Everything you need to know about Alcot Gardens: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more
Everything you need to know about Alcot Gardens: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more
New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) Daily public tours of Rashtrapati Bhavan, which began for the first time from Jan 1 this year at the initiative of President Pranab Mukherjee and have become very popular with tourists, will now cost Rs.25 per person.
Ooty (Tamil Nadu), May 18 (ANI): Floral sculptures of the globe, a house and bright coloured flowers mesmerised tourists visiting the 117th Floral Carnival being held here.
New Delhi, May 11 (IANS) Online ticket sales for the Indian Premier League (IPL) Qualifier 1 and Eliminator to be played at the Ferozeshah Kotla here May 21 and 22 will begin at 4 pm Saturday on www.iplt20.com.
London, May 6 (ANI): The Hanging Gardens of Babylon, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, was located 300 miles to the north in Babylon's greatest rival Nineveh, a leading Oxford-based historian has claimed.
Kolkata, May 4 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder Jacques Kallis said that the team still hadn't given up hopes of reaching the playoffs and aimed to win the rest of their remaining games.
Kolkata, May 4 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders batsman Yusuf Pathan Friday credited skipper Gautam Gambhir for supporting him during his struggling days, after the big hitter scored an unbeaten 49 to help his side thrash Rajasthan Royals by eight wickets at the Eden Gardens here.
Kolkata, May 4 (IANS) Acknowledging the "backing" and strong support of the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) fans, Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan has assured his loyal followers that he would "ensure" their faith in the team remained intact.
Kolkata, May 3 (IANS) Backed by superlative bowling and decent batting, Kolkata Knight Riders handed Rajasthan Royals a crushing eight-wicket defeat to keep alive their feeble chances of making it to the play-off in their Indian Premier League here Friday.
Kolkata, May 3 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders kept their hopes alive of qualifying for the playoffs with a convincing eight-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in an Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the Eden Gardens here Friday.
Kolkata, May 3 (IANS) Backed by a good bowling performance on a slow turning wicket, Kolkata Knight Riders restricted Rajasthan Royals to 132/6 in their Indian Premier League encounter at the Eden Gardens Friday.
Kolkata, May 3 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals captain Rahul Dravid won the toss and opted to bat against Kolkata Knight Riders in their Indian Premier League match at the Eden Gardens here Friday.
Vatican City, May 3 (IANS/AKI) Emeritus Pope Benedict XVI is expected to take up residence inside a renovated ex-monastery inside the Vatican, according to sources within the Holy See.
Kolkata, May 2 (IANS) Terming the Padma Bhushan award "an honour and privilege", former India cricket captain Rahul Dravid Thursday said he felt lucky to have represented the country for 16 years.
Kolkata, April 28 (IANS) With defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) having finally snatched a victory in the sixth edition of Indian Premier League (IPL) after a string of losses, fans are now back on the bandwagon - to cheer their team onto reclaiming the title.
Two ships sailing out of Calcutta (now Kolkata) port on the eastern coast of India, the Whitby and Hesperus, reached British Guiana (now Guyana) on the northern coast of South America on May 5, 1838 after a perilous sea journey that lasted 112 days. More than 17 decades later, Guyana - a part of the Caribbean - is set to hold commemorative functions in early May to mark the 175th anniversary of the arrival of Indians in the country.
New Delhi, April 27 (IANS) The Qualifier I and Eliminator of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) have been shifted from Chennai to Delhi.
Kolkata, April 27 (IANS) After humbling Kings XI Punjab by six wickets to end their three-match losing streak, title holders Kolkata Knight Riders hope to keep the momentum going to keep their title hopes in the Indian Premier League afloat.
Kolkata, April 27 (IANS) Observing that 150 was a decent target to set, Kings XI Punjab skipper Adam Gilchrist Friday singled out Kolkata Knight Riders' batsman Eoin Morgan's blistering 26 ball 42 for taking away the game from the visitors.
Kolkata, April 26 (IANS) A masterly unbeaten 51 by Manvinder Bisla piloted holders Kolkata Knight Riders to a six-wicket win over Kings XI Punjab in their crucial Indian Premier League match at the Eden Gardens here Friday.
Kolkata, April 26 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders recorded their third win in the Indian Premier League'S (IPL) sixth edition with a convincing six-wicket victory over Kings XI Punjab at the Edens Gardens here Friday.
