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Canada:Official language status sought for Punjabi

Canada:Official language status sought for Punjabi

Rediff.com26 Feb 2008

"Punjabi's popularity is growing by leaps and bounds in Canada. From Parliament to State Assemblies and other places, the use of Punjabi is spreading. You can see signs at the city halls, hospitals, banks, credit unions in Punjabi; they read, 'We speak Punjabi'. So it is really encouraging," Punjabi Language Educators' Association president Balwant Sanghera said.

10 Songs to Spice Up Your Diwali Party

10 Songs to Spice Up Your Diwali Party

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

If you're hosting a Diwali party, you need a chartbuster playlist to make it a night to remember.

Review: Rishi-Paresh can't rescue Patel Ki Punjabi Shaadi

Review: Rishi-Paresh can't rescue Patel Ki Punjabi Shaadi

Rediff.com15 Sep 2017

The camaraderie between Paresh Rawal and Rishi Kapoor makes Patel Ki Punjabi Shaadi a strictly one-time watch.

Now watch the latest Die Hard in Punjabi!

Now watch the latest Die Hard in Punjabi!

Rediff.com8 Dec 2012

A Good Day To Die Hard is set for release on February 22, 2013.

Navratri, Day 9: Hina, Priyanka Are Perfect In Purple

Navratri, Day 9: Hina, Priyanka Are Perfect In Purple

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Today's colour is a vibrant purple, which is considered to be a spiritual colour associated with the crown chakra.

Punjabi is Britain's third most spoken language

Punjabi is Britain's third most spoken language

Rediff.com31 Jan 2013

Punjabi has been revealed as the third most spoken language in the United Kingdom after English and Polish, according to 2011 census data released by the Office of National Statistics.

A 1971 War Hero Flies Into The Ages

A 1971 War Hero Flies Into The Ages

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Wing Commander Pratap Marathe's story is one of dedication, bravery, and humour, a shining example of the spirit of the Indian Air Force. Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd) salutes Wing Commander Marathe who passed into the ages last week.

So-called farmer leaders want to.....: SC slams Punjab over Dallewal fast

So-called farmer leaders want to.....: SC slams Punjab over Dallewal fast

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

The Supreme Court criticized the Punjab government for making irresponsible statements regarding farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal's indefinite fast and questioned the intentions of some farmer leaders. The court emphasized that it never directed Dallewal to break his fast but expressed concern for his health and urged medical aid. The bench expressed frustration over the government's attempts to create an impression that they were persuading Dallewal to end his fast, despite the court's directives to provide medical aid.

No onion recipe: How to make Punjabi Aloo Samosa

No onion recipe: How to make Punjabi Aloo Samosa

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

Rediff reader Annapoorni, 51 from Polibetta, Karnataka shared this interesting recipe.

Twitter blocks accounts of Punjabi singer JazzyB, 3 others

Twitter blocks accounts of Punjabi singer JazzyB, 3 others

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

Twitter has blocked accounts of Punjabi rapper JazzyB, Sydney-based hip-hop artist L-Fresh the Lion and two others following demands by the Indian government.

'I No Longer Need To Work For Money'

'I No Longer Need To Work For Money'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

'I used to think I'll become a big heroine by 21-22, then I'll make a big, successful movie and then I would buy a house.' 'But when this was not happening for me, it was heartbreaking.'

Bestie's Shaadi? Sukriti, Sreeleela Have Some Tips

Bestie's Shaadi? Sukriti, Sreeleela Have Some Tips

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

From vibrant lehengas to sassy saris, celebs provide bookmark-worthy references for anyone seeking to shine while complementing the bride on her special day.

When Shah Rukh Khan Visited Bungalow

When Shah Rukh Khan Visited Bungalow

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

'I told him I would send the food to his hotel, he said, "No, I want to experience the hospitality".' 'He came and sat and I just kept staring.' 'He said, "Tu baith mere saath".' 'When I sat down with him we both looked up at the glass ceiling. And do you know what we saw?'

Delhi AQI 'severe' for 3rd day, GRAP-III curbs imposed

Delhi AQI 'severe' for 3rd day, GRAP-III curbs imposed

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

Curbs under Stage III include a ban on non-essential construction and demolition, closure of stone crushers and mining activities in Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR).

Punjabi Singer Moosewala's 6th shooter arrested

Punjabi Singer Moosewala's 6th shooter arrested

Rediff.com10 Sep 2022

Deepak alias Mundi, who managed to hoodwink the police so far, was caught along with two of his associates from the West Bengal-Nepal border.

Who Is This Girl With Varun?

Who Is This Girl With Varun?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

Alaya is a 'brat'... Plabita needs some sunshine... Vijay gets the blues...

Bandaa Singh Chaudhary Review: Disappointing!

Bandaa Singh Chaudhary Review: Disappointing!

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

Bandaa Singh Chaudhary compromises on its hard realism to go after an easily digestible, mass, entertainer that ultimately undoes everything that the film had set out to say, sighs Mayur Sanap.

Delhi air quality plummets to alarming levels despite curbs

Delhi air quality plummets to alarming levels despite curbs

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

Delhi's air quality plummeted to alarming levels on Tuesday after 24 days, with many areas witnessing a significant spike in pollution despite the strictest measures, including a ban on construction activities and the entry of trucks into the city, coming into force.

Why Wasn't Arshdeep Picked For Australia?

