News for '-abdul'

'I haven't done homework for my films'

'I haven't done homework for my films'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2024

'I am a spontaneous actor. I follow what works for the character.'

India's Nuclear Churning: From Idealism To Realism

India's Nuclear Churning: From Idealism To Realism

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Although the credit for acquiring the technological skill must be given to India's outstanding nuclear scientists, the decision to go nuclear was a political one that entailed clarity of vision, courage and resolve, points out Rup Narayan Das.

Cricketers Cheer India's Hockey Team

Cricketers Cheer India's Hockey Team

Rediff.com1 Oct 2023

Indian cricketers Rahul Tripathi, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rinku Singh, Arshdeep Singh, Tilak Varma, Avesh Khan are seen in the stands during the India-Pakistan Pool A match at the Asian Games on Saturday, September 30, 2023

Asian Games: Sindhu, Prannoy, Srikanth sail into pre-quarters

Asian Games: Sindhu, Prannoy, Srikanth sail into pre-quarters

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

In other India-related results, it was curtains for Ashmita Chaliha, who lost 17-21, 16-21 to Indonesia's world no. 7 Gregoria Mariska Tunjung in 35 minutes. Both teams had received a bye in their opening match.

Tamil Nadu film producer, who was expelled by DMK, held in drugs case

Tamil Nadu film producer, who was expelled by DMK, held in drugs case

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) on Saturday said it has arrested Jaffer Sadiq, a Tamil Nadu-based alleged dealer of narcotics, in connection with an international drugs trafficking investigation case.

At UN, China objects India's proposal to blacklist JeM terrorist

At UN, China objects India's proposal to blacklist JeM terrorist

Rediff.com11 May 2023

Rauf Azhar, born in 1974 in Pakistan, had been sanctioned by the United States in December 2010.

6 Must-Visit Shiva Temples

6 Must-Visit Shiva Temples

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

Explore some of the majestic temples dedicated to Lord Shiva across the country.

'Samad was desperate to show his worth to SRH'

'Samad was desperate to show his worth to SRH'

Rediff.com8 May 2023

Sunrisers Hyderabad's batting coach Hemang Badani said Abdul Samad redeemed himself with a match-winning effort against Rajasthan Royals.

'I Decided Enough Of The Congress!'

'I Decided Enough Of The Congress!'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

'After giving my own money to this party, I was insulted.'' 'Neither this party nor its leaders have no respect for women.'

Asian Games: India hand Pakistan crushing 10-2 defeat

Asian Games: India hand Pakistan crushing 10-2 defeat

Rediff.com30 Sep 2023

The Indian men's hockey team on Saturday dominated their neighbouring rivals Pakistan at the 19th Asian Games Hangzhou 2022, getting a stunning 10-2 victory to continue their winning run in the tournament.

All about NBA's all-time top scorer LeBron James

All about NBA's all-time top scorer LeBron James

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James surpassed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become the NBA's all-time leading scorer on Tuesday.

Day after Jamaat-e-Islami bar, govt bans 2 more J-K groups for 5 yrs

Day after Jamaat-e-Islami bar, govt bans 2 more J-K groups for 5 yrs

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

The Union home ministry said the Muslim Conference Jammu and Kashmir - Sumji faction, chaired by Ghulam Nabi Sumji, is known for its anti-India and pro-Pakistan propaganda and its members have been involved in supporting terrorist activities and providing logistical support to terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir.

'What hurts most is when people pity me'

'What hurts most is when people pity me'

Rediff.com14 May 2024

'It is important to understand that the disability is not in the person.' 'The problem lies in societal attitude and the discriminatory treatment given to disabled people in our country.'

8 French airports evacuated after bomb threat, to resume ops soon

8 French airports evacuated after bomb threat, to resume ops soon

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

Beauvais airport near Paris said that it was evacuated "following an anonymous threat received by several French hubs."

