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Secrets Of The Koh-i-noor Review

Secrets Of The Koh-i-noor Review

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

The two-part docuseries, created by filmmaker Neeraj Panday, is not only informative but also engaging, feels Namrata Thakker.

Sikhs move court against French turban ban

Sikhs move court against French turban ban

Rediff.com6 Jun 2008

The United Sikhs, a United Nations-affiliated international non-governmental organisation, has moved the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg challenging a French law, passed in March 2004, which bans wearing of conspicuous religious signs, including the Sikh turban, in public schools in France.The United Sikhs lawyers filed a petition against France, on behalf of Jasvir Singh and Ranjit Singh, who were 14 and 17 respectively at the time when they were expelled.

The MEN in Rakul Singh's Career

The MEN in Rakul Singh's Career

Rediff.com27 Aug 2021

The gorgeous actress has signed up as many as nine films, which are in various stages of production.

Dera chief in court again as final arguments begin in 2 murder cases

Dera chief in court again as final arguments begin in 2 murder cases

Rediff.com16 Sep 2017

The CBI court is hearing the cases of killings of journalist Ram Chander Chhatrapati and former Dera manager Ranjit Singh.

BSF, Air India post big wins

BSF, Air India post big wins

Rediff.com18 Apr 2007

BSF routed Bharat Petroleum 4-1 while Air India scored a 3-0 victory over Army XI in the Bombay Gold Cup hockey tournament.

Will Dharmendra Pradhan Be Next BJP President?

Will Dharmendra Pradhan Be Next BJP President?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

Mr Pradhan's understanding of realpolitik and organisational dynamics makes him the ultimate party man, notes Aditi Phadnis.

Ahead of Punjab polls, Haryana's BJP govt grants 3-week furlough to Ram Rahim

Ahead of Punjab polls, Haryana's BJP govt grants 3-week furlough to Ram Rahim

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, who is serving a prison sentence in a Haryana jail, was granted a three-week furlough on Monday, a reprieve that Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar said had nothing to do with elections.

Ahead of Punjab poll Modi hosts prominent Sikhs, talks of work done for community

Ahead of Punjab poll Modi hosts prominent Sikhs, talks of work done for community

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted a number of prominent Sikhs at his residence on Friday and highlighted the works done by his government for the community.

Dera chief gets interim bail

Dera chief gets interim bail

Rediff.com4 Oct 2007

A local court on Thursday extended till October 15 the interim bail given to Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmit Ram Rahim Singh in three cases of murder and sexual harassment

Priceless Indian necklace returns home

Priceless Indian necklace returns home

Rediff.com18 Nov 2009

A 19th century necklace belonging to the great Sikh ruler Ranjit Singh's wife will finally return to Punjab.

Maqbool Sherwani: The Forgotten Hero Who Won Kashmir For India

Maqbool Sherwani: The Forgotten Hero Who Won Kashmir For India

Rediff.com8 May 2024

Shaheed Maqbool Sherwani changed the course of Indian history forever, but himself lies forgotten in the town he saved.

Govt does a U-turn on Kohinoor, says will make all efforts to bring it back

Govt does a U-turn on Kohinoor, says will make all efforts to bring it back

Rediff.com19 Apr 2016

In a statement, the government claimed it has not yet conveyed its views to the court "contrary to what is being misrepresented" in the media.

Indian Airlines, Punjab Sind Bank in semis

Indian Airlines, Punjab Sind Bank in semis

Rediff.com4 Mar 2006

The former beat South Central Railway while the bankmen accounted for Pakistan International Airlines.

Ashraf's brace gives PIA victory

Ashraf's brace gives PIA victory

Rediff.com2 Mar 2006

In another match in the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Hockey Tournament, Indian Airlines beat Punjab Sind Bank 2-0.

Is That Bhagwant Mann With Preity?

Is That Bhagwant Mann With Preity?

Rediff.com20 May 2023

Sports Minister Anurag Thakur was in Dharamsala too.

HC stays arrest of Dera chief till Oct 4

HC stays arrest of Dera chief till Oct 4

Rediff.com17 Sep 2007

The Dera head had been accused by the CBI of two murders -- Dera manager Ranjit Singh and scribe Ram Chander Chattarapati -- besides rape of his disciple.

BSF jawan arrested for sharing info with Pak agent

BSF jawan arrested for sharing info with Pak agent

Rediff.com4 Nov 2018

The accused, Sheikh Riazuddin, was under the scanner of the BSF intelligence wing for his suspicious activities for the last few months, they said.

Why Punjab Needs A Leader Like Mayawati

Why Punjab Needs A Leader Like Mayawati

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

Unless Punjab has a chief minister who is able to look beyond community/vote bank politics, carry all sections of society, stop appeasing while addressing genuine concerns and break the stranglehold of the SGPC over Sikh affairs, my beloved home state is bound to die and conversions will be rampant, warns Sanjeev Nayaar.

Dera evasive on murder, rape charges

Dera evasive on murder, rape charges

Rediff.com2 Aug 2007

"I thought that rediff.com was only a portal and had nothing to do with news," he said.

