News for 'Patiala'

Farmers' agitation: Shooters sweat over Olympic selection trials in Patiala

Farmers' agitation: Shooters sweat over Olympic selection trials in Patiala

Rediff.com17 Feb 2024

More than 150 shotgun shooters are sweating over their participation in crucial national Olympic trials later this month in Patiala in the wake of the farmers' agitation.

Assault on Col: SC rejects Punjab cops plea against CBI probe; says...

Assault on Col: SC rejects Punjab cops plea against CBI probe; says...

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

The Supreme Court criticized the Punjab police for assaulting a Colonel over a parking dispute, highlighting the Army's service at the border and ordering a CBI probe.

Gill: More Dhoni Than Kohli

Gill: More Dhoni Than Kohli

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

A few months after his U-19 World Cup heroics, three senior journalists sought his cellphone number, which he readily provided -- only, he gave three different, but similar, numbers to the three of them!

The War Story Farhan Akhtar Wants To Tell

The War Story Farhan Akhtar Wants To Tell

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

'This isn't just the story of Shaitan Singh. It's the story of the 120 soldiers who stood with him.' 'Their bravery and their sacrifice it deserves to be known.'

Bhagwant Mann In Tight Spot Over Urban Push

Bhagwant Mann In Tight Spot Over Urban Push

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

The land pooling policy aims to kick-start a new wave of urbanisation in the predominantly rural state.

Gurugram 'works from home' after night of downpour

Gurugram 'works from home' after night of downpour

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Heavy overnight rain in Gurugram caused widespread waterlogging and traffic gridlock, bringing the city to a standstill. Several residential areas and major roads were inundated, leading to commuter chaos.

HC grants bail to two accused in Parl breach case, bars media talks

HC grants bail to two accused in Parl breach case, bars media talks

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

The accused challenged a trial court's order rejecting their bail plea in the December 2023 incident.

First Glimpse Of Terror Planner Rana

First Glimpse Of Terror Planner Rana

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a prime accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, was produced in court shortly after his arrival in India.

'Saiyaara Is Striking A Chord With Gen Z'

'Saiyaara Is Striking A Chord With Gen Z'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

'Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda have captured the relevance to and imagination of Gen Z and millennial viewers.'

3 killed in Himachal flash floods, Delhi rains claim 2 lives

3 killed in Himachal flash floods, Delhi rains claim 2 lives

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Flash floods triggered by a cloudburst in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, resulted in casualties and widespread damage, prompting rescue operations and relief efforts.

Assault on Colonel: Family digs in heels; demands CBI probe

Assault on Colonel: Family digs in heels; demands CBI probe

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

The wife of an army Colonel, who has accused 12 Punjab police personnel of assaulting him and his son over a parking dispute, has started a sit-in protest along with ex-servicemen outside the Patiala Deputy Commissioner's office to press for a CBI probe. The family is demanding a CBI probe and the transfer of Patiala Senior Superintendent of Police Nanak Singh, accusing him of failing to take action on their multiple requests to file an FIR. Despite Patiala Deputy Commissioner (DC) Preeti Yadav assuring them of a fair and transparent probe, the family refused to lift the 'dharna' and said it would continue until their demands were met.

SAD leader Majithia moves HC against assets case, calls it vendetta

SAD leader Majithia moves HC against assets case, calls it vendetta

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

The bureau had on June 25 registered an FIR and arrested Majithia in the case allegedly involving laundering of Rs 540 crore of "drug money".

Col assault case: Army seeks fair probe; Punjab DGP assures stern action

Col assault case: Army seeks fair probe; Punjab DGP assures stern action

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

The Indian Army has demanded a fair and time-bound investigation into the assault of Colonel Pushpinder Singh Bath by 12 Punjab Police personnel. The incident occurred on March 13-14 over a parking dispute in Patiala. The Punjab Police has assured justice and set up a special investigation team to probe the matter. The Army and Punjab Police have reiterated their commitment to maintaining the long-standing bonhomie between the two forces.

Tahawwur Rana produced in court; NIA seeks 20-day custody

Tahawwur Rana produced in court; NIA seeks 20-day custody

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key figure in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, has been extradited from the US to India and produced before a Delhi court. Rana, a close associate of David Coleman Headley, was brought to India after the US Supreme Court dismissed his review plea against extradition. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has sought 20 days of custody to interrogate Rana, citing clinching evidence, including emails. The agency believes that Rana's interrogation is critical to understanding the larger conspiracy behind the attacks and his role in planning them.

Undertrial beaten to death inside Delhi court lock-up

Undertrial beaten to death inside Delhi court lock-up

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

The two accused allegedly allegedly kicked him repeatedly and smashed his head on the wall, they said.

Wrestling: Women's national camp moved from Lucknow to Patiala

Wrestling: Women's national camp moved from Lucknow to Patiala

Rediff.com10 May 2023

The women's national wrestling camp will be held at Sports Authority of India's Patiala centre in future following reservations from multiple female grapplers.

Akali leader Bikram Majithia arrested in DA case

Akali leader Bikram Majithia arrested in DA case

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Majithia and his wife claimed that members of the Vigilance Bureau barged into their house in Green Avenue in Amritsar. They claimed that a similar raid was conducted at their residence in Chandigarh.

India set 30-medal target at Asian Athletics Championships

India set 30-medal target at Asian Athletics Championships

Rediff.com22 May 2025

In the 2023 edition, India had won 27 medals to finish third in the standings behind Japan and China.

Where to take Tahawwur Rana for probe will be decided by...: Fadnavis

Where to take Tahawwur Rana for probe will be decided by...: Fadnavis

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said on Friday that the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and the Union Home Ministry will decide where 26/11 terror attack conspirator Tahawwur Rana will be taken for probe. Rana was extradited from the US.

