News for 'Lord Shiva'

Rafale's victory roll ends Republic Day Parade on a high note

Rafale's victory roll ends Republic Day Parade on a high note

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

The 76th Republic Day Parade concluded with a memorable display of aerial acrobatics, including a stunning victory roll by Rafale aircraft and daring maneuvers by Sukhoi-30 fighter jets. The flypast, featuring over 40 aircraft, captivated the large crowd gathered along Kartavya Path, including President Droupadi Murmu, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The parade showcased the strength and skill of the Indian Air Force and provided a spectacular visual experience for the audience.

No HC relief for Tharoor in 'scorpion' remark against Modi

No HC relief for Tharoor in 'scorpion' remark against Modi

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

The high court said the defence, if any, needs to be considered by the trial court on the basis of evidence.

Saina Nehwal Prays At Kedarnath-Badrinath

Saina Nehwal Prays At Kedarnath-Badrinath

Rediff.com23 May 2022

Saina, who was accompanied by her father Harvir Singh, first offered prayers at Kedarnath on Sunday morning before she left for Badrinath.

10 Beautiful Celeb Tattoos

10 Beautiful Celeb Tattoos

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Now, if you're considering getting inked, Namrata Thakker gives you some celeb inspiration.

FIR against Week magazine for Shiva, Kali illusrations; Debroy quits as columnist

FIR against Week magazine for Shiva, Kali illusrations; Debroy quits as columnist

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

The police in Kanpur have lodged an FIR against The Week magazine amid a row over "objectionable pictures" of Lord Shiva and Goddess Kali that has led Hindu activists to burn copies of the magazine and economist Bibek Debroy end his association with it.

11 Enchanting, Must-Visit Temples

11 Enchanting, Must-Visit Temples

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

Steep yourself in the atmosphere of some of most revered Hindu temples in India.

Bollywood Celebrates Mahashivratri

Bollywood Celebrates Mahashivratri

Rediff.com1 Mar 2022

'Har Har Mahadev!' 'Jai Bholenath!'

Is AIADMK Feeling Uncomfortable With BJP's Politics?

Is AIADMK Feeling Uncomfortable With BJP's Politics?

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

While acknowledging that they needed strong allies for a chance in the assembly polls, AIADMK cadres seemingly prefer actor-politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam to the BJP, owing to the latter's 'communal agenda' and consequent hardline Hindutva image, explains N Sathiya Moorthy.

Why Politics Will Stay On The Boil

Why Politics Will Stay On The Boil

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

It's obvious to all that the Congress is overestimating its success and the BJP is underestimating the people's message delivered through the ballot box, notes Sheela Bhatt.

Is OMG 2 In Trouble Already?

Is OMG 2 In Trouble Already?

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Will the film release on August 11 as it hopes to? Let's wait and see.

Modi Has Corrected A Historical Wrong With TN Visit

Modi Has Corrected A Historical Wrong With TN Visit

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

The message from Sunday's event will undoubtedly reverberate globally. It's a landmark occasion that will be remembered for generations and will inspire many other states to introduce the story of Rajendra Chola into school curricula, says Tarun Vijay.

When Bollywood Slipped Into God Mode

When Bollywood Slipped Into God Mode

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

Every now and then Bollywood finds itself in need of divine intervention.

Jaya, Shweta, Abhishek at Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Jaya, Shweta, Abhishek at Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

Jaya Bachchan and her children Shweta Bachchan Nanda and Abhishek Bachchan prayed at the Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi on Thursday, July 11, 2024.

Bappa brings Kedarnath temple to Mumbai

Bappa brings Kedarnath temple to Mumbai

Rediff.com13 Sep 2021

Covid restrictions notwithstanding, the city's creative spirit reflects in the pandal created by the Bandra West Sarvajanik Ganesh Mandal.

PM unveils 112-ft bust of 'Adiyogi' Shiva; extols Yoga

PM unveils 112-ft bust of 'Adiyogi' Shiva; extols Yoga

Rediff.com24 Feb 2017

Before unveiling the giant 'Adiyogi' bust, Modi lighted the 'Maha Yoga Yagna' and released the book Adiyoga: The source of Yoga, which deals with yogic sciences.

Why Alia Wore This Sari To Ayodhya

Why Alia Wore This Sari To Ayodhya

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

Key scenes from Ramayana were intricately hand painted on the sari's pallu.

Yogi govt renames 8 railway stations in Lucknow

Yogi govt renames 8 railway stations in Lucknow

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Eight railway stations in the Lucknow division of Northern Railways were officially renamed after saints and freedom fighters on Tuesday, officials said.

'No fear': Amarnath pilgrims opt for Pahalgam route

'No fear': Amarnath pilgrims opt for Pahalgam route

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

Defying apprehensions of the horrific April 22 terror Pahalgam attack casting a shadow on the Amarnath Yatra this year, hundreds of pilgrims from various parts of the country lined up at the registration centre in Jammu on the first day.

Hindus celebrate Mahashivratri with religious fervour

Hindus celebrate Mahashivratri with religious fervour

Rediff.com7 Mar 2016

People across India and Nepal on Monday celebrated Mahashivratri with devotion and religious fervor.

SKY, Kuldeep, Sundar Pray For Pant

SKY, Kuldeep, Sundar Pray For Pant

Rediff.com23 Jan 2023

''We prayed for the speedy recovery of Rishabh Pant. His comeback is very important to us.'

