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India eyes T20 World Cup title after near misses

India eyes T20 World Cup title after near misses

Rediff.com30 May 2024

India remain bereft of a global title since winning the 2013 Champions Trophy.

Ashwin vs Bairstow: Clash of centurions in Dharamsala

Ashwin vs Bairstow: Clash of centurions in Dharamsala

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

India will be looking for another favorable result to extend their lead in the World Test Championships standings.

'It Was Madness'

'It Was Madness'

Rediff.com10 May 2025

'Even known names and social media handles went berserk by stating that Karachi has been attacked and an F-16 was shot down.'

'ROI On An MBA Is Seriously Messed Up'

'ROI On An MBA Is Seriously Messed Up'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

Why has a Reddit user's post -- where the user warns that 'even an IIM tag won't save you' -- created a storm online?

Rahul Dravid explains his coaching philosophy

Rahul Dravid explains his coaching philosophy

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

Dravid praised Rohit's growth as leader, Virat Kohli's dedication

'King Kohli did it in style'

'King Kohli did it in style'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

'Watching Virat Kohli master the chase with remarkable consistency is becoming a routine for us.'

The price of building India: Why cement remains in the 28% GST slab

The price of building India: Why cement remains in the 28% GST slab

Rediff.com7 May 2025

The 31st meeting of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council, held in December 2018, deferred a decision to reduce the GST rate for cement from 28 per cent to 18 per cent. This was despite recognising that cement - along with automobile parts - remained among the few mass-consumption items still taxed at the highest slab, which was originally meant for luxury and sin goods.

Hardik's ankle injury: No major damage, says Rohit

Hardik's ankle injury: No major damage, says Rohit

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

India suffered an early setback in their World Cup contest against Bangladesh when all-rounder Hardik Pandya left the field after twisting his ankle while bowling his first over in Pune on Thursday.

World Cup: 'I will always prefer Shami'

World Cup: 'I will always prefer Shami'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

Indian cricketer Manoj Tiwary revealed his preference for Mohammad Shami over all-rounder Shardul Thakur in playing XI against Bangladesh in the ongoing World Cup.

Kohli vs Shakib: Mutual admiration fuels World Cup tie

Kohli vs Shakib: Mutual admiration fuels World Cup tie

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

Virat Kohli and Shakib Al Hasan have engaged in a mutual display of respect and admiration for each other's cricketing abilities.

'Rohit has that magical touch in him'

'Rohit has that magical touch in him'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

'His style of captaincy is a bit different from others; he talks very politely and in a very lovable way with his players.'

IMA chief's apology in newspaper illegible, minuscule: SC

IMA chief's apology in newspaper illegible, minuscule: SC

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

The Supreme Court on Tuesday said the Indian Medical Association president R V Asokan's unconditional apology published in a newspaper over his "damaging" statements in an interview to PTI was illegible and the font miniscule.

How Kuldeep Yadav outsmarted Pakistan's batters

How Kuldeep Yadav outsmarted Pakistan's batters

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

I''ve been watching Saud Shakeel in the last couple of games: Kuldeep Yadav

NEET aspirant raped in Kota hostel

NEET aspirant raped in Kota hostel

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

The girl from Bihar -- who had been living in the hostel with her sister -- alleged in her complaint on Tuesday that the tiffin boy repeatedly raped her while the hostel owner warned her against disclosing the incident, Superintendent of Police (Kota City) Sharad Choudhary said.

Panel members favoured two-stage trials instead of exemption

Panel members favoured two-stage trials instead of exemption

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

IOA ad-hoc committee panel members Ashok Garg and Gian Singh favoured a two-stage trial to pick the Indian wrestling squad for the Asian Games and did not recommend exemption to any wrestler, it has come to light.

'Nitish Could Come Back To INDIA'

'Nitish Could Come Back To INDIA'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

'Nitish may take such a decision because he was the first person who was with the INDIA front.' 'He went back only because he did not get proper encouragement from the Congress.' 'Nitish will take a decision provided there is a strong alternative.' 'If he feels ours is a weak coalition, he will not come.' 'Then, this government will continue for five years.'

Has US Averted India-Pakistan War?

Has US Averted India-Pakistan War?

Rediff.com2 May 2025

The 'mediation' by the United States from behind the scene on the diplomatic track appears to be once again working, which calls on both Delhi and Islamabad to show restraint and pull back from a military confrontation, notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Bhutia resigns from AIFF technical committee over India coach appointment

Bhutia resigns from AIFF technical committee over India coach appointment

Rediff.com21 Jul 2024

'If you are going to bypass the technical committee in the head coach appointment, why are we here?'

Delhi has become Aapda-mukt: Modi in victory speech

Delhi has become Aapda-mukt: Modi in victory speech

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

Hailing the Bharatiya Janata Party's Delhi assembly polls victory as 'historic', Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday launched a stinging attack on the Aam Aadmi Party and the Congress, saying the country needs a serious political transformation and not politics of 'dhoort-ta (deceit) and moorkhta (foolishness)'.

'India wants goli ka jawab goli se'

'India wants goli ka jawab goli se'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

'If Pakistan has fired one bullet at us then we have to respond by firing 10 bullets at them. It is our right to do so.'

Bangladesh's Tamim out of World Cup with injury

Bangladesh's Tamim out of World Cup with injury

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

A persistent back injury dashed the opener's hopes of playing in the World Cup.

