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Chandrayaan-3 touchdown point to be called 'Shiva Shakti': Modi at ISRO

Chandrayaan-3 touchdown point to be called 'Shiva Shakti': Modi at ISRO

Rediff.com26 Aug 2023

August 23, the day the Chandrayaan-3 lander touched down on the lunar surface, would be celebrated as 'National Space Day'.

Siddique murder: Late-night calls by 4 friends help arrest main shooter

Siddique murder: Late-night calls by 4 friends help arrest main shooter

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

The Mumbai Crime Branch and the Uttar Pradesh police Special Task Force arrested Gautam along with Anurag Kashyap, Gyan Prakash Tripathi, Akash Srivastava and Akhilendra Pratap Singh on Sunday in Uttar Pradesh's Nanpara area, near the Nepal border.

'You are not Hindu': In maiden speech as LoP, Rahul stings BJP

'You are not Hindu': In maiden speech as LoP, Rahul stings BJP

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi launched a no-holds-barred attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party in the Lok Sabha on Monday, saying the leaders of the ruling party are not Hindus as they engage in "violence and hate" round the clock, drawing massive protests from the treasury benches, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi accusing the Congress leader of calling the entire Hindu community violent.

World Boxing Championships: Shiva, Manoj in quarters, Nanao beaten

World Boxing Championships: Shiva, Manoj in quarters, Nanao beaten

Rediff.com21 Oct 2013

Rising Indian boxer Shiva Thapa (56kg) and Commonwealth Games gold-medallist Manoj Kumar(64kg) endured draining contests but came out triumphant to enter the quarterfinals on a bitter-sweet day for India in the World Boxing Championships in Almaty (Kazakhstan) on Monday.

Shiva sails into finals, Vikas settles for bronze

Shiva sails into finals, Vikas settles for bronze

Rediff.com24 Mar 2012

Shiva Thapa (56kg) was the lone Indian boxer to make the final after Olympic-bound Vikas Krishan (69kg) settled for a bronze medal following his loss in the semi-final of the 43rd men's and women's Grand Prix in Usti nad Labem, Czech Republic.

Teen sensations Shiva, Sumit make Olympic cut

Teen sensations Shiva, Sumit make Olympic cut

Rediff.com11 Apr 2012

India will have an unprecedented seven boxers in the Olympic Games after teen sensations Shiva Thapa (56kg) and Sumit Sangwan (81kg) earned their London tickets by advancing to the finals in the Asian Olympic Qualifiers in Astana, Kazakhstan.

Will Vicky Do Justice To Chhava?

Will Vicky Do Justice To Chhava?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

Ishaan P Zore doesn't think Vicky Kaushal's persona quite matches Chhatrapati Sambhaji's iconic figure.

Fun, FUN Bollywood Quiz

Fun, FUN Bollywood Quiz

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

Yogi govt renames 8 railway stations in Lucknow

Yogi govt renames 8 railway stations in Lucknow

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Eight railway stations in the Lucknow division of Northern Railways were officially renamed after saints and freedom fighters on Tuesday, officials said.

Meet 'THE BOSS!!!!'

Meet 'THE BOSS!!!!'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

Amitabh Bachchan's look in the intriguing teaser of Kalki 2898 AD has left everyone impressed, including his son Abhishek Bachchan.

Boxer Shiva loses Olympic quota box-off, settles for bronze

Boxer Shiva loses Olympic quota box-off, settles for bronze

Rediff.com14 Oct 2015

A bronze medal in his kitty, Indian boxer Shiva Thapa could not add the Olympic quota place to it despite a valiant effort in a hard-fought box-off of the World Championships in Doha on Wednesday.

Dev Deepavali: A Night When The Ganga Glows

Dev Deepavali: A Night When The Ganga Glows

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

Visiting Varanasi for Dev Deepavali should be on your bucket list.

Rahul's remarks in LS on Hindus, Modi expunged amid row

Rahul's remarks in LS on Hindus, Modi expunged amid row

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

Holding up pictures of Lord Shiva, Guru Nanak, and Jesus Christ, he referred to Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, Christianity, Buddhism and Jainism to underline the importance of fearlessness. He also cited the attributes of Lord Shiva and teachings of Guru Nanak, Jesus Christ, Buddha, and Mahavir to state that all religions and great people of the country have said "daro mat, darao mat (do not be scared, do not scare others)".

