News for 'Akhtar'

'Akhtar's remarks about Tendulkar, Dravid are ridiculous'

'Akhtar's remarks about Tendulkar, Dravid are ridiculous'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2011

Former Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik has said that he finds retired fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar's controversial remarks in his autobiography "ridiculous".

Salman Parties With Shah Rukh, Aamir

Salman Parties With Shah Rukh, Aamir

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

When Aamir Khan parties, he makes sure the entire film industry parties with him!

Afridi describes Yousuf, Akhtar as 'heckle and jeckle'

Afridi describes Yousuf, Akhtar as 'heckle and jeckle'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2013

A war of words has broken out between three big names of Pakistan cricket with veteran all-rounder Shahid Afridi describing former stars, Muhammad Yousuf and Shoaib Akhtar as 'heckle and jeckle'.

Ananya Gets Ready To Party

Ananya Gets Ready To Party

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

2023 ended on a sweet note with OTT original film, Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, wowing critics and audiences alike. Now, its makers are celebrating it with a success party.

Haider lashes out at Afridi, Akhtar

Haider lashes out at Afridi, Akhtar

Rediff.com8 Oct 2011

Pakistan's controversial stumper, Zulqarnain Haider's return to first-class cricket has been marked with controversy after he lashed out at some seniors including former captain Shahid Afridi and retired pacer Shoaib Akhtar for their comments on Pakistan cricket and PCB.

Inzamam, Moin consider suing Akhtar

Inzamam, Moin consider suing Akhtar

Rediff.com6 Apr 2008

Beleaguered speedster Shoaib Akhtar could face another legal wrangle for reportedly dragging former captains Inzamam-ul-Haq and Moin Khan into match-fixing scandals. Akhtar apparently told a TV show host that both Inzamam and Moin offered him money to under-perform in some matches, an allegation that left Inzamam livid.

Akhtar reported for ball tampering

Akhtar reported for ball tampering

Rediff.com20 May 2003

The Pakistan paceman is alleged to have altered the ball during the tri-series match against New Zealand on Tuesday.\n

Looking At Varun's 'Happy Place'

Looking At Varun's 'Happy Place'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

Aahana-Karisma make new friends... Divya takes a taxi ride... Nia goes bungee-jumping...

'Pakistan Intelligence Have Killed Hundreds Of Baloch'

'Pakistan Intelligence Have Killed Hundreds Of Baloch'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

'If the government sincerely addressed the issue of missing persons, it would alleviate 80% of the grievances in Balochistan.' 'No matter how many development projects Islamabad announces for the region, the people will remain upset as long as their loved ones are missing.'

'I never thought I would...'

'I never thought I would...'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

'I am very happy that I took the decision to direct the film myself.'

Sami replaces Akhtar

Sami replaces Akhtar

Rediff.com13 Feb 2006

The Pakistani fast bowler has been called up to join the squad for the last two one-day internationals against India.

'I told Agastya's mother, 'Your son will be a star'

'I told Agastya's mother, 'Your son will be a star'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Audiences have not seen a hero like Agastya since Rishi Kapoor in Bobby.'

PIX: Farhan Akhtar performs in Manipal

PIX: Farhan Akhtar performs in Manipal

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

Check out the performance.

Top IM terrorist Tehsin Akhtar sent to police custody

Top IM terrorist Tehsin Akhtar sent to police custody

Rediff.com26 Mar 2014

Top Indian Mujahideen operative Tehsin Akhtar alias Monu, one of the alleged masterminds of a string of terror attacks in India, was on Wednesday remanded to police custody till April 2 by a Delhi court.

Akhtar criticised for mocking Pakistan cricket on Indian show

Akhtar criticised for mocking Pakistan cricket on Indian show

Rediff.com3 Mar 2015

Former fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar's remarks mocking the state of affairs in Pakistan on a popular Indian comedy show have evoked angry reactions from ex-players and officials.

Shoaib Akhtar fined for misconduct

Shoaib Akhtar fined for misconduct

Rediff.com8 Aug 2007

The Pakistani fast bowler had left a training camp in Karachi last Saturday without informing the team management.

Farhan Akhtar furious over infidelity reports

Farhan Akhtar furious over infidelity reports

Rediff.com31 May 2011

The article is misleading, says the actor/director

Yunus takes oath as head of interim B'desh; says will rein in conspirators

Yunus takes oath as head of interim B'desh; says will rein in conspirators

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

Yunus, 84, was administered the oath of office by President Mohammed Shahabuddin at a ceremony at the presidential palace 'Bangabhaban'.

''Baloch Are Humiliated As Indian Agents'

''Baloch Are Humiliated As Indian Agents'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

'It has been 14 years since I began living in exile and it's shocking that the situation in Balochistan has only worsened rather than improved.'

'Consequence of...': India reacts to violent protests in PoK

'Consequence of...': India reacts to violent protests in PoK

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Two days ago, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar asserted that Pakistan-occupied Kashmir was, is and will always be part of India.

