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On your marks, get set..for IPL 2022

On your marks, get set..for IPL 2022

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

Champions CSK will kick off the 15th edition of the IPL against former winners KKR

Sri Lanka drop injured Chandimal from Asia Cup squad

Sri Lanka drop injured Chandimal from Asia Cup squad

Rediff.com10 Sep 2018

Sri Lanka Test captain Dinesh Chandimal was withdrawn on Monday from the 16-member squad for the Asia Cup because of an injury during a recent domestic tournament. The 28-year-old batsman injured a finger during a domestic Twenty20 match and needed more time to recover, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) said.

India trounce Bangladesh to enter Under-19 WC semis

India trounce Bangladesh to enter Under-19 WC semis

Rediff.com30 Jan 2022

In a repeat of the 2020 final, India bowled first and dismissed the Tigers for 111 at the Coolidge Cricket Ground in Antigua and Barbuda before their batters chased down the modest target for the loss of five wickets.

Has Russia's invasion of Ukraine stalled? UK's defence ministry thinks so

Has Russia's invasion of Ukraine stalled? UK's defence ministry thinks so

Rediff.com17 Mar 2022

Russian forces have made minimal progress on land, sea or air in recent days and they continue to suffer heavy losses, the UK's ministry of defence said on Thursday.

September 1st week exports jump 13.35%, imports down 21.37%

September 1st week exports jump 13.35%, imports down 21.37%

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

India's exports during the first week of September jumped 13.35 per cent year-on-year to $ 6.12 billion, official data released on Thursday showed. At the same time, imports declined by 21.37 per cent to $ 6.85 billion. Consequently, the deficit during September 1 to 7 worked out to $ 730 million.

'No way I would go to Australia for Ashes!'

'No way I would go to Australia for Ashes!'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2021

Kevin Piertersen has urged to scrap 'ridiculous quarantine rules' ahead of Ashes, while many England players mull boycotting the five-match series.

Arbaaz, Sohail Khan booked for violating COVID-19 norm

Arbaaz, Sohail Khan booked for violating COVID-19 norm

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

The Khan trio was asked to stay at a hotel in suburban Bandra after they returned to Mumbai from the United Arab Emirates in the penultimate week of December last year as per guidelines, but they went to their homes instead, a civic official said.

Taliban bans IPL broadcast in Afghanistan

Taliban bans IPL broadcast in Afghanistan

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

'Taliban have warned that Afghan media outlets should not broadcast the Indian Cricket League due to girls dancing and the presence of female audience and spectators in stadiums.'

Benjamin Netanyahu set to return as Israel PM

Benjamin Netanyahu set to return as Israel PM

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

With 99 per cent of the ballots counted, Netanyahu-led right-wing bloc has taken a comfortable lead with 64 seats in the 120-member Knesset, paving way for his triumphant return.

Dubai suspends AI Express flights over Covid positive passengers

Dubai suspends AI Express flights over Covid positive passengers

Rediff.com18 Sep 2020

"A passenger, who had a COVID-positive certificate dated September 2, travelled on Air India Express' Jaipur-Dubai flight on September 4. A similar incident had happened with a passenger on one of the airline's other Dubai flights previously," said one of the officials.

NZ players reach Dubai after 'specific, credible threat' derailed Pakistan tour

NZ players reach Dubai after 'specific, credible threat' derailed Pakistan tour

Rediff.com19 Sep 2021

New Zealand was warned of a "specific, credible threat" against its team, New Zealand Cricket (NZC) said, elaborating on the rationale for abruptly abandoning the tour of Pakistan as the squad reached Dubai on Sunday.

Spinners will play massive role in T20 World Cup: Boucher

Spinners will play massive role in T20 World Cup: Boucher

Rediff.com5 Jul 2021

The remainder of Indian Premier League being held in the United Arab Emirates will hugely affect the pitches, which might get worn out and help the spinners 'massively' during ICC T20 World Cup, feels South Africa head coach Mark Boucher.

