News for 'Kerala High'

Kerala govt moves SC against Prez over pending bills

Kerala govt moves SC against Prez over pending bills

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

The state government said these bills had been pending with the governor for as long as about two years and his action "subverted" the functioning of the state legislature, rendering its very existence "ineffective and otiose".

Rape cases: Actor Mukesh arrested, Sidhique on the run

Rape cases: Actor Mukesh arrested, Sidhique on the run

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

MLA of the ruling CPI-M and actor M Mukesh was on Tuesday formally arrested by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) in the rape case against him on a complaint by a female actor.

The Friend Who Changed An IPL Star's Life

The Friend Who Changed An IPL Star's Life

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

'One day I told him, if you want to be a cricketer with a long career, you cannot be a fast bowler.' 'I felt more than pace, unorthodox left arm spin would suit him better.' 'Please don't give me credit for what he is doing now. I only made a suggestion.'

'Sharks At High Risk Of Extinction'

'Sharks At High Risk Of Extinction'

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

'Shark fins are the most sought-after shark product.'

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Gaikwad powers Maharashtra to victory, Kishan shines

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Gaikwad powers Maharashtra to victory, Kishan shines

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Ruturaj Gaikwad's whirlwind 148 not out powered Maharashtra to a nine-wicket win over Services

BFI secretary general Kalita suspended for financial fraud

BFI secretary general Kalita suspended for financial fraud

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

Before being elected as secretary general for the 2021-25 term, Kalita had served as the treasurer of the apex boxing body.

Covid Fading But Still Claims Lives

Covid Fading But Still Claims Lives

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

There have been 41 cases of Covid in the most recent four-week period ending mid-January, with three deaths.

People won't watch it if...: SC on The Kerala Story ban

People won't watch it if...: SC on The Kerala Story ban

Rediff.com12 May 2023

The Supreme Court on Friday sought replies of the West Bengal and Tamil Nadu governments on a plea of the producers of The Kerala Story challenging the ban in the two states.

ISL: Diaz haunts former team as Bengaluru crush Blasters

ISL: Diaz haunts former team as Bengaluru crush Blasters

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

Bengaluru FC notched their fifth win of the Indian Super League with a clinical 3-1 victory against Kerala Blasters FC in Kochi on Friday.

Kerala CM agreed to JDS-BJP alliance in K'taka: Deve Gowda

Kerala CM agreed to JDS-BJP alliance in K'taka: Deve Gowda

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

'In Kerala, we are part of the government and our MLA is a minister there. These units understood the situation that made us to go with the BJP and supported our move. Our minister in the Left party's government (K Krishnankutty) in Kerala has given consent to us'

Elected representative can't go against will of electorate: HC on defection

Elected representative can't go against will of electorate: HC on defection

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

The court made the observation while dismissing a petition connected with defection in one of the local self government bodies in Idukki district.

Plea in HC to protect rice-eating tusker during darting

Plea in HC to protect rice-eating tusker during darting

Rediff.com30 May 2023

The wild tusker recently strayed into Tamil Nadu from Kerala and allegedly attacked a man in Theni who later died.

Broadcast licence renewal doesn't need security nod: Kerala's MediaOne to SC

Broadcast licence renewal doesn't need security nod: Kerala's MediaOne to SC

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

A bench of Justices DY Chandrachud and Hima Kohli commenced hearing on the plea of the news channel against the Kerala high court's order upholding the Centre's decision to ban its telecast on security grounds.

'BJP Is Setting A Narrative That Gandhis Are Corrupt'

'BJP Is Setting A Narrative That Gandhis Are Corrupt'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

'They want to keep the pot boiling all the time.' 'The BJP wants to set a political narrative that the Gandhis are doing wrong things.'

Student police cadets wearing hijab will affect secularism: Kerala govt

Student police cadets wearing hijab will affect secularism: Kerala govt

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

The Kerala government has dismissed a plea by a Muslim girl student seeking permission to wear hijab (head scarf) and full sleeve dress in the Student Police Cadet project as per her religious obligation, saying such a waiver in the state police's programme will significantly affect secularism in the state.

