News for '-garden-city'

UK tycoon apologises for 'colonised by immigrants' jibe after backlash

UK tycoon apologises for 'colonised by immigrants' jibe after backlash

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe apologises after claiming the UK had been 'colonised by immigrants,' sparking criticism from political leaders.

SEE: Bengaluru Goes Wild as RCB Return with IPL Trophy

SEE: Bengaluru Goes Wild as RCB Return with IPL Trophy

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

The Rajat Patidar-led team was received by state's Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar at the airport.

11 dead in stampede at RCB's celebration in Bengaluru

11 dead in stampede at RCB's celebration in Bengaluru

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Reports said seven persons were killed, but there was no confirmation of the same.

RCB Fan Sunak Lauds IPL's Growing Influence

RCB Fan Sunak Lauds IPL's Growing Influence

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Cricket back in Olympics after 100 years because of India: Former UK PM Sunak

When 16 people died during a Kolkata derby in 1980

When 16 people died during a Kolkata derby in 1980

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

On August 16, 1980, the Kolkata football derby between arch rivals Mohun Bagan and East Bengal, played at the Eden Gardens (there was no Salt Lake Stadium then) witnessed a massive clash between the supporters of two teams, leading to 16 deaths.

Pranita's Cute Baby Shower

Pranita's Cute Baby Shower

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

The actor's baby shower was held at the Bastian Garden City in Bengaluru, and she shared pictures from the celebrations with her husband Nitin Raju and daughter Arna.

Why the Garden City is submerged under apathy

Why the Garden City is submerged under apathy

Rediff.com18 Dec 2015

Today, half the lakes in Bengaluru are encroached upon.

Here's when Kohli will join RCB squad

Here's when Kohli will join RCB squad

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Royal Challengers Bangalore began their pre-tournament camp without their numero uno Virat Kohli, who might take a few more days to join before the team starts its IPL campaign against reigning champions Chennai Super Kings on March 22.

Requiem for a garden city

Requiem for a garden city

Rediff.com17 Mar 2006

Modi reaches ISRO, meets Chandrayaan-3 scientists

Modi reaches ISRO, meets Chandrayaan-3 scientists

Rediff.com26 Aug 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded a warm reception as he arrived at the Indian Space Research Organisation headquarters in Bengaluru on Saturday morning.

KSLTA cancels Bjorn Borg's felicitation in Bengaluru: Here's why!

KSLTA cancels Bjorn Borg's felicitation in Bengaluru: Here's why!

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

The Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association was scheduled to felicitate the legendary Bjorn Borg, but the ceremony was cancelled.

First look: Bengaluru airport's new t2 terminal

First look: Bengaluru airport's new t2 terminal

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Friday inaugurate the Terminal 2 of the Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru that has been built at a cost of around Rs 5,000 crore, according to officials.

Inspiring! Newspaper Vendor To Teacher

Inspiring! Newspaper Vendor To Teacher

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

Bidyasagar Behera used to sell newspapers for a living. But that did not stop him from pursuing his education.

PIX: Fans in tears as England fall short at final hurdle

PIX: Fans in tears as England fall short at final hurdle

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

The tears of England's losing players at Wembley were replicated across the nation on Sunday night, mixed in with disappointment and alcohol, after Italy beat Gareth Southgate's young side in a penalty shootout to win Euro 2020.

India well-set to extend winning run in final SA T20I

India well-set to extend winning run in final SA T20I

Rediff.com18 Jun 2022

A lot of grey areas are yet to be addressed, but a young Indian team, with an admirable collective temperament, will start as favourites in the series-deciding fifth T20 International against South Africa, in Bengaluru, on Sunday.

Saving Bengaluru, One Lake At A Time

Saving Bengaluru, One Lake At A Time

Rediff.com12 Jan 2022

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After brisk Dec, hotels face biz loss as Omicron drives cancellations

After brisk Dec, hotels face biz loss as Omicron drives cancellations

Rediff.com13 Jan 2022

In a bad start to the new year, hotels are counting their losses again. Weddings and corporate events for this month have either been called off or postponed. The blow has throttled the nascent recovery which had kicked in around August. It is primarily hurting the banquet-driven hotel chains, some of which are seeing cancellations running into lakhs for a single day.

Midnight snacks: How to make Fried Calamari

Midnight snacks: How to make Fried Calamari

Rediff.com20 Jun 2014

Got the late night munchies? Ajay Chopra, executive chef, The Westin Mumbai Garden City share two snack recipes for football fans.

Bengaluru is India's child trafficking capital

Bengaluru is India's child trafficking capital

Rediff.com13 Nov 2019

Children between the ages of 10 and 14 continue to be brought to Garden City from villages in north India after their parents are paid a nominal amount and promised a job, shelter and work in Karnataka.

Christmas recipe: How to make mulled wine at home

Christmas recipe: How to make mulled wine at home

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

Special Christmas cocktail recipes shared by Gurpreet Singh, beverage manager of The Westin Mumbai Garden City.

Holi recipe: How to make mawa ka gujiya

Holi recipe: How to make mawa ka gujiya

Rediff.com6 Mar 2020

Chef Francis Vaz has penned down a traditional recipe for you.

Has Bangalore become racist?

Has Bangalore become racist?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2013

And just who is accusing Bangalore of being racist? It's Bangaloreans themselves and the Bangalore media. We are all so quick to bash each other up, and to accuse our citizenry and police of being discriminatory, says M D Riti.

