News for 'pilgrimage'

190 Pak Hindus stopped from travelling to India: Report

190 Pak Hindus stopped from travelling to India: Report

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

Various Hindu families, including children and women, from the interior parts of Sindh, reached the Wagah border on Tuesday for going to India on the visas for religious pilgrimage, The Express Tribune reported.

Amarnath Yatra leaves Saina grateful and inspired

Amarnath Yatra leaves Saina grateful and inspired

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Nehwal expressed gratitude to the J-K administration, the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB) and the security forces.

6 Must-Visit Shiva Temples

6 Must-Visit Shiva Temples

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

Explore some of the majestic temples dedicated to Lord Shiva across the country.

Amarnath Yatra: Drinks, fast food among 40 items banned

Amarnath Yatra: Drinks, fast food among 40 items banned

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

More than 40 food items have been banned at the upcoming Amarnath Yatra and the pilgrims have been advised to achieve physical fitness by walking at least 5 kilometres a day, the Shri Amarnath Shrine Board said in its health advisory issued on Thursday.

Romance And Sci-Fi Collide On OTT This Week

Romance And Sci-Fi Collide On OTT This Week

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

Sci-fiction buffs rejoice, there's much spectacle to behold on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma gives her recommendations.

Kashmiri Pandits welcome returning Haajis, recite Islamic prayers

Kashmiri Pandits welcome returning Haajis, recite Islamic prayers

Rediff.com16 Jul 2022

The Pandits congratulated the hajis for completing the pilgrimage and sought their blessings. They offered roses to the pilgrims.

Amarnath yatra pilgrim from Raj dies, toll at 3; 60K pray at cave shrine

Amarnath yatra pilgrim from Raj dies, toll at 3; 60K pray at cave shrine

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

Roshan Lal Suthar, a resident of Pansal Dhileara area of Rajasthan, was missing since Tuesday and his body was found near the lower Holy Cave, they said.

Modi launches 'Meri Mati Mera Desh' campaign to honour martyred bravehearts

Modi launches 'Meri Mati Mera Desh' campaign to honour martyred bravehearts

Rediff.com30 Jul 2023

In his monthly Mann Ki Baat radio broadcast, Modi said Amrit Kalash Yatra will be organised under the campaign and 7,500 pots carrying soil from different corners of the country will be brought to the national capital along with saplings.

Rahul Gandhi will be arrested after LS polls: Assam CM Himanta

Rahul Gandhi will be arrested after LS polls: Assam CM Himanta

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

The Assam police suo motu registered the FIR against Gandhi and several other leaders for "wanton acts of violence" here during the party's 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' on Tuesday.

Planning a trip to Wimbledon next year? Your time starts now!

Planning a trip to Wimbledon next year? Your time starts now!

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

First launched in 1924 and celebrating its centenary next year, the Wimbledon Ballot is intended to be the fairest means of obtaining tickets for The Championships.

How Ram mandir is a true amalgamation of India

How Ram mandir is a true amalgamation of India

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

'The temple's construction is the result of collective wisdom of some of the best brains in the country. Water and sacred soil from almost all pilgrimage sites in India, including Gangotri, Yamunotri, Kailash Mansarovar, Prayags (there are seven Prayags) and all 'puris' (seven holy towns in India, besides Ayodhya) have been used in the making of the temple'

Monsoon rains widen cracks in Joshimath, 5 families shifted to relief camps

Monsoon rains widen cracks in Joshimath, 5 families shifted to relief camps

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

Now, the recent heavy rain has sparked panic among the disaster-hit families of Joshimath.

Ayodhya redeveloped after studying Vatican, Jerusalem, Tirupati, says architect

Ayodhya redeveloped after studying Vatican, Jerusalem, Tirupati, says architect

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Efficient land use, minimum congestion, a focus on dharamshalas (inns) and homestays, upgrading the infrastructure while retaining the historical and cultural character of the city are some of the highlights of the plan prepared by Kukreja, the managing principal of CP Kukreja Architects.

At 39, Modi Knew Ayodhya's Value For The BJP's Future

At 39, Modi Knew Ayodhya's Value For The BJP's Future

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Gujarat was labelled Hindutva's crucible and Modi was to become the chief 'chemist'. A revealing political saga excerpted from Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay's The Demolition, the Verdict and the Temple: The Definitive Book on the Ram Mandir Project.

Modi shares winning formula with BJP workers in Kerala

Modi shares winning formula with BJP workers in Kerala

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

Addressing a gathering of around 6,000 in-charges of 'Shakti Kendras,' each comprising two to three booth-level areas, at Marine Drive, the prime minister said that Kerala has the potential to influence who will be in power in Delhi.

Retweeting libelous content is defamation, says court in Kejriwal case

Retweeting libelous content is defamation, says court in Kejriwal case

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

The high court said a sense of responsibility has to be attached while retweeting content about which one does not have knowledge and added that retweeting of defamatory content must invite penal, civil as well as tort action if the person retweeting it does not attach a disclaimer.

U'khand to deploy BRO team in Joshimath for smooth Char Dham Yatra

U'khand to deploy BRO team in Joshimath for smooth Char Dham Yatra

Rediff.com21 Feb 2023

A Border Roads Organisation team will be stationed in Joshimath to monitor the yatra on a day-to-day basis and ensure immediate treatment of cracks on roads or any other problem that might arise, the chief minister said.

Yeh Hai India: Pilgrims At Kedarnath

Yeh Hai India: Pilgrims At Kedarnath

Rediff.com5 Oct 2022

Devotees during their pilgrimage to the Kedarnath temple against the backdrop of the Himalayan mountain range.

