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Nawaz Sharif to face law after return to Pak: PML-N

Nawaz Sharif to face law after return to Pak: PML-N

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

Latif claimed that 72-year-old Nawaz will face the cases as per the law and the Constitution, reiterating that PML-N believes in court and will accept its verdict.

Amid row over loudspeakers, 5 Maha mosques say no to DJ for Eid

Amid row over loudspeakers, 5 Maha mosques say no to DJ for Eid

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

They also appealed to youth from the community not to play loud DJ music during the Eid al-Fitr celebration on May 2.

Dom's Take: Raj Thackeray's Relevance Mantra

Dom's Take: Raj Thackeray's Relevance Mantra

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

Dominic Xavier offers his take on Raj Thackeray's latest political ploy and wonders if this Thackeray versus Thackeray skit will help the BJP finally achieve its goal of ejecting the Maha Vikas Aghadi government from a state that has largely been insulated from the communal disharmony sweeping across parts of north India.

141 arrested in Jodhpur after clashes on Eid, curfew remains

141 arrested in Jodhpur after clashes on Eid, curfew remains

Rediff.com4 May 2022

Tensions broke out past Monday midnight over putting up of Islamic flags on the Jalori gate circle

PHOTOS: Eid celebrated with fervour across country

PHOTOS: Eid celebrated with fervour across country

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

Here are glimpses of how the festival was marked all across the country.

Moon sighted in Hyderabad; Eid to be celebrated on Saturday

Moon sighted in Hyderabad; Eid to be celebrated on Saturday

Rediff.com17 Jul 2015

Eid-ul-Fitr, which marks the culmination of the fasting month of Ramzan, will be celebrated across the country on Saturday.

Eid Mubarak: Hugs, selfies, tweets & more

Eid Mubarak: Hugs, selfies, tweets & more

Rediff.com18 Jul 2015

After a pious month of fasting and prayers, Muslims across the world celebrated Eid with great fervour.

'Whoever messes with us...': Mamata's message on Eid

'Whoever messes with us...': Mamata's message on Eid

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

The chief minister has lost her cool twice in the last few weeks over people chanting 'Jai Sri Ram' at some places in the state while her motorcade was passing through.

Centre asks states to put curbs on festivals in public space

Centre asks states to put curbs on festivals in public space

Rediff.com24 Mar 2021

Amid a spike in Covid-19 infections in some parts of the country, the Centre on Wednesday asked states and Union territories to consider imposing local restrictions in public observance of the upcoming festivals and limit or do away with mass gatherings for effective control of the pandemic.

Fans hope for 'double happiness' from Eid and World Cup

Fans hope for 'double happiness' from Eid and World Cup

Rediff.com15 Jun 2018

Muslim soccer fans visiting Russia for the World Cup celebrated the end of the fasting month of Ramadan on Friday, with Egyptian fans hoping the festival would bring their national team good luck in a match with Uruguay later in the day.

Factors that will dictate stocks markets this week

Factors that will dictate stocks markets this week

Rediff.com1 May 2022

The US Fed interest rate decision, domestic macroeconomic data announcements and ongoing quarterly earnings are some of the major factors that will drive the stock markets in a holiday-shortened week, analysts said. Besides, monthly auto sales numbers and the LIC IPO will also remain in focus, they added. Equity markets will remain closed on Tuesday for Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan Id). "The market is likely to kick off this week on a sombre note after a sharp fall in the US market then the focus will shift to the outcome of the US FOMC meeting, which is crucial amid record inflation and growth worries.

As Eid arrives, curfew lifted from Valley

As Eid arrives, curfew lifted from Valley

Rediff.com9 Sep 2010

Curfew was lifted on Thursday from all parts of the Kashmir Valley on the eve of Eid-ul-Fitr.

PIX: Horror in Hamas, India's Covid pandemic and more

PIX: Horror in Hamas, India's Covid pandemic and more

Rediff.com17 May 2021

Coping with COVID-19 in India, the flare-up of Israel Palestinian violence, muted celebrations of Eid amid the coronavirus pandemic, and much more -- that's the week that was.

COVID-19 and lockdown dampens Eid festivities

COVID-19 and lockdown dampens Eid festivities

Rediff.com23 May 2020

The scare of the pandemic, lockdown restrictions, as well as mass exodus of migrants from the city have deprived Eid of the usual festivity.

Nizamuddin Markaz allowed to reopen during Ramzan for prayers only

Nizamuddin Markaz allowed to reopen during Ramzan for prayers only

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

Justice Jasmeet Singh, who was hearing a plea by the Delhi Waqf Board seeking a direction to open the mosque for the holy month, clarified that no "Tablighi activities" and lectures can take place on the premises and only prayers can be offered.

Hrithik attends Sanjay Khan's Eid dinner

Hrithik attends Sanjay Khan's Eid dinner

Rediff.com23 Aug 2018

Meet the guests at this Eid meal...

Aamir Khan celebrates Eid

Aamir Khan celebrates Eid

Rediff.com22 Sep 2009

Here's what your favourite celebs have been upto.

Tillerson declines to host Ramazan reception

Tillerson declines to host Ramazan reception

Rediff.com28 May 2017

The White House and State Department commemorate other religious traditions, including a Jewish Passover Seder, as well as Christmas and Easter holidays.

Akram's Australian fiance to serve up Pak delicacies for Eid!

Akram's Australian fiance to serve up Pak delicacies for Eid!

