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U'khand avalanche: 4 labourers die, 50 rescued; search for 5 on

U'khand avalanche: 4 labourers die, 50 rescued; search for 5 on

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

The avalanche hit the BRO camp between Mana and Badrinath between 5:30 am and 6 am on Friday, burying the workers inside eight containers and a shed, according to the Army.

Fly Amritsar-London free!

Fly Amritsar-London free!

Rediff.com31 Jul 2006

Jet Airways will launch a direct daily service between Amritsar-London from August 4.

Hope PM told Trump it's not right to...: Opposition parties

Hope PM told Trump it's not right to...: Opposition parties

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Opposition leaders in India have expressed hope that Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the issue of the deportation of Indian illegal immigrants from the United States during his recent visit. They criticized the manner in which the Indians were sent back, shackled and handcuffed on a military aircraft. The leaders also discussed the need for India to address the root causes of migration and the importance of national interest in diplomatic relations with the United States.

Wishing Team India The Best Via Kites!

Wishing Team India The Best Via Kites!

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

Amritsar kite maker Jagmohan Kanojia shows the kites which he has created to send best wishes to the Indian cricket team on the eve of the ICC T20 World Cup final against South Africa.

Someone from our family....: A Pak village mourns Manmohan's death

Someone from our family....: A Pak village mourns Manmohan's death

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

The village of Gah in Pakistan is mourning the death of former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who was born there. Villagers are remembering Singh's rise to prominence and the impact it had on their community. They are also hoping that someone from his family will visit the village to pay their respects.

Shooter reveals why Anmol Bishnoi 'ordered to kill' Baba Siddique

Shooter reveals why Anmol Bishnoi 'ordered to kill' Baba Siddique

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Gangster Anmol Bishnoi had ordered the hit on Nationalist Congress Party leader Baba Siddique for his 'association with Dawood Ibrahim and involvement in the 1993 Bombay blasts', alleged main shooter Shivkumar Gautam in his confessional statement to the police.

'As prime minister, I cannot let any Indian go without food'

'As prime minister, I cannot let any Indian go without food'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

T Nanda Kumar, former food and agriculture secretary, shared his memories of working with former prime minister Manmohan Singh during some of India's most challenging times, highlighting Singh's compassionate leadership and commitment to ensuring food security for all Indians. Kumar recalled Singh's steadfast support during the 2008 global food crisis, where he championed a ban on non-basmati rice exports to secure domestic supplies. Singh's leadership, characterized by intellect and humility, left a lasting impression on Kumar, who considered him a mentor and guiding light.

First part of Budget Session ends with heated debates

First part of Budget Session ends with heated debates

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

The deportation of Indians from the United States, deaths in the Maha Kumbh stampede and the joint Parliamentary committee report on the Waqf bill were among the issues that led to heated exchanges and some disruptions in an otherwise smooth first part of the Budget session that ended on Thursday.

US to deport 487 more Indians, details given to New Delhi

US to deport 487 more Indians, details given to New Delhi

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

India has raised concerns with the US over the recent deportation of 104 Indian immigrants, with Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri revealing that US authorities have identified up to 487 presumed Indian citizens with "final removal order." Misri also highlighted the "ecosystem to promote illegal migration" and stressed the need for action against those involved in facilitating such operations.

Like Kareena's Frozen Face?

Like Kareena's Frozen Face?

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Shriya enjoys family time... Aahana meets Ranveer Singh... Trisha falls in love again...

Punjab police bust Babbar Khalsa-ISI-backed terror module, 5 held

Punjab police bust Babbar Khalsa-ISI-backed terror module, 5 held

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

Punjab Police have arrested five people, including the mastermind, in connection with recent grenade attacks on police stations in the state. The terror module is allegedly backed by the banned Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) and Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). The arrests come after a series of grenade attacks on police stations in Punjab, with the BKI claiming responsibility for some of the attacks. The police are continuing to investigate the incidents and are expecting more arrests.

