News for 'Padma'

Fali Sam Nariman: Indian judiciary's 'Bhishma Pitamah' who minced no words

Fali Sam Nariman: Indian judiciary's 'Bhishma Pitamah' who minced no words

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

Away from the courtroom and legal circles, Nariman was a familiar figure for residents of Hauz Khas who would see him walk regularly, even in the cold winter months of December and January.

Why Deepa Mehta may not call Padma Lakshmi

Why Deepa Mehta may not call Padma Lakshmi

Rediff.com3 Sep 2009

The director's close friendship with model/actress' former husband, writer Salman Rushdie may be just the reason.

Amitbhai Is Ready For Battle!

Amitbhai Is Ready For Battle!

Rediff.com20 Apr 2024

Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leaders Amit A Shah, Shivraj Singh Chouhan and G Kishan Reddy filed nomination papers for the Lok Sabha elections on Friday, April 19, 2024.

WWE star Khali in fray for Padma award?

WWE star Khali in fray for Padma award?

Rediff.com5 Oct 2008

Khali, who hails from Dhiraina village of Sirmour district of the state, shot into fame with his performances in US' popular wrestling events -- World Wrestling Entertainment. The one-time World Heavyweight Champion was honoured by the state government during his widely-publicised visit to the country in May this year.

Padma Lakshmi holidays in Goa

Padma Lakshmi holidays in Goa

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

A look at the top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

'He was a beacon of Indian music'

'He was a beacon of Indian music'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

Renowned ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas, whose velvet smooth voice gave expression to the many colours of love, longing and heartache in songs such as Chitthi Ayee Hai and Aur Ahista Kijiye Baatein, died in Mumbai on Monday, February 26, 2024, after a prolonged illness.

How Padma Lakshmi balances burgers and her bod!

How Padma Lakshmi balances burgers and her bod!

Rediff.com26 Feb 2009

With Padma Lakshmi's svelte figure, it would be difficult to imagine that she loves food. But she balances both well.

Manipuri director returns Padma Shri to protest Citizenship Bill

Manipuri director returns Padma Shri to protest Citizenship Bill

Rediff.com3 Feb 2019

He said the plea of the Northeast people to not let the bill pass was not being heard by the Centre.

Ramoji Rao, The Telugu Colossus

Ramoji Rao, The Telugu Colossus

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Ramoji Rao lived as the interface between business and politics and was an active participant in both for most of his remarkable life.

I'm returning my Khel Ratna and Arjuna Award: Vinesh Phogat

I'm returning my Khel Ratna and Arjuna Award: Vinesh Phogat

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

Vinesh Phogat returned her Khel Ratna and Arjuna Award to the government protesting against the election of Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh-loyalist Sanjay Singh.

WFI crisis deepens: IOA urged to take control

WFI crisis deepens: IOA urged to take control

Rediff.com24 Dec 2023

Sports Ministry requests IOA to constitute ad-hoc committee to manage WFI affairs

SRK, Rajamouli Among Time's 100 Most Influential

SRK, Rajamouli Among Time's 100 Most Influential

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

Shah Rukh Khan, SS Rajamouli, Salman Rushdie and Padma Lakshmi are among the World's 100 Most Influential People of 2023, Time magazine announced.

Padma awards shocker: Lata nominated sister, Ustad Amjad Ali his sons

Padma awards shocker: Lata nominated sister, Ustad Amjad Ali his sons

Rediff.com9 Nov 2013

The list of recommendations for this year's Padma awards shows that some people had suggested multiple candidates while others had pushed for their relatives and friends for the coveted civil honours, a Right To Information reply revealed.

What Amritpal Singh's Victory Means For India

What Amritpal Singh's Victory Means For India

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

'The victory is an expression of agrarian distress and social turmoil.'

'The lessons have stayed...': Sachin remembers coach

'The lessons have stayed...': Sachin remembers coach

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

Sachin Tendulkar fondly remembered his childhood coach, Ramakant Achrekar

It felt great to get Padma award, says Chatwal

It felt great to get Padma award, says Chatwal

Rediff.com8 Apr 2010

New York businessman Sant Singh Chatwal received his Padma award from President Pratibha Patil at a colourful ceremony in Rashtrapati Bhavan. Chatwal's name was read out after 19 distinguished figures had been conferred the Padma awards.

Shooting: 'Nobody knows who will go for Olympics'

Shooting: 'Nobody knows who will go for Olympics'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

Legendary pistol marksman Jaspal Rana has expressed grave concerns over the delay in naming the Indian shooting contingent for the Paris Olympics.

President to give away Padma awards on March 31

President to give away Padma awards on March 31

Rediff.com13 Mar 2010

President of India Pratibha Patil will be conferring the Padma Awards to the selected recipients on March 31 at a function in Rashtrapati Bhavan -- a senior official from the president's office confirmed this.

Didn't recommend ex-militant's name for Padma: JK

Didn't recommend ex-militant's name for Padma: JK

Rediff.com2 Feb 2010

The Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday sought to distance itself from the controversy about the Centre's decision to award the Padma Shri to Ghulam Mohammed Mir, a former militant.As a controversy raged over the selection of a former militant for the prestigious award, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said, "I am not aware of the state government making any recommendations. There is unfortunately a lot of controversy over this year's award".