Right-wing vlogger booked for remarks on Kerala blast

Right-wing vlogger booked for remarks on Kerala blast

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

A right-wing vlogger has been booked for allegedly spreading hatred via social media in connection with the recent blast at a religious gathering that killed four people near Kochi last week, police said on Wednesday.

Indian companies look to cash in on bulging infrastructure order book

Indian companies look to cash in on bulging infrastructure order book

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

Investments worth more than Rs 80 trillion are expected in roads, railways and urban infrastructure between now and FY30 and the supply chains helping to build this core infrastructure are also readying to cash in on the growth. In the first half of the current financial year, orders worth more than Rs 2.6 trillion were tendered in the roads and railways segment alone, according to data sourced from ICRA Ratings and Research. "India's transportation infrastructure sector is in high gear, and we enjoy a sizable share of it," said S V Desai, whole time director and senior executive vice president (Civil Infrastructure) for Larsen & Toubro.

Disappointed with crowd and umpiring: SRH's Klaasen

Disappointed with crowd and umpiring: SRH's Klaasen

Rediff.com13 May 2023

Avesh Khan bowled what looked like a beamer to Abdul Samad and Totre didn't adjudge it a no-ball. SRH called for a DRS but to their horror, Barde also ruled it in favour of the bowling team

Farmers suicides not new, happening for many years: Maha agriculture minister

Farmers suicides not new, happening for many years: Maha agriculture minister

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

At least two farmers had ended their lives in Sillod during March 3 to 12, police had said. However, sources claimed at least six agriculturists had ended their lives in Aurangabad district in the Marathwada region during the same period, prima facie due to indebtedness.

A Dazzling Actor India Just Discovered

A Dazzling Actor India Just Discovered

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

'The challenging part was when I did not have a penny in my pocket and I was doing theatre.' 'I had to sometimes travel without a train ticket to go for rehearsals.' 'Those times were really hard on my family and me.' 'But my parents would say, "Never give up. Just keep following your dreams. Do what you dream about but when you do that, do that with great honesty and great commitment".'

Gyanvapi mosque committee challenges 'puja' nod given to Hindus

Gyanvapi mosque committee challenges 'puja' nod given to Hindus

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

In the appeal filed before the high court, it has been pleaded that the Hindu side's suit itself is barred by order 7 rule 11 of the Civil Procedure Code, Naqvi said.

Asian Games: Boxers Deepak, Nishant progress to pre-quarters

Asian Games: Boxers Deepak, Nishant progress to pre-quarters

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

However, Arundhati Choudhary bowed out in the opening round of the women's 66kg event.

DRDO Biggest Hindrance To Atmanirbharta In Defence

DRDO Biggest Hindrance To Atmanirbharta In Defence

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

DRDO's failures over the decades have contributed significantly to India becoming the world's biggest weapons importer, points out Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

SRH Players Enjoy Pool Volleyball

SRH Players Enjoy Pool Volleyball

Rediff.com26 Mar 2023

Mayank Agarwal, Umran Malik, Abhishek Sharma, Abdul Samad and Mayank Dagar can be seen playing volleyball.

Kejriwal arrested in money-laundering case, will remain Delhi CM

Kejriwal arrested in money-laundering case, will remain Delhi CM

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

The arrest, the first of a sitting chief minister, came hours after the Delhi high court refused to grant protection to the AAP national convenor from any coercive action by the agency.

India's battle plan: 'We will go out and fight'

India's battle plan: 'We will go out and fight'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

India coach Igor Stimac wants his players to stay compact and not concede set pieces to Australia

Five more held for mob attack on interfaith couple outside MP hotel

Five more held for mob attack on interfaith couple outside MP hotel

Rediff.com29 May 2023

With this, the total number of arrests in the case has gone up to 12, an official said.

Football: India lose to Syria; crash out of Asian Cup

Football: India lose to Syria; crash out of Asian Cup

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

India lost all their three matches and without scoring any goal in the Asian Cup.

2023's Best Performers On OTT

2023's Best Performers On OTT

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

While some of them, like Sushmita Sen (Aarya 3) and Kajol (Lust Stories 2) disappointed Subhash K Jha, he picks his favourite performances from the world of OTT.

