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Pix: The gorgeous showstoppers!

Pix: The gorgeous showstoppers!

Rediff.com28 Aug 2018

Kiara Advani, Radhika Apte, Kalki Koechlin and more...

Must see! Sara Ali Khan's Cinderella moment

Must see! Sara Ali Khan's Cinderella moment

Rediff.com30 Jul 2019

Sara Ali Khan made her runway debut as a showstopper for Falguni and Shane Peacock at the FDCI India Couture Week.

PIX: TV celebs attend Aniruddh Dave's sangeet

PIX: TV celebs attend Aniruddh Dave's sangeet

Rediff.com24 Nov 2015

A look at the pictures from the sangeet ceremony.

Kajal's shaadi's Italian, Kashmiri links

Kajal's shaadi's Italian, Kashmiri links

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

'Kashmir came out as a theme that appealed to her and instantly it also hit a home run with all of us.'

All eyes on IPL auction on December 18

All eyes on IPL auction on December 18

Rediff.com3 Dec 2018

IPL auction moved from Bengaluru to Jaipur

MUST READ: Dia's important message for brides-to-be

MUST READ: Dia's important message for brides-to-be

Rediff.com9 Jul 2019

The former beauty queen is using fashion to share a powerful message for the environment.

I am 79 and this is how I stayed healthy in the lockdown

I am 79 and this is how I stayed healthy in the lockdown

Rediff.com30 May 2020

Vijai Kumar Sharma from Jaipur shares his lovely story.

'Kohli and Raina are two of the best fielders in the world'

'Kohli and Raina are two of the best fielders in the world'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2013

In an e-mail interview with Shahnawaz Akhtar, Jonty Rhodes, now Mumbai Indians' fielding coach, got candid on Mahendra Singh Dhoni's captaincy, Sachin Tendulkar, Indian stadia, his divorce and lots more.

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.

Deoband opposes 'controversial authors' at JLF

Deoband opposes 'controversial authors' at JLF

Rediff.com23 Jan 2013

Leading Islamic seminary Darul Uloom Deoband on Wednesday demanded that "controversial authors" be kept away from the Jaipur Literature Festival in the PinkCity.

AICC Chintan Shivir in Jaipur to focus on generation next

AICC Chintan Shivir in Jaipur to focus on generation next

Rediff.com18 Jan 2013

Breaking away from tradition, several young Congress leaders are expected to speak at the AICC Chintan Shivir being held in Jaipur, reports Renu Mittal

Senior Cong leaders to oversee Jaipur meet preparations

Senior Cong leaders to oversee Jaipur meet preparations

Rediff.com14 Jan 2013

Senior Congress leaders will be in Jaipur on Tuesday for a day's visit to finalise the arrangements for the three-day weekend extravaganza which will see over 5,000 party workers assemble in the pink city to chalk out party's road map for future challenges, reports Renu Mittal.

Economic reforms is top Chintan Shivir agenda

Economic reforms is top Chintan Shivir agenda

Rediff.com18 Jan 2013

On the eve of the much-hyped Chintan Shivir in the pink city, economic issues are back with a bang on the agenda with Union Oil Minister Veerapa Moily choosing to deregulate the price of diesel and allowing oil companies to affect increase in the price of diesel, in the same manner as had happened with petrol. Renu Mittal reports.

PBD 2012: India seeks investors for solar energy projects

PBD 2012: India seeks investors for solar energy projects

Rediff.com7 Jan 2012

On the first day of the 10th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in Jaipur, India sought investors to fulfill its goals in the field of solar energy, report Priyanka

IN PICS: The charm of living in a Rajasthani haveli

IN PICS: The charm of living in a Rajasthani haveli

Rediff.com30 Jan 2012

The Indian state of Rajasthan is known for its hospitality. It is, as many would agree, also a state of palaces and havelis. A Ganesh Nadar visited the Pink City of Jaipur and stayed at a charming hotel called Mahal Khandela. He shares with us his experiences.

Goa's 'save the frog', J-K's 'back to village': Themes of R-Day tableaux

Goa's 'save the frog', J-K's 'back to village': Themes of R-Day tableaux

Rediff.com26 Jan 2020

Out of the total 22 tableaux, 16 were of various states and UTs and six of ministries, departments and the National Disaster Response Force.

Oprah @ JLF: You love her, hate her, but can't not care!

Oprah @ JLF: You love her, hate her, but can't not care!

Rediff.com22 Jan 2012

Clad in a mustard salwaar-kameez and sporting golden bangles, the queen of chat shows Oprah Winfrey was the headline draw at the Jaipur Literature Festival on Sunday.

Can Rajasthan stop rampaging KKR?

Can Rajasthan stop rampaging KKR?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2019

KKR will head to the game with the belief that the side can win from any situation, which they have demonstrated time and again.

Will not rush things for world title: Vijender

Will not rush things for world title: Vijender

Rediff.com13 Dec 2017

Just over two years old in the professional circuit, Indian boxing star Vijender Singh says he is quite content with the two belts he has won so far and will not rush things in his quest for a world title next year.

Mandor Express derails, 35 people injured

Mandor Express derails, 35 people injured

Rediff.com14 Nov 2009

At least 30-35 people were injured when eight coaches of Delhi-bound Mandor Express got derailed near Bans ka Phatak, about 40 km from Jaipur at 1:30am, a Railway official said.

