News for 'Lord Ram'

No final decision on Ram Lalla idol: Ayodhya temple trust

No final decision on Ram Lalla idol: Ayodhya temple trust

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

The decision will be taken by the trust in consultation with Shankaracharya Vijayendra Saraswati and other seers, trust functionaries said.

Archeological proof refers to existence of temple at Ayodhya: Ram Lalla to SC

Archeological proof refers to existence of temple at Ayodhya: Ram Lalla to SC

Rediff.com21 Aug 2019

The submissions were made during the eighth day hearing in the case before a bench headed by Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi.

Ram Charan-Upasana Expecting First Child

Ram Charan-Upasana Expecting First Child

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

The actor and his wife Upasana Kamineni are expecting their first child; his film RRR has bagged two Golden Globe nominations.

A loan called Ram Naam

A loan called Ram Naam

Rediff.com8 Dec 2003

State-of-the-art Ayodhya airport set for takeoff, Modi to open on Saturday

State-of-the-art Ayodhya airport set for takeoff, Modi to open on Saturday

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

The main road that leads from Sitapur Road side to the airport has been decked up with several posters carrying images of Prime Minister Modi, and a welcome message.

Spinners will play key role in upcoming T20 World Cup: Maharaj

Spinners will play key role in upcoming T20 World Cup: Maharaj

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

South Africa's premier left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj is confident that slow bowlers will play a vital role on flat decks expected to be on offer during the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup in the Americas in June.

Behold! The architectural marvel of Ayodhya temple

Behold! The architectural marvel of Ayodhya temple

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

A new landmark of India -- both structural and spiritual -- rises on Ayodhya's horizon on Monday as a new-age architectural marvel of elegant sandstones, diligently carved by craftspeople with dedication and devotion to Lord Ram.

'The Maha Kumbh Was A Splendid Spiritual Journey'

'The Maha Kumbh Was A Splendid Spiritual Journey'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

'When we finally immersed ourselves in the sacred waters, remembering Ganga Maa and Lord Mahadev, we felt a profound sense of accomplishment,' says Satish V.

Modi calls Maha Kumbh 'Maha Yagya of unity', hails UP govt

Modi calls Maha Kumbh 'Maha Yagya of unity', hails UP govt

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

The Uttar Pradesh government has said that over 65 crore people visited the sacred site in Prayagraj since the Maha Kumbh began on January 13.

Meet TV's newest Ram and Sita

Meet TV's newest Ram and Sita

Rediff.com27 Aug 2012

Gagan Malik and Neha Sargam talk about their latest roles.

Hindu groups launch 'Save Ram Sethu' campaign

Hindu groups launch 'Save Ram Sethu' campaign

Rediff.com27 Mar 2007

The Indian government had earlier said, there was no archaeological proof of the existence of such a bridge. But NASA satellite pictures have shown the presence of a land bridge on the Palk Strait between India and Sri Lanka.

Judges went by account of Guru Nanak's Ayodhya darshan

Judges went by account of Guru Nanak's Ayodhya darshan

Rediff.com9 Nov 2019

The apex court said Janma Sakhies, which have been brought on record, contains a description of visit of Guru Nanak Devji to Ayodhya, where he had a darshan of the birthplace of Lord Ram.

What is the 'pran-pratishtha' about when...: Cong slams BJP

What is the 'pran-pratishtha' about when...: Cong slams BJP

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

Reacting to the grand old Congress party's decline to the 'pran-pratishtha' ceremony invitations of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya, Digvijaya said that the ruling party had turned the event into a BJP and VHP event.

The First Song Ranbir Played For Raha Was...

The First Song Ranbir Played For Raha Was...

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

'If you just listen to the lyrics, they're so simple. It's definitely a great philosophy to live life by.'

'I did it for Ram, for India, for Ayodhya'

'I did it for Ram, for India, for Ayodhya'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2017

"I believe that I should have also been listed as an accused by the CBI," says Hazaari Lal, one of the thousand karsewaks, who pulled down the mosque on December 6 1992, a day that shook India.

