News for 'Kochi'

Eden pitch under scanner ahead of KKR-Kochi tie

Eden pitch under scanner ahead of KKR-Kochi tie

Rediff.com19 Apr 2011

All eyes will be on the Eden Gardens strip when Kolkata Knight Riders take on Kochi Tuskers Kerala in their Indian Premier League Twenty20 match in Kolkata on Wednesday.

French banking major BNP Paribas looks to sell retail broking arm Sharekhan

French banking major BNP Paribas looks to sell retail broking arm Sharekhan

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

French banking major BNP Paribas is planning to sell its domestic retail broking unit, Sharekhan, according to news reports on Tuesday. The reports even named leading financial institutions as possible suitors. "We would not be able to comment on the mentioned queries at this time," said a company spokesperson in response to a query from Business Standard seeking clarification on the news item.

Rooftop solar charges up electric vehicle boom in India's smaller cities

Rooftop solar charges up electric vehicle boom in India's smaller cities

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

The push given to rooftop solar installation in the Interim Budget ties in with its high rate of adoption in Tier-II and -III cities of India. If original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the automobile industry, government, and the solar sector are to be believed, in cities of Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Kerala, 45-50 per cent of electric-vehicle (EV) users are employing rooftop power to charge their vehicles. This is compared to the national average of 25 per cent, say industry sources.

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'

What's Ex-Chelsea Coach Doing In Kerala?

What's Ex-Chelsea Coach Doing In Kerala?

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

Football fans in Kerala were in for a pleasant surprise when former Chelsea and PSG coach Thomas Tuchel was spotted at the Cochin international airport on Wednesday.

Two young football fans sporting the Chelsea jersey greeted the German at the airport early on Wednesday morning.

Monday Was A Day Of Records For India

Monday Was A Day Of Records For India

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

India's biggest win against Pakistan in One-Day Internationals by margin of runs.

Kochi airport to partly close for seven months

Kochi airport to partly close for seven months

Rediff.com18 Jan 2008

Almost 200 out of 400 weekly domestic and international flights in and out of Kochi will be severely affected with the airport authorities deciding to close the runway from 10 am to 8 pm every day for seven months starting November this year.

I'm proud to have helped Kochi consortium: Tharoor

I'm proud to have helped Kochi consortium: Tharoor

Rediff.com16 Apr 2010

Minister of State for External Affairs Shashi Tharoor, in a statement in the Parliament on Friday, rejected the Opposition's demands for his resignation by asserting that the allegations against him on the Indian Premier League issue were 'baseless, ill-founded and ill-motivated'.

Navy rescues Iranian vessel with 19 Pak nationals, Lankan trawler

Navy rescues Iranian vessel with 19 Pak nationals, Lankan trawler

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

The Indian Navy rescued an Iranian-flagged fishing vessel with 19 Pakistani crew members and a Sri Lankan trawler in two swift operations after armed pirates hijacked the boats in the Arabian Sea amid deteriorating security situation arising out of Iran-backed Houthi rebels targeting various cargo ships in the region.

Sachin Tendulkar pavilion inaugurated at Kochi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium

Sachin Tendulkar pavilion inaugurated at Kochi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium

Rediff.com20 Nov 2013

In a tribute to batting legend Sachin endulkar, a pavilion in his name was declared open by India captain M S Dhoni at the Jawaharlal Nehru stadium in Kochi on Wednesday.

Kerala football fans want Tendulkar to bid for Kochi team in ISL

Kerala football fans want Tendulkar to bid for Kochi team in ISL

Rediff.com10 Apr 2014

Sachin Tendulkar has mesmerised millions of cricket fans during his 24-year-long illustrious international career and the Indian batting legend has now become the source of hope for some young sports enthusiasts, this time from football, in Kerala.

BJP sees Modi's face in Kerala carnival effigy, organisers change image

BJP sees Modi's face in Kerala carnival effigy, organisers change image

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

The BJP workers of Fort Kochi staged a protest at a ground where 'Papanji' structure was being built after the photo of 'Papanji' was shared on social media platforms saying it resembled that of Modi's face.

