News for 'South Kerala'

Duleep Final: Rahane, Iyer fail as West struggle on Day 1

Duleep Final: Rahane, Iyer fail as West struggle on Day 1

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

West Zone's batting stars Ajinkya Rahane and Shreyas Iyer flattered to deceive as South Zone restricted them to 250/8 on the opening day of the Duleep Trophy final in Coimbatore on Wednesday.

Monsoon advancing into Kerala in next 48 hours

Monsoon advancing into Kerala in next 48 hours

Rediff.com21 May 2009

Conditions are becoming favourable for onset of southwest monsoon over Kerala during next two to three days, according to India Meteorological Department in Pune.

Kerala, Karnataka to jointly tackle terror

Kerala, Karnataka to jointly tackle terror

Rediff.com11 Jan 2010

A high-level meeting of police officers of Kerala and Karnataka has decided to jointly tackle terrorism. The meeting was inaugurated by the Additional Director General of Police Mahesh Kumar Singla at Kannur.

Quiet Doesn't Flow The Cauvery

Quiet Doesn't Flow The Cauvery

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

Today, with the Lok Sabha polls only months away, any inter-state dispute over the Cauvery water dispute has the potential to take more political turns than otherwise, predicts N Sathiya Moorthy.

Temple row: Cops to probe actress' claim

Temple row: Cops to probe actress' claim

Rediff.com22 Jul 2006

The Kerala government on Friday decided to order a police inquiry into Kannada actress Jayamala's claim that she had entered the sanctum sanctorum of the Lord Ayyappa temple at Sabarimala.

Curb fake currency to check inflation: RTI activist

Curb fake currency to check inflation: RTI activist

Rediff.com31 Oct 2011

The prescription came through an application under the Rights to Information Act by an activist from down-south Kerala state.

How a Kerala district is fighting COVID-19

How a Kerala district is fighting COVID-19

Rediff.com10 Apr 2020

'Those who were not co-operating are co-operating now.' 'Now, our facilities are fit, our doctors are fit and we have a better protocol of how to do isolation, how to do the collection.'

Prathap Pothen Passes Away

Prathap Pothen Passes Away

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

The director, who gave memorable hits in Tamil and Malayalam, was 70 and passed away in his sleep following a cardiac arrest, his wife Amala Pothen said.

'The Left Won't Survive In India'

'The Left Won't Survive In India'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

'Our Left is squeamish about democracy. They are so mechanical they have only dogma.'

NewsClick editor Prabir Purkayastha arrested, office sealed

NewsClick editor Prabir Purkayastha arrested, office sealed

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

The Delhi police on Tuesday arrested two persons including NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha in connection with a probe in the portal's foreign funding, officials said.

Kharge or Tharoor? Who Would You Prefer? VOTE!

Kharge or Tharoor? Who Would You Prefer? VOTE!

Rediff.com4 Oct 2022

Everyone knows who will win the election to succed Sonia Gandhi as Congress president. But who would YOU prefer?

President Pranab heads South with busy itinerary

President Pranab heads South with busy itinerary

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

What makes President Mukherjee's visit to the south Indian states interesting is the combination of engagements.

Monsoon likely to arrive in Kerala by May 30

Monsoon likely to arrive in Kerala by May 30

Rediff.com14 May 2010

Southwest monsoon, critical for the farm-based economy of the country, is expected to reach Kerala on May 30, two days before its normal onset date in the coastal state.

Why Kerala is the haven for terrorists in India

Why Kerala is the haven for terrorists in India

Rediff.com15 Jul 2011

The intensity and the articulate planning of Mumbai serial blasts, which claimed 18 lives on Wednesday night, indicates the involvement of the Indian Mujahideen. Intelligence Bureau reports suggest that the IM, which was formed in Uttar Pradesh a few years ago, has regrouped in south India. South states have long been considered as the preferred locations for terrorists to set up their hubs. Kerala is considered to be particularly sensitive due to its likely role as a feeder.

If we were racist, why would we have entire south: Tarun Vijay

If we were racist, why would we have entire south: Tarun Vijay

Rediff.com7 Apr 2017

Faced with criticism, he said his words were perhaps not enough to convey what he wanted to say.

Why is the South doing well?

Why is the South doing well?

Rediff.com13 Nov 2006

Modi goes on jungle safari at Bandipur Tiger Reserve

Modi goes on jungle safari at Bandipur Tiger Reserve

Rediff.com9 Apr 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi went on a 'safari' at the Bandipur Tiger Reserve in Karnataka on Sunday, as part of programmes to mark 50 years of 'Project Tiger'.

Prez Murmu hosts gala dinner for G20 leaders

Prez Murmu hosts gala dinner for G20 leaders

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

They welcomed the guests before the start of the dinner from the reception dais, with its backdrop showcasing the ruins of the Nalanda University in Bihar besides India's G20 presidency theme -- 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam - One Earth, One Family, One Future'.

Odisha train crash: Signal was given and taken off, says preliminary report

Odisha train crash: Signal was given and taken off, says preliminary report

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

Preliminary investigations have revealed that a signal was given to Coromandel Express to enter the main line but it was taken off and the train entered the loop line, where it crashed into a goods train parked there.

Kerala actress molestation: One taken into custody, search on for mastermind

Kerala actress molestation: One taken into custody, search on for mastermind

Rediff.com21 Feb 2017

Efforts are underway to nab the alleged mastermind Pulsar Suni and another accused V P Vigeesh.

