News for '-select-committee'

SC refuses to stay new law on appointment of CEC, ECs

SC refuses to stay new law on appointment of CEC, ECs

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

The bench asked senior advocate Vikas Singh, appearing for Congress leader Jaya Thakur, who sought a stay on the new law, to serve a copy of the petition to the Centre's counsel.

Mayank Yadav's IPL career on hold after injury scare!

Mayank Yadav's IPL career on hold after injury scare!

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Mayank Yadav doubtful for remainder of IPL; all set to get BCCI pace bowling contract

Was kept in dark on appointment of new CIC: Adhir writes to Prez

Was kept in dark on appointment of new CIC: Adhir writes to Prez

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

Chowdhury said the voice of the Opposition has been "ignored" and that is not good for democracy.

MotoGP drops CryptoDATA team after 'repeated breaches'

MotoGP drops CryptoDATA team after 'repeated breaches'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

The Race website reported that NASCAR's Trackhouse Racing team -- co-owned by rapper Pitbull -- was expected to take over the grid spots for next year using Aprilia's bikes and personnel.

Dissent within commission...: CEC on Goel's sudden resignation

Dissent within commission...: CEC on Goel's sudden resignation

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

There has been speculation that Goel quit due to differences with Kumar.

PM-led panel may appoint 2 election commissioners by Mar 15

PM-led panel may appoint 2 election commissioners by Mar 15

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

Sources said the selection committee could meet either on March 13 or 14 depending on the convenience of the members and the appointments are likely to be made by March 15.

Paris 2024: Sharath, Manika to lead India in Olympic team debut

Paris 2024: Sharath, Manika to lead India in Olympic team debut

Rediff.com16 May 2024

Veteran Sharath Kamal and world no. 24 Manika Batra will lead the Indian men's and women's squads respectively at the Paris Games, where the country will make its Olympic debut in team events.

Prannoy, Sen to lead India's defence in Thomas Cup

Prannoy, Sen to lead India's defence in Thomas Cup

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

Sindhu pulls out of Uber Cup

Major changes unlikely in Pakistan despite T20 WC flop

Major changes unlikely in Pakistan despite T20 WC flop

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

Naqvi previously mentioned that a "major surgery" was required in the team after Pakistan's defeat to India

Kohli withdraws from first two Tests vs England

Kohli withdraws from first two Tests vs England

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

The BCCI urged the fans and media to refrain from speculating about the reason for his forced break. The five-match series begins in Hyderabad on January 25.

After 2 yrs, former SC judge AM Khanwilkar appointed new Lokpal chief

After 2 yrs, former SC judge AM Khanwilkar appointed new Lokpal chief

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

The Lokpal has been working without its regular chief after Justice Pinaki Chandra Ghose completed his term on May 27, 2022.

This Film Will Represent India At Oscars

This Film Will Represent India At Oscars

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

2018: Everyone Is A Hero is India's official entry to the Academy Awards 2024.

Kohli not a certainty for T20 World Cup?

Kohli not a certainty for T20 World Cup?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Kohli will lead RCB in the IPL next week and it will be his only chance to impress selectors and the management ahead of the team selection for the World Cup.

Yusuf, Razzaq named Pakistan coaches for NZ T20s

Yusuf, Razzaq named Pakistan coaches for NZ T20s

Rediff.com7 Apr 2024

The Pakistan Cricket Board has decided to appoint Muhammad Yousuf and Abdul Razzaq as interim head coach and assistant coach respectively for the home T20 series against New Zealand later this month.

Oppn 'concerned' as Arun Goel resigns abruptly as EC

Oppn 'concerned' as Arun Goel resigns abruptly as EC

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

Goel's tenure was till December 5, 2027, and he would have become Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) after incumbent Rajiv Kumar retired in February next year.

De Silva takes over as Sri Lanka Test captain

De Silva takes over as Sri Lanka Test captain

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

All-rounder Dhananjaya de Silva will take over from Dimuth Karunaratne as captain of Sri Lanka's Test side, the country's cricket board (SLC) said on Thursday.

'Rohit said we need Kohli at any cost for T20 World Cup'

'Rohit said we need Kohli at any cost for T20 World Cup'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2024

Kirti Azad made a major disclosure that BCCI secretary Jay Shah wanted Virat Kohli out of the Indian team for the T20 World Cup.

SKY, Rahul To Lead T20s, ODIs In SA

SKY, Rahul To Lead T20s, ODIs In SA

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

The selectors announced India's teams for the tour of South Africa.

Balaji to partner Bopanna at Paris Olympics

Balaji to partner Bopanna at Paris Olympics

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

When contacted, AITA Secretary General Anil Dhupar said he does not have any objection to Bopanna playing with Balaji, ranked 84, at the Paris Olympics.

'Rishabh Pant could open the batting in T20s, like Sachin in ODIs'

'Rishabh Pant could open the batting in T20s, like Sachin in ODIs'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

'I have a feeling that after a certain transition happens, you could see Rishabh Pant opening the batting for India in T20 cricket.'

Former Test skipper to take over as Pakistan team chief selector

Former Test skipper to take over as Pakistan team chief selector

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

Former Test captain Inzamam-ul-Haq is set to take over as Pakistan team chief selector.

