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China's national day sees global protests against Beijing's rights breaches

China's national day sees global protests against Beijing's rights breaches

Rediff.com2 Oct 2022

In Tokyo, hundreds of Japanese citizens came out on the streets to express solidarity with the oppressed people of Tibet, Xinjiang, Mongolia, Hong Kong and Taiwan.

Row over dancer not allowed to perform at Kerala temple

Row over dancer not allowed to perform at Kerala temple

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

The issue of denial of permission to Mansiya V P to perform Bharatanatyam at Koodalmanikyam temple, Irinjalakuda in Thrissur district has become a matter of debate in the state.

3 teenage siblings from Telangana die in US fire

3 teenage siblings from Telangana die in US fire

Rediff.com26 Dec 2018

Sathwika, Suhan and Jaya were studying there and attended a Christmas party at a local resident's house which caught fire.

Kerala: Protests over 'police inaction' in nun rape case

Kerala: Protests over 'police inaction' in nun rape case

Rediff.com8 Sep 2018

They alleged that the police probing the case was trying to sabotage the investigation.

Karnataka orders special probe into church attacks

Karnataka orders special probe into church attacks

Rediff.com18 Sep 2008

The Karnataka government on Thursday ordered a probe by the elite Corps of Detectives into the series of attacks on Christian prayer halls in the state, saying it wanted an "impartial inquiry" into the communal violence. "The government wants to ensure an impartial inquiry into the incidents of communal violence in the state and book the culprits," Chief Minister B S Yeddyurappa told reporters after a Cabinet meeting.

This couple is giving a new life to India's landmarks

This couple is giving a new life to India's landmarks

Rediff.com8 Jan 2019

Varsha Nair and Vivek Wagh are painting India on whatever canvas is possible.

Why Hrithik wanted a church wedding

Why Hrithik wanted a church wedding

Rediff.com20 Aug 2003

Religious differences have never been a barrier among Bollywod's famous couples, says Bharathi Pradhan in her book, Colas, Cars & Communal Harmony.

5 things to know about Lent

5 things to know about Lent

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

A season of prayer and penance in the Christian church, and a period of preparation for the Easter season, here is all that you need to know about Lent.

Bigg Boss 15: Meet Raqesh Bapat

Bigg Boss 15: Meet Raqesh Bapat

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

Namrata Thakker takes a look at his Instagram feed to find out.

Death toll in Kerala landslide rises to 52

Death toll in Kerala landslide rises to 52

Rediff.com11 Aug 2020

Personnel of NDRF, Fire, Forest and police departments have expanded their search operations to the downstream of a river in their efforts to trace 19 more people who were still missing in the August 7 tragedy near Rajamala.

Kerala priest says women who wear jeans 'arouse' men, should be drowned

Kerala priest says women who wear jeans 'arouse' men, should be drowned

Rediff.com28 Feb 2017

The priest said the Holy Bible and Catholic Church have not given permission to girls to wear jeans and T-shirts, which is the attire of boys.

PICS: Kenyans Jepchirchir, Chebet win Boston Marathon

PICS: Kenyans Jepchirchir, Chebet win Boston Marathon

Rediff.com19 Apr 2022

Chebet picked up his first major victory in two hours six minutes and 51 seconds, with compatriots Lawrence Cherono and Benson Kipruto second and third.

Nagaland: 1 killed as mob vandalises Assam Rifles camp

Nagaland: 1 killed as mob vandalises Assam Rifles camp

Rediff.com5 Dec 2021

The mob went on a rampage, demanding immediate action against the security personnel involved in the killing of the 13 people, they said.

'Bishop Mulakkal must be removed from his post'

'Bishop Mulakkal must be removed from his post'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2018

'The problem is not lack of evidence, but the unholy alliance between political parties and church authorities.' 'If you are raising a voice against the priest, you and your family will suffer.'

Elvis Review

Elvis Review

Rediff.com24 Jun 2022

Elvis is a missed opportunity, notes Aseem Chhabra.

Should temples continue to be under govt control, asks Madras HC

Should temples continue to be under govt control, asks Madras HC

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

Justice GR Swaminathan of the HC bench in Madurai noted that Tamil Nadu was a land of temples where the shrines have played a central role in our culture.

Sexual assault: Kerala nun to go ahead with legal action against Bishop

Sexual assault: Kerala nun to go ahead with legal action against Bishop

Rediff.com30 Jun 2018

The nun alleged that she was subjected to sexual abuse 13 times.

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