News for 'Punjabi'

Punjab cop suspended for PM security breach in 2022

Punjab cop suspended for PM security breach in 2022

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

On January 5, 2022, Prime Minister Modi's convoy was stranded on a flyover due to a blockade by protesters in Ferozepur after which he returned from Punjab without attending any of the events, including a rally. The security breach ahead of the Punjab Assembly elections had led to a major political controversy.

The Taj Mahal vanishes!

The Taj Mahal vanishes!

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

The Taj Mahal in Agra was engulfed in a layer of haze on Monday morning amid the rise in air pollution levels, with tourists unable to believe their eyes.

3 Indians accused of killing Nijjar appear in court

3 Indians accused of killing Nijjar appear in court

Rediff.com8 May 2024

All three agreed to have the proceedings heard in English and each of them nodded that they understood the charges of first-degree murder and conspiring to murder Nijjar, the report said.

Shahid Kapoor: Here Comes The Hotstepper!

Shahid Kapoor: Here Comes The Hotstepper!

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

After a few heavy-duty parts, the 42 year old is ready to let his hair down and burn the dance floor once again in his upcoming rom-com, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, co-starring Kriti Sanon.

'Ranbir said, 'Yaar, what a shot you just gave!''

'Ranbir said, 'Yaar, what a shot you just gave!''

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

'Ranbir helped me a lot with emotions and dialogues. As an actor, he makes us very secure.' 'He guides us with his experiences. He makes the work really, really easy and wonderful for his co-stars.'

BJP 1st list: Bansuri Swaraj makes poll debut; Bidhuri, Lekhi dropped

BJP 1st list: Bansuri Swaraj makes poll debut; Bidhuri, Lekhi dropped

Rediff.com3 Mar 2024

Bansuri Swaraj, the daughter of former Union minister Sushma Swaraj, will contest the upcoming Lok Sabha polls from the New Delhi seat and incumbent MP Manoj Tiwari from Northeast Delhi as the Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday announced the names of five candidates from the national capital, dropping four MPs -- Meenakshi Lekhi, Harsh Vardhan, Parvesh Verma and Ramesh Bidhuri.

'People Want To Marry Me'

'People Want To Marry Me'

Rediff.com15 May 2024

'People are saying, 'Wah Ustad!''

Punjabi author returns Padma Shri over 'growing intolerance'

Punjabi author returns Padma Shri over 'growing intolerance'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2015

Eminent Punjabi writer and Padma Shri winner Dalip Kaur Tiwana decided to return her award protesting "recurrent atrocities" on Muslims in the country, as another Kannada writer joined authors giving up their Sahitya Akademi Awards against "growing intolerance".

Pari-Raghav's Shaadi Festivities Begin!

Pari-Raghav's Shaadi Festivities Begin!

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

On Wednesday, the couple hosted a Sufi night for family and friends at Raghav's residence in New Delhi.

Malaika's 'Date' With M F Husain!

Malaika's 'Date' With M F Husain!

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

Bollywood is always on the move, whether on work or pleasure. And they *always* keep us updated!

Shilpa Shetty Visits The Golden Temple

Shilpa Shetty Visits The Golden Temple

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

After making a bold statement at the Big Impact Awards over the weekend, Shilpa Shetty Kundra and her family visited the Golden Temple in Amritsar on February 27.

Ask Sikhs In Punjab If They Want Khalistan...

Ask Sikhs In Punjab If They Want Khalistan...

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

Almost all will say no. Then ask them why they don't push back at those who rise the slogan of Khalistan. Somebody would confront you with a counter-question: If people can talk of a Hindu Rashtra, why get so upset if others talk of a Sikh Nation, points out Shekhar Gupta.

'The BJP Is A Huge Banyan Tree'

'The BJP Is A Huge Banyan Tree'

Rediff.com2 May 2024

'Elections are fought to win.' 'In our party, the leadership takes the final decision, and our leaders are very clear about it.'

How Rishabh Pant Welcomed Rahul At NCA

How Rishabh Pant Welcomed Rahul At NCA

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

K L Rahul, who is currently undergoing rehabilitation at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru, provided fans with an update on his recovery.

Sidharth Has A Monsoon Reminder

Sidharth Has A Monsoon Reminder

Rediff.com2 Jul 2023

Nimrat sings... Raima goes for gold... Tiger shows off...

Badal dedicates Padma award to proud, patriotic Punjabis

Badal dedicates Padma award to proud, patriotic Punjabis

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

The Punjab CM said he was overwhelmed at receiving the Padma Vibhushan.

Amritsar No Cakewalk For Taranjit Singh Sandhu

Amritsar No Cakewalk For Taranjit Singh Sandhu

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

Barring 2004 and 2009 when Navjot Singh Sidhu won the Amritsar seat as a BJP MP and 1998 when Daya Singh Sodhi from BJP was elected as the MP, it has essentially a Congress bastion.

Sunny Singh Gill set to become first referee of Indian descent in EPL

Sunny Singh Gill set to become first referee of Indian descent in EPL

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

Sunny Singh Gill was standing at the proverbial career crossroads one year ago. He had the option to continue as a prison officer or concentrate on carrying forward his family's rich footballing legacy by chasing his refereeing dream.

IPL 2024: How god-fearing Mayank turned struggle into success

IPL 2024: How god-fearing Mayank turned struggle into success

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

The Delhi youngster had had his fair share of struggles while transforming from a frail 15-year-old to a frighteningly quick fast bowler.

