Saffron

Friday, Apr 19, 2024 | Last Update : 01:13 AM IST

Efforts being made to paint me with saffron: Rajinikanth

Thiruvalluvar (Tamil savant) will not get trapped in this saffronising, I will not get trapped either, says Rajinikanth.

09 Nov 2019 1:53 AM

Superstar Rajinikanth on Friday said the BJP has not invited him to join the party, but insisted efforts were being made to paint him with "saffron", the idealogical colour the national party is associated with. (Photo: File)

'Will not get trapped': Rajinikanth to BJP on attempts being made to saffronise him

Also, the party had posted a picture of Thiruvalluvar in saffron robes with sacred ash on his forehead.

08 Nov 2019 12:51 PM

Congress pushes saffron agenda in Madhya Pradesh

The heads of the colleges and universities have also been told to put restrictions on political activities.

10 Mar 2019 5:01 AM

Crocus sativus L, also known as saffron, is the world's most expensive spice and is known for its antispasmodic, antiseptic, antidepressant and anticancer properties. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Saffron beneficial in treating ADHD

The vivid crimson spice, saffron can be a promising herbal alternative for treating ADHD: Study.

23 Feb 2019 5:11 PM

Saffron growers in Kashmir. (Photo: H.U. Naqash)

Kashmir Valley’s prized crop saffron goes to seed

The ideal environment for cultivation of saffron is cool dry climate and rich soil with excellent drainage and organic content.

12 Nov 2018 12:03 AM

Congress president Rahul Gandhi with party leaders Kamal Nath and Jyotiraditya Scindia offering prayers at Mahakaleshwar temple in Ujjain.

‘Saffron avatar’ of MP Congress gives big headache to BJP

Struck by “disbelief” on seeing the Congress campaign, Mr Jabbar may not be off-the-mark in his observation.

03 Nov 2018 1:17 AM

Congress fumes as Mahatma Gandhi statue painted saffron in UP

Local Congress workers gathered at the spot in huge numbers and they blamed the local BJP leaders for the act.

04 Aug 2018 1:36 AM

Saffron can be bought whole in threads or strands (stigmas) or in powdered form.

For the love of saffron

The most expensive spice in the world — saffron — has many benefits and a unique flavour to offer.

27 May 2018 4:35 AM

BJP workers celebrate with colours outside party office. (Photo: PTI)

Saffron wave sweeps coast

Mr Rajesh Naik of Bantwal was the other giant killer, defeating district in-charge minister B. Ramanath Rai by a margin of 15,971 votes.

16 May 2018 2:34 AM

The move invited sharp criticism from the Opposition, which questioned the timing of the order and alleged that it was taken on political considerations.

UP paints BR Ambedkar saffron, sets off row

SP MLA and party spokesman Sunil Singh Sajan said that the UP government was now adding a saffron touch to even dalit ideologues, which was shameful.

10 Apr 2018 6:01 AM

Chemicals could be used to enhance colour, texture or taste. (Photo: Pixabay)

This Holi, avoid being a victim of food adulteration

While Holi is a time for merriment, we should also be alert about what we eat.

24 Feb 2018 11:45 AM

Titled “Mere Deendayal” after Deendayal Upadhyay, the quiz seeks to raise awareness about him and the schemes of the BJP-led state government and Centre.

Saffron agenda push via quiz in MP draws flak

The Congress has opposed the BJYM’s plan, citing a “conspiracy” to “brainwash” and “saffronise” the tender minds of students in schools and colleges.

12 Dec 2017 12:50 AM

Now UP primary school textbooks turn saffron

According to sources in the basic education department, text books will have a saffron cover because the colour encourages a positive energy.

14 Nov 2017 12:30 AM

According to UPPCL, there are over 30,000 colonies where legitimate electricity connections are to be provided.

After buses, electricity poles to go saffron in UP

It has now become an established practice to paint public utilities in the color of the ruling political party in the state.

02 Sep 2017 3:22 AM

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. (Photo: PTI)

Saffron-clad look causes misconceptions, will win everyone's heart: Adityanath

'We would spread a new idiom of happiness and prosperity," the 44-year-old UP CM, considered a Hindutva hardliner, said.

03 Apr 2017 8:42 PM

UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath (Photo: AP)

Saffron surge in UP: People queue up for Yogi kurta, Modi jacket

The recent Assembly session showed how dominant the colour is with majority of the 325 MLAs of the ruling alliance turning up in shades of saffron.

02 Apr 2017 1:19 AM

1 of 1

Columns

Syed Ata Hasnain

saffron