News for 'Dharma'

Kumbh Mela: The Republic of Dharma

Kumbh Mela: The Republic of Dharma

Rediff.com22 Feb 2013

The rich and the pauper, the austere and the ostentatious, the atheist and the seer, the iconoclast and the idol worshipper, all find warmth and solace in the icy waters of the Sangam, notes Tarun Vijay.

'Politics can't be a part time job'

'Politics can't be a part time job'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

'The BJP is doing politics 24x365, but the Congress revs up only during elections.'

Can BJP Wrest Mahakoshal From Congress?

Can BJP Wrest Mahakoshal From Congress?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

Modi and Chouhan have visited Mahakoshal multiple times and reached out to tribals to shore up support for the BJP.

Andhra cops give details of case against Chandrababu

Andhra cops give details of case against Chandrababu

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

This case revolves around the establishment of clusters of Centers of Excellence (CoEs) in the state of Andhra Pradesh, with a total estimated project value of Rs 3,300 crores.

If BJP looks for temples in mosques, then...: SP leader

If BJP looks for temples in mosques, then...: SP leader

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Reacting to the statement, Uttar Pradesh BJP chief Bhupendra Singh Chaudhary said "insulting the Sanatan Dharma again and again" has become the habit of the Samajwadi Party and its leaders.

30 RD Burman Gems You May Not Have Heard

30 RD Burman Gems You May Not Have Heard

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

Sukanya Verma remembers the Boss in 30 of his underrated, overlooked gems in Hindi film music.

What Did Boney-Khushi Think Of Janhvi's Jerry?

What Did Boney-Khushi Think Of Janhvi's Jerry?

Rediff.com1 Aug 2022

A special screening of Janhvi Kapoor's new film, Good Luck Jerry, saw Bollywood showing its support to the young actress.

How low will they stoop?: Modi slams Nitish over 'derogatory' remarks

How low will they stoop?: Modi slams Nitish over 'derogatory' remarks

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Modi said not a single leader of the opposition grouping INDIA has uttered a word against the "disrespect" for women.

What Are Ananya-Vijay Up To?

What Are Ananya-Vijay Up To?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2022

Ranveer's unruffled... Farah shares a throwback pic... And Pranutan shares a B&W one...

Vote Modi back to prevent infiltration: Shah in Bihar

Vote Modi back to prevent infiltration: Shah in Bihar

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday warned that Bihar's areas close to the borders (seemant) will become 'infested with infiltrators' if Prime Minister Narendra Modi was not voted back to power.

Mayawati's Now Or Never Moment

Mayawati's Now Or Never Moment

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

'Unless she joins one of the coalitions, she has a bleak future.' 'The NDA option is suicidal, but INDIA could help her.'

Karan Johar's Lifetime Of Memories, Right Here

Karan Johar's Lifetime Of Memories, Right Here

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

It's been 19 years since Kal Ho Naa Ho released!

Andhra, Karnataka in spat over ghee for Tirupati laddus

Andhra, Karnataka in spat over ghee for Tirupati laddus

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

To keep the flames under check, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday said the supply of Nandini ghee to make Tirupati laddus was suspended one-and-half years ago, during the BJP government's tenure.

Jaishankar serving those whom his father called Asura: Trinamool MP

Jaishankar serving those whom his father called Asura: Trinamool MP

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

Taking to Twitter, Jawhar Sircar wrote, 'S Jaishankar's father, K Subramanyam said 'Dharma was killed in Gujarat (2002 Riots). Those who failed to protect innocent citizens are guilty of adharma. Rama...would have used his bow against the 'Asura' rulers of Gujarat.' Shame on son --serving Asura!'

Chhattisgarh: Cong reposes faith in old timers

Chhattisgarh: Cong reposes faith in old timers

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

The Congress has pinned its hopes on many of the old-timers and also given representation to some new faces in its first list of candidates announced for the Chhattisgarh assembly polls scheduled next month.

Ram Temple And The Religion Vs Politics Debate

Ram Temple And The Religion Vs Politics Debate

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

At a time when the BJP's stars are at the top on the eve of the Lok Sabha polls, the Puri-Joshimath Sankaracharyas may have kick-started a row whose efforts might be to divide Hindus, not in the name of castes, but on what passes for greater belief, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

All-party meet: Parties push for passage of women's reservation bill

All-party meet: Parties push for passage of women's reservation bill

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

The bill seeks to reserve one-third of all seats for women in the Lok Sabha and the state legislative assemblies.

How BJP Plans To Gain Foothold In Kerala

How BJP Plans To Gain Foothold In Kerala

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

On Easter, April 9, 10,000 BJP workers are being assigned to visit the houses of 100,000 Christian families. Plans are afoot to visit the homes of Muslims on Eid.

Hindutvawadis spread hatred: Rahul on Haridwar event

Hindutvawadis spread hatred: Rahul on Haridwar event

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

The former Congress chief made the remarks while referring to a 'Dharma Sansad' held at Ved Niketan Dham in Haridwar from December 17-20 where hate speeches were allegedly made against a community.

Can Stalin Repeat 2019 Lok Sabha Result In 2024?

