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Who is responsible for the mess in Pakistan cricket?

Who is responsible for the mess in Pakistan cricket?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

Inzamam ul Haq blames ousted PCB Interim Committee chairman Zaka Ashraf for mess in Pakistan cricket

India-Pakistan epic surpasses IPL final on HotStar

India-Pakistan epic surpasses IPL final on HotStar

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

Disney Star creates new viewership record in high-voltage India Pak match

It is time to fix Indian news television

It is time to fix Indian news television

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

'Of the 202 debates, 79 were around attacking Pakistan and 66 attacking the Opposition and Nehru.' 'The PMC Bank scam where thousands of depositors lost their savings got just one,' points out Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.

Caretaker PM appointed in Pakistan

Caretaker PM appointed in Pakistan

Rediff.com16 Nov 2007

Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf on Thursday appointed the Chairman of the Senate (Upper House) Mohammad Mian Soomro as the caretaker prime minister of the country.

Pakistan, India can't afford war, says Gilani

Pakistan, India can't afford war, says Gilani

Rediff.com2 Jan 2011

Dialogue is the only way to address outstanding problems between Pakistan and India, as both countries cannot afford wars, Pakistan Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has said.

Musharraf, the last military dictator in Pakistan

Musharraf, the last military dictator in Pakistan

Rediff.com19 Jun 2007

'In Pakistan, people have started believing that democratic forces will win this battle and the army will go back to the barracks, this time forever.'

Man who shot at Badal faces multiple police cases

Man who shot at Badal faces multiple police cases

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

Narain Singh Chaura, a former terrorist with a history of violence and involvement in the 2004 Burail jailbreak case, attempted to shoot Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal outside the Golden Temple. The attack, which occurred while Badal was sitting in a wheelchair, was thwarted by quick action from security personnel. Chaura has been arrested and is facing multiple charges, including under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.

'Just Don't Lose To India'

'Just Don't Lose To India'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

'Once when I went to someone's room, they had the match playing on television and said that they watch it every day.'

Why March 26 should be apology day for Pakistan

Why March 26 should be apology day for Pakistan

Rediff.com26 Mar 2010

On March 26, the government of Pakistan should apologise to the people of Bangladesh for the genocide of March 1971, says Hamid Mir.

Pakistan opens up DTH, Indian firms cautious

Pakistan opens up DTH, Indian firms cautious

Rediff.com10 Oct 2008

Encouraged by the success of direct-to-home services in India, Pakistan Television Corporation Ltd, that country's national broadcaster, has invited national and international firms to help it set up its own DTH service with 100 channels. Once operational, this will be the first DTH service in Pakistan.

15 killed, 20 hurt in Pakistan suicide attack

15 killed, 20 hurt in Pakistan suicide attack

Rediff.com8 Dec 2010

A suicide bomber on Wednesday targetted a crowded bus terminal at Kohat in Pakistan's restive northwest, killing at least 15 people and injuring 20 others in the latest in a string of deadly terrorist attacks.

Mushfiqur, Litton stand firm against Pakistani pacers

Mushfiqur, Litton stand firm against Pakistani pacers

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

Opener Shadman Islam missed out on a century in his comeback test match as Bangladesh blunted pace-heavy Pakistan's attack and reached 316-5 at stumps on the third day of the first test on Friday.

Powerful quake kills 12, injures 250 in Pakistan, Afghanistan

Powerful quake kills 12, injures 250 in Pakistan, Afghanistan

Rediff.com22 Mar 2023

A strong 6.8 magnitude earthquake with the epicentre in Afghanistan shook Pakistan, killing at least 12 people and injuring nearly 250 others in both the countries, authorities said on Wednesday.

Butt and Amir signed by television channels

Butt and Amir signed by television channels

Rediff.com19 Sep 2012

Banned Pakistan cricketers Salman Butt and Mohammad Amir have been signed by local television channels for special Twenty20 World Cup shows during the tournament which opens in Sri Lanka on Tuesday.

Shadab Khan's Mistakes Cost Pakistan The Asia Cup

Shadab Khan's Mistakes Cost Pakistan The Asia Cup

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

Just when things looked to go well for Pakistan, Shadab dropped Bhanuka Rajapaksa at long on off Haris.

NSA's clarification on television interview

NSA's clarification on television interview

Rediff.com4 Feb 2009

"It is further clarified that the underlying theme of the reply to the question on Indo-US relations was the high expectation India had from the Obama Administration with a hope being expressed that it would be possible for India to make the new Administration appreciate India's positions and views on the region, including Kashmir," the Media Adviser's statement said.

'Women in Pakistan feel like they are being watched'

'Women in Pakistan feel like they are being watched'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

'There's this presence, a sense of patrolling and surveillance. And it's not coming from a place of safety.' 'It's coming from a place of 'You don't belong here'.' 'It's a malevolent force, the society at large is observing them.'

Is Pakistan heading towards military rule?

Is Pakistan heading towards military rule?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2022

"In the coming days if we see a political or constitutional upheaval in Pakistan, or an increase in instability, then we cannot rule out the possibility of another coup in the country," said defence expert Sanjeev Srivastava.

Why Did IC-814 Series Mute ISI Role?

Why Did IC-814 Series Mute ISI Role?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

Captain Sharan and Flight Engineer Anil Jaggia both confirm that the hijackers seemed to know a lot about flying an aircraft. Without help from the ISI or the Pakistan army, it was impossible, points out Utkarsh Mishra.

