News for 'Akhtar'

Filmi Family Tree: Know Farhan Akhtar's super successful cousins?

Filmi Family Tree: Know Farhan Akhtar's super successful cousins?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2013

Test your filmi gyaan, right here!

'Why would India want to deliberately lose?'

'Why would India want to deliberately lose?'

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

'It was a great fightback from India. The way Kuldeep played, it was massive. Look at Jasprit Bumrah, look at the fight while defending a small total.'

Spotted: Farhan Akhtar in Bangalore

Spotted: Farhan Akhtar in Bangalore

Rediff.com10 Feb 2009

Reader Kapil Vyas sent us a picture of Farhan Akhtar.

Thank God! I'm in Sachin's team, says Shoaib Akhtar

Thank God! I'm in Sachin's team, says Shoaib Akhtar

Rediff.com7 Nov 2015

Former Pakistani fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar heaved a sigh of relief when he was named in the team of his long-time rival Sachin Tendulkar for an inaugural three-match series in the US and said he's done bowling against the Indian batting legend whom he considers a 'brutal force' and the 'greatest player history has ever seen'.

Benaud to hear Akhtar appeal

Benaud to hear Akhtar appeal

Rediff.com20 Oct 2003

The former Australia captain will hear the Pakistan fast bowler's plea against his one Test and two ODIs ban for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct.

Ready For April's OTT Shows?

Ready For April's OTT Shows?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

So far, only one major series and another original film have been announced for release. Rest are all digital releases of films that have already arrived in theatres.

Pak military gives details of strikes inside Iran

Pak military gives details of strikes inside Iran

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Pakistan military Thursday said it used multiple weapons, including killer drones, to carry out effective strikes against hideouts inside Iran used by militants of two leading Baloch terrorist groups responsible for recent attacks in the country.

PIX: Kareena, Malaika, Jacqueline party with Zoya Akhtar

PIX: Kareena, Malaika, Jacqueline party with Zoya Akhtar

Rediff.com18 Feb 2015

Chekc out the star arrivals.

Jingle Bells! Jingle Bells! Santa's Come

Jingle Bells! Jingle Bells! Santa's Come

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

'Tis that time of the year...

Malik plays down Akhtar's autobiography

Malik plays down Akhtar's autobiography

Rediff.com27 Sep 2011

Preferring to play down the controversy stirred by Shoaib Akhtar's recently released autobiography 'Controversially Yours', in which he has made some tall claims, Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik said, there was no point in giving much importance to the pacer's book.

Malik plays down Akhtar's autobiography

Malik plays down Akhtar's autobiography

Rediff.com27 Sep 2011

Preferring to play down the controversy stirred by Shoaib Akhtar's recently released autobiography 'Controversially Yours', in which he has made some tall claims, Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik said, there was no point in giving much importance to the pacer's book.

What Gift Did Farhan Get From Dad?

What Gift Did Farhan Get From Dad?

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

Javed Akhtar picked son Farhan Akhtar's birthday on January 9 to release his coffee table book, Jadunama.

Shoaib Akhtar gets away with warning

Shoaib Akhtar gets away with warning

Rediff.com8 May 2004

A medical commission report found his injury during the third and final Test against India "inconclusive".

Janhvi Celebrates Diwali In Style

Janhvi Celebrates Diwali In Style

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

The weekend saw its share of Diwali parties, including Maja Ma Producer Amritpal Singh Bindra's party.

Talk less, Akram tells Akhtar

Talk less, Akram tells Akhtar

Rediff.com20 Oct 2003

Pakistan cricket needs India's support, says Shoaib Akhtar

Pakistan cricket needs India's support, says Shoaib Akhtar

Rediff.com9 Sep 2014

Former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar, once a nemesis of many a top Indian batsman, is now ready to offer advice to his arch-rivals saying that Mohammad Shami, Umesh Yadav and Varun Aaron will be key to India's 2015 World Cup defence.

Akhtar ignores PCB notices

Akhtar ignores PCB notices

Rediff.com13 Feb 2008

Temperamental fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has gone on the warpath with the Pakistan Cricket Board insisting he will not respond to any notices sent to him by the PCB over his recent critical statements in the media.

Akhtar, Kaneria to attend disciplinary hearing

Akhtar, Kaneria to attend disciplinary hearing

Rediff.com1 Apr 2008

Shoaib Akhtar and Danish Kaneria will appear before a Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) disciplinary committee on Tuesday to respond to charges of violating the players' code of conduct. The duo were charged with criticising PCB policies following the board's announcement of the new central contracts in January.

Iqbal defends Akhtar's inclusion

Iqbal defends Akhtar's inclusion

Rediff.com30 Nov 2007

Faisal Iqbal, who was included in place of injured skipper Shoaib Malik, rallied behind pacer Shoaib Akhtar, saying his aggression was a plus point for Pakistan.

PCB slaps legal notice on Akhtar

PCB slaps legal notice on Akhtar

Rediff.com3 Apr 2008

Shoaib Akhtar's woes were further compounded on Thursday when the banned pacer was served a legal notice by Pakistan cricket Board chairman Nasim Ashraf for making defamatory statements about him and the PCB.