Like Abhimanyu, India trapped in BJP's 'chakravyuh': Rahul

Like Abhimanyu, India trapped in BJP's 'chakravyuh': Rahul

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

Using the Mahabharat reference as a leitmotif, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Monday claimed that an atmosphere of fear prevails all around with a group of six trapping the entire country in a 'chakravyuh' he promised would be broken by the INDIA bloc.

How the Narwals overcame grief to pursue Olympic dreams

How the Narwals overcame grief to pursue Olympic dreams

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

The 17-year-old Shiva finished a distant 14th after the qualification round and missed the eight-shooter individual finals.

Will Kangana Be A Hit in Mandi?

Will Kangana Be A Hit in Mandi?

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

Movie star Kangana Ranaut is campaigning vigorously in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, for the Lok Sabha election.

'It was to ensure...': UP govt defends kanwar yatra directive in SC

'It was to ensure...': UP govt defends kanwar yatra directive in SC

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

The Uttar Pradesh government on Friday defended its directive requiring eateries along the kanwar yatra route to display the names of their owners and staff, saying the idea was to bring in transparency, avoid 'potential confusion' and ensure a peaceful yatra.

Property at core of Mewar royal family dispute

Property at core of Mewar royal family dispute

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

A dispute over property and the right to succeed the titular head of the Mewar royal family in Udaipur, Rajasthan, has escalated into a major controversy. Vishvaraj Singh Mewar, a BJP MLA and the newly appointed titular head, was denied entry to the city palace and Eklingnathji temple by his uncle Arvind Singh Mewar and his son Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar. The incident sparked violent protests and the district administration has appointed a receiver to manage the controversial portion of the city palace where the 'Dhuni' (sacred fire) is located. This dispute raises questions about the future of the Mewar family's legacy and its historical traditions.

A night of prayer for Lord Shiva

A night of prayer for Lord Shiva

Rediff.com28 Feb 2006

Sunday, February 26 was a day of devotion for Lord Shiva

A story of Shiva: From man to god

A story of Shiva: From man to god

Rediff.com22 Mar 2010

Presenting an excerpt from The Immortals of Meluha, a mythological work on the Hindu god Shiva by Amish Tripathi.

Why Politics Will Stay On The Boil

Why Politics Will Stay On The Boil

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

It's obvious to all that the Congress is overestimating its success and the BJP is underestimating the people's message delivered through the ballot box, notes Sheela Bhatt.

Will boxers pack a punch? Tough draw for Shiva, Manoj

Will boxers pack a punch? Tough draw for Shiva, Manoj

Rediff.com5 Aug 2016

A tough draw will put their grit to test when the three-member Indian boxing team begins its Olympic campaign, aiming to lift the gloom that pervades the sport back home owing to the long-standing administrative mess.

Shiva, Vikas off to winning starts in Kazakh boxing

Shiva, Vikas off to winning starts in Kazakh boxing

Rediff.com2 May 2012

Olympic-bound Indian boxers Shiva Thapa and Vikas Krishan started their build-up for the mega-event on a winning note. Both entered the second round of the third International Republic of Kazakhstan President's Cup in Almaty.

Quiz: How Well Do You Know The Movies?

Quiz: How Well Do You Know The Movies?

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

Bollywood's FIRE POWER

Bollywood's FIRE POWER

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Bollywood doesn't need fire-breathing dragons when it has Bhai.

Boxing World Championships: Shiva assured of medal, eyes Olympic berth next

Boxing World Championships: Shiva assured of medal, eyes Olympic berth next

Rediff.com10 Oct 2015

Shiva Thapa became only the third Indian boxer ever to assure himself of a World Championships medal besides inching closer to an Olympic berth as he advanced to the semifinals with a dominating victory, in Doha, on Saturday.

Luger Shiva Keshavan carries flag for India one last time

Luger Shiva Keshavan carries flag for India one last time

Rediff.com9 Feb 2018

A teenage Keshavan shot down the luge track on a borrowed sled at Nagano in 1998 and at the age of 36, he will compete in his sixth consecutive Games at the Olympic Sliding Centre.

