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Babar forced out: Miandad, Akhtar furious at PCB

Babar forced out: Miandad, Akhtar furious at PCB

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

'There was no need to remove Babar from the captaincy. They have acted in haste'

RATE: Modi 2.0's first Budget

RATE: Modi 2.0's first Budget

Rediff.com5 Jul 2019

How do you feel about Modi 2.0's first Budget? Does it meet your expectations? Or do you feel let down?

As car sales skid, auto part makers are also in the slow lane

As car sales skid, auto part makers are also in the slow lane

Rediff.com26 Dec 2018

Issues like high insurance cost and the announced price hike effective January could also weigh on sales in 2019. The only bright spot is the softening seen in fuel prices over the past month.

Master Kohli paints 'perfect picture' to eclipse Tendulkar

Master Kohli paints 'perfect picture' to eclipse Tendulkar

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

Virat Kohli said he had painted the perfect picture after confirming his place as cricket's modern-day master batsman with a record 50th ODI hundred.

Cricket's 2023 Rewind: Olympics to IPL's billion-dollar deals

Cricket's 2023 Rewind: Olympics to IPL's billion-dollar deals

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Franchise is the future but Australia rule the here and now

'Travelled 6 countries, crossed sea, jungle to reach US'

'Travelled 6 countries, crossed sea, jungle to reach US'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Over 100 Indian immigrants, including 33 each from Haryana and Gujarat, 30 from Punjab, and several from other states, were deported from the US after undertaking perilous journeys filled with extortion and hardship. The returnees landed in Amritsar in a US military plane and are now back home, facing huge debts and emotional trauma. Many of them were lured by promises of a better life in the US but fell victim to human trafficking and extortion rings. The families of the deportees are demanding strict action against the travel agents who facilitated their illegal journeys.

Yuvraj may not be seen again in a blue jersey

Yuvraj may not be seen again in a blue jersey

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

Yuvraj last played a Test in 2012 and ODI and T20 in 2017.

Pradeep Kumar Rawat appointed as India's new envoy to China

Pradeep Kumar Rawat appointed as India's new envoy to China

Rediff.com20 Dec 2021

Rawat, an Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer of the 1990 batch and regarded as a China expert, will succeed Vikram Misri.

Boult already plotting 'red-hot' India ambush in semis

Boult already plotting 'red-hot' India ambush in semis

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Current calculations point to a World Cup semi-final between India and New Zealand in Mumbai, and pacer Trent Boult expressed hope that the aggressive approach of Rohit Sharma's side will give the Kiwis a chance to snap the hosts' red-hot run.

What Trumps did on Day 2 of India visit

What Trumps did on Day 2 of India visit

Rediff.com26 Feb 2020

Spectacle turned to substance on Day 2 of United States President Donald Trump's visit as he had talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the nation's capital. After a day of lapping up attention from cheering crowds and taking in India's most famous sites, including the Taj Mahal, Trump lay the groundwork for longer-term deals on trade and other matters. Take a look.

Maxwell back in Australia ODI squad as cover for Finch

Maxwell back in Australia ODI squad as cover for Finch

Rediff.com25 Jan 2018

Batsman Glenn Maxwell has been recalled to Australian's squad as cover for Aaron Finch, who was ruled out of Friday's fourth One-day international against England in Adelaide with a hamstring injury.

Tendulkar, Ganguly laud Kuldeep's 'trick' at Eden

Tendulkar, Ganguly laud Kuldeep's 'trick' at Eden

Rediff.com22 Sep 2017

Sachin Tendulkar and Sourav Ganguly led the applause for Kuldeep Yadav after his match-winning hat-trick against Australia in the second One-Day International at the Eden Gardens, in Kolkata, on Thursday.

Kotak Bank barred from onboarding customers online, issuing fresh credit cards

Kotak Bank barred from onboarding customers online, issuing fresh credit cards

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

Cracking down on repeated non-compliance of IT norms, the RBI on Wednesday barred Kotak Mahindra Bank from onboarding new customers through its online and mobile banking channels and issuing fresh credit cards with immediate effect after the regulator found "serious deficiencies" in the lender's IT risk management. These actions, the RBI said, are necessitated based on significant concerns arising out of Reserve Bank's IT examination of the bank for the years 2022 and 2023 and the continued failure on part of the bank to address these concerns in a comprehensive and timely manner.

'No Intention Of A Takeover in British Telecom'

'No Intention Of A Takeover in British Telecom'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

'We operate in 16 countries already, and therefore adding the UK to it, and beginning a chapter in the European continent is the next step.'

Why is Sri Lanka wearing black armbands vs India

Why is Sri Lanka wearing black armbands vs India

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

Sri Lanka players wear black armbands in memory of legendary 'Uncle' Percy during World Cup game against India

Delhi girl 'abducted, gang-raped' in Mathura

Delhi girl 'abducted, gang-raped' in Mathura

Rediff.com7 Nov 2013

A 20-year-old girl has alleged she was abducted and gang-raped by five persons, police said on Wednesday.

Australia's World Cup turnaround secrets revealed

Australia's World Cup turnaround secrets revealed

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

Pat Cummins on Wednesday said the five-time champions were slowly coming to their groove

South Africa ready to rectify record against Bangladesh

South Africa ready to rectify record against Bangladesh

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

Markram added that Heinrich Klaasen, who scored a blistering 109 from 67 balls in the win over England, was working hard to be back up to speed after looking spent while batting in hot and humid conditions in Mumbai.

