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Mamata very close to me: Ganguly after hosting Shah

Mamata very close to me: Ganguly after hosting Shah

Rediff.com7 May 2022

Shah's visit to Ganguly's home had fuelled speculation that the he would join politics soon.

Will participate in Cong's Bharat Jodo Yatra in Maharashtra: Sharad Pawar

Will participate in Cong's Bharat Jodo Yatra in Maharashtra: Sharad Pawar

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

Pawar said state Congress leaders Ashok Chavan and Balasaheb Thorat had met him and extended an invitation to participate in the Bharat Jodo Yatra.

Kohli decision made keeping in mind future roadmap: Ganguly

Kohli decision made keeping in mind future roadmap: Ganguly

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) President Sourav Ganguly on Thursday lavished praise on Virat Kohli after the India skipper decided to step down as T20I captain post the 2021 World Cup.

Shreyas Iyer slams century on Test debut

Shreyas Iyer slams century on Test debut

Rediff.com26 Nov 2021

Iyer is the 16th Indian batter to score a century on Test debut.

'Jhulan will remain a benchmark for young cricketers'

'Jhulan will remain a benchmark for young cricketers'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2022

The BCCI has described Jhulan Goswami's two decade-long international career as "monumental", saying an era has come to an end with the retirement of one of women's cricket's greatest players.

IPL to return to its old home and away format in 2023

IPL to return to its old home and away format in 2023

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

The IPL has been held at only a few venues since the outbreak of COVID-19 in 2020

Kohli, Tendulkar wish Ganguly speedy recovery

Kohli, Tendulkar wish Ganguly speedy recovery

Rediff.com2 Jan 2021

India captain Virat Kohli on Saturday wished BCCI president Sourav Ganguly a speedy recovery after the former skipper had been hospitalised in Kolkata.

At $171 billion in 2022, India Inc clinches highest ever yearly M&As

At $171 billion in 2022, India Inc clinches highest ever yearly M&As

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

Aided by the $57.8-billion merger of HDFC Bank and HDFC, India Inc reported its highest ever mergers and acquisitions in calendar 2022 at $171 billion as against deals worth $145 billion announced last year. The acquisition by the Adani group across cement, media and ports dominated the headlines with the conglomerate making its foray into the cement sector by buying Swiss materials firm Holcim's stake in Ambuja Cements for $6.5 billion. The Adani family's additional $4-billion open offer for Ambuja did not get a response because shareholders preferred to stay invested with the new owner.

Led by HDFC twins, India sees record $124-billion M&A deals in H1FY23

Led by HDFC twins, India sees record $124-billion M&A deals in H1FY23

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

Fuelled by the $57.8-billion merger of HDFC twins (HDFC Ltd and HDFC Bank), M&A (merger and acquisition) transactions in India touched a record high of $124.2 billion in the first half of 2022-23. Bankers said with several transactions, including the government's stake sale in IDBI Bank and Hindustan Zinc in the pipeline, the ongoing financial year will end up as the best year for M&A activity in the country. Apart from the HDFC transaction, the $6.5-billion acquisition of Holcim stake by the Adani family and L&T's $3.2-billion acquisition of Mindtree added to the record transactions in the first half of FY23.

Ganguly's special message for Mithali and Co ahead of World Cup

Ganguly's special message for Mithali and Co ahead of World Cup

Rediff.com4 Feb 2022

'30 days for the start of the women's World Cup in NZ ..wish the Indian team and the rest of the teams all the very best ... @ICC @BCCI' Ganguly captioned the video.

Dada inspects Sharjah stadium ahead of IPL

Dada inspects Sharjah stadium ahead of IPL

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

Sharjah will host 12 IPL 2020 games, with the first match at the venue on September 22 between the Chennai Super Kings and the Rajasthan Royals.

BCCI pledges Rs 10 crore for Olympics contingent

BCCI pledges Rs 10 crore for Olympics contingent

Rediff.com20 Jun 2021

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has pledged a donation of Rs 10 crore for the training and preparation of the country's Olympic-bound athletes

In praise of Sourav Ganguly

In praise of Sourav Ganguly

Rediff.com21 Aug 2003

BCCI reviews India's Asia Cup flop show

BCCI reviews India's Asia Cup flop show

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

The best performance (barring Afghanistan game) was against Sri Lanka when 78 runs came off those nine overs.

Ganguly, Shah can retain top BCCI posts after SC nod

Ganguly, Shah can retain top BCCI posts after SC nod

Rediff.com14 Sep 2022

The Supreme Court on Wednesday allowed modification of BCCI's constitution and paved the way for its president Sourav Ganguly and secretary Jay Shah to continue in office without having to serve the mandatory cooling-off period.

Tendulkar on how to reinvent Tests and ODIs

Tendulkar on how to reinvent Tests and ODIs

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar said Test cricket needs to be more engaging along with ODI cricket, which is becoming a bit of a drag.