Day after fire tragedy, MP temple bans outside colours during Rangpanchami

Day after fire tragedy, MP temple bans outside colours during Rangpanchami

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

The administration has declared that devotees will not be permitted to bring external colours into the temple premises in Ujjain city of Madhya Pradesh.

Delhi CM attacker planned protest against SC verdict on stray dogs

Delhi CM attacker planned protest against SC verdict on stray dogs

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

The man accused of attacking Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta told investigators he planned a protest against the Supreme Court's order on relocating stray dogs, similar to Anna Hazare's anti-corruption protests.

PIX: Kashmiri Hindus celebrate Shivratri

PIX: Kashmiri Hindus celebrate Shivratri

Rediff.com21 Feb 2020

Called Herath, this was the first major Hindu festival being celebrated in the Valley after Jammu and Kashmir was changed into a Union territory last year.

PM inspects 29 antiquities repatriated by Australia

PM inspects 29 antiquities repatriated by Australia

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

As many as 29 antiquities, including on the themes of Lord Shiva and his disciples, Lord Vishnu and the Jain tradition, have been repatriated to India by Australia and Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inspected them, government sources said.

Among The Faithful

Among The Faithful

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 is more than just the largest gathering of humanity. It is a testament to faith and devotion.

'Artificial Shivalingam an act of sacrilege'

'Artificial Shivalingam an act of sacrilege'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2006

the Mahant said the entire Hindu community was in a state of shock over the media reports suggesting that this year the Shivalingam (phallic symbol of Lord Shiva) had been raised manually.

The legends of Ganesha you didn't know

The legends of Ganesha you didn't know

Rediff.com25 Aug 2017

Uttam Ghosh depicts the stories related to the life of the god of power and wisdom.

Mount Kailash to become accessible from India from September

Mount Kailash to become accessible from India from September

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

Officials said that the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has started the work on cutting the road from KMVN Huts in Nabhidhang in Pithoragarh district to Lipulekh pass on the India-China border, which will be completed by September.

Fadnavis orders probe into non-Hindus forcing way into Trimbakeshwar temple

Fadnavis orders probe into non-Hindus forcing way into Trimbakeshwar temple

Rediff.com16 May 2023

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday ordered the setting up of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) for a probe into the alleged attempt by a group of people from a different religion to force their way into the famous Trimbakeshwar temple in Nashik.

The Char Dham Quiz

The Char Dham Quiz

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Take our quiz to test your knowledge about the Char Dham Yatra of Uttarakhand.

PIX: Gracy Singh performs at Maha Kumbh

PIX: Gracy Singh performs at Maha Kumbh

Rediff.com28 May 2016

Check out the pictures.

Ganpati Bappa Morya! The Lord is back

Ganpati Bappa Morya! The Lord is back

Rediff.com13 Sep 2018

We bring you a sneak-peak of the action unveiling on the streets of Mumbai

'Anthropologically' gods don't belong to upper caste: JNU VC

'Anthropologically' gods don't belong to upper caste: JNU VC

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

The JNU VC said the "status of shudras given to women in Manusmriti" makes it extraordinarily regressive.

130 Dalit households in Bengal fight for their right to worship

130 Dalit households in Bengal fight for their right to worship

Rediff.com9 Mar 2025

A group of around 130 Dalit families in West Bengal's Purba Bardhaman district have been facing discrimination for centuries, being denied access to a local temple. The families, belonging to the traditional community of cobblers and weavers, have been ostracized and face economic hardship due to this caste-based practice. Despite recent attempts by the administration to resolve the issue, the situation remains tense and the families are left with few options.

The Story Behind Tilak Varma's Tattoos!

The Story Behind Tilak Varma's Tattoos!

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

A Mahadev tattoo on his bicep showing his devotion to Lord Shiva; a Ganesha tattoo on the forearm, and the sacred phrase Om Namah Shivay etched on his chest.

BJP ally opposes Kanwar Yatra rules for UP eateries

BJP ally opposes Kanwar Yatra rules for UP eateries

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

Chirag Paswan said he believes two classes of people -- rich and poor -- exist in the society and persons of different castes and religions fall in both categories.

9 Kanwariyas electrocuted to death in Bihar

9 Kanwariyas electrocuted to death in Bihar

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

As many as nine Kanwariyas died and several others were injured when their vehicle came in contact with a high-voltage overhead wire in Bihar's Hajipur.

Tension in T'gana town as atheist leader's aides, Ayyappa devotees clash

Tension in T'gana town as atheist leader's aides, Ayyappa devotees clash

Rediff.com5 Jan 2023

The police reached the spot and brought the situation under control.

Kejriwal narrates story of 'uneducated king' at AAP rally against Centre

Kejriwal narrates story of 'uneducated king' at AAP rally against Centre

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

He said it was a tale from a great country, where a child was born into an impoverished household in a small village and it was predicted by an astrologer that he will go on to become a king.

Ahead of LS poll results, Modi to meditate at Vivekananda Rock Memorial

Ahead of LS poll results, Modi to meditate at Vivekananda Rock Memorial

Rediff.com28 May 2024

The prime minister had gone on a similar meditation exercise in a Kedarnath cave after the 2019 poll campaign.