News for 'Harjeet Singh'

Climate activist Harjeet Singh's NGO calls ED allegations 'baseless'

Climate activist Harjeet Singh's NGO calls ED allegations 'baseless'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Satat Sampada, the organisation of climate activist Harjeet Singh and his wife, said the allegations made by the Enforcement Directorate against the firm and its founder were baseless, biased and misleading.

Activist Harjeet Singh held after ED raids; Pak, B'desh trips under lens

Activist Harjeet Singh held after ED raids; Pak, B'desh trips under lens

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

The Uttar Pradesh excise department arrested climate activist Harjeet Singh for allegedly possessing excess liquor after the ED searched his premises in connection with a foreign exchange violation case. The ED is investigating the misuse of funds received from abroad and Singh's visits to Pakistan and Bangladesh.

From Junior World Cup hero to exile: Harjeet seeks answers

From Junior World Cup hero to exile: Harjeet seeks answers

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

'Many of the players I played alongside like Harmanpreet Singh, Mandeep Singh, Krishan Pathak are doing very well today. Somewhere, there is regret that I could not do that.'

Teen Arrested, Juvenile Apprehended in Delhi Stabbing After Intervention

Teen Arrested, Juvenile Apprehended in Delhi Stabbing After Intervention

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested an 18-year-old and apprehended a juvenile for allegedly attacking a man with a knife in Jahangir Puri after he intervened in their assault on another boy.

Two More Arrested in Chandigarh BJP Office Blast Case

Two More Arrested in Chandigarh BJP Office Blast Case

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Punjab Police have arrested two more individuals allegedly involved in the recent blast outside the BJP headquarters in Chandigarh, bringing the total number of arrests to seven. The accused are believed to be part of an ISI-backed module taking directions from handlers in Germany and Portugal.

Court Discharges Man in Rape Case, Cites Insufficient Evidence

Court Discharges Man in Rape Case, Cites Insufficient Evidence

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A Delhi court has discharged a man accused of rape under the pretext of marriage, citing insufficient evidence to frame charges. The court noted inconsistencies in the complainant's statements and the existence of a valid marriage between the accused and the complainant.

Gurugram Authorities Demolish Properties Tied to Gangster Kaushal Chaudhary and Drug Trafficker

Gurugram Authorities Demolish Properties Tied to Gangster Kaushal Chaudhary and Drug Trafficker

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Gurugram police and district administration intensified their crackdown on organised crime by demolishing illegal properties linked to gangster Kaushal Chaudhary and drug trafficker Bhajan Lal, reclaiming valuable land and sending a strong message against illegal activities.

Dragons stave off Soorma fightback to go top of HIL

Dragons stave off Soorma fightback to go top of HIL

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Tamil Nadu Dragons go top of men's HIL with 3-2 win over JSW Soorma

Aravali hills' new definition risks Delhi weather, water security: Experts

Aravali hills' new definition risks Delhi weather, water security: Experts

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Experts warn that a new government definition of the Aravali Hills, accepted by the Supreme Court, could lead to environmental degradation and expose Delhi and surrounding regions to harsher weather and drought conditions.

Terror attack plot: NIA charges Khalistani terrorist Arshdeep Singh, 3 aides

Terror attack plot: NIA charges Khalistani terrorist Arshdeep Singh, 3 aides

Rediff.com21 May 2024

The action marks a big leap in NIA's efforts to destroy sleeper cells operated by Singh alias Arsh Dala to unleash terrorist attacks in various parts of Punjab and Delhi, it said.

Hero's welcome for Punjab cop whose hand was chopped off

Hero's welcome for Punjab cop whose hand was chopped off

Rediff.com30 Apr 2020

Before being discharged from PGIMER, Punjab Police chief Dinkar Gupta handed over to Singh his son Arshpreet's appointment letter as a constable in the force.

Foreign secy to brief Parl panel on India-Canada ties on Wednesday

Foreign secy to brief Parl panel on India-Canada ties on Wednesday

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

Misri is also likely to brief the parliamentary panel on the recent upswing in India's ties with China following the agreement to resume patrolling at friction points along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh.

HIL: Delhi SG Pipers lose to Soorma

HIL: Delhi SG Pipers lose to Soorma

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Delhi SG Pipers had a good start to the second quarter as they won their first penalty corner of the match. Deepika's drag flick was turned away brilliantly by Bengal Tigers goalkeeper Jennifer Rizzo.

Rarh Bengal Tigers roar to victory, lift HIL trophy

Rarh Bengal Tigers roar to victory, lift HIL trophy

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers emerged victorious in the men's Hockey India League, securing the title with a thrilling 4-3 win over Hyderabad Toofans in the summit clash.

Wrestlers' sexual harassment case: Court summons Brij Bhushan

Wrestlers' sexual harassment case: Court summons Brij Bhushan

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

The court also summoned Vinod Tomar, suspended assistant secretary of the Wrestling Federation of India.

'Punjab cop stable after surgery, recovery to take time'

'Punjab cop stable after surgery, recovery to take time'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

Singh's hand was chopped off and a few others were injured when a group of men dressed as Nihangs attacked them at a vegetable market in Punjab's Patiala district, police said.

Wrestlers' sexual harassment case: WFI chief Brij Bhushan gets bail

Wrestlers' sexual harassment case: WFI chief Brij Bhushan gets bail

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

A New Delhi court on Tuesday granted bail for two days to WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh who is accused of sexually harassing six female wrestlers.

WFI ex-chief Brij Bhushan's sexual harassment case takes new turn

WFI ex-chief Brij Bhushan's sexual harassment case takes new turn

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

Ex-WFI chief Singh not exonerated by oversight panel in sexual harassment case: Police tell court

Earth records hottest year ever in 2024, surpasses 1.5C mark

Earth records hottest year ever in 2024, surpasses 1.5C mark

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

The year 2024 was the hottest year on record, with the global average temperature exceeding 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels for the first time, according to the European climate agency Copernicus. Every month from January to June was the warmest ever recorded, and from July to December (except August), each month was the second warmest on record. Scientists are warning that the world is entering a new climate reality, with extreme heatwaves, floods, and storms becoming more frequent and severe. The report also highlights the failure of developed nations to meet their climate finance commitments to developing countries, despite the urgency of the situation.

'Biren Singh is part of Manipur's problem'

'Biren Singh is part of Manipur's problem'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

'Replacement of the CM with a more acceptable face may be a good start towards resolving Manipur's problem.'

Wrestlers' sexual harassment case: WFI ex-chief Brij Bhushan granted bail

Wrestlers' sexual harassment case: WFI ex-chief Brij Bhushan granted bail

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

A Delhi court on Thursday granted regular bail to outgoing WFI chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in a case of sexual harassment of women wrestlers.

Court orders framing of charges against AAP's Amanatullah Khan

Court orders framing of charges against AAP's Amanatullah Khan

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

A Delhi court on Friday ordered framing of charges against Aam Aadmi Party MLA Amanatullah Khan and 24 others in case of riot and stone pelting on police personnel in May 2022.

HIL: Gurjinder Singh stars in Kalinga Lancers win

HIL: Gurjinder Singh stars in Kalinga Lancers win

Rediff.com22 Jan 2017

Gurjinder Singh showed his brilliance while converting a penalty corner to hand Kalinga Lancers a 1-0 victory over Delhi Waveriders in their opening campaign of the Hockey India League, in Bhubaneswar, on Sunday.

India seal place in final of Sultan of Johor hockey

India seal place in final of Sultan of Johor hockey

Rediff.com15 Nov 2012

India booked a berth in the final of the Sultan of Johor Cup hockey tournament with an impressive 3-1 victory over New Zealand, in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, on Thursday.

Sreejesh back in India squad; Manpreet captain for NZ tourney

Sreejesh back in India squad; Manpreet captain for NZ tourney

Rediff.com8 Jan 2018

Goalkeeper P R Sreejesh could feature in his first competitive event in eight months after being named in India's 20-member squad for a four-nation tournament in New Zealand. India will compete with Belgium, Japan and hosts New Zealand at Tauranga and Hamilton in the tournament, beginning January 17.

Jr Hockey World Cup: India edge past South Africa to enter quarters

Jr Hockey World Cup: India edge past South Africa to enter quarters

Rediff.com13 Dec 2016

Favourites India maintained their unbeaten run in the tournament and eked out a fighting 2-1 win over a spirited South Africa in their final Pool D match to book a place in the quarterfinals of the men's Junior Hockey World Cup at the Major Dhyan Astroturf stadium in New Delhi on Monday. India scored both their goals from field efforts through skipper Harjeet Singh (11th minute) and Mandeep Singh (55th), while Kyle Lion-Cachet (28th) found the net for the Africans. India, thus, finished the pool engagements with possible nine points from three wins and will now face second placed team in Pool C, Spain in the quarterfinals on Thursday.

Champions Trophy: India target medal finish before Rio Olympics

Champions Trophy: India target medal finish before Rio Olympics

Rediff.com17 May 2016

Sreejesh to lead India as team will experiment with different combinations and execute new tactics

Delhi Police records statement of WFI chief Brij Bhushan

Delhi Police records statement of WFI chief Brij Bhushan

Rediff.com12 May 2023

The Delhi Police has recorded the statement of Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in connection with the allegations of sexual harassment.

'Aiming for gold', Hockey India names team for Jr World Cup

'Aiming for gold', Hockey India names team for Jr World Cup

Rediff.com18 Nov 2016

Defender and dragflicker Varun Kumar who scored the maximum goals in India's successful campaign in Valencia will be joined by Vikramjit Singh and Gurinder Singh in the defence structure, while the midfield will be formed by Santa Singh, Nilakanta Sharma, Manpreet, Sumit along with Harjeet Singh.

BSF score in second half to beat Signals, Goa

BSF score in second half to beat Signals, Goa

Rediff.com22 Oct 2007

BSF will clash with Hindustan FC for place in the main draw of the Durand Cup football tournament.

Sikh boy mocked, attacked for wearing turban in Australia

Sikh boy mocked, attacked for wearing turban in Australia

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

Harjeet was also allegedly threatened with being stabbed and had his turban pulled in the attack aboard a suburban bus.

Sreejesh to lead India at Azlan Shah Meet, 4 rookies included

Sreejesh to lead India at Azlan Shah Meet, 4 rookies included

Rediff.com11 Apr 2017

Defender Gurinder Singh, midfielders Sumit and Manpreet who were part of the Junior World Cup-winning squad are slated to make their debut at the tournament.

Hockey awards: Sreejesh, Deepika are Player of the Year

Hockey awards: Sreejesh, Deepika are Player of the Year

Rediff.com26 Mar 2016

India goalkeeper PR Sreejesh and Deepika won the Dhruv Batra Player of the Year award for men and women, respectively, at the Hockey India second annual awards, in Bengaluru, on Saturday.

'Nihangs' attack Punjab cops, chop off ASI's hand, injure 3 others

'Nihangs' attack Punjab cops, chop off ASI's hand, injure 3 others

Rediff.com12 Apr 2020

A group of four-five 'Nihangs' (Sikhs armed with traditional weapons and dressed in loose blue top) were travelling in a vehicle and they were asked to stop at a vegetable market by the Mandi board officials at around 6.15 am, police said.

Jr Asia Cup: Harmanpreet 'tricks' as India rout Oman to enter semis

Jr Asia Cup: Harmanpreet 'tricks' as India rout Oman to enter semis

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

Drag-flicker Harmanpreet Singh scored a hat-trick as India humiliated lowly Oman 9-0 to enter the semi-finals in the eighth junior men's Asia Cup hockey tournament, in Kuantan, Malaysia, on Thursday.

Sachin vs Dhoni: Epic showdown; on and off the field

Sachin vs Dhoni: Epic showdown; on and off the field

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

Tale of two sports shops and unfulfilled dreams of a former hockey player

Mallakhamba, Thang-Ta included in Khelo India Games

Mallakhamba, Thang-Ta included in Khelo India Games

Rediff.com20 Dec 2020

The four selected games represent different parts of the country.

Punjab CM-led cabinet offers prayers at Kartarpur gurdwara

Punjab CM-led cabinet offers prayers at Kartarpur gurdwara

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

Navjot Singh Sidhu was not part of the Channi-led 'jatha' (group) which went to pay obeisance at the gurdwara.

India battling climate change and it is getting worse, warn experts

India battling climate change and it is getting worse, warn experts

Rediff.com16 May 2022

The experts said that climate change is not only raising temperatures and making India's heatwaves hotter, but also changing weather patterns that further drive dangerous weather extremes.

Hugging without sexual intent is not an offence, Brij Bhushan tells court

Hugging without sexual intent is not an offence, Brij Bhushan tells court

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

The counsel also submitted before Rouse Avenue Court on the point of jurisdiction and limitations in the matter. He said the allegations are time barred.