News for 'East Zone'

Cyclone to hit Bengal, Odisha with wind speed of 120 kmph

Cyclone to hit Bengal, Odisha with wind speed of 120 kmph

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

More than 150 express/passenger trains running through South Eastern Railway jurisdiction have been cancelled in view of the severe cyclonic storm, an SER official said.

All metros among 130 districts identified as COVID-19 red zones

All metros among 130 districts identified as COVID-19 red zones

Rediff.com1 May 2020

This classification of districts is to be followed by states and union terrotories till a week post May 3, when the second phase of lockdown will end, for containment operations.

Duleep Trophy: SKY, Shaw Fail To Fire

Duleep Trophy: SKY, Shaw Fail To Fire

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

Central Zone bowlers led by captain Shivam Mavi (4/43) silenced the big guns in the West Zone batting line-up to restrict them to 216 for 8.

'Difficult To Trust Yunus Govt In Dhaka'

'Difficult To Trust Yunus Govt In Dhaka'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

'It was the hostility of the Yunus regime that made India careful and wary of dealing with them.' 'They gradually backed off and lowered the noise, but the damage was done.' 'Their true colours had been exposed.'

Indian student in US arrested by masked agents from near home

Indian student in US arrested by masked agents from near home

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Badar Khan Suri, an Indian postdoctoral fellow at Georgetown University, is facing deportation after US authorities accused him of "spreading Hamas propaganda" and having "close connections to a suspected terrorist." The Department of Homeland Security claims Suri has been actively promoting antisemitism on social media and is connected to a senior Hamas advisor. Suri's lawyer, Hassan Ahmad, argues that his client is being targeted due to his wife's Palestinian heritage and their opposition to US foreign policy towards Israel. The incident follows the self-deportation of another Indian student from Columbia University who was also accused of supporting Hamas.

1st Hindu Congresswoman named US intelligence head

1st Hindu Congresswoman named US intelligence head

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

A four-term Congresswoman, 2020 presidential candidate and NYT bestselling author, Gabbard is a veteran with three deployments to war zones in the Middle East and Africa. She recently moved from being a Democrat to a Republican member.

Anti-Agnipath stir: Over 600 trains cancelled, ECR zone worst hit

Anti-Agnipath stir: Over 600 trains cancelled, ECR zone worst hit

Rediff.com20 Jun 2022

Of the 612 trains affected, 602 trains were cancelled, including 223 mail and express trains and 379 passengers trains, the Railways said in a statement.

Duleep Trophy: Central enter semis

Duleep Trophy: Central enter semis

Rediff.com22 Jan 2011

Hostile spells from pace trio of Rudra Pratap Singh, Pankaj Singh and Umesh Yadav saw Central Zone register a fantastic nine-wicket win over East Zone in a Duleep Trophy quarter-final match which concluded at the Barabati Stadium on Saturday.

Duleep Trophy Day 2: Awana puts North in favourable position

Duleep Trophy Day 2: Awana puts North in favourable position

Rediff.com5 Feb 2012

Speedster Parvinder Awana grabbed six for 84 to help North Zone come right back into the match at stumps, on the second day of their Duleep Trophy quarter-final against East Zone.

Rohit to remain captain, BCCI satisfied with his leadership

Rohit to remain captain, BCCI satisfied with his leadership

Rediff.com1 Jan 2023

It was also decided that a pool of 20 players will be rotated till the 2023 World Cup.

Will Trump-Putin Reach A Deal On Ukraine?

Will Trump-Putin Reach A Deal On Ukraine?

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

Putin is keen on establishing a good personal rapport with Trump and anchor a meaningful US-Russia partnership, realistic enough to accept that Trump is as good an American president as Russia would ever get, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

BSNL to buy equipment from Huawei

BSNL to buy equipment from Huawei

Rediff.com7 Nov 2009

State-run telecom service provider Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd has placed an advance purchase order with Huawei of China on mobile equipment for 20 million GSM lines in the south zone. The PSU is also in advanced negotiations with Ericsson for the north and east zone.

Srinivasan-backed Dalmiya set to return as BCCI president

Srinivasan-backed Dalmiya set to return as BCCI president

Rediff.com1 Mar 2015

The road for Jagmohan Dalmiya was cleared after another former president Sharad Pawar failed to get a proposer from East Zone, prompting the Maratha strongman to pull out of the race.

Duleep Trophy: Ian Singh, Paliwal, Saini tons prop North to 591-8

Duleep Trophy: Ian Singh, Paliwal, Saini tons prop North to 591-8

Rediff.com12 Oct 2013

Ian Dev Singh posted a scintillating 145, while Rajat Paliwal and Nitin Saini also scored unbeaten centuries as North Zone amassed a mamoth 591 for eight declared in their first innings against East Zone on the third day of the Duleep Trophy in Kochi on Saturday.

Sehwag, Gambhir tell North Zone not to consider them for selection

Sehwag, Gambhir tell North Zone not to consider them for selection

Rediff.com18 Nov 2014

Veterans Virender Sehwag and Gautam Gambhir's prospects of making an India comeback are all but over as the celebrated opening duo stayed away from selection in the 15-member North Zone squad for the Deodhar Trophy.

Chetan Sharma retained as chairman of new selection panel

Chetan Sharma retained as chairman of new selection panel

Rediff.com7 Jan 2023

hetan Sharma was retained as the chairman of the senior selection committee, exactly two months after his entire panel was disbanded by the BCCI.

Indian Army Is Ready For Dharma Guardian 2025

Indian Army Is Ready For Dharma Guardian 2025

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Dharma Guardian 2025 will primarily focus on urban warfare tactics and counter-terrorism operations and underscores the growing strategic partnership between India and Japan.

