News for 'Davinder'

'Kashmir is a war which nobody is winning'

'Kashmir is a war which nobody is winning'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

'We know how to kill a terrorist, but we do not know how to stop an innocent boy getting radicalised.'

Govt announces police medals, J-K tops gallantry list

Govt announces police medals, J-K tops gallantry list

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

The J&K police's 81 medals are the maximum awarded to any police force this year, followed by the CRPF's 55.

SEE: Hockey player's house water-logged in Mumbai

SEE: Hockey player's house water-logged in Mumbai

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

Yuvraj, 30, was part of the Indian team that played in the 2014 World Cup at The Hague in the Netherlands.

2 cops among 6 J-K employees sacked for terror links with Hizbul Mujahideen

2 cops among 6 J-K employees sacked for terror links with Hizbul Mujahideen

Rediff.com22 Sep 2021

Six government employees, including two policemen, were on Wednesday dismissed from service for their alleged links with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir, taking the total number of employees sacked in last nearly six months to 25, officials said.

Government has misled us, say families of 39 Indians missing in Iraq

Government has misled us, say families of 39 Indians missing in Iraq

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

The families said their hopes of getting any clue about the men who went missing in Iraq's Mosul city were almost shattered after listening to the statement of External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj in Parliament on Wednesday.

Incentives for green hydrogen likely in Union Budget

Incentives for green hydrogen likely in Union Budget

Rediff.com30 Jan 2022

The government may provide for targeted fiscal incentives and allocation of funds for promotion of green hydrogen in the country in Union Budget 2022-23, which is slated to be unveiled in Parliament on Tuesday. The government launched National Hydrogen Mission in 2021. Earlier this month, Power and New & Renewable Energy Minister R K Singh had indicated that a green hydrogen policy will be unveiled in February which would feature many incentives to boost green hydrogen in the country. "While 2021 saw the launch of National Hydrogen Mission, it is likely that the Budget may provide for targeted fiscal incentives for R&D in green hydrogen segment, creation of domestic supply chain for hydrogen and reduce customs duties on electrolysers to boost green hydrogen production," says Venkatesh Raman Prasad, Partner, J Sagar Associates (JSA).

3 Dera followers get 3-yr jail in first conviction in 2015 sacrilege cases

3 Dera followers get 3-yr jail in first conviction in 2015 sacrilege cases

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

The court of judicial magistrate first class Rahul Garg also imposed a fine of Rs 5,000 each on Prithi Singh a resident of Baghapurana and Amardeep Singh and Mithu Singh, both residents of Malke village.

Durand Cup: FC Bengaluru United first team to reach knockouts

Durand Cup: FC Bengaluru United first team to reach knockouts

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

FC Bengaluru United (FCBU) entered the knockout stage of the Durand Cup after beating Indian Air Force 4-2 in a thrilling Group A match at the Kalyani Stadium on Thursday.

Patiala clashes mastermind among 6 more arrested

Patiala clashes mastermind among 6 more arrested

Rediff.com1 May 2022

The main accused Barjinder Singh Parwana was among the six more people arrested in connection with the clashes in Patiala that had left four people injured, the Punjab Police said on Sunday.

World Athletics: Kang finishes poor 12th in javelin throw final

World Athletics: Kang finishes poor 12th in javelin throw final

Rediff.com13 Aug 2017

Indian javelin thrower Davinder Singh Kang finished 12th at the World Championships in London on Saturday.

For these families, Sushma was just 'a phone call away'

For these families, Sushma was just 'a phone call away'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2019

The families say Swaraj was a constant source of support and helped them bring back the mortal remains of their loved ones which finally gave them closure.

Soni Razdan's tweet calling Afzal 'scapegoat' sparks row

Soni Razdan's tweet calling Afzal 'scapegoat' sparks row

Rediff.com21 Jan 2020

The veteran actor demanded a probe into Guru's hanging. She followed it up with another post to ask why no one took Guru's allegations that he was tortured by the now dismissed J-K DSP Davinder Singh seriously.

