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Hathras stampede: Victims' bodies on ice blocks, kin await autopsy

Hathras stampede: Victims' bodies on ice blocks, kin await autopsy

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

A number of bodies were kept at the district hospital in Hathras.

Shabana says goodbye to mum Shaukat Kaifi

Shabana says goodbye to mum Shaukat Kaifi

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

It was a day of mourning for the film fraternity.

How Aamir Got His Mr Perfectionist Tag

How Aamir Got His Mr Perfectionist Tag

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

It was Shabana Azmi who gave him Mr Perfectionist tag.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 Trailer: Diwali Dampener

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 Trailer: Diwali Dampener

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 fails to invoke any excitement, despite having two immensely watchable stars Madhuri Dixit and Vidya Balan at its centre, observes Mayur Sanap.

Was The Attack On Saif Waiting To Happen?

Was The Attack On Saif Waiting To Happen?

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

How did the thug access Saif Ali Khan's home?

Baba's arrest was 'barbaric': BJP

Baba's arrest was 'barbaric': BJP

Rediff.com5 Jun 2011

Reacting sharply to Sunday's early morning arrest of Baba Ramdev from Ramlila grounds in New Delhi, Bhartiya Janata Party spokesman Prakash Javadekar condemned the government's move and described it as highly barbaric act.

India A: Can Rahul regain lost touch at MCG?

India A: Can Rahul regain lost touch at MCG?

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Rahul will come in place of Baba Indrajith, who scored 9 and 6 and didn't look comfortable at all against pace and bounce, which wasn't exactly 125 clicks.

Sai Baba very critical: Hospital

Sai Baba very critical: Hospital

Rediff.com21 Apr 2011

The condition of Sathya Sai Baba is very critical with all his organs showing very poor response to treatment, doctors attending on him said on Thursday.

Duleep Trophy: Ishan Kishan makes a statement with century!

Duleep Trophy: Ishan Kishan makes a statement with century!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Batting at No 4, Ishan Kishan smashed 111, hitting 14 fours and three sixes in his 126-ball knock to rally India C against India B.

1.5 cr take holy dip daring intense cold as Maha Kumbh begins

1.5 cr take holy dip daring intense cold as Maha Kumbh begins

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

The Maha Kumbh, the world's largest religious gathering, began in Prayagraj, India, with millions taking a dip in the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers. Devotees from across India and the world converged for the 45-day event, which is considered to be a particularly auspicious one this year due to celestial alignments. The event is a major logistical challenge for the government, which has implemented several crowd-control measures and security measures to ensure the safety of the millions of pilgrims.

BJP behind Kejriwal, Ram Rahim getting bail: Robert Vadra

BJP behind Kejriwal, Ram Rahim getting bail: Robert Vadra

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's husband Robert Vadra on Tuesday alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party was behind Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh and Aam Aadmi Party convenor Arvind Kejriwal being out of jail to campaign in the Haryana polls with an aim of denting the Congress' chances.

SIT points to 'big conspiracy' behind Hathras satsang stampede

SIT points to 'big conspiracy' behind Hathras satsang stampede

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

The Uttar Pradesh government on Tuesday suspended the local SDM, a circle officer and four others based on the SIT report on the Hathras stampede that did not rule out a "big conspiracy" behind the incident.

Badal shooter visited Golden Temple day before attack

Badal shooter visited Golden Temple day before attack

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Narain Singh Chaura, a former Khalistani terrorist, attempted to kill Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal at the Golden Temple in Amritsar. Chaura, who had been visiting the temple for two days, opened fire at Badal from close range but missed as he was overpowered by plainclothes policemen. The police have seized a 9 mm pistol from Chaura and are investigating whether any organization was behind the incident or if it was carried out to "gain sympathy".

