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Hijack alarm case: Passengers deny threatening pilot

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 21:19:36 +0530

Six passengers, whose protests near the cockpit led the pilot of an Air India plane to sound a hijack alert at the airport in Thiruvanathapuram, were on Thursday questioned by police and reported to have contested her complaint that she was threatened by them.

False hijack alarm: Case registered against 6 persons

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 22:44:11 +0530

A case has been registered against six unidentified persons on Friday in connection with the hijack alarm incident involving an Air India flight at the international airport in Thiruvananthapuram. Police said the case was registered based on a complaint by the Abu Dhabi-Kochi bound flight pilot Rupali Waghmare, who sent the hijack alert in panic after agitated passengers allegedly stormed the cockpit.

False hijack alarm: DGCA asks for recordings of black box

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 20:39:57 +0530

Aviation regulator DGCA on Friday asked for recordings of the black box of the Air India Express plane after a high drama unfolded at Thiruvananthapuram when some agitated passengers entered the cockpit, leading its pilot to press the hijack alarm. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has asked the pilots to appear before it to provide their version of the incident and directed the airline to submit the Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) or the black box for an inquest, official sources said.

Kochi 'hijack' alarm: All passengers of AI flight released

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 17:11:20 +0530

All the six passengers of the Abu Dhabi-Kochi Air India flight, who were detained at the Kochi airport over a false hijack ruckus on Friday, have been released. High drama unfolded at the international airport in Thiruvananthapuram when the pilot of the Air India flight pressed the hijack button in panic after irate passengers allegedly stormed the cockpit. The passengers allegedly refused to deboard at Thiruvananthapuram, where the flight was diverted following a technical snag. Air India officials alleged that the passengers refused to de-board and also threatened the pilot.

Kochi: Teacher accused of sexual abuse roams free

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 07:22:49 +0530

A shocking tale of sexual abuse which authorities at a school in Kochi allegedly tried to supress. The victim, a class VIII student, said that his complaint against a teacher fell on deaf ears.

Kochi: Vallarpadam Terminal gets a big boost

Fri, 07 Sep 2012 16:57:10 +0530

The Vallarpadam International Container Transshipment Terminal (ICTT) will soon play host to large mother vessels.

Quick decisions crucial for Kochi Metro: Sreedharan

Thu, 06 Sep 2012 10:33:23 +0530

Timely availability of land and funds and quick decision-making are crucial for the success of the Kochi Metro Rail Project, said E Sreedharan.

Kochi Metro: Red tapism costing Rs 40 lakh per day

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 13:03:15 +0530

For each day that the Kochi Metro Rail project gets delayed, the cost of the project goes up by Rs 40 lakh, project head E Sreedharan said here on Tuesday.

Kerala: Presence of SL vessel raises suspicion

Fri, 31 Aug 2012 12:39:34 +0530

The coastal security agencies launched immediate search operations on Thursday following an Intelligence report that a Sri Lankan fishing vessel was anchored in sea off the Kochi coast.

Onam: A rare guest for Kochi cops on festival eve

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 13:46:04 +0530

Amidst the Onam festivities and the security checks in place, the policemen of the Central Police station rescued a 11-month-old girl early in the morning on Tuesday.

Kochi Metro safety: DMRC guarantee period limited

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 08:37:00 +0530

Bagging unfettered rights on the proposed Kochi Metro Rail project, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has deftly incorporated a clause wherein the responsibility for safety shall be restricted to the day of handing over of the project with a current outlay of Rs 4,238 crore.

Kerala: Iftar at temple evokes communal harmony

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 13:06:56 +0530

People from different walks of life and faith shared a rare camaraderie at the Iftar organised by the Onam celebrations committee of the Thrikkakara and Kalammassery municipalities at the Thiruvonam Hall of the Vamanamoorthy Temple on Sunday.

Kochi: Elamakkara gets its first KSRTC bus

Sat, 11 Aug 2012 12:58:56 +0530

Offering relief to the residents in Elamakkara-Aluva region, the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation has launched its services in the area.

