News for 'Navjot Sidhu'

Amid Punjab Cong rift, Sidhu says AAP 'always recognised' his vision

Amid Punjab Cong rift, Sidhu says AAP 'always recognised' his vision

Rediff.com14 Jul 2021

His remarks came a day after AAP Punjab unit chief Bhagwant Mann took a dig at the cricketer-turned-politician and asked him to tweet about the 'funds' allegedly accepted by the ruling Congress from private power companies in the state.

Sidhu returns to Parliament

Sidhu returns to Parliament

Rediff.com7 Mar 2007

"The SAD and BJP are united and there are no differences between us whatsoever and as far as the appointment of deputy chief ministership we would sort out the matter in a mutual consultations and not through the media," he said.

Manish Tewari slams 'chaos, anarchy' in Cong, Sidhu says focus on real issues

Manish Tewari slams 'chaos, anarchy' in Cong, Sidhu says focus on real issues

Rediff.com24 Oct 2021

Punjab Congress chief Navjot Singh Sidhu on Sunday said the state must concentrate on real issues that concern every Punjabi even as MP Manish Tewari said he never saw "such chaos and anarchy" being played out in the party's state unit.

Charanjit Channi: 'Sidhu camp' leader who revolted against Amarinder

Charanjit Channi: 'Sidhu camp' leader who revolted against Amarinder

Rediff.com20 Sep 2021

He had along with three other ministers rebelled against Amarinder Singh while choosing to side with the camp of state Congress chief Navjot Singh Sidhu.

FIRST LOOK! Sidhu arrives in Pak to attend Khan's oath taking ceremony

FIRST LOOK! Sidhu arrives in Pak to attend Khan's oath taking ceremony

Rediff.com17 Aug 2018

"Hindustan jeevay, Pakistan jeevay," he chanted while reading a verse.

SC stays Sidhu's conviction

SC stays Sidhu's conviction

Rediff.com23 Jan 2007

The bench further said that the conviction of Sidhu will not be operative till the disposal of his appeal against the high court judgment.

'Upset' over ministerial picks, Sidhu quits as Punjab Cong chief

'Upset' over ministerial picks, Sidhu quits as Punjab Cong chief

Rediff.com28 Sep 2021

Navjot Singh Sidhu quit as the Punjab PCC chief, triggering other resignations and plunging the party into a fresh crisis just months ahead of the assembly elections.

Punjab poll: Channi to contest from Chamkaur Sahib, Sidhu from Amritsar East

Punjab poll: Channi to contest from Chamkaur Sahib, Sidhu from Amritsar East

Rediff.com15 Jan 2022

Controversial Punjabi singer Sidhu Mussewala, who joined the Congress sometime ago will contest from Mansa and actor Sonu Sood's sister Malvika Sood from Moga.

Rahul Gandhi is my captain, he sent me to Pakistan: Sidhu

Rahul Gandhi is my captain, he sent me to Pakistan: Sidhu

Rediff.com30 Nov 2018

Sidhu said 50-100 Congress leaders patted him on his back for the visit.

Sidhu urges Muslims to vote en bloc and defeat Modi

Sidhu urges Muslims to vote en bloc and defeat Modi

Rediff.com16 Apr 2019

The BJP urged the EC to take 'suo motu cognisance' and take suitable action.

Can relate more with Pakistan than South India: Sidhu

Can relate more with Pakistan than South India: Sidhu

Rediff.com14 Oct 2018

Join Pakistan's Cabinet, BJP targets Sidhu over his comment.

Sidhu keeps everyone guessing, AAP says it's his call

Sidhu keeps everyone guessing, AAP says it's his call

Rediff.com18 Aug 2016

Sidhu had on Friday met Delhi Chief Minister and AAP's National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal at the latter's residence, but the party remained tight lipped on what transpired at the meeting.

Fearless Dhawan gets rousing praise from Sidhu

Fearless Dhawan gets rousing praise from Sidhu

Rediff.com16 Mar 2013

Former India batsman Navjot Singh Sidhu heaped praise on Shikhar Dhawan for scoring the fastest Test century on debut on Saturday.

Give Chappell time: Sidhu

Give Chappell time: Sidhu

Rediff.com5 Aug 2005

Hugs, Boos For Pandya At Wankhede

Hugs, Boos For Pandya At Wankhede

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

Hardik Pandya continued to be targetted by irate Mumbai Indians fans.

BCCI lacks transparency: Sidhu

BCCI lacks transparency: Sidhu

Rediff.com29 May 2003

Will Sidhu manage a hat-trick in Amritsar?

Will Sidhu manage a hat-trick in Amritsar?

Rediff.com8 May 2009

Charismatic BJP MP Navjot Singh Sidhu is pitted against Congress candidate Om Prakash Soni, who holds the impressive record of winning every election that he has ever contested.

Sidhu files nomination for Amritsar bypoll

Sidhu files nomination for Amritsar bypoll

Rediff.com25 Jan 2007

Exuding confidence, Sidhu told media persons that the voters of Amritsar, who gave him a thumping victory in the last Lok Sabha polls, would again stand by him.

The past may embarrass Sidhu and Kejriwal

The past may embarrass Sidhu and Kejriwal

Rediff.com19 Jul 2016

In the past, Sidhu has slammed Kejriwal calling him a dramebaaz. What would he say today now that he's left the BJP to join the AAP.

