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Musharraf returns to Pakistan despite death threat

Musharraf returns to Pakistan despite death threat

Rediff.com24 Mar 2013

Ending four years of self-imposed exile, Pakistan's former military ruler Pervez Musharraf returned home on Sunday to take part in the May 11 general elections despite a Taliban death threat.

England to face Pakistan in UAE

England to face Pakistan in UAE

Rediff.com23 Jul 2015

England will play three Tests against Pakistan in the United Arab Emirates in October and November this year, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said on Thursday.

Two COVID-19 cases on Australian Open flight; 24 players quarantined

Two COVID-19 cases on Australian Open flight; 24 players quarantined

Rediff.com16 Jan 2021

Two coronavirus infections were reported on Saturday on a flight to the Australian Open, forcing two weeks of strict hotel quarantine for all the tennis players and entourage on board.

World's largest aircraft A380 may fly to India soon

World's largest aircraft A380 may fly to India soon

Rediff.com10 Oct 2012

Govt plans to relax air service norms, let international airlines fly any aircraft to India.

International airline needs cabin crew

International airline needs cabin crew

Rediff.com20 Dec 2005

Emirates Airline is recruiting Cabin Crew.

Amir DROPPED from Pakistan squad for Australia Tests

Amir DROPPED from Pakistan squad for Australia Tests

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

Pakistan have dropped out-of-sorts pace bowler Mohammad Amir from their 17-man squad for next month's two-Test series against Australia in the United Arab Emirates, with left-arm seamer Wahab Riaz earning a recall.

BCCI to invite fresh tender for apparel contract

BCCI to invite fresh tender for apparel contract

Rediff.com18 Jul 2020

The BCCI Apex Council met, on Friday, to decide on a number of issues including apparel sponsorship, which is a significant if not huge income for BCCI.

Coronavirus: China's pain is Air-India's gain

Coronavirus: China's pain is Air-India's gain

Rediff.com11 Feb 2020

Curtailment of flights between India and China will help Air India and other airlines to boost their seat occupancy and market share.

EPL: Overpriced tickets have Man City fans crying hoarse

EPL: Overpriced tickets have Man City fans crying hoarse

Rediff.com9 Jan 2013

While Manchester City's wealthy Dubai owners continue to bankroll the club, the Premier League champions' supporters look to be adopting a more frugal approach.

PM Modi arrives in Oman on two-day visit

PM Modi arrives in Oman on two-day visit

Rediff.com11 Feb 2018

India and Oman have thriving links rooted in centuries old people-to-people exchanges, Modi had said.

Spotted: Tiger Pataudi

Spotted: Tiger Pataudi

Rediff.com17 Jul 2007

Reader Justin Prince sent us this picture from Dubai.

Sports Shorts: Corominas hat-trick sinks Kerala Blasters

Sports Shorts: Corominas hat-trick sinks Kerala Blasters

Rediff.com10 Dec 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Saturday.

Gorgeous pics of Pink supermoon to distact you from COVID-19

Gorgeous pics of Pink supermoon to distact you from COVID-19

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

Looking to catch a break from all the events surrounding coronavirus, then here's some amazing images from the pink supermoon that occurred on Tuesday night, enthralling all!

Cathay Pacific to exhaust its traffic rights

Cathay Pacific to exhaust its traffic rights

Rediff.com14 Oct 2012

It will start four flights a week to Hyderabad from Hong Kong in December, while its wholly-owned subsidiary Dragonair will commence a similar service to Kolkata from November.

Eriksson agrees Al Nasr deal, eyes Beckham

Eriksson agrees Al Nasr deal, eyes Beckham

Rediff.com22 Jan 2013

Sven-Goran Eriksson will try to convince former England captain David Beckham to join him at Al Nasr after the experienced Swedish coach signed an 18-month contract as a technical advisor of the United Arab Emirates club.

Wikileaks: Did India support Pakistani Taliban?

Wikileaks: Did India support Pakistani Taliban?

Rediff.com31 Aug 2011

Rediff.com brings you a series of leaked Wiki cables, which point towards some startling revelations. Read on

England appoint Jayawardene as batting consultant

England appoint Jayawardene as batting consultant

Rediff.com16 Sep 2015

Former Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene has been appointed as the England's batting consultant on Tuesday for the upcoming three-match Test series against Pakistan in the United Arab Emirates.

Maradona's death triggers complex inheritance

Maradona's death triggers complex inheritance

Rediff.com28 Nov 2020

Maradona's inheritance process is likely to be a messy affair between his large family, with eight children from six different partners

Zardari stable; Pak govt denies resignation reports

Zardari stable; Pak govt denies resignation reports

Rediff.com7 Dec 2011

Beleaguered Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari has been admitted to a Dubai hospital following heart complications, triggering intense speculation that he may step down in the face of army pressure over the 'memogate' scandal.

Now, catch a flydubai flight from Mumbai!