Kolkata, April 26 (IANS) Coming up with a splendid bowling performance, holders Kolkata Knight Riders restricted Kings XI Punjab to 149/6 in their crucial Indian Premier League match at the Eden Gardens here Friday.
Kolkata, April 26 (IANS) Kings XI Punjab skipper Adam Gilchrist won the toss and chose to bat first in their Indian Premier League match against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens here Friday.
Kolkata, April 25 (IANS) While they managed to sneak in a four run victory in their last encounter, Kings XI Punjab are aware that beating Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at home will be a tough proposition.
Mumbai, April 25 (IANS) Actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar, who has started an online campaign "Men against Rape and Discrimination" (MARD), says the responsibility to create a safer environment for women lies not just with the government, but with every citizen.
Kolkata, April 25 (IANS) Languishing way down the points table, Kolkata Knight Riders are now struggling to cope with a spate of injuries to key players ahead of their Indian Premier League match against Kings XI Punjab here Friday.
Kolkata, April 25 (IANS) Mumbai Indians regular skipper Ricky Ponting, who has been struggling with the bat, willingly opted out of the team for the crucial tie against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens Wednesday.
Kolkata, April 25 (IANS) Observing that 160 was a defendable target, Kolkata Knight Riders' spinner Sunil Narine Wednesday rued the absence of all-rounder Jacques Kallis, who could not turn up to bowl after getting injured while batting against Mumbai Indians in their IPL encounter at the Eden Gardens here.
Kolkata, April 25 (IANS) Dwayne Smith came up with a dazzling knock to carry Mumbai Indians to a thrilling five-wicket win off the penultimate delivery over holders Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens here Wednesday.
Kolkata, April 24 (IANS) Riding on a rollicking start, Kolkata Knight Riders scored 159/6 in their crucial Indian Premier League match against Mumbai Indians at the Eden Gardens here Wednesday.
Kolkata, April 23 (IANS) With their title defence under threat following a string of losses, the Kolkata Knight Riders have a selection headache on the foreigners-front, ahead of their crucial Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Mumbai Indians Wednesday.
Kolkata, April 23 (IANS) Welcoming batting legend Sachin Tendulkar to the club of 40, former India skipper and Mumbai Indians mentor Anil Kumble Tuesday said a win over Kolkata Knight Riders Wednesday will be the best way to celebrate April 24 - the maestro's birthday.
Kolkata, April 23 (IANS) They have drawn a blank in away games, and even lost at home. Now, with their backs to the wall, it is the proverbial "do or die" situation for holders Kolkata Knight Riders as they take on perennial underachievers Mumbai Indians in an Indian Premier League (IPL) match here Wednesday.
Kolkata, April 23 (IANS) They have drawn a blank in away games, and even lost at home. Now, with their backs to the wall, it is the proverbial "do or die" situation for holders Kolkata Knight Riders as they take on perennial underachievers Mumbai Indians in an Indian Premier League (IPL) match here Wednesday.
New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) After Mahendra Singh Dhoni started tweeting the 'Sir Jadeja' jokes, they have now become a hit with his teammates at the Chennai Super Kings.
Kolkata, April 20 (IANS) Blaming the batsmen for a humiliating loss against Chennai Super Kings in their Indian Premier League match at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Gautam Gambhir Saturday said it was time for his willowers to pull up their socks.
Kolkata, April 20 (IANS) Following his Man of the Match performance against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens Saturday, Chennai Super Kings alrounder Ravinder Jadeja not only got words of praise from his skipper M.S. Dhoni but also from coach Stephen Fleming.
Kolkata, April 20 (IANS) Chennai Super Kings beat Kolkata Knight Riders by four wickets in an Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the Eden Gardens here Saturday.
Kolkata, April 20 (IANS) If you are a special guest of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), then be prepared to be seated in glass fronted air-conditioned lounges, with state-of-the-art LCDs, non-stop food service and cushy sink-in chairs while watching matches in the sixth edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Kolkata, April 20 (IANS) After heavy marketing of branded merchandise, desserts and drinks themed on the sixth edition of Indian Premier League (IPL) hawkers selling flags, headbands and caps have also taken to advertising their wares with a twist.
Kolkata, April 20 (IANS) Chennai Super Kings restricted Kings XI Punjab to 119 for nine in 20 overs in the Indian Premier League (IPL) at the Eden Gardens here Saturday.
