News for 'Astrology'

There are 13 starsigns -- and yours has changed!

There are 13 starsigns -- and yours has changed!

Rediff.com14 Jan 2011

Thought you were a Scorpion? According to the gradual shift of the earth's axis over the last 3,000 years and its position in relation to the 12 signs, you're now under Libra. And oh, yes, there are actually 13!

The 3 men tasked with resolving the Ayodhya dispute

The 3 men tasked with resolving the Ayodhya dispute

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

The Supreme Court on Friday ordered mediation to settle the Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid dispute by a three-member panel comprising of Justice Kalifulla, advocate Sriram Panchu and spiritual guru Sri Sri Ravishankar. The panel has been given eight weeks by the Supreme Court to arrive at a conclusion and four weeks to give a status report. Here's all you need to know about the panel of mediators:

Govt, farmers stick to their positions, meet ends in stalemate

Govt, farmers stick to their positions, meet ends in stalemate

Rediff.com22 Jan 2021

The government's negotiations with protesting farm unions hit a roadblock on Friday as the farmer leaders stuck to their demands for a complete repeal of three farm laws they find pro-corporate and a legal guarantee for minimum support price (MSP), even as the Centre asked them to reconsider its proposal for putting the Acts on hold for 12-18 months.

Why Modi should be worried about this data

Why Modi should be worried about this data

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

At some stage this fall in the quality of life will begin to hurt anybody's popularity, observes Shekhar Gupta.

Can numerology save Sivakasi from dangers?

Can numerology save Sivakasi from dangers?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2009

Following a series of accidents at numerous fireworks units in the recent past that brought it disrepute, municipal authorities at Sivakasi have launched a campaign to change the town spelling to 'Sivahaasi' in the belief that it will prevent further mishaps and bring prosperity.

Now, a parakeet tips Dutch to clinch World Cup

Now, a parakeet tips Dutch to clinch World Cup

Rediff.com9 Jul 2010

Paul, the Octopus, is not the only creature predicting World Cup results. A parakeet, a long tailed parrot, named 'Mani' has also been forecasting match results.

The right way to start preparing for CAT

The right way to start preparing for CAT

Rediff.com23 Jun 2010

Vaishnu Dass, Quant faculty at TCY provides tips to help CAT aspirants plan their preparation strategy.

Not sure Maoists are behind train attack: Mamata

Not sure Maoists are behind train attack: Mamata

Rediff.com1 Jun 2010

A day after Home Minister P Chidambaram said Maoists could be behind the attack on Jnaneswari Express, Railway Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday said she was not sure about the involvement of the Left-wing extremists.

Western science is frozen: Deepak Chopra

Western science is frozen: Deepak Chopra

Rediff.com31 Dec 2009

"The essential nature of the material world is not material; the essential nature of the physical world is not physical; the essential stuff of the universe is non-stuff."

SC notice to Delhi govt on plea challenging odd-even scheme

SC notice to Delhi govt on plea challenging odd-even scheme

Rediff.com13 Nov 2019

A bench of Justices Arun Mishra and Deepak Gupta also directed the Delhi government and the Central Pollution Control Board to place before it the data of pollution in Delhi from October till November 14 this year. The bench also directed them to submit pollution data from October 1 to December 31, 2018.

Coming soon! AI in Indian courts

Coming soon! AI in Indian courts

Rediff.com13 Jan 2020

'It is feared that AI can predict the outcome of a case once it is launched.' 'It knows the law, precedents and judicial thinking better.' 'If AI becomes too common, clients will start using the software to measure the chance of success of their cases,' says M J Antony.

New code: How your investments will be taxed

New code: How your investments will be taxed

Rediff.com7 Sep 2009

The proposed Direct Taxes Code Bill, 2009, should change our tax liability as well as the way we invest.

Readers' Choice: Best Actresses of 2009

Readers' Choice: Best Actresses of 2009

Rediff.com14 Jan 2010

Here's a look at the five favourite actresses of 2009, who deserve an award for their performances.

