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Imran Khan is Pak army's 'proxy', best time for talks: Mehbooba Mufti

Imran Khan is Pak army's 'proxy', best time for talks: Mehbooba Mufti

Rediff.com18 Dec 2018

Mehbooba said there was a huge difference between former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee's regime and the current one under PM Narendra Modi.

Pakistan EC disqualifies former PM Imran Khan for 5 years

Pakistan EC disqualifies former PM Imran Khan for 5 years

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

Pakistan's Election Commission on Friday disqualified former prime minister Imran Khan for five years in the Toshakhana case for hiding proceeds from the sale of gifts he received from foreign leaders.

Imran Khan opts for simple oath ceremony, not to invite foreign leaders

Imran Khan opts for simple oath ceremony, not to invite foreign leaders

Rediff.com2 Aug 2018

The cricketer-turned-politician has opted against a fancy ceremony and will take his oath in a simple ceremony at Aiwan-e-Sadr (President House).

'Hope democracy takes deeper roots in Pak': PM Modi congratulates Imran Khan

'Hope democracy takes deeper roots in Pak': PM Modi congratulates Imran Khan

Rediff.com30 Jul 2018

The prime minister also reiterated his vision of peace and development in the entire neighborhood.

PCB gets Imran Khan's backing to criminalise match-fixing

PCB gets Imran Khan's backing to criminalise match-fixing

Rediff.com17 Jun 2020

Under the new code, the board intends to criminalise match-fixing and spot-fixing and also specify punishments for offenders, including jail time.

Imran Khan, Qadri booked under anti-terrorist act

Imran Khan, Qadri booked under anti-terrorist act

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

Cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan and fiery cleric Tahir-ul-Qadri have been booked under the anti-terrorist act for attempting to attack Pakistan's parliament.

Imran Khan seeks fresh polls in Pak after stunning Punjab win

Imran Khan seeks fresh polls in Pak after stunning Punjab win

Rediff.com18 Jul 2022

Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) won 15 of 20 seats up for grabs in the politically crucial province of Punjab on Sunday, dealing a major blow to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and his 13-party alliance led by the ruling PML-N.

Pak PM Imran Khan congratulates team for 'great comeback'

Pak PM Imran Khan congratulates team for 'great comeback'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2019

With this win, Pakistan are now in the sixth spot with seven points, keeping their hopes alive of reaching the knock-out stage.

No enmity with the Taliban, says Imran Khan's party

No enmity with the Taliban, says Imran Khan's party

Rediff.com17 May 2013

The chief minister-designate of the militancy-hit Pakistani province of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa on Friday said his party had "no enmity" with the Taliban and was ready to hold talks with the militants.

Pak court orders police to arrest Imran Khan

Pak court orders police to arrest Imran Khan

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

The court also ordered arrest of cleric Tahirul Qadri by November 17 in connection with an attack on the PTV headquarters in 2014.

Imran Khan and his team who promise a 'Naya Pakistan'

Imran Khan and his team who promise a 'Naya Pakistan'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2018

Many of Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf members who emerged victorious have their own distinctive style. While there is an expectation of a 'Naya Pakistan' to emerge out of this political reversal, it seems the country is also set to embrace the party's 'Naya' style as well.

Imran Khan: I am careful about whom I work with

Imran Khan: I am careful about whom I work with

Rediff.com12 Nov 2013

Imran Khan talks about his new film Gori Tere Pyar Mein and his equation with Ekta Kapoor.

Imran Khan claims victory amid allegations of rigging

Imran Khan claims victory amid allegations of rigging

Rediff.com27 Jul 2018

A single party will need at least 137 of the directly elected seats to be able to form the government on its own.

Imran Khan: I borrowed my mannerisms from Anil Kapoor

Imran Khan: I borrowed my mannerisms from Anil Kapoor

Rediff.com31 May 2013

The first look of Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai Again was launched in a retro style.

I am not worthy of Nobel Peace Prize: Imran Khan

I am not worthy of Nobel Peace Prize: Imran Khan

Rediff.com4 Mar 2019

The Pakistani PM said that one who solves the Kashmir dispute to pave the way for peace and human development in the subcontinent should receive the award.

