News for '-raksha-bandhan'

PIX: Salman celebrates Raksha Bandhan with sisters

PIX: Salman celebrates Raksha Bandhan with sisters

Rediff.com19 Aug 2016

The Khan-daan's Rakhi celebrations.

I-Day Weekend Inspires Holiday Rush

I-Day Weekend Inspires Holiday Rush

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

'The upcoming long weekend has ignited strong travel intent, with robust bookings across leisure, spiritual and wellness destinations.'

Trump's Tariffs Bites Surat's Diamond Industry

Trump's Tariffs Bites Surat's Diamond Industry

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

'We will be able to anticipate the full picture of the impact after August, which is also the time when demand for a year begins to peak ahead of the December holidays and Valentine's Day.'

The Power Siblings Of Bollywood

The Power Siblings Of Bollywood

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

The bond between Bollywood's siblings is there for all to see. While some may not not worked together, they promote and support each other just as strongly.

PIX: Priyanka, Shah Rukh, Hrithik celebrate Raksha Bandhan

PIX: Priyanka, Shah Rukh, Hrithik celebrate Raksha Bandhan

Rediff.com11 Aug 2014

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

Irfan Pathan trolled again... this time for celebrating Raksha Bandhan

Irfan Pathan trolled again... this time for celebrating Raksha Bandhan

Rediff.com8 Aug 2017

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has once again found himself at the receiving end for sharing a snap of himself celebrating the festival of Raksha Bandhan, on Monday.

How India is celebrating Raksha Bandhan

How India is celebrating Raksha Bandhan

Rediff.com29 Aug 2015

On the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, many women and children came out to tie rakhis to their brothers.

A year after RG Kar doctor's rape-murder, parents await justice

A year after RG Kar doctor's rape-murder, parents await justice

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

A year after a young woman doctor was raped and murdered in Kolkata, her parents express their disappointment with the investigation and their continued pursuit of justice.

6 Raksha bandhan tales from history and mythology

6 Raksha bandhan tales from history and mythology

Rediff.com12 Aug 2011

Like all Indian festivals, the festival of rakhi has numerous tales associated with it. Here are some you may or may not have heard.

Raksha Bandhan: Share photos of you and your siblings!

Raksha Bandhan: Share photos of you and your siblings!

Rediff.com5 Aug 2014

Raksha Bandhan is around the corner and we are inviting you to share photographs of your siblings.

Raksha Bandhan recipe: Chocolate Rabri Puffs

Raksha Bandhan recipe: Chocolate Rabri Puffs

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

It's time to surprise your sibling with these delightful Raksha Bandhan treats.

'No provocative slogans, display of weapons': Yogi on Kanwar Yatra, Muharram

'No provocative slogans, display of weapons': Yogi on Kanwar Yatra, Muharram

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

"This entire period is highly sensitive in terms of law and order, healthcare, sanitation, education, and disaster management. Hence, all related departments and district administrations must work with coordination and accountability," Adityanath said, according to an official statement.

Ananya, Shanaya, Shloka's Raksha Bandan Style

Ananya, Shanaya, Shloka's Raksha Bandan Style

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

These traditional celeb-inspired looks will bring out the desi diva in you.

Raksha Bandhan gift ideas under Rs 6,000

Raksha Bandhan gift ideas under Rs 6,000

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

Gift your brother/sister something smart, useful and trendy, says Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com.

The Many, MANY Jobs Of Akshay Kumar

The Many, MANY Jobs Of Akshay Kumar

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Before he plays a lawyer in Kesari 2 next, Sukanya Verma looks at the professions Akshay has acted on screen before.

Yeh Hai India: Kamathipura Celebrates Raksha Bandhan

Yeh Hai India: Kamathipura Celebrates Raksha Bandhan

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

Sex workers in Kamathipura, central Mumbai, tie a rakhi on the postman who brings them mail -- and this week, a gift of the Tiranga.

Will Ajit Pawar get rakhi tied by Supriya Sule? 'Only if...'

Will Ajit Pawar get rakhi tied by Supriya Sule? 'Only if...'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

Maharashtra deputy CM Ajit Pawar on Monday said he is not bothered about his criticism by others and is only concerned about what key leaders of the ruling Mahayuti alliance say.

Raksha Bandhan Recipe: Jalebi and Malpua

Raksha Bandhan Recipe: Jalebi and Malpua

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

Treat your brother(s) to these delightful Indian desserts.

Bengal Governor reaches Delhi amid protests, to meet Prez

Bengal Governor reaches Delhi amid protests, to meet Prez

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose reached Delhi on Monday night amid speculations that he may meet President Droupadi Murmu and senior leaders.

