News for 'Kochi'

UAE retail group building biggest mall in Kochi

UAE retail group building biggest mall in Kochi

Rediff.com26 Aug 2009

The mall in Kochi will have about two million square feet of retail area and following its completion, the group has plans to develop more malls across India gradually. Emke Group controls roughly a third of the UAE's organised retail market and is planning to invest 4.3 billion dirhams (Rs 57.19 billion) to expand its network of 75 supermarkets and hypermarkets to 100 within the next three years.

BCCI curator expresses satisfaction with Kochi pitch

BCCI curator expresses satisfaction with Kochi pitch

Rediff.com12 Jan 2013

BCCI Curator P R Viswanadh expressed satisfaction with the pitch prepared for the second India-England ODI scheduled to be held at the Jawaharlal Nehru stadium in Kochi on January 15.

IAF plane carrying 168 Indian nationals lands in Kochi

IAF plane carrying 168 Indian nationals lands in Kochi

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

In the government's first major mission to rescue Indians stranded in the strife-torn nation

 'Rana photographed key installations in Kochi'

'Rana photographed key installations in Kochi'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2009

Terror suspect Tahawur Hussain Rana has shot pictures of vital installations at Kochi when he toured the Kerala town, say National Investigating Agency officials.

Sunanda surrenders Kochi IPL sweat equity

Sunanda surrenders Kochi IPL sweat equity

Rediff.com18 Apr 2010

Sunanda Pushkar on Sunday quit Rendezvous Sports World which is a stakeholder in IPL Kochi after she decided to return her free equity worth Rs 70 crore to the franchise in a last ditch attempt to save her friend, Union minister Shashi Tharoor.

BMW to set up unit in Kochi

BMW to set up unit in Kochi

Rediff.com31 Jul 2004

IPL: Kochi thrash Chennai to record first home win

IPL: Kochi thrash Chennai to record first home win

Rediff.com19 Apr 2011

A solid all-round performance by Kochi Tuskers Kerala helped the IPL debutants comfortably beat defending champions Chennai Super Kings by seven wickets with two overs to spare in an IPL match in Kochi on Monday.

PHOTOS: Nurses reunite with families at Kochi airport

PHOTOS: Nurses reunite with families at Kochi airport

Rediff.com5 Jul 2014

Forty-six nurses, who were held captive by Sunni militant group Islamic State of Iraq and Syria militants in Iraq, on Saturday returned home by a special Air India flight to a happy reunion with their families here, bringing to an end their about month-long ordeal.

ISL: Super Sub Ninthoi stars as Chennaiyin earn a point vs East Bengal

ISL: Super Sub Ninthoi stars as Chennaiyin earn a point vs East Bengal

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

The Tuskers now have 16 points from seven matches, three clear of FC Goa who have played two matches less.

Kerala police book Union minister Chandrasekhar in 2nd case over blasts remarks

Kerala police book Union minister Chandrasekhar in 2nd case over blasts remarks

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

The Kerala police have registered another case against Union Minister of State Rajeev Chandrasekhar for allegedly making statements that promote enmity between different groups through social media posts in connection with recent blasts at a convention centre in Kochi.

Kochi to be 'Florida of the East'

Kochi to be 'Florida of the East'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2004

Arbitrator asks BCCI to pay 550 CRORE to Kochi Tuskers!

Arbitrator asks BCCI to pay 550 CRORE to Kochi Tuskers!

Rediff.com8 Jul 2015

The Board of Control for Cricket in India on Wednesday indicated it will appeal against former Chief Justice of India R C Lahoti's report that went in favour of Kochi Tuskers, the erstwhile Indian Premier League franchise whose contract was terminated by the Board in 2011 because of an alleged breach of contract.

In Kerala for 2 days, Modi meets state's top bishops in big minority push

In Kerala for 2 days, Modi meets state's top bishops in big minority push

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday met the top priests of various churches in Kerala, giving a push to the Bharatiya Janata Party's efforts to reach out to the influential minority community in the southern state ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, sources said.

Kerala police arrest man over letter threatening suicide attack on Modi

Kerala police arrest man over letter threatening suicide attack on Modi

Rediff.com23 Apr 2023

Kochi resident Xavier, who runs a business in the city, was arrested by the police for allegedly writing the threatening letter in the name of another person.

India launches stealth destroyer INS Kochi

India launches stealth destroyer INS Kochi

Rediff.com18 Sep 2009

The 6500-ton ship, to be named INS Kochi, is being built by Mazagon Docks Limited in Mumbai.

Kochi set for Amritavarsham 50

Kochi set for Amritavarsham 50

Rediff.com22 Sep 2003

PIX: Kerala eclipse Bengaluru in thrilling ISL opener

PIX: Kerala eclipse Bengaluru in thrilling ISL opener

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

Kerala Blasters FC rode on two second half goals to triumph over Bengaluru FC by 2-1 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi in the opening fixture of the Indian Super League 2023-24 season.

Who is to blame for the Kochi rain pain?

Who is to blame for the Kochi rain pain?

Rediff.com18 Oct 2010

The absence of a proper drainage system proved to the Kerala Cricket Association's undoing in the washed out first ODI between India and Australia in Kochi, says Harish Kotian.

Why Is Rajinikanth Selling Tea In Kerala?

Why Is Rajinikanth Selling Tea In Kerala?

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Meet Sudhakar Prabhu, who has become an overnight Internet sensation.

