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'Mughals had nothing to do with Mughal Gardens at Rashtrapati Bhavan'

'Mughals had nothing to do with Mughal Gardens at Rashtrapati Bhavan'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2023

'William Mustoe, the director of horticulture during British rule, named the Presidential Palace garden after the Mughals.' 'He simply kept the name because it was made on the pattern of a Mughal garden.''He simply kept the name Mughal gardens because it was made on the pattern of Mughal garden.'

Why it won't be easy to bring Choksi back to India

Why it won't be easy to bring Choksi back to India

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Following the arrest of fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi by Belgian authorities on Saturday, Vaibhav Khuraniya, one of the complainants in a fraud case against Choksi, said that it may not be easy to bring him back to India due to legal complexities involved in extradition.

Should India Be Worried About Asim Munir?

Should India Be Worried About Asim Munir?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

India had better be prepared. Munir could be back at our throats soon, even within the next 12 months, warns Shekhar Gupta.

Left-Arm, Right-Arm Spin In Same Over!

Left-Arm, Right-Arm Spin In Same Over!

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Kamindu Mendis bowled both left-arm spin and right-arm off-spin in the same over, delighting the crowd with his versatility.

Was Patel's Catch Better Than Klaasen's?

Was Patel's Catch Better Than Klaasen's?

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

SRH fielders were sloppy. KKR fielders took 9 catches.

IPL pitch controversy: Should home teams control Conditions?

IPL pitch controversy: Should home teams control Conditions?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra believes IPL teams should have full control over pitch conditions in their own backyard.

Is Rishabh Pant Hiding?

Is Rishabh Pant Hiding?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Some accused Pant of 'hiding' from the pressure, suggesting that the move reflected a lack of confidence in his batting. Others saw it as a worrying sign for LSG's leadership and strategy.

IPL 2025: KKR Vs RCB: Who Took The Best Catch?

IPL 2025: KKR Vs RCB: Who Took The Best Catch?

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

It was a day to remember for RCB wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma, who had his gloves full-and delivered with aplomb.

'We're Winning The War Against Terrorism'

'We're Winning The War Against Terrorism'

Rediff.com30 May 2025

'We've moved from thousands killed yearly in Jammu and Kashmir to 127 last year.' 'Cross-border terrorism in Kashmir is being solved. We are winning it.'

Who Will You Pick For Kolkata T20I?

Who Will You Pick For Kolkata T20I?

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Eden Gardens will host the first game of the five match T20I series between India and England on Wednesday.

Can Dhoni's CSK end KKR's run for play-offs race?

Can Dhoni's CSK end KKR's run for play-offs race?

Rediff.com6 May 2025

While it's a do-or-die game for KKR, who must win all their remaining three matches to stay in playoffs contention, the match will be more about celebrating Dhoni's legacy than the result.

'I want to do something special for Shah Rukh Bhai'

'I want to do something special for Shah Rukh Bhai'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Venkatesh, one of the marquee players this season, was bought back by KKR for a massive Rs 23.75 crores, making him one of the most expensive players in the league.

What's Special About KKR's New Jersey?

What's Special About KKR's New Jersey?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

KKR's jerseys come in environment friendly packaging.

Which PSU Stocks Should You Invest In?

Which PSU Stocks Should You Invest In?

Rediff.com17 May 2025

'The universe of PSU stocks is huge and diverse.' 'Investors should bet on specific sectors and stocks from the basket as most of them may continue to consolidate after years of outperformance.'

IPL 2025: KKR vs LSG match likely to be rescheduled

IPL 2025: KKR vs LSG match likely to be rescheduled

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) president Snehasish Ganguly, after holding two rounds of discussions with the city police on Tuesday, confirmed that authorities "have not given the go-ahead" for the match.

IPL 2025 PIX: Clinical Gujarat Titans rout KKR to stay top of IPL

IPL 2025 PIX: Clinical Gujarat Titans rout KKR to stay top of IPL

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Gujarat Titans handed defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders an emphatic 39-run loss in the IPL 2025 match in Kolkata on Monday.

KKR eye encore under new leadership

KKR eye encore under new leadership

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

'I have always played wherever the team wanted me to play. Team thinking has always come first.'

The secret of Shreyas Iyer's resurgence is...

The secret of Shreyas Iyer's resurgence is...

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

'...Shreyas is a young leader and if you look at him, he goes to each and every player, not only the squad player, he goes to even the net bowler, talks to them.'

Grateful Suyash on how RCB helped fast-track recovery

Grateful Suyash on how RCB helped fast-track recovery

Rediff.com1 May 2025

I had three hernias, but surgery in London helped me play in this IPL: RCB's Suyash Sharma

Trump hits back with 125% tariffs on China; 90-day relief for 75 nations

Trump hits back with 125% tariffs on China; 90-day relief for 75 nations

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

The move by the US President came following a retaliatory move by China, where it increased its tariff on US goods from 34 per cent to 84 per cent starting April 10.

IPL 2025: KKR-LSG match set to be shifted to Guwahati

IPL 2025: KKR-LSG match set to be shifted to Guwahati

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders' IPL home game against Lucknow Super Giants on April 6 at Eden Gardens is set to be shifted to Guwahati.

