News for 'Kolkata and Mumbai'

ATF price hiked by steep 7.5%, commercial LPG rate cut by Rs 58.5

ATF price hiked by steep 7.5%, commercial LPG rate cut by Rs 58.5

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

The price of jet fuel (ATF) was sharply increased by 7.5 per cent on Tuesday, while the cost of LPG used in commercial establishments was reduced by Rs 58.50 per cylinder, reflecting shifts in international benchmark rates. After three rounds of price cuts, aviation turbine fuel (ATF) price was increased by Rs 6,271.5 per kilolitre, or 7.5 per cent, to Rs 89,344.05 per kl in the national capital - home to one of the busiest airports in the country, according to state-owned fuel retailers.

'Saiyaara Is Striking A Chord With Gen Z'

'Saiyaara Is Striking A Chord With Gen Z'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

'Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda have captured the relevance to and imagination of Gen Z and millennial viewers.'

Vietnam's VinFast opens eSUV bookings on Tesla's big day

Vietnam's VinFast opens eSUV bookings on Tesla's big day

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

VF 7 and VF 6, as the models are called, will go on sale in August after the inauguration of VinFast's plant in Thoothukudi in Tamil Nadu, and deliveries will follow later.

PIX: SKY high! Surya completes a century at MI

PIX: SKY high! Surya completes a century at MI

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

It's a special century for MI man Suryakumar Yadav.

Rahane 'shocked' by Rohit's retirement from Tests

Rahane 'shocked' by Rohit's retirement from Tests

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Caught in the heat of his IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders's must-win match against Chennai Super Kings in Kolkata on Wednesday, Rahane was unaware of Rohit's retirement from Test cricket on the same day.

No major issues in Air India's Boeing 787 fleet post-crash: DGCA

No major issues in Air India's Boeing 787 fleet post-crash: DGCA

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Amid mounting safety concerns and the cancellation of at least 66 flights that were to be operated with Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, DGCA officials held a detailed review meeting with top Air India and Air India Express executives.

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai pile misery on Meghalaya

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai pile misery on Meghalaya

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

A summary of Friday's action in the Ranji Trophy matches across the country.

Juhi, Southgate Bring Star Power to Eden Gardens

Juhi, Southgate Bring Star Power to Eden Gardens

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Juhi Chawla added star power to the stands at Eden Gardens on May 4, passionately cheering for her team

SEE: When Digvesh Rathi met his idol Sunil Narine

SEE: When Digvesh Rathi met his idol Sunil Narine

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Rishabh Pant introduced Rathi to Narine and told the Windies legend: 'Everyday he talks about you.'

Can These 15 Win The Asia Cup?

Can These 15 Win The Asia Cup?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Shubman Gill and Jasprit Bumrah returned to India's T20 squad for next month's Asia Cup, but IPL star performers Shreyas Iyer and Yashasvi Jaiswal missed out.

Gujarat Titans, RCB, Punjab Kings qualify for IPL play-offs

Gujarat Titans, RCB, Punjab Kings qualify for IPL play-offs

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Delhi Capitals are still in the race for the play-off along with Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants.

Preity, Ponting, Ness, Burman Rejoice!

Preity, Ponting, Ness, Burman Rejoice!

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Punjab Kings' players and owners were ecstatic as Captain Shreyas Iyer's match-winning powered them to victory against the Mumbai Indians.

Are Delhi Capitals Crumbling at the Worst Time?

Are Delhi Capitals Crumbling at the Worst Time?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

It's now or never for DC. If they don't find their mojo soon, they could be left watching the playoffs from the sidelines.

Crimes against women should be...: Modi amid Kolkata rape case

Crimes against women should be...: Modi amid Kolkata rape case

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

The fear of punishment must be struck among the perpetrators, he said. "Those who commit such sins should know that they will be hanged."

Festive Hiring To Generate 2 Lakh Jobs

Festive Hiring To Generate 2 Lakh Jobs

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Hiring activity has gained momentum in anticipation of upcoming festivals like Raksha Bandhan, Dussehra, Diwali, seasonal sales and the wedding season.

'If you were not ready..' Gambhir slams RCB's road show

'If you were not ready..' Gambhir slams RCB's road show

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

I was never a believer in road shows, lives of people far more important: Gautam Gambhir

ISL: Mumbai make miraculous comeback against Mohun Bagan in opener

ISL: Mumbai make miraculous comeback against Mohun Bagan in opener

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Despite Mohun Bagan's late penalty shout for handball and captain Subhasish Bose receiving a yellow card, Mumbai City's comeback was complete with a dramatic draw.

Struggling MI hope for turnaround vs KKR at home

Struggling MI hope for turnaround vs KKR at home

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

Having got off to a start so typical of themselves in the Indian Premier League, Mumbai Indians will hope for a quick turnaround when they take on defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders in Mumbai on Monday.

Furniture Gets a Fashion Upgrade

Furniture Gets a Fashion Upgrade

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Fine furniture is now about soul, not just status, whether it's a bar cabinet with elaborate French marquetry or a delicately curved Italian leather sofa.

SRK to celebrate KKR's IPL win in Kolkata, Mumbai, Delhi, London, Paris...

SRK to celebrate KKR's IPL win in Kolkata, Mumbai, Delhi, London, Paris...

Rediff.com2 Jun 2014

Memories of the 2012 grand felicitation of Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata are set to be relived, with the West Bengal government and Cricket Association of Bengal having planned a similar programme at the same venue on Tuesday morning.

