News for 'Thiruvananthapuram'

'You need not just one strong leader, you need a strong Opposition'

'You need not just one strong leader, you need a strong Opposition'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

'Those who hope for a strong united Opposition are disillusioned at the way in which the INDIA alliance has already been caught in debilitating squabbles.'

Cong veteran Antony breaks down while paying tribute to Chandy

Cong veteran Antony breaks down while paying tribute to Chandy

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

Antony, along with his wife Elizabeth, reached Chandy's residence in Thiruvananthapuram to bid adieu to his trusted lieutenant during trying times of their decades-long political career.

Voters Prefer Strong Leaders Like Modi

Voters Prefer Strong Leaders Like Modi

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

...Even if it means less democracy, so that their everyday problems get solved? argues R Jagannathan.

When Ram Siya Ram plays in background, I get into the zone: Keshav Maharaj

When Ram Siya Ram plays in background, I get into the zone: Keshav Maharaj

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

'It's a nice feeling to hear 'Ram Siya Ram' in the background'

'Can you name one strong leader Congress has?'

'Can you name one strong leader Congress has?'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

'Is it not a fact that all good leaders in the Congress have left the party?'

How Vizhinjam Port Can Change India's Shipping Fortunes

How Vizhinjam Port Can Change India's Shipping Fortunes

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

'It will be important strategically and geographically because there is no port in India which is as close to the international shipping route as Vizhinjam.'

A Hot Summer Ain't Monkey Business

A Hot Summer Ain't Monkey Business

Rediff.com10 May 2023

Yeh Hai India: Capturing Events And Moods Across Our Incredible Country.

Health worker tests positive as Kerala reports fifth Nipah case

Health worker tests positive as Kerala reports fifth Nipah case

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

The government has ordered monoclonal antibody from Indian Council of Medical Research to treat the child. It is the only available anti-viral treatment for Nipah virus infection, though it has not been clinically proven yet.

PIX: India trounce Australia; take 2-0 lead

PIX: India trounce Australia; take 2-0 lead

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

Yashasvi Jaiswal manifested his abundant talent while Ruturaj Gaikwad and Ishan Kishan displayed their grace and power with sparkling fifties as India posted a massive 235 for four against Australia in the second T20I here on Sunday.

Tamil Nadu film producer, who was expelled by DMK, held in drugs case

Tamil Nadu film producer, who was expelled by DMK, held in drugs case

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) on Saturday said it has arrested Jaffer Sadiq, a Tamil Nadu-based alleged dealer of narcotics, in connection with an international drugs trafficking investigation case.

'If Modi wins a third term...'

'If Modi wins a third term...'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

'Another term for the government under the prime minister would likely be a step forward on the path to Hindu Rashtra.' 'No question of going back or any slowing down.'

After Sister Joins BJP, Congress MP Ends Ties With Her

After Sister Joins BJP, Congress MP Ends Ties With Her

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

'There will be no compromise with someone who has betrayed the party at this stage even if she is my sister,' Congress MP K Muraleedharan told reporters.

Kolkata Tram Gets Puja Makeover!

Kolkata Tram Gets Puja Makeover!

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

And it's not just the festival Kolkata's beloved tram service is celebrating.

'Oommen Chandy never turned away the needy'

'Oommen Chandy never turned away the needy'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

'I have never seen a common man tapping a chief minister on the shoulder and giving him his petition, like needing money for a child admitted in a hospital.'

BJP's 3rd term at Centre can be prevented if ..: Tharoor

BJP's 3rd term at Centre can be prevented if ..: Tharoor

Rediff.com14 Jan 2024

The 67-year-old gave the example of two neighbouring states, Kerala and Tamil Nadu, to buttress his point on why seat-sharing pattern of the INDIA bloc will vary from state to state.

Behrendorff to stick to his strength in 2nd T20I

Behrendorff to stick to his strength in 2nd T20I

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

Behrendorff wasn't a part of the World Cup-winning squad and he utilised the time well, playing domestic cricket and working on improving his existing skill-set.

'I Decided Enough Of The Congress!'

'I Decided Enough Of The Congress!'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

'After giving my own money to this party, I was insulted.'' 'Neither this party nor its leaders have no respect for women.'

India first team in ODI history to win by 300 runs or more

India first team in ODI history to win by 300 runs or more

Rediff.com16 Jan 2023

India became the first team in the history of One-Day Internationals to win by a margin of 300 runs or more as they thrashed Sri Lanka by 317 runs in the third and final ODI in Thiruvananthapuram, on Sunday.

Is Rinku a strong contender for T20 World Cup berth?

Is Rinku a strong contender for T20 World Cup berth?

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

Explosive left-hander Rinku Singh has emerged a "contender" for the finisher's spot in India's T20 World Cup squad, according to Ashish Nehra. The former India pacer though believes that the batter will face stiff challenge for the position from fellow-cricketers.

Modi flags off 9 Vande Bharat trains with new features

Modi flags off 9 Vande Bharat trains with new features

Rediff.com24 Sep 2023

The railways also rolled out its first orange coloured Vande Bharat Express from Kasargod to Thiruvananthapuram, a high demand route which now operates two such trains, a senior Indian Railways official said.