India, US to revamp energy ties

India, US to revamp energy ties

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

India and the United States have agreed to revamp their strategic energy partnership with a greater focus on cleaner energy sectors, an official statement said. Oil Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Monday held an "introductory meeting" with US Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm. The two leaders reviewed the India-US Strategic Energy Cooperation (SEP). The two nations will intensify efforts to take advantage of advanced US technologies and India's rapidly growing energy market, the statement said.

'Hope you're watching everything Sai Baba'

'Hope you're watching everything Sai Baba'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

'Maybe you can fool me, but God is watching you, mind that.'

PHOTOS: Bonjour Mr President! Hollande's India visit

PHOTOS: Bonjour Mr President! Hollande's India visit

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

Here are some best moments from Hollande's visit.

Rohit's attacking batting, captaincy shows India's intent: Hussain

Rohit's attacking batting, captaincy shows India's intent: Hussain

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

Hussain also lavished praise on Kohli after the maestro recorded his 48th ODI hundred in the seven-wicket win against Bangladesh.

Absence of senior players a big miss: Shakib al Hasan

Absence of senior players a big miss: Shakib al Hasan

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan on Wednesday rued the absence of experienced players like Liton Das, but said they have enough quality in their ranks to paper over their unavailability in the Asia 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.

Defence Is Key To India US Relationship

Defence Is Key To India US Relationship

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

The China threat continues to resonate in the strategic partnership between India and the USA, points out Rup Narayan Das.

'A feat for generations': Modi hails hockey heroes

'A feat for generations': Modi hails hockey heroes

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian men's hockey team for securing the bronze medal at the ongoing Paris Olympics on Thursday.

Gang rape survivor made to wait for 12 hrs in police van

Gang rape survivor made to wait for 12 hrs in police van

Rediff.com21 Jan 2023

The 37-year-old woman was taken in a police van to Anandapur sub-divisional hospital on Thursday morning where doctors refused to undertake her medical examination as the place of occurrence of the crime was under Salania Community Health Centre (CHC) area.

Rathour says no change in batting order despite Iyer failure

Rathour says no change in batting order despite Iyer failure

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

Both Kishan and Iyer would be fired up to perform after not getting a run against Australia.

WATCH: Bangladesh players practice in smog-hit Delhi

WATCH: Bangladesh players practice in smog-hit Delhi

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

With the skies over Delhi clouded with smog, many cast worried eyes on the fate of the first India-Bangladesh Twenty20 International scheduled at the Arun Jaitley stadium on Sunday.

Record 5.4 lakh vehicles sold during Navratri: FADA

Record 5.4 lakh vehicles sold during Navratri: FADA

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

Vehicle retail sales in the country rose 57 per cent during the Navratri festival this year, clocking a record sales of nearly 5.4 lakh units, Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations said on Monday. Total vehicle retail sales between September 26 and October 5, 2022, stood at 539,227 units compared to 342,459 units sold during Navratri last year, FADA said in a statement. The sales registered this year were also a record, bettering the previous best of 4,66,128 units in Navratri of 2019, it added.

Cummins' 'Sweetest Moment'...

Cummins' 'Sweetest Moment'...

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

'To walk out for the toss and just see 130,000 blue Indian shirts, it's an experience you'll never forget.'

It's That Man Head Again!

It's That Man Head Again!

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

This wasn't the first time the 29 year old delivered a match-winning knock on the global stage. Five months ago, he secured victory for Australia in the World Test Championship final against India at The Oval with a rapid 163.

Kohli or Tendulkar: Who Reigns Supreme in ODIs?

Kohli or Tendulkar: Who Reigns Supreme in ODIs?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

While others have faded somewhat recently, Kohli has been burning brightly, and pulling ahead of his peers.

The story behind Priyanka's showstopping lehenga

The story behind Priyanka's showstopping lehenga

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

Priyanka Chopra made a gorgeous bride in silver at the Delhi reception.

Glad we got the job done, there was pressure on us, admits a relieved Rohit

Glad we got the job done, there was pressure on us, admits a relieved Rohit

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

Despite the glossiness of their victory over New Zealand, Indian captain Rohit Sharma was candid enough to admit that the team felt a few strands of pressure going into the World Cup semifinal in Mumbai on Wednesday.

World Cup 2023: Schedule

World Cup 2023: Schedule

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

Check out the full schedule of the 2023 World Cup and the format for the 10 team tournament.

How India Have Fared In World Cup Finals

How India Have Fared In World Cup Finals

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

Out of six finals played, India have won three World titles, including two ODI World Cups (1983 and 2011) and one T20 World Cup in 2007.

Aus Open: Cilic defeats Verdasco in late night thriller

Aus Open: Cilic defeats Verdasco in late night thriller

Rediff.com18 Jan 2019

Beaten by Roger Federer in last year's final, Cilic was pushed to the brink by Spanish veteran Verdasco who had the Croat on the ropes in the fourth set tiebreak.

El Nino Clouds Hover Over August Rainfall

El Nino Clouds Hover Over August Rainfall

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

The El Nino impact on the Indian monsoon typically manifests by way of extended break in rainfall.

Crisis-hit Sri Lanka lifts state of emergency after 2 weeks

Crisis-hit Sri Lanka lifts state of emergency after 2 weeks

Rediff.com21 May 2022

Embattled Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had declared a state of emergency with effect from May 6 midnight, the second time in just over a month amidst growing countrywide anti-government protests over the economic crisis.