News for 'Lahore'

Lahore Badshahs' winning run continues

Lahore Badshahs' winning run continues

Rediff.com22 Mar 2008

Former Pakistan batsman Hasan Raza hit an unbeaten 98 as Lahore Badshahs crushed Mumbai Champs by 50 runs in a Twenty20 match of the ICL played in Panchkula on Saturday night. The 26-six-year old right-hander's knock, which came off just 52 balls.

Imran Farhat shines in Lahore Badshahs' victory

Imran Farhat shines in Lahore Badshahs' victory

Rediff.com17 Mar 2008

Former Pakistani opener Imran Farhat hit a blazing half-century to lead Lahore Badshahs to a 38-run win over local favourites Chandigarh Lions in an ICL Twenty20 match in Panchkula on Sunday night. Riding on Imran's quickfire 94, studded with eight sixes, Lahore Badshahs posted a challenging total of 187 and then restricted Lions to 149 for seven in their quota of 20 overs.

26 killed in blast near Lahore high court

26 killed in blast near Lahore high court

Rediff.com10 Jan 2008

At least 22 Pakistani riot policemen and four civilians were killed and over 65 injured when a suicide bomber blew himself up near the Lahore High Court ahead of a planned protest by lawyers on Thursday.

Kareena Goes To Tanzania!

Kareena Goes To Tanzania!

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

Just how do movie stars spend their week? While some are travelling on film assignments or pleasure, others brave the Mumbai summer at home.

India's Neighbourhood First Policy Crumbling

India's Neighbourhood First Policy Crumbling

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

The fundamental construct of India's neighbourhood policy still needs to be what Vajpayee postulated, Manmohan Singh embraced, and Modi energised. It's just that we need to junk domestic politics and excessive religiosity, while acquiring much humility and a renewed respectfulness towards our neighbours, recommends Shekhar Gupta.

India sets up visa camp in Lahore

India sets up visa camp in Lahore

Rediff.com19 Feb 2007

The government had made all arrangements to issue visas to all relatives of the victims.

Hindu temple in Lahore demolished

Hindu temple in Lahore demolished

Rediff.com13 Jun 2006

Quoting documents, the 'Dawn' newspaper said board officials did not mention that the property being given to an influential jeweller of the area, was a Hindu temple.

26/11 trial: Lahore court quashes Lakhvi's plea

26/11 trial: Lahore court quashes Lakhvi's plea

Rediff.com22 Jan 2010

While disposing of the application, Lahore High Court Chief Justice Khwaja Muhammad Sharif directed the federal and Punjab governments to ensure that foolproof security is provided to Lakhvi and his counsel Khwaja Sultan.

Over 40 killed in factory fires in Lahore, Karachi

Over 40 killed in factory fires in Lahore, Karachi

Rediff.com12 Sep 2012

Twin factory fires claimed over 40 lives, including that of women and children, in Pakistan's two major cities on Tuesday.

Sharif set to form govt, Imran-backed candidate jumps ship

Sharif set to form govt, Imran-backed candidate jumps ship

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

Wasim Qadir, the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI)-backed candidate who defeated PML-N's stalwart Sheikh Rohail Asghar from Lahore's National Assembly-121 constituency, joined the PML-N after a meeting with Maryam Nawaz, daughter of the party supremo Nawaz Sharif, at her residence.

'What kind of people target children': Taliban faction behind Lahore blast

'What kind of people target children': Taliban faction behind Lahore blast

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

Jamaat-ul-Ahrar, a splinter group affiliated with the Pakistani Taliban, has claimed responsibility for the attack, adding: "The target was Christians."

Roger Binny, Rajeev Shukla accept PCB's invitation

Roger Binny, Rajeev Shukla accept PCB's invitation

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

BCCI president Roger Binny and vice-president Rajeev Shukla have accepted the invitation of the Pakistan Cricket Board and will be in Lahore from September 4-7 during which they will watch a couple of Asia Cup games.

