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ISL: Jamshedpur FC edge Punjab; East Bengal crush SC Delhi

ISL: Jamshedpur FC edge Punjab; East Bengal crush SC Delhi

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

Jamshedpur FC and East Bengal secured victories in their respective Indian Super League matches, with Jamshedpur edging past Punjab FC and East Bengal defeating Sporting Club Delhi.

Punjab Police Nab Two with Illegal Weapons; Pakistan Link Suspected

Punjab Police Nab Two with Illegal Weapons; Pakistan Link Suspected

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Moga police arrested two individuals and recovered illegal weapons from their possession. Preliminary investigation suggests a possible link to a Pakistan-based handler.

When A Pakistani Coached Punjab's Cricket Team!

When A Pakistani Coached Punjab's Cricket Team!

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

'The Pakistani team visited India in 2005-2006, and there was a grand dinner. He urged me to get on stage and speak on behalf of the Punjab Cricket Association!' 'Imagine, a coach from Pakistan speaking on behalf of the PCA!'

Pak-backed drug cartel busted in Punjab; soldier, ex-cop among 6 held

Pak-backed drug cartel busted in Punjab; soldier, ex-cop among 6 held

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

Punjab Police have dismantled a heroin trafficking network, arresting six individuals including an Army man and a dismissed police personnel. The operation uncovered links to Pakistan-based smugglers using drones to deliver heroin.

NRI woman fights off late-night robbers with sword in Punjab

NRI woman fights off late-night robbers with sword in Punjab

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

An NRI woman in Ludhiana, Punjab, bravely thwarted an alleged robbery attempt by wielding a sword against two bike-borne individuals who were following her car.

Why Former IAS Officer Cheema's Move Strengthens Shiromani Akali Dal

Why Former IAS Officer Cheema's Move Strengthens Shiromani Akali Dal

Rediff.com1 days ago

Former IAS officer Kanwaljeet Singh Cheema joins the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), with party president Sukhbir Singh Badal highlighting his administrative experience and criticising the AAP government's performance in Punjab.

Punjab AAP leader Lucky Oberoi shot 8-10 times in his car, dies

Punjab AAP leader Lucky Oberoi shot 8-10 times in his car, dies

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

The incident took place in the morning, a senior police official from Jalandhar said over the phone.

Ranji Trophy: Gill misfires as Saurashtra hammer Punjab

Ranji Trophy: Gill misfires as Saurashtra hammer Punjab

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Star batter Shubman Gill endured his second successive unproductive outing as Punjab faltered against Saurashtra spinners, going down by 194 runs on the second day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match, in Rajkot, on Friday.

Gill to play Punjab's Ranji game from Thursday

Gill to play Punjab's Ranji game from Thursday

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

With three league games still to be played, the former champions would need outright victories in all their remaining fixtures to harbour any realistic chance of making it to the knockout stage.

Man Arrested in Connection with Delhi Firing, Extortion Plot

Man Arrested in Connection with Delhi Firing, Extortion Plot

Rediff.com1 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested a 26-year-old man wanted in connection with a firing incident in Jagatpuri, Delhi, related to an extortion attempt allegedly orchestrated by a Punjab-based gangster.

Ranji Trophy: Padikkal to lead K'taka against Punjab

Ranji Trophy: Padikkal to lead K'taka against Punjab

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Padikkal replaces Agarwal as Karnataka skipper; Injured Karun to miss Punjab game

Punjab Kesari gets SC shield: 'Newspapers cannot be stopped'

Punjab Kesari gets SC shield: 'Newspapers cannot be stopped'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

The Supreme Court intervened to protect the Punjab Kesari newspaper from coercive actions by the Punjab government and its pollution control board, ensuring its continued publication.

Rajasthan Royals' Sam Curran set to miss IPL 2026 with injury

Rajasthan Royals' Sam Curran set to miss IPL 2026 with injury

Rediff.com16 hours ago

Rajasthan Royals have suffered a major setback ahead of IPL 2026, with England all-rounder Sam Curran likely to miss the entire tournament due to a suspected groin injury.

Two arrested after Chandigarh property dealer murder

Two arrested after Chandigarh property dealer murder

Rediff.com1 days ago

Two shooters involved in the murder of a property dealer in Chandigarh were arrested in Haryana following a shootout with police. The suspects, Rajan alias Piyush Pehalwan and Pritam Shah, were traced to Kaithal and sustained bullet injuries during the exchange of fire. Police recovered weapons and a motorcycle from the accused. Gangster Lucky Patial claimed responsibility for the murder.

