Veteran sports journalist Jaswinder Sidhu dies in road accident

Veteran Indian sports journalist Jaswinder Sidhu, known as Jassi to friends, died in a road accident late on July 26, 2026. Sidhu had a decades-long career, primarily with Amar Ujala, before becoming an independent analyst. He was a familiar figure in press boxes across India and abroad, known for his humor and camaraderie with fellow journalists, including those from Pakistan. The Press Club of India paid tribute, praising his dedication, professionalism, and insightful reporting.

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