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Move trial outside Tamil Nadu: Seer

Move trial outside Tamil Nadu: Seer

Rediff.com6 May 2005

The court issued the notice on Friday

Seer performs pujas in Kalavai mutt

Seer performs pujas in Kalavai mutt

Rediff.com12 Jan 2005

Kanchi seer booked in another case

Kanchi seer booked in another case

Rediff.com23 Nov 2004

This one relates to an attack on a former official of the Kanchi Mutt, G Radhakrishnan, and two others in September 2002.

Decision to arrest seer hasty: Advani

Decision to arrest seer hasty: Advani

Rediff.com14 Nov 2004

'The Supreme Court has set certain guidelines on whom to arrest or whom not to arrest for what offence,' he said.

Zomato's revenue from operations doubles to Rs 2,604 cr amid pandemic

Zomato's revenue from operations doubles to Rs 2,604 cr amid pandemic

Rediff.com29 Apr 2021

Zomato said it has consistently gained market share over the last four years to become the category leader in the food delivery space in India in terms of gross order value from October 1, 2020 to March 31, 2021.

In a way, pandemic was a boon for Indian e-commerce firms

In a way, pandemic was a boon for Indian e-commerce firms

Rediff.com1 Jan 2021

E-commerce firms like Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra and others witnessed successful festive season sales this year, Experts say e-commerce adoption in the country is accelerating by multiple years or what it would have looked like in 2025.

The landmark SC judgment that immortalised Kesavananda Bharati

The landmark SC judgment that immortalised Kesavananda Bharati

Rediff.com6 Sep 2020

In 1970, Bharati, the hereditary head of Edneer Hindu 'Matha' in Kasaragod district of Kerala, had moved the top court challenging the state government's two land reform Acts meant to restrict the management of religious properties. The case had a number of firsts to its credit.

It's clear, regulatory woes can't kill online gaming in India

It's clear, regulatory woes can't kill online gaming in India

Rediff.com14 Nov 2021

Even as the gaming industry battles multiple regulations in different Indian states, it has received more than double the amount of investment this year compared to 2020. Industry watchers attribute this to the growing popularity of gaming, spurred by the pandemic, and the innovative business models gaming firms have built. According to data from industry tracker Venture Intelligence, investment in India's gaming sector in 2021 has more than doubled to $794 million, as against a total investment of $339 million last year. In 2019, this number was $176 million. Marquee investors such as Tiger Global (Dream11), Sequoia Capital India (Mobile Premier League), WinZO (Griffin Capital Partners), Tencent (Dream11) and Matrix Partners (Zupee) have pumped money into the sector.

Ayodhya seer pans VHP, assures Muslims

Ayodhya seer pans VHP, assures Muslims

Rediff.com14 Oct 2003

The VHP is trying to gain political mileage through its October 17 programme in Ayodhya, Gyan Das, mahant of the Hanumangarhi Temple, said.

'Things are not good for the BJP'

'Things are not good for the BJP'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

'People are questioning these highways and expressways in UP because ultimately, they want to get bread and butter first.'

Ram Temple project likely to cost Rs 1,100 cr: Trust official

Ram Temple project likely to cost Rs 1,100 cr: Trust official

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

The construction of the Ram Temple complex in Ayodhya, including the main structure, is estimated to cost around Rs 1,100 crore and is expected to be completed in three-and-a-half years, said the treasurer of the trust overseeing the project on Monday.

Pak, even US, are theocracies, but not India: Rajnath

Pak, even US, are theocracies, but not India: Rajnath

Rediff.com22 Jan 2020

Singh underlined that India had never declared its religion would be Hindu, Sikh or Buddhist and people of all religions could live in New Delhi.

Medlife, PharmEasy eye $200 million merger deal

Medlife, PharmEasy eye $200 million merger deal

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

There are several discussions going around in the e-health sector for consolidation with key players being PharmEasy, 1mg, Medlife and Netmeds. According to reports, Reliance Jio is in talks with Netmeds to acquire the latter.

