News for 'Baba'

World Cup: 1750 school kids attend Kiwis' clash against Bangladesh

World Cup: 1750 school kids attend Kiwis' clash against Bangladesh

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

As a part of the TNCA's effort to promote the sport for kids and wider audiences, the viewing experience for 1,750 school kids from multiple schools across the Chennai city was facilitated during the ongoing clash between New Zealand and Bangladesh on Friday.

'Sai Baba showing positive response to treatment'

'Sai Baba showing positive response to treatment'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2011

Sathya Sai Baba, who is undergoing treatment for multi-organ dysfunction, is much better than earlier though his condition is still critical, doctors attending on him said on Monday."Sri Sathya Sai Baba, who continues to be under treatment, is showing positive response to the treatment being given to him. He continues to be on the ventilator and is undergoing dialysis periodically," an evening bulletin issued by the doctors said.

Slight improvement in Sai Baba's health condition

Slight improvement in Sai Baba's health condition

Rediff.com9 Apr 2011

There is a slight improvement in the overall health condition of Sathya Sai Baba who has been undergoing treatment for multi-organ dysfunction, doctors attending on him said in Puttaparthi on Saturday.

Apex body of sadhus puts out list of 'fake' babas

Apex body of sadhus puts out list of 'fake' babas

Rediff.com10 Sep 2017

The list includes names like Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, Rampal, Asaram and his son Narayan Sai.

Will J&K See Assembly Elections In 2024?

Will J&K See Assembly Elections In 2024?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

'If Modi is re-elected again, we can forget these things for a long time.'

Will Puttaparthi's economy survive Sai Baba's death?

Will Puttaparthi's economy survive Sai Baba's death?

Rediff.com10 May 2011

Indulekha Aravind travels to Puttaparthi to find out the fate of an economy now bereft of the man it was centered on.

BJP Worried About Vasundhara's Likely Revolt

BJP Worried About Vasundhara's Likely Revolt

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Never before has the BJP faced such a crisis over the nomination of the Chief Minister as it is facing now, discovers Prakash Bhandari, veteran observer of Rajasthan politics.

Knowledge Millennium award for Baba Ramdev

Knowledge Millennium award for Baba Ramdev

Rediff.com20 Sep 2007

The award, instituted in 1999 by ASSCOHAM, is conferred on persons for their extraordinary contribution in different fields.

Sai Baba critical but stable, say Doctors

Sai Baba critical but stable, say Doctors

Rediff.com15 Apr 2011

There has been a slight improvement in the health of Sathya Sai Baba though he still continues to be in a critical state, doctors attending on him said on Friday.

Slight improvement in Sai Baba's health: Doctors

Slight improvement in Sai Baba's health: Doctors

Rediff.com15 Apr 2011

There has been a slight improvement in the health of Sathya Sai Baba though he still continues to be in a critical state, doctors attending on him said on Friday. "Sathya Sai Baba's vital parameters and indicators of functions of the various organs of the body like blood pressure, heart rate, blood gas analysis, biochemical values continue to be nearly normal," said a health bulletin issued on Friday evening.

AI translates PM's speech at Tamil meet in real time

AI translates PM's speech at Tamil meet in real time

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached out to the attendees of the Kashi Tamil Sangamam in Varanasi with his speech being translated for the audience in real-time using artificial intelligence.

Sai Baba should NOT be worshipped as deity: Dharma Sansad

Sai Baba should NOT be worshipped as deity: Dharma Sansad

Rediff.com26 Aug 2014

A two-day-long 'Dharma Sansad' convened by the Shankaracharya Swami Swaroopanand Saraswati of Dwarka Peeth has passed a resolution that Sai Baba, the 19th century saint from Shirdi, should not be worshipped as a deity by the followers of 'Sanatan Dharma'.

Budaun kids were stabbed 24 times, reveals autopsy; 2nd accused held

Budaun kids were stabbed 24 times, reveals autopsy; 2nd accused held

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

The postmortem report of the slain children has revealed that the assailant stabbed the elder brother 13 times and his sibling 11 times, officials said, adding injury marks have been found on the neck, chest and other parts of bodies of the two children.

