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IPL 2025: Meet The Punjab Kings Squad

IPL 2025: Meet The Punjab Kings Squad

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

This squad is by far one of the most compact in Punjab's IPL history and with the tactical genius of Ricky Ponting at the helm, it will be a folly to write them off at any time of the competition.

Fit-again Musheer targets IPL glory with Punjab Kings

Fit-again Musheer targets IPL glory with Punjab Kings

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Having recovered completely from an injury following a car accident, Mumbai's Musheer Khan is determined to make an impact in his maiden IPL season.

Preity, Ponting, Ness, Burman Rejoice!

Preity, Ponting, Ness, Burman Rejoice!

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Punjab Kings' players and owners were ecstatic as Captain Shreyas Iyer's match-winning powered them to victory against the Mumbai Indians.

Punjab: US deportees, families stare at huge debt, shattered dreams

Punjab: US deportees, families stare at huge debt, shattered dreams

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Families of illegal immigrants from Punjab who were deported from the US are facing a crushing debt they took to facilitate their travel to America. They allege that travel agents used unfair means to facilitate the youths' travel without their knowledge and are seeking strict action against them. The families are burdened by the debt they took on hoping for a better future and are appealing to the government for help.

ISL: Jamshedpur seal thrilling victory over Punjab FC

ISL: Jamshedpur seal thrilling victory over Punjab FC

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Siverio struck in the first half added time (45+4) and 84th minutes, while Ezequiel Vidal pulled one back for Punjab FC in the 46th minute.

'Throughout The Day, There's Music Playing In My Head'

'Throughout The Day, There's Music Playing In My Head'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'I played five different versions of Woh Subah Kabhie Toh Aayegi for Raj Kapoor, only to be greeted with a totally blank reaction.' 'Thereafter, for 40 minutes, he disappeared, leaving us baffled.' 'But when he emerged, he couldn't stop appreciating our efforts!' 'He said Sahir Ludhianvi's writing was sheer poetry and since all my five tunes were equally wonderful, he would leave it to my discretion to chose the final tune.' 'What could be greater appreciation for an artiste?'

The secret behind Abhishek Sharma's IPL explosion

The secret behind Abhishek Sharma's IPL explosion

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Abhishek Sharma opened up about a small but meaningful habit-pulling out a chit from his pocket after scoring a century in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Alert Punjab cop thwarted Badal's murder bid

Alert Punjab cop thwarted Badal's murder bid

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

An alert Punjab Police ASI thwarted a murderous bid on Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal at the Golden Temple in Amritsar on Wednesday. The incident took place while Badal was sitting on a wheelchair due to a fractured leg. The attacker, Narain Singh Chaura, a former terrorist, was overpowered by the ASI before he could fire his weapon. The incident has sparked controversy, with the opposition party criticizing the ruling AAP government's security measures.

East Bengal stun Punjab in spectacular comeback win

East Bengal stun Punjab in spectacular comeback win

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

East Bengal scored four second half goals to recorded a sensational come-from-behind victory, beating Punjab FC 4-2 in their Indian Super League (ISL) match at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (VYBK) stadium in Kolkata on Tuesday.

K L Rahul set to miss Ranji Trophy match vs Punjab

K L Rahul set to miss Ranji Trophy match vs Punjab

Rediff.com18 Jan 2025

K L Rahul is likely to miss Karnataka's Ranji Trophy match against Punjab, starting on Thursday, to continue his recovery from an elbow niggle.

Punjab lifter Mehak Sharma on a record-breaking spree

Punjab lifter Mehak Sharma on a record-breaking spree

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Sets four new national records at National Games in Dehradun.

'India Will Destroy Anything Of Value In Pakistan'

'India Will Destroy Anything Of Value In Pakistan'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

'If you fire two missiles at Jamnagar or ten missiles there, what do you think India will do?' 'India will fire 500 missiles on Tarbela and Mangla, destroy the Sukkur Barrage, destroy Karachi port.' 'When you start issuing threats, it should be with some sense and sensibility.' 'You shouldn't just shoot your mouth off just because you have appointed yourself field marshal.'

Who Will Win IPL 2025 Final? VOTE!

Who Will Win IPL 2025 Final? VOTE!

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Will Kohli ends RCB's long wait for a title? Or will Shreyas produce another match winning knock for Punjab Kings in the final?

