News for '-nashik'

Looking At Varun's 'Happy Place'

Looking At Varun's 'Happy Place'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

Aahana-Karisma make new friends... Divya takes a taxi ride... Nia goes bungee-jumping...

Saving India, One Helmet At A Time

Saving India, One Helmet At A Time

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

Inspiring story of India's 'Helmet Man' goes viral.

'We told govt we were not their puppets'

'We told govt we were not their puppets'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

'We told the government that we won't dance to their tunes this time.'

5 Ways To Eat Misal, The World's Top Vegan Dish

5 Ways To Eat Misal, The World's Top Vegan Dish

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

A look at the several varieties of Misal Pav you must try.

Crisis in Maharashtra Congress deepens as Thorat quits as CLP leader

Crisis in Maharashtra Congress deepens as Thorat quits as CLP leader

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Maharashtra Congress leader Balasaheb Thorat on Tuesday resigned as the state legislature party head, a day after his letter to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge over apparent friction with state unit chief Nana Patole came out, party sources said.

MVA leads over BJP in Amravati council poll, may make it 3-1

MVA leads over BJP in Amravati council poll, may make it 3-1

Rediff.com3 Feb 2023

In a setback to the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party-Balasahebanchi Shiv Sena combine in Maharashtra, the Opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi-backed candidates clinched two of the five legislative council seats which were up for grabs in biennial elections from teachers and graduates segments, and appeared poised to bag a third seat also.

Electoral bonds: Congress flags mismatch in donor, recipient files

Electoral bonds: Congress flags mismatch in donor, recipient files

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

It also asked why the data shared pertained to a period from April 2019 even though the scheme for anonymous political funding was introduced in 2017.

Consecration at 12.20 pm on Jan 22, no darshan on 20-21

Consecration at 12.20 pm on Jan 22, no darshan on 20-21

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

General secretary of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Champat Rai on Monday announced that the idol of Lord Ram will be placed at its position at the 'garbh griha' of the temple on January 18 and Pran Pratishtha will take place at 12.20 pm on January 22.

What action taken on lynchings, cow vigilantism, SC asks states

What action taken on lynchings, cow vigilantism, SC asks states

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

The Supreme Court on Tuesday asked various state governments to apprise it in six weeks on the action taken in incidents of mob lynching and cow vigilantism.

Modi begins 11-day special ritual for Ram temple event

Modi begins 11-day special ritual for Ram temple event

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

He said God has chosen him as an instrument to represent all Indians during the 'Pran Pratishtha' exercise and that he is undertaking the special religious exercise keeping this in mind.

Maha Samruddhi E-way crane mishap toll rises to 20; 2 contractors booked

Maha Samruddhi E-way crane mishap toll rises to 20; 2 contractors booked

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

It was a special-purpose mobile gantry crane used in bridge construction and to install precast box girders in highway construction projects.

Religious meet to end Lord Hanuman's birthplace row put off as seers clash

Religious meet to end Lord Hanuman's birthplace row put off as seers clash

Rediff.com31 May 2022

On Tuesday, the dharmasabha started on a heated note first over seating arrangements, and then on other issues, including taunts aimed at each other, they said.

Drug case accused Lalit Patil held in Bengaluru, claims he was made to run

Drug case accused Lalit Patil held in Bengaluru, claims he was made to run

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

He was on Wednesday produced before a magistrate in suburban Andheri which remanded him in police custody till October 23 in the same mephedrone seizure case.

Amid 'confusion' in MVA on council polls, Raut says Uddhav group can't make sacrifices

Amid 'confusion' in MVA on council polls, Raut says Uddhav group can't make sacrifices

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

Raut said his party has decided to support independent candidate Shubhangi Patil from the Nashik division graduates constituency after she sought backing from former chief minister Uddhav Thackeray.

Woke up due to loud sound and ran out: Maha bus tragedy survivor

Woke up due to loud sound and ran out: Maha bus tragedy survivor

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

'We are lucky to have survived'

What Modi offered at Ram temple in Ayodhya

What Modi offered at Ram temple in Ayodhya

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented gifts from Sri Ranganath Swamy temple in Tiruchirapalli to the newly constructed Ram temple in Ayodhya.

Big electric spark before Samruddhi girder collapse, says survivor

Big electric spark before Samruddhi girder collapse, says survivor

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

A "big spark" in the electricity pole providing power to the girder launcher preceded its collapse during the construction of a viaduct for the Samruddhi Expressway in Maharashtra's Thane district a day ago, in which at least 20 persons were killed, the police said on Wednesday.

Tushar Gandhi sues Hindutva leader Sambhaji Bhide over Bapu slur

Tushar Gandhi sues Hindutva leader Sambhaji Bhide over Bapu slur

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

Gandhi maintained when he submitted the complaint application against Bhide, the police said they would seek legal opinion before moving forward in the matter.

Sharvari Gets Caught!

Sharvari Gets Caught!

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

Amruta is in Nashik... Karisma returns to work...Raveena tours Madhya Pradesh...

MVA allies seal poll pact in Maharashtra as Cong 'steps back'

MVA allies seal poll pact in Maharashtra as Cong 'steps back'

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

The opposition's Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition in Maharashtra on Tuesday announced its seat-sharing arrangement for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections with the Shiv Sena-Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray securing a substantial portion with 21 seats, while the Congress will contest 17 seats, and the Nationalist Congress Party-Sharadchandra Pawar 10 seats.

The Highlight Of Madhuri's US Trip?

The Highlight Of Madhuri's US Trip?

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

Sonal prefers breakfast in the pool... Gul flies a plane...Karishma is in Turkiye...

