News for 'Royal Family'

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.

RCB official Sosale gets interim bail in stampede case

RCB official Sosale gets interim bail in stampede case

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's senior official Nikhil Sosale was arrested over the June 4 stampede in Bengaluru during RCB's IPL title triumph celebrations on June 4.

A Forgotten School Blooms Again In Meghalaya

A Forgotten School Blooms Again In Meghalaya

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

With no money or staff, here's how Batskhem Thabah, a teacher, transformed an abandoned village school in rainy Raibah into a lively place for learning.

At a loss for words: Kohli on stampede in Bengaluru

At a loss for words: Kohli on stampede in Bengaluru

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

'Absolutely gutted,' he posted on Instagram.

'Writing History Is Like Solving A Jigsaw Puzzle With A Third Of The Pieces Missing'

'Writing History Is Like Solving A Jigsaw Puzzle With A Third Of The Pieces Missing'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'When I undertook a study of temple desecration in precolonial India, it was not enough simply to document what temples were desecrated, by whom, when, and where.' 'It was also important to explore the total historical context of such incidents, with a view to discovering patterns, which in turn could reveal the reasons why they occurred.'

Pak authorities claim 7 killed in Indian drone attacks

Pak authorities claim 7 killed in Indian drone attacks

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Pakistani authorities on Monday claimed that seven people were killed and six others sustained serious injuries on Saturday in Indian drone attacks and firing in Gujrat city of Punjab province.

'He never used to take a direct flight, but...'

'He never used to take a direct flight, but...'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

A selfie taken by Dr Prateek Joshi onboard the flight, showing the smiling family, has gone viral, capturing their excitement for the journey ahead.

Anushka, Virat Light Up RCB Camp

Anushka, Virat Light Up RCB Camp

Rediff.com21 May 2025

Anushka and Virat were seen sharing a laugh and exchanging high-fives after winning a point together.

Opposition skips high tea as Hindi row looms over Maha session

Opposition skips high tea as Hindi row looms over Maha session

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Confirming the development, Leader of Opposition in the legislative council Ambadas Danve of the Shiv Sena-Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray said the boycott is a mark of protest against a "dishonest government".

When a slip threatened the Kohli-De Villiers friendship

When a slip threatened the Kohli-De Villiers friendship

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

In a rare moment of candour, de Villiers admitted that Kohli had ignored him for months last year, after what he calls a "blunder" involving the Indian cricketer's private life.

The Kiss Girl Hema Malini Took Panga With

The Kiss Girl Hema Malini Took Panga With

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

'Dharmendra was paying a little extra attention to me and she didn't like it.'

Sided with Mir Jafar to protect Hinduism: BJP's royal nominee

Sided with Mir Jafar to protect Hinduism: BJP's royal nominee

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

In an interview with PTI, Roy praised the Union government for implementing the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) rules, stating that it would benefit the refugee population, including the Matua community, who had fled neighbouring countries to escape religious persecution.

After Vaibhav's historic ton, dad thanks Dravid and Bihar cricket

After Vaibhav's historic ton, dad thanks Dravid and Bihar cricket

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

Royals invested in Suryavanshi's talent by spending Rs 1.10 crore at the mega auction last year, almost four times his base price of Rs 30 lakh.

MI's Rickelton finally understands key to success in IPL

MI's Rickelton finally understands key to success in IPL

Rediff.com2 May 2025

'It was a bit of a slow start. We're clicking nicely as a partnership together.'

RCB ready to cooperate with stampede inquiry

RCB ready to cooperate with stampede inquiry

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Will cooperate with govt and judicial authorities: RCB after stampede FIR against it

When Modi Met IPL Teen Prodigy

When Modi Met IPL Teen Prodigy

Rediff.com30 May 2025

'At Patna airport, met the young cricketing sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi and his family. His cricketing skills are being admired all over the nation! My best wishes to him for his future endeavours,' the prime minister tweeted.

Royal Enfield eyes Europe, US as debut markets for electric bike C6

Royal Enfield eyes Europe, US as debut markets for electric bike C6

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Royal Enfield is planning to introduce its electric bike initially in developed markets such as Europe and the US where it anticipates better traction for the premium product, a top company executive said on Tuesday. Royal Enfield, a division of Eicher Motors, forayed into electric bike space on Monday with the unveiling of its first model under the all-new Flying Flea brand.

BJP takes 'selfie' jibe at K'taka govt over B'luru stampede

BJP takes 'selfie' jibe at K'taka govt over B'luru stampede

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

As many as 11 people died and 33 injured following a stampede near the Chinnaswamy Cricket Stadium in Bengaluru, where a large number of people had thronged to participate in the RCB team's IPL victory celebrations on Wednesday.

This was a 'deadly' welcome for IPL champions: Kirmani

This was a 'deadly' welcome for IPL champions: Kirmani

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

'I suppose if RCB waited for 17 (18) years to become champions and organisers, whosoever it may be, could have waited for a while for things to settle down and then organise a show to felicitate these great heroes of RCB.'

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

'Arrest Kohli' Trending As RCB Legend Heads for London

'Arrest Kohli' Trending As RCB Legend Heads for London

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Arrest Kohli was the trending topic on social media on Friday with some netizens claiming that it was at his insistence that the RCB bus parade was held on Wednesday.

