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World Cup: Toilets at main nets being built overnight: HCA races against time

World Cup: Toilets at main nets being built overnight: HCA races against time

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

A toilet being built adjacent to the main nets of the Rajiv Gandhi Cricket Stadium at the eleventh hour, new spectator seats yet to be fully installed less than 48 hours left for Pakistan's opening World Cup warm-up fixture but Hyderabad Cricket Association officials are still promising "they will get there".

Meg Lanning, Australian cricket queen announces retirement

Meg Lanning, Australian cricket queen announces retirement

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

The 31-year-old also led Australia to a Commonwealth Games gold medal last year and is the country's leading run getter across formats

J&K CM wants to be relieved of post

J&K CM wants to be relieved of post

Rediff.com22 Oct 2007

Sources close to the CM told Business Standard that Azad had suggested to the party's Central leaders that since he was not keen to be projected as the party's chief ministerial candidate for the next year's elections, he should be replaced at the earliest.

Babar Azam steps down as Pakistan captain after WC flop!

Babar Azam steps down as Pakistan captain after WC flop!

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

Following Pakistan's forgettable World Cup in India, Babar Azam stepped down as skipper of the national team.

Bengal school jobs scam: HC orders removal of ED officer from probe team

Bengal school jobs scam: HC orders removal of ED officer from probe team

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

The court said it was dissatisfied with Mishra's answers to its queries during his appearance before it in the previous hearing.

Dhankhar 2? WB governor ticks off Mamata over IAS officer

Dhankhar 2? WB governor ticks off Mamata over IAS officer

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

The governor relieved Chakravorty of her duties on February 12.

Nepal's PM Deuba sacks 4 ministers a week after ally JSP quits coalition

Nepal's PM Deuba sacks 4 ministers a week after ally JSP quits coalition

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

The JSP has made an electoral alliance with main opposition Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist headed by K P Sharma Oli.

'Relieved that Sachin won't play T20 World Cup'

'Relieved that Sachin won't play T20 World Cup'

Rediff.com9 Apr 2010

South African opener Loots Bosman is relieved that Sachin Tendulkar won't be playing in the Twenty20 World Championships later this month but he feels even without the senior batsman India remains a very dangerous outfit.

Feel a lot relieved now, says Bhajji after five-wicket haul

Feel a lot relieved now, says Bhajji after five-wicket haul

Rediff.com20 Aug 2012

Come September, Harbhajan Singh will be back in India colours, but it's more of a 'sense of relief' than happiness for India's seniormost spinner as he makes his international return against New Zealand in the T20s.

Assam probes fund misuse during Kovind's visit to Kaziranga

Assam probes fund misuse during Kovind's visit to Kaziranga

Rediff.com2 Apr 2023

Speaking to PTI, Environment and Forest Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary said the additional chief secretary of the forest and environment department Ravi Shankar Prasad has been directed to look after the allegation following a reply to a social activist under the Right to Information Act.

Will Chahar make a comeback for 4th T20I in Raipur?

Will Chahar make a comeback for 4th T20I in Raipur?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Both Prasidh and Avesh Khan lack variety and innovation as they keep pitching the ball at the same length. Both bowl in late 130s or early 140s but consistently pitch it back of the length and the nature of Indian tracks make it a cannon fodder for batters.

Rescued worker tells Modi how they survived

Rescued worker tells Modi how they survived

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

The 41 workers, who were rescued from Uttarakhand's Silkyara tunnel in a multi-agency rescue operation, kept their spirits up while trapped inside by taking morning walks and practising yoga, a rescued worker told Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

How Dravid tackles criticism and unwinds

How Dravid tackles criticism and unwinds

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

It is not an easy life even for someone like Dravid, whose touch points with cricket spread across decades, formats and varied roles.

Chess World Championships: 'Wobbly' Anand relieved after Round 1 draw

Chess World Championships: 'Wobbly' Anand relieved after Round 1 draw

Rediff.com9 Nov 2014

Satisfied with a draw in a tough opening match of the World Championships, Indian chess wizard Viswanathan Anand said he felt relieved to have pulled off the result after a rather wobbly start against title-holder Magnus Carlsen.

Nine dead in northern Italy floods, F1 race called off

Nine dead in northern Italy floods, F1 race called off

Rediff.com18 May 2023

Sunday's Formula One Grand Prix in Imola, which is close to many of the worst-hit areas, was called off in an effort to relieve pressure on emergency services and prevent motor racing fans from converging on the inundated region.

'Please Modiji': J-K girl seeks a 'a nice school'

'Please Modiji': J-K girl seeks a 'a nice school'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

In a video now viral on Facebook, the little girl from the Lohai-Malhar village in Kathua district of Jammu voices an adorable wish to Prime Minister Narendra Modi -- "Please Modi ji, ek achhi si school banwa do na (Please Modiji, build a nice school for us)".

Teesta relieved on getting clean chit from SC pane

Teesta relieved on getting clean chit from SC pane

Rediff.com29 Aug 2005

Human Rights activist Teesta Setalvad said on Monday that she was relieved following the clean chit given to her by a SC-appointed committee of charges of inducement levelled against her by the key witness in Best Bakery case Zaheera Sheikh.

Stand-off between PCB and top players end: Babar 'extremely satisfied'

Stand-off between PCB and top players end: Babar 'extremely satisfied'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

The central contracts stand-off between Pakistan Cricket Board and top national players ended on Wednesday.

Lakhimpur case: SC relief for Ashish Mishra, allows him to visit ailing mother

Lakhimpur case: SC relief for Ashish Mishra, allows him to visit ailing mother

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

A bench of Justices Surya Kant and Dipankar Datta relaxed the interim bail conditions imposed on Mishra by the court on January 25.

