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India's Semiconductor Sector Attracts $1.4 Billion in Equity Funding

India's Semiconductor Sector Attracts $1.4 Billion in Equity Funding

Rediff.com13 Sep 2026

India's semiconductor sector has garnered USD 1.4 billion in total equity funding across 281 companies, with a substantial USD 701 million raised since 2025 alone, according to Tracxn data.

Man Arrested In Kochi With MDMA, Ecstasy Pills

Man Arrested In Kochi With MDMA, Ecstasy Pills

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

A 42-year-old man was arrested in Thrikkakara, Kochi, with a significant quantity of MDMA and ecstasy pills. The accused, Kevin B Mathew, was apprehended based on a tip-off and a search operation by the District Anti-Narcotic Special Action Force (DANSAF).

Kerala right-wing political commentator held over NEET protest remarks

Kerala right-wing political commentator held over NEET protest remarks

Rediff.com9 Aug 2026

Right-wing political commentator T G Mohandas was arrested in Kochi for allegedly making inflammatory remarks in a YouTube video about a students' protest in Delhi. The remarks included claims about gang rape at protests and advocating for opening fire on protesters.

Miss Universe India Kaziah's Onam Wish Is...

Miss Universe India Kaziah's Onam Wish Is...

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

'I'm celebrating Onam in my heart and I'm just craving sadya. I'm celebrating it in my dream,' says Kaziah Liz Mejo, the first contestant from Kerala to be crowned Miss Universe India 2026.

Dubai-bound flight returns to Kochi after security concern

Dubai-bound flight returns to Kochi after security concern

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

An Emirates flight en route to Dubai from Kochi was compelled to return due to a security incident at Dubai International Airport, causing travel disruptions and raising security concerns.

The Prince And The Driver

The Prince And The Driver

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

A Kishore Kumar song, a birthday cake, a prince's break from protocol to thank his driver, a Persian painting on the ceiling of the presidential residence -- the BRICS Summit had many memorable moments.

Women on public platforms will cause 'great destruction': Islamic scholar

Women on public platforms will cause 'great destruction': Islamic scholar

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Islamic scholar Kanthapuram A P Aboobacker Musliyar has sparked controversy by advocating for women's confinement to their homes, citing religious teachings and the concept of purdah to prevent societal "destruction."

Kochi Biennale co-founder Bose Krishnamachari quits over sexual harassment charges

Kochi Biennale co-founder Bose Krishnamachari quits over sexual harassment charges

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

The Kochi-Muziris Biennale, a prominent art event, is embroiled in controversy as co-founder Bose Krishnamachari faces sexual harassment allegations, prompting his resignation and raising concerns about the event's future.

CPI(M) Vows To Protect Dalit Families From Eviction In Kochi

CPI(M) Vows To Protect Dalit Families From Eviction In Kochi

Rediff.com22 May 2026

CPI(M) leaders R Bindu and P V Sreenijin visited the Dalit colony and told reporters that the disputed area of around 2.5 acres was part of 19 acres of government land. They also claimed that the government was unaware of the litigation over ownership of the 2.5 acre land between two private individuals.

CPI(M) Vows To Protect Dalit Families From Eviction In Kochi

CPI(M) Vows To Protect Dalit Families From Eviction In Kochi

Rediff.com22 May 2026

CPI(M) leaders R Bindu and P V Sreenijin visited the Dalit colony and told reporters that the disputed area of around 2.5 acres was part of 19 acres of government land. They also claimed that the government was unaware of the litigation over ownership of the 2.5 acre land between two private individuals.

AI Salaries Jump 22% In 2 Years

AI Salaries Jump 22% In 2 Years

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

'Companies are getting selective about what they pay a premium for.'

Prime Volleyball League auction sees record bids for Indian talent

Prime Volleyball League auction sees record bids for Indian talent

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

The Prime Volleyball League auction saw Shameemudheen become the biggest Indian buy at Rs 20 lakh, with other players like Muhammad Nihal C K, Shon T John, and Jasjodh Singh also securing significant bids. The auction also highlighted the growing importance of grassroots talent, with several U-21 players earning spots in PVL franchises, underscoring the league's commitment to nurturing future stars.

Coming Up In Theatres This September: Vvaan, Mirzapur, Haiwaan, Daayra

Coming Up In Theatres This September: Vvaan, Mirzapur, Haiwaan, Daayra

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Get ready for a packed September as Bollywood unveils a diverse slate of theatrical releases, promising a thrilling mix of drama, psychological thrillers, and supernatural tales for movie enthusiasts.