Light diyas at home, don't come to Ayodhya on Jan 22: Modi

Light diyas at home, don't come to Ayodhya on Jan 22: Modi

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

The PM urged all citizens to light diyas in their houses on January 22 so that the whole country basks in glory.

Four quakes rock Nepal, one of 6.2 intensity; north India feels tremors

Four quakes rock Nepal, one of 6.2 intensity; north India feels tremors

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

Four earthquakes, the strongest being of magnitude 6.2, jolted Nepal in quick succession with tremors reverberating through parts of north India including Delhi-NCR, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) said on Tuesday.

Amarnath yatra suspended for second day due to heavy rain, landslide

Amarnath yatra suspended for second day due to heavy rain, landslide

Rediff.com8 Jul 2023

According to the officials, fresh batches of pilgrims were not allowed to leave Jammu to embark on their yatra due to closure of the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway.

12 killed, 11 injured as trailer rams into bus in Rajasthan

12 killed, 11 injured as trailer rams into bus in Rajasthan

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

The bus was on its way from Gujarat to Mathura in Uttar Pradesh when the accident occurred around 4.30 am, they said.

Saudi Crown Prince to stay beyond G20 Summit for...

Saudi Crown Prince to stay beyond G20 Summit for...

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman arrived in New Delhi on a three-day state visit during which he will hold a bilateral meeting and co-chair the first leaders' meeting of the Strategic Partnership Council with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Used my time for the good of the country: Modi on his 3-nation tour

Used my time for the good of the country: Modi on his 3-nation tour

Rediff.com25 May 2023

Modi added that the world agrees with him when he says any attack on the country's pilgrimage site is not acceptable.

The World Today In Pictures

The World Today In Pictures

Rediff.com28 Jul 2022

Six images from around the world.

State-of-the-art Ayodhya airport set for takeoff, Modi to open on Saturday

State-of-the-art Ayodhya airport set for takeoff, Modi to open on Saturday

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

The main road that leads from Sitapur Road side to the airport has been decked up with several posters carrying images of Prime Minister Modi, and a welcome message.

Another plea challenging Places of Worship Act filed in SC

Another plea challenging Places of Worship Act filed in SC

Rediff.com28 May 2022

The plea, filed by a religious guru based in Mathura, Devkinandan Thakur, has challenged the constitutional validity of Sections 2, 3, and 4 of the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act 1991, stating that it offends Articles 14, 15, 21, 25, 26, 29 of the Indian constitution and violates the principles of secularism and the rule of law, which is an integral part of the Preamble and basic structure of the Constitution.

BJP's TN leader held from pilgrimage town ahead of 'vel yatra'

BJP's TN leader held from pilgrimage town ahead of 'vel yatra'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

The Bharatiya Janata Party's Tamil Nadu unit chief L Murugan was on Friday detained at Tiruttani near Chennai by the police when he tried to embark on a statewide 'Vel Yatra', defying a ban.

Hindu seer files fresh plea against Places of Worship Act

Hindu seer files fresh plea against Places of Worship Act

Rediff.com25 May 2022

A plea was filed in the Supreme Court on Wednesday challenging the constitutional validity of certain sections of the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act 1991, saying that it "barefacedly violates" the principles of secularism and rule of law.

Ayodhya all set for grand consecration ceremony

Ayodhya all set for grand consecration ceremony

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

The much-awaited Ram temple consecration will be held in Ayodhya on Monday in a grand ceremony with Prime Minister Narendra Modi attending the rituals, following which the shrine will be opened for the public a day later.

11 Enchanting, Must-Visit Temples

11 Enchanting, Must-Visit Temples

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

Steep yourself in the atmosphere of some of most revered Hindu temples in India.

2024: 10 Places To Visit In India

2024: 10 Places To Visit In India

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

India offers travel adventures no other country can offer.

9 killed as private party coach catches fire at Madurai station

9 killed as private party coach catches fire at Madurai station

Rediff.com26 Aug 2023

At least 10 persons were 'reported dead' in a fire that broke out inside a stationary train compartment in Madurai railway station in the wee hours of Saturday, the Southern Railway said, adding a 'gas cylinder illegally' taken in led to the blaze.

AstroSpeak: Your Predictions For 2024

AstroSpeak: Your Predictions For 2024

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

Chirag Daruwalla, who is following in the footsteps of his famed astrologer father, the late Bejan Daruwalla, makes his predictions for the New Year.

BJP Wants Kejriwal In Jail For A Long Time

BJP Wants Kejriwal In Jail For A Long Time

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

If Kejriwal is arrested, it will take very little for Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena to summon a meeting of the assembly, direct it to elect a new leader of the House, and, if it doesn't, dissolve it and impose President's Rule, predicts Aditi Phadnis.

Country celebrates historic Ram temple consecration with religious zeal

Country celebrates historic Ram temple consecration with religious zeal

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

Several states declared a holiday for schools, while government offices, other establishments and public sector banks remained closed for half a day.

New airport, revamped railway station: Modi's gifts for Ayodhya ahead of Ram temple event

New airport, revamped railway station: Modi's gifts for Ayodhya ahead of Ram temple event

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

This visit by the prime minister comes weeks ahead of the 'pran pratishtha' or consecration ceremony of the Ram temple.

2023's 7 Jewels From The South

2023's 7 Jewels From The South

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

Subhash K Jha picks his favourite films of 2023 from south India.

Snowfall Sets Foot in Himachal

Snowfall Sets Foot in Himachal

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

Scenes from Himachal Pradesh, which received its first snowfall of the season.

Shikharji protest: Another Jain monk on fast dies

Shikharji protest: Another Jain monk on fast dies

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

This comes days after another Jain monk, Sugyeysagar Maharaj (72), fasting to protest the Jharkhand government's decision died at the temple on Tuesday.