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PIX: Monorail train tilts in Mumbai during test run

PIX: Monorail train tilts in Mumbai during test run

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

A monorail train tilted during a test run at Wadala depot in Mumbai. No passengers were on board, and no injuries were reported. The incident occurred during signalling trials, and the train suffered some damage.

Why Mumbai's Monorail is suspended indefinitely

Why Mumbai's Monorail is suspended indefinitely

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Mumbai is home to India's only monorail system, which runs on a 19.74 kilometre route between Sant Gadge Maharaj Chowk (Saat Rasta) in the island city and Chembur in the eastern part of the metropolis. The first phase, covering 8.26 km, was commissioned in February 2014, while the remaining 11.28 km stretch was opened to the public in March 2019.

Aussie stars may quit IPL as war tensions explode

Aussie stars may quit IPL as war tensions explode

Rediff.com9 May 2025

On Thursday, intensified shelling along the Line of Control and reports of drone and missile activity triggered anxiety across IPL camps.

Australia media fumes over 'Perth-etic Humiliation'

Australia media fumes over 'Perth-etic Humiliation'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

The Australian media summed up their team's 295-run hammering by India in the opening Test with strong headlines such as 'Perth-etic Humiliation' and 'Monster Loss', former players called for some tough decisions, including sacking Marnus Labuschagne.

Former skipper Belinda Clark among favourites to head CA

Former skipper Belinda Clark among favourites to head CA

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

CA boss Nick Hockley to step down

Iranian chess player was warned not to return to Iran after competing without hijab

Iranian chess player was warned not to return to Iran after competing without hijab

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

The source also said Khadem's relatives and parents, who are in Iran, had also received threats, without giving further details.

Steve Smith breaks silence: No Test retirement plans

Steve Smith breaks silence: No Test retirement plans

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

Steve Smith's manager debunks former Australian captain's retirement talks

Turkey politics heats up over delay in post-quake rescue

Turkey politics heats up over delay in post-quake rescue

Rediff.com11 Feb 2023

The confirmed death toll from the deadliest quake in the region in two decades stood at more than 24,000 across southern Turkey and northwest Syria four days after it hit.

Maxwell lost consciousness after late night drinking session

Maxwell lost consciousness after late night drinking session

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

Flamboyant all-rounder Glenn Maxwell actually lost consciousness and did not respond to efforts to wake him up before he was rushed to hospital after a late night drinking session in Adelaide last week, according to a report.

Big money from UAE League threatens BBL

Big money from UAE League threatens BBL

Rediff.com6 Aug 2022

15 Australian players offered AUD$700,000 to play in UAE League

SHOCKING! Siraj abused at Gabba

SHOCKING! Siraj abused at Gabba

Rediff.com15 Jan 2021

Mohammed Siraj was reportedly targeted by abusive members of the Gabba crowd on the first day of the fourth Test.

Cricket Australia chief to players: I'll go to Pakistan with you

Cricket Australia chief to players: I'll go to Pakistan with you

Rediff.com11 Jan 2022

Australian Cricketers Association chief Todd Greenberg has assured the country's cricketers that he will travel to Pakistan

Warne: has time passed him by?

Warne: has time passed him by?

Rediff.com21 Jan 2004

Shane Warne is likely to find a smooth path back into the Australian team, but a return to the top will not be as easy as he thinks, says Michael Atherton.

Parents recall origins of greatness

Parents recall origins of greatness

Rediff.com2 Jan 2004

For Beverley and Rodger Waugh, son Stephen's farewell Test marks the end of what they describe as an "incredible journey".

India green as the grass: Langer

India green as the grass: Langer

Rediff.com3 Dec 2003

Justin Langer believes a glimpse of the green tinge on the Gabba wicket could be enough to bring on India's mental disintegration when the first Test begins tomorrow.

Jobless in India? Go abroad

Jobless in India? Go abroad

Rediff.com12 May 2004

Three summers ago, I went to Holland to play club cricket. I was less confident than I am now but was ready to do anything to make some money, writes Aakash Chopra.

Eight days to destiny

Eight days to destiny

Rediff.com3 Feb 2004

Eight days left and Shane Warne is fit, hungry and ready to restart his Test and perhaps his one-day international career.

CBI makes first arrest in Narada case, IPS officer held

CBI makes first arrest in Narada case, IPS officer held

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

Mirza was produced before a special CBI court in Kolkata, which remanded him in the central probe agency's custody till September 30.

Against the dying of the light

Against the dying of the light

Rediff.com26 Dec 2003

Steve Waugh's farewell is not going to plan, but betting against him is a mug's game.

Waugh era comes to an end

Waugh era comes to an end

Rediff.com26 Nov 2003

Like the guy always last to leave the party, it was inevitable Steve Waugh would walk away from international cricket on his own terms.

