News for 'Lord Rama'

Ram devotees across the globe celebrate Ayodhya consecration

Ram devotees across the globe celebrate Ayodhya consecration

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

While main events throughout the country were organised on Sunday by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America, several community members gathered at the iconic Times Square in New York to celebrate the historic event.

Pregnant women should chant 'Sunderkand', read Ramayana: Telangana Guv

Pregnant women should chant 'Sunderkand', read Ramayana: Telangana Guv

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

Soundararajan, who is also a gynaecologist and fetal therapist, made the remarks while launching Garbha Sanskar programme of an RSS-linked body.

Anyone who kills cows is deemed to rot in hell: Allahabad HC

Anyone who kills cows is deemed to rot in hell: Allahabad HC

Rediff.com5 Mar 2023

The Lucknow bench of Allahabad high court has expressed hope that the Centre will take an appropriate decision to ban cow slaughter and declare it as a 'protected national animal'.

Ram temple: NDA plans grand celebration in Rahul's constituency

Ram temple: NDA plans grand celebration in Rahul's constituency

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance is planning to celebrate the Ram Temple consecration ceremony, being organised in Ayodhya, in a grand manner in Wayanad Lok Sabha constituency, represented by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.

Lighting up the Valley: Celebrating Diwali in Kashmir

Lighting up the Valley: Celebrating Diwali in Kashmir

Rediff.com3 Nov 2013

Santoor artiste and composer Abhay Rustum Sopori remembers the festive days of his childhood.

Ram temple construction at halfway point: Trust secy

Ram temple construction at halfway point: Trust secy

Rediff.com14 Jan 2023

The sanctum sanctorum has been designed in such a way that the rays of the rising sun fall on the idol's forehead, he said.

Petition in Madras HC seeking TN CM's removal

Petition in Madras HC seeking TN CM's removal

Rediff.com18 Sep 2007

The petitioner also sought to restrain Karunanidhi from signing any record as chief minister, pending disposal of his petition.

Ram himself destroyed Sethu: Centre

Ram himself destroyed Sethu: Centre

Rediff.com14 Oct 2008

The Union Government has submitted in the Supreme Court that the Ram Sethu was destroyed by Lord Rama himself while returning from Sri Lanka.

The Best Telugu Actors of 2011

The Best Telugu Actors of 2011

Rediff.com20 Dec 2011

Nandamuri Balakrishna tops the list.

Ram 'marrying' Sita again on Dec 14

Ram 'marrying' Sita again on Dec 14

Rediff.com7 Dec 2004

The 'Ram Baraat' will leave for Janakpur from Ayodhya on Dec 8, and the marriage ceremony of Lord Ram and Sita will be held in Nepal on Dec 16.

Prepare for Ram temple, says RSS chief

Prepare for Ram temple, says RSS chief

Rediff.com3 Dec 2015

RSS on Thursday made a series of tweets quoting Bhagwat on the issue.

A comic book that gets inside Ravana's head

A comic book that gets inside Ravana's head

Rediff.com17 Aug 2011

Ravanayan, a graphic novel created by comic book writer Vijayendra Mohanty and artist Vivek Goel, attempts yet another re-telling of the timeless Ramayana, this time from Ravana's perspective, says Sanchari Bhattacharya.

VHP favours 'Hindutvavadi' Parliament

VHP favours 'Hindutvavadi' Parliament

Rediff.com1 Feb 2013

Asserting the Ram Janmabhoomi dispute could be resolved only by Parliament and not by a court of law, the Vishwa Hindu Parishand today said it would initiate efforts at the Maha Kumbh in Allahabad to ensure that those sensitive towards the sentiments of Hindus were elected to it in a large number.

VHP rakes up Ram Janmabhoomi issue again

VHP rakes up Ram Janmabhoomi issue again

Rediff.com16 Aug 2010

The Vishwa Hindu Parishad on Monday urged the Hindus to mobilise the opinion of the community, put pressure and demand that Parliament pass a legislation to construct the Lord Rama temple at Ram Janmabhoomi at Ayodhya.