Sidhu's first love? No, not cricket!

Sidhu's first love? No, not cricket!

Rediff.com3 Oct 2008

Cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu is known for his sharp wit, which he puts to good use as a judge on the reality show, The Great Indian Laughter Challenge. Though season four of the show gets over on Friday night, this is not the last of Sidhu -- he will judge the Champions (the best of comedy) show which airs on October 10. Rajul Hegde chatted with the laughter king about the show, his journey and much more...

Sidhu likely to join AAP next month

Sidhu likely to join AAP next month

Rediff.com28 Jul 2016

He is likely to be inducted as a 'star campaigner' ahead of the assembly polls next year.

Sidhu given clearance to attend Kartarpur event; gets Pak visa

Sidhu given clearance to attend Kartarpur event; gets Pak visa

Rediff.com7 Nov 2019

Sidhu had attended the ground-breaking ceremony of the Kartarpur Corridor in Pakistan last year.

Sidhu released from Patiala jail

Sidhu released from Patiala jail

Rediff.com13 Jan 2007

After spending two nights in jail, cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu, convicted and sentenced for three years imprisonment in a road rage case, was released on Saturday on bail granted by the Supreme Court.

Road rage case: SC holds Sidhu guilty, but no jail term

Road rage case: SC holds Sidhu guilty, but no jail term

Rediff.com15 May 2018

The Punjab tourism minister was fined Rs 1,000 for voluntarily causing hurt to a 65-year-old man in the 1998 case.

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.

'Don't take me for granted': Sidhu skips cabinet meet

'Don't take me for granted': Sidhu skips cabinet meet

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

"My department is being singled out publicly. I always regard him as my elder I always listen to him."

Sidhu gets 1-year rigorous imprisonment in 34-yr-old road rage case

Sidhu gets 1-year rigorous imprisonment in 34-yr-old road rage case

Rediff.com19 May 2022

A bench of Justices A M Khanwilkar and S K Kaul allowed the review plea filed by the victim's family on the issue of the sentence awarded to Sidhu.

Of Lalu, Sidhu and GM

Of Lalu, Sidhu and GM

Rediff.com20 Jun 2006

Amarinder vows to defeat Badals on his 'karambhoomi'

Amarinder vows to defeat Badals on his 'karambhoomi'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2017

When asked if he would be the CM candidate, Amarinder said, "I don't know, that is Congress president's decision."

Sidhu will be a liability for the Congress

Sidhu will be a liability for the Congress

Rediff.com10 Jan 2017

'It will be a mistake to imagine that Sidhu will be a permanent feature of the Congress' Punjab scene,' says Amulya Ganguli.

Sidhu case: SC reserves judgment

Sidhu case: SC reserves judgment

Rediff.com18 Jan 2007

The Supreme Court has reserved its judgment in the Navjot Singh Sidhu case. The judgment is now expected on Friday morning.

'India Is A Bloody Good Team'

'India Is A Bloody Good Team'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

'Representing India is not a joke.'

Exclusive: Sidhu on joining the BJP

Exclusive: Sidhu on joining the BJP

Rediff.com17 Feb 2004

Exclusive! Navjot Singh Sidhu on why he joined the BJP.

BJP to contest 65 seats in Punjab, Amarinder 37

BJP to contest 65 seats in Punjab, Amarinder 37

Rediff.com24 Jan 2022

The Shiromani Akali Dal-Sanyukt will contest on 17 seats.

Kartarpur corridor: Sidhu seeks permission for visiting Pakistan

Kartarpur corridor: Sidhu seeks permission for visiting Pakistan

Rediff.com2 Nov 2019

In a letter to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Sidhu said that he had been invited by the Pakistan government for opening ceremony of Kartarpur Sahib corridor on November 9.

Sidhu, Oberoi join BJP bandwagon

Sidhu, Oberoi join BJP bandwagon

Rediff.com17 Feb 2004

Sidhu said of Vajpayee: 'Under his leadership we can convert weakness into strength, destruction into triumph and obstacles into stepping stones.'

Sidhu takes jibe at Amarinder over Punjab power crisis

Sidhu takes jibe at Amarinder over Punjab power crisis

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

Sidhu said there would be no need for Amarinder to go for power cuts or to regulate the office timings if the state acts "in the right direction".

Sidhu showers praise on Narendra Modi

Sidhu showers praise on Narendra Modi

Rediff.com11 Dec 2007

"Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi is an efficient man. There is a need for a strong political will to bring the two states (Punjab and Gujarat) on par," Sidhu, a BJP MP from Amritsar, said.

Amarinder ticks off Sidhu for hugging Pak army chief

Amarinder ticks off Sidhu for hugging Pak army chief

Rediff.com19 Aug 2018

Sidhu, who returned from Pakistan on Sunday, was the only Indian, who attended Khan's swearing-in ceremony.

Gujarat election: Keshubhai seeks EC action against Sidhu

Gujarat election: Keshubhai seeks EC action against Sidhu

Rediff.com1 Dec 2012

Taking umbrage at Navjot Singh Sidhu's remark in which he termed him as an "anti-national leader", Gujarat Parivartan Party president Keshubhai Patel on Saturday appealed to the Election Commission to take suo motu action against the Bharatiya Janata Party MP and his party.