Why are women overlooked by Kerala's ruling, Oppn fronts during polls?

Why are women overlooked by Kerala's ruling, Oppn fronts during polls?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

While the major fronts, the CPI-M led LDF and Congress-led UDF have given three and one seat respectively to women, the BJP-led NDA has set aside five seats for their female politicians in the upcoming LS polls.

Kerala Vande Bharat Express: Target 2024?

Kerala Vande Bharat Express: Target 2024?

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

Prime ministers turning up with such frequency to launch trains is an indication of the political mileage resident in public transport. Will our railways step out of the government's shadow? After all, they are the ones manufacturing trains and running them, notes Shyam G Menon.

Kerala logs 115 Covid cases out of 142 reported across country

Kerala logs 115 Covid cases out of 142 reported across country

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

According to data on the Union health ministry's website, of the 142 COVID cases reported in the country till 8 am on Tuesday, 115 were from Kerala.

Court grants more time for police to probe 2015 Kerala assembly ruckus

Court grants more time for police to probe 2015 Kerala assembly ruckus

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

A court of chief judicial magistrate granted the police 60 days to carry out the probe and directed it to provide progress reports every three weeks, public prosecutor K Balachandra Menon said.

Watching porn in private is not an offence, rules Kerala HC

Watching porn in private is not an offence, rules Kerala HC

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

Watching pornographic photographs or videos in one's private time without showing it to others is not an offence under the law as it is a matter of personal choice, the Kerala high court has held.

Kerala HC on its own takes up washing of Brahmins' feet by devotees

Kerala HC on its own takes up washing of Brahmins' feet by devotees

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

Division Bench comprising Justice Anil K Narendran and Justice PG Ajithkumar initiated the suo motu.

'I Was Lucky To Defeat Gukesh 3 Times'

'I Was Lucky To Defeat Gukesh 3 Times'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

'You need hard work along with talent to reach exceptional heights.'

Govt bans Kerala-based MediaOne channel, court stays order

Govt bans Kerala-based MediaOne channel, court stays order

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

The Union government on Monday barred the telecast of Malayalam news channel MediaOne citing "security reasons", but the Kerala high court stayed the implementation of the order for two days.

PR Sreejesh chosen for Padma Bhushan; Ashwin to get Padma Shri

PR Sreejesh chosen for Padma Bhushan; Ashwin to get Padma Shri

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

Former hockey captain P R Sreejesh was chosen for the Padma Bhushan, while Ravichandran Ashwin was among the Padma Shri winners.

Sachin's record-breaking throw: India's next javelin star?

Sachin's record-breaking throw: India's next javelin star?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Javelin thrower Sachin Yadav of Uttar Pradesh, 18-year-old high jumper Pooja Singh of Haryana and long distance runner Sawan Barwal of Himachal Pradesh rewrote National Games records and won gold medals on the concluding day of athletics competition. Yadav sent his spear to a Games-record distance of 84.39m in his fifth attempt, while Pooja cleared 1.84m to defend the women's high jump gold. Barwal won the men's 5000m in a time of 13 minutes and 45.93 seconds, bettering the earlier Games record.

Nudity not essentially obscene or indecent: Kerala HC

Nudity not essentially obscene or indecent: Kerala HC

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

Rehana Fathima, a woman's right activist, was facing charges under various provisions of the POCSO, Juvenile Justice and the Information Technology (IT) Acts for circulating a video in which she was seen posing semi-nude for her minor children, allowing them to paint on her body.

I-League: Rajasthan FC thrash Dempo at home

I-League: Rajasthan FC thrash Dempo at home

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

Rajasthan FC continued their impressive form in the I-League, securing a dominant 4-0 victory over Dempo Sports Club.

99 And Seven Decimal Points

99 And Seven Decimal Points

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

'Does 99 percent guarantee character and capacity for an independent awareness of life or does it make you -- barring exceptions -- a compliant careerist beholden to governments and corporations?' 'What kind of political and social choices would such minds make?' asks Shyam G Menon.

