News for '-jaipur'

Paralympian Avani aims for an encore at Paris Games

Paralympian Avani aims for an encore at Paris Games

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

'I take one day at a time. I just want to give my best and stay in the present. I do not like to sit on the past glory or think far ahead. For this year, major competitions are done so the focus is on Paris Paralympics and winning more medals for the country.'

Cong list: Ajay Rai from Varanasi; suspense over Amethi, Raebareli continues

Cong list: Ajay Rai from Varanasi; suspense over Amethi, Raebareli continues

Rediff.com24 Mar 2024

The suspense over whether Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra will contest the polls from Amethi and Raebareli respectively continued.

Ready For Mr & Mrs Mahi?

Ready For Mr & Mrs Mahi?

Rediff.com16 May 2024

'There is no cringe shot in the film which could give me a sleepless night.'

Jaipur blasts: Imam detained

Jaipur blasts: Imam detained

Rediff.com26 May 2008

A Muslim cleric of the Jama Masjid in Bharatpur has been detained for interrogation in connection with the Jaipur serial blasts that killed 66 people, the police said on Monday. Mohamaad Ilyas, the Imam of the Jama Masjid, was detained on Friday and had been taken to Jaipur for further investigations by the Special Investigation Team (SIT), Circle Officer (City) Ratan Lal Bhargava said.

Suspense over Rajasthan CM to end on Tuesday

Suspense over Rajasthan CM to end on Tuesday

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

The newly elected Bharatiya Janata Party MLAs in Rajasthan will meet in Jaipur on Tuesday to formally pick the next chief minister of the state, ending days of suspense after the party won the assembly elections.

Air India cancels ticket of Kunal Kamra's namesake on Jaipur-Mumbai flight

Air India cancels ticket of Kunal Kamra's namesake on Jaipur-Mumbai flight

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

The man was reissued the ticket and allowed to board the flight once the airline staff at the Jaipur airport realised that he is not the comedian who is on the no-fly list of four airlines, including Air India.

Wrestling restarts, elections get fair, wrestlers get a voice

Wrestling restarts, elections get fair, wrestlers get a voice

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

The WFI will resume national camp from March 27, after after almost 16 months with Sonepat and Gandhinagar in Gujarat to be the likely venues for men and women respectively.

Eclipsed, Vasundhara, Gehlot Campaign For Sons

Eclipsed, Vasundhara, Gehlot Campaign For Sons

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

While the going for Dushyant Singh in Jhalawar is not tough, winning Jalore is a tough battle for Vaibhav Gehlot.

IPL 2024 gets high-tech umpiring with new 'smart replay' system

IPL 2024 gets high-tech umpiring with new 'smart replay' system

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

8 of Hawk-Eye's high-speed cameras are spread over the ground, and two Hawk-Eye operators will be seated in the same room as the TV umpire, providing him with images obtained by them as part of the Smart Replay System.

What RCB must do revive sagging fortunes...

What RCB must do revive sagging fortunes...

Rediff.com7 Apr 2024

Notwithstanding Virat Kohli's sparkling form, the Royal Challenger Bengaluru batters are struggling for "form and confidence", says Head Coach Andy Flower following his team's fourth defeat in five games this IPL season

Sonia Gandhi to fight RS polls from Raj, may file nomination on Wednesday

Sonia Gandhi to fight RS polls from Raj, may file nomination on Wednesday

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

Barely two months before the Lok Sabha election, Gandhi will be filing her nomination papers in Jaipur on Wednesday. Party chief Mallikarjun Kharge, her son Rahul Gandhi and daughter Priyanka Gandhi Vadra are likely to accompany her.

Gilchrist mourns Jaipur tragedy

Gilchrist mourns Jaipur tragedy

Rediff.com16 May 2008

The serial blasts in Jaipur may have left Shane Warne and Shane Watson in absolute panic but fellow Australian Adam Gilchrist refrains from any knee-jerk reaction and hopes the show --the Indian Premier League-- will go on.

IPL 2024: RCB face hard task against in-form Rajasthan

IPL 2024: RCB face hard task against in-form Rajasthan

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

The Bengaluru outfit will hope for a reversal at the Sawai Man Singh Stadium, a venue that carries similar traits as RCB's home -- Chinnaswamy Stadium -- in terms of a smooth pitch and a blistering outfield adding value to the batters' shots.