What missing a bus taught me about life

What missing a bus taught me about life

Rediff.com8 Apr 2019

Purushotham Joshi shares an episode that taught him the importance of each moment in life.

What missing a bus taught me about life

What missing a bus taught me about life

Rediff.com9 Apr 2019

Purushotham Joshi shares an episode that taught him the importance of each moment in life.

Watch! Glimpses from DeepVeer's Bengaluru reception

Watch! Glimpses from DeepVeer's Bengaluru reception

Rediff.com22 Nov 2018

Bengaluru's celebs wish the newly-weds.

Veteran cricket writer Rajan Bala passes away

Veteran cricket writer Rajan Bala passes away

Rediff.com9 Oct 2009

Veteran cricket writer Rajan Bala passed away in Bangalore on Friday following a prolonged illness. Rajan turned 63 two days ago and died in a hospital in the Garden City where he had been admitted, according to family sources.

Efforts are on to re-green Bangalore

Efforts are on to re-green Bangalore

Rediff.com18 Nov 2009

Plans are on to convert 187 lakes in and around Bangalore into patches of rich blossoms and green foliage and recreational zones for the common man, Bruhat Bangalore Mahanagare Palike Commissioner Bharat Lal Meena told PTI.

Bengaluru or Hyderabad? The best city to live in India is...

Bengaluru or Hyderabad? The best city to live in India is...

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

Thinking of migrating to a more agreeable locale? Then perhaps you should consider moving to Vienna, which has been named the best city to live in for the tenth year in a row. However, the news isn't that great for Indians, with the list released by global consulting firm Mercer showing that Indian cities fared badly in the quality of living survey. The comprehensive survey is done with many factors being considered like housing, crime, political stability, leisure, air pollution, infrastructure, health system, education and economy.

DLF mulls apartment resale to refund buyers

DLF mulls apartment resale to refund buyers

Rediff.com16 Apr 2009

"The customers had entered into a three-year contract with us. If we have to sell the apartments at a discounted rate, the customers who are backing out should make up for it," an official said. "If DFL tries to re-sell its apartments in the open market, it will have to reduce prices by a further 10-15 per cent. The new buyers know the expected supply is more than demand," said Rupesh Sankhe, equity analyst, Centrum Broking.

DLF mulls resale of flats to refund buyers

DLF mulls resale of flats to refund buyers

Rediff.com16 Apr 2009

DLF, the country's largest property developer, may retrade its apartments at New Town Heights, Gurgaon, and Garden City, Chennai, at a discount. This is to refund buyers who want to exit the projects, according to a senior company official.

CAT 2009: Test cancelled, I want an apology

CAT 2009: Test cancelled, I want an apology

Rediff.com2 Dec 2009

Candidates share their experiences and advice for CAT 2009.

Mangalore residents blame forcible conversions

Mangalore residents blame forcible conversions

Rediff.com17 Sep 2008

The coastal town of Mangalore in Karnataka, which is known as the Garden City under Coconut Groves has been under fire since the past three days. Incidents of violence, places of worship being desecrated and not to mention the damage to public property -- Mangalore has seen it all and has been on national headlines.

Ready for the 'New' New Delhi?

Ready for the 'New' New Delhi?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2008

New Delhi's facelift is aimed at making the city safer and easier to traverse, less polluted and all-around more tourist friendly.

Thursday was Bangalore's coldest day in 16 years

Thursday was Bangalore's coldest day in 16 years

Rediff.com16 Nov 2007

On Thursday, the temperature in Bangalore dropped to 12.7 degrees Celcius, the lowest since November 1991.

Aussies to warm-up in Hyderabad

Aussies to warm-up in Hyderabad

Rediff.com27 Aug 2008

Bangalore may have lost the chance to host the 2008 ATP tennis tournament next month because of security concerns expressed by its promoters, but the first cricket Test between India and Australia is expected to go ahead as scheduled in the Garden City in October.

Bangalore: Pollution levels at all time high

Bangalore: Pollution levels at all time high

Rediff.com7 Feb 2008

Rapid industrialisation and a surge in the number of vehicles have made this once beautiful city explode into metropolitan nightmare. Bengaluru is no longer the namma Bengaluru that it used to be. Thanks to the unscientific disposal of waste, pollution levels have risen to unprecedented levels in Bangalore.

R&D unit: Hyundai dumps Bangalore

R&D unit: Hyundai dumps Bangalore

Rediff.com28 Sep 2006

High real estate prices make the South Korean car maker look at Chennai and Hyderabad.

Chennai most attractive IT destination

Chennai most attractive IT destination

Rediff.com23 Nov 2005

The recent rains that lashed south Indian states may well turn out to be a 'blessing in disguise' - at least for Chennai's IT sector.

Bangalore Metro finally set to take off

Bangalore Metro finally set to take off

Rediff.com24 May 2006

The Bangalore Metro Rail project is finally set to take off with the Centre giving the go-ahead to the Rs 6,395-crore (Rs 63.95 billion) venture.

Hyderabad emerges high in ARR growth

Hyderabad emerges high in ARR growth

Rediff.com19 Feb 2007

After taking over the IT hub mantle from Bangalore, Hyderabad has pushed the garden city to second place in terms of recording the fastest average room rate growth.