We don't agree with what Jethmalani said about Ram: BJP

We don't agree with what Jethmalani said about Ram: BJP

Rediff.com9 Nov 2012

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday distanced itself from the controversial comments of its Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament Ram Jethmalani on Lord Ram and said the party does not agree with his views.

Even if I win all 80 seats in UP...: Akhilesh on EVM

Even if I win all 80 seats in UP...: Akhilesh on EVM

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

He also said that the BJP's defeat in Faizabad seat of Ayodhya, where the Ram temple has been built, shows the wisdom of voters.

What Kangana said after getting BJP ticket

What Kangana said after getting BJP ticket

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

While Ranaut will contest on a ticket for the BJP from Himachal Pradesh's Mandi constituency, her birthplace, Govil has been fielded by the party from the Meerut Lok Sabha seat.

Subsidise Ram Sethu trip: Hindu Law Board

Subsidise Ram Sethu trip: Hindu Law Board

Rediff.com15 Sep 2007

The PIL says, "Lord Ram himself asked his disciples to make a pilgrimage to the Setu."

Temple existed before Babri Masjid came up: Ram Lalla to SC

Temple existed before Babri Masjid came up: Ram Lalla to SC

Rediff.com16 Aug 2019

These images of deities on pillars of the structure are not found in mosques and found in temples, the counsel for the deity told SC.

Preparations in full swing for Ram temple Bhoomi Poojan

Preparations in full swing for Ram temple Bhoomi Poojan

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

The prime minister will also visit the Hanuman Garhi temple and the buildings on roads leading to it too are being spruced up.

'No evidence to prove existence of Ram'

'No evidence to prove existence of Ram'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2007

In the midst of a political controversy over the Sethusamudram project, the Centre on Wednesday told the Supreme Court that there was no historical evidence to establish the existence of Lord Ram or the other characters in Ramayana.

Ram Sethu affidavit is Cong's gravest mistake: BJP

Ram Sethu affidavit is Cong's gravest mistake: BJP

Rediff.com26 Sep 2007

"The first big mistake was the imposition of Emergency, the second one was their stand on the Shahbano case and the third error was the affidavit which negated the existence of Lord Ram. The govt has committed a blasphemous act" said L K Advani.

Sena gave Rs 1 cr, Adityanath Rs 11 lakh for Ram temple: Trust

Sena gave Rs 1 cr, Adityanath Rs 11 lakh for Ram temple: Trust

Rediff.com18 Dec 2020

The support of every Ram devotee from all over the country will be solicited for the grand temple to be built at the birthplace of Lord Ram in Ayodhya, Rai said, adding that for this, Vishva Hindu Parishad activists will go from door to door, accompanied by venerated seers and others.

Ram Mandir Trust members invite PM to bhoomi pujan

Ram Mandir Trust members invite PM to bhoomi pujan

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

The meeting came a day after the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teertha Kshetra, set up recently to oversee the construction of a Ram temple in Ayodhya, met for the first time on Wednesday.

BJP will replace Maya statues with Ram's: Varun

BJP will replace Maya statues with Ram's: Varun

Rediff.com20 May 2010

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Varun Gandhi on Wednesday said all statues of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati would be replaced with those of Lord Ram once the party regains power in the state.

Work on Ayodhya Ram temple on schedule, darshan by Dec 2023, says official

Work on Ayodhya Ram temple on schedule, darshan by Dec 2023, says official

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

Work on building a pilgrimage facilitation centre and other utilities in Ayodhya's Ram temple complex has started, with 'darshan' of Ram Lalla expected to open in December 2023, according to a senior official of the construction committee.

