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Indonesia to host international yoga festival

Indonesia to host international yoga festival

Rediff.com1 Mar 2009

The Bali India Foundation will hold from March 3-10 an international yoga festival, that will also see experts discuss yoga in the light of Islam, the Jakarta Post said.

What happened in Ayodhya on the eve of consecration

What happened in Ayodhya on the eve of consecration

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

Invitees to the 'pran pratishtha' consecration ceremony at the Ram temple started arriving Sunday in Ayodhya -- once a sleepy town now resplendent with new infrastructure and gripped by heightened religious fervour on the eve of a seminal event in India's political and religious history.

'This film makes you become patient'

'This film makes you become patient'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

'Usually, we are always worried that we are missing out something in life.' 'We are very keen for the audience to have this as a cinema experience in theatres.' 'You get the rare chance to be patient.'

Thrissur Pooram festival concludes amid security, restrictions

Thrissur Pooram festival concludes amid security, restrictions

Rediff.com18 Apr 2016

The famous Thrissur Pooram festival concluded on Monday without any incident.

Kashmir gets Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's statue

Kashmir gets Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's statue

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

The equestrian statue of the Maratha warrior king has been installed at the Army's 41 Rashtriya Rifles Maratha Light Infantry Regiment in the north Kashmir district which shares its border with Pakistan. Special prayers were held by a priest on the occasion.

UP schools, colleges to shut for Ram temple opening, ban on liquor sale too

UP schools, colleges to shut for Ram temple opening, ban on liquor sale too

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Terming this occasion as special, CM Yogi said that liquor shops should be kept closed in the state on January 22.

Watch Vijay Deverakonda Romance Mrunal Thakur

Watch Vijay Deverakonda Romance Mrunal Thakur

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Amazon Prime Video has announced a huge number of assorted Web series and movies, and the slate sure looks interesting.

What's Anil Kumble Doing At Cannes?

What's Anil Kumble Doing At Cannes?

Rediff.com19 May 2023

The legendary Indian cricketer was accompanied by wife Chetana and the couple looked elegant as they posed for the shutterbugs.

Sindhi Recipe For Thadri: Mitho Lolo

Sindhi Recipe For Thadri: Mitho Lolo

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Celebrate Thadri by rolling out this special Sindhi sweetbread.

My Diwali is where you are, Modi tells soldiers in HP's Lepcha

My Diwali is where you are, Modi tells soldiers in HP's Lepcha

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

Addressing soldiers in Lepcha after celebrating Diwali with security personnel stationed near the border, Modi said the circumstances of the world are such that the expectations from India are constantly rising.

VIDEO: Light up diyas of joy this Diwali!

VIDEO: Light up diyas of joy this Diwali!

Rediff.com9 Nov 2012

Potters in Uttar Pradesh gear up for brisk business this festive season.

BJP supporters in festive mood, celebrate oath-taking of Yogi Cabinet 2.0

BJP supporters in festive mood, celebrate oath-taking of Yogi Cabinet 2.0

Rediff.com25 Mar 2022

According to police officials, BJP supporters started reaching the venue as early as 9 am while the gates of the stadium were opened at 11 am, almost five hours before the ceremony.

HOLI HAI! India celebrates festival of colours

HOLI HAI! India celebrates festival of colours

Rediff.com24 Mar 2016

Celebration of Holi at Mathura, Vrindavan and Barsana in Uttar Pradesh is world famous and it attracts tourists from across the globe.

Shobhaa De: Our Mother's Diwali

Shobhaa De: Our Mother's Diwali

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Shobhaa De recalls the splendid glowing Diwalis of her childhood.

Ban on barium firecrackers binds every state, not limited to Delhi alone: SC

Ban on barium firecrackers binds every state, not limited to Delhi alone: SC

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

The clarification by the top court, which had in 2018 banned the bursting of conventional firecrackers to curb air and sound pollution, will have ramifications across the nation.

How Gabbar Singh kept morale of trapped workers high

How Gabbar Singh kept morale of trapped workers high

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

Gabbar Singh Negi's house in the Lalpani area of the town suddenly came to life on Tuesday night as the news of the safe evacuation of 41 workers trapped at Sikyara tunnel reached his kin who had been glued to the TV set waiting the whole day for the good news.

Kiara-Sidharth's First Karva Chauth

Kiara-Sidharth's First Karva Chauth

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

Karva Chauth was special this year for some film folk, as they had their first taste of it.

#FestiveFashion: 10 stylish ways to dress up

#FestiveFashion: 10 stylish ways to dress up

Rediff.com27 Sep 2016

Presenting the best designs from Pune Fashion Week 2016 that look apt for this festive season.

Ram devotees across the globe celebrate Ayodhya consecration

Ram devotees across the globe celebrate Ayodhya consecration

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

While main events throughout the country were organised on Sunday by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America, several community members gathered at the iconic Times Square in New York to celebrate the historic event.

