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Sarfaraz skips practice at Eden Gardens: Here's why

Sarfaraz skips practice at Eden Gardens: Here's why

Rediff.com26 Feb 2023

Sarfaraz Khan missed training session at the Eden Gardens and is set to miss the upcoming Irani Cup after sustaining an injury at the Delhi Capitals camp.

Ashwin isn't on trial, no threat to Surya's place in side: Dravid

Ashwin isn't on trial, no threat to Surya's place in side: Dravid

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

A bowler of Ravichandran Ashwin's calibre can't be put on "trial", while someone possessing Suryakumar Yadav's ability need not worry about his place in the World Cup squad.

Bain to buy 90% stake in Adani Capital and Adani Housing for Rs 1,600 cr

Bain to buy 90% stake in Adani Capital and Adani Housing for Rs 1,600 cr

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

The Adani group has exited the financial services business by selling its entire 90 per cent stake in Adani Capital and Adani Housing to private equity (PE) firm Bain Capital for Rs 1,440 crore. The total valuation of the Adani financial services business stands at Rs 1,600 crore. Gaurav Gupta, managing director (MD) and chief executive officer (CEO) of the Adani firms will hold the rest of the stake.

Sena-NCP government rests on Sonia's decision

Sena-NCP government rests on Sonia's decision

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

'They want to keep the BJP out, but how to make it happen is the issue that the Congress high command will resolve.'

18 NDRF teams on standby in Gujarat for Biparjoy rescue and relief ops

18 NDRF teams on standby in Gujarat for Biparjoy rescue and relief ops

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

A total of 33 teams have been earmarked by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) to undertake relief and rescue operations in Gujarat and Maharashtra ahead of the expected landfall of cyclone 'Biparjoy' near the Jakhau port in Kutch district, officials said on Wednesday.

Air passenger traffic nearly doubled to 1.25 cr in Jan

Air passenger traffic nearly doubled to 1.25 cr in Jan

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

India's domestic air passenger traffic nearly doubled to 1.25 crore in January compared to 64.08 lakh recorded in the year-ago period, according to official data released on Monday. In January, IndiGo saw its domestic market share decline for the fifth consecutive month at 54.6 per cent. It carried 68.47 lakh passengers last month.

India ranks 2nd for global investment in digital shopping

India ranks 2nd for global investment in digital shopping

Rediff.com9 Mar 2022

India is the second-largest global venture capital investment hub for digital shopping companies, growing by a whopping 175 per cent from $8 billion in 2020 to $22 billion in 2021, according to an official analysis released here on Wednesday. On a global scale, India came in second to the US last year, which attracted $51 billion in investment, followed by China at third with $14 billion and the UK at fourth with $7 billion. Within India, Bengaluru comes out on top globally with $14 billion worth of Venture Capital (VC) investments in digital shopping in 2021, followed by Gurugram at No. 7 with $4 billion and Mumbai at No. 10 with $3 billion.

Pick Your Team For First Test

Pick Your Team For First Test

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

Who do you think should be in India's playing XI for the first Test against the West Indies?

India 'A' crush NZ 'A' by 106 runs, sweep series 3-0

India 'A' crush NZ 'A' by 106 runs, sweep series 3-0

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

The young all-rounder picked up three of the last four NZ 'A' wickets to fall for fine figures of 4 for 11 to finish as the best Indian bowler.

Modi-BJP Gives Two Hoots For...

Modi-BJP Gives Two Hoots For...

Rediff.com9 Dec 2023

A democracy is one, only if it has a robust Opposition. And as its actions show, the Modi-BJP combine gives two hoots for that. So, the Opposition must learn to convince people why the BJP must go. Else, it can count down to 2029, points out Shyam G Menon.

Shami set to return; turning pitch unlikely for final Test

Shami set to return; turning pitch unlikely for final Test

Rediff.com4 Mar 2023

Mohammed Shami will be needed on a dry Motera surface, which might be conducive for reverse swing.

Indemnity demands from pharma firms hit foreign Covid vaccine buy: Mandaviya

Indemnity demands from pharma firms hit foreign Covid vaccine buy: Mandaviya

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

He also said that it was wrong to suggest that India stopped foreign made vaccines like that made by Moderna and Pfizer from coming to India.

Avoid going to media with...: Kharge to Cong leaders

Avoid going to media with...: Kharge to Cong leaders

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

He said the people are looking for an alternative and the Congress' victories in Himachal Pradesh and Karnataka elections are clear proof of this.

Ranji Roundup: Pujara enters elite list; Tare rescues Mumbai

Ranji Roundup: Pujara enters elite list; Tare rescues Mumbai

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

A round-up of Ranji matches played on Saturday.

Powar turns it Mumbai's way

Powar turns it Mumbai's way

Rediff.com19 Sep 2003

Will Virat Kohli be stripped of India's ODI captaincy?

Will Virat Kohli be stripped of India's ODI captaincy?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2021

Another failure to win an ICC tournament will put Virat Kohli's leadership future in doubt. When BCCI president Sourav Ganguly and secretary Jay Shah hold a virtual meet with the national selectors in a couple of days' time, the leadership issue will be discussed.

Shastri's advice to Kohli on how to bat in T20s...

Shastri's advice to Kohli on how to bat in T20s...

Rediff.com8 May 2023

Former India coach Ravi Shastri advised Virat Kohli that he must not drop the tempo of his innings after getting a start.

PHOTOS: Mayank leads India's fightback with ton

PHOTOS: Mayank leads India's fightback with ton

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

Images from Day 1 of the 2nd Test between India and New Zealand at the Wankhede in Mumbai on Friday.

