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Didn't 'resign' from BJP says Navjot Kaur Sidhu

Didn't 'resign' from BJP says Navjot Kaur Sidhu

Rediff.com4 Apr 2016

After her Facebook announcement quitting the BJP on April Fools' Day, BJP's Chief Parliamentary Secretary in Punjab Navjot Kaur Sidhu said "all is well".

One more Indian-origin held in Canada's CAD 22.5 mn gold, cash heist

One more Indian-origin held in Canada's CAD 22.5 mn gold, cash heist

Rediff.com12 May 2024

The gold and currency had arrived on an Air Canada flight from Zurich, Switzerland, to Pearson International Airport in Toronto.

BJP may shift Sidhu from Amritsar to Delhi

BJP may shift Sidhu from Amritsar to Delhi

Rediff.com22 Apr 2013

The BJP feels that Navjot Singh Sidhu will prove to be a draw among the youth, the middle classes and the Sikh community in Delhi, reports Sunita Moga in New Delhi

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.

Sidhu has no pre-conditions, just needs time to think: Kejriwal

Sidhu has no pre-conditions, just needs time to think: Kejriwal

Rediff.com19 Aug 2016

Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Friday sought to scotch "rumours" on Navjot Singh Sidhu's possible induction in Aam Aadmi Party, saying the cricketer-turned-politician has not put any pre-condition and just needs "time to think".

Cannot guarantee medal at Asiad: Heena Sidhu

Cannot guarantee medal at Asiad: Heena Sidhu

Rediff.com28 Jul 2018

'This is another opportunity to do that, improve my medal and performance. I have got two team bronze in the Asian Games, and hopefully, I will improve my performance and maybe even get the gold'

Ranji Roundup: Uttarakhand, Himachal off to good start

Ranji Roundup: Uttarakhand, Himachal off to good start

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Roundup of matches across various venues in the Ranji Trophy 2024-25

8 Bishnoi gang shooters held in police crackdown

8 Bishnoi gang shooters held in police crackdown

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

Though the police have not found their links in Siddique's murder case as of now, the accused were being further interrogated, she said.

This Batter's Back After Heart Surgery!

This Batter's Back After Heart Surgery!

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Yash Dhull, who captained India to the Under-19 World Cup title in 2022, has made a comeback to cricket two months after undergoing surgery for a hole in his heart.

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.

Speculation rife over Sidhu joining Congress as ex-BJP MP meets Rahul

Speculation rife over Sidhu joining Congress as ex-BJP MP meets Rahul

Rediff.com20 Dec 2016

Sidhu's meeting with Gandhi lasted for more than 30 minutes and had come at a time when the Congress has finalised half of its candidates for the coming assembly elections in Punjab.

Out of jail, Hemant Soren declares 'rebellion' to drive out 'feudal forces

Out of jail, Hemant Soren declares 'rebellion' to drive out 'feudal forces

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

Soren, addressing a rally in Bhognadih on the occasion of 'Hul Diwas', also claimed that the saffron party has turned 'jittery' after his release from jail and its leaders are 'conspiring' against him again.

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.

Navjot Sidhu convicted of homicide

Navjot Sidhu convicted of homicide

Rediff.com1 Dec 2006

The former India batsman was accused of getting into a fight with the occupant of the other car and beating him up, leading to his death.

Of Lalu, Sidhu and GM

Of Lalu, Sidhu and GM

Rediff.com20 Jun 2006

Navjot Singh Sidhu's wife Navjot Kaur to join Congress on November 28

Navjot Singh Sidhu's wife Navjot Kaur to join Congress on November 28

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

Announcing the decision, Punjab Congress chief Amarinder Singh welcomed them in the party fold, saying Congress will be further strengthened ahead of the Punjab assembly elections with the joining of like-minded people.

Days after announcing his party, Navjot Sidhu resigns from BJP

Days after announcing his party, Navjot Sidhu resigns from BJP

Rediff.com14 Sep 2016

"I hereby resign from the primary membership of BJP. Long association (with BJP), painful decision... not my wife, children and party, but Punjab alone comes first. Punjab, Punjabiat and every Punjabi must win (sic)," Sidhu said in his letter.

Amritsar tragedy: Case against Sidhu's wife; NHRC notices to Railways, Punjab

Amritsar tragedy: Case against Sidhu's wife; NHRC notices to Railways, Punjab

Rediff.com22 Oct 2018

Detailed reports have been sought from the state's chief secretary and from the chairman of the Railway Board in four weeks, an NHRC spokesperson said.

Sidhu attacks Kejriwal, Badals at the launch of new front

Sidhu attacks Kejriwal, Badals at the launch of new front

Rediff.com8 Sep 2016

Sidhu said that in the next 15-20 days he will come out with the front's future plan.

