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In a new practice, Sengol procession escorts President to Parliament

In a new practice, Sengol procession escorts President to Parliament

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

President Murmu reached the new Parliament building in a six-horse buggy accompanied by the Presidential Bodyguards riding horses.

Doesn't The Vindhyagiri Look Awesome?

Doesn't The Vindhyagiri Look Awesome?

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

INS Vindhyagiri was launched by President Droupadi Murmu, the Supreme Commander of India's armed forces, in Kolkata on Thursday, August 17, 2023.

The Kiss You Loved To Read About

The Kiss You Loved To Read About

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

The year saw its share of news and views. But there were some that really stood out for our readers.

Ethics panel recommends expelling Mahua Moitra from LS, Cong MP votes in favour

Ethics panel recommends expelling Mahua Moitra from LS, Cong MP votes in favour

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

According to sources, Preneet Kaur, a Congress MP, is believed to have voted in support of the report.

At 30, Anant Goenka takes over as Ceat Managing Director

At 30, Anant Goenka takes over as Ceat Managing Director

Rediff.com13 Mar 2012

Anant Goenka, 30, son of RPG Group chairman Harsh Goenka, will take over as managing director of Ceat, where he is currently deputy managing director a post the tyre producer created two years ago.

Why Are They Burning Zoramthanga Effigy?

Why Are They Burning Zoramthanga Effigy?

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

In Imphal, Manipur's capital, Meitei anger was directed at Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga, who protestors alleged was interfering in the internal affairs of the state.

Is Jaishankar Ignoring Chinese Minister?

Is Jaishankar Ignoring Chinese Minister?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Dr Jaishankar, right, appears to look away from Wang Yi, second from right, at the East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers Meeting in Jakarta, Indonesia, Friday, July 14, 2023.

Ever Seen Didi Playing Dandiya...

Ever Seen Didi Playing Dandiya...

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

What some of our leaders were up to on Thursday, September 7, 2023.

Byju's EGM gets underway; investors file suit in NCLT

Byju's EGM gets underway; investors file suit in NCLT

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

An Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) of Byju's shareholders got underway on Friday to vote on a resolution brought by some investors to ouster founder CEO Byju Raveendran and his family over alleged "mismanagement and failures". Raveendran and his family stayed away from the EGM, calling it "procedurally invalid."

Meet Ganga, First Cloned Calf

Meet Ganga, First Cloned Calf

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

The National Dairy Research Institute at Karnal, Haryana, has developed India's first cloned female calf.

School Kids Cheer World Cup 2023

School Kids Cheer World Cup 2023

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

Several hundred students from Mumbai schools including 20 school-cricket teams, got the opportunity to take photographs with the ICC Men's Cricket ODI World Cup Trophy at the Bombay Scottish school situated at Mahim, north central Mumbai.

Venkaiah Naidu, Vyjayantimala, Chiranjeevi awarded Padma Vibhushan

Venkaiah Naidu, Vyjayantimala, Chiranjeevi awarded Padma Vibhushan

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

The home ministry on Thursday announced the Padma awards which included five Padma Bhushan, 17 Padma Bhushan and 110 Padma Shri.

BKU Mahapanchayat Targets WFI Chief

BKU Mahapanchayat Targets WFI Chief

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

A Mahapanchayat was convened on June 1, 2023 by Bharatiya Kisan Union President Naresh Tikait in support of the wrestlers demanding Wrestling Federation of India President and Bharatiya Janata Party MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh's arrest.

When Thala Fandom Erupted In Chennai

When Thala Fandom Erupted In Chennai

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

Chennai Super Kings couldn't keep their excitement in check when their beloved Thala returned to Chepauk after four long years on Monday, April 3, 2023.

Modi, Vasundhara's Faces Say It All!

Modi, Vasundhara's Faces Say It All!

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

What some of our leaders were up to on Thursday, October 5, 2023.

And Sharad Pawar Arrives...

And Sharad Pawar Arrives...

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

Scenes from day two of the Opposition conclave in Bengaluru on Tuesday, July 18, 2023.

Mumbai Gets Undersea Tunnel

Mumbai Gets Undersea Tunnel

Rediff.com31 May 2023

On Tuesday, May 30, 2023, the BrihanMumbai Municipal Corporation finished the excavation work for the second and final undersea tunnel being built as part of the Mumbai Coastal Road Project from Swarajya Bhoomi (Girgaon Chowpatty) to Priyadarshini Park.

My 5 Top OTT Films of 2023

My 5 Top OTT Films of 2023

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

There's been so much interesting content on OTT. Subhash K Jha picks his Best Original Feature Films on digital platforms.

What's Fishing In Kashmir?

What's Fishing In Kashmir?

Rediff.com29 May 2023

Villagers fish with wicker baskets during Panzath Nag, an annual, centuries-old, ritual that coincides with the Rohan Posh festival, at Qazigund in Kulgam district, south Kashmir on Monday, May 29, 2023.

