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Laxman was the 'sankatmochan' of the match: Bhajji

Laxman was the 'sankatmochan' of the match: Bhajji

Rediff.com8 Nov 2010

India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh termed his century against New Zealand on the final day of the first Test as 'special.

Laxman joins chorus, backs revival of Indo-Pak bilateral series

Laxman joins chorus, backs revival of Indo-Pak bilateral series

Rediff.com3 Jun 2014

Former India batsman VVS Laxman joined calls for reviving bilateral series between India and Pakistan, stating India will be a safer bet as hosts.

Bangaru Laxman back in new-look BJP team

Bangaru Laxman back in new-look BJP team

Rediff.com23 Jul 2010

Disgraced ex-BJP chief Bangaru Laxman has made a comeback in the party's new team as election in-charge of Tamil Nadu while Varun Gandhi and Vinay Katiyar have been appointed in the same capacity for Assam and West Bengal.

It was one of my best innings: Laxman

It was one of my best innings: Laxman

Rediff.com6 Oct 2010

After single-handedly guiding India to a one-wicket victory over Australia in the nail-biting first cricket Test in Mohali on Tuesday, VVS Laxman termed his unbeaten 73 as one of his best knocks of his career.

Rotating the strike was the key: Laxman

Rotating the strike was the key: Laxman

Rediff.com5 Jul 2004

V V S Laxman on Sunday said he improved as a one-day player only after he worked hard on rotating the strike.

Hope Ashaji's Tweet Turns True!

Hope Ashaji's Tweet Turns True!

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

Legendary singer Asha Bhosle, who turned 90 on September 8, 2023, found herself in a 'golden' mix-up when she congratulated hurdler Jyothi Yarraji for winning a gold medal at the 2023 Asian Games in Hangzhou, China.

Bangaru Laxman gets bail in fake defence deal case

Bangaru Laxman gets bail in fake defence deal case

Rediff.com11 Oct 2012

Jailed former Bharatiya Janata Party president Bangaru Laxman was on Thursday granted bail by the Delhi high court in a case against him for taking bribe in a fictitious defence deal.

Hussain hails India's 'Fab 5' bowlers as best ever

Hussain hails India's 'Fab 5' bowlers as best ever

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

India had 'Fab 5' with the bat in early 2000s, now they have them with the ball: Nasser Hussain

How 1974 Ranji Trophy win shaped Karnataka cricket

How 1974 Ranji Trophy win shaped Karnataka cricket

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

The path found by champions like GR Viswanath, Syed Kirmani, Brijesh Patel, EAS Prasanna and BS Chandrasekhar has only broadened over the years through which several ace cricketers walked through.

Tendulkar set for return, all eyes on Laxman's future

Tendulkar set for return, all eyes on Laxman's future

Rediff.com9 Aug 2012

Sachin Tendulkar is all set to return to the Test arena after a break of two months but all eyes will be on another veteran VVS Laxman's future when selectors pick the squad in Mumbai on Friday for the two-match series against New Zealand starting August 23.

'Most beautiful part about Sara is...'

'Most beautiful part about Sara is...'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

Sara, and her co-star Vicky Kaushal, could not stop grinning throughout the success party of their film, as they blew balloons, sang, cut cake and pulled each other's leg.

World Cup: Agarkar to meet Dravid, Rohit in West Indies

World Cup: Agarkar to meet Dravid, Rohit in West Indies

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

Chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar is all set to travel to West Indies to meet head coach Rahul Dravid and skipper Rohit Sharma to discuss the road map for the ODI World Cup.

India's defeat prompts calls to reinstate Laxman

India's defeat prompts calls to reinstate Laxman

Rediff.com27 Nov 2006

The defeat has prompted former players and media to round on the team and increased calls for Vangipurrapu Laxman to return to the one-day side.

I never meant any disrespect to Laxman: Afridi

I never meant any disrespect to Laxman: Afridi

Rediff.com26 May 2009

It was Adam Gilchirst's sensible and aggressive captaincy that changed the fortunes of the Deccan Chargers in IPL-II, Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi said on Tuesday.

PIX: Meet India's new captain and coach!

PIX: Meet India's new captain and coach!

Rediff.com25 Jun 2022

Hardik will lead India in two match T20 Series beginning from Sunday.

'Kuchh toh log kahenge': Yuvi's take on Rohit-Kohli T20 return

'Kuchh toh log kahenge': Yuvi's take on Rohit-Kohli T20 return

Rediff.com13 Jan 2024

Yuvraj was not impressed with the hullabaloo around the move

Shivraj's 'Ram, Ram' post sparks speculation amid suspense over MP CM

Shivraj's 'Ram, Ram' post sparks speculation amid suspense over MP CM

Rediff.com9 Dec 2023

The post, accompanied by Chouhan's picture with his palms brought together, sparked off speculation as "Ram Ram" is used both as a greeting as well as a parting message.

Disquiet Over Agnipath In Military Village

Disquiet Over Agnipath In Military Village

Rediff.com28 May 2024

'There is uncertainty regarding job opportunities for our children after they serve for just four years under the Agnipath scheme.'

Ashwin: Why Dravid & Co Needed A Break

Ashwin: Why Dravid & Co Needed A Break

Rediff.com20 Nov 2022

'They would have been under not only mental but also physical burnout and everyone needed a break'

Kohli Overtakes Sehwag!