NIA cracks down on Babbar Khalsa, Bishnoi gang; raids 32 places

NIA cracks down on Babbar Khalsa, Bishnoi gang; raids 32 places

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

The raids were carried out in Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi and the Union Territory of Chandigarh by the NIA as part of a mega operation that began early Thursday morning, a spokesperson of the premier investigating agency said.

Delhi govt orders to shut primary schools for 2 days due to rising pollution

Delhi govt orders to shut primary schools for 2 days due to rising pollution

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

Pollution levels in the national capital entered the "severe" zone for the first time this season on Thursday, with scientists warning of a further spike over the next two weeks.

Heeramandi Review: Romance, Revenge, Rebellion

Heeramandi Review: Romance, Revenge, Rebellion

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Heeramandi, a passion project that took off after years in development and planning, mirrors Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film-making's finest and frustrating features, observes Sukanya Verma.

First Pictures: Parineeti Weds Raghav

First Pictures: Parineeti Weds Raghav

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

Aam Aadmi Party MP Raghav Chadha and actor Parineeti Chopra tied the knot on September 24 in Udaipur.

Pictures That Best Capture 2023's Hindi Cinema

Pictures That Best Capture 2023's Hindi Cinema

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

From moments that felt long time in the coming to swashbuckling statements that could be interpreted in more ways than one, there are some that fanned our nostalgia, some made our jaws drop (or stomachs churn), some hit too close home, still others left us with a lingering sense of guilt. Sukanya Verma picks cinematic imagery that stood out in 2023.

Ready For Some Mid-Week Glamour, Bollywood Style?

Ready For Some Mid-Week Glamour, Bollywood Style?

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

Bollywood's gorgeous ladies don't save up all their glamour for their weekend parties.

The Top Performers Of 2023

The Top Performers Of 2023

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

2023 has seen some beautiful performances in films that released on OTT as well as in theatres.

Fab Or Flop? Shehnaaz's Make Up Free Look. Vote Now!

Fab Or Flop? Shehnaaz's Make Up Free Look. Vote Now!

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

Is it possible to fall in love with her fresh-faced moments?

Dunki Teaser: The SRK We Missed Is Back!

Dunki Teaser: The SRK We Missed Is Back!

Rediff.com3 Nov 2023

Dunki arrives at the right time after seeing Shah Rukh doing the heavy-duty action in his last two blockbusters. In a pleasant change, he is not tied up to any life-saving mission or out on a blood-soaked revenge, notes Mayur Sanap.

Farmers refuse to cremate dead protester till case booked

Farmers refuse to cremate dead protester till case booked

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

Farmer leaders participating in the 'Delhi Chalo' agitation on Friday said the cremation of Shubhkaran Singh, who died amid clashes between Haryana Police and Punjab farmers, will not take place till the Punjab government registers a case against those responsible it.

The Best of Pankaj Udhas

The Best of Pankaj Udhas

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

His elegant body of work, LIVE and recordings, is a tuneful treasure whose melody and memory lives on. Fondly remembering the late singer and 10 of his superhit songs.

Haryana farmers heading towards Punjab tear-gassed, clash with cops

Haryana farmers heading towards Punjab tear-gassed, clash with cops

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

Police on Friday used tear gas to disperse Haryana farmers heading towards Khanauri on Punjab's border with the state where farmers, mostly from Punjab, have been camping since last week after their 'Delhi Chalo' march was halted by security forces.

Mast Mein Rehne Ka Review: Delightful Watch

Mast Mein Rehne Ka Review: Delightful Watch

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

Mast Mein Rehne Ka is a thoroughly human film, which makes you laugh as hard as it will make you feel for the characters, notes Mayur Sanap.

What's Sidharth Malhotra Aiming For?

What's Sidharth Malhotra Aiming For?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

The actor was part of the 'electrifying launch' of Starlight Gaming's first-ever Battle Royale game Raider SIX in Mumbai.

Mumbai man finds dead rat in chicken dish; 3 arrested

Mumbai man finds dead rat in chicken dish; 3 arrested

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

The customer started feeling sick after discovering the rat in the curry and he visited a doctor.

Youth found murdered in Punjab gurdwara, Nihang held

Youth found murdered in Punjab gurdwara, Nihang held

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Dhillon told reporters that IPS Section 304 slapped against the Nihang could be converted into Section 302 (murder) following further investigation.

Kejriwal wanted Sidhu to be Punjab CM, claims Navjot Kaur

Kejriwal wanted Sidhu to be Punjab CM, claims Navjot Kaur

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu's wife Navjot Kaur on Friday said her husband 'gifted' the chief minister's chair to Bhagwant Mann, claiming that Arvind Kejriwal once wanted the former cricketer to lead Punjab but he chose not to betray his party.

Centre reveals why R-Day tableaux of Punjab, Bengal rejected

Centre reveals why R-Day tableaux of Punjab, Bengal rejected

Rediff.com31 Dec 2023

In its response, the Ministry of Defence issued a statement saying tableaux proposals from states and Union territories and central ministries or departments are evaluated by an 'expert committee' comprising eminent persons in the fields of art, culture, painting, sculpture, music, architecture and choreography among others.

'Dunki' flight to Nicaragua: 14 agents booked for human trafficking

'Dunki' flight to Nicaragua: 14 agents booked for human trafficking

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

Weeks after a Nicaragua-bound plane carrying Indians was grounded in France and later sent back to India, the Gujarat police have booked 14 agents on the charge of human trafficking for trying to send more than 60 persons from Gujarat to the US illegally via Mexico border, a senior official said.

'I reigned as a khalnayak'

'I reigned as a khalnayak'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

''Even today, after 63 years, I'm still looking forward to a new release.'