News for 'Amar Singh'

Deva Review: Shahid Is Pushpa-fied!

Deva Review: Shahid Is Pushpa-fied!

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

Shahid's heft is the only thing that keeps up the momentum in a mediocre rehash, dumbed down by flimsy motive and mindless bravado, sighs Sukanya Verma.

CD case: Cops to take voice samples of Bhushan, Amar

CD case: Cops to take voice samples of Bhushan, Amar

Rediff.com1 Jun 2012

A Delhi court on Friday allowed the police to take voice samples of senior advocate Shanti Bhushan and politicians Mulayam Singh Yadav and Amar Singh for further investigation into the controversial CD case.

SC slams govt, RCom over Amar phone tapping

SC slams govt, RCom over Amar phone tapping

Rediff.com11 Feb 2011

The Supreme Court on Friday slammed the government for not cancelling the licence of Reliance Infocomm for illegally tapping the telephone of politician Amar Singh on the basis of forged orders. "Why didn't you cancel the licence of the service provider? It's gross negligence. Either the service provider was doing this deliberately or because of its incompetence on the basis of a letter full of errors," said the apex court.

Cash-for-vote: Delhi police arrests 'Amar's man'

Cash-for-vote: Delhi police arrests 'Amar's man'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2011

The Delhi Police on Sunday arrested Sanjeev Saxena, considered close to former Samajwadi Party leader Amar Singh, in connection with the 2008 cash-for-vote scam in Parliament.

Radhikka, Sharvari, Ananya Win Big

Radhikka, Sharvari, Ananya Win Big

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

The Bollywood Hungama OTT India Fest and India Entertainment Awards saw many winners, and the stars celebrate their wins on social media.

'Aamir Rushed Me To Hospital'

'Aamir Rushed Me To Hospital'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

'I couldn't see the injury but I knew it was bad from the expression on Aamir's face.'

Sonia has no role in hounding Big B: Amar

Sonia has no role in hounding Big B: Amar

Rediff.com1 Apr 2010

Expelled SP leader Amar Singh, who has been sending friendly signals to Congress leadership, on Thursday defended Sonia Gandhi in the row involving Amitabh Bachchan, saying he did not see her hand in "hounding" of the actor.

Parl panel has no plans to call Amar, Patel

Parl panel has no plans to call Amar, Patel

Rediff.com18 Aug 2008

The Parliamentary committee examining the cash-for-vote scam has no plans as of now to call Samajwadi Party leader Amar Singh and Congress leader Ahmed Patel for questioning.

Kumbh stampede: Many still missing even after 36 hours

Kumbh stampede: Many still missing even after 36 hours

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Several families continue their desperate search for their loved ones.

Cash-for-vote: Police seeks MHA's nod to quiz Amar

Cash-for-vote: Police seeks MHA's nod to quiz Amar

Rediff.com19 Jul 2011

Delhi Police has approached the Union home ministry seeking permission to question MP Amar Singh in the 2008 cash-for-vote scam.

Out, but not down, wily Amar cosies up to Cong

Out, but not down, wily Amar cosies up to Cong

Rediff.com3 Feb 2010

"It is not where the party president says something and the next day the exact opposite of what he had said happens. This gives out a bad image of party because it affects political credibility of the party," Singh told PTI in an interview.

BSP man asked Rs 5 cr to change statement: Amar

BSP man asked Rs 5 cr to change statement: Amar

Rediff.com25 Sep 2008

Giving a new twist to the cash-for-vote scam, Samajwadi Party leader Amar Singh on Tuesday claimed that a BSP worker demanded Rs 5 crore to change his version before a Parliamentary panel probing the matter.

Why no action against Bhushans in CD case, asks Amar

Why no action against Bhushans in CD case, asks Amar

Rediff.com8 Nov 2011

Raking up the controversial CD issue, expelled Samajwadi Party leader Amar Singh on Tuesday asked why the Delhi police was not taking action against lawyers Shanti Bhushan and Prashant Bhushan. "Since the Delhi police says that the CD -- in which Shanti Bhushan purportedly offered to manage a judge through his lawyer son Prashant -- is genuine, then their place is in Tihar jail and not next to Anna Hazare," he said.

