News for 'Shankar'

Glam Up This Christmas Like Rakul, Sara, Deepika

Glam Up This Christmas Like Rakul, Sara, Deepika

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

Christmas colours -- red, green, and gold -- capture the festive spirit with timeless elegance.

14-year-old dominates National Games!

14-year-old dominates National Games!

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

Teenage sensation Dhinidhi Desinghu continued her impressive performance at the 38th National Games, winning her fifth gold medal as Karnataka dominated the swimming events.

SC orders release of YouTuber at once after TN revokes his detention

SC orders release of YouTuber at once after TN revokes his detention

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

The top court's order came after the Tamil Nadu government apprised it of the state having revoked his detention order following the opinion of an advisory board on the issue.

In Pix: Pandit Ravi Shankar's BEAUTIFUL life!

In Pix: Pandit Ravi Shankar's BEAUTIFUL life!

Rediff.com7 Apr 2020

A walk down memory lane with these amazing flashback pictures of the legendary sitar maestro, Pandit Ravi Shankar, as we celebrate his 100th birth anniversary today.

'When Your Tapasya Is Successful, You Feel Very Good'

'When Your Tapasya Is Successful, You Feel Very Good'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

It was a beautiful Monday for many film folk, as they were conferred with Padma Awards at the Rashtrapati Bhavan by President Droupadi Murmu.

Who Says India Is Friendless?

Who Says India Is Friendless?

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

The reality is that far from being friendless, India is better positioned in the world than at any point post-Cold War, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

Why Shankar Mahadevan Sang Maa At A Book Launch

Why Shankar Mahadevan Sang Maa At A Book Launch

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

A woman is never free, bound as she is by so many expectations. And the one that can destroy her -- just as much as it can make her -- can be summed up in just one word. Mother.

Why CSK are having one of their worst IPL campaigns...

Why CSK are having one of their worst IPL campaigns...

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

A distraught Mahendra Singh Dhoni expressed helplessness over Chennai Super Kings's extended poor run in the ongoing Indian Premier League, saying it's difficult for a team to get the desired result when four-five players lose form at the same time.

Govt names 51 leaders to visit 33 world capitals, drops 3 from Cong list

Govt names 51 leaders to visit 33 world capitals, drops 3 from Cong list

Rediff.com18 May 2025

The delegations led by Baijayant Panda, Ravi Shankar Prasad (both Bharatiya Janata Party), Sanjay Kumar Jha (Janata Dal-United), Shrikant Shinde (Shiv Sena), Shashi Tharoor (Congress), Kanimozhi (Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam) and Supriya Sule (Nationalist Congress Party-Sharad Pawar) will visit a total of 32 countries and the EU headquarters in Brussels, Belgium.

Emergency exit jammed, 4 employees charred to death in bus

Emergency exit jammed, 4 employees charred to death in bus

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

The vehicle was ferrying 12 employees of Vyoma Graphics from Warje to Hinjewadi at the time.

Neeraj to skip Asian Athletics C'ships, sprinter Kujur in squad

Neeraj to skip Asian Athletics C'ships, sprinter Kujur in squad

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

National record holder in women's javelin throw, Annu Rani would consider herself to be lucky to make it to the squad as she has been struggling for some time to reach the 60m mark.

BJP MP smells 'conspiracy' behind Maha Kumbh stampede

BJP MP smells 'conspiracy' behind Maha Kumbh stampede

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Prasad hit out at the Opposition, alleging that it starts getting upset the moment it hears "Kumbh" or "Sanatan".

Six Catches, Nine Drops!

Six Catches, Nine Drops!

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

While CSK dropped as many as five catches, a couple of them sitters, Punjab were not too far behind as they floored four chances.

Tharoor in diplomatic delegation: Cong accuses govt of playing politics

Tharoor in diplomatic delegation: Cong accuses govt of playing politics

Rediff.com17 May 2025

The opposition party's attack came after Shashi Tharoor, not part of the four leaders nominated by the Congress, was named as the head of a delegation to key partner countries to convey India's message of zero tolerance against terrorism following Operation Sindoor.

BJP asks Rahul Gandhi to explain 'frequent' Vietnam visits

BJP asks Rahul Gandhi to explain 'frequent' Vietnam visits

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

The BJP has launched a fresh attack on Rahul Gandhi, questioning his frequent visits to Vietnam. The party's leaders have accused him of spending more time in the Southeast Asian country than his constituency and have demanded an explanation for his "extraordinary fondness" for Vietnam. Gandhi's foreign trips have been a target of the BJP's criticism in the past, with the party portraying him as unserious and unfit for domestic politics.