Rahul opens up on ED chargesheet against brother-in-law Robert Vadra

Rahul opens up on ED chargesheet against brother-in-law Robert Vadra

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accuses the government of a politically motivated witch-hunt against his brother-in-law Robert Vadra after the Enforcement Directorate filed a chargesheet against him in a money laundering case.

Dallewal's fast: SC holds rare hearing, gives ultimatum to Punjab govt

Dallewal's fast: SC holds rare hearing, gives ultimatum to Punjab govt

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

The Supreme Court on Saturday gave the Punjab government time till December 31 to persuade farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who has been fasting for over a month, to shift to hospital.

ISL: Rodriguez powers Bagan past 10-man Punjab FC

ISL: Rodriguez powers Bagan past 10-man Punjab FC

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Rodriguez's brace powers Mohun Bagan Super Giant past 10-man Punjab FC

'Turbaned Tornado' Fauja Singh laid to rest in Jalandhar

'Turbaned Tornado' Fauja Singh laid to rest in Jalandhar

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

The last rites of marathon legend Fauja Singh were held in Jalandhar on Sunday following his tragic death in a road accident on July 14.

'Saiyaara Stars Are Ready To Take Over Bollywood'

'Saiyaara Stars Are Ready To Take Over Bollywood'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'They were born stars the day they were selected for this film.'

IPS officer, who played key role in Op Sindoor, to head RAW

IPS officer, who played key role in Op Sindoor, to head RAW

Rediff.com28 Jun 2025

Jain currently heads RAW's Aviation Research Centre (ARC), which deals with aerial surveillance, among others.

Top 18 states' revenues to grow 7-9% in FY26: Crisil

Top 18 states' revenues to grow 7-9% in FY26: Crisil

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

India's 18 largest states, accounting for over 90 per cent of the country's gross state domestic product (GSDP), are likely to record a marginal uptick in revenue growth to 7-9 per cent this year, from 6.6 per cent clocked in 2024-25 (FY25), rating agency Crisil said in a report on Tuesday. This growth, slower than the decadal average of about 10 per cent, would lift these states' cumulative revenue to around Rs 40 trillion in FY26 from Rs 37.26 trillion in FY25.

Army honours 10-yr-old boy who helped soldiers during Op Sindoor

Army honours 10-yr-old boy who helped soldiers during Op Sindoor

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

The Indian Army will bear the study expenses of a ten-year-old boy, Shvan Singh, who supplied meals to soldiers during Operation Sindoor. The army's Golden Arrow Division has committed to fully sponsor Shvan's education in recognition of his courage and enthusiasm.

AB de Villiers lights up WCL, sparks comeback chants

AB de Villiers lights up WCL, sparks comeback chants

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

AB de Villiers isn't tempted to a return to international cricket or a high-profile tournament like the Indian Premier League (IPL) despite proving his insatiable appetite for piling up runs in the World Championship of Legends.

Your conduct does not inspire confidence, SC tells cash row judge

Your conduct does not inspire confidence, SC tells cash row judge

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

The Supreme Court questioned Justice Yashwant Varma's conduct regarding an in-house inquiry panel report that found him guilty of misconduct in a cash discovery row. The court raised concerns about his delayed challenge to the inquiry and the implications of the panel's recommendations.

Son of Sardaar 2 Review: Tiring Buffoonery

Son of Sardaar 2 Review: Tiring Buffoonery

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

The jokes don't land. The one-liners fall flat. And worse, nobody from the well-stacked cast looks like they are having fun, observes Mayur Sanap.

'Despite Massive Success, We Know So Little About Him'

'Despite Massive Success, We Know So Little About Him'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

'If you watch songs like Acha Ji Main Haari Chalo Maan Jao Na, Lag Ja Gale or Jhumka Gira Re, you'll notice they're not just a distraction. There's a story unfolding within them.'

CSK need to plug certain loopholes, admits Dhoni

CSK need to plug certain loopholes, admits Dhoni

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

CSK batting is sorted now because Ruturaj Gaikwad will be coming back: MS Dhoni

Cash haul row: Justice Yashwant Varma moves SC against inquiry report

Cash haul row: Justice Yashwant Varma moves SC against inquiry report

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

High court judge Yashwant Varma has denied before the SC-appointed inquiry panel his involvement in the discovery of huge cache of burnt currency notes from a storeroom in his official residence. A fire broke out at the judge's official bungalow at 30 Tughlak Crescent on the night of March 14, leading the cash discovery.