Meet the first woman fighter pilot in LCA Tejas fleet

Meet the first woman fighter pilot in LCA Tejas fleet

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Up until recently, she was flying the MiG-21s and was recently posted to the LCA squadron deployed in Naliya air base in the Gujarat sector along the border with Pakistan.

Cash-for-votes: Police to file report on complaint against Amar

Cash-for-votes: Police to file report on complaint against Amar

Rediff.com10 Oct 2011

The Delhi police was directed on Monday by a local court to file a report on a complaint of a key prosecution witness in the 2008 cash-for-vote scam case that Rajya Sabha member of Parliament Amar Singh and others had threatened and kidnapped him ahead of his deposition before a Parliamentary committee.

Mulayam meets Kalyan Singh

Mulayam meets Kalyan Singh

Rediff.com21 Jan 2009

A day after Kalyan Singh quit the Bharatiya Janata Party, Samajwadi Party chief Mulayam Singh Yadav and general secretary Amar Singh met him amid indications that they may reach a political understanding ahead of the Lok Sabha polls.

'I Want To See Myself As What Johnny Depp Does'

'I Want To See Myself As What Johnny Depp Does'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

'I don't think I ever lost the confidence as an actor.'

Internet joke backfires miserably on Yuvraj and Co.

Internet joke backfires miserably on Yuvraj and Co.

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

A video showing Yuvraj Singh, Harbhajan Singh, and Raina mimicking physical discomfort by limping and holding their backs has resulted in a police complaint

8 Bishnoi gang shooters held in police crackdown

8 Bishnoi gang shooters held in police crackdown

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

Though the police have not found their links in Siddique's murder case as of now, the accused were being further interrogated, she said.

Mulayam meets Ajit Singh

Mulayam meets Ajit Singh

Rediff.com29 May 2003

Mulayam, who was accompanied by his trusted aide Amar Singh is understood to have discussed with Ajit Singh a plan to topple the Mayawati-led Bahujan Samaj Party-Bharatiya Janata Party coalition government in UP.

VVIP inmates must be kept with 'great caution' in Tihar: Delhi ex-chief cop

VVIP inmates must be kept with 'great caution' in Tihar: Delhi ex-chief cop

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

Several high-profile people, including Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, his former cabinet ministers Satyendar Jain and Manish Sisodia, are lodged in Tihar jail.

'Amar Jawan Jyoti is too sacred to be touched or relocated'

'Amar Jawan Jyoti is too sacred to be touched or relocated'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2022

'While National War Memorial is great, the memories of Amar Jawan Jyoti are indelible'

51,000 diyas form 'Batoge to Katoge' slogan at Varanasi ghat

51,000 diyas form 'Batoge to Katoge' slogan at Varanasi ghat

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

More than 51,000 diyas were lighted on Friday on Dev Deepawali at a Varanasi ghat to form 'Batoge to Katoge' -- a slogan given recently by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in a call apparently to Hindus to stay united.

Kalyan Singh meets Mulayam, fuels speculation

Kalyan Singh meets Mulayam, fuels speculation

Rediff.com18 Jan 2009

Dissident Bharatiya Janata Party leader Kalyan Singh on Sunday met Samajwadi Party chief Mulayam Singh Yadav amid growing apprehensions that the BJP's 'mandir-mandal' face may change sides in the run up to the Lok Sabha polls. Sources in BJP said that the meeting could have been triggered due to Kalyan's presumption of disciplinary action against him.

Kriti Sanon: Coming To Your Home Soon!

Kriti Sanon: Coming To Your Home Soon!

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

It's a mixed plate in theatres this October, and OTT has a lot of interesting releases coming up as well.

Ready For The Tribe?

Ready For The Tribe?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

From Vijay saving the day yet again to Vikramaditya Motwane's latest offering, here's everything you can watch on OTT this week.

Time Services Acted On Modi Diktat!

Time Services Acted On Modi Diktat!

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Almost five years later, the three services have still not fully understood that joint/theatre commands are not a discussion point; they are the prime minister's diktat on a military reform measure that is in line with what armed forces around the world have implemented, points out Ajai Shukla.

