News for 'Anurag Singh'

Anurag Thakur 'ineligible' for BFI's poll process

Anurag Thakur 'ineligible' for BFI's poll process

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

Attempts to include Anurag Thakur in the electoral college for the upcoming Boxing Federation of India elections were quashed after the former sports minister's name was not included in the final list approved by the returning officer on Thursday.

The New Girl In Varun Dhawan's Life

The New Girl In Varun Dhawan's Life

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

Varun Dhawan gets a new heroine in his upcoming film, Border 2, as Medha Rana makes her big screen debut.

True Stars Never Die

True Stars Never Die

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

'I have always broken my image every time I went on screen. I don't know what it means to be a Greek God but people used to call me one.'

'I Came Back From The Grave'

'I Came Back From The Grave'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

'I have more time in Bengaluru to write, away from the film industry in Mumbai that always pulls me down and makes me frustrated.'

Bareilly violence: 39 arrested, more than 2500 booked; flag marches held

Bareilly violence: 39 arrested, more than 2500 booked; flag marches held

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

The cleric's arrest on Saturday prompted administrations in neighbouring districts to go on high alert.

Mira's 'Life Lately' With Shahid

Mira's 'Life Lately' With Shahid

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Pooja and Siddhanth go trekking... Zahan spams us from London... Sara Tendulkar twins with Banita Sandhu...

Tension in UP's Bareilly as cops, locals clash outside mosque

Tension in UP's Bareilly as cops, locals clash outside mosque

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

A clash erupted between police and protesters in Bareilly after a demonstration in support of the 'I Love Muhammad' campaign was postponed. The postponement, announced by Maulana Tauqeer Raza, led to anger and stone-pelting, prompting police intervention.

Jaipur hospital fire: Sacked official claims he warned authorities

Jaipur hospital fire: Sacked official claims he warned authorities

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Following a devastating fire at a Jaipur hospital that killed six, an official claims he warned authorities about safety issues prior to the incident, but no action was taken. Relatives allege negligence and abandonment by hospital staff during the fire.

Life term provisions under SC/ST act added in Haryana cop suicide case

Life term provisions under SC/ST act added in Haryana cop suicide case

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

Charges under the SC/ST Act have been added to the FIR in the alleged suicide case of Haryana IPS officer Y Puran Kumar following a plea by his wife. The case involves allegations of caste-based discrimination and harassment against senior officers.

IPS officer's suicide: Haryana govt given 48-hr ultimatum to remove DGP

IPS officer's suicide: Haryana govt given 48-hr ultimatum to remove DGP

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

A committee formed to support the family of deceased Haryana IPS officer Y Puran Kumar has issued a 48-hour ultimatum for the removal of state police chief Shatrujeet Kapur, who is accused of abetting Kumar's suicide. The family has refused to conduct the post-mortem and cremation until their demands are met.

Haryana IPS suicide: DGP likely to be sent on leave

Haryana IPS suicide: DGP likely to be sent on leave

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini held a meeting with top officials to address concerns related to the death of IPS officer Y Puran Kumar. The government is considering actions based on a complaint filed by Kumar's wife.

EV Spark Fires Up R&D Spending By Legacy Two-Wheeler Majors

EV Spark Fires Up R&D Spending By Legacy Two-Wheeler Majors

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Hero MotoCorp and TVS Motor crossed Rs 1,000 crore in R&D spend for the first time, as legacy OEMs accelerate innovation to compete with new-age EV players.

Thakur re-enters Boxing Federation of India's election race

Thakur re-enters Boxing Federation of India's election race

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

The Himachal Pradesh Boxing Association (HPBA) has nominated Anurag Thakur to contest for the post of president of the Boxing Federation of India.

Friday prayers pass off peacefully in Bareilly amid tight security

Friday prayers pass off peacefully in Bareilly amid tight security

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Security was beefed up in Bareilly after violence following Friday prayers the previous week. Prayers passed off peacefully with heavy security presence and appeals for peace from religious leaders. Restrictions remained in place and arrests were made in connection with the previous violence.

6 ICU patients killed in fire at Jaipur hospital

6 ICU patients killed in fire at Jaipur hospital

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

Six critical patients were killed in a fire at the trauma centre of the state-run Sawai Man Singh (SMS) Hospital in Jaipur late Sunday night, officials stated.

Jaipur fire: 'Hospital staff ignored warning, fled'

Jaipur fire: 'Hospital staff ignored warning, fled'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

Relatives of patients admitted to the ICU recounted harrowing experiences as smoke engulfed the ward, exposing critical lapses in safety measures.

Firing outside actor Disha Patani's home, Goldy Brar claims responsibility

Firing outside actor Disha Patani's home, Goldy Brar claims responsibility

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

According to the screenshots of his message circulating online, Brar stated that the firing was a protest against the alleged comments made by Disha and her sister about two religious figures: Sant Premanand Maharaj and Aniruddhacharya.

IPS officer's wife claims harassment led to his suicide

IPS officer's wife claims harassment led to his suicide

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

The wife of a Haryana Police officer who allegedly died by suicide has claimed his death was the result of 'systematic persecution' by high-ranking officers and has filed a complaint requesting an FIR be registered.

Auto firms align dispatches with retail demand amid stock pileup

Auto firms align dispatches with retail demand amid stock pileup

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Manufacturers of passenger vehicles (PVs) in the first half of the calendar year (2025) reported a modest 0.5 per cent year-on-year increase in wholesale dispatches, while retail sales grew 2.5 per cent for the same period, reflecting a calibrated approach by automakers amid elevated dealership inventories and cautious consumer sentiment. According to the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (Siam), dispatches rose marginally to 2.16 million units, up from 2.15 million units a year earlier.