Pant looks to regain mojo as DC face Royal test

Pant looks to regain mojo as DC face Royal test

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

Skipper Rishabh Pant will look to overcome his rustiness as Delhi Capitals aim for an improved batting display in their bid for a first win of the IPL season when they take on Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur on Thursday.

Shah's doctored video: 12 more summoned; AAP, Cong men held in Gujarat

Shah's doctored video: 12 more summoned; AAP, Cong men held in Gujarat

Rediff.com30 Apr 2024

In total, 17 people, including Telangana Chief Minister and Congress leader Revanth Reddy, have been issued notices to appear before the Delhi police's investigation officer (in connection with the case. Sources, however, said Reddy is "unlikely" to join the probe and may send his representative.

Rajasthan Royals eye quick turnaround against Punjab Kings

Rajasthan Royals eye quick turnaround against Punjab Kings

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

A disappointed Rajasthan Royals will have to focus on better execution of their strategies for a swift turnaround when they face a highly inconsistent yet capable Punjab Kings in their Indian Premier League match in Mullanpur on Saturday.

Nearly 25 BJP MLAs meet Vasundhara Raje in show of strength

Nearly 25 BJP MLAs meet Vasundhara Raje in show of strength

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

Though the MLAs termed it a courtesy meeting, they said they will support Raje if the party leadership chooses her for the post in the state.

LSG hoping for good start from fit-again Rahul

LSG hoping for good start from fit-again Rahul

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

The focus will be on K L Rahul's form and fitness when he returns after a quadriceps injury lay-off to lead Lucknow Super Giants in their IPL 2024 opener against Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur on Sunday.

Pink City Turns Yellow For Dhoni!

Pink City Turns Yellow For Dhoni!

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

The pink city of Jaipur turned yellow as local fans came out in large numbers to cheer for Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

Longer working hours & low earnings: How India's gig workforce fares

Longer working hours & low earnings: How India's gig workforce fares

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Long working hours, earnings that fall short of meeting household expenses, arbitrary deactivation and blocking of identity (ID) by platforms, and high physical and mental stress are among the major issues plaguing workers of the booming gig economy in India, a report based on a survey has found. Nearly 83 per cent cab drivers reported working for more than 10 hours in a day, while 78 per cent delivery personnel worked for the same duration, showed the report released on Monday, titled "Prisoners on Wheels" and based on a survey by the University of Pennsylvania and the Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers (IFAT).

IPL 2024 Schedule: Holders CSK to take on RCB in opener on March 22

IPL 2024 Schedule: Holders CSK to take on RCB in opener on March 22

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

Defending champions Chennai Super Kings will take on Royal Challengers Bangalore in the 2024 IPL season-opener in Chennai on March 22, the BCCI announced on Thursday while unveiling the schedule for only the first 17 days of the popular T20 league.

Lessons from the Jaipur blasts

Lessons from the Jaipur blasts

Rediff.com5 Aug 2008

Investigations into the Jaipur blasts ensured that security agencies from across the country have started working together. The IB says that sharing of information and working in tandem has improved considerably as the investigating agencies realise that all the blasts are interlinked.

As Sonia files for RS, is it Priyanka for Rae Bareli?

As Sonia files for RS, is it Priyanka for Rae Bareli?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

Former Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Wednesday filed her nomination papers in Jaipur for the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls from Rajasthan.

Modi teaches ABC... of Congress @ Jaipur

Modi teaches ABC... of Congress @ Jaipur

Rediff.com10 Sep 2013

Right from teaching ABC to comparing Marwaris with Gujratis, Modi did all to bill the connect in Jaipur, reports Shahnawaz Akhtar

Delhi police summon Telangana CM in Shah 'doctored' video case; 1 held

Delhi police summon Telangana CM in Shah 'doctored' video case; 1 held

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

Sources in the Special Cell said that now arrests are likely to follow across the country.

