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Ramdin on why world champs West Indies suffering in T20s

Ramdin on why world champs West Indies suffering in T20s

Rediff.com10 Nov 2018

Barring two ODIs, the Caribbean side was easily crushed by the hosts, who won the Test, the ODI and the Twenty20 series with ease.

Jaitley denies meeting Mallya, says his claims are 'factually false'

Jaitley denies meeting Mallya, says his claims are 'factually false'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2018

"Since 2014, I have never given him any appointment to meet me and the question of his having met me does not arise," Finance Minister Jaitley said in a Facebook post.

'Rohit shouldn't make the mistakes I made when promoted to open'

'Rohit shouldn't make the mistakes I made when promoted to open'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2019

A change in technique after being asked to open had a negative impact on his performance during his playing days. No wonder VVS Laxman wants Rohit Sharma to stick to his natural game in his new role during the South Africa Test series.

Is Kejriwal India's Kim Jong-un? Congress believes so

Is Kejriwal India's Kim Jong-un? Congress believes so

Rediff.com3 Jul 2015

Slamming the Aam Aadmi Party government for drawing up a whopping Rs 526 crore advertisement budget, Congress leader Ajay Kumar on Friday compared Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to a "North Korean dictator who is into self-publicity".

'Lara, Jayasuriya can vouch for security of cricketers in Pak'

'Lara, Jayasuriya can vouch for security of cricketers in Pak'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2017

PCB lashes out at FICA for terming Pakistan unsafe

'Why the obsession with foreign coaches?'

'Why the obsession with foreign coaches?'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2018

Indian boxing's national observer Akhil Kumar sees nothing wrong in leaving out national chief coaches from the Commonwealth Games contingent but what irks him is the higher pay and greater importance given to the foreigners in the support staff.

My week as a COVID-19 patient

My week as a COVID-19 patient

Rediff.com30 Apr 2020

Kunal Patil, a photojournalist based in Mumbai, who was treated to Sri H N Reliance Foundation Hospital after he tested positive for the dreaded virus, says he feels fortunate to come out of this nightmare.

I have learnt a lot from Dhoni, says West Indies captain

I have learnt a lot from Dhoni, says West Indies captain

Rediff.com5 Mar 2015

West Indies cricket team's young captain Jason Holder said that he has picked up subtle nuances of leadership from Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

Achhe din aane waale hain, quips a victorious Sajjad Lone

Achhe din aane waale hain, quips a victorious Sajjad Lone

Rediff.com23 Dec 2014

Lone had put up at his home in the border town, where the counting centre for the constituency was set-up. After he was declared winner, thousands of people took him in a procession to Boen Bagh (Chinar Garden) of Handwara where he made his first speech after becoming MLA.

Former student leader Alka Lamba quits Congress, may join AAP

Former student leader Alka Lamba quits Congress, may join AAP

Rediff.com26 Dec 2013

Former National Students Union of India President Alka Lamba has quit the Congress and could be joining the Aam Aadmi Party, a development that the ruling party sought to downplay saying it was long that she held any post in the party or was fielded in any election.

Complete list of Sports Illustrated's 'Sportsperson of the Year' winners

Complete list of Sports Illustrated's 'Sportsperson of the Year' winners

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

Following is a list of winners of the Sportsperson of the Year award by Sports Illustrated magazine.

Saffron surge stuns TMC on Mamata's home turf

Saffron surge stuns TMC on Mamata's home turf

Rediff.com24 May 2019

BJP won 18 of the seats while the TMC won 22 of the seats.

Will give opinion only if BCCI asks for it: Kohli on new coach

Will give opinion only if BCCI asks for it: Kohli on new coach

Rediff.com30 Jun 2017

India captain Virat Kohli on Thursday made it clear that he will give his views on the new coach only if his opinion is sought by the Board of Control for Cricket in India.

Red card could spell end for erratic David Luiz

Red card could spell end for erratic David Luiz

Rediff.com14 Nov 2015

The international future of David Luiz looked to be in question after a poor performance and a needless sending off left coach Dunga fuming at his irresponsibility in Brazil's 1-1 draw against Argentina on Friday. Luiz was booked after 86 minutes for throwing an elbow and he was lucky not to get sent off for the rash intervention.

