News for 'Lord Rama'

Himachal's most famous idols, worth crores, stolen

Himachal's most famous idols, worth crores, stolen

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

Ancient ashtadhatu idols of Lord Rama, Hanuman along with idols made of gold and silver of other deities worth crores of rupees were stolen by thieves from the Raghunathji temple at Sultanpur in RupiPalace at Kullu, police said on Tuesday.

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.

Ayodhya Ram temple to be ready by September this year: Official

Ayodhya Ram temple to be ready by September this year: Official

Rediff.com18 Mar 2023

The construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya is likely to be completed months before the deadline, an office bearer of the Sriram Janambhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust said.

SP leaders practising pariwarvad instead of samajwad, says PM Modi

SP leaders practising pariwarvad instead of samajwad, says PM Modi

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

In a dig at the Samajwadi Party, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said it has moved away from the ideology of Ram Manohar Lohia with its leaders practising pariwarvad instead of samajwad.

Dussehra Greetings From Kohli, Shami, SKY...

Dussehra Greetings From Kohli, Shami, SKY...

Rediff.com5 Oct 2022

Virat Kohli, Mohammed Shami, Mithali Raj, Surya Kumar Yadav among others tweeted their wishes for Dussehra.

Life Lessons You Can Learn from Ram

Life Lessons You Can Learn from Ram

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

A fascinating excerpt from Shantanu Gupta's book, Teachings from the Ramayana on Family & Life.

Holy god! After 'Yudhishtir', now 'Rama' all set to join BJP

Holy god! After 'Yudhishtir', now 'Rama' all set to join BJP

Rediff.com12 Aug 2015

Govil has already expressed his wish to work for a political party, which follows the agenda of harmonious development.

Why is this Pak cricketer praising Ram?

Why is this Pak cricketer praising Ram?

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

Danish Kaneria played 61 Tests for Pakistan.

Is he India's BUSIEST STAR?

Is he India's BUSIEST STAR?

Rediff.com28 Jan 2022

Prabhas has seven films lined up for release in 2022, the pandemic permitting.

President, Modi attend Dussehra celebrations

President, Modi attend Dussehra celebrations

Rediff.com30 Sep 2017

Arrows were fired to set the effigies of Ravana, Meghnad and Kumbhakaran ablaze at the Parade Ground on Saturday, an event that was attended by President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi among a host of other dignitaries.

Ayodhya: Lord Ram to get fireproof cover

Ayodhya: Lord Ram to get fireproof cover

Rediff.com26 Aug 2015

Idols of Lord Ram, Janki and Laxman in the makeshift temple at the disputed site in Ayodhya would soon get a fireproof cover to be prepared by Indian Institute of Technology-Roorkee.

How Robotics Revived A Dying Indian Art

How Robotics Revived A Dying Indian Art

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

The episode of Lord Rama's pursuit to catch the golden deer was selected for the robotic application and a total of four leather puppets -- Lord Rama, Goddess Sitha, Lakshmana and the Deer -- were automated.

The Ramayana on a 101 foot canvas

The Ramayana on a 101 foot canvas

Rediff.com21 Aug 2021

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Ram Sethu: Centre given 2 weeks to file afffidavit

Ram Sethu: Centre given 2 weeks to file afffidavit

Rediff.com16 Jan 2008

The Centre had withdrawn the controversial affidavits in which it had questioned the existence of Lord Rama and that the Rama Setu was a man-made structure.

Team Anna can change face of Parliament: Maneka Gandhi

Team Anna can change face of Parliament: Maneka Gandhi

Rediff.com11 Aug 2012

Bharatiya Janata Party member of Parliament Maneka Gandhi on Saturday took out a leaf from Ramayana to support Team Anna's entry into electoral politics, saying a confident Ravana had dismissed Lord Rama's army as "monkeys and bears" but ended up vanquished.

Kar sevaks held after 31 yrs, Sidda says 'criminal always criminal'

Kar sevaks held after 31 yrs, Sidda says 'criminal always criminal'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

With the recent arrest of two Bharatiya Janata Party activists who had taken part in the Ayodhya agitation back in 1992 snowballing into a controversy, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday said a criminal is always a criminal unless acquitted by a court of law.

Nitish govt under fire over 'reduction in Hindu holidays' in Bihar schools

Nitish govt under fire over 'reduction in Hindu holidays' in Bihar schools

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Holidays on Ram Navami and Janmashtami, associated with the most popular of Hindu deities Lord Rama and Lord Krishna respectively, have been done away with and on the other hand, the number of days requiring schools to remain shut for Muslim festivals has been increased, Modi alleged.

My Travels For Gauri Khan's Grandma

My Travels For Gauri Khan's Grandma

Rediff.com12 Nov 2022

There were Vedic mantras engraved along with prayer songs for Lord Shiva, Lord Rama and Lord Krishna. Neither the government nor the people of Faisalabad demanded that the carvings be removed. I felt very happy to see Sanskrit shloka

Coming soon: Prabhas, Bachchan, Deepika!

Coming soon: Prabhas, Bachchan, Deepika!

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

'It is science fiction, and we hope to release in 2022.'

Ram Navami celebrations marred by deaths of 14 devotees, violence in WB, Maha

Ram Navami celebrations marred by deaths of 14 devotees, violence in WB, Maha

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

Eleven people died during a havan at Beleshwar Mahadev Jhulelal temple in Madhya Pradesh's Indore after they fell into a well as its cover caved-in under the weight of a huge crowd, while three others got fatally electrocuted during a Ram Navami procession in Rajasthan's Kota.

Ram Lalla sculptor from Mysuru braved eye injury for perfect idol

Ram Lalla sculptor from Mysuru braved eye injury for perfect idol

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Yogiraj's brother Suryaprakash said it was a memorable day for the family.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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

'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.

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 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.