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IPL 2025: RCB splurge on Bhuvi; big names miss out

IPL 2025: RCB splurge on Bhuvi; big names miss out

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

India seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar fetched a winning bid of Rs 10.75 crore from Royal Challengers Bengaluru on a largely predictable second day of the mega auction, in Jeddah on Monday.

Heading To The Kumbh? Here's How To Plan

Heading To The Kumbh? Here's How To Plan

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

Prayagraj is a must-visit place in 2025, but in January and February you can't miss the Maha Kumbh, a spectacular event like no other.

Durand Cup: Mumbai City beat Mohammedan Sporting

Durand Cup: Mumbai City beat Mohammedan Sporting

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

Mumbai City FC (MCFC) defeated local favourites Mohammedan Sporting 3-1 in the Durand Cup at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Saturday.

Can Mumbai halt rampaging Kolkata's winning run?

Can Mumbai halt rampaging Kolkata's winning run?

Rediff.com11 May 2012

Yet to seal a last-four berth, heavyweights Mumbai Indians will look to end the Kolkata Knight Riders' six-match winning streak in what promises to be an exciting Indian Premier League contest in Kolkata on Saturday.

ICC to move Champions Trophy out of Pakistan?

ICC to move Champions Trophy out of Pakistan?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

It is believed that India is unlikely to get the government's clearance to travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy.

Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata among most populated

Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata among most populated

Rediff.com17 Feb 2005

According to the report, Mumbai with 18.3 million people is fourth, Delhi with 15.3 million is fifth and Kolkata with 14.3 million is sixth. Mumbai shared its fourth place with Sao Paulo and Brazil each recording 18.3 million people.

IPL Auction: Watch Out For These Stars!

IPL Auction: Watch Out For These Stars!

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, K L Rahul and Arshdeep Singh headline the top bracket of elite players at the IPL mega auction.

IPL 2025: A star-studded affair, but where's Ben Stokes?

IPL 2025: A star-studded affair, but where's Ben Stokes?

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Ben Stokes is notably absent from the list of 1,574 players who have registered for the IPL 2025 mega auction, scheduled for November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Will Rishabh Pant make history at IPL Auction?

Will Rishabh Pant make history at IPL Auction?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

The bids on Rishabh Pant could well soar like his audacious no-look six in the ongoing Perth Test, as he seems poised to become the highest paid player among the 577 who will go under the hammer at the two-day IPL mega auction, starting in Jeddah on Sunday.

Meet the Top 10 Cricketers of 2024

Meet the Top 10 Cricketers of 2024

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

2024 saw some of the most competitive and captivating cricket being played on the field.

Butcher who chopped Bangladesh MP's body arrested

Butcher who chopped Bangladesh MP's body arrested

Rediff.com24 May 2024

A team of CID officers were in the process of searching for the victim's body parts at the Krishnamati village in Bhangar where the butcher had led them.

'Do you need a bowling coach when I am here?': Zaheer

'Do you need a bowling coach when I am here?': Zaheer

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Former India pacer Zaheer Khan on Wednesday assumed the role of Lucknow Super Giants team mentor.

'India Will Come To Pakistan For Champions Trophy'

'India Will Come To Pakistan For Champions Trophy'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

The BCCI has not yet confirmed India's participation in the Champions Trophy, which is slated to be held in Pakistan in February-March.

Mumbai to operate 50 flights from Mon; Kolkata to begin ops on May 28

Mumbai to operate 50 flights from Mon; Kolkata to begin ops on May 28

Rediff.com24 May 2020

Earlier in the day, state home minister Anil Deshmukh, also of the NCP, said that it was "extremely ill-advised" to reopen airports in red zone amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Juned's Journey: From Driving Autos To Winning Irani Cup

Juned's Journey: From Driving Autos To Winning Irani Cup

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

From working in a garment factory, selling bread, and driving an autorickshaw, the 24-year-old fast bowler's path to representing domestic giants Mumbai was anything but easy.

ISL: Mumbai down Kolkata to keep semis hopes alive

ISL: Mumbai down Kolkata to keep semis hopes alive

Rediff.com7 Dec 2014

Mumbai City FC bounced back from three consecutive defeats with a spirited 2-1 victory against Atletico de Kolkata 2-1 in their 13th round Indian Super League match, in Mumbai, on Sunday.

Rohit's KKR Chit-Chat Fuels Speculation

Rohit's KKR Chit-Chat Fuels Speculation

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Rohit was spotted having a deep conversation with members of the KKR franchise in their dressing room.

#WorstIPLFinal?

#WorstIPLFinal?

Rediff.com27 May 2024

The lack of tension fuelled the '#WorstIPLFinal' trend on social media.

'Lord Ganesha Is Our Best Friend'

'Lord Ganesha Is Our Best Friend'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

You can e-mail your pictures to getahead@rediff.co.in (My Lord Ganesha Pix) with your name, location, details about your Lord Ganesha and what this festival means to you. We will publish the best entries right here on Rediff.com.

Mumbai terror probe: Two held in Kolkata

Mumbai terror probe: Two held in Kolkata

Rediff.com6 Dec 2008

The Kolkata police have nabbed a person from the city in connection with procuring illegal SIM cards for terrorists who held Mumbai to ransom on November 26.

Is Kookaburra To Blame For High Scores?

Is Kookaburra To Blame For High Scores?