Kanwalpreet banned for two years

Kanwalpreet banned for two years

Rediff.com28 Mar 2005

The Punjab Police defender had attacked Indian hockey ace Deepak Thakur during a match in the Ranjit Singh tournament last month.

CBI charges Dera chief in murder and rape cases

CBI charges Dera chief in murder and rape cases

Rediff.com1 Aug 2007

Earlier, the CBI filed a "status report" in the court of Justices Adesh Kumar Goel and Ajay Lamba about the three cases in compliance of the high court's order.

Why British Queen Camilla chooses crown without Kohinoor for May coronation

Why British Queen Camilla chooses crown without Kohinoor for May coronation

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

The palace said the Queen Mary Crown was removed from display at the Tower of London to be repurposed for the ceremony on May 6 with jewels paying tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth II.

Bhajan Lal sole winner for Haryana Janhit Congress

Bhajan Lal sole winner for Haryana Janhit Congress

Rediff.com25 May 2008

Former chief minister Bhajan Lal of the newly-floated Haryana Janhit Congress won the Adampur seat for a record 10th time while the Congress retained both the Indri and Gohana seats.

Amarinder to float new party, open to seat pact with BJP

Amarinder to float new party, open to seat pact with BJP

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

'Hopeful of a seat arrangement with BJP in polls if farmers protest is resolved in farmers' interest'

R S Sharma to be new Mumbai police chief

R S Sharma to be new Mumbai police chief

Rediff.com30 Dec 2002

He will take over from M N Singh on January 1, 2003.

Bharat Petroleum, Army XI score

Bharat Petroleum, Army XI score

Rediff.com3 Mar 2006

The former beat Indian Oil while the armymen accounted for Air India in the Ranjit Singh hockey tournament.

Justice R N Sarkaria passes away

Justice R N Sarkaria passes away

Rediff.com13 Oct 2007

Former Supreme Court judge Ranjit Singh Sarkaria, who defined Centre-state relations for over two decades, died after a prolonged illness in Chandigarh on Friday night. He was 91. He began his career as an advocate in the Patiala High Court in 1940. He was appointed a judge of the Supreme Court in September 1973 and retired in 1981.

Chowrasia grabs lead in Hindu Open

Chowrasia grabs lead in Hindu Open

Rediff.com21 Sep 2005

The Kolkata pro shot a superb eight-under par 64 in the opening round of the tournament.

Jyoti, Arjun make fine start

Jyoti, Arjun make fine start

Rediff.com23 Jul 2003

Shaurya Chakra awardee Balwinder, who fought terrorism in Punjab, shot dead

Shaurya Chakra awardee Balwinder, who fought terrorism in Punjab, shot dead

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

Sandhu had fought against terrorism in the state for years, facing at least 16 terror attacks during height of Khalistani militancy in Punjab but had been able to repudiate them all while fighting militants along with his brother and their wives.

Wanted for rape, murder, former UP minister, son surrender

Wanted for rape, murder, former UP minister, son surrender

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

They were both carrying a cash reward of Rs 5,000 each for their arrest.

Delhi: 4 JeM terrorists arrested after encounter

Delhi: 4 JeM terrorists arrested after encounter

Rediff.com5 Feb 2007

Police also recovered a large quantity of explosives from them.

PSB down Indian Airlines

PSB down Indian Airlines

Rediff.com25 Feb 2005

In another match, in the Super League of the Ranjit Singh hockey tournament, Punjab Police blanked Sapura Hockey Club from Malaysia 3-0.

Chowrasia opens up six stroke lead

Chowrasia opens up six stroke lead

Rediff.com25 Feb 2005

The Kolkata pro is on the brink of victory after the penultimate round in the Sir Padampat Singhania Open golf tournament.

Mukesh wins Airtel Open

Mukesh wins Airtel Open

Rediff.com19 Feb 2005

Mukesh Kumar won the inaugural Airtel Open Golf title in Mumbai to register his fourth win on the Amby Valley PGAI Tour 2004-05 season.

J&K: 3 ultras, 1 SPO killed in encounters

J&K: 3 ultras, 1 SPO killed in encounters

Rediff.com26 Jun 2005

Three militants trying to infiltrate into India and a special police officer were killed in separate encounters with security forces in Jammu region, defence sources said on Sunday.

'Telgi case has demoralised Mumbai police'

'Telgi case has demoralised Mumbai police'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2003

'Maharashtra Home Minister Chhagan Bhujbal has singlehandedly destroyed the police force,' says former Mumbai police commissioner Julio Ribeiro.

CBI arrests 7 for alleged manipulation of JEE Mains exam

CBI arrests 7 for alleged manipulation of JEE Mains exam

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

The CBI has arrested seven persons including two directors of a Noida-based private institution in connection with alleged manipulation of JEE Mains examination 2021, officials said Friday.

Thakur scores thrice for Indian Oil

Thakur scores thrice for Indian Oil

Rediff.com1 Mar 2006

Indian Oil and Indian Airlines scored big victories over Air India and Pakistan International Airlines in the Ranjit Singh hockey tournament.

Stamp paper racket: R S Sharma questioned again

Stamp paper racket: R S Sharma questioned again

Rediff.com30 Nov 2003

This is the fourth time the former Mumbai police chief has been called by the SIT in connection with the fake stamp paper racket.