Ananya, Bhumi Watch The Archies

Ananya, Bhumi Watch The Archies

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

Bollywood's glamorous divas got another excuse to show off their fashion at the grand premiere of Zoya Akhtar's film, The Archies, held at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Mumbai.

Pak launches communication satellite, 2nd in a month, with China's help

Pak launches communication satellite, 2nd in a month, with China's help

Rediff.com31 May 2024

The multi-mission communication satellite, also known as PAKSAT MM1, was launched from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in China's southwestern province of Sichuan, China's state-run Xinhua news agency reported.

Akhtar out for two weeks

Akhtar out for two weeks

Rediff.com22 Jan 2007

Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has been ruled out of action for two weeks with a hamstring injury and will take no further part in the Test series in South Africa, an official said on Monday.

'Ananya Gives It Her 100%'

'Ananya Gives It Her 100%'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

'In anything in life, privilege helps.' 'Privilege means access. Access means connections.' 'Does it help? Of course, it does. In whatever you do.'

Time to protest online only over: Farhan Akhtar on citizenship act

Time to protest online only over: Farhan Akhtar on citizenship act

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

The actor also shared an image that sought to explain the ramifications of the Citizenship Amendment Act and the National Register of Citizen.

Kangana's New Role: 'Mandi Ki Sansad'

Kangana's New Role: 'Mandi Ki Sansad'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

On Tuesday, when trends indicated she was going to win her election, the four-time National Award winner said, 'Heartfelt gratitude to all the people of Mandi for this love and trust... This victory belongs to all of you, this is the victory of your trust in Prime Minister Modi and the BJP, this is the victory of Sanatan and in the honour of Mandi.'

Taliban names Mullah Akhtar Mansour as new leader

Taliban names Mullah Akhtar Mansour as new leader

Rediff.com31 Jul 2015

Mullah Akhtar Mansoor, a top Afghan Taliban leader who backed the peace process and a former aviation minister in the pre-2001 Taliban regime, has been appointed as the new chief of the insurgent group, as Taliban confirmed the death of its longtime supremo Mullah Omar.

Shoaib Akhtar working hard to revive career

Shoaib Akhtar working hard to revive career

Rediff.com13 Aug 2010

Pakistan's discarded fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar is yet to give up hopes of reviving his international career. He was recently seen practicing with the Pakistan 'A' players at Lahore's National Cricket Academy.

Shoaib Akhtar fit to play in decider

Shoaib Akhtar fit to play in decider

Rediff.com22 Sep 2010

Pakistan team manager Yawar Saeed has confirmed that fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar is fit to participate in Wednesday's fifth ODI against England at Rose Bowl in Hampshire.

PIX: Farhan Akhtar's fun shoot with Dabboo Ratnani

PIX: Farhan Akhtar's fun shoot with Dabboo Ratnani

Rediff.com20 Jan 2017

A look at the cool pictures.

Shoaib Akhtar recalled

Shoaib Akhtar recalled

Rediff.com29 Apr 2003

The fast bowler was included in Pakistan's squad for the triangular series in Sri Lanka.\n\n

Younis criticises Akhtar

Younis criticises Akhtar

Rediff.com24 Jun 2003

"He performs to his ability once a year - and then he has the nerve to compare himself with Glenn McGrath," said the former Pakistan captain.\n\n

PIX: Kiran Rao, Anurag Kashyap at Farhan Akhtar's get-together

PIX: Kiran Rao, Anurag Kashyap at Farhan Akhtar's get-together

Rediff.com11 Apr 2015

Checkout the guest list

PCB may not renew Akhtar's contract

PCB may not renew Akhtar's contract

Rediff.com15 Jan 2010

Beleaguered pacer Shoaib Akhtar and some non-performing senior players of the national side are expected to get the axe when the Pakistan Cricket Board announces its new central contract later this week.

Kareena's Most Important Role

Kareena's Most Important Role

Rediff.com6 May 2024

Bollywood stars had quite a busy weekend. Here's looking at what they did.

Maryam's Next Stop: Pakistan PM?

Maryam's Next Stop: Pakistan PM?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

Clearly, her father hopes that a successful tenure in Lahore will give Maryam the ballast to be prime minister after the next general election.

In India, Kejriwal got bail: Imran Khan tells Pak SC

In India, Kejriwal got bail: Imran Khan tells Pak SC

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Jailed former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan has invoked the case of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal getting bail to campaign ahead of India's general elections, as he complained before the Supreme Court about the mistreatment meted to him in jail.

Imran Khan Loses His Bat

Imran Khan Loses His Bat

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

The Election Commission of Pakistan stripped Imran Khan's party, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, of its electoral symbol -- a cricket bat -- on technical grounds on Sunday January 14, 2024.

Olympics Movies That Will Amaze You

Olympics Movies That Will Amaze You

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

Sports films have their own unique charm, but those centered on the Olympics and Olympians stand apart, depicting unparalleled tales of grit, guts, gumption, and glory.

4 Pak cops face action for negligence in suicide attack on Chinese nationals

4 Pak cops face action for negligence in suicide attack on Chinese nationals

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

Prime Minister Shehbaz is himself overseeing the security of the Chinese projects and engineers.