News for 'Dharamshala'

In birthday address, Dalai Lama hails India's 'secular values'

In birthday address, Dalai Lama hails India's 'secular values'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2021

In a virtual address from his residence in Dharamshala, the Tibetan spiritual leader thanked people from across the globe who greeted him on his birthday and said he would continue to serve humanity and combat climate change.

Malaika's pet Casper will make you smile

Malaika's pet Casper will make you smile

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

See sweet pics of Malaika Arora with her adorable pet.

Weather forecast for India vs SA third T20I

Weather forecast for India vs SA third T20I

Rediff.com22 Sep 2019

Rain is likely to play spoilsport in the third and final T20I of the three-match series between India and South Africa.

'Shreyas getting Test cap was the happiest moment of my life'

'Shreyas getting Test cap was the happiest moment of my life'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2021

Shreyas Iyer's father Santosh has a unique WhatsApp DP: his son donning the whites and holding the 2017 Border Gavaskar Trophy.

SC confirms Rs 25 lakh penalty on petitioner, says message has to go out

SC confirms Rs 25 lakh penalty on petitioner, says message has to go out

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

The bench said it is not inclined to show any indulgence in this application.

Sonu Sood backs Channi to become Punjab CM again

Sonu Sood backs Channi to become Punjab CM again

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

"The Congress has an edge this time," Sonu claimed.

Unvaccinated people, children below 15 not allowed at R-Day parade

Unvaccinated people, children below 15 not allowed at R-Day parade

Rediff.com24 Jan 2022

Police also said that people will have to adhere to all Covid-protocols, such as wearing face masks and maintaining social distancing, at the programme on Rajpath on January 26.

Over 27k Delhi police personnel deployed for R-Day security

Over 27k Delhi police personnel deployed for R-Day security

Rediff.com23 Jan 2022

Delhi police commissioner Rakesh Asthana on Sunday said over 27,000 police personnel have been deployed for Republic Day security duties in the national capital and anti-terror measures intensified.

Seniors need to guide youngsters: De Kock

Seniors need to guide youngsters: De Kock

Rediff.com11 Mar 2020

Quinton De Kock said former captain Faf du Plessis' comeback after being rested for the Australia series, will hold the visitors in a good stead in the upcoming ODIs.

UP bypolls: Don't let Azamgarh become den of terror, Adityanath tells voters

UP bypolls: Don't let Azamgarh become den of terror, Adityanath tells voters

Rediff.com19 Jun 2022

Adityanath on the occasion praised the Centre's 'Agnipath' scheme and highlighted its benefits.

Digvijaya Singh acknowledges RSS, Amit Shah's help on Narmada yatra

Digvijaya Singh acknowledges RSS, Amit Shah's help on Narmada yatra

Rediff.com30 Sep 2021

On other days Digvijaya Singh is among staunchest critics of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, but on Thursday he revealed how Shah as well as RSS workers had helped him during his `Narmada Parikrama' four years ago.

Indian-origin techie killed in shootout between rival Mexican gangs

Indian-origin techie killed in shootout between rival Mexican gangs

Rediff.com23 Oct 2021

Anjali Ryot was killed along with another German tourist on Wednesday night in the crossfire, californianewstimes.com news portal reported.

Search team rediscovers 3 lost Chardham trek routes

Search team rediscovers 3 lost Chardham trek routes

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

The 25-member team returned to Rishikesh on Monday after traversing a distance of 1,158 km on foot braving the vagaries of the weather in highly difficult terrain in 50 days.

These pix of India will make you fall in love

These pix of India will make you fall in love

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

Rediff readers shared these beautiful pictures from their travels.

Chahal wears mask on way to Dharamsala for first ODI

Chahal wears mask on way to Dharamsala for first ODI

Rediff.com10 Mar 2020

It's not only the South African players but also their Indian counterparts who are taking precautionary measures in the wake of coronavirus outbreak as leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal wore a mask at the Delhi airport on way to Dharamshala for the first ODI on Thursday.

Delhi records highest-ever 24-hr rainfall in May

Delhi records highest-ever 24-hr rainfall in May

Rediff.com20 May 2021

A record 119.3 mm rainfall pounded Delhi under the impact of cyclonic storm Tauktae and a western disturbance in 24 hours ending 8:30 am on Thursday, breaking all the previous records for May, the IMD said on Thursday.

The making of India's U-19 World Cup hero Raj Bawa

The making of India's U-19 World Cup hero Raj Bawa

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

'When he was a kid, Raj kept on watching Yuvraj, who would come for his nets at the academy and for kids. The first hero makes a lasting impression.'

BJP leaders attend Dalai Lama's event

BJP leaders attend Dalai Lama's event

Rediff.com31 Mar 2018

Minister of State for Culture Mahesh Sharma and the Bharatiya Janata Party National General Secretary Ram Madhav on Saturday attended the 'Thank You India' event in Dharamshala, organised to mark 60 years of The Dalai Lama's exile.

Delhi sees highest 24-hour rainfall in May since 1976

Delhi sees highest 24-hour rainfall in May since 1976

Rediff.com19 May 2021

The city also recorded a maximum temperature of 23.8 degrees Celsius, 16 notches below normal and the lowest in the month of May since 1951, the IMD said.

Indian police is the protector of 'karuna' and 'ahimsa': Dalai Lama

Indian police is the protector of 'karuna' and 'ahimsa': Dalai Lama

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

He said with leaders such as Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru and Rajendra Prasad, who preached non-violence, India could be an example for the rest of the world to learn about the co-existence of people of "different religions, languages, scripts".

