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A 2-bedroom flat in Hindujas' The OWO costs 5.8 mn!

A 2-bedroom flat in Hindujas' The OWO costs 5.8 mn!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2021

A mere two-bedroom apartment - albeit quite spacious, covering 3,000 square (sq.) feet (ft) - will set you back 5.8 million. That's the asking price from the Indian-owned Hinduja Group, if you desire a nest in London Whitehall's iconic Old War Office (OWO). Its 1,100 rooms are now being converted into 85 residences and a first-ever hotel to be operated in Britain by Singapore's legendary Raffles Hotels chain. Gopichand Hinduja, co-chair of the conglomerate, said: "Every decision made on The OWO (as the building is fondly called) is underscored by our passion and respect for the heritage of the building and long-term commitment to London."

IPL 2022: CSK face-off with Kolkata Knight Riders in opener

IPL 2022: CSK face-off with Kolkata Knight Riders in opener

Rediff.com6 Mar 2022

Both the new teams Gujarat Titans and the Lucknow Super Giants play their first match, against each other, at the Wankhede on March 28.

Mumbai Indians have usually been slow starters: Zaheer

Mumbai Indians have usually been slow starters: Zaheer

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

Mumbai Indians' director of cricket Zaheer Khan on Friday admitted that the five-time champions are slow starters but said it is important to keep the mood of the side upbeat in a long tournament like the IPL.

IPL PIX: Hazlewood shines as RCB down Lucknow

IPL PIX: Hazlewood shines as RCB down Lucknow

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

IMAGES from the IPL 2022 game between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Lucknow Super Giants in Navi Mumbai on Tuesday.

How Dhoni's pep talk spurred Conway to success in IPL 2022

How Dhoni's pep talk spurred Conway to success in IPL 2022

Rediff.com9 May 2022

Chennai Super Kings batter Devon Conway said skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni's advice on handling spinners helped him score his third straight half-century in IPL 2022 as they thumped Delhi Capitals by 91 runs on Sunday.

Injured Sundar likely to miss SRH's next two matches

Injured Sundar likely to miss SRH's next two matches

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

All-rounder Washington Sundar is likely to miss at least the next two IPL matches for Sunrisers Hyderabad after suffering split webbing in his bowling hand, head coach Tom Moody said.

'Arc de Triomphe reminded us of India Gate'

'Arc de Triomphe reminded us of India Gate'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

The ceremonial arch, inaugurated in July 1836, in a rather austere ceremony, stands proudly at the centre of Place Charles de Gaulle with 12 grand avenues radiating outward from the commemorative landmark.

What has gone wrong for RCB in WPL 2023

What has gone wrong for RCB in WPL 2023

Rediff.com14 Mar 2023

Royal Challengers Bangalore remained rooted at the bottom after five straight defeats in WPL 2023.

Hardik is delivering the best so far, says Rashid Khan

Hardik is delivering the best so far, says Rashid Khan

Rediff.com15 Apr 2022

Hardik Pandya is leading from the front with inspirational performances and going out of his way to create a happy team environment. That's been the key in Gujarat Titans' excellent start to IPL 2022, says spinner Rashid Khan.

INS Viraat to be dismantled in Gujarat and sold as scrap

INS Viraat to be dismantled in Gujarat and sold as scrap

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

In 2014, INS Vikrant was dismantled in Mumbai.

Harmanpreet's response to short boundaries in WPL

Harmanpreet's response to short boundaries in WPL

Rediff.com25 Mar 2023

At one stage, New Zealand and Royal Challengers Bangalore all-rounder Sophie Devine even made a plea for pushing back the boundary limits.

Mediocre Hyderabad must rise and shine against Lucknow

Mediocre Hyderabad must rise and shine against Lucknow

Rediff.com3 Apr 2022

Sunrisers Hyderabad need a complete, all-round performance against Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL match on Monday to register their first win of the season.

DC-PBKS: Top Performer: Lord Thakur Comes Good

DC-PBKS: Top Performer: Lord Thakur Comes Good

Rediff.com17 May 2022

Medium pace all-rounder Thakur, popularly known as 'Lord Thakur' on social media, was bought by the Delhi Capitals for Rs 10.75 crore (Rs 107.5 million), but had struggled to make an impact with the ball so far. He made it count right when it mattered in a must-win game.

After 18 days, all 12 boys, coach rescued from Thai cave

After 18 days, all 12 boys, coach rescued from Thai cave

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

8 Thai boys were brought out of the over the first two days.

IPL 2022 is one of happiest IPL seasons for Ashwin

IPL 2022 is one of "happiest IPL seasons" for Ashwin

Rediff.com24 May 2022

Ashwin is relishing one of his "happiest IPL seasons" even though he finished the league phase with 11 wickets and 183 runs IMAGE:

Turning Point: Ashwin's, Chahal's Spin

Turning Point: Ashwin's, Chahal's Spin

Rediff.com3 Apr 2022

Ashwin got rid of Tilak, Yuzi got David and Sams, and Pollard couldn't get going.

Asian Rowing: Arjun Lal-Ravi win gold; Parminder bags silver

Asian Rowing: Arjun Lal-Ravi win gold; Parminder bags silver

Rediff.com11 Dec 2021

Tokyo Olympian Arjun and his partner Ravi completed the race in 6:57.883s while the Chinese duo clocked 7:02.374s. The Uzbeks finished with a timing of 7:07.734s.

IPL curators, groundsmen rewarded Rs 1.25 crore

IPL curators, groundsmen rewarded Rs 1.25 crore

Rediff.com30 May 2022

For the first time, the BCCI is giving hefty incentives to groundsmen.

