News for 'Dr Bohra'

Not mandatory for a Hindu to go to temple to remain a Hindu: SC

Not mandatory for a Hindu to go to temple to remain a Hindu: SC

Rediff.com13 May 2026

The Supreme Court observed that Hinduism is a way of life, stating that mandatory temple visits or rituals are not necessary to be considered a Hindu; even lighting a lamp at home suffices.

Dawoodi Bohra head to be conferred Nishan-e-Pakistan award

Dawoodi Bohra head to be conferred Nishan-e-Pakistan award

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

The announcement of the award comes as an acknowledgement of Dr Saiduddin's services, according to a statement by Pakistan President Arif Alvi, who approved the conferment on Wednesday.

When Gujarati Muslims Dominated Bombay Politics

When Gujarati Muslims Dominated Bombay Politics

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

'They wanted the city to be a great business hub. They didn't like the fact that taxes collected in Bombay would go outside the city.'

Dawoodi Bohra head Syedna Burhanuddin passes away at 102

Dawoodi Bohra head Syedna Burhanuddin passes away at 102

Rediff.com17 Jan 2014

Dawoodi Bohra Community spiritual leader, Dr Syedna Mohammed Burhanuddin, passed away on Friday at the age of 102 at his residence in Saifee Mahal, south Mumbai.

Dawoodi Bohra leader carried by followers

Dawoodi Bohra leader carried by followers

Rediff.com9 Apr 2008

Head of the Dawoodi Bohra sub-sect of Islam Dr Snyedna Mohammad Burhanuddin is carried by followers after offering prayers in Ahmedabad late on Tuesday. The Dawoodi Bohras are a sub-sect of the Ismaeli Shia Islam, which is based in India.

The wonder world of Sidhpur's Bohra mansions

The wonder world of Sidhpur's Bohra mansions

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

A photo series by Sebastian Cortes explores the glorious past and rich legacy of the Bohra Muslims of Sidhpur

No, that's not Dr Singh. Guess who it is!

No, that's not Dr Singh. Guess who it is!

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

Clue: It's an actor who has just bagged his first BAFTa nom...

Modi has hectic day one in Cairo: Meets Egyptian PM, Indian diaspora

Modi has hectic day one in Cairo: Meets Egyptian PM, Indian diaspora

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday began his maiden state visit to Egypt by holding discussions with his Egyptian counterpart Mostafa Madbouly and top cabinet ministers on deepening trade relations and further strengthening the strategic partnership.

Modi arrives in Egypt on two-day state visit

Modi arrives in Egypt on two-day state visit

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Cairo on Saturday for a two-day state visit during which he will hold talks with the Egyptian leadership, including President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, as the two nations seek to enhance their strategic partnership.

Egypt's strategic partnership for India, highest award for Modi

Egypt's strategic partnership for India, highest award for Modi

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

El-Sisi welcomed Modi, who is on a two-day state visit to Egypt, at the Presidential Palace where the two leaders were closeted for one-on-one meeting after which the two sides signed a memorandum of understandng.

Modi to visit mosque in Egypt renovated by Bohri Muslims

Modi to visit mosque in Egypt renovated by Bohri Muslims

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his first tour of Egypt, will visit the 11th century Al-Hakim mosque and will also pay tribute to the Indian soldiers who died fighting for Egypt during the First World War, said Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra on Monday.

Mumbai: Stampede ahead of spiritual leader's funeral leaves 18 dead

Mumbai: Stampede ahead of spiritual leader's funeral leaves 18 dead

Rediff.com18 Jan 2014

At least 18 persons were killed in a stampede in South Mumbai area in the wee hours on Saturday, officials said.

Businessman 'threatened' by Togadia goes underground

Businessman 'threatened' by Togadia goes underground

Rediff.com22 Apr 2014

Two days after he was reportedly targeted by Vishwa Hindu Parishad leader Pravin Togadia for buying a home in a Hindu-dominated neighbourhood, Asghar Ali is untraceable.

