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Adani stocks' mcap erodes by Rs 2.45 lakh cr

Adani stocks' mcap erodes by Rs 2.45 lakh cr

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

Adani group stocks faced heavy drubbing during the early trade on Thursday, with Adani Energy and Adani Enterprises tumbling 20 per cent, as billionaire Gautam Adani has been charged by US prosecutors over his role in an alleged years-long scheme to pay $250 million bribe to Indian officials in exchange for favourable terms for solar power contracts. The stock of the group's flagship firm Adani Enterprises plunged 20 per cent, Adani Energy Solutions tanked 20 per cent, Adani Green Energy plummeted 19.17 per cent, Adani Total Gas tumbled 18.14 per cent, Adani Power slumped 17.79 per cent, and Adani Ports dived 15 per cent on the BSE.

Kohli best batsman in the world, says Pakistan's Amir

Kohli best batsman in the world, says Pakistan's Amir

Rediff.com18 Jul 2017

While the entire cricketing fraternity is finding it difficult to name the best batsmen in the present era, left-arm Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has made it clear that for him it is none other than India skipper Virat Kohli.

Banned Pak pacer Amir returns to domestic cricket

Banned Pak pacer Amir returns to domestic cricket

Rediff.com29 Jan 2015

Pakistan's Mohammad Amir has received an early reprieve for a return to domestic cricket

Amir will be exonerated: Lawyer

Amir will be exonerated: Lawyer

Rediff.com14 Jan 2011

The lawyer of Pakistan's suspended Test bowler Muhammad Amir feels that his client has a good chance of being exonerated of spot-fixing charges when the International Cricket Council anti-corruption tribunal announces its verdict on February 5.

Images To Remember 2024

Images To Remember 2024

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Some more glimpses from the year gone by.

Iran to allow access to 17 Indian crew members on seized ship

Iran to allow access to 17 Indian crew members on seized ship

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

Official sources in India said it is in touch with Iran to secure the release of 17 Indians.

Won't release hostages till Israel leaves Gaza, says Hamas: Report

Won't release hostages till Israel leaves Gaza, says Hamas: Report

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

Khalil al-Hayya, Sinwar's deputy and leader of Hamas' delegation during ceasefire negotiations, emphasised that the prisoners' return would not happen before the end of the aggression, AP reported.

Pakistan pick tainted paceman Amir for New Zealand tour

Pakistan pick tainted paceman Amir for New Zealand tour

Rediff.com1 Jan 2016

Fast bowler Mohammad Amir was named in the Pakistan squads on Friday for the limited over New Zealand tour, marking a return to the national team after serving a five-year ban for spot-fixing.

Pakistan's Amir to join English county Essex in 2017

Pakistan's Amir to join English county Essex in 2017

Rediff.com8 Nov 2016

Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir, who spent time in jail and served a five-year ban for spot-fixing, will play for English county Essex next season, the club said on Tuesday. Left-arm seamer Amir, who returned to the test arena this year following his suspension, will be available for Essex from June 19. "We are thrilled that Mohammad has decided to join us for half of the 2017 campaign," Essex head coach Chris Silverwood told the club's website.

T20 WC: Afridi, Babar shine in Pak's face-saving win

T20 WC: Afridi, Babar shine in Pak's face-saving win

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

IMAGES from the T20 World Cup match played between Pakistan and Ireland in Lauderhill, USA on Sunday.

Can Arshdeep end India's search for a dependable left-arm pacer?

Can Arshdeep end India's search for a dependable left-arm pacer?

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir believes that the emergence of Arshdeep Singh could bring an end to India's prolonged search for a reliable left-arm pacer.

Forget about AI, talk only about...: Owaisi amid Ajmer Sharif row

Forget about AI, talk only about...: Owaisi amid Ajmer Sharif row

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

Owaisi criticized the court-ordered survey of a Mughal-era mosque in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, saying it weakens India and distracts from real issues like inflation and unemployment.

Pak court rejects petition, clears last hurdle to Amir's comeback

Pak court rejects petition, clears last hurdle to Amir's comeback

Rediff.com29 Dec 2015

In a massive relief for Mohammad Amir, a Pakistan court rejected a petition against the inclusion of convicted spot-fixer in the national team.