Hockey captain Manpreet added to Khel Ratna winners

Hockey captain Manpreet added to Khel Ratna winners

Rediff.com2 Nov 2021

Olympic bronze-winning Indian men's hockey team captain Manpreet Singh was on Tuesday added to the list of Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna awardees, taking the total number of this year's winners to an unparalleled 12.

Kin of 39 missing Indians in Iraq express pain

Kin of 39 missing Indians in Iraq express pain

Rediff.com24 Jul 2017

Family members of the other missing persons said that from the Iraqi minister's statement, it was clear that the Indian government does have any concrete information about the missing.

July 29, 1980: When 'The Babes of Indian Hockey' struck gold in Moscow

July 29, 1980: When 'The Babes of Indian Hockey' struck gold in Moscow

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

Hockey greats Vasudevan Baskaran, M M Somaya and Mervyn Fernandis relive India's gold medal-winning campaign at the Moscow Olympics in 1980.

Javelin thrower Kang flunks dope test, faces 4-year ban

Javelin thrower Kang flunks dope test, faces 4-year ban

Rediff.com28 Feb 2018

Top Indian javelin thrower Davinder Singh Kang has been suspended provisionally by the world athletics governing body after he returned positive for a steroid in an out-of-competition test last week.

Javelin thrower Kang confident of clean chit in doping case

Javelin thrower Kang confident of clean chit in doping case

Rediff.com14 Jun 2020

Caught in the dope net, Asian Games bronze-medallist javelin thrower Davinder Singh Kang on Sunday said the failed result is because of a declared medication he took for sore throat and he is confident of being cleared in the disciplinary hearing.

US revokes citizenship of Indian native

US revokes citizenship of Indian native

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

Singh, a native of India, arrived at San Francisco International Airport on September 25, 1991, without any travel documents or proof of identity.

PICS: Neeraj, Mithali, Chhetri, Sreejesh get Khel Ratna honour

PICS: Neeraj, Mithali, Chhetri, Sreejesh get Khel Ratna honour

Rediff.com13 Nov 2021

Paralympic gold-winners Avani Lekhara, Sumit Antil, Pramod Bhagat, Krishna Nagar, Manish Narwal were also given the Khel Ratna at a dazzling awards ceremony on Saturday.

India in Asian u-16 hockey final

India in Asian u-16 hockey final

Rediff.com10 Mar 2003

They humbled Sri Lanka 8-0 in their last league match and meet Malaysia in the title match.

Sports Shorts: 3 Indians to officiate hockey events at 2018 CWG

Sports Shorts: 3 Indians to officiate hockey events at 2018 CWG

Rediff.com4 Oct 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Wednesday

Punjab Police busts Khalistan Zindabad Force terror module, 2 held

Punjab Police busts Khalistan Zindabad Force terror module, 2 held

Rediff.com4 Oct 2020

They were identified as Makhan Singh Gill alias Amli and Davinder Singh alias Happy, both residents of Noorpur Jattan village in Hoshiarpur, Punjab Director General of Police Dinkar Gupta said.

4 Indian-origin persons among worst tax cheats in UK

4 Indian-origin persons among worst tax cheats in UK

Rediff.com5 Jan 2013

This is the first time such a list has been published online by HM Revenue and Customs.

Mohd Anas smashes national record, qualifies for World C'ships

Mohd Anas smashes national record, qualifies for World C'ships

Rediff.com15 May 2017

The 22-year-old Anas clocked 45.32 sec under hot and humid conditions at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. He also qualified for the World Championships to be held in London in August. The entry standard for the World Championships stands at 45.50secs.

Amazon vs Future duel underway in Singapore, verdict by next week

Amazon vs Future duel underway in Singapore, verdict by next week

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

An emergency arbitration hearing between Amazon and retail conglomerate Future Group took place last week and a verdict is expected in the next few days, according to sources.

Punjab beat Mumbai for Nat U-17 hockey crown

Punjab beat Mumbai for Nat U-17 hockey crown

Rediff.com8 Jun 2011

Favourites Punjab won the inaugural National Under-17 Hockey Championship for boys, defeating hosts Mumbai 2-1 in the final at the MHA-Mahindra Stadium in Mumbai on Wednesday.