Kochi boats to create ripples in Punnamada

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 14:17:16 +0530

With the 60th edition of the Nehru Trophy Boat Race all set to put Punnamada lake on fire, the boat clubs in Ernakulam are also planning to be part of the extravaganza.

Kochi: Shobha John found guilty in Thantri case

Wed, 08 Aug 2012 14:50:39 +0530

Bringing to an end the six-year-old controversial episode, the Ernakulam Additional Sessions Court on Tuesday found Shobha John and eight others guilty in the blackmailing of former Sabarimala Thantri Kandararu Mohanaru.

Kochi: More corporate staff turn to Ayurveda

Tue, 07 Aug 2012 13:43:22 +0530

The corporate employees of Kochi stand third among other cities in the country switching over to ayurvedic treatments to combat high stress levels.

Air India flight makes emergency landing in Kochi

Sat, 28 Jul 2012 23:43:53 +0530

An Air India flight landed on Saturday night at Kochi airport after the pilot detected problem in its nose wheel, airline sources said.

Kochi Metro Rail: Urgency clause invoked

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 12:18:42 +0530

The state government has invoked the 'urgency clause' for the land acquisition of the Kochi Metro Rail project.

Sale of shawarma banned in Kochi district

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 12:36:32 +0530

If Kochiites have developed an appetite for shawarma, it is now time to say goodbye to the Arabian extravaganza at least for the time being.

PM to inaugurate 'Emerging Kerala 2012'

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 10:33:02 +0530

A host of invitees from India and abroad have confirmed about participating in the Emerging Kerala 2012 scheduled to be held in September at Kochi.

Kochi: Obscure norms trouble Lakshadweep traders

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 11:03:34 +0530

Ambiguity in norms regarding shipping of cargo to Lakshadweep from Kochi has been posing difficulties to traders from the islands.

Kochi: Made for each other by internet

Sat, 14 Jul 2012 12:24:38 +0530

Gone are the days when non-resident Indians had to travel thousands of miles to meet their prospective spouses.

Kochi: KSRTC shows a novel way to travel

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 12:24:23 +0530

In an attempt to wipe out the image of rash and negligent driving, the KSRTC employees launched a novel initiative on Thursday, giving a hearty welcome to the passengers who boarded the buses.

Kochi pushes for metro city status

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 12:54:59 +0530

Only days after receiving the nod for the Metro Rail project, Kochi is now pushing for the status of a metro city.

It's official: Sreedharan to head Kochi Metro

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 12:29:32 +0530

Scotching all rumours, Power and Transport Minister Aryadan Mohammed told the Assembly in categorical terms on Thursday that the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation and 'Metro Man' E Sreedharan, its consultant and former chairman, will be in charge of the Kochi Metro rail project.

Govt gives green signal to Kochi Metro

Wed, 04 Jul 2012 11:29:36 +0530

Changing the face of Kochi city and also the lives of its citizens, the Kochi Metro train will make its dream run in about three or four years.

US Consul General visits Kochi Infopark

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 18:05:23 +0530

US Consul General Jennifer A McIntyre on Thursday visited the Infopark campus to gain first-hand knowledge about the investment opportunities offered by Kerala's IT industry.

Kerala: Italian marines shifted to Kochi reformatory

Fri, 25 May 2012 17:57:10 +0530

The two jailed Italian marines in Kerala who were put up at the Trivandrum Central Prison since February have been shifted to a Borstal School in Kochi on Friday.

Kerala: Italian marines shifted to Kochi reformatory

Fri, 25 May 2012 17:57:10 +0530

The two jailed Italian marines in Kerala who were put up at the Trivandrum Central Prison since February have been shifted to a Borstal School in Kochi on Friday.

Malayalam film producer Appachan passes away

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:37:36 +0530

Well-known Malayalam film-maker, 'Navodaya' Appachan, who is credited with producing the first 3-D movie in India, 'My Dear Kuttichathan', died in Kochi. Appachan (87) was admitted to a private hospital on April 17 following old-age illness.