Kolkata, April 19 (IANS) A 40-pound cake decorated with 40 different pictures of him will greet master blaster Sachin Tendulkar as he completes 40 at the iconic Eden Gardens April 24 when the maestro's Mumbai Indians take on Kolkata Knight Riders in their IPL match.
Kolkata, April 14 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Gautam Gambhir Sunday credited batsman Eoin Morgan for their emphatic win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in their Indian Premier League match at the Eden Gardens here.
Kolkata, April 14 (IANS) Sunrisers Hyderabad coach Tom Moody Sunday blamed his team's poor defending skills for their humiliating loss against Kolkata Knight Riders in their Indian Premier League match at the Eden Gardens here.
Kolkata, April 14 (IANS) Notwithstanding successive injuries which have plagued his international career, Bengal batsman Manoj Tiwary hopes to take the setbacks in his stride.
Kolkata, April 13 (IANS) Conceding that momentum was not with them after two consecutive losses, defending Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) hope to turn things around in their next encounter against Sunrisers Hyderabad Sunday.
London, Apr 11 (ANI): English golf ace Lee Westwood has hit back at Colin Montgomerie, saying that he is in the right shape to win Majors for many more years to come, in a not-so-subtle dig at Montgomerie's weight.
New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) A new garden which boasts of exquisite flora, cloud forests and waterfalls, along with a fine dining and shopping experience - with the grand Marina Bay in the background - is all set to woo tourists, a Singapore Tourism Board official said here Friday.
Kolkata, April 5 (IANS) Designer Agnimitra Paul is a huge fan of Indian Premeir League (IPL) team Kolkata Knight Riders, but says she will miss its owner Shah Rukh Khan's presence at the forthcoming matches in the city.
Kolkata, April 4 (IANS) Profusely praising Caribbean spinner Sunil Narine, an ecstatic Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Gautam Gambhir gave credit to his bowlers for holding the Delhi Daredevils to a below-par score that helped his team start the Indian Premier League on a winning note.
Kolkata, April 4 (IANS) Terming his team Kolkata Knight Riders' smashing victory over Delhi Daredevils "wonderful", an exuberant Shahrukh Khan felt elated to "return back" to the "city of joy" for the opening match of the sixth edition of Indian Premier League.
Kolkata, April 4 (IANS) Delhi Daredevils skipper Mahela Jayawardene blamed loss of too many quick wickets for their six-wicket loss to Kolkata Knight Riders in the opening game of the Indian Premier League at the Eden Gardens here Wednesday.
Kolkata, April 4 (IANS) Pledging loyalty towards Mumbai, their hometown, Bollywood actors Imran Khan and Sonakshi Sinha Wednesday expressed excitement on watching their first ever match at the Eden Gardens -- the opening match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) between defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Daredevils.
Kolkata, April 3 (IANS) Dubbing himself and his "Once Upon A Time In Mumbai Again" co-actors Sonakshi Sinha and Imran Khan "great fans of the Indian Premier League", Bollywood's "Khiladi" Akhshay Kumar refused to take sides as defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders clashed with Delhi Daredevils in the first game of IPL-6 at the Eden Gardens here Wednesday.
Kolkata, April 3 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders spinner Sunil Narine finished with a four wicket haul as Delhi Daredevils were skittled out for 128 in the opening game of the sixth edition of the Indian Premier League at the Eden Gardens here Wednesday.
Kolkata, April 3 (IANS) As the sixth season of the IPL dawned at the Eden Gardens here Wednesday, Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Gautam Gambhir after winning the toss, chose to field against Delhi Daredevils - continuing the tradition of teams electing to bowl first in the opening game. Only Chennai Super Kings had broken the tradition by opting to bat first in 2011.
Kolkata, April 3 (IANS) The Delhi Daredevils, ahead of their match against Kolkata Knight Riders in the opening game of the sixth edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), Wednesday wished a speedy recovery to teammate Jesse Ryder who was seriously injured in an assault.
Sydney, Apr 3 (ANI): New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum has been ruled out of the Indian Premier League's (IPL) opening match on Wednesday night because of a hamstring injury.
Kolkata, April 2 (IANS) As Kolkata gets ready to unleash its love for cricket and Bollywood, fans of the nine Indian Premier League (IPL) teams lined up for tee-shirts and jerseys which were selling like hot-cakes across the eastern metropolis, hosting a gala opener to the sixth edition of the tournament at the Salt Lake stadium here Tuesday.
