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Jet suspends all flights between UAE and India

Jet suspends all flights between UAE and India

Rediff.com9 Sep 2009

Jet Airways has suspended all its flights between the United Arab Emirates and India after almost half of its pilots did not report for duties protesting against sacking of two of their colleagues.

First ever Indian woman with alleged ISIS link deported by UAE

First ever Indian woman with alleged ISIS link deported by UAE

Rediff.com11 Sep 2015

An Indian woman, allegedly involved in carrying out recruitment for the dreaded Islamic State terror outfit, was today deported by the United Arab Emirates after which she was arrested n Hyderabad.

Kuwait bans God Tussi Great Ho

Kuwait bans God Tussi Great Ho

Rediff.com21 Aug 2008

The country's ministry of information decided to impose ban on the movie as it 'reportedly violates teachings of Islam,' a Kuwait National Cinema Company (KNCC) official told the Arab Times.

6 pocket-friendly foreign destinations to head to

6 pocket-friendly foreign destinations to head to

Rediff.com5 Nov 2018

The destinations have a lot to offer in terms of adventure, culture and entertainment.

Ignored Yuvraj Singh finds place in MCC squad

Ignored Yuvraj Singh finds place in MCC squad

Rediff.com30 Jan 2015

Yuvraj Singh has been included in Marylebone Cricket Club squad to play in Emirates T20

What cities look like during the coronavirus quarantine

What cities look like during the coronavirus quarantine

Rediff.com21 Apr 2020

Closures, travel restrictions, and self-isolation measures due to the coronavirus have cleared public squares, roads, and travel destinations across the globe. Photographers have been capturing the eerie stillness of these public spaces, recently emptied of the crowds they were built for.

ICC expands Umpires Elite Panel

ICC expands Umpires Elite Panel

Rediff.com31 Oct 2007

The International Cricket Council Board decided to expand the Elite Panel of Umpires from 10 to 12 to cope with the busy international schedule.

Did Doval exchange a princess for Christian Michel?

Did Doval exchange a princess for Christian Michel?

Rediff.com17 Dec 2018

'As she was dragged off the yacht, the princess cried, "I won't go back to the UAE, just kill me now!"' 'She hasn't been heard of since then.' 'Perhaps she is dead.' 'If so, Modi's government has blood on its hands,' notes Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

Cricket Buzz: Pakistan to continue playing home games in the UAE

Cricket Buzz: Pakistan to continue playing home games in the UAE

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

Uncertainty arose following reports that the Afghanistan Premier League would be played in UAE in October, coinciding with Pakistan's home series against Australia and New Zealand.

IPL Bio-Bubble: Franchises fret over WAGS, security, hospitality

IPL Bio-Bubble: Franchises fret over WAGS, security, hospitality

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

Some of the franchises have questions which probably BCCI will need to answer in their SOPs.

The man who helped Indian Mujahideen operatives flee India

The man who helped Indian Mujahideen operatives flee India

Rediff.com28 May 2014

A 'travel agent', Sultan Ahmed Faizan alias Faizan Azmi, in his confession to the National Investigation Agency, talks about how he forged documents that helped terrorists slip out of the country. Vicky Nanjappa reports.

Australia rope in Kings XI Punjab leggie to prepare for Pak Tests

Australia rope in Kings XI Punjab leggie to prepare for Pak Tests

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

'Countering Yasir is Australia's number one priority'

Australia desperate to be competitive for next year's World Cup

Australia desperate to be competitive for next year's World Cup

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

As Steve Smith and David Warner padded up at suburban Sydney cricket grounds over the weekend, the warm spring sunshine may have seemed fitting weather for the banned Australian cricketers to take a small but important step in their rehabilitation.

Indians in UAE await 'once in a lifetime' Modi moment

Indians in UAE await 'once in a lifetime' Modi moment

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

The Indian community in the United Arab Emirates is eagerly waiting to hear and cheer Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a Madison Square-like event in Dubai on Monday that is expected to draw over 50,000 people.

44 Kerala nurses return to Kochi from strife-torn Libya

44 Kerala nurses return to Kochi from strife-torn Libya

Rediff.com5 Aug 2014

Relief writ large on their faces, 44 Indian nurses working in strife-torn Libya arrived in Kochi on Tuesday morning from Dubai even as four others are bound for different destinations in the country.

Report says UAE group buys Man City

Report says UAE group buys Man City

Rediff.com1 Sep 2008

United Arab Emirates company has bought Premier League club Manchester City, a local magazine reported on Monday. Abu Dhabi United Group for Development and Investment completed the deal late on Sunday, Arabian Business magazine reported, citing board member Sulaiman al-Fahim.

VVIP choppers deal: CBI to seek Michel's extradition

VVIP choppers deal: CBI to seek Michel's extradition

Rediff.com18 Nov 2016

The Central Bureau of Investigation will soon approach United Arab Emirates authorities seeking extradition of British national and alleged middleman Christian Michel James in connection with its probe in the Rs 3,600 crore AgustaWestland VVIP choppers deal.

Ex-airline CMD flagged Praful's favour to rivals

Ex-airline CMD flagged Praful's favour to rivals

Rediff.com19 Jun 2019

The letter was sent as an early warning of what was then widely being perceived as a plunder of national resources.

UAE property giants target India

UAE property giants target India

Rediff.com23 Sep 2006

Leading United Arab Emirates-based firms, especially in the real estate sector, have joined the list of global companies, targetting investments in India in hotels, malls, healthcare, housing, IT parks and integrated townships.

NIA busts terror funding module of Hafiz Saeed's outfit

NIA busts terror funding module of Hafiz Saeed's outfit

Rediff.com26 Sep 2018

According to the FIR, some Delhi-based individuals were receiving funds from FIF operatives based abroad and were using it for terror activities.