They stopped at a temple for 20 mins. Then flood hit: Keralites recall escape

They stopped at a temple for 20 mins. Then flood hit: Keralites recall escape

Rediff.com30 Aug 2026

A 31-member group from Kerala narrowly escaped the devastating flash floods in Nepal thanks to a 20-minute delay at a Buddha temple. They recounted their terrifying ordeal, including witnessing the destruction and spending a night without basic necessities, before safely returning to Kerala.

Dubai fund transfers: Fresh ED claims against Vijayan's daughter in CMRL case

Dubai fund transfers: Fresh ED claims against Vijayan's daughter in CMRL case

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

The Enforcement Directorate has seized handwritten notes and digital evidence during searches related to former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's daughter, Veena T. The agency alleges these notes detail fund transfers to Dubai and amounts handled beyond her known income, linking her to a money laundering probe involving Cochin Minerals and Rutile Ltd (CMRL) and her defunct company, Exalogic Solutions. Political leaders have condemned the probe as a vendetta.

Row erupts as Keralam CM's Islamic scholar criticism vanishes from Facebook

Row erupts as Keralam CM's Islamic scholar criticism vanishes from Facebook

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan's Facebook post criticising Islamic scholar Kanthapuram A P Aboobacker Musliyar's alleged anti-women remarks has disappeared, with the CMO citing a technical error. The incident has sparked political criticism from CPI(M) and BJP, who question the explanation and accuse the Congress of hypocrisy.

Migrant Workers Held in Kochi for Ganja Possession

Migrant Workers Held in Kochi for Ganja Possession

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Police in Kochi arrested five migrant workers from West Bengal and seized 30 kilograms of ganja from them at Puthencruz.

Family of Five Found Dead in Kochi, Investigation Underway

Family of Five Found Dead in Kochi, Investigation Underway

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Five individuals, including three children, were discovered dead in a rented house in Kochi. Police are investigating the circumstances, suspecting a possible suicide pact.

Five Dead, Including Three Children, Found in Kochi Home

Five Dead, Including Three Children, Found in Kochi Home

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Five individuals, including three children, were discovered dead in a rented house in Kochi. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths, suspecting a possible suicide.

Kochi: Duo Nabbed with MDMA in Drug Trafficking Bust

Kochi: Duo Nabbed with MDMA in Drug Trafficking Bust

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Excise officials in Kochi arrested a woman and a man for alleged drug trafficking, seizing over 37 grams of MDMA. The woman, a college dropout, is suspected of leading the operation and procuring drugs from Bengaluru.

One Dead, Five Rescued After Fishing Boat Capsizes Near Kochi

One Dead, Five Rescued After Fishing Boat Capsizes Near Kochi

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

A fisherman died and five others were rescued after a fishing boat capsized off Puthuvypeen near Kochi. A rescue operation was launched, but one fisherman succumbed to his injuries in hospital. The cause of the accident is under investigation.

How Kochi Police Recovered 1 Crore in Online Fraud Case

How Kochi Police Recovered 1 Crore in Online Fraud Case

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Kochi cyber police recovered over 1 crore stolen from an 81-year-old man through a 'digital arrest' online fraud. The police froze the funds in a bank account in Srinagar and returned the money to the victim.

Dulquer Salmaan's 10 Best Malayalam Movies

Dulquer Salmaan's 10 Best Malayalam Movies

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

From Ustad Hotel to Salute, these Dulquer Salmaan Malayalam films prove why his homecoming with I'm Game is worth celebrating.

India's Final AFC Asian Cup Qualifier Against Hong Kong to be Held in Kochi

India's Final AFC Asian Cup Qualifier Against Hong Kong to be Held in Kochi

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

India's final match of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 Qualifiers against Hong Kong will be held in Kochi on March 31. Although India is out of contention for the AFC Asian Cup 2027, the match is still important for FIFA ranking points.

Kochi Cyber Police Recovers Majority of Funds Stolen in Digital Arrest Scam

Kochi Cyber Police Recovers Majority of Funds Stolen in Digital Arrest Scam

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Kochi city cyber police have recovered over 1 crore stolen from an 81-year-old man through a 'digital arrest' online fraud. The incident occurred in November when the man was defrauded of around 1.30 crore. Police intervention led to the recovery of 1.06 crore from a bank in Jammu and Kashmir.

Kochi: Girl and Man Arrested in Drug Trafficking Operation

Kochi: Girl and Man Arrested in Drug Trafficking Operation

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Excise officials in Kochi arrested an 18-year-old girl and a 24-year-old man for alleged drug trafficking, seizing over 37 grams of MDMA. The girl, a college dropout, is suspected of leading the operation and procuring drugs from Bengaluru.

Kochi Tragedy: Five Family Members Dead in Suspected Suicide Pact

Kochi Tragedy: Five Family Members Dead in Suspected Suicide Pact

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Five members of a family, including three children, were found dead in a rented house in Kochi. Police suspect a suicide pact involving poisoning and hanging.

