News for 'Lahore'

South Africa''s white-ball coach resigns

South Africa''s white-ball coach resigns

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Walter, who took charge in March 2023, has played an instrumental role in South Africa's recent successes on the global stage.

Pak 'non-committal' on whereabouts, date of return of BSF jawan

Pak 'non-committal' on whereabouts, date of return of BSF jawan

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

The Border Security Force (BSF) has lodged a protest with Pakistan Rangers after a BSF jawan was apprehended by the Rangers last week after he mistakenly crossed the international border in Punjab. The incident comes amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack.

Haryana YouTuber held on charge of spying for Pak; in 5-day police custody

Haryana YouTuber held on charge of spying for Pak; in 5-day police custody

Rediff.com17 May 2025

She has been booked under the relevant sections of the Official Secrets Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, said the police.

Can NZ finally break ICC curse vs formidable SA?

Can NZ finally break ICC curse vs formidable SA?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

New Zealand and South Africa, both laden with world-class talent but often falling short in ICC tournaments, will face off in a tightly contested Champions Trophy semifinal.

Can you believe Champions Trophy tickets start at....

Can you believe Champions Trophy tickets start at....

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced ticket prices for the upcoming Champions Trophy, with the lowest priced ticket starting at PKR 1000 for the General Enclosure for all matches in Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi.

PSL vs IPL? Bosch's switch sparks legal firestorm

PSL vs IPL? Bosch's switch sparks legal firestorm

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued a legal notice to South African cricketer Corbin Bosch for breaching his contractual obligations with the board.

'Congress Must Expose Shashi Tharoor's Lies'

'Congress Must Expose Shashi Tharoor's Lies'

Rediff.com29 May 2025

'Shashi Tharoor is destroying the history of India.' 'He is distorting facts about the Congress party.'

Operation Sindoor: India avenges Pahalgam as missiles hit sites in Pak, Pok

Operation Sindoor: India avenges Pahalgam as missiles hit sites in Pak, Pok

Rediff.com8 May 2025

In a strong retaliation to the Pahalgam massacre, India's armed forces early Wednesday destroyed nine terror sites including that of Jaish-e-Mohammad and Lashkar-e-Taiba in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) using deep strike missiles in a 25-minute-long 'measured and non-escalatory' mission.

Head backs shaky Australia to click when it counts

Head backs shaky Australia to click when it counts

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

Australia have enough experience and versatility in their line-up to get into tournament-mode quickly for the Champions Trophy following a difficult buildup to the One-Day International showpiece, according to opener Travis Head.

'PCB's earning from Champions Trophy exceeds target'

'PCB's earning from Champions Trophy exceeds target'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has claimed to have earned three billion rupees by hosting the ICC Champions Trophy, exceeding its target of two billion rupees.

Alex Carey's Jaw-Dropping Catch!

Alex Carey's Jaw-Dropping Catch!

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Alex Carey's jaw-dropping catch, which led to Phil Salt's dismissal. Was this the catch of the tournament?

Has India achieved Op Sindoor objectives? IAF says...

Has India achieved Op Sindoor objectives? IAF says...

Rediff.com12 May 2025

The Director General of Air Operations said "whatever methods and whatever means we have chosen, it had the desired effects on the enemy targets",

ICC names umpires for India vs Australia Champions Trophy semis

ICC names umpires for India vs Australia Champions Trophy semis

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

New Zealand's Chris Gaffaney and England's Richard Illingworth have been appointed as on-field umpires for the Champions Trophy semi-final between India and Australia in Dubai on Tuesday.

India-Pak tensions: Govt extends closure of 28 airports till May 15

India-Pak tensions: Govt extends closure of 28 airports till May 15

Rediff.com9 May 2025

A senior government official confirmed that after a meeting with other stakeholders, the decision has been taken and airlines and airport authorities have been informed about it.

Why India is destined to win Champions Trophy 2025

Why India is destined to win Champions Trophy 2025

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

Irfan Pathan believes India's white-ball team is 'settled' and backed the Rohit Sharma-led side to lift the upcoming Champions Trophy.

'India Isn't Gunning For War, But...'

'India Isn't Gunning For War, But...'

Rediff.com9 May 2025

'India won't take anything from Pakistan lying down.'

'I Came To Films To Earn Rs 3 Lakh'

'I Came To Films To Earn Rs 3 Lakh'

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

'Dharmendra, Shashi Kapoor and I were inseparable while we struggled together.' 'When a disillusioned Dharmendra was packing his bags to return home, I prevailed upon him to give himself two months.' 'Five days later, he was signed for Shola Aur Shabnam and I signed Picnic.'

India shoots down 8 Pak missiles targeting Jammu

India shoots down 8 Pak missiles targeting Jammu

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Pakistani drones were intercepted by Indian air defence in Jaisalmer. Explosions were heard and flashes seen in the sky.

CT PIX: Match called-off, Australia advance to semis

CT PIX: Match called-off, Australia advance to semis

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

Images from the ICC Champions League Group B match between Afghanistan and Australia in Lahore, on Friday.

