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2 held for firing outside Salman's house, were hired by Bishnoi gang

2 held for firing outside Salman's house, were hired by Bishnoi gang

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

Two persons including a man who allegedly opened fire outside Bollywood actor Salman Khan's residence in Mumbai have been arrested from Gujarat, police said on Tuesday.

'Modi's Speech Is A Response To Congress Obsession With Vote Bank Politics'

'Modi's Speech Is A Response To Congress Obsession With Vote Bank Politics'

Rediff.com2 May 2024

'The Congress wants to distort the very fabric of Indian society because they are obsessed with vote bank politics.'

As BJP rakes up Katchatheevu, DMK says opposed giving it away

As BJP rakes up Katchatheevu, DMK says opposed giving it away

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

If Modi was really keen on Katchatheevu, he could have reclaimed that island during his 10 years in office, he said.

Christians reject 'divisive' church-attack report

Christians reject 'divisive' church-attack report

Rediff.com5 Feb 2011

Unanimously rejecting the Somasekhara report, absolving Bharatiya Janata Party and Sangh Parivar from the attacks on churches and prayer halls in several places in Karnataka in 2008, the Christian community in the state on Saturday demanded a Central Bureau of Investigation probe into the strikes.

PHOTOS: Proxy baptism of Mahatma Gandhi by US church

PHOTOS: Proxy baptism of Mahatma Gandhi by US church

Rediff.com29 Feb 2012

Mahatma Gandhi has been baptised in proxy by a United States church, drawing sharp reaction from his grandson and others.

16 women among 174 candidates in fray in Nov 7 Mizoram polls

16 women among 174 candidates in fray in Nov 7 Mizoram polls

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

The number of contesting candidates this time is 35 less than the figure in 2018.

Church attacks, nun rape law & order issue, not communal: FM

Church attacks, nun rape law & order issue, not communal: FM

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley has asserted that the recent attacks on churches and rape of a nun were not political or communal issues but law and order problems.

When I Took A Boat Holiday

When I Took A Boat Holiday

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

The best way to really take in the English countryside is to go narrowboating.

'How can you forget what Christians do for nation building?'

'How can you forget what Christians do for nation building?'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

'Even if they try to silence us, even if they kill so many of us, we won't give up.' 'We won't give up doing the good work we are doing for society.' 'Because we love this country.'

Upset PM seeks report on nun gang-rape, church vandalism

Upset PM seeks report on nun gang-rape, church vandalism

Rediff.com17 Mar 2015

"PM is deeply concerned about the incidents in Hisar, Haryana and Nadia, West Bengal," the PMO tweeted.

Two blasts rock Nigerian churches on Christmas; 28 killed

Two blasts rock Nigerian churches on Christmas; 28 killed

Rediff.com25 Dec 2011

At least 28 people were killed on Sunday in two powerful blasts that targeted churches in Nigeria during the Christmas services, amid a series of attacks by a radical Islamic sect in the country's north that claimed nearly 70 lives.

Why Mizoram parties asking EC to reschedule counting date

Why Mizoram parties asking EC to reschedule counting date

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

The BJP also wrote to the EC, urging it to postpone the date of counting as Sunday is a sacred day for Christians, and the entire day is devoted to church services throughout the state.

T20 WC PIX: Buttler blazes England into semis

T20 WC PIX: Buttler blazes England into semis

Rediff.com23 Jun 2024

IMAGES from the Super Eight Match of the T20 World Cup, played between England and USA, in Bridgetown, Barbados, on Sunday.

IED blast in Bengaluru's Church Street, 1 killed

IED blast in Bengaluru's Church Street, 1 killed

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

A woman was confirmed dead and another injured in an explosion triggered by an Improvised Explosive Device on Sunday night in front of a popular restaurant on a busy road in the heart of Bengaluru.

'Christmas Is A Celebration Of Pure Life'

'Christmas Is A Celebration Of Pure Life'

Rediff.com25 Dec 2023

'If we can't celebrate life itself, it is not a festival anymore, but one's ignorance of what's happening around us.'

Dinners At The School On The Hill

Dinners At The School On The Hill

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

Barnes School, Devlali, is famous for its dal. But everything tastes good in the hill station air and vintage locale.

Former Pope Benedict XVI passes away at 95

Former Pope Benedict XVI passes away at 95

Rediff.com31 Dec 2022

Pope Benedict passed away two days after Pontiff Francis asked to pray for the "very sick" former Pope

A US President Bids His Wife Farewell

A US President Bids His Wife Farewell

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Guests at the memorial service were startled to see former President Jimmy Carter, all of 99 and in hospice care, attend the ceremony for his beloved Rosa to whom he had been married to for 77 years.

Duo fired outside Salman's house to kill him: Police

Duo fired outside Salman's house to kill him: Police

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

The Mumbai police's crime branch on Tuesday submitted to a local court that the two arrested accused opened fire outside Bollywood superstar Salman Khan's house 'in an attempt to kill him'.

Opposition, govt clash in LS over church attacks

Opposition, govt clash in LS over church attacks

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

Recent attacks on religious places led to a verbal clash in Lok Sabha on Wednesday.

