News for 'Kedarnath'

Do Shastras forbid live streaming?: HC rejects U'khand govt's argument

Do Shastras forbid live streaming?: HC rejects U'khand govt's argument

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

Refusing to buy the argument, the bench of Chief Justice R S Chauhan and Justice Alok Kumar Verma said if the Devasthanam Board decides not to permit live streaming of the rituals on this ground, it will have to quote a line from the scripture in support of the argument.

26 pilgrims from MP killed as bus falls in gorge in Uttarkashi

26 pilgrims from MP killed as bus falls in gorge in Uttarkashi

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

The death toll in the Uttarkashi bus accident rose to 26 with the recovery of one more body after which the search and rescue operation was concluded, officials said on Monday.

PM celebrates Diwali in Kargil with soldiers; says India never waged war

PM celebrates Diwali in Kargil with soldiers; says India never waged war

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

Modi invoked the epics of Ramayana and Mahabharata to assert that it is in Indian tradition to avoid war be it in Lanka or Kurukshetra and the country stands for world peace.

Uttarakhand: BJP wins historic 2nd term, but Dhami loses his seat

Uttarakhand: BJP wins historic 2nd term, but Dhami loses his seat

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

The defeat of Dhami who led the BJP's campaign against the Congress in the state throws up a big question before the saffron party on the issue of choosing the next chief minister.

Record 16L diyas light up Ayodhya on Deepotsav as Modi attends

Record 16L diyas light up Ayodhya on Deepotsav as Modi attends

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

Modi was on his first visit to Ayodhya after he laid the foundation stone of a Ram temple at the once disputed Ram Janmabhoomi site on August 5, 2020.

Cannot ignore China's infra buildup and Army needs better roads: SC

Cannot ignore China's infra buildup and Army needs better roads: SC

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

The Centre on Tuesday told the Supreme Court that China has made a huge build-up in the Tibet region and the Army needs broader roads to move heavy vehicles up to the India-China border to avoid a 1962 war-like situation.

'Uttarakhand disaster a message of destruction from above'

'Uttarakhand disaster a message of destruction from above'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2013

Increasing tourism for recreational purpose and ruthless commercialism are to be blamed for the destruction caused in Kedarnath, believes Vageeshling Maharaj, chief purohit of Kedarnath dham.

India's Worst Mountaineering Tragedy

India's Worst Mountaineering Tragedy

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

27 mountaineers perished in an avalanche in the mountains of Uttarakhand last week. The mountaineers were returning from a trek to the Draupadi's Danda mountain peak when disaster struck at 8.45 am in the morning.

Looking at Sushant's roller coaster life

Looking at Sushant's roller coaster life

Rediff.com15 Jun 2020

Sushant finished off his innings in style by scoring high on his last theatrical release, Chichhore, a film that was ironically about suicide not being a solution.

'May every Mannat of yours get answered'

'May every Mannat of yours get answered'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2021

Shahid wishes Ishaan... Akshay-Katrina promote Soorvayanshi... Farhan shares a throwback picture...

HC stays Uttarakhand govt's decision to hold Chardham Yatra

HC stays Uttarakhand govt's decision to hold Chardham Yatra

Rediff.com28 Jun 2021

The Uttarakhand high court on Monday stayed the Chardham Yatra reversing a cabinet decision to open it partially for residents of three districts from July 1.

'Govt should not have allowed pilgrims in Kedarnath, Badrinath'

'Govt should not have allowed pilgrims in Kedarnath, Badrinath'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2013

Having returned from a visit to the flood-hit areas in Uttarakhand, the state's former chief minister B C Khanduri tells Shishir Prashant that Congress Vice-President Rahul Gandhi's visit to the state in the light of restrictions made earlier by the home ministry on VIP movements in the affected areas, was a 'totally childish activity'

Punjab poll: Channi to contest from Chamkaur Sahib, Sidhu from Amritsar East

Punjab poll: Channi to contest from Chamkaur Sahib, Sidhu from Amritsar East

Rediff.com15 Jan 2022

Controversial Punjabi singer Sidhu Mussewala, who joined the Congress sometime ago will contest from Mansa and actor Sonu Sood's sister Malvika Sood from Moga.

Bollywood Lessons: How to minimise coronavirus threat

Bollywood Lessons: How to minimise coronavirus threat

Rediff.com17 Mar 2020

10 Bollywood-inspired things to protect yourself.

It's pucca! Sara to make her debut opposite Sushant

It's pucca! Sara to make her debut opposite Sushant

Rediff.com6 Jun 2017

Here's looking forward to Saif's little girl making her big Bollywood debut!

Tea seller's daughter flies high, becomes IAF officer

Tea seller's daughter flies high, becomes IAF officer

Rediff.com23 Jun 2020

It was not easy for Anchal and the family to make her realise this dream, but she was determined

PM celebrates Diwali with soldiers near India-China border

PM celebrates Diwali with soldiers near India-China border

Rediff.com7 Nov 2018

Greeting the jawans on the occasion, the prime minister said their devotion to duty in the remote icy heights, is enabling the strength of the nation, and securing the future and the dreams of 125 crore Indians,

'Ranveer gives you goosebumps'

'Ranveer gives you goosebumps'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2019

'He took Simmba to a different level.' 'Sara has the energy of a commercial heroine.' 'She has a very bright future.'

Can more disasters happen in Uttarakhand?

Can more disasters happen in Uttarakhand?

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

'Above 2,000 metres the gradient of the Himalayas is very steep and if you build any infrastructure (roads, dams, hydro power projects) in these regions, it will not be able to sustain these events (the onslaught of debris that comes down with great speeds).'

