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Centre says no final call on Chandigarh proposal amid Punjab uproar

In the line of fire over its move on Chandigarh's administrative structure, the Centre on Sunday said no final decision has been taken on the proposal and asserted that it does not aim to change......

Haryana seeks CBI probe into death of Punjab ex-DGP's son

The Haryana government has written to the Centre, recommending a Central Bureau of Investigation probe into the death of the son of former Punjab DGP Mohammad Mustafa, sources said on Thursday.......

Punjab, Haryana cops clash over custody of forgery accused

Punjab Police and Chandigarh Police got into a minor scuffle on Tuesday over the custody of a Rajasthan native who is accused of filing his Rajya Sabha polls nomination with forged signatures.......

Punjab cops foil terror attack, 2 ISI-backed men captured with RPGL

The Punjab police on Tuesday said it has nabbed two terror operatives and seized a rocket-propelled grenade along with the launcher, which was intended for a "targeted" attack. IMAGE: The......

India Set for Colder Plains, Warmer Hills

The winters could be cooler in the plains due to the prevailing La Nina conditions though it does not have a direct relationship and also due to influence of the polar vortex. IMAGE: People warm......

PSBs record 9% growth in profit to Rs 49,456 cr in Q2

State Bank of India-led public sector banks posted a record cumulative profit of Rs 49,456 crore in the second quarter of the current fiscal, reflecting a 9 per cent year-on-year growth despite two......

'For FY26, We Expect Corporate Loan Book Upto Rs 4 Tn'

'We currently have new proposals worth Rs 1.48 trillion in the pipeline.' Punjab National Bank (PNB) is witnessing strong momentum across retail, micro, small and medium enterprise (MSME), and......

M&M, Manulife to form life insurance JV with 7,200 crore investment

Canadian firm Manulife and Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M), an Indian automaker with interests in financial services, have signed an agreement to form a 50:50 life insurance joint venture (JV) with a......

Private Talent At PSU Banks Is Welcome, But...

Opening up the corner office is fine, but will the government be able to attract talent without giving a market-rate salary?, asks Tamal Bandyopadhyay. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff In......

Antwerp court clears fugitive jeweller Mehul Choksi's extradition

A court in Antwerp on Friday cleared the extradition of fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi, noting that his arrest by the Belgian authorities on India's request was valid, officials in the know of......

Centre to decide on plea against '120 Bahadur' certification in 2 days

The Centre told the Punjab and Haryana high court on Monday that it will decide within two days a representation of petitioners who have challenged the certification and release of the upcoming......

Dharmendra Was The He-Man Of Bollywood

IMAGE: Dharmendra and Asha Parekh in Aaye Din Bahar Ke. Simply put, Dharmendra's demise means the loss of one of the biggest icons ever in the Hindi film firmament. His incredible career straddled......

DDLJ Is Not Just About Love

'It is a beautiful balance between traditional old-world sanskaars, and new generations opening up to new worlds without renouncing respect,' observes Sandeep Goyal. IMAGE: Shah Rukh Khan as Raj......

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

'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......

Film Body Wants Diljit Dosanjh Banned; He Reacts

IMAGE: Diljit Dosanjh with Hania Aamir in Sardaarji 3. Amid a storm surrounding his collaboration with Pakistani actress Hania Aamir, singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh has taken to social media with a......

Delhi-Born Chaudhary Creates Sheffield Shield History!

IMAGE: Nikhil Chaudhary hit a 184-ball 163, his maiden first-class century for Tasmania in the Sheffield Shield. Photograph: Kind Courtesy Tasmanian Tigers/X All-rounder Nikhil Chaudhary, playing......

Beware South Africa! Gill Sets The Nets On Fire

With free public access, nearly 5,000 fans roared as Gill stepped out and deposited balls into galleries, at times overshadowing power-hitter Shivam Dube during their rotational practice session.......

Big Guns Return, Selection Calls in Focus Ahead of SA T20Is

IMAGE: Shubman Gill returns to the Indian team after being sidelined due to neck injury suffered during the opening Test against South Africa last month. Photograph: BCCI/X The return of Shubman......

Fix It Up! ISL Clubs Give Dire Warning To AIFF

'The viability of the clubs and indeed the future of the ISL and the Indian football ecosystem depends on immediate steps being placed before the Hon'ble Supreme Court.' IMAGE: Indian Super......

IPL Retentions: Who Are In, Who Are Out?

IMAGE: The IPL franchises set the tone for the 2026 season by releasing their player retention list. Photograph: ANI Photo As the much-anticipated new IPL season draws near, excitement is once......