FIR lodged against Navjyot Singh Sidhu

FIR lodged against Navjyot Singh Sidhu

Rediff.com24 Nov 2008

The Madhya Pradesh police have registered a First Information Report against Bharatiya Janata Party member of Parliament and former cricketer Navjyot Singh Sidhu for allegedly inciting religious feelings of the people while delivering a poll speech at Kareli in Narsinghpur district on November 11.

Cong, BJP spar over Manmohan Singh's funeral site

Cong, BJP spar over Manmohan Singh's funeral site

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

The Congress on Saturday accused the Centre of insulting Dr Manmohan Singh, the country's first Sikh prime minister, by carrying out his last rites at the Nigambodh Ghat instead of a designated spot that could later become his memorial.

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.

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 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.

SAI requests CBSE to adjust board exam dates of shooters Bhaker, Sidhu

SAI requests CBSE to adjust board exam dates of shooters Bhaker, Sidhu

Rediff.com15 Feb 2019

The initiative by SAI is part of ongoingefforts of the government to help young athletes balance their sporting career and academics.

SC asks Sidhu to face trial in 2009 poll related case

SC asks Sidhu to face trial in 2009 poll related case

Rediff.com26 Oct 2016

SC asked Sidhu to face trial for seeking assistance of a government servant during the 2009 general elections.

Champions Mumbai shocked by Baroda in Ranji Trophy opener

Champions Mumbai shocked by Baroda in Ranji Trophy opener

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Shreyas Iyer, Prithvi Shaw and Ajinkya Rahane flopped with the bat as defending champions Mumbai were shocked by Baroda by 84 runs.

Satwik-Chirag eye more silverware; Sidhu, Srikanth keen to bounce back

Satwik-Chirag eye more silverware; Sidhu, Srikanth keen to bounce back

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

Fresh from their Korea Open triumph, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty will look to continue their dream run.

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.

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.

Hey SA, Watch Out for Bumrah!

Hey SA, Watch Out for Bumrah!

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Bumrah will lead India's bowling attack as they chase history in South Africa.

Hope funds for my preparations are released, says shooter Sidhu

Hope funds for my preparations are released, says shooter Sidhu

Rediff.com17 Mar 2016

India's top pistol shooter Heena Sidhu is hoping funds sanctioned to her by the government as part of its TOP scheme for her Olympic preparations are released on time. "Going into the Olympics, I hope that the funds meant for my preparation will be released on time so that my training doesn't suffer. There are lot of paperwork, it's a long process normally. OGQ has been doing a lot too," Sidhu said on the sidelines of an event in New Delhi on Thursday. The current world record holder and former world No. 1 secured an Olympic quota for the country in January after she led from start to claim gold medal in women's 10-m air pistol at the last Asia Olympic Qualifiers for Shooting. Asked about her preparation, she said," I am just following the process. This is not the time to make changes in your game. There will be a test event in Rio in April, and I will get an understanding after that if I need to make any minor adjustments or not. The climate in India and Brazil are similar."

Sidhu rally boosted by Vajpayee's words

Sidhu rally boosted by Vajpayee's words

Rediff.com11 Feb 2007

Asking people to vote out the Congress, he said, "Punjab will see a change and when our alliance comes to power, we will bring a check to the rising prices."

Sidhu to give fresh resignation letter

Sidhu to give fresh resignation letter

Rediff.com1 Dec 2006

"I am writing a fresh letter in accordance with the rules," Sidhu told PTI after changing his mind in less than two hours after declaring that he would not send a fresh resignation letter to the Speaker.

Ranji Roundup: Sidhu's maiden fifty rescues Delhi

Ranji Roundup: Sidhu's maiden fifty rescues Delhi

Rediff.com30 Dec 2018

A round-up of Ranji matches played on Sunday

Shooter Sheoran claims podium finish in ISSF World Cup

Shooter Sheoran claims podium finish in ISSF World Cup

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

In a year marred by disappointments, shooter Akhil Sheoran redeemed himself by winning the men's 50m rifle 3-positions bronze medal even as the other Indian participants failed to make a mark in the ISSF World Cup Final in New Delhi on Wednesday.

Dutt row: BJP says Sidhu's case is different

Dutt row: BJP says Sidhu's case is different

Rediff.com17 Jan 2009

The Sanjay Dutt case is different from the Navjyot Singh Sidhu case and both should not be clubbed together, feels the Bharatiya Janata Party.

Sidhu defends Jones comment

Sidhu defends Jones comment

Rediff.com8 Aug 2006

Sidhu's poll slogan: 'MLA de naal MP free'

Sidhu's poll slogan: 'MLA de naal MP free'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2012

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Navjot Singh Sidhu's wife, Navjot Kaur, is pitted against another greenhorn and independent candidate, Simperpreet Kaur Bhatia, in Amrtisar East, with both candidates hoping to cash in on the popularity of their husbands.