News for 'DIVINE'

PIX: Priyanka, Tiger celebrate Earth Day!

PIX: Priyanka, Tiger celebrate Earth Day!

Rediff.com23 Apr 2020

Bollywood stars continue to post pictures with lovely messages on Earth Day.

Don't blame the government for Ram Rahim Singh

Don't blame the government for Ram Rahim Singh

Rediff.com28 Aug 2017

'Insulting the law, instigating violence, living ostentatiously and preaching godliness?' 'This vulgar hypocrisy needs peoples' rejection and a revolt.' 'If people can't speak out, then it will be a hypocrisy that they expect the government to act and speak for them,' says Tarun Vijay.

PIX: Geeta Basra brings oomph to the LFW!

PIX: Geeta Basra brings oomph to the LFW!

Rediff.com11 Mar 2011

Here's a look at duo Parvesh Jai's 'Rural Species' line, showcased on Day One of Lakme Fashion Week.

Sarod maestro lights up Sai Baba's 85th birthday

Sarod maestro lights up Sai Baba's 85th birthday

Rediff.com16 Nov 2010

Puttaparthi, the abode of Sri Satya Sai Baba, on Monday witnessed a beautiful symphony of sound and spirit as thousands of devotees from across the world, important dignitaries and well renowned artists gathered to join the 85th birthday of the renowned spiritual guru.

How Ash brought in her birthday

How Ash brought in her birthday

Rediff.com1 Nov 2010

Look what your favourite star has tweeted.

The innocence that touched the soul of India

The innocence that touched the soul of India

Rediff.com28 Dec 2010

Keshava, the 7-year-old tabla prodigy stole the show at the Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony. Claude Arpi on the wonder boy with magical fingers.

Pak judge 'blackmailed' to convict Nawaz Sharif, says daughter

Pak judge 'blackmailed' to convict Nawaz Sharif, says daughter

Rediff.com7 Jul 2019

The Imran Khan government termed the leaked video "doctored" and demanded its forensic audit, saying that "it is an attack on the judiciary."

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.

Why India will win the World Cup!

Why India will win the World Cup!

Rediff.com31 Mar 2011

After the semi-final victory over Pakistan, Sumeet Anand is sure India will beat Sri Lanka in the final and emerge triumphant.

Indo-Pak WC semi-final: the emotional graph

Indo-Pak WC semi-final: the emotional graph

Rediff.com29 Mar 2011

Sumeet Anand visualizes what the people of India and Pakistan are going through ahead of the World Cup semi-final between the two countries.

Sunderland manager seeks hand of God to upset Leicester

Sunderland manager seeks hand of God to upset Leicester

Rediff.com6 Apr 2016

Sunderland manager Sam Allardyce will seek divine intervention ahead of Sunday's clash with Premier League leaders Leicester City after watching his relegation-threatened side fail to convert dominance into goals last weekend.

10 things where Paul Octopus can make a difference

10 things where Paul Octopus can make a difference

Rediff.com28 Jul 2010

From match-making for young Indians to choosing the Indian cricket team to rescuing nations from economic ruin, many commentators feel Paul could be very useful. Will the octopus please help?

Images: Diwali with Lord Rama

Images: Diwali with Lord Rama

Rediff.com4 Nov 2010

One of the popular legends behind Diwali is that it marks Lord Rama's return from exile. Sanjay Patel presents the story before from Ramayana: The Divine Loophole.

Neighbours challenge political Hindutva's Ram agenda

Neighbours challenge political Hindutva's Ram agenda

Rediff.com24 Jul 2020

Indian claims to the Ram story and ownership could be challenged from more places than one, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Has Citi 'stolen' its ad idea from Matheno Films?

Has Citi 'stolen' its ad idea from Matheno Films?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2019

A film-maker has accused Citi India of 'picking up' his idea for their latest ad. But the bank denies this vehemently and has threatened legal action.

Phew! No break from shaadi fever any time soon

Phew! No break from shaadi fever any time soon

Rediff.com23 Feb 2019

'Till the foreseeable future, our evenings are chock-a-block with nuptial festivities and merrymaking,' sighs Kishore Singh.

Modi is the inheritor of Vajpayee's legacy

Modi is the inheritor of Vajpayee's legacy

Rediff.com26 Dec 2016

'The Vajpayee personae is so mirrored in Modi's initiatives that one wonders if the similarities are merely a coincidence or a divine design,' says RSS ideologue Tarun Vijay.

Frog wedding in Varanasi to woo rain gods

Frog wedding in Varanasi to woo rain gods

Rediff.com25 Jun 2010

The wedding was performed to please Lord Indra, the divine figure regarded as Lord of Rain by Hindus so that he showers rain.

Can Narendra Modi's fort be ever breached?

Can Narendra Modi's fort be ever breached?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

'In India, a really popular and well-entrenched leader is not defeated by a rival.' 'Such a leader has to defeat himself,' observes Shekhar Gupta.

