News for 'Durga'

UP lawmakers miffed over 'chairs without towels'

UP lawmakers miffed over 'chairs without towels'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

Lawmakers in Uttar Pradesh have always been touch-sensitive about protocol during official meetings and irrespective of the party in power, complaints of breach of guidelines have often cropped up.

Bahraich violence: HC stays bulldozer action, grants more time

Bahraich violence: HC stays bulldozer action, grants more time

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

The Lucknow bench of the court said the persons concerned may file their responses to the notices within 15 days and directed the state authorities to consider the said replies and a pass reasoned order on those.

PIX: Kajol, Sushmita Sen celebrate Durga Puja

PIX: Kajol, Sushmita Sen celebrate Durga Puja

Rediff.com11 Oct 2013

Several Bollywood stars visited the Durga Puja pandal to pay their respects.

Hemant Soren: The tumultuous rise of Jharkhand's youngest CM

Hemant Soren: The tumultuous rise of Jharkhand's youngest CM

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

Hemant Soren, the youngest chief minister of Jharkhand, has navigated a tumultuous political journey marked by legal battles, party rivalries, and personal setbacks. Despite facing challenges, he has emerged as a powerful advocate for the rights of tribal communities, earning his place as a formidable figure in the state's political landscape. This article explores his rise to power, his leadership style, and the key initiatives he has undertaken for the betterment of Jharkhand.

MT Vasudevan Nair, Suzuki, ex-CJI Khehar Singh get Padma Vibhushan

MT Vasudevan Nair, Suzuki, ex-CJI Khehar Singh get Padma Vibhushan

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday approved 139 Padma awards including seven Padma Vibhushans, 19 Padma Bhushans and 113 Padma Shris.

RG Kar: No end to impasse as doctor's protest continues

RG Kar: No end to impasse as doctor's protest continues

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

The state government and the CM have repeatedly urged the doctors to resume work. Though Thursday's talks failed to take place, protesting doctors maintained that they still desire a meeting, but only in a completely transparent manner, which they believe is only possible through live-streaming.

How cute! Lisa Ray at Durga Puja with her twins

How cute! Lisa Ray at Durga Puja with her twins

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

The actress is making most of the festive season.

How dhakis breathe life into Durga Puja

How dhakis breathe life into Durga Puja

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

The sound of the dhak is an essential part of Pujo celebrations, says Indrayanee Mukherjee.

PIX: Vidya Balan, Sophie Choudry celebrate Durga Puja

PIX: Vidya Balan, Sophie Choudry celebrate Durga Puja

Rediff.com21 Oct 2015

A look at the star arrivals.

'Bitterly humiliated' Champai Soren joins BJP

'Bitterly humiliated' Champai Soren joins BJP

Rediff.com31 Aug 2024

Former Jharkhand chief minister Champai Soren joined the Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday, two days after he resigned from the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha citing dissatisfaction with the party's current style of functioning and 'bitter humiliation'.

Like Vidya's Recreation Of MS Subbulakshmi's Looks?

Like Vidya's Recreation Of MS Subbulakshmi's Looks?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Vidya Balan paid tribute to legendary singer M S Subbulakshmi on her 108th birth anniversary by recreating some of her iconic looks.

Dussehra marks end of Durga Puja

Dussehra marks end of Durga Puja

Rediff.com6 Oct 2011

The four-day Durga Puja festival in West Bengal and other states ended on Thursday with people celebrating Vijaya Dasami which marked Goddess Durga's return to her husband's home.

Recipes: Chingri Malai Curry and Aloo Posto

Recipes: Chingri Malai Curry and Aloo Posto

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Spice up your home menus preparing a creamy prawn curry and Bengali-style potatoes.

Assam: Durga Puja fervour grips Assam

Assam: Durga Puja fervour grips Assam

Rediff.com11 Oct 2013

A comfortable temperature and a clear sky added to the joy of the festival of autumn, Durga Puja in Guwahati and other parts of Assam especially urban areas where hundreds of colourfully decorated and illuminated pandals are waiting to welcome the puja crowd over the next four days.

Mamata handpicks sari designs for Durga Puja

Mamata handpicks sari designs for Durga Puja

Rediff.com5 Aug 2014

He said designs for special range of saris will be launched before Durga Puja.

#PujaPics: Have you seen a Durga idol so beautiful?

#PujaPics: Have you seen a Durga idol so beautiful?

Rediff.com10 Oct 2016

Rediff readers tell us how they are celebrating the festival.

Rani, Dia celebrate Durga puja

Rani, Dia celebrate Durga puja

Rediff.com18 Oct 2010

Here's what your favourite celebrities have been up to.

Celebrating Navratras: Make way for Maa Durga

Celebrating Navratras: Make way for Maa Durga

Rediff.com17 Oct 2012

As festive fever grips India, prepare to go 'holy' this season, and usher in the aura of Maa Durga, for here come the Navratras.

Did you know the world's tallest Durga this year is in Assam?

Did you know the world's tallest Durga this year is in Assam?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2017

Let's go pandal hopping through India.

