News for 'Sangam'

Review: Varthapadatha Valibar Sangam is boring

Review: Varthapadatha Valibar Sangam is boring

Rediff.com9 Sep 2013

The film gets repetitive after a point.

7 Stunning Sequences From Raj Kapoor Films

7 Stunning Sequences From Raj Kapoor Films

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Within his short lifespan of 63 years, Raj Kapoor left behind an incredible cinematic legacy. Dinesh Raheja continues celebrating Raj Kapoor's birth centenary by looking at seven sequences from his films that have defined Hindi cinema.

UP: 'Man-eater' wolves continue to attack, 8-yr-old injured

UP: 'Man-eater' wolves continue to attack, 8-yr-old injured

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

An eight-year-old boy was injured in a wolf attack while playing outside his home in the Mahsi tehsil in Bahraich, his family alleged on Friday.

Raj Kapoor's Sangam, now in Israel

Raj Kapoor's Sangam, now in Israel

Rediff.com19 Feb 2008

Indian residents in the Israeli town of Dimona are having fun playing Raj Kapoor and Vyajanthimala.

Despite HC order, IPS officer drives to Sangam in car

Despite HC order, IPS officer drives to Sangam in car

Rediff.com15 Feb 2013

An Indian Police Service officer on Friday found himself in the thick of controversy after he reached Sangam in his car despite the high court ruling that no vehicles other than those of police and ambulances be allowed to ply in the Kumbh Mela area on main bathing days.

It will be sangam of thoughts: Akhilesh on grand alliance

It will be sangam of thoughts: Akhilesh on grand alliance

Rediff.com30 Dec 2018

Asked whether the Congress will be a part of this confluence, he said, "I said that there will be sangam of people and thoughts. All answers are included in this."

Battle lines drawn for the Nadigar Sangam Elections

Battle lines drawn for the Nadigar Sangam Elections

Rediff.com5 Oct 2015

The elections were recently postponed.

IAF's air show in Chennai turns tragic, 5 spectators die

IAF's air show in Chennai turns tragic, 5 spectators die

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

Several persons fainted and emergency workers carried them in stretches and provided care in shelters. Over 30 people were rushed to nearby government hospitals with symptoms of dehydration.

SEE: Rafale, Tejas, Sukhoi dazzle crowds at Marina beach

SEE: Rafale, Tejas, Sukhoi dazzle crowds at Marina beach

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

A spectacular aerial display showcasing the prowess and manoeuvrability of the Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft over the iconic Marina sky captivated the hearts of Chennaiites who turned up in thousands on a sultry Sunday and witnessed the IAF's range of new aircraft including Rafale, roar in action.

Harivanshrai Bachchan's ashes immersed at Sangam

Harivanshrai Bachchan's ashes immersed at Sangam

Rediff.com24 Jan 2003

Thousands were on the banks as Amitabh immersed the ashes at Sangam, where the Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati meet.

Vyjayanthimala, Chiranjeevi Honoured

Vyjayanthimala, Chiranjeevi Honoured

Rediff.com10 May 2024

The stalwarts gets the Padma Vibhushan.

Narrow escape for Mehbooba Mufti as her car meets with accident

Narrow escape for Mehbooba Mufti as her car meets with accident

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Mufti's daughter Iltija Mufti, who is also the media advisor to the PDP president, confirmed that her mother is safe.

Look Who Modi Met!

Look Who Modi Met!

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met up with legendary actress Vyjayanthimala in Chennai, and shared pictures of their meeting.

Cop, Naxalite killed in encounter in Chhattsigarh's Kanker

Cop, Naxalite killed in encounter in Chhattsigarh's Kanker

Rediff.com3 Mar 2024

The gunfight occurred in a forest near Hidur village under Chhotebethiya police station limits, where a joint team of security personnel was out on an anti-Naxal operation, Inspector General of Police (Bastar Range) Sundarraj P said.

'There Is A Fear Of Disappearing'

'There Is A Fear Of Disappearing'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

'God can you get work, but once you get it, you have to do it with honesty and put your 100 percent into it.'

52-day Amarnath yatra ends, 5L pilgrims offer prayers

52-day Amarnath yatra ends, 5L pilgrims offer prayers

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

More than a dozen Mountain Rescue Teams assisted thousands of pilgrims during this year's Amarnath pilgrimage in the south Kashmir Himalayas, officials said on Monday, as the annual yatra concluded with more than 5.10 lakh pilgrims offering prayers at the cave shrine.

The Kashmir bat factory that stole Sachin's heart

The Kashmir bat factory that stole Sachin's heart

Rediff.com17 Feb 2024

Sachin visited bat-manufacturing unit in Kashmir, pleased with quality of willow

'It's A Difficult Road Ahead For Vijay'

'It's A Difficult Road Ahead For Vijay'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

'There was a time when a movie star could win an election just by stepping into politics. That era is over.'

21,000 Diyas Lit For 41 Tunnel Workers

21,000 Diyas Lit For 41 Tunnel Workers

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Devotees lit 21,000 lamps at Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar, November 27, 2023, as they prayed for the 41 Indians trapped in the Silkyara tunnel in Uttarkashi on Dev Deepawali.

ARIIA: A true sangam of Lakshmi and Saraswati

ARIIA: A true sangam of Lakshmi and Saraswati

Rediff.com5 Sep 2018

'If India has to emerge as the world's laboratory and a global innovation hub, the minds of our youngsters must get an opportunity to flourish.'

Will Sonia Gandhi take a dip at the Sangam?

Will Sonia Gandhi take a dip at the Sangam?

Rediff.com21 Jan 2007

Sonia's possible visit assumes significance as it comes ahead of the assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh.