KL Rahul tests positive for COVID-19; set to miss WI T20s

KL Rahul tests positive for COVID-19; set to miss WI T20s

Rediff.com21 Jul 2022

Star India batter K L Rahul on Thursday tested positive for COVID-19, which is likely to rule him out of the upcoming five-match T20I series against the West Indies, starting on July 29.

With Saha still down, Parthiv to play Mumbai Test

With Saha still down, Parthiv to play Mumbai Test

Rediff.com6 Dec 2016

Patel, who impressed with scores of 42 and 67 in the two innings at Mohali on his comeback into the side after eight years, has got another chance to impress the team management.

Indians Star In World's Toughest Race

Indians Star In World's Toughest Race

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Race Across America -- which spans a little over 3,000 miles, from the west coast of the US to its east -- is often called the toughest race in the world. Indian cyclists are now returning multiple finishes at RAAM including podium positions within age categories, discovers Shyam G Menon.

Who Can Take Over Pujara's No 3 Slot?

Who Can Take Over Pujara's No 3 Slot?

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

Young prodigy Yashasvi Jaiswal is considered the frontrunner to make his Test debut in the West Indies, but there are other options in Ruturaj Gaikwad and Shubman Gill.

'The agenda is 'insurance for all by 2047''

'The agenda is 'insurance for all by 2047''

Rediff.com31 Dec 2023

'If you want it to grow well and serve the true needs of the economy, it needs a lot of freedom and flexibility, which comes in terms of the reform objective set by the regulator.'

KL Rahul to miss out T20I series against West Indies

KL Rahul to miss out T20I series against West Indies

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

Rahul has completed his isolation period, but has been advised one more week's rest and recuperation by the BCCI's medical professionals.

After Horror IPL, Ro's Maldives Break

After Horror IPL, Ro's Maldives Break

Rediff.com26 May 2022

After two months in the bio-bubble, MI Skipper Rohit Sharma headed to the Maldives during his off-time after his side exited the IPL.

What you must know about Mumbai's COVID-19 deaths

What you must know about Mumbai's COVID-19 deaths

Rediff.com13 May 2020

'65 per cent were males.' 'Age group of deaths: More were seen from age 51 to 70.' 'Saw some deaths from age 21 to the 40s.' 'About 76 to 77 per cent of patient deaths had some kind of a comorbidity.' 'The main comorbidities were the presence of diabetes, hypertension, some kind of heart diseases.'

Is it the end of the road for Pujara?

Is it the end of the road for Pujara?

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

'Once he failed in the Australia series at home, there was very little chance for him but selectors didn't want to change things ahead of WTC final.'

'We shouldn't be talking about workload in T20 cricket'

'We shouldn't be talking about workload in T20 cricket'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

Mumbai Indians head coach Mark Boucher feels the incessant talk over workload management in T20 cricket is overrated as the other two formats are more punishing on the body.

PICS: Kohli meets a cool cat during net practice

PICS: Kohli meets a cool cat during net practice

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

Kohli has been rested for the opening Test in Kanpur, starting on Thursday, and will return to lead the side in the 2nd Test in Mumbai, starting December 3.

I want Pant sitting with me in the dugout in IPL: Ponting

I want Pant sitting with me in the dugout in IPL: Ponting

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

Delhi Capitals coach Ricky Ponting wants "cultural leader" Rishabh Pant in the dugout every day of the week in IPL 2023.

Confident Jaiswal targets best IPL season after strong start

Confident Jaiswal targets best IPL season after strong start

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

With 125 runs in three matches including two half-centuries, Rajasthan Royals opener Yashasvi Jaiswal has made his best start yet to the IPL.

WTC Final: Ponting surprised SKY isn't in main squad, backs Kishan

WTC Final: Ponting surprised SKY isn't in main squad, backs Kishan

Rediff.com19 May 2023

Ahead of the WTC Final next month, former Australian skipper Ricky Ponting opened up on India and Australia's chances for the big game.

MI's Suryakumar Yadav ruled out of IPL

MI's Suryakumar Yadav ruled out of IPL

Rediff.com9 May 2022

The India batter played eight matches this season for the five-time champions and scored 303 runs at an average of 43.29, which included three half-centuries.

'You stand in the slips and half the battle is won'

'You stand in the slips and half the battle is won'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2023

In a chat with PTI ahead of Tendulkar's 50th birthday, Gaekwad fondly recalled the time spent in the dressing room with the little master during the memorable home series against Pakistan in 1999, the 'Desert Storm' in Sharjah the year before, and his first meeting with a 15-year-old Sachin during a Ranji Trophy game in the late 80s.

Mumbai concede huge lead

Mumbai concede huge lead

Rediff.com23 Sep 2004

Asia Cup: Will Kohli, Rohit Shine Or Disappoint?

Asia Cup: Will Kohli, Rohit Shine Or Disappoint?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Senior pros Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli haven't played too many ODIs in the last couple of years, while young Shubman Gill is still finding his feet at the top level.

PIX: Suryakumar's century in vain as India lose 3rd T20

PIX: Suryakumar's century in vain as India lose 3rd T20

Rediff.com10 Jul 2022

Suryakumar Yadav smashed a magnificent century but England held their nerve in a high-scoring thriller to win the third and final T20I by 17 runs and avoid the series sweep, in Nottingham, in Sunday.

Will India pick Shardul for 1st Test?

Will India pick Shardul for 1st Test?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2021

Will India go in with five bowlers?

What Happiness Means To Hema Malini

What Happiness Means To Hema Malini

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

It's not everyday that we get to interview the mesmerising Hema Malini.