India, Pak soldiers exchange Diwali sweets at LoC, but not IB

India, Pak soldiers exchange Diwali sweets at LoC, but not IB

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

There was no traditional exchange of sweets and pleasantries between the two sides along the International Border, the officials said, attributing it to the tense situation following the recent ceasefire violations by Pakistan Rangers that left a Border Security Force jawan dead.

3 Easy Millet Sweet Recipes For Diwali

3 Easy Millet Sweet Recipes For Diwali

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Enjoy a healthy, guilt-free Diwali as you embrace 2023's superfood.

SEE: SRH Celebrates Astonishing Win

SEE: SRH Celebrates Astonishing Win

Rediff.com8 May 2023

When they returned to their hotel after the victory, they were greeted with an elaborate celebration that made them feel like it was Diwali, Eid, and Christmas all rolled into one.

8 tips to stay fit this festive season

8 tips to stay fit this festive season

Rediff.com20 Oct 2014

It is easy to be indulgent during this time of the year. Here are some secrets to help you enjoy the festivities and stay fit!

Fire erupts at Andhra Pradesh temple, no loss of life

Fire erupts at Andhra Pradesh temple, no loss of life

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

Nobody was injured as the devotees had already gone out of the Venugopala Swamy temple premises on a procession as part of the festival in Duvva village in Tanuku mandal.

Gaza-Israel: Who Remembers The Innocent Dead?

Gaza-Israel: Who Remembers The Innocent Dead?

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Israelis and Palestinians bury their dead.

Light a diya for soldiers guarding our borders: PM in Mann ki Baat

Light a diya for soldiers guarding our borders: PM in Mann ki Baat

Rediff.com25 Oct 2020

In his monthly 'Mann ki Baat' radio broadcast, Modi wished people on Dussehra and said that with various festivals coming up, they need to show patience and follow health guidelines in celebrating these auspicious occasions during the COVID times.

Pulses prices stabilise as rains revive over major growing states

Pulses prices stabilise as rains revive over major growing states

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

After a steady surge, prices of pulses, except those of urad and masoor to some extent, are showing signs of stabilising amid a revival of monsoon rains over major growing areas of Maharashtra and Karnataka, and on expectations of a rise in imports. Chana prices, which too had moved up in recent months, have dropped by almost 3 per cent since the end of August due to increased liquidation of government stocks, official data shows. Monsoon rains seem to have benefitted the standing soybean crop as well.

Mallika Sherawat to attend Cannes festival

Mallika Sherawat to attend Cannes festival

Rediff.com3 May 2016

The latest Bollywood updates.

Relief for Delhiites as rain clears haze, improves air

Relief for Delhiites as rain clears haze, improves air

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

The air quality is expected to improve further due to wind speed favourable for the dispersion of pollutants.

Dussehra Greetings From Kohli, Shami, SKY...

Dussehra Greetings From Kohli, Shami, SKY...

Rediff.com5 Oct 2022

Virat Kohli, Mohammed Shami, Mithali Raj, Surya Kumar Yadav among others tweeted their wishes for Dussehra.

'I am gutted to miss Diwali back home'

'I am gutted to miss Diwali back home'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

'Diwali is such a happy festival that we have celebrated over the years.'

FMCG companies ride the festive boom

FMCG companies ride the festive boom

Rediff.com4 Nov 2013

Chocolate majors, home and surface cleaning companies, beauty brands say that business has been brisk this festive season.

Recipe: Shumaila's Walnut And Til Barfi

Recipe: Shumaila's Walnut And Til Barfi

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

Barfis come in hundreds of types - try a walnut and til one this season.

Ram Navami celebrated with fervour across India

Ram Navami celebrated with fervour across India

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

Ram Navami was celebrated on Thursday with fervour across the country, with processions taken out in different states.

Recipes: Chef Sara's Fish Cutlet, Coconut Pudding

Recipes: Chef Sara's Fish Cutlet, Coconut Pudding

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

Two homemade treats that will transform your Christmas celebration into a glorious one.

Diwali firecrackers only from 7-10 pm in Mumbai: HC

Diwali firecrackers only from 7-10 pm in Mumbai: HC

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

A division bench of Chief Justice D K Upadhyaya and Justice G S Kulkarni said while it was not going to order a ban on bursting of firecrackers, a balance needs to be struck considering the deteriorating air quality index (AQI) in the metropolis.

44 killed in stampede at Jewish religious festival in Israel

44 killed in stampede at Jewish religious festival in Israel

Rediff.com30 Apr 2021

The mass gathering was organised to celebrate the Lag B'Omer holiday at Mount Meron.

Reliance Info rolls out festive deal

Reliance Info rolls out festive deal

Rediff.com16 Oct 2003

Rishi Sunak, Akshata Murty celebrate Diwali at 10 Downing Street

Rishi Sunak, Akshata Murty celebrate Diwali at 10 Downing Street

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

The couple reflected upon their "extra special" Diwali one year on, with Sunak looking back at the "incredible moment" he visited India to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the G20 Summit in New Delhi as the first British Indian Prime Minister.

'We'll give it our best shot at Oscars'

'We'll give it our best shot at Oscars'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

'I could have never imagined such a day would come and bring light and celebration of light.'