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Kareena's Pregnancy Tips

Kareena's Pregnancy Tips

Rediff.com14 Sep 2021

Tahira celebrates husband Ayushmann's birthday... Ajay Devgn parties in the Maldives...

Mumbai: 2 woman constables, who assaulted girl at Ganpati pandal, suspended

Mumbai: 2 woman constables, who assaulted girl at Ganpati pandal, suspended

Rediff.com29 Sep 2015

The video of the girl being "manhandled" by the women constables at the famous Ganesh pandal had gone viral, prompting the police to launch a probe.

He's back! First look at Mumbai's Lalbaugcha Raja

He's back! First look at Mumbai's Lalbaugcha Raja

Rediff.com21 Aug 2017

Standing tall at 18 feet, Mumbai's most famous Ganpati -- the Lalbaugcha Raja is here.

Ooh la la! Kriti, Richa, Rakulpreet smoulder in gold

Ooh la la! Kriti, Richa, Rakulpreet smoulder in gold

Rediff.com19 Sep 2019

It's time to sparkle and go for gold! Presenting 5 celeb-inspired ways to wear gold this season.

'It was pure love for the Lord'

'It was pure love for the Lord'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2014

For the residents of Navjivan Society, central Mumbai, the Ganpati festival gets everyone, regardless of religion, out of the privacy of their drawing rooms, for a community celebration, wearing their best clothes and best smiles.

PHOTOS: Ganesh pandals with Chandrayaan-2 theme

PHOTOS: Ganesh pandals with Chandrayaan-2 theme

Rediff.com7 Sep 2019

Here are a few Ganesh pandals modelled after Chandrayaan-2.

PIX: The richest, biggest and famous Ganpatis of Mumbai

PIX: The richest, biggest and famous Ganpatis of Mumbai

Rediff.com26 Sep 2012

One of the biggest festivals in the country, Ganeshotsav attracts visitors from across the country to see the offerings of some of the most creative and famous Ganesh pandals. We bring you the richest, biggest and famous Ganesh pandals from Mumbai. Photographs by Uttam Ghosh

PIX: California to Kerala, Ganesha adds colour, joy

PIX: California to Kerala, Ganesha adds colour, joy

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

Rediff readers tell us how they are celebrating Ganeshotsav.

SC allows Paryushan prayers in Jain temples in Mumbai

SC allows Paryushan prayers in Jain temples in Mumbai

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

The apex court said that no permission for prayers would be given for any other temple in Mumbai.

Saluting *THE* Voice

Saluting *THE* Voice

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

Lata Mangeshkar was my introduction, the beginning, the basic, the identity of film music. Sukanya Verma salutes The Legend.

From Zurich to Gangtok: Readers' PIX of Ganesha

From Zurich to Gangtok: Readers' PIX of Ganesha

Rediff.com5 Sep 2011

We had asked our readers to mail us photos of their Ganesha. We received many entries, some of which are being showcased here.

PIX: Raveena, Urvashi Rautela visit Andheri Cha Raja

PIX: Raveena, Urvashi Rautela visit Andheri Cha Raja

Rediff.com23 Sep 2015

Bollywood's festive fervour, in full swing!

PHOTOS: Sachin Tendulkar offers prayers at Lalbaugcha Raja

PHOTOS: Sachin Tendulkar offers prayers at Lalbaugcha Raja

Rediff.com13 Sep 2016

God of Cricket Sachin Tendulkar offered prayers at the famous Lalbaugcha Raja on Tuesday with his wife Anjali and son Arjun. Thousands of devotees were elated to see their favourite cricketer. Tendulkar has been vocal about his devotion for Lord Ganesha. Whenever in the city, he is a regular worshipper of 'Ganpatti Bappa' and visited the temple frequently.

Pix: These eco-friendly Ganeshas are so beautiful

Pix: These eco-friendly Ganeshas are so beautiful

Rediff.com23 Sep 2018

Rediff readers share their best Ganesha pix.

Guess who dropped by to seek Bappa's blessings at Sachin Tendulkar's...

Guess who dropped by to seek Bappa's blessings at Sachin Tendulkar's...

Rediff.com6 Sep 2016

Master batsman Sachin Tendulkar says Lord Ganesha holds a special place in his heart and he prays to him every day.

PHOTOS: Ganpati Bappa morya, see you next year, chants Mumbai

PHOTOS: Ganpati Bappa morya, see you next year, chants Mumbai

Rediff.com19 Sep 2013

Rediff.com captures the spirit on the final day of the Ganesha festival in Mumbai.

Invite: Share your unusual modak recipes

Invite: Share your unusual modak recipes

Rediff.com26 Aug 2019

Send us your most interesting, traditional and unconventional Ganesha recipes.

Raigad miracle: 4-yr-old rescued from building rubble

Raigad miracle: 4-yr-old rescued from building rubble

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

Local residents, who were watching the operation with baited breath, cheered with joy after the boy was rescued.

PHOTOS: Mumbai's fond farewell to Bappa

PHOTOS: Mumbai's fond farewell to Bappa

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

After 10 days of joy and celebrations, amidst much security Mumbaikars said goodbye to its favourite Lord Ganesha.

'I can't survive without acting'

'I can't survive without acting'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2022

'If I don't act for a week I become edgy, restless and moody.' Subhash K Jha salutes Manoj Bajpayee, actor extraordinaire, on his 53rd birthday.

