News for 'Treasures of India'

Ram temple trust received around Rs 100 cr donation

Ram temple trust received around Rs 100 cr donation

Rediff.com17 Jan 2021

The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra trust is conducting a mass contact and contribution campaign for the construction of the grand temple in Ayodhya which began on January 15 and will go on till February 27.

IPL teams to start training from March 14 or 15

IPL teams to start training from March 14 or 15

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

The IPL teams will start training in Mumbai from March 14 or 15 onwards for which five practice venues have been identified.

DMK vows to dislodge AIADMK from power, make Stalin CM

DMK vows to dislodge AIADMK from power, make Stalin CM

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

The party unanimously elected veteran Duraimurugan as general secretary and senior leader T R Baalu as treasurer. Former Telecom Minister A Raja and seasoned party leader K Ponmudi were elected as deputy general secretaries.

ICA elections: Former players Azad and Gaekwad set for battle

ICA elections: Former players Azad and Gaekwad set for battle

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

The main fight during the three-day Indian Cricketers' Association election will be between former cricketers Kirti Azad and Anshuman Gaekwad to become the male representative nominee to the BCCI Apex Council.

The enduring lure of India

The enduring lure of India

Rediff.com1 Jun 2005

#MeToo probe: Panel summons BCCI president, secretary for deposition

#MeToo probe: Panel summons BCCI president, secretary for deposition

Rediff.com11 Nov 2018

The three-member probe panel has summoned acting the Board of Control for Cricket in India president CK Khanna and acting secretary Amitabh Choudhary to join treasurer Anirudh Chaudhry for deposition in the alleged sexual harassment case against CEO Rahul Johri.

BCCI awaits government's decision before taking a call on IPL

BCCI awaits government's decision before taking a call on IPL

Rediff.com12 Apr 2020

IPL was scheduled to commence on March 29, however, the threat of coronavirus forced the postponement of the league until April 15.

Eden Gardens may host fourth India-Sri Lanka ODI

Eden Gardens may host fourth India-Sri Lanka ODI

Rediff.com21 Oct 2014

It's not official yet, but Eden Gardens is in line to host the fourth one-dayer on November 13 in the upcoming stop gap five-match ODI series against Sri Lanka.

IPL will only be staged abroad as a last resort: BCCI

IPL will only be staged abroad as a last resort: BCCI

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

The Board of Control for Cricket in India will only consider staging the Indian Premier League (IPL) abroad as a last resort if there is no other way to salvage the lucrative limited-overs tournament this year, a top BCCI official said. The annual tournament was originally scheduled to begin on March 29 but was postponed indefinitely due to COVID-19. India's death toll from the pandemic surpassed 20,000 on Tuesday.

Sports Shorts: Boxers continue to shine at Asian Junior Boxing

Sports Shorts: Boxers continue to shine at Asian Junior Boxing

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

Sanjay Mishra to become new BAI general secretary

Lalit Modi Was Born To Take Risks

Lalit Modi Was Born To Take Risks

Rediff.com30 Jul 2022

The IPL, which was perhaps the biggest gamble of his life, turned out to be the biggest success story ever, making Lalit Modi a cult in the echelons of global sport.

Unwanted controversy surfaces again in women's coach selection

Unwanted controversy surfaces again in women's coach selection

Rediff.com20 Dec 2018

Chaudhry said the BCCI cannot approve an appointment in the current situation.

10 UNUSUAL holiday destinations in India

10 UNUSUAL holiday destinations in India

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

Forget Munnar and Manali, these places in India are worth your time.

'Taking Panditji's photos is the most unforgettable memory'

'Taking Panditji's photos is the most unforgettable memory'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

'When I realised that I was to take the pictures of Pandit Nehru, I was very nervous and scared.'

India promises 'no favour, no fear' business regime

India promises 'no favour, no fear' business regime

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

Promising to make doing business more attractive, Union Minister Piyush Goyal has assured investors that they can work in India without fear or favour.

PIX: Ganguly files nomination papers ahead of BCCI polls

PIX: Ganguly files nomination papers ahead of BCCI polls

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

BCCI office-bearers are expected to be elected unopposed.

BCCI set to launch vaccination drive for cricketers

BCCI set to launch vaccination drive for cricketers

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

'We are working on having the IPL in India and we are hopeful that we would be able to organise it'

All in family: Srinivasan's daughter Rupa set to become TNCA president

All in family: Srinivasan's daughter Rupa set to become TNCA president

Rediff.com22 Sep 2019

It is highly unlikely that Srinivasan's daughter will face any opposition with the last date for filing nomination being September 24.

CWC to meet on Sunday to discuss poll debacle

CWC to meet on Sunday to discuss poll debacle

Rediff.com12 Mar 2022

The Congress Working Committee will meet on Sunday to discuss the outcome of the assembly elections in five states where the party received a drubbing, sources said.

No pay-cut for players as of now: BCCI

No pay-cut for players as of now: BCCI

Rediff.com15 May 2020

The BCCI will cut down the expenses of its employees, as one of the measures, to overcome the revenue loss.