Pak suggests Indian link to Lahore terror attacks

Pak suggests Indian link to Lahore terror attacks

Rediff.com15 Oct 2009

The Pakistani police on Thursday pointed fingers at India after three terror attacks in the eastern city of Lahore, but Interior Minister Rehman Malik said there should not be any speculation on the issue without evidence.

80 killed in Lahore terror siege

80 killed in Lahore terror siege

Rediff.com28 May 2010

At least 30 people have been killed and scores injured in the terrorist attacks on two mosques in Lahore, said a state run rescue service spokesman.

American kills three Pakistanis in Lahore

American kills three Pakistanis in Lahore

Rediff.com28 Jan 2011

The US national identified as Raymond Davis, a member of the staff at the American consulate opened fire after two armed men riding a motorcycle pulled up alongside his car at a traffic light in the Mozang area of Lahore, city police chief Aslam Tareen said.

Lakhvi challenges detention in Lahore High Court

Lakhvi challenges detention in Lahore High Court

Rediff.com20 Mar 2015

LeT operations commander and Mumbai attack mastermind Zakiur Rehman Lakhvi on Thursday challenged his detention under a public security order.

Suicide attack at Lahore police office, 11 dead

Suicide attack at Lahore police office, 11 dead

Rediff.com8 Mar 2010

Sources said six people were injured in the explosion in Model Town locality of Lahore. No group claimed responsibility for the attack. But the finger of suspicion is being pointed at suspected Taliban militants, who have attacked the FIA building in Lahore in the past.

Lahore shrine attack signals Pakistan's implosion

Lahore shrine attack signals Pakistan's implosion

Rediff.com2 Jul 2010

Pakistanis are shocked after the brazen attack on one of its holiest shrines on Thursday, says B Raman

Sania denied visa for Sialkot, reception in Lahore

Sania denied visa for Sialkot, reception in Lahore

Rediff.com1 Apr 2010

The Pakistan High Commission has denied tennis star Sania Mirza a visa for Sialkot, the home town of Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik where a reception (walima) was to be held after the couple's marriage.

Zardari's super-luxurious Lahore home nears completion

Zardari's super-luxurious Lahore home nears completion

Rediff.com7 Feb 2013

A sprawling private residence for President Asif Ali Zardari, complete with a runway for small jets and blast proof building, in Lahore is nearing completion.

'Lakhvi's charges to be challenged in Lahore HC'

'Lakhvi's charges to be challenged in Lahore HC'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2009

The indictment of Lashkar-e-Tayiba leader Zakiur Rehman Lakhvi and six other suspects by a Pakistani anti-terror court for planning and helping execute the Mumbai attacks will be challenged in the Lahore high court, as authorities have no solid evidence against them, the militant commander's lawyer said on Sunday.

'Inzamam ordered a flat wicket at Lahore'

'Inzamam ordered a flat wicket at Lahore'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2006

PCB inquiry blamed home captain Inzamam-ul-Haq at whose behest the curator prepared a grass less pitch

Sharif to skip nuclear security summit in US due to Lahore attack

Sharif to skip nuclear security summit in US due to Lahore attack

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Monday cancelled his upcoming visit to the United States where he was scheduled to attend the Nuclear Security Summit.

13 killed in Lahore market fire

13 killed in Lahore market fire

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

At least 13 people were killed on Monday when a fire broke out in a multi-storey building in a busy market in this eastern Pakistani city, officials said.

What Is Canada-US Game Plan?

What Is Canada-US Game Plan?

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

It seems that the West is sending a signal to India that it can return to old hostilities unless India toes their line on Russia. It is no surprise that India is being compared with Putin's Russia in terms of targeting 'dissidents' as the West calls these Khalistani terrorists, asserts Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Hafiz Saeed put under house arrest in Lahore

Hafiz Saeed put under house arrest in Lahore

Rediff.com31 Jan 2017

Punjab government's action comes amidst pressure from the Trump administration to act against terror.