What's Shahid Kapoor Doing At Wankhede?

What's Shahid Kapoor Doing At Wankhede?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Bollywood star Shahid Kapoor and his wife Mira Rajput were spotted at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai, enjoying the IPL clash between the Mumbai Indians and the Kolkata Knight Riders on Monday, March 31, 2025.

Zaheer To Quit Mumbai Indians? Headed To?

Zaheer To Quit Mumbai Indians? Headed To?

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Zaheer Khan is set to leave Mumbai Indians to take up the role of mentor at Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2025.

SKY joins India's 8,000-run T20 club

SKY joins India's 8,000-run T20 club

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Suryakumar Yadav etched his name in the record books, becoming only the fifth Indian batter to surpass 8,000 runs in T20 cricket with a scintillating display in the Indian Premier League.

Cab Wars Heat Up at Airports Post BluSmart Exit

Cab Wars Heat Up at Airports Post BluSmart Exit

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Uber recorded approximately 200 per cent year-on-year growth in its pre-scheduled ride option, Uber Reserve.

Can KKR enter play-offs? We can still qualify: Rahane

Can KKR enter play-offs? We can still qualify: Rahane

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders are on the brink of elimination from the Indian Premier League after losing to Chennai Super Kings on Wednesday, but captain Ajinkya Rahane remains hopeful.

Why Affordable Housing Will Remain Muted Despite Rate Cut

Why Affordable Housing Will Remain Muted Despite Rate Cut

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

While demand for sub Rs 50-lakh affordable housing prevails, market players cite increased land rates, escalated construction costs and low margins as key prohibiting factors.

Cheeka slams CSK: 'Why not try Prithvi Shaw?'

Cheeka slams CSK: 'Why not try Prithvi Shaw?'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

Former India captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth launched a scathing tirade on struggling Chennai Super Kings following their fifth consecutive defeat in the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League.

Can Kohli end RCB's IPL title drought?

Can Kohli end RCB's IPL title drought?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Virat Kohli has been with RCB since the inaugural edition of the IPL in 2008, including nine seasons as captain of a franchise that made the finals in 2009, 2011 and 2016 but lost every time.

'All India Radio Is No Underdog'

'All India Radio Is No Underdog'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

'The largest listenership for Vividh Bharati outside the country is in Spain.' 'The labourers who go there for the tomato-picking season feel cut off from their country and listen to Vividh Bharati to overcome their loneliness.'

Was Guru Dutt's Death Suicide Or...

Was Guru Dutt's Death Suicide Or...

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Guru Dutt took an overdose of pills twice, once even swallowing opium, calling out for Geeta Dutt even when he was not fully conscious. One suicide attempt, according to sister Lalita Lajmi, was definitely deliberate with Guru Dutt leaving a letter for brother Atma Ram asking him to take care of the production company, his wife and the kids. But she always wondered if the third attempt was actually suicide since there were no calls and no letters.

RCB make IPL history: First to win every away game!

RCB make IPL history: First to win every away game!

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru accomplished an unprecedented milestone with victory over Lucknow Super Giants on Tuesday, winning all seven away matches this IPL season. They are the first-ever team to brag an unbeaten away record in a season that follows the home-and-away format.

Buttler, Coetzee set to join GT; Russell, Narine to link with KKR in Bengaluru

Buttler, Coetzee set to join GT; Russell, Narine to link with KKR in Bengaluru

Rediff.com13 May 2025

GT's other overseas players, including Rashid Khan, Sherfane Rutherford, Kagiso Rabada and Karim Janat, stayed with the rest of the squad in India.

'It was yorkers that worked' for Shardul against MI

'It was yorkers that worked' for Shardul against MI

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

The 33-year-old proved his worth in the penultimate over as MI chased 203 and conceded just seven runs against hard-hitting batters Hardik Pandya and Tilak Varma.

'Gill Will Learn As Captain'

'Gill Will Learn As Captain'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

'Nobody comes as a complete captain.'

In Numbers: Punjab Kings' Record-Breaking Night!

In Numbers: Punjab Kings' Record-Breaking Night!

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Punjab Kings set a new IPL record for the lowest total ever successfully defended -- 111.

Gross office space leasing soars 5% in Q2 of 2025: Cushman & Wakefield

Gross office space leasing soars 5% in Q2 of 2025: Cushman & Wakefield

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Fuelled by the global capability centre (GCC) boom, gross leasing of office space across top eight cities soared 5 per cent to touch 21.4 million square feet (msf) in the second quarter of calendar year 2025, according to Cushman & Wakefield's Q2 India Office Market report.

What Really Went Wrong for Delhi Capitals?

What Really Went Wrong for Delhi Capitals?

Rediff.com22 May 2025

DC's downfall was marked by unstable opening partnerships, inconsistent middle-order performances, and poor execution in pressure moments-both with bat and ball.

Usha Uthup, There's No One Like You!

Usha Uthup, There's No One Like You!

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

The glorious singer is simply sensational at 77 and we just love her!

Will Bumrah play in IPL 2025? Here's what coach said..

Will Bumrah play in IPL 2025? Here's what coach said..

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene on Friday said star pacer Jasprit Bumrah was still recuperating from a back injury and that the team was waiting for him to be cleared by the National Cricket Academy (NCA).

We haven't achieved anything yet: Ponting warns Punjab Kings

We haven't achieved anything yet: Ponting warns Punjab Kings

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Punjab Kings coach Ricky Ponting told his players not to lose focus as they "haven't achieved anything yet".