Buchanan defends his skipper

Buchanan defends his skipper

Rediff.com6 Dec 2003

The Aussie coach has said that the run out of Martyn was no issue within the team although the on-field confusion between the batsman and Waugh was not needed.

Not the greatest learning experience

Not the greatest learning experience

Rediff.com20 May 2004

Things are finally looking up in England. At least for me. If you get used to the almost incessant rain, the cold breezes, you'll get by, writes Aakash Chopra.

Hayden defends high-risk game

Hayden defends high-risk game

Rediff.com15 Jan 2004

Matthew Hayden says his relative one-day famine is a result of the high-octane, high-risk tactics of the Australian side.

Laxman: Tendulkar is real No.1

Laxman: Tendulkar is real No.1

Rediff.com9 Dec 2003

Tendulkar's ranking may have slipped but he will show why he is recognised as the world's best batsman in the remaining three Tests, Indian teammate VVS Laxman said on Tuesday.

Can't see, can bat: how's that for a miracle?

Can't see, can bat: how's that for a miracle?

Rediff.com4 Feb 2004

Poor eyesight does not handicap a cricket batsman and in some cases may even be an advantage, University of NSW research shows.

How a battler earned the fans' respect

How a battler earned the fans' respect

Rediff.com10 Jan 2004

Australia has had many great cricket captains so why such a fuss about Steve Waugh?

Steve's dad let down

Steve's dad let down

Rediff.com9 Jan 2004

Rodger Waugh was disappointed he was not invited to a party to celebrate his son Steve's final Test match for Australia.

Tugga may join Richie hopefuls

Tugga may join Richie hopefuls

Rediff.com29 Dec 2003

Although Steve Waugh remains non-committal about how he will keep busy after his retirement, speculation is red hot that he will spend at least a part of next summer behind a microphone.

Siege of Fort Oz begins

Siege of Fort Oz begins

Rediff.com17 Dec 2003

The days of the easy ride are over. Now that India have provided a model of how to beat Australia other teams will try and storm the fortress.

Langer sees two sides to no-ball dismissal

Langer sees two sides to no-ball dismissal

Rediff.com4 Dec 2003

Australian first-day centurion Justin Langer sees two sides to being caught off a no-ball early in his innings against India in the opening cricket Test at the Gabba.

As good as Bradman

As good as Bradman

Rediff.com27 Nov 2003

Steve Waugh will be the first person to wince but the regal esteem he commands in cricket and society rivals that of Sir Don Bradman.

A perfect script for Steve

A perfect script for Steve

Rediff.com31 Dec 2003

It is not only a chance to bid farewell to one of the greats but also another opportunity to play in one of the toughest Test match battles, says Justin Langer.

Ind tour: Aus broadcaster unhappy with schedule, seeks arbitration

Ind tour: Aus broadcaster unhappy with schedule, seeks arbitration

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

An ESPNCricinfo report earlier stated that the Boxing Day Test will start from the traditional date of December 26 in Melbourne, following the pink-ball game at the Adelaide Oval from December 17.

Rift brewing between Langer and Australia players?

Rift brewing between Langer and Australia players?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

The report suggested that Langer is no longer able to cope up with demands of being a three-format coach.

HC stays bail given to Bengal ministers in Narada case

HC stays bail given to Bengal ministers in Narada case

Rediff.com18 May 2021

The division bench said it deemed it appropriate to stay the special court's order and direct that the "accused person shall be treated to be in judicial custody till further orders".

Narada case: Political storm in WB after CBI arrests 3 TMC leaders

Narada case: Political storm in WB after CBI arrests 3 TMC leaders

Rediff.com17 May 2021

Bengal ministers Firhad Hakim and Subrata Mukherjee were taken to the Central Bureau of Investigation office on Monday in connection with the Narada sting operation, officials said.

Irfan Pathan's worth Rs 4 crore

Irfan Pathan's worth Rs 4 crore

Rediff.com10 Aug 2004

God doesn't play dice, but in Irfan Pathan's case, does he?

Selectors may pick just one keeper

Selectors may pick just one keeper

Rediff.com7 Jul 2004

The national selectors may opt for five pace bowlers and just one wicket-keeper — Rahul Dravid — when they meet on Wednesday to pick the Indian squad for the Asia Cup.

McGrath wants casting vote

McGrath wants casting vote

Rediff.com9 Feb 2004

The injured pace bowler wants the national cricket selectors to take him at his word if he says he's fit enough to tour Sri Lanka next month.

We need a rest: Gilchrist

We need a rest: Gilchrist

Rediff.com8 Jan 2004

Australian vice-captain Adam Gilchrist admits many of his team-mates are feeling physically drained after a taxing Test series.