KL Rahul donates PPE hoods to CISF personnel

KL Rahul donates PPE hoods to CISF personnel

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

Playing the Good Samaritan, India's batting star K L Rahul donated Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) hoods to the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel posted at Bengaluru airport, to help them fight the COVID-19 pandemic.

Raina filled with mixed emotions post retirement

Raina filled with mixed emotions post retirement

Rediff.com16 Aug 2020

Minutes after Dhoni announced his retirement on Instagram on Saturday, Raina posted a message on the same platform, saying "With my heart full of pride, I choose to join you in this journey."

Ukraine war an important point of discussion at G20 FMs' meet: India

Ukraine war an important point of discussion at G20 FMs' meet: India

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra on Wednesday refused to speculate on whether the G20 foreign ministers' meeting would be able to come out with a joint communique against the backdrop of widening differences between the West and Russia on the Ukraine conflict.

Mika Singh arrested in UAE for harassing teenaged model

Mika Singh arrested in UAE for harassing teenaged model

Rediff.com7 Dec 2018

The model lodged a complaint that the singer has sent her inappropriate pictures.

Modi speaks to Sunak, both agree on early conclusion of FTA

Modi speaks to Sunak, both agree on early conclusion of FTA

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

It was their first conversation since Indian-origin Sunak took charge as British prime minister on Tuesday.

WC qualifiers: 10 wins on trot for Aus; South Korea down Lebanon

WC qualifiers: 10 wins on trot for Aus; South Korea down Lebanon

Rediff.com7 Sep 2021

The South Koreans, meanwhile, secured their first win in Group B as Paulo Bento's side saw off Lebanon in Suwon.

Why Kohli wants BCCI to consider scheduling changes

Why Kohli wants BCCI to consider scheduling changes

Rediff.com29 Mar 2021

India captain Virat Kohli said confining players to 'bubbles' for months on end is not sustainable and the game has to consider scheduling changes to reduce the mental toll tours are taking during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Has Panjshir fallen? Taliban claim war in Afghanistan over

Has Panjshir fallen? Taliban claim war in Afghanistan over

Rediff.com7 Sep 2021

"The war in Afghanistan is over, now we will work together to rebuild this country," said Taliban spokesperson Zabiullah Mujahid at a press conference in Kabul.

Fans see double standards in FIFA political sympathies

Fans see double standards in FIFA political sympathies

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

The first World Cup in the Middle East has been anything but insulated from the troubles of the volatile region, set against a backdrop of anti-government protests in Iran and an upsurge in Israeli-Palestinian violence.

Socceroos comfortable with prep for Qatar World Cup

Socceroos comfortable with prep for Qatar World Cup

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

"Every time Garang touched the ball, he made something happen. The kid's exciting. Everyone can see that. Everyone is buzzing," said Slater, now a media analyst.

Finch says Aussies should put national duty ahead of IPL

Finch says Aussies should put national duty ahead of IPL

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

Pat Cummins, David Warner and Glenn Maxwell were among seven players with IPL contracts who have decided not to go on back-to-back tours of the Caribbean and Bangladesh in July and August, while Steve Smith will miss the trips through injury.

Modi's visit to UAE postponed amid Omicron surge

Modi's visit to UAE postponed amid Omicron surge

Rediff.com29 Dec 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's planned visit to the United Arab Emirates in the first half of next month has been postponed, people familiar with the development said.

The man who will beat Salman up

The man who will beat Salman up

Rediff.com9 Nov 2017

In a film, of course.