NIA's first chief dies in Kochi hospital

NIA's first chief dies in Kochi hospital

Rediff.com21 Jun 2012

Founder director-general of the National Investigation Agency RV Raju died at a private hospital in Kochi early on Thursday after a prolonged illness. The 62-year-old Raju breathed his last at 3:40 am after being hospitalised for a brief period, hospital sources said

Cyclone Ockhi: Search ops for missing fishermen on as 67 return to Kochi

Cyclone Ockhi: Search ops for missing fishermen on as 67 return to Kochi

Rediff.com10 Dec 2017

Out of 67 fishermen, 49 are from Tamil Nadu, 13 from Kerala, four from Assam and one from Andhra Pradesh, they said.

Kochi to have metro rail

Kochi to have metro rail

Rediff.com22 Dec 2004

It would cover a distance of about 35km with 27 stations in between. Work is expected to begin in 2005 and be completed in 2010.

Tharoor exudes hope IPL Kochi will be a reality

Tharoor exudes hope IPL Kochi will be a reality

Rediff.com28 Nov 2010

Former Union Minister Shashi Tharoor is hoping that the Kochi IPL team will be able to compete in the fourth edition, following the BCCI's decision to postpone a final decision on its fate to December 5.

IPL Governing Council meet over Kochi on Nov 28

IPL Governing Council meet over Kochi on Nov 28

Rediff.com25 Nov 2010

With the 30-day notice period given to the Kochi consortium ending on November 27, the IPL Governing Council will meet in Nagpur on Sunday to take a call on the fate of the franchise.

Only a miracle can save Kochi IPL team: Mathews

Only a miracle can save Kochi IPL team: Mathews

Rediff.com24 Nov 2010

Noting that time is running out for the Kochi IPL team, Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) Secretary TC Mathews on Wednesday said that only a miracle could now save the franchise from getting the axe.

From ball boy to IPL 2024: Meet Punjab Kings' new signing Ashutosh

From ball boy to IPL 2024: Meet Punjab Kings' new signing Ashutosh

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Last year, MP's Ashutosh Sharma smashed an 11-ball fifty, breaking Yuvraj Singh's record for the fastest half-century by an Indian in T20 cricket.

44 Kerala nurses return to Kochi from strife-torn Libya

44 Kerala nurses return to Kochi from strife-torn Libya

Rediff.com5 Aug 2014

Relief writ large on their faces, 44 Indian nurses working in strife-torn Libya arrived in Kochi on Tuesday morning from Dubai even as four others are bound for different destinations in the country.

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.

Toll in blasts at Christian prayer gathering in Kerala rises to 5

Toll in blasts at Christian prayer gathering in Kerala rises to 5

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

The victim, identified as 45-year-old Sally Pradeepan from Malayattoor in Ernakulam district of the state, died at a private hospital on Saturday night, a government health bulletin said.

Amul may buy Kochi-based Vanilco

Amul may buy Kochi-based Vanilco

Rediff.com15 Feb 2008

Cooperative dairy products manufacturer Amul plans to buy Kochi-based Vanilla India Producers Company (Vanilco), which processes and markets natural vanilla.

'Tharoor came in after we won IPL Kochi bid'

'Tharoor came in after we won IPL Kochi bid'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2010

Satyajit Gaikwad, who has been eased out as spokeperson of the Kochi IPL team, speaks of the behind the scenes activity before and after the Kochi team won the IPL bid in an exclusive interview.

Letter threatens suicide bomb attack on Modi in Kerala

Letter threatens suicide bomb attack on Modi in Kerala

Rediff.com22 Apr 2023

The news of the threat letter came out today after a report by ADGP (Intelligence) was telecast in the media. As the news was out, Surendran met the media and said he had handed over the threat letter a week ago to the state police chief.

Right-wing vlogger booked for remarks on Kerala blast

Right-wing vlogger booked for remarks on Kerala blast

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

A right-wing vlogger has been booked for allegedly spreading hatred via social media in connection with the recent blast at a religious gathering that killed four people near Kochi last week, police said on Wednesday.

I have no investments in IPL Kochi deal: Gaikwad

I have no investments in IPL Kochi deal: Gaikwad

Rediff.com22 Apr 2010

Shailendra Gaikwad, the sacked CEO of Rendezvous Consortium that won the IPL's Kochi franchise, on Wednesday said he had not invested in the venture and was connected with the team only on an administrative level.

Peace Boat anchors in Kochi port

Peace Boat anchors in Kochi port

Rediff.com29 Sep 2008

For 102 survivors of the 63-year-old Nagasaki-Hiroshima bombings, who are currently on a global voyage on a 'Peace Boat', it is still a daily battle in their sunset years as they continue to grapple with various ailments caused due to the nuclear radiation. The survivors are on a three-month global journey on board the Japanese vessel--Peace Boat--to share their experiences.

Kochi to acquire retired warship

Kochi to acquire retired warship

Rediff.com23 Oct 2003

'If Modi wins a third term...'

'If Modi wins a third term...'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

'Another term for the government under the prime minister would likely be a step forward on the path to Hindu Rashtra.' 'No question of going back or any slowing down.'

'Kochi Tuskers have to be more consistent'

'Kochi Tuskers have to be more consistent'

Rediff.com16 May 2011

Kochi Tuskers Kerala skipper Mahela Jayawardene emphasised on the importance of achieving consistency, after his side's eight-wicket victory over Rajasthan Royals in an Indian Premier League match.