MUST SEE: Stunning pix of India's landmarks

MUST SEE: Stunning pix of India's landmarks

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

Rediff readers sent us these photographs of India from their travels.

Want some LAUGHS?

Want some LAUGHS?

Rediff.com8 Jun 2021

Joginder Tuteja looks at promising comedies getting ready to tickle your funny bone.

'Virat Kohli is like modern day hero'

'Virat Kohli is like modern day hero'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

Steve Waugh said that Kohli is loved by the fans for his attitude of not being intimidated by an opposition.

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar visits Dalai Lama

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar visits Dalai Lama

Rediff.com27 Mar 2011

Spiritual guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar met Buddhist leader the Dalai Lama at his residence in Dharamshala during his six-day visit to Himachal Pradesh. The leaders discussed various issues over an hour-long meeting.

Boucher suggests turning off cell phones amid global lockdown

Boucher suggests turning off cell phones amid global lockdown

Rediff.com17 Mar 2020

Cricket South Africa (CSA) suspended all forms of cricket for the next 60 days to minimise the impact of the coronavirus. South Africa men's cricket team coach Mark Boucher suggested to turn off cell phones for two weeks amid the ongoing global lockdown due to coronavirus pandemic.

Does US Want India-China Ties Boiling?

Does US Want India-China Ties Boiling?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2021

Washington is signalling to Delhi that it can rely on American support in any great game vis-a-vis China. Delhi shouldn't fall into the trap, argues Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

'Be it blue or white, it's an honour to represent my country'

'Be it blue or white, it's an honour to represent my country'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2019

Shubman Gill said that it is always an honour to represent the country, no matter the colour of the jersey.

China has no theological basis to pick the next Dalai Lama: US

China has no theological basis to pick the next Dalai Lama: US

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

"I travelled to Dharamshala, India to speak to the Tibetan community that were assembled there in exile and to tell them that the US is opposed to China picking the next Dalai Lama," Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom Samuel D Brownback told reporters on Tuesday during a conference call, recalling his visit to India in October.

PHOTOS: Diwali arrives early in Ayodhya, people light lamps

PHOTOS: Diwali arrives early in Ayodhya, people light lamps

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

The road leading from Hanumangarhi to Naya Ghat wore an illuminated look in the evening, with several earthen lamps lit outside shops, houses, guest houses and dharamshalas.

There will be no pressure of captaincy on Rahane: Gavaskar

There will be no pressure of captaincy on Rahane: Gavaskar

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

Ajinkya Rahane will not be bogged down by the pressure of captaincy if he leads India in the last three Tests against Australia in Virat Kohli's absence, said batting great Sunil Gavaskar.

As airlines spread wings, regional connectivity gets a boost

As airlines spread wings, regional connectivity gets a boost

Rediff.com15 Jan 2021

While the number of operational airports in the country will rise to 131, other smaller towns too are seeing a surge in connectivity.

BCCI's 7-point coronavirus diktat ahead of SA ODIs

BCCI's 7-point coronavirus diktat ahead of SA ODIs

Rediff.com11 Mar 2020

The guidelines are expected to be followed at the upcoming IPL, starting March 29, too.

HPCA rules out coronavirus threat to 1st ODI vs South Africa

HPCA rules out coronavirus threat to 1st ODI vs South Africa

Rediff.com4 Mar 2020

Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) general manager Col HS Manhas said all precautions are being taken by the medical teams amid the coronavirus scare.

Cricket and sports academy to come up in Leh: Thakur

Cricket and sports academy to come up in Leh: Thakur

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

Former BCCI president Anurag Thakur on Tuesday announced setting up of a cricket and sports academy in Leh to ensure that talented athletes get the required training to become a part of the mainstream.

BCCI keeps Modi out of informal meet

BCCI keeps Modi out of informal meet

Rediff.com17 Apr 2010

IPL Commissioner Lalit Modi's powers are set to be curtailed considerably as the move to clip his wings gained momentum at an informal BCCI meeting in Dharamshala where the Board's top brass discussed the Kochi franchise ownership row.

'Who knows, the war would have taken a different turn, maybe!'

'Who knows, the war would have taken a different turn, maybe!'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

'The simultaneous fire from so many guns rained down on the enemy and pulverised them, a sight I can never forget till my last breath.'

Post-coronavirus, Himachal Pradesh stares at tourism whitewash

Post-coronavirus, Himachal Pradesh stares at tourism whitewash

Rediff.com21 Apr 2020

Its economy dependent on tourist arrivals, the hill state is looking at a summer of discontent. Not that the rest of the year promises to be any different. Ashwani Sharma reports from Shimla.

Protests against Agnipath scheme turn violent; trains, vehicles torched

Protests against Agnipath scheme turn violent; trains, vehicles torched

Rediff.com16 Jun 2022

Trains were set afire and blocked, and public vehicles attacked as protests over 'Agnipath' swept across several places in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Delhi and Jammu on Thursday amid partisan political voices in favour and against the new recruitment scheme for the defence forces that has set off a firestorm.

First look! Ranveer nails Kapil Dev's 'Natraj' shot

First look! Ranveer nails Kapil Dev's 'Natraj' shot

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

Dressed in white cricket jersey and a sweater, Ranveer, with gloves and knee pads on, bears a striking resemblance with the ace cricketer as he is clicked in action.

Scoring 300 in any kind of cricket is great: Vengsarkar

Scoring 300 in any kind of cricket is great: Vengsarkar

Rediff.com23 Jan 2020

Former India captain Dilip Vengsarkar heaps praise on young Mumbai batsman Sarfaraz Khan after his unbeaten triple hundred in the drawn Ranji Trophy game against Uttar Pradesh.