UP man enters Pak to marry FB friend, lands in jail

UP man enters Pak to marry FB friend, lands in jail

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

A young Indian man was arrested in Pakistan after illegally crossing the border to meet a Facebook friend he wanted to marry. However, the woman told police she was not interested in marrying him. The man, Badal Babu, was arrested in the Mandi Bahauddin district of Pakistan's Punjab province on December 28. He had crossed the border to meet his Facebook friend, Sana Rani. Rani, in her statement to police, said she had been friends with Babu for the past two-and-a-half years but was not interested in marrying him. Babu's family has appealed to the Indian government to intervene for his release.

Celebrating Raksha Bandhan

Celebrating Raksha Bandhan

Rediff.com17 Aug 2005

This Raksha Bandhan, Get Ahead gives you a chance to say that thank you speech you've been too busy make all year.

Kolkata rape-murder: CBI debunks fake letter circulating on social media

Kolkata rape-murder: CBI debunks fake letter circulating on social media

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday dismissed a fake letter being circulated on social media in connection with the ongoing probe into the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata.

Doctor's rape: Kolkata police SIT probes ex-principal's finances

Doctor's rape: Kolkata police SIT probes ex-principal's finances

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

The Kolkata Police on Tuesday began an investigation against RG Kar Medical College and Hospital's former principal Sandip Ghosh for his alleged involvement in 'financial irregularities' in the state-run health facility, a senior officer said.

Doctor's stir continues, govt hikes security in hospitals

Doctor's stir continues, govt hikes security in hospitals

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Healthcare services remained affected at state-run hospitals in West Bengal as junior doctors continued their cease-work protest.

Would You Risk Your Life To Go To School?

Would You Risk Your Life To Go To School?

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

These government school students do. Every day.

RS pays homage to Swaraj; will miss her on Raksha Bandhan, says Naidu

RS pays homage to Swaraj; will miss her on Raksha Bandhan, says Naidu

Rediff.com7 Aug 2019

Mourning the demise "as a personal loss", Naidu expressed hope that the words and deeds of this exemplary leader will continue to inspire all those in public life.

Made a mistake by fielding my wife against my sister: Ajit Pawar

Made a mistake by fielding my wife against my sister: Ajit Pawar

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

One should not allow politics to enter home, Pawar, who is currently on a statewide 'Jan Samman Yatra', told Marathi news channel Jai Maharashtra.

Who's Akshay feeding paani puri to?

Who's Akshay feeding paani puri to?

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

'I have enjoyed working on this film. It is one of my best films,' says the star.

'From gifting me my first-ever bat...'

'From gifting me my first-ever bat...'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

'My sister has been one of the greatest gifts of life.'

Priyanka slams BJP for 'tussle with Rahul' claim

Priyanka slams BJP for 'tussle with Rahul' claim

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Her remarks in a post on X came after BJP IT department head Amit Malviya claimed that a 'tussle' was going on between Priyanka Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi.

Will Nitish Dump BJP Again?

Will Nitish Dump BJP Again?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

'Nitish Kumar may take a decision to dump the BJP alliance by November.'

Gorgeous Bhumi, Seedha Saadha Akshay

Gorgeous Bhumi, Seedha Saadha Akshay

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

Akshay Kumar invited his friends from the film industry to watch Raksha Bandhan.

Shabana On The 'Son She Never Had'

Shabana On The 'Son She Never Had'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Shabana Azmi looks forward to Raksha Bandhan like a dutiful sister.

Would have brought entire NCP with me had BJP, Sena ....: Ajit Pawar

Would have brought entire NCP with me had BJP, Sena ....: Ajit Pawar

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

The NCP chief has not concealed his ambition to occupy the top post in the state in the past.

Ajit Pawar's son to contest from Baramati? Dy CM says...

Ajit Pawar's son to contest from Baramati? Dy CM says...

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

Ajit Pawar also said he was "not interested" in contesting elections anymore.

Shop safely this Raksha Bandhan

Shop safely this Raksha Bandhan

Rediff.com3 Aug 2009

Here are seven rules that will help you secure your online shopping this festive season beginning with Raksha Bandhan.

Hrithik, Varun, Kartik Celebrate Their Siblings

Hrithik, Varun, Kartik Celebrate Their Siblings

Rediff.com12 Aug 2022

While Bollywood stars and their children have posted some loved-up pictures on Raksha Bandhan, there's a whole lot more!

Aamir Vs Akshay: Who Will Win BO Battle?

Aamir Vs Akshay: Who Will Win BO Battle?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2022

This is the fourth time in three decades that Aamir Khan and Akshay Kumar have had movie releases on the same day.

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.

Sisters Out To Shop For Rakhis

Sisters Out To Shop For Rakhis

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

With Raksha Bandhan just two Fridays away, sisters are shopping in earnest for rakhis.