News for 'Nepal'

SAFF U-17 C'ship: India drub Nepal to enter final

SAFF U-17 C'ship: India drub Nepal to enter final

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Second-half surge against Nepal puts India in SAFF U17 final

Former CJ, Kathmandu mayor in race for Nepal interim PM

Former CJ, Kathmandu mayor in race for Nepal interim PM

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

Nepal's Gen Z protesters are considering candidates for an interim government following the Prime Minister's resignation amidst widespread protests.

T20 World Cup semifinal: India, England won't have any secrets to throw at each other: Curran

T20 World Cup semifinal: India, England won't have any secrets to throw at each other: Curran

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Sam Curran says England are aiming for a 'perfect game' against India in their T20 World Cup semifinal clash, highlighting the familiarity between the two teams and the importance of adaptability in diverse conditions.

Violent protests continue in Nepal, minister's houses targeted

Violent protests continue in Nepal, minister's houses targeted

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

The protesters shouted slogans such as KP Chor, Desh Chhod (K P Sharma Oli is a thief, quit the country), "Take action against corrupt leaders".

Security stepped up in UP districts bordering Nepal after protests

Security stepped up in UP districts bordering Nepal after protests

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Security has been increased in Uttar Pradesh districts bordering Nepal following violent protests in Nepal over a ban on social media. Authorities are monitoring the situation and have increased patrols and surveillance.

SAFF Cup: India crush Bhutan, eye title vs Bangladesh

SAFF Cup: India crush Bhutan, eye title vs Bangladesh

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

The Indian Under-17 women's team crushed Bhutan 8-0 in its last round-robin fixture of the SAFF Under-19 Women's Championship to set up a summit showdown with Bangladesh at the Pokhara Rangasala Stadium

Nepal cricketers hone skills at BCCI facility

Nepal cricketers hone skills at BCCI facility

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Nepal's national cricket team has been training at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru to prepare in earnest for the ICC men's T20 World Cup Qualifiers.

T20 World Cup: 0,0,0: Abhishek's Wait For First Run Continues!

T20 World Cup: 0,0,0: Abhishek's Wait For First Run Continues!

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Abhishek Sharma joins unwanted list after registering third duck in T20 World Cup.

T20 World Cup: Will India Bring In Bumrah, Kuldeep Against Namibia?

T20 World Cup: Will India Bring In Bumrah, Kuldeep Against Namibia?

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

With Abhishek Sharma hospitalised with a stomach bug, Sanju Samson is set to get another opportunity at the top of the order.

T20 World Cup: England-Pakistan showdown could flip the tournament

T20 World Cup: England-Pakistan showdown could flip the tournament

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

England all-rounder Liam Dawson says the team is confident despite a mixed group-stage campaign in the T20 World Cup, highlighting the strength of their spin attack.

India Face Vietnam in AFC Women's Asian Cup Opener

India Face Vietnam in AFC Women's Asian Cup Opener

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

India face Vietnam in their opening match of the AFC Women's Asian Cup, with concerns over India's lack of international game time.

T20 WC Semi-final: India Eye Complete Game as England Loom

T20 WC Semi-final: India Eye Complete Game as England Loom

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

India face a tough spin challenge from England in the T20 World Cup semi-final at Wankhede Stadium, as both teams aim for a perfect game in the high-pressure knockout.

T20 World Cup: Hope hails Motie, Rutherford after England rout

T20 World Cup: Hope hails Motie, Rutherford after England rout

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

We played a complete game: WI captain Hope after 30-run win over England

Nepal President dissolves House; parliamentary polls in March next year

Nepal President dissolves House; parliamentary polls in March next year

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

The house was dissolved with effect from 11 pm on September 12, 2025, according to a notice issued by the President's Office.

Nepal lifts social media ban after deadly protests kill 19

Nepal lifts social media ban after deadly protests kill 19

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Three days ago, the Nepal government had ordered to ban 26 social media sites, including Facebook and X over their failure to register with the Nepal government.

Ex-CJ Sushila Karki sworn in as Nepal's first woman PM

Ex-CJ Sushila Karki sworn in as Nepal's first woman PM

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

Nepal's former Chief Justice Sushila Karki is set to lead an interim government, announced by the President's office, following the resignation of prime minister K P Sharma Oli. She will be the first woman prime minister of Nepal.

Army conspiring to restore monarchy: Nepal civil society

Army conspiring to restore monarchy: Nepal civil society

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

A civil society alliance in Nepal has alleged a conspiracy to restore the monarchy, even as political parleys for a transitional government continue.

Super 8s: England's Spin Test Awaits Pakistan in Pallekele

Super 8s: England's Spin Test Awaits Pakistan in Pallekele

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

England and Pakistan lock horns in a crucial T20 World Cup Super Eights clash in Pallekele, as Brook's side eye momentum while Pakistan seek comeback.

No Blind World Cup matches in crisis-hit Nepal

No Blind World Cup matches in crisis-hit Nepal

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

Nepal turmoil: Kathmandu dropped as neutral venue for Blind T20 CWC for women

Nepal ex-PM Madhav Nepal gets bail in Patanjali land case

Nepal ex-PM Madhav Nepal gets bail in Patanjali land case

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Madhav, the chairman of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Socialist, was present in a special court to present his arguments relating to the land misappropriation case.

Norms on investments from China can be eased in calibrated way: Goyal

Norms on investments from China can be eased in calibrated way: Goyal

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

India may adopt a "calibrated" and a "step-by-step" approach to easing norms on investments originating from China, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Tuesday. He was in a conversation with A K Bhattacharya on Day 1 of Business Standard's two-day annual event, Manthan 2026. The minister said foreign direct investment (FDI) from China was certainly not "banned", but it goes through an approval process. "The government's approach at the moment is to accelerate the approval process."

