News for 'Elite Group'

Terror group plans rocket attack on Islamabad: report

Terror group plans rocket attack on Islamabad: report

Rediff.com31 Jan 2012

A terrorist group has plans to carry out a rocket attack on the Pakistani capital, similar to the one against elite military academy in the garrison town of Abbottabad, a top police official has said.

Corus Chess: Anand leads Indian challenge

Corus Chess: Anand leads Indian challenge

Rediff.com10 Jan 2010

Five-time champion and World No 3 Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand will spearhead a five-man strong Indian challenge at the prestigious Corus Chess Tournament starting in Wijk Aan Zee, The Netherlands, on Monday.

Big Girls Don't Cry Review: Watchable

Big Girls Don't Cry Review: Watchable

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Big Girls Don't Cry is too solemn to be fun and too timid to be truly bold, feels Deepa Gahlot.

Ranji Trophy round-up: Dube's century rallies Mumbai

Ranji Trophy round-up: Dube's century rallies Mumbai

Rediff.com28 Jan 2024

A belligerent century from India all-rounder Shivam Dube brought Mumbai back into the contest against Uttar Pradesh.

Vijayan to be nominated for Padma Shri, Jeje for Arjuna

Vijayan to be nominated for Padma Shri, Jeje for Arjuna

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

The AIFF executive committee also accepted the recommendation to discontinue their development side, Indian Arrows, and instead create an elite youth league using the fund.

Taylor, Walters to be included in Hall of Fame

Taylor, Walters to be included in Hall of Fame

Rediff.com6 Feb 2011

Former captain Mark Taylor and middle-order batsman Doug Walters are set to join the elite group of cricketing greats as they will be inducted into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame at the Allan Border Medal night in Melbourne on Monday.

GDP: India and China to surpass G7 nations by 2025

GDP: India and China to surpass G7 nations by 2025

Rediff.com19 Nov 2012

While China's economy may very well outrace the combined euro zone by the end of this year, India is likely to jump over Japan's economy, according to a latest report by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).

Boost to navy as missile destroyer, submarine to join ranks

Boost to navy as missile destroyer, submarine to join ranks

Rediff.com16 Nov 2021

The Navy commander also said that as many as 39 naval ships and submarines are currently being constructed in various Indian shipyards that are expected to significantly boost India's maritime prowess.

The woman behind the success of Agni-V

The woman behind the success of Agni-V

Rediff.com20 Apr 2012

Breaking the glass ceiling to enter a field dominated by men, Tessy Thomas has had to walk the tightrope as a defence scientist and homemaker to achieve what very few women have. Mohammed Siddique reports

Mushtaq Ali: Punjab close in on knock-outs

Mushtaq Ali: Punjab close in on knock-outs

Rediff.com16 Jan 2021

Shubham Pundir top-scored with 42 to take J&K to 139 for eight in 20 overs.

Is India Distancing Itself From Israel?

Is India Distancing Itself From Israel?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

India's voting pattern in the United Nations with regard to the Israel-Palestine conflict is lately marked by a calibrated distancing from Israel, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

India vs Pak: Why ICC won't act against Ahmedabad fans

India vs Pak: Why ICC won't act against Ahmedabad fans

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

The ICC is unlikely to take any action on Pakistan Cricket Board's complaint for alleged boorish crowd behaviour during their World Cup game against India in Ahmedabad on October 14,

Condoms, contraceptives seized from Maoist hideout

Condoms, contraceptives seized from Maoist hideout

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

Police seized condoms, contraceptive pills and pregnancy test kits from a Maoist hideout following an exchange of fire with red rebels on Odisha-Chhattisgarh border, a senior officer said in Nabarangapur on Thursday.

Ranji Trophy: Tamil Nadu reach 181 for 3 against Haryana

Ranji Trophy: Tamil Nadu reach 181 for 3 against Haryana

Rediff.com30 Dec 2012

India batsman Abhinav Mukund hit a patient half-century as Tamil Nadu reached 181 for three against Haryana at close of the second day in their Elite Group B Ranji Trophy match in Chennai on Sunday.

Want to Know What Uorfi Javed Is Really Like?

Want to Know What Uorfi Javed Is Really Like?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Amazon Prime Video has announced a huge number of assorted Web series and movies, and the slate sure looks interesting.

Al Jaber joins greats Pele and Maradona

Al Jaber joins greats Pele and Maradona

Rediff.com15 Jun 2006

His goal in his team's 2-2 draw with Tunisia came 12 years after his first goal in the World Cup finals against Morocco in 1994.

Australia outclass Finland, return to Davis Cup final

Australia outclass Finland, return to Davis Cup final

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

Australia reached a second successive Davis Cup final when Alex de Minaur overpowered Emil Ruusuvuori 6-4 6-3 after Alexei Popyrin beat Otto Virtanen 7-6(5) 6-2 to earn the 28-time champions a 2-0 win over Finland on Friday.

Is Election Slipping Out Of Modi's Hands?

Is Election Slipping Out Of Modi's Hands?

Rediff.com1 May 2024

In nearly 100 seats, the BJP stands almost no chance of winning. In 200 seats, it is a direct fight between the BJP and the Congress where the BJP has an upper hand. In 243 seats, the BJP is pitted against regional parties and it is not going to be easy. That is why 400 seats may end up as a pipe dream, states Ramesh Menon, author of Modi Demystified: The Making of a Prime Minister.

Spectators, media barred from ground

Spectators, media barred from ground

Rediff.com18 Nov 2004

Ugly scenes were witnessed at the Roshanara ground in Delhi where the Ranji Trophy match between Andhra and Delhi is being played.

