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Chatwal's Dream Downtown hotel in New York opens

Chatwal's Dream Downtown hotel in New York opens

Rediff.com17 Jun 2011

Located between two of the most vibrant neighbourhoods in New York, Chelsea and the Meat Packing District, the avant-garde, lifestyle hotel offers 316 guestrooms, multiple innovative dining venues, an expansive rooftop lounge, a beach club and extensive fitness facilities with spa services.

Sahara's Plaza, Dream Downtown hotels in US up for sale?

Sahara's Plaza, Dream Downtown hotels in US up for sale?

Rediff.com17 Mar 2016

Reports said that the two hotels can fetch up to $1 billion.

'End of a dream': Messi fans left heartbroken after World Cup final

'End of a dream': Messi fans left heartbroken after World Cup final

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

Argentina's hopes of securing back-to-back World Cup titles were dashed after a 1-0 extra-time defeat to Spain in the final, leaving fans in Buenos Aires with a "bitter sensation" despite acknowledging Spain's strong performance.

'Super grateful for the joy he gave us': Argentina reacts as Messi bids emotional farewell

'Super grateful for the joy he gave us': Argentina reacts as Messi bids emotional farewell

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Lionel Messi, who captained Argentina to World Cup glory in 2022, has announced his retirement from the national team, a decision he described as 'a decision that hurts the soul.'

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei killed in US-Israel strikes

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei killed in US-Israel strikes

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed in a US-Israeli attack, sparking celebrations in Iran and raising questions about the future of the regime.

Kali Choudhury: From Hemet To Hollywood Park

Kali Choudhury: From Hemet To Hollywood Park

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Dr Kali P Choudhury, a visionary entrepreneur immigrated to the United States with almost nothing and built his estate in Hemet before turning his focus to Inglewood.

Sahara gets unsolicited offers for prized hotel assets

Sahara gets unsolicited offers for prized hotel assets

Rediff.com12 Mar 2014

Embroiled in a major crisis back home, Indian conglomerate Sahara has got unsolicited offers for at least three prized assets -- London's Grosvenor House and New York's Plaza and Dreams Downtown hotels.

Sahara's Grosvenor House put on sale; may fetch Rs 5,000 cr

Sahara's Grosvenor House put on sale; may fetch Rs 5,000 cr

Rediff.com3 Mar 2015

It is one of the three marquee hotels owned by Sahara outside India.

Ratan Tata: A Corporate Titan Like None Other

Ratan Tata: A Corporate Titan Like None Other

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Ratan Tata was one of the world's most influential industrialists yet he never appeared on any list of billionaires. He controlled over 30 companies that operated in over 100 countries across six continents yet lived an unpretentious life. Ratan Naval Tata, who died at a Mumbai hospital on Wednesday night at the age of 86 years, enjoyed a perhaps unique status -- a corporate titan who was considered a 'secular living saint' with a reputation for decency and integrity.

Sahara asks US court to reject attachment plea for hotels

Sahara asks US court to reject attachment plea for hotels

Rediff.com12 Jul 2015

Company has submitted before the court that the plaintiff is attempting to attach property that falls outside of the jurisdiction of the court

Bridge the gap to your dream home

Bridge the gap to your dream home

Rediff.com5 Jan 2006

This loan comes in handy when you do not want to take a long-term home loan.

US court issues show-cause to Sahara in $350-mn lawsuit

US court issues show-cause to Sahara in $350-mn lawsuit

Rediff.com22 Jun 2015

A spokesperson said Sahara group is not into business with Trinity.

Sahara's fresh plea in SC for Subrato Roy's release

Sahara's fresh plea in SC for Subrato Roy's release

Rediff.com28 Nov 2014

Lawyers said that assets are being sold and the group is depositing the money with Sebi.

Sahara slams 'attempt' to lower price of its hotels

Sahara slams 'attempt' to lower price of its hotels

Rediff.com23 Aug 2016

Sahara group, whose chief Subrata Roy who was in jail for over two years in connection with a long-running dispute with markets regulator Sebi is now out on parole

US court rejects plea for attachment of Sahara hotels

US court rejects plea for attachment of Sahara hotels

Rediff.com16 Sep 2015

In a relief to Sahara, a US court has rejected a plea seeking to attach the Indian group's prized Plaza and Dream Downtown hotels.

California dreaming

California dreaming

Rediff.com6 Oct 2015

Silicon Valley is at the heart of the transformation of the global economy -- which has both winners and losers, writes Ajit Balakrishnan.

18 Hour Power Cuts In VIP Kashmir Seat

18 Hour Power Cuts In VIP Kashmir Seat

Rediff.com7 May 2024

'I have faced 18 hours of darkness daily all my life.'

Sahara payments: Spurned suitors might revive hotel offers

Sahara payments: Spurned suitors might revive hotel offers

Rediff.com13 Feb 2015

Suitors came with all-cash offers but were rebuffed

Agreement reached to sell luxury hotels: Sahara tells SC

Agreement reached to sell luxury hotels: Sahara tells SC

Rediff.com14 Aug 2014

Roy, who has been in jail for over five months, said that he cannot reveal the name of the party and the bank, saying that their confidentiality has to be protected till the deal is signed.

