Kunal Dutt And Asim Kamal

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Ayodhya adorned with 30-ft pillars with orb resembling the Sun

Ayodhya adorned with 30-ft pillars with orb resembling the Sun

Rediff.com   27 Dec 2023

As Ayodhya gears up for the consecration ceremony at the Ram temple next month, a set of imposing sun-themed pillars -- 'Surya Stambhs' -- are being installed along a prominent road of the temple town.

Facilities that make 70-acre Ram temple complex 'atmanirbhar'

Facilities that make 70-acre Ram temple complex 'atmanirbhar'

Rediff.com   26 Dec 2023

The complex will be atmanirbhar in its own way as it will have two sewerage treatment plants, one water treatment plant and a dedicated line from powerhouse, he said.

Will Gehlot's welfare schemes help Congress buck trend in Rajasthan?

Will Gehlot's welfare schemes help Congress buck trend in Rajasthan?

Rediff.com   22 Nov 2023

With no apparent wave on the ground or pressing everyday issues, that's what it boils down for voters as Rajasthan readies for assembly polls this week.

Avoid objectionable activities in Metro: DMRC chief

Avoid objectionable activities in Metro: DMRC chief

Rediff.com   19 Nov 2023

With a string of controversial videos made in Delhi Metro trains and premises going viral in the last several months, Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) chief Vikas Kumar has appealed to people to refrain from engaging in 'objectionable' activities and said steps were being taken to curb such incidents.

Forgive, forget and...: Pilot on Gehlot's past swipes

Forgive, forget and...: Pilot on Gehlot's past swipes

Rediff.com   14 Nov 2023

"Whoever said all those words you mentioned, I did not respond in kind because it is not the way I am built and we now have to move on, let bygones be bygones, whatever was said, we need to forget and move forward. It is not about individuals or positions or someone's statements now. It is about the country and the party," Pilot said.

70 Hour Week: 'Far Too Ambitious'

70 Hour Week: 'Far Too Ambitious'

Rediff.com   31 Oct 2023

Doctors warn that overwork is leading to lifestyle diseases like diabetes and spondylitis.

Singhdeo says Baghel top choice for CM post, rules out any rift with him

Singhdeo says Baghel top choice for CM post, rules out any rift with him

Rediff.com   29 Oct 2023

Asked about the talk of a rift between him and Chief Minister Baghel during the tenure of the government in the last five years, Singhdeo said there were no differences as such.

Telangana polls: We will field properly and win on this pitch, says Azhar

Telangana polls: We will field properly and win on this pitch, says Azhar

Rediff.com   29 Oct 2023

Asked about him sticking with the Congress since he got the parliamentary polls ticket from Moradabad in 2009, he said loyalty is very important to him since the beginning.

Territorial Army inducts Mandarin language experts, to be part of border talks

Territorial Army inducts Mandarin language experts, to be part of border talks

Rediff.com   8 Oct 2023

The batch of five experts will also play a role as interpreters between India and China sides during border personnel meetings, sources said.

C-295 fleet will become backbone of tactical airlift capability: Ex-IAF chief

C-295 fleet will become backbone of tactical airlift capability: Ex-IAF chief

Rediff.com   25 Sep 2023

Former IAF chief Bhadauria said this aircraft is "state-of-the-art" and "hugely capable".

India set to bid farewell to old Parliament building

India set to bid farewell to old Parliament building

Rediff.com   17 Sep 2023

Historians and conservation architects describe the old edifice as a "repository of India's history" and its "democratic ethos", and an "architectural jewel" of Delhi.

What Sunak, Akshata did at Akshardham for 45 minutes

What Sunak, Akshata did at Akshardham for 45 minutes

Rediff.com   10 Sep 2023

Britain's Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Sunday visited the Akshardham temple here with his wife Akshata Murty and said it is not only a place of worship but also a landmark that portrays India's values.

G20: India's architectural heritage takes centre stage

G20: India's architectural heritage takes centre stage

Rediff.com   10 Sep 2023

From the 13th century Konark temple of Odisha to the ancient Nalanda University in Bihar, the G20 Summit venue in New Delhi has put a spotlight on the rich architectural heritage of India.

Spouses of G20 leaders savour street food, millet dishes

Spouses of G20 leaders savour street food, millet dishes

Rediff.com   9 Sep 2023

"First ladies from Turkiye, Japan, the UK, Australia and Mauritius, among others visited the exhibition at NGMA (National Gallery of Modern Art)," the source added.

What's cooking at President's dinner for G20 leaders

What's cooking at President's dinner for G20 leaders

Rediff.com   8 Sep 2023

Officials are tight-lipped on the exact menu but it is expected to reflect India's culinary diversity.

Rig Veda, 'Magna Carta' to be exhibited at G20 summit

Rig Veda, 'Magna Carta' to be exhibited at G20 summit

Rediff.com   2 Sep 2023

The exhibition of artefacts -- in physical and digital formats -- will be done on the same floor level where the leaders' meetings will take place, and they will walk through this 'cultural corridor' while moving into and out of the summit room, official sources said.

INDIA leaders decide to be ready for NDA 'surprises', early polls

INDIA leaders decide to be ready for NDA 'surprises', early polls

Rediff.com   1 Sep 2023

Top leaders of the Opposition's Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) held talks in an informal setting in Mumbai on Thursday evening to chart out a concrete roadmap and evolve a structure for cooperation among the alliance partners to take on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls.

Army seeks quantum jump in capabilities, inks Rs 7,600-cr deal for equipments

Army seeks quantum jump in capabilities, inks Rs 7,600-cr deal for equipments

Rediff.com   14 Aug 2023

Sources in the military establishment also said the present global scenario "necessitates a flexible and adaptive approach" to tackle defence and national security challenges.

Singhdeo backs Baghel as CM if Cong retains power in Chhattisgarh

Singhdeo backs Baghel as CM if Cong retains power in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com   23 Jul 2023

He also predicted the Congress was likely to bag another resounding mandate in the 90-member assembly, saying some are projecting 75-plus seats for his party but his estimate is anywhere between 60 to 75-plus.

Demand to discussion Manipur in Parliament non-negotiable: Jairam

Demand to discussion Manipur in Parliament non-negotiable: Jairam

Rediff.com   19 Jul 2023

Ramesh stressed that the prime minister should participate in the debate on Manipur.