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CJI lays foundation for new court complex amid lawyers' protest in Assam

CJI lays foundation for new court complex amid lawyers' protest in Assam

Rediff.com11 Jan 2026

Chief Justice of India lays the foundation for an Integrated Judicial Court Complex in Assam's Kamrup district, facing protests from the Gauhati High Court Bar Association (GHCBA) over the relocation of the High Court.

Why BCCI has hiked shirt sponsorship rates

Why BCCI has hiked shirt sponsorship rates

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

In 2023, the BCCI announced a deal with Dream11 as the lead sponsor for Team India. Dream11 replaced Byju's, whose contract ended in March that year, and had signed the agreement with BCCI for a period of three years.

BCCI cites govt policy amid India-Pak Asia Cup row

BCCI cites govt policy amid India-Pak Asia Cup row

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Saikia stressed that the Indian cricket board will continue to adhere to the policy formalised by the government.

Why BCCI officials will miss Asia Cup final...

Why BCCI officials will miss Asia Cup final...

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

No BCCI representatives travelled to Dubai. As reported by Dainik Jagran, the board was mindful of public sentiment and growing calls for a boycott, choosing to skip those matches out of respect for the prevailing national mood.

IPL to celebrate success of Operation Sindoor

IPL to celebrate success of Operation Sindoor

Rediff.com27 May 2025

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said that an invitation has been extended to chiefs of all three Armed forces, top-ranked officers and soldiers for the IPL 2025 final on June 3.

ICC signals replacement if Bangladesh skip T20 WC in India

ICC signals replacement if Bangladesh skip T20 WC in India

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

ICC rejects BCB request, Bangladesh matches to be played in India as schedule

Why Gill paid the price as India backed SKY again

Why Gill paid the price as India backed SKY again

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

Shubman Gill's fate wasn't actually sealed on Saturday when BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia announced the squad for the T20 World Cup but when the fourth T20 International was called off on Wednesday due to thick smog.

Why Gill wants to play Guwahati Test despite injury

Why Gill wants to play Guwahati Test despite injury

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Shubman Gill might just want to be fit enough to bat, as even a half-fit skipper is seen as more effective than Sai Sudharsan, Abhimanyu Easwaran or Sarfaraz Khan.

Real trophy is people's love, says Surya after Cup snub

Real trophy is people's love, says Surya after Cup snub

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Eventually, the speculations cleared up after it was confirmed by the BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia. He disclosed that India had refused to accept the Asia Cup trophy during the presentation ceremony from ACC Chairman Naqvi, who also serves as Pakistan's interior minister.

New IPL rule: U-19 players must play first-class cricket

New IPL rule: U-19 players must play first-class cricket

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla also spoke on how domestic cricketers have seen a rise in their pay and scale over the years to an unprecedented level.

War clouds over India: End game for IPL 2025?

War clouds over India: End game for IPL 2025?

Rediff.com8 May 2025

The IPL 2025 season was thrown into turmoil on Thursday night after the Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals match was abruptly halted

'It was clear...': Ashwin on Gill's exit, Sanju's entry

'It was clear...': Ashwin on Gill's exit, Sanju's entry

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin believes Shubman Gill's injury during the South Africa T20I series earlier this month was the moment when India's World Cup opening combination became clear.

Flat Tracks, Broadcast Blackout Mar Duleep Trophy

Flat Tracks, Broadcast Blackout Mar Duleep Trophy

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Under pressure, the BCCI announced that the final to be played from September 11-15 will be broadcast live.

Ex India pacer says unfair to blame SRK amid controversy

Ex India pacer says unfair to blame SRK amid controversy

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

'Four other teams bid for him and KKR outbid everyone, that is a different story. And if he was included in the auction, it was BCCI's call. Removing a player will not make any difference...'

'This was a road': Kuldeep slams lifeless Guwahati pitch

'This was a road': Kuldeep slams lifeless Guwahati pitch

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Kuldeep Yadav compared the 22-yard strip at the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati to a "road" due to the benign nature of the pitch.

BCCI confirm: Discontinuing relationship with Dream 11

BCCI confirm: Discontinuing relationship with Dream 11

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

In 2023, the BCCI announced a deal with Dream11 as the lead sponsor for Team India. Dream11 replaced Byju's, whose contract ended in March that year, and had signed the agreement with BCCI for a period of three years.

Samson in trouble? Ashwin hints Gill may take his place

Samson in trouble? Ashwin hints Gill may take his place

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Ravichandran Ashwin has raised a big question mark over Sanju Samson's place in India's Asia Cup 2025 playing XI, warning that the wicketkeeper-batter's spot could be under serious threat

Naqvi refused to congratulate India for Asia Cup triumph?

Naqvi refused to congratulate India for Asia Cup triumph?

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

The Men in Blue refused to take the Asia Cup 2025 trophy from Naqvi, who is also Pakistan Interior Minister.

