News for 'Amir'

Intelligence officials deployed at Kasab's home

Intelligence officials deployed at Kasab's home

Rediff.com13 Dec 2008

A large number of operatives of intelligence agencies were present in Faridkot and ouside the house of Ajmal Amir Iman alias Kasab, the lone gunman captured for the Mumbai terror attacks, according to a report aired by Geo News channel on Saturday.It said a man named Ghafoor is currently living in Amir Kasab's home and the current whereabouts of Kasab's parents were unknown.

Sri Lanka says pitch-fixing allegations hard to believe

Sri Lanka says pitch-fixing allegations hard to believe

Rediff.com29 May 2018

Sri Lanka's top cricket administrators say it is difficult to believe allegations of pitch-fixing in a 2016 Test match against Australia which have triggered a probe by the International Cricket Council.

Delhi HC blast case: Accused willing to turn approver

Delhi HC blast case: Accused willing to turn approver

Rediff.com18 Apr 2012

A key accused in the terror attack at the Delhi high court reception is willing to turn approver and has sought the trial court's permission for it.

3 Ways to Look Like Aamir Khan in Dhoom 3

3 Ways to Look Like Aamir Khan in Dhoom 3

Rediff.com3 Jun 2014

We say take her out for coffee. Nothing too formal, just along with a couple of friends and while you are paying, flaunt your Dhoom 3 wallet! There is a plethora of amazing wallets from Dhoom 3 merchandise.

'Lord's Test against Pak last year looked clean'

'Lord's Test against Pak last year looked clean'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2011

The legitimacy of Australia's victory over Pakistan at Lord's Test last year may be in question but Simon Katich and Shane Watson said they never suspected any wrongdoing in that match.

Sarfraz's dropped catches cost Sri Lanka the match?

Sarfraz's dropped catches cost Sri Lanka the match?

Rediff.com13 Jun 2017

Sri Lanka captain Angelo Mathews blamed his butterfingered fielders for the three-wicket loss against Pakistan which ended their campaign at the ICC Champions Trophy in Cardiff on Monday.

Spot-fixing: Butt appeals against jail sentence

Spot-fixing: Butt appeals against jail sentence

Rediff.com9 Nov 2011

Jailed Pakistani cricketer Salman Butt has filed an appeal against his 30-month sentence, a media report has claimed.

It's shameful for Pakistan cricket: Imran Khan

It's shameful for Pakistan cricket: Imran Khan

Rediff.com3 Nov 2011

Saddened by the sentencing of three Pakistani cricketers in the spot-fixing scam, legendary former captain Imran Khan has said it is a shameful episode for the game in the country but he felt sorry for young pacer Mohammad Amir.

Criticise but don't abuse: Sarfaraz's reaction after 'pig' jibe at mall

Criticise but don't abuse: Sarfaraz's reaction after 'pig' jibe at mall

Rediff.com26 Jun 2019

Sarfaraz is not the only Pakistani cricketer to have expressed his displeasure over the abuses. Earlier, Shoaib Malik and Mohammed Amir too had urged the fans not to indulge in personal attacks.

Vijay Diwas: PM lights 'Swarnim Vijay Mashaal' at National War Memorial

Vijay Diwas: PM lights 'Swarnim Vijay Mashaal' at National War Memorial

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lit the 'Swarnim Vijay Mashaal' at the National War Memorial on Wednesday to mark the 50th-anniversary of the 1971 India-Pakistan war.

Will these young guns leave a mark at WT20?

Will these young guns leave a mark at WT20?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2016

The tournament-proper of the World T20 gets underway on Tuesday, March 15, with hosts India taking on New Zealand in Nagpur. Ahead of the tournament, here are five players who may not be counted among the big names just yet, but could prove match-winners on their day.

Rampaul hits highest ODI score by No 10

Rampaul hits highest ODI score by No 10

Rediff.com2 Dec 2011

West Indies' Ravi Rampaul created a new world record for the highest score by a No 10 batsman in history of ODIs when he struck a magnificent unbeaten 86 against India in the second ODI.

