News for 'Birthplace'

Ram temple in Ayodhya by next Diwali: Swamy

Ram temple in Ayodhya by next Diwali: Swamy

Rediff.com15 Oct 2017

The Rajya Sabha MP said for electoral success 'it is essential that the ideology of Hindutva is never lost sight of'.

First Chhattisgarh CM Ajit Jogi dies at 74

First Chhattisgarh CM Ajit Jogi dies at 74

Rediff.com29 May 2020

Jogi, 74, had been battling for life at the private hospital for the last 20 days and suffered a cardiac arrest in the afternoon, they said. He is survived by his wife Renu Jogi, the MLA from Kota constituency, and son Amit Jogi, a former MLA.

PM Modi not to visit Janakpur during Nepal tour

PM Modi not to visit Janakpur during Nepal tour

Rediff.com23 Nov 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will only travel to Kathmandu when he will leave on Tuesday to attend the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation summit in Nepal, despite his wish to visit other parts of the country including Janakpur, the revered Hindu religious site.

Russia receives 2014 Sochi Games flame

Russia receives 2014 Sochi Games flame

Rediff.com5 Oct 2013

The flame that will burn at next year's Sochi Winter Olympics was handed over to Russia on Saturday in the marble stadium that hosted the first modern Games in 1896.

'Temple construction will begin in April'

'Temple construction will begin in April'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

'We would try our best that the temple structure becomes visible in the next two years.'

Ayodhya case: Hindu sides rebut Muslim claims

Ayodhya case: Hindu sides rebut Muslim claims

Rediff.com3 Oct 2019

The counsel stated that from the pillar bases, artefacts, circular shrine, intersecting brickbat walls found in excavation, an inference can be drawn that the massive structure was a temple and not any Islamic structure.

Rousing homecoming welcome for 'son of the soil' Modi

Rousing homecoming welcome for 'son of the soil' Modi

Rediff.com8 Oct 2017

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held a roadshow in Vadnagar, his birthplace, in Mehsana district as he arrived on the second day of his visit to Gujarat

Ayodhya case: SC to wrap up hearing a day earlier

Ayodhya case: SC to wrap up hearing a day earlier

Rediff.com4 Oct 2019

The judgment in the matter is to be pronounced by November 17, the day the CJI will retire.

Never said Ayodhya case may disturb harmony: Hindu parties

Never said Ayodhya case may disturb harmony: Hindu parties

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

They also termed as 'unwarranted' and 'unfortunate', the submission of Muslim parties that the archaeological report be trashed.

Take a look at resounding success of Sochi Olympics flame rehearsal

Take a look at resounding success of Sochi Olympics flame rehearsal

Rediff.com29 Sep 2013

Dressed in long, cream robes, priestesses praying to the Greek sun god Apollo bathed in warm sunshine at the birthplace of the ancient Olympics on Saturday in the final rehearsal for the flame that will burn at the Sochi Winter Games.

Meet the nuclear physicist who builds ports

Meet the nuclear physicist who builds ports

Rediff.com18 Sep 2013

If you are proud of your birthplace you will be happy, says Vijay Papparao, in a conversation with A Ganesh Nadar

'Decision on Mandela's final resting place divides family'

'Decision on Mandela's final resting place divides family'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2013

The family of Nelson Mandela is deeply divided over the South African democracy icon's final resting place with one of his grandsons storming out of a family meeting, according to a report on Wednesday.

Kartarpur ready to welcome Sikh pilgrims: Imran

Kartarpur ready to welcome Sikh pilgrims: Imran

Rediff.com3 Nov 2019

In another tweet, he congratulated his own government for completing the construction work on time.

Gujarat: In Godmother's den, her son roars like a tiger

Gujarat: In Godmother's den, her son roars like a tiger

Rediff.com12 Dec 2012

Santokben Jadeja's son Kandhal, contesting from Kutiyana assembly segment in Saurashtra, is all set to carry forward his family's legacy with no fear of his opponents or shame about his criminal record, reports Prasanna D Zore

Gangs, 'bhais' may play dominant role in Guj polls

Gangs, 'bhais' may play dominant role in Guj polls

Rediff.com4 Dec 2012

Gangs and musclemen could play a dominant role in elections in some assembly constituencies of Bhavnagar, Porbandar, the birthplace of apostle of non-violence Mahatma Gandhi, and Rajkot districts of Saurashtra region of Gujarat.

