News for 'Darshan'

PIX: Gambhir visits Siddhivinayak temple

PIX: Gambhir visits Siddhivinayak temple

Rediff.com15 May 2025

According to reports, Gambhir and the selectors will meet to decide on the new Indian captain in Tests and the squad for the five-match series.

Ration scam in Amethi? Food grains found mixed with soil, salt; FIR ordered

Ration scam in Amethi? Food grains found mixed with soil, salt; FIR ordered

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

(UP), Jun 27 (PTI) A major irregularity has come to light in Uttar Pradesh's Amethi where bags of food grain, meant to be distributed under the free ration scheme for the poor, were allegedly found mixed with soil and salt, officials said on Friday.

Ex-Army man kills daughter-in-law for refusing to remarry

Ex-Army man kills daughter-in-law for refusing to remarry

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

An ex-Army man allegedly shot dead his widowed daughter-in-law in Morena district of Madhya Pradesh after she turned down his demand to remarry within the family, her kin and police said on Thursday.

Mrs Pawan Kalyan Prays At Tirupati For Son's Health

Mrs Pawan Kalyan Prays At Tirupati For Son's Health

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Anna Konidala, Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan's wife, worshipped at the Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirupati and participated in the Srivari Suprabhata Seva on Monday, April 14, morning.

Mitti: Ek Nayi Pehchaan Review: Engaging

Mitti: Ek Nayi Pehchaan Review: Engaging

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Ishwak Singh's earnestness and the rustic energy of his mates keeps Mitti engaging, even when it starts to get preachy, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Five TN policemen arrested for temple guard's custodial death

Five TN policemen arrested for temple guard's custodial death

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

Family members of the temple guard have alleged that the cause of death of the 28-year-old was not natural, and he passed away allegedly after being beaten and tortured during police interrogation.

Amarnath yatra sees 10% dip in registrations after Pahalgam attack

Amarnath yatra sees 10% dip in registrations after Pahalgam attack

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

The LG said around 2.36 lakh pilgrims had registered for the yatra before the attack took place at Baisaran in Pahalgam area that left 26 persons -- mostly tourists -- dead.

'One Actor Can Only Do So Much Work'

'One Actor Can Only Do So Much Work'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

'I had not even realised I had done almost 100 films.'

Time Aamir Stopped Acting!

Time Aamir Stopped Acting!

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Audiences will hope that Rajinikanth's Coolie, Lokesh Kanagaraj's action film and Rajkumar Hirani's Dadasaheb Phalke biopic are not marred by Aamir Khan's disconcerting, repetitive performances. Aamir's real strength lies in championing stories that challenge conventions and are considered risky by mainstream filmmakers.

KSCA T20 auction: Padikkal bags Rs 13.2L; Samit Dravid unsold

KSCA T20 auction: Padikkal bags Rs 13.2L; Samit Dravid unsold

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

KSCA T20 auction saw Indian international batter Devdutt Padikkal lead the charts as the most expensive player of the day,

TMC MP Mahua Moitra marries ex-BJD MP in Germany

TMC MP Mahua Moitra marries ex-BJD MP in Germany

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Two-time Trinamool Congress Lok Sabha MP Mahua Moitra is learnt to have quietly tied the knot with Biju Janata Dal leader Pinaki Misra on May 3.

Kangana's Temple Run In Karnataka

Kangana's Temple Run In Karnataka

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Kangana Ranaut visited the Shri Durgaparameshwari emple in Kateel and the Shri Hale Mariamma temple in Kapu.

Not love for Marathi, but power play: BJP slams Uddhav-Raj rally

Not love for Marathi, but power play: BJP slams Uddhav-Raj rally

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

BJP leaders in Maharashtra criticized Uddhav and Raj Thackeray's joint rally in Mumbai, calling it a desperate attempt to revive their political fortunes ahead of civic polls. They accused the Thackerays of using the Marathi language issue as a guise to regain power and criticized their past actions.

Can UP Triple Its Exports By 2030?

Can UP Triple Its Exports By 2030?

