News for 'Kochi'

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.

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.

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.

Jews of Kochi: A dying community

Jews of Kochi: A dying community

Rediff.com3 Aug 2006

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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.

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.

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.

Wage Pact: Will Bankers Make More Money?

Wage Pact: Will Bankers Make More Money?

Rediff.com2 May 2024

Postings to places at an altitude above 1,000 metres but less than 1,500 metres, between 1,500 and 3,000 metres, and above 3,000 metres entail different rates of allowances -- the higher the location, the bigger the allowance, reveals Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

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.

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.

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.

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'

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Consistency was the key to Indonesia Masters title: Kiran George

Consistency was the key to Indonesia Masters title: Kiran George

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

Indian shuttler Kiran George says his giant-killing act at the Thailand Open Super 500 tournament earlier this year gave him the self-belief, which proved to be the key en route his second BWF title at the Indonesia Masters.

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.

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.

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.

Police to monitor Malayalam film sets amid drug use allegations in industry

Police to monitor Malayalam film sets amid drug use allegations in industry

Rediff.com7 May 2023

The top officer said that shadow police would be present at all shooting locations and raids would be carried out if information is received about use or sale of drugs.

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.

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.

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.