News for 'Allah'

The Post Office

The Post Office

Rediff.com26 Oct 2020

'Allah is there above and, with him as witness, I am giving you this money. If my Mariam's letter arrives, you must deliver it.' The clerk stood still in astonishment. 'Where must it be delivered?' 'Upon my grave!'

'We are neither terrorists nor anti-nationals'

'We are neither terrorists nor anti-nationals'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

'We are patriots who love India and the secular ideals it has always upheld.'

World's 'loneliest elephant' is finally free

World's 'loneliest elephant' is finally free

Rediff.com1 Dec 2020

Kaavan, the world's loneliest elephant, will finally get a chance to live in a place he can call home.

PICS: How the Pathan brothers celebrated Eid

PICS: How the Pathan brothers celebrated Eid

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Pathan brothers Irfan and Yusuf are the two most famous cricketers from Vadodara. The Pathans celebrated Eid on Thursday and wished their fans by posting pictures on social media. In the above picture the two brothers are seen with their father.

How the Delhi police got Tablighi Jamaat to vacate their headquarters

How the Delhi police got Tablighi Jamaat to vacate their headquarters

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

Sheela Bhatt narrates the behind-the-scenes action in the Delhi headquarters of Tablighi Jamaat that finally forced the religious sect's compliance with the coronavirus shutdown.

Why PM Modi quoted the Quran

Why PM Modi quoted the Quran

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

Describing "knowledge" as the focal point of all religions, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said South Asian region will be left behind if it does not embrace modernity.

Composer Wajid dies of coronavirus

Composer Wajid dies of coronavirus

Rediff.com1 Jun 2020

He was just 42, but had kidney issues.

Muslim bodies spar over legality of Ayodhya's upcoming mosque

Muslim bodies spar over legality of Ayodhya's upcoming mosque

Rediff.com23 Dec 2020

AIMPLB member Zafaryab Jilani on Wednesday said the proposed mosque in Ayodhya following last year's Supreme Court verdict is against the Waqf Act and 'illegal' under the Shariat laws.

I don't want to live in this sinful country: Indian ISIS recruit

I don't want to live in this sinful country: Indian ISIS recruit

Rediff.com15 Jul 2014

18 young Indian men from Kerala, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu are fighting for the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant.

How some Muslims won't sacrifice goats to help Kerala

How some Muslims won't sacrifice goats to help Kerala

Rediff.com22 Aug 2018

'The Quran says that saving one life is like saving humanity. So by donating for Kerala, you are following what Allah told you.' 'This gesture would create goodwill for Muslims and would work as a counter to the hostility they face.' Jyoti Punwani reports how some Muslims won't sacrifice goats this Bakri Eid, instead donating the money towards relief efforts in Kerala.

Chaos at Eden as SRK, KKR arrive late for felicitation

Chaos at Eden as SRK, KKR arrive late for felicitation

Rediff.com3 Jun 2014

Chaos reigned as about a 100,000 fans turned up at the Eden Gardens to celebrate Kolkata Knight Riders' triumph in IPL 7, even as Bollywood actor and franchise owner Shahrukh Khan reached the venue late because of a delay in his flight.

'We welcome Rani Chopra to the family'

'We welcome Rani Chopra to the family'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2014

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

'Modi is the political product of the Ayodhya agitation'

'Modi is the political product of the Ayodhya agitation'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

'Although Narendra Modi had no direct participation in the Ayodhya agitation, he would not have been in the dominant position he is now had it not been for the Ram Janambhoomi agitation.'

Dilip Kumar discharged, Saira Banu thanks fans

Dilip Kumar discharged, Saira Banu thanks fans

Rediff.com9 Aug 2017

'My gratitude to fans, friends for prayers, doctors for expert treatment, hospital staff n Sahab's personal attendants for all the care,' Saira Banu showers her gratitude on Twitter.

Kaif hits back at trolls for performing Surya Namaskar

Kaif hits back at trolls for performing Surya Namaskar

Rediff.com1 Jan 2017

Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif found himself at the centre of a social media controversy after uploading pictures of him performing Surya Namaskar.

The Ultimate Lata Mangeshkar Playlist

The Ultimate Lata Mangeshkar Playlist

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

Sukanya Verma presents a playlist of 100 Lata Mangeshkar songs from different decades of Hindi films -- songs that make me sing, smile, sob and sigh.

'Islamism, a Phoenix waiting to arise from the ashes'

'Islamism, a Phoenix waiting to arise from the ashes'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2016

'Small bands of terrorists believe they can destabilise superpowers if they are ready to become martyrs.' 'Since the road to paradise is under the shade of swords, it is a win-win situation for those ready to die for the cause of Allah.'

Riots erupt in Sindh over 'blasphemy' by Hindu school principal

Riots erupt in Sindh over 'blasphemy' by Hindu school principal

Rediff.com16 Sep 2019

Additional Inspector General Jamil Ahmad said that police has taken the accused in protective custody.

DROOL: Outrageously yummy Eid recipes

DROOL: Outrageously yummy Eid recipes

Rediff.com15 Oct 2013

Here are some traditional recipes on the holy occasion of Eid-Ul-Zuha from Shabeer Selod's recipe diary.

DROOL: Outrageously yummy Eid recipes

DROOL: Outrageously yummy Eid recipes

Rediff.com15 Oct 2013

Here are some traditional recipes on the holy occasion of Eid-Ul-Zuh from Shabeer Selod's recipe diary.

