News for 'Select Committee'

Jayant Narlikar: A Voice That Lit The Cosmos

Jayant Narlikar: A Voice That Lit The Cosmos

Rediff.com22 May 2025

'When Dr Murli Manohar Joshi wanted to start a course on astrology, Jayant was the first one to have the courage to stand up and say astrology is not science.' 'That's a very rare quality -- to stand up to authority.'

Parliament passes Waqf bill after RS nod by 128-95 votes

Parliament passes Waqf bill after RS nod by 128-95 votes

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025 was passed in the Lok Sabha early Thursday, with 288 members supporting it and 232 against it.

Chetan Sharma retained as chairman of new selection panel

Chetan Sharma retained as chairman of new selection panel

Rediff.com7 Jan 2023

hetan Sharma was retained as the chairman of the senior selection committee, exactly two months after his entire panel was disbanded by the BCCI.

T20 World Cup: Chief selector Agarkar to meet Rohit in Delhi

T20 World Cup: Chief selector Agarkar to meet Rohit in Delhi

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

Ajit Agarkar and skipper Rohit Sharma are expected to have an informal meeting in New Delhi to discuss India's 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup.

Why This Banker Didn't Get Promoted!

Why This Banker Didn't Get Promoted!

Rediff.com2 May 2025

The bank made a Rs 67 crore net profit, up 21% from the previous year. Its deposits grew 8%, the loan book 10%. Net bad loans dropped from 7.53% to 6.07%. So why was the banker, who headed the bank, not promoted?

'Some big, punitive action is being planned'

'Some big, punitive action is being planned'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

'India today feels enough is enough and we need to teach Pakistan a lesson.' 'Unless compelled, Mr Modi will think 10 times before taking the extreme step.'

Shaheen Afridi dropped due to viral video?

Shaheen Afridi dropped due to viral video?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

Shaheen Afridi has been left out of Pakistan's squad for a two-Test series in South Africa in a bid to keep him fresh for the Champions Trophy at home next year

Karnataka beat Vidarbha for fifth Vijay Hazare crown

Karnataka beat Vidarbha for fifth Vijay Hazare crown

Rediff.com19 Jan 2025

Karnataka won their fifth Vijay Hazare Trophy title, defeating Vidarbha by 36 runs in a high-scoring final. Smaran Ravichandran's stylish century (101 off 92) and Abhinav Manohar's blistering 79 off 42 propelled Karnataka to a commanding total of 348 for 6. Dhruv Shorey's third consecutive century (110) went in vain for Vidarbha, who were all out for 312 in 48.2 overs despite Harsh Dubey's explosive 63 off 30 balls.

Asiad champ Bahadur Sagoo is AFI president

Asiad champ Bahadur Sagoo is AFI president

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

Sagoo was the lone candidate left in fray after incumbent senior vice president Anju Bobby George opted out of the race for the position.

China is top military, cyber threat, says US intelligence

China is top military, cyber threat, says US intelligence

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

US intelligence agencies have identified China as the primary military and cyber threat to the US, noting that it continues to enhance its capabilities to potentially take control of Taiwan, according to a report by Taipei Times.

'We're ready': India gears up to host 2030 CWG

'We're ready': India gears up to host 2030 CWG

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

India is confident of securing the hosting rights for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, despite Canada and Nigeria expressing interest in bidding for the event.

MPs claim names included in RS panel on Delhi services bill without consent

MPs claim names included in RS panel on Delhi services bill without consent

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

Rajya Sabha deputy chairman Harivansh on Monday announced a probe into the complaints of at least four MPs that their names were included in a proposed select committee of the house for the Delhi services bill without their consent.

BCCI picks Agarkar as Team India's chief selector

BCCI picks Agarkar as Team India's chief selector

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

The BCCI on Tuesday named Ajit Agarkar as chairman of the Senior Men's Selection Committee.

Bold is beautiful for fearless 'Guru Gambhir'

Bold is beautiful for fearless 'Guru Gambhir'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

India's Head Coach Gautam Gambhir has seen both ends of the spectrum with high of Champions Trophy and low of six Test losses and he'll have tough choices to make once the new two-year cycle comes around with the new season.

Parliamentary panel's solution to discourage 'award wapsi'

Parliamentary panel's solution to discourage 'award wapsi'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

A parliamentary committee has suggested 'consent of the recipient' was a must in case a National Akademi decided to confer an award to prevent the honour's return by the individual for political reasons as it was 'disgraceful' to the country.

Two down, one to go as Rohit has unfinished business

Two down, one to go as Rohit has unfinished business

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

While retirement is very much a cricketer's individual call, the counter point will be if the national selectors or the BCCI feel that they need to look at the bigger picture and have only one among Rohit and Virat in the ODI set-up going forward.

Bengal Guv, NHRC, NCW teams meet Murshidabad victims as TMC fumes

Bengal Guv, NHRC, NCW teams meet Murshidabad victims as TMC fumes

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

A delegation of the National Commission for Women (NCW), led by its chairman Vijaya Rahatkar, met with riot-affected women in Murshidabad district of West Bengal, assuring them of safety and demanding an NIA probe into the recent communal clashes. The women narrated their harrowing experiences and demanded permanent BSF camps in select areas of the district. The NCW team also visited relief camps in Malda district and assessed the condition of women affected by the violence.

India Rolls Out Next-Gen Rice Varieties

India Rolls Out Next-Gen Rice Varieties

Rediff.com6 May 2025

The varieties will take at least 4 to 5 years to reach farmers after they complete the usual cycle of breeder, foundation and certified seeds.