Cyclone Ockhi: Heavy rains lash Tamil Nadu, Kerala, toll mounts to 12

Cyclone Ockhi: Heavy rains lash Tamil Nadu, Kerala, toll mounts to 12

Rediff.com1 Dec 2017

Chief Minister K Palaniswami announced a solatium of Rs 4 lakh to the kin of each of the victims

BJP membership drive to focus on Bengal, South

BJP membership drive to focus on Bengal, South

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

The exercise would culminate into the election of a successor to Amit Shah.

'We love you too': New York Crowd Tells Rahul

'We love you too': New York Crowd Tells Rahul

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

'A democracy cannot mean the rule of just two people,' said one audience member, who recalled that he too had chanted 'Modi, Modi' when the PM had visited the USA. Many of those gathered admitted to having been Modi supporters. What had changed them was the growing concentration of power. Jyoti Punwani reports from New York.

Nasir's 'press meet': Home ministry raps Kerala

Nasir's 'press meet': Home ministry raps Kerala

Rediff.com25 Jun 2010

The home ministry has sought an explanation from the Kerala government on how the state police allowed terror operative and suspected commander of Lashkar-e-Tayiba's south India operations Thadiyantavida Nasir to interact with media persons at a court in Kochi on Wednesday.The state police has also drawn flak for allowing the media to take photographs of Nasir and Shahbas, another accused in the Kozhikode twin blasts case.

NIA slams Kerala police over Nasir's statement

NIA slams Kerala police over Nasir's statement

Rediff.com24 Jun 2010

The National Investigating Agency which is investigating the cases related to the Kozhikode and Bengaluru bomb blasts has come down heavily against the Kerala police for allowing dreaded terrorist and south India commander of Lashkar-e-Tayiba, Thadiyantavida Naseer speak to the media.

Skymet questions IMD's monsoon announcement, says parameters not met

Skymet questions IMD's monsoon announcement, says parameters not met

Rediff.com31 May 2022

Skymet says the IMD ignored the required criterion of two days of necessary rainfall to declare a proper onset of monsoon, reports Sanjeeb Mukherjee.

ISL: Forlan tricks as Mumbai thrash Kerala 5-0

ISL: Forlan tricks as Mumbai thrash Kerala 5-0

Rediff.com19 Nov 2016

2010 FIFA World Cup Golden Ball winner Diego Forlan struck a brilliant hat-trick, the first of the season, to power Mumbai City FC to the top of the Indian Super League table with a 5-0 demolition of Kerala Blasters in Mumbai on Saturday.

He Made Pawar Withdraw Resignation!

He Made Pawar Withdraw Resignation!

Rediff.com17 May 2023

'Ajit Pawar and some other people felt it was better to be supporting the BJP and have a coalition with the BJP than support the Congress.' 'But Sharad Pawar did not want to be a party to this kind of an opportunistic alliance.'

Actor Dileep arrested in Kerala actress assault case

Actor Dileep arrested in Kerala actress assault case

Rediff.com10 Jul 2017

He was arrested based on evidence police gathered during the process of investigation into the case.

Best City For Women To Work Is...

Best City For Women To Work Is...

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

'That the South and West regions are more women-friendly in terms of employment is not a surprise.'

15 killed in landslide; over 50 missing as rains pound Kerala

15 killed in landslide; over 50 missing as rains pound Kerala

Rediff.com7 Aug 2020

The incident is said to have occurred in the wee hours when a huge mound of earth fell on the 'row houses' and two children and five women were among the deceased, most of whom were plantation workers from neighbouring Tamil Nadu.

IAF C-17 brings home 156 Indians evacuated from South Sudan

IAF C-17 brings home 156 Indians evacuated from South Sudan

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

Minister of State for External Affairs, V K Singh, who accompanied the passengers, told media persons at the airport that 156 persons have been evacuated, of whom two are from Nepal. There are over 550 Indians at Juba and another 150 in areas where the oil wells are located.

'Sangma and Rio are leaders to watch out for'

'Sangma and Rio are leaders to watch out for'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2023

'Conrad Sangma is an interesting mix of charisma, ability and has emerged as a capable leader.' 'Neiphiu Rio is very unassuming, quiet, subtle and stands out among all Naga leaders today.'

Full attendance allowed at ISL final in Goa

Full attendance allowed at ISL final in Goa

Rediff.com17 Mar 2022

The ISL final will be played between Kerala Blasters and Hyderabad FC on March 20.

A Last Christmas for Santha Bakery

A Last Christmas for Santha Bakery

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

December 2022 could be the last Christmas for Santha Bakery, a business drawing its lineage from the first Christmas cake baked in Kerala.

Where Indians Want To Travel To

Where Indians Want To Travel To

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

Domestically, Indians are exploring popular beach destinations, the hills of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, and the North-Eastern region as well.

'This is the only Megalithic cave with an altar'

'This is the only Megalithic cave with an altar'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

'The Megalithic period had a significant feature. Their pottery uses black and red clay.' 'Another identifying feature is that all Megalithic burial sites are oriented towards the east.'

Sreesanth calls it quits after roller-coaster journey

Sreesanth calls it quits after roller-coaster journey

Rediff.com9 Mar 2022

Sreesanth is open to playing in overseas leagues and coaching roles

Will a fresh wave of Covid-19 hit India?

Will a fresh wave of Covid-19 hit India?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

According to Rajeev Jayadevan, co-chairman, national Indian Medical Association Covid Task Force, the current scenario qualifies as a wave.