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Can Kings XI beat SunRisers and revive fortunes?

Can Kings XI beat SunRisers and revive fortunes?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

Their bowling attacks struggling to find form, Kings XI Punjab and SunRisers Hyderabad will look towards their power-hitters to do the job when the two erratic teams go head to head in an IPL match, in Dubai, on Thursday.

Sharif, daughter and son-in-law granted parole to attend Kulsoom's funeral

Sharif, daughter and son-in-law granted parole to attend Kulsoom's funeral

Rediff.com12 Sep 2018

Kulsoom, the wife of Sharif, died on Tuesday in London after a long battle with cancer. She was 68. Her body will be brought back and buried in the Jati Umra Lahore residence of the Sharif family.

Turning Point: Sunrisers bowling choke CSK

Turning Point: Sunrisers bowling choke CSK

Rediff.com18 Apr 2019

With SRH's reputation of leaking runs in the death overs, CSK would have fancied their chances of posting a challenging total. But the SRH bowlers came back strongly.

Battle of equals: Virat Kohli's RCB up against Shreyas Iyer's Delhi Capitals

Battle of equals: Virat Kohli's RCB up against Shreyas Iyer's Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com4 Oct 2020

Both DC and RCB have looked solid so far and are placed atop the standings with three wins out of four games each.

Preview: Mumbai Indians have edge against SunRisers Hyderabad

Preview: Mumbai Indians have edge against SunRisers Hyderabad

Rediff.com3 Oct 2020

Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma is in sublime form and he can pummel any attack into submission on his day.

IPL: Will Kohli get back among the runs in Battle of Royals?

IPL: Will Kohli get back among the runs in Battle of Royals?

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

The dew factor will go out of the window but the searing heat will be an issue when Royal Challengers Bangalore take on a better prepared Rajasthan Royals in the first of the 10 IPL double-headers, in Abu Dhabi, on Saturday.

What makes Ashwin so good...

What makes Ashwin so good...

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

Ashwin ended with nine wickets in the ongoing first Test, including 6 for 61

Can Sunrisers Hyderabad go all the way?

Can Sunrisers Hyderabad go all the way?

Rediff.com10 Apr 2021

One of the most consistent teams in the Indian Premier League over the last few years, Sunrisers Hyderabad will be one of the teams to watch out for in IPL 2021.

'This is an EVM victory for the BJP'

'This is an EVM victory for the BJP'

Rediff.com23 May 2019

'Nevertheless, a victory is a victory, no matter how it is obtained.'

Fast bowling concerns for RCB as Virat-Rohit clash

Fast bowling concerns for RCB as Virat-Rohit clash

Rediff.com27 Sep 2020

After scores of 14 and 1, Virat Kohli is due for a big one and will be hoping to spend more time in the middle when Royal Challengers Bangalore take on Mumbai Indians in the IPL in Dubai.

BJP fields ex-Cong leader against Sonia in Rae Bareli

BJP fields ex-Cong leader against Sonia in Rae Bareli

Rediff.com4 Apr 2019

Dinesh Pratap Singh, who was elected to the state legislative council for the second time in 2016 and left the Congress last year, is pitted against UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi on a seat held by her since 2004.

Why we may not see Pakistan at Hockey World Cup

Why we may not see Pakistan at Hockey World Cup

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

Pakistan Hockey Federation had sought a loan from the PCB to send the team to Bhubaneswar and clear the outstanding dues of players.

Pakistani cleric Qadri returns to Pakistan after 8 months

Pakistani cleric Qadri returns to Pakistan after 8 months

Rediff.com29 Jun 2015

The cleric vowed to seek justice for 14 of his supporters killed in a police raid last year.

Coming soon: The Dutee Chand biopic!

Coming soon: The Dutee Chand biopic!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

Will Anil Kapoor or Rakeysh Mehra make the Dutee Chand biopic?

Beating Retreat marks conclusion of 66th R-Day celebrations

Beating Retreat marks conclusion of 66th R-Day celebrations

Rediff.com29 Jan 2015

Tunes by Indian musicians, foot-tapping drumbeats and calming chimes reverberated the air as the imposing Rashtrapati Bhavan lit up at sunset marking the end of the 66th Republic Day celebrations with 'Beating Retreat' ceremony at Vijay Chowk in New Delhi on Thursday.

Rohit unlikely as Mumbai and RCB aim to seal play-off berth

Rohit unlikely as Mumbai and RCB aim to seal play-off berth

Rediff.com27 Oct 2020

Rohit Sharma is likely to miss his third game in a row when Mumbai Indians take on Royal Challengers Bangalore in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday with both teams aiming to secure their spot in the IPL play-offs.

Farmer unions refuse to appear before 'pro-govt' panel

Farmer unions refuse to appear before 'pro-govt' panel

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

Addressing a press conference at Singhu Border in New Delhi, farmer leader Balbeer Singh Rajewal said that farmers never demanded the Supreme Court form a committee to resolve the impasse, alleging the central government was behind this development.

India A batters struggle against Windies pace, all out for 133

India A batters struggle against Windies pace, all out for 133

Rediff.com5 Jul 2018

The young turks are playing in the challenging English conditions with red duke ball for the first time in their career.

Farmers continue to converge on Delhi borders, security upped

Farmers continue to converge on Delhi borders, security upped

Rediff.com1 Dec 2020

Rejecting the Centre's offer to hold talks once they move to the Burari ground, the farmers protesting against the new agricultural reform laws have been staying put at Tikri, Singhu and Ghazipur borders.

RCB look to get tactics right as they face Rajasthan Royals

RCB look to get tactics right as they face Rajasthan Royals

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

The Virat Kohli-led RCB has won five of its eight games on the back of all-round performances but seemingly blundered in the eight-wicket defeat to laggards KXIP on Thursday.

