News for 'udaipur'

Dalit writer threatened over book on Maharana Pratap

Dalit writer threatened over book on Maharana Pratap

Rediff.com27 Apr 2017

In the book, the author claims that the king belonged to the Bhil community and was elevated as Rana of Mewar later.

Cong suffers blow in Raj panchayat polls; BJP says mandate for farm laws

Cong suffers blow in Raj panchayat polls; BJP says mandate for farm laws

Rediff.com9 Dec 2020

The BJP bagged 1,989 of the 4,371 panchayat samiti seats while the Congress won 1,852 with almost all results of the four-phase local government polls being declared.

'Your body is your temple. So take care of it'

'Your body is your temple. So take care of it'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2021

'The more you love yourself, the prettier you feel inside and the prettier you will be.'

PIX: Divyanka-Vivek's romantic honeymoon

PIX: Divyanka-Vivek's romantic honeymoon

Rediff.com26 Aug 2016

The couple had a elaborate wedding in Bhopal last month.

Man gets life term for rape of British tourist

Man gets life term for rape of British tourist

Rediff.com30 Apr 2008

A fast track court in Udaipur awarded life imprisonment to a rest house owner on Wednesday for raping a British scribe. Judge Brajendra Jain convicted Parbat Singh for raping the victim in his rest house room at Chandpol in Udaipur on December 23, 2007. According to the prosecution, the victim, who came to Udaipur on a trip, was staying in the rest house for some days. The accused sneaked in her room on the pretext of providing a blanket to her.

The common link between Gauri Khan and Priyanka Chopra

The common link between Gauri Khan and Priyanka Chopra

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

No, we are not talking about Shah Rukh Khan.

Govt spending Rs 14,500 crore on airports before 'privatising' them

Govt spending Rs 14,500 crore on airports before 'privatising' them

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

With six airports handed over to the Adani group for 50 years, the government is now all set to hand over another 25 airports to private players in a bid to 'monetise' them. Official figures reveal that since 2017-18, the government has spent and will be spending Rs 14,500 crore on significantly revamping infrastructure at most of these airports before handing them over to private players. The Airports Authority of India (AAI), which operates these airports for the government, has spent billions of rupees in building new terminal buildings, runways, reinforcing taxiways, upgrading aircraft landing systems, radars and a host of other heavy duty and capital intensive infrastructure works.

Coldplay, The Chainsmokers perform at Akash-Shloka's sangeet

Coldplay, The Chainsmokers perform at Akash-Shloka's sangeet

Rediff.com28 Feb 2019

Chris Martin sang Coldplay's hit tracks Sky Full of Stars, Clocks, Paradise and Magic.

In Gujarat village, sit-ups and slaps are the price to pay for eloping

In Gujarat village, sit-ups and slaps are the price to pay for eloping

Rediff.com24 Apr 2015

The teenagers were asked to do sit-ups, as well as slapped and beaten up by sticks by the locals.

Did Sohrabuddin case witness fake an attack?

Did Sohrabuddin case witness fake an attack?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2010

Azam's friend Iqbal, who was with him at the Udai Sagar lake when the alleged attack took place, told police that Azam engineered a "fake attack" on himself by using a country-made pistol, Udaipur Superintendent of Police Sanjeev Narzary said.

'I am like an energiser bunny'

'I am like an energiser bunny'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

'I was born a lower middle-class person, am one today and will die as one,' Billboard's International Power Player Devraj Sanyal tells Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.

Pics: Isha-Anand at their Mumbai reception

Pics: Isha-Anand at their Mumbai reception

Rediff.com16 Dec 2018

Newly weds Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal looked lovely at their second Mumbai reception.

How Manish Malhotra dressed bride Isha Ambani

How Manish Malhotra dressed bride Isha Ambani

Rediff.com13 Dec 2018

While the to-be bride looked resplendent in pink, her mother wowed in a vermillion silk lehenga.

Top travel destinations 2017: Alleppey, Darjeeling, Ajanta Caves

Top travel destinations 2017: Alleppey, Darjeeling, Ajanta Caves

Rediff.com27 Sep 2017

Read on to find out if your favourite destination made it to the list!

2 held for 'trying to topple' Raj govt as Gehlot attacks BJP

2 held for 'trying to topple' Raj govt as Gehlot attacks BJP

Rediff.com11 Jul 2020

"BJP leaders are playing the game at the behest of central leaders. MLAs were offered money... Rs 10 crore in advance and Rs 15 crore after the government is toppled," the chief minister alleged and added that the BJP wants to convert the state's politics into a goat market, 'bakra mandi'.

Is that a painting or a sari weave?

Is that a painting or a sari weave?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

Can you ever imagine seeing Shrinathji of Nathdwara in Rajasthan weaved to come alive in Jamdani? This sari is to mark the 2021 Handloom Day Special on August 7, masterfully crafted by acclaimed weaver, Lakshmana Rao Tammisetty from Andhra Pradesh, says Ranjani Govind.

Quota stir leader Hardik Patel compares Amit Shah to General Dyer

Quota stir leader Hardik Patel compares Amit Shah to General Dyer

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

The statement comes in the aftermath of the Gujarat CM Anandiben Patel's resignation.

'Irrfan did not show us that he was not well'

'Irrfan did not show us that he was not well'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2020

'When the trailer of Angrezi Medium came out, and when the credits were rolling in the end, with names like Irrfan Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Deepak Dobriyal, Dimple Kapadia... that's when it hit me and I couldn't control my tears. That was the first time I realised that I was living my dream.'

