News for 'Holi'

Celebrating Holi, Bollywood style

Celebrating Holi, Bollywood style

Rediff.com26 Feb 2010

Looking at some of the prominent Holi songs over the decades.

Man lynched at Singhu, hands cut off for 'desecrating' holy book

Man lynched at Singhu, hands cut off for 'desecrating' holy book

Rediff.com15 Oct 2021

Hours after the macabre crime, a man wearing the blue robes of the Sikhs' Nihang order appeared before the media, claiming that he had 'punished' the victim for 'desecrating' a holy book.

What new UK PM Keir Starmer's win means for India

What new UK PM Keir Starmer's win means for India

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

'What my Labour government will seek with India is a relationship based on our shared values of democracy and aspiration. That will seek a free trade agreement (FTA), we share that ambition, but also a new strategic partnership for global security, climate security, economic security'

PIX: Bollywood's recent Holi celebrations

PIX: Bollywood's recent Holi celebrations

Rediff.com14 Mar 2014

Here's taking a look.

Pak singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan in row over slapping disciple in viral video

Pak singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan in row over slapping disciple in viral video

Rediff.com28 Jan 2024

Khan's name started trending on X hours after the 1.03-minute clip went viral, with many users calling out the singer for his misbehaviour.

PHOTOS: Team India, Australia's Maxwell celebrate Holi

PHOTOS: Team India, Australia's Maxwell celebrate Holi

Rediff.com25 Mar 2016

Australian cricketer Glenn Maxwell celebrated Holi, the festival of colours, ahead of their match against Pakistan in the ICC World Twenty20 on Friday.

UP Cong chief, party leaders pay obeisance at Ayodhya

UP Cong chief, party leaders pay obeisance at Ayodhya

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

While the Congress top brass has declined an invitation to the January 22 consecration ceremony at the Ram temple in Ayodhya, the party's Uttar Pradesh unit stuck to its plan to offer prayers in the holy city on Makar Sankranti.

Recipes: Easy-to-make cocktails for Holi

Recipes: Easy-to-make cocktails for Holi

Rediff.com27 Mar 2021

Colourful Holi drinks!

Mouth-watering Holi recipes!

Mouth-watering Holi recipes!

Rediff.com24 Mar 2013

Forget gujiyas and bhang, try these easy-to-make recipes and share it with your loved ones.

Coach Dravid ends reign with World Cup high

Coach Dravid ends reign with World Cup high

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

Rahul Dravid's tenure as India Head Coach, which ended gloriously with the T20 World Cup triumph in Barbados on Saturday, will remain a case study on how to be stately and understated at the same time in modern-day cricket coaching.

Cong's 1/3rd PM jibe ahead of Modi's visit to Varanasi

Cong's 1/3rd PM jibe ahead of Modi's visit to Varanasi

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

Ramesh asked the PM why river Ganga is "dirtier than before" even after spending Rs 20,000 crore on the Namami Gange project.

Kejriwal moves HC for immediate release, but court says no urgent hearing

Kejriwal moves HC for immediate release, but court says no urgent hearing

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

Sources in his Aam Aadmi Party said his legal team would request the high court to hear the matter urgently, preferably on Sunday.

Sanjay Dutt Prays In Gaya

Sanjay Dutt Prays In Gaya

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

Sanjay Dutt performed the 'pind daan' at the Vishnupad temple in Gaya, Bihar, on Thursday.

12 types of people you'll meet on Holi

12 types of people you'll meet on Holi

Rediff.com1 Mar 2018

Be prepared to be dragged, doused and break into a dance.

Pushpa 2 Teaser: More Whistles Guaranteed

Pushpa 2 Teaser: More Whistles Guaranteed

Rediff.com8 Apr 2024

One can expect Pushpa 2 to be an even bigger spectacle than the first, predicts Mayur Sanap.

Kill Review: The Great Train Rampage

Kill Review: The Great Train Rampage

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

An ultra-violent film about violence, Kill's greatest accomplishment isn't its death count alone but to challenge our perception of violence, observes Sukanya Verma.

PIX: Kareena, Asin play Holi

PIX: Kareena, Asin play Holi

Rediff.com9 Mar 2012

We took pictures of stars celebrating Holi. Take a look.

Rebel SAD leaders apologise to Akal Takht jathedar for Akali regime mistakes

Rebel SAD leaders apologise to Akal Takht jathedar for Akali regime mistakes

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

They handed the apology letter to Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Raghbir Singh at the Akal Takht Secretariat at the Golden Temple in Amritsar. The Akal Takht is the supreme temporal seat of the Sikhs.

Reader invite: Share your Holi recipes!

Reader invite: Share your Holi recipes!

Rediff.com10 Mar 2014

The Festival of Colours is here! and we want to know what's cooking in your kitchen.

6 smart things women MUST do this Holi

6 smart things women MUST do this Holi

Rediff.com21 Mar 2019

Use tampons. Apply coconut oil. Wear cotton clothes.