Duplicate Key ATM Theft: UP Man Nabbed in Kerala

Duplicate Key ATM Theft: UP Man Nabbed in Kerala

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

A 34-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh was arrested in Kerala for allegedly using duplicate keys to steal ATM cards from two-wheelers and withdraw money from bank accounts.

Imran Khan says terror ok if no other option

Imran Khan says terror ok if no other option

Rediff.com9 Jan 2009

Imran Khan, Pakistan's cricketing icon and head of the Tehreek e Insaaf party, told a court in Britain that he was in support of the right of people to take up arms against their government if there was no democratic alternative before them, The Independent newspaper has reported

Working on developing world's 'best cricket team': Imran Khan

Working on developing world's 'best cricket team': Imran Khan

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

The cricketer-turned-politician addressed a gathering of Pakistani-Americans at Capital One Arena in downtown Washington DC on Sunday.

Imran Khan rejects reports of Army chief Gen Bajwa's dismissal

Imran Khan rejects reports of Army chief Gen Bajwa's dismissal

Rediff.com10 Apr 2022

"There was neither any talk of dismissing the army chief nor was this on the cards," Khan told journalists after chairing an emergency Cabinet meeting.

Imran Khan advises US to strike deal with Taliban

Imran Khan advises US to strike deal with Taliban

Rediff.com23 Feb 2009

Pakistani cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan has urged the United States to strike a deal with the Taliban in Afghanistan on the pattern of the Swat pact, saying that the real threat was from the Al Qaeda. "The only way forward is dialogue, which is what (Afghan President) Hamid Karzai is finally saying. You have to start talking to the Taliban," Khan said. He warned that US President Barack Obama's Afghan policy is 'exactly the same way as the mess' made by Bush.

8 killed, 40 injured in stampede at Imran Khan's rally in Multan

8 killed, 40 injured in stampede at Imran Khan's rally in Multan

Rediff.com11 Oct 2014

At least eight people, including a child, were killed and 40 injured in a stampede at a public rally by opposition leader Imran Khan in central Pakistan on Friday.

Imran Khan's party leading as Pakistan counts the votes

Imran Khan's party leading as Pakistan counts the votes

Rediff.com26 Jul 2018

Counting has begun for the election which will be the second democratic transition of power in the nation's 70-year history.

Imran Khan to attend 'banned' Jamaat-ud Dawa's convention

Imran Khan to attend 'banned' Jamaat-ud Dawa's convention

Rediff.com19 Jan 2012

Banned terror organisation Jamaat-ud Dawa (JuD) has said that Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf chief Imran Khan has confirmed his presence at the January 29 Difa-e-Pakistan gathering.

'I respect Imran Khan's views but Sachin is an exception'

'I respect Imran Khan's views but Sachin is an exception'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2012

Former Pakistan leg-spinner Abdul Qadir is of the opinion that it should be left to Sachin Tendulkar to decide when he wants to retire from international cricket.

Trump will meet Imran Khan on July 22: White House

Trump will meet Imran Khan on July 22: White House

Rediff.com10 Jul 2019

The visit will focus on strengthening cooperation between the US and Pakistan to bring peace, stability, and economic prosperity to a region that has seen far too much conflict, it said.

'Pakistan Is Facing The Wrath Of Its Own Creation In PoK'

'Pakistan Is Facing The Wrath Of Its Own Creation In PoK'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2026

'The anger among the PoK public is unlikely to subside against Pakistani State in the near future.'

Pakistan should not play against India in Dharamsala: Imran Khan

Pakistan should not play against India in Dharamsala: Imran Khan

Rediff.com6 Mar 2016

Former skipper Imran Khan feels that Pakistan should not play its scheduled World T20 match against India in Dharamsala on March 19 given the "hateful statements and resistance" shown by Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh. According to Dawn News, Imran told the media on Sunday that he was disappointment with the statements issued by the ChiefMinister. "The statement by the Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister is an irresponsible one and is totally against the standards of hospitality and hosting. The Chief Minister's statements clearly promote hate," said Imran. "Amid this situation, I don't believe the Pakistan team should play at Himachal Pradesh," he added. Virbhadra Singh had earlier expressed inability to provide security for the match between India and Pakistan in the wake of objections raised by the Kangra-based families of martyrs and ex-servicemen, who consider hosting Pakistan as an "insult" to the soldiers who lost their lives in Pathankot airbase terror attack in January.