Manpreet drops 7 kilos, eyes LA Olympics at 36!

Manpreet drops 7 kilos, eyes LA Olympics at 36!

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Manpreet Singh, the second-most capped player in Indian hockey, has found a second wind by tweaking his lifestyle and diet.

Punjab DGP, MHA director meet fasting farmer leader Dallewal

Punjab DGP, MHA director meet fasting farmer leader Dallewal

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

The Punjab Police chief, Gaurav Yadav, and a senior officer from the Ministry of Home Affairs, Mayank Mishra, visited fasting farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal at the Khanauri border point between Punjab and Haryana. They enquired about his health and heard his demands. Dallewal has been on a fast-unto-death since November 26 to press the Centre to accept the agitating farmers' demands, including a legal guarantee of MSP on crops. The visit came after the Supreme Court directed the Centre and Punjab government representatives to meet Dallewal and provide him medical help.

Can Kohli end RCB's IPL title drought?

Can Kohli end RCB's IPL title drought?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Virat Kohli has been with RCB since the inaugural edition of the IPL in 2008, including nine seasons as captain of a franchise that made the finals in 2009, 2011 and 2016 but lost every time.

'Writing History Is Like Solving A Jigsaw Puzzle With A Third Of The Pieces Missing'

'Writing History Is Like Solving A Jigsaw Puzzle With A Third Of The Pieces Missing'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'When I undertook a study of temple desecration in precolonial India, it was not enough simply to document what temples were desecrated, by whom, when, and where.' 'It was also important to explore the total historical context of such incidents, with a view to discovering patterns, which in turn could reveal the reasons why they occurred.'

Minerva Academy FC Clinch World Youth Cup 2025

Minerva Academy FC Clinch World Youth Cup 2025

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

In a remarkable feat, Punjab's Minerva Academy FC on Saturday became the champions of Gothia Cup, touted as the World Youth Cup, in the boys under-14 category in Gothenburg, Sweden, two years after winning the U-13 title.

How numbers favour NDA in Vice Presidential election

How numbers favour NDA in Vice Presidential election

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

The ruling NDA is expected to win the upcoming election for the post of Vice President of India, following the resignation of Jagdeep Dhankhar.

Preity's Hugs for Kings!

Preity's Hugs for Kings!

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Punjab Kings qualified for the playoffs for the first time in 11 years.

'I Apologised To Sreesanth 200 Times'

'I Apologised To Sreesanth 200 Times'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

'What hurt me was when I met his daughter and I was talking to her with a lot of love and she said, "I don't want to talk to you. You hit my father".'

ISL: Punjab halt Mumbai City FC's winning run

ISL: Punjab halt Mumbai City FC's winning run

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

Never did Punjab FC embrace a defensive outlook despite their two-goal advantage, which is what perhaps helped them grab their third strike of the night.

The Train Action That Inspired Bhagat Singh

The Train Action That Inspired Bhagat Singh

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

One hundred years ago, a group of 10 revolutionaries carried out an operation that shook the British Empire. Utkarsh Mishra revisits the 'Kakori Conspiracy Case', a turning point in the armed struggle for independence.

Why Preity Zinta's Final Loss Hurts

Why Preity Zinta's Final Loss Hurts

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Preity Zinta, like Punjab Kings, is a fighter. Her disappointment today only adds to the fire for tomorrow. The tears she held back will likely fuel next season's charge. Because if there's one thing the IPL has taught us, it's that passion like hers doesn't fade. It only comes back louder.

IPL: Will this finally be Kohli and RCB's year?

IPL: Will this finally be Kohli and RCB's year?

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Virat Kohli inched closer to a maiden IPL title after Royal Challengers Bengaluru thrashed Punjab Kings by eight wickets in a lopsided Qualifier 1 match.

PIX: RCB, Kohli Fans Descend At Mullanpur

PIX: RCB, Kohli Fans Descend At Mullanpur

Rediff.com30 May 2025

there was no dearth of Kohli and RCB fans at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur during Qualifier 1 on Thursday.