'Shreyas Iyer Is a Proven Cricketer': Pathan Backs PBKS Captain

'Shreyas Iyer Is a Proven Cricketer': Pathan Backs PBKS Captain

Rediff.com3 days ago

Irfan Pathan backs Shreyas Iyer to replicate last season's form for Punjab Kings in IPL 2026, saying the batter is already a proven cricketer who doesn't need the league to prove his place in India's T20I team.

Check Out IPL 2026 Schedule

Check Out IPL 2026 Schedule

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Board of Control for Cricket in India announced the schedule for the first 20 games to be played from March 28 to April 12, 2026.

Punjab Kesari Tells AAP Govt: 'We Won't Be Cowed Down'

Punjab Kesari Tells AAP Govt: 'We Won't Be Cowed Down'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

'If you want to force the press into blacking out the Opposition's views or colour the news to your own liking, we will not do so.' 'We stand by freedom of expression. It is our Constitutional right. We stand by our Constitutional right.'

VHT semis: Vishvaraj Jadeja stars as Saurashtra outclass Punjab

VHT semis: Vishvaraj Jadeja stars as Saurashtra outclass Punjab

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Vishvaraj Jadeja struck a crafty hundred as Saurashtra thrashed Punjab by nine wickets to storm into the final of the Vijay Hazare Trophy in Bengaluru on Friday.

Punjab demolish Madhya Pradesh to enter Vijay Hazare semis

Punjab demolish Madhya Pradesh to enter Vijay Hazare semis

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Punjab came up with a clinical performance with both bat and ball to thrash Madhya Pradesh by 183 runs to storm into the semi-finals of the Vijay Hazare Trophy,

Rahul slams fighting fifty but Karnataka on shaky ground vs Punjab

Rahul slams fighting fifty but Karnataka on shaky ground vs Punjab

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Karnataka on shaky ground against Punjab despite Rahul's fifty; Desai puts Saurashtra on cusp of win

Female student shot dead in Punjab law college, classmate critical

Female student shot dead in Punjab law college, classmate critical

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

A law student in Punjab's Tarn Taran district allegedly shot and killed a female classmate inside their classroom before turning the gun on himself.

Roof Collapse at Pakistan Aid Centre Kills Eight Women

Roof Collapse at Pakistan Aid Centre Kills Eight Women

Rediff.com4 days ago

A roof collapse at a government building in Pakistan's Punjab province has resulted in the deaths of eight women and injuries to over 30 others. The women were gathered at the building to receive financial assistance under the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP).

Shubman Gill Joins Gujarat Titans for IPL 2026

Shubman Gill Joins Gujarat Titans for IPL 2026

Rediff.com4 days ago

Shubman Gill has joined the Gujarat Titans camp to prepare for the upcoming Indian Premier League 2026 season

Interstate Psychotropic Drug Supply Network Busted in Delhi

Interstate Psychotropic Drug Supply Network Busted in Delhi

Rediff.com5 days ago

Delhi Police have dismantled an interstate network involved in the illegal supply of psychotropic medicines, arresting four individuals and seizing a significant consignment of banned drugs.

ED Freezes Assets Worth 22,000 Crore in PACL Ponzi Scheme Investigation

ED Freezes Assets Worth 22,000 Crore in PACL Ponzi Scheme Investigation

Rediff.com10 hours ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached assets worth over Rs 22,000 crore in its money laundering investigation against PACL (Pearls Group), accused of running a Rs 48,000 crore ponzi scheme.

Badshah Joins Investigation Over 'Tateeree' Lyrics, Look Out Circular Withdrawn

Badshah Joins Investigation Over 'Tateeree' Lyrics, Look Out Circular Withdrawn

Rediff.com1 days ago

Rapper Badshah is under investigation regarding alleged objectionable content in his music video 'Tateeree'. The Punjab and Haryana High Court was informed that Badshah joined the investigation in Panchkula and that the Look Out Circular issued against him has been withdrawn.