Two Telugu films will fight it out this weekend

Two Telugu films will fight it out this weekend

Rediff.com10 Apr 2012

Adhinayakudu and Neeku Naaku Dash Dash are releasing this week.

Utterance of 'Om' can trigger controversy, says PM Modi

Utterance of 'Om' can trigger controversy, says PM Modi

Rediff.com31 Aug 2015

Months after a major row over Yoga Day celebrations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said utterance of the word 'Om' can be a reason for controversies in the country, which has seen "ups and downs" in the realm of ideology.

VIDEO: Light up diyas of joy this Diwali!

VIDEO: Light up diyas of joy this Diwali!

Rediff.com9 Nov 2012

Potters in Uttar Pradesh gear up for brisk business this festive season.

A Kejriwal is necessary for the system

A Kejriwal is necessary for the system

Rediff.com15 Oct 2012

For the idea called Arvind Kejriwal to succeed, it is important that he has a Rahul Dravid approach to the game. A Yusuf Pathan like pinch-hitter innings won't do, says TS Sudhir

Corporate India on overdrive to celebrate Ram Mandir inauguration

Corporate India on overdrive to celebrate Ram Mandir inauguration

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

As Ayodhya readies itself for the glittering, much-awaited consecration ceremony of the Ram Mandir on January 22, and as millions of pilgrims and devotees pour into the holy city for the momentous event, companies are rushing to do their bit and be a part of the mega celebrations. Some are offering a part of their profits as donations, telcos are beefing up the number of cellular towers to ensure better connectivity, and there are those distributing jalebis and food platters.

'Beware' of Congress, BJP tells Muslims

'Beware' of Congress, BJP tells Muslims

Rediff.com8 Feb 2012

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday claimed that the Congress was trying to "lure Muslims with the false promise of protecting the Babri mosque" and asked the community to "beware" of a party which has no concern for its betterment and views it as a mere vote bank.

SC notice to Centre, UP on Ram worship at Ayodhya

SC notice to Centre, UP on Ram worship at Ayodhya

Rediff.com23 Apr 2010

The Supreme Court on Friday sought a response from the Centre and Uttar Pradesh government on a plea for removing alleged unreasonable restrictions imposed by the authorities in Ayodhya on worshipping Lord Rama in the temple at the disputed site.A bench comprising Chief Justice K G Balakrishnan and Justices A K Ganguly and B S Chauhan also issued notices to the Faizabad district commissioner and others, on an application filed by Janata Party chief Subramanian Swamy.

Sita's birth proves IVF-like tech existed during Ramayana days: UP dyCM

Sita's birth proves IVF-like tech existed during Ramayana days: UP dyCM

Rediff.com1 Jun 2018

"Your Google has started now, but our Google started a long time back. Narad Muni was the epitome of information. He could reach anywhere and transfer a message from one place to another by saying 'Narayana' three times," he said.

'Togetherness Is The Message From Ayodhya'

'Togetherness Is The Message From Ayodhya'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

'Sri Ayodhyaji will emerge as the greatest centre of cultural togetherness, universal harmony, vasudeva kutumbakam, compassion, and love for every single living being on this Earth.'

Ram Mandir to get stone from Sita temple in Lanka

Ram Mandir to get stone from Sita temple in Lanka

Rediff.com20 Mar 2021

The stone is expected to be brought to India by Sri Lankan high commissioner to India Milinda Moragoda.

Family legacy and the Varun effect

Family legacy and the Varun effect

Rediff.com27 Mar 2009

It is the hurt and bewilderment over the loss of a Gandhi to the saffron brigade that has made the media and anti-Hindutva politicos react with such venom and acid. He was not heard, not given a chance to present his case, nor did forensic experts examine the so-called proof in the form of a CD containing his speech.

