News for 'ramayana'

Bihar Muslim family donates 2.5cr land for world's largest temple

Bihar Muslim family donates 2.5cr land for world's largest temple

Rediff.com22 Mar 2022

Ishtiaq Ahmed Khan, a businessman, has donated the land for the 'Virat Ramayana Temple'.

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.

'My mom didn't let me watch a lot of Hindi films'

'My mom didn't let me watch a lot of Hindi films'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

'Something which is just entertaining you continuously is not giving you a moment to pause, reflect or think.'

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.

Adipurush Will Release On...

Adipurush Will Release On...

Rediff.com18 Jan 2023

Adipurush, based on the Ramayana, stars Prabhas, Kriti Sanon, Sunny Singh and Saif Ali Khan in the lead roles of Ram, Sita, Laxman and Ravan respectively.

Renuka Chowdhury to sue Modi over 'Shurpanakha' remark

Renuka Chowdhury to sue Modi over 'Shurpanakha' remark

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

"Let's see how fast courts will ac.t now...' the former Union minister said

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.

When Prabhas-Kriti Got Emotional

When Prabhas-Kriti Got Emotional

Rediff.com10 May 2023

'I have attended many trailer launches, and stood on this stage many times, but today, I'm very emotional.'

Ayodhya seers join protest against Adipurush, seek its ban

Ayodhya seers join protest against Adipurush, seek its ban

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

Joining the chorus against the film, the Samajwadi Party said the faithful are hurt by its "cheap and superficial dialogues" and that the film was part of an "agenda".

VHP says it won't allow screening of Adipurush in cinemas

VHP says it won't allow screening of Adipurush in cinemas

Rediff.com5 Oct 2022

The Vishva Hindu Parishad on Wednesday raised objections to the portrayal of Lord Ram, Lakshman and Ravana in the teaser of Adipurush, claiming that it 'ridiculed Hindu society'.

'Muslims should give Gyanvapi, Mathura to Hindus'

'Muslims should give Gyanvapi, Mathura to Hindus'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

'During the nine years of BJP rule, not a single temple has been reconstructed.' 'They might have constructed the Ram temple as it is an emotional issue. But they are not much interested in issues like heritage.'

What Modi said after meeting Nepal PM Prachanda

What Modi said after meeting Nepal PM Prachanda

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

In his media statement after the meeting, Modi said he and Prachanda have taken many important decisions to make the partnership between the two countries a 'super hit' in the future.

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.

Ram devotees across the globe celebrate Ayodhya consecration

Ram devotees across the globe celebrate Ayodhya consecration

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

While main events throughout the country were organised on Sunday by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America, several community members gathered at the iconic Times Square in New York to celebrate the historic event.

Ram Lalla consecrated at Ayodhya temple, Modi says 'extraordinary moment'

Ram Lalla consecrated at Ayodhya temple, Modi says 'extraordinary moment'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

The new Ram Lalla idol was consecrated at the Ayodhya temple on Monday, an event led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and watched by lakhs of people on television at their homes and in temples across the country.

K'taka to consult with experts before introducing Bhagwad Gita in schools

K'taka to consult with experts before introducing Bhagwad Gita in schools

Rediff.com18 Mar 2022

Claiming that the cultural values among children were taking a beating, the minister said many people have demanded that moral science should be introduced.

MP: Row over women bodybuilding event in front of Hanuman idol

MP: Row over women bodybuilding event in front of Hanuman idol

Rediff.com7 Mar 2023

A row erupted when women bodybuilders posed in front of the image of Lord Hanuman at the venue of the 13th Mister Junior Bodybuilding Competition held in Ratlam on March 4 and 5, after which local Congress leaders sprinkled 'ganga jal' as part of the "purification" of the venue on Monday. They had also recited 'Hanuman Chalisa'.

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.

RSS outfit starts 'garbh sanskar' to teach cultural values in womb

RSS outfit starts 'garbh sanskar' to teach cultural values in womb

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

Samvardhinee Nyas, an affiliate of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, has started a campaign titled 'Garbha Sanskar' for pregnant women to teach babies culture and values in the womb, its national organising secretary Madhuri Marathe said on Monday.

Build Ram temple in K'taka on lines of Ayodhya, minister urges Bommai

Build Ram temple in K'taka on lines of Ayodhya, minister urges Bommai

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

Narayan said that Sri Ram temple should be built using 19 acres of space which belong to the Department of Muzrai at Ramadevarabetta.

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.

Advani: Ram Temple's Accidental Architect

Advani: Ram Temple's Accidental Architect

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

As the temple is inaugurated, unfortunately for Advani but unsurprisingly for the rest of us, the architect of the party's rise will not lead the ceremony and claim credit for his achievement, notes Aakar Patel.

Ayodhya to get 'Ramaland' on the lines of Disneyland

Ayodhya to get 'Ramaland' on the lines of Disneyland

Rediff.com8 May 2023

'With Ramaland, the tourism department is looking to attract children and adults alike. It'll be learning with entertainment.'