Govt, celebrities join forces to rebuild Kerala teen's dairy farm

Govt, celebrities join forces to rebuild Kerala teen's dairy farm

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Actor Jayaram, known for his love of animals, also visited the boy's house and handed over a cheque of Rs 5 lakh to buy new cows and rebuild his farm.

ISL: FC Goa end winless run against Mumbai City

ISL: FC Goa end winless run against Mumbai City

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Spanish striker Iker Guarrotxena scored a brace as FC Goa defeated Mumbai City FC 3-1 in the Indian Super League, ending a 13-game winless streak against the Islanders.

Over 10K Indians languishing in foreign jails; 50% in Saudi and UAE

Over 10K Indians languishing in foreign jails; 50% in Saudi and UAE

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

The Indian government has informed Parliament that there are currently over 10,000 Indian prisoners, including undertrials, in foreign jails. The Ministry of External Affairs shared country-wise data, with Saudi Arabia and the UAE having the highest number of Indian prisoners. The government has assured that it prioritizes the safety and well-being of Indians abroad and provides consular assistance, legal aid, and financial support to those imprisoned.

Plea against PM's pic on vaccine certificate: Kerala HC seeks Centre, state stand

Plea against PM's pic on vaccine certificate: Kerala HC seeks Centre, state stand

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

The petitioner said the certificate was his "private space" with his personal details on record.

Kerala health dept on high alert after fresh Nipah outbreak

Kerala health dept on high alert after fresh Nipah outbreak

Rediff.com5 Sep 2021

As Kerala reeled under a daily increase of nearly 30,000 cases of COVID-19, the deadly Nipah virus has come as another thorn in its side, prompting the state to further heighten the alertness of its health machinery to prevent an outbreak of a different infection.

Kerala Guv gets Z+ cover after roadside standoff with SFI

Kerala Guv gets Z+ cover after roadside standoff with SFI

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

The Z+ security cover of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel has been extended to Khan and Raj Bhavan, his office said in a post on 'X'.

Plea in SC against Lakshadweep MP Faizal's reinstated LS membership

Plea in SC against Lakshadweep MP Faizal's reinstated LS membership

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

The plea filed by advocate Ashok Pandey asked whether the conviction of an accused can be stayed by the court of appeal and if, based on it, a Lok Sabha member's disqualification can be revoked.

Hazare Trophy: Arshdeep shines as Punjab go past Mumbai

Hazare Trophy: Arshdeep shines as Punjab go past Mumbai

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

Arshdeep Singh grabbed five wickets and opener Prabhsimran Singh smashed a marauding unbeaten 150 as Punjab defeated Mumbai by eight wickets

PM's photo on vax certificates not advertisement: Kerala HC

PM's photo on vax certificates not advertisement: Kerala HC

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

A Division Bench, comprising Chief Justice S Manikumar and Justice Shaji P Chaly dismissed an appeal filed against a single judge order junking a plea seeking removal of the Prime Minister's photo from the COVID-19 vaccination certificates.

SMAT: Hardik stars with quick-fire 47; Shardul gets unwanted record

SMAT: Hardik stars with quick-fire 47; Shardul gets unwanted record

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

Delhi use 11 bowlers vs Manipur

ISL: NorthEast Utd edge Odisha in five-goal thriller

ISL: NorthEast Utd edge Odisha in five-goal thriller

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

A brilliant brace from Alaaeddine Ajaraie and a goal by Guillermo Fernandez off the bench saw NorthEast United FC prevail over Odisha FC 3-2 in a thrilling Indian Super League match in Guwahati on Sunday.

HC asks Kerala Cong chief to appear before crime branch in Mavunkal case

HC asks Kerala Cong chief to appear before crime branch in Mavunkal case

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

Justice Ziyad Rahman AA said that if Sudhakaran is arrested, he shall be released on bail on furnishing a bond of Rs 50,000 with two sureties of the like amount.