'Why Would A Pilot Go And Touch The Switch?'

'Why Would A Pilot Go And Touch The Switch?'

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

'The switch can't be shut off by an accidental brush of the hand, but needs effort, conscious physical action to operate it.' 'Was it the software of the aeroplane that caused the switch to turn off?' 'Was it the hardware of the aeroplane?' 'Was it both software and hardware put together?'

'Trump Will Back India On Pakistan'

'Trump Will Back India On Pakistan'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'Trump will absolutely back New Delhi on its position that Pakistan must do more to crack down on terrorists that threaten India.'

Taijul's 10 wickets fashions Bangladesh's historic win over NZ

Taijul's 10 wickets fashions Bangladesh's historic win over NZ

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

Left-arm spinner Taijul Islam claimed a match haul of 10 wickets to bowl Bangladesh to a comprehensive 150-run victory against New Zealand in the opening Test in Sylhet on Saturday.

'Babar is one of the best; Smith the greatest of our era'

'Babar is one of the best; Smith the greatest of our era'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

Australia batter Usman Khawaja heaped praise on Pakistan skipper Babar Azam by calling him "one of the best batsmen" ahead of the first Test clash between the two cricketing giants.

'Legend Sreejesh will inspire the next generation'

'Legend Sreejesh will inspire the next generation'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

Just-retired India goalkeeper P R Sreejesh is a legend of the game and will inspire the next generation of hockey players in the country, said his India team-mates on Saturday.

Liberation of Balochistan and Sindh must top the agenda

Liberation of Balochistan and Sindh must top the agenda

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Terrorism and insurgency in J&K had subsided when India demolished East Pakistan -- for the simple reason that Pakistan understands power. We need to follow Chanakya's dictum of Saam, Daam, Dand, Bhed for strategising against Pakistan, asserts Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (Retd). The ground truth is that unless we are prepared to acknowledge our shortcomings, including massive intelligence failures, punish those responsible and take corrective actions, we will continue in the same vein, asserts Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (Retd).

Fit-again Shami nears India comeback

Fit-again Shami nears India comeback

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

Late last month in Kolkata, Shami expressed a desire to first play for Bengal before making his return to the national team. He also participated informally in motivational and fitness sessions with state players.

Kane Williamson to lead New Zealand in T20 World Cup

Kane Williamson to lead New Zealand in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

The Kiwis named their 15-player squad for the ninth edition of the 20-over showcase on Monday, with the Black Caps opting for an experienced squad that includes Williamson and fast bowling duo Tim Southee and Trent Boult.

India's Toughest Polling Station

India's Toughest Polling Station

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

Nongriat, in the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, is one of India's most challenging non-motorable polling stations.

WC final was Cummins' best day with the ball: Labuschagne

WC final was Cummins' best day with the ball: Labuschagne

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

Australia batter Marnus Labuschagne said he had "never seen" someone bowl like the way Pat Cummins did during the World Cup final against India, which they won by six wickets for a record-extending sixth title.

Suryakumar captain of ICC T20I Team of the Year

Suryakumar captain of ICC T20I Team of the Year

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

India's batter Yashasvi Jaiswal, spinner Ravi Bishnoi and left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh also feature in ICC T20I Team of the Year for 2023.

'At Some Point War May Be Thrust On You'

'At Some Point War May Be Thrust On You'

Rediff.com14 May 2025

'I'm not accepting the 'any act of terrorism is an act of war' threshold.' 'I don't think this is sustainable because if you do this four or five times in a short duration, it will lose its edge.'

Winning for Dravid: Rohit's pledge before final clash

Winning for Dravid: Rohit's pledge before final clash

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

Sunday could well be Dravid's last day in his office and there won't be a better farewell gift to one of the legends of Indian cricket, who missed that elusive silverware as a player.

How Shami's 'zone' strategy is troubling batters in WC

How Shami's 'zone' strategy is troubling batters in WC

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Shami has said there is nothing extraordinary in his bowling, adding he just focuses on stump-to-stump length

Came to India for the first time, at the right time: Beckham amid Kohli mania

Came to India for the first time, at the right time: Beckham amid Kohli mania

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

In many ways, David Beckham in his pomp was to football what Virat Kohli is to cricket.

Kohli not finished yet: Ganguly on the 'phenomenal' 50

Kohli not finished yet: Ganguly on the 'phenomenal' 50

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

Virat Kohli scaled 'Mount 50' on Wednesday, and former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly had little doubt that the batting star has many more miles to traverse in his career.

Robust demand helps auto retail sales surge 13% in February

Robust demand helps auto retail sales surge 13% in February

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

Automobile retail sales in India rose 13 per cent year on year in February with all the segments, including passenger vehicles and two-wheelers, witnessing robust offtake, dealers' body FADA said on Thursday. Overall retail sales stood at 20,29,541 units last month as compared to 17,94,866 units in the year-ago period. Passenger vehicle sales grew 12 per cent to 3,30,107 units last month as against 2,93,803 units in February 2023.

Pitch consultant was apprised of the change: ICC

Pitch consultant was apprised of the change: ICC

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

After a pitch controversy sullied the atmosphere ahead of the World Cup semifinal between India and New Zealand, the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday clarified that the independent pitch consultant Andy Atkinson was taken into confidence on the change of surface.

'The evil has not left our system yet'

'The evil has not left our system yet'

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

'We don't have a plan for the crisis at all. The uncertainty will continue.'