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.

PIL against 'Adipurush' for showing religious figures in bad taste

PIL against 'Adipurush' for showing religious figures in bad taste

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

The petition further stated the depiction of Ravana, Lord Ram, Mata Sita and Hanuman in the feature film Adipurush is contrary to the image and descriptions of these religious leaders/characters/figures as depicted in Maharishi Valmiki's Ramayan and Tulsidas' Ramcharitmanas.

The Many, Many Faces Of Ram

The Many, Many Faces Of Ram

Rediff.com31 May 2023

Before you catch a brawny Prabhas as the Prince of Ayodhya in its VFX-heavy edition, Sukanya Verma looks at the many, many on screen portrayals of Ram over the years.

Second FIR against SP's Maurya, others for burning Ramcharitmanas copies

Second FIR against SP's Maurya, others for burning Ramcharitmanas copies

Rediff.com2 Feb 2023

The group claimed that its members only burnt photocopies of pages allegedly carrying "objectionable comments on women and Dalits" in the Ramcharitmanas.

UP police books SP's Swami Prasad Maurya for Ramcharitmanas remarks

UP police books SP's Swami Prasad Maurya for Ramcharitmanas remarks

Rediff.com24 Jan 2023

The FIR was registered following a complaint by Shivendra Mishra, a resident of Aishbagh locality in Bazar Khala area of Uttar Pradesh, he said.

New Annual Festivals On India's Calendar

New Annual Festivals On India's Calendar

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

In the last 9 years, the BJP govt has marked some anniversaries and events with more zeal than Congress-led governments.

'Something unique in the mitti and paani of Bharat'

'Something unique in the mitti and paani of Bharat'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

'There is something in our desh ki mitti that has held us together.'
'So many conquerors, colonisers, cultures came and went, but we withstood them and rose up again.'

Ayodhya And India's New Tryst With Destiny

Ayodhya And India's New Tryst With Destiny

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

If Saudi Arabia, with just two Muslim holy sites of Mecca and Medina, can create a huge tourism-based ecosystem beyond oil, Ayodhya is sure to become the world's hottest religious tourism site in less than a decade, predicts R Jagannathan.

On his minister calling Ramcharitmanas 'hateful', Nitish says...

On his minister calling Ramcharitmanas 'hateful', Nitish says...

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

The Janata Dal-United supremo was replying to queries from journalists in Darbhanga district which he visited as part of his state-wide mass outreach programme 'Samadhan Yatra'.

BLOCKBUSTER Summer Releases Coming Up!

BLOCKBUSTER Summer Releases Coming Up!

Rediff.com2 May 2023

Salman Khan's Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan has set the ball rolling for a blockbuster summer ahead, in Hindi as well as South releases.

'Adipurush' dialogues altered; ticket prices cut

'Adipurush' dialogues altered; ticket prices cut

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

The controversy-ridden film, which registered a bumper opening at the box office only to witness a major drop in collections as negative word of mouth spread on social media, is now screening in theatres with altered dialogues.

Nepal cities ban all Indian films over Adipurush dialogues

Nepal cities ban all Indian films over Adipurush dialogues

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

Kathmandu mayor Balendra Shah on Sunday said no Hindi film will be allowed to run in Kathmandu Metropolitan City until the dialogue "Janaki is a daughter of India" in Adipurush is removed not just in Nepal but also in India

Take down offensive scenes or else... MP home minister warns Adipurush makers

Take down offensive scenes or else... MP home minister warns Adipurush makers

Rediff.com4 Oct 2022

Madhya Pradesh Home Minister Narottam Mishra on Tuesday warned the makers of upcoming Bollywood film Adipurush of legal action if scenes showing Hindu religious figures in the `wrong' way were not removed. The first t

My Hindu faith guides me as PM: Rishi Sunak at Ram Katha

My Hindu faith guides me as PM: Rishi Sunak at Ram Katha

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

"Bapu, I am here today not as a Prime Minister, but as a Hindu," said Sunak, opening his address at the gathering.

After facing flak, Adipurush makers to revise dialogues

After facing flak, Adipurush makers to revise dialogues

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

Shukla, who has penned the Hindi dialogues and songs of the retelling of the Ramayana, said the amended lines will be added to the film by this week.

Adipurush: Man thrashed for sitting in seat booked for Lord Hanuman

Adipurush: Man thrashed for sitting in seat booked for Lord Hanuman

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

Also in Hyderabad, fans of actor Prabhas, who plays Lord Ram in Adipurush, beat up a moviegoer outside a theatre for criticising the movie.

Vote Modi back to prevent infiltration: Shah in Bihar

Vote Modi back to prevent infiltration: Shah in Bihar

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday warned that Bihar's areas close to the borders (seemant) will become 'infested with infiltrators' if Prime Minister Narendra Modi was not voted back to power.