Jaya, Shweta, Abhishek at Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Jaya, Shweta, Abhishek at Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

Jaya Bachchan and her children Shweta Bachchan Nanda and Abhishek Bachchan prayed at the Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi on Thursday, July 11, 2024.

Vijender out of Worlds; Shiva, Nanao in pre-quarters

Vijender out of Worlds; Shiva, Nanao in pre-quarters

Rediff.com19 Oct 2013

India's top boxer Vijender Singh was knocked out after an intense second-round contest on a day of mixed fortunes for India that saw Shiva Thapa and comeback-man Nanao Singh punch their way in to the pre-quarters at the World Boxing Championships in Almaty. Kazakhstan.

Shiva, Sumit bag gold at Asian Olympic qualifier

Shiva, Sumit bag gold at Asian Olympic qualifier

Rediff.com12 Apr 2012

Teen boxers Shiva Thapa and Sumit Sangwan struck gold on Thursday, rounding off a brilliant performance by India at the Asian Olympic Qualifiers in Astana, Kazakhstan. The country bagged three berths to the London Games from the tournament to make it an unprecedented seven-strong contingent for the quadrennial extravaganza.

Kedarnath Temple Opens On Akshaya Tritiya

Kedarnath Temple Opens On Akshaya Tritiya

Rediff.com10 May 2024

The Kedarnath temple in the Garhwal Himalayas opened for devotees on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya after remaining closed during the winter.

Shiva settles for silver at Czech Grand Prix

Shiva settles for silver at Czech Grand Prix

Rediff.com25 Mar 2012

A warning in the closing few seconds cost Shiva Thapa (56kg) dearly as the promising Indian boxer settled for a silver medal after going down narrowly in the final of the 43rd men's and women's Grand Prix in Usti and Labem, Czech Republic.

Shiva Thapa qualifies for Rio Olympics; heartbreak for Mary Kom

Shiva Thapa qualifies for Rio Olympics; heartbreak for Mary Kom

Rediff.com31 Mar 2016

World Championships bronze-medallist Shiva Thapa (56kg), on Thursday, became the first Indian boxer to make the cut for this year's Olympics by entering the Asian Qualifying Tournament's final but the celebrated M C Mary Kom (51kg) failed to book her Rio Games ticket after losing in the last-four stage, in Qian'an, China.

Taj Mahal was Shiva temple, Tejo Mahal, says BJP MP

Taj Mahal was Shiva temple, Tejo Mahal, says BJP MP

Rediff.com18 Oct 2017

BJP leader Vinay Katiyar said like a Shiva temple, water drips from the ceiling in the Taj Mahal.

Like Lord Shiva drank poison, Modi endured pain: Shah on Gujarat riots ruling

Like Lord Shiva drank poison, Modi endured pain: Shah on Gujarat riots ruling

Rediff.com25 Jun 2022

'Modiji did not say anything so that there was no influence. He endured all this silently'

Shiva secures 25th place in maiden Luge World Cup finals

Shiva secures 25th place in maiden Luge World Cup finals

Rediff.com6 Dec 2014

India's Shiva Keshavan registered a respectable 25th place finish on his maiden entry into the Luge World Cup finals at the Olympic Sliding Center in Lake Placid in New York, on Saturday.

Sports Shorts: Shiva Thapa, Pooja Rani clinch gold

Sports Shorts: Shiva Thapa, Pooja Rani clinch gold

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Thursday

Devotees seek Lord Shiva's blessings on his day

Devotees seek Lord Shiva's blessings on his day

Rediff.com2 Mar 2011

The world is under the spell of Lord Shiva as his day, the MahaShivratri, is being celebrated across the globe by his devotees.

IN PICTURES: The great night of Lord Shiva

IN PICTURES: The great night of Lord Shiva

Rediff.com27 Feb 2014

Mahashivratri, one of the major Hindu festivals is dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Shiva in quarters, Suranjoy bows out

Shiva in quarters, Suranjoy bows out

Rediff.com7 Apr 2012

Teen sensation Shiva Thapa (56kg) inched closer to Olympic qualification but the London dream ended for Commonwealth Games gold-medallist Suranjoy Singh (52kg) who lost in the second round of the Asian Olympic Boxing Qualifiers in Astana, Kazakhstan on Saturday.