7 wonders: Mumbai's most popular Ganeshas

7 wonders: Mumbai's most popular Ganeshas

Rediff.com2 Sep 2014

The 10-day extravaganza is on in Mumbai as it hosts its most favourite deity. Rediff.com takes a look at the city's rich and famous Ganpati mandals.

Send us your Ganesha pics

Send us your Ganesha pics

Rediff.com2 Sep 2008

Do you have a photograph of special Ganpati? Feature him on rediff.com

Pix: Sonam steals thunder in a red lehenga!

Pix: Sonam steals thunder in a red lehenga!

Rediff.com14 Sep 2019

Don't miss these hot looks from the celebrity circuit.

The Ganeshotsav festival's biggest tragedy!

The Ganeshotsav festival's biggest tragedy!

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

Ganesh Chaturthi no longer has the power that Lokmanya Tilak had seen in it way back in 1893 -- the power of bringing people together. This, say 83-year-old Vinaysheela Govilkar and 19-year-old Arnav Thakker, is the festival's biggest tragedy.

This 100 kg chocolate Ganesha will feed the hungry

This 100 kg chocolate Ganesha will feed the hungry

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

The edible Ganesha created by 20 chefs will be immersed in milk and distributed as milkshake to underprivileged children.

'I do plan to sing again very soon'

'I do plan to sing again very soon'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2021

'There is so much division in the country. People are getting more and more into 'Main Hindu hoon woh Mussalmaan hai'.' 'This climate of suspicion and hostility must stop,' The Legend, 92 today, tells Subhash K Jha in an exclusive interview.

The best Ganesha pix you'll see today

The best Ganesha pix you'll see today

Rediff.com16 Sep 2018

Rediff readers tell us how they are celebrating the festival.

PHOTOS: India celebrates Ganesh festival amid pandemic

PHOTOS: India celebrates Ganesh festival amid pandemic

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

The 10-day Ganesh festival began on Saturday under the shadow of the coronavirus pandemic, with devotees restricting celebrations to their homes and using online platforms to get 'darshan' of the Lord at temples, amid strict COVID-19 restrictions imposed by governments.

Bidding adieu to Bappa!

Bidding adieu to Bappa!

Rediff.com6 Sep 2017

After 11 days, Mumbai is bidding adieu to its favourite deity -- Ganpati Bappa. Here's a look at the celebrations.

Why Mumbai visarjans are so orderly

Why Mumbai visarjans are so orderly

Rediff.com3 Sep 2014

Mumbai visarjans take place with military precision. Thousands and thousands of Ganpatis are immersed across 11 days with hardly an incident. And minimum traffic disruption given the scale of the festival. Meet the the folks who ensure visarjans happen smoothly and efficiently.

'Awards are like ice cream to me!'

'Awards are like ice cream to me!'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2022

'I preferred theatre rather than going to production houses and giving photographs. I didn't have that kind of temperament. I didn't think I was unfortunate as I have struggled so much. I feel whatever happened was for my good.'

So cute! Ganesha wears a helmet

So cute! Ganesha wears a helmet

Rediff.com19 Sep 2018

Rediff readers share their best Ganesha photos.

Bombay HC allows Muharram procession with riders

Bombay HC allows Muharram procession with riders

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

A bench of Justices S J Kathawalla and Madhav Jamdar gave permission after the Maharashtra government granted hearing to a local Shia Muslim organisation that had petitioned the court seeking permission for a symbolic procession for Muharram amid the Covid-19 pandemic.

PIX: Shatrughan Sinha, Ranjit at Andhericha Raja

PIX: Shatrughan Sinha, Ranjit at Andhericha Raja

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

The last of Ganpati revelry in Bollywood.

Pix: Rediff readers welcome Ganesha

Pix: Rediff readers welcome Ganesha

Rediff.com14 Sep 2018

Rediff readers tell us how they're celebrating the festival.

2nd year running, brands take a backseat for Ganeshotsav amid curbs

2nd year running, brands take a backseat for Ganeshotsav amid curbs

Rediff.com14 Sep 2021

It is Mumbai's favourite festival and is celebrated each year with fervour and frenzy. But when the city welcomes "Ganpati Bappa" this Friday, the celebrations will be low key. With a cap on the size of idols, ban on processions and restrictions on devotees visiting pandals, celebrations are toned down for the second year in a row. Festival budgets have shrunk and as a result, corporate sponsorships have dried out.

 Send us your pictures of Lord Ganesh

Send us your pictures of Lord Ganesh

Rediff.com31 Aug 2006

Send us your pictures of your Lord Ganesha

PIX: Alia-Ranbir party with the Ambanis

PIX: Alia-Ranbir party with the Ambanis

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

Guests trouped out of Arpita Khan's party and into Mukesh Ambani's, on the other side of Mumbai.

From Matunga to Seattle: Readers' PIX of Ganeshotsav

From Matunga to Seattle: Readers' PIX of Ganeshotsav

Rediff.com3 Sep 2011

We had asked our readers to mail us photos of their Ganesha. We received many entries, some of which are being showcased here.

Cuttack to California: Readers' PIX of Lord Ganesh

Cuttack to California: Readers' PIX of Lord Ganesh

Rediff.com2 Sep 2011

We had asked our readers to mail us photos of their Ganesha. We received many entries, some of which are being showcased here.