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IPL Retentions: Who Are In, Who Are Out?

IPL Retentions: Who Are In, Who Are Out?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

Ahead of the mini-auction, scheduled to be held in Doha on December 26, the 10 franchises have released their list of retained and released players.

'We Came Out Pretty Well From The Auction'

'We Came Out Pretty Well From The Auction'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

'My message to all the young guns who are joining Mumbai Indians this year is that if you are here, you have that spark, you have that talent, which the scouts have seen.'

14-YO sensation vs Bumrah! Will Suryavanshi stun MI again?

14-YO sensation vs Bumrah! Will Suryavanshi stun MI again?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Rajasthan Royals will face Mumbai Indians in a crucial Indian Premier League match on Thursday, looking to halt the five-time champions' surging momentum.

MCD seals illegal basement coaching centres in Delhi's Preet Vihar

MCD seals illegal basement coaching centres in Delhi's Preet Vihar

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

Delhi Mayor Shelly Oberoi was present at the site as the agency cracked down on illegally run basements of coaching institutes.

Hindu marriage sacrosanct, can't dissolve within a year: HC

Hindu marriage sacrosanct, can't dissolve within a year: HC

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

The Allahabad high court has observed that marriage between two Hindus is sacrosanct and it cannot be dissolved within one year of marriage unless there is exceptional hardship or exceptional depravity as provided under the Hindu Marriage Act.

2 killed, 20 feared swept away in Himachal flash floods

2 killed, 20 feared swept away in Himachal flash floods

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

Two bodies were recovered from the Manuni Khad in Kangra district while around 15-20 workers stationed at a labour colony near the Indira Priyadarshini Hydroelectric project site were feared swept away following a surge in water level in the Khaniyara Manuni Khad.

Cousin In Tears As Mumbai Teen Makes CSK Debut

Cousin In Tears As Mumbai Teen Makes CSK Debut

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Although in the opposition camp, Mhatre was not short of support during his eye-catching knock. His band of cousins were spotted celebrating his boundaries, with one of them driven to tears of joy.

Travel pics: The unparalleled beauty of Himachal

Travel pics: The unparalleled beauty of Himachal

Rediff.com25 Jun 2017

Readers share their travel pics. You can share yours too! #India-Photos

IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians eye play-offs spot in crunch clash with Delhi Capitals

IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians eye play-offs spot in crunch clash with Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com20 May 2025

While MI's win will assure them of a place in the play-offs, Delhi Capitals need to win both their remaining games to advance.

Aamir welcome to popularise generic drugs: Nitish Kumar

Aamir welcome to popularise generic drugs: Nitish Kumar

Rediff.com9 Jul 2012

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday said that Bollywood actor Aamir Khan is welcome in the state to create awareness and popularise generic drugs among people.

No terror angle in Kanpur blast, firecrackers triggered explosion: Police

No terror angle in Kanpur blast, firecrackers triggered explosion: Police

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

A massive explosion in Kanpur's Mishri Bazaar was caused by illegal firecracker storage, not a scooter explosion, police confirm. Terror links have been ruled out, and several arrests have been made.

'UCO Bank's strategy is to raise capital in tranches'

'UCO Bank's strategy is to raise capital in tranches'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

'Raising the entire amount in one go may not be prudent, given the market dynamics.'

IPL PIX: GT edge MI under DLS method, go top of table

IPL PIX: GT edge MI under DLS method, go top of table

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Gujarat Titans (GT) defeated Mumbai Indians (MI) by three wickets under the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method in a dramatic Indian Premier League match at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on Tuesday.

Will Bansal, Kumar be axed? Cong to decide tomorrow

Will Bansal, Kumar be axed? Cong to decide tomorrow

Rediff.com10 May 2013

A meeting of the Congress top brass is scheduled for Saturday evening amid talk that a decision on the removal of Railway Minister Pawan Kumar Bansal and shifting of beleaguered Law Minister Ashwani Kumar is on the cards.

