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The Divine Architecture of Ayodhya

The Divine Architecture of Ayodhya

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Stunning glimpses of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya as seen from the first floor.

Chiranjeevi Undergoes Shoulder Surgery; 'Recovering Well'

Chiranjeevi Undergoes Shoulder Surgery; 'Recovering Well'

Rediff.com3 days ago

Chiranjeevi updates that he is 'recovering well and already getting back to my routine'.

Why Is Priyanka Chopra Carrying A Treasure Chest?

Why Is Priyanka Chopra Carrying A Treasure Chest?

Rediff.com1 days ago

Priyanka Chopra mounts her status as an icon and legend with her recent look and we can't stop staring.

The Woman Behind The Fiery Theyyam Picture

The Woman Behind The Fiery Theyyam Picture

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Chennai-based photographer Ramya Sriram explains how she captured the fiery and hypnotic Theyyam image that won her the National Geographic India Contest

Gaurav Gupta Dazzles On Parisian Stage

Gaurav Gupta Dazzles On Parisian Stage

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Gaurav Gupta's Paris Couture Week 2026 show was dramatic, emotional, and deeply personal.

6 Movies To Watch This Maha Shivratri

6 Movies To Watch This Maha Shivratri

Rediff.com6 days ago

Namrata Thakker picks 6 cine ways to celebrate Maha Shivratri.

How India Celebrates Mahashivratri

How India Celebrates Mahashivratri

Rediff.com5 days ago

Maha Shivratri, one of India's most revered Hindu festivals, is dedicated to Lord Shiva and celebrated with deep devotion across the country.

FIR Filed Against Ranveer Singh For Insulting Chavundi Daiva

FIR Filed Against Ranveer Singh For Insulting Chavundi Daiva

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

The complainant stated that Ranveer Singh, while present on stage and in the presence of the lead actor of Kantara: Chapter-1, allegedly performed acts that mocked and insulted the sacred Bhoota Kola tradition practiced in coastal Karnataka.

T20 World Cup: Indian Fans Carry Celebrations Home At Airport

T20 World Cup: Indian Fans Carry Celebrations Home At Airport

Rediff.com3 days ago

From tears in the stands to songs in the airport, the India-Pakistan rivalry delivered agony and ecstasy in equal measure.

Twins For Ram Charan, Upasana Konidela

Twins For Ram Charan, Upasana Konidela

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

'Having two daughters and a son fills us with immense gratitude.'

'Let's Wait For Arijit Singh To Rise In The Way He Wants To'

'Let's Wait For Arijit Singh To Rise In The Way He Wants To'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

'In future, if Arijit Singh decides to enter the field of playback singing again, nobody should ever question him or ask why he has returned after retiring.'

The Story Behind World's Longest Sari

The Story Behind World's Longest Sari

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Supreet Singh, filmmaker and co-founder of Red Dot Foundation, explains how the 4km long Infinite Saree is a larger campaign against all forms of sexual abuse, including marital rape.

6 Special Foods For Goddess Saraswati

6 Special Foods For Goddess Saraswati

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

On the eve of Saraswati Puja, devotees traditionally prepare a yellow-coloured prasad for the Goddess of Knowledge. The offering can vary from Kolkata's Bhoger Khichuri to Motichoor Ladoos -- each region having their own sacred bhog, but always something yellow, the goddess' fave rang.

Vande Mataram Gets A 2.0 Version

Vande Mataram Gets A 2.0 Version

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

'It took 22 working days for us to complete the song.'

The Film That's Giving Dhurandhar Competition

The Film That's Giving Dhurandhar Competition

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

'People are watching Gujarati films along with these huge films. I still can't process it.'

AI, a divine wish-fulfilling cow of our age: Mukesh Ambani

AI, a divine wish-fulfilling cow of our age: Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Breakthroughs in Artificial Intelligence and allied deep technologies are boosting productivity, efficiency and human potential to unimaginable levels, Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani said on Friday describing the "miraculous power" of AI as new 'kamdhenu', the divine wish-fulfilling cow.

Trust In The Divine: 9 Countries With The Most Believers

Trust In The Divine: 9 Countries With The Most Believers

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Statista's data has revealed that a strong majority of individuals across the world believe in a higher power.

The Countdown Begins: The Spectacular Colours Of 2026

The Countdown Begins: The Spectacular Colours Of 2026

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

What are the colours in store for us next year? What will be Pantone's Colour of 2026?

Why RSS Must Choose Bharatiyata Over Hindutva

Why RSS Must Choose Bharatiyata Over Hindutva

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

The future of India will be shaped and decided by the choices the RSS makes now, argues Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Parineeti Names Her Son...

Parineeti Names Her Son...

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chaddha have announced their son's name on social media.

Ram Janmabhoomi leader and BJP ex-MP Ram Vilas Vedanti dies at 67

Ram Janmabhoomi leader and BJP ex-MP Ram Vilas Vedanti dies at 67

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

Ram Vilas Vedanti, a prominent leader in the Ram Janmabhoomi movement and former Bharatiya Janata Party MP, died of a heart attack at the age of 67 in Rewa, Madhya Pradesh. His last rites will be performed in Ayodhya.

