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'Zohran's Victory Gives Me Hope'

'Zohran's Victory Gives Me Hope'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

'His campaign reached into every community, every constituency, with a unifying platform of affordability.' 'Zohran began by listening to Trump supporters and brought many of them to his side because they too care about affordability.' 'Care for the poor is a tenet of every faith; this is the best platform to unite us.'

Bhushan sparks row with tweets on Lord Krishna

Bhushan sparks row with tweets on Lord Krishna

Rediff.com2 Apr 2017

He tried to control damage by tweeting later that his remarks had been distorted and he had no intention of hurting religious sentiments.

More than 300 hurt during Dahi Handi festivities in Mumbai

More than 300 hurt during Dahi Handi festivities in Mumbai

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

Two people died and over 300 were injured during the 'Dahi Handi' festival in Mumbai and Thane. The festival involves forming human pyramids to break pots of curd suspended in the air.

Vrindavan priests say no to barring Muslim artisans

Vrindavan priests say no to barring Muslim artisans

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

Priests at the famed Banke Bihari temple in Vrindavan have rejected a demand to stop using attires made by Muslim artisans for its deity, emphasizing that religious discrimination has no place in temple traditions. The demand was raised by a right-wing group, who argued that the deity's attire should be made only by those who adhere to "religious purity." The temple priests countered by highlighting the historical contributions of Muslim artisans to temple traditions and the impracticality of replacing them.

Gujarat: Drought-hit farmers seek Lord Krishna's help

Gujarat: Drought-hit farmers seek Lord Krishna's help

Rediff.com6 Apr 2016

Fed up with cold response from district administration to their demand to declare Devbhoomi Dwarka in Ahmedabad as drought-hit, farmers on Tuesday knocked at the God's door for help and submitted a memorandum to Lord Krishna seeking divine intervention to alleviate their sufferings.

HC rejects plea to rename Shahi Idgah mosque as 'disputed structure'

HC rejects plea to rename Shahi Idgah mosque as 'disputed structure'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

The Allahabad High Court dismissed a plea seeking the use of 'disputed structure' instead of 'Shahi Eidgah Mosque' in Mathura case proceedings.

Cows give more milk if flute is played in Lord Krishna style: BJP leader

Cows give more milk if flute is played in Lord Krishna style: BJP leader

Rediff.com28 Aug 2019

Lord Krishna didn't play the flute for timepass," Assam BJP MLA Dilip Kumar Paul said.

What This Actor Shares With SRK

What This Actor Shares With SRK

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

'I knew nobody would randomly pick me and say you are a hero.'

Want A Brahmos Rakhi?

Want A Brahmos Rakhi?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Glimpses from around India that will make you smile and cry.

Lathmar Holi Marks Start Of Mathura's Colorful Celebrations

Lathmar Holi Marks Start Of Mathura's Colorful Celebrations

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Traditional Lathmar Holi festivities commenced in Nandagaon on Sunday, marking the beginning of the week-long Holi celebrations in Mathura.

Record Rs 474 Cr Insurance Cover For Ganesh Mandal

Record Rs 474 Cr Insurance Cover For Ganesh Mandal

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Of the Rs 474.4 crore insurance cover, the largest component -- Rs 375 crore -- has been allocated towards personal accident cover for volunteers.

'Lord Krishna has chosen me to be his messenger on earth'

'Lord Krishna has chosen me to be his messenger on earth'

Rediff.com9 Apr 2020

'I accept that huge responsibility very humbly.'

SC stalls UP govt's Banke Bihari temple corridor plan

SC stalls UP govt's Banke Bihari temple corridor plan

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

The Supreme Court has put on hold the Uttar Pradesh government's plan to develop the Shri Banke Bihari Temple Corridor in Vrindavan, citing a lack of consultation with key stakeholders. The court questioned the state's approach and the urgency of enacting an ordinance to take over the temple's management.

