News for 'Ram Rahim Singh'

Akal Takht rejects Dera chief's fresh apology

Akal Takht rejects Dera chief's fresh apology

Rediff.com27 Jun 2007

Emerging from a meeting of Akal Takht in Amritsar, jathedar Joginder Singh Vedanti told reporters that "the fresh note received from Dera head neither accepts his sin nor promises not to repeat such act again."

Dera row: Sikh high priests take tough stance

Dera row: Sikh high priests take tough stance

Rediff.com20 May 2007

The Sikh high priests have called for a Punjab bandh on May 22.

Case registered against Dera chief

Case registered against Dera chief

Rediff.com20 May 2007

The action came a day after the Dera Sacha Sauda expressed regret over "the chain of events" leading to violence in Punjab and said its head never intended to imitate Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh guru.

Patil promises action against Sacha Sauda

Patil promises action against Sacha Sauda

Rediff.com17 May 2007

The matter was raised by Dr Rattan Singh, member of Lok Sabha from Tarn Taran and Saranjit Singh Dhillon, who alleged that the Congress party was behind engineering violence against the Akalis.

Dera Sacha Sauda issues apology

Dera Sacha Sauda issues apology

Rediff.com27 May 2007

Dera chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh has apologised for dressing up like Guru Gobind Singh.

Rajnath appeals for peace in wake of Dera chief's conviction

Rajnath appeals for peace in wake of Dera chief's conviction

Rediff.com25 Aug 2017

Singh said he took stock of the situation in Haryana, Punjab and Chandigarh in the wake of violence following conviction of the Dera chief.

Dera row: Sikhs paralyse rail service in Punjab

Dera row: Sikhs paralyse rail service in Punjab

Rediff.com25 Jun 2008

Train services in Punjab were suspended on Wednesday following blocking of tracks at several places by members of the Sikh community, who are demanding the arrest of Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmit Ram Rahim Singh in the wake of the Mumbai firing incident.The 'rail roko' call given by Damdami Taksal, Shiromani Akali Dal and certain radical Sikh organisations asked the protesters to remain peaceful.

Comedian Kiku Sharda arrested, bailed, arrested again for mimicking Dera chief

Comedian Kiku Sharda arrested, bailed, arrested again for mimicking Dera chief

Rediff.com14 Jan 2016

Comedian Kiku Sharda was arrested by Haryana police on a complaint alleging he hurt religious sentiments by mocking Dera Sacha Sauda sect head Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh.

Mumbai: Dera chief's bodyguard kills 1

Mumbai: Dera chief's bodyguard kills 1

Rediff.com21 Jun 2008

One person was killed on Friday in firing by a bodyguard of Dera Sacha Sauda chief Ram Rahim Singh, which is at loggerheads with the Sikh clergy, during clashes between Sikhs and supporters of the group in a mall in a north-east Mumbai suburb, police said. The clashes occurred during a visit by Singh in the Nirmal Lifestyles mall in suburban Mulund late on Friday evening, they said.

HC directs Dera chief to join investigations

HC directs Dera chief to join investigations

Rediff.com6 Aug 2007

The court also directed that Singh shall remain present and join investigations as and when required in future and adjourned the matter to September 19.

Dera moves Kalam, wants Punjab govt sacked

Dera moves Kalam, wants Punjab govt sacked

Rediff.com28 Jun 2007

The action committee of the Sirsa-based sect, in a letter to Kalam, also demanded registration of case against those who are allegedly committing excesses on its followers.

Arrest warrant against Dera chief

Arrest warrant against Dera chief

Rediff.com20 Jun 2007

The court, however, directed the police to seek the Punjab government's permission before arresting the Sirsa-based Dera head.

Akal Takht seek honest apology from Dera chief

Akal Takht seek honest apology from Dera chief

Rediff.com14 Jul 2007

Talking about the earlier two apologies sent by the Dera Sacha Sauda, Vedanti described them as mere 'press notes' and alleged the language used in the text was not proper.

I'm not projecting myself as God: Dera chief on 'MSG' row

I'm not projecting myself as God: Dera chief on 'MSG' row

Rediff.com16 Jan 2015

Dera Saccha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh on Friday said he was unaware of the reasons behind Central Board of Film Certification chairperson Leela Samson's resignation, adding that those protesting against his movie Messenger of God have not seen it yet.

CBI serves notice to Dera chief

CBI serves notice to Dera chief

Rediff.com18 Aug 2007

A special CBI team, escorted by heavily armed police, reached the Dera headquarters in Sirsa on Saturday morning and was made to wait for over three hours before the notice could be served to the Dera chief in his gufa (cave), CBI sources said.

High Court grants interim bail to Dera Chief

High Court grants interim bail to Dera Chief

Rediff.com29 Jun 2007

The government had given the nod for his arrest.

Dera to seek quashing of warrant

Dera to seek quashing of warrant

Rediff.com29 Jun 2007

Acting on the court's directive, the Punjab government had on Wednesday given the go-ahead for the arrest and prosecution of Dera Sacha Sauda head.

'Identifying with a godman enhances your status'

'Identifying with a godman enhances your status'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2017

'As long as there is misery, as long as people let themselves be exploited by rogues, this will continue.'

Dera issue: Politics a hostage to religion

Dera issue: Politics a hostage to religion

Rediff.com30 Jun 2007

Who controls the government in Punjab?