Kolkata, April 2 (IANS) As Kolkata gets ready to unleash its love for cricket and Bollywood, fans of the nine Indian Premier League (IPL) teams lined up for tee-shirts and jerseys which were selling like hot-cakes across the eastern metropolis, hosting a gala opener to the sixth edition of the tournament at the Salt Lake stadium here Tuesday.
Kolkata, April 2 (IANS) Out of favour India opener and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) skipper Gautam Gambhir Tuesday refused to take the Indian Premier League (IPL) as a stage to make his comeback.
Kolkata, April 2 (IANS) Having already lost star batsmen Kevin Pietersen and Jesse Ryder to injuries, the Delhi Daredevils (DD) may now miss dashing opener Virender Sehwag, down with a back problem, too in the Indian Premier League (IPL) opener against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) here Wednesday.
Kolkata, April 2 (IANS) Dashing batsman Virender Sehwag has a back spasm and it is doubtful he will be Delhi Daredevils' tournament opener against title holders Kolkata Knight Riders Wednesday, coach Eric Simons said Tuesday.
Kolkata, April 1 (IANS) The Indian Premier League T20 tourney - synonymising cricket, cash, controversies and dollops of glamour - opens its sixth edition Tuesday with a cultural gala marrying the rhythm of American rap music with Bollywood dhamaka, but ironically at a iconic soccer venue where the likes of Lionel Messi have mesmerised tens of thousands of spectators in the past.
Kolkata, April 1 (IANS) The Shah Rukh Khan owned Red Chillies Entertainment (RCE) which broke even last year is hoping for a 25 percent growth year on year, a top company official said here Monday.
Kolkata, March 31 (IANS) After being dropped from the Indian Test squad, Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Gautam Gambhir is now "more focused and working harder", a team colleague said.
Srinagar, Mar 30 (ANI): Picturesque and historic Mughal gardens have geared up to get a facelift ahead of tourist season in Srinagar.
Kolkata, March 29 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) pace spearhead Brett Lee, who also has been made the bowling mentor replacing Pakistan legend Wasim Akram, Friday said he was prepared for the new challenge.
Kolkata, March 28 (IANS) Kolkata police Thursday inspected security measures at the Eden Gardens for the upcoming Indian Premier League and expressed satisfaction at the arrangements.
Kolkata, March 28 (IANS) Admitting that the tag of defending champion added more pressure, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) coach Trevor Bayliss Thursday said the axing of their skipper Gautam Gambhir from the Indian Test team will not affect his performance in IPL's current edition beginning April 3.
Kolkata, March 28 (IANS) With a host of mobile phone apps that make cricket matches available at one's fingertips and catchy ringtones, teenagers to twenty-somethings to middle-age cricket enthusiasts in Kolkata are gearing up for the sixth edition of Pepsi Indian Premier League (IPL) matches that kicks off here at the Eden Gardens April 3.
Washington, Mar 8 (ANI): Scientists have shown that caffeine improves a honeybee's memory and could help the plant recruit more bees to spread its pollen.
Melbourne, Mar. 7 (ANI): Russell Crowe has said that he has filmed what appears to be several flying objects flying over Sydney's Royal Botanic Gardens earlier this week.
London. Mar 2(ANI): Lee Westwood played a spectacular shot what fellow golfer Keegan Bradley branded was the best shot he has ever seen, as he recorded a 68 to move deep into contention at the Honda Classic at Palm Beach Gardens on Friday.
New York, Mar 2 (ANI): Top-ranking golfer Rory McIlroy walked off the course at PGA National championship in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, blaming a sore wisdom tooth for his abrupt exit.
Massachusetts, Mar 1 (Business Wire-ANI): Bose Corporation has announced at The Honda Classic in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida that Rory McIlroy will be a Global Brand Ambassador for the company's headphones, portable speakers, home and automotive systems. McIlroy joins Bose in a multi-year agreement as he begins 2013 as the number one golfer in the world.
Manama, Feb. 22 (ANI): A festival in Saudi Arabia is attempting to enter the Guinness Book of Records by making the world's largest floral carpet, the head of the organising committee has said.
New Delhi, Feb. 15 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee will open the annual "Udyanotsav" of the Mughal Gardens of the Rashtrapati Bhavan today.
New Delhi, Feb 13 (IANS) The warm spring sunshine graciously bathes the floral carpets of exquisitely manicured lawns of Mughal Gardens adorned with myriad flowers of every description. Rashtrapati Bhavan's treasured gardens are set to be opened to the public from Friday.