Shoaib Akhtar hospitalised with chest infection

Shoaib Akhtar hospitalised with chest infection

Rediff.com27 Nov 2007

Shoaib Akhtar, who was running high temperature, was diagnosed with chest infection, team media manager Ehsan Malik said on Tuesday evening.

Ananya Lights Up Manish Malhotra's Diwali Party

Ananya Lights Up Manish Malhotra's Diwali Party

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

The glamorous Diwali parties have started, and Manish Malhotra set the fashion tone right in the beginning.

Akhtar hopeful ban will be revoked

Akhtar hopeful ban will be revoked

Rediff.com14 Apr 2008

Banned fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar still harbours hopes of playing for Pakistan and is keeping himself fit for any call-up to the national side in the future. The maverick pacer was banned for five years by Pakistan Cricket Board on six counts of code of conduct violations and the uproar over the decision prompted the Senate Standing Committee on Sports to hold a hearing with Akhtar in Islamabad on Monday.

'Afghanistan were simply brilliant'

'Afghanistan were simply brilliant'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

'It was a wonderful all-round effort by Afghanistan'

Farhan Akhtar Can Do That!

Farhan Akhtar Can Do That!

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

'I don't get bothered by other shows, hosted by celebrities. The only pressure I feel is to run my own show well, and make sure it is fun and entertaining.' Farhan Akhtar gets ready for television.

Davis Cup: Will India travel to Pakistan? AITA asks Sports Ministry

Davis Cup: Will India travel to Pakistan? AITA asks Sports Ministry

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

The All India Tennis Association (AITA) on Tuesday sought the Sports Ministry's advice on the national team's travel to Pakistan for the Davis Cup World Group 1 Play-off tie against the neighbours at Islamabad in February next year.

Shoaib Akhtar signs with Indian Premier League

Shoaib Akhtar signs with Indian Premier League

Rediff.com14 Oct 2007

The suspended Pakistan fast bowler said he signed with the IPL after receiving permission from the PCB.

Brook wins top prize at Cricket Writers' Club Awards

Brook wins top prize at Cricket Writers' Club Awards

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Somerset wicket-keeper James Rew, 19, won the Young Cricketer of the Year having scored more than 1,000 runs in Division One of the County Championship.

Pak EC panel probe into poll rigging allegations over

Pak EC panel probe into poll rigging allegations over

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

On Sunday, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) formed the committee to probe the explosive allegations levelled by former Rawalpindi Commissioner Liaquat Ali Chattha that widespread rigging aided by the judiciary and the top election body took place against jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's party in the garrison city of Rawalpindi.

Narrow escape for Mehbooba Mufti as her car meets with accident

Narrow escape for Mehbooba Mufti as her car meets with accident

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Mufti's daughter Iltija Mufti, who is also the media advisor to the PDP president, confirmed that her mother is safe.

Shah Rukh Khan Has Two Words For Suhana: 'Too elegant'

Shah Rukh Khan Has Two Words For Suhana: 'Too elegant'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Count on Shah Rukh and Gauri Khan's daughter to do party, casual and festive dressing right.

Pak PM bans New Year celebrations, here's why

Pak PM bans New Year celebrations, here's why

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

Pakistan caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar on Thursday announced a ban on the New Year celebration in the country to express solidarity with the People in Gaza.

Shoaib Akhtar again caught on camera tampering

Shoaib Akhtar again caught on camera tampering

Rediff.com23 Sep 2010

Pakistan cricket was embroiled in another controversy after pacer Shoaib Akhtar was caught on camera tampering with the ball during England's Rose Bowl win on Wednesday.

Agastya Won't Play Laxman To Ranbir's Ram

Agastya Won't Play Laxman To Ranbir's Ram

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

'At this stage of his career, he can hardly afford to play second fiddle to another actor.'

White Sheet For Imran, Bushra

White Sheet For Imran, Bushra

Rediff.com16 May 2023

Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi appeared in the Lahore high court for protective bail.

Looking forward to duel with Tendulkar: Akhtar

Looking forward to duel with Tendulkar: Akhtar

Rediff.com13 Feb 2011

Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar has lot of reasons to look forward to the upcoming World Cup, having missed the previous edition due to a doping ban, and one of them is the possibility of a duel with Indian batting icon Sachin Tendulkar.

Shoaib Akhtar to skip dope test

Shoaib Akhtar to skip dope test

Rediff.com15 Feb 2007

The Pakistan bowler is in England and will miss the PCB dope test to be held in Lahore on Friday.

Akhtar in Pakistan World Cup squad

Akhtar in Pakistan World Cup squad

Rediff.com13 Feb 2007

Pakistan included injured fast bowlers Shoaib Akhtar and Umar Gul in their 15-man squad for next month's World Cup.

Who Looks Best In Made In Heaven 2? VOTE!

Who Looks Best In Made In Heaven 2? VOTE!

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

The Web series sees 10 gorgeous brides and grooms get ready for their big day, and make it look so spectacular and fashionable!

Shoaib Akhtar available for Asia-Africa series

Shoaib Akhtar available for Asia-Africa series

Rediff.com16 May 2007

The Pakistan fast bowler said he's fit and training hard.