Modi among first 195 BJP Lok Sabha candidates; See full list

Modi among first 195 BJP Lok Sabha candidates; See full list

Rediff.com2 Mar 2024

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday announced Prime Minister Narendra Modi will fight again from Varanasi in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections as it named 34 Union ministers in the first list of 195 candidates.

India to work on man marking ahead of AFC Asian Cup

India to work on man marking ahead of AFC Asian Cup

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

Stimac is also grappling with injuries to few of his key players. Defensive midfielder Jeakson Singh, who underwent surgery on his left shoulder early last month, was named among the 50 probables but he is uncertain to be in the final 26.

Why Modi Should Thank Indira Gandhi

Why Modi Should Thank Indira Gandhi

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

If Indira Gandhi hadn't targeted the RSS, Narendra Modi wouldn't be sitting pretty with his second majority and looking at a third, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

Mohun Bagan book AFC Cup playoff berth

Mohun Bagan book AFC Cup playoff berth

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

Anwar Ali rose to the occasion with a double strike as Mohun Bagan Super Giant overcame their derby debacle with a 3-1 win over Machhindra FC to confirm their South Zone playoff berth in the AFC Cup, in Kolkata on Wednesday.

Delhi court convicts 4 Al Qaeda-linked operatives for terror plot

Delhi court convicts 4 Al Qaeda-linked operatives for terror plot

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

The court is likely to hear argument on quantum of sentence on February 14 and the convicts face a maximum punishment of life imprisonment.

Why These Fishermen Escaped From Kuwait

Why These Fishermen Escaped From Kuwait

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

'They often complained about the ill-treatment by their employer in Kuwait. They were not taken to a doctor also when they fell ill.'

Delhi court discharges Lashkar bomb expert Abdul Karim Tunda

Delhi court discharges Lashkar bomb expert Abdul Karim Tunda

Rediff.com5 Mar 2016

Suspected Lashkar-e-Tayiba bomb expert Abdul Karim Tunda and three others, who were accused of helping Pakistani and Bangladeshi terrorists sneak into India in 1997 to carry out terror strikes, were on Saturday discharged in the case by a Delhi court which cited lack of evidence.

At least 25 killed in twin blasts in Pak ahead of polls

At least 25 killed in twin blasts in Pak ahead of polls

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

Since Sunday there have been around 50 such attacks carried out in the province and in one incident in Sibi town attackers targeted an election rally of a Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party-backed candidate for the National Assembly in which four people lost their lives and six were injured.

Omani Abdul Al-Hooti may be crucial 26/11 link

Omani Abdul Al-Hooti may be crucial 26/11 link

Rediff.com27 May 2010

Souces point out that Abdul Al-Hooti could have done more than just providing SIM cards which were used during the Mumbai attack. With evidence against Al-Hooti in the Mumbai attack increasing, the Indian agencies say that apart from interrogating Headley on these lines, they would also be building a case to seek Al-Hooti's extradition from Oman.

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Snubbed Chahal grabs six wickets in Haryana's big win

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Snubbed Chahal grabs six wickets in Haryana's big win

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

Yuzvendra Chahal might be despondent after the selectors snubbed him for the T20I series against Australia, but the leg-spinner channelised his angst positively with a six-wicket burst against Uttarakhand.

Is Jaishankar Ignoring Chinese Minister?

Is Jaishankar Ignoring Chinese Minister?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Dr Jaishankar, right, appears to look away from Wang Yi, second from right, at the East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers Meeting in Jakarta, Indonesia, Friday, July 14, 2023.

BJP stalwart L K Advani to be awarded Bharat Ratna

BJP stalwart L K Advani to be awarded Bharat Ratna

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

Modi spoke to the BJP's longest serving president, who is credited with crafting the party's rise through the 90s when it came to power for the first time as the head of coalition governments under Atal Bihari Vajpayee, and congratulated him.