News for 'Shiva'

25 years of RGV's Shiva

25 years of RGV's Shiva

Rediff.com9 Oct 2014

A digitally re-mastered print of Shiva will shortly be re-released in theatres in November.

Siddique murder: Late-night calls by 4 friends help arrest main shooter

Siddique murder: Late-night calls by 4 friends help arrest main shooter

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

The Mumbai Crime Branch and the Uttar Pradesh police Special Task Force arrested Gautam along with Anurag Kashyap, Gyan Prakash Tripathi, Akash Srivastava and Akhilendra Pratap Singh on Sunday in Uttar Pradesh's Nanpara area, near the Nepal border.

Asian C'ships: Shiva assured of medal; Hussamuddin ousted

Asian C'ships: Shiva assured of medal; Hussamuddin ousted

Rediff.com25 May 2021

In another disappointment for India, Iran's Meysam Gheslaghi defeated Sumit Sangwan in the men's light heavyweight (81kg) division in a late Monday night bout.

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.

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.

Baba Siddique murder: Celebs in crosshairs of underworld

Baba Siddique murder: Celebs in crosshairs of underworld

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Here are some instances of celebrities coming in the crosshairs of the underworld with cases of extortion, threats and even a killing.

Dev Deepavali: A Night When The Ganga Glows

Dev Deepavali: A Night When The Ganga Glows

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

Visiting Varanasi for Dev Deepavali should be on your bucket list.

Asian Championship: Shiva Keshavan bags silver

Asian Championship: Shiva Keshavan bags silver

Rediff.com27 Dec 2015

Seasoned Indian luger Shiva Keshavan on Sunday won a silver medal at the Asian Championship which concluded in Nagano, Japan.

Plea claims mosque in UP's Badaun is site of Shiva temple

Plea claims mosque in UP's Badaun is site of Shiva temple

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

Civil judge (senior division) Vijay Gupta took up the matter on Friday and directed the Intezamia Committee managing the Shamsi Jama Masjid to present its side on September 15, when the court will next hear the matter.

Strandja Memorial Boxing: Nikhat, Shiva in quarters

Strandja Memorial Boxing: Nikhat, Shiva in quarters

Rediff.com22 Jan 2020

Zareen won the bout after local favourite and former champion Sevda Asenova abandoned the contest during the opening round.

Property at core of Mewar royal family dispute

Property at core of Mewar royal family dispute

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

A dispute over property and the right to succeed the titular head of the Mewar royal family in Udaipur, Rajasthan, has escalated into a major controversy. Vishvaraj Singh Mewar, a BJP MLA and the newly appointed titular head, was denied entry to the city palace and Eklingnathji temple by his uncle Arvind Singh Mewar and his son Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar. The incident sparked violent protests and the district administration has appointed a receiver to manage the controversial portion of the city palace where the 'Dhuni' (sacred fire) is located. This dispute raises questions about the future of the Mewar family's legacy and its historical traditions.

Paralympics: Shooter Narwal wins silver in 10m air pistol

Paralympics: Shooter Narwal wins silver in 10m air pistol

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Manish Narwal claimed the silver in the men's 10m air pistol (SH1) event at the Paris Paralympics on Friday.

Bollywood's FIRE POWER

Bollywood's FIRE POWER

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Bollywood doesn't need fire-breathing dragons when it has Bhai.

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.

Will Vicky Do Justice To Chhava?

Will Vicky Do Justice To Chhava?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

Ishaan P Zore doesn't think Vicky Kaushal's persona quite matches Chhatrapati Sambhaji's iconic figure.

Boxing at CWG: Nikhat, Sagar storm into quarters; Shiva crashes out

Boxing at CWG: Nikhat, Sagar storm into quarters; Shiva crashes out

Rediff.com1 Aug 2022

Zareen was no match for her young opponent as she dominated the bout from start to finish

'You are not Hindu': In maiden speech as LoP, Rahul stings BJP

'You are not Hindu': In maiden speech as LoP, Rahul stings BJP

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi launched a no-holds-barred attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party in the Lok Sabha on Monday, saying the leaders of the ruling party are not Hindus as they engage in "violence and hate" round the clock, drawing massive protests from the treasury benches, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi accusing the Congress leader of calling the entire Hindu community violent.

Fun, FUN Bollywood Quiz

Fun, FUN Bollywood Quiz

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

Like Abhimanyu, India trapped in BJP's 'chakravyuh': Rahul

Like Abhimanyu, India trapped in BJP's 'chakravyuh': Rahul

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

Using the Mahabharat reference as a leitmotif, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Monday claimed that an atmosphere of fear prevails all around with a group of six trapping the entire country in a 'chakravyuh' he promised would be broken by the INDIA bloc.

'It was to ensure...': UP govt defends kanwar yatra directive in SC

'It was to ensure...': UP govt defends kanwar yatra directive in SC

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

The Uttar Pradesh government on Friday defended its directive requiring eateries along the kanwar yatra route to display the names of their owners and staff, saying the idea was to bring in transparency, avoid 'potential confusion' and ensure a peaceful yatra.