Good news for devotees of Lord Ram soon: Yogi

Good news for devotees of Lord Ram soon: Yogi

Rediff.com4 Nov 2018

He also appealed to everyone to light a lamp this Diwali in the name of Lord Ram.

PIX: Check out Ferrari's new car for 2020 F1 season

PIX: Check out Ferrari's new car for 2020 F1 season

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

Ferrari showed off their 2020 Formula One car with a theatrical show of pride and passion on Tuesday, assuring success-starved fans that it was also very different under the skin to last year's model. The SF1000, marking the Italian team's 1,000th race that comes up this year, is the car Ferrari hope can end six years of Mercedes domination and dash Lewis Hamilton's bid to equal Michael Schumacher's record seven titles.

'Relations with neighbour may be sour, but we would still invite them to a wedding at home'

'Relations with neighbour may be sour, but we would still invite them to a wedding at home'

Rediff.com22 May 2014

Prime Minister-designate Narendra Modi's invite to the heads of governments of South Asian Association of Regional Cooperation-member countries has the stamp of approval of not only President Pranab Mukherjee but also the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh.

Remembering Mahatma Gandhi: 5 must-visit memorials

Remembering Mahatma Gandhi: 5 must-visit memorials

Rediff.com1 Oct 2012

As the nation celebrates the 143rd birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi on October 2, TripAdvisor has come out with a list of the five most highly rated attractions closely associated with the Father of the Nation.

Stand vindicated, moment of fulfilment for me: Advani

Stand vindicated, moment of fulfilment for me: Advani

Rediff.com9 Nov 2019

Terming the agitation for Ram temple the biggest since India's freedom movement, he said it was aimed at the outcome which the verdict has made possible.

India vs SA: How the teams stack up in T20s

India vs SA: How the teams stack up in T20s

Rediff.com11 Sep 2019

Rajneesh Gupta throws up all the numbers of how both teams have fared in Twenty20 Internationals.

Main accused in Nankana Sahib vandalism held in Pakistan

Main accused in Nankana Sahib vandalism held in Pakistan

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

A violent mob had attacked the Gurdwara and pelted it with stones on Friday. A team of police had to intervene briskly to control the situation. The accused, identified as Imran, was arrested on Sunday for his role in the incident, Geo News reported.

PM to mirror Zardari, likely to visit Pak on pilgrimage

PM to mirror Zardari, likely to visit Pak on pilgrimage

Rediff.com3 May 2012

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is likely to visit religious places in Pakistan, a move that could be of political significance for the two countries. Officials are considering a visit by Dr Singh to Pakistan in November, mirroring Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari's Ajmer Sharif pilgrimage.

Was Babri Masjid demolition justified?

Was Babri Masjid demolition justified?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

'The outrage that followed the destruction of the Babri Masjid was an inability to see the event for what it was: The rectification of a grave historical wrong, the restitution of a hurt of a people and the countering of moral injustice,' argues Vivek Gumaste.

Ayodhya verdict will have 'consequences': Muslim parties

Ayodhya verdict will have 'consequences': Muslim parties

Rediff.com21 Oct 2019

'The decision by this Hon'ble Court, whichever way it goes, will impact future generations.'

Indian diaspora largest ethnic group in the UK: census

Indian diaspora largest ethnic group in the UK: census

Rediff.com11 Dec 2012

Indian diaspora is the largest ethnic group in the UK and Hinduism with 1.5 per cent of the population is the third most popular religion in the country, the latest census indicated on Tuesday.

How Babri demolition led to Muslim exclusion

How Babri demolition led to Muslim exclusion

Rediff.com6 Dec 2012

On the twentieth anniversary of the demolition of the Babri Masjid in Ayodhya by a mob of enraged kar sevaks, it might appear that the dispute about the birthplace of Rama is a thing of the past.

