News for 'Padmakumar'

ISRO to build third launch pad in Shriharikota for heavier satellites

ISRO to build third launch pad in Shriharikota for heavier satellites

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

ISRO is developing a third launch pad at Shriharikota to accommodate heavier satellites and next-generation launch vehicles. The new facility will support both crewed and uncrewed missions.

Chief priest arrested in Sabarimala gold loss probe

Chief priest arrested in Sabarimala gold loss probe

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the Sabarimala gold loss case arrested chief priest of the Lord Ayyappa temple, Kandararu Rajeevaru in Thiruvananthapuram on Friday, sources said.

Sabarimala gold theft case: No HC relief for TDB ex-chief; pulls up SIT

Sabarimala gold theft case: No HC relief for TDB ex-chief; pulls up SIT

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

The Kerala High Court denied bail to former TDB president N Vasu and others accused in the Sabarimala gold loss case, citing laxity in the investigation and potential impediment to the probe if bail is granted.

Shukla calls ISRO chief from ISS, shares mission progress

Shukla calls ISRO chief from ISS, shares mission progress

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, currently on the ISS as part of the Axiom-4 mission, has acknowledged ISRO's efforts in ensuring his safe travel. He spoke with ISRO chairman V Narayanan about his well-being and the experiments being conducted on the ISS.

Why Study Abroad When You Can Study In India?

Why Study Abroad When You Can Study In India?

Rediff.com6 May 2025

'Indian private universities can provide world-class education at one fourth the cost, home comforts, and direct links to Indian and global industries.'

Tharoor booked for false campaign against Chandrasekhar

Tharoor booked for false campaign against Chandrasekhar

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

Senior Congress leader and Lok Sabha candidate Shashi Tharoor has been booked for allegedly carrying out a false campaign against Union minister and rival candidate Rajeev Chandrasekhar, police said in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday.

Capital Gain on Redeveloped Property: Your Tax Qs Answered

Capital Gain on Redeveloped Property: Your Tax Qs Answered

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Ask rediffGURU and tax expert Mihir Tanna your income tax-related questions.

Your Tax Questions Answered

Your Tax Questions Answered

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

rediffGURU T S Khurana answers readers' personal income tax queries.

Only 'women activists' expected to visit Sabarimala: TDB chief

Only 'women activists' expected to visit Sabarimala: TDB chief

Rediff.com30 Sep 2018

"Is it possible for women to trek kilometers through the forest path and stand amongst the packed crowd?"

'When SRK entered, trust me, there was a light!'

'When SRK entered, trust me, there was a light!'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2021

'He works hard till he gets the best take, whatever the time it is.' 'He always does that with immense passion and dedication. And always been kind to everyone.'

Looking forward to Orissa, ASK and Vallatha Pahayan?

Looking forward to Orissa, ASK and Vallatha Pahayan?

Rediff.com17 May 2013

The Malayalam movies will open at a theatre near you, today.

Readers' PHOTOS of rain-battered Chennai

Readers' PHOTOS of rain-battered Chennai

Rediff.com3 Dec 2015

Braving nature's fury, Chennai residents shared glimpses of their misery with Rediff.com. We pray for their safety and hope that timely help reaches them at the earliest.

Two Malayalam films set to release this weekend

Two Malayalam films set to release this weekend

Rediff.com15 Mar 2013

M Padmakumar's Ithu Pathiramanal and Jayan K Cherian's controversial film Papilio Buddha are up for release.

First Look: Jayaram as Thiruvambady Thampan

First Look: Jayaram as Thiruvambady Thampan

Rediff.com6 Mar 2012

The actor is called Thampan Tharakan in the film and belongs to a traditionally wealthy family.

SEE: What's Mammootty doing in Mumbai?

SEE: What's Mammootty doing in Mumbai?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

Malayalam superstar Mammootty brings his latest film Mamangam: History Of The Brave to Mumbai.

TDB chief seeks explanation on Sabarimala U-turn

TDB chief seeks explanation on Sabarimala U-turn

Rediff.com7 Feb 2019

The temple board, in earlier round of litigation, had opposed the public interest litigation by Indian Young Lawyers Association seeking to throw open the shrine for all women.

First Look: London Dreams in Malayalam

First Look: London Dreams in Malayalam

Rediff.com15 Oct 2010

Two successful directors of Malayalam cinema -- Diphan and Shaji Kailas -- are going to direct London Dreams together.

Malaylam film My Life Partner releases today amidst an unprecedented ban!

Malaylam film My Life Partner releases today amidst an unprecedented ban!

Rediff.com6 Jun 2014

The film, based on homosexuality, has faced stiff resistance from exhibitors in Kerala.

