News for 'Kochi'

Karnataka crisis: Rebel MLAs move to Kochi

Karnataka crisis: Rebel MLAs move to Kochi

Rediff.com6 Oct 2010

A Raj Bhavan communication issued on Wednesday states that 14 BJP MLAs and 5 Independents have withdrawn their support from the government.

Modi threatens to sue Kochi IPL franchise

Modi threatens to sue Kochi IPL franchise

Rediff.com15 Apr 2010

Indian Premier League commissioner Lalit Modi has threatened to sue Rendezvous Sports. The action comes after Rendevous alleged that Modi had bribed them to withdraw from the race.

First Look: Chinese warships at Kochi

First Look: Chinese warships at Kochi

Rediff.com28 Nov 2005

Chinese warships docked at Kochi for a joint exercise with the Indian Navy beginning Monday.

Marines shifted to Kochi, case referred to sessions

Marines shifted to Kochi, case referred to sessions

Rediff.com25 May 2012

The Italian government had made a plea to state authorities to shift the marines to a guest house declaring it as a prison. Based on this, the Supreme Court had observed that the state DGP and jail ADGP could take an appropriate decision on shifting the marines from the jail.

NIA officer to probe Rana's Kochi visit

NIA officer to probe Rana's Kochi visit

Rediff.com16 Nov 2009

A officer of Deputy Superintendent of Police rank of the National investigation Agency has reached Kochi to investigate the activities conducted by David Headley and Tahawwur Hussain Rana after intelligence confirmed the name of a local contact for Rana, Shameer.

Jews of Kochi: A dying community

Jews of Kochi: A dying community

Rediff.com3 Aug 2006

2 women killed, 52 hurt in triple blasts at Christian meet in Kerala

2 women killed, 52 hurt in triple blasts at Christian meet in Kerala

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

People who were present at the convention centre told media that the first blast occurred in the middle of a prayer.

Kochi ODI: Cook wary of 'world class' India

Kochi ODI: Cook wary of 'world class' India

Rediff.com14 Jan 2013

England captain Alastair Cook said even though they have made a "great start" to the series, he is no mood to take a "world-class" India lightly in the second ODI in Kochi.

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.

Dubai Ports may build Kochi terminal

Dubai Ports may build Kochi terminal

Rediff.com26 Nov 2004

Cochin Port Trust has approved the revised proposal by Dubai Ports International for taking up construction and commissioning of the Rs 2000 crore (Rs 20 billion) International Container Transhipment Terminal at nearby Vallarpadam.

3 days in Kochi makes him an India fan

3 days in Kochi makes him an India fan

Rediff.com24 Jan 2008

Forget everything you think you know about India. This is Kochi, the southern coast's sybaritic retreat. Tad Friend explores lush backwaters, dabbles in local cooking, and expands his mind through the ayurvedic treatment sirodhara.

Sobha Hi-tech City to come up in Kochi

Sobha Hi-tech City to come up in Kochi

Rediff.com22 Aug 2007

To invest Rs 5000 cr in the project.

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.

'Blast in Kochi collectorate was pre-planned'

'Blast in Kochi collectorate was pre-planned'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2009

The explosion that rocked the Ernakulam district collectorate on Friday was not an accident but a pre-planned blast, said state Director General of Police Jacob Punnose.It may be recalled that a pipe bomb had exploded in the fifth floor of the Ernakulam district collectorate and a Revenue Department official was injured in the incident.Punnose said that the investigation into the blast would be headed by Kochi Police Commissioner Manoj Abraham.

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.

Kochi ODI: India looking to continue domination over Windies

Kochi ODI: India looking to continue domination over Windies

Rediff.com20 Nov 2013

After demolishing the West Indies in Sachin Tendulkar's emotionally draining farewell Test series, the Indian cricket team will look to extend its supremacy in the ODIs as well when the two sides face off in a three-match series starting in Kochi on Thursday.

Kochi IPL row: I-T dept gives Tharoor clean chit

Kochi IPL row: I-T dept gives Tharoor clean chit

Rediff.com19 Apr 2010

The Income Tax (I-T) department has said Tharoor did not benefit from the Kochi IPL deal. Meanwhile, the finance ministry has said that the I-T department is probing IPL Commissioner Lalit Modi's offshore money and trying to find out if stakeholders are fronts for Modi.

'Exhilarating experience': Modi goes snorkelling in Lakshadweep

'Exhilarating experience': Modi goes snorkelling in Lakshadweep

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

Modi was in Lakshadweep on January 2 and 3 to inaugurate the Kochi-Lakshadweep Islands Submarine Optical Fiber Connection and lay foundation stone for the renovation of primary healthcare facility and five model Anganwadi centres.

Shukla vows to pay dues to players of Kochi Tuskers Kerala

Shukla vows to pay dues to players of Kochi Tuskers Kerala

Rediff.com22 Sep 2011

Interest of the players contracted with terminated IPL franchise Kochi Tuskers Kerala will be protected, assured the league's new boss Rajiv Shukla who on Thursday promised to make the cash-rich event more attractive by bringing in "new ideas and elements."

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.

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.

U-17 WC: FIFA 'deeply concerned' over incomplete work at Kochi stadium

U-17 WC: FIFA 'deeply concerned' over incomplete work at Kochi stadium

Rediff.com24 Mar 2017

'The venue has a very strong football culture and it would be a matter of great shame if we don't manage to fulfil the requirements in time'

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Kochi realty prices on an upswing

Kochi realty prices on an upswing

Rediff.com8 Sep 2003

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.

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.

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.

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.