How Mulayam Singh Changed The Rules For Martyred Soldiers

How Mulayam Singh Changed The Rules For Martyred Soldiers

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

'His biggest contribution as defence minister was to change the rules of bringing martyred soldiers' bodies home.'

IAF's air show in Chennai turns tragic, 5 spectators die

IAF's air show in Chennai turns tragic, 5 spectators die

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

Several persons fainted and emergency workers carried them in stretches and provided care in shelters. Over 30 people were rushed to nearby government hospitals with symptoms of dehydration.

SEE: Rafale, Tejas, Sukhoi dazzle crowds at Marina beach

SEE: Rafale, Tejas, Sukhoi dazzle crowds at Marina beach

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

A spectacular aerial display showcasing the prowess and manoeuvrability of the Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft over the iconic Marina sky captivated the hearts of Chennaiites who turned up in thousands on a sultry Sunday and witnessed the IAF's range of new aircraft including Rafale, roar in action.

Denied Cong ticket, Channi's brother to contest independently

Denied Cong ticket, Channi's brother to contest independently

Rediff.com16 Jan 2022

In its first list of 86 candidates, the Congress on Saturday gave the ticket to party MLA Gurpreet Singh GP from Bassi Pathana (SC) seat.

India maintained assertive approach along LAC in 2024

India maintained assertive approach along LAC in 2024

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

In a year bookended by intractable conflicts and geopolitical fragmentation, India focused on ramping up military prowess by broadly firming up defence procurement worth Rs 4.22 lakh crore even as Indian and Chinese militaries completed pulling back their troops from border face-off points in eastern Ladakh.

Sonia tapping our phones: Mulayam Singh

Sonia tapping our phones: Mulayam Singh

Rediff.com30 Dec 2005

Yadav alleged that the intelligence bureau was being used for the purpose.

Vyapam case: Five get 7-year jail in 2013 cop recruitment test scam

Vyapam case: Five get 7-year jail in 2013 cop recruitment test scam

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

The court also imposed a fine of Rs 10,000 each, public prosecutor Manuji Upadhyay said in a statement, adding that 32 witnesses were examined along with 220 documents and items.

Sea of people in Saifai for Mulayam Singh Yadav's last rites

Sea of people in Saifai for Mulayam Singh Yadav's last rites

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

Frequent chants of "netaji amar rahe, amar rahe amar rahe (long live netaji!)" by lakhs of people rent the air.

J'khand to vote in final phase on Wednesday; fate of Soren to be sealed

J'khand to vote in final phase on Wednesday; fate of Soren to be sealed

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

The final round of voting for the Jharkhand Assembly elections is taking place on Wednesday, with the JMM-Congress-RJD coalition seeking to retain power while the BJP-led NDA aims to take control. The election will decide the fate of Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, his wife, and several other candidates. Key issues during the campaign included alleged infiltration from Bangladesh, corruption, and Hindutva.

BJP list: 33 sitting MPs dropped; Mandaviya fielded from Porbandar

BJP list: 33 sitting MPs dropped; Mandaviya fielded from Porbandar

Rediff.com3 Mar 2024

It dropped sitting MP from Guna, Krishnapal Singh Yadav, to field Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia from the seat.

Pak ex-prez Musharraf's UP land auctioned for Rs 1.38 cr

Pak ex-prez Musharraf's UP land auctioned for Rs 1.38 cr

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Baraut's sub-divisional magistrate Amar Verma confirmed Musharraf's grandfather lived in Kotana.

Raj Babbar meets V P Singh, Pawar

Raj Babbar meets V P Singh, Pawar

Rediff.com11 Feb 2006

Seeking to firm up a new political address after his suspension from Samajwadi Party, actor-turned-politician Raj Babbar Friday met former prime minister V P Singh and Nationalist Congress Party chief Sharad Pawar.

BJP and Left helping BSP: Mulayam Singh

BJP and Left helping BSP: Mulayam Singh

Rediff.com20 Jul 2008

"The two Lals (Advani and the Left parties) have joined hands and are strengthening the haathi (elephant)," SP leader Amar Singh told media-persons after attending a meeting of the United Progressive Alliance held at External Affairs Minister Pranab Mukherjee's residence in Delhi.