Making Lord Krishna and Kautilya relevant today

Making Lord Krishna and Kautilya relevant today

Rediff.com13 Apr 2010

Lord Krishna, Alexander The Great and Kautilya play stellar parts in Amartya Sen's discussion with Arthur J Pais. A fascinating conversation with the Nobel Laureate

Can go to any extent to uproot terror; will resume Op Sindoor if...: Govt

Can go to any extent to uproot terror; will resume Op Sindoor if...: Govt

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Decisive action has replaced dossiers and the new India can go to any extent to uproot terrorism, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Monday while stating that Operation Sindoor was on pause as the armed forces had achieved the desired objectives.

'For us, Anna Hazare is like Lord Krishna'

'For us, Anna Hazare is like Lord Krishna'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2011

Supporters of Anna Hazare gathered in Mumbai to participate in the three-day fast for a strong Lokpal look upon him as an avatar of Lord Krishna, who will deliver the country from the menace of corruption.

Modi plays flute, narrates story of Lord Krishna at Japanese school

Modi plays flute, narrates story of Lord Krishna at Japanese school

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday visited an elementary school in Tokyo and mingled with the students, narrating them the story of Lord Krishna.

This Janmashtami, hi-tech flute for Lord Krishna

This Janmashtami, hi-tech flute for Lord Krishna

Rediff.com1 Sep 2010

Renowned Indian flautist Pandit Ronu Majumdar has tweaked the traditional flute by attaching a special high-tech mixer that brings out the clarity of various special effects which the ancient musical instrument is capable of producing.

Lord Krishna Bank director murdered in Angola

Lord Krishna Bank director murdered in Angola

Rediff.com12 Feb 2004

Delhi-based businessman and director of Lord Krishna Bank Ashwini K Puri was murdered in Angolan capital Luanda on Wednesday.

SEE! Who Said What In LS Debate On Operation Sindoor

SEE! Who Said What In LS Debate On Operation Sindoor

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Here's a quick look at who spoke in the Lok Sabha on the first day of the Operation Sindoor debate.

Day after PM's snub, Swamy invokes Lord Krishna

Day after PM's snub, Swamy invokes Lord Krishna

Rediff.com28 Jun 2016

"The world is in general equilibrium. A small change in one parameter effects changes in all variables. So Krishna advised: Sukh Dukhe...," Subramanian Swamy tweeted.

In PHOTOS: BJP's latest ad depicts Modi as Lord Krishna!

In PHOTOS: BJP's latest ad depicts Modi as Lord Krishna!

Rediff.com6 Apr 2012

Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi has been depicted as Lord Krishna in a Bharatiya Janata Party advertisement published in a local newspaper on Friday. The advertisement, which is sure to kick up a controversy, has been given by BJP's Amreli district unit President Bharat Kamdar.

Why Does Kangana Want Lord Krishna's Blessings?

Why Does Kangana Want Lord Krishna's Blessings?

Rediff.com20 Sep 2022

Now that the shooting for Emergency is complete, Kangana Rananut prays for her film's success.

This 20 Year Old Danced Non-Stop For 170 Hours

This 20 Year Old Danced Non-Stop For 170 Hours

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

'I was so full of josh, with all my friends cheering me on, I gave it everything from the get-go.' 'By nightfall, the pain had set in. My legs were aching, my back was on fire and I was in tears.' 'I turned to my mom and said, "I can't do this."'

This Muslim man runs gaushala named after Lord Krishna

This Muslim man runs gaushala named after Lord Krishna

Rediff.com24 Jul 2020

'It does not make a difference to me that I do something which Hindus do'

Naga Sadhus Perform Shahi Snan

Naga Sadhus Perform Shahi Snan

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

Hundreds of Naga Sadhus took a dip in the Triveni Sangam during the Maha Kumbh Mela on the occasion of Makar Sankranti.

Janmashtami 2024: Shraddha, Shriya's Style Tips

Janmashtami 2024: Shraddha, Shriya's Style Tips

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

Take a cue from these celebs on how to add a splash of fun to your Janmashtami style.