Kohli Overtakes Sehwag!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Virat Kohli is now the fifth highest run-scorer for India in Test cricket.

Laxman ready for match-winning knocks in NZ

Laxman ready for match-winning knocks in NZ

Rediff.com23 Feb 2009

Stylish batsman V V S Laxman on Monday said defeating New Zealand in their own backyard would be a tough challenge for the Indian team but he was ready to play match-winning knocks for his side.

Dhoni is the best person to lead India, says Laxman

Dhoni is the best person to lead India, says Laxman

Rediff.com1 Mar 2013

Former India batting ace VVS Laxman says Mahendra Singh Dhoni is an amazing person and a very good captain.

'Fearless cricket': The secret of Jaiswal's success!

'Fearless cricket': The secret of Jaiswal's success!

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

Yashasvi Jaiswal said being 'fearless' while playing his natural game is his mantra for success.

'They made Hanumanji speak the language of the streets'

'They made Hanumanji speak the language of the streets'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

'From the characters to the execution, nothing about the film made logic.'

Life Lessons You Can Learn from Ram

Life Lessons You Can Learn from Ram

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

A fascinating excerpt from Shantanu Gupta's book, Teachings from the Ramayana on Family & Life.

VVS Laxman is likely to retire after NZ Test series

VVS Laxman is likely to retire after NZ Test series

Rediff.com17 Aug 2012

India's star batsman VVS Laxman is contemplating retirement from international cricket after the two-Test series against New Zealand starting August 23 in Hyderabad.It is learnt that the veteran of 134 Tests will be addressing the media in a day or two to announce his decision to call time on his illustrious 16-year international career.

Dravid, Laxman may have to lower IPL base price

Dravid, Laxman may have to lower IPL base price

Rediff.com30 Nov 2010

They are the pillar of the Indian Test team but Rahul Dravid and VVS Laxman may have to lower their base prices in order to keep the franchises interested for the upcoming fourth edition of Indian Premier League (IPL).

PIX: Famous faces at polling booths in Telangana

PIX: Famous faces at polling booths in Telangana

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

As Telangana voters queued up to exercise their franchise in the assembly polls on Thursday, they were pleasantly surprised by finding some of the well-known actors and politicians around them.

'Fearless but flexible': India's mantra for New Zealand series

'Fearless but flexible': India's mantra for New Zealand series

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

India will play fearless cricket in the limited-overs series in New Zealand while remaining tactically flexible, coach VVS Laxman said on Thursday.

VVS Laxman was a rare player in a symphony orchestra

VVS Laxman was a rare player in a symphony orchestra

Rediff.com21 Aug 2012

VVS Laxman was the one of the last artists of the willow, writes Haresh Pandya.

'Learnt a lot from Dhoni but...'

'Learnt a lot from Dhoni but...'

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

He has learnt a lot from the great Mahendra Singh Dhoni but Ruturaj Gaikwad said he will lean on his own leadership style during the Asian Games.

Why Rinku Reminds SKY of Dhoni

Why Rinku Reminds SKY of Dhoni

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

'When I saw Rinku come in to bat in the last game, the composure he showed was brilliant. It reminded me of someone. Everyone knows the answer.'

Ruturaj-led Indian team depart for Asian Games

Ruturaj-led Indian team depart for Asian Games

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Afghanistan -- the top-five ranked teams in the ICC T20I rankings are the top seeds and have been granted direct entry into the quarter-finals.

BJP MLAs to pick Madhya Pradesh CM on Monday

BJP MLAs to pick Madhya Pradesh CM on Monday

Rediff.com10 Dec 2023

The BJP retained power in MP in the November 17 polls emphatically winning 163 seats in the 230-member assembly, leaving the Congress a distant second with 66 seats.

Bangaru Laxman gets 4-year jail term for taking bribe

Bangaru Laxman gets 4-year jail term for taking bribe

Rediff.com28 Apr 2012

Former Bharatiya Janata Party president Bangaru Laxman will be sentenced on Saturday by a Delhi court for the offence of accepting Rs one lakh as bribe from a fake arms dealer in a fictitious deal 11 years ago. The CBI has sought a maximum punishment of five year jail term for Laxman, who had to resign as the BJP chief after a video of him accepting the bribe surfaced in 2001.

What govt must do when media crosses the Laxman rekha

What govt must do when media crosses the Laxman rekha

Rediff.com2 Apr 2012

The time has come for the government to institute a defence advisory notice system in India when media crosses the Laxman rekha, argues B Raman.

Heard These Ram Bhajans?

Heard These Ram Bhajans?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

Subhash K Jha celebrates the Ram Mandir pran pratishtha ceremony by picking some memorable Ram bhajans from movies you may not have heard of.

Indian football has progressed, but more work at grassroots needed: Spurs legend King

Indian football has progressed, but more work at grassroots needed: Spurs legend King

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Former England and Tottenham Hotspur defender Ledley King on Tuesday said though Indian football has progressed extensively in the last few years, the country needed to spread the sport more effectively at the grassroots.

Tendulkar, Laxman strike sweet fifties as match ends in draw

Tendulkar, Laxman strike sweet fifties as match ends in draw

Rediff.com16 Dec 2011

Sachin Tendulkar spared the hosts a century as India's middle-order batsmen warmed up with some useful knocks before the two-day practice match against Cricket Australia Chairman's XI ended in a draw in Canberra on Friday.