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Captain Pandya: In search of a sounding board

Captain Pandya: In search of a sounding board

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

It's just two games into the tournament but Hardik Pandya already seems to have loads to worry about in his second stint with Mumbai Indians, the leadership part not quite falling in place thus far.

Can Padikkal Fill The Rahul Void?

Can Padikkal Fill The Rahul Void?

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

Scoring a career-best 193 in the season opener against Punjab, Padikkal has been a prolific run-scorer, amassing 556 runs in six innings at an average of 92.66. His newfound consistency includes three centuries, showcasing his ability to bounce back from adversity.

IPL 2024: CSK vs RCB: The Best Batters!

IPL 2024: CSK vs RCB: The Best Batters!

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

Vote for your best knock of the CSK vs RCB match.

IPL PIX: Markram hits fifty as Sunrisers ease past CSK

IPL PIX: Markram hits fifty as Sunrisers ease past CSK

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

Aiden Markram stroked a half-century to steer Sunrisers Hyderabad to a comfortable six-wicket victory against Chennai Super Kings.

A Tale Of Unlikely Politicians

A Tale Of Unlikely Politicians

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

Many ethical, competent corporate leaders aspire to join public life today. However, the transition to politics is far from easy, observes Indrajit Gupta.

IAF's Tejas aircraft crashes on way back from war game witnessed by PM

IAF's Tejas aircraft crashes on way back from war game witnessed by PM

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

The pilot ejected safely and a court of inquiry has been ordered to ascertain the cause of the accident, the IAF said in a brief statement.

How BJP plans to win all 80 seats in UP in LS poll

How BJP plans to win all 80 seats in UP in LS poll

Rediff.com3 Mar 2024

The notable names in the BJP's first list include Prime Minister Narendra Modi from Varanasi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh from Lucknow, Hema Malini from Mathura, Ajay Mishra Teni from Kheri, Smriti Irani from Amethi, Lallu Singh from Faizabad (Ayodhya) and Mahendra Nath Pandey from Chandauli among others.

BJP LS list: Shivraj, Scindia included; Pragya Thakur left out

BJP LS list: Shivraj, Scindia included; Pragya Thakur left out

Rediff.com2 Mar 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party's first list of 24 candidates for Lok Sabha from Madhya Pradesh featured former chief minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Union minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, while Bhopal MP Pragya Singh Thakur was replaced by another candidate.

Immigration agent held as 9 US-bound persons from Gujarat go missing

Immigration agent held as 9 US-bound persons from Gujarat go missing

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

The suspected immigration scam came to light after a woman approached the Prantij police in Sabarkantha district with a complaint that her husband, Bharat Rabari, went incommunicado in February.

'We have a lot more left in our tank'

'We have a lot more left in our tank'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

Satwik said the losses had not dampened the pair's spirits but made them more hungry for success in Paris.

Who Will Fill Dhoni's Shoes At CSK?

Who Will Fill Dhoni's Shoes At CSK?

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

'The holes that CSK will try to fill are ones of captaincy, which I believe Ruturaj Gaikwad is going to take over.'

Will legalising MSP reduce the import bill for edible oils and pulses?

Will legalising MSP reduce the import bill for edible oils and pulses?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

The protesting farmers' main demand to legalise the minimum support price (MSP) regime has divided opinion. One school of thought says it would lead to crop diversification and help India keep under check its burgeoning import bill on edible oils and pulses, while another says it would incentivise farmers to produce low-quality crops. Contrary to popular perception, India has a trade surplus in agriculture and allied activities, which stood at $18.65 billion during 2022-23 (FY23) against $15.92 billion in the previous year. However, the surplus was mainly on account of rice, wheat, sugar, spices, and buffalo meat.

When Dhoni actually quit international cricket...

When Dhoni actually quit international cricket...

Rediff.com27 Oct 2023

A little over four years since India lost that match by 18 runs and crashed out of the World Cup, Dhoni revealed it was at that moment his time in international cricket was over.

Shivam Dube Is Now In T20 World Cup Mix

Shivam Dube Is Now In T20 World Cup Mix

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

'Playing after a long time and batting at No. 4 was a bit of pressure for me, but I had one thing on my mind that I had to play my style of cricket.'

'Why are they interested only in Gujarat fake encounters?'

'Why are they interested only in Gujarat fake encounters?'

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

The Gujarat government told the Supreme Court on Thursday that the petitioners who have sought a probe into the alleged fake encounters in the state from 2002 to 2006 need to explain the reasons for their "selective public interest" in raising the issue.

'My Life Was In Danger'

'My Life Was In Danger'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

'I received many threatening calls and letters.' 'A fatwa was issued against me.'

Defamation plea not maintainable: Dhoni tells court

Defamation plea not maintainable: Dhoni tells court

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

Recently, Dhoni filed a criminal case against Diwakar and Das claiming they have allegedly duped him of around Rs 16 crore by not honouring a contract to establish cricket academies, according to his lawyer.

What A Champion, Ravindra Jadeja!

What A Champion, Ravindra Jadeja!

Rediff.com30 May 2023

'A 5th title is huge'.

LS polls: BJP appoints in-charges for 23 states, UTs

LS polls: BJP appoints in-charges for 23 states, UTs

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday appointed election in-charges and co-in-charges for 23 states and Union territories in view of the Lok Sabha polls this year.