PCB confident of getting visa for Amir for England tour

PCB confident of getting visa for Amir for England tour

Rediff.com29 May 2016

Pakistan Cricket Board is confident that tainted left-arm pacer Mohammad Aamir will soon be issued a visa to play in the series against England in the United Kingdom this summer.

28 get life term for murdering youth during Kasganj communal clashes

28 get life term for murdering youth during Kasganj communal clashes

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

A special NIA court in Lucknow has sentenced 28 people to life imprisonment for the 2018 killing of a 22-year-old youth in clashes during a 'Tiranga rally' on Republic Day in Kasganj district of Uttar Pradesh. The case drew significant attention as the killing of Chandan Gupta sparked widespread riots in Kasganj for three days. The prosecution demanded the severest punishment while the defence counsel pleaded for leniency. The court awarded life sentences and imposed a fine of Rs 80,000 on each of the convicts. Gupta's family expressed satisfaction at the verdict but vowed to continue its fight for harsher penalties for the main accused and those acquitted.

26/11: 'Rana Will Tell Us About ISI's Role'

26/11: 'Rana Will Tell Us About ISI's Role'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

'He is the key to unravel the 26/11 conspiracy.'

Mohammad Amir accuses Butt, Majeed of entrapment

Mohammad Amir accuses Butt, Majeed of entrapment

Rediff.com20 Mar 2012

Banned Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir has accused former captain Salman Butt and agent Mazhar Majeed of tricking him into bowling deliberate no-balls in the 2010 Lord's Test against England.

Iran Prez dies in helicopter crash; Mohammad Mokhber to takeover

Iran Prez dies in helicopter crash; Mohammad Mokhber to takeover

Rediff.com20 May 2024

Nine people were on the helicopter that crashed in northwest Iran on Sunday, including three officials, an imam, and flight and security team members, as reported by Tasnim news.

Amir could still play international cricket: PCB

Amir could still play international cricket: PCB

Rediff.com11 Jan 2012

Teenage Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir, serving six-months in jail for spot-fixing elements of a Test match, could still have a future in international cricket, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Zaka Ashraf said.

'Amir has the potential of being as good as Akram'

'Amir has the potential of being as good as Akram'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2015

Former England cricketer Ian Pont has considered tainted player Mohammad Amir's technique as a fast swing bowler to be better than the legend Wasim Akram.

Pakistan's Amir admitted spot fixing charges

Pakistan's Amir admitted spot fixing charges

Rediff.com1 Nov 2011

Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Amir admitted in September that he had fixed parts of a test match against England last year, media could finally report on Tuesday.

T20 WC PIX: Pakistan ease past Canada to stay alive

T20 WC PIX: Pakistan ease past Canada to stay alive

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Images from the T20 World Cup match between Pakistan and Canada, in New York, on Tuesday.

Former Pakistan players question Imad Wasim's omission

Former Pakistan players question Imad Wasim's omission

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

Imad Wasim's omission has been questioned by former players after the all-rounder was left out of Pakistan team for the first T20I against New Zealand, having come out of retirement to play international cricket again.

Day 1 Of Ceasefire: Israeli Troops Leave Gaza

Day 1 Of Ceasefire: Israeli Troops Leave Gaza

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

The temporary four-day truce between the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas and Israel commenced at 7 am local time on Friday, November 24, 2023.

McCullum backs Amir's return to Pakistan squad

McCullum backs Amir's return to Pakistan squad

Rediff.com3 Jan 2016

New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum says convicted spot-fixer Mohammad Amir should be given 'the benefit of the doubt' and allowed to play for Pakistan in limited-overs matches in New Zealand this month.

Amir pleads guilty in spot-fixing scandal

Amir pleads guilty in spot-fixing scandal

Rediff.com1 Nov 2011

Young Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir has pleaded guilty to spot-fixing during last year's Lord's Test against England, a media report said on Tuesday.

Amir warned but escapes further punishment

Amir warned but escapes further punishment

Rediff.com25 Aug 2011

Pakistan's banned pacer Mohammad Amir has escaped with a "stern warning and a caution" from the ICC for breaching the terms of his five-year suspension by playing in a local match in England.

Granted visa, Amir to resume international career in New Zealand

Granted visa, Amir to resume international career in New Zealand

Rediff.com7 Jan 2016

Tainted Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir will resume his international cricket career in New Zealand as immigration officials granted him a visa following a five-year ban and jail time for indulging in spot-fixing during the 2010 tour of England.