PM security breach: Arrest warrants issued against 25 farmers

PM security breach: Arrest warrants issued against 25 farmers

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

The Bharti Kisan Union (Krantikari) has criticized the Punjab government for issuing arrest warrants against 25 farmers and adding an attempt to murder charge in the FIR related to the 2022 prime minister security breach incident. The union claims the farmers were protesting peacefully and had no knowledge of the prime minister's route. They argue the government is acting under pressure from the central government.

What Modi told Trump in first phone call after his victory

What Modi told Trump in first phone call after his victory

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United States President-elect Donald Trump have 'reaffirmed their commitment' to working together to further strengthen bilateral ties across a range of sectors, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday.

Manmohan Singh's last rites to be performed with full State honours

Manmohan Singh's last rites to be performed with full State honours

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passed away at the age of 92 on Thursday. He will be given a state funeral with full state honors at Nigambodh Ghat on Saturday. Singh served as Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014 and was known for his role in India's economic reforms. Leaders from across the political spectrum paid their respects to the departed leader, highlighting his contributions to the nation.

Amritsar tragedy: Artist playing Ravan killed while helping others

Amritsar tragedy: Artist playing Ravan killed while helping others

Rediff.com20 Oct 2018

Singh had completed his act on stage and was in the event to collect a shield of appreciation when the tragedy hit him.

A few final steps to be completed: Misri on Rana's extradition

A few final steps to be completed: Misri on Rana's extradition

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

The United States has approved the extradition of Tahawwur Rana, accused of involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, to India. The decision was announced by President Donald Trump during a joint press conference with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the White House. India is currently working on the logistics of Rana's surrender and extradition, with several final steps to be completed before he is sent back to India. The joint statement issued by India and the US during Prime Minister Modi's visit reaffirmed their commitment to fighting terrorism and eliminating terrorist safe havens. The leaders also called on Pakistan to bring to justice the perpetrators of the 26/11 Mumbai and Pathankot attacks. Rana, a Canadian national of Pakistani origin, is currently lodged at a metropolitan detention center in Los Angeles. He is associated with Pakistani-American terrorist David Coleman Headley, one of the main conspirators of the 26/11 attacks.

Jaishankar Campaigns For Ex-Colleague

Jaishankar Campaigns For Ex-Colleague

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Subrahmanyam Jaishankar and Taranjit Singh Sandhu were colleagues at the ministry for external affairs for many years.

'Install Nijjar, Panjwar, Gajinder portraits in Golden Temple'

'Install Nijjar, Panjwar, Gajinder portraits in Golden Temple'

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

While describing them "martyrs" of Sikh community, the Akal Takht jathedar asked the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee to install portraits of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, Paramjit Singh Panjwar and Gajinder Singh.

'Budget Lacks Big Ideas'

'Budget Lacks Big Ideas'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

'This Budget did not live up to expectations.'

Radical preacher Amritpal's brother arrested in drug case

Radical preacher Amritpal's brother arrested in drug case

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

Radical Sikh preacher and Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh's brother Harpreet Singh has been apprehended by Jalandhar police in a drug case, a senior police official said on Friday.

Rs 50 lakh reward for giving info about Amritsar attackers

Rs 50 lakh reward for giving info about Amritsar attackers

Rediff.com19 Nov 2018

Information can be provided on the Punjab Police helpline -- 181, officials said, adding the identity of the informer will be kept a secret.

Manmohan Singh dropped pre-medical, pursued economics: Daughter's book

Manmohan Singh dropped pre-medical, pursued economics: Daughter's book

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who died at the age of 92, dropped out of a pre-medical course after losing interest in the subject, according to a book by his daughter. Daman Singh's book "Strictly Personal: Manmohan and Gursharan" reveals that her father was initially interested in medicine but found economics more appealing. She also portrays Singh as a funny man with a good sense of humor.

Security alert as US-bound AI flight among 7 get bomb threat on X

Security alert as US-bound AI flight among 7 get bomb threat on X

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

The threats via microblogging platform X came a day after three international flights originating from Mumbai received bomb threats, causing trouble to hundreds of passengers and airline crew.

Khel Ratna is just the beginning: Harmanpreet

Khel Ratna is just the beginning: Harmanpreet

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

Indian men's hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh said the honour is a recognition of his "fascinating" journey in which he still has plenty more to achieve.

