News for 'Kolkata Test'

SRH's Hasaranga set to miss first three IPL matches

SRH's Hasaranga set to miss first three IPL matches

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

It remains to be seen if the right-arm spinner will be available for SRH's home fixture against Chennai Super Kings on April 5.

Bengaluru cafe blast: Two accused sent to 10-day NIA custody

Bengaluru cafe blast: Two accused sent to 10-day NIA custody

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

The NIA had arrested Mussavir Hussain Shazib and Adbul Matheen Ahmed Taahaa from Kolkata for their alleged role in March 1 blast at Rameshwaram Cafe here, which left 10 people injured.

Kolkata turns pink as countdown for first Day/Night Test begins

Kolkata turns pink as countdown for first Day/Night Test begins

Rediff.com17 Nov 2019

With the two teams arriving in Kolkata in the next 48 hours, all roads in the 'City of Joy' lead to the Eden.

RSS chief flags threats from 'Deep State', 'wokeism', 'cultural Marxist'

RSS chief flags threats from 'Deep State', 'wokeism', 'cultural Marxist'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

According to Bhagwat, a narrative is being spread in neighbouring Bangladesh, which recently witnessed a massive political upheaval, that India is a threat and they should join Pakistan as a defence against Bharat. Who is spreading such a narrative, he asked.

The man behind Kuldeep's improved batting...

The man behind Kuldeep's improved batting...

Rediff.com6 May 2024

In India's 4-1 triumph over England at home, Kuldeep contributed with not just the ball but also the bat. He scored 97 runs in six innings at an average of 19.40, with the best score of 30.

Venkatesh Iyer joins Lancashire for a short stint

Venkatesh Iyer joins Lancashire for a short stint

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

India and Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer on Friday joined Lancashire for a short stint

DoctorSpeak: What You Must Know About A Heart Attack

DoctorSpeak: What You Must Know About A Heart Attack

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

Dr Ruchit Shah, interventional cardiologist at Mumbai's Masina Hospital, tackles important questions related to the heart.

DK's explosive batting to light up Legends League Cricket

DK's explosive batting to light up Legends League Cricket

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Known for his explosive batting in the middle order, his quick glove work behind the stumps, and most recently his exceptional work as a commentator, DK's transition into the LLC marks a new chapter in his career

Navy Tests Ship-Launched BrahMos Missile

Navy Tests Ship-Launched BrahMos Missile

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

In a boost to the Aatmanirbhar Bharat campaign, the Indian Navy on Sunday successfully test-fired the ship-launched version of the BrahMos supersonic missile in the Arabian Sea.

Team India begin preparation under lights for Day/Night Test

Team India begin preparation under lights for Day/Night Test

Rediff.com17 Nov 2019

The second Test between India and Bangladesh will be a day-night Test and will be played with a pink ball.

New Head Coach Gambhir 'honoured to serve tricolour'

New Head Coach Gambhir 'honoured to serve tricolour'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

'I have always taken pride while donning the Indian jersey during my playing days and it is going to be no different when I take up this new role.'

Test debut for Indore; Kolkata & Kanpur to host NZ Tests

Test debut for Indore; Kolkata & Kanpur to host NZ Tests

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

Indore is set to host its first-ever Test during the three-match series against New Zealand in September-October as India's top cricketers, in a unique way, on Tuesday, announced the full schedule of the tour that will kick start the team's home season.

'I Don't Know What I Am Going To Do'

'I Don't Know What I Am Going To Do'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

The political heat in West Bengal has been giving the rising mercury levels serious competition since the high court order.

Nagpur, Kolkata to host Ind-SA Tests

Nagpur, Kolkata to host Ind-SA Tests

Rediff.com3 Jan 2010

Test cricket will return to Eden Gardens after a two-year gap after BCCI on Sunday named Kolkata and Nagpur as the venues of the two-match India-South Africa Test series scheduled next month.

SC seeks response of Centre, NTA for CBI probe in NEET exam

SC seeks response of Centre, NTA for CBI probe in NEET exam

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

The Centre and the National Testing Agency (NTA) had on Thursday told the Supreme Court they had cancelled the grace marks given to 1,563 candidates who took the examination for admission to MBBS and other such courses.

Rahul, Shreyas Set To Enter IPL Auction!

Rahul, Shreyas Set To Enter IPL Auction!

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Shreyas Iyer, who led KKR to the IPL 2024 title, could be headed for the players' auction after failing to make a breakthrough in negotiations, while K L Rahul is also unlikely to be retained by LSG.

Two new-ball rule unfair to finger spinners: Gambhir

Two new-ball rule unfair to finger spinners: Gambhir

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Former India opener Gautam Gambhir has urged the International Cricket Council to revisit the two new-ball rule in limited-over formats, saying it is "unfair" to finger spinners.

Ranji-winning coach to helm Kolkata Knight Riders

Ranji-winning coach to helm Kolkata Knight Riders

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

The 60-year-old Pandit played five Tests and 36 ODIs for India between mid '80s to early '90s.

Mamata free to make statements on guv, but...: HC

Mamata free to make statements on guv, but...: HC

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

Modifying the single bench order, the division bench presided by Justice I P Mukerji directed that Banerjee and Ghosh will be free to make any statement concerning the Governor, not crossing the contours of freedom of speech and expression and public duty.

Teenager sent to Kolkata for forensic test

Teenager sent to Kolkata for forensic test

Rediff.com29 Feb 2012

A teenaged deaf and dumb patient whose family complained that their daughter had been raped at the Bankura Sammilani Medical College Hospital was on Wednesday taken to Kolkata by police and Health department doctors for forensic tests, police said.