SC notice to Centre on legalising gay sex

SC notice to Centre on legalising gay sex

Rediff.com9 Jul 2009

The petition, filed by astrologer Suresh Kumar Kaushal, sought the quashing of the verdict of the high court legalising gay sex between consenting adults in private, which was earlier a criminal offence under Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code.

The Top 75 Hindi Films of the Decade

The Top 75 Hindi Films of the Decade

Rediff.com9 Feb 2010

Here's a look at the movies to cherish.

India's food crisis was foretold, but. . .

India's food crisis was foretold, but. . .

Rediff.com9 Feb 2010

The food crisis was obvious in July but the government had unrealistic hopes of a good rabi, says Shreekant Sambrani.

Want to fight for your health? How you can begin

Want to fight for your health? How you can begin

Rediff.com7 Feb 2021

Wellness expert Roopashree Sharma tells you how you can use natural methods to improve your health.

Sheela Dikshit on cloud nine

Sheela Dikshit on cloud nine

Rediff.com9 Dec 2008

While Sheila Dikshit, chief minister of Delhi registered an unprecedented third victory in the assembly elections, Vijay Kumar Malhotra the Bharatiya Janata Party's chief ministerial candidate is still trying to come to grips with the hard realities of life.

Inside the 'Maya'<I>nagari</I> called Lucknow

Inside the 'Maya'nagari called Lucknow

Rediff.com6 Jun 2009

Will the lavish scale of her 'beautification' projects result in a Mayawati school of architecture? Kishore Singh checks out the chief minister's authoritarian obsession for monument-building in the face of scathing opposition.

Review: Vaitheeswaran

Review: Vaitheeswaran

Rediff.com14 Mar 2008

Annamalai Productions' Vaitheeswaran, starring Sarathkumar is a re-incarnated dud movie that's as stale as it's washed-out screenplay. Shrikanth Deva's music tries desperately to spice up the proceedings -- but barring the title song, there's no scope for it.

Mitrudu has nothing much to offer

Mitrudu has nothing much to offer

Rediff.com1 May 2009

Mahadev's in his debut film Mitrudu tries to combine the element of astrology with marriage. The film has the usual elements of a Telugu film. Mahadev gives Balakrishna a slight character makeover but one wonders whether it will work.

Coming for Trump: The Delhi Jinx!

Coming for Trump: The Delhi Jinx!

Rediff.com9 Mar 2020

Does an invitation to visit India bring bad luck to majoritarian demagogues? asks Rahul Jacob.

'Budget won't benefit middle-class'

'Budget won't benefit middle-class'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2009

Kavita Mishra laments the fact that the budgetary proposals will lead to a drop in prices of LCD televisions and big cars. "What use is this for the common person?" she asks.

BJP goes by stars in Bangalore for good luck

BJP goes by stars in Bangalore for good luck

Rediff.com11 Sep 2008

Bharatiya Janata Party, making desperate attempts to come back to power at the Centre, is going by the stars and planetary positions, to ensure that a key conclave beginning in Bangalore on Friday brings good luck. Chief Minister B S Yeddyurappa, an astrology enthusiast, has taken extra pains to avoid 'Rahu Kalam' (inauspicious period) during the three-day meet, party sources said.

Ash-Abhishek to wed in 2007?

Ash-Abhishek to wed in 2007?

Rediff.com27 Oct 2006

Bachchan family astrologer Chandrashekhara Swamiji has reportedly revealed the details.

The Charming Faces of Vidya Sinha

The Charming Faces of Vidya Sinha

Rediff.com16 Aug 2019

Sukanya Verma remembers the star in some of her significant movies.

Modi an 'autocrat', Rajnath 'foxy': Kulkarni

Modi an 'autocrat', Rajnath 'foxy': Kulkarni

Rediff.com19 Jun 2013

In a clear indication that the tussle between senior leader L K Advani and Narendra Modi is far from over, the patriarch's close aide Sudheendra Kulkarni has written an article dubbing the Gujarat chief Minister as an "autocrat" who cares "two hoots" for the party.

