Everything you need to know about Sivan Chetty Gardens P.o.: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more
Everything you need to know about Sivan Chetty Gardens P.o.: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more
New Delhi, May 22 (IANS) Sachin Tendulkar will not take further part in the Indian Premier League owing to an injury on his left hand, his team Mumbai Indians said Wednesday.
Mumbai, May 21 (IANS) Actor Manoj Bajpayee, currently shooting for his upcoming movie "Saat Uchakkey" in the capital, was really impressed sharing thoughts with "talented actor" Kay Kay Menon.
Mumbai, May 20 (IANS) Despite an over two-decade stint in filmmaking business and quite a few hits to his credit, director Sangeeth Sivan calls himself a struggler in comparison to his filmmaker brother Santosh Sivan.
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.
Mumbai, May 15 (IANS) Bobby Deol, who is playing a huge Salman Khan fan in his forthcoming comedy "Yamla Pagla Deewana 2", will be seen imitating the superstar's signature steps in the song "Changli changli".
Mumbai, May 14 (IANS) All films should not be measured with the same yardstick, feels director Sangeeth Sivan, and suggests that those who don't have an appetite for over-the-top comedy should avoid "Yamla Pagla Deewana 2" (YPD2).
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.
Mumbai, May 11 (IANS) After working with Deols in "Yamla Pagla Deewana 2", director Sangeeth Sivan wants to restart "Cheers" with them.
Mumbai, May 10 (IANS) The makers of "Yamla Pagla Deewana 2" have decided to have a premiere of the comedy film in Birmingham, Britain, where the entire movie was shot.
Mumbai, May 9 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan is elated with the fact that the music of his debut Hollywood project "The Great Gatsby" has topped the music charts.
Mumbai, May 9 (IANS) Starting his career with Malayalam cinema and making films like "Vyooham" and "Snehapoorvam Anna", Sangeeth Sivan got attracted to Bollywood because of its wider reach and bigger budgets.
Mumbai, May 9 (IANS) Yesteryears He Man Dharmendra, who has been in the industry for more than five decades and has worked in over 250 films, says these days people are giving more importance to the promotion of a film.
Mumbai, May 9 (IANS) From serious roles and comedies to romance and action, Dharmendra stepped into all kind of roles in his heydays and says he see his reflection in Salman Khan, who, just like him, does everything to entertain the audiences.
New Delhi, May 8 (ANI): The Deol clan organized the music launch of 'Yamla Pagla Deewana 2' in Mumbai.
Mumbai, May 8 (IANS) The music launch of "Yamla Pagla Deewana 2" Tuesday was a star- studded event with Bollywood celebrities like Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Hritik Roshan, Riteish Deshmukh, Genelia D'Souza, Rakesh Roshan, Kunal Kohli, and Juhi Chawla making the occasion extra special.
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.
New Delhi, April 29 (IANS) Yash Raj Film (YRF) Music has acquired the worldwide music and digital rights of action-comedy "Yamla Pagla Deewana 2" starring the Deol trio -- Dharmendra, Sunny and Bobby.
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 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.
Mumbai, April 15 (IANS) Veteran actor Dharmendra, who ruled showbiz in the 1970s and 1980s, says he only wanted to be in people's heart and not in people's mind, and was never in the ball-game of being called the number one actor.
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 10 (IANS) Foreign filmmakers wishing to shoot in India would find the going hassle-free with the government planning to provide them a single window clearance for their ventures.
New Delhi, Apr. 10 (ANI): Information and Broadcasting Minister Manish Tewari has said that his ministry was in the process of issuing a notification shortly regarding the constitution of an Inter-Ministerial Empowered Committee, which would provide single window clearance for shooting of foreign films in India.
New Delhi, April 10 (IANS) The 24th edition of Limca Book of Records, launched here Wednesday, is an Indian cinema special, celebrating hundred years of the industry.
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.
New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) There has lately been a lot of hoopla about the Rs.100 crore club, but Sunny Deol, who has been active in filmdom for three decades, says the trend has been there as long as he can remember - but it was never hyped.
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) 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.
New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) While grooming his son for filmdom, Sunny Deol teaches the 21-year-old Karan to carve a niche for himself on the basis of hard work and honesty.
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.
Mumbai, March 31 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has liked the trailer of forthcoming comedy "Yamla Pagla Deewana 2", which stars three Deols - Dharmendra and his sons Sunny and Bobby.
Kolkata, March 30 (IANS) Lamenting the dearth of good story writers in Bollywood, veteran actor Dharmendra, best known for his performance in the National Award winner "Satyakam", Saturday here said that every politician should watch the Hrishikesh Mukherjee directed 1969 classic.
Kolkata, March 30 (IANS) Foraying into Bollywood with Sangeeth Sivan's "Yamla Pagla Deewana 2", a sequel to the original, Kristina Akheeva, an Australian model working in India, said Saturday Bollywood is of "international standard" and is becoming popular Down Under.
Kolkata, March 30 (IANS) Legendary Bollywood actor Dharmendra Saturday said his "heart weeps" for actor Sanjay Dutt, who was sentenced to five years in jail by the Supreme Court March 21 for illegal arms possession during the 1993 Mumbai bomb blasts.
Srinagar, Mar 30 (ANI): Picturesque and historic Mughal gardens have geared up to get a facelift ahead of tourist season in Srinagar.
New Delhi, March 30 (IANS) Bollywood actor Bobby Deol, busy promoting his forthcoming film, Sangeeth Sivan's comedy drama "Yamla Pagla Deewana 2" (YPD) - a sequel to the original, says working with father Dharmendra gives him a chance to be friends with him.
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.
New Delhi, March 29 (IANS) Be it action, comedy or drama, Bobby Deol has tried his hand at various genres over the 18 years that he has been in Bollywood -- he is still exploring and says there is nothing like a perfect role for an actor.
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.
Mumbai, March 28 (IANS) Veteran actor Dharmendra, who is ready with "Yamla Pagla Deewana 2", says the Deols may go for part three of the comedy.
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.
Mumbai, March 22 (IANS) Filmmaker Priyadarshan is not much into item songs. When an item song was brought into his last Hindi release "Tezz", he had rebelled against the producer, Ratan Jain and disowned the product. It is surprising then how he agreed to include an item song in his new film "Rangrezz".
Film: "Rangrezz"; Actors: Jackky Bhagnani, Amitosh Nagpal, Vijay Verma and Priya Anand; Director: Priyadarshan; Rating: ***
Mumbai, March 12 (IANS) Mahesh Bhatt, who had written and directed celebrated films like "Arth" and "Zakhm" based on his own life, is set to pen another biopic -- this one based on the passionate 40-year-long relationship between legendary musician Bhupen Hazarika and filmmaker Kalpana Lajmi, who will direct it.
Mumbai, March 11 (IANS) Producer Vashu Bhagnani says he was initially sceptical about his son Jackky playing a realistic role in "Rangrezz" but director Priyadarshan convinced him and now he is happy with the decision.
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.