When Ekta Kapoor hosts a Holi bash...

When Ekta Kapoor hosts a Holi bash...

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

Television celebs enjoy Holi!

Marathas wanted to 'liberate' Hindu holy sites

Marathas wanted to 'liberate' Hindu holy sites

Rediff.com4 Dec 2017

Contemporary records speak of Chhatrapati Shivaji's resolve to liberate Hindu holy places, and the later Maratha rulers carried forward his legacy, Colonel Anil A Athale (retd) reveals in a forthcoming book.

'Bihar Won't Be Fooled By Lalu's Family'

'Bihar Won't Be Fooled By Lalu's Family'

Rediff.com31 May 2024

'What social justice is Tejashwi talking about?' 'Muslims in Bihar are asking we are 18%, and you are giving us 2 seats.'

Modi files nomination with allies by his side; Nitish absent

Modi files nomination with allies by his side; Nitish absent

Rediff.com14 May 2024

In the morning, he offered prayers at the Dashashwamedh Ghat and the Kaal Bhairav temple in Varanasi.

UP Cong chief says party workers will visit Ayodhya

UP Cong chief says party workers will visit Ayodhya

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

While the Congress top brass has declined the invitation to the January 22 consecration ceremony at Ayodhya's Ram temple, the party's Uttar Pradesh unit plans to go ahead with its own event a week earlier in the holy town.

What Kangana Thinks Of Modi

What Kangana Thinks Of Modi

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

Kangana Ranaut, who is the BJP candidate from her hometown Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, feels Prime Minister Narendra Modi is an 'ansh' (part) of Lord Ram and Lord Vishnu.

Shibani-Farhan at Javed-Shabana's Holi party...

Shibani-Farhan at Javed-Shabana's Holi party...

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

Like every year, Javed Akhtar and Shabana Azmi's Holi party overflowed with family and friends.

How Lauren Gottlieb's Holi song beat Trump!

How Lauren Gottlieb's Holi song beat Trump!

Rediff.com17 Mar 2020

Kamariya Hila Rahi Hai notched up 12 million views in two days!

2000 policemen to stand guard in Kanyakumari during Modi's meditation

2000 policemen to stand guard in Kanyakumari during Modi's meditation

Rediff.com29 May 2024

All arrangements, including heavy security, are in place for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 45-hour stay at the famed Vivekananda Rock Memorial in Kanyakumari on Thursday, as he would sit on meditation at the place named after the revered Hindu saint.

CAA to grant citizenship with retrospective effect

CAA to grant citizenship with retrospective effect

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Eligible applicants under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act 2019 (CAA) will be granted Indian nationality with retrospective effect as specified in the law, officials said on Tuesday.

Holi special: When widows from Vrindavan made gulaal for Modi

Holi special: When widows from Vrindavan made gulaal for Modi

Rediff.com2 Mar 2018

They delivered 11 earthern pots of the organic colours to the prime minister's home.

Who's Raina Taking A Ride With?

Who's Raina Taking A Ride With?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

Marc Marquez and Suresh Raina rode around the Buddha International Circuit in a Royal Enfield Classic with a sidecar.

TV Stars' WORST Holi Memories

TV Stars' WORST Holi Memories

Rediff.com7 Mar 2012

Holi is a fun festival. But just that once in a while, things go wrong. These actors share their experiences.

Crowd-Pleasing Recipes For Easter

Crowd-Pleasing Recipes For Easter

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

These dishes are meant to impress 100 per cent!

PIX: India celebrates Eid with prayers, feasting; 'Free Palestine' poster in UP

PIX: India celebrates Eid with prayers, feasting; 'Free Palestine' poster in UP

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Dressed in traditional finery, Muslims across India offered prayers at mosques and eidgahs on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr on Thursday, marking the end of the holy month of Ramzan.

Your favourite Holi song?

Your favourite Holi song?

Rediff.com10 Mar 2006

Tell us!

Holi recipes: Chaas panna cotta and gujiya

Holi recipes: Chaas panna cotta and gujiya

Rediff.com19 Mar 2019

Why settle for chaas, when you can have chaas panna cotta this Holi?

108 Foot Agarbatti For Ram Lalla

108 Foot Agarbatti For Ram Lalla

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

People are finding unique ways to commemorate the consecration of Ram Mandir.

PIX: Calendar Girls' actor Akanksha plays Holi

PIX: Calendar Girls' actor Akanksha plays Holi

Rediff.com22 Mar 2016

A look at the pictures.

Modi slams Oppn as 'Mughals' for eating meat during Sawan month

Modi slams Oppn as 'Mughals' for eating meat during Sawan month

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

In a veiled attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Rashtriya Janata Dal's Lalu Prasad Yadav, Prime Minister Narendra Modi Friday accused opposition leaders of demonstrating a 'Mughal mindset' and "teasing" the people of the country by consuming non-vegetarian food in the holy month of Sawan and posting a video of it online.