News for 'Kuala Lumpur'

Malaysia fines 17 players for match-fixing

Malaysia fines 17 players for match-fixing

Rediff.com5 Feb 2014

Malaysian soccer authorities have found an entire lower league team guilty of match-fixing in the latest scandal to blight the country's corruption-riven competitions.

Malaysia Airlines flight shot down over Ukraine, 295 killed

Malaysia Airlines flight shot down over Ukraine, 295 killed

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

All 298 people on board a Malaysia Airlines plane were killed on Thursday after the jet was shot down by "terrorists" over war-torn eastern Ukraine near the Russian border, nearly four months after the mysterious disappearance of MH370 in the Indian Ocean.

IN PICS: The DEADLIEST air disasters in history

IN PICS: The DEADLIEST air disasters in history

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

Rediff.com takes a look at some of the disastrous air crashes.

IN PICS: The DEADLIEST air disasters in history

IN PICS: The DEADLIEST air disasters in history

Rediff.com17 Jul 2014

Rediff.com takes a look at some of the disastrous air crashes.

IN PICS: The DEADLIEST air disasters in history

IN PICS: The DEADLIEST air disasters in history

Rediff.com17 Jul 2014

Rediff.com takes a look at some of the disastrous air crashes.

Indian nationals acquitted of murder in Malaysia

Indian nationals acquitted of murder in Malaysia

Rediff.com28 Dec 2012

Three Indian nationals charged with murder in Malaysia three years ago were acquitted by a court on Friday, citing inadequate evidence against them.

Bangalore-bound Malaysian jet lands safely after tyre-burst

Bangalore-bound Malaysian jet lands safely after tyre-burst

Rediff.com21 Apr 2014

As the search continued off the coast of Australia for the missing Malaysia Airlines jet, the airline announced another plane bound for India was forced to make an emergency landing early Monday after one of its tires burst on takeoff.

Kin of Indians on missing Malaysian plane clutch on to hopes

Kin of Indians on missing Malaysian plane clutch on to hopes

Rediff.com9 Mar 2014

Relatives of five Indian passengers, travelling by the missing Malaysia Airlines plane, are anxiously waiting for any information about the fate of the aircraft and their loved ones.

Why has Malaysian Airlines lost business in India?

Why has Malaysian Airlines lost business in India?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2014

Travel companies are opting for Thai Airways, Singapore Airlines, Sri Lankan Airlines and Air India for holiday-makers.

MH370 search: India sends 4 warships, 6 aircraft

MH370 search: India sends 4 warships, 6 aircraft

Rediff.com13 Mar 2014

Joining global efforts to locate the Malaysian plane, India has deployed four warships along with six aircraft, including the latest special surveillance P-8I plane and three helicopters, under the 'Operation Searchlight'.

Brazil's FIFA World Cup qualification hanging by a thread

Brazil's FIFA World Cup qualification hanging by a thread

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Brazil shocked and other big upsets at World Cup qualifiers played on Tuesday

Bolt, Ronaldo in contention for Laureus World Sports Awards

Bolt, Ronaldo in contention for Laureus World Sports Awards

Rediff.com21 Feb 2014

Jamaican sprint star Usain Bolt, Rafael Nadal, Cristiano Ronaldo, Sebastian Vettel are among the top favourites to win the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year Award, to be announced in Kuala Lumpur on March 26.

PIX: Shah Rukh, Madhuri, Rani dazzle in Malaysia

PIX: Shah Rukh, Madhuri, Rani dazzle in Malaysia

Rediff.com17 Feb 2014

The stars performed to a packed house in Malaysia.

Malaysia FA, Police to investigate match-fixing claims

Malaysia FA, Police to investigate match-fixing claims

Rediff.com22 May 2013

Claims of match-fixing in a Malaysian league fixture will be investigated by the country's Football Association (FAM) and sports minister on Thursday, local media reported, with the police urged to protect players from bookmakers.

Review: Asha Black is boring and insipid

Review: Asha Black is boring and insipid

Rediff.com13 Oct 2014

The film is so heavy with messages that the story or narration takes a backseat.

CBI report on Aircel-Maxis probe reflects progress: SC

CBI report on Aircel-Maxis probe reflects progress: SC

Rediff.com17 Apr 2013

The bench in its order noted that the CBI report also dealt with its probe into the alleged violation by FIPB in the Aircel-Maxis deal.

SEE: Stranded Indian students appeal for help

SEE: Stranded Indian students appeal for help

Rediff.com19 Mar 2020

'We are feeling helpless and want to be with our families.'

Pankaj Advani wins World Billiards Championship for 26th time!

Pankaj Advani wins World Billiards Championship for 26th time!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

Indian cueist Pankaj Advani rallied to win the IBSF World Billiards Championship title in Doha on Tuesday for a staggering 26th time, beating compatriot Sourav Kothari in the final.

Malaysia Airlines: Miles to go for salvaging brand

Malaysia Airlines: Miles to go for salvaging brand

Rediff.com23 Jul 2014

After two disasters in a span of five months, the airline has the uphill task of redeeming itself, reversing the slide in its financials as well.

20 most expensive airport expansion projects

20 most expensive airport expansion projects

Rediff.com11 Sep 2013

The list include three Indian airports in Mumbai, Delhi and Kolkata.

PHOTOS: Vettel, Franklin win top Laureus awards

PHOTOS: Vettel, Franklin win top Laureus awards

Rediff.com26 Mar 2014

Germany's Sebastian Vettel, the youngest four-time Formula One world champion in history at 26, was named Laureus World Sportsman of the Year, US swimmer Missy Franklin, at 18, became the youngest ever winner of the Laureus World Sportswoman of the Year Award.

