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Kerala High Court refuses to halt release of film linked to Venjaramoodu murders

Kerala High Court refuses to halt release of film linked to Venjaramoodu murders

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

The Kerala High Court has dismissed a plea to prevent the release of a film allegedly based on the Venjaramoodu mass murder case, citing concerns over media trial and impact on the accused's right to a fair trial.

Malayalam Cinema's Biggest Blockbusters

Malayalam Cinema's Biggest Blockbusters

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Savin Sa's 'Vaazha 2: Biopic of a Billion Bros' has officially joined the exclusive Rs 200 crore club, becoming the fifth Malayalam film to achieve this milestone and the first with rank newcomers in the lead, while also being ranked among the top five highest-grossing Malayalam films.

HC stays release of Kerala Story 2

HC stays release of Kerala Story 2

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

The Kerala High Court has issued an interim stay against the release of 'The Kerala Story 2-Goes Beyond', citing concerns over the censor board's certification process and potential disruption of social harmony.

'The Kerala Story 2' depicts Kerala in a wrong light: HC

'The Kerala Story 2' depicts Kerala in a wrong light: HC

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

The Kerala High Court is scrutinising The Kerala Story 2 amid concerns that the film misrepresents the state and could incite communal tensions, potentially impacting public order.

Kerala Story 2: HC issues notices to producers, CBFC

Kerala Story 2: HC issues notices to producers, CBFC

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

The Kerala high court is now reviewing the certification of The Kerala Story 2 after a petition raised concerns about its potential to incite communal disharmony and misrepresent events related to Kerala.

Google plans $15 bn AI hub in Visakhapatnam

Google plans $15 bn AI hub in Visakhapatnam

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Google plans to invest $15 billion over the next five years in setting an artificial intelligence hub in Visakhapatnam, a senior official of the company said on Tuesday.

Castellino surprises holder Kurian

Castellino surprises holder Kurian

Rediff.com15 Nov 2006

Rohan Castellino created a major surprise when he ousted last year's champion Thomas Kurian to enter the men's singles pre-quarter-finals in the US $10,000 Indian International Badminton tournament.

Lokah Controversy: Why Dulquer Salmaan Is Saying Sorry

Lokah Controversy: Why Dulquer Salmaan Is Saying Sorry

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Dulquer Salmaan's production house, Wayfarer Films, has issued an apology after a dialogue in their latest film Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra sparked controversy for allegedly hurting the sentiments of the Kannada-speaking community.

Nara Lokesh pitches Vizag to Google for setting up data centre

Nara Lokesh pitches Vizag to Google for setting up data centre

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Andhra Pradesh's IT and Electronics Minister Nara Lokesh has pitched port city of Vizag in his state for setting up a data centre to Google Cloud CEO, saying the new government in the state has taken various initiatives for supporting industry that will help it transform into a cloud infrastructure hub. The state is focused on setting up data centres in Visakhapatnam and the minister invited Google Cloud to establish its data centre in the port city.

Anju Kurian to play Asif Ali's heroine

Anju Kurian to play Asif Ali's heroine

Rediff.com12 May 2016

The latest updates from the Malayalam film industry.

Indian priest elevated as cardinal by Pope Francis

Indian priest elevated as cardinal by Pope Francis

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

The ceremony, held at the famous St Peter's Basilica and attended by clergy and dignitaries from around the world, witnessed the induction of 21 new cardinals from various countries.

Chetan Anand in third round

Chetan Anand in third round

Rediff.com30 Mar 2006

The Indian shuttler beat Marcus Wijana of Indonesia to advance in the Asian Badminton Championships.

Anand, Abhinn in last four

Anand, Abhinn in last four

Rediff.com12 Dec 2003

The giants of Indian badminton were joined by Utsav Misra and Arvind Bhat in the semis in the Syed Modi badminton tournament.

Oracle to expand cloud service, set up data centre in India

Oracle to expand cloud service, set up data centre in India

Rediff.com10 May 2017

However, no investment details were divulged by the USD 37 billion firm.

No terms of respect: HC jolt to Kerala minister in anti-Constitution remarks

No terms of respect: HC jolt to Kerala minister in anti-Constitution remarks

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

The Kerala High Court has ordered a further probe into an allegation that state Fisheries Minister Saji Cherian insulted the Constitution in a speech in July 2022. The court found that Cherian's words, including 'ideal Constitution to loot the people', and the use of certain Malayalam terms, could be interpreted as disrespectful to the Constitution. The court also criticized the initial investigation, finding it insufficient and biased, and directed the State Crime Branch to conduct the further probe.