Techie in burqa records women in washroom, arrested

Techie in burqa records women in washroom, arrested

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

A 23-year-old IT professional has been arrested for allegedly entering a women's washroom wearing a burqa in a popular mall in Kerala and recording their videos on his mobile phone.

Where In The World Are These Argentina Fans?

Where In The World Are These Argentina Fans?

Rediff.com14 Dec 2022

Some of Argentina's most passionate fans can be found in towns and cities across football-crazy Kerala.

Blast caused by IED, says Kerala DGP

Blast caused by IED, says Kerala DGP

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

However, there were conflicting reports about the number of blasts as state ministers VN Vasavan and Antony Raju said there were two blasts, while Congress MP from Ernakulam, Hibi Eden, said there were multiple blasts according to one of his friends who attended the convention.

Gold worth Rs 91 lakh seized at Chennai, Kochi airports

Gold worth Rs 91 lakh seized at Chennai, Kochi airports

Rediff.com12 Apr 2015

Over three kg of gold, worth Rs 91 lakh, was seized on Sunday in two separate cases at Chennai and Kochi airports.

Kochi Smart City plan, a security threat: BJP

Kochi Smart City plan, a security threat: BJP

Rediff.com9 Sep 2005

Senor BJP leader O Rajagopal on Friday asked the UDF government not to rush the MoU on the Smart City IT Project in Kochi, alleging that the venture controlled by Dubai Internet City could pose a serious threat to the national security.

Tech firms to ramp up talent hunt from Tier-II, III cities

Tech firms to ramp up talent hunt from Tier-II, III cities

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

Several technology companies are seeking to step up hiring from Tier-II and Tier-III cities of India in 2024 to tap into a vast talent pool of skilled professionals churned out by educational institutions and training centres in these regions. Tier-II and Tier-III cities such as Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Coimbatore, Jaipur, Mohali, Vadodara, Chandigarh, and Indore contribute around 12-15 per cent of the country's tech talent, hinting towards the strong talent availability in these regions, according to Randstad India, a talent management firm.

Sehwag blasts Kochi track says unfit for T20s

Sehwag blasts Kochi track says unfit for T20s

Rediff.com30 Apr 2011

Delhi Daredevils skipper Virender Sehwag criticised the pitch preparation for Saturday's IPL match against Kochi Tuskers Kerala, saying it was not suitable for Twenty20 cricket.

Pune, Kochi short payment to come up at BCCI meet

Pune, Kochi short payment to come up at BCCI meet

Rediff.com26 Apr 2011

The Indian cricket Board's all-powerful Working Committee will discuss the shortfall in the annual payment made by two new Indian Premier League franchises Kochi Tuskers Kerala and Pune Warriors, in its meeting in Mumbai on Wednesday.

Kochi survives again, BCCI to decide fate on Dec 5

Kochi survives again, BCCI to decide fate on Dec 5

Rediff.com28 Nov 2010

The squabbling Kochi IPL franchise on Sunday got yet another breather from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) which decided to defer the decision on its fate till December 5 after the consortium's investors reached a last-minute agreement over their shareholding pattern.

'Rahul Gandhi is a big reason for Congress debacle'

'Rahul Gandhi is a big reason for Congress debacle'

Rediff.com25 May 2023

'Somehow, Rahul Gandhi is not able to connect with the youth of the country.' 'While Modiji is 72, Rahul is only 52.' 'But the popularity of the prime minister among the young population is a lot more than Rahul's.'

'Sir Jadeja' turns 35!

'Sir Jadeja' turns 35!

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

The all-rounder has played 64 T20Is, scoring 457 runs at an average of 24.05. His best score is 46*. He has also taken 51 wickets in the format, with the best figures of 3/15.

Indian nurses in Iraq freed by ISIS, to reach Kochi early Saturday

Indian nurses in Iraq freed by ISIS, to reach Kochi early Saturday

Rediff.com4 Jul 2014

Forty six Indian nurses initially stranded at a hospital in Tikrit and later moved to Mosul have been freed by the fighters of Islamic State of Iraq and Syria.