12 weird conspiracy theories on Flight MH370

12 weird conspiracy theories on Flight MH370

Rediff.com18 Mar 2014

The mystery over the fate of Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 is getting increasingly intriguing.

Were terrorists behind missing Malaysia Airlines plane?

Were terrorists behind missing Malaysia Airlines plane?

Rediff.com9 Mar 2014

In a new twist to sudden disappearance of a Malaysia Airlines plane, authorities on Sunday said intelligence agencies are probing how four persons with fake identities boarded the aircraft and counter-terrorism agencies of other countries have been alerted about it.

Junior Men's Hockey WC: India lose in bronze medal playoff

Junior Men's Hockey WC: India lose in bronze medal playoff

Rediff.com16 Dec 2023

India's hopes of redeeming some pride in the junior men's hockey World Cup remained only a dream as they lost 1-3 to Spain in the bronze medal playoff in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday.

United Arab Emirates set to host Asia Cup

United Arab Emirates set to host Asia Cup

Rediff.com14 Jun 2015

The next edition of the Asia Cup One-day tournament is likely to be held next year.

Ahead of CWG, Indian hockey team working on problem areas

Ahead of CWG, Indian hockey team working on problem areas

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

'Our preparations for the Commonwealth Games are going on very well. We are working on specific aspects of our game during our training sessions and we are focusing on the learnings from the FIH Hockey Pro League.'

'2 Iranians aboard missing plane with stolen passports not terrorists'

'2 Iranians aboard missing plane with stolen passports not terrorists'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2014

The Interpol on Tuesday released images of two Iranian men who used stolen passports to board a Malaysia Airlines plane that remains traceless since Saturday after taking off with 239 passengers aboard from Kuala Lumpur.

10 most influential cities in the world

10 most influential cities in the world

Rediff.com20 Aug 2014

Mumbai and Delhi comes 31st and 34th respectively.

I only bought a one-way ticket: Tragic joke of MH17 flier

I only bought a one-way ticket: Tragic joke of MH17 flier

Rediff.com20 Jul 2014

A Queensland man who died in the Malaysia Airlines tragedy joked about not returning from his European holiday.

If my flight disappears, this is what it looks like: MH17 flier's eerie post

If my flight disappears, this is what it looks like: MH17 flier's eerie post

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

A picture of MH17 was posted by a Dutch passenger of the Malaysian flight shot down in Ukraine on Thursday.

Is there any hope for the sinking Malaysia Airlines?

Is there any hope for the sinking Malaysia Airlines?

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

The second fatal incident involving Malaysia Airlines (MAS) in four months will deepen the slump in ticket sales and force the government to speed up any plan to rescue the stricken flagship carrier.

Malaysia Open: Srikanth knocked out in quarters

Malaysia Open: Srikanth knocked out in quarters

Rediff.com5 Apr 2019

The eighth seeded Indian, who had reached the final of India Open last week, blew a huge advantage in the opening game to eventually lose 18-21, 19-21.

Most iconic buildings in the world

Most iconic buildings in the world

Rediff.com15 Oct 2013

Buildings define cities, culture and at times economic prosperity.

Bangkok blasts: Iranian to be extradited to Thailand

Bangkok blasts: Iranian to be extradited to Thailand

Rediff.com16 Feb 2012

Thailand on Thursday said that an Iranian national suspected to be involved in the botched bomb plot in Bangkok will be extradited from Malaysia. Masoud Sedaghat Zadeh, a suspect in Tuesday's triple bomb explosions was central Bangkok was arrested yesterday by Malaysian authorities in Kuala Lumpur.

Saudi journo detained for 'blasphemous' tweets

Saudi journo detained for 'blasphemous' tweets

Rediff.com10 Feb 2012

23-year-old Hamza Kashgari was picked up upon his arrival at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Wednesday after he escaped from Saudi Arabia, Interpol sources said.

India may ink trade pacts with Japan,Malaysia soon

India may ink trade pacts with Japan,Malaysia soon

Rediff.com5 Jan 2011

Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma is expected to visit Tokyo and Kuala Lumpur between February 14 and 18 for signing the pacts -- Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement with Japan and Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement with Malaysia, an official told PTI.

Electronic toll payment along the highways

Electronic toll payment along the highways

Rediff.com29 Nov 2010

Engineering and construction major Punj Lloyd on Monday said it has entered into a pact with Malaysia's Hopetech, an automated revenue collection solution provider, for electronic tolling on highways and setting up of a Central Toll Clearing House (CTCH) in India.

Malaysian GP grid girls. Hit or flop... Tell Us!

Malaysian GP grid girls. Hit or flop... Tell Us!

Rediff.com3 Apr 2014

The grid girls brought much relief to the eye and mood at the rain-soaked Sepang Circuit in Kuala Lumpur last week. Take a look at some of them at the Malaysian Grand Prix and how their outfits have changed over the years.

'Why talk about removing Dhoni and bring doubts in people's mind?'

'Why talk about removing Dhoni and bring doubts in people's mind?'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2014

Calling Mahendra Singh Dhoni one of the best finishers in limited-overs game, cricket legend Kapil Dev has backed the Indian captain to continue leading the team in all three formats and said there should not be any question about his replacement.

IN GRAPHICS: The search for missing Flight MH370

IN GRAPHICS: The search for missing Flight MH370

Rediff.com19 Mar 2014

Rediff.com's Reuben NV presents some graphics to showcase the entire story of the missing flight.