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ICC asks BCCI to explain why India won't go to Pakistan

ICC asks BCCI to explain why India won't go to Pakistan

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

The ICC has officially asked for a written explanation from BCCI regarding its decision to not send the Indian cricket team to Pakistan.

In Kuwait, Modi meets Mahabharata, Ramayana's Arabic translator

In Kuwait, Modi meets Mahabharata, Ramayana's Arabic translator

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met two Kuwaiti nationals who translated and published India's two iconic epics, Mahabharata and Ramayana in Arabic during his two-day visit to Kuwait. Modi, who praised their work, said it highlights the popularity of Indian culture globally. His visit to Kuwait is the first by an Indian prime minister in 43 years.

BCCI gives nod to Emirates Cricket Board to host IPL

BCCI gives nod to Emirates Cricket Board to host IPL

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

'... both boards will be working together from now on to stage the tournament'.

FA Cup: Man United down Arsenal on penalties

FA Cup: Man United down Arsenal on penalties

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

Joshua Zirkzee scored the winning penalty for 10-man Manchester United against Arsenal after their hectic FA Cup third round tie finished 1-1 after extra time.

ICC action on home soil has Pakistan fans buzzing

ICC action on home soil has Pakistan fans buzzing

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

The national team, captained for the bulk of those years by Misbah Ul Haq, hosted its 'home' games in the United Arab Emirates and remained relatively successful until fixtures trickled back onto Pakistani soil in 2018.

Check Out Women's T20 World Cup Schedule

Check Out Women's T20 World Cup Schedule

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

India's women's cricket team will kick off their campaign against New Zealand on October 4 at the Dubai international stadium.

Emirates denies SpiceJet stake buy reports

Emirates denies SpiceJet stake buy reports

Rediff.com3 Aug 2013

Dubai-based Emirates Airline has termed reports that it is holding discussions with Indian carrier SpiceJet for buying a stake in the airline as 'inaccurate' and said that it was busy with its own expansion plans.

Youngest ever! 13-year-old enters IPL auction

Youngest ever! 13-year-old enters IPL auction

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

Thirteen-year-old India U-19 cricketer Vaibhav Suryavanshi from Bihar is the youngest among the lot at Rs 30 lakh base price.

UCL: Arsenal see off Dinamo to move to brink of last 16

UCL: Arsenal see off Dinamo to move to brink of last 16

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

Magnificent Martinez helps Inter defeat Sparta Prague 1-0

More Delhi-Dubai Emirates flights

More Delhi-Dubai Emirates flights

Rediff.com12 Jan 2005

Taking advantage of India's 'open sky' policy, United Arab Emirates' premier carrier Emirates has launched additional flights between Delhi and Dubai to meet the increased levels of outbound traffic.

How real is Trump's 100% tariff threat on BRICS?

How real is Trump's 100% tariff threat on BRICS?

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

President-elect Donald Trump's warning that BRICS countries will face 100 per cent tariffs if they choose to move away from the US dollar is unclear to what extent he will carry out his threat, as it remains to be seen if the US laws permit such an action, former RBI Governor Duvvuri Subbarao said on Monday. He also said even for BRICS, there are internal differences about bringing out an alternative to the US dollar.

Taliban appoint acting consul in Mumbai mission, first such move in India

Taliban appoint acting consul in Mumbai mission, first such move in India

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

The Taliban regime has appointed Ikramuddin Kamil as the acting consul in the Afghan mission in Mumbai, Afghan media has reported. This is the first such appointment made by the Taliban set up to any Afghan mission in India. The appointment, announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan, is seen as an effort to strengthen diplomatic ties with India and enhance its presence abroad. Kamil, who holds a PhD degree in international law, is expected to facilitate consular services and represent the interests of Afghanistan in India.

Dubai's crisis may hit Emirates Airlines

Dubai's crisis may hit Emirates Airlines

Rediff.com7 Dec 2009

If Emirates Airlines is caught in the Dubai debt crisis, it may force the carrier to moderate its expansion, which could hurt aircraft manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus, as it has placed orders worth $55 billion with them.

'The ball is going to miss you, and so will all of us'

'The ball is going to miss you, and so will all of us'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Messi and Iniesta shared the Barca dressing between 2005 and 2018, together winning nine La Liga titles, four Champions League crowns and won two trebles in 2009 and 2015.

EPL Amazes Chahars, Yuzi, Shaw

EPL Amazes Chahars, Yuzi, Shaw

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

Deepak Chahar and his wife Jaya enjoyed their first-ever live English Premier League match as Arsenal faced Wolves at the Emirates stadium.

Will Modi meet Xi at BRICS summit in Russia? China says...

Will Modi meet Xi at BRICS summit in Russia? China says...

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

China's foreign ministry on Monday parried questions on a possible meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in Russia this week.

Cricket, hockey, shooting, badminton dropped from CWG

Cricket, hockey, shooting, badminton dropped from CWG

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

In a body blow to India's medal prospects in the Commonwealth Games, key sports such as hockey, badminton, wrestling, cricket and shooting have been dropped from the 2026 edition by host city Glasgow, which unveiled a pruned roster of 10 disciplines to keep the event budget-friendly.

Now select Emirates seats online!

Now select Emirates seats online!

Rediff.com31 Jul 2007

Emirates is now making this feature available to customers of all classes instead of only those travelling first and business class, a press release said in Dubai.

EPL PIX: Liverpool, Arsenal held to draws; Newcastle cruise

EPL PIX: Liverpool, Arsenal held to draws; Newcastle cruise

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

Liverpool's Diogo Jota bagged a last-gasp equaliser to salvage a breathless 2-2 Edraw against Fulham.