PCB in muddle over handing back captaincy to Babar

PCB in muddle over handing back captaincy to Babar

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

A well-informed source close to Shaheen said that the bowler was upset that not even once the PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi or the national selectors have spoken to him about their future plans as far as the captaincy or appointment of coaches is concerned.

T20 WC selection headache for India: Agarkar likely to speak to Rohit, Kohli

T20 WC selection headache for India: Agarkar likely to speak to Rohit, Kohli

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

The Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee will have some sleepless nights before selecting the squad for T20s against Afghanistan with veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli keen to play the World Cup in June.

Can AAP's Raghav Chadha be suspended as MP indefinitely, SC wants to know

Can AAP's Raghav Chadha be suspended as MP indefinitely, SC wants to know

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

The top court said the exclusion of a member of the Opposition from the House just because of a perspective which may not be consistent with the viewpoint of the government is a serious issue.

Which players will make 15-member squad for T20 World Cup?

Which players will make 15-member squad for T20 World Cup?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

Squad for the mega event will be announced at end of April.

Agarkar on why K L Rahul was dropped for T20 World Cup

Agarkar on why K L Rahul was dropped for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com2 May 2024

Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson got the nod as the two wicketkeepers in India's 15-member squad.

Ravindra Jadeja, KL Rahul ruled out of the second Test; Sarfaraz picked

Ravindra Jadeja, KL Rahul ruled out of the second Test; Sarfaraz picked

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

In a big blow to the Indian team, the hosts will miss Ravindra Jadeja and KL Rahul for the second Test against England.

Hafeez front-runner to don Pakistan's chief selector's cap

Hafeez front-runner to don Pakistan's chief selector's cap

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

Former Pakistan captain and all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez is a front-runner to become the national team's chief selector after the conclusion of the team's ongoing Sri Lanka tour.

'Babar needs Rohit, Kohli's pressure handling skills'

'Babar needs Rohit, Kohli's pressure handling skills'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

Latif said India have superior spinners and based on current form, Rohit Sharma's men are favourites for a win on Sunday.

KS Bharat to replace Ishan Kishan in SA Tests

KS Bharat to replace Ishan Kishan in SA Tests

Rediff.com17 Dec 2023

KS Bharat has been named as his replacement.

Shooters level gun-tampering allegations against top rifle coach

Shooters level gun-tampering allegations against top rifle coach

Rediff.com28 May 2024

A reputed national coach has been accused of tampering with rifles of some shooters by their parents, a charge that has been vehemently denied by the national federation, which has urged the aggrieved individuals to file a complaint.

What Kangana said after getting BJP ticket

What Kangana said after getting BJP ticket

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

While Ranaut will contest on a ticket for the BJP from Himachal Pradesh's Mandi constituency, her birthplace, Govil has been fielded by the party from the Meerut Lok Sabha seat.

Challenge BJP...: Raghav Chadha over 'forged signatures' charge

Challenge BJP...: Raghav Chadha over 'forged signatures' charge

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

"I will approach the Committee of Privileges and court of law against the BJP Lok Sabha members who levelled the false allegation of forgery against me," Chadha said.

England Tests: Who Should Replace Virat Kohli?

England Tests: Who Should Replace Virat Kohli?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

Cheteshwar Pujara, Ajinkya Rahane along with the uncapped duo of Rajat Patidar and Sarfaraz Khan are in the running for a place in the Indian Test team.

Lok Sabha to get LoP after 10 yrs, Opposition to push for dy speaker

Lok Sabha to get LoP after 10 yrs, Opposition to push for dy speaker

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

The 17th Lok Sabha, which was dissolved on June 5, did not have a deputy speaker for its full term, and it was the second consecutive term of the lower house without an LoP.

Plea in SC to restrain govt from appointing new ECs under new act

Plea in SC to restrain govt from appointing new ECs under new act

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

Two vacancies of election commissioners have arisen following the resignation of Election Commissioner Arun Goel and Anup Chandra Pandey's retirement.

Hasaranga named Sri Lanka's T20 captain

Hasaranga named Sri Lanka's T20 captain

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

Wanindu Hasaranga will make his comeback after missing the Asia Cup and the 50-overs World Cup.

Govt tweaks rules, 1st division in BA/MA made must for IIM directors' post

Govt tweaks rules, 1st division in BA/MA made must for IIM directors' post

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

The Centre has notified new norms for the appointment of directors of Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs), making it mandatory for applicants to have first class degrees in both Bachelor's and Master's, along with a PhD or equivalent from a reputed institute.

Salary hike lures Agarkar to chief selector's role?

Salary hike lures Agarkar to chief selector's role?

Rediff.com1 Jul 2023

Agarkar had previously applied for the position in 2020 but was not selected at that time.

'Please let us compete in Paris, we need mental peace before Olympics'

'Please let us compete in Paris, we need mental peace before Olympics'

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Paris Games quota-winning women wrestlers on Friday pleaded with the national federation not to subject them to selection trials, saying that every single step they take and every little thing they do from now on will have a bearing on India's medal chances at the Olympics.