Rediff.com8 Aug 2013

For the first time in four years, since the demise of his wife Huma in 2009, the former Pakistan skipper has company in his Aussie fiance, Shaniera Thompson, to celebrate Eid ul Fitr.

In PHOTOS: Eid Mubarak

In PHOTOS: Eid Mubarak

Rediff.com30 Aug 2011

Eid ul Fitr or the 'festival of fast breaking' is the most celebratory of all Muslim festivals.

How To Stay Healthy During Ramadan

How To Stay Healthy During Ramadan

Rediff.com19 Apr 2022

Aim to get at least 8 hours of sleep during every 24-hour period, even if this is accumulated over several separate periods of rest.

Obama wishes Muslims on Ramadan

Obama wishes Muslims on Ramadan

Rediff.com9 Sep 2010

United States President Barack Obama has greeted Muslims across the world on the occasion of Ramadan.

Drone Awards 2020: The world seen from above

Drone Awards 2020: The world seen from above

Rediff.com30 Sep 2020

The winning entries in this year's Drone Photo Awards deliver an outstanding assortment of aerial images, from the overall winning shot, catching a school of salmon forming the shape of a heart, to a special category focusing on the profound ways COVID-19 has transformed our cities. Here we showcase a selection of the shots that will be on display in the Siena Photo Awards in Italy from October 24 to November 29.

No Eid sweets exchanged by BSF with Pakistan

No Eid sweets exchanged by BSF with Pakistan

Rediff.com25 May 2020

The event was given a miss as the relations between the two countries are strained at present.

PHOTOS: Politicians join Eid festivities

PHOTOS: Politicians join Eid festivities

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

A number of Union ministers including Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad reached the residence of Union Minister for Minority Affairs Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi in New Delhi to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr on Wednesday.

No Id festivities at Rizwanur's home

No Id festivities at Rizwanur's home

Rediff.com1 Oct 2008

Though they are happy that the police officers held in connection with Rizwanur's death have been sent to judicial custody, his family says there are many unanswered questions regarding his death.

J&K separatist group announces 3-day ceasefire

J&K separatist group announces 3-day ceasefire

Rediff.com8 Oct 2007

Muzaffarabad based United Jihad Council on Monday announced a three-day unilateral ceasefire coinciding with the Muslim festival of Eid-ul-Fitr.

PHOTOS: Covid dampens festive mood on Eid al-Adha

PHOTOS: Covid dampens festive mood on Eid al-Adha

Rediff.com1 Aug 2020

Many faithful preferred offering 'namaaz' at their homes than visiting mosques.

Women in Turkey have the last LAUGH

Women in Turkey have the last LAUGH

Rediff.com31 Jul 2014

Twitter broke out in a collective grin as hundreds of women posted pictures of themselves laughing. But, they weren't happy. They were smiling in defiance of the deputy Prime Minister, Blent Arin, who in a speech to mark Eid al-Fitr on Monday said women should not laugh in public.

Sharif will return after Eid: Kin

Sharif will return after Eid: Kin

Rediff.com29 Sep 2007

The relative did not reveal the exact date of the ex-PM's return.

Eid Recipes: Zaffran Milk Cake and Labneh

Eid Recipes: Zaffran Milk Cake and Labneh

Rediff.com11 May 2021

These dishes are perfect for your Eid celebrations.

Guns and prayers mark Eid here

Guns and prayers mark Eid here

Rediff.com11 Sep 2010

Somali militants hold their guns as they attend prayers to mark the first day of Eid ul-Fitr in the capital Mogadishu.

PHOTOS: Kashmir Valley comes alive on the eve of Eid

PHOTOS: Kashmir Valley comes alive on the eve of Eid

Rediff.com8 Aug 2013

Eid shopping and festivities took over Kashmir Valley on Thursday as the fasting month of Ramadan is closing and paving the way for Eid-ul-fitr which will be celebrated on Friday.

Prez, Vice Prez, PM greet people on Eid

Prez, Vice Prez, PM greet people on Eid

Rediff.com3 Nov 2005

"As we celebrate the Eid-ul-Fitr, let us work and contribute in whichever way possible to reach help to those affected in recent mishaps and sufferings," the President said.

PIX: Markets in full bloom as Kashmir braces for Eid

PIX: Markets in full bloom as Kashmir braces for Eid

Rediff.com18 Aug 2012

Markets across Kashmir witnessed brisk shopping on Saturday on the eve of the Eidul-Fitr which marks the end of the holy fasting month of Ramzan.

Eid Mubarak, India!

Eid Mubarak, India!

Rediff.com9 Aug 2013

Rediff.com presents a collection of pictures of festivities from across India, as we wish our readers Eid Mubarak!

Bollywood celebrates Eid through its movies!

Bollywood celebrates Eid through its movies!

Rediff.com13 May 2021

Eid-ul-Fitr has been celebrated in a big way in Hindi films.

Hugs and prayers mark Eid around the world

Hugs and prayers mark Eid around the world

Rediff.com9 Aug 2013

The holy fasting month of Ramazan came to an end on Friday, with Muslims celebrating the festival of Eid-ul-Fitr across the world.

Lashkar declares four-day ceasefire for Eid

Lashkar declares four-day ceasefire for Eid

Rediff.com4 Dec 2002

'The outfit will not attack Indian forces throughout the length and breadth of Jammu and Kashmir as a goodwill gesture in view of Eid-ul-Fitr,' LeT spokesman Abu Huzaifa said.\n\n

Oh, the joyriding you can do!

Oh, the joyriding you can do!

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

Two wheels and an open road. Biking during Coronavirus Days.