News for 'Sita'

Ayodhya verdict: 1528 to 2019, a timeline of the case

Ayodhya verdict: 1528 to 2019, a timeline of the case

Rediff.com9 Nov 2019

Here is a timeline of the second-lengthiest case in the apex court history:

'They don't like women who are flamboyant about sexuality'

'They don't like women who are flamboyant about sexuality'

Rediff.com21 May 2012

'Even the stories of Sita or Draupadi, I look at them in a different manner. I wanted to reclaim them as women.' Meena Kandasamy, the young firebrand poet, discusses poetry, social injustice, men and society with Shobha Warrier.

Airlines go mobile to sell tickets

Airlines go mobile to sell tickets

Rediff.com29 Jun 2011

A recent survey indicates that mobile phones are set to become a significant sales channel for airlines. According to transport communications and IT solution provider SITA's airline IT trends survey released last week, almost nine out of 10 airlines are selling or planning to sell tickets through the mobile phone network by 2014.

Cases filed against lawyer who 'sued' Lord Rama

Cases filed against lawyer who 'sued' Lord Rama

Rediff.com2 Feb 2016

A lawyer who filed a case against Lord Rama has been charged with hurting Hindu sentiments.

We must give Vibhishan his due

We must give Vibhishan his due

Rediff.com11 Apr 2020

Vibhishan was a seeker of justice who risked it all to be on the side of truth, says Sudhir Bisht.

Now, Ramayana in 3D!

Now, Ramayana in 3D!

Rediff.com3 Sep 2010

Here's what your favourite celebrities have been up to.

Rituals begin in Ayodhya ahead of Ram Temple event

Rituals begin in Ayodhya ahead of Ram Temple event

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

Adityanath spent hours reviewing the arrangements for the ceremony at the Ram Janmabhoomi, where the temple will be constructed following the go-ahead last year by the Supreme Court.

Review: Mullassery Madhavankutty Nemom P O doesn't impress

Review: Mullassery Madhavankutty Nemom P O doesn't impress

Rediff.com13 Feb 2012

The film talks about small men dreaming big but doesn't fails to pull off the story.

Modi rakes up Ayodhya to hit out at rivals at Bihar rally

Modi rakes up Ayodhya to hit out at rivals at Bihar rally

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

Invoking the imagery of Goddess Sita and her father Janaka, the king of Mithila of which this north Bihar town became the capital later on, Modi said those who used to taunt the BJP over the delay in construction of Ram temple were now forced to applause.

'Our children have only hunger written in their destiny'

'Our children have only hunger written in their destiny'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2016

In villages in Palghar district -- in Mumbai's backyard -- more than 254 children have died from malnutrition.

Quiz of the day: Who was the first choice for Saajan?

Quiz of the day: Who was the first choice for Saajan?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2014

In a special series, we will put YOU to the test everyday!

MP: Eight people killed in stampede

MP: Eight people killed in stampede

Rediff.com27 Mar 2008

Eight persons were killed and 12 others seriously injured in a stampede in Ashok Nagar in Madhya Pradesh on Wednesday evening. According to the police sources, the incident occurred in the evening on the occasion of 'Rangpanchami' on the 'Sita' temple premises situated in Kareela.

Video: Kidnapping Aishwarya Rai

Video: Kidnapping Aishwarya Rai

Rediff.com3 Aug 2009

Padma Shri awardee and well known choreographer Astad Deboo speaks on shooting with Aishwarya and Abhishek for Raavan.

Quiz Time: What did Pran aspire to be before he became an actor?

Quiz Time: What did Pran aspire to be before he became an actor?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2015

In a special series, we will put YOU to the test everyday!

Superman of Malegaon is going places

Superman of Malegaon is going places

Rediff.com25 Jun 2010

Nearly two years since it was made, the witty, poignant and life-affirming documentary which has travelled to more than two dozen film festivals is getting a theatrical release.

Giving the Ramayana a pop culture avatar

Giving the Ramayana a pop culture avatar

Rediff.com3 Jun 2010

Sanjay Patel retraces his journey to Ramayana: Divine Loophole, his illustrated version of the ancient Indian epic, for Sandip Roy.

Slovakia midfielder Karhan ruled out of World Cup

Slovakia midfielder Karhan ruled out of World Cup

Rediff.com30 May 2010

Slovakia midfielder Miroslav Karhan was ruled out of the World Cup on Saturday after failing to recover from a hamstring problem, local news agency SITA reported.

'Something like Ramayan just happens once'

'Something like Ramayan just happens once'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2020

'Back then, being religious and devout was not a compulsion.' 'It was a voluntary and totally instinctive impulse.' 'So the impact of the Ramayan and the reverence it generated came from a place of complete sincerity.'

Court summons Harbhajan, Mona

Court summons Harbhajan, Mona

Rediff.com5 Feb 2009

Cricketer Harbhajan Singh, actor Mona Singh and an entertainment channel were on Thursday issued summons by a local court for allegedly hurting religious sentiments with their Ravana-Sita dance act in a reality show last year. The summons, returnable by April 22, were issued by First Class Judicial Magistrate Rajneesh on a petition filed by NGO activist and local advocate, Arvind Thakur, and spokesman of Vishwa Hindu Parishad, Vijay Singh.

