News for 'Maestro'

Have a fav Mehdi Hassan song? TELL US!

Have a fav Mehdi Hassan song? TELL US!

Rediff.com13 Jun 2012

Remembering the deceased ghazal maestro.

Sports shorts: Federer storms into final, Venus upsets Serena

Sports shorts: Federer storms into final, Venus upsets Serena

Rediff.com10 Aug 2014

Roger Federer eased into the final of the Rogers Cup with a 6-3, 6-4 win over Spain's Feliciano Lopez on Saturday, putting the Swiss maestro on the brink of a landmark 80th career title.

Kohli will break all batting records, says Waqar

Kohli will break all batting records, says Waqar

Rediff.com24 Dec 2017

Pakistan's former captain Waqar Younis has tipped India captain Virat Kohli to break all batting records in the years to come.

Agassi says Nadal ahead of Federer as all-time best. Is he?

Agassi says Nadal ahead of Federer as all-time best. Is he?

Rediff.com9 May 2014

Eight-time Grand Slam champion Andre Agassi has picked Spaniard Rafael Nadal over Swiss maestro Roger Federer as the greatest tennis player ever, according to a newspaper report on Thursday.

Conflict of Interest: Notices issued to Tendulkar, Laxman

Conflict of Interest: Notices issued to Tendulkar, Laxman

Rediff.com24 Apr 2019

This is the third case of conflict of interest allegation being filed after former skipper Sourav Ganguly had to appear before Justice (retd.) Jain for deposition for his triple role as CAB president, CAC member as well as advisor of Delhi Capitals.

Sachin greater than Bradman! There's 'evidence', claims book

Sachin greater than Bradman! There's 'evidence', claims book

Rediff.com23 Apr 2014

'While the point of this book is to demonstrate Sachin's superiority over Bradman, it would be a pity if this were to be read as scorning the similarities between them -- their desire to dominate, their eagerness to excel, their genius.'

It's no crime to be flamboyant batsman: Rohit

It's no crime to be flamboyant batsman: Rohit

Rediff.com26 Dec 2019

Rohit Sharma emphasised that backing the young players is important to make them confident about their game.

PIX: Introducing Raj Kapoor's grandson Armaan Jain

PIX: Introducing Raj Kapoor's grandson Armaan Jain

Rediff.com13 Jun 2014

Armaan Jain gets ready for his first Hindi film, and puts up a stage show to prove it.

Pandit Ravi Shankar recovering from pneumonia

Pandit Ravi Shankar recovering from pneumonia

Rediff.com17 Oct 2006

Shankar, 86, was suffering from pneumonia but now his condition is stable, his family sources said in Kolkata.

Nadal to play Queen's Championships

Nadal to play Queen's Championships

Rediff.com7 Feb 2017

Fourteen-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal has confirmed he will join world number one Andy Murray in this summer's Aegon Championships at Queen's Club.

When Saqlain sledged Sachin for the first (and last) time

When Saqlain sledged Sachin for the first (and last) time

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

In one of his early battles with Sachin Tendulkar during the Sahara Cup in Canada, Saqlain Mushtaq thought it would be a good idea to sledge the champion batsman. As it panned out, the wily off-spinner sledged to never sledge the then Indian captain again. Many failed to read Saqlain's Doosra but he feels Tendulkar was probably the best when it came to reading from hands.

Zubin Mehta bows to Ravi Shankar

Zubin Mehta bows to Ravi Shankar

Rediff.com29 Dec 2005

The maestro performed to a spellbound Delhi gathering.

Farewell series: Tendulkar upset with Bengal Cricket Association for going overboard?

Farewell series: Tendulkar upset with Bengal Cricket Association for going overboard?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2013

Sachin Tendulkar is reportedly "unhappy" with Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) officials' attempts to go overboard with their celebrations for his 199th Test match in his farewell series against the West Indies starting in Kolkata from Wednesday.