India presses OPEC for affordable oil

India presses OPEC for affordable oil

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

With domestic retail fuel prices jumping to record high on rising international oil rates, India on Thursday pressed oil cartel OPEC for 'affordable' oil price within a 'reasonable band' and that the producers should phase out production cuts. OPEC nations such as Saudi Arabia have traditionally been India's principal oil source. But, OPEC and its allies, called OPEC+, ignoring its call for ease supply curbs had led to the world's third-biggest oil importer tap newer sources to diversify its crude oil imports. As a result, OPEC's share in India's oil imports has dropped to about 60 per cent in May from 74 per cent in the previous month.

IPL-14 to be held in India; without spectators initially

IPL-14 to be held in India; without spectators initially

Rediff.com7 Mar 2021

The 14th edition of the Indian Premier League will begin from April 9 and will be held at six venues in India including Chennai, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Delhi, Bengaluru and Kolkata, the BCCI announced on Sunday.

Australia announce team for T20 World Cup

Australia announce team for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com19 Aug 2021

Uncapped Inglis joins Australia stars in T20 World Cup squad.

Mallya's jet to be auctioned at low reserve price

Mallya's jet to be auctioned at low reserve price

Rediff.com6 Jul 2016

On June 30, the department had rejected the sole bid of Rs 1.09 crore offered by the United Arab Emirates-based aviation support firm Alna Aero Distributional Finance Holdings, against a reserve price of Rs 152 crore

Saha will be fit for Australia Tests, says BCCI chief Ganguly

Saha will be fit for Australia Tests, says BCCI chief Ganguly

Rediff.com14 Nov 2020

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly has no doubt wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha, currently nursing a double hamstring injury, will be fit for India's four-Test series in Australia, beginning next month.

U-19 World Cup: NZ, Afghanistan, Pakistan enter quarters

U-19 World Cup: NZ, Afghanistan, Pakistan enter quarters

Rediff.com22 Jan 2020

Kristian Clarke handed the Kiwis a thrilling last-over victory to knock Sri Lanka out of the tournament.

Tour length should take 'bubble' toll into account: Kohli

Tour length should take 'bubble' toll into account: Kohli

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

The Indian team departs on a long tour of Australia right after the IPL, moving into one bio-bubble from another.

U19 World Cup: England first team to reach semis

U19 World Cup: England first team to reach semis

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

Jacob Bethell helped England advance to the semi-finals of the U19 World Cup in a six-wicket win over SA

New Zealand v West Indies, QF 4: How they measure up

New Zealand v West Indies, QF 4: How they measure up

Rediff.com20 Mar 2015

Ahead of Saturday's match, a factfile on the teams.

Players may withdraw from tours due to bubble burnout: Morgan

Players may withdraw from tours due to bubble burnout: Morgan

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

'I don't think people should look down on it and they shouldn't feel like people aren't doing their job or not committing to their country.'

India's position consistent: Foreign Secy on Ukraine crisis

India's position consistent: Foreign Secy on Ukraine crisis

Rediff.com27 Feb 2022

Shringla said it has definitely pointed out that "loss of human lives is not acceptable".

PHOTOS: Dubai gets drenched

PHOTOS: Dubai gets drenched

Rediff.com10 Mar 2016

Schools were ordered shut, flights suspended and the stock market was closed down in the United Arab Emirates as rare heavy rain hit the desert Gulf state.

People told to boycott China, but..: Omar's dig at IPL

People told to boycott China, but..: Omar's dig at IPL

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

'I feel bad for those idiots who threw their Chinese made TVs off their balconies only to see this happen'

Will Anti-Prophet Remarks Hit India's Gulf Trade?

Will Anti-Prophet Remarks Hit India's Gulf Trade?

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

Some of these nations are India's biggest export market. India is also dependent on these countries to meet its energy needs.

Salute India's Greatest Sailor!

Salute India's Greatest Sailor!

Rediff.com29 Apr 2023

Retired from the Indian Navy, his passage in the Golden Globe Race wasn't easy. Although he kept himself in the basket of race leaders, the position revealed little of what he was actually enduring. Shyam Menon captures the drama of Abhilash Tomy's incredible solo voyage across the world.