No rallies in Jaipur: BJP, Cong, AAP give Pink City a miss

No rallies in Jaipur: BJP, Cong, AAP give Pink City a miss

Rediff.com15 Apr 2014

For the first time in the Jaipur City constituency not a single rally has been held for any candidate contesting for the state capital seat.

Why a Modi bhakt decided to play Manmohan Singh

Why a Modi bhakt decided to play Manmohan Singh

Rediff.com19 Dec 2018

'People have a certain perception about my political leanings -- and rightly so.' 'But I am an actor first, and then an activist.' 'And I am not an accidental actor.' 'There was no way I was going to be dishonest with my acting,' Anupam Kher tells Veenu Sandhu.

A Messiah For Humanity Passes Into The Ages

A Messiah For Humanity Passes Into The Ages

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

Where does one find a man who shows no bitterness or animosity towards Hindus, even after a frenzied Hindu mob burnt his house down?, Jyoti Punwani asks in this tribute to a truly extraordinary Indian.

Sanjeevni actor Sanjit Bedi no more

Sanjeevni actor Sanjit Bedi no more

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

He was suffering from a brain ailment.

US regulator tightens drug approval norms

US regulator tightens drug approval norms

Rediff.com29 Jul 2013

Companies asked to give data for three batches instead of one; move may lead to significant rise in development cost of generics

Tharoor: 'Always wise to tread carefully on people's feelings'

Tharoor: 'Always wise to tread carefully on people's feelings'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2019

'This is an issue that is larger than the interests of any one party.'

'Politics has always been close to Bollywood'

'Politics has always been close to Bollywood'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

'People, who are objecting to the movie now, should have objected in 2014 when the book came out. But nobody did.'

Indian drug makers face heat of US regulator's crackdown

Indian drug makers face heat of US regulator's crackdown

Rediff.com23 Jun 2013

Data also show that several other leading domestic pharma companies have recalled their products from the US

Will Manmohan, Sonia give NOC for Kher film?

Will Manmohan, Sonia give NOC for Kher film?

Rediff.com8 Jun 2017

'The makers of The Accidental Prime Minister would have to get an NOC from Manmohan Singhji, Sonia Gandhiji and all the other politicians who are part of the narrative,'

'Modi is a visionary'

'Modi is a visionary'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

'We are on the world map. Every country is watching this event.'

Do you see floating shapes in your eyes?

Do you see floating shapes in your eyes?

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

Although floaters alone are harmless, the changes they bring inside the eye can be potentially damaging, says Dr Rajeev Jain.

Raveena: Zaira Wasim could have quit gracefully

Raveena: Zaira Wasim could have quit gracefully

Rediff.com1 Jul 2019

'Doesn't matter if two film olds are ungrateful to the industry that have given them all. Just wish they'd exit gracefully and keep their regressive views to themselves.'

No new Muslim home-owners in Hindu areas, says VHP in Bhavnagar

No new Muslim home-owners in Hindu areas, says VHP in Bhavnagar

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

Ali Asghar Zaveri, a Muslim businessman who had purchased a sprawling bungalow in Bhavnagar's Krishna Nagar in 2014, has finally let go off his prized property, under duress from the VHP. Prasanna Zore reports on how the VHP went about its task.

'People don't trust Modi anymore'

'People don't trust Modi anymore'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2017

'Modi's charisma has started fading.'

90 minutes of promises to 'make India the India of your dreams'

90 minutes of promises to 'make India the India of your dreams'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

Desis at Madison Square Garden welcomed Narendra Modi with the kind of gusto and reverence unprecedented for any Indian leader visiting the United States.

US FDA tightens regulatory noose on Indian drug firms

US FDA tightens regulatory noose on Indian drug firms

Rediff.com17 Sep 2013

Import alert on Ranbaxy's Mohali unit; Strides' injectible arm gets warning letter