Rediff.com28 May 2025

UP has progressed steadily: its exports increased from $13 billion in FY15 to $17 billion in FY20, and to around $22 billion in FY25.

Fewer devotees turn up for Kashmir's Kheer Bhawani mela

Fewer devotees turn up for Kashmir's Kheer Bhawani mela

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

The usual rush of devotees was missing this year, presumably due to the Pahalgam terror attack and the military action between India and Pakistan following it.

Kriti, Kartik Win Big At Zee Cine Awards

Kriti, Kartik Win Big At Zee Cine Awards

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Check out the winners at the Zee Cine Awards.

Pran Pratishtha 2.0: Raja Ram consecrated at Ayodhya temple

Pran Pratishtha 2.0: Raja Ram consecrated at Ayodhya temple

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

According to Hindu scriptures, Ganga Dussehra marks the day the holy river Ganga descended to Earth from Lord Shiva's locks, moved by King Bhagirath's penance. The day is considered highly auspicious and symbolises virtue, penance, and the collective well-being of humanity.

How Naidu Celebrated Grandson's Birthday

How Naidu Celebrated Grandson's Birthday

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

On Friday, March 21, 2025, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu along with his family offered prayers at the Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirupati.

Ma Vaishno Devi: The Power Of The Goddess

Ma Vaishno Devi: The Power Of The Goddess

Rediff.com30 May 2025

As we continue our climb, I meet 59-year-old Pushpa Devi from Banaras. I stare at her in wonderment when she tells me this is her 45th visit to the temple. She is equally bewildered to hear this is my first visit!What is it that draws her here each year? 'Bas ek shabd hai. Shraddha. (There is just one word. Faith.)'

Triptii's Day At The Temple

Triptii's Day At The Temple

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Triptii Dimri is enjoying the highs of being an actor and is suitably grateful for it. She spends her day at a temple, and takes us along.

Confident Punjab Kings eye first top 2 finish in 11 years

Confident Punjab Kings eye first top 2 finish in 11 years

Rediff.com23 May 2025

A full-strength Punjab Kings will fancy their chances of securing their first top-two finish in 11 years, when they face Delhi Capitals on Saturday.

Why lakhs leave their footwear behind at Ram Temple every day

Why lakhs leave their footwear behind at Ram Temple every day

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

The Ayodhya municipal corporation is grappling with a unique problem: a massive pile of abandoned footwear left behind by devotees at the Ram temple. This issue has arisen due to a change in crowd management measures, leading to a long journey to retrieve shoes for many visitors, causing them to leave the temple barefoot.

ED summons TMC MP Mahua Moitra, bizman Darshan Hiranandani

ED summons TMC MP Mahua Moitra, bizman Darshan Hiranandani

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

Moitra, who was expelled from the Lok Sabha in December for "unethical conduct", has been renominated by her party from West Bengal's Krishnanagar seat in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls.

Pacer Yash Thakur in Vidarbha Ranji squad

Pacer Yash Thakur in Vidarbha Ranji squad

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

The Akshay Wadkar-led side are coming off a massive 221-run victory over Rajasthan in their previous contest.

IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians eye play-offs spot in crunch clash with Delhi Capitals

IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians eye play-offs spot in crunch clash with Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com20 May 2025

While MI's win will assure them of a place in the play-offs, Delhi Capitals need to win both their remaining games to advance.

Anant Ambani Rescues Chickens From Slaughter

Anant Ambani Rescues Chickens From Slaughter

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

A viral video of Anant Ambani saving chickens from getting slaughtered is doing the rounds on the Internet.

'India Took Me To A Higher Place'

'India Took Me To A Higher Place'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

'Youngsters in India look up to the West as if it is the biggest accomplishment they need in life. It breaks my heart.'

Delhi Capitals have task cut out against Gujarat Titans

Delhi Capitals have task cut out against Gujarat Titans

Rediff.com17 May 2025

Shaken by the abrupt suspension of their previous match due to the India-Pakistan conflict, a struggling Delhi Capitals will look to regroup and address bowling concerns when they face table-toppers Gujarat Titans in a reverse-leg IPL clash in Delhi on Sunday to keep their play-off hopes alive.