 Dera case: Supreme Court refuses to step in

Dera case: Supreme Court refuses to step in

Rediff.com4 Jun 2007

The Dera had approached the apex court last Friday after the Akal Takht, the highest religious body of Sikhs, served an ultimatum to the Punjab government to close down all Deras in the state by May 27.

Dera row: Sikh priests issue another edict

Dera row: Sikh priests issue another edict

Rediff.com21 May 2007

As the Sikh's highest temporal seat gave an ultimatum to the Punjab government to close down the Deras by May 27, it rejected the regret expressed by Dera head Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh.

Haryana deputy advocate general sacked for accompanying Dera head

Haryana deputy advocate general sacked for accompanying Dera head

Rediff.com26 Aug 2017

The state government terminated the services of DAG Gurdas Salwara for carrying the bag of rape convict Gurmeet Ram Rahim.

I may be poor but not weak: Channi's retort to Sidhu

I may be poor but not weak: Channi's retort to Sidhu

Rediff.com6 Nov 2021

Sidhu in a press conference on Friday had questioned the Channi-led state government over the steps taken for the delivery of justice in the cases of desecration of the Guru Granth Sahib and drug trafficking.

Bathinda: Explosion in car kills 3, injures 15

Bathinda: Explosion in car kills 3, injures 15

Rediff.com1 Feb 2017

The incident took place near the venue of Congress leader Harminder Singh Jassi's roadshow.

Dera's IT head arrested for tampering with evidence

Dera's IT head arrested for tampering with evidence

Rediff.com13 Sep 2017

Vineet Kumar had changed several hard disks before the search operation at its headquarters in Sirsa.

Punjab govt puts ban on screening of 'Messenger of God'

Punjab govt puts ban on screening of 'Messenger of God'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2015

The Punjab government on Saturday decided to put a ban on the screening of the controversial movie 'Messenger of God' featuring Dera Sacha Sauda Chief Gurmit Ram Rahim Singh, in apprehension of breach of peace.

PIX: Poonam Pandey, Ranbir, Hrithik at an awards show

PIX: Poonam Pandey, Ranbir, Hrithik at an awards show

Rediff.com7 Feb 2017

Ranbir-Hrithik also grooved together!

Comedian Kiku Sharda released on bail

Comedian Kiku Sharda released on bail

Rediff.com13 Jan 2016

The actor's arrest had sparked social media outrage with people calling it an attack on the freedom of speech.

Sukhbir Badal escapes attempt on life at Golden Temple; ex-terrorist held

Sukhbir Badal escapes attempt on life at Golden Temple; ex-terrorist held

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

The man, identified as Narain Singh, was overpowered by some people standing outside the Golden Temple.

Box Office: Kapil Sharma beats Calendar Girls

Box Office: Kapil Sharma beats Calendar Girls

Rediff.com29 Sep 2015

A look at this week's hits and misses.

Box Office: Jazbaa opens well

Box Office: Jazbaa opens well

Rediff.com12 Oct 2015

Good news for Aishwarya Rai Bachchan fans.

Nirankari Mission head Hardev Singh dies

Nirankari Mission head Hardev Singh dies

Rediff.com13 May 2016

Hardev Singh, head of Nirankari Mission, was killed in a road accident in Canada on Friday.

Box Office: Katti Batti, Meeruthiya Gangsters flop

Box Office: Katti Batti, Meeruthiya Gangsters flop

Rediff.com21 Sep 2015

A look at this week's hits and misses.

Review: MSG: The Warrior Lion Heart is for die-hard Baba fans

Review: MSG: The Warrior Lion Heart is for die-hard Baba fans

Rediff.com8 Oct 2016

If you want to experience torture first-hand, watch MSG: The Warrior-Lion Heart, says Namrata Thakker.

Haryana minister donates Rs 50 lakh to Dera chief for 'sports'

Haryana minister donates Rs 50 lakh to Dera chief for 'sports'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2016

Notably, all the games played inside the academy are created by Gurmeet Ram Rahim himself and are not played at national or international level.

Satisfied with our work, says defiant Haryana CM after Dera violence

Satisfied with our work, says defiant Haryana CM after Dera violence

Rediff.com30 Aug 2017

There will not be any change in leadership, said Khattar after submitting a report to Shah on the violence in Haryana.

'Sholay Is 'Dadagiri' Cinematography'

'Sholay Is 'Dadagiri' Cinematography'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

'The way the anticipation is built up for Gabbar Singh's introduction scene with sound, image and details of his personality, like the combat boots he wears.' 'The camera comes so close -- not a tele lens shot, but a wide-angle close-up -- that you can almost smell Gabbar's breath.'

Be it Ram or Rahim Bhakti, it's time for Bharat Bhakti: PM

Be it Ram or Rahim Bhakti, it's time for Bharat Bhakti: PM

Rediff.com9 Nov 2019

All political parties have appeal for peace and harmony.

PIX: Manoj Bajpayee, Madhur Bhandarkar win Dadasaheb Phalke Award

PIX: Manoj Bajpayee, Madhur Bhandarkar win Dadasaheb Phalke Award

Rediff.com25 Apr 2016

A look at the big winners of the night!

'Is Kiku Sharda a criminal?'

'Is Kiku Sharda a criminal?'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2016

'We have become the other version of Taliban or Islamic State. There is no difference. Our levels are lower, but we are getting there.' 'If you say we are better than Pakistan, then I am sorry to say that we are as bad as Pakistan and Afghanistan.'