When Lataji Didn't Sing For Raj Kapoor

When Lataji Didn't Sing For Raj Kapoor

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

'Hamara aur Rajsaab ka bahot gehra aur toot bandhan tha. Hum bahot ladte the (we used to fight a lot) but he could make me bend my rules for him.;

'I owe my career to Vijayakanth'

'I owe my career to Vijayakanth'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) founder-leader and actor Vijayakanth passed into the ages in Chennai, aged 71, after testing positive for COVID-19 on Thursday.

INDIA bloc will disintegrate 'khata khat' after June 4: Modi

INDIA bloc will disintegrate 'khata khat' after June 4: Modi

Rediff.com16 May 2024

Commenting that running a country is not a play for those born with a golden spoon, Modi said, "They have gone from Amethi and will go even from Rae Bareli."

CCI refuses to pass interim order restricting Google

CCI refuses to pass interim order restricting Google

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) on Wednesday declined an interim relief order that would restrain Google from levying service fees on app developers until a final decision is made by the regulator. The CCI also said the Director General (DG) would continue its investigation as ordered by the commission in its March 15 order. "The Commission is of the considered opinion that no case whatsoever has been made out by the informants which warrant the grant of interim relief. Resultantly, the applications stand dismissed," said the CCI while rejecting the plea by app developers in its order.

Longer working hours & low earnings: How India's gig workforce fares

Longer working hours & low earnings: How India's gig workforce fares

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Long working hours, earnings that fall short of meeting household expenses, arbitrary deactivation and blocking of identity (ID) by platforms, and high physical and mental stress are among the major issues plaguing workers of the booming gig economy in India, a report based on a survey has found. Nearly 83 per cent cab drivers reported working for more than 10 hours in a day, while 78 per cent delivery personnel worked for the same duration, showed the report released on Monday, titled "Prisoners on Wheels" and based on a survey by the University of Pennsylvania and the Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers (IFAT).

Nadigar Sangam Elections: Vishal leads his team to victory

Nadigar Sangam Elections: Vishal leads his team to victory

Rediff.com19 Oct 2015

The South Indian Film Artistes Association, also known as Nadigar Sangam, conducted its high-profile elections on Sunday, October 18.

When You Can Watch Akshay's OMG 2

When You Can Watch Akshay's OMG 2

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

After playing Lord Krishna in the first part, Akshay plays Lord Shiva in OMG 2.

Consecration at 12.20 pm on Jan 22, no darshan on 20-21

Consecration at 12.20 pm on Jan 22, no darshan on 20-21

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

General secretary of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Champat Rai on Monday announced that the idol of Lord Ram will be placed at its position at the 'garbh griha' of the temple on January 18 and Pran Pratishtha will take place at 12.20 pm on January 22.

Carnatic Music Goes From Raga To Rage

Carnatic Music Goes From Raga To Rage

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

They all seem to forget that the Music Academy is as much an independent institution as T M Krishna is an individual musician. In drawing those red lines for the Academy management, they do not even seem to recognise that they too have crossed a red line themselves, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Udhayanidhi reiterates: 'If Sanatan is destroyed...'

Udhayanidhi reiterates: 'If Sanatan is destroyed...'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

Amid a simmering controversy over his remarks against Sanatan Dharma, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam leader and Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin has once again justified his call stating that eliminating Sanatan will also lead to destroying untouchability.

Govinda's Top 10 Songs

Govinda's Top 10 Songs

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

On Govinda's 60th birthday on December 21, Subhash K Jha looks back at his top 10 songs.

'Beating Retreat': Military bands regale audience with India tunes

'Beating Retreat': Military bands regale audience with India tunes

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

From massed band's 'Shankhnaad' to Navy's lilting 'Mission Chandrayaan', mellifluous tunes reverberated across the Raisina Hill in the heart of Delhi as India's rich heritage and towering accomplishments were celebrated during the Beating Retreat ceremony on Monday.

TN's ancient link to Sengol, the sceptre to be installed in Parliament

TN's ancient link to Sengol, the sceptre to be installed in Parliament

Rediff.com24 May 2023

Following the Chola era tradition, the pontiff of the Thiruvaduthurai Aadeenam presented the sengol to the first Prime Minister of India Nehru signifying the transfer of power from the British to Indian hands.

'Dev Anand defined celluloid heroism'

'Dev Anand defined celluloid heroism'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

'He was a very generous co-star. And a very stylish man.'

Mysuru sculptor's Ram Lalla to be installed in Ayodhya mandir

Mysuru sculptor's Ram Lalla to be installed in Ayodhya mandir

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

A new idol of Ram Lalla sculpted by Mysuru-based Arun Yogiraj has been selected for installation at the Ram temple in Ayodhya, temple trust's general secretary Champat Rai said on Monday.

Maoist conspiracy case: NIA raids 62 places in Andhra, Telangana

Maoist conspiracy case: NIA raids 62 places in Andhra, Telangana

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday arrested a top Maoist leader as it carried out raids at 62 locations across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana in the Communist Party of India-Maoist conspiracy case, an official said.

How Dev Deepawali was Celebrated

How Dev Deepawali was Celebrated

Rediff.com20 Nov 2021

Dev Deepawali, also known as the festival of Kartik Poornima, was celebrated across India on November 18, 2021.

DCW chief's 'molestation': BJP seeks her suspension pending inquiry

DCW chief's 'molestation': BJP seeks her suspension pending inquiry

Rediff.com21 Jan 2023

The Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday sharpened its attack on Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) chief Swati Maliwal demanding her suspension by the Lieutenant Governor for a fair police probe of her alleged molestation charges.

Is Nirmalaji Praying For The Economy In Tirupati?

Is Nirmalaji Praying For The Economy In Tirupati?

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

What some of our leaders were up to on Wednesday, October 19.