A Rogue Wave Rising In The North

A Rogue Wave Rising In The North

Rediff.com21 May 2024

While people voted in a fifth round that will set the tone as this election rounds into the straight, and while Modi on the stump chews the cud of personal grievances and hackneyed promises that have long since passed their use-by date, there is a rogue wave rising -- what damage it will do, we will know 16 days from today, observes Prem Panicker.

Fadnavis orders probe into non-Hindus forcing way into Trimbakeshwar temple

Fadnavis orders probe into non-Hindus forcing way into Trimbakeshwar temple

Rediff.com16 May 2023

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday ordered the setting up of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) for a probe into the alleged attempt by a group of people from a different religion to force their way into the famous Trimbakeshwar temple in Nashik.

UNESCO Nominated: 12 Amazing Forts

UNESCO Nominated: 12 Amazing Forts

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

Know the forts India has nominated to the UNESCO World Heritage list.

Menstruating girls prevented from planting saplings in Maha

Menstruating girls prevented from planting saplings in Maha

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

The class 12 student of the science faculty claimed the teacher had told her and others that trees will not grow and burn if girls with periods plant them.

Govt to procure 200K-tonne onions amid farmer protest

Govt to procure 200K-tonne onions amid farmer protest

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

Barely days after imposing a 40 per cent export tax on onions to cool down soaring prices, which, in turn, triggered widespread protests across the main growing belts, the Centre on Tuesday sought to mitigate both political and economic tensions gripping parts of Maharashtra. It decided to procure an additional 200,000 tonnes of onions at Rs 2,410 per quintal for its buffer stock from farmers, a rate that is strikingly close to the price at which they were being exported before the 40 per cent duty was levied on August 19. The export price before the imposition of the duty stood at around $320 per tonne free on board (approximately Rs 2,650 per quintal).

Maha council poll: Jolt to BJP as MVA bags 3 of 5 seats

Maha council poll: Jolt to BJP as MVA bags 3 of 5 seats

Rediff.com4 Feb 2023

The Congress on Friday won the Amravati division graduates constituency, taking the tally of the Opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) to three in elections for five Maharashtra Legislative Council seats, a result which has come as a jolt to the ruling Bharatiya Janta Party-Balasahebnachi Shiv Sena alliance.

Over 60% vote in Phase V of LS polls; highest in Bengal, lowest in Maha

Over 60% vote in Phase V of LS polls; highest in Bengal, lowest in Maha

Rediff.com21 May 2024

Over 60 per cent voter turnout was recorded on Monday in 49 constituencies in six states and two Union territories in the fifth phase of Lok Sabha elections, with Baramulla in Jammu and Kashmir recording its highest-ever voting percentage.

Tulsi lake overflows after heavy rains in Mumbai, relief from water cut likely

Tulsi lake overflows after heavy rains in Mumbai, relief from water cut likely

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

This is expected to bring relief to citizens facing 10 per cent water cut since the beginning of this month.

Tushar Gandhi files complaint against Sambhaji Bhide

Tushar Gandhi files complaint against Sambhaji Bhide

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

Bhide, known as 'Bhide Guruji' among his followers, is accused of making offensive remarks about Mahatma Gandhi's lineage in his speech during a programme in Amravati district in the last week of July.

Do You Know Your Indian Street Food?

Do You Know Your Indian Street Food?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

Test your knowledge of Indian street food with this fun quiz!

Why Is This Child Opening Libraries?

Why Is This Child Opening Libraries?

Rediff.com10 May 2023

Akarshana Sathish collected 4,834 books and used them to open three libraries for children in Hyderabad.

LS intruder wished to join army, wanted Rs 4000 per month

LS intruder wished to join army, wanted Rs 4000 per month

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

Amol Shinde (25), a resident of Zari village in Chakur tehsil of Latur, was arrested on Wednesday along with Neelam, 42, of Haryana's Hisar, after they opened gas canisters that emitted smoke outside the Parliament building and shouted Tanashahi Nahi Chalegi (dictatorship will not be allowed), "Bharat Mata Ki Jai" and "Jai Bhim, Jai Bharat".

Why Election 2024 Is So Subdued...

Why Election 2024 Is So Subdued...

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

'It's dull because this time the election is spread over such a long period.'

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

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

Rediff.com27 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.

'Raj Thackeray Should Have Opposed Modi-Shah'

'Raj Thackeray Should Have Opposed Modi-Shah'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2024

'Maharashtra's asmita was crushed under Delhi's feet.' 'Marathi Manoos is definitely angry.'

88 killed in accidents on Maha's Samruddhi Expressway in 6 months: Official

88 killed in accidents on Maha's Samruddhi Expressway in 6 months: Official

Rediff.com2 Jul 2023

A total of 39 fatal accidents have taken place on the Nagpur-Mumbai expressway since December last year when it was partially thrown open, the official said citing data.

3D Printer Creates Post Office!

3D Printer Creates Post Office!

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

This post Office in Bengaluru has been constructed using 3D printing technology.

Maha registers 12 cases across 6 districts over social media posts, 6 booked

Maha registers 12 cases across 6 districts over social media posts, 6 booked

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

The arrested person is identified as a 29-year-old man from Kolhapur who allegedly used Tipu Sultan's image with the caption 'Bharat Ka Raja' on social media, which caused enmity between two communities, he said.

Will Ayodhya Be 2024's Top Tourist Destination?

Will Ayodhya Be 2024's Top Tourist Destination?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

With the Ram Mandir scheduled to open its doors to visitors in January, Ayodhya is expected to welcome travelers both from India and abroad.