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Ranji Roundup: Samson hits ton, Delhi reach quarters

Ranji Roundup: Samson hits ton, Delhi reach quarters

Rediff.com19 Nov 2017

A round-up of Ranji matches played on Sunday

Hazare Trophy: Gaikwad, Venkatesh, Taide hit hundreds

Hazare Trophy: Gaikwad, Venkatesh, Taide hit hundreds

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

A summary of Thursday's matches in the Vijay Hazare Trophy limited-overs' tournament.

PM announces repeal of 3 farm laws, but protests yet to be over

PM announces repeal of 3 farm laws, but protests yet to be over

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

He maintained that the laws were for their benefit and then apologised to people of the country, adding that the government could not convince a section of farmers despite its clear heart and clean conscience.

Ranji round-up (Day One): Mumbai, Delhi start well

Ranji round-up (Day One): Mumbai, Delhi start well

Rediff.com10 Nov 2010

A round-up of the first day's action of various Ranji Trophy Super League matches across the country.

China could do a naval blockade in Indian Ocean next

China could do a naval blockade in Indian Ocean next

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

Chances are any such disruption will not occur on the major shipping lanes but on some edge of the ocean between India and China. Even if there is no actual disruption, the costs of averting one can be punitive. The setting for this is provided by the energy shortage both countries face, says Subhomoy Bhattacharjee.

Ill-tempered Kolkata derby ends in a 1-1 draw

Ill-tempered Kolkata derby ends in a 1-1 draw

Rediff.com6 Feb 2011

The eagerly-awaited clash between East Bengal and Mohun Bagan ended in a 1-1 draw at the near-packed Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Sunday.

Ranji Roundup: UP thrash Saurashtra; Pujara flops; Delhi miss bonus points

Ranji Roundup: UP thrash Saurashtra; Pujara flops; Delhi miss bonus points

Rediff.com28 Dec 2019

A round-up of Ranji matches played on Saturday.

Four blocks of Eden named after war veterans

Four blocks of Eden named after war veterans

Rediff.com28 Apr 2017

The name plates of Lieutenant Colonel Dhan Singh Thapa, Colonel N J Nair, Havildar Hangpan Dada and Subedar Joginder Singh were unveiled at a ceremony in Kolkata.

Ranji Roundup: Pujara enters elite list; Tare rescues Mumbai

Ranji Roundup: Pujara enters elite list; Tare rescues Mumbai

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

A round-up of Ranji matches played on Saturday.

Maoists call for 24-hour shutdown in five states

Maoists call for 24-hour shutdown in five states

Rediff.com27 Feb 2010

Maoists have called for a 24-hour shutdown on Saturday in the five states of West Bengal, Jharkhand, Orissa, Bihar and Chhattisgarh to protest the killing of their leader Lalmohan Tudu.

I-League: Venkatesh stars in Pune FC win

I-League: Venkatesh stars in Pune FC win

Rediff.com18 Apr 2011

Pune FC staged a comeback 2-1 victory over title chasers East Bengal in an I-League Round 22 encounter at the Balewadi Sports Complex, in Pune on Monday.

How Pakistan surrendered in 1971

How Pakistan surrendered in 1971

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

'You have been surrounded from all directions, if you want the safety of your troops and your personal safety, we will give you eight hours to make up your mind to surrender.'

India vs New Zealand: A Report Card

India vs New Zealand: A Report Card

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

Before they take the field for the World Test Championship final on Friday, June 18, Rajneesh Gupta takes a look at India-New Zealand Test encounters in the new century.

Tewari shines in drawn match

Tewari shines in drawn match

Rediff.com20 Dec 2005

Manoj Tewari scored his maiden Ranji fifty for Bengal as they settled for a draw against Karnataka

EB, Dempo finish goalless

EB, Dempo finish goalless

Rediff.com24 Feb 2007

They retained their positions at the top of the table in the 11th National Football League.

EB eye first win against Salgaocar

EB eye first win against Salgaocar

Rediff.com28 Oct 2009

The memory of their nightmarish defeat to Mohun Bagan fresh in their minds, East Bengal will take on an upbeat Salgaocar in their round five I-League encounter at Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Salt Lake in Kolkata on Thursday.

The man who unleashed Red Terror on India

The man who unleashed Red Terror on India

Rediff.com28 May 2013

After the death of Mallojula Koteswara Rao alias Kishenji in an encounter in Bengal, many experts believed that the Naxal movement was headed downhill after the demise of their most powerful leader. But the recent daring strike on Congress leaders in Chhattisgarh has jolted security experts out of their reverie and proved that the ultra left-wing movement has found a new leader.

Mamata calls BJP a 'militant organisation', dares it to attack her party

Mamata calls BJP a 'militant organisation', dares it to attack her party

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

Banerjee also alleged that the BJP is manipulating electronic voting machines to increase its vote share.

Jim Corbett Still Lives Here

Jim Corbett Still Lives Here

Rediff.com14 Oct 2021

With his name or without, Jim Corbett continues to live on in his home in Uttarakahand's Kaladunghi and in the jungles he loved.

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

Here's a recap of events that occurred in India in the past 24 hours.

WT20 Indo-Pak tie: Rain threatens to play spoilsport at Eden Gardens

WT20 Indo-Pak tie: Rain threatens to play spoilsport at Eden Gardens

Rediff.com19 Mar 2016

In what could come as a major disappointment for fans across the globe, awaiting the highly anticipated clash between India and Pakistan at the Eden Gardens, the city of Kolkata witnessed rains and drizzle on Saturday morning.