I've worked on my arm speed and angles: Kuldeep Yadav

I've worked on my arm speed and angles: Kuldeep Yadav

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

Varying the speed of his deliveries and working on the angles have been key components of Kuldeep Yadav's success since his return to the ODI set-up.

Relieved evacuees from Kabul thank Modi, Indian govt after landing in India

Relieved evacuees from Kabul thank Modi, Indian govt after landing in India

Rediff.com22 Aug 2021

A total of 168 people, including 107 Indians and 23 Afghan Sikhs and Hindus, were flown from Kabul to the Hindon airbase in a C-17 heavy-lift military transport aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF).

I was a bit nervous: Neeraj Chopra after title-winning throw

I was a bit nervous: Neeraj Chopra after title-winning throw

Rediff.com1 Jul 2023

'I am relieved it is coming together well for me. A win is a win and I will take that happily.'

Swiss Chess: Gujrathi takes sole lead; Vaishali joins leaders' pack

Swiss Chess: Gujrathi takes sole lead; Vaishali joins leaders' pack

Rediff.com3 Nov 2023

After six draws in a row, Praggnanandhaa was relieved after the victory, a result of Gupta's blunder under time pressure.

Cummins relieved Karunaratne conscious after hit

Cummins relieved Karunaratne conscious after hit

Rediff.com2 Feb 2019

Cummins was left to look on anxiously as the Australian side assembled near the pitch to watch the medical team attend to Karunaratne, who was stretchered off the ground and taken to hospital in a neck brace.

From Rs 3.75 lakh to Rs 130 cr to...: Rushdie family house to be re-valued

From Rs 3.75 lakh to Rs 130 cr to...: Rushdie family house to be re-valued

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

A division bench of Justices Vibhu Bakhru and Amit Mahajan set aside the single judge's December 24, 2019 order pegging the value of the property at Rs 130 crore.

When Death Came From The Sky

When Death Came From The Sky

Rediff.com30 May 2023

Russia rained fire on Ukraine's Kyiv region on Monday, May 29, 2023.

Bishop Franco Mulakkal steps down after Vatican's request

Bishop Franco Mulakkal steps down after Vatican's request

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

Bishop Franco Mulakkal, who was temporarily relieved of his pastoral responsibilities by Pope Francis in 2018 following allegations of rape by a nun, has resigned from the Jalandhar Bishop's post, a church source said on Thursday.

SKY needs 'tiny mind switch' to succeed in ODI cricket: AB de Villiers

SKY needs 'tiny mind switch' to succeed in ODI cricket: AB de Villiers

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

A B de Villiers believes that India's T20 batting sensation Suryakumar Yadav needs a slight tweak in his mindset in order to replicate his success in the 50-over format.

Indian rowers aim high after Asian Games triumph

Indian rowers aim high after Asian Games triumph

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

Unprecedented 5 Medals at Asian Games: What's Next for Coach Ismail Baig?"

Shamsi on his 'Umpire's Call' survival off Rauf

Shamsi on his 'Umpire's Call' survival off Rauf

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

The 'Umpire's Call' handed South Africa's Tabraiz Shamsi the much-needed lifeline by the barest of margins, which somewhat proved to be the decisive factor in the World Cup encounter against Pakistan in Chennai on Friday.

Kohli: Ponting Hails Anushka Effect

Kohli: Ponting Hails Anushka Effect

Rediff.com20 Sep 2022

'He obviously spoke very fondly about his wife's influence on the last couple of years of his life as well, which is also very nice to hear.'

'This lie took away 10 years of my life'

'This lie took away 10 years of my life'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2023

'What happened to Jiah was really unfortunate, but it was beyond my control.'

Wimbledon relaxes dress code for women players

Wimbledon relaxes dress code for women players

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

"It is our hope that this rule adjustment will help players focus purely on their performance by relieving a potential source of anxiety."

Dhoni blames dew for CSK's defeat vs KKR

Dhoni blames dew for CSK's defeat vs KKR

Rediff.com15 May 2023

MS Dhoni blamed the dewy conditions for their loss and expressed satisfaction with Shivam Dube's performance

Does Protein Powder Harm Kidneys?

Does Protein Powder Harm Kidneys?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2023

'Digesting protein is hard work for the metabolic system. The more natural the protein is, the easier it is to digest,' explains Dr Karthiyayani Mahadevan.

Shouldn't we have the freedom to leave earth with dignity?

Shouldn't we have the freedom to leave earth with dignity?

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

Death is a reality of life and yet we shy away from talking about it openly, observes Aarti David.

Relieved after the verdict, we went through trying times: Talwar family

Relieved after the verdict, we went through trying times: Talwar family

Rediff.com13 Oct 2017

The family said they were thankful to God for the verdict.

Kohli relieved as RCB advance despite 4th straight loss

Kohli relieved as RCB advance despite 4th straight loss

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

Skipper Virat Kohli insisted Royal Challengers Bangalore deserved a qualification spot in the Indian Premier League play-offs and said his team would make full use of the opportunity.

Woman shot dead outside school in Manipur; gunfire reported

Woman shot dead outside school in Manipur; gunfire reported

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

The incident occurred at Kwakeithel Mayai Koibi under Lamphel police station a day after classes 1 to 8 began in the state after two months because of the violence.

Pak releases 200 Indian fishermen from Karachi jail, 100 more in July

Pak releases 200 Indian fishermen from Karachi jail, 100 more in July

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

Last month, Pakistani authorities released 198 Indian fishermen, languishing in a prison in Karachi after arresting them for allegedly fishing illegally in the country's waters.