Anil Kapoor's One Big Regret In Life

Anil Kapoor's One Big Regret In Life

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

'My eyes were too small (to convey) expressions. I was too hairy. I did not have a great physique. (In this profession) you just keep on working on your minus points and try to improve yourself as much as you can.'

MP youngster Rohera breaks Muzumdar's world record!

MP youngster Rohera breaks Muzumdar's world record!

Rediff.com8 Dec 2018

Madhya Pradesh opener Ajay Rohera slammed the highest first-class score on debut, an unbeaten 267 against Hyderabad in their Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match.

Will Odisha Show Faith In Naveen Patnaik Again?

Will Odisha Show Faith In Naveen Patnaik Again?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

The 78-year-old Naveen is on the cusp of creating history. He must win the forthcoming Assembly polls to become India's longest-serving chief minister, a record held by Sikkim's Pawan Kumar Chamling.

India now has its own missile defence shield

India now has its own missile defence shield

Rediff.com6 May 2012

India has developed a missile defence shield which can be put in place at short notice to protect at least two cities, bringing the country on par with an elite group of nations. The shield, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation, has been tested successfully. An incoming ballistic missile with the range of up to 2,000 km can be destroyed by it. The system is to be upgraded to the range of 5,000 km by 2016.

5 reasons why India needs that NSG seat

5 reasons why India needs that NSG seat

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

A lowdown on why NSG membership is important for India

Can Terrorists Make Money From Markets After Attacks?

Can Terrorists Make Money From Markets After Attacks?

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

The men with guns tend to know little finance, and establishing such a conspiracy then involves leakage of information, which is also dangerous, Ajay Shah points out.

Former captain Anand Amritraj on India's chances at Davis Cup

Former captain Anand Amritraj on India's chances at Davis Cup

Rediff.com17 Apr 2017

'Drawing Canada is golden chance for India to get into World Group'

Ranji roundup: Mumbai's Dube shines in drawn match

Ranji roundup: Mumbai's Dube shines in drawn match

Rediff.com17 Dec 2018

Former champions Mumbai claimed three points against Baroda after their four-day Elite Group A Ranji Trophy game ended in a draw at the Wankhede Stadium.

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai on course for victory over Punjab

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai on course for victory over Punjab

Rediff.com23 Dec 2011

Mumbai grabbed a handsome 204-run first innings lead over Punjab and then put the visitors under pressure by reducing them to 203 for four on Day 3 of their four-day concluding Elite Group A Ranji Trophy match at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on Friday.

Debutant Sandhu bags five wkts as Mumbai restrict Punjab

Debutant Sandhu bags five wkts as Mumbai restrict Punjab

Rediff.com21 Dec 2011

A summary of the first day's play in the Elite division matches of the Ranji Trophy, on Wednesday.

Ranji: Jagadeesan's 2nd season-ton helps Tamil Nadu

Ranji: Jagadeesan's 2nd season-ton helps Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

Opener Shubham Rohilla struck his fourth first-class hundred to take Services to 279 for 4 against defending champions Saurashtra

T20 World Cup: Nitin Menon Only Indian Umpire

T20 World Cup: Nitin Menon Only Indian Umpire

Rediff.com4 Oct 2022

'16 umpires will officiate across the tournament with Richard Kettleborough, Nitin Menon, Kumara Dharmasena and Marais Erasmus having been the umpires in charge of the 2021 final which saw this year's hosts claim their first ICC Men's T20 World Cup title,' the ICC said in a statement.

Ranji Trophy: Manoj Tiwary keeps Bengal hopes alive

Ranji Trophy: Manoj Tiwary keeps Bengal hopes alive

Rediff.com15 Dec 2011

A summary of Thursday's play in the Elite division matches of the Ranji Trophy.

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai well-placed after Marathe's ton

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai well-placed after Marathe's ton

Rediff.com13 Dec 2011

A summary of the first day's play in the Elite division matches of the Ranji Trophy, on Tuesday.

Kaustabh Pawar's ton hoists Mumbai

Kaustabh Pawar's ton hoists Mumbai

Rediff.com29 Nov 2011

A summary of the first day's play in the Elite division matches of the Ranji Trophy, on Tuesday.

PICS: Bayern beat Manchester Utd; Arsenal thrash PSV

PICS: Bayern beat Manchester Utd; Arsenal thrash PSV

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

A summary of the UEFA Champions League Group Stage action, on Wednesday.

Ranji: Batsmen help MP snatch three points from Bengal

Ranji: Batsmen help MP snatch three points from Bengal

Rediff.com20 Nov 2011

A pedestrian bowling effort by hosts Bengal enabled Madhya Pradesh to log home three points by virtue of first innings lead in a Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match in Kolkata on Sunday.

Ranji: Delhi take 139 runs lead against Tamil Nadu

Ranji: Delhi take 139 runs lead against Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com19 Nov 2011

A summary of the second day's play in the Elite Division matches of the Ranji Trophy, on Friday.

Ranji Trophy: Manish Pandey's double ton hoists Karnataka

Ranji Trophy: Manish Pandey's double ton hoists Karnataka

Rediff.com18 Nov 2011

A summary of the second day's play in the Elite Division matches of the Ranji Trophy, on Friday.

Mumbai fight back after Manish Pandey hundred

Mumbai fight back after Manish Pandey hundred

Rediff.com17 Nov 2011

A summary of the first day's play in the Ranji Trophy Elite division matches, on Thursday.