Babar Azam's captaincy under scrutiny; PCB backs Masood

Babar Azam's captaincy under scrutiny; PCB backs Masood

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Shan Masood to continue as Pakistan Test captain, decision on Babar Azam put on hold

Pakistan's captaincy debate heats up as Kirsten's returns home

Pakistan's captaincy debate heats up as Kirsten's returns home

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

Pakistan's head coach for limited-overs format Gary Kirsten has returned home with the board set to announce the successor to captain Babar Azam in white-ball formats later in the month.

Rift in Team: Coach Gambhir's Future Hangs in the Balance

Rift in Team: Coach Gambhir's Future Hangs in the Balance

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Gautam Gambhir's position as India's head coach is under scrutiny following a string of disappointing results and reports of discontent within the team.

Controversial recall? Amir, Imad return to Pak squad

Controversial recall? Amir, Imad return to Pak squad

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

Amir, Imad recalled to Pakistan squad for NZ T20I series

Selection Trials: 15 wrestlers in various categories picked for U-17 and U-23 Asian C'ships

Selection Trials: 15 wrestlers in various categories picked for U-17 and U-23 Asian C'ships

Rediff.com17 May 2023

The four-day selection trials began on Wednesday at NIS Patiala and SAI Regional Centre in Sonepat under the chairmanship of ad hoc panel member Bhupinder Singh Bajwa.

India's T20 WC squad announcement on Tuesday

India's T20 WC squad announcement on Tuesday

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

The BCCI secretary is the convenor of the senior selection committee (men) and with Shah busy with his political commitments, it is understood that the meeting will be held in Ahmedabad.

'Rohit Dropped, They Just Don't Say It'

'Rohit Dropped, They Just Don't Say It'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

'The captain of a country doesn't opt out of the final Test match of a series, a final-deciding Test match.'

Azhar's name off the stand? He says no way!

Azhar's name off the stand? He says no way!

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

Former India captain Mohammed Azharuddin plans to approach the Telangana High Court to challenge the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) Ombudsman's order to remove his name from the North Stand at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.

'Hardik Pandya to captain India in Sri Lanka T20I series'

'Hardik Pandya to captain India in Sri Lanka T20I series'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

Hardik Pandya is all set to lead India in the three-match T20 International series against Sri Lanka, starting on July 27.

Boland fine-tunes 'perfect length' for MCG Test

Boland fine-tunes 'perfect length' for MCG Test

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Boland is ready to step in once again for Josh Hazlewood, continuing the role of the perfect first substitute that has defined his 11-Test career.

Was kept in dark on appointment of new CIC: Adhir writes to Prez

Was kept in dark on appointment of new CIC: Adhir writes to Prez

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

Chowdhury said the voice of the Opposition has been "ignored" and that is not good for democracy.

India's T20 WC Squad: Shivam vs Rinku, Gill vs Jaiswal shootout possible

India's T20 WC Squad: Shivam vs Rinku, Gill vs Jaiswal shootout possible

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

The national selection committee is unlikely to blood any rookie IPL performer during the upcoming T20 World Cup in the Americas but a couple of tried-and-tested faces might have to brace up for disappointment when the squad is finalised by the end of this month.

Tilak's selection for Asia Cup: 'Brave and smart call'

Tilak's selection for Asia Cup: 'Brave and smart call'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

The young Tilak Varma was included in the Indian team for the Asia Cup as the sixth specialist batter.

FD Rate Cuts: Balance Returns With Safety

FD Rate Cuts: Balance Returns With Safety

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

'Choose an FD tenure that provides a balance between returns and the horizon for which you can invest.'

'Happy Dressing Room Is A Winning One'

'Happy Dressing Room Is A Winning One'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

'The most important thing is that they will always have my back. Aim to make it a happy and secure dressing room.'

India A: Can Rahul regain lost touch at MCG?

India A: Can Rahul regain lost touch at MCG?

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Rahul will come in place of Baba Indrajith, who scored 9 and 6 and didn't look comfortable at all against pace and bounce, which wasn't exactly 125 clicks.

Does Laapataa Ladies Deserve To Go To Oscars? VOTE!

Does Laapataa Ladies Deserve To Go To Oscars? VOTE!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

Kiran Rao's Laapataa Ladies has been picked as India's official entry for Oscars 2025.

Shreyas to miss Mumbai's Ranji Trophy clash vs Tripura

Shreyas to miss Mumbai's Ranji Trophy clash vs Tripura

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

Shreyas Iyer will miss Mumbai's third round clash in the Ranji Trophy against Tripura due to personal reasons.

Junior national selection chief Prasad resigns

Junior national selection chief Prasad resigns

Rediff.com2 Mar 2018

Former India seamer Venkatesh Prasad on Friday tendered his resignation from the post of chairman, junior national selection committee, less than a month after the country won the Under-19 World Cup.

TN governor cannot sit on bills without communicating: SC

TN governor cannot sit on bills without communicating: SC

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

The Supreme Court raised concerns about a potential stalemate in Tamil Nadu due to the Governor's delay in assenting to bills passed by the state assembly. The court questioned the Governor's actions, noting that he should have communicated his concerns about the bills' constitutionality to the state government. The case focuses on the delicate balance of power between the state government and the Governor, highlighting the importance of open communication and transparency in the legislative process.

Former Test skipper to take over as Pakistan team chief selector

Former Test skipper to take over as Pakistan team chief selector

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

Former Test captain Inzamam-ul-Haq is set to take over as Pakistan team chief selector.

Will create chaos: SC refuses to stay appointment of new election commissioners

Will create chaos: SC refuses to stay appointment of new election commissioners

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

The bench said it was not questioning the credentials of the election commissioners appointed but the procedure.