A Beautiful Childhood Made From Shankar's Fairies

A Beautiful Childhood Made From Shankar's Fairies

Rediff.com24 Aug 2021

'My Nani passed away in January 2016 and the house belonged to her and my Nana.' 'After they passed away, the family decided to sell the house.' 'My mother's immediate response was that we have to make a film in this house before it was sold.'

Resurgent Mumbai Indians out for revenge against CSK

Resurgent Mumbai Indians out for revenge against CSK

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

Mumbai Indians have the upper hand given their current form despite having lost to CSK in their IPL season-opener in Chepauk.

Narine, Varun, Rana Expose CSK's Aging Core

Narine, Varun, Rana Expose CSK's Aging Core

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

Together, Harshit Rana's early strikes, Sunil Narine's clinical dismantling, and Varun Chakravarthy's suffocating spell reduced CSK to just 103 for 9-their lowest-ever total at home.

Can CSK break their losing streak against KKR?

Can CSK break their losing streak against KKR?

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

A struggling Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will be aiming to break their losing streak when they face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in a crucial Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday. CSK are currently ninth in the standings with one win and four losses, while KKR are in sixth position with two wins and three defeats. The home team will be hoping to turn around their fortunes at Chepauk, which has not been as advantageous this season as it has been in the past. CSK will need to adapt to the changed conditions and rely on their spinners to perform well at a venue where they have traditionally dominated. Meanwhile, KKR will be looking to bounce back from a narrow loss to the Lucknow Super Giants and secure a win to keep their playoff hopes alive.

As it is we are being accused of...: SC judge responds to attacks

As it is we are being accused of...: SC judge responds to attacks

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Justice Gavai's comment came while the apex court bench, also comprising Justice Augustine George Masih, was considering a fresh plea seeking an inquiry into the recent violence in West Bengal during anti-Waqf law protests.

Shankar to direct Ranveer!

Shankar to direct Ranveer!

Rediff.com14 Apr 2021

Ajay Devgn, NTR Jr, Ram Charan release the RRR poster. Pooja Hegde releases the Acharya poster...

Prayers offered at reopened temple in Sambhal

Prayers offered at reopened temple in Sambhal

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

Devotees thronged the Khaggu Sarai area in Sambhal on Tuesday to offer prayers to an idol of Lord Hanuman that was discovered in the Bhasma Shankar temple, reopened last week after being shut for 46 years.

IPL: Woeful and winless, CSK face plucky Punjab

IPL: Woeful and winless, CSK face plucky Punjab

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

With Mahendra Singh Dhoni being the same player and no one to "bell the cat", CSK are in unusual mess with a mis-firing top-order where the skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad has had to give up his opening slot.

Dhoni At 7: A Gamble Gone Wrong For CSK?

Dhoni At 7: A Gamble Gone Wrong For CSK?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

Despite Dhoni's brief fireworks, his inability to deliver a decisive finish raised critical questions about CSK's batting strategy.

Onus on CSK batters against LSG to end losing streak

Onus on CSK batters against LSG to end losing streak

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

Chennai Super Kings have never experienced a worse phase in the Indian Premier League and their faltering batters will have to deliver to arrest their steep slide in a must-win game against an upbeat Lucknow Super Giants in Lucknow on Monday.

ASI roped in for carbon dating of Sambhal temple; PAC jawans deployed

ASI roped in for carbon dating of Sambhal temple; PAC jawans deployed

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

The Bhasma Shankar temple in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, has reopened after being locked for 45 years following communal riots. The district administration has requested the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to conduct carbon dating of the temple, including a well on the premises. The temple is being guarded round the clock and worshippers have started visiting. The reopening of the temple has been met with gratitude from local residents, who have expressed their desire to reconnect with their heritage.

'Divine image appears' on potato, devotees throng Sambhal temple

'Divine image appears' on potato, devotees throng Sambhal temple

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

A potato with what is believed to be a divine image has appeared at the Tulsi Manas Temple in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, drawing devotees from near and far. The image is seen as a sign of the impending arrival of Lord Kalki, who is believed to be taking his incarnation in Sambhal. The appearance of the image has added to the celebrations of Holi, which falls on March 14th.

Shut post-riots, temple in Sambhal reopened after 46 years

Shut post-riots, temple in Sambhal reopened after 46 years

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

Local residents shared their memories of the temple, with many highlighting its importance as a religious site for the community.

J-K family loses fourth member in line of duty in Kathua encounter

J-K family loses fourth member in line of duty in Kathua encounter

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Balwinder Singh Chib, a police officer in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district, was killed in an encounter with Pakistani terrorists, continuing a legacy of sacrifice that spans three generations of his family. Chib's great-grandfather and uncle were also martyred in the line of duty, and his brother died during World War I. The family is venerated in their village for their history of patriotism and sacrifice.

