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Taliban denies sending out death threat to Imran Khan

Taliban denies sending out death threat to Imran Khan

Rediff.com9 Aug 2012

The Pakistani Taliban on Thursday said they had not threatened to kill cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan if he holds a march to Waziristan, and blamed a Western news agency for falsely reporting the threat.

India to invite Pak PM Imran Khan for SCO meeting

India to invite Pak PM Imran Khan for SCO meeting

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

For the first time, India will host the annual meeting of the council of heads of government of the SCO. MEA spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said all eight member countries, four observers and dialogue partners of the grouping will be invited for the meeting.

Imran Khan taken off US-bound plane in Toronto

Imran Khan taken off US-bound plane in Toronto

Rediff.com27 Oct 2012

Pakistani cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan was taken off a New York-bound plane in Toronto and claimed that he was questioned by American officials about his stance on United States drone strikes in Pakistan.

Imran Khan will hold street protests in Pakistan if...

Imran Khan will hold street protests in Pakistan if...

Rediff.com12 Jan 2012

Raising the political stakes, cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan on Thursday warned that his party would come out on the streets if the judiciary is "ambushed" by the civilian government in Pakistan on the issue of reopening graft cases against President Asif Ali Zardari.

Setback for Imran Khan as Pak PM's son takes oath as Punjab CM

Setback for Imran Khan as Pak PM's son takes oath as Punjab CM

Rediff.com23 Jul 2022

Hamza was re-elected to the post by just three votes amidst high drama.

8 killed, 40 injured in stampede at Imran Khan's rally in Multan

8 killed, 40 injured in stampede at Imran Khan's rally in Multan

Rediff.com11 Oct 2014

At least eight people, including a child, were killed and 40 injured in a stampede at a public rally by opposition leader Imran Khan in central Pakistan on Friday.

War not a solution to Kashmir issue, says Imran Khan

War not a solution to Kashmir issue, says Imran Khan

Rediff.com3 Dec 2018

Khan claimed he was informed by late prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and former foreign minister Natwar Singh during a conference that Kashmir would have been resolved if the BJP had not lost the 2004 Lok Sabha elections.

Imran Khan vows to shut down Pakistan on Dec 16

Imran Khan vows to shut down Pakistan on Dec 16

Rediff.com1 Dec 2014

Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf chief Imran Khan announced his plans to bring major cities in the country to a standstill, while pressing for Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's resignation.

Imran Khan to attend 'banned' Jamaat-ud Dawa's convention

Imran Khan to attend 'banned' Jamaat-ud Dawa's convention

Rediff.com19 Jan 2012

Banned terror organisation Jamaat-ud Dawa (JuD) has said that Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf chief Imran Khan has confirmed his presence at the January 29 Difa-e-Pakistan gathering.

Will raise Kashmir issue at UNGA: Imran Khan

Will raise Kashmir issue at UNGA: Imran Khan

Rediff.com26 Aug 2019

In his address to the nation on the Kashmir issue after India revoked the special status of Jammu and Kashmir on August 5, Khan assured the people of Pakistan that his government will stand by the Kashmiris till India lifts the restrictions in the Valley.

Pak's Imran Khan says J-K curfew shows Nazi ideology

Pak's Imran Khan says J-K curfew shows Nazi ideology

Rediff.com11 Aug 2019

In his provocative remarks, Khan further alleged that he is "afraid" of the fact that this "RSS ideology of Hindu supremacy, like the Nazi Aryan supremacy, will not stop" in Kashmir, and "instead it will lead to suppression of Muslims in India and eventually lead to targeting of Pakistan."

Let's talk and resolve all issues: Imran Khan writes to Modi

Let's talk and resolve all issues: Imran Khan writes to Modi

Rediff.com20 Sep 2018

Khan proposed a meeting between Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi and his Indian counterpart Sushma Swaraj on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York this month.

ISL: Hyderabad FC end losing streak

ISL: Hyderabad FC end losing streak

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

Hyderabad FC secured their first victory in nine Indian Super League matches with a thrilling 3-2 comeback win over Jamshedpur FC.

Pak Parliament set to vote on no-trust vote against PM Imran Khan

Pak Parliament set to vote on no-trust vote against PM Imran Khan

Rediff.com9 Apr 2022

The Opposition parties need 172 members in the 342-member house to orchestrate the downfall of Prime Minister Khan.