Giving the Ramayana a pop culture avatar

Giving the Ramayana a pop culture avatar

Rediff.com3 Jun 2010

Sanjay Patel retraces his journey to Ramayana: Divine Loophole, his illustrated version of the ancient Indian epic, for Sandip Roy.

From Rashtrapati Bhavan to Akshardham: PM takes Turnbull on Delhi Darshan

From Rashtrapati Bhavan to Akshardham: PM takes Turnbull on Delhi Darshan

Rediff.com10 Apr 2017

After holding delegation-level bilateral talks and signing six pacts aimed at greater cooperation, Turnbull, accompanied by Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Mandi House metro station on the Delhi metro's Blue Line to hop a ride. The prime ministers deboarded at Akshardham metro station, and paid a visit to the famed AkshardhamTemple. Here's a glimpse of his visit.

Salman wrestles for Sultan

Salman wrestles for Sultan

Rediff.com28 Sep 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

'Inaction has driven PM away from masses'

'Inaction has driven PM away from masses'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

'The people are angry. They feel let down.'

Modi gifts French president 'Tree of Life' painting

Modi gifts French president 'Tree of Life' painting

Rediff.com12 Apr 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who wound up his first visit to France, gifted President Francois Hollande a painting titled 'Tree of Life' which reflects the traditional societal respect for nature in India.

12 IMPORTANT LESSONS from 2019

12 IMPORTANT LESSONS from 2019

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

Every year in Bollywood brings its share of good and bad. 2019 did too. Sukanya Verma lists what we learned.

Gaming review: To hell and back in Dante's Inferno

Gaming review: To hell and back in Dante's Inferno

Rediff.com4 Mar 2010

Gaming expert Sameer Desai, IndianVideoGamer.com, on Dante's Inferno.

The god of large things

The god of large things

Rediff.com6 Nov 2009

If there is one thing the argumentative Indian will accept as ineluctable fact, it is this: Sachin Tendulkar is god.

Chai wala vs Bar wala: Congress and BJP trade barbs over memes

Chai wala vs Bar wala: Congress and BJP trade barbs over memes

Rediff.com22 Nov 2017

Political drama unfolded late Tuesday night when veteran actor and Bharatiya Janata Party MP Paresh Rawal wrote and deleted a tweet in response to the meme posted by the Congress on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Victoria's Secret: The angels are here!

Victoria's Secret: The angels are here!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2017

Turning the spotlight on the gorgeous ladies who walked the ramp at the annual Victoria's Secret Fashion Show.

Shopping on TV comes of age

Shopping on TV comes of age

Rediff.com4 May 2009

From jaded showbiz personalities endorsing 'divine gemstones' and miraculous 'weight reducing products' at unearthly hours to 24 hour shopping channels, the virtual retail market on the idiot box has come of age.

Yash Birla on money, greed, and God

Yash Birla on money, greed, and God

Rediff.com11 Mar 2014

In an exclusive chat with the readers of Rediff.com, on Tuesday, March 11, Yashovardhan Birla, chairman of the Yash Birla Group discusses his deep belief in spirituality and his faith in true love.

12 daring necklines from LFW runway

12 daring necklines from LFW runway

Rediff.com31 Aug 2014

Because every fashion week needs could do with some :-)

Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior review

Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior review

Rediff.com10 Jan 2020

'Tanhaji has so much fun recreating a bygone legend and fictionalising history, authenticity and spellings, it gets infectious,' feels Sukanya Verma.

Mahabharata: The story of Ashwathama

Mahabharata: The story of Ashwathama

Rediff.com13 Apr 2021

Amongst the many characters in the Mahabharata, the impetuous Ashwathama comes across as a warrior lacking maturity and forethought.

Rajasthan Royals seek Ganesha's blessings to get IPL campaign back on track

Rajasthan Royals seek Ganesha's blessings to get IPL campaign back on track

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

Following two washed out games in a row, it was no surprise to see Rajasthan Royals seek some divine intervention as they looked to get their campaign back on track in the ongoing Indian Premier League.

PIX: Nicole Kidman, Will Smith at Cannes bash

PIX: Nicole Kidman, Will Smith at Cannes bash

Rediff.com24 May 2017

Stars and Stars turned up at the event to mark 70 years of Cannes on Wednesday, May 23.

'People still remember me as the Chak De girl'

'People still remember me as the Chak De girl'

Rediff.com21 Dec 2020

'I didn't even know where Bombay was before I came here.'

When rain played spoilsport...

When rain played spoilsport...

Rediff.com2 Jul 2009

Some sporting occasions marred by heavy downpour; sometimes witnessing an unexpected result.

How I fought abuse and bullying with music

How I fought abuse and bullying with music

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

Abhijith Gopinath aka A.B.I was mocked through school and college. He found solace in hip-hop and chose love over hate.

Happy birthday, Madhuri

Happy birthday, Madhuri

Rediff.com15 May 2009

As we all wish the great actress a very Happy Birthday, here's a look at different sides of Madhuri.