Congress, BJP bicker over Baba Ramdev

Congress, BJP bicker over Baba Ramdev

Rediff.com23 Feb 2011

The Bharatiya Janata Party and the Congress on Wednesday exchanged heated words over Baba Ramdev, with Digvijay Singh attacking the yoga guru for 'targeting' his party on the black money issue and questioning the source of funds for his activities.Defending Baba Ramdev, BJP leader M Venkaiah Naidu accused the Congress of leveling 'absurd' allegations against the Yoga guru.Congress general secretary Digvijay Singh had asked Baba Ramdev to verify the trail of funds.

Sai Baba's health improves, Puttaparthi relieved

Sai Baba's health improves, Puttaparthi relieved

Rediff.com7 Apr 2011

Sathya Sai Baba's health showed signs of improvement on Thursday and doctors attending on him expressed satisfaction with his response to their treatment.

Sai Baba's health sparks succession rumour

Sai Baba's health sparks succession rumour

Rediff.com7 Apr 2011

As of now there are two names in the succession race. There is Ratnakar Raju, who is Baba's nephew, and Chakravarthi, a retired IAS officer. Both are members of the Sathya Sai Central trust.

Ram Gopal Varma's Sai Baba look

Ram Gopal Varma's Sai Baba look

Rediff.com3 May 2011

Here's what your favourite celebrities are tweeting.

Leaders condole Sathya Sai Baba's demise

Leaders condole Sathya Sai Baba's demise

Rediff.com24 Apr 2011

Vice President M Hamid Ansari, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and a host of dignitaries on Sunday condoled the passing away of Sathya Sai Baba, saying he was a spiritual leader who inspired millions to lead a moral and meaningful life.

Will you stop worshipping the Shirdi Sai Baba?

Will you stop worshipping the Shirdi Sai Baba?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2014

Tell us what you think of the Dharma Dansad's resolution, by posting your views below.

Europa League PIX: Man United held; Big wins for Lazio, Galatasaray

Europa League PIX: Man United held; Big wins for Lazio, Galatasaray

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

In an early match, Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt secured a 3-2 home victory against FC Porto thanks to a brace from Jens Petter Hauge, despite going down to 10 men in the 51st minute.

What's Baba Ramdev doing on Nach Baliye?!

What's Baba Ramdev doing on Nach Baliye?!

Rediff.com17 May 2017

Yogi to judge dancers now!

'Thank you Baba for these thoughtful gifts'

'Thank you Baba for these thoughtful gifts'

Rediff.com18 May 2016

69-year-old Milon Sanyal writes about the books his Baba gifted him.

BJP declares Maha swearing-in date, but not CM's Name

BJP declares Maha swearing-in date, but not CM's Name

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

Devendra Fadnavis is the frontrunner to become the next chief minister of Maharashtra, according to a senior BJP leader.

'We Have Begged For Justice'

'We Have Begged For Justice'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

'Justice may or may not happen, but who are those people who did this to her?' 'If the hospital authorities had helped us that day, or the police, then the real culprits would have been caught.' 'Getting justice for my daughter is my goal now and I want the CM to remember that.'

Separatist candidates face crushing defeat in Kashmir

Separatist candidates face crushing defeat in Kashmir

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The results of assembly elections in the Kashmir Valley have culminated in a significant rejection of separatist candidates, including those from Engineer Rashid-led Awami Ittehad Party and Jamaat-e-Islami, who failed to make a meaningful impact in the polls.

These babas have Z-category security

These babas have Z-category security

Rediff.com30 Jun 2016

Here are other controversial 'babas' who were given the Z-category security, though later, it was withdrawn from some.

Nitish attends function with Union minister, Tejashwi absent

Nitish attends function with Union minister, Tejashwi absent

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

Amid speculation that he may do yet another volte face and return to the National Democratic Alliance, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Saturday visited Buxar district, bordering Uttar Pradesh, to attend a function where senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader and Union Minister Ashwani Kumar Choubey was also present.