SC quashes chargesheet against former Army officer in rape case

SC quashes chargesheet against former Army officer in rape case

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

The Supreme Court has quashed a chargesheet against a retired Army officer in an alleged rape case, calling it an "abuse of process of law". The court found that the complainant's testimony showed no offense and the FIR deserved to be quashed. The court also noted that the Delhi High Court erred in its decision of not quashing the chargesheet. The complainant, a woman, had filed multiple FIRs against different persons, allegedly blackmailing them for money. The court concluded that the former Army officer was a "victim of an unscrupulous abuser" of law whose modus operandi was to extort money by misusing the rape and molestation laws.

IPL Eliminator: Fumbling Titans face mighty Mumbai Indians

IPL Eliminator: Fumbling Titans face mighty Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com29 May 2025

But in their pursuit of glory, both leaders must find a way to address the issues at hand.

Exports contracts; trade deficit widens to $23 bn

Exports contracts; trade deficit widens to $23 bn

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

eclined for the third month in a row in January, falling by 2.38 per cent year-on-year to $36.43 billion, while the trade deficit widened to $22.99 billion in the month. Imports rose by 10.28 per cent year-on-year to $59.42 billion in January due to an increase gold shipments, according to the Commerce Ministry data. The trade deficit was $21.94 billion in December and $16.55 billion in January last year.

Resignations of Kumar, Bansal won't rock UPA: Shinde

Resignations of Kumar, Bansal won't rock UPA: Shinde

Rediff.com11 May 2013

Union Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde on Saturday said the resignations of Union ministers Ashwani Kumar and Pawan Kumar Bansal would not pose any danger to the United Progressive Alliance government.

'Don't judge Rohit on a couple of low scores': Pollard

'Don't judge Rohit on a couple of low scores': Pollard

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Mumbai Indians batting coach Kieron Pollard has defended Rohit Sharma's recent struggles in IPL 2025, saying the veteran batter should not be judged on a few low scores.

Mumbai Indians counting on batters to fire against RCB

Mumbai Indians counting on batters to fire against RCB

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

Struggling Mumbai Indians will be hoping their batters get their act together and shoulder responsibility when they take on an inspired Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Indian Premier League match in Mumbai on Monday.

CBI doesn't work under govt's pressure: Kumar

CBI doesn't work under govt's pressure: Kumar

Rediff.com27 Apr 2010

Central Bureau of Investigation Director Ashwani Kumar on Monday denied that the premier investigative agency works under pressure from government but said shortage of staff was affecting its performance.

IPL: Can SRH turn the tables on MI at home?

IPL: Can SRH turn the tables on MI at home?

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

The team has won 10 out of their 24 matches while losing 14.

SC to hear woman SP's rape case against IPS officer

SC to hear woman SP's rape case against IPS officer

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

The Supreme Court has postponed the hearing on a plea filed by a Bihar Police woman officer against a Patna High Court order that quashed the FIR against an IPS officer whom she accused of rape on the false promise of marriage. The court asked the woman's lawyer to make certain amendments to the petition before the next hearing in two weeks.

IPL 2025: Meet The Mumbai Indians Squad

IPL 2025: Meet The Mumbai Indians Squad

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

MI staged a coup on Day 1, by winning the bid for Trent Boult, bringing him back into the fold.

MI vs Gujarat Titans in epic IPL battle for play-offs

MI vs Gujarat Titans in epic IPL battle for play-offs

Rediff.com5 May 2025

An in-form Mumbai Indians will be out for revenge having lost to Gujarat Titans earlier in the season.

In-form Mumbai favourites against Punjab in virtual semis

In-form Mumbai favourites against Punjab in virtual semis

Rediff.com31 May 2025

A rampant Mumbai Indians will present a stern test of character for the rattled Punjab Kings in a virtual semi-final when the two teams face-off in Qualifier 2 of the Indian Premier League in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

'It is a crime!': Hardik Pandya, on his no-ball fiasco

'It is a crime!': Hardik Pandya, on his no-ball fiasco

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya classified the no-balls that he and his fellow-bowlers sent down as a "crime" in the aftermath of the three-wicket defeat to Gujarat Titans via the DLS method in a pulsating IPL encounter at the Wankhede stadium on Tuesday.