After Lahore, what can Kashmir expect?

After Lahore, what can Kashmir expect?

Rediff.com29 Dec 2015

Kashmiris hope that India and Pakistan can find a lasting solution to what many call the Kashmir 'problem'.

More Delhi-Lahore buses likely

More Delhi-Lahore buses likely

Rediff.com18 Feb 2005

In an effort to meet the expected rush of cricket fans from Pakistan, the frequency maybe increased from two to four times a week.

Aaqib Javed joins Sri Lankan coaching staff until T20 World Cup

Aaqib Javed joins Sri Lankan coaching staff until T20 World Cup

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

Sri Lanka on Saturday appointed former Pakistan pacer Aaqib Javed as their fast-bowling coach until the completion of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 in June.

Lahore traders sue over India's Lashkar slur

Lahore traders sue over India's Lashkar slur

Rediff.com15 May 2012

A Pakistani court has directed three men to drop the Indian high commission from the list of respondents in their petition seeking protection from authorities after reports in the Indian media described them as operatives of the banned Lashkar e Tayiba. The Lahore high court directed the three men -- traders Mehtab Butt and Atif Butt and security guard Babar Shabbir -- to file an amended petition after deleting the name of the Indian mission from the list of respondents

More Delhi-Lahore buses likely

More Delhi-Lahore buses likely

Rediff.com17 Feb 2004

A renewed agreement between India and Pakistan on running the bus service came into force from Monday.

Asia Cup 2023 Schedule

Asia Cup 2023 Schedule

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

The schedule of Asia Cup 2023.

Lahore court sets Lashkar chief free

Lahore court sets Lashkar chief free

Rediff.com2 Jun 2009

Jamaat-ud-Dawah chief Hafiz Mohammad Saeed is a free man now. Arrested after the Mumbai terror attacks, Saeed was released by the Lahore court on Tuesday.

Pathan's parents for Lahore Test

Pathan's parents for Lahore Test

Rediff.com3 Apr 2004

The 19-year-old's parents are among a long list of BCCI's special guests for the Lahore Test.

Lahore Museum to set up Sikh gallery

Lahore Museum to set up Sikh gallery

Rediff.com16 May 2004

The gallery will be at a vacant space adjacent to the revamped Tollington Market in Lahore.

Review: Kya Dilli Kya Lahore is a decent effort

Review: Kya Dilli Kya Lahore is a decent effort

Rediff.com2 May 2014

'The idea behind Kya Dilli Kya Lahore is to once again point out the futility of war as well as highlight why human comes before being. And Vijay Raaz accomplishes that to a reasonable extent in his first filmmaking effort,' says Sukanya Verma.

'Lahore attacker belongs to Mehsud's group

'Lahore attacker belongs to Mehsud's group

Rediff.com31 Mar 2009

The prime suspect in the terror attack on a police academy near Lahore has revealed that all his accomplices were Afghans and information provided by him, a Pakistani Taliban operative, has led to the arrest of some "local facilitators", the investigators said on Tuesday.

CLT20: It's India v Pakistan as Lahore Lions face Kolkata challenge

CLT20: It's India v Pakistan as Lahore Lions face Kolkata challenge

Rediff.com20 Sep 2014

Buoyed by their spectacular win over Chennai Super Kings in the opening match of this season's campaign, Kolkata Knight Riders will take on spirited qualifiers Lahore Lions in their second game of the Champions League Twenty20 in Hyderabad on Sunday.

Lahore security was inadequate: SL coach

Lahore security was inadequate: SL coach

Rediff.com10 Mar 2009

The Sri Lankan cricket team had inadequate security when they were attacked by a group of heavily armed men in Lahore last week, coach Trevor Bayliss said on Tuesday. Seven Pakistanis -- six policemen and the driver of the bus carrying match officials -- were killed in last Tuesday's attack, while six Sri Lankan players and two team officials were injured.