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Shiva temple swept away, prayers at Kedarnath begin Sept 11

Shiva temple swept away, prayers at Kedarnath begin Sept 11

Rediff.com2 Aug 2013

Swollen waters of the Bhagirathi following incessant overnight rains washed away a famous Shiva temple in Uttarkashi on Friday even as the state government set September 11 as the date for resumption of regular prayers at Kedarnath temple,which were suspended after the June calamity.

'Everything she sang became a prayer'

'Everything she sang became a prayer'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2017

'Anyone who heard her sing was left with a lump in the throat.'

Lumbini as backdrop for Modi-Deuba meet, India-Nepal sign 6 MoUs

Lumbini as backdrop for Modi-Deuba meet, India-Nepal sign 6 MoUs

Rediff.com16 May 2022

Modi and Deuba discussed ways to strengthen ongoing cooperation and develop new areas in the multifaceted bilateral partnership.

Youth wouldn't use mobiles 12 hours a day if...: Rahul

Youth wouldn't use mobiles 12 hours a day if...: Rahul

Rediff.com24 Feb 2024

"If you get employment, you will watch Reels for half an hour and work for 12 hours," the Congress leader said.

Meet Vamika Virat Kohli

Meet Vamika Virat Kohli

Rediff.com1 Feb 2021

'We have lived together with love, presence and gratitude as a way of life, but this little one, Vamika has taken it to a whole new level!'

Must respect foreign courts: SC rejects Indian's plea in Pannun plot case

Must respect foreign courts: SC rejects Indian's plea in Pannun plot case

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

The Supreme Court on Thursday rejected a plea for consular access moved by a family member of Indian national Nikhil Gupta, who is in a Czech prison following charges by the US relating to a foiled assassination attempt on Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun.

Ram Temple trust to invite Modi for consecration ceremony

Ram Temple trust to invite Modi for consecration ceremony

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

Ram Temple Trust general secretary Champat Rai said that the decision was taken in the recently held meeting of the members.

PM Modi offers prayers at Lingaraj temple in Bhubaneswar

PM Modi offers prayers at Lingaraj temple in Bhubaneswar

Rediff.com16 Apr 2017

Modi, who spent around 25 minutes at the temple premises amid tight security, offered flowers, bel leaves, milk, coconut water and sweets in a special puja to Lord Lingaraj.

'Clearly unacceptable': India's strong words at UN on Gaza war

'Clearly unacceptable': India's strong words at UN on Gaza war

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

'The message that India has conveyed since the start of this conflict is clear and consistent. It is important to prevent escalation to ensure continued delivery of humanitarian aid and to work towards an early restoration of peace and stability. A peaceful resolution of the conflict through dialogue and diplomacy is the only way forward'

Modi, Deuba to meet at Lumbini on Buddha Purnima, to hold bilateral talks

Modi, Deuba to meet at Lumbini on Buddha Purnima, to hold bilateral talks

Rediff.com12 May 2022

The MEA said at Lumbini, the prime minister will visit the sacred Mayadevi temple to offer prayers.

Remembering Nehru

Remembering Nehru

Rediff.com27 May 2019

Former President Pranab Mukherjee, former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, former Vice President Mohammed Hamid Ansari, United Progressive Alliance chairperson Sonia Gandhi and Congress president Rahul Gandhi paid tributes to Pandit Nehru at his memorial Shanti Van in the nation's capital.

Civilian deaths in Israel-Hamas war concerning: India at UNSC

Civilian deaths in Israel-Hamas war concerning: India at UNSC

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

India has voiced deep concern over the deteriorating security situation and large-scale loss of civilian life in the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict, urging the parties to work towards creating conditions necessary for peace and restarting direct negotiations through de-escalation and ending violence.

What's Nirmalaji Praying For?

What's Nirmalaji Praying For?

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

What some of our leaders were up to in the last couple of days.

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.

BJP picks 1st time MLA Sharma as Rajasthan CM, ex-MP Diya Kumari as deputy

BJP picks 1st time MLA Sharma as Rajasthan CM, ex-MP Diya Kumari as deputy

Rediff.com13 Dec 2023

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday picked first-time MLA Bhajan Lal Sharma as Rajasthan's new chief minister, ending days of speculation that followed its victory in the assembly polls.

Indian priest who held service for Biden says he's 'very humble'

Indian priest who held service for Biden says he's 'very humble'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

Father Dias met Biden during a 30-minute holy communion service for the US president at a hotel where he was staying in New Delhi on Saturday, ahead of the G20 summit.

'I want Rahul to be hanged till death or to serve life imprisonment'

'I want Rahul to be hanged till death or to serve life imprisonment'

Rediff.com6 Apr 2016

Pratyusha's parents slam their daughter's boyfriend after a prayer meet in their daughter's memory.

Grieving for Kalpana Lajmi

Grieving for Kalpana Lajmi

Rediff.com27 Sep 2018

Family and friends mourn the film-maker's passing.

Mamata, nephew call HC order on school jobs 'fixed', 'BJP ploy'

Mamata, nephew call HC order on school jobs 'fixed', 'BJP ploy'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday termed the cancellation of over 25,000 school jobs as 'gross injustice' and alleged that it was a ploy by the Bharatiya Janata Party to stop these job losers from being deployed in poll duty.

Modi meets Matuas in Bangladesh, influential voters in Bengal

Modi meets Matuas in Bangladesh, influential voters in Bengal

Rediff.com28 Mar 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday offered prayers at a Matua temple in Bangladesh's Orakandi, the birthplace of Hindu mystic figure and Matua community's spiritual guru Harichand Thakur.