'The brightest star' in Sania Mirza's Life

'The brightest star' in Sania Mirza's Life

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

'No matter how dark it is around me, your smile makes it all better.'

What Virushka Did In Uttarakhand

What Virushka Did In Uttarakhand

Rediff.com20 Nov 2022

Anushka Sharma, Virat Kohli and their daughter Vamika traveled to the Kanchi Dham in Nainital to seek Baba Neem Karoli's blessings.

'I want to leave early, Sai Baba told Sathyajit'

'I want to leave early, Sai Baba told Sathyajit'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2011

After the death of Sathya Sai Baba on April 24, many of his followers wondered why the religious leader didn't live up to the age of 96 as per his own prophecy. Shortly before his demise, Baba is believed to have told Sathyajit, his personal caregiver, "I want to leave early".

'Baba Ramdev was hiding in a saree'

'Baba Ramdev was hiding in a saree'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2011

"The Baba was hiding in a saree of his female devotees when we arrested him at 4.15 am." said G K Plillai, home secretary while talking to rediff.com. He said Baba is on his way to Hardwar in police custody, and he is calm and cooperating.

4 more BJP MLAs in MP want to back Cong govt: Computer Baba

4 more BJP MLAs in MP want to back Cong govt: Computer Baba

Rediff.com25 Jul 2019

'I will present them before you (media) when Kamal Nath asks me to do so'

Pix: Inside Baba Siddiqui's Iftar party, with SRK, Salman

Pix: Inside Baba Siddiqui's Iftar party, with SRK, Salman

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

A sneak peek into the party.

IN PHOTOS: Shirdi Sai Baba comes to Mumbai

IN PHOTOS: Shirdi Sai Baba comes to Mumbai

Rediff.com16 Dec 2011

It's a boon for thousands of devotees of Sai Baba in Mumbai who cannot travel to his abode in Shirdi.

Advani, Joshi Asked Not To Attend Ram Temple Consecration

Advani, Joshi Asked Not To Attend Ram Temple Consecration

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

Advani and Dr Joshi might not attend the consecration ceremony due to health and age-related reasons. Advani is 96 and Dr Joshi will turn 90 next month.

'Laughable! Highest wicket taker in Ranji Trophy not picked for Duleep Trophy'

'Laughable! Highest wicket taker in Ranji Trophy not picked for Duleep Trophy'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

Former India pacer Venkatesh Prasad said there are many 'laughable things' in Indian cricket and among them is the non-selection of Kerala spinner Jalaj Saxena.

HC stays operation of arrest warrant against Nirmal Baba

HC stays operation of arrest warrant against Nirmal Baba

Rediff.com23 May 2012

The Patna high court on Wednesday stayed the operation of the non-bailable arrest warrant issued by a court against self-proclaimed godman Nirmal Baba. Justice S P Singh passed the order and fixed June 16 as the next date for hearing.

Ranji Trophy: Pujara slams century; Mumbai thrash Assam

Ranji Trophy: Pujara slams century; Mumbai thrash Assam

Rediff.com17 Feb 2024

Cheteshwar Pujara continued his good form in Ranji Trophy as he slammed his second successive century as Saurashtra dominated their Elite Group A match against Manipur.

Benazir's daughter: Meet Pakistan's first lady

Benazir's daughter: Meet Pakistan's first lady

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Glimpses into the life of Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, who at 31, is Pakistan's youngest first lady.

J-K's scribe-turned-ultra in Turkey behind threats to journalists: Report

J-K's scribe-turned-ultra in Turkey behind threats to journalists: Report

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

Several journalists resigned from local publications recently after being threatened by terror outfit The Resistance Front, a shadow organisation of the Lashker-e-Tayiba.

Baba Ramdev takes on Olympic medallist in dangal

Baba Ramdev takes on Olympic medallist in dangal

Rediff.com19 Jan 2017

Yoga guru Baba Ramdev on Wednesday showed his wrestling prowess as he defeated 2008 Beijing Olympic silver medalist Andrey Stadnik in a promotional bout of the 2017 Pro Wrestling League in New Delhi.