Julia Roberts visits the Taj Mahal

Julia Roberts visits the Taj Mahal

Rediff.com23 Jan 2009

The actress was spotted with her husband Daniel Moder and their children on a sightseeing visit at Taj Mahal that was voted to be among the New Seven Wonders of the World in 2008.

Pics: When Yami Gautam rocked the bridal look

Pics: When Yami Gautam rocked the bridal look

Rediff.com14 Jul 2016

The actress unveiled Anita Dongre's latest wedding collection.

RCB, Royals clash in search for their maiden win

RCB, Royals clash in search for their maiden win

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

Both teams have been more than disappointing thus far in the IPL and need a win to revive their respective campaigns.

Jaipur blast toll rises to 65

Jaipur blast toll rises to 65

Rediff.com20 May 2008

The Rajasthan Police picked up one more youth for questioning in connection with last week's serial bomb blasts in the Pink City as two more people succumbed to shrapnel wounds raising the death toll to 65.

Serial blasts rock Jaipur economy

Serial blasts rock Jaipur economy

Rediff.com15 May 2008

On Tuesday morning tour operators were juggling dates as they struggled to find rooms in Jaipur in what has traditionally been the lean season. On Wednesday, they were doing it again -- but this time because foreign tourists were fleeing from the Pink City, as advisories exercising caution were put out by tour operators.

Jaipur blasts: Victims of social taboos

Jaipur blasts: Victims of social taboos

Rediff.com1 Sep 2008

Kavita Srivastava, general secretary People's Union for Civil Liberties, told rediff.com that they had conducted a study on 42 households. This high percentage of women being left without their main earner is a cause of serious concern and planning of state victim rehabilitation should focus on this area, she said.

Mahindras cash in on early SEZ appeal

Mahindras cash in on early SEZ appeal

Rediff.com29 Jul 2008

Even as several SEZs are struggling to get off the ground, the Mahindras have managed to kick off their second SEZ at Jaipur, after their first one in Chennai.

No Jodhaa Akbar in Rajasthan

No Jodhaa Akbar in Rajasthan

Rediff.com15 Feb 2008

The film was not released in Rajasthan cinema halls on Friday amid protests by Rajput groups against "distortion of historical facts" in the movie based on Mughal emperor Akbar.

Modi scotches rumours of Warne's pull-out from IPL

Modi scotches rumours of Warne's pull-out from IPL

Rediff.com15 May 2008

Warne, Watson to play on Saturday Indian Premier League Commissioner Lalit Modi rubbished reports that Rajasthan Royals' skipper Shane Warne -- along with teammates Shane Watson and Graeme Smith is quitting the tournament due to the bomb blasts in Jaipur, saying the trio are already on their way to the Pink City to play the next match there.

Modi scotches rumours of Warne's pull-out from IPL

Modi scotches rumours of Warne's pull-out from IPL

Rediff.com15 May 2008

Warne, Watson to play on Saturday Indian Premier League Commissioner Lalit Modi rubbished reports that Rajasthan Royals' skipper Shane Warne -- along with teammates Shane Watson and Graeme Smith is quitting the tournament due to the bomb blasts in Jaipur, saying the trio are already on their way to the Pink City to play the next match there.

Taslima 'forced' to Taslima 'forced' to leave Pink

Taslima 'forced' to Taslima 'forced' to leave Pink

Rediff.com23 Nov 2007

Her departure to Delhi at 0630 hours came amid threats by a Muslim organization -- the All India Milli Council -- to hold demonstrations in the city if the writer was kept in the state for long. Opposing her stay in the city, Milli state vice president Engineer Mohd Saleem said freedom does not mean that you can abuse any religion.

Terrorism in the hinterland

Terrorism in the hinterland

Rediff.com19 May 2008

'Terror targets cannot be protected by machines or manual security programmes alone. However, they can be countered to a great extent by enhancing cooperation among security agencies and timely intelligence sharing; strengthening political will; and most importantly public support.'

Oman Air to start flights to Jaipur from June 1

Oman Air to start flights to Jaipur from June 1

Rediff.com30 May 2007

Buoyed by the growth of Indian travel market, Oman's national carrier -- Oman Air -- will start its direct flight from Muscat to 'Pink City' Jaipur from June 1.

IPL Preview: Rajasthan Royals eyeing third consecutive victory

IPL Preview: Rajasthan Royals eyeing third consecutive victory

Rediff.com17 Apr 2018

The in-form Rajasthan Royals will be confident of a third consecutive victory when they take on Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League, in Jaipur, on Wednesday.

Mansingh stadium is a marvel

Mansingh stadium is a marvel

Rediff.com13 Oct 2006

Ram looks for a hit with Nenu Sailaja

Ram looks for a hit with Nenu Sailaja

Rediff.com18 Dec 2015

It will also star Malayalam actress Keerthi Suresh.

Quake warning for Jaipur

Quake warning for Jaipur

Rediff.com13 Jun 2006

The density of population and mushrooming of building complexes posed a serious threat to the Pink City.

Jaipur gets UNESCO World Heritage tag

Jaipur gets UNESCO World Heritage tag

Rediff.com6 Jul 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed happiness that the city has been recognised as a World Heritage Site.

India retains squad for Uzbek tie

India retains squad for Uzbek tie

Rediff.com20 Apr 2005

Leander Paes will lead the Indian team for the Davis Cup tie against Uzbekistan starting on April 29.