Garland LPG cylinders, ring bells: Cong campaign against price rise

Garland LPG cylinders, ring bells: Cong campaign against price rise

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

The Congresshas announced a three-phased campaign, "Mehngai-mukt Bharat Abhiyaan".

'I wish I hadn't given Kumble the 10 wicket ball'

'I wish I hadn't given Kumble the 10 wicket ball'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

'He was a very fierce competitor. 'I got to learn a lot from him in terms of his discipline, focus and his routines, like how one has to prepare for the game.'

In Ahmed Patel, Cong loses its key strategist, troubleshooter

In Ahmed Patel, Cong loses its key strategist, troubleshooter

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

The 71-year-old remained Sonia Gandhi's most trusted lieutenant for most of her tenure as the longest serving Congress president, standing by her side through sun and shade.

Cricket Buzz: Ready for IPL-style women's T20?

Cricket Buzz: Ready for IPL-style women's T20?

Rediff.com12 May 2018

Top Indian and foreign players for one-off women's T20

This Diwali, BLING IT ON like Bollywood

This Diwali, BLING IT ON like Bollywood

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

Sukanya Verma looks at Bollywood's extravagant bling fetish.

When Lataji Stunned Noorjehan

When Lataji Stunned Noorjehan

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

Was this indeed the Lata who had started out with her, as a child star, in Badi Maa (1945)? Raju Bharatan recalls yet another memorable incident from Lata Mangeshkar's incredible life.

Calpers rules out investing in India

Calpers rules out investing in India

Rediff.com19 Feb 2003

Calpers, the largest US pension fund, on Tuesday ruled out investing in some of the world's largest countries, including China, India, Indonesia and Russia, and decided against returning to Malaysia and Thailand.

India to stay on high growth path for 10-20 years

India to stay on high growth path for 10-20 years

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

"People in India are benefiting from the whole process of liberalisation," Finance Minister Arun Jailtey said.

India's IT sector to touch $87 billion by 2008

India's IT sector to touch $87 billion by 2008

Rediff.com1 Dec 2005

India has the world's largest treasure-trove of skilled manpower and is on the way to become a global IT powerhouse.

BCCI wants quick decision on fate of T20 World Cup in Australia

BCCI wants quick decision on fate of T20 World Cup in Australia

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

Uncertainty surrounding this year's Twenty20 World Cup in Australia due to the COVID-19 pandemic has created a scheduling headache and a decision should be made as quickly as possible, a top BCCI official said. Cricket Australia chief Kevin Roberts has said the tournament's October-November schedule is under "very high risk" and the International Cricket Council is set to discuss contingency plans at its board meeting on Wednesday.

Thank you for the memories, Irrfan!

Thank you for the memories, Irrfan!

Rediff.com29 Apr 2021

We are all blessed that Irrfan Khan has left us a treasure trove of his remarkable films. The characters he played were real, believable. We recognised them and they have stayed with us. And so a fan I like to believe Irrfan Khan did not die, says Aseem Chhabra, the actor's biographer on Irrfan's first death anniversary.

'What is ICC without BCCI?'

'What is ICC without BCCI?'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2019

New BCCI Treasurer Arun Dhumal spoke about his immediate priorities, which include increasing the Board's revenue despite the fact that the BCCI remains the richest body in international cricket.

The 'Indiana Jones' who is returning our past to India

The 'Indiana Jones' who is returning our past to India

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

A group of concerned individuals as the India Pride Project and the support of one man dubbed America's Indiana Jones has resulted in the return of India's heritage back to the country, says Vijay Kumar.

Meet the new DDCA boss

Meet the new DDCA boss

Rediff.com2 Jul 2018

Rajat Sharma beat Madan Lal by 517 votes to become the new president of Delhi and Districts Cricket Association.

Kolkata to host India's Davis Cup tie

Kolkata to host India's Davis Cup tie

Rediff.com13 Feb 2003

The April 4-6 match will be held at the lush green grass courts of the Calcutta South Club.

BCCI plans amending constitution to benefit Ganguly

BCCI plans amending constitution to benefit Ganguly

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

The BCCI wants that the president and secretary be allowed to serve two consecutive terms

Vijay Patil elected Mumbai CA chief; Azhar to represent Hyderabad

Vijay Patil elected Mumbai CA chief; Azhar to represent Hyderabad

Rediff.com4 Oct 2019

Vaibhav Gehlot, son of Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, was elected president of the Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA) as his panel swept all six posts in a tension-ridden election of the state body.

CAB Elections: Sourav Ganguly set to be re-elected unopposed

CAB Elections: Sourav Ganguly set to be re-elected unopposed

Rediff.com21 Sep 2019

The CAB will hold its 85th Annual General Meeting on September 28, as per Committee of Administrators' (CoA) diktat.

Want to know Saif's secrets? Wait until next year!*

Want to know Saif's secrets? Wait until next year!*

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

Saif Ali Khan will open up about 'family, home, successes and failures' in an autobiography that is slated to hit the shelves in October, 2021, publisher HarperCollins India announced.