Now, catch a flydubai flight from Mumbai!

Rediff.com24 Jul 2014

In June, flydubai doubled its network in India with the start of flights to Delhi, Kochi and Trivandrum.

US navy shooting: DMK seeks probe by India, UAE

US navy shooting: DMK seeks probe by India, UAE

Rediff.com19 Jul 2012

The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam on Thursday demanded a joint investigation by India and the United Arab Emirates into the firing on fishermen by a United States navy ship that resulted in the death of one of them as also interim compensation to the injured.

Maxwell gets Australia call-up; Watson, Hilfenhaus rested

Maxwell gets Australia call-up; Watson, Hilfenhaus rested

Rediff.com16 Jul 2012

Australia have rested all rounder Shane Watson and quick bowler Ben Hilfenhaus and dropped batsman Peter Forrest from their squad to play a three-match One-day series against Pakistan in the United Arab Emirates starting next month.

Mallika Sherawat's brother booked under FEMA

Mallika Sherawat's brother booked under FEMA

Rediff.com7 Jun 2011

Vikram Lamba was carrying 13000 pounds and electronic and luxury items worth lakhs.

ED registers money laundering case in Kerala gold smuggling

ED registers money laundering case in Kerala gold smuggling

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

The ED case has been booked under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) and the agency will record the statement of the accused. The central agency will investigate if proceeds of crime were generated by the accused by laundering of funds that were earned through the alleged gold smuggling racket.

Why UAE was ideal destination for IPL 2020

Why UAE was ideal destination for IPL 2020

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

'Unlike India and Sri Lanka, there was no internal air travel needed.' 'For all 8 teams, different hotels are available, a separate one for the broadcasting team too.'

IPL 2020: Watch out for these batsmen!

IPL 2020: Watch out for these batsmen!

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

While stars like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and David Warner are expected to set the stage on fire, there are other talented batsmen who want to compete with the best.

Maradona could be next coach of UAE

Maradona could be next coach of UAE

Rediff.com17 May 2012

Diego Maradona could return to international soccer as the Argentine is being considered for the vacant United Arab Emirates head coaching job.

Whatmore believes Pakistan have edge over Aus in ODIs

Whatmore believes Pakistan have edge over Aus in ODIs

Rediff.com25 Aug 2012

Pakistan coach Dav Whatmore believes his side will have the edge over Australia in the One-Day International and Twenty20 series in the United Arab Emirates as they are more familiar with conditions and the visitors are dealing with injuries and retirements.

Largest cricket bat bids for Guinness world record

Largest cricket bat bids for Guinness world record

Rediff.com27 Jan 2015

As large as an eight to 10-storey building, the bat weighs 950 kg and is nearly 32 times longer than a standard bat.

Why are India's pilots angry and anxious?

Why are India's pilots angry and anxious?

Rediff.com9 Nov 2020

'The pay cuts have been very tough on those with entire families to support.'

Maradona has kidney stones removed

Maradona has kidney stones removed

Rediff.com16 Jan 2012

Diego Maradona has undergone surgery to have kidney stones removed, the Dubai hospital where he is being treated said on Monday.

How many times have India won the Asia Cup?

How many times have India won the Asia Cup?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

India have won the Asia Cup on seven occasions, Sri Lanka on five occasions, with Pakistan winning it twice.

Airlines ask pilots to save fuel

Airlines ask pilots to save fuel

Rediff.com16 Aug 2011

Airlines like IndiGo and Jet Airways have been quick to take the cue to keep their fuel costs under check.

Amazing images of Burj Al-Arab's Royal Suite

Amazing images of Burj Al-Arab's Royal Suite

Rediff.com10 Apr 2012

Burj Al-Arab is a luxury hotel located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

World's biggest and busiest projects

World's biggest and busiest projects

Rediff.com12 Jul 2011

Tallest, longest, busiest the world has a number of record breaking projects.

IPL 2020: CSK, KKR to fly 10 exclusive net bowlers to UAE

IPL 2020: CSK, KKR to fly 10 exclusive net bowlers to UAE

Rediff.com11 Aug 2020

Chennai Super Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Capitals confirmed that they are preparing a roster of net bowlers.

Sri Lanka make seven changes for ODIs

Sri Lanka make seven changes for ODIs

Rediff.com2 Nov 2011

Sri Lanka selectors made seven changes from the Test squad who are trailing Pakistan 1-0 in the three-Test series when they named a 15-man squad on Tuesday for five One-day Internationals.

Look at the building boom world over!

Look at the building boom world over!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2011

Fast paced urbanisation has taken a toll on the environment.

Will former ECB chief Giles convince India to play against Pakistan in UAE?

Will former ECB chief Giles convince India to play against Pakistan in UAE?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2015

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Shaharyar Khan on Friday said that former England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) chief Giles Clarke is playing a role in trying to revive the planned India-Pakistan bilateral cricket series in December.