Monsoon lands in Kerala, yellow alert issued in 9 districts

Monsoon lands in Kerala, yellow alert issued in 9 districts

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

Meteorologists earlier said Cyclone 'Biparjoy' had been impacting the intensity of the monsoon and that its onset over Kerala would be 'mild'.

10 Indian fishermen detained by Iran; working on their release, says govt

10 Indian fishermen detained by Iran; working on their release, says govt

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Seven fishermen from Kerala, three from Tamil Nadu, and a citizen of an Arab nation who went fishing from Ajman, UAE, were detained by the Iranian Navy a few days ago after they unintentionally crossed over the waters of the Middle East nation.

Modi among first 195 BJP Lok Sabha candidates; See full list

Modi among first 195 BJP Lok Sabha candidates; See full list

Rediff.com2 Mar 2024

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday announced Prime Minister Narendra Modi will fight again from Varanasi in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections as it named 34 Union ministers in the first list of 195 candidates.

PIX: 'Big Show' trumps Gaikwad as Australia stay alive

PIX: 'Big Show' trumps Gaikwad as Australia stay alive

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

Glenn Maxwell's blistering century trumped India opener Ruturaj Gaikwad's unbeaten 123 as Australia clinched a last-ball victory.

The Curious Case Of The Conspirative Mic

The Curious Case Of The Conspirative Mic

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

If a 15 seconds-long mic problem merits a case being registered, then the police risk an avalanche of complaints of similar and greater gravity, seeking their intervention, notes Shyam G Menon.

CPM takes god's path to fight climate change in Kerala

CPM takes god's path to fight climate change in Kerala

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

vIn its effort to tackle the impacts of climate change in Kerala, the Communist Party of India-Marxist-led government has launched an ambitious project to improve the green cover of over 3,000 temples being managed by five devaswom boards under its control.

As son joins BJP; Antony says pained by decision: Cong likens him to Judas

As son joins BJP; Antony says pained by decision: Cong likens him to Judas

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

Antony, who headed the digital media cell of the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee, slammed the Congress leadership for working for a "single family" instead of working for the country.

'She Means The World To Me'

'She Means The World To Me'

Rediff.com15 May 2023

The love continues to overflow from our readers even after Mother's Day.

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.

Tharoor says he is not upset or angry with anyone in Kerala Congress

Tharoor says he is not upset or angry with anyone in Kerala Congress

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

Regarding Satheesan, he said that "if we see each other at the venue, then we will see".

Ever Seen Shivraj Chouhan Batting?

Ever Seen Shivraj Chouhan Batting?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2023

What some of our leaders were up to on Wednesday, January 4, 2023.

Nipah situation not as scary as in 2018, says K K Shailaja

Nipah situation not as scary as in 2018, says K K Shailaja

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

Shailaja, who had won accolades for containing the Nipah infection effectively in 2018, said the southern state has a protocol and standard operating procedure (SOP) to effectively fight the infection and prevent its spread.

India capable of Moon, Mars, Venus travel: ISRO chief

India capable of Moon, Mars, Venus travel: ISRO chief

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

The ISRO chief further said that the ISRO is ready to fulfill the vision put forth by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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.

Modi to meet top Christian leaders during two-day Kerala visit

Modi to meet top Christian leaders during two-day Kerala visit

Rediff.com23 Apr 2023

The Bharatiya Janata Party in Kerala is aiming to use the PM's visit as a springboard for its outreach campaign aimed at bringing youth and minorities into its fold.

Trivandrum airport to halt flights for 'God's passage'

Trivandrum airport to halt flights for 'God's passage'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

The airport has been stopping operations and rescheduling flights twice in every year for decades to enable the bi-annual centuries-old ceremonial procession of the famous Padmanabhaswamy temple in Thiruvananthapuram to pass through the runway.

Vadakara: The Most Important Contest In Kerala

Vadakara: The Most Important Contest In Kerala

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

Shailaja Teacher, arguably the most famous Covid warrior in India, versus former student leader Shafi Parambil who defeated 'Metro Man' E Sreedharan in the last assembly election. Shyam G Menon reports from the Vadakara Lok Sabha constituency, which some feel is the most politically important contest in Kerala this election.

Is Shivraj Chouhan Going To War?

Is Shivraj Chouhan Going To War?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

What some of our leaders were up to on Wednesday, March 29, 2023.

You can send Rs 2,000 notes by post to RBI for direct credit in bank accounts

You can send Rs 2,000 notes by post to RBI for direct credit in bank accounts

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

People can send their Rs 2,000 banknotes to specified regional offices of the Reserve Bank through the insured post for credit in their bank accounts. This is a hassle-free option for the people who are away from the regional offices of the Reserve Bank. Besides, the RBI is offering TLR (Triple Lock Receptacle) form to people for a deposit of Rs 2,000 banknotes in their bank account.

Modi's Challenge Of The South

Modi's Challenge Of The South

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

It is early to make out which way the wind is blowing, but there is no denying that challenges for the BJP, far outweigh the advantages in this region, notes Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.