Vijay Hazare semis: In-form Prabhsimran to be key for Punjab

Vijay Hazare semis: In-form Prabhsimran to be key for Punjab

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Riding on momentum gained from Mumbai win, Punjab to take on Saurashtra in VHT semis

8 Of India's Most Famous Eidgahs

8 Of India's Most Famous Eidgahs

Rediff.com1 days ago

A space designated or reserved for communal Eid day prayers, year after year is called an Eidgah or an Idgah and many an Indian city has a landmark, historic Eidgah.

Ghaziabad Bank Manager Killed After Dispute with Security Guard

Ghaziabad Bank Manager Killed After Dispute with Security Guard

Rediff.com3 days ago

A bank manager in Ghaziabad was shot dead by a security guard following disputes over salary and leave, leading to the arrest of the guard and an accomplice.

Man Axes Wife and Children in Pakistan Honour Killing

Man Axes Wife and Children in Pakistan Honour Killing

Rediff.com4 days ago

A man in Pakistan's Punjab province murdered his wife and five children with an axe, claiming it was an 'honour killing' due to suspicions of infidelity.

IPL 2026: 'KKR made big mistake letting Shreyas Iyer, Salt go'

IPL 2026: 'KKR made big mistake letting Shreyas Iyer, Salt go'

Rediff.com6 days ago

Former India captain Anil Kumble has criticised Kolkata Knight Riders for releasing key players Shreyas Iyer and Phil Salt after their IPL victory, suggesting it undermines their chances of future success. He also praises Shreyas Iyer's leadership and Cheteshwar Pujara compares SRH's opening pair to Kohli and Gayle.

CSK's Nathan Ellis ruled out of IPL 2026 with hamstring injury

CSK's Nathan Ellis ruled out of IPL 2026 with hamstring injury

Rediff.com1 days ago

Chennai Super Kings face a setback as Australian pacer Nathan Ellis is ruled out of the upcoming IPL season due to a hamstring injury.

High Court Refuses to Suspend Sentence of Kathua Rape-Murder Mastermind

High Court Refuses to Suspend Sentence of Kathua Rape-Murder Mastermind

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has dismissed a plea from Sanji Ram, the mastermind behind the 2018 rape and murder of an eight-year-old in Kathua, refusing to suspend his life sentence.

Pakistan Sees Increase in Child Abuse Cases in 2025

Pakistan Sees Increase in Child Abuse Cases in 2025

Rediff.com4 days ago

A non-profit organisation reports a rise in child abuse and gender-based violence cases across Pakistan in 2025, with Punjab province accounting for the majority of reported incidents.

AAP Government Faces Criticism for Painting Buses in Party Colours

AAP Government Faces Criticism for Painting Buses in Party Colours

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Opposition parties in Punjab, including SAD and Congress, have criticised the AAP government for allegedly misusing state funds by painting state-owned buses in the colours associated with the Aam Aadmi Party.

AIIMS Jammu Performs Complex Neurosurgery on Teen with Rare Tumour

AIIMS Jammu Performs Complex Neurosurgery on Teen with Rare Tumour

Rediff.com3 days ago

AIIMS Jammu successfully performed reconstructive neurosurgery on a 15-year-old girl suffering from a rare bony tumour affecting her forehead and eye socket, restoring her vision and facial symmetry.

Woman Dies After Fall From 13th Floor in Greater Noida

Woman Dies After Fall From 13th Floor in Greater Noida

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

A 25-year-old MBA student died after falling from her apartment in Greater Noida. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.

Shahyan Razmi Advances to CCI Snooker Classic Semis After Thrilling Victory

Shahyan Razmi Advances to CCI Snooker Classic Semis After Thrilling Victory

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Shahyan Razmi defeated Sahil Nayyar in the quarter-final of the CCI Snooker Classic, while Brijesh Damani and Digvijay Kadian also advanced to the semi-finals.

Gurdaspur Jeweller's Family Held Hostage in Rs 3 Crore Robbery

Gurdaspur Jeweller's Family Held Hostage in Rs 3 Crore Robbery

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Unidentified men held a jeweller's family hostage at gunpoint in Gurdaspur, Punjab, and stole cash and jewellery worth approximately Rs 3 crore, prompting criticism of the state's law and order situation.

Toor Throws Season's Best to Win Gold at Indian Open

Toor Throws Season's Best to Win Gold at Indian Open

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Tajinderpal Singh Toor won gold in the shot put at the Indian Open Throws Competition with a season's best throw. Damneet Singh narrowly missed the national hammer throw record.