26/11: We always forget the victims

26/11: We always forget the victims

Rediff.com25 Nov 2011

As events of the 26/11 attacks and similar others, retreat from the collective memory, they remain very much part of the lives of the victims and their families. How and why is it important to adopt a rights-based approach towards victims and perpetrators?

5 Kashmiri politicians released after 4 months in detention

5 Kashmiri politicians released after 4 months in detention

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

The leaders are Ishfaq Jabbar and Ghulam Nabi Bhat (NC) and Bashir Mir Zahoor Mir and Yasir Reshi (PDP) and one Independent ex-MLA.

Amarinder relents on question of Sidhu's elevation as PCC chief

Amarinder relents on question of Sidhu's elevation as PCC chief

Rediff.com17 Jul 2021

Any decision taken by Congress president Sonia Gandhi will be acceptable to all, Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh said on Saturday as talk of Navjot Singh Sidhu being appointed chief of the party's state unit despite his oft-stated reservations gathered force.

SGPC to approach United Nations to save Bhullar

SGPC to approach United Nations to save Bhullar

Rediff.com1 Jun 2011

Shriomani Gurdwara Pharbandhak Committee president Avtar Singh Makkar said in Amritsar on Tuesday that die hard efforts will be applied to save the life of death row convict Davinder Pal Singh Bhullar.

US airways compensates Sikhs for discrimination

US airways compensates Sikhs for discrimination

Rediff.com16 Dec 2009

Three Sikh musicians, removed from a flight at the Sacramento airport in California about a year ago, have received an apology and an undisclosed amount from the US Airways under a settlement with the airlines. Sikh organizations had termed the incident as of racial profiling and discrimination.

ArcelorMittal inducts 3 new board members

ArcelorMittal inducts 3 new board members

Rediff.com21 Apr 2008

Among those inducted in the GMB, include Sudhir Maheshwari, currently executive vice-president finance and mergers and acquisitions, Davinder Chugh, senior executive vice president Shared Services and Christophe Cornier, executive VP Flat Products Western Europe, a company release said. These appointments were necessitated following retirement of ArcelorMittal Chief Operating Officer Malay Mukherjee from the board.

JK: 2 BSF jawans injured in terrorists' attack

JK: 2 BSF jawans injured in terrorists' attack

Rediff.com2 Jan 2010

Terrorists opened fire at Border Security Force jawans in the city, leaving two of them critically injured on Saturday morning.

'Arrested J-K DSP took Rs 12 lakh to help terrorists'

'Arrested J-K DSP took Rs 12 lakh to help terrorists'

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

During questioning it emerged that Singh had taken them to Jammu in 2019 also, the officials said.

Kang claims AFI told him to drop out of World C'ships

Kang claims AFI told him to drop out of World C'ships

Rediff.com16 Aug 2017

He was not handed a provisional suspension as it was not mandatory under WADA rules.

2 months into detention, Abdullahs meet NC delegation in Srinagar

2 months into detention, Abdullahs meet NC delegation in Srinagar

Rediff.com6 Oct 2019

'We have been cheated. We are trying to bring Article 370 back'

Delhi CM criticises Biharis; uproar in Parliament

Delhi CM criticises Biharis; uproar in Parliament

Rediff.com10 May 2007

Speaker Somnath Chatterjee, while asking members to return to their seats, said Dikshit had apologised for her remarks.

Chandigarh: 2 killed as market roof collapses

Chandigarh: 2 killed as market roof collapses

Rediff.com10 Jun 2007

Two persons were killed and 13 injured when the roof of Chandigarh's biggest vegetable market collapsed on Sunday evening while at least 50 persons had a narrow escape.

COVID-19: 'Dummy vaccination' begins in 4 states

COVID-19: 'Dummy vaccination' begins in 4 states

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

As the country eagerly awaits an expected coronavirus vaccination drive in January, at least 125 intended beneficiaries each in four states who had registered on the Co-WIN App were on Monday sent SMSes informing them about the time and place of their 'COVID-19 vaccination' under a mock-drill to administer the shots at designated centres.

British peer held for 'racially' abusing Sikh

British peer held for 'racially' abusing Sikh

Rediff.com9 Aug 2007

The 51-year-old peer, the son of the 11th Duke of Marlborough, is out on bail pending further probe.