News for 'Khadi'

Can Modi Achieve 'DMK mukt' Tamil Nadu?

Can Modi Achieve 'DMK mukt' Tamil Nadu?

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

'If he has not achieved 'Congress mukt Bharat' even now, the question of his creating a 'DMK mukt Tamil Nadu' does not arise,' points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

V K Saxena's Road To Delhi LG via Gujarat

V K Saxena's Road To Delhi LG via Gujarat

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

Vinai Kumar Saxena's current job as lieutenant governor of an Opposition-ruled state will raise the bar -- not just for him, but also for the Aam Aadmi Party government, which never says no to a fight with the representative of the central government in India's capital.

'We Are Destroying The Constitution'

'We Are Destroying The Constitution'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

'We have to make people aware that the Constitution belongs to us.' 'We are the people who decide who will govern on our behalf.'

Delhi assembly bans entry of MPs, leaders in premises

Delhi assembly bans entry of MPs, leaders in premises

Rediff.com30 Aug 2022

In view of the tense situation due to the overnight protest at the assembly premises by MLAs of the ruling Aam Aadmi Party and the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party, the assembly secretariat on Tuesday issued an order banning the entry of members of Parliament and political party leaders in its premises.

Why You MUST Wear Tiranga Colours

Why You MUST Wear Tiranga Colours

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

Colours bring special feeling into our lives, on Republic Day.

When Rekha Gave A Bachchan A Hug...

When Rekha Gave A Bachchan A Hug...

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

Glimpses of how the stars interacted at the NMACC opening.

Hoist The Tricolour, Folks!

Hoist The Tricolour, Folks!

Rediff.com28 Jul 2022

Eighteen days left for India's 75th Independence Day, and the flags are already out in anticipation of that milestone.

Australian PM Albanese celebrates Holi in Guj on Day 1 of first India trip

Australian PM Albanese celebrates Holi in Guj on Day 1 of first India trip

Rediff.com9 Mar 2023

The 'Holi celebrations' event was organised by the Governor in the honour of the visiting dignitary and his delegation.

Around 1,800 'special guests' to join 77th I-Day celebrations at Red Fort

Around 1,800 'special guests' to join 77th I-Day celebrations at Red Fort

Rediff.com13 Aug 2023

Modi will unfurl the national flag and deliver the customary address to the nation from the ramparts of the historic monument.

From khaki to khadi: How ex-cops fared in Maha polls

From khaki to khadi: How ex-cops fared in Maha polls

Rediff.com24 Oct 2019

Among the retired police officials who lost was former 'encounter specialist' and Shiv Sena candidate Pradeep Sharma.

Delhi LG sends notice to AAP leaders for accusing him of corruption

Delhi LG sends notice to AAP leaders for accusing him of corruption

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

Delhi's Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena on Monday sent a legal notice to Aam Aadmi Party leaders, accusing them of levelling 'false and derogatory' allegations against him, days after they claimed he was involved in a Rs 1,400-crore 'scam' during his tenure as the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) chairman.

Strange case of why the handloom board was abolished

Strange case of why the handloom board was abolished

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

When Nitin Gadkari was president of the Bharatiya Janata Party, the party had announced it would set up a separate ministry for handlooms and handicraft. Instead of doing that, the BJP government has abolished the only institution that took into account the voice of the weavers.

Mega celebrations planned as India crosses 100 cr jabs

Mega celebrations planned as India crosses 100 cr jabs

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

To mark the completion of administering of 100 crore COVID-19 vaccine doses, the largest khadi tricolour in the country, weighing around 1,400 kg, will be displayed at the Red Fort on Thursday, official sources said.

Mann ki Baat spiritual journey for me, ensured never cut off from people: Modi

Mann ki Baat spiritual journey for me, ensured never cut off from people: Modi

Rediff.com30 Apr 2023

The milestone broadcast was an occasion for Modi to walk down the memory lane as he asserted that it was not merely a programme but a matter of faith and spiritual journey for him.

Vinai Kumar Saxena takes oath as Lt Governor of Delhi

Vinai Kumar Saxena takes oath as Lt Governor of Delhi

Rediff.com26 May 2022

Saxena, who held the post of chairperson of Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), was appointed the Lt Governor of Delhi on May 23.

Recipe: Neera's Yakhni Pulao

Recipe: Neera's Yakhni Pulao

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

A special, handed-down-through-the-generations recipe of Yakhni Pulao.

Pix: It's desi! It's glamorous!

Pix: It's desi! It's glamorous!

Rediff.com23 Aug 2018

#KhadiGoesChic at Lakme Fashion Week.

Summer: 10 Traditional Ways To Stay Cool

Summer: 10 Traditional Ways To Stay Cool

Rediff.com25 Apr 2022

In the summer, eat light, fresh meals so that your digestive system is not over burdened.

Kajol, Katrina's AMAZING Festive Style!

Kajol, Katrina's AMAZING Festive Style!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

From making a style statement in sari to going floral, Bollywood and television divas gave us WOW looks during the Ganpati festival.

To Those Who Fought The Good Fight

To Those Who Fought The Good Fight

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

The fight for freedom was long and hard and that is why it is important to go back to the monuments that celebrate those who fought the good fight.

