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Tirupati Laddu Reignites Political Battle In Andhra Pradesh

Tirupati Laddu Reignites Political Battle In Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

With TDP and YSRCP trying to score political points, the sacred laddu may well create a storm in days to come.

NCERT's Fresh Take on Akbar, Aurangzeb

NCERT's Fresh Take on Akbar, Aurangzeb

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

The book, to be introduced in schools from the 2025-2026 academic year, marks a shift in tone in its portrayal of the Mughal emperors, offering detailed accounts of conquest, religious decisions, cultural contributions, and brutality.

Israeli tourist among 2 women gang-raped near Hampi, male friend killed

Israeli tourist among 2 women gang-raped near Hampi, male friend killed

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

Two women, including a 27-year-old Israeli tourist, were allegedly gang-raped while stargazing on the banks of Sanapur Lake near Hampi, police said on Saturday.

11 Enchanting, Must-Visit Temples

11 Enchanting, Must-Visit Temples

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

Steep yourself in the atmosphere of some of most revered Hindu temples in India.

Salman Rushdie speaks for 1st time after 'colossal attack'

Salman Rushdie speaks for 1st time after 'colossal attack'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

'I'm lucky. What I really want to say is that my main overwhelming feeling is gratitude'

Cong locked Lord Ram, now it wants to lock up Hanuman worshippers: PM

Cong locked Lord Ram, now it wants to lock up Hanuman worshippers: PM

Rediff.com2 May 2023

He called it the party's attempt at trying to lock up those who worship Hanuman. He claimed that the Congress had earlier locked up Lord Rama and now it wanted to lock up those who chant 'Jai Bajrang Bali' (Hail Hanuman).

Hampi dazzles on 500th anniversary

Hampi dazzles on 500th anniversary

Rediff.com29 Jan 2010

The grandeur of the mighty Vijayanagara Empire was revived in Karnataka on the 500th anniversary of its emperor Krishna Deva Raya's coronation.

Photo Essay: The royal ruins of Hampi

Photo Essay: The royal ruins of Hampi

Rediff.com4 Mar 2011

Sanjeev Nayyar recently visited Hampi festival and came back with these lovely pictures and charming stories to tell!

'Aurangzeb also ordered protection of Varanasi temples'

'Aurangzeb also ordered protection of Varanasi temples'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

'Aurangzeb supported construction of the Kumarswamy math and the reconstruction of the Kedar temple and supported the Jangambadi math in Banaras.'

How Janardhana Reddy converted Rs 100 cr into white, suicide note explains

How Janardhana Reddy converted Rs 100 cr into white, suicide note explains

Rediff.com7 Dec 2016

Ramesh Gowda accused Reddy and a KAS officer of mentally torturing him.

G Janardhana Reddy, still a force in Karnataka politics

G Janardhana Reddy, still a force in Karnataka politics

Rediff.com26 Nov 2016

The wedding celebrations show the controversial mining baron retains influence over elected representatives, whichever party is in power.

5 days after Reddy wedding in Bengaluru, income tax surveys on vendors

5 days after Reddy wedding in Bengaluru, income tax surveys on vendors

Rediff.com21 Nov 2016

Officials said that taxmen visited seven locations in Bengaluru and three in Hyderabad of those event management companies which were given contracts to give a blockbuster look for the wedding of Bramhani last week.

No state honours during funeral, says Girish Karnad's family

No state honours during funeral, says Girish Karnad's family

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

Karnad, a recipient of Jnanpith Award, was also conferred the Padma Shri in 1974 and the Padma Bhushan in 1992.

Political slugfest erupts as President praises Tipu in speech

Political slugfest erupts as President praises Tipu in speech

Rediff.com25 Oct 2017

Leader of Opposition in the Legislative Council K S Eshwarappa alleged that the government has 'misused' the office of the President by getting Tipu's name mentioned in the speech.

Bangalore is officially Bengaluru from now

Bangalore is officially Bengaluru from now

Rediff.com1 Nov 2014

It's official! Bangalore is now Bengaluru, Mangalore is Mangaluru and Mysore is Mysuru from Saturday as Karnataka turned 68.

Tipu controversy: Girish Karnad apologises

Tipu controversy: Girish Karnad apologises

Rediff.com11 Nov 2015

Under severe attack for his remarks that Bengaluru International airport should have been named after 18th century Mysore ruler Tipu Sultan rather than the city founder Kempegowda, Jnanpith awardee Girish Karnad on Wednesday offered his apology.

'Tipu would have enjoyed status of Shivaji if he was Hindu,' says Karnad

'Tipu would have enjoyed status of Shivaji if he was Hindu,' says Karnad

Rediff.com10 Nov 2015

Jnanpith awardee Girish Karnad on Tuesday said 18th century Mysore ruler Tipu Sultan would have enjoyed the same status as of Maratha king Chhatrapathi Shivaji, if he was a Hindu and not a Muslim.

Tipu row: Karnad gets death threats; BJP wants CM to quit

Tipu row: Karnad gets death threats; BJP wants CM to quit

Rediff.com12 Nov 2015

Jnanpith awardee Girish Karnad and Bharatiya Janata Party Member of Parliament Prathap Simha have allegedly received death threats on social media as the controversy rages in Karnataka over the birth anniversary celebrations of 18th century Mysore ruler Tipu Sultan.

Good/Bad/Ugly: What will Obama's visit be like for India?

Good/Bad/Ugly: What will Obama's visit be like for India?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2015

'The real test will be in defence-related deals, for instance the Javelin anti-tank missile: Is the US willing to co-develop something with India, on terms that will support the 'Make in India' initiative? Is there defence technology transfer? Or will it dump old junk on India?' asks Rajeev Srinivasan.