Can Stalin Repeat 2019 Lok Sabha Result In 2024?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

Stalin still enjoys a lot of sympathy and empathy as someone wishing well for the state, but not full-throated support as in 2019 and 2021, notes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Kanpur school stops reciting religious prayers in morning assembly after row

Kanpur school stops reciting religious prayers in morning assembly after row

Rediff.com1 Aug 2022

The school also said they have discontinued the practice of reciting verses from different religions, including Sikhism, Hinduism and Islam, in the assembly, and now only the National Anthem will be sung.

Does Rocky Aur Rani Bring Out Karan Johar 2.0?

Does Rocky Aur Rani Bring Out Karan Johar 2.0?

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

Rocky Aur Rani is definitely Karan's most subversive project, discovers Aseem Chhabra.

Hindus should keep knives in their homes sharp: BJP MP

Hindus should keep knives in their homes sharp: BJP MP

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Advising parents against educating their children in missionary institutions, Thakur said, "by doing it you will open the doors of old age homes for yourselves."

Nimrat Celebrates Ram Navmi

Nimrat Celebrates Ram Navmi

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

Neha is off to the Maldives... Parineeti tucks in momos... Esha goes to Venice...

Deepika parties with Team Gehraiyaan

Deepika parties with Team Gehraiyaan

Rediff.com21 Feb 2022

Deepika Padukone hosted a party for those who made her latest film Gehraiyaan a movie to remember.

Can You Take Your Eyes Off Triptii?

Can You Take Your Eyes Off Triptii?

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

Triptii Dimri wants to add 'some colour to this black and white world'.

Vishnu Purana Explains The Caste System

Vishnu Purana Explains The Caste System

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

The Vishnu Purana, notes A K Bhatacharya, ends on a sombre note, but not without offering the hope that those who chant Vishnu's name can still reclaim dharma.

Shocking Opening For Selfiee At The Box Office

Shocking Opening For Selfiee At The Box Office

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

It was a disappointing weekend for Bollywood as Selfiee didn't do well at the box office.

Alia Bhatt Reveals Her 'Little Secret'

Alia Bhatt Reveals Her 'Little Secret'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

Scenes from the Rocky Aur Rani media interaction in Mumbai...

Major crackdown on Haryana gangsters, 10 shooters of Bishnoi, Brar gangs held

Major crackdown on Haryana gangsters, 10 shooters of Bishnoi, Brar gangs held

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

Four pistols, 28 live cartridges, two vehicles and seven police uniforms were seized from their possession, they said, adding one of the vehicles recovered was reportedly stolen from Delhi.

SC ruling backing EPS not setback, will go to people's court for justice: OPS

SC ruling backing EPS not setback, will go to people's court for justice: OPS

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

Asserting that the dharma yudham is on, Panneerselvam, popularly known as OPS said he and his followers would go to the people to seek justice.

Say 'Jai Bajrangbali' while casting vote, Modi says in K'taka

Say 'Jai Bajrangbali' while casting vote, Modi says in K'taka

Rediff.com3 May 2023

Accusing Congress of 'abuse culture', Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday urged the people of Karnataka to punish those indulging in abuse, while casting their vote in polling booths on May 10.

Hindi will reduce Tamils to shudras: DMK MP

Hindi will reduce Tamils to shudras: DMK MP

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

'They are trying to destroy the culture and trying to impose Manu Dharma through Hindi'

Telangana: Man booked for comments on Lord Ayyappa

Telangana: Man booked for comments on Lord Ayyappa

Rediff.com31 Dec 2022

B Naresh, was accused of making the remarks on Ayyappa and hurting the religious sentiments of the devotees and Hindus at large, while addressing a meeting in Vikarabad district on December 19, the police said.

Kiara Parties With Karan Johar

Kiara Parties With Karan Johar

Rediff.com8 Aug 2022

Karan Johar had a busy weekend doing what he loves best: Partying!

Pyaar Aur Mohabbat At INDIA Meet

Pyaar Aur Mohabbat At INDIA Meet

Rediff.com2 Sep 2023

Arvind Kejriwal warned the media that "very big forces" would try and break the INDIA alliance by showing that there was a lot of acrimony among them.

Row over Muslim body chief's Om, Allah remark, religious leaders exit stage

Row over Muslim body chief's Om, Allah remark, religious leaders exit stage

Rediff.com12 Feb 2023

Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind chief Maulana Arshad Madani on Sunday stoked a controversy when he claimed that "Om" and "Allah" were the same God worshipped by 'Manu'.

'No hope left' in SC, it can never be independent: Sibal

'No hope left' in SC, it can never be independent: Sibal

Rediff.com8 Aug 2022

Rajya Sabha member of Parliament and senior advocate, Kapil Sibal, has expressed his displeasure over some of the recent judgments passed by the Supreme Court saying he has 'no hope left' in the institution.

Under fire, Hindu seer says he's not sorry for anti-Gandhi remark

Under fire, Hindu seer says he's not sorry for anti-Gandhi remark

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

Hindu religious leader Kalicharan Maharaj, who is facing first information reports (FIRs) in Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra for allegedly using derogatory words against Mahatma Gandhi, remained defiant and said he does not have any remorse for his utterances.

Who Was Taapsee's Dinner Date?

Who Was Taapsee's Dinner Date?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

Glimpses of the stars Pradeep Bandekar glimpsed over the weekend.