Train seat turned into Shiva temple one-time affair: Railways

Train seat turned into Shiva temple one-time affair: Railways

Rediff.com17 Feb 2020

In a first, seat number 64 of coach B5 in the Kashi-Mahakal Express, that connects three Jyotirlingas in two states, had been turned into a mini-temple devoted to Lord Shiva.

Rahul's remarks in LS on Hindus, Modi expunged amid row

Rahul's remarks in LS on Hindus, Modi expunged amid row

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

Holding up pictures of Lord Shiva, Guru Nanak, and Jesus Christ, he referred to Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, Christianity, Buddhism and Jainism to underline the importance of fearlessness. He also cited the attributes of Lord Shiva and teachings of Guru Nanak, Jesus Christ, Buddha, and Mahavir to state that all religions and great people of the country have said "daro mat, darao mat (do not be scared, do not scare others)".

President Comforts Emotional Manasi Parekh

President Comforts Emotional Manasi Parekh

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The actress got emotional as she accepts the award for Best Actress for her Gujarati film, Kutch Express.

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.

Meet 'THE BOSS!!!!'

Meet 'THE BOSS!!!!'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

Amitabh Bachchan's look in the intriguing teaser of Kalki 2898 AD has left everyone impressed, including his son Abhishek Bachchan.

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.

How Government Is Making Use Of AI

How Government Is Making Use Of AI

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

The National Informatics Centre uses AI to automate document analysis and detect fraud in government departments.

Asian Championship: Shiva in final, Vikas settles for bronze

Asian Championship: Shiva in final, Vikas settles for bronze

Rediff.com5 May 2017

Fourth seed Shiva Thapa (60kg) stunned Olympic bronze-medallist and top seed Dorjnyambuug Otgondalai of Mongolia to enter the Asian Boxing Championships final, in Tashkent, on Friday.

Will Kangana Be A Hit in Mandi?

Will Kangana Be A Hit in Mandi?

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

Movie star Kangana Ranaut is campaigning vigorously in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, for the Lok Sabha election.

Asian Boxing C'ships: Shiva, Sumit enter quarters

Asian Boxing C'ships: Shiva, Sumit enter quarters

Rediff.com2 May 2017

Shiva, a World Championships bronze-medallist and a two-time medallist at the Asian meet, edged past Kyrgyzstan's Omurbek Malabekov in a split verdict to make the last-eight stage, where he will face Chinese Taipei's Chu-En Lai in the quarterfinals on Wednesday.

The way Shiva and Parvati wed

The way Shiva and Parvati wed

Rediff.com23 Feb 2017

As Geetanjali Krishna treks up to the Spartan temple of Triyuginarayan in Rudraprayag, she can't help but wonder about the excesses of Indian weddings.

Hindu outfit removes Sai Baba statues from Varanasi temples

Hindu outfit removes Sai Baba statues from Varanasi temples

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Rammu Guru, the head priest of the temple, said, "Sai Baba was being worshiped without proper knowledge, which is forbidden according to scriptures."

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.

Kedarnath Temple Opens On Akshaya Tritiya

Kedarnath Temple Opens On Akshaya Tritiya

Rediff.com10 May 2024

The Kedarnath temple in the Garhwal Himalayas opened for devotees on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya after remaining closed during the winter.

Chandrayaan-3 touchdown point to be called 'Shiva Shakti': Modi at ISRO

Chandrayaan-3 touchdown point to be called 'Shiva Shakti': Modi at ISRO

Rediff.com26 Aug 2023

August 23, the day the Chandrayaan-3 lander touched down on the lunar surface, would be celebrated as 'National Space Day'.

How Lord Shiva sustains the environment

How Lord Shiva sustains the environment

Rediff.com7 Jan 2016

'My aim is that the message from our ancient texts reach the younger generation of Indians.' 'The trouble is that our literature is in Sanskrit and scientists don't know the language. And the people who know Sanskrit they don't know science.'

SC extends stay on kanwar route eatery order by MP, UP U'khand

SC extends stay on kanwar route eatery order by MP, UP U'khand

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

The Opposition had dubbed the directives issued by the three states as divisive and discriminatory against Muslims, and the apex court's order effectively ensured that the Yatra was held without their orders being enforced.

Now shop owners in MP's Ujjain asked to display names

Now shop owners in MP's Ujjain asked to display names

Rediff.com21 Jul 2024

Violators will have to pay a Rs 2,000 fine for the first offence and Rs 5,000 if they defy this order for the second time, Ujjain Mayor Mukesh Tatwal said on Saturday.

Ghaziabad: Ruckus after car hits kanwariyas, security beefed up

Ghaziabad: Ruckus after car hits kanwariyas, security beefed up

Rediff.com28 Jul 2024

Police have intensified security in some areas of Ghaziabad district and imposed more traffic curbs after a car allegedly hit some kanwariyas in Muradnagar, who then thrashed the driver and vandalised the vehicle, an official said on Sunday.

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.