PHOTOS: Richa Chadda goes to Jaipur

PHOTOS: Richa Chadda goes to Jaipur

Rediff.com15 Jun 2013

The Fukrey actress catches up on the culture of Jaipur on a recent trip to the city.

COVID-19 situation serious in Mumbai, Kolkata, Jaipur, Indore: Govt

COVID-19 situation serious in Mumbai, Kolkata, Jaipur, Indore: Govt

Rediff.com20 Apr 2020

The death toll due to COVID-19 rose to 543 and the number of cases climbed to 17,265 in the country on Monday, according to the Union health ministry.

No threat: Jh'khand CM amid discontent in Cong camp

No threat: Jh'khand CM amid discontent in Cong camp

Rediff.com18 Feb 2024

As many as 12 MLAs of the Congress have threatened to boycott the upcoming state assembly session from February 23 and head to Jaipur if the ministers are not replaced with new faces.

WFI to seek suspension revocation through dialogue, puts legal challenge on hold

WFI to seek suspension revocation through dialogue, puts legal challenge on hold

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

WFI decided that it will seek a dialogue with the Sports Ministry for revocation of its suspension, saying it does not want a clash with the government and the legal options will be explored only if talks fail.

IPL venue in chaos: Sawai Man Singh stadium sealed over unpaid dues

IPL venue in chaos: Sawai Man Singh stadium sealed over unpaid dues

Rediff.com24 Feb 2024

Rajasthan Cricket Association's (RCA) office and its academy were also sealed, along with the stadium.

Railways withdraws 'RPF train shooter not mental' statement within hours

Railways withdraws 'RPF train shooter not mental' statement within hours

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

The railways on Tuesday said the RPF constable accused in the Jaipur-Mumbai train shooting incident kept the treatment he would have been undergoing for any mental condition a "secret" and no such ailment was detected in the last periodic medical examination for the force's personnel.

'Terrorist minded person': Victim's kin opposes bail for RPF killer cop

'Terrorist minded person': Victim's kin opposes bail for RPF killer cop

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

Dismissed RPF constable Chetansinh Chaudhary, accused of killing his senior colleague and three passengers on a moving train, appears to have harboured "anger and grudge" towards a particular community and showed no remorse for the crime committed, the police said in its response to his bail.

Brad, Angelina visit Jaipur

Brad, Angelina visit Jaipur

Rediff.com20 Oct 2006

The Hollywood actor will shoot for a Japanese ad at the city.

Bajrang moves court against WFI's national trials

Bajrang moves court against WFI's national trials

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

'We will appear in the trials only if the ad-hoc panel or the government conducts it. How can a suspended body announce the trials.'

ED raids Rajasthan Cong chief; summons Gehlot's son

ED raids Rajasthan Cong chief; summons Gehlot's son

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

The agency has also summoned Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot's son Vaibhav Gehlot for questioning in a case related to alleged contravention of the foreign exchange law, official sources said on Thursday.

Two bouncer per over rule helpful but mindset is also key: Sandeep

Two bouncer per over rule helpful but mindset is also key: Sandeep

Rediff.com24 Mar 2024

Sandeep, who bowled a fine spell of 3-0-22-1 to tilt the game in favour of Rajasthan Royals, said having clear plans from the management also plays a big role for a bowler to prepare.

Rajasthan: Can Congress Prevent BJP Clean Sweep?

Rajasthan: Can Congress Prevent BJP Clean Sweep?

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

The BJP is far more prepared than the Congress as their pool of prospective candidates is much bigger, reports Prakash Bhandari.

Who invented the Jaipur foot?

Who invented the Jaipur foot?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2008

Days after he died on January 6, Sethi's legacy is being questioned by the very NGO which is today known for taking the Jaipur foot to the masses. The invention won the doctor a Magsaysay award, which in turn has given him enemies.

Gehlot's Dilemma: 1,813,302 Jobless Workers

Gehlot's Dilemma: 1,813,302 Jobless Workers

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

The state's joblessness is three times higher than the national average of 7.8 per cent.

Train firing victim's kin protest outside hospital, refuse to accept body

Train firing victim's kin protest outside hospital, refuse to accept body

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

The Western Railway tonight said it has digitally transferred Rs 10 lakh in the savings bank account of the victim's wife.