'Tendulkar was better than Viv Richards'

'Tendulkar was better than Viv Richards'

Rediff.com15 Mar 2014

Former New Zealand captain Martin Crowe rated batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar higher than the West Indies legend Vivian Richards, saying that he admired the Indian veteran's footwork and his ability to keep things simple.

SEE: Nadal, Federer engage in a banter

SEE: Nadal, Federer engage in a banter

Rediff.com21 Apr 2020

Nadal may have 19 Grand Slam titles, one shy of Federer's all-time men's record, but when it comes to IT skills, he resembled a Sunday morning park hacker crumbling under pressure. After some pleasantries, the conversation moved on to the forthcoming virtual Madrid Open being contested with joysticks rather than tennis rackets.

Tendulkar on Rahane, Ashwin and what ails Australia

Tendulkar on Rahane, Ashwin and what ails Australia

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

One of the highlights of the series so far has been Ravichandran Ashwin's duels with Steve Smith and Tendulkar explained why the senior off-spinner enjoyed an upper hand.

To be alive is bliss but to have watched Sachin play is heaven

To be alive is bliss but to have watched Sachin play is heaven

Rediff.com14 Oct 2013

The impact of Sachin Tendulkar on cricket, India and Indians is unparalleled. Shreekant Sambrani on what made the Mumbai Maestro the greatest pan-Indian hero of modern times.

Tendulkar's advice to India bowlers for NZ tour

Tendulkar's advice to India bowlers for NZ tour

Rediff.com21 Jan 2020

Batting legend and former India captain Sachin Tendulkar says that the pitches in New Zealand have changed character over the years and says that the breeze will play a role in the match at Wellington.

Sachin Tendulkar has left an ever-lasting legacy: Yohan Blake

Sachin Tendulkar has left an ever-lasting legacy: Yohan Blake

Rediff.com19 Nov 2013

Sprint superstar Yohan Blake's love for cricket is quite evident. The Jamaican paid rich tribute to batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar.

Music, beauty, history: It is here, it is here

Music, beauty, history: It is here, it is here

Rediff.com8 Sep 2013

Vaihayasi Pande Daniel, who attended Zubin Mehta's mesmerizing concert at the picturesque Shalimar Bagh in Srinagar, describes those enigmatic moments when harmony returned to the heaven on earth, Kashmir.

Miami Open PHOTOS: Federer shocked by Nishikori; Djokovic bundles out Murray

Miami Open PHOTOS: Federer shocked by Nishikori; Djokovic bundles out Murray

Rediff.com27 Mar 2014

Photos from the Miami Masters Sony Open played on Wednesday.

Indian child prodigies we should be proud of!

Indian child prodigies we should be proud of!

Rediff.com14 Nov 2013

As we celebrate the spirit of childhood, here are some children who've made India proud.

Tendulkar calls on BCCI boss Ganguly to revamp Duleep Trophy

Tendulkar calls on BCCI boss Ganguly to revamp Duleep Trophy

Rediff.com26 Nov 2019

Indian cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar feels BCCI president Sourav Ganguly should initiate a revamp of the Duleep Trophy as players competing in the event seem more focussed on individual performances than their teams.

Look who received the first copy of Tendulkar's autobiography

Look who received the first copy of Tendulkar's autobiography

Rediff.com5 Nov 2014

The first copy of India's batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar's much-anticipated and talked-about autobiography -- Playing It My Way -- was presented to his mother Rajni by the icon himself, in Mumbai on Wednesday.

What Made Manna Dey A Legend

What Made Manna Dey A Legend

Rediff.com28 Oct 2013

Manna Dey's name would be an ineluctable part of any discussion about the Golden era of Hindi film music.

'Sachin's mother wished to watch the last match and we supported it'

'Sachin's mother wished to watch the last match and we supported it'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2013

Gearing up to host Sachin Tendulkar's penultimate Test at Eden Gardens, the Cricket Association of Bengal has said it would organise the best possible farewell for the batting maestro.