First Look:Three directors team up for D Company

First Look:Three directors team up for D Company

Rediff.com25 Jul 2013

The cast includes Fahadh Faasil, Jayasurya, Asif Ali, Unni Mukundan, Anoop Menon, Samuthirakani, Ananya, Bhama and Tanusree Ghosh

First look: Mammootty's magnificent Mamangam

First look: Mammootty's magnificent Mamangam

Rediff.com12 Jun 2019

Mamangam will be released in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu and Hindi.

My Life Partner: First Malayalam film on gays

My Life Partner: First Malayalam film on gays

Rediff.com5 May 2014

Actors Sudev and Ameer Niyas pay the main characters in the film which also marks the directorial debut of actor M B Padmakumar.

Which Malayalam movie will YOU watch this weekend?

Which Malayalam movie will YOU watch this weekend?

Rediff.com23 Oct 2015

It's Mohanlal versus Manju Warrier this weekend.

Jayaram's next is Thiruvambady Thamban

Jayaram's next is Thiruvambady Thamban

Rediff.com1 May 2012

The story is about a Christian family who is invited erstwhile ruler of Cochin to do business.

Review: D Company fails to impress

Review: D Company fails to impress

Rediff.com16 Sep 2013

D Company is just average.

Kerala govt calls Sabarimala verdict 'historic'

Kerala govt calls Sabarimala verdict 'historic'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

But the 'tantri family' will accept it, Sabarimala head priest Kandararu Rajeevarau said.

Kerala Devaswom Board to challenge SC verdict on Sabarimala

Kerala Devaswom Board to challenge SC verdict on Sabarimala

Rediff.com19 Oct 2018

"The TDB is for resolving the issue and there is no politics for the board..."

Tight security arrangement for Kochi ODI

Tight security arrangement for Kochi ODI

Rediff.com13 Jan 2013

A foolproof security arrangements have been made around the recently refurbished Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium in Kochi, which will host the second ODI between India and England, a top police official said.

Review: Ithu Pathiramanal is a damp squib

Review: Ithu Pathiramanal is a damp squib

Rediff.com18 Mar 2013

If this revenge saga is watch-able, it is because of the sincerity of the young lead pair

Review: Thiruvambady Thamban fails to impress

Review: Thiruvambady Thamban fails to impress

Rediff.com28 May 2012

The film cuts a sorry figure as a mass entertainer, mixing up various genres, and lacks cohesion

Captain of ship in Kerala collision case arrested

Captain of ship in Kerala collision case arrested

Rediff.com13 Mar 2012

The captain of a Singapore-flagged ship, suspected to have collided with a boat off Kerala coast killing five fishermen, was arrested and brought to the shore in Chennai on Tuesday.

Sabarimala: Kerala, TDB not to challenge SC order

Sabarimala: Kerala, TDB not to challenge SC order

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

Opposition Congress termed the government's decision as 'unilateral' and said it was against the interest of a majority of Ayyappa devotees in and outside the state.

Shikkar: Not exactly a mass-entertainer

Shikkar: Not exactly a mass-entertainer

Rediff.com10 Sep 2010

make Shikkar is a mass-entertainer plus an artistic merit film, but fails to impress.

The ten who made Kerala Cafe possible

The ten who made Kerala Cafe possible

Rediff.com29 Oct 2009

Here's a look.

High gold prices: More business for financiers

High gold prices: More business for financiers

Rediff.com30 Jun 2010

Prospective buyers might grumble about skyrocketing gold prices, but the recent run-up in bullion has one group of unexpected beneficiaries - companies who lend against gold.

Helming Nostalgia for Kerala Cafe

Helming Nostalgia for Kerala Cafe

Rediff.com23 Oct 2009

M Padmakumar talks about his film Nostalgia, one of the short stories that make up the Malayalam movie Kerala Cafe.

First Look: Mohanlal's Shikkaar

First Look: Mohanlal's Shikkaar

Rediff.com27 May 2010

Looking at director M Padmakumar's story narrated on a realistic premise.

Ten directors, one film

Ten directors, one film

Rediff.com4 Jun 2009

Well, such an experiment is all set to happen in Malayalam cinema soon.

Parunthu is lacklustre

Parunthu is lacklustre

Rediff.com21 Jul 2008

Parunthu starring Mammootty as a ruthless moneylender is directed by M Padmakumar. Haphazardly made without conviction is very tough to be endured let alone be enjoyed.

Vaasthavam: Good effort

Vaasthavam: Good effort

Rediff.com13 Nov 2006

Cops solve PM, Prez e-mail threat case

Cops solve PM, Prez e-mail threat case

Rediff.com29 Oct 2006

Further inquiries will be made to ascertain whether Raj had any links with any organisation.