'Heartbroken': Smriti Mandhana reacts to Bengaluru stampede

'Heartbroken': Smriti Mandhana reacts to Bengaluru stampede

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

India's star batter Smriti Mandhana expressed her grief at the death of 11 people in a stampede on Wednesday near the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

'I'm Dying, But Don't Let Our Territory Fall To Enemy'

'I'm Dying, But Don't Let Our Territory Fall To Enemy'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

The Pakistanis were so fearful of Brigadier Mohammad Usman, the 'Lion of Naushera', that they announced a Rs 50,000 bounty on his head.

Indian-origin college student from US dies in Bahamas

Indian-origin college student from US dies in Bahamas

Rediff.com14 May 2025

An Indian-origin college student from the US died in the Bahamas after accidentally falling from a hotel balcony just days before he was set to graduate.

Modi hails Rajputs, meets Jamnagar royal amid Kshatriya stir against Rupala

Modi hails Rajputs, meets Jamnagar royal amid Kshatriya stir against Rupala

Rediff.com2 May 2024

Ahead of his poll rally in Jamnagar on Thursday evening, Modi met Jam Saheb Shatrusalyasinhji at his residence in the city.

Itachuna: Regal, Rich, And A Bit Spooky

Itachuna: Regal, Rich, And A Bit Spooky

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

Rajbaris are a link to Bengal's rich past, of grand mansions, classical fine dining, and allow guests to be pretend zamindars for those few hours or days that they stay.

Ruling party should not be blamed for stampede: BCCI VP Shukla

Ruling party should not be blamed for stampede: BCCI VP Shukla

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

'It should not be politicised. If this happens in a BJP-ruled state, we should not blame them.'

Gavaskar's plea: 'End fighting, live in peace!'

Gavaskar's plea: 'End fighting, live in peace!'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Batting great Sunil Gavaskar expressed solidarity with the families of those killed in the terrorist attack in Pahalgam.

Deadlock ends as Mewar heir Vishvaraj Singh completes mourning rituals

Deadlock ends as Mewar heir Vishvaraj Singh completes mourning rituals

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

Vishvaraj Singh Mewar, the newly anointed titular head of the erstwhile Royal family of Mewar, visited the Eklingnathji temple and Udaipur City Palace to complete his father's mourning rituals. The visit to the city palace was met with a deadlock as the property is under the control of his uncle Arvind Singh Mewar, who warned of legal action on trespass. However, after a consensus was reached, Vishvaraj Singh and four others were allowed to enter the palace premises for darshan. The visit comes after violent clashes in the city following the coronation ceremony of Vishvaraj Singh in Chittorgarh fort.

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

'Kohli is at his happiest now'

'Kohli is at his happiest now'

Rediff.com23 May 2025

RCB batting coach Karthik, who has shared the same dressing room with Kohli and has been with him since the announcement of the surprising decision, revealed the 36-year-old is enjoying the sport.

Why Preity Zinta's Final Loss Hurts

Why Preity Zinta's Final Loss Hurts

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Preity Zinta, like Punjab Kings, is a fighter. Her disappointment today only adds to the fire for tomorrow. The tears she held back will likely fuel next season's charge. Because if there's one thing the IPL has taught us, it's that passion like hers doesn't fade. It only comes back louder.

RCB, KSCA, event management firm booked over Bengaluru stampede

RCB, KSCA, event management firm booked over Bengaluru stampede

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Following a complaint by a police inspector, the case was registered at Cubbon Park station, they said.

Diplomacy, Royalty, Humanity On OTT

Diplomacy, Royalty, Humanity On OTT

Rediff.com9 May 2025

There's room for all kinds on OTT this week, as Sukanya Verma tells us.

Receiver appointed amid Udaipur Palace entry dispute

Receiver appointed amid Udaipur Palace entry dispute

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

The district administration has appointed a receiver to oversee a controversial portion of City Palace in Udaipur following tension over Vishvaraj Singh, the new ceremonial head of the erstwhile royal family, being denied entry.

'If Virat Knew, He'd Have Walked Out'

'If Virat Knew, He'd Have Walked Out'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

'Virat and the players likely found out much later, by which point they had no say in what was happening.'

IPL suspension a blessing in disguise for Patidar!

IPL suspension a blessing in disguise for Patidar!

Rediff.com11 May 2025

IPL 2025: RCB skipper Rajat Patidar recovering from finger injury

LS polls: Mysuru 'King' Yaduveer, 31, enters political arena with BJP ticket

LS polls: Mysuru 'King' Yaduveer, 31, enters political arena with BJP ticket

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

The 31-year-old US-educated Yaduveer was crowned as the titular head of the erstwhile Mysuru royal family on May 28, 2015, making him the 27th 'King' of the Wadiyar dynasty.

RCB stampede: KSCA officials resign; state govt orders CID probe

RCB stampede: KSCA officials resign; state govt orders CID probe

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

According to ESPNCricinfo, the resignation has been submitted to the president of the Board, Raghuram Bhat.

'I Don't Believe Guru Dutt's Death Was Suicide'

'I Don't Believe Guru Dutt's Death Was Suicide'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

'Abrar uncle said he had started drinking from the afternoon on that fateful day. And he continued drinking till late at night.' 'Thereafter, he must have consumed some sleeping pills, as was his habit.' 'I think that combination went fatally wrong.'