'Ahmed Bhai was less of a Muslim and more of a Gujarati'

'Ahmed Bhai was less of a Muslim and more of a Gujarati'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2020

'He always avoided eating non-vegetarian food in presence of his deputies if they were fasting for the month of Shravan.' 'There were no Hindu, Jain, Parsi and Swaminarayan festivals he would forget.' 'He was a conservative Muslim and therefore could get along well with conservative Hindus.'

China says no info on missing Sukhoi fighter jet, search ops still on

China says no info on missing Sukhoi fighter jet, search ops still on

Rediff.com24 May 2017

The fighter plane has been untraceable since Tuesday.

I don't play for selection: Gambhir

I don't play for selection: Gambhir

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

Out-of-favour India opener Gautam Gambhir feels spinners will decide the fate of the upcoming three-match Test series between India and New Zealand, starting in Kanpur on September 22.

Shai proud to breathe fresh Hope into Windies cricket

Shai proud to breathe fresh Hope into Windies cricket

Rediff.com30 Aug 2017

After being widely condemned for their lame capitulation at Edgbaston in the first Test, suggesting a once-dominant team had hit rock bottom, this unlikely comeback was a stirring response.

Review: Kohinoor is exhausting

Review: Kohinoor is exhausting

Rediff.com28 Sep 2015

Kohinoor lacks the sparkle, feels Paresh C Palicha.

How Pakistan banished Indian scribes from SAARC venue

How Pakistan banished Indian scribes from SAARC venue

Rediff.com7 Aug 2016

Indian journalists, who went to cover the SAARC Home Ministers' conference in Islamabad, had to face hostile Pakistani officials.

2 more 'significant arrests' made in UK terror attack case

2 more 'significant arrests' made in UK terror attack case

Rediff.com24 Mar 2017

Metropolitan Police Acting Deputy Commissioner and Head of Counter Terrorism Mark Rowley said in a statement that a total of nine persons remain in custody and one woman has been released on bail.

Bansal pay issue: Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw appeals for a closure

Bansal pay issue: Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw appeals for a closure

Rediff.com11 Dec 2017

The settlement with Sebi was seen as Infosys admitting guilt of the lapse, clearing out any legal or regulatory challenges and preparing ground for new chief executive officer Salil Parekh.

No problems whatsoever: Kohli on alleged rift with Kumble

No problems whatsoever: Kohli on alleged rift with Kumble

Rediff.com3 Jun 2017

'It's been really good. The whole journey has been good' 'Agreements and disagreements happen. I would not comment on things that I am not fully aware of. I would not speculate'

I am at peace with my decision to retire: Bindra

I am at peace with my decision to retire: Bindra

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

Abhinav Bindra's body language belied any emotions whatsoever on what was the final day of an illustrious career as he made it clear that he was done with aiming bull's eye and ready to move to the next phase of his life although he does not know what it is.

So happy Modi accepted me... will always be his wife, says Jashodaben

So happy Modi accepted me... will always be his wife, says Jashodaben

Rediff.com23 May 2014

As Narendra Modi gets ready to take oath as prime minister, his wife Jashodaben said she is extremely happy over his ascent to the top post and that he accepted her for the first time as his spouse.

Boxing Day Test: Windies bid to avoid knockout blow

Boxing Day Test: Windies bid to avoid knockout blow

Rediff.com24 Dec 2015

Under fire from all quarters after an abysmal start to their tour, West Indies have pledged to be more competitive at the traditional Boxing Day Test but will struggle to prevent hosts Australia from taking an unassailable 2-0 series lead.

'I am an immense fan of the IPL, it is improving cricket'

'I am an immense fan of the IPL, it is improving cricket'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2014

He might have gone unsold at the players' auction this year but retired Australian pacer Brett Lee has said he remains a huge fan of the Indian Premier League and the Twenty20 event could throw up the elusive fast-bowling talent that India desperately needs.

PHOTOS: What a thrilling end to All-Stars series!

PHOTOS: What a thrilling end to All-Stars series!

Rediff.com15 Nov 2015

Sachin's Blasters suffered their third successive defeat against Warne's Warriors, going down by four wickets in a last-over thriller, to lose the Cricket All-Stars T20 Series 0-3 at the Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.