SC to hear plea against Bombay HC upholding hijab ban in colleges

SC to hear plea against Bombay HC upholding hijab ban in colleges

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

The Supreme Court will hear on Friday a plea challenging a Bombay high court verdict upholding a Mumbai college's decision to ban hijabs, burqas and naqabs inside the campus.

Dinesh Karthik announces retirement on 39th birthday!

Dinesh Karthik announces retirement on 39th birthday!

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

Dinesh Karthik announced his retirement from cricket on his 39th birthday on Saturday, June 1, 2024.

Kolkata, Delhi, Nagpur to host Sri Lanka Tests, Guwahati gets Aus T20

Kolkata, Delhi, Nagpur to host Sri Lanka Tests, Guwahati gets Aus T20

Rediff.com1 Aug 2017

The Board of Control for Cricket in India on Tuesday awarded three Test matches of the November-December home series against Sri Lanka to Kolkata, Nagpur and Delhi while the newly-constructed stadium in Barasapara, Guwahati was awarded a marquee T20 International against Australia in October.

Gambhir appointed Team India's Head Coach

Gambhir appointed Team India's Head Coach

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

The 42-year-old Gambhir, a key member of the 2011 ODI World Cup-winning Indian side, led Kolkata Knight Riders to IPL titles in 2012 and 2014.

Confirmed! Kolkata to host India's first-ever day-night Test

Confirmed! Kolkata to host India's first-ever day-night Test

Rediff.com29 Oct 2019

Sourav Ganguly emphasised the need for playing day/night Tests to attract more spectators to stadiums.

Hard work, belief, Kohli-Rohit gesture move VVS Laxman

Hard work, belief, Kohli-Rohit gesture move VVS Laxman

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

India showed resilience to win T20 WC and celebrations told that story: VVS Laxman

Under the lens: Regulator moots pre-export govt testing for cough syrup cos

Under the lens: Regulator moots pre-export govt testing for cough syrup cos

Rediff.com24 May 2023

After reports of contamination in cough syrups sent from the country, India is considering a system to test them before exporting. It is learnt that the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has sent a proposal to the Union health ministry on this. The idea is to test the medicines at government labs before exporting.

Play all formats with honesty: Gambhir's vision

Play all formats with honesty: Gambhir's vision

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

Gambhir has made his selection process clear by stating his strong belief in players featuring across all three formats.

Rajasthan hoping to beat the heat and CSK to cement top spot

Rajasthan hoping to beat the heat and CSK to cement top spot

Rediff.com11 May 2024

'We just need to keep backing ourselves. With three games to go, we don't want to test ourselves but keep the momentum going.'

Can Royals negate Narine threat in top of the table clash?

Can Royals negate Narine threat in top of the table clash?

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

Rajasthan Royals' star-studded batting will face the serious challenge of decoding Sunil Narine's mystery at Eden Gardens when they take on two-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders in a top-of-the-table IPL clash in Kolkata on Tuesday.

Ranji Trophy: Gaikwad stuns Mumbai despite Iyer's ton

Ranji Trophy: Gaikwad stuns Mumbai despite Iyer's ton

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

A round-up of the Ranji Trophy matches played on Saturday.

Omicron spread: WB govt suspends all UK-Kolkata flights from Jan 3

Omicron spread: WB govt suspends all UK-Kolkata flights from Jan 3

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

In order to prevent the spread of the Omicron variant of coronavirus, the West Bengal government on Thursday announced that it has suspended all the flights coming to Kolkata airport from the United Kingdom from January 3 onwards till further notice.

Ganguly asks Saha for Bengal return; will he accept?

Ganguly asks Saha for Bengal return; will he accept?

Rediff.com27 May 2024

Saha, who joined Tripura after a rift with some Cricket Association of Bengal officials in 2022, met Ganguly in Kolkata.

Dhoni's Warm Hug With Gambhir

Dhoni's Warm Hug With Gambhir

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

'M S Dhoni stands as a towering figure in Indian cricket, arguably the most successful captain ever.'

Why Jaydev Undakat was released from 2nd Test squad

Why Jaydev Undakat was released from 2nd Test squad

Rediff.com12 Feb 2023

Undakat will add more firepower to Saurashtra, which will take on Bengal in the Ranji Trophy final on February 16.

Ranji Trophy: HP's Kalsi hits maiden double century; UP fight back

Ranji Trophy: HP's Kalsi hits maiden double century; UP fight back

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

A round-up of the Ranji Trophy matches played on Saturday.

IPL 2024 Final: No One From T20 WC Team

IPL 2024 Final: No One From T20 WC Team

Rediff.com25 May 2024

KKR's Rinku Singh was unlucky not to make it to India's 15-member T20 World Cup squad as he made it as one of the reserves.

BrahMos missile test-fired from warship INS Kolkata

BrahMos missile test-fired from warship INS Kolkata

Rediff.com9 Jun 2014

India on Monday successfully test-fired the 290 km-range BrahMos supersonic anti-ship cruise missile from the country's largest indigenous warship INS Kolkata off the coast of Karwar in Karnataka.

'I am obsessed with winning'

'I am obsessed with winning'

Rediff.com20 May 2024

'I hope IPL is not shortcut to play for India'

Shreyas likely to return for SL ODIs?

Shreyas likely to return for SL ODIs?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

'...there is every possibility that Shreyas will travel for the three-match ODI series in Sri Lanka. The last ODI that India played was in South Africa and he scored a half-century (52). He had 500 plus runs (530) in the World Cup and averages just around 50. Can you drop him?'