Sonam Wangchuk tried to incite Gen Z protests: Centre

Sonam Wangchuk tried to incite Gen Z protests: Centre

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

The Centre and the Union Territory of Ladakh administration have accused jailed climate activist Sonam Wangchuk of attempting to instigate Gen Z for protests, drawing parallels to unrest in Nepal, Bangladesh, and the Arab Spring.

SAFF U-19 Football Championship: India U-17 women lose to Bangladesh

SAFF U-19 Football Championship: India U-17 women lose to Bangladesh

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

The India Under-17 women's national team suffered a 0-2 defeat against Bangladesh in the SAFF Under-19 Women's Football Championship 2026.

Pakistan won't have it easy against India: Ganguly

Pakistan won't have it easy against India: Ganguly

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has said it not going to be easy for Pakistan to defeat India in their ICC T20 World Cup group match come February 15.

JJ Smuts a surprise inclusion in Italy squad for T20 World Cup

JJ Smuts a surprise inclusion in Italy squad for T20 World Cup

Rediff.com17 Jan 2026

Italy name 15-member squad for ICC men's T20 World Cup

'Nehru Believed India And China Should Be Brothers'

'Nehru Believed India And China Should Be Brothers'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

'Nehru was an idealist, he was certainly a visionary in one way, but Mao Zedong was not. Mao Zedong was a very down-to-earth strategist. He wanted to take Tibet, to take the plateau, to take the rivers, to take the minerals.'

T20 World Cup: Namibia cry foul over night training snub vs India

T20 World Cup: Namibia cry foul over night training snub vs India

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Namibia captain Gerhard Erasmus on Wednesday took a slight dig at the organisers for not scheduling their training sessions in the night ahead of their T20 World Cup game against India under lights.

India rejects Nepal's objection to trade with China through Lipulekh

India rejects Nepal's objection to trade with China through Lipulekh

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

India on Wednesday categorically rejected Nepal's objection to a decision by New Delhi and Beijing to resume border trade through Lipulekh pass, saying Kathmandu's claims on the territory are not justified.

Bangladesh, Netherlands qualify for Women's T20 World Cup 2026

Bangladesh, Netherlands qualify for Women's T20 World Cup 2026

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Bangladesh and the Netherlands have booked two of the four available spots at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026.

Indian citizen among 51 killed in Nepal 'Gen Z' protest

Indian citizen among 51 killed in Nepal 'Gen Z' protest

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

At least 51 people, including an Indian national, have died in Nepal during protests against corruption and a ban on social media. The violence included attacks on government buildings and political offices.

UP woman slips to death escaping burning hotel during Nepal unrest

UP woman slips to death escaping burning hotel during Nepal unrest

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Rajesh Gola slipped and fell to her death, the long-planned pilgrimage to Pashupatinath temple in the Nepal capital gone horribly wrong for the couple from Ghaziabad.

9 Noisiest Cities In The World

9 Noisiest Cities In The World

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

According to a United Nations Environment Program 2022 report, these nine cities are known for particularly high sound levels.

Nepal challenges India-China border trade deal, reasserts claim on Lipulekh

Nepal challenges India-China border trade deal, reasserts claim on Lipulekh

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

Nepal has reiterated its claim over the Lipulekh territory, stating it is an inseparable part of the country, after India and China agreed to resume border trade through the area. The Nepalese government has incorporated the territory into its official map and Constitution. India has rejected Nepal's claims, asserting they are not based on historical facts or evidence.

SC demands precise transcripts in activist Sonam Wangchuk case

SC demands precise transcripts in activist Sonam Wangchuk case

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the central government to provide accurate transcripts of videos related to climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's detention, emphasizing the need for precision in translations, especially with the advent of Artificial Intelligence.

Aamir Kaleem: Oldest player in T20 World Cup history

Aamir Kaleem: Oldest player in T20 World Cup history

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Oman's Aamir Kaleem has become the oldest player to feature in a Twenty20 World Cup, surpassing Ryan Campbell's record. Despite the milestone, Kaleem remains focused on contributing to his team's success and advocating for more opportunities for associate nations to compete against full-member teams.

Days after landslide poll victory, BNP office set ablaze in Bangladesh

Days after landslide poll victory, BNP office set ablaze in Bangladesh

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Unidentified miscreants smashed a window and threw "petrol or similar substance" inside before igniting the blaze

Having sneaked in, England will be 'more brave' in Super 8s

Having sneaked in, England will be 'more brave' in Super 8s

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

England captain Harry Brook acknowledges underestimating opponents in the group stage of the T20 World Cup and anticipates a stronger showing in the Super 8s, starting with their match against Sri Lanka.

T20 World Cup: SKY Praises Gambhir For...

T20 World Cup: SKY Praises Gambhir For...

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

'The atmosphere he has created in the team -- he has tried to infuse a culture of playing for the team and not focusing on personal milestones.'

'AI-Assisted Surgery Will Be Reality Soon'

'AI-Assisted Surgery Will Be Reality Soon'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

'Artificial Intelligence-assisted surgery is expected to shape the future of operating theatres in India.'

'Women Are Far More Dangerous And Cruel'

'Women Are Far More Dangerous And Cruel'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

'Women in crime can turn on and off emotions like a tap.' 'Something that comes in the way of their goals can be eliminated without a second thought.'