Jammu: 3 missing persons found dead; terror angle 'ruled out'

Jammu: 3 missing persons found dead; terror angle 'ruled out'

Rediff.com9 Mar 2025

The bodies of a teenager and his two relatives were found near a waterfall in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district three days after they went missing. The Jammu and Kashmir Congress has demanded a high-level investigation into the incident. The police have ruled out any terror angle, but the exact cause of death is unknown and will be determined by a postmortem.

Do-or-Die for Delhi Capitals vs in-form Punjab Kings

Do-or-Die for Delhi Capitals vs in-form Punjab Kings

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Delhi Capitals will be desperate to arrest their slump and stay in contention for a play-off berth when they take on high-flying Punjab Kings in a crucial IPL match in Dharamsala on Thursday.

KKR's playoff hopes on the line as they face DC

KKR's playoff hopes on the line as they face DC

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

The Delhi Capitals will be looking to improve their batting performance in the middle overs when they face a struggling Kolkata Knight Riders in their Indian Premier League match on Tuesday.

'I Didn't Tell My Family About Aashram'

'I Didn't Tell My Family About Aashram'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

'I knew I wouldn't be offered hero roles anymore. That is why when I accepted this show.'

DC need all-round flair vs Sunrisers to end losing run

DC need all-round flair vs Sunrisers to end losing run

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Delhi Capitals skipper Axar Patel would like to quickly forget the underwhelming performances of his side in home conditions and get their stuttering campaign back on track when they take on Sunrisers Hyderabad, who are teetering on the edge of elimination, in the IPL match in Hyderabad on Monday.

Vances at Akshardham

Vances at Akshardham

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

US Vice President JD Vance and his family began their four-day trip to India with a visit to the Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple in Delhi. The Vances, along with their three children dressed in Indian attire, spent an hour at the temple, admiring its intricate architecture and receiving a traditional welcome. The visit comes amid ongoing trade negotiations between the US and India.

Battle royal in offing as RCB, Delhi Capitals clash at Kotla

Battle royal in offing as RCB, Delhi Capitals clash at Kotla

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

Virat Kohli remains the biggest draw as he returns to his 'home ground' at the back of five half-centuries in nine games. Four of them have come away from the Chinnaswamy Stadium and despite being in the opposition camp, the Delhi crowd will be hoping the Indian superstar extends his prolific run in the tournament.

'Show restraint': Ram temple trust's appeal to devotees

'Show restraint': Ram temple trust's appeal to devotees

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra has appealed to devotees from nearby areas to postpone their visit to Ayodhya for 15-20 days, citing the large number of devotees flocking to the town since January 26. The trust said this will allow devotees from distant places to have an easier darshan experience. The appeal comes as Ayodhya has witnessed a footfall of around 40 lakh devotees since Monday, choking the roads and bylanes leading to the Ram Temple with huge traffic snarls.

When police opened gate...: Eyewitnesses recalls Tirupati stampede

When police opened gate...: Eyewitnesses recalls Tirupati stampede

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

'While my wife and others were trying to obtain Vaikunta Dwara Darshan tickets, a stampede occurred, resulting in her death'

Ranji Trophy Semi-final: Rahane, SKY fail; Mumbai in trouble

Ranji Trophy Semi-final: Rahane, SKY fail; Mumbai in trouble

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

The experienced trio of Ajinkya Rahane, Suryakumar Yadav and Shivam Dube failed with the bat to leave Mumbai India reeling against Vidarbha on Day 2 of the Ranji Trophy semi-finals.

Ram temple darshan timings extended amid huge rush

Ram temple darshan timings extended amid huge rush

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

The extended timing to offer prayers at the new Ram temple in Ayodhya came into effect on Thursday with 'darshan' being allowed from 6 am as key roads leading to the temple town remained closed to regulate vehicular movement.

Ranji Final: Bowlers star as Vidarbha take vital lead

Ranji Final: Bowlers star as Vidarbha take vital lead

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

Harsh Dubey strikes twice as Kerala reach 219/5 at lunch on Day 3 in Ranji final against Vidarbha