Inside Story of Why Abhishek Nayar Was Let Go by BCCI

Inside Story of Why Abhishek Nayar Was Let Go by BCCI

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

The Indian cricket team's assistant coach Abhishek Nayar has been sacked just eight months

I'm Not A Selector: Gambhir On Shreyas Omission

I'm Not A Selector: Gambhir On Shreyas Omission

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Gambhir, a former BJP MP, was effusive in his praise for the Indian cricket board for inviting the three chiefs of the armed forces to attend the IPL title clash, saying, 'It's an unbelievable step.'

Pujara: 'A fighter who would not yield easily'

Pujara: 'A fighter who would not yield easily'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Making his Test debut against Australia in 2010, Cheteshwar Pujara went on to represent India in 103 Tests, amassing 7195 runs at an average of 43.60, including 19 centuries.

India's cricket jersey gets new sponsor - Apollo Tyres

India's cricket jersey gets new sponsor - Apollo Tyres

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Apollo Tyres has been locked in as the new jersey sponsor for the Indian cricket team following the exit of online game platform Dream11, a senior BCCI official told PTI on Tuesday.

Who'll be next BCCI prez and IPL chief?

Who'll be next BCCI prez and IPL chief?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

The BCCI Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the end of September will be an interesting affair with a few top posts, including that of president and IPL chairman, up for grabs.

Shreyas to lead India A vs Aus A, skips red-ball season

Shreyas to lead India A vs Aus A, skips red-ball season

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Shreyas Iyer has been named captain of the India A squad for the upcoming three-match one-day series against Australia A, starting September 30 in Kanpur.

Will Kohli, Rohit lose BCCI Grade A+ contract?

Will Kohli, Rohit lose BCCI Grade A+ contract?

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's grade A+ contract will continue despite their retirement: BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia

After Pahalgam attack, Tiwary questions why India plays Pak

After Pahalgam attack, Tiwary questions why India plays Pak

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Manoj Tiwary shared his thoughts on whether the India-Pakistan clash should take place

Words Flow, Runs Don't: SKY's T20 WC Countdown

Words Flow, Runs Don't: SKY's T20 WC Countdown

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Intent does not always translate immediately into numbers, and effort however sincere needs to find expression in runs, especially with a World Cup drawing closer.

BCCI hunts for physio, trainer for senior women's side

BCCI hunts for physio, trainer for senior women's side

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

The Indian women's team is all set to get a new physiotherapist as well as strength and conditioning coach, both of whom will be based out of the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru for the next two years.

BCCI Snubs Kohli!

BCCI Snubs Kohli!

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

'The current policy will remain intact, as it is of paramount importance to both the nation and our institution, the BCCI.'

'Maybe Shreyas Isn't Liked As Someone Else Is'

'Maybe Shreyas Isn't Liked As Someone Else Is'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'I want to ask Agarkar how Iyer is not among the reserve players if he is such a strong contender.'

India to skip Dhaka meet? 'Asia Cup can happen only if...'

India to skip Dhaka meet? 'Asia Cup can happen only if...'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

The future of the Asia Cup -- a six-team tournament, which will be played in T20 format, is clouded in uncertainty.

Can vulnerable India avert a clean sweep in Guwahati?

Can vulnerable India avert a clean sweep in Guwahati?

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

For the first time in many years, India are going into a home Test match as underdogs and not favourites. Ask any player worth his salt and he would tell that it is not a happy place to be.

PCB chief Naqvi hits back at Modi

PCB chief Naqvi hits back at Modi

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Asian Cricket Council chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who is also the PCB chief, walked away with the Asia Cup trophy after India refused to take the silverware from his hands.

BCCI to demand ACC chief Naqvi's ouster after trophy controversy

BCCI to demand ACC chief Naqvi's ouster after trophy controversy

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Asian Cricket Council chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who is also the PCB chief, walked away with the Asia Cup trophy after India refused to take the silverware from his hands.

BCCI treasurer sworn in as Maha minister

BCCI treasurer sworn in as Maha minister

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

Shelar is the second official from the incumbent committee to move on from his post after Jay Shah, who moved on from his post as the BCCI secretary to the chairman of the International Cricket Council.

'No Cricket With Pakistan Ever'

'No Cricket With Pakistan Ever'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

The BCCI has drawn a firm line-there will be no bilateral cricket with Pakistan, now or in the future, says vice-president Rajeev Shukla.

Mumbai rain delays India's Asia Cup squad announcement

Mumbai rain delays India's Asia Cup squad announcement

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

The BCCI press conference scheduled at 1.30pm in Mumbai is 'expected to be delayed owing to weather disruptions'.

PCB blames ICC for Champions Trophy final fracas

PCB blames ICC for Champions Trophy final fracas

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board's chief operating officer Sumair Ahmed has blamed the ICC for the mismanagement at the final presentation ceremony of the Champions Trophy in Dubai.

Black armbands, no fireworks, no cheerleaders: IPL to honour Pahalgam victims

Black armbands, no fireworks, no cheerleaders: IPL to honour Pahalgam victims

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

As a mark of respect, players and match officials will wear black armbands, and a minute's silence will be observed before the start of the match.

Can India find new sponsor ahead of Asia Cup?

Can India find new sponsor ahead of Asia Cup?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

'It is a process that takes a certain amount of time and needs to be done keeping legal modalities in mind.'