Vijender Singh won't participate in Amir Khan's pro-league

Vijender Singh won't participate in Amir Khan's pro-league

Rediff.com24 Apr 2017

Vijender, who is promoted by IOS Boxing Promotions, is the reigning WBO Asia Pacific super middleweight champion and is expected to defend his title for a second time next month after the IPL.

Butt, Amir appeal to CAS against bans

Butt, Amir appeal to CAS against bans

Rediff.com26 Feb 2011

Pakistan cricketers Salman Butt and Mohammad Amir have filed appeals against their bans with the Court of Arbitration of Sport (CAS) in Switzerland.

'Amir confessed to 'fixing' after Afridi slapped him'

'Amir confessed to 'fixing' after Afridi slapped him'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2019

Mohammad Amir confessed to spot-fixing only after then ODI skipper Shahid Afridi slapped the fast bowler, while Salman Butt was involved in corruption much before Pakistan's ill-fated tour of England in 2010, claimed former all-rounder Abdul Razzaq.

Butt, Amir maintain innocence, will appeal

Butt, Amir maintain innocence, will appeal

Rediff.com6 Feb 2011

Salman Butt and Mohammad Amir returned to Pakistan on Sunday and pledged to clear their names of corruption charges that earned them bans of at least five years each from an International Cricket Council (ICC) tribunal.

Amir leaves corruption hearing in positive mood

Amir leaves corruption hearing in positive mood

Rediff.com11 Jan 2011

Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir said he is hoping for good news and thanked his supporters for their prayers after concluding his involvement in the six-day hearing into corruption allegations on Tuesday.

Amir questioned by ICC anti-corruption tribunal

Amir questioned by ICC anti-corruption tribunal

Rediff.com10 Jan 2011

Suspended Pakistan pacer Muhammad Amir was questioned and cross-examined on the fourth day of the International Cricket Council anti-corruption tribunal hearing in Doha on Sunday.

Pakistan name Riaz, Amir and Asif in final World Cup squad

Pakistan name Riaz, Amir and Asif in final World Cup squad

Rediff.com20 May 2019

The trio will replace Faheem Ashraf, Junaid Khan and Abid Ali after selectors spoke with skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed and coach Mickey Arthur following Pakistan's 4-0 defeat by England in their recent ODI series.

No second chances for match-fixers: KP on Amir

No second chances for match-fixers: KP on Amir

Rediff.com12 Jul 2016

Former England batsman Kevin Pietersen has joined the chorus of players who believe tainted Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir should be banned for life for his role in the 2010 spot-fixing scandal. Amir will return at Lord's six years after he deliberately bowled no balls at the same venue during a Test in 2010. Pietersen was among the England team that played against Pakistan at that Lord's Test in August 2010 and the 36-year old believes anyone caught spot or match fixing should not be allowed to play the game again.

Misfiring Pakistan take on confident USA in their opener

Misfiring Pakistan take on confident USA in their opener

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

The run-up to the marquee event has been chaotic to say the least with change in captaincy, shuffling of the top-order and players coming out of retirement.

British Boxer Amir Khan gets hitched

British Boxer Amir Khan gets hitched

Rediff.com3 Jun 2013

Amir khan married his American fiance Faryal Makhdoom in a lavish ceremony at the Waldorf Astoria in New York.

Rating agencies Moody's, Fitch cut outlook on Adani firms

Rating agencies Moody's, Fitch cut outlook on Adani firms

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

Ratings agency Moody's said on Tuesday that it has cut the outlook on the ratings of seven Adani entities to 'negative' from 'stable', citing the US indictment of chairman Gautam Adani and others on alleged bribery charges, while Fitch Ratings put some bonds of the conglomerate on negative watch. Moody's affirmed the ratings on all seven entities -- Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd, two limited restricted groups of Adani Green Energy Ltd, Adani Transmission Step-One Ltd, Adani Transportation Restricted group 1 (AESL RG1), Adani Electricity Mumbai Ltd and Adani International Container Terminal Pvt Ltd.

Rizwan matches Rohit's record

Rizwan matches Rohit's record

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Rizwan's unbeaten half-century not only helped Pakistan chase down a modest target of 107 but also saw him equal Rohit Sharma's record for most fifties by a T20I opener