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

'How about a Duke ball, a ball with a more pronounced seam, that allows more lateral movement and ensures batters can't just hit through the line at will?'

IPL preview: Kolkata, Mumbai in must-win situation

IPL preview: Kolkata, Mumbai in must-win situation

Rediff.com13 May 2014

High on confidence after their victory against table-toppers Kings XI Punjab in their previous game, Kolkata Knight Riders will look to continue the winning momentum when they take on defending champions Mumbai Indians in their Indian Premier League match in Cuttack.

SC forms task force to devise safety protocol for medics

SC forms task force to devise safety protocol for medics

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Observing that working conditions have made doctors and health professionals susceptible to violence, the Supreme Court on Tuesday constituted a 10-member task force to formulate a national protocol for ensuring safety and facilities for them in the wake of the rape and murder of a medic in Kolkata.

'Watching Tendulkar excel against spin convinced me'

'Watching Tendulkar excel against spin convinced me'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

Watching a young Sachin Tendulkar excelling against spinners Arshad Ayub and Venkatapathy Raju on a rank-turner in a Ranji Trophy match convinced him about the bright future of his junior teammate, recalled former India captain Dilip Vengsarkar.

Iyer's century: A message to selectors!

Iyer's century: A message to selectors!

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

Shreyas Iyer on Saturday expressed his desire to make a comeback to the Indian Test squad, emphasising the hard work he has put into cultivating patience and resilience for the longer format after undergoing a back surgery.

Play-off berth sealed, KKR's winning mantra revealed!

Play-off berth sealed, KKR's winning mantra revealed!

Rediff.com12 May 2024

The key to Kolkata Knight Riders success this season lies in their players' newfound ability to support each other through highs and lows, something that was "missing" over the past two years, feels the team's vice-captain Nitish Rana.

Ananya, Suhana, AbRam Cheer KKR!

Ananya, Suhana, AbRam Cheer KKR!

Rediff.com12 May 2024

Co-owner Shah Rukh Khan was not present at the Eden Gardens but his kids Suhana and AbRam cheered for the Knights from the stands.

Tilak-Sanju smoothly adapting a new brand of Indian cricket

Tilak-Sanju smoothly adapting a new brand of Indian cricket

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

'I can't express my feelings right now. It's unbelievable. Can't imagine scoring back-to-back hundreds, that too in SA. Right now, I can't express my feelings.'

Impact Player rule helps improve Indian cricket on the whole: Zaheer

Impact Player rule helps improve Indian cricket on the whole: Zaheer

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Lucknow Super Giants' new mentor Zaheer Khan wants the Impact Player rule to be persisted with in the IPL.

Dhanush, Janhvi At Wankhede

Dhanush, Janhvi At Wankhede

Rediff.com4 May 2024

Superstar Dhanush took some time off from his busy shooting schedule to catch the cricketing action.

Kolkata look to arrest slide against Mumbai

Kolkata look to arrest slide against Mumbai

Rediff.com15 May 2012

Thirsting for revenge and desperate to arrest their two-match losing streak in the ongoing Indian Premier League, Kolkata Knight Riders would settle for nothing less than a victory in their return leg clash against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede stadium on Wednesday.

Amazon India creates 110K seasonal jobs ahead of festivals

Amazon India creates 110K seasonal jobs ahead of festivals

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

E-commerce firm Amazon India has announced the creation of over 110,000 seasonal job opportunities across its operations network as it prepares to serve millions of customers throughout India during the upcoming festival season. These positions include both direct and indirect roles in cities such as Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Lucknow, and Chennai, among others. Notably, Amazon has hired thousands of women and nearly 1,900 individuals with disabilities into its existing network.

IPL 2025: Who Was Retained, Released

IPL 2025: Who Was Retained, Released

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

Heinrich Klaasen is the most expensive retained player in IPL history.

IPL 2020: Meet the Kolkata Knight Riders

IPL 2020: Meet the Kolkata Knight Riders

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

A look at the Kolkata Knight Riders's IPL record over the years.

'Gambhir knows what he wants and speaks his mind'

'Gambhir knows what he wants and speaks his mind'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2024

Jonty Rhodes believes the Indian team will only become stronger under new head coach Gautam Gambhir, and said the former opener has the ability to make an instant impact in any side.

The Menace Of Illegal Constructions

The Menace Of Illegal Constructions

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

As we brace for unprecedented rates of urbanisation, it is crucial to ensure that illegal constructions and unauthorised land use are curbed, asserts Amit Kapoor.

Kartik Goes All Out For Chandu Champion

Kartik Goes All Out For Chandu Champion

Rediff.com23 May 2024

What were the stars doing on Wednesday?

IPL PHOTOS: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Mumbai Indians

IPL PHOTOS: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Mumbai Indians

Rediff.com25 Apr 2013

Images from the Indian Premier League match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Mumbai Indians in Kolkata, on Wednesday.

U-17 WC: Kolkata to host final; Mumbai, Guwahati get semis

U-17 WC: Kolkata to host final; Mumbai, Guwahati get semis

Rediff.com27 Mar 2017

Kolkata will host the summit clash of the U-17 World Cup football on October 28 while Navi Mumbai and Guwahati were chosen to stage the semi-finals.

Images: Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders

Images: Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders

Rediff.com22 Mar 2010

Images from the Indian Premier League match between Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders in Mumbai, on Monday.