PIX: Rani Mukerji's family celebrates Durga Puja

PIX: Rani Mukerji's family celebrates Durga Puja

Rediff.com19 Oct 2015

A look at the arrivals.

What makes Hemant Soren Jharkhand's unchallenged leader

What makes Hemant Soren Jharkhand's unchallenged leader

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

Despite these challenges, his strong voice for the state's tribal population has been central to his political identity

Send us your Ma Durga pictures!

Send us your Ma Durga pictures!

Rediff.com30 Sep 2006

Please send us your Ma Durga photographs

Durga Prasad to no longer head SPG

Durga Prasad to no longer head SPG

Rediff.com26 Nov 2014

Indian Police Services officer K Durga Prasad will no longer hold the charge of chief of the elite Special Protection Group.

Bengali theatre icon returns state award over doctor's murder

Bengali theatre icon returns state award over doctor's murder

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Bandyopadhyay, eminent playwright and director, said in a statement that he is returning the award conferred on him earlier this year by the Paschimbanga Natya Akademi and the Rs 30,000 monetary grant.

Have you ever seen a Durga idol this tall?

Have you ever seen a Durga idol this tall?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2015

This Durga Puja, the world's largest Durga idol will be installed at Deshapriya Park in south Kolkata.

Durga Puja: Festive fever grips West Bengal

Durga Puja: Festive fever grips West Bengal

Rediff.com17 Oct 2012

The state that is soaked in the puja fervour, is all set to welcome Maa Durga on October 20.

I&B ministry may regret nixing S Durga screening

I&B ministry may regret nixing S Durga screening

Rediff.com28 Nov 2017

'If the executive is not obeying the judiciary, then it is a Constitutional issue.'

PIX: Rani Mukerji and cousins at Durga Puja celebrations

PIX: Rani Mukerji and cousins at Durga Puja celebrations

Rediff.com30 Sep 2014

Durga Puja celebrations have begun and how!

Recipes: Delicious Durga Puja snacks and desserts!

Recipes: Delicious Durga Puja snacks and desserts!

Rediff.com12 Oct 2012

In the first of a two-part festive recipe series, we bring you traditional Bengali preparations to help celebrate Durga Puja.

IN PICTURES: Kolkata gears up for Durga Pujo

IN PICTURES: Kolkata gears up for Durga Pujo

Rediff.com3 Oct 2013

For the devotees of Maa Durga across the globe, the wait is almost over. But in Her 'home state' West Bengal, preparations for the most awaited 10 days of the year are progressing on a war footing.

Send us your Durga Puja images

Send us your Durga Puja images

Rediff.com25 Sep 2009

It is time to welcome back Ma Durga, who is on her annual five-day visit to her father Himalaya's home, with her sons Ganesh and Kartik and daughters Saraswati and Lakshmi.

PIX: Rani Mukerji, Ranbir Kapoor celebrate Durga Puja

PIX: Rani Mukerji, Ranbir Kapoor celebrate Durga Puja

Rediff.com29 Sep 2017

Finally, Rani makes an appearance!

'Exhausted In This Long Fight For Justice'

'Exhausted In This Long Fight For Justice'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

Two months after a junior doctor was brutally raped and killed, the doctors' protest in Kolkata rages on.

Security stepped up in Gwalior ahead of India-Bangladesh T20I

Security stepped up in Gwalior ahead of India-Bangladesh T20I

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Stadium, build on the outskirts of the city, will make its international debut on Sunday. Organising an international match in a smaller centre does have its fair share of challenges but host MPCA is ready despite a few hiccups.

Dhanteras: The Festival Of Wealth

Dhanteras: The Festival Of Wealth

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

Dhanatrayodashi is called Dhanteras and its twinkling lights set the mood of India's greatest and most popular festival -- Diwali, the festival of lights.

IAS officer Durga shakes up Akhilesh's sarkar

IAS officer Durga shakes up Akhilesh's sarkar

Rediff.com29 Jul 2013

The IAS association has demanded revocation of the order even as the issue of suspension of the lady officer has snowballed into a major controversy.

Weeks after Nuh violence, communities join hands for...

Weeks after Nuh violence, communities join hands for...

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

Barely a few kilometres from Nuh, which witnessed communal clashes on July-end, a group of people belonging to different communities is busy preparing for Durga Puja.

Stars share their Navratri, Durga pooja memories

Stars share their Navratri, Durga pooja memories

Rediff.com5 Oct 2011

Celebrities share their experience on how they celebrate Navratri

Dahi Handi: Insurers Cover 90,000+ Govindas

Dahi Handi: Insurers Cover 90,000+ Govindas

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

'As on August 25, 94,753 Govindas have been insured.' 'This number is expected to rise further, as proposals for 5,000 to 8,000 Govindas are received daily.'

Mamata silent on demands of junior docs; health of medics deteriorates

Mamata silent on demands of junior docs; health of medics deteriorates

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

The ongoing agitation has also led the Federation of All India Medical Association to warn that it would declare a nationwide "complete shutdown of medical services" if any "any harm befalls brave junior doctors".