Kejriwal-LG meet on Friday called off for 3rd time in a row

Kejriwal-LG meet on Friday called off for 3rd time in a row

Rediff.com1 Sep 2022

Amid escalating tensions between the AAP dispensation and the Lieutenant Governor's office, the weekly meeting of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and LG V K Saxena will not be held this Friday, the third time in a row.

3 held in Kerala for dumping tricolour with garbage; Navy, CG begin probe

3 held in Kerala for dumping tricolour with garbage; Navy, CG begin probe

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

The police have already registered a case and launched an investigation into the matter by constituting a special squad.

Celebrating 1 Bn COVID-19 Vaccination In Colour

Celebrating 1 Bn COVID-19 Vaccination In Colour

Rediff.com22 Oct 2021

As India crossed the 1 billion COVID-19 vaccination milestone, heritage sites and monuments across the country were lit up in tricolour lights on October, 21, 2021.

HC flays AAP leaders for defaming L-G, asks them to take down posts

HC flays AAP leaders for defaming L-G, asks them to take down posts

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

The Delhi high court on Tuesday restrained the Aam Aadmi Party and several of its leaders from levelling "false" allegations against Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena and his family, after they claimed that he was involved in a Rs 1,400 crore scam.

Govt tweaks flag code; now can be flown day and night

Govt tweaks flag code; now can be flown day and night

Rediff.com23 Jul 2022

The move came as the government is going to launch a 'Har Ghar Tiranga' (hoisting of flag in every home) from August 13 to 15 as part of the 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav'.

Kangana DARES you to look away!

Kangana DARES you to look away!

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

The actress looked every bit a regal bride in her lilac lehenga.

Sonia, Priyanka to join Rahul's Bharat Jodo Yatra in Karnataka

Sonia, Priyanka to join Rahul's Bharat Jodo Yatra in Karnataka

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

Congress President Sonia Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra would participate in the Karnataka leg of the "Bharat Jodo Yatra" led by Rahul Gandhi that will be entering the state on September 30, state party chief D K Shivakumar said on Friday.

Gadkari launches cow dung soap, bamboo water bottles

Gadkari launches cow dung soap, bamboo water bottles

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

The bamboo water bottle is priced at Rs 560 and the soap variant of 125 grams costs Rs 125 each.

Watch! The making of the Tiranga

Watch! The making of the Tiranga

Rediff.com15 Aug 2018

It's not as simple as you think!

What the Prince of Peace told the Envoy

What the Prince of Peace told the Envoy

Rediff.com27 Nov 2021

Ambassador Federico Salas sits alongside a model of Mahatma Gandhi during his visit to the Khadi India Pavilion at the India International Trade Fair 2021 in New Delhi, November 25, 2021.

Jay Shah comes under Oppn fire over tricolour video

Jay Shah comes under Oppn fire over tricolour video

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

Video footage of BCCI secretary Jay Shah appearing to turn down an offer to wave the national flag after India beat Pakistan in a thrilling cricket match at the Asia Cup in Dubai on Sunday has sparked a controversy, with Opposition leaders taking a dig at him.

Those eating Rs 30,000 pizzas can't see Rs-12,000 jobs: BJP MP's dig at Rahul

Those eating Rs 30,000 pizzas can't see Rs-12,000 jobs: BJP MP's dig at Rahul

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

Those who have not seen poverty and go to learn about it at Kalavati's house in the darkness of night, say there are no jobs, Singh said.

BJP has grand plans to celebrate Modi's birthday as service fortnight

BJP has grand plans to celebrate Modi's birthday as service fortnight

Rediff.com1 Sep 2022

The Bharatiya Janata Party plans to celebrate Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday on September 17 over a period of 16 days as Seva Pakhwara (service fortnight).

'The women loved Elaben'

'The women loved Elaben'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2022

'Who would think of making a bank of poor women? She had vision and boldness.'

Trollers, meet Hanan Hamid, the showstopper

Trollers, meet Hanan Hamid, the showstopper

Rediff.com3 Aug 2018

Hanan Hamid walked the ramp wearing a traditional half-saree to promote Khadi products here.

What Trump wrote in book at Sabarmati Ashram

What Trump wrote in book at Sabarmati Ashram

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

After landing in Ahmedabad and being accorded a grand welcome, United States President Donald Trump and US First Lady Melania Trump made their way to Sabarmati Ashram for a brief stopover on their way to Motera Stadium.

India Shines At New York Fashion Week

India Shines At New York Fashion Week

Rediff.com23 Feb 2022

A thought-provoking, sustainable collection by students of INIFD and the London School of Trends.

Light a diya for soldiers guarding our borders: PM in Mann ki Baat

Light a diya for soldiers guarding our borders: PM in Mann ki Baat

Rediff.com25 Oct 2020

In his monthly 'Mann ki Baat' radio broadcast, Modi wished people on Dussehra and said that with various festivals coming up, they need to show patience and follow health guidelines in celebrating these auspicious occasions during the COVID times.

It's Raining Billions For Gujarat!

It's Raining Billions For Gujarat!

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

Hemant Shivsaran lists the number of projects the Modi government has announced since August to woo Gujarat voters.

Amit Shah spoke to Nitish, failed to convince him, say reports

Amit Shah spoke to Nitish, failed to convince him, say reports

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

Sources within the BJP said that party ministers in the Nitish-led government are likely to resign on Tuesday.