How Outrageous Did Met Gala Get This Year? Take A Look

How Outrageous Did Met Gala Get This Year? Take A Look

Rediff.com9 May 2025

In keeping with the mood of the evening, there were several outfits that definitely took fashion risks. Did it pay off? You tell us.

National winter games in Kashmir postponed

National winter games in Kashmir postponed

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

Around 300 athletes were expected to compete in four snow sports -- ski mountaineering, alpine skiing, snowboard, and Nordic skiing -- in the games, which had been due to be held from February 22 to 25.

PIX: Old Friends, New Colours... And Kohli Mania

PIX: Old Friends, New Colours... And Kohli Mania

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

With new rivalries, fresh team colours, and familiar faces reunited, this isn't just the start of a new season-it's a blockbuster waiting to unfold.

'He still wants to play another 2-3 cycles of IPL'

'He still wants to play another 2-3 cycles of IPL'

Rediff.com5 May 2025

One cycle refers to three seasons between mega auctions, meaning Russell is aiming to stay with KKR well into his 40s if form and fitness permit.

SRK's pep talk leaves KKR players speechless!

SRK's pep talk leaves KKR players speechless!

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

The official Instagram page of Kolkata Knight Riders shared the video of SRK talking to the team members, which is led by new skipper Ajinkya Rahane this season.

Denied hall in IISc, Teesta, students hold meeting in garden

Denied hall in IISc, Teesta, students hold meeting in garden

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Human rights activist Teesta Setalvad on Friday said she was prevented from delivering a lecture at the premier Indian Institute of Science as the administration cancelled the meeting at the last minute.

SRH's Nitish Reddy gets fitness clearance

SRH's Nitish Reddy gets fitness clearance

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

Nitish will join the SRH squad soon as they will open their IPL 2025 campaign on March 23 against Rajasthan Royals at Hyderabad.

Chetan Sakariya replaces injured Umran Malik at KKR

Chetan Sakariya replaces injured Umran Malik at KKR

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders have named left-arm pacer Chetan Sakariya as a replacement for speedster Umran Malik ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season.

Meet the richest, youngest and oldest Delhi poll winners

Meet the richest, youngest and oldest Delhi poll winners

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

The Delhi Assembly elections saw BJP's Karnail Singh emerge as the richest winner with assets worth Rs 259 crore, Umang Bajaj at 31 as the youngest winner, Tilak Ram Gupta as the oldest contestant at 73, and AAP's Amanatullah Khan the candidate with the highest, 19, criminal cases. Several winning candidates have pending criminal cases, according to a report by the Association for Democratic Reforms.

Look back at 2014! CEO's advice to wounded KKR

Look back at 2014! CEO's advice to wounded KKR

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Venky Mysore backs 'resilient' KKR, recalls 2014 record run

Who Stole the Show with the Bat? Kohli or Salt? Vote!

Who Stole the Show with the Bat? Kohli or Salt? Vote!

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

On a night packed with drama, milestones, and momentum swings, five batters rose above the rest to set Eden Gardens alight.

Fearless Priyansh enthralls before rain ruins party!

Fearless Priyansh enthralls before rain ruins party!

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

It was raining sixes and fours at the Eden Gardens before the IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings was called off due heavy rain and thunderstorms.

KKR begin pre-season training in Mumbai

KKR begin pre-season training in Mumbai

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have begun their pre-season preparations with a week-long domestic players' training stint in Mumbai, ahead of their main camp in Kolkata starting March 12 at Eden Gardens. The Mumbai camp, running from February 21-28, features nine domestic players, including Venkatesh Iyer, who was re-signed by KKR for a staggering Rs 23.75 crore after being released, making him the third most expensive player in the IPL auction.

Devald Brevis And The Art Of T20 Cricket

Devald Brevis And The Art Of T20 Cricket

Rediff.com8 May 2025

The South African's blistering 52 off 25 balls not only augurs well for him personally but for the franchise who are aiming to build a team from scratch for the next season.

Bengal BJP ex-chief Dilip Ghosh, 60, marries party colleague

Bengal BJP ex-chief Dilip Ghosh, 60, marries party colleague

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

The couple met during morning walks, and the relationship grew over time.

Falling In Love With Japan

Falling In Love With Japan

Rediff.com26 May 2025

'I am smitten with Tokyo's eclectic mix of modern cosmopolitanism and old world Japan,' confesses Dinesh Raheja.

US revises India tariffs downwards, to....

US revises India tariffs downwards, to....

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

These duties will come into force from April 9.

Harud Comes To Kashmir

Harud Comes To Kashmir

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

Umar Ganie captures glimpses of autumn inside the famed Mughal garden in Srinagar. Autumn, locally known as Harud, is the harvest season in Kashmir with the trees changing colour as the days get shorter as winter approaches.

Why Noor Is A Rare CSK Diamond

Why Noor Is A Rare CSK Diamond

Rediff.com8 May 2025

In two of the three games CSK has won this season, Noor Ahmad has won the Player of the Match award.