Modi, Qatar's emir hold talks to boost bilateral ties

Modi, Qatar's emir hold talks to boost bilateral ties

Rediff.com5 Jun 2016

With an intent to give a push to India-Qatar ties, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani on Sunday held detailed talks on a wide range of issues.

Tour for Champions Trophy commences in Pakistan

Tour for Champions Trophy commences in Pakistan

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

Sources in the PCB yesterday said the trophy tour was planned in consultation and with the approval of the ICC and it was not a unilateral decision of the PCB.

Go find another 'sucker': Trump's warning to India, China, Russia

Go find another 'sucker': Trump's warning to India, China, Russia

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

United States President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday warned BRICS countries against any move to replace the US dollar and has sought a commitment from the nine-member group that includes India, Russia, China, and Brazil.

Emirates places record order to Boeing

Emirates places record order to Boeing

Rediff.com14 Nov 2011

The order, with a cumulative value of $18 billion, is the single largest commercial airplane order in Boeing's history by dollar value.

Indo-Pak ties continue to impact ICC Champions Trophy prep

Indo-Pak ties continue to impact ICC Champions Trophy prep

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

The International Cricket Council (ICC) expressed its satisfaction over the detailed briefing of arrangements presented by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) officials for next year's Champions Trophy, sources told Geo News.

T20 World Cup 2024: Women cricketers set to make millions!

T20 World Cup 2024: Women cricketers set to make millions!

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

The winners of the tournament will receive $2.34 million, more than double the $1 million awarded to Australia for winning the previous edition of the tournament in 2023.

India Must Not Lower Guard With China

India Must Not Lower Guard With China

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

The Galwan clash occurred six months after the Doklam disengagement and two high-profile meetings. India should not be caught by surprise once again, asserts former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

Why Tailor Your Travel Insurance

Why Tailor Your Travel Insurance

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Before heading abroad, ensure your travel insurance policy offers all essential coverage and has an adequate sum insured.

World Cup '26: Japan, Iran top Asian qualifying charts

World Cup '26: Japan, Iran top Asian qualifying charts

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Japan's march to the 2026 World Cup continued on Tuesday as Hajime Moriyasu's side handed China a 3-1 defeat in Xiamen while Iran eked out a late 3-2 win over Kyrgyzstan and South Korea were held to a 1-1 draw by Palestine.

2nd case of Mpox reported in Kerala, govt goes into huddle

2nd case of Mpox reported in Kerala, govt goes into huddle

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

The Kerala health department on Friday said another Mpox case was reported in the state and urged those who have symptoms to seek treatment.

Emirates launches additional flight to Mumbai

Emirates launches additional flight to Mumbai

Rediff.com29 Oct 2007

The additional Dubai-Mumbai flight will offer passengers a second morning flight to India's financial capital, taking the weekly total to 28 flights. Earlier this year, Emirates enhanced its existing 19- flights-per-week Mumbai service with the launch of two additional frequencies, taking the weekly service to 21 flights per week.

PIX: Arsenal rise to second with win over Ipswich

PIX: Arsenal rise to second with win over Ipswich

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

Arsenal moved up to second in the Premier League and within six points of Liverpool after a largely trouble-free, if slightly pedestrian, 1-0 win at home to struggling Ipswich Town on a chilly night in north London on Friday.

League Cup: Liverpool hammer West Ham; Teen stars for Arsenal

League Cup: Liverpool hammer West Ham; Teen stars for Arsenal

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

IMAGES from League Cup matches played on Wednesday.

England captain Knight fined over social media post

England captain Knight fined over social media post

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

The photo was deemed offensive and in breach of ECB directive 3.3, about "acts or omission prejudicial to the interests of cricket or which may bring cricket/cricketers into disrepute".

Kuwait Emir Sheikh Jaber dead

Kuwait Emir Sheikh Jaber dead

Rediff.com15 Jan 2006

Sheikh Jaber led Kuwait for nearly 30 years.

This will be Arsenal's year, reckons star player

This will be Arsenal's year, reckons star player

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

'We believe in ourselves, we believe we're a top team.'

ICC to move Champions Trophy out of Pakistan?

ICC to move Champions Trophy out of Pakistan?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

It is believed that India is unlikely to get the government's clearance to travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy.

Emirates starts online tourist visa service

Emirates starts online tourist visa service

Rediff.com18 May 2010

Dubai-based Emirates Airline has started an online tourist visa service for its passengers, a move that could attract more tourists, including from India, who are not automatically granted visas on arrival.

A yr of Israel-Hamas war: Trade with W Asia holds steady

A yr of Israel-Hamas war: Trade with W Asia holds steady

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

A year after a Hamas attack against Israel on October 7 and the ensuing Israeli invasion of the Gaza Strip, India's trade with most West Asian countries has largely escaped any major disruption, except with countries like Israel, Lebanon, and Jordan. However, repeated flare-ups of geopolitical tensions in the region continue to drive up shipping and logistics costs.

India's domestic air tariff up 43% in 5 yrs, just behind Vietnam

India's domestic air tariff up 43% in 5 yrs, just behind Vietnam

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

India has recorded the second-highest increase in domestic airfares in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) and West Asian regions, climbing by 43 per cent in the first half of 2024 compared to pre-pandemic levels in 2019, second only to Vietnam (63 per cent). India ranks third in fare increases during the same period in international skies, behind the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Malaysia. The airfare study conducted by Airports Council International (ACI), which represents 617 airports in this region, was done in partnership with Flare Aviation Consulting.