Kurmi protest disrupts train services in Jharkhand; passengers stranded

Kurmi protest disrupts train services in Jharkhand; passengers stranded

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

A rail blockade by the Kurmi community in Jharkhand has led to the cancellation, diversion, and short-termination of over 100 passenger trains, leaving thousands stranded. The protesters are demanding Scheduled Tribe status and inclusion of the Kurmali language in the Constitution.

Bareilly violence: 8 properties linked to Dargah cleric to be razed

Bareilly violence: 8 properties linked to Dargah cleric to be razed

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Authorities in Bareilly have identified and are taking action against allegedly illegal properties linked to associates of Ittehad-e-Millat Council (IMC) chief cleric Tauqeer Raza Khan following violent clashes in the city.

'I Love Muhammad' campaign: Cleric among 39 held after violence

'I Love Muhammad' campaign: Cleric among 39 held after violence

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

In a major crackdown, police arrested 39 people, including local cleric Tauqeer Raza Khan, in connection with the violence during the 'I love Muhammad' campaign after Friday prayers in Bareilly, while authorities suspended internet service in the district for 48 hours beginning Saturday.

Fatima, Sara, Konkona Watch Metro... In Dino

Fatima, Sara, Konkona Watch Metro... In Dino

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

The cast of Anurag Basu's Metro... In Dino arrived for the screening in Mumbai.

Thakur cleared to contest Boxing Federation of India election

Thakur cleared to contest Boxing Federation of India election

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Former Sports Minister Anurag Thakur's bid to contest the Boxing Federation of India's presidential election was reinstated by the Himachal Pradesh High Court.

'If Border Is Anyone's, It Is Sunny Uncle's'

'If Border Is Anyone's, It Is Sunny Uncle's'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

'Sunny sir keeps me distracted from my morning sickness.'

'I'm Really Proud To Be A Brahmin'

'I'm Really Proud To Be A Brahmin'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'So my question was, 'What is it that you are proud of? What have you achieved? What is your contribution?' 'He had no answer.'

What Aditya-Sara Will Never Forget

What Aditya-Sara Will Never Forget

Rediff.com29 May 2025

If Housefull 5 earlier set the party mood with Akshay Kumar and his 18-member cast, Metro... In Dino brings romantic vibes with a different kind of ensemble cast.

'Border Is My Aadhar Card'

'Border Is My Aadhar Card'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

The sequel to J P Dutta's Border has its fair share of controversy surrounding it.

'ECI Has No Right To Ask Anyone To Apologise'

'ECI Has No Right To Ask Anyone To Apologise'

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

'The EC should not have let the initiative go into the hands of the political leadership. By allowing this to happen, they have opened a Pandora's box.'

IOA boss Usha forms panel to probe BFI election delays

IOA boss Usha forms panel to probe BFI election delays

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

The three-member panel will examine the "current legal and administrative status of the BFI and assess the implications of the delay on the governance and functioning of boxing in India."

The Maha Kumbh Mela Goes To Toronto!

The Maha Kumbh Mela Goes To Toronto!

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

'On our first day at the Kumbh Mela, there was a fire and shook our confidence. 'There must have been a few crore people there.' 'How do we place the camera in between them?'

The 'Newcomer' Who Sang At Sara-Ali's Musical Night

The 'Newcomer' Who Sang At Sara-Ali's Musical Night

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

The 'newcomer' was praised by Pritam as an 'amazing singer'.

Pahalgam, Op Sindoor to dominate Parl this week; will Tharoor speak?

Pahalgam, Op Sindoor to dominate Parl this week; will Tharoor speak?

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

A big question mark is on whether Shashi Tharoor, who had led the delegation to the US among other countries, will be picked as speaker by the Congress, as the seasoned Lok Sabha member's enthusiastic endorsement of the government's action following the terror attack has soured his ties with his party.

'One Actor Can Only Do So Much Work'

'One Actor Can Only Do So Much Work'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

'I had not even realised I had done almost 100 films.'

4 killed in Jharkhand coal mine collapse during illegal mining

4 killed in Jharkhand coal mine collapse during illegal mining

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Four people died and four others were injured after an abandoned coal mine collapsed during illegal mining in Jharkhand's Ramgarh district. The incident has sparked protests and demands for compensation from the Central Coalfields Ltd (CCL).

UP man held over Rakesh Tikait beheading bounty post

UP man held over Rakesh Tikait beheading bounty post

Rediff.com19 May 2025

With the viral post sparking protests by the followers of the farmer leader in Muzaffarnagar and Meerut, a case was registered against Amit Choudhry at the Civil Lines Police Station in Muzaffarnagar.

Lots Of Romance Coming Up In July

Lots Of Romance Coming Up In July

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

July has so many interesting films to choose from!

'Ekta Decided To Cast Smriti As Tulsi'

'Ekta Decided To Cast Smriti As Tulsi'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

'Star didn't think Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi was good enough to come immediately after KBC.' 'Except for Ekta, no one imagined it would become such a hit.'

'Metro... In Dino Is The Life I Have Lived'

'Metro... In Dino Is The Life I Have Lived'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

'Very rarely does a film give you the opportunity to do this, I was constantly improvising and adding scenes on the set.'

Anurag Thakur given charge of Sports, I&B ministry

Anurag Thakur given charge of Sports, I&B ministry

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

The 46-year-old MP from Hamirpur in Himachal Pradesh was among the 15 new Cabinet ministers who took oath in the first major rejig and expansion of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi government after it returned to power for a second term in May 2019.