Pakistan: Court bars Imran Khan's Islamabad lockdown plan

Pakistan: Court bars Imran Khan's Islamabad lockdown plan

Rediff.com31 Oct 2016

The Islamabad high court on Monday barred cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan's planned lockdown of the capital this week and ordered it to hold a sit-in at the designated place in the Pakistani capital instead, as authorities arrested at least 1,500 party activists in a crackdown.

Imran Khan divorces wife after 10 months of marriage

Imran Khan divorces wife after 10 months of marriage

Rediff.com30 Oct 2015

The divorce comes amid reports that the cricketer-turned-politician did not approve of Reham meddling in political affairs.

Imran Khan: I was labelled a one-film-wonder

Imran Khan: I was labelled a one-film-wonder

Rediff.com8 Feb 2012

Imran Khan talks about his new film Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu, fame and US -- the country he has a special relationship with.

Imran Khan, Qadri booked under anti-terrorist act

Imran Khan, Qadri booked under anti-terrorist act

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

Cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan and fiery cleric Tahir-ul-Qadri have been booked under the anti-terrorist act for attempting to attack Pakistan's parliament.

Imran Khan ties knot to 'spiritual adviser' in third marriage

Imran Khan ties knot to 'spiritual adviser' in third marriage

Rediff.com19 Feb 2018

Khan got closer to Bushra Bibi when he started visiting her over a year ago to seek spiritual advice.

Imran Khan: I am careful about whom I work with

Imran Khan: I am careful about whom I work with

Rediff.com12 Nov 2013

Imran Khan talks about his new film Gori Tere Pyar Mein and his equation with Ekta Kapoor.

Modi sends greetings to Imran Khan on eve of Pak National Day

Modi sends greetings to Imran Khan on eve of Pak National Day

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

Imran Khan also tweeted PM Modi's message.

Pak SC withdraws contempt notice against Imran Khan

Pak SC withdraws contempt notice against Imran Khan

Rediff.com28 Aug 2013

In a major relief for cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan, Pakistan's Supreme Court today withdrew the contempt of court notice against him. A three-member bench headed by Justice Anwar Zaheer Jamali discharged the notice after hearing the arguments of Attorney General Munir A Malik in the case who said that it is not the matter of disobedience.

Senior leader of Imran Khan's party shot dead in Karachi

Senior leader of Imran Khan's party shot dead in Karachi

Rediff.com19 May 2013

A founder member of Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf party was shot dead by unidentified gunmen outside her residence in Karachi, hours before partial re-polling for the national assembly seat in the area.

Maryam's Next Stop: Pakistan PM?

Maryam's Next Stop: Pakistan PM?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

Clearly, her father hopes that a successful tenure in Lahore will give Maryam the ballast to be prime minister after the next general election.

How Imran Khan reacted after Pakistan's Asia Cup exit...

How Imran Khan reacted after Pakistan's Asia Cup exit...

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

Pakistan's legendary cricketer Imran Khan has stressed the need for his country's side to play ' correct combination' to succeed while maintaining that the nation has 'enough talent'.

'Aamir Held Me Up When I Was Breaking Down'

'Aamir Held Me Up When I Was Breaking Down'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

'I was in serious depression during the shooting of Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar.' 'I realised that this is not the film I wanted to make.' 'Aamir told me we will redo, remove eight key characters and reshoot.' 'He gave me the confidence and told me it was a timeless script.'

Imran Khan to celebrate month of anti-government protests

Imran Khan to celebrate month of anti-government protests

Rediff.com11 Sep 2014

Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf chief Imran Khan has said that his supporters will put up a grand show on Saturday to celebrate completion of one month of anti-government protests seeking ouster of embattled Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif.

Jadeja Completes Special Double!

Jadeja Completes Special Double!

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

The other Indian bowlers who have taken 300 Test wickets or more include Anil Kumble (619), R Ashwin (524), Kapil Dev (434), Harbhajan Singh (417), Ishant Sharma (311) and Zaheer Khan (311).