Why Wasn't Arshdeep Picked For Australia?

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Having a left-arm quick of Singh's calibre gives the bowling attack the much-needed heft and variety. It's like having another bow in Team India's quiver, notes Vishal Menon.

Delhi's air quality worsens as people defy Diwali firecracker ban

Delhi's air quality worsens as people defy Diwali firecracker ban

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

The city's air quality dropped to the "very poor" category, with an Air Quality Index of 330 at 10 pm.

'What An Engineer Earns In A Month, We Earn In 2 Hours'

'What An Engineer Earns In A Month, We Earn In 2 Hours'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

'The more popular, the more work, the more money.'

Salman-Kareena's Punjabi nikaah!

Salman-Kareena's Punjabi nikaah!

Rediff.com21 Apr 2004

93 Punjabi illegal entrants languish in US jails

93 Punjabi illegal entrants languish in US jails

Rediff.com28 Aug 2014

'The Punjab government should initiate proper implementation of the Punjab Prevention of Human Smuggling Bill to save youth from fraudulent travel agents and the human trafficking mafia.'

'Chamkila wouldn't have been possible without Diljit'

'Chamkila wouldn't have been possible without Diljit'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

'Rahman was a guiding star. He was a co-film-maker rather than just a music director.'

Kisan panchayat called on Jan 4 as Dallewal's hunger strike enters Day 34

Kisan panchayat called on Jan 4 as Dallewal's hunger strike enters Day 34

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

Jagjit Singh Dallewal, a farmer leader, is on an indefinite hunger strike that has entered its 34th day. The Supreme Court has criticized the Punjab government for not shifting Dallewal to a hospital, while farmer leaders have said they are following Gandhian principles and it is up to the government to decide whether to use force to evict him. The farmers are protesting for several demands, including a legal guarantee for a minimum support price (MSP) for crops. The protests have reached a decisive stage, with the SKM (Non-Political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha calling for a Punjab bandh on Monday.

Recipe: Punjabi Style Dal Makhani

Recipe: Punjabi Style Dal Makhani

Rediff.com13 Sep 2021

This creamy, buttery gravy goes well with jeera rice or roti.

PIX: Kamya Punjabi attends Pratyusha's prayer meet

PIX: Kamya Punjabi attends Pratyusha's prayer meet

Rediff.com2 Apr 2017

PRatyusha Banerjee committed on April 1, 2016.

Ganesh Festival: 10 Days, 10 Ways To Dress Up

Ganesh Festival: 10 Days, 10 Ways To Dress Up

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

It's that time of the year again when Ganesh Chaturthi festivities brighten every corner of town and prayers, prasad and pretty clothes are on every faith and fashion enthusiast's mind.

NRI shot at in front of wife and son in Amritsar

NRI shot at in front of wife and son in Amritsar

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

A bullet each hit Singh in the head and near the chest. Singh was rushed to a private hospital, police said. He is currently out of danger.

MT Vasudevan Nair, Suzuki, ex-CJI Khehar Singh get Padma Vibhushan

MT Vasudevan Nair, Suzuki, ex-CJI Khehar Singh get Padma Vibhushan

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday approved 139 Padma awards including seven Padma Vibhushans, 19 Padma Bhushans and 113 Padma Shris.

'Ratan and I Were Good Chums'

'Ratan and I Were Good Chums'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Arun Maira who worked for 25 years with the Tata Group, remembers his early years with Ratan Tata.

Tamannaah, Kiara, Kriti Give Us Ganpati Fashion

Tamannaah, Kiara, Kriti Give Us Ganpati Fashion

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

Bollywood's divas have been giving us #FashionGoals for the Ganpati festival.

Meet Armaan Malik And His Wives

Meet Armaan Malik And His Wives

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

YouTuber Armaan Malik is already among the top contenders on Bigg Boss OTT 3.

The Zakir Bhai I Knew

The Zakir Bhai I Knew

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Ustad Zakir Hussain's story will be told in a thousand ways by each person who met him, loved him, spent time with him, got to know him and shared some precious time off stage with him, says Maanveer Singh.

What does Bollywood have against the Punjabis?

What does Bollywood have against the Punjabis?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2014

Does Bollywood have a Punjab fixation? We've seen it so many times in the movies.

Are Punjabi pop songs promoting its drug culture?

Are Punjabi pop songs promoting its drug culture?

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

'Almost 60 per cent of 2,000 songs had references to drugs and violence.'

Punjabi singer shot at in Mohali

Punjabi singer shot at in Mohali

Rediff.com14 Apr 2018

The singer, who shot to fame with his song Gaal Nee Kadhnai, was admitted to a private hospital in Mohali with a bullet injury.

Review: Second Hand Husband puts the fun in Punjabi

Review: Second Hand Husband puts the fun in Punjabi

Rediff.com3 Jul 2015

Second Hand Husband is entertaining in parts, says Nishi Tiwari.

How Haryana Win Revives Modi Aura

How Haryana Win Revives Modi Aura

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

BIf you know this BJP, it will now go forward to Jharkhand and Maharashtra as if June 2024 never happened, notes Shekhar Gupta.

Why rise of Punjabi Taliban worries India, ISI

Why rise of Punjabi Taliban worries India, ISI

Rediff.com10 Nov 2010

With cracks emerging in the Lashkar-e-Tayiba, its operatives are now joining the Punjabi Taliban, which is a growing threat not only for Indian but also Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence