News for 'Indian Punjab'

IPL 2026 Auction: 10 Most Expensive Players

IPL 2026 Auction: 10 Most Expensive Players

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders splashed the cash as they spent a record breaking Rs 25.20 to buy Australian all-rounder Cameron Green.

Comeback man Hardik eyes twin T20I milestones

Comeback man Hardik eyes twin T20I milestones

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Hardik Pandya poised for double milestone in South Africa series

BSF shoots down 255 smuggling drones from Pakistan this year

BSF shoots down 255 smuggling drones from Pakistan this year

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

The Border Security Force (BSF) has neutralized 255 drones originating from Pakistan this year, intended for smuggling heroin and weapons. Surveillance has been increased to combat smuggling during the upcoming fog season.

New Dawn Beckons for Indian Women's Cricket: Tendulkar

New Dawn Beckons for Indian Women's Cricket: Tendulkar

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

The little girl with a plastic bat in a small town must feel that the world is open to her, just as I felt after watching a triumphant Team India in 1983, says Sachin Tendulkar.

Uncapped Indians, the secret of Punjab's success: Ponting

Uncapped Indians, the secret of Punjab's success: Ponting

Rediff.com29 May 2025

In an interview to PTI ahead of the IPL play-offs, Ponting covered all areas that got the franchise much-needed success. Excerpts from the interaction.

'If A Player Doesn't Respect IPL...'

'If A Player Doesn't Respect IPL...'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

'The IPL is the best T20 league in the world and anybody taking it lightly should not be considered at all.'

SMAT: Rahane sizzles for Mumbai; Shami's 4-fer in vain

SMAT: Rahane sizzles for Mumbai; Shami's 4-fer in vain

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

SMAT: Haryana beat Bengal to enter Super 8s, Punjab also qualify

India's hockey greats lead Punjab flood relief

India's hockey greats lead Punjab flood relief

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

Former Team India hockey stars Rupinder Pal Singh, Gurwinder Singh Chandi and Jugraj Singh are now engaged in a different 'field work' - they are part of the relief and rescue operations in flood-affected Punjab.

Comeback Kings! Rohit, Kohli slam centuries in Vijay Hazare Trophy

Comeback Kings! Rohit, Kohli slam centuries in Vijay Hazare Trophy

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

Senior pros Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli made a grand comeback to the Vijay Hazare Trophy, smashing centuries on the opening day of the one-day tournament on Wednesday.

Can Super Cup lift gloom around Indian football?

Can Super Cup lift gloom around Indian football?

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

At a time when Indian football is seeking a radical overhaul, the Super Cup, starting in Goa from Saturday, could act as a catalyst for clubs to build their teams, prepare their players, get valuable match time, and keep their hopes of continental qualifications alive.

Sachin reveals the broken-hand act that shaped his destiny

Sachin reveals the broken-hand act that shaped his destiny

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

'Gursharan came and helped me reach my hundred and I got selected to play for India after that.'

Delhi-Born Chaudhary Creates Sheffield Shield History!

Delhi-Born Chaudhary Creates Sheffield Shield History!

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

All-rounder Nikhil Chaudhary, playing for Tasmanian Tigers in the Sheffield Shield, created history on Monday, as he became the first Indian to score a hundred in the Australian first-class tournament this century.

IPL 2026 Auction: Who Will Break The Bank?

IPL 2026 Auction: Who Will Break The Bank?

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Expect some fireworks for the highly-versatile Cameron Green along with Quinton de Kock, Matheesha Pathirana, Venkatesh Iyer and Ravi Bishnoi.

Al Falah varsity terror link goes back to 2008: Sources

Al Falah varsity terror link goes back to 2008: Sources

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

Investigation reveals Al Falah University's potential links to terror operatives, including a former student involved in multiple blasts and doctors arrested in connection with a recent terror plot.

RCB's Salt on his equation with Kohli

RCB's Salt on his equation with Kohli

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

Speaking on the RCB Podcast, the English cricketer revealed that the team's style and clarity of communication made the transition seamless.

India set to clinch $450 mn BrahMos missile order soon

India set to clinch $450 mn BrahMos missile order soon

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

The missile was showcased at the recent Dubai Air Show and drew huge interest from potential buyer countries.

The Major Crisis Facing Indian Students

The Major Crisis Facing Indian Students

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

A startling United Nations study finds that only 10 per cent of students in India ever access professional career counselling.

Big Guns Return, Selection Calls in Focus Ahead of SA T20Is

Big Guns Return, Selection Calls in Focus Ahead of SA T20Is

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

The T20 WC champions will look to enter this phase with clarity of intent as they refine roles, streamline combinations and settle the XI that will carry the weight of expectations in front of home crowds.

Super Cup semi-final lineup revealed

Super Cup semi-final lineup revealed

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

The summit clash is slated for December 7.

IPL 2026: Why RCB released Liam Livingstone

IPL 2026: Why RCB released Liam Livingstone

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Liam Livingstone struggled in IPL 2024 -- managing just 112 runs in eight innings at a strike rate of 133.33, with a lone half-century apart from taking only two wickets.

When Indian Soldiers Went Through Hell

When Indian Soldiers Went Through Hell

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Can Imperial Japan be forgiven for what it did to Indian soldiers it was supposed to protect as PoWs?

Missing Sikh pilgrim says she converted to Islam, married Pak man

Missing Sikh pilgrim says she converted to Islam, married Pak man

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

An Indian Sikh woman who traveled to Pakistan as part of a pilgrimage has converted to Islam and married a Pakistani man she met online. Her disappearance is being investigated in India.

Will ask PM to change IIT-Bombay's name, says Fadnavis

Will ask PM to change IIT-Bombay's name, says Fadnavis

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

The Maharashtra government, led by CM Devendra Fadnavis, will petition the central government to rename IIT Bombay as IIT Mumbai, following controversy over a Union minister's remarks on the institute's name. The move comes amid political tensions and concerns about the city's identity.

Dhol beats, sweets mark Amanjot and Harleen's return

Dhol beats, sweets mark Amanjot and Harleen's return

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

World champions Amanjot and Harleen get grand welcome in Chandigarh

Fix It Up! ISL Clubs Give Dire Warning To AIFF

Fix It Up! ISL Clubs Give Dire Warning To AIFF

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Current situation risks rendering ongoing operations untenable: ISL clubs to AIFF

SMAT: Abhishek flattens Bengal; Sanju shines for Kerala

SMAT: Abhishek flattens Bengal; Sanju shines for Kerala

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

A round-up of Sunday's action in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy group stage matches.

Tendulkar, Kohli bid farewell to He-Man of Bollywood

Tendulkar, Kohli bid farewell to He-Man of Bollywood

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

The cricketing fraternity on Monday paid glowing tributes to veteran actor Dharmendra, who passed away in Mumbai at the age of 89.

Dhurandhar Review: Excessively Violent

Dhurandhar Review: Excessively Violent

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Dhurandhar may not have the dark realism of a spy story which a web show can manage. But it does not have the flamboyance either, that has come to be associated with espionage movies, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Beware South Africa! Gill Sets The Nets On Fire

Beware South Africa! Gill Sets The Nets On Fire

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Gill back in full flow, Hardik opts out of practice ahead of SA T20I series

Former Home Minister Shivraj Patil passes away

Former Home Minister Shivraj Patil passes away

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

The Congress leader was Union Home Minister from 2004 to 2008 and the 10th Speaker of the Lok Sabha from 1991 to 1996. He was the Governor of Punjab and also served as Administrator of the Union Territory of Chandigarh from 2010 to 2015.

Green headlines IPL 2026 auction list; Maxwell misses out

Green headlines IPL 2026 auction list; Maxwell misses out

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Cameron Green's versatility -- the ability to bat anywhere in the order, bowl seam and contribute with superb fielding -- makes him one of the most sought-after names in this year's IPL auction.

Shami named in Bengal's Mushtaq Ali Trophy squad

Shami named in Bengal's Mushtaq Ali Trophy squad

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

Shami, Akash Deep in Bengal's Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy squad

'Pollution Has Been Reduced To A Blame Game'

'Pollution Has Been Reduced To A Blame Game'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

'Most pollution boards across the country have unused funds. There is practically no reason why pollution should not be a political priority.'

Volcanic ash clouds to clear India by 7.30 pm; thick haze in Delhi

Volcanic ash clouds to clear India by 7.30 pm; thick haze in Delhi

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reports that ash clouds from volcanic activity in Ethiopia, which impacted flight operations in India, are drifting towards China and will move away from India by 7.30 pm on Tuesday.

Test Drive: On the road with the 2025 Tata Sierra

Test Drive: On the road with the 2025 Tata Sierra

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

You know the Tata Sierra is a true icon when driving on the highways and hill climbs of Chandigarh, the car instantly drew all eyes to it.

Pakistan using terrorism as state policy against India since 1947: Report

Pakistan using terrorism as state policy against India since 1947: Report

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Records stretching back to 1947 suggest a consistent strategy by Pakistan's military and intelligence apparatus, the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), of using terrorism as a state policy against India.

PSBs record 9% growth in profit to Rs 49,456 cr in Q2

PSBs record 9% growth in profit to Rs 49,456 cr in Q2

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

State Bank of India-led public sector banks posted a record cumulative profit of Rs 49,456 crore in the second quarter of the current fiscal, reflecting a 9 per cent year-on-year growth despite two lenders reporting a decline. All 12 public sector banks (PSBs) together made a profit of Rs 45,547 crore in the September quarter of FY25.

Haryana teen on 'dunki' route to US killed by traffickers in Guatemala

Haryana teen on 'dunki' route to US killed by traffickers in Guatemala

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

A Haryana teenager who sought a job in the US via the 'dunki' route has allegedly died after being held captive by human traffickers in Guatemala, according to his family.

Will Selectors Consider Rinku For Tests?

Will Selectors Consider Rinku For Tests?

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Rinku smashed a career-best 176 runs from 247 balls, his 100 coming off 157 balls against Tamil Nadu on Wednesday.

Kapil Sharma cafe shooting: Goldy Dhillon gang member arrested

Kapil Sharma cafe shooting: Goldy Dhillon gang member arrested

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Delhi Police have arrested a suspected gangster linked to the firing incident at comedian Kapil Sharma's restaurant in Canada. The accused is allegedly associated with a Canada-based gangster involved in extortion rackets.