CBI to probe hotel sale in NDA regime

CBI to probe hotel sale in NDA regime

Rediff.com30 Apr 2014

The inquiry will bring under a scanner Arun Shourie, the then disinvestment minister, and Bharat Hotels Chairperson Jyotsna Suri.

Workers in Gujarat leave for homes in Rajasthan on foot

Workers in Gujarat leave for homes in Rajasthan on foot

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

The labourers said there was no point in staying back in Gujarat without any income.

Warne back as Rajasthan Royals go Pink

Warne back as Rajasthan Royals go Pink

Rediff.com11 Feb 2019

Australia spin legend Shane Warne was named as the brand ambassador of Rajasthan Royals for the upcoming 12th editon of the Indian Premier League.

Hardik Patel released from jail; says his work will continue

Hardik Patel released from jail; says his work will continue

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

The Patel quota leader Friday walked out of Lajpore jail in Surat after nine months of confinement, vowing to continue the stir.

First salary: From Rs 200 in 1961 to general manager

First salary: From Rs 200 in 1961 to general manager

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

Rediff reader Vijai Kumar Sharma, 79 from Jaipur tells us about his first salary.

My favourite Diwali getaway!

My favourite Diwali getaway!

Rediff.com2 Oct 2009

We asked readers to send in their favourite holiday locale. Here are some of the responses we received.

Beyond Octopussy: Roger Moore's India connections

Beyond Octopussy: Roger Moore's India connections

Rediff.com24 May 2017

The James Bond actor spent months in India shooting for another film, but his connection to India goes much deeper than that.

HAL was capable of producing Rafale jets, says its chief

HAL was capable of producing Rafale jets, says its chief

Rediff.com22 Dec 2018

The Rafale jet deal, signed on September 23, 2016, in the frame of an Inter-Governmental Agreement between India and France, has been in news over the last few months.

Do SBI Cards' bad loans have a deeper meaning?

Do SBI Cards' bad loans have a deeper meaning?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

If credit card delinquency spells trouble, there may be questions with regard to the much bigger retail sub-categories of car and housing loans, notes T N Ninan.

Hyatt plans to open 11 new hotels in India by 2020

Hyatt plans to open 11 new hotels in India by 2020

Rediff.com25 Dec 2019

The Chicago-headquartered firm currently has 32 hotels across 20 destinations under its eight brands in India. The eight brands under the Hyatt portfolio in India are -- Hyatt, Hyatt Centric, Hyatt Regency, Hyatt Place, Park Hyatt, Grand Hyatt, Alila and Andaz.

Aww! When Deepika hugged Aishwarya

Aww! When Deepika hugged Aishwarya

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

Deepika bonded with Aishwarya. Anil Kapoor and wife mingled with the Thackerays.

8 travel photos from India that have hidden stories

8 travel photos from India that have hidden stories

Rediff.com24 Jul 2016

Readers share their travel photos. You can share yours too!

Abu-Sandeep to create Priyanka's bridal outfit

Abu-Sandeep to create Priyanka's bridal outfit

Rediff.com17 Nov 2018

Though PeeCee has invited her Bollywood friends, only Hrithik is likely to attend.

Rajasthan youths complain of lack of jobs, but have faith in Modi

Rajasthan youths complain of lack of jobs, but have faith in Modi

Rediff.com28 Nov 2018

The Congress has made lack of jobs, along with agrarian distress, its key election plank in the run-up to the December 7 assembly polls.

My Life Lesson: 'Do what you wish with confidence'

My Life Lesson: 'Do what you wish with confidence'

Rediff.com7 May 2019

We'd asked you, dear readers to tell us what is the one life lesson you would want to share.

21 dead as UP hit by thunderstorm, rain; rest of North reels under heat

21 dead as UP hit by thunderstorm, rain; rest of North reels under heat

Rediff.com28 Apr 2015

Rain and thunderstorm wrecked havoc in several parts of Uttar Pradesh leaving at least 21 dead

PIX: Shah Rukh, Amitabh, Rani at Vishesh Bhatt's wedding reception

PIX: Shah Rukh, Amitabh, Rani at Vishesh Bhatt's wedding reception

Rediff.com29 Nov 2013

Practically the entire Bollywood turned up.

PHOTO: Shahid's adorable selfie with pregnant wife

PHOTO: Shahid's adorable selfie with pregnant wife

Rediff.com24 Aug 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

First Look: Mahesh Babu in Brahmotsavam

First Look: Mahesh Babu in Brahmotsavam

Rediff.com26 Apr 2016

The film is scheduled to release next month.

How to have an EXCITING travel adventure!

How to have an EXCITING travel adventure!

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

The new-age traveler is no longer into ticking a checklist of must-see spots on his holiday. He is ready to pay a premium to experience culture, crafts and culinary delights of the local populace

Dia to Bumrah: How celebs wed in Covid times

Dia to Bumrah: How celebs wed in Covid times

Rediff.com17 May 2021

Celebs follow a template for their special day -- an intimate ceremony with few people and a keen eye for a touch of luxury in every aspect.

Madonna arrives in Mumbai

Madonna arrives in Mumbai

Rediff.com8 Jan 2008

The pop diva is in Mumbai, with her husband and three children.