News for 'Ganga'

Kanwar Yatra: SC extends stay on order to eateries to show owner's name

Kanwar Yatra: SC extends stay on order to eateries to show owner's name

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

A bench of Justices Hrishikesh Roy and S V N Bhatti said it won't issue any clarification on the July 22 order as "We have said what needed to be said in our July 22 order. Can't force anyone to disclose names."

River experts miffed at being ignored on Ganga revival plan

River experts miffed at being ignored on Ganga revival plan

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

Were river experts excluded from IIT consortium on the Ganga River Basin Management Plan? Rashme Sehgal reports.

PIX: Prince Charles, wife attend 'Ganga arti' in Rishikesh

PIX: Prince Charles, wife attend 'Ganga arti' in Rishikesh

Rediff.com6 Nov 2013

Amid chants of Vedic hymns and blowing of conch shells, Prince Charles and his wife Camilla Parker Bowles on Wednesday took part in an elaborate "Ganga Arti" for the peace of those who died in mid-June calamity in Uttarakhand.

Either Rahul can jump into the Ganga or I will: Uma Bharti's challenge to Cong VC

Either Rahul can jump into the Ganga or I will: Uma Bharti's challenge to Cong VC

Rediff.com3 Mar 2017

The feisty sadhvi also targeted Gandhi for attacking Modi over his "son of the Ganga from Gujarat" comment, saying the Congress leader should know that his mother Sonia Gandhi "reveres the river" despite her Italian origin.

'Dilip Kumar carried off the rustic look so effectively in Ganga Jumna'

'Dilip Kumar carried off the rustic look so effectively in Ganga Jumna'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2014

As we celebrate his 92nd birthday today, we asked members of the film fraternity to list their personal favourites.

Ganga cleansing on for 30 yrs, SC seeks 'verifiable progress'

Ganga cleansing on for 30 yrs, SC seeks 'verifiable progress'

Rediff.com14 Jan 2015

The Supreme Court on Wednesday said Ganga cleansing programmes have been going on for over three decades with almost no impact on the ground and wondered whether the government wanted to do something during this tenure or would it spill over to the next term.

Does long-term exposure to pigeons pose health risks?

Does long-term exposure to pigeons pose health risks?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

The child was diagnosed with Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, which was triggered by an allergic reaction to pigeon proteins, and required immediate medical attention, Dr Dhiren Gupta, co-director of the pediatric intensive care unit, said.

'I Only Remember Thinking She May Die'

'I Only Remember Thinking She May Die'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

'From midnight to 5:30 in the morning, she worked on different cardio machines and wrestling moves, about three-quarters of an hour at one go, with two-three minutes of rest.' 'Then she started again. She collapsed, but somehow we got her up.'

Ganga will be successfully cleaned by July 2018: Uma Bharti

Ganga will be successfully cleaned by July 2018: Uma Bharti

Rediff.com28 Apr 2016

Water Resources Minister Uma Bharti said she would announce in the House in July 2018 that the river has been cleaned and rejuvenated.

The Last Indian Villages On Tibet Border

The Last Indian Villages On Tibet Border

Rediff.com23 May 2024

'It is a breathtaking journey towards the Tibet border, especially since the Border Road Organisation has accomplished a fabulous feat in black-topping the road till the border.' 'One is left with a salute for the dauntless Indian soldiers who spend the winter in these majestic, though inhospitable areas (we were told that the temperature comes down to minus 40 in winter),' recounts Claude Arpi.

Review Ganga water treaty with B'desh: Nitish

Review Ganga water treaty with B'desh: Nitish

Rediff.com12 Sep 2011

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday demanded that the Centre review the Ganga water sharing treaty with Bangladesh as "gross injustice" has been meted to Bihar in the treaty.

6 elderly women die due to rush at Ganga Sagar fair

6 elderly women die due to rush at Ganga Sagar fair

Rediff.com16 Jan 2017

The incident, initially reported as a stampede, occurred when there was a huge rush of pilgrims to board vessels to reach Kolkata.

J-K polls: 68% candidates forfeit security deposits in Jammu's 43 seats

J-K polls: 68% candidates forfeit security deposits in Jammu's 43 seats

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

Incidentally, 164 of the total 356 candidates in the fray from the 43 assembly seats of Jammu region got less votes than none of the above, which gives an option to voters to reject all candidates in a constituency.