Plethora of records for Vihari, Bumrah and Ishant

Plethora of records for Vihari, Bumrah and Ishant

Rediff.com1 Sep 2019

Rajneesh Gupta presents the interesting numbers from the second day of Kingston Test between West Indies and India

Bitter-sweet decision, Bhupathi may have tough time: Amritraj

Bitter-sweet decision, Bhupathi may have tough time: Amritraj

Rediff.com22 Dec 2016

India's outgoing Davis Cup captain Anand Amritraj termed as bitter-sweet, the All India Tennis Association's (AITA) decision to hand him a farewell tie in February and predicted some tough time for the next man in charge, Mahesh Bhupathi. The AITA Executive Committee decided to give Amritraj one last tie as reports emerged recently that he will be asked to go on account of indiscipline in the Indian team. AITA did not give him the one-year term he had wished but has given Amritraj a chance to make a graceful exit for himself and he would like to go on a high by winning the tie against the Kiwis.

Cong Seemandhra MPs likely to quit LS, party on Monday

Cong Seemandhra MPs likely to quit LS, party on Monday

Rediff.com22 Sep 2013

With Congress general secretary incharge of Andhra Pradesh affairs repeatedly making it clear that the decision to bifurcate the state and carve out Telangana was final, nearly half a dozen Congress MPs from Andhra and Rayalaseema region are likely to quit on Monday.

Bowling great Andy Roberts's honest thoughts about Windies' cricket

Bowling great Andy Roberts's honest thoughts about Windies' cricket

Rediff.com3 Jan 2016

Dejected by the shambolic state of the West Indies cricket team, legendary pacer Sir Andy Roberts feels the side is not even competing anymore and players cannot escape the blame by continuously citing their dispute with the country's Board.

Warne reveals of conflict of opinion with Tendulkar over All Stars exhibition matches

Warne reveals of conflict of opinion with Tendulkar over All Stars exhibition matches

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

Warne reveals of conflict of opinion with Tendulkar over All Stars exhibition matches

Review: Raazi is a rarity

Review: Raazi is a rarity

Rediff.com11 May 2018

'It is intense, riveting, clever, dark, sad, lyrical, heartfelt, relevant and understated,' says Sukanya Verma.

VIP 2 review: Dhanush-Kajol spar in a shrill, silly film!

VIP 2 review: Dhanush-Kajol spar in a shrill, silly film!

Rediff.com18 Aug 2017

'What could have been a crafty take on power play and gender politics between architect and engineer dumbs down into a cliched bickering of elite and everyman,' says Sukanya Verma.

Millenials, THIS is how you write an e-mail

Millenials, THIS is how you write an e-mail

Rediff.com14 Feb 2019

An e-mail becomes the 'first impression' of an individual, a professional, or of a company.

Azam Khan is at it again; claims PM Modi met Dawood in Sharif's house

Azam Khan is at it again; claims PM Modi met Dawood in Sharif's house

Rediff.com6 Feb 2016

Known for making controversial remarks, senior Uttar Pradesh minister Azam Khan outdid himself when he alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had met wanted underworld don Dawood Ibrahim in Lahore at the residence of his Pakistani counterpart Nawaz Sharif last December. Sharat Pradhan/ Rediff.com reports from Lucknow.

HD Kumaraswamy takes oath as Karnataka chief minister

HD Kumaraswamy takes oath as Karnataka chief minister

Rediff.com23 May 2018

The 58-year-old leader will expand his council of ministers after the trust vote on Friday which he is expected to win without any hiccups.

We've got to stop airing our laundry in public: Lara

We've got to stop airing our laundry in public: Lara

Rediff.com22 Nov 2014

Sympathising with the West Indies players for their India tour pull-out after a fallout with the West Indies Cricket Board, Brian Lara said that communication between the players' and the board is key and it's time to stop making internal issues a public matter.

'It is a cricketing tragedy to see the West Indies like this...'

'It is a cricketing tragedy to see the West Indies like this...'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2017

The halcyon days of those thrilling 1980s and early 1990s teams, when Curtly Ambrose and his fellow pace demons inspired fear and batting blasters like Viv Richards looked so imperious on English tours, have never felt more like pre-history.