'There's A Kind Of Beauty In India'

'There's A Kind Of Beauty In India'

Rediff.com16 May 2025

'In India no matter your lifestyle, you will end up doing the same things as everybody else.'

100-year-old freedom fighter among 30 unsung heroes awarded Padma Shri

100-year-old freedom fighter among 30 unsung heroes awarded Padma Shri

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

A 100-year-old freedom fighter from Goa, a Dhak player from West Bengal who trained 150 women in the male-dominated field, and India's first woman puppeteers are among 30 unsung heroes who were awarded Padma Shri on Republic Day. Libia Lobo Sardesai, who played an important role in Goa's freedom movement, cofounded an underground radio station -- 'Voz da Liberdabe (Voice of Freedom)' -- in a forested area in 1955 to rally people against the Portuguese rule. She has been awarded the Padma Shri by the President on the occasion of 76th Republic Day. Also among the awardees is Gokul Chandra Dey, a 57-year-old Dhak player from West Bengal who broke the gender stereotype by training 150 women in the male-dominated field. Dey also created a lightweight Dhak type, 1.5 kg less than the conventional instrument, and represented India at various international platforms and performed with Maestros like Pandit Ravi Shankar and Ustad Zakir Hussain. A vocal advocate of woman empowerment, 82-year-old Sally Holkar transformed once dying Maheshwari craft and founded Handloom school in Maheshwar, Madhya Pradesh, to give training in traditional weaving techniques. Born in America and Inspired by Rani Ahilyabai Holkar's legacy, she devoted five decades of her life to revitalise 300-year-old weaving legacy. She has also been awarded Padma Shri.

SC sets aside deletion of YouTube channel as bail condition

SC sets aside deletion of YouTube channel as bail condition

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

The Supreme Court on Friday termed as "unwarranted and extraneous" the Madras high court directive to YouTuber Felix Jerald to close down his channel as one of the bail conditions.

'Dhoni still going strong; not my role to end his career'

'Dhoni still going strong; not my role to end his career'

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

CSK head coach Stephen Fleming said Mahendra Singh Dhoni is 'still going strong' and putting an end to the former skipper's run in the IPL is not a role assigned to him.

Staines murder: SC asks Odisha to decide on remission plea of Dara Singh

Staines murder: SC asks Odisha to decide on remission plea of Dara Singh

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

The Supreme Court of India has directed the Odisha government to decide within six weeks on a plea for remission filed by Ravindra Pal alias Dara Singh, who is serving a life sentence for the murders of Australian missionary Graham Stuart Staines and his two sons in 1999. Singh, who has spent over 24 years in prison, claims to have "repented" his actions and seeks an opportunity to reform his character. The court issued the notice after Singh argued that he has already served more than the required period of sentence and that his right to liberty is being jeopardized by the delay in processing his plea.

Vikram's 10 Best Performances

Vikram's 10 Best Performances

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Divya Nair celebrates the actor's birthday by presenting the path-breaking films and performances that define his career.

Now, injury scare for Vijay Shankar

Now, injury scare for Vijay Shankar

Rediff.com20 Jun 2019

During Wednesday's training, a Jasprit Bumrah yorker hit Shankar flush on his toes.

In a first, 5,000 performers cover the entire Kartavya Path

In a first, 5,000 performers cover the entire Kartavya Path

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Over 5,000 folk and tribal artists from across India performed 45 dance forms during the 76th Republic Day celebrations. The 11-minute cultural performance, titled "Jayati Jaya Mamah Bharatam," was curated by the Sangeet Natak Academy and showcased the rich legacy of tribal and folk art forms. The choreography celebrated themes of "Viksit Bharat," "Virasat bhi Vikas bhi," and "Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat." The performance, which covered the entire Kartavya Path for the first time, highlighted youth power, artistic heritage, and women empowerment.

The Global Ambassador Of Indian Music

The Global Ambassador Of Indian Music

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

He was a formidable musician but seemed utterly human, a Peter Pan who wore his genius with deceptive lightness. Sandip Roy remembers Ustad Zakir Hussain.

Kuldeep vs Noor: Spin battle set to explode in Chennai

Kuldeep vs Noor: Spin battle set to explode in Chennai

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

The upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Delhi Capitals (DC) in Chennai promises a captivating battle between wrist spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Noor Ahmad. Both bowlers are known for their artistry and ability to control the middle overs.

Can CSK bounce back against struggling Royals?

Can CSK bounce back against struggling Royals?

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

Chennai Super Kings might feel more 'at home' against an equally clueless Rajasthan Royals on a slow turner expected to be on offer in their next IPL game in Guwahati.