Here's how Salman-Shah Rukh patched up!

Here's how Salman-Shah Rukh patched up!

Rediff.com22 Jul 2013

Host Baba Siddique gives us the inside story.

Delhi fire: For many, search for loved ones ended at morgue

Delhi fire: For many, search for loved ones ended at morgue

Rediff.com8 Dec 2019

The incident that claimed 43 live and left 16 injured brought back tragic memories of the Uphaar cinema hall blaze in 1997.

What was Kapil Mishra doing at IIT-Bombay?

What was Kapil Mishra doing at IIT-Bombay?

Rediff.com26 May 2021

Kapil Mishra had been invited because he was an "anti-corruption crusader", one 'IIT B for Bharat' organiser said. But in his half hour-long speech, Mishra didn't mention corruption. His entire focus was on the long "battle" Hindus had fought for their identity.

Pakistan frees 26 Afghan Taliban prisoners

Pakistan frees 26 Afghan Taliban prisoners

Rediff.com1 Jan 2013

Pakistan on Tuesday said it had freed 26 Afghan Taliban prisoners, including former ministers Mullah Nooruddin Turabi and Maulvi Allah Dad, since last month as part of its efforts to give impetus to the reconciliation process in Afghanistan.

With Pandit Jasraj's passing, heaven has become richer

With Pandit Jasraj's passing, heaven has become richer

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

The mesmerising and familiar image of Pandit Jasraj saying 'Jai Ho' and then raising his hands to mark the beginning of his performances will now remain only in the fond memories of thousands of Jasraj's fans and followers across the globe, remembers Ankur Biplav.

Won't die until rights of my people are restored: Farooq Abdullah

Won't die until rights of my people are restored: Farooq Abdullah

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

'I am not afraid of BJP. I am not armed with lathi or stone, let them come to me and reply to my questions which they will not'

Dilip Kumar turns 95; Saira shares his plans

Dilip Kumar turns 95; Saira shares his plans

Rediff.com11 Dec 2017

Happy birthday, Dilipsaab.

'Thank you for the memories, Pransaab'

'Thank you for the memories, Pransaab'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2013

Bollywood stars tweet their condolences for Pran, who passed away on July 12.

Pak men object to beardless PML-N leader's candidature

Pak men object to beardless PML-N leader's candidature

Rediff.com4 Apr 2013

Two Pakistani men have formally objected to Pakistan Muslim League-N leader Shahbaz Sharif's candidature in the May 11 polls on the ground that he does not have a beard, which they contended is the mark of a good Muslim.

Won't bend, says UP doctor Kafeel Khan after attack on brother

Won't bend, says UP doctor Kafeel Khan after attack on brother

Rediff.com11 Jun 2018

Kafeel Khan's mother has demanded police protection for her family.

'Suraj Pancholi is being victimised'

'Suraj Pancholi is being victimised'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

Priyanka meets Dilip Kumar

Priyanka meets Dilip Kumar

Rediff.com5 Sep 2017

PeeCee's evening with Yusufsaab and Saira Banu.

G Parthasarathy on the new Musharraf dispensation

G Parthasarathy on the new Musharraf dispensation

Rediff.com11 Dec 2002

'The political direction that Pakistan and provinces bordering Afghanistan are taking is becoming clear. It is only a question of time before the little support that America has in locating Al Qaeda in the NWFP significantly dries up.'

Ahmed Patel, Sonia Gandhi's trusted aide, passes away

Ahmed Patel, Sonia Gandhi's trusted aide, passes away

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

Patel, 71, who was critical for a few days, was admitted to the Medanta hospital in Gurugram on November 15 after he developed complications. His son Faisal said he died at 3.30 am.

Wisdom in a mutton shop

Wisdom in a mutton shop

Rediff.com9 Apr 2003

Indian survivors recount horror of living in Gaza

Indian survivors recount horror of living in Gaza

Rediff.com27 Jul 2014

For Lucknow native Abdul Rehman, 35, his Ramzan fasts in Gaza were not broken by the call of the muezzin but with the deafening noise of bomb explosions.

Help build a 'new Pakistan': Imran appeals to people

Help build a 'new Pakistan': Imran appeals to people

Rediff.com8 May 2013

Cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan, who was injured in a fall at an election meeting, has made a dramatic appeal to the people from his hospital bed to vote for his party in the May 11 polls and help build a "new Pakistan".

Al Qaeda branch claims killing of student in Bangladesh

Al Qaeda branch claims killing of student in Bangladesh

Rediff.com9 Apr 2016

This operation was conducted to teach a lesson to the blasphemers of this land whose poisonous tongues are constantly abusing Allah...the religion of Islam and the Messenger...under the pretext of so-called 'freedom of speech', Mufti Abdullah Ashraf, a spokesman for Ansar al-Islam, said in the statement according to SITE Intelligence Group.

FABULOUS pix from Veere Di Wedding

FABULOUS pix from Veere Di Wedding

Rediff.com22 May 2018

Girl power, bang on display!

'All Indians have a big heart': See how big

'All Indians have a big heart': See how big

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

Meet a Mumbai couple whose hearts are so big that they emptied out their entire savings to help feed the poor and needy during the COVID-19 pandemic.