How RBI Governor Fared In The First Year

How RBI Governor Fared In The First Year

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Sanjay Malhotra has made structural changes to banking regulation to bring down costs and increase efficiency. Plus, he kicked off a benign interest regime. But there are challenges ahead.

From mayhem to magic: How Messi changed lives in Kolkata

From mayhem to magic: How Messi changed lives in Kolkata

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Lionel Messi's GOAT Tour began amid chaos and vandalism at the Salt Lake Stadium, but for former India players Dipendu Biswas and Syed Rahim Nabi, it still turned into the moment of a lifetime in Kolkata on Saturday.

6 Nations That Drink The Most

6 Nations That Drink The Most

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

Across the globe, drinking habits paint a fascinating picture. Which countries have the highest consumption of alcohol?

Gautam Gambhir Seeks Blessings at Kalighat Temple

Gautam Gambhir Seeks Blessings at Kalighat Temple

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

Ahead of India's opening Test against South Africa, head coach Gautam Gambhir made a spiritual stop at Kolkata's iconic Kalighat Mandir, seeking blessings before the start of the two-match series.

'Grammy's Coming Home This Year'

'Grammy's Coming Home This Year'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Composer Sidhant Bhatia, singer Raja Kumari, singer-producer Raghav Mehta and mixing engineer Deepak PA talk about Sounds of Kumbha, which is shortlisted for the Grammys in the Best Global Music Album category.

Former Pak spy chief Faiz Hameed jailed for 14 years

Former Pak spy chief Faiz Hameed jailed for 14 years

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Pakistan's former spy chief Faiz Hameed has been sentenced to 14 years in jail by a military court after being found guilty of violating the Official Secrets Act and engaging in political activities. This marks the first time a former ISI chief has been convicted.

December's Blockbuster Theatre Line-Up

December's Blockbuster Theatre Line-Up

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

The year will close on a blockbuster note, if December's theatre line-up is any indication. Be it Bollywood, Hollywood or south, there are many biggies ready for release.

Modi to hoist saffron flag at Ayodhya's Ram temple on Tuesday

Modi to hoist saffron flag at Ayodhya's Ram temple on Tuesday

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

The flag will rise atop a 'shikhar' constructed in the traditional North Indian Nagara architectural style, while the surrounding 800-metre Parkota, a circumambulatory enclosure built around the temple, designed in the South Indian architectural tradition, showcases the temple's architectural diversity, it said.

Modi to hoist saffron flag at Ram Temple in Ayodhya today

Modi to hoist saffron flag at Ram Temple in Ayodhya today

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Ayodhya resonated with devotional fervour on Tuesday morning as thousands of devotees streamed into the temple town ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to ceremonially hoist a saffron flag atop the Ram temple, marking the formal completion of its construction.

SKY's toss woes leave everyone in splits at MCG

SKY's toss woes leave everyone in splits at MCG

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

On Friday, in the second T20I against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Suryakumar Yadav lost yet another toss as Mitchell Marsh called correctly and opted to bowl first.

Modi, Bhagwat hoist saffron flag atop Ayodhya Temple

Modi, Bhagwat hoist saffron flag atop Ayodhya Temple

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday ceremonially hoisted a saffron flag atop the Ram temple in Ayodhya, marking the formal completion of its construction.

Vande Mataram, 1875-2025

Vande Mataram, 1875-2025

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

November 7 2025, marked the 150th year of India's revered national song, Vande Mataram.

Will Deepa Thoon Controversy Damage Stalin's DMK?

Will Deepa Thoon Controversy Damage Stalin's DMK?

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

The Deepa Thoon controversy, if not allowed to die a natural death, could take the election focus away from the anti-incumbency impacting the DMK and into the secular space. Stalin would love to have it that way, all over again, after the three past elections, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

'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.

'Seeing Sachin sir gave me a boost'

'Seeing Sachin sir gave me a boost'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'I kept talking to him and he kept giving me confidence. He is the master of cricket, and we keep getting inspired just looking at him.'

First Look: Nayanthara's Mookuthi Amman 2

First Look: Nayanthara's Mookuthi Amman 2

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

On her Instagram Nayanthara said, 'Let her Divine Grace Prevail. A #SundarC Visual Spectacle. Here's the first appearance of #MookuthiAmman2'.

Suhana, Shilpa, Bipasha: Ladies In Red

Suhana, Shilpa, Bipasha: Ladies In Red

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Bollywood actresses amp up the glamour this festive season.

Important stanzas of Vande Mataram were dropped: Modi

Important stanzas of Vande Mataram were dropped: Modi

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the Congress party, alleging that the dropping of important stanzas from the national song 'Vande Mataram' in 1937 sowed the seeds of partition. He made these remarks during the inauguration of the year-long commemoration of 'Vande Mataram'.

'God has sent...' Shafali vows to make opportunity count

'God has sent...' Shafali vows to make opportunity count

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Shafali was leading Haryana in National Women's T20 when she was summoned from Surat to Mumbai on SOS after Rawal sustained a hairline fracture on her ankle while fielding in the last group league game against Bangladesh.