'Lingayats frustrated with BJP after Yediyurappa's exit'

'Lingayats frustrated with BJP after Yediyurappa's exit'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2021

'BJP takes Lingayat support and later on they throw them out, ditch them and humiliate them.' After months of speculation Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa resigned from the chief minister's post. A powerful Lingayat community leader, Yediyurappa could not even complete his term, owing to the internal politics of the Bharatiya Janata Party. So how does Lingayat community view his exit? Congress working president, Karnataka state and Lingayat leader Eshwar Khandre speaking to Syed Firdaus Ashraf/Rediff.com, said, "The community which voted him and felt that they will lead the government are now disenchanted."

India has to grow big, those blocking way will be eliminated: RSS chief

India has to grow big, those blocking way will be eliminated: RSS chief

Rediff.com15 Apr 2022

Likening India's progress to that of a vehicle that only has accelerator and no brakes, the RSS chief said those trying to stop it will either step aside or be eliminated.

Yogi would have faced lot of opposition in Ayodhya: Ram Temple priest

Yogi would have faced lot of opposition in Ayodhya: Ram Temple priest

Rediff.com24 Jan 2022

'I speak after asking Ram Lalla. I spoke with Ram Lalla's inspiration'

Modi's Sangamam: Less Of Tamil, More Of Politics

Modi's Sangamam: Less Of Tamil, More Of Politics

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

The inaugural Sangamam turned out to be a political Hindutva function than a gathering on the Hindu religion, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Swiggy sets up development centre in Gurugram, home turf of rival Zomato

Swiggy sets up development centre in Gurugram, home turf of rival Zomato

Rediff.com10 Sep 2021

Swiggy is rapidly scaling up its technology (tech) teams as the food delivery giant is witnessing strong recovery and growth over the past few months. The SoftBank-backed company is hiring across engineering, product, design, analytics, and data science functions in the next two quarters. Building this team, Swiggy is setting up a new development centre in Gurugram. Its rival Zomato, which had a stellar debut on the Indian stock exchanges in July, is also headquartered in Gurugram.

Protesting farmers confine ex-Haryana minister, BJP leaders in temple

Protesting farmers confine ex-Haryana minister, BJP leaders in temple

Rediff.com5 Nov 2021

According to a police official, the incident occurred when Grover along with the local BJP leaders reached the temple complex as part of their plan to watch from there the live telecast of Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiling a statue of Adi Shankaracharya at the seer's rebuilt samadhi in Kedarnath.

Sena gave Rs 1 cr, Adityanath Rs 11 lakh for Ram temple: Trust

Sena gave Rs 1 cr, Adityanath Rs 11 lakh for Ram temple: Trust

Rediff.com18 Dec 2020

The support of every Ram devotee from all over the country will be solicited for the grand temple to be built at the birthplace of Lord Ram in Ayodhya, Rai said, adding that for this, Vishva Hindu Parishad activists will go from door to door, accompanied by venerated seers and others.

Bharat Mata, Adi Shankara statues installed at Kashi Vishwanath Dham

Bharat Mata, Adi Shankara statues installed at Kashi Vishwanath Dham

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

The mega corridor, whose foundation stone was laid by Modi on March 8, 2019, connects the main temple with Lalita Ghat via a corridor, and grand gateways and ornamental arches have been built in heritage architecture style in four directions, facing the ancient temple at its core.

Lack of faith haunts BJP: Puri seer

Lack of faith haunts BJP: Puri seer

Rediff.com14 Jan 2006

'He's a seer and a rock star'

'He's a seer and a rock star'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2005

Petitioner writes to DMs of Aligarh, Haridwar to prevent hate speech

Petitioner writes to DMs of Aligarh, Haridwar to prevent hate speech

Rediff.com14 Jan 2022

In his letters sent to the DMs of Aligarh and Haridwar, Ali has said a public event styled as a 'Dharam Sansad' was held in Haridwar and Delhi from December 17-19 last year where such speeches were made.