Blind Govindas Celebrate Dahi Handi

Blind Govindas Celebrate Dahi Handi

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

Dahi Handi, part of the Janmashtami festival that marks the birth of Lord Krishna, saw enthusiastic visually impaired participants in Mumbai.

Itachuna: Regal, Rich, And A Bit Spooky

Itachuna: Regal, Rich, And A Bit Spooky

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

Rajbaris are a link to Bengal's rich past, of grand mansions, classical fine dining, and allow guests to be pretend zamindars for those few hours or days that they stay.

Bangladeshi infiltrators in Maha on 'vote jihad part 2': Fadnavis

Bangladeshi infiltrators in Maha on 'vote jihad part 2': Fadnavis

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has accused Bangladeshi migrants of seeking birth certificates illegally in the state to obtain voting rights, labeling it as "vote jihad part 2". He claimed that nearly 100 such cases have been reported in Amravati and Malegaon tehsil in Nashik. Fadnavis reiterated his government's commitment to combating anarchist forces and urged people to remain vigilant. He also lauded the BJP's performance in the recent assembly polls, attributing the victory to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership.

Why Stalin Is Pushing Keeladi Over Indus Valley

Why Stalin Is Pushing Keeladi Over Indus Valley

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

'It has the potential to sow seeds of furthering discord when the direction of the discourse is aimed at propagating the perceived supremacy of 'cultural nationalism' from a distant past over the prevailing dominance of 'Constitutional nationalism',' argues N Sathiya Moorthy.

Their religion not in danger, party is: Riteish takes on BJP

Their religion not in danger, party is: Riteish takes on BJP

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

People claim their religion is in danger, but it is their party that is in danger, and they are praying to save it, Bollywood actor Riteish Deshmukh said while campaigning for his brother and Maharashtra Congress leader.

It's like God was speaking through CJI: Kejriwal on Chandigarh order

It's like God was speaking through CJI: Kejriwal on Chandigarh order

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

Speaking in the Delhi Assembly on Wednesday, Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party convenor Arvind Kejriwal slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party over the Supreme Court overturning the outcome of the Chandigarh mayoral poll.

Lord Krishna talks of jihad in Gita: Former HM Shivraj Patil

Lord Krishna talks of jihad in Gita: Former HM Shivraj Patil

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

The Bharatiya Janata Party hit out at the Congress over Patil's remarks and accused it of playing vote bank politics.

Sobhita, Tina Celebrate Janmashtami

Sobhita, Tina Celebrate Janmashtami

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

Film folk celebrate Lord Krishna's birthday, Janmashtami.

How To Conquer Debts: The Gita Way

How To Conquer Debts: The Gita Way

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

Vatsal Ramaiya draws wisdom from the Bhagvad Gita to explain how to conquer your debts with Lord Krishna's Kritya Nash Technique.

PM inaugurates India's longest cable-stayed bridge

PM inaugurates India's longest cable-stayed bridge

Rediff.com25 Feb 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated 'Sudarshan Setu', the country's longest cable-stayed bridge of 2.32 km, on the Arabian sea connecting Beyt Dwarka island to mainland Okha in Gujarat's Devbhumi Dwarka district.

More than courage ...: Modi after diving down to pray in submerged Dwarka

More than courage ...: Modi after diving down to pray in submerged Dwarka

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

Wearing a white diving helmet and ochre robes, Modi sat cross-legged on the sea bed, folded his hands in prayers while being helped by the Navy divers and waved peacock feathers before offering them to Lord Krishna.

#Make-UpCheck: Has Kareena Done It Right?

#Make-UpCheck: Has Kareena Done It Right?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

Now, you can visit Alia's shop... Tara is festive-ready... Kangana is on holiday...

MP govt shuts down 25K shops selling meat, fish in open in 25 days

MP govt shuts down 25K shops selling meat, fish in open in 25 days

Rediff.com7 Jan 2024

The chief minister said that Lord Krishna had learnt 64 arts in Ujjain, famous for the Mahakaleshwar temple, seeking to highlight the historical and mythological importance of the city.