Revealed: The original will of Sathya Sai Baba

Revealed: The original will of Sathya Sai Baba

Rediff.com2 Sep 2012

The will of spiritual leader Sathya Sai Baba, who passed away in April last year, has been made public. A 14-page document along with an annexure of the original states that all the donations and the assets give by his devotees belong to the Sathya Sai Central Trust.

Ranji Trophy: Big boys Mumbai, K'taka, TN, Saurashtra eye semis berth

Ranji Trophy: Big boys Mumbai, K'taka, TN, Saurashtra eye semis berth

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

After a month and half of topsy-turvy ride, eight teams have managed to steer themselves clear of other 24 contenders to enter the Ranji Trophy quarterfinals.

Lucknow CJM orders FIR against godman Nirmal Baba

Lucknow CJM orders FIR against godman Nirmal Baba

Rediff.com10 May 2012

Godman Nirmal Baba, whose antics swayed lakhs of people across the country, will soon be in the dock with Lucknow Chief Judicial Magistrate Rajesh Upadhaya ordering a local police station to register a criminal case of cheating against him.

Kohli Recites Hanuman Chalisa At Kainchi Dham

Kohli Recites Hanuman Chalisa At Kainchi Dham

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

Kohli, wife Anushka Sharma, whose family are devotees of the Baba, and daughter Vamika spent a few hours at the Kainchi Dham as they recited the Hanuman Chalisa and also took part in the aarti.

Dhami hands over Rs 1 lakh cheques to rescued workers

Dhami hands over Rs 1 lakh cheques to rescued workers

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami Wednesday met the workers rescued from the Silkyara tunnel and kept under medical observation at a hospital in Chinyalisaur and handed over Rs 1 lakh to each of them.

Ajit Pawar replaces BJP's Patil as Pune guardian minister

Ajit Pawar replaces BJP's Patil as Pune guardian minister

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar was on Wednesday named as the guardian minister of his home district Pune in place of senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader and cabinet minister Chandrakant Patil.

'If you want to be a singer, you can only think of Bollywood. This is not right'

'If you want to be a singer, you can only think of Bollywood. This is not right'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

'I have made a new rule: When I'm having my morning tea, a guy keeps the harmonium on my bed.' 'So while I'm writing what my plan for the day is, that harmonium is in front of me and I do riyaz of 40-50 minutes.'

'Cash in Trust vehicle meant for Sai Baba's samadhi'

'Cash in Trust vehicle meant for Sai Baba's samadhi'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2011

A group of devotees of the late Sathya Sai Baba, in a statement on Sunday, said the cash of Rs 35 lakh recovered from the vehicle of Sathya Sai Central Trust belonged to them and was meant for the construction of the Sai's Maha Samadhi.

Baba Ramdev is wrong, homosexuality is no disease

Baba Ramdev is wrong, homosexuality is no disease

Rediff.com10 Jul 2009

'I suspect, despite all the asanas and the pranayamas, the great yoga master has still some prejudices to uncrumple.'

Images: Piety marks Sathya Sai Baba's last rites

Images: Piety marks Sathya Sai Baba's last rites

Rediff.com27 Apr 2011

A living God for millions of devotees, Sathya Sai Baba who passed away on Sunday was laid to rest at the Sai Kulwant Hall in Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh amidst full state honours on Wednesday.

It's Quiz Time, Folks!

It's Quiz Time, Folks!

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

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

Why Baba Ramdev was denied permission to hold protest

Why Baba Ramdev was denied permission to hold protest

Rediff.com8 Jun 2011

The Delhi police has cited "provocative" speeches made by religious and political leaders, including Baba Ramdev and Sadhvi Ritambara, as the main reason for cancelling permission for the yoga guru's protest at Ramlila Maidan in Delhi.

Why Baba Ramdev was denied permission to hold protest

Why Baba Ramdev was denied permission to hold protest

Rediff.com8 Jun 2011

The Delhi police has cited "provocative" speeches made by religious and political leaders, including Baba Ramdev and Sadhvi Ritambara, as the main reason for cancelling permission for the yoga guru's protest at Ramlila Maidan in Delhi.