Various kinds of Dahlias and Roses from the glorious famed of Mughal Gardens from Rashtrapati Bhavan are all set to welcome the visitors from Feb 16. It is ready to welcome visitors to its famed Mughal Gardens to stroll among the dahlias, roses and cyclamens basking in the warm spring sunshine
New Delhi, Feb 13 (IANS) Rashtrapati Bhavan from Feb 16 will welcome visitors to its famed Mughal Gardens to stroll among the dahlias, roses and cyclamens basking in the warm spring sunshine.
New Delhi, Feb. 13 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee will open the annual "Udyanotsav" of the Mughal Gardens of the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday.
Washington, Feb. 7 (ANI): Michelle Obama, who has been nominated for a Grammy Award for her spoken-word reading of 'American Grown: The Story of the White House Kitchen Garden and Gardens Across America,' has revealed her songs.
New Delhi, Feb 4 (IANS) A 45-year-old woman was forced to lead a drunken man to a police station here after Delhi Police failed to respond to her distress call.
London, Feb 4 (IANS) Thousands of tiny purple spheres have mysteriously popped up in the middle of America's Arizona desert, completely isolated from the rest of the terrain.
New Delhi, Jan. 28 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee met the tribal guests, tableaux artistes, tractor drivers, NSS volunteers and NCC Cadets who had participated in the Republic Day Parade - 2013 at the Central Lawn of Mughal Gardens of Rashtrapati Bhavan here yesterday.
New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) Batting great Rahul Dravid tried to be perfect in everything he did, both on and off the field. The 16 years he played international cricket, he played with dignity and humility; a gentleman cricketer to the core. On Friday, he was named among the awardees of the Padma Bhushan, India's third highest civilian award, on the eve of Republic Day.
Washington, Jan. 14 (ANI): A cat with an extraordinary sense of direction, managed to find her way back home in Florida, after she got separated from her owners while on vacation.
London, Jan. 14 (ANI): Researchers have claimed that they have found the ultimate brew - a tea made from coffee leaves - that is healthier than both the drinks.
Kolkata, Jan 3 (IANS) Successfully battling fitness problems and spot fixing allegations, Pakistan's young opener Nasir Jamshed has emerged as a hero for Pakistan in the ongoing One-Day International series against India.
Kolkata, Jan 3 (IANS) Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq Thursday credited a team effort with a special mention for his bowlers after his team won the crucial second onedayer at the Eden Gardens here to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series against India.
Kolkata, Jan 3 (IANS) Indian skipper M.S. Dhoni Thursday blamed another "disappointing batting performance" for the loss against Pakistan in the crucial second one-dayer at the Eden Gardens here, which allowed the visitors to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.
Kolkata, Jan.3 (ANI): India on Thursday lost the three-match ODI series to Pakistan, failing to reach the latter's 250-run total by 85 runs in the second one-day international in Kolkata's Eden Gardens.
Kolkata, Jan 3 (IANS) Pakistan beat India by 85 runs in the second One-Day International (ODI) here at the Eden Gardens to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.
Kolkata, Jan 3 (IANS) Opener Nasir Jamshed fired his second consecutive hundred of the series to give Pakistan a rollicking start before India fought back to run through the visitors' batting line-up in the second One-day International at the Eden Gardens here Thursday.
Kolkata, Jan 3(ANI): Pakistan have set India a gettable target of 251 in the second one-day international being played at Kolkata's Eden Gardens.
Kolkata, Jan 3 (IANS) Former Pakistan cricket captain Intikhab Alam Thursday heaped lavish praise on compatriot Nasir Jamshed, who struck a masterly century in the second One-Day International (ODI) against India at the Eden Gardens here.
Kolkata, Jan 3 (IANS) Pakistan were bowled out for 250 runs with 10 balls to spare against India in the second ODI at the Eden Gardens here Thursday.
Kolkata, Jan 2 (IANS) The seating capacity of the Eden Gardens has been pruned by around 850 seats for Thursday's crucial India-Pakistan ODI after the height of the sight screen was increased, an official said.
Kolkata, Jan 2 (IANS) Struggling with the new rules and batting blues, India have their task cut out in a must-win second ODI of the three-match series against Pakistan here Thursday.
Kolkata, Jan 2 (IANS) Batting for skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni, former India cricketer Gundappa Viswanath Wednesday refused to blame him for the team's dismal performance in the recent past and hoped Team India would bounce back against the visiting Pakistanis.
