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Economic Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Pratyusha Banerjee and Kamya Punjabi fell out? Balika Vadhu star's ex-boyfriend Rahul Raj Singh reveals why Panjabi made him a 'villain'
Synopsis Rahul Raj Singh, late actress Pratyusha Banerjee's ex-boyfriend, has made startling claims about her relationship with Kamya Panjabi. He alleges their friendship ended after Banerjee allegedly tried to steal Panjabi's boyfriend, Karan Patel. Agencies Rahul Raj Singh endured a turbulent chapter in his life following the sudden and heartbreaking demise of television actress Pratyusha Banerjee in 2016 Late actress Pratyusha Banerjee and 'Maryada' star Kamya Panjabi were once very good friends. The two, who once participated in Bigg Boss, developed a very close friendship. After Banerjee died in 2016, Panjabi paid homage to her late friend through a short film. However, in a recent interview with Bollywood Bubble, the 'Balika Vadhu' star's ex-boyfriend Rahul Raj Singh stated that all was not well between the two actresses and the two fell out. Singh claimed that the two actresses were no longer on speaking terms when Banerjee tried to make a move on Panjabi's then boyfriend, Karan Patel. 'Allegedly, they were no longer friends because Pratyusha had tried to 'steal' Karan from her, which was even reported in a major publication. You can Google it,' he said. Calling Panjabi a 'fake old person,' Singh alleged that she tried to gain publicity from Pratyusha's death through the movie Hum Kuch Keh Na Sake, which prompted him to file a defamation case against her. He also claimed that the 'Banoo Main Teri Dulhan' actress encouraged Pratyusha in her alcohol addiction, which had an impact on her mental health. He had expressed worry about her drinking habits, and she gradually stopped attending parties. "That's why I became a villain for them. They thought I was taking away Pratyusha from them. Kamya used to party a lot, everyone knows," he told Bollywood Bubble. Rahul also stated that Kamya had borrowed Rs 2.5 lakh from Pratyusha and did not return the amount. In 2017, Kamya accused Rahul of having orchestrated Pratyusha's was discovered dead in her Mumbai residence on April 1, 2016, at just 24 years old. The autopsy confirmed that her passing was due to asphyxiation by hanging. Despite this, her parents firmly maintain she was murdered and framed to make it appear like suicide. Authorities registered a case against Rahul for allegedly encouraging her to take her own life. However, on July 2 of that same year, the Bombay High Court provided him relief by granting anticipatory bail, sparing him from immediate 2018, Rahul filed a plea in the Dindoshi sessions court, seeking his discharge from the case. He blamed Banerjee's parents, alleging their financial burden on her pushed her over the the years that followed, Singh attempted to move forward. He tied the knot with Saloni Sharma in 2018, and together they celebrated the birth of their daughter in 2023.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Pratyusha Banerjee and Kamya Punjabi fell out? Balika Vadhu star's ex-boyfriend Rahul Raj Singh reveals why Panjabi made him a 'villain'
Rahul Raj Singh, late actress Pratyusha Banerjee's ex-boyfriend, has made startling claims about her relationship with Kamya Panjabi. He alleges their friendship ended after Banerjee allegedly tried to steal Panjabi's boyfriend, Karan Patel. Rahul Raj Singh endured a turbulent chapter in his life following the sudden and heartbreaking demise of television actress Pratyusha Banerjee in 2016 Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Late actress Pratyusha Banerjee and 'Maryada' star Kamya Panjabi were once very good friends. The two, who once participated in Bigg Boss , developed a very close friendship. After Banerjee died in 2016, Panjabi paid homage to her late friend through a short film. However, in a recent interview with Bollywood Bubble , the 'Balika Vadhu' star's ex-boyfriend Rahul Raj Singh stated that all was not well between the two actresses and the two fell claimed that the two actresses were no longer on speaking terms when Banerjee tried to make a move on Panjabi's then boyfriend, Karan Patel. 