Terror hotbeds in Muridke, Bahawalpur reduced to rubble

Terror hotbeds in Muridke, Bahawalpur reduced to rubble

Rediff.com8 May 2025

A total of nine terror sites in Pakistan, including five in Pojk, linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba (Let) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (Jem), were targeted with meticulous planning to avoid civilian casualties.

'Pakistan Wants To Cover Up Its Defeat'

'Pakistan Wants To Cover Up Its Defeat'

Rediff.com26 May 2025

'Munir is clearly insecure and hence he needs the prop of a field marshal.'

Did US Intervention Off-Ramp Conflict?

Did US Intervention Off-Ramp Conflict?

Rediff.com17 May 2025

In the India-Pakistan situations, off-ramps have come either through foreign mediation (after months of kinetic warfare over Kargil, and a long stand-off with Op Parakram) or when a situation made it possible for both sides to claim a win, explains Shekhar Gupta.

It's Maha Shivratri

It's Maha Shivratri

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

154 Hindu pilgrims from India have traveled to Pakistan's Katas Raj Mahadev Temple to celebrate Maha Shivratri.

Champions Trophy: PCB makes India a unique proposal

Champions Trophy: PCB makes India a unique proposal

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

The Indian team has long gap between its group matches and Lahore is located close to the Indian border.

Hosting CT is proof of Pakistan cricket's resilience: Bari

Hosting CT is proof of Pakistan cricket's resilience: Bari

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Bari said he is delighted to see the ICC Champions Trophy being held in Pakistan now and multiple teams landing in the country.

FIFA lifts suspension of Pakistan Football Federation

FIFA lifts suspension of Pakistan Football Federation

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

FIFA has lifted its suspension on the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) after it approved constitutional amendments.

'Focus On Batting', Fans Tell Babar Azam

'Focus On Batting', Fans Tell Babar Azam

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Social media was quick to react, urging the former captain to 'focus on his batting' rather than engaging in photo sessions.

PCB says Champions Trophy going nowhere

PCB says Champions Trophy going nowhere

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

A PCB source said that the presence of a large International Cricket Council (ICC) delegation, including broadcast, hospitality and event operations officials, is an affirmation that the event is on schedule in Pakistan.

Amritsar-Wagah War Losses: Rs 12,000 Crore

Amritsar-Wagah War Losses: Rs 12,000 Crore

Rediff.com29 May 2025

'Only those who live through these situations understand the true cost of war.'

Injury scare! Will NZ's star pacer miss CT final?

Injury scare! Will NZ's star pacer miss CT final?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

New Zealand pacer Matt Henry is doubtful for the Champions Trophy final against India after suffering a shoulder injury in the semifinal against South Africa

Champions Trophy 2025: India, Pakistan to face off in Dubai, mark the date...

Champions Trophy 2025: India, Pakistan to face off in Dubai, mark the date...

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

As has been the case with ICC events, India and Pakistan have been clubbed in the same group which also has New Zealand and Bangladesh.

Massive setback for Aus ahead of Champions Trophy

Massive setback for Aus ahead of Champions Trophy

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Cummins, Hazlewood ruled out of Champions Trophy.

Big blow for England as pacer Carse ruled out

Big blow for England as pacer Carse ruled out

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

England, who have the option to call in a replacement for Carse if he is ruled out of the tournament, are winless and sit third in the Group B standings behind South Africa and Australia.

England, Afghanistan in battle to stay in semis race

England, Afghanistan in battle to stay in semis race

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

Defeat will severely dent both the teams' dreams of a semi-final berth in the tournament, as South Africa and Australia have already notched two points.

Imran Khan alleges abduction by army chief, returns to Lahore home after bail

Imran Khan alleges abduction by army chief, returns to Lahore home after bail

Rediff.com13 May 2023

A triumphant Khan returned to his Lahore home on Saturday after having locked himself in the Islamabad high court premises for hours for fear of re-arrest despite being granted bail on Friday.

Like The Champions Trophy Anthem?

Like The Champions Trophy Anthem?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

TSung by Pakistani singer and composer Aatif Aslam, Jeeto Baazi Khel Ke is a high energy number set to get cricket fans on their feet.

Congress leader slams Tharoor over Pahalgam remarks

Congress leader slams Tharoor over Pahalgam remarks

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

"According to you Congress should guarantee foolproof intelligence to BJP and nothing should be asked of the BJP," Raj said in a post on X.

CT 2025 Semis: India face Australia; South Africa take on New Zealand

CT 2025 Semis: India face Australia; South Africa take on New Zealand

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

Group A winners India will take on World champions Australia in the first semi-final in Dubai on Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

IPL SUSPENDED amid escalating India-Pakistan tensions

IPL SUSPENDED amid escalating India-Pakistan tensions

Rediff.com9 May 2025

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season has been officially suspended due to escalating military tensions between India and Pakistan.

CT PHOTOS: SA outplay sorry Afghanistan

CT PHOTOS: SA outplay sorry Afghanistan

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

'We could have pushed harder at certain stages of our innings, but everyone chipped in to make sure we had competitive total.'