Christmas celebrated with fervour after 2 yrs of subdued festivities

Christmas celebrated with fervour after 2 yrs of subdued festivities

Rediff.com25 Dec 2022

After two years of muted festivities due to COVID-19, crowds thronged churches across the country this Christmas on Sunday for special prayers as people celebrated the birth of Jesus Christ.

Kerala's action hero makes a dashing entry into govt

Kerala's action hero makes a dashing entry into govt

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

He was trolled during the Lok Sabha poll campaign, but despite the tactics by his rivals, action hero Suresh Gopi rose to national stardom in cinema style on June 4, winning the Thrissur seat on a BJP ticket and scripting history for the saffron party in Kerala.

K'taka church attacks: Clean chit for BJP, Parivar

K'taka church attacks: Clean chit for BJP, Parivar

Rediff.com28 Jan 2011

The committee, which was set up almost two years back following a spate of attacks on churches particularly in the Mangalore belt, has said that there is no merit in the allegations made against the BJP and the Sangh Parivar.

Survivor nun to pursue legal battle against ex-bishop Franco Mulakkal

Survivor nun to pursue legal battle against ex-bishop Franco Mulakkal

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

A day after the resignation of bishop Franco Mulakkal as Jalandhar bishop, 'Save Our Sisters' campaigners on Friday said the survivor nun who had levelled rape charges against him would continue her fight for justice through the legal system.

Jingle Bells! Jingle Bells! Santa's Come

Jingle Bells! Jingle Bells! Santa's Come

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

'Tis that time of the year...

PIL on attacks on churches in Delhi: HC seeks Centre's reply

PIL on attacks on churches in Delhi: HC seeks Centre's reply

Rediff.com29 Apr 2015

Delhi high court on Wednesday sought response of the Centre on a PIL seeking protection of religious rights of Christians and an SIT probe into the recent attacks on churches in the national capital.

Kuwait fire tragedy devastates Kerala and Tamil Nadu

Kuwait fire tragedy devastates Kerala and Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

Heart-breaking stories of sorrow and shock began emerging from various parts of Kerala as people learned about the death of their loved ones.

Bishop Franco Mulakkal steps down after Vatican's request

Bishop Franco Mulakkal steps down after Vatican's request

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

Bishop Franco Mulakkal, who was temporarily relieved of his pastoral responsibilities by Pope Francis in 2018 following allegations of rape by a nun, has resigned from the Jalandhar Bishop's post, a church source said on Thursday.

Church attacked in West Bengal, six injured

Church attacked in West Bengal, six injured

Rediff.com25 Dec 2002

The gang indulged in loot at the church, located near Karimpur-Chapra highway along the India-Bangladesh border.

Church elder held for sending offensive SMS to Mizoram CM

Church elder held for sending offensive SMS to Mizoram CM

Rediff.com20 Dec 2013

A church elder who allegedly sent offensive SMS to Mizoram Chief Minister Lal Thanhawla after the declaration of the Assembly elections results has been arrested.

Church attacks: Central team reviews conditions

Church attacks: Central team reviews conditions

Rediff.com23 Sep 2008

The team comprising Special Secretary (Internal Security) M L Kumawat and Union Home Ministry Joint Secretary A K Yadav, who were in Karnataka for a day, visited the Kulashekhara and Milagres churches and also the Father Muller's institution at Mangalore.

Miscreants attack 14 churches in Karnataka

Miscreants attack 14 churches in Karnataka

Rediff.com15 Sep 2008

Seven persons, including two pastors, received minor injuries and two vehicles were set ablaze by the motorcycle-borne attackers, who also ransacked furniture in some places, Western range DIG A M Prasad said. Prasad said nine churches belonging to Pentecoastal and Catholic faiths were the target of attacks in Dakshina Kannada district and three each in Udupi and Chikmagalur district.

US House passes $95-bn aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other allies

US House passes $95-bn aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other allies

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

One bill provides $60.8 billion for Ukraine, with over 80 percent of it for helping Kyiv amid its ongoing war with Russia, including replenishing supplies of US made weapons and ammunition.

'Will Never Regret Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant Agitation'

'Will Never Regret Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant Agitation'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

'We were not protesting for a wage hike or provident fund. We were protesting for the safety of the larger population. There is no personal gain.'

What Teachers Don't Want From You

What Teachers Don't Want From You

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

Let teachers tell you what they'd like as a Teachers Day gift.

'India is only a 150-year-old name'

'India is only a 150-year-old name'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

'Bharat is a name that is 7000 years old.' 'We are not saying the name of the country should be changed from India to Bharat; we only recommended that the stress should be on Bharat.'

Extra security for Aligarh churches due to controversial Christmas day re-conversions

Extra security for Aligarh churches due to controversial Christmas day re-conversions

Rediff.com16 Dec 2014

Amid the proposed mass conversion ceremony by leaders of an Aligarh-based outfit here on December 25, the Christian community has sought for additional security for their churches in the city.

Gunman kills 26 in Texas church; found dead in his car

Gunman kills 26 in Texas church; found dead in his car

Rediff.com6 Nov 2017

It's the deadliest mass shooting in Texas history -- and the fifth deadliest in modern US history.

Church attack: CM Fadnavis gives cops 48 hrs to nab attackers

Church attack: CM Fadnavis gives cops 48 hrs to nab attackers

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday said he has directed the police to arrest within 48 hours the culprits who hurled stones at a catholic church in Navi Mumbai on Saturday.