Shankar Mahadevan lauds RSS role for preserving 'Akhand Bharat' ideology

Shankar Mahadevan lauds RSS role for preserving 'Akhand Bharat' ideology

Rediff.com24 Oct 2023

Mahadevan said after he got the invitation to attend the RSS event as the chief guest, he received congratulatory calls from many people, a gesture which he found deeply touching.

Disquiet Over Agnipath In Military Village

Disquiet Over Agnipath In Military Village

Rediff.com28 May 2024

'There is uncertainty regarding job opportunities for our children after they serve for just four years under the Agnipath scheme.'

WFI drama: Legal showdown brewing over suspension

WFI drama: Legal showdown brewing over suspension

Rediff.com24 Dec 2023

Sakshi Malik, one of the prominent faces of the agitation against former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, welcomed the WFI's suspension.

Padma awards' ceremony to be reunion of friends

Padma awards' ceremony to be reunion of friends

Rediff.com27 Jan 2007

Dr Raja Chelliah, who has been given a Padma Vibhushan is another old friend of Manmohan Singh. He was Singh's single most important adviser on tax reform when he became finance minister in 1991.

Ali Fazal, Padma Laxmi, Gal Gadot at Oscars party

Ali Fazal, Padma Laxmi, Gal Gadot at Oscars party

Rediff.com6 Mar 2018

It's party night in Hollywood!

Kangana's New Role: 'Mandi Ki Sansad'

Kangana's New Role: 'Mandi Ki Sansad'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

On Tuesday, when trends indicated she was going to win her election, the four-time National Award winner said, 'Heartfelt gratitude to all the people of Mandi for this love and trust... This victory belongs to all of you, this is the victory of your trust in Prime Minister Modi and the BJP, this is the victory of Sanatan and in the honour of Mandi.'

In The Times Of Usha Mehta And Savarkar

In The Times Of Usha Mehta And Savarkar

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

As Ae Watan Mere Watan and Swatantra Veer Savarkar release this week, Utkarsh Mishra takes us down history and reminds us about India's freedom struggle.

WFI office moved out of Brij Bhushan's home

WFI office moved out of Brij Bhushan's home

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

The ministry, while suspending the newly-formed WFI panel under president Sanjay Singh on December 24, three days after he was elected its head, had cited the office running from Brij Bhushan's residence as one of the reasons for taking the stringent action.

India Inc adds star power to list of Padma nominee

India Inc adds star power to list of Padma nominee

Rediff.com24 Jan 2011

The committee is considering 1,300 names for this year's awards from which it is likely to select 120.

Padma Lakshmi has a message for Trump. Who's listening?

Padma Lakshmi has a message for Trump. Who's listening?

Rediff.com17 Jun 2018

The Top Chef star wrote a lengthy post about her childhood and her family's journey to the United States.

Kim vs Padma Lakshmi: Who's the hottest March covergirl?

Kim vs Padma Lakshmi: Who's the hottest March covergirl?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2018

Is Kim's daring debut any match for Padmalakshmi or Vaani Kapoor?

President Murmu confers Bharat Ratna on BJP veteran LK Advani

President Murmu confers Bharat Ratna on BJP veteran LK Advani

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

The ceremony was attended by Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah and the family members of Advani, the Rashtrapati Bhavan said in a post on X.

'The Songs Have Already Become A Craze'

'The Songs Have Already Become A Craze'

Rediff.com7 May 2024

'When it was confirmed that I would do the song, Manishaji walked up to me and asked, "Please Vijayshree, tell me how are you planning to do the song. Give me a rough idea so that I am mentally prepared".'

Sports Ministry warns of legal action against WFI chief Singh

Sports Ministry warns of legal action against WFI chief Singh

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

The Sports Ministry warned of legal action against suspended Wrestling Federation of India president Sanjay Singh for making 'absolutely baseless and mischievous' claims.

Padma Lakshmi sizzles in a bikini!

Padma Lakshmi sizzles in a bikini!

Rediff.com14 Aug 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Padma Lakshmi to visit India as UN envoy

Padma Lakshmi to visit India as UN envoy

Rediff.com22 Sep 2004

Lakshmi is hoping to kick off her new job by filming a documentary in India.

What garments, jewellery was Ram Lalla wearing?

What garments, jewellery was Ram Lalla wearing?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

The ornaments for the Ram Lalla idol consecrated at the grand Ayodhya temple have been prepared after an extensive research and study of texts such as the Adhyatma Ramayana, Valmiki Ramayana, Ramcharitmanas and the Alavandar Stotram, according to the temple trust.

Gurcharan Singh: 'The selfless servant of cricket'

Gurcharan Singh: 'The selfless servant of cricket'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

Gurcharan Singh, who has coached hundreds of first class cricketers and many international players, was bestowed with the Padma Shri by President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday, March 22, 2023.

Punjabi author returns Padma Shri over 'growing intolerance'

Punjabi author returns Padma Shri over 'growing intolerance'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2015

Eminent Punjabi writer and Padma Shri winner Dalip Kaur Tiwana decided to return her award protesting "recurrent atrocities" on Muslims in the country, as another Kannada writer joined authors giving up their Sahitya Akademi Awards against "growing intolerance".

A much-deserved Padma for Pallonji Mistry

A much-deserved Padma for Pallonji Mistry

Rediff.com26 Jan 2016

With a net worth of $12.6 billion, Mistry is well known for constructing some of Mumbai's landmarks such as the Reserve Bank of India headquarters, The Taj Mahal Palace and Towers, and the Oberoi Hotels