News for 'carnival'

From Alps To Underwater Vows, Weddings Turn Extravagant & Unique

From Alps To Underwater Vows, Weddings Turn Extravagant & Unique

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

There's clearly no limit to how dramatic a wedding can be.

Kohli's revelation on why IPL is everyone's favourite cricket carnival

Kohli's revelation on why IPL is everyone's favourite cricket carnival

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

Virat Kohli has credited the T20 tournament's success to the strong 'connect' between players and fans.

Symbolic fast in Bengal for junior docs as hunger strike enters Day 9

Symbolic fast in Bengal for junior docs as hunger strike enters Day 9

Rediff.com13 Oct 2024

Three of the junior doctors who were observing 'fast unto death' in Kolkata and Siliguri city in the northern part of the state have so far been hospitalised after their condition deteriorated.

Nadal eager to witness Rio carnival

Nadal eager to witness Rio carnival

Rediff.com13 Feb 2015

Tennis champion Rafael Nadal has said that he is eager to experience the incredible energy of Brazilian carnival before gearing up to defend his title at the Rio Open.

Samba on streets as Brazil carnival kickstarts

Samba on streets as Brazil carnival kickstarts

Rediff.com9 Feb 2016

Despite the massive outbreak of the Zika virus in Brazil, the country's annual carnival roared ahead with ravellers jumping, dancing and singing on the streets of Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo and other cities. Here are some vibrant scenes from the event.

Ever Seen Putin Playing Barbie's Ken?

Ever Seen Putin Playing Barbie's Ken?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

What can we expect from the traditional Rose Carnival in Mainz, Germany? Revellers at the Rose Carnival celebrate by dressing up in fancy costumes, dance, parade, drink and showcase floats.

Samba and sequins: Brazil's carnival paints the town red

Samba and sequins: Brazil's carnival paints the town red

Rediff.com11 Mar 2019

It's time to partay!!! Brazil's most famous carnival celebrations have taken place in Rio de Janeiro. Thousands of sparkling dancers from the Rio de Janeiro's elite samba schools put on a spectacular samba parade through the famous Sambadrome.

Watch Out For These Car Launches!

Watch Out For These Car Launches!

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

Mahindra is coming up with the Thar Roxx. MG Motor India announced a third electric vehicle Windsor. Hyundai and Kia are expected to introduce updated versions of the Alcazar and Carnival respectively.

Photos! It's a colourful carnival on the ramp

Photos! It's a colourful carnival on the ramp

Rediff.com25 Apr 2018

Glittering body suit, masks and crowns made of feather and statement jewellery -- this collection will remind you of a carnival.

Sizzling dancers spice up Brazil carnival

Sizzling dancers spice up Brazil carnival

Rediff.com22 Feb 2012

Elite samba schools paraded in Rio de Janeiro's newly renovated Sambadrome on Sunday to kick off Brazil's annual carnival.

PICS: It's party time for India fans in New York!

PICS: It's party time for India fans in New York!

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

The atmosphere at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York was celebratory as India and Ireland squared off in their T20 World Cup match on Wednesday.

As per Constitution am intervening in RG Kar hospital deadlock: Governor

As per Constitution am intervening in RG Kar hospital deadlock: Governor

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Alleging that the West Bengal government headed by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has failed to carry out its basic duties to protect the lives and properties of citizens, Governor C V Ananda Bose on Wednesday said that his office is already intervening in the RG Kar impasse under provisions in the Constitution.

No India, no Champions Trophy? Here's what could happen

No India, no Champions Trophy? Here's what could happen

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Richard Thompson, have suggested that staging the Champions Trophy without powerhouse India is not an option and there are "contingencies available" if Rohit Sharma's team doesn't travel to host country Pakistan.

Dancing alone at the Carnival

Dancing alone at the Carnival

Rediff.com1 Apr 2010

'Where does the energy and the compulsive gaiety come from, I begin to wonder despite the mind numbing sounds.'

It's SAMBA Time!

It's SAMBA Time!

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

Samba School performers in action during the Carnival parade at the Sambadrome in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Feathers, fun and fanfare! It's time for the carnival

Feathers, fun and fanfare! It's time for the carnival

Rediff.com28 Feb 2017

Rio de Janeiro's famed Carnival got underway as hundreds of thousands roared into the streets for the most colourful festival ever. Reuters photographers Pilar Olivares, Sergio Moraes, Paulo Whitaker gives us a glimpse of the pomp and the pageantry.

Anil Ambani sells multiplex biz to Carnival Cinemas

Anil Ambani sells multiplex biz to Carnival Cinemas

Rediff.com15 Dec 2014

Anil Ambani-led Reliance Group sells multiplex business to Carnival Cinemas.

PHOTOS: Rio Carnival, the wildest party on earth

PHOTOS: Rio Carnival, the wildest party on earth

Rediff.com4 Mar 2014

Rio de Janeiro shows why it is regarded as the Carnival Capital of the World.

It's feathers and a whole lot of fun at Notting Hill carnival

It's feathers and a whole lot of fun at Notting Hill carnival

Rediff.com1 Sep 2017

The Notting Hill Carnival is under way in London -- and the photographs show just how colourful this event is.