Mosques, mazar covered on Haridwar kanwar route; removed after flak

Mosques, mazar covered on Haridwar kanwar route; removed after flak

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

The mosque's maulana and the mazar's caretakers said they were not aware of any administrative order in this regard and claimed this was for the first time that such a step had been taken during the yatra.

BJP seeks President's help in save Ganga and temple

BJP seeks President's help in save Ganga and temple

Rediff.com16 May 2013

Bharatiya Janata Party leaders L K Advani and Uma Bharti on Thursday met President Pranab Mukherjee and appealed him to direct the government to ensure uninterrupted flow of Ganga downstream from Tehri dam and save Dhari Devi temple in Uttarakhand from submergence due to construction of a dam.

Other states should not say how Ganga should be cleaned: Akhilesh

Other states should not say how Ganga should be cleaned: Akhilesh

Rediff.com21 Dec 2013

Irked by Narendra Modi's remark that why Ganga could not be cleaned like his government had done with Sabarmati, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Saturday hit back, saying they don't need lessons from other states.

'The Ganga is in ICU'

'The Ganga is in ICU'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2016

'One per cent of wealthy people have been handed over 99 per cent of our nation's resources. The rest are mute, helpless and very frightened spectators to this loot.'

No ban on posthumous reproduction if consent is proven: HC

No ban on posthumous reproduction if consent is proven: HC

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

The court said the decision shall be communicated by the Union ministry of health and family welfare for considering whether any law, enactment, or guidelines are required to address issues related to posthumous reproduction or post-mortal reproduction.

When Ramdev can reveal identity, why can't Rehman: Yoga guru on Kanwar Yatra order

When Ramdev can reveal identity, why can't Rehman: Yoga guru on Kanwar Yatra order

Rediff.com21 Jul 2024

Ramdev said one does not need to hide their name, but do one's work with truth and honesty.

9 Kanwariyas electrocuted to death in Bihar

9 Kanwariyas electrocuted to death in Bihar

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

As many as nine Kanwariyas died and several others were injured when their vehicle came in contact with a high-voltage overhead wire in Bihar's Hajipur.

Feel like 'crying' at Ganga's condition in Bihar, Nitish tells PM

Feel like 'crying' at Ganga's condition in Bihar, Nitish tells PM

Rediff.com23 Aug 2016

With Bihar battling floods despite receiving less than normal rains, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Tuesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking the Centre's intervention as he insisted that desilting the river Ganga is the only solution to avoid the almost annual occurrence of floods.

Fasting Ganga activist shifted to AIIMS

Fasting Ganga activist shifted to AIIMS

Rediff.com19 Mar 2012

Noted environmentalist G D Agrawal, who is on "fast-unto-death" to press for cleaning up of river Ganga, was on Monday referred from BHU to AIIMS in New Delhi after his health deteriorated further.

Environmentalists on a journey to save Ganga

Environmentalists on a journey to save Ganga

Rediff.com1 Oct 2007

A group of environmentalists are on a mission to make the Ganga pollution free. They are currently on a journey from Vrindavan in Uttar Pradesh to Mayapur in West Bengal, via the river, to create awareness about the issue.

What's On Vaani's Mind?

What's On Vaani's Mind?

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

Laxmi enjoys the sunset... Sanjana attends a wedding... Erica's beach time...

Army averts disaster at Maha Kumbh, plugs Ganga breach

Army averts disaster at Maha Kumbh, plugs Ganga breach

Rediff.com20 Feb 2013

A breach in an embankment along the Ganga caused by recent heavy rainfall which threatened to inundate a large area and affect Maha Kumbh pilgrims in Allahabad, has been plugged by a 60-member team of Army's Red Eagle Division who worked through the night averting a disaster.

India had a policy to maintain distance, but now...: Modi in Poland

India had a policy to maintain distance, but now...: Modi in Poland

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Modi, who is visiting Ukraine at the invitation of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, has said that he will share with the Ukrainian leader perspectives on peaceful resolution of the ongoing conflict.