Meet Imran Khan, the Rajasthani PM Modi hailed in Wembley

Meet Imran Khan, the Rajasthani PM Modi hailed in Wembley

Rediff.com14 Nov 2015

Prime Minister Modi, who was addressing the Indian diaspora at the Wembley Stadium in London, said that he was sure of India's bright future because his vision of India, was the India of Imran Khan who created and gave education apps for free

Imran Khan concedes defeat, Sharif set to return as PM

Imran Khan concedes defeat, Sharif set to return as PM

Rediff.com12 May 2013

Results and trends from the 272 parliamentary seats that went to the polls showed that the PML-N was set to bag in excess of 110 seats, while the Pakistan People's Party and Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf were lagging far behind with about 35 seats each

Pakistan should not play against India in Dharamsala: Imran Khan

Pakistan should not play against India in Dharamsala: Imran Khan

Rediff.com6 Mar 2016

Former skipper Imran Khan feels that Pakistan should not play its scheduled World T20 match against India in Dharamsala on March 19 given the "hateful statements and resistance" shown by Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh. According to Dawn News, Imran told the media on Sunday that he was disappointment with the statements issued by the ChiefMinister. "The statement by the Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister is an irresponsible one and is totally against the standards of hospitality and hosting. The Chief Minister's statements clearly promote hate," said Imran. "Amid this situation, I don't believe the Pakistan team should play at Himachal Pradesh," he added. Virbhadra Singh had earlier expressed inability to provide security for the match between India and Pakistan in the wake of objections raised by the Kangra-based families of martyrs and ex-servicemen, who consider hosting Pakistan as an "insult" to the soldiers who lost their lives in Pathankot airbase terror attack in January.

Pompeo's remarks on terrorism during call to Imran Khan trigger row

Pompeo's remarks on terrorism during call to Imran Khan trigger row

Rediff.com24 Aug 2018

FO spokesman Mohammad Faisal said that "Pakistan takes exception to the factually incorrect statement issued by US State Department on today's phone call between Prime Minister Khan and Secretary Pompeo".

'I respect Imran Khan's views but Sachin is an exception'

'I respect Imran Khan's views but Sachin is an exception'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2012

Former Pakistan leg-spinner Abdul Qadir is of the opinion that it should be left to Sachin Tendulkar to decide when he wants to retire from international cricket.

Imran Khan says terror ok if no other option

Imran Khan says terror ok if no other option

Rediff.com9 Jan 2009

Imran Khan, Pakistan's cricketing icon and head of the Tehreek e Insaaf party, told a court in Britain that he was in support of the right of people to take up arms against their government if there was no democratic alternative before them, The Independent newspaper has reported

ISL: Bagan thrash error-prone Mohammedan Sporting

ISL: Bagan thrash error-prone Mohammedan Sporting

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

East Bengal FC's next match will be the Kolkata derby against Mohun Bagan on October 19.

Imran Khan advises US to strike deal with Taliban

Imran Khan advises US to strike deal with Taliban

Rediff.com23 Feb 2009

Pakistani cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan has urged the United States to strike a deal with the Taliban in Afghanistan on the pattern of the Swat pact, saying that the real threat was from the Al Qaeda. "The only way forward is dialogue, which is what (Afghan President) Hamid Karzai is finally saying. You have to start talking to the Taliban," Khan said. He warned that US President Barack Obama's Afghan policy is 'exactly the same way as the mess' made by Bush.

Rift in Imran Khan's party over anti-govt protests, top leader expelled

Rift in Imran Khan's party over anti-govt protests, top leader expelled

Rediff.com31 Aug 2014

Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek- i-Insaf party suffered a major setback after party president and senior politician Javed Hashmi was expelled after he criticised the cricketer-turned-politician's decision to march to the official residence of Premier Nawaz Sharif.

Won't use nuclear weapons first: Imran Khan amid tensions

Won't use nuclear weapons first: Imran Khan amid tensions

Rediff.com2 Sep 2019

"I want to tell India that war is not a solution to any problem. The winner in war is also a loser. War gives birth to host of other issues," said the Pakistani prime minister.

No Taliban and Al Qaeda threat to me: Imran Khan

No Taliban and Al Qaeda threat to me: Imran Khan

Rediff.com28 Feb 2012

Cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan on Tuesday said slain former premier Benazir Bhutto had faced a threat from the Taliban and al-Qaeda because she had pledged to take action against the two groups but there is no similar danger to him.

Ekta Kapoor signs up Imran Khan for Milan Talkies

Ekta Kapoor signs up Imran Khan for Milan Talkies

Rediff.com6 Apr 2015

Just when Imran's career was going through a bad patch, producer Ekta Kapoor and director Tigmanshu Dhulia have came forward to offer him Milan Talkies.