News for 'Nawaz'

Semis spot: It's Mission impossible for Pakistan as they face England

Semis spot: It's Mission impossible for Pakistan as they face England

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

England will hope that the likes of Joe Root, Harry brook and skipper Jos Buttler also get some runs and end their a disastrous World Cup campaign on a high.

Zaka Ashraf set to return as PCB chief

Zaka Ashraf set to return as PCB chief

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

PCB's interim chief Najam Sethi said he will not seek a permanent position in the PCB after pulling out of the race to be its next chairman.

Manipur needs power-sharing pact for communal unity: Bose's grand-nephew

Manipur needs power-sharing pact for communal unity: Bose's grand-nephew

Rediff.com1 Oct 2023

Bose, who was earlier a Lok Sabha MP, pointed out in an interview to PTI that members of all the three communities had joined Netaji's INA in 1944 and fought shoulder to shoulder in the battlefields of Bishnupur and Ukhrul districts in an advance into India.

PHOTOS: What a World Cup cliffhanger in Chennai!

PHOTOS: What a World Cup cliffhanger in Chennai!

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

South Africa broke their 24-year World Cup jinx against Pakistan with a nervy one-wicket victory and inched closer to securing a semi-final place with their fifth win in six matches.

Should PM meet Nawaz Sharif after LoC attack? Tell us

Should PM meet Nawaz Sharif after LoC attack? Tell us

Rediff.com8 Aug 2013

The killing of 5 Indian soldiers in a Pakistani ambush on the Line of Control has once again fanned the simmering tensions between the neighbouring countries.

Blasts hit two mosques in Pakistan, 58 killed

Blasts hit two mosques in Pakistan, 58 killed

Rediff.com30 Sep 2023

A powerful suicide blast ripped through a mosque in Pakistan's restive Balochistan province on Friday, killing at least 52 people and injuring over 50 others gathered to celebrate Prophet Muhammad's birthday, authorities said.

Nawaz Sharif in a spot of bother back home

Nawaz Sharif in a spot of bother back home

Rediff.com1 Oct 2016

Cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan-led Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf's petition seeking Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's disqualification in connection with the 'Panama Papers' leaks has been sent to the Election Commission, the National Assembly Speaker said on Saturday.

With visas for World Cup in limbo, PCB writes to ICC

With visas for World Cup in limbo, PCB writes to ICC

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

Subject to visa, the team will now leave for Hyderabad from Lahore in the wee hours of September 27 and reach Hyderabad via Dubai in the night.

Centurion Conway guides Kiwis to big win in 2nd ODI

Centurion Conway guides Kiwis to big win in 2nd ODI

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

Pakistan lost two early wickets before captain Babar Azam steadied the ship with an innings of 79.

England win Multan thriller to clinch series in Pakistan

England win Multan thriller to clinch series in Pakistan

Rediff.com12 Dec 2022

Pakistan looked in the hunt before being all out for 328 in the second session on day four of the contest.

'Not surprised by Kohli's knock, it's a lesson for us'

'Not surprised by Kohli's knock, it's a lesson for us'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

When the discussion veered towards Kohli, Babar was effusive in his praise.

From Kargil To Peace Talks, Musharraf's Strange Legacy

From Kargil To Peace Talks, Musharraf's Strange Legacy

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

Chastened by the Kargil conflict, Pervez Musharraf will be remembered for gradually lowering the profile of terrorism and seeking a realistically negotiated settlement to the issue of Jammu and Kashmir, notes Ambassador G Parthasarathy, who served as India's high commissioner to Pakistan when Musharraf seized power in a coup in October 1999.

I am still the Pak prime minister: Nawaz Sharif

I am still the Pak prime minister: Nawaz Sharif

Rediff.com26 May 2007

Sharif, who heads the Pakistan Muslim League-N party, said he and former premier Benazir Bhutto wanted to return to Pakistan before the general elections, scheduled for later this year, in order to launch their campaigns.

Shenanigans Surface In Pakistan Military

Shenanigans Surface In Pakistan Military

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

Recent disclosures allege large scale corruption, nepotism and kickbacks by Pakistan air chief Air Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhuin housing land deals in Islamabad and in buying of new aircraft, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W.

PIX: Pakistan outclass New Zealand to win T20 tri-series

PIX: Pakistan outclass New Zealand to win T20 tri-series

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

Pakistan beat New Zealand by five wickets in the final of a tri-series in Christchurch on Friday, giving themselves a timely boost ahead of the upcoming Twenty20 World Cup in Australia.

In Pakistan, blasphemy is now terrorism

In Pakistan, blasphemy is now terrorism

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

Succumbing to the demands of a radical Islamist party, the Pakistan government has agreed to try blasphemy suspects under terrorism charges in addition to the other sections of the country's penal code.

WC Warm-up: Kiwis outshine Pak as Ravindra, Williamson shine

WC Warm-up: Kiwis outshine Pak as Ravindra, Williamson shine

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

Kane Williamson showed his class in his first competitive outing in six months while Rachin Ravindra sizzled at the top of the order as New Zealand gunned down a 346-run target in their opening World Cup warm-up game against Pakistan

Pakistan cricket team overwhelmed by Indian fans' love

Pakistan cricket team overwhelmed by Indian fans' love

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Pakistan cricketers floored by 'unexpected' welcome, hit nets 12 hours after arrival

World Cup: Australia, Pakistan need to regain batting, bowling mojo

World Cup: Australia, Pakistan need to regain batting, bowling mojo

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

Australia's cricketing DNA is constructed by meticulousness and Pakistan's by explosiveness.

