News for 'Kuala Lumpur'

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.

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.

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.

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.'

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Why rest the best?

Why rest the best?

Rediff.com7 Jan 2004

Shouldn't India have sent their best men to try out new permutations at the Kuala Lumpur tournament?

India's Lahiri wins maiden European Tour title in Malaysia

India's Lahiri wins maiden European Tour title in Malaysia

Rediff.com8 Feb 2015

Anirban Lahiri secured his breakthrough European Tour title by overhauling Austrian Bernd Wiesberger in a dramatic final round of the Malaysian Open on Sunday.

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.

Why India are contenders to win hockey WC

Why India are contenders to win hockey WC

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

India have won three medals in the World Cup so far -- a third place finish in the inaugural edition in 1971, followed by a silver in 1973 and gold in 1975 at Kuala Lumpur.

AirAsia offers half-a-million free tickets on select routes

AirAsia offers half-a-million free tickets on select routes

Rediff.com25 Feb 2014

The bookings under the offer, which commenced on Monday, can be made till March 2 and will go on till March 2 for the travel period from October 1 to April 30 next year, AirAsia said.

China crush Korea to retain Sudirman Cup title

China crush Korea to retain Sudirman Cup title

Rediff.com26 May 2013

Badminton powerhouse China extended their Sudirman Cup hegemony on Sunday, crushing South Korea 3-0 to win their ninth title in 10 final appearances.

Para-athlete Sachdeva banned for doping

Para-athlete Sachdeva banned for doping

Rediff.com11 Jul 2012

Para athlete Hitesh Sachdeva has been banned from competing in the London Paralympics after being caught for doping.

Kingfisher to fly to 7 more destinations

Kingfisher to fly to 7 more destinations

Rediff.com21 Jan 2009

Currently, Kingfisher offers international flights to just London and Colombo, Kingfisher Airlines Ltd vice-president (Global Sales) Siva Ramachandran said, adding that there is a proposal for including destinations like Singapore, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Dhaka, Dubai and Maldives.

AFC bans Ishfaq for four matches

AFC bans Ishfaq for four matches

Rediff.com7 Jul 2012

The disciplinary committee of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has imposed a four match ban on Salgaocar Sports Club midfielder Ishfaq Ahmed.

'Stewardess' Richard Branson fired by AirAsia chief

'Stewardess' Richard Branson fired by AirAsia chief

Rediff.com13 May 2013

British business tycoon Sir Richard Branson donned high heels and fishnet stockings as a stewardess in a figure-hugging scarlet outfit on a AirAsia flight from Perth to Kuala Lumpur.

Can't force India into accepting DRS: ICC

Can't force India into accepting DRS: ICC

Rediff.com28 Jun 2012

Left red-faced after the powerful Board of Control for Cricket in India opposed the Decision Review System at the Executive Board Meeting in Kuala Lumpur, the ICC on Thursday said it will not force India to accept the controversial technology in bilateral series.

Malaysia woos Indian tourists

Malaysia woos Indian tourists

Rediff.com10 Apr 2004

Kaneria accuses ECB of unfair treatment

Kaneria accuses ECB of unfair treatment

Rediff.com27 Jun 2012

Pakistan Test leg-spinner, Danish Kaneria, who is facing a worldwide life ban from all cricket, has accused the ECB disciplinary panel that banned him from English cricket last week of "discrimination" and "unfair treatment".

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.

South African Richardson is new ICC chief

South African Richardson is new ICC chief

Rediff.com11 May 2012

David Richardson, the former South Africa wicketkeeper, has been chosen by the International Cricket Council as its new chief executive.

ICC agree to split President, Chairman's role

ICC agree to split President, Chairman's role

Rediff.com16 Apr 2012

The International Cricket Counil's Executive Board has voted to split the role of the President and the Chairman as recommended by the contentious independent governance review headed by Lord Woolf from 2014 onwards.

Malaysia Airlines offers refunds to fliers after MH17 incident

Malaysia Airlines offers refunds to fliers after MH17 incident

Rediff.com20 Jul 2014

It had already suffered losses amounting to $1.3 billion over the previous three years.

Delhi car blast: Interpol issues Red Corner notices against 4

Delhi car blast: Interpol issues Red Corner notices against 4

Rediff.com23 Mar 2012

The Interpol has issued Red Corner notices against four Iranians wanted in connection with the bomb attack on an Israeli diplomat in Delhi in March. The Interpol issued the look-out notices against Houshang Afshar Irani, Syed Ali Mahdiansadr, Mohammadreza Abolghasemi and Masoud Sedaghatzadeh, who was arrested by the Malaysian police from Kuala Lumpur airport on the request of the Central Bureau of Investigation.

Naa Ishtam has a stereotypical plot

Naa Ishtam has a stereotypical plot

Rediff.com23 Mar 2012

Naa Ishtam falters in story and screenplay.

Recipe: Chef Wong's Mongolian Pepper Lamb Chops

Recipe: Chef Wong's Mongolian Pepper Lamb Chops

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

Not dining out? Try this restaurant-style dish that can be easily made at home.

BlackBerry unveils the Z30 with 5-in display, updated OS

BlackBerry unveils the Z30 with 5-in display, updated OS

Rediff.com18 Sep 2013

The phone has bigger battery, better audio and the antenna is based on a newer technology that allows better reception and faster browsing.

What India's secularists can learn from south-east Asia

What India's secularists can learn from south-east Asia

Rediff.com28 Aug 2013

Colonel (retd) Anil Athale on how India can learn from the way many Muslim-majority countries in south-east Asia have protected their Hindu and Buddhist heritage.

Drugs worth Rs 3 cr seized in Hyderabad, 2 arrested

Drugs worth Rs 3 cr seized in Hyderabad, 2 arrested

Rediff.com3 Nov 2012

Two persons were arrested at the Hyderabad international airport late on Friday night after 10 kg of Mandrix drug was allegedly found in their possession. The drug is estimated to be worth Rs 3 crore in the international market.

Battered Blatter hurt by racism comment

Battered Blatter hurt by racism comment

Rediff.com23 Nov 2011

FIFA President Sepp Blatter snapped at colleagues and looked beset by nerves on Wednesday as he described the hurt he felt after being criticised for his comments about racism in soccer.