Kerala accused of 'encroaching' on TN land

Kerala accused of 'encroaching' on TN land

Rediff.com7 Nov 2008

Yet another inter-state dispute involving Tamil Nadu and its neighbouring states appear to be brewing with local body officials and erstwhile zamindars of three villages in Theni district accusing Kerala of 'encroaching' on a site, believed to have been visited by Lord Rama, and converting it into a tourist spot.

Amid LAC tension, Rajnath talks tough from Arunachal

Amid LAC tension, Rajnath talks tough from Arunachal

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

Rajnath Singh asserted that India has every capability to thwart challenges along the border to protect the country's territory.

Triple talaq matter of faith, like Lord Ram's birthplace: Sibal to SC

Triple talaq matter of faith, like Lord Ram's birthplace: Sibal to SC

Rediff.com16 May 2017

When the bench asked Sibal 'shouldn't we hear the matter', he replied, 'Yes. You shouldn't.'

Wisdom dawns on Congress for Vijayadashami

Wisdom dawns on Congress for Vijayadashami

Rediff.com8 Oct 2008

The next general election must be held by May of 2009, and we already appear to have a clear choice. The National Democratic Alliance announced that L K Advani will be the prime minister should it come to power. Now, there is a fair degree of clarity that Dr Manmohan Singh shall lead the United Progressive Alliance if it should be returned to office. But how about the Third Front? Transparency is no friend of the Third Front!

UK PM celebrates Diwali at 10 Downing Street

UK PM celebrates Diwali at 10 Downing Street

Rediff.com16 Oct 2009

For the first time, British Prime Minister Gordon Brown on Friday celebrated Diwali at 10 Downing Street, as the Labour leader and his wife lit a lamp placed amid idols of Lord Rama, Krishna from the Swaminarayan Mandir.

Andhra temple attacks by treasure hunters, drunks: DGP

Andhra temple attacks by treasure hunters, drunks: DGP

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

Investigation into the attacks on some temples in Andhra Pradesh has revealed that most offences were committed by treasure trove hunters, believers in superstition, drunkards and others, Director General of Police D G Sawang said on Wednesday.

SC refuses stay on Setusamudram project

SC refuses stay on Setusamudram project

Rediff.com21 May 2007

The bench has fixed May 28 for hearing of the writ petition filed by Dandi Swami Vidyananda Bharti and others.

Ram Sethu: Centre changes tack in SC

Ram Sethu: Centre changes tack in SC

Rediff.com24 Jul 2008

A day after making a strident argument that Ram Sethu was destroyed by Lord Rama himself, the Centre has changed tack in the Supreme Court saying that the viability of going ahead with the Sethusamudram project through an alternative alignment has been taken up at the "highest level".

Houston celebrates Diwali

Houston celebrates Diwali

Rediff.com10 Nov 2005

The highlights of the 'bazaar' in 2005 were the free health fare, cultural arts entertainment, children's fancy dress parade, magic show for children, various vendors offering sale of fine clothing, costume jewellery, books, services and specialties.

Advani to open temple in Lahore

Advani to open temple in Lahore

Rediff.com1 Apr 2005

Ram idol taken to Ravana-worshipping temple near Noida

Ram idol taken to Ravana-worshipping temple near Noida

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

The ancient Shiv Mandir is located at Bisrakh village, believed to be the birthplace of Ravana, the antagonist to the hero of Lord Ram in the epic Ramayana.

Hanuman flag removal sparks tension in K'taka; tricolour installed after stir

Hanuman flag removal sparks tension in K'taka; tricolour installed after stir

Rediff.com28 Jan 2024

The incident led to a political confrontation between the government and Opposition in the state.

Bharatanatyam legend Yamini Krishnamurti passes away

Bharatanatyam legend Yamini Krishnamurti passes away

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi veteran Yamini Krishnamurti died at the Apollo hospital New Delhi on Saturday. She was 84.