'Allegedly, they were no longer friends because Pratyusha had tried to 'steal' Karan from her, which was even reported in a major publication. You can Google it,' he Panjabi a 'fake old person,' Singh alleged that she tried to gain publicity from Pratyusha's death through the movie Hum Kuch Keh Na Sake, which prompted him to file a defamation case against her. He also claimed that the ' Banoo Main Teri Dulhan ' actress encouraged Pratyusha in her alcohol addiction, which had an impact on her mental health. He had expressed worry about her drinking habits, and she gradually stopped attending parties. "That's why I became a villain for them. They thought I was taking away Pratyusha from them. Kamya used to party a lot, everyone knows," he told Bollywood also stated that Kamya had borrowed Rs 2.5 lakh from Pratyusha and did not return the 2017, Kamya accused Rahul of having orchestrated Pratyusha's was discovered dead in her Mumbai residence on April 1, 2016, at just 24 years old. The autopsy confirmed that her passing was due to asphyxiation by hanging. Despite this, her parents firmly maintain she was murdered and framed to make it appear like suicide. Authorities registered a case against Rahul for allegedly encouraging her to take her own life. However, on July 2 of that same year, the Bombay High Court provided him relief by granting anticipatory bail, sparing him from immediate 2018, Rahul filed a plea in the Dindoshi sessions court, seeking his discharge from the case. He blamed Banerjee's parents, alleging their financial burden on her pushed her over the the years that followed, Singh attempted to move forward. He tied the knot with Saloni Sharma in 2018, and together they celebrated the birth of their daughter in 2023.
Time of India
05-07-2025
- Time of India
DJ, liquor, and now cricket? Viral video from Kedarnath sparks outrage
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel A video showing a group of people playing cricket near the Kedarnath temple has gone viral, triggering widespread outrage on social media over the perceived desecration of a sacred Hindu pilgrimage clip was first shared by Uttarakhand Ekta Manch, which strongly condemned the act. In its post, the group wrote, 'In this holy place, everything is happening except devotion to God. Someone is setting up a DJ and turning it into a dance bar, someone is fighting with sticks, someone is playing cricket, someone is selling liquor, and someone is celebrating their honeymoon. Truly, Hinduism is in danger.'The post also demanded the implementation of the Fifth Schedule to protect religious sites and traditions. It is, however, not clear when the incident video was later reshared by The Jaipur Dialogues, which added, "There should be strict action against these people. Kedarnath is a sacred place & it has some Maryada. Can people play cricket like this in Mecca? Why do we keep silence on such issues?"Social media users were divided in their responses. One commented, 'Unfortunately, most Hindu pilgrimage sites have become tourist and recreational hubs. Sad.' Another disagreed, saying, 'Emotions aside, they might be locals. We can't expect them to be in constant Bhakti mode.' A similar sentiment read, 'So locals of Kedarnath should stop living life completely?'Some demanded action: 'Punish and ban these people. Set an example.' Others urged calm: 'Just let them play. Don't overreact.'The controversy comes amid heightened scrutiny of visitor behavior at sacred sites. Earlier this week, the Kedarnath Dham Yatra was temporarily halted due to falling debris and stones at the Munkatia Sliding Zone near challenges, the 2025 Kedarnath Yatra has witnessed record-breaking footfall, which officials attribute to improved infrastructure and growing spiritual enthusiasm. Authorities have deployed enhanced security and medical teams to manage the high-altitude pilgrimage at over 11,000 feet in the Himalayas, the Kedarnath temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and holds immense religious importance. The temple doors were opened to devotees this year on May 2.