Portuguese fans sink into deep gloom from team's exit

Portuguese fans sink into deep gloom from team's exit

Rediff.com11 Dec 2022

Asked if the result could have been different if Ronaldo had played from the beginning of the game, Portuguese fan Filipa Ramires said "it wouldn't have mattered".

Sebi sets Sept 30 deadline to apply for Sahara refund

Sebi sets Sept 30 deadline to apply for Sahara refund

Rediff.com25 Aug 2014

Genuine investments identified so far is Rs.1.08 cr out of around Rs 24,000 cr.

What A Romantic Love Story!

What A Romantic Love Story!

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

'Being patient, kind, and supporting each other is the backbone of our love.'

Miss World 2018's dream journey in pics

Miss World 2018's dream journey in pics

Rediff.com10 Dec 2018

These pics prove that Miss World 2018 is a stunner (and a winner).

Sahara says will defend lawsuit on US hotels sale

Sahara says will defend lawsuit on US hotels sale

Rediff.com25 Jun 2015

This lawsuit will have no bearing on its fund-raising exercise as a deal is already in final stages

Sahara rejects $1.3-billion offer for 3 overseas hotels

Sahara rejects $1.3-billion offer for 3 overseas hotels

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

Sahara group has been engaged in a legal battle with Sebi for long over raising Rs 24,000 crore (Rs 240 billion) from investors.

Sahara averts foreclosure auction of US hotel properties

Sahara averts foreclosure auction of US hotel properties

Rediff.com27 Mar 2016

The company has been given time till June by mortgage holders Reuben Brothers

Sahara saga: Mirach says 3 hotels can fetch maximum $1.67 bn

Sahara saga: Mirach says 3 hotels can fetch maximum $1.67 bn

Rediff.com8 Feb 2015

Sahara says it got suspicious on February 1 about the purported letter showing Mirach having blocked sufficient funds with Bank of America.

Sahara seals Rs 5,500-cr debt deal for foreign hotels

Sahara seals Rs 5,500-cr debt deal for foreign hotels

Rediff.com7 Jun 2015

Grosvenor House hotel was put on sale by its lender Bank of China earlier this year after a 'technical default'

Subrata Roy urges SC to release him on parole to sell properties

Subrata Roy urges SC to release him on parole to sell properties

Rediff.com3 Jul 2014

Sahara Chief Subrata Roy, who has been in jail for the last four months, on Thursday pleaded before the Supreme Court to allow him parole for at least 40 days to sell his properties to raise Rs 10,000 crore to get bail and expressed his willingness to dispose of luxury hotels in New York and London.

Lalit Modi connection emerges in Sahara hotel deals

Lalit Modi connection emerges in Sahara hotel deals

Rediff.com18 Aug 2015

Former IPL chief shooed off potential buyers at the behest of Sushanto Roy, says broker

Sahara enters the fray for its own Grosvenor House hotel!

Sahara enters the fray for its own Grosvenor House hotel!

Rediff.com27 May 2015

Other bidders include Abu Dhabi Investment Authority.

Mirach calls off Sahara loan deal, returns fees

Mirach calls off Sahara loan deal, returns fees

Rediff.com11 Feb 2015

Mirach said it has remitted $2.625 million to the Sebi-Sahara Fund.

'I doubt if Sahara is serious about selling properties'

'I doubt if Sahara is serious about selling properties'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2014

Owners of Pune-based Serum Institute of India, the Poonawalla's have thrown the hat to acquire the iconic Grosvenor Hotel in UK from Sahara Group.

Subrata Roy urges SC to show 'mercy' by granting bail

Subrata Roy urges SC to show 'mercy' by granting bail

Rediff.com4 Jul 2014

The Supreme Court on Friday reserved its order on interim bail plea of Sahara Chief Subrata Roy who pleaded to the court to show 'raham' (mercy) and allow him to come out of jail to sell off his properties to deposit Rs 10,000 crore (Rs 100 billion) with SEBI as directed to get regular bail.

SC grants 15 days more to Sahara's Roy to sell hotels

SC grants 15 days more to Sahara's Roy to sell hotels

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

Senior advocate S Ganesh, appearing for Roy, submitted that it may not feasible for the group to dispose of its Indian properties as the real estate prices have crashed down since June this year.

How Mumbai is solving its traffic woes

How Mumbai is solving its traffic woes

Rediff.com18 Jul 2011

The Rs 72-crore World Bank-supported Area Traffic Control system is helping Mumbai cut down on commuting time.

Mirach fiasco: Sahara initiates legal action; eyes new deal

Mirach fiasco: Sahara initiates legal action; eyes new deal

Rediff.com12 Feb 2015

Sahara said it has initiated legal action against Mirach Capital.

Sahara says Mirach forged bank letter guaranteeing funds

Sahara says Mirach forged bank letter guaranteeing funds

Rediff.com5 Feb 2015

Sahara accuses Mirach Capital of cheating, forging bank letter.

Imprisoned by law, freed by canvas

Imprisoned by law, freed by canvas

Rediff.com1 Aug 2003

America remembers victims of 9/11

America remembers victims of 9/11

Rediff.com11 Sep 2009

President Barack Obama on Friday led Americans in remembering the 2,752 people, who perished in the world's deadliest terror strike by Al Qaeda eight years ago.