Clinical Inglis Dashed Mumbai's Top 2 Hopes

Clinical Inglis Dashed Mumbai's Top 2 Hopes

Rediff.com27 May 2025

In a resolute display, Punjab Kings outsmarted Mumbai Indians by seven wickets in a must-win encounter and assured themselves of a top-two finish in the IPL at the Sawai Mansingh stadium, Jaipur, on Monday, May 26, 2025.

State T20 leagues the cradle for emerging IPL talents

State T20 leagues the cradle for emerging IPL talents

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

'These (State T20 Leagues) are really good because you get an opportunity to play and these guys play with the Kookaburra ball, they (get to) play in those special situations.'

Resurgent Mumbai Indians out for revenge against CSK

Resurgent Mumbai Indians out for revenge against CSK

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

Mumbai Indians have the upper hand given their current form despite having lost to CSK in their IPL season-opener in Chepauk.

Rohit faces DC spin test as MI eye winning ways

Rohit faces DC spin test as MI eye winning ways

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

An out of sorts Rohit Sharma will strive to keep himself relevant going forward in the Indian Premier League when he is challenged by Delhi Capitals' effective troika of spinners in Mumbai Indians' next match in Delhi on Sunday.

IPL: Pandya returns as MI search for win vs GT

IPL: Pandya returns as MI search for win vs GT

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Pandya's inclusion obviously adds firepower to batting and he can also open the bowling if necessary.

Can Bumrah tame SRH's explosive batting line-up?

Can Bumrah tame SRH's explosive batting line-up?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

MI will hope Jasprit Bumrah returns to his menacing best, which is essential for them to stop an explosive Sunrisers Hyderabad batting unit in its tracks.

Jayawardene on how winning mindset drives MI in big games

Jayawardene on how winning mindset drives MI in big games

Rediff.com31 May 2025

The winning culture that Mumbai Indians have built over the years with their core group of players does help them perform in high-pressure situations, said head coach Mahela Jayawardene.

India's exports down 1% to $38.01 bn in Dec

India's exports down 1% to $38.01 bn in Dec

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

India's merchandise exports dipped by about one per cent to $38.01 billion in December 2024 against $38.39 billion a year ago, according to government data released on Wednesday. Imports increased by 4.8 per cent to $59.95 billion in December 2024 compared to $57.15 billion in the year-ago month.

Depleted MI face stiff task against spin-heavy CSK

Depleted MI face stiff task against spin-heavy CSK

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

Chennai Super Kings will lean on their formidable spin strength under favourable conditions at the Chepauk as well as recent record against Mumbai Indians sans Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya, when the two sides face each other in their Indian Premier League campaign opener in Chennai on Sunday.

Basement deaths: Bulldozer action in Delhi, heads roll in MCD

Basement deaths: Bulldozer action in Delhi, heads roll in MCD

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

Rau's IAS Study Circle, where the three students were killed on Saturday after its basement was flooded due to rain, has already been sealed by police.

IPL Comeback King: How Shreyas Iyer Silenced Critics

IPL Comeback King: How Shreyas Iyer Silenced Critics

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

In IPL 2025's most intense knockout clash, he produced one of the tournament's finest innings -- an unbeaten 87 that carried Punjab Kings to their first final since 2014.

SC to hear ex-Army officer's plea to quash rape chargesheet on Monday

SC to hear ex-Army officer's plea to quash rape chargesheet on Monday

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

A bench of Justices Sudhanshu Dhulia and Ahsanuddin Amanullah is likely to hear a plea filed by Capt. Rakesh Walia (retired) challenging an order of the Delhi high court which dismissed his petition.

Qualifier 2 PIX: Iyer's 87 stuns MI, PBKS to meet RCB in IPL final

Qualifier 2 PIX: Iyer's 87 stuns MI, PBKS to meet RCB in IPL final

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

IMAGES from the Indian Premier League Qualifier 2 match played between Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians in Ahmedabad, on Sunday.