The Hindu
20-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
India Army says no air defence guns were deployed within Golden Temple
The Indian Army on Tuesday (May 20, 2025) said that no air defence guns had been deployed within the premises of the Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib), the central place for worship for the Sikhs in Punjab's Amritsar. The clarification came following media reports regarding the deployment of air defence guns in the Golden Temple. 'It is clarified that no AD (air defence) guns or any other AD resource was deployed within the premises of Sri Darbar Sahib Amritsar - the Golden Temple,' an official statement said. Earlier in the day, the additional head Granthi (priest) of Golden Temple termed - the recent remark made by Indian Army Lieutenant General Sumer Ivan D'Cunha during a news interview, where he reportedly stated that air defence guns were deployed at the Golden Temple during the recent India-Pakistan conflict- as 'untrue'. In a statement, Giani Amarjeet said, 'The management of Sri Harmandar Sahib had cooperated with the district administration's guidelines regarding the city-wide blackout by switching off exterior and upper lights of the complex within the specified time frame. However, lights at locations where religious code of conduct (Maryada) is observed were kept on, and the sanctity of the religious place was maintained with full responsibility.' He added, 'The claim made by the Army officer that the 'Head Granthi' gave permission for the deploying air defence guns during 'Operation Sindhoor' is completely false. No such permission was ever granted, nor was any such deployment allowed at this sacred site.' Golden Temple's Head Granthi (chief priest), Giani Raghbir Singh, who was on an international visit during the Army operation, said, 'There was no communication with him regarding any gun deployment, nor did any such incident occur at Sri Darbar Sahib.' Harjinder Singh Dhami, president of Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), which controls and manages historical Sikh gurdwaras in Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and Chandigarh, also said there was no contact from any Army official regarding the installation of air defence guns at Harmandar Sahib.
United News of India
20-05-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
Indian Army Officer's statement about deploying Air Defence Guns at Sri Harmandar Sahib shockingly untrue: Head Granthi
Amritsar, May 20 (UNI) Giani Amarjeet Singh, Additional Head Granthi of Sachkhand Sri Harmandar Sahib, has termed as shockingly untrue, the recent claim made by Indian Army Lieutenant General Sumer Ivan D'Cunha during an interview with a channel—where he stated that air defence guns were deployed at Sri Harmandar Sahib amid the recent India-Pakistan tensions. Giani Amarjeet Singh clarified that the management of Sri Harmandar Sahib (Golden Temple) had cooperated with the district administration's guidelines regarding the city-wide blackout by switching off exterior and upper lights of the complex within the specified time frame. However, lights at locations where the religious code of conduct (Maryada) is observed were kept on, and the sanctity of the religious place was maintained with full responsibility. Giani Amarjeet Singh asserted that the claim made by the Army officer that the Head Granthi gave permission for the deploying air defence guns during 'Operation Sindhoor' was completely false. He emphasised that no such permission was ever granted, nor was any such deployment allowed at this sacred site. He reiterated that the daily religious practices at Sri Darbar Sahib, the Langar of Guru Ramdas Ji, places of Sri Akhand Path Sahib, and other related gurdwaras were conducted as per strict protocols. He further said that despite the tense situation in recent days, the full religious code of conduct continued at Sri Harmandar Sahib with dedication and discipline. Giani Amarjeet Singh made it clear that no lights were turned off at any religious site where Maryada was being observed, even during the blackout. He expressed surprise and concern over why such a statement was made by the Army officer and asserted confidently that no permission for installing guns was ever given. Regarding the same statement by the Army officer, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami also said that while the administration contacted them only about switching off the lights during the blackout, they fully cooperated in the interest of administrative responsibility while maintaining the sanctity of the ongoing Maryada. The SGPC president added that however, there was no contact from any Army official regarding the installation of air defence guns at Sri Harmandar Sahib. He said that based on consultation with Additional Head Granthi Giani Amarjeet Singh, only the outer lights were turned off following the district administration's guidelines. Advocate Dhami pointed out that even during the blackout, large numbers of devotees continued to visit and do Sewa (voluntary service) at Sri Harmandar Sahib, and had there been any such event like gun deployment, the Sangat (congregation) would certainly have noticed and seen it. He expressed surprise that an Army officer would propagate such a claim and demanded that the Government of India clarify why such statements were being issued by Army officials. Adv. Dhami acknowledged the commendable role played by the Army and the country during the tense circumstances, but emphasised that the said statement days after the military events was shockingly untrue. As SGPC President, Advocate Dhami clearly stated that no permission was ever granted for the deployment of guns. Sri Harmandar Sahib's Head Granthi, Giani Raghbir Singh, also clarified that although he was on an international visit during the Army operation, there was no communication with him regarding any gun deployment, nor did any such incident occur at Sri Darbar Sahib. He too described the Army officer's statement as shockingly untrue. UNI GS RN