Starc ready to carry burden of lone paceman against Pakistan

Starc ready to carry burden of lone paceman against Pakistan

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

Mitchell Starc is ready step up and do the heavy lifting as Australia's sole specialist pace bowler should the tourists opt for a three-pronged spin attack in next month's two-Test series against Pakistan.

Corporate lobbyist Deepak Talwar has links with Mallya, says ED

Corporate lobbyist Deepak Talwar has links with Mallya, says ED

Rediff.com7 Feb 2019

ED has submitted a chart of total $60.54 million received by the firms directly or indirectly owned by Talwar between April 23, 2008 to February 6, 2009.

World Cup Fanzone: Sunny, sielfies and more...

World Cup Fanzone: Sunny, sielfies and more...

Rediff.com28 Feb 2015

Bouyed by the vociferous crowd at the WACA, India thrashed UAE by 9 wickets.

PCB seeks government clearance on proposed bilateral series with India

PCB seeks government clearance on proposed bilateral series with India

Rediff.com24 Nov 2015

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB)has sought the permission of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif to play their proposed bilateral series with India on a mutually agreed neutral venue.

Ganguly joins Sehwag, Lara for Masters Champions League

Ganguly joins Sehwag, Lara for Masters Champions League

Rediff.com30 Nov 2015

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly will join compatriot Virender Sehwag and other top cricketers from around the world in the inaugural edition of the Masters Champions League Twenty20 tournament, to be held in the United Arab Emirates in January.

Cisco to invest $1.6 bn in UAE

Cisco to invest $1.6 bn in UAE

Rediff.com22 Jan 2008

The networking giant said the investment, which includes the opening new offices in Dubai and Abu Dhabi and sponsored research, will generate 650 new jobs by the end of 2010. Cisco also will spend $400 million in the area through its Cisco Systems Capital Corp, a financing subsidiary.

PHOTOS: Heavy rains in Delhi break 46-year record

PHOTOS: Heavy rains in Delhi break 46-year record

Rediff.com11 Sep 2021

Delhiites woke up to the sound of thunder and lightning this morning and, according to the weather department, the city recorded 117.9 mm rainfall from 5:30 AM to 2.30 PM.

Love my homeland, will be back: Musharraf leaves Pakistan after ban lifted

Love my homeland, will be back: Musharraf leaves Pakistan after ban lifted

Rediff.com18 Mar 2016

Musharraf boarded an Emirates flight bound for Dubai that departed from Karachi airport at 4.25 am.

PM Modi on two-day UAE visit from Sunday

PM Modi on two-day UAE visit from Sunday

Rediff.com15 Aug 2015

During his visit, first by an Indian prime minister in 34 years, Modi will seek to enhance cooperation in energy and trade and reach out to investors to hardsell India as an attractive business destination.

Asian Cup: Gutsy India go down fighting to UAE

Asian Cup: Gutsy India go down fighting to UAE

Rediff.com10 Jan 2019

India left their scoring boots and luck behind while hosts United Arab Emirates found both after a subdued opener to record a 2-0 win in the AFC Asian Cup in Dubai on Thursday.

Finch fires Australia back into World Cup contention

Finch fires Australia back into World Cup contention

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

Resurgent Australia completed a 5-0 whitewash of Pakistan in Dubai on Sunday, with all top four batsmen posting half-centuries in a commanding 20-run win, the team's eighth in succession.

IPL aims to bring normality amid pandemic

IPL aims to bring normality amid pandemic

Rediff.com18 Sep 2020

It will not be the first time that the competition has had to be held outside India.

India stops exports, Onion prices rise in UAE

India stops exports, Onion prices rise in UAE

Rediff.com4 Oct 2007

Onion prices may jump during the Eid festival in the UAE as the Indian government has suspended fresh exports of the commodity for a fortnight in the wake of soaring domestic prices.

Concussion knocks South Africa's Smith out of ODIs

Concussion knocks South Africa's Smith out of ODIs

Rediff.com6 Nov 2013

South Africa Test captain Graeme Smith has been withdrawn from their last three one-day internationals against Pakistan because of "post concussion syndrome", team manager Mohammed Moosajee said on Wednesday.

Jones's MCL not to compete with Tendulkar-Warne league

Jones's MCL not to compete with Tendulkar-Warne league

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

Jones said both the leagues have "their own space" and can co-exist.

Modi sells India dream to UAE prime minister

Modi sells India dream to UAE prime minister

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

India's major import items from UAE include petroleum and petroleum products, precious metals, stones, gems, jewellery, minerals and chemicals

Benazir books 130 tickets to Pak

Benazir books 130 tickets to Pak

Rediff.com28 Sep 2007

Bhutto plans to travel by Emirates Airlines with a two-hour stop-over in Dubai before landing in Karachi on October 18

Modi embarks on 4-day visit to West Asia

Modi embarks on 4-day visit to West Asia

Rediff.com9 Feb 2018

The prime minister's visit will begin from Palestine on February 10 after transiting through Jordan, where he will meet King Abdullah II.

Mumbai airport's T2 terminal to open on Wednesday

Mumbai airport's T2 terminal to open on Wednesday

Rediff.com9 Feb 2014

Prithviraj Chavan will inaugurate the elevated road linking the western express highway to T2 on Wednesday morning.

Only asymptomatic Indians to fly back home from UAE

Only asymptomatic Indians to fly back home from UAE

Rediff.com6 May 2020

The first two special flights that will operate from Thursday to evacuate Indians stranded in the UAE due to the coronavirus pandemic