Kerala HC protects 'Kumbh Mela girl', bars transfer to MP police

Kerala HC protects 'Kumbh Mela girl', bars transfer to MP police

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

The Kerala High Court has intervened to protect a young woman, known as the 'Kumbh Mela girl', from being transferred to Madhya Pradesh police without its order, despite a directive from the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes.

How Yuvraj's prank nearly cost Ganguly his captaincy

How Yuvraj's prank nearly cost Ganguly his captaincy

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh recounted an elaborate April Fool's Day prank in 2005 where he and Yuvraj Singh convinced then-captain Sourav Ganguly that he had publicly criticised his teammates, leading Ganguly to panic and offer to resign.

Jaishankar explains why India let Iran warship dock in Kochi

Jaishankar explains why India let Iran warship dock in Kochi

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar affirms India's self-determined and 'unstoppable' rise, emphasising the nation's strategic growth and role in the Indian Ocean region amid evolving global dynamics.

How Kerala Aims To Become A National AI And Emerging Technologies Hub

How Kerala Aims To Become A National AI And Emerging Technologies Hub

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan announced the state's vision to become a national hub for artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, coinciding with the launch of Naviq Technology by IBS Software Group. The state government is implementing initiatives like an AI-powered dashboard, a Global Job Watch Tower, and curriculum revisions to align with technological advancements and foster skill development in AI and semiconductor sectors.

How Kerala police saved a NEET aspirant's exam dream amid a crisis

How Kerala police saved a NEET aspirant's exam dream amid a crisis

Rediff.com22 Jun 2026

A police team in Kochi intervened to help a NEET candidate who was about to be denied entry to her examination centre due to a missing passport-size photograph. Their timely action, involving contacting a studio owner on a Sunday, ensured the student could sit for the crucial medical entrance test.

Why Messi's Kerala Visit Never Happened: Report Submitted To Govt

Why Messi's Kerala Visit Never Happened: Report Submitted To Govt

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

The Kerala Sports Department has submitted its confidential inquiry report regarding the controversy surrounding the proposed visit of football legend Lionel Messi and the Argentina team to the state during the previous government's tenure.

India's young long jump star sets bold Asian Games goal

India's young long jump star sets bold Asian Games goal

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

Long jumper Shahnavaz Khan and high jumper Basant Kumar Meghwal, both recent World Athletics U20 Championships medalists, are now setting their sights on podium finishes at the upcoming Asian Games in Japan, aiming to improve their personal bests.

KCL player auction: Franchises ready to bid for 156 players

KCL player auction: Franchises ready to bid for 156 players

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

The second edition of the Kerala Cricket League (KCL) will hold its player auction on Saturday in Thiruvananthapuram. Six franchises will bid for 156 players from a shortlisted pool of 173, with veteran auctioneer Charu Sharma conducting the event. Teams have a budget of Rs 50 lakh and players are categorised by experience, with varying base prices.

Youth Held for Alleged Attempt to Run Over Kochi Police

Youth Held for Alleged Attempt to Run Over Kochi Police

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Two youth were arrested in Kochi for allegedly attempting to run over police personnel with a car during a late-night vehicle inspection. An Assistant Sub-Inspector sustained serious injuries in the incident.

8 Outstanding Monsoon Travel Ideas

8 Outstanding Monsoon Travel Ideas

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

Make the most of the monsoon with these hatke experiences.

Youth Protest: 'How Can You Torture, Pull Someone's Hair, Drag Them, Tear Their Clothes?'

Youth Protest: 'How Can You Torture, Pull Someone's Hair, Drag Them, Tear Their Clothes?'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

'They were hitting students. They are not just students, they are the youth, they are the future. You cannot destroy our future.' LGBTQIA+ activist and makeup artiste Jaanmoni Das, who participated in the youth protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, recounts her experience on The Rediff Podcast.

What Made The Toxic Trailer Launch So Different

What Made The Toxic Trailer Launch So Different

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

The Toxic trailer seems to be deliberately ambiguous. It throws period drama, gangster wars, family conflict, violence, romance, and something fantastical into the same pot. At times, it feels as if I am watching several films fighting for space inside one trailer.

Naviq Technology To Revolutionise Global Travel With $500 Million AI Investment

Naviq Technology To Revolutionise Global Travel With $500 Million AI Investment

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

IBS Group has launched Naviq Technology, an artificial intelligence company dedicated to the global travel industry, backed by a substantial USD 500 million investment over the next five years. The new venture aims to partner with major travel players to drive business transformations, modernise operations, and leverage AI for new revenue streams, with plans for significant job creation in India.