is Up To!

What Krithi Shetty Is Up To!

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

Her 'chand sa mukhada' will make you smile.

Paris Gets A Dose Of Oppenheimer

Paris Gets A Dose Of Oppenheimer

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

Paris got its fill of Oppenheimer, when the Hollywood film premiered at the Cinema Le Grand Rex in the city, and had A-listers walk down the red carpet.

PIX: Messi lights up Beijing with fastest goal of international career

PIX: Messi lights up Beijing with fastest goal of international career

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

A sea of blue-and-white had greeted the teams as they stepped out onto the pitch with an overwhelming majority of the 68,000 capacity crowd sporting Argentina jerseys.

Thomas can't continue as CVC: Moily

Thomas can't continue as CVC: Moily

Rediff.com4 Mar 2011

As P J Thomas maintained that he has not resigned from the post of central vigilance commissioner, the government on Friday said he no more holds the Constitutional post whether he quits or not. "Where is the question of resigning? There is no need. The Supreme Court itself said it. So there is no question. He cannot continue," said Law Minister M Veerappa Moily. He said at the most, the government would issue a notification saying the post of CVC was vacant.

Election 2024: The Big Fights In Kerala

Election 2024: The Big Fights In Kerala

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

Kerala's election discourse operates surreptitiously. Its explicit face focuses on important national and local issues. At the same time, it seeks to secure apt communal equations to ensure votes, notes Shyam G Menon.

India storm into Thomas Cup QF

India storm into Thomas Cup QF

Rediff.com2 May 2006

India whitewashed New Zealand 3-0 to enter the quarterfinals of the men's team championship in the Thomas Cup

Reliance Brands to sell LVMH's Thomas Pink shirts in India

Reliance Brands to sell LVMH's Thomas Pink shirts in India

Rediff.com2 Mar 2012

Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Brands on Friday said it has signed an exclusive agreement to sell French major Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy's brand Thomas Pink's shirt collection in the country.

Indian student charged with shooting 3 of family in US

Indian student charged with shooting 3 of family in US

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

A 23-year-old Indian student has been arrested and charged with allegedly murdering his grandparents and uncle inside a New Jersey condominium, the police and US media reports said.

India abstains from UN vote on Israel-Hamas conflict

India abstains from UN vote on Israel-Hamas conflict

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

The Jordanian-drafted resolution did not make any mention of the militant group Hamas, with the US expressing outrage at the "omission".

All roads lead to Paris in 2024

All roads lead to Paris in 2024

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Paris is, and will continue to be, dogged by the usual gripes about staging the greatest show on earth.

The case for CVC P J Thomas

The case for CVC P J Thomas

Rediff.com1 Feb 2011

If the UPA or the Opposition wants the CVC out it must use due process of law, not insult and innuendo. Prosecute him if he is guilty, praise him if he is innocent, but at all costs respect the office that he holds, says T V R Shenoy.

Thomas Cook to acquire LKP Forex

Thomas Cook to acquire LKP Forex

Rediff.com1 Jul 2006

On a consolidated basis, the merged entity will have 145 branches, Rs 200 crore in revenue and 1,800 employees.

China thrashes Indonesia to retain Thomas Cup

China thrashes Indonesia to retain Thomas Cup

Rediff.com16 May 2010

Badminton powerhouse China resumed normal service on Sunday by thrashing Indonesia 3-0 to retain the Thomas Cup and erase the disappointment of their women's shock final loss to South Korea in the Uber Cup.

'BYJU's showing green shoots towards profitability'

'BYJU's showing green shoots towards profitability'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

'If you look at assets truly working for us, you should look at Aakash and Great Learning.'

Syed Modi: Ashwini-Tanisha pair in final, Priyanshu loses

Syed Modi: Ashwini-Tanisha pair in final, Priyanshu loses

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

Priyanshu toiled hard for one hour 14 minutes before losing 21-18, 14-21, 17-21.

St Thomas relic brought to Kerala

St Thomas relic brought to Kerala

Rediff.com27 Jun 2005

The Holy Relic of St Thomas, one of the 12 Apostles of Christ who brought the religion to Kerala, is being taken to various churches across the state for the faithful to offer worship.

India beat Thailand in Thomas Cup thriller

India beat Thailand in Thomas Cup thriller

Rediff.com24 Feb 2010

Chetan Anand lost his singles match but India still rolled over hosts Thailand and topped their group after Arvind Bhat and RMV Gurusaidutt won their respective matches in the Thomas Cup (Asia Zone) qualifiers in Nakornratchasima on Wednesday. India, who won 3-2, had earlier stream-rolled Sri Lanka and Combodia in the tournament.

Want to be successful? Think like Thomas Edison

Want to be successful? Think like Thomas Edison

Rediff.com14 Aug 2012

Not big on formal education qualifications, the American inventor looked for people with open minds and lots of curiosity!

Messi To Celebrate Xi's 70th Birthday!

Messi To Celebrate Xi's 70th Birthday!

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

Messi and his national team will play a friendly match against Australia today, June 15, on Chinese Communist tyrant Xi Jinping's 70th birthday.