Expert panel to look into Kerala varsity stampede that claimed 4 lives: Govt

Expert panel to look into Kerala varsity stampede that claimed 4 lives: Govt

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

State higher education minister R Bindhu has directed a three-member team, comprising the principal secretary of higher education, and Cochin University's vice-chancellor and registrar, to inquire into the stampede incident, an official release said.

Vokkaliga seers back Shivakumar for Karnataka CM

Vokkaliga seers back Shivakumar for Karnataka CM

Rediff.com14 May 2023

Prominent Vokkaliga pontiff of Adi Chunchanagiri Nirmalananda Natha Swamiji on Sunday appealed to the Congress leadership to appoint Karnataka party unit president D K Shivakumar as the next chief minister of the state.

6 rioters killed, 64 injured in Haldwani violence, internet suspended

6 rioters killed, 64 injured in Haldwani violence, internet suspended

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

Six rioters were killed in the violence that broke out over the demolition of an illegally built madrasa, officials said Friday as curfew remained enforced in Uttarakhand's Haldwani town.

PIX: Amitabh, SRK, Ash attend Yash Chopra's chautha

PIX: Amitabh, SRK, Ash attend Yash Chopra's chautha

Rediff.com26 Oct 2012

The film industry turned up to pay their last respects to the iconic director.

'Why Has Modi Made 13 Visits To Rajasthan?'

'Why Has Modi Made 13 Visits To Rajasthan?'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

'These frequent visits show the BJP fears that the Congress will retain power.'

Tears and prayers as Pakistan buries victims of bus attack

Tears and prayers as Pakistan buries victims of bus attack

Rediff.com14 May 2015

Pakistan's Shia Ismaili Muslims on Thursday buried the bus attack victims who were killed by Islamic State militants

SEE: Bulldozers used to shower petals on UP MLAs visiting Ayodhya

SEE: Bulldozers used to shower petals on UP MLAs visiting Ayodhya

Rediff.com11 Feb 2024

Members from the Jayant Chaudhary's Rashtriya Lok Dal too were part of the group, their participation seen as another indication that the party is all set to switch sides from the SP to the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party ahead of the Lok Sabha elections.

Hanuman Jayanti violence: Curfew relaxed, internet restored in Odisha town

Hanuman Jayanti violence: Curfew relaxed, internet restored in Odisha town

Rediff.com23 Apr 2023

Internet services were fully restored after 10 days, while the administration relaxed the curfew from 5 am to 8 pm, he said.

'Tabassum was always so hit and fit'

'Tabassum was always so hit and fit'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

'She was bubbling with energy, had so much stamina and endurance, that I find it hard to believe that she has left us.'

PIX: Bollywood stars attend Mona Kapoor's chautha

PIX: Bollywood stars attend Mona Kapoor's chautha

Rediff.com28 Mar 2012

Kareena, Karisma, Abhishek and the Kapoors pay a visit.

When Narasimha Rao Agreed To A JPC

When Narasimha Rao Agreed To A JPC

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

There is, between Rao's tenure as PM and the current Modi regime, a powerful resonance of how transition can be managed. Rao's tenure saw many scams -- one where he was supposedly approached by Harshad Mehta with a bribe for making the securities scam go away. The Opposition insisted on a JPC. Despite knowing a JPC report would undermine him politically, Rao agreed to one, saying he had 'nothing to hide'.

Don't agree with Digvijaya; army need not give any proof: Rahul

Don't agree with Digvijaya; army need not give any proof: Rahul

Rediff.com24 Jan 2023

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday said he and the party do not agree with Digvijaya Singh's comments on surgical strikes and that the armed forces do not need to give any proof.

India celebrates Mahatma Gandhi's 150th birth anniversary

India celebrates Mahatma Gandhi's 150th birth anniversary

Rediff.com2 Oct 2018

Young and old, rich or poor, Indians across the country paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his 149th birth anniversary. In fact, even Twitter has unveiled a 'Gandhi Emoji' which users around the world can use in their tweets to celebrate Mahatma Gandhi's 150th birthday.

Bollywood says goodbye to Shabana's mum Shaukat Kaifi

Bollywood says goodbye to Shabana's mum Shaukat Kaifi

Rediff.com27 Nov 2019

The distinguished actress Shaukat Kaifi, mother to Shabana and Baba Azmi, passed away on September 22.

'Let's all pray for Rishabh Pant's speedy recovery'

'Let's all pray for Rishabh Pant's speedy recovery'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

Rishabh Pant was hospitalised following a major car crash on Friday.

Congress, BJP join Ayyappa devotees' protest

Congress, BJP join Ayyappa devotees' protest

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

The base camps of Pamba and Nilackal witnessed intensified protests as the Lord Ayyappa temple opens for the five-day monthly pooja on Wednesday evening, for the first time after the landmark top court verdict.

Modi's Challenge Of The South

Modi's Challenge Of The South

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

It is early to make out which way the wind is blowing, but there is no denying that challenges for the BJP, far outweigh the advantages in this region, notes Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

I was a bit nervous: Neeraj Chopra after title-winning throw

I was a bit nervous: Neeraj Chopra after title-winning throw

Rediff.com1 Jul 2023

'I am relieved it is coming together well for me. A win is a win and I will take that happily.'

What's Charles Doing At A Gurdwara?

What's Charles Doing At A Gurdwara?

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

Britain's King Charles III visited the Guru Nanak Gurdwara in Luton on Tuesday, December 6, 2022, and met volunteers at the langar, which provides vegetarian hot meals 24-hour a day throughout the year.

Sec 144 clamped in Nuh after 'shobha yatra' call, no entry for outsiders

Sec 144 clamped in Nuh after 'shobha yatra' call, no entry for outsiders

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

Officials said security personnel, including those from paramilitary forces, have been deployed to keep a strict vigil. Security at inter-state and inter-district borders has also been tightened, they said.