Mammootty's son to star in 'Ustad Hotel'

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 16:32:22 +0530

Dulquar Salman's debut film 'Second Show' did reasonable business at the box office, but it hasn't stopped filmmakers to offer films to the youngster.

Internet racket to make a film virtual hit

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 15:10:47 +0530

Exploiting the wide possibilities of online promotion of Malayalam movies, unauthorised internet marketing groups are becoming rampant in the state.

Plea in Kerala HC seeking ban on Kolaveri song

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:47:00 +0530

A petition has been filed before the Kerala High Court seeking a directive to prohibit the screening of the song in the film '3'.

Kochi: Major fire at Mangalavanam

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 08:44:00 +0530

A major fire broke out outside the Mangalavanam bird sanctuary in Kochi, destroying a major chunk of grassland.

Kochi: HC to hear Italian Navy guards' petitions

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 10:50:04 +0530

The Kerala High Court is all set to hear petitions filed by the two accused Italian Navy personnel on Friday. The two Navy guards stand accused of shooting down two Indian fishermen off the Kochi coast in February allegedly fearing them to be pirates.

Parents to use dead son's semen for surrogate kid

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 13:25:06 +0530

Thanks to a verdict by a Lok Adalat in Kerala, an elderly casual labourer and his wife have won the right to collect their deceased son's semen from an infertility clinic and use it to have a surrogate child.

Ground report: fishermen community waiting for justice

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 08:47:38 +0530

Even as the Italian deputy foreign minister maintains that they wish to maintain good ties with India, the Kochi police has brought the Italian ship to the Kochi port and is expected to search the Italian ship for weapons on Monday.

Kerala police to inspect Italian ship on Saturday

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 17:57:19 +0530

The Kerala Police, investigating the killing of two Indian fishermen by Italian guards aboard the vessel Enrica Lexie, are expected to continue their probe by visiting the Italian vessel after two Italian defence officials arrive on Saturday.

Indian fishermen mistaken for pirates, shot dead

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 09:04:22 +0530

Two fishermen, one each from Kerala and Tamil Nadu, in a fishing boat were on Wednesday shot dead by security officials of an Italian cargo vessel in the deep sea after being mistaken for pirates, an official said.

Another hurdle cleared for Kochi Metro

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 08:58:00 +0530

Kochi Metro crossed one more hurdle on Monday with the Urban Development Ministry placing the Kochi Metro note before the Public Investment Board under the Finance Ministry for clearance.

Aamir bowled over by snake boat on Kerala visit

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:18:25 +0530

Briefly interacting with media personnel at Alapuzha, Aamir Khan said would love to do Malayalam films.

Smart City Kochi IT project on course

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 15:11:14 +0530

The proposed Rs 5,000 crore Smart City Kochi mega IT project will be ready on time, a top official said on Monday.

Alliance Air pilot mistakes Kochi for Kozhikode

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:30:50 +0530

A rude shock awaited passengers of an Alliance Air flight when they found the pilot had landed at Kochi though they were told they had reached their destination Kozhikode.

Kochi Metro gets Sreedharan on board

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 15:56:47 +0530

Former Delhi Metro chief E. Sreedharan on Thursday confirmed that he will be part of the proposed Rs 5,000 crore Kochi Metro, and said he would be able to finish the project in three years. Sreedharan said Chief Minister Oommen Chandy wants him to finish the project in three years.

New VHP leadership aims at Hindu empowerment

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 11:49:00 +0530

The new VHP leadership aims at Hindu empowerment at micro and macro levels, said the newly elected VHP international working president Praveen Togadia on Monday. Togadia said the organisation will focus on Hindu empowerment in village, district, state levels and wider national issues.

Mullaperiyar: IAF ready to tackle disaster

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:54:00 +0530

KOCHI: The Indian Air Force on Tuesday submitted before the Kerala High Court that assistance would be provided expeditiously to t..

