As the US gets tougher with visas, the prayers of US-bound devotees in India are getting more fervent, and their purse strings looser. Called Visa Hanuman temples (there are half a dozen all over India), some of them ask for a 'fee'.
Food, feminism, fights, father-son issues, famous rivalries, OTT is as loaded as it gets this week.
'...spent 1/10th of his time at 24, Akbar Road...' 'He would have met thousands of party workers and ordinary Congress supporters who have love for the party.' 'Left of Centre intellectuals have shaped Rahul's values, but he lacks earthiness.'
Customised restaurant recreations, cafe setups, pop-ups by Michelin-star chefs, bespoke table linens with monograms and couple-themed hashtags.
Hours after exchange of sweets and greetings on the Indo-Pak border between troops of the two sides, Pakistan rangers on Wednesday fired at Indian forward post in Samba sector, violating ceasefire for seventh time in past 11 days.
Dhanatrayodashi is called Dhanteras and its twinkling lights set the mood of India's greatest and most popular festival -- Diwali, the festival of lights.
'The irony of this country is that the party in Opposition and the party in power both depend on Muslims.'
The memorial is a symbol of the sacrifice of soldiers and officers who have been martyred since the Indian Army began Operation Meghdoot on the Siachen Glacier on April 13, 1984.
From the Himalayan Butter Tea to Hyderabad's dessert-like Irani Chai, the many varieties of Indian tea are truly surprising!
Sazerac Company, the largest distiller in the US, is looking to leverage India's position as the world's largest whisky market to introduce a range of bourbon whiskies in the country. Identifying India as a key priority market, Diego Bianchi, general manager of emerging markets and Barrel Select at Sazerac Company, told Business Standard that new consumers, including women, will be key drivers for the growth of the category in India. "India, particularly, is where some of the fastest-growing consumers are.
Sharmila Nicollet and Kenny Bednarek have been dating since 2020, the year he won his first silver medal at the Tokyo Olympics.
'Your love for life and relentless dedication inspire me every day.' 'Watching you hit the gym first thing this morning shows your incredible work ethic. Proud of you always!' 'Here's to another year of chasing your dreams!'
Inaya Rautela, who studies in Pune, came to Mumbai with her friends for a night they would never forget.
Indian javelin thrower Sumit Antil's path to Paralympic glory was paved with a 'sweet sacrifice' and several sleepless nights.
Test your knowledge of Indian street food with this fun quiz!
India will have to wait until day two to show their skills and may need early wickets to force a third consecutive result in the series.
Chennai-born Indian-American businesswoman and musician Chandrika Tandon, 71, won a Grammy in the Best New Age, Ambient or Chant Album category for her album Triveni, a blend of ancient chants and world music, at the 2025 Grammys.
Indian fishermen trawling near Katchatheevu were in for a big surprise on Sunday when Sri Lankan navalmen not only allowed them to fish but also offered them soft drinks and sweets.
A healthy recipe with coriander seeds and nuts.
On Wednesday, the men's team will play their second match of Pool C against Macau-China.
'I will never ever forget Paatal Lok 2 because I left for the shoot the night I got married!'
Indian sweet, snack, and restaurant chain group Bikanervala, with revenues of over Rs 3,000 crore, is working towards an initial public offering (IPO) for its food company in the next three years. Before that, it could also bring in private equity (PE) investors. The low-profile Aggarwal family-owned group company, Bikanervala Foods (which also sells under the brand name Bikano), operates in the snack business.
'I want to break the notion that models can't act.'
'There is simply too much to watch, read and absorb.' 'Just online consumption (news, entertainment, social media) in India was 2.5 hours a day in November 2024.' 'Add TV (just under 4 hours), other media, and the figure is closer to 7 to 8 hours a day for over one-third of Indians,' points out Vanita Kohli Khandekar.
Images from Day 1 of the third Test between Australia and India in Brisbane on Saturday.
The bodies of Sharma, 46, who worked as a carpenter at the Indian Spinal Injury Centre in Vasant Kunj for the last 28 years but had stopped working since January, and his four daughters -- Neetu, 26, Nikki, 24, Neeru, 23, and Nidhi, 20 -- were found on Friday afternoon, but they had died days earlier. According to their acquaintances, the family was very religious and they would perform prayers every day.
Uzbekistan lives comfortably in several centuries but is also a forward-looking nation, Deepa Gahlot discovers on a visit to this Central Asian country.
As much Preity would like to be relieved of everyone's ebullient expectations of her, truth is few have fizzed up the silver screen like she has.
What are you cooking this Christmas? Tell us and share your joy! Send us your best Christmas recipes!
'We have loved Braveheart, Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones and Apocalypto.' 'The thought was 'When are we going to do such films?''
'The present generation, either due to historical amnesia or political propaganda, has been fed a narrative that paints India as an adversary rather than an ally.'
At 4 am, troops roared their war cry! In the long running tradition of the armed forces, soldiers seek the blessings of the Goddess before setting out on their mission -- in war or peace. The Republic Day parade is one such mission.
The length and drape of the sari varies; some may be less than the traditional six yards, like the half sari, while others like the Maharashtrian Nnauvari or the Tamilian Madisar is be nine yards. Kodagu saris too can be nine yards long.
Images from the 2024 Paralympics Opening Ceremony in Paris on Wednesday.
After covering the biggest wedding of the year, Rediff.com's Hitesh Harisinghani was invited to the reception specially held for the media.
Presenting some of the Olympic bronze medallist's best fashion moments.
While 2023 saw many mega blockbusters (Pathaan, Gadar 2, Jawan and Animal), this year had only two.
'Inflation is not good for industry. Nor for the economy as a whole.'
Addressing the Indian diaspora at the end of his two-day visit to Qatar, Modi said, "We have only cleaned up the0020surface (on corruption) and a detailed clean-up remains."