'Pakistan paid extra money to Windies players to tour'

'Pakistan paid extra money to Windies players to tour'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2020

PCB chairman Ehsan Mani told a National Assembly standing committee meeting that the board paid each West Indian player around $ 25,000 to come for the tour.

Why It's Best Not To Talk To Pakistan Now

Why It's Best Not To Talk To Pakistan Now

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

The only thing that might justify a response is the desperate state of Pakistan's economy and how its people are suffering. But it's better to be heartless for now, argues Shekhar Gupta.

Commander Karan Saxena Review: We've Seen It All Before

Commander Karan Saxena Review: We've Seen It All Before

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

The first two episodes of Commander Karan Saxena have nothing to offer, except for Gurmeet's muscles and shirtless torso, observes Namrata Thakker.

Pakistan one of the most dangerous nations in world: Biden

Pakistan one of the most dangerous nations in world: Biden

Rediff.com15 Oct 2022

Biden's remarks could be seen as a setback to the Shehbaz Sharif government's bid to improve ties with the US.

Maulvi arrested in Guj over plot to kill Hindu leader

Maulvi arrested in Guj over plot to kill Hindu leader

Rediff.com4 May 2024

Surat police commissioner Anupam Singh Gehlot identified the arrested accused as Maulvi Sohel Abubakr Timol (27), who worked at a thread factory as a manager and offered private tuition on Islam to Muslim children.

X opposes global takedown of posts against journalist Rajat Sharma

X opposes global takedown of posts against journalist Rajat Sharma

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

Social media giant 'X' Corp has told the Delhi high court that a direction to remove from all countries posts considered defamatory by journalist Rajat Sharma would be contrary to international law and principles of comity of nations and encroach upon the sovereignty of all other countries.

Was Pakistan airspace used in drone strike that killed Zawahiri?

Was Pakistan airspace used in drone strike that killed Zawahiri?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

The US drone strike that killed Ayman al-Zawahiri has raised questions over Pakistan's possible role in the raid amid reports suggesting that the country's airspace could have been used for carrying out the precision strike on the Al Qaeda chief's safe house in Kabul.

What Pakistan plans to do with a new political map

What Pakistan plans to do with a new political map

Rediff.com8 Aug 2020

India cannot afford to be complacent about a possible Pakistan resort to military options across the LoC, warns Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

Why a Pakistan colonel was kidnapped

Why a Pakistan colonel was kidnapped

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

A retired Pakistan army officer incurs army chief General Bajwa's wrath, reveals Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

America Stoops to Conquer

America Stoops to Conquer

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

The Biden administration's failure in stopping two major wars and several minor ones was seen as a major disaster by many Americans and the world at large, observes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

'Today was not the day to do this'

'Today was not the day to do this'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

'Agar chache ke puttar ne keh diya hai ki t-shirt chahiye Kohli ki, then do it after the game in the dressing room.'

Uzbekistan: Land Of Arabian Nights

Uzbekistan: Land Of Arabian Nights

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Uzbekistan lives comfortably in several centuries but is also a forward-looking nation, Deepa Gahlot discovers on a visit to this Central Asian country.

Will POW bring back great story telling to television?

Will POW bring back great story telling to television?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2016

'Nikkhil Advani's POW shows a director's deft touch and is a promising start of a great story, top notch acting talent and great behind the scenes production team,' says film director Suparn Verma.

History Unfolds At Rashtrapati Bhavan

History Unfolds At Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

With the strain and anxiety of the longest Lok Sabha polls now behind the leaders, governance, with consensus, is the next step.

'Babar said if he can't captain in all formats he doesn't want to be captain'

'Babar said if he can't captain in all formats he doesn't want to be captain'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2024

Former Pakistan Cricket Board chief Zaka Ashraf has defended his decision to remove Babar Azam as captain following the team's disappointing ODI World Cup campaign in India.

10 Times Arvind Kejriwal Made Headlines

10 Times Arvind Kejriwal Made Headlines

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

From the time he first rose to prominence during the movement against the then UPA government, Arvind Kejriwal has regularly grabbed headlines for his surprise moves and decisions. Here are 10 such instances.

Were India Overconfident?

Were India Overconfident?

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

'When you win 10 games on the trot, you tend to get overconfident. This leads to your downfall.'

Pakistan bans IPL broadcast

Pakistan bans IPL broadcast

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

He said the move was taken by the Cabinet because India left no opportunity to harm Pakistan's cricket.

Which way is Pakistan headed?

Which way is Pakistan headed?

Rediff.com12 Oct 2020

With the maulana fully committed and PML (N) cadres prepared to court arrest, this would be the first time where both Punjabis and Pakhtuns would be standing up against the Pakistan army, notes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

'Always Treat China With Caution'

'Always Treat China With Caution'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

'Given China's past behaviour and their territorial claims, should we be sceptical regarding China's willingness to adhere to these agreements fully? The answer is yes.' 'As Ronald Reagan famously said in the context of the SALT talks, 'Trust, but verify!' India should also do the same.' 'This has already begun with foot patrolling, drones, satellite imagery and so on. India's military deployment did mirror China's and will continue to do so in the future.'

Neither India nor US behind Pak's miseries, but ...: Ex-PM Nawaz Sharif

Neither India nor US behind Pak's miseries, but ...: Ex-PM Nawaz Sharif

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

The 73-year-old leader castigated the judges for legitimising military dictators.