Temple fever grips Indians, lifts travel demand and hotel bookings

Temple fever grips Indians, lifts travel demand and hotel bookings

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

Online travel portals are flooded with flight and train bookings, hotels teeming with requests for accommodation, and spiritual merchandise on e-commerce platforms is selling like hotcakes. As the consecration ceremony of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on January 22 draws near, Indians across the country are putting their travelling boots on as the temple frenzy catches on. India's largest travel technology (traveltech) platform MakeMyTrip (MMT) has witnessed a substantial four-fold increase in bookings for Ayodhya compared to the previous year.

Wall of police stops Kochi's 'Kiss of Love'

Wall of police stops Kochi's 'Kiss of Love'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2014

The much-hyped 'Kiss of Love' event in Kochi failed to take off on Sunday as police detained the organisers and sympathisers, including women, even before they could reach the venue of the symbolic protest against moral policing.

Sundari Penne Saniya Iyappan

Sundari Penne Saniya Iyappan

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

Always glam but simple dressing from the young Malyalee star.

'Bidding adieu to... The Godfather of Humour'

'Bidding adieu to... The Godfather of Humour'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

'The moments of laughter you've gifted us will always remain.'

Yeh Hai India: The Snake Boat Race

Yeh Hai India: The Snake Boat Race

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

A snake boat race during the Champions Boat League in Kochi.

Madonna Is Always Pretty As A Picture

Madonna Is Always Pretty As A Picture

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

There is nothing showy about Madonna B Sebastian's dressing. But boy does she know how to dress.

Pune co's Rs 200 cr realty project at Kochi

Pune co's Rs 200 cr realty project at Kochi

Rediff.com15 Sep 2006

With Kochi poised to become the IT hub of Kerala, the Pune-based SRK Group on Friday launched its Rs 200 crore (Rs 2 billion) luxurious and eco-friendly apartment project at nearby Kakkanad.

Kochi Startup Village plans to set up a centre in the US

Kochi Startup Village plans to set up a centre in the US

Rediff.com31 Jan 2013

It will be based in the Silicon Valley and will act as a landing pad for Indian startups looking to enter the crucial US markets.

Kochi: Kalam made to walk in search of his car

Kochi: Kalam made to walk in search of his car

Rediff.com24 Jul 2009

In an apparent breach of security, former President A P J Abdul Kalam was forced to walk for nearly 15 minutes in search of his car in the premises of a private medical college in Kochi, after attending a function on Thursday.

Lara, Murali, Sanga Battle It Out!

Lara, Murali, Sanga Battle It Out!

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

Legends Brian Lara and Muttiah Muralitharan plotted the course for Sunrisers Hyderabad, while Sri Lankan great Kumar Sangakkara led the way for Rajasthan Royals.

AI Replacing Entry-Level Tech Jobs

AI Replacing Entry-Level Tech Jobs

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

'AI may perform tasks, but deep expertise and specialisation remain uniquely human.'

President Murmu Visits The Vikrant

President Murmu Visits The Vikrant

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

President Droupadi Murmu visited the INS Vikrant in Kochi on Thursday, March 16, 2023, to interact with the officers and sailors on board the Indigenous Aircraft Carrier.

India's rising shuttler Kiran George wins in Indonesia

India's rising shuttler Kiran George wins in Indonesia

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

Kiran George wins Indonesia Masters to grab second super 100 title

The Remarkable Life And Legacy Of Oommen Chandy

The Remarkable Life And Legacy Of Oommen Chandy

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

'Oommen Chandy always had time for his people and valued their voices.' 'There was no rest for him as long as the betterment of his fellow citizens was at stake.' Ambassador Venu Rajamony, who knew the former Kerala chief minister for half a century, salutes a beloved leader who worked tirelessly for the welfare of its people.

'Aster DM's plan is to be among top three in India'

'Aster DM's plan is to be among top three in India'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

'Now that we are a pure-play India business, many investors are open to investing.'