Bihar court issues summons to Lord Hanuman

Bihar court issues summons to Lord Hanuman

Rediff.com17 Feb 2016

A court in Bihar has issued summons to Lord Hanuman to appear before it in an encroachment case.

From sister to saint: Mother Teresa's life in photos

From sister to saint: Mother Teresa's life in photos

Rediff.com4 Sep 2016

Here are some of the best photos of Mother Teresa's illustrious life.

Send your kids to school or end up behind bars: UP minister

Send your kids to school or end up behind bars: UP minister

Rediff.com9 Oct 2017

Om Prakash Rajbhar said the parents will be forced to sit in police stations for five days and will neither be given food nor water if they don't send their children to school.

Mahipal, the Unsung Superstar of Indian cinema

Mahipal, the Unsung Superstar of Indian cinema

Rediff.com22 Dec 2020

Mahipal, who has worked with actresses like Madhubala and Meena Kumari, established himself as a hero in the mythological genre.

Totally unacceptable: PM slams BJP MLA who hit official

Totally unacceptable: PM slams BJP MLA who hit official

Rediff.com2 Jul 2019

The Indore-3 legislator and son of senior party leader Kailash Vijayvargiya was recently jailed for thrashing the municipal officer, on an anti-encroachment drive, following a heated argument.

Tablighi attendees could face NSA, attempt to murder charges

Tablighi attendees could face NSA, attempt to murder charges

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

According to reports from the states, several congregation participants are yet to show up before authorities.

Kolkata flyover contractor now blames 'bomb blast', 5 officials detained

Kolkata flyover contractor now blames 'bomb blast', 5 officials detained

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

Showing a photograph of the mishap site published in a newspaper, she said that it looked like a site of bomb blast. There were various aspects which should be looked into.

'PM was so emotional'

'PM was so emotional'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

'He couldn't hold himself from chanting 'Siyavar Ramchandra ki Jai'.'

From BJS to BJP: The Road Travelled

From BJS to BJP: The Road Travelled

Rediff.com25 Jun 2020

'The BJP's constitution promises allegiance to India's secularism and socialism.' 'This is the oath that it makes all its members sign,' observes Aakar Patel.

'Fanaticism is not Hinduism'

'Fanaticism is not Hinduism'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2018

'Hinduism is the mother of all religions; communal hatred should not be spread in its name.'

First Look: Soha Ali Khan's 99

First Look: Soha Ali Khan's 99

Rediff.com2 Sep 2008

People Pictures launched their new film with an unusual name, 99, on September 1.

Girl, rescued from a borewell, discharged

Girl, rescued from a borewell, discharged

Rediff.com31 Mar 2008

Twenty-six-month-old Vandana, who was rescued 27 hours after she fell into a 45-feet deep borewell on Tuesday, was discharged from the emergency ward of a hospital in Agra on Monday. The girl had fallen into the borewell in Hulaspur village while playing with her father and was rescued by the Army, with the help of the district administration, in a delicate operation. Vandana was accompanied by her parents Bengali Babu Kushwaha and Mamta.

The A to Z food guide

The A to Z food guide

Rediff.com16 Sep 2004

Now you know what to eat and what not to.

Centre gives its nod for 8 new tiger reserves

Centre gives its nod for 8 new tiger reserves

Rediff.com22 Aug 2007

The tiger reserves will be located across 7 states.

The Punjab results: The Winners

The Punjab results: The Winners

Rediff.com27 Feb 2007

Here is the list of constituencies where results have been announced.

Ayodhya case: Nirmohi Akhara demands entire 2.77 acre land

Ayodhya case: Nirmohi Akhara demands entire 2.77 acre land

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

The Akhara counsel told the apex court that their suit was basically for belongings, possession and management rights.

Mapping an obsession

Mapping an obsession

Rediff.com15 Oct 2007

Inder Sharma, who ran Sita Travels, now runs after antique maps of India.

Now, a special spiritual zone for Lord Ram

Now, a special spiritual zone for Lord Ram

Rediff.com3 Oct 2007

Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan is likely to make an announcement in this regard on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti.

Now, a special zone for Lord Ram

Now, a special zone for Lord Ram

Rediff.com2 Oct 2007

"The special spiritual zone will be created in Chitrakuta to build infrastructure through private-public partnership for pilgrims.

Review: Sundarakanda

Review: Sundarakanda

Rediff.com8 Feb 2008

Don't waste your time if you are not a Bapu enthusiast. Sundarakanda is not very interesting and out of sync with today's times.

PM performs 'bhoomi pujan' for Ram temple in Ayodhya

PM performs 'bhoomi pujan' for Ram temple in Ayodhya

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

The event brings to fruition the Bharatiya Janata Party's 'mandir' movement that defined its politics for three decades and took it to the heights of power.