VHP lashes out at Communal Violence Bill

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 11:08:00 +0530

KOCHI: Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) international president Ashok Singhal on Tuesday warned of a massive movement in the country if..

Protestors arrested for disrupting work

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 11:32:00 +0530

KOCHI: Police arrested several protestors who attempted to disrupt drainage covering work done by a house owner in front of the St..

Sreedharan not to head Kochi Metro

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 01:47:11 +0530

Delhi Metro chief E Sreedharan, who demits office on December 31, will not head the proposed Kochi Metro Rail project, contrary to speculation in his home state of Kerala that he has been chosen for the job.

A flood of new films in Malayalam

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 16:55:48 +0530

Ending the drought that had gripped the Malayalam movie industry for the past 50 days, new movies will hit screens from Friday. Interestingly, the Malayalam filmdom gets a breather on a day when the movie 'Dam 999' is banned in Tamil Nadu.

Kochi: protests after minister's car mows down 3

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 08:25:27 +0530

Protests broke out near Kochi on Sunday, after a minister's car allegedly mowed down three people, two of whom died on the spot. The protestors blocked the national highway in protest.

It's strike time for Kerala film industry

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 15:35:00 +0530

The recent crisis that has gripped the Malayalam film industry deepened on Tuesday with the Kerala Film Producers' Association (KFPA) deciding to stick to their decision not to produce movies until the Film Employees Federation of Kerala (FEFKA) took steps to curb the escalating production cost.

Kochi Metro to float on Korean technology

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 08:50:00 +0530

The size of the coaches of the trains under this technology will be comparatively small and will be apt for the city...

Strong anti-graft law in 3-4 months: Khurshid

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 08:24:44 +0530

The central government would bring in stringent anti-corruption law and electoral laws in which the corrupt and those convicted will not be able to contest elections, Union Law Minister Salman Khurshid said on Saturday.

HC sends Kerala CPI-M leader to six months in jail

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 12:55:03 +0530

The Kerala High Court on Tuesday sentenced CPI(M) leader MV Jayarajan to six months imprisonment on charge of committing contempt of court by making derogatory remarks against judges and the judiciary.

Kerala: Pro-Left transport unions strike work

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 10:20:32 +0530

The dawn-to-dusk motor strike called by non-Congress trade unions in Kerala on Saturdday to protest petrol price hike hit normal life across the state.

Kochi: MPEDA to promote organic aquaculture

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 13:50:33 +0530

With global demand for organic aquaculture products increasing at a rate of about 10-15 per cent a year, the Marine Products Export Development Authority proposes to actively promote the sector in suitable areas in the country.

Kochi no crime capital, says police chief

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 08:35:00 +0530

The Kochi city police has come down heavily against the press reports on the new NCRB statistics. The latest NCRB data shows that Kochi city has the highest incidence of crime in the country.

Kerala Food and Civil Supplies minister dead

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 23:28:27 +0530

Kerala Civil Supplies Minister TM Jacob died on Sunday night at a private hospital here, according to family sources. He was 61.

Kochi: Advani's vehicle leaked fuel

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 22:31:36 +0530

A bullet proof vehicle, which brought senior BJP leader LK Advani and his daughter Pratibha Advani to the Nedumabassery airport on Sunday evening from their hotel in Kochi for their onward journey to Bangalore, was found to have leaked fuel.

Kerala sex scandal: plea for CBI probe rejected

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 11:50:13 +0530

The Kerala High Court on Tuesday dismissed a petition of Leader of Opposition VS Achuthanandan for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into what has come to be known as the Kozhikode ice cream parlour sex case, involving state minister PK Kunhalikutty.

Durbar hall ground renovation after Onam

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 02:11:55 +0530

The Durbar Hall Ground in the heart of the city will get a facelift soon. The works to renovate the ground will begin after Onam. Out of the Rs 1.35 crore that has been sanctioned for the work, Rs 68 lakh will be sanctioned next week.