The Monk Who Lived India

The Monk Who Lived India

Rediff.com28 Feb 2018

'He will always live in the hearts of the millions of children who have studied in schools and colleges established by him and the faithful Hindus to whom he was a symbol of the invincible spirit of glorious Hindu Dharma,' says Tarun Vijay.

Junior seer moves HC for anticipatory bail

Junior seer moves HC for anticipatory bail

Rediff.com27 Jan 2005

In his application, Vijayendra said he apprehended arrest following the alleged confessional statements made by Appu and Ravi Subramaniam, both accused in the case.

BJP wants seer's cases shifted outside TN

BJP wants seer's cases shifted outside TN

Rediff.com14 Jan 2005

"We told the prime minister that it is the question of sentiments of crores of Hindus, hurt by investigations being conducted with a vindictive attitude and the ill-treatment meted out to Jayendra Saraswati," BJP president L K Advani said.

Junior seer's arrest: NHRC notice to TN

Junior seer's arrest: NHRC notice to TN

Rediff.com13 Jan 2005

The NHRC noted that media reports had pointed that Vijayendra Saraswati was arrested within hours of the Supreme Court directing the release of the senior Shankaracharya on bail.

Kanchi seer's arrest most painful decision: Jaya

Kanchi seer's arrest most painful decision: Jaya

Rediff.com30 Nov 2004

"It was not a decision I took happily. But circumstances compelled me to do my duty," said the Tamil Nadu chief minister.

The case against seer is too feeble

The case against seer is too feeble

Rediff.com24 Nov 2004

'So what on earth were TN authorities thinking when they staged that arrest? There is something that doesn't add up in this case.'

Centre to blame for seer's plight: BJP

Centre to blame for seer's plight: BJP

Rediff.com21 Nov 2004

'It is not possible that the Shankaracharya was arrested in Mehboobnagar without the chief minister of the state consulting the Centre on the issue,' M M Joshi said.

Tatas, Adani, Ambanis in scramble for super app

Tatas, Adani, Ambanis in scramble for super app

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

The groups plan to take on well-entrenched players like Amazon, Flipkart, and Paytm by merging their offline businesses with e-commerce initiatives.

'Tamil Thai Vazhthu' is prayer song, not Anthem: HC

'Tamil Thai Vazhthu' is prayer song, not Anthem: HC

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

The 'Tamil Thai Vaazhthu', an invocation, is only a prayer song and not a National Anthem and hence, there is no need for every one to remain in standing posture when it is rendered, the Madras High Court bench here has ruled.

For Aug 5 ceremony, special dress for Ram Lalla

For Aug 5 ceremony, special dress for Ram Lalla

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

The clothes are made using soft material such as 'makhmal' (velvet). After all, they are for Ram Lalla who is a child. The green dress has been made keeping in mind the day-specific colour, while orange is considered auspicious

Amid chants Jayendra Saraswathi interred in Kanchi Mutt

Amid chants Jayendra Saraswathi interred in Kanchi Mutt

Rediff.com1 Mar 2018

The burial ceremony was performed in the presence of Sri Vijayendra Saraswathi, the junior pontiff of the Mutt and some close family relatives of the late seer.

All should accept excavation outcome: Kanchi seer

All should accept excavation outcome: Kanchi seer

Rediff.com11 Mar 2003

‘God is still existing in the site. Now he is in a makeshift hut. Later, he will be installed in a temple,’ Jayendra Saraswati.

Demonetisation blues hit e-commerce hard

Demonetisation blues hit e-commerce hard

Rediff.com15 Nov 2016

According to analyst firm RedSeer, the absence of cash on delivery has hit daily e-commerce sales by 30% over the past few days.

'What is better than dying for Gangaji?'

'What is better than dying for Gangaji?'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2019

'Two have already sacrificed their lives.' 'How many more shall need to sacrifice before the government listens?' 'Four, five or six? They are ready, waiting.' After Ganga campaigner G D Agrawal's death, a Haridwar ashram's sadhus are on a relay fast unto death.