3rd Test: Bairstow, Moeen put England in control vs Pak

3rd Test: Bairstow, Moeen put England in control vs Pak

Rediff.com6 Aug 2016

Jonny Bairstow and Moeen Ali shared an unbroken partnership of 132 to lift England to 414 for five and a lead of 311 runs over Pakistan on the fourth day of the third test at Edgbaston on Saturday. Bairstow was unbeaten on 82 and Moeen 60 not out at the close with England in a good position to take a 2-1 lead in the four-match series if they can bowl out the touring side on the final day.

Spot-fixing: UK court dismisses Pak trio's appeal

Spot-fixing: UK court dismisses Pak trio's appeal

Rediff.com21 Jul 2011

The Crown Court in London has dismissed the appeal of banned Pakistan cricketers Salman Butt, Mohammad Asif and Mohammad Amir to dismiss their corruption case in a preliminary hearing.

DRS controversy clouds rain-affected Day 1 of NZ vs Pak Test

DRS controversy clouds rain-affected Day 1 of NZ vs Pak Test

Rediff.com25 Nov 2016

New Zealand, put into bat on a green wicket by Pakistan's stand-in skipper Azhar Ali, were 77 for two when the umpires ended the day's play just before 4:30 p.m. local time after light rain had forced the players off before lunch.

ED files chargesheet against Hizbul chief, others

ED files chargesheet against Hizbul chief, others

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

The prosecution complaint, ED's equivalent to chargesheet, has urged the court for confiscating attached assets totalling to Rs 1.22 crore in the case, besides other punishment under Prevention of Money Laundering Act.

The Spot-fixing saga: Four villains and a hero

The Spot-fixing saga: Four villains and a hero

Rediff.com3 Nov 2011

It was a moment that not only disgraced Pakistan cricket but the game of cricket overall. And, Salman Butt, Mohammad Asif and Mohammad Amir were convicted and sent to jail for their role in the spot-fixing saga.

Little sympathy in Pakistan for disgraced cricketers

Little sympathy in Pakistan for disgraced cricketers

Rediff.com2 Nov 2011

Pakistanis were not as forgiving, saying the fiasco has hurt the South Asian country, already tainted by widespread allegations of government corruption, where cricket is a way of life and to many an expression of national identity.

Pakistan players have plans for 'special' celebration against India?

Pakistan players have plans for 'special' celebration against India?

Rediff.com11 Jun 2019

Ali rebutted reports that Prime Minister Imran Khan instructed the players to avoid celebrations in the match against India at Manchester.

US Is Back In Business In Afghanistan

US Is Back In Business In Afghanistan

Rediff.com13 Oct 2021

Russia and China are tight-fisted and Iran is broke and none of them has the political will or capacity to bankroll the Afghan economy, which only the US can, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Rahul and Rohit looking to consolidate opening balance

Rahul and Rohit looking to consolidate opening balance

Rediff.com18 Jun 2019

Rohit allowed Rahul to take first strike, which he normally does when Dhawan is around.

Oh, the joyriding you can do!

Oh, the joyriding you can do!

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

Two wheels and an open road. Biking during Coronavirus Days.

WATCH! Kohli speaks on India-Pakistan frenzy

WATCH! Kohli speaks on India-Pakistan frenzy

Rediff.com15 Jun 2019

Win or lose, tournament won't end with Sunday's game: Kohli on World Cup clash with Pakistan

This Pak-born fan gets match tickets from Dhoni

This Pak-born fan gets match tickets from Dhoni

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

The bond between Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Karachi-born Mohammad Bashir aka 'Chacha Chicago' blossomed during the 2011 World Cup semi-final between India and Pakistan and has only grown stronger since then. Such is the attachment that Bashir has flown to Manchester from Chicago (approximately 6000 kms) for Sunday's high-octane Indo-Pak contest without a match ticket.

For Taliban, US is Important

For Taliban, US is Important

Rediff.com9 Oct 2021

The Taliban knows that Washington holds the key, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Delhi HC blast: 800 of India's finest on the case

Delhi HC blast: 800 of India's finest on the case

Rediff.com15 Sep 2011

Of the several National Investigation Agency teams camping in different states in India, it was the team in Jammu

Plane carrying 189 people crashes off Indonesia; no sign of survivors

Plane carrying 189 people crashes off Indonesia; no sign of survivors

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

Flight JT-610, carrying 189 people, was on a scheduled flight from the Indonesian capital to Pangkal Pinang, the main city in the Bangka Belitung Islands.