Dussehra turns tragic in Amritsar as 61 crushed under train

Dussehra turns tragic in Amritsar as 61 crushed under train

Rediff.com20 Oct 2018

Punjab chief minister Capt.Amarinder Singh has announced Rs 5 lakh to kin of each deceased and free treatment to injured in government and private hospitals.

Next, Amritsar-Nankana Sahib bus

Next, Amritsar-Nankana Sahib bus

Rediff.com11 May 2005

PM arrives in Amritsar

PM arrives in Amritsar

Rediff.com24 Mar 2006

'Toothless' environment laws: SC slams Centre on air pollution

'Toothless' environment laws: SC slams Centre on air pollution

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

A bench of Justices Abhay S Oka, Ahsanuddin Amanulllah and Augustine George Masih said the Commission for Air Quality Management in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas Act of 2021 (CAQM Act) was enacted without creating required machinery for implementing the provision to curb air pollution.

Ex-Indian envoy to US Taranjit Singh Sandhu joins BJP

Ex-Indian envoy to US Taranjit Singh Sandhu joins BJP

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

Joining the BJP, Sandhu spoke about the growth of the India-US relationship and said development has been its focus area in a host of fields such as the semiconductor industry.

Sukhbir Badal ordered to clean shoes at Golden Temple

Sukhbir Badal ordered to clean shoes at Golden Temple

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

Pronouncing 'tankhah' (religious punishment) for Sukhbir Singh Badal and other leaders for the 'mistakes' committed by the Shiromani Akali Dal government in Punjab from 2007 to 2017, the Sikh clergy at the Akal Takht on Monday directed the senior Akali leader to perform as a 'sewadar', and wash dishes and clean shoes at the Golden Temple in Amritsar.

Will Andhadhun Have A Sequel? Find Out!

Will Andhadhun Have A Sequel? Find Out!

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

'If we find the right story for the sequel, why not?'

Pak blames India for worsening smog in Lahore

Pak blames India for worsening smog in Lahore

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Toxic grey smog has sickened tens of thousands of people, mainly children and elderly people, since last month when the air quality started worsening in Lahore, the city bordering India.

Centre may deploy additional BSF troops in Punjab to check drone threat

Centre may deploy additional BSF troops in Punjab to check drone threat

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

The request is under "active consideration" of the Union home ministry, he said.

Unclaimed bag at Amritsar airport triggers panic

Unclaimed bag at Amritsar airport triggers panic

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

Panic gripped the international airport in Amritsar on Thursday after an unclaimed piece of baggage arrived on a SpiceJet flight from Dubai.

Congress makes a comeback in Punjab with 7 seats; AAP bags 3

Congress makes a comeback in Punjab with 7 seats; AAP bags 3

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

The Congress appeared to have bounced back in the state's political landscape after suffering a humiliating defeat at the hands of the AAP in the 2022 Punjab assembly polls.

1 held for Amritsar blast, Amarinder blames ISI-backed terrorists

1 held for Amritsar blast, Amarinder blames ISI-backed terrorists

Rediff.com21 Nov 2018

Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence is quite active in fomenting trouble in Punjab and the grenade attack in Amritsar was a pure act of terrorism, Singh said.

'RBI has a tough balancing act to do'

'RBI has a tough balancing act to do'

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

'Inflation is not good for industry. Nor for the economy as a whole.'

A walk through Amritsar's Heritage Street

A walk through Amritsar's Heritage Street

Rediff.com29 Oct 2016

The street leading to the Golden Temple gets a makeover that takes you back in time.

I'll stop singing songs on alcohol if...: Diljit Dosanjh

I'll stop singing songs on alcohol if...: Diljit Dosanjh

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

Diljit's songs, such as Patiala Pegg and Panchatara, were specifically mentioned in the complaint.

Amritsar accident: Protesters removed from track, trains resume after 40 hrs

Amritsar accident: Protesters removed from track, trains resume after 40 hrs

Rediff.com21 Oct 2018

The Punjab police has deployed its personnel, including commandoes, to manage the crowd. The Rapid Action Force is also present in the Joda Patak area, officials said.