Dynasts continue to dominate Maharashtra polity

Dynasts continue to dominate Maharashtra polity

Rediff.com24 Nov 2024

The Maharashtra Assembly elections witnessed the continued influence of political dynasties, with prominent families retaining their strongholds across the state. The Thackareys and the Ranes emerged as dominant forces, securing victories in various regions. The Rane brothers, Nilesh and Nitesh, won in Sindhudurg, while Uday and Kiran Samant secured victories in Ratnagiri. In Mumbai, Aaditya Thackeray retained his Worli seat, while his cousin Varun Sardesai won in Vandre East. The results underscore the enduring power of family connections in Indian politics.

Duleep Trophy: Shreyas, Padikkal stretch India D's lead vs India C

Duleep Trophy: Shreyas, Padikkal stretch India D's lead vs India C

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Captain Shreyas Iyer and Devdutt Padikkal struck half-centuries to help India D stretch their lead against India C on the second day of their Duleep Trophy match.

It's Family Time For Assembly Bypolls

It's Family Time For Assembly Bypolls

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

Political parties have fielded sons, wives and daughters-in-law of legislators who quit after being elected to the Lok Sabha.

Politicians' guru Mauni Baba passes away

Politicians' guru Mauni Baba passes away

Rediff.com29 Mar 2010

Mauni Baba, who had close proximity with veteran political leaders and celebrities and was considered to be the fourth link in the Shirdi Saibaba lineage, passed away due to cardiac arrest at Minnesota University hospital in United States, Baba's ashram sources said on Monday. He was 80.

Ranji: Tons by Baba twins put TN on top vs Chattisgarh

Ranji: Tons by Baba twins put TN on top vs Chattisgarh

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

A summary of the first day's proceedings in the Ranji Trophy matches across the country.

Parl protest melee: Cong claims Kharge pushed, Rahul manhandled

Parl protest melee: Cong claims Kharge pushed, Rahul manhandled

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

The Congress said BJP MPs had sticks in their hands and Kharge was threatened and pushed.

Home guard killed, 4 policemen hurt as Nihangs open fire

Home guard killed, 4 policemen hurt as Nihangs open fire

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

The incident took place when the policemen went to arrest some Nihangs (Sikhs armed with traditional weapons) in Sultanpur Lodhi in a case registered against them, said a senior police official over the phone.

Man held for plotting to kill Salman, was in touch with Pak handler

Man held for plotting to kill Salman, was in touch with Pak handler

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

The Navi Mumbai police have apprehended an accused wanted in connection with an alleged plot to kill Bollywood actor Salman Khan, an official said.

Crowds throng Baba ka Dhaba after couple's plight moves social media

Crowds throng Baba ka Dhaba after couple's plight moves social media

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

Many offered to help the couple financially and others announced plans for lunch at Baba Ka Dhaba.

Hathras: The Face Of Grief

Hathras: The Face Of Grief

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

The organisers tried to hide the actual number of people coming to the event by concealing evidence and throwing slippers and other belongings of the devotees in nearby fields, the FIR alleged.

Maha cabinet expanded with 39 ministers; BJP gets 19 berths, Sena 11

Maha cabinet expanded with 39 ministers; BJP gets 19 berths, Sena 11

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

The 10-day-old BJP-led Mahayuti alliance ministry in Maharashtra was expanded on Sunday, with 39 ministers being sworn in, taking its strength to 42. The BJP secured 19 ministerial berths, followed by 11 for the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena and 9 for Ajit Pawar's Nationalist Congress Party. Governor P C Radhakrishnan administered the oath to the new ministers at the ceremony held in Nagpur. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and deputy CMs Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar were present.

Baba Sehgal: 'I don't lick a**'

Baba Sehgal: 'I don't lick a**'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

'I'm a rebel. I'm not easy.' 'Once a top actor wanted me to sing a song and a top music company was involved. They wanted changes in the song. I told them not to take pangas with me.'

'We Hit It Off So Well That Nothing Was Intimidating'

'We Hit It Off So Well That Nothing Was Intimidating'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

'Vidyaji jokes around and her laughter is infectious. 'Madhuri ma'am is a legend. To get the opportunity to work with her was a big deal for me.'