130 terrorists killed, 350 arrested in Pak's anti-terror drive

130 terrorists killed, 350 arrested in Pak's anti-terror drive

Rediff.com19 Feb 2017

Pakistan had reportedly launched 'strikes' against militant bases in Afghanistan on Saturday.

Ranji Roundup: Majumdar revives Bengal; Guj restrict Saurashtra

Ranji Roundup: Majumdar revives Bengal; Guj restrict Saurashtra

Rediff.com29 Feb 2020

A round-up of Ranji Trophy matches played on Saturday.

Kohli rues shoddy batting display after first Tess loss

Kohli rues shoddy batting display after first Tess loss

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

'I think, the Test probably shifted in their favour when we batted in the first innings. We were looking to bat better but I don't think there was enough application shown by us as a batting unit'

Rohit sees T20Is as platform to test bench strength

Rohit sees T20Is as platform to test bench strength

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

He also reasoned why India haven't been as successful in the shortest format as compared to the other forms.

Will Stokes return to inspire struggling Royals?

Will Stokes return to inspire struggling Royals?

Rediff.com10 Oct 2020

Rajasthan Royals, struggling at the penultimate spot on the points table after two wins and four straight defeats, need something special against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Sunday's IPL match in Dubai.

Join hands to battle COVID: Shah tells all-party meet

Join hands to battle COVID: Shah tells all-party meet

Rediff.com15 Jun 2020

Shah apprised the leaders of four major political parties of Delhi on the steps taken to check the coronavirus pandemic and sought their views on the issue, a home ministry official said. Leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party, Congress, Aam Aadmi Party and the Bahujan Samaj Party have attended the meeting.

PHOTOS: This happened for first time in R-Day parade

PHOTOS: This happened for first time in R-Day parade

Rediff.com26 Jan 2016

This year the duration of the parade was also curtailed from more than two hours to 90 minutes but the format remained the same.

Pakistan executes 4 convicts; 59 executed since death penalty revival

Pakistan executes 4 convicts; 59 executed since death penalty revival

Rediff.com25 Mar 2015

Pakistan hanged four convicts on Wedesnday, 59 executed since death penalty revival.

Asiad Boxing: Amit soldiers into final, injured Vikas settles for bronze

Asiad Boxing: Amit soldiers into final, injured Vikas settles for bronze

Rediff.com31 Aug 2018

Debutant boxer Amit Panghal (49kg) continued his sensational run to make the final with a hard-fought win but an injured Vikas Krishan (75kg) had to settle for bronze after being declared medically unfit for his semifinal at the 18th Asian Games, in Jakarta, on Friday.

Govt, BJP have no role in Chidambaram's arrest: MoS Home

Govt, BJP have no role in Chidambaram's arrest: MoS Home

Rediff.com22 Aug 2019

'It's the court, not the government that decides where to put the people who indulge in corruption'

IPL 2021: Shikhar Dhawan tops MVP list

IPL 2021: Shikhar Dhawan tops MVP list

Rediff.com21 Apr 2021

Purnendu Maji and Srinivas Bhogle list IPL 2021's 50 Most Valuable Players up to Game 11.

IPL Auction: Shami, Iyer for Rs 2 cr

IPL Auction: Shami, Iyer for Rs 2 cr

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

590 cricketers -- including 370 Indian players and 220 overseas players -- will go under the hammer during the two-day mega auction in Bengaluru on February 12 and 13.

Pak government, leaders pay tribute to Vajpayee

Pak government, leaders pay tribute to Vajpayee

Rediff.com17 Aug 2018

The government and people of Pakistan extend their 'heartfelt condolences' to Vajpayee's family and to the government and people of India, the spokesman said.

Ayodhya awaits its big day, outsiders not welcome

Ayodhya awaits its big day, outsiders not welcome

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

Ayodhya is decked up for the bhoomi pujan that will be attended at the Ram Janmabhoomi by 175 people, who figure in a select guest list of seers and politicians topped by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

After SC snub, Chidambaram makes dramatic appearance

After SC snub, Chidambaram makes dramatic appearance

Rediff.com21 Aug 2019

Rejecting reports of his evading the law, he told reporters that the charges against him and his son were 'nothing further from truth'.

Bihar students in Kota protest as those from other states leave

Bihar students in Kota protest as those from other states leave

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

18 buses carrying students from Assam and 31 with students from Haryana were scheduled to leave Kota on Friday, Additional District Magistrate (administration), Kota Narendra Gupta, who is monitoring the task, said.

PM Modi bats for cricket for boosting India-Nepal ties

PM Modi bats for cricket for boosting India-Nepal ties

Rediff.com12 May 2018

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Saturday, batted for cricket and highlighted the role of Indian Premier League in strengthening people-to-people ties between India and Nepal.

Obama, Clinton outraged at Bhatti's assassination

Obama, Clinton outraged at Bhatti's assassination

Rediff.com3 Mar 2011

United States President Barack Obama and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton joined the international community in expressing their outrage at the assassination of Pakistan's Minister for Minority Affairs Shahbaz Bhatti.

India 'A' bowlers keep Windies in check on Day 1

India 'A' bowlers keep Windies in check on Day 1

Rediff.com1 Aug 2019

India 'A' bowlers fought back with a flurry of wickets in the final session to reduce the West Indies 'A' to 243 for five, on Day 1 of the second unofficial Test.

'Smriti Irani jhooth ki rani' slogans raised outside HRD minister's house

'Smriti Irani jhooth ki rani' slogans raised outside HRD minister's house

Rediff.com27 Feb 2016

The activists also held up banners and placards with messages such as "Stop insulting Rohith" and vowed to continue with protests until Irani "resigns".