This Winter To Be Warmer Than Normal

This Winter To Be Warmer Than Normal

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

The cold wave days in December too are expected to be 'below-normal' this year.

Germany warns of terrorist threat ahead at EURO 2024

Germany warns of terrorist threat ahead at EURO 2024

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

Germany expects 2.7 million people to attend matches in stadiums across the country and some 12 million in its fan zones for outdoor viewing, including on a long stretch of turf laid out in front of Berlin's Brandenburg Gate.

Yadav likely to replace Srinivasan as BCCI president

Yadav likely to replace Srinivasan as BCCI president

Rediff.com7 Feb 2015

Former India off-spinner and interim president of BCCI Shivlal Yadav in all likelihood is the frontrunner to replace N Srinivasan as the full-time president of the board at the next Annual General Meeting.

Chief selector Chetan's fate depends on T20 World Cup

Chief selector Chetan's fate depends on T20 World Cup

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

Unless India performs very well at the T20 World Cup, it could be curtains for chairman of selectors Chetan Sharma.

South precariously placed

South precariously placed

Rediff.com16 Feb 2004

South Zone are in danger of conceding the first innings lead in their Duleep Trophy match against East.

Why Punjab's Mohali stadium was snubbed for 2023 ODI World Cup

Why Punjab's Mohali stadium was snubbed for 2023 ODI World Cup

Rediff.com28 Jun 2023

'The current stadium in Mohali did not meet the standards of ICC and hence was denied matches.'

Randhir Singh first Indian to be elected as OCA president

Randhir Singh first Indian to be elected as OCA president

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

A five-time Olympic shooter, Randhir Singh was the lone eligible candidate for the OCA president's post.

Ganguly doubtful for Duleep Trophy match

Ganguly doubtful for Duleep Trophy match

Rediff.com13 Feb 2005

The Indian captain is uncertain for the Duleep Trophy match between East Zone and Central Zone on February 15 due to a side strain.

Ganguly strikes form, hits sparkling ton

Ganguly strikes form, hits sparkling ton

Rediff.com21 Oct 2005

Ganguly recorded his 24th first class hundred during the Duleep Trophy match between East Zone and North Zone at Rajkot on Friday.

'Disgusting To See Bangladeshis Turning Backs On India'

'Disgusting To See Bangladeshis Turning Backs On India'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

'The present generation, either due to historical amnesia or political propaganda, has been fed a narrative that paints India as an adversary rather than an ally.'

'Ganguly has proved his fitness'

'Ganguly has proved his fitness'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2005

East Zone coach Paras Mhambrey said the left-hander had proved his form and fitness in the Duleep Trophy match against South Zone.

Will new BCCI boss Ganguly give selectors an extension?

Will new BCCI boss Ganguly give selectors an extension?

Rediff.com24 Oct 2019

The selection committee, headed by MSK Prasad, is nowhere close to completing its tenure as per the new BCCI constitution, but new Board president Sourav Ganguly will decide whether the panel will complete the mandated five years in office.

North Zone win Deodhar Trophy

North Zone win Deodhar Trophy

Rediff.com9 Mar 2006

North defeated East by VJD [V Jayadevan] method, after bad light forced the match to be called off midway through the latter's innings.

Ganguly to miss Deodhar Trophy opener

Ganguly to miss Deodhar Trophy opener

Rediff.com24 Feb 2006

The former India captain decided to skip East Zone's Deodhar Trophy opener against South Zone to be played in Kolkata.

Spotlight on Kaif in Duleep Trophy

Spotlight on Kaif in Duleep Trophy

Rediff.com14 Feb 2005

Ganguly eager for first Duleep title

Ganguly eager for first Duleep title

Rediff.com11 Nov 2005

The East Zone has never won the Duleep Trophy in its 45-year history.

Delhi govt may ask Centre to tweak 'red zone' rule

Delhi govt may ask Centre to tweak 'red zone' rule

Rediff.com1 May 2020

In a zone-wise classification of districts in the country, the Union health ministry has designated all 11 districts of Delhi as red zone. The city has 272 wards.

Last 3 days I was in bed, I was on painkillers: Riyan Parag

Last 3 days I was in bed, I was on painkillers: Riyan Parag

Rediff.com29 Mar 2024

Riyan Parag revealed that he was struggling with ill-health for the last three days.

Amidst turmoil, Manipur nurses cricket dreams

Amidst turmoil, Manipur nurses cricket dreams

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Usually, taking two wickets against a strong North Zone would leave any 17-year-old bowler with a wide smile. But Jotin Singh's smile had a tinge of nervousness.

Chhattisgarh man sent to Laos for 'cyber slavery', 3 held

Chhattisgarh man sent to Laos for 'cyber slavery', 3 held

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

Police have arrested three persons from Mumbai, including a woman, for allegedly trafficking a man from Chhattisgarh's Durg district for 'cyber slavery' in Laos in southeast Asia and cheating him of Rs 2 lakh, an official said on Wednesday.

Ishan Kishan to check into NCA

Ishan Kishan to check into NCA

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

Ishan Kishan alongwith a few others will check into the National Cricket Academy ahead of the Windies tour

Ganguly to play in Gwalior

Ganguly to play in Gwalior

Rediff.com27 Feb 2006

Sourav Ganguly, who had earlier pulled out of the Deodhar Trophy, will play for East Zone against West on Tuesday

At 2,084, BJP submits highest number of political ads for poll body

At 2,084, BJP submits highest number of political ads for poll body

Rediff.com14 May 2024

To seek approval for about 2,084 political advertisements in the city, the BJP submitted nearly 517 applications to the poll body from March 13 till May 8, data accessed by PTI showed.