Diljit Dosanjh Gives Met Gala A Taste Of Punjab

Diljit Dosanjh Gives Met Gala A Taste Of Punjab

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Diljit Dosanjh walked the iconic stairs of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, blending Punjabi royalty with a modern vision, on May 5.

The Sardar Who Won Over Kochi's Tummy

The Sardar Who Won Over Kochi's Tummy

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

'We are Indians irrespective whether we are Punjabi, Gujarati, Bengali, Malayali or Tamilian.' 'I am the best example of this integration.'

Punjab CM Mann takes jibe at BJP over Operation Sindoor

Punjab CM Mann takes jibe at BJP over Operation Sindoor

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann took a jibe at the Bharatiya Janata Party over Operation Sindoor on Wednesday, saying this is the first time that Indian representatives have been sent abroad to convey about the country's victory in an armed conflict.

Security tightened outside Delhi court ahead of Rana's appearance

Security tightened outside Delhi court ahead of Rana's appearance

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Security has been heightened outside the Patiala House Court in Delhi ahead of the expected appearance of Tahawwur Rana, a key accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. Rana, who was extradited from the US, is likely to be produced in court on Thursday. The Delhi Police and paramilitary forces are carrying out thorough security checks to prevent any untoward incidents.

Air raid alert sounded in Chandigarh for an hour

Air raid alert sounded in Chandigarh for an hour

Rediff.com9 May 2025

The Chandigarh administration on Friday sounded a fresh air raid siren, appealing to people to remain indoors. The development came amid escalating tension between India and Pakistan.

Red alert in many states as monsoon covers India; 2 killed U'khand

Red alert in many states as monsoon covers India; 2 killed U'khand

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

The labourers, who are said to be of Nepali origin, were engaged in the construction of a hotel.

Patiala woman arrested for harbouring Amritpal, aide Papalpreet

Patiala woman arrested for harbouring Amritpal, aide Papalpreet

Rediff.com26 Mar 2023

According to a senior police official, Amritpal and his aide Papalpreet Singh had allegedly stayed at the residence of Balbir Kaur in Patiala's Hargobind Nagar on March 19.

Triptii, Rashmika, Kriti Party Together

Triptii, Rashmika, Kriti Party Together

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Film folk didn't hold back from a midweek party, as one of Bollywood's most successful production houses turned 20.

Rana may give info on LeT's terror plans, NIA tells court

Rana may give info on LeT's terror plans, NIA tells court

Rediff.com1 May 2025

The National Investigation Agency has informed a Delhi court that Mumbai attack accused Tahawwur Rana could spill the beans on the ongoing and future terror plans of outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba and its chief Hafiz Saeed for India.

NIA to question Rana about planning of 26/11 attacks

NIA to question Rana about planning of 26/11 attacks

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

Tahawwur Hussain Rana, the mastermind behind the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, has been taken into 18-day custody by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in India. Rana was extradited from the United States after years of legal battles and will be questioned to unravel the complete conspiracy behind the attacks.

How Did Emma Chamberlain Get Patiala Maharaja's Choker?

How Did Emma Chamberlain Get Patiala Maharaja's Choker?

Rediff.com11 May 2022

While social media has been agog about Emma's necklace, Maharaja Bhupinder Singh's grandson Captain Amarinder Singh (retd), the former Punjab chief minister, hasn't said anything yet.

Tahawwur Rana's NIA custody extended for 12 days

Tahawwur Rana's NIA custody extended for 12 days

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

A Delhi court on Monday extended by 12 more days the NIA custody of 26/11 Mumbai attack accused Tahawwur Hussain Rana.

Plans to add corporate touch to India's Olympic dreams

Plans to add corporate touch to India's Olympic dreams

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Sports Minister Mandaviya plans COE for every sport with corporate funding

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.

'BCCI ready to fund couple of Olympic disciplines'

'BCCI ready to fund couple of Olympic disciplines'

Rediff.com15 May 2025

BCCI wants to adopt Olympic sports; Govt mulling approval to OCI athletes

What Gave Janhvi Sleepless Nights

What Gave Janhvi Sleepless Nights

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Janhvi Kapoor celebrates four years of her film Roohi and her dance number Nadiyon Par in the film.

SC praises protesting farmer leader as he breaks fast

SC praises protesting farmer leader as he breaks fast

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who was on an indefinite hunger strike in support of various demands, has broken his fast after the Punjab government intervened and dispersed protesting farmers at Khanauri and Shambhu borders. The Supreme Court lauded Dallewal's efforts and acknowledged the government's action, while also asking for a status report on the situation. Contempt proceedings against the Punjab chief secretary and Director General of Police for not complying with the court's order of providing medical aid to Dallewal were dropped.

Indian men shatter 15-year-old national relay record

Indian men shatter 15-year-old national relay record

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Gurindervir, Kujur, Manikanta, Amlan set new 4x100m relay national record

Neeraj Chopra brings the world to his backyard

Neeraj Chopra brings the world to his backyard

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

The Neeraj Chopra Classic, a star-studded global javelin event featuring double Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra, will be held in Panchkula on May 24.

What's Santa Doing In School?!

What's Santa Doing In School?!

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

School children celebrates Christmas dressed as Santa Claus.

Sirens, blackouts in border states as Pak attack foiled

Sirens, blackouts in border states as Pak attack foiled

Rediff.com9 May 2025

People in several districts of Punjab, Jammu and Kashmir and Gujarat spent an anxious night as authorities enforced blackouts amid heightened tension between India and Pakistan.