T20 WC: Pakistan on sticky wicket as fate rests on Zim, Netherlands

T20 WC: Pakistan on sticky wicket as fate rests on Zim, Netherlands

Rediff.com4 Nov 2022

'Because we can control the controllable things, so we just think about that.'

Brand Nawaz is out to break stereotypes

Brand Nawaz is out to break stereotypes

Rediff.com30 May 2017

How a small-town theatre actor is navigating his way in the world of endorsements, using his Bollywood playbook as a guide.

Police register murder case against Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif

Police register murder case against Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif

Rediff.com17 Sep 2014

A murder case has been registered against Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, his ministers and other top officials for their alleged involvement in the killing of anti-government protesters here, police said on Wednesday.

World Cup: Pakistan eager to fine-tune concerns in opener against Netherlands

World Cup: Pakistan eager to fine-tune concerns in opener against Netherlands

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

Pakistan would be desperate to plug the gaping holes and hope their star players regain form when they open their World Cup campaign against a free spirited Netherlands in Hyderabad on Friday.

Nawaz Sharif may be allowed to return to Pakistan

Nawaz Sharif may be allowed to return to Pakistan

Rediff.com15 Feb 2007

The official said the Sharif family, which currently lives in London, have maintained their contacts with the Pakistan government through interlocutors, though both sides have vehemently denied it publicly.

Haddi Review: Violence Runs Amok

Haddi Review: Violence Runs Amok

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

Watching Haddi after a meal is not advised since some scenes could induce nausea, warns Deepa Gahlot.

Asia Cup PIX: Rauf, Imam guide Pakistan to comfortable win

Asia Cup PIX: Rauf, Imam guide Pakistan to comfortable win

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

Haris Rauf bowled a couple of hostile spells, while Imam-ul-Haq struck a silken 78 as Pakistan secured a comfortable seven-wicket victory over Bangladesh in a Super Four clash of the Asia Cup, in Lahore on Wednesday.

Pakistan's ex-military ruler Musharraf dies in Dubai; to be buried in Karachi

Pakistan's ex-military ruler Musharraf dies in Dubai; to be buried in Karachi

Rediff.com5 Feb 2023

Musharraf, 79, was suffering from amyloidosis, a rare disease caused by a build-up of an abnormal protein called amyloid in organs and tissues throughout the body, The Express Tribune reported.

Nawaz Sharif condemns Burhan Wani's killing as Kashmir burns

Nawaz Sharif condemns Burhan Wani's killing as Kashmir burns

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

Saeed, who plans to hold funeral prayers in absentia for Wani and others on Friday in Lahore, said issues in Kashmir should be resolved as per the wish of Kashmiri people.

'No one will pelt stones at my home'

'No one will pelt stones at my home'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

'As I walked in to bat, I cursed Dinesh Karthik for a second.'

Hyderabad felt like Rawalpindi, says Rizwan

Hyderabad felt like Rawalpindi, says Rizwan

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

Mohammed Rizwan will fondly remember the local curator in his prayers for producing a batting beauty

Hit on head, Pak batter Masood's scans normal

Hit on head, Pak batter Masood's scans normal

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

The 33-year-old was wearing pads but not a helmet as he was waiting for his turn to bat.

Babar Azam on what went wrong for Pakistan

Babar Azam on what went wrong for Pakistan

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

Babar Azam spoke about his team's mistakes in the final match

When King Kohli Left MCG Spellbound

When King Kohli Left MCG Spellbound

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

From the 12th over onwards, Virat Kohli hit 67 from his last 29 balls, scoring at a strike rate in excess of 200 to take the match away from Pakistan's grasp in great style.

Babar Azam says his middle order can win matches.

Babar Azam says his middle order can win matches.

Rediff.com22 Oct 2022

"Off the field when we meet, we meet very warmly. We want to meet nicely. On the field, we play with intensity," stated the batter when asked about the camaraderie between the Pakistani and Indian players.

Nawaz Sharif to visit China on July 4

Nawaz Sharif to visit China on July 4

Rediff.com28 Jun 2013

Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif will visit China next week on his first foreign tour since assuming office, the foreign ministry said on Friday.

PIX: Kohli lights up Diwali for India with last ball win over Pak

PIX: Kohli lights up Diwali for India with last ball win over Pak

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

IMAGES of the T20 World Cup match played between India and Pakistan at the MCG on Sunday

Can Sri Lanka deny Pakistan spot in Asia Cup final vs India?

Can Sri Lanka deny Pakistan spot in Asia Cup final vs India?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

An injury-hit Pakistan will have the tough task of taming a high-spirited Sri Lanka when they lock horns in a virtual semi-final match in the Asia Cup 2023 match on Thursday.

Why Modi's overture to Nawaz is timely

Why Modi's overture to Nawaz is timely

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

'Modi's decision to hold out an olive branch to Sharif within 48 hours of the 'surgical strikes' has been a timely move as it helps tensions to 'de-escalate',' says Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

PIX: Pakistan chase down record score to beat Sri Lanka

PIX: Pakistan chase down record score to beat Sri Lanka

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

IMAGES from the ICC World Cup match played between Pakistan and Sri Lanka in Hyderabad on Tuesday.

World Cup 2023: India's the team to beat: Former Pakistan skipper

World Cup 2023: India's the team to beat: Former Pakistan skipper

Rediff.com30 Sep 2023

Kuldeep Yadav is the best spinner going into the World Cup and will give India a distinct advantage in the middle overs through the course of the 50-over showpiece, reckons former Pakistan captain Intikhab Alam.