De Kock's Family Celebrate His 140

De Kock's Family Celebrate His 140

Rediff.com19 May 2022

In the LSG players's stand, Sasha Hurly raised their daughter Kiara, all of five months old, to see her dad make history.

Top Performer: Wanindu Hasaranga

Top Performer: Wanindu Hasaranga

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

The RCB leg-spinner snapped four wickets as Kolkata Knight Riders were bowled out for 128.

Sean Connery, first James Bond, passes away

Sean Connery, first James Bond, passes away

Rediff.com31 Oct 2020

In the career spanning half a century, the actor featured in many critically-acclaimed and commercial blockbusters such as The Hunt for Red October, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, Murder on the Orient Express and The Rock.

Harry but no Meghan at funeral for Britain's Prince Philip

Harry but no Meghan at funeral for Britain's Prince Philip

Rediff.com11 Apr 2021

The Duchess of Sussex who is due to give birth to the couple's second child, a girl, in early summer will stay home in California on her doctor's advice

Okay, so India can build economical warships

Okay, so India can build economical warships

Rediff.com21 Apr 2015

The most remarkable feature of these warships is that, tonne-for-tonne, they are not only one of the world's most heavily armed but also one of the cheapest.

Top Performers: Dube and Uthappa

Top Performers: Dube and Uthappa

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

What this game against the Royal Challengers Bangalore produced was an all-round team performance of epic proportions spearheaded by some of the most iconic individual performances this season.

'He is a high-quality player'

'He is a high-quality player'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

'The senior players made me feel very comfortable. It was my debut, but it didn't feel like I was playing for the first time.'

We might see Kohli from 2016 in IPL 2022: Gavaskar

We might see Kohli from 2016 in IPL 2022: Gavaskar

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

With the change in leadership at Royal Challengers Bangalore, IPL 2022 might get to see the Virat Kohli from the 2016 season when he amassed over 900 runs, reckons former India captain Sunil Gavaskar.

Smriti Mandhana's Journey To 3.4 Crore

Smriti Mandhana's Journey To 3.4 Crore

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

Smriti Mandhana isn't actually known to be the most prolific T20 player -- her career T20 International average of 27.32 is middling at best. There have been failures too, but her ability to analyse and assess them honestly is a rarity in modern sport.

IPL 2022: All The Numbers You Want

IPL 2022: All The Numbers You Want

Rediff.com31 May 2022

Debutants Gujarat Titans capped a fairytale season by beating inaugural champions Rajasthan Royals by seven wickets to win the IPL title in their first season in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

India's Gorgeous Australian Guests

India's Gorgeous Australian Guests

Rediff.com9 Mar 2022

Every week, we bring you fascinating videos, chosen by you, through your likes.

Turning Point: Tim David's Cameo

Turning Point: Tim David's Cameo

Rediff.com1 May 2022

Watching the winning runs at the non-striker's end was David, the unsung hero of the game, who finished unbeaten with 20 off 9 balls, a vital contribution in the context of the win.

10 stunning shots by British Army's best lensmen

10 stunning shots by British Army's best lensmen

Rediff.com29 Oct 2015

Sergeant Rupert Frere, who transferred from a role in bomb disposal to become a photographer in the Royal Logistic Corps, won no fewer than five of the professional categories.

Watch out for this KKR star batter in next few IPLs

Watch out for this KKR star batter in next few IPLs

Rediff.com19 May 2022

Kolkata Knight Riders' head coach Brendon McCullum says young batter Rinku Singh has been their find of IPL 2022 and the franchise will invest in him in the coming years.

Hope to convert INS Viraat into museum fading

Hope to convert INS Viraat into museum fading

Rediff.com25 Oct 2020

A private company, which showed interest in converting Viraat into a museum, is yet to get a NOC for the project from the MoD.

Defence equipment: To lease or not to lease?

Defence equipment: To lease or not to lease?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

Admiral describes it as 'a path-breaking change'; defence ministry official disagrees.

Captain Rahul wants Lucknow's batters to play 'risk free' cricket

Captain Rahul wants Lucknow's batters to play 'risk free' cricket

Rediff.com5 Apr 2022

Lucknow Super Giants captain KL Rahul wants his batters to put pressure on the opposition by playing aggressive but risk-free cricket.

IPL 2022: Can battered CSK rediscover old magic vs RCB?

IPL 2022: Can battered CSK rediscover old magic vs RCB?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2022

Defending champions Chennai Super Kings would need to lift themselves after a nightmarish start to the season as they target their first win of IPL 2022 when they take on a high-flying Royal Challengers Bangalore on Tuesday.

IPL PHOTOS: Avesh powers Lucknow to victory vs SRH

IPL PHOTOS: Avesh powers Lucknow to victory vs SRH

Rediff.com5 Apr 2022

Avesh Khan excelled with the ball to lift Lucknow Super Giants to a thrilling 12-run victory against Sunrisers Hyderabad in their IPL 2022 match at the DY Patil stadium in Navi Mumbai on Monday.

LSG captain Rahul unhappy with bowlers

LSG captain Rahul unhappy with bowlers

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

RCB captain Du Plessis smashed a 64-ball 96 to take his side to 181 for 6. RCB then restricted LSG to 163 for 8 to win the match at the DY Patil Stadium here on Tuesday night.

IPL 2022: KKR face stern Gujarat Titans test

IPL 2022: KKR face stern Gujarat Titans test

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

Gujarat Titans have been firing on all cylinders, with their batting prowess and bowling might.

IPL PHOTOS: DC beat Punjab to inch closer to play-offs

IPL PHOTOS: DC beat Punjab to inch closer to play-offs

Rediff.com17 May 2022

IMAGES from the IPL match played between Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings in Navi Mumbai on Monday.