IPL 2024: Kohli's 16-year itch, MSD - the evergreen captain, Pant's return, Rohit's bleeding heart & the Cup

IPL 2024: Kohli's 16-year itch, MSD - the evergreen captain, Pant's return, Rohit's bleeding heart & the Cup

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

The never-ending speculation surrounding Mahendra Singh Dhoni's retirement, Virat Kohli's 16-year-itch, the second chance that life has offered Rishabh Pant and Rohit Sharma's bleeding heart will make for intriguing sub-plots in the annual carnival called the Indian Premier League starting on Friday.

BJP leads with 20 Rajya Sabha MPs among 41 elected unopposed

BJP leads with 20 Rajya Sabha MPs among 41 elected unopposed

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Former Congress president Sonia Gandhi, BJP chief J P Nadda and new party entrant Ashok Chavan and Union ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw and L Murugan were among the 41 candidates elected unopposed to Rajya Sabha on Tuesday while Himachal Pradesh, Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh will witness polling on February 27.

Dhoni's Special Connection With August 15

Dhoni's Special Connection With August 15

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Three years ago, on the same date, Dhoni bid a heartfelt farewell to the international cricket stage, making August 15 a poignant milestone for him.

Will Robin Minz Be The Next M S Dhoni?

Will Robin Minz Be The Next M S Dhoni?

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

Minz is called a 'left-handed Kieron Pollard' on the domestic circuit for his ability to hit big sixes. He boasts of a strike rate in excess of 140.

Trivedi only outgoing MP in BJP's first list of 14 RS candidates

Trivedi only outgoing MP in BJP's first list of 14 RS candidates

Rediff.com11 Feb 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Sunday named 14 candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls including former Union minister R P N Singh and Sudhanshu Trivedi -- the only outgoing MP renominated by the party.

Dhoni's Bike Collection Will Amaze You!

Dhoni's Bike Collection Will Amaze You!

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

'What a collection and what a man MSD is. A great achiever and a even more incredible person.;

Is It Okay To Have Multivitamin Tablets Every Day?

Is It Okay To Have Multivitamin Tablets Every Day?

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

Vitamins and minerals are better consumed in a natural form as one advances in age, advises rediffGURU Dr Karthiyayini Mahadevan.

'Dhoni's great, but I still choose Sourav as my captain'

'Dhoni's great, but I still choose Sourav as my captain'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2023

Former India better Parthiv Patel chose the former president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India and captain Sourav Ganguly as his captain over Mahendra Singh Dhoni and said that there will always be a soft corner for his first skipper.

Is Gambhir Taking Another Shot At Dhoni?

Is Gambhir Taking Another Shot At Dhoni?

Rediff.com27 Oct 2023

'When you give credit to only one person for a tournament victory, how will the other 14 players feel?'

CSK's day off! Dhoni plays TT; Jadeja enjoys golf

CSK's day off! Dhoni plays TT; Jadeja enjoys golf

Rediff.com5 May 2023

The CSK players took to indoor some games, with captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni playing table tennis partnering Ambati Rayudu.

Dhoni is blessed with talent to bring out best in others: Rayudu

Dhoni is blessed with talent to bring out best in others: Rayudu

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

The former India batter further added that the 42-year-old will tell every other player subtly and that's what they expect from the skipper.

Salame Ishq Meri Jaan...

Salame Ishq Meri Jaan...

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

'Dii duwaye tumhe umar bhar ke liye.'

Congress, SP watch as MLAs help BJP win extra RS seats

Congress, SP watch as MLAs help BJP win extra RS seats

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

The Congress on Tuesday suffered a major upset in Himachal Pradesh at the hands of the Bharatiya Janata Party in the Rajya Sabha elections which were marred by cross-voting in all the three states though it won three seats in Karnataka while the saffron party pocketed an extra seat in Uttar Pradesh.

Rohit joins 10,000-run club!

Rohit joins 10,000-run club!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

India captain Rohit Sharma became the sixth Indian batter to go past the landmark of 10,000 runs in One-Day Internationals.

Thrilled CSK Players Over Getting To Final

Thrilled CSK Players Over Getting To Final

Rediff.com24 May 2023

Here's what it feels like to punch your ticket to another IPL final!

Former IPS officer Mahendra Kumawat on tackling the Maoists

Former IPS officer Mahendra Kumawat on tackling the Maoists

Rediff.com30 Nov 2009

'Their Maoism is a facade only to become leaders in society,' argues former IPS officer Mahendra Kumawat, who has extensively dealt with Naxalites.

Kamal Haasan: Balu Mahendra and I shared a very close relationship

Kamal Haasan: Balu Mahendra and I shared a very close relationship

Rediff.com14 Feb 2014

Kamal Haasan pays rich tribute to his Sadma director.

What Dhoni Asked SKY!

What Dhoni Asked SKY!

Rediff.com22 May 2023

'And the third thing he asked was which is the next car I was going to buy.'

Yuvraj set to mentor Team India?

Yuvraj set to mentor Team India?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2024

'When the big moment comes, our physical preparation is there, but mentally we need to make those decisions'

Dhoni Fever Grips Delhi

Dhoni Fever Grips Delhi

Rediff.com22 May 2023

Mahendra Singh Dhoni got a rousing reception from spectators at the Arun Jaitley stadium.

Is This Dhoni's Farewell Pic?

Is This Dhoni's Farewell Pic?

Rediff.com30 May 2023

After CSK's triumph in a rain-affected IPL 2023 final in Ahmedabad, Dhoni again said what he has been saying each time he has been asked this tournament -- that he has some months before the December IPL auction to make up his mind whether to play or to retire his bat and wicket-keeping gloves.