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai trounce Odisha for first win of season

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai trounce Odisha for first win of season

Rediff.com4 Nov 2017

Mumbai registered their first victory of the season, thrashing Odisha by 120 runs in a Ranji Trophy Group 'C' match at KIIT Stadium, in Bhubaneshwar, on Saturday.

1971 War: Living To Fly Another Day

1971 War: Living To Fly Another Day

Rediff.com6 Oct 2021

'You are to train three Bangladeshi pilots to fly this Chetak helicopter. Your task begins now.'

Ranji Roundup: Ishant struggles as Assam snatch a draw

Ranji Roundup: Ishant struggles as Assam snatch a draw

Rediff.com9 Oct 2017

Delhi missed a golden opportunity to register an outright win as Assam managed to sneak home with a point defending a target of 79 in 14 overs during final hour of play, on Monday.

EB, United SC settle for goalless draw

EB, United SC settle for goalless draw

Rediff.com24 Jan 2009

East Bengal and United SC squandered chances galore to settle for a goalless draw in their Round 12 encounter of the final leg of the ONGC I-League at Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Saturday.

Dinda, Vijay to resume Ranji Trophy duties

Dinda, Vijay to resume Ranji Trophy duties

Rediff.com15 Nov 2012

Bengal speedster Ashok Dinda is all set to be released by the Indian team management so that he can join his state team for the third round Ranji Trophy encounter against Gujarat starting from November 17 at Eden Gardens.

Nepal to Bhutan: The DRIVE of a lifetime!

Nepal to Bhutan: The DRIVE of a lifetime!

Rediff.com4 Feb 2020

After a few exciting days in Nepal, a land of alluring stupas, Rediff.com's Rajesh Karkera, on a tri-nation drive, heads east via India into mysterious Bhutan.

VOTE! Like the Life of Pi trailer?

VOTE! Like the Life of Pi trailer?

Rediff.com25 Jul 2012

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Collect facts on Kishenji killing: NHRC asks investigation unit

Collect facts on Kishenji killing: NHRC asks investigation unit

Rediff.com28 Nov 2011

The National Human Rights Commission on Monday asked its investigation unit to collect facts and requisite reports on the killing of Maoist leader Kishenji within six weeks.

The Legend Called Shashi Kapoor

The Legend Called Shashi Kapoor

Rediff.com19 Mar 2022

'Shashiji was a terrific co-star.'

Ranji roundup: Ignored Jadeja makes statement with century

Ranji roundup: Ignored Jadeja makes statement with century

Rediff.com14 Oct 2017

Ravindra Jadeja, who was ignored for the ODI series against New Zealand, made a statement with an unbeaten 150 for Saurashtra on the first day of their Group B match against Jammu and Kashmir in the Ranji Trophy.

Surprising facts about Buttler, Ashwin and Mankading

Surprising facts about Buttler, Ashwin and Mankading

Rediff.com26 Mar 2019

Buttler has been 'Mankaded' twice

From behind bars, a folk hero campaigns

From behind bars, a folk hero campaigns

Rediff.com8 May 2011

In the increasingly bipolar West Bengal, Rediff.com's Sanchari Bhattacharya encounters a different campaign rally in Jhargram -- that of jailed leader of disbanded PCPA and alleged Maoist sympathaiser, Chhatradhar Mahato.

Thakkar leads Mumbai's reply

Thakkar leads Mumbai's reply

Rediff.com3 Dec 2006

Bhavin Thakkar scored an unbeaten 108 as Mumbai cruised to 206 for two in response to Bengal's 578 for seven declared.

What I got when I flew Air India for Rs 169,613

What I got when I flew Air India for Rs 169,613

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

Even a rump Air India could not hope to get away with the shoddy service and scrappy fare for which I paid nearly two lakh, complains Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

I-League: Churchill edge Air India

I-League: Churchill edge Air India

Rediff.com2 Feb 2012

Churchill Brothers secured full points from their 18th round encounter against Air India on Thursday and placed themselves in a position to threaten Dempo SC in the race to the top in the I-League football championship.

Chennai back on top after 11-run win over Kochi

Chennai back on top after 11-run win over Kochi

Rediff.com18 May 2011

Chennai Super Kings' incredible run at home continued as the defending champions defeated Kochi Tuskers Kerala by 11 runs in their penultimate encounter of the Indian Premier League at the Chepauk on Wednesday.

The slain Maoist is Kishenji, 99 per cent: Centre

The slain Maoist is Kishenji, 99 per cent: Centre

Rediff.com24 Nov 2011

The Centre on Thursday said the person killed in an encounter in West Midnapore was most probably top Maoist leader Kishenji and it was awaiting a final confirmation from the West Bengal police about the matter. "Most likely it is Kishenji. The officers on the spot said that it is Kishenji and most likely, 99 per cent it is Kishenji," Union Home Secretary R K Singh told reporters while reacting to reports about the killing of the Maoist leader.

Cricket Buzz: Starc boost for Australia ahead of Ashes

Cricket Buzz: Starc boost for Australia ahead of Ashes

Rediff.com3 Oct 2017

With Pakistan chasing 136 for victory, the 39-year-old left arm spinner showed his class with a match-winning six for 43 in the second innings for a match haul of 11 wickets.

Indian football round-up: Goa outplay Delhi to move into ISL top spot

Indian football round-up: Goa outplay Delhi to move into ISL top spot

Rediff.com16 Dec 2017

I-League: Plaza turns hero as EB pip Churchill 3-2