Amjad Ali Khan's tribute to Gandhi @ UN: 'Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram'

Amjad Ali Khan's tribute to Gandhi @ UN: 'Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2013

Sarod maestro Ustad Amjad Ali Khan and his two sons Amaan and Ayaan remembered the Mahatma through special renditions of his favourite bhajans, a portrait by a Mumbai-based artist was unveiled as the United Nations observed International Day of Non-Violence.

'Playing alongside Sachin is a lifetime experience for Cheteshwar'

'Playing alongside Sachin is a lifetime experience for Cheteshwar'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2013

Arvind Pujara is a satisfied man. His son Cheteshwar's prolific form in Test cricket continued with yet another century but he was even more proud because the India No 3 was involved in a big partnership with Sachin Tendulkar in the maestro's final match.

Advertisers hit a ton with Sachin's swansong match

Advertisers hit a ton with Sachin's swansong match

Rediff.com14 Nov 2013

From hoardings to banners, the city is splattered with 'goodbye Sachin' messages.

Tendulkar's tips for run-machine Kohli

Tendulkar's tips for run-machine Kohli

Rediff.com8 Aug 2018

Sachin Tendulkar's singular piece of advice for Virat Kohli is to worry less and follow his instincts.

Chitra Singh: Jagjitji protected me from the outside world

Chitra Singh: Jagjitji protected me from the outside world

Rediff.com22 Oct 2013

"After Jagjitji left, my life was finished... I am just an empty shell," Chitra Singh, who now leads a lonely and friendless life, confides.

Feeling blue?

Feeling blue?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2015

Manish Malhotra showcased his latest collection Blue Runway at an offsite venue during the latest edition of Lakme Fashion Week. Here's who turned up to support the maestro.

Below par Federer risks missing out on trip to London

Below par Federer risks missing out on trip to London

Rediff.com17 Oct 2013

Going by current form and placement, Bikash Mohapatra says it won't come as a surprise if the Swiss maestro fails to qualify for the season-ending ATP World Tour finals.

Tendulkar has been great asset to the game: Bacher

Tendulkar has been great asset to the game: Bacher

Rediff.com11 Oct 2013

Former South African cricketer Ali Bacher has paid his tributes to Indian maestro Sachin Tendulkar, saying that Tendulkar is one of the greatest cricketers the world has seen.

Pujara, Kohli will serve India for a long time: Tendulkar

Pujara, Kohli will serve India for a long time: Tendulkar

Rediff.com23 Apr 2013

Sachin Tendulkar turns 40 on Wednesday and the milestone means the sun will soon set on the batting maestro's illustrious career. Ahead of his big day, Tendulkar spoke to The Hindu about his satisfaction with Team India's youngsters, life after the retirement of teammates, dressing room banter and the evolution of batting.

Srinagar locks down for today's twin concerts

Srinagar locks down for today's twin concerts

Rediff.com7 Sep 2013

Tight security has been thrown around Srinagar for Saturday's concert by music maestro Zubin Mehta.

Sachin Tendulkar turns 32

Sachin Tendulkar turns 32

Rediff.com24 Apr 2005

The batting maestro held his birthday celebrations with his close family members and friends outside Mumbai.\n

'Tendulkar was a mix of Richards and Gavaskar'

'Tendulkar was a mix of Richards and Gavaskar'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2013

Ahead of Sachin Tendulkar's 200th and final Test, former left-arm spinner Maninder Singh spoke with Manu Shankar.

PHOTOS: Tendulkar seeks coach Achrekar's blessings on 'Guru Purnima'

PHOTOS: Tendulkar seeks coach Achrekar's blessings on 'Guru Purnima'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2015

On the occasion of Guru Purnima, Sachin Tendulkar paid a special visit to his childhood coach, Ramakant Achrekar.

Sachin, Sourav in war of words over T20's impact!

Sachin, Sourav in war of words over T20's impact!

Rediff.com18 Aug 2013

Twenty20 excites all. And the legendary Indian batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar had also endorsed this shorter version of the game.