Articles by Amanpreet Singh
The cultural import of Sidhu Moosewala
Moosewala, the gangsta rap legend, was not a real gangster just as Moosewala, the assembly election candidate, was not a real politician. It was in his own world of music that he ruled
Updated on Jun 02, 2022 08:57 PM IST
Hijab vs school rules: Let’s keep our heads
The hijab does not hinder learning or disturb the peace. If anything, it only adds to classroom diversity and a normalisation of “others”
Updated on Mar 28, 2022 06:55 PM IST
The AAP’s constant focus on governance was the decisive factor in Punjab
The AAP’s pitch has been clean, corruption-free administration responsive to people’s concerns, but its appeal in Punjab has always been aspirational
Updated on Mar 10, 2022 10:37 PM IST
Punjab election discourse: From first-world problems to humble povertarianism
In 2017, the big issue was the rampant abuse of recreational drugs allegedly facilitated by a politically controlled supply chain. This time, it is cold, hard ground realities.
Updated on Feb 17, 2022 07:25 PM IST
When religion and caste collide in Punjab
It is nobody’s case that caste fault lines and everyday discrimination don’t afflict Punjab’s society. While the Sikh religion is explicitly casteless, Sikh society is not. However, a one-size-fits-all approach to viewing caste dynamics across the country carries risks
Updated on Nov 10, 2021 07:10 PM IST
Amanpreet Singh
Schooling in Covid times teaches Punjab a lesson
Private schools have done a service to government schools. They taught government school officials the value of competition. They have been acting as job creators
Updated on Jun 26, 2020 06:28 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Amanpreet Singh Gill, Chandigarh
Vijender’s pro debut success could boost boxing market in India
The Olympic medallist is set to fight again on October 30, and the first few opponents chosen for him are unlikely to be unduly tough as the promoters seek to market his fights in India.
Updated on Oct 12, 2015 12:58 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Amanpreet Singh, New Delhi
Sania to quit tennis after marriage
India's most successful female tennis player Sania Mirza today revealed that she will hang up her racquet after getting married. Sania got engaged to childhood friend Sohrab Mirza in July 2009.
Updated on Jan 14, 2010 06:16 PM IST
PTI | Amanpreet Singh, New Delhi
Tennis fraternity hails Aus Open champs
Indian tennis fraternity has no doubt that the success of Indian players at the Australian Open would usher in a new era for the game in the country.
Updated on Feb 01, 2009 08:08 PM IST
PTI | Amanpreet Singh, New Delhi
Somdev is find of the Romania tie: Nandan Bal
India might have swallowed a crushing 1-4 defeat against Romania in the Davis Cup play-off tie but coach Nandan Bal asserts that the team did not come back empty handed as it has found a future star in Somdev Devvarman.
Updated on Sep 25, 2008 12:54 PM IST
PTI | Amanpreet Singh, New Delhi
Narain grabs India's maiden pole position
Narain Karthikeyan secured India's first ever pole position in the Feature race of A1GP, World Cup of Motorsport at Brands Hatch, UK today.
Updated on May 04, 2008 12:02 AM IST
PTI | Amanpreet Singh, Brands Hatch
I need to be strong and quick on court: Yuki
The 15-years-old player said it was an exciting experience to be a part of the first Grand Slam of the year.
Updated on Jan 29, 2008 04:17 PM IST
PTI | Amanpreet Singh, New Delhi