Oracle to set up startup incubators in India

Oracle to set up startup incubators in India

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

The announcement comes after the government launched a high-decibel campaign.

As estranged parents squabble, Kerala HC names 3-year-old

As estranged parents squabble, Kerala HC names 3-year-old

Rediff.com1 Oct 2023

The matter pertained to an estranged couple fighting over their daughter's name.

Philip's Review: Worth A Watch

Philip's Review: Worth A Watch

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

Philip's is a light-hearted film you can enjoy with your family and safely recommend to your friends, endorses Divya Nair.

Marriages under Muslim personal law not exempt from POCSO Act: HC

Marriages under Muslim personal law not exempt from POCSO Act: HC

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

The court denied bail to a 31-year-old man charged under the Act for allegedly abducting and impregnating a 15-year old minor girl whom he claims he had married.

Culpable homicide charge stands against Kerala IAS officer in scribe's death: HC

Culpable homicide charge stands against Kerala IAS officer in scribe's death: HC

Rediff.com13 Apr 2023

The sessions court had discharged Venkitaraman for the offence under Section 304 IPC as there was no medical report indicating he was drunk at the time of the accident.

Sexual relationship between two willing adults not rape: Kerala HC

Sexual relationship between two willing adults not rape: Kerala HC

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

The court, in its order, said even if a sexual relationship between two willing partners does not culminate in marriage, still the same will not amount to rape, in the absence of any factor that vitiates the consent for sex.

'I still look at you with the same starstruck eyes'

'I still look at you with the same starstruck eyes'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

'Thank you for being an inspiration, not just to me but to an entire generation.'

Good to see Bikhchandani, Banga on the rich list

Good to see Bikhchandani, Banga on the rich list

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

'To all the MBAs that burn the candle at both ends, travel half-a-million miles every year, and spend little or no quality time with their families, the rise to riches of Mr Bikhchandani and Mr Banga, should be true inspiration,' notes Sandeep Goyal.

Indian shuttlers shine in Bulgarian GP

Indian shuttlers shine in Bulgarian GP

Rediff.com10 Oct 2008

Indian shuttlers had a field day in the KLRC Bulgarian Grand Prix in Sofia. Aditi Mutatkar, in the women's singles, Rupesh Kumar and Sanave Thomas, in the men's doubles, and the mixed doubles pair of V Diju and Jwala Gutta entered the quarter-finals on Thursday.

Mili Review: Chilling!

Mili Review: Chilling!

Rediff.com4 Nov 2022

Mili establishes Janhvi Kapoor as an actor striving to be taken seriously, observes Sukanya Verma.

Wanted to raise concern on future of secularism: SC judge

Wanted to raise concern on future of secularism: SC judge

Rediff.com10 Apr 2015

Supreme Court Judge Justice Kurian Joseph, who has raised objections with Chief Justice of India H L Dattu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said he only wanted to raise the "serious concern" about secularism in India.

Meet 10 Indians who head global tech companies

Meet 10 Indians who head global tech companies

Rediff.com12 Aug 2015

With Sundar Pichai becoming the CEO of Google, India has one more reason to cheer its prowess in the global IT sector.

Inspiring! Why we should celebrate this topper

Inspiring! Why we should celebrate this topper

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

Payal Kumari, daughter of a migrant worker from Bihar, battled the odds including financial woes, to top the BA archaeology course at Kerala's Mahatma Gandhi University.

Judges' conference begins amid controversy over timing

Judges' conference begins amid controversy over timing

Rediff.com3 Apr 2015

A Supreme Court judge has clashed with the Chief Justice of India over holding of a three-day long judges conference during the holy period for Christians as the meet began on Friday in New Delhi to deliberate on problems facing judiciary.

Lokpal: SC seeks Centre's response on NGO's plea

Lokpal: SC seeks Centre's response on NGO's plea

Rediff.com31 Mar 2014

The Supreme Court on Monday sought response from the Centre on a petition filed by an NGO questioning the entire selection process for appointment of chairperson and members of the Lokpal and seeking its stay.