It's Dogs Day Afternoon In Japan, Nepal

It's Dogs Day Afternoon In Japan, Nepal

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

Glimpses of how dogs are worshipped in two contrasting worlds, Nepal and Japan.

How Edtech Will Benefit Students in 2024

How Edtech Will Benefit Students in 2024

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Learning will become genuinely global as a result of immersive experiences. Edtech advances will increase engagement, enhance knowledge and dissolve geographical barriers, says Anant Bengani, director, Zell Education.

Recipe: Chef Karimi's Rice Kheer

Recipe: Chef Karimi's Rice Kheer

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

The simplest prasad you can offer Lord Ganesha.

Running In The Snow At 10,000 Feet

Running In The Snow At 10,000 Feet

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

225 runners took part in the second snow marathon organised at Sissu in Lahaul-Spiti, Himachal Pradesh, on Sunday, March 12, 2023.

Is This From Kashmir, Or...?

Is This From Kashmir, Or...?

Rediff.com30 May 2023

These scenes of paramilitary troops watching out for trouble are from Manipur where violence has been constant, without respite, since May 3, 2023.

List of VIPs invited for Ram temple Event

List of VIPs invited for Ram temple Event

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

While about 8,000 people are in the long list of invitees, the select list features 506 A-listers, including prominent politicians, leading industrialists, top film stars, sportspersons, diplomats, judges and high priests.

Nitish govt under fire over 'reduction in Hindu holidays' in Bihar schools

Nitish govt under fire over 'reduction in Hindu holidays' in Bihar schools

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Holidays on Ram Navami and Janmashtami, associated with the most popular of Hindu deities Lord Rama and Lord Krishna respectively, have been done away with and on the other hand, the number of days requiring schools to remain shut for Muslim festivals has been increased, Modi alleged.

SEE: Face of Ram Lalla idol at Ayodhya temple revealed

SEE: Face of Ram Lalla idol at Ayodhya temple revealed

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

The new idol of Lord Ram was placed in the sanctum sanctorum of Ayodhya's Ram Janmabhoomi temple on Thursday afternoon, ahead of the January 22 consecration ceremony.

When Eknath Shinde Greeted Modi

When Eknath Shinde Greeted Modi

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

Scenes from the National Democratic Alliance meeting at the Ashoka Hotel in New Delhi, July 18, 2023.

The First Batch Of Lady Agniveers

The First Batch Of Lady Agniveers

Rediff.com8 Mar 2023

The first batch of 100 Agniveer women personnel undergo training at the Corps of Military Police in Bengaluru.

Ethics Committee asks Mahua Moitra to appear on Nov 2

Ethics Committee asks Mahua Moitra to appear on Nov 2

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

The Lok Sabha's ethics committee on Saturday turned down Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra's request to call her after November 5 while allowing a two-day extension, as the panel asked her to appear before it for 'oral evidence' on November 2 in relation to the allegations against her.

A Hot Summer Ain't Monkey Business

A Hot Summer Ain't Monkey Business

Rediff.com10 May 2023

Yeh Hai India: Capturing Events And Moods Across Our Incredible Country.

A Havan To Save Joshimath

A Havan To Save Joshimath

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati performs a havan to save Joshimath from land subsidence at the Narsimha temple in Joshimath.

Protestors Block Army Jeep In Imphal

Protestors Block Army Jeep In Imphal

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

Over 25 people were injured in clashes as Indian Army and Rapid Action Force personnel fired tear gas shells in Kangvai and Phougakchao areas in Bishnupur district on Thursday to stop processions from proceeding to the proposed burial site violating restrictions on gatherings.

Lieutenant Rigzin Makes Ladakh Proud

Lieutenant Rigzin Makes Ladakh Proud

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi, on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, commends Lieutenant Rigzin Chorol for becoming the first woman officer from Ladakh after her husband rifleman Rigzin Khandap of 3 Ladakh Scouts laid down his life in the service of the nation.

Wayanad Welcomes Rahul With Open Arms

Wayanad Welcomes Rahul With Open Arms

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

On Tuesday, April 11, 2023, Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi visited Wayanad.

It's That Time Of The Election Year...

It's That Time Of The Election Year...

Rediff.com23 May 2023

When electoral alliances are cooked and tested in the blender of political endurance, all in prep for April-May 2024.

When A Fire Takes Away All You Had

When A Fire Takes Away All You Had

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

A woman weeps over her loss after a a major fire broke out at the Rajiv Nagar area in Patna on Thursday, March 9, 2023.

Mahua Moitra writes to LS ethics panel, seeks fresh date for appearance

Mahua Moitra writes to LS ethics panel, seeks fresh date for appearance

Rediff.com27 Oct 2023

Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has written to the ethics committee of the Lok Sabha stating that she cannot appear before it on October 31 in connection with the allegations against her due to prior engagements and will be available only after November 5.

What You Can Get With 2,000 Rs Note

What You Can Get With 2,000 Rs Note

Rediff.com24 May 2023

Glimpses of what Indians did with their 2,000 rupee notes in New Delhi, Dhanbad and Ranchi.