More than 80 corpses found adrift in the Ganga; probe ordered

More than 80 corpses found adrift in the Ganga; probe ordered

Rediff.com14 Jan 2015

At least 35 bodies, which were ostensibly disposed of in the river Ganga as part of last rites by their kin, surfaced after the water receded near Pariyar ghat in neighbouring Unnao district, prompting administration to order an inquiry into it.

Gifts given to Modi to be auctioned, proceeds to go to Ganga project

Gifts given to Modi to be auctioned, proceeds to go to Ganga project

Rediff.com11 Sep 2019

Currently on display at the National Gallery of Modern Arts, a total of 2,772 gifts including head gears, shawls, portraits, swords gifted by different organisations and chief ministers to the PM will be up for the auction on an online portal designed by the National Informatics Centre.

SC forms task force to devise safety protocol for medics

SC forms task force to devise safety protocol for medics

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Observing that working conditions have made doctors and health professionals susceptible to violence, the Supreme Court on Tuesday constituted a 10-member task force to formulate a national protocol for ensuring safety and facilities for them in the wake of the rape and murder of a medic in Kolkata.

It's my destiny to serve Maa Ganga: Modi tells Varanasi

It's my destiny to serve Maa Ganga: Modi tells Varanasi

Rediff.com17 May 2014

"It's my destiny to serve Maa Ganga," Prime Minister designate Narendra Modi told Varanasi after an hour-long ceremony on the banks of the scared river.

Who's That Girl With Ranveer?

Who's That Girl With Ranveer?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

Besides Tamil superstars like Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan, the wedding festivities of S Shankar's elder daughter Aishwarya and Tarun Karthikeyan saw a touch of Bollywood too.

'Even the first step to clean the Ganga has not been taken'

'Even the first step to clean the Ganga has not been taken'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

'70 per cent of sewage flows untreated into the river along its entire course. Hardwar and Rishikesh remain two of our holiest cities. Then why has the government failed to do anything?' 'If Modi can do with the Ganga what he has done with the Sabarmati, that will be a major achievement.'

Soon, you can check in at hotels on the Ganga!

Soon, you can check in at hotels on the Ganga!

Rediff.com23 Jul 2014

Tourism ministry plans to float hotels on the river to boost tourism.

What Centre Will Shell Out For AP, Bihar

What Centre Will Shell Out For AP, Bihar

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

While Andhra Pradesh is expected to receive Rs 15,000 crore to Rs 20,000 crore, Bihar is likely to get Rs 5,000 crore to Rs 10,000 crore in FY25.

Money spent on Swachh Bharat, Clean Ganga comes under CSR ambit

Money spent on Swachh Bharat, Clean Ganga comes under CSR ambit

Rediff.com26 Oct 2014

The major initiatives of the Modi government have been launched to ensure cleanliness across the country

IMA writes to Modi, seeks his 'benign intervention'

IMA writes to Modi, seeks his 'benign intervention'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2024

The Indian Medical Association (IMA) on Saturday sought Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'benign intervention' to bring a central law to check violence against healthcare personnel and declare hospitals as safe zones with mandatory security entitlements.

Why Gadkari was given the job of cleaning the Ganga

Why Gadkari was given the job of cleaning the Ganga

Rediff.com3 Sep 2017

Only 40 of the 160 projects under the Namami Gange Mission -- a Rs 20,000 crore project for cleaning the river -- have been completed.

'I Never Take My Opponent's Name'

'I Never Take My Opponent's Name'

Rediff.com30 May 2024

'Even last time, when I defeated Shatrughan Sinha, I did not take his name.'

100 bodies recovered from Ganga, Centre seeks info from UP govt

100 bodies recovered from Ganga, Centre seeks info from UP govt

Rediff.com14 Jan 2015

Curiosity is brewing with recovery of 50 more bodies from river Ganga in Unnao on Wednesday, taking the number of such recoveries over the last few days to 100 and prompting the Centre to ask Uttar Pradesh government what was happening.

Nitin Gadkari: Longest serving transport minister gets another stint

Nitin Gadkari: Longest serving transport minister gets another stint

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

Gadkari is credited with the construction of more than 90,000 km of national highways and 30,000 km of new roads in the country in the last 10 years.