Stalin goes with experience, expertise

Stalin goes with experience, expertise

Rediff.com8 May 2021

Stalin has given due respect to seniority in the pecking order, but has also taken into consideration the demands of individual ministries and the suitability of individuals, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Fadnavis hatched conspiracies against BJP leaders'

'Fadnavis hatched conspiracies against BJP leaders'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

'He deliberately encouraged my rivals to diminish my influence in the party.'

Markets: What the stars foretell

Markets: What the stars foretell

Rediff.com1 Apr 2008

As per financial astrology, bulls may now show their strength in stock, commodity market. Upward movement is expected to begin with Asian market followed by European and US stock markets. Therefore, investors are advised to invest in A grade stocks: metal, ifrastructure, oil and gas, telecommunications, automobile, FNGC, power. For heavy engineering, apex financial institutions, they should have 30 days' investment view.

Chiranjeevi inaugurates party office 'secretly'

Chiranjeevi inaugurates party office 'secretly'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2008

Putting months of speculations to an end, Telugu super star Chiranjeevi finally took the first step towards launching his own political party by inaugurating his party's office in the posh Jubilee Hills area of Hyderabad. But both the timing and the manner of inauguration were unusual. In accordance with the mahurtam set by the pundits and astrologers, the star formally inaugurated the new office at 12.20 am. The media was kept away from the ceremony.

Will Bengal CM resign?

Will Bengal CM resign?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2007

The thinking heads of Bengal have taken to the streets demanding the chief minister's resignation. They have dubbed Bhattacharjee 'the Narendra Modi of Bengal.'

Bigg Boss' Raja Chaudhary arrested

Bigg Boss' Raja Chaudhary arrested

Rediff.com4 Dec 2008

The actor is behind bars, as he tried to molest a 23-year-old girl.

Chandrashekar Swamy: Ash, Abhi must wed before Mar

Chandrashekar Swamy: Ash, Abhi must wed before Mar

Rediff.com17 Jan 2007

The guru claims that the wedding should take place on February 19, like he had predicted.

Kerala: Godman goes berserk, fires two shots

Kerala: Godman goes berserk, fires two shots

Rediff.com17 May 2008

In an early morning drama at the Aluva town police station in Kerala, a self-styled godman, threatening to commit suicide, fired two shots from his pistol and injured himself and a police officer. In the melee, several mediapersons were injured. Himaval, a self-styled astrologer and influential power-broker who claims to be close to top State politicians, had been arrested and let off on bail by Kochi police only on Friday on charges of trespassing into a newspaper office.

E-mail from Goddess Durga

E-mail from Goddess Durga

Rediff.com6 Oct 2008

Durga Ma's Pujo list

PM arrives in New York, hopeful about N-deal

PM arrives in New York, hopeful about N-deal

Rediff.com24 Sep 2008

Dr Singh, who is meeting President Bush in the White House on September 25, was asked whether he would be disappointed if the deal did not come through, and whether he expected it to materialize during this visit. He said, "In politics, one has to learn to deal with disappointments but I do not believe we have reached that point yet. I am still hopeful it will happen".

Will gold prices drop?

Will gold prices drop?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2008

After a rally in gold that led to the international prices zooming to $1030 an ounce, will gold price reverse direction based on Wednesday's price level of $940?

Ex-TDP leader Devender Goud launches new party

Ex-TDP leader Devender Goud launches new party

Rediff.com11 Jul 2008

T Devender Goud, the former No 2 in the Telugu Desam Party, formally launched a new regional political party 'Nava Telangana Praja Party' by unveiling a colourful flag of the party, declaring that the formation of Telangana state was the goal of the party.

BJP denies wishing for PM's death

BJP denies wishing for PM's death

Rediff.com17 Aug 2007

It is true that a senior leader of the BJP had been told by New Delhi-based astrologer that the newly formed United Progressive Alliance government led by Manmohan Singh will not last more than 6 months in 2004.