PIX: Ed Sheeran parties with Farah, Shah Rukh, Shahid Kapoor

PIX: Ed Sheeran parties with Farah, Shah Rukh, Shahid Kapoor

Rediff.com19 Nov 2017

The parties never end in Bollywood!

Why Do Bridges Collapse In Uttarakhand?

Why Do Bridges Collapse In Uttarakhand?

Rediff.com14 Jan 2022

In the last five years, 37 bridges have collapsed in Uttarakhand. Another 27 bridges are on the brink of collapse. 'Our politicians don't view these bridge collapses as a setback.' 'Rather they see them as an opportunity to make more money.'

Sushant Singh Rajput death: Aditya Chopra records statement

Sushant Singh Rajput death: Aditya Chopra records statement

Rediff.com18 Jul 2020

The police are investigating allegations that professional rivalry, besides clinical depression, drove the actor to suicide. Police are also trying to understand the reason behind Rajput ending his contract with YRF.

Raina pens heartfelt tribute to Sushant Singh Rajput

Raina pens heartfelt tribute to Sushant Singh Rajput

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

Suresh Raina, who recently retired from international cricket, shared a video remembering the late actor.

Protesting farmers confine ex-Haryana minister, BJP leaders in temple

Protesting farmers confine ex-Haryana minister, BJP leaders in temple

Rediff.com5 Nov 2021

According to a police official, the incident occurred when Grover along with the local BJP leaders reached the temple complex as part of their plan to watch from there the live telecast of Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiling a statue of Adi Shankaracharya at the seer's rebuilt samadhi in Kedarnath.

SC allows double lane for Chardham over security concerns

SC allows double lane for Chardham over security concerns

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

The strategic 900-km-long Chardham project worth Rs 12,000 crore aims to provide all-weather connectivity to four holy towns -- Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath -- in Uttarakhand.

Deepika, Sara to join NCB probe in drugs case on Saturday

Deepika, Sara to join NCB probe in drugs case on Saturday

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

Deepika and her husband Ranveer Singh on Thursday flew back to Mumbai from Goa, ahead of her appearance before the NCB. The couple arrived at Goa International Airport amid heavy security around 8 pm and boarded a chartered flight.

What a cute Halloween party!

What a cute Halloween party!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2018

Meet the cute guests at this Halloween party!

Sara Ali Khan bags her next film

Sara Ali Khan bags her next film

Rediff.com20 Mar 2018

Like Bollywood's latest jodi?

No need for CBI probe in Sushant case: Maha HM

No need for CBI probe in Sushant case: Maha HM

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

Rajput's friend, actor Rhea Chakraborty, in a tweet, demanded a CBI inquiry to understand what "pressures" prompted Rajput to take the extreme step of suicide.

Uttarakhand: Mass cremations to begin after DNA sampling

Uttarakhand: Mass cremations to begin after DNA sampling

Rediff.com26 Jun 2013

Incense materials comprising ghee and aromatic woods have been despatched to Kedarnath

13 dead in Uttarakhand after monsoon havoc

13 dead in Uttarakhand after monsoon havoc

Rediff.com17 Jun 2013

Authorities in Chamoli district said the toll may climb as about 50 persons from different villages in the area are missing and rescue operations are on.

Sushant, Leander celebrate Jackky's birthday

Sushant, Leander celebrate Jackky's birthday

Rediff.com25 Dec 2017

Happy birthday, Jackky!

Bollywood's pretty ladies support Varun

Bollywood's pretty ladies support Varun

Rediff.com31 Jan 2019

Varun Bahl's pret collection was titled The Five Petal Story.

Why Sara Ali Khan WON'T think about stardom!

Why Sara Ali Khan WON'T think about stardom!

Rediff.com4 Jan 2019

'There is nothing more beautiful than celebrating with people who make you what you are.'

PIX: Alia, Sara, Bhumi win at Star Screen Awards

PIX: Alia, Sara, Bhumi win at Star Screen Awards

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

The awards season has started in full swing, and the weekend saw Bollywood step out in style for the 26th Star Screen Awards.

Priests oppose reopening of Gangotri, Yamunotri temples

Priests oppose reopening of Gangotri, Yamunotri temples

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

"We don't accept the board's decision on opening the temple gates for a limited number of locals. We won't allow anyone to enter the shrine until the coronavirus infection goes away completely from Uttarakhand," Yamunotri temple committee general secretary Manmohan Uniyal said.

'Stop DISRESPECTING women, hiding behind your phone!'

'Stop DISRESPECTING women, hiding behind your phone!'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2020

'Trolls need to understand that there is a certain boundary, there is a certain way to deal with a woman.'

U'khand disaster: Mass cremation on; Badrinath rescue halted

U'khand disaster: Mass cremation on; Badrinath rescue halted

Rediff.com27 Jun 2013

Amid fears of epidemic outbreak, the mass cremation process in Kedarnath, worst-hit in the Uttarakhand flash floods, was expedited, even as air operations to evacuate stranded people from Badrinath was Thursday halted with the weather packing up.

Uttarakhand: Rescue operations on for stranded pilgrims

Uttarakhand: Rescue operations on for stranded pilgrims

Rediff.com22 Jun 2013

Evacuation of stranded people from flood-hit areas of Uttarakhand on Saturday picked up pace with security forces rescuing 17 foreign tourists from Dharasu and sighting 1000 pilgrims stuck between Kedarnath and Gaurikund, even as bad weather hampered chopper operations at some places.

'The worst is over in Uttarakhand'

'The worst is over in Uttarakhand'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

'Joro shoro se rescue operation chal raha hai.'