Pak EC issues arrest warrants for Imran Khan, aides in contempt case

Pak EC issues arrest warrants for Imran Khan, aides in contempt case

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

Pakistan's top election body on Tuesday issued bailable arrest warrants for former prime minister Imran Khan and other top leaders of his party in a contempt case.

Pak PM Imran Khan calls Osama bin Laden 'martyr'

Pak PM Imran Khan calls Osama bin Laden 'martyr'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2020

Speaking in parliament during the budget session, Khan said the American forces entered Pakistan and killed Laden without informing Islamabad after which everyone started abusing his country.

Knew day before there was a plot to kill me: Imran Khan

Knew day before there was a plot to kill me: Imran Khan

Rediff.com4 Nov 2022

Khan said he was hit by four bullets on his right leg during the assassination attempt.

Imran Khan to celebrate month of anti-government protests

Imran Khan to celebrate month of anti-government protests

Rediff.com11 Sep 2014

Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf chief Imran Khan has said that his supporters will put up a grand show on Saturday to celebrate completion of one month of anti-government protests seeking ouster of embattled Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif.

PIX: Meet Imran Khan's adorable baby!

PIX: Meet Imran Khan's adorable baby!

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

The little girl turns one today, June 9.

No Taliban and Al Qaeda threat to me: Imran Khan

No Taliban and Al Qaeda threat to me: Imran Khan

Rediff.com28 Feb 2012

Cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan on Tuesday said slain former premier Benazir Bhutto had faced a threat from the Taliban and al-Qaeda because she had pledged to take action against the two groups but there is no similar danger to him.

Imran Khan: Happy to be compared to a talented person like Ranbir

Imran Khan: Happy to be compared to a talented person like Ranbir

Rediff.com14 Aug 2013

Imran tells us why he likes to be compared to Ranbir Kapoor and why he is scared of reviving the Nasir Hussain Films banner.

Imran Khan incapable, clueless; betrayed people of Pakistan: Opposition

Imran Khan incapable, clueless; betrayed people of Pakistan: Opposition

Rediff.com19 Oct 2020

The Pakistan Democratic Movement, an alliance of 11 opposition parties formed on September 20, has launched a three-phased anti-government movement under an "action plan" to remove the Khan-led Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf government.

Chennaiyin FC Seek Home Advantage Against Unbeaten FC Goa

Chennaiyin FC Seek Home Advantage Against Unbeaten FC Goa

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Chennaiyin FC aims to build on their recent victory against Kerala Blasters as they host FC Goa in their first home match of the Indian Super League season.

Pakistan has other 'options', Imran Khan's aide tells US

Pakistan has other 'options', Imran Khan's aide tells US

Rediff.com5 Aug 2021

"We've been told every time that... (the phone call) will happen, it's technical reasons or whatever. But frankly, people don't believe it," he said. "If a phone call is a concession, if a security relationship is a concession, Pakistan has options," he added, refusing to elaborate.

Rift in Imran Khan's party over anti-govt protests, top leader expelled

Rift in Imran Khan's party over anti-govt protests, top leader expelled

Rediff.com31 Aug 2014

Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek- i-Insaf party suffered a major setback after party president and senior politician Javed Hashmi was expelled after he criticised the cricketer-turned-politician's decision to march to the official residence of Premier Nawaz Sharif.

Meet Imran Khan, the Rajasthani PM Modi hailed in Wembley

Meet Imran Khan, the Rajasthani PM Modi hailed in Wembley

Rediff.com14 Nov 2015

Prime Minister Modi, who was addressing the Indian diaspora at the Wembley Stadium in London, said that he was sure of India's bright future because his vision of India, was the India of Imran Khan who created and gave education apps for free

Senior leader of Imran Khan's party shot dead in Karachi

Senior leader of Imran Khan's party shot dead in Karachi

Rediff.com19 May 2013

A founder member of Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf party was shot dead by unidentified gunmen outside her residence in Karachi, hours before partial re-polling for the national assembly seat in the area.