Air Carnival to start flying from July 18, offers cheap fares

Air Carnival to start flying from July 18, offers cheap fares

Rediff.com17 Jul 2016

The fare for the inaugural flight is Rs 1 and the tariff for the first three months is Rs 999.

SEE: Ayodhya Ram Mandir, with Donald Trump in New York

SEE: Ayodhya Ram Mandir, with Donald Trump in New York

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

People in large numbers participated in the India Day Parade held in New York, United States.

How The Black Tiger Joined Mangaluru's Famed Pili Vesha

How The Black Tiger Joined Mangaluru's Famed Pili Vesha

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Dussehra in Mangaluru is incomplete without the iconic Pili Vesha or tiger dance, a deeply rooted tradition in Tulu culture.

Afridi slams Babar, praises Rohit's leadership

Afridi slams Babar, praises Rohit's leadership

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Afridi said Rohit instils a sense of self-belief in his team with his aggressive style of play.

The spectacular 1965 war carnival at Rajpath

The spectacular 1965 war carnival at Rajpath

Rediff.com20 Sep 2015

A thrilling vertical manoeuvre by Su30 fighter jets and performance by motorcycle-borne soldiers among a host of other activities today cast a spell over thousands of people who attended the carnival 'Indradhanush' at the Rajpath in New Delhi to commemorate the golden jubilee of the 1965 Indo-Pak War.

In PHOTOS: Sizzling carnival party on Rio's streets

In PHOTOS: Sizzling carnival party on Rio's streets

Rediff.com8 Mar 2011

Brazil's most famous party, the annual Carnival of Brazil take off on March 4. This year the festivities will continue till Tuesday.

It's Carnival Chic for Malini Ramani

It's Carnival Chic for Malini Ramani

Rediff.com25 Apr 2005

'Baz with our Jaabaz'

'Baz with our Jaabaz'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

Summoned for a T20 World Cup photoshoot before the fifth Test against England, Rinku Singh stands out as a prime contender for the finisher's role.

Goa Carnival 2016 celebrations begin with a colorful procession

Goa Carnival 2016 celebrations begin with a colorful procession

Rediff.com6 Feb 2016

Five-day festival of Carnival began on Saturday in Goa.

Spotted: Lara at the carnival

Spotted: Lara at the carnival

Rediff.com4 Jul 2007

Reader Leslie Cornelius sent us this picture from Tobago.

With short-haul flights, Air Carnival joins the aviation race

With short-haul flights, Air Carnival joins the aviation race

Rediff.com27 Jan 2015

Air Carnival can make quick progress by stepping into the space that SpiceJet has left empty.

Celebrating History: Mumbai's First Sarvajanik Bappa

Celebrating History: Mumbai's First Sarvajanik Bappa

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Mumbai's historic tryst with the Lord of Wisdom began at the Keshavji Naik Chawl in 1893.

Cricketing Carnival in Ahmedabad!

Cricketing Carnival in Ahmedabad!

Rediff.com25 Feb 2021

There was finally some joy among the gloom as fans thronged the Narendra Modi stadium in Motera for the second Test match between India and England.

In pix: The stories behind the colourful floats of Goa carnival

In pix: The stories behind the colourful floats of Goa carnival

Rediff.com13 Feb 2018

Reuben NV shared these pictures of floats from Panjim.

Carnival gets going amidst Brazil World Cup protests

Carnival gets going amidst Brazil World Cup protests

Rediff.com1 Mar 2014

Carnival got under way across Brazil on Friday interspersed with simmering antigovernment protests and alongside preparations in 12 cities for the upcoming soccer World Cup.

'Don't Play With Kejriwal's Life'

'Don't Play With Kejriwal's Life'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

Glimpses from the Great Election Carnival on Sunday, April 21, 2024

They Aren't Sauron's Stormtroopers...

They Aren't Sauron's Stormtroopers...

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

Dancers of the Diablada Urus group perform during the carnival in Oruro, Bolivia.

PHOTOS: At Brazil's crackling carnival, anybody can dance!

PHOTOS: At Brazil's crackling carnival, anybody can dance!

Rediff.com13 Feb 2013

Rediff.com takes a look at the four-day non-stop celebrations at the Brazil carnival.

PHOTOS: Brazilian fans bring carnival to Moscow square

PHOTOS: Brazilian fans bring carnival to Moscow square

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

Latin Grammy award nominee Diogo Nogueira, himself a soccer player until a knee injury ended his sporting career, sang from an open-top bus as the square turned into a sea of green and yellow, Brazil's national colours.

Competitive cricket will return to Australia after coronavirus hiatus with T20 carnival

Competitive cricket will return to Australia after coronavirus hiatus with T20 carnival

Rediff.com4 Jun 2020

Select games will also be streamed live on the MyCricket Facebook page to a global audience, including one of the semi-finals and the grand final on Monday, June 8.

Brazil catches World Cup fever at Carnival

Brazil catches World Cup fever at Carnival

Rediff.com15 Feb 2010

Brazil officially kicked off World Cup fever on Sunday in Carnival frenzy, unveiling the national soccer team's new away jersey at one of the biggest street parties on the planet.