Biden Checkmates China in Kabul

Biden Checkmates China in Kabul

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

Beijing's growing assertiveness as kingmaker in Kabul has suffered a setback with Washington quietly moving in, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

PHOTOS: Pakistan make careless England suffer at Lord's

PHOTOS: Pakistan make careless England suffer at Lord's

Rediff.com25 May 2018

Pakistan dominated the first day of the opening Test after bowling out England for 184 and battling to 50 for one in overcast conditions at Lord's in London on Thursday.

PHOTOS: India destroy Pakistan in Champions Trophy opener

PHOTOS: India destroy Pakistan in Champions Trophy opener

Rediff.com5 Jun 2017

India launched their campaign in the Champions Trophy with a resounding 124-run victory over Pakistan, in Birmingham on Sunday, extending their dominance over the arch-rivals in major International Cricket Council tournaments.

British boxer Khan donates 30,000 pounds shorts to Peshawar school

British boxer Khan donates 30,000 pounds shorts to Peshawar school

Rediff.com19 Dec 2014

Boxer Amir Khan will donate a pair of 30,000 pounds ($47,007) shorts to the Peshawar school in Pakistan where 132 children were killed by Taliban gunmen earlier this week.

REWIND: The week gone by

REWIND: The week gone by

Rediff.com15 Jun 2020

Anti-racism protests across the United States, the funeral procession of George Floyd in Houston, a defaced statue of King Leopold II in Brussels, unlocking of restrictions in Mumbai and much more. Scroll for the top moments from the week gone by.

PHOTOS: Smith lights up day-night Test at the Gabba

PHOTOS: Smith lights up day-night Test at the Gabba

Rediff.com15 Dec 2016

Images from Day 1 of the first Test between Australia and Pakistan, in Brisbane, on Thursday.

'Bold' Pakistan call up rookie speedsters for Australia tour

'Bold' Pakistan call up rookie speedsters for Australia tour

Rediff.com21 Oct 2019

Azhar was named Test captain this month in place of Sarfaraz Ahmed whose spot as wicketkeeper has been taken by Mohammad Rizwan.

PCB suspends central contract of tainted trio

PCB suspends central contract of tainted trio

Rediff.com3 Nov 2010

Pakistan's disgraced trio of Salman Butt, Mohammed Amir and Mohammed Asif have had their central contracts suspended by the Pakistan Cricket Board.

ICC uphold spot-fixing suspensions on Pak duo

ICC uphold spot-fixing suspensions on Pak duo

Rediff.com31 Oct 2010

Pakistani cricketers Salman Butt and Mohammad Amir had their provisional suspensions over allegations of spot-fixing upheld by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Sunday.

Love triumphs. IAS topper Tina Dabi marries Kashmiri batchmate

Love triumphs. IAS topper Tina Dabi marries Kashmiri batchmate

Rediff.com10 Apr 2018

The two met during a training in Mussorie and it was love at first sight.

Pakistan's tainted trio charged by ICC

Pakistan's tainted trio charged by ICC

Rediff.com3 Sep 2010

The International Cricket Council (ICC) charged Pakistan's Salman Butt, Mohammad Asif and Mohammad Amir under its anti-corruption code, cricket's ruling body said on Thursday.

Pakistan trio to meet Commissioner

Pakistan trio to meet Commissioner

Rediff.com2 Sep 2010

Pakistan Test captain Salman Butt and pace bowlers Mohammad Amir and Mohammad Asif will meet their country's High Commissioner later on Thursday to discuss corruption allegations levelled against the team.

Trump presents PM Modi with US honour 'Legion Of Merit'

Trump presents PM Modi with US honour 'Legion Of Merit'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2020

US President Trump "presented the Legion of Merit to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his leadership in elevating the US-India strategic partnership," O'Brien said in a tweet.