Tagore's ancestral house to become museum

Tagore's ancestral house to become museum

Rediff.com30 Apr 2012

To preserve Jorasanko Thakurbari, the ancestral house of Rabindranath Tagore in north Kolkata, West Bengal government is planning to convert it to a museum.

On this Day: F1 legend Senna dies in the fast lane

On this Day: F1 legend Senna dies in the fast lane

Rediff.com1 May 2020

Much has been written about that afternoon, and the Brazilian's career and epic rivalry with Frenchman Alain Prost, with questions still asked about what caused the crash. What is certain is that it changed Formula One, triggering a major safety review and altering the course of sporting history.

Celebrating the life of Nelson Mandela

Celebrating the life of Nelson Mandela

Rediff.com12 Feb 2019

Nelson Mandela, the hero of South Africa's struggle to end apartheid and establish democracy, is being honoured in a new visitor attraction on London's South Bank. Mandela: The Official Exhibition traces the story of the 20th century's most iconic freedom fighter and political leader through previously unseen film clips and photographs. It includes artefacts such as one of his hand-printed batik shirts and the ceremonial headdress awarded to Mandela upon his release from prison in 1990. The exhibition is designed to tour the world: after closing in London in June it will go to Paris. Here's a glimpse of what you can expect at the exhibit.

RARE PIX: Inside North Korea

RARE PIX: Inside North Korea

Rediff.com20 Sep 2017

CNN cameras go inside the secretive nation to places few outsiders have ever seen.

Flame for London Games arrives in Britain

Flame for London Games arrives in Britain

Rediff.com19 May 2012

The flame for the London Olympics burned brightly on British soil on Friday after David Beckham stepped off a special flight from the Games birthplace of Greece to light a cauldron with a golden torch.

SC to pronounce Ayodhya verdict at 10.30 am today

SC to pronounce Ayodhya verdict at 10.30 am today

Rediff.com9 Nov 2019

The bench on October 16 had reserved the judgment after marathon hearing of 40 days.

Mother hints at closeness between Ambani brothers

Mother hints at closeness between Ambani brothers

Rediff.com27 Dec 2011

The markets had been speculating for weeks, but on Monday corporate India's first family got into it as well.

Trumps terms Biden's acceptance speech 'just words'

Trumps terms Biden's acceptance speech 'just words'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

"In 47 years, Joe did none of the things of which he now speaks. He will never change, just words!" Trump tweeted his first reaction to Biden's acceptance speech on Thursday.

Govt to implement all clauses of Bodo accord in 30 months: Shah

Govt to implement all clauses of Bodo accord in 30 months: Shah

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday said all clauses of the Bodo Accord signed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Government last year will be implemented within two-and-a-half years.

Glued to TV sets, Ayodhya relives 'Ramayana' days

Glued to TV sets, Ayodhya relives 'Ramayana' days

Rediff.com5 Aug 2020

Some jewellery shops in the famous Shringaar Haat area turned into places for community television spots as passers-by and even some security personnel and mediapersons joined shopkeepers to watch the live telecast of 'bhoomi poojan' by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the temple and his speech. Many recalled that these scenes were similar to ones quite common in late 1980s when 'Ramayana' serial was telecast on Doordarshan and people used to gather at few houses and shops having TV sets.

Dream close to my heart is being fulfilled: Advani

Dream close to my heart is being fulfilled: Advani

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

In a statement, he said it is his belief that the Shri Ram Mandir will represent India as a strong, prosperous, peaceful and harmonious nation with justice for all and exclusion of none to truly usher in 'Ram Rajya, the epitome of good governance'.

Plan for memorial for Anand Marga founder faces hurdles

Plan for memorial for Anand Marga founder faces hurdles

Rediff.com16 Nov 2011

Keshopur, a tiny village has put Bihar's Jamalpur on the world map. Ananda Marga, a spiritual and social movement that was started in 1955, has decided to develop a memorial of its founder Prabhat Ranjan Sarkar there.