1.75 lakh diyas, Ram-Sita in chopper: Yogi celebrates grand Diwali in Ayodhya

1.75 lakh diyas, Ram-Sita in chopper: Yogi celebrates grand Diwali in Ayodhya

Rediff.com18 Oct 2017

A total of 1.71 lakh earthen lamps were lit up at the grand event while a chopper decorated as the mythological 'Pushpak Viman' descended on the Ram Katha Park with artistes decked up to resemble Lord Ram, Sita and Laxman.

Ram row: Khurana files complaint on TN CM

Ram row: Khurana files complaint on TN CM

Rediff.com5 Oct 2007

He claimed that he had attempted to lodge a complaint with the police but it was not entertained

Kriti Sanon's Mum Defends Adipurush

Kriti Sanon's Mum Defends Adipurush

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

'Don't focus on a person's mistakes, focus on their emotions. Jai Shri Ram.'

Ram temple in Ayodhya by next Diwali: Swamy

Ram temple in Ayodhya by next Diwali: Swamy

Rediff.com15 Oct 2017

The Rajya Sabha MP said for electoral success 'it is essential that the ideology of Hindutva is never lost sight of'.

How Ram mandir is a true amalgamation of India

How Ram mandir is a true amalgamation of India

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

'The temple's construction is the result of collective wisdom of some of the best brains in the country. Water and sacred soil from almost all pilgrimage sites in India, including Gangotri, Yamunotri, Kailash Mansarovar, Prayags (there are seven Prayags) and all 'puris' (seven holy towns in India, besides Ayodhya) have been used in the making of the temple'

Now Gurmeet Ram Rahim in trouble for mimicking Lord Vishnu

Now Gurmeet Ram Rahim in trouble for mimicking Lord Vishnu

Rediff.com18 Jan 2016

Days after the controversial arrest of comedian Kiku Sharda for imitating Gurmeet Ram Rahim on a television show, the All India Hindu Federation has filed a complaint against the self-proclaimed godman for dressing up as Lord Vishnu in a video.

'Kingmaker' should...: Tejashwi after sharing flight with Nitish

'Kingmaker' should...: Tejashwi after sharing flight with Nitish

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Kumar, whose NDA-allied Janata Dal-United has won 12 of the 40 Lok Sabha seats in Bihar, has emerged as a key player in government formation

Ayodhya seers seek divine intervention for Ram temple on Babri demolition day

Ayodhya seers seek divine intervention for Ram temple on Babri demolition day

Rediff.com6 Dec 2018

The Vishwa Hindu Parishad and the Bajrang Dal have announced that they will mark the day as Shaurya Diwas and Vijay Diwas (day of victory) and have asked the people to light earthen lamps as on Diwali.

Why BJP Lost Faizabad, Home To Ayodhya

Why BJP Lost Faizabad, Home To Ayodhya

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

'The Constitution of India defeated the BJP.'

SP leader Maurya says comments on Ramcharitmanas personal, no retraction

SP leader Maurya says comments on Ramcharitmanas personal, no retraction

Rediff.com24 Jan 2023

Samajwadi Party leader Swami Prasad Maurya on Tuesday said he had spoken on a particular verse in Ramcharitmanas and not about Lord Ram or any religion, but refused to retract the comments which have triggered a row and embarrassed his party.

About 3 lakh pray at Ram temple; VIPs urged to inform visit in advance

About 3 lakh pray at Ram temple; VIPs urged to inform visit in advance

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

Amid the huge rush of devotees in Ayodhya, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a meeting with officials in Lucknow to review the steps taken for crowd management and advised VIPs planning to visit the temple to inform the authorities in advance.

PIL against 'Adipurush' for showing religious figures in bad taste

PIL against 'Adipurush' for showing religious figures in bad taste

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

The petition further stated the depiction of Ravana, Lord Ram, Mata Sita and Hanuman in the feature film Adipurush is contrary to the image and descriptions of these religious leaders/characters/figures as depicted in Maharishi Valmiki's Ramayan and Tulsidas' Ramcharitmanas.