No Kohli or Bumrah in India's T20 squad for Windies

No Kohli or Bumrah in India's T20 squad for Windies

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

While Rohit Sharma will lead the side, the inclusion of KL Rahul and Kuldeep Yadav is subject to fitness.

'There is rest for being out of form'

'There is rest for being out of form'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2022

'There is so much talent in the country and cannot play on reputation.'

Spotted: Sourav Ganguly in his den

Spotted: Sourav Ganguly in his den

Rediff.com5 Aug 2008

Reader Rajanikant Chaturvedi sent us this photograph.

BCCI chief Ganguly hopeful IPL 2022 will be held in India

BCCI chief Ganguly hopeful IPL 2022 will be held in India

Rediff.com16 Oct 2021

Indian cricket board president Sourav Ganguly expects next year's Indian Premier League (IPL) to be played in the country after the COVID-19 pandemic forced them to stage the second half of this year's tournament in the United Arab Emirates.

Angioplasty on Ganguly's other blockages to be done later

Angioplasty on Ganguly's other blockages to be done later

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

He was diagnosed with three blocked coronary arteries, following which a stent was inserted in one to remove the blockage.

PIX: Ganguly fixes tree damaged by cyclone Amphan

PIX: Ganguly fixes tree damaged by cyclone Amphan

Rediff.com21 May 2020

Sourav Ganguly said that it is a testament of his strength that he along with some help managed to pull a tree and then fix it.

SC to rule on BCCI chief Ganguly's tenure in January

SC to rule on BCCI chief Ganguly's tenure in January

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

The Supreme Court on Wednesday posted hearing for a bunch of petitions to January next year, including one filed by BCCI for an amendment in its Constitution which may decide the tenures of president Sourav Ganguly and secretary Jay Shah.

India to host 2025 Women's ODI World Cup

India to host 2025 Women's ODI World Cup

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

The ICC flagship event will return to the country after more than a decade.

Less than 48 hours left for departure, six CWG-bound cricketers await visa

Less than 48 hours left for departure, six CWG-bound cricketers await visa

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

The BCCI is in touch with the Indian Olympic Association on the issue.

Seven captains in seven months not ideal: Ganguly

Seven captains in seven months not ideal: Ganguly

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

As he rang in his 50th birthday with friends and family in London, the BCCI president, and one of Indian cricket's most fascinating characters, spoke on a range of issues including multiple captains, workload management, huge media rights valuation and heading the board.

When Dada-Viru Stole the Show from AB

When Dada-Viru Stole the Show from AB

Rediff.com4 Sep 2021

Ganguly and Sehwag were in dazzling form on KBC 13's Shandaar Shukravar episode.

Wishes pour in as Ganguly turns 49

Wishes pour in as Ganguly turns 49

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

The former Indian skipper played 113 Tests and 311 ODIs for India. He scored 18,575 runs across all formats in his international career. Ganguly led India in 195 matches across all formats winning 97 of those games.

BCCI seek 1 months' time from ICC for final call on WT20

BCCI seek 1 months' time from ICC for final call on WT20

Rediff.com29 May 2021

The senior state association member said there is also a tax rebate issue which is still an ongoing process.

Can you beat Ganguly at fantasy cricket?

Can you beat Ganguly at fantasy cricket?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

Ganguly will create his own fantasy team for each of the three matches and lock horns with cricket enthusiasts from all over India as part of the 'Beat the Expert' contest.

Anushka joins Kohli on his special day

Anushka joins Kohli on his special day

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

Virat Kohli was joined by wife Anushka Sharma as the star India batter was felicitated for reaching the milestone of 100 Test matches, in Mohali on Friday.

T20 World Cup: Teams allowed 15 players, 8 officials

T20 World Cup: Teams allowed 15 players, 8 officials

Rediff.com13 Aug 2021

The ICC has set September 10 as the deadline for participating nations to submit their final 15 players and eight officials, including coaches and support staff.

How Ganguly 'undermined' India's selectors

How Ganguly 'undermined' India's selectors

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

Sourav Ganguly has gone against the Board's constitution by attending every selection meeting since taking over the BCCI president, said the Indian Express revealed on Friday.

Asia Cup to be moved to Bangladesh amid crisis in Sri Lanka?

Asia Cup to be moved to Bangladesh amid crisis in Sri Lanka?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

BCCI monitoring situation in Sri Lanka: Sourav Ganguly

Remaining IPL games can't be played in India: BCCI chief Ganguly

Remaining IPL games can't be played in India: BCCI chief Ganguly

Rediff.com10 May 2021

The remainder of the suspended Indian Premier League season will have to be played outside the country, Board of Control for Cricket in India said, though it is unclear whether a window can be found to play the outstanding 31 games.

'Honest' Dravid will do remarkable job as India coach: Ganguly

'Honest' Dravid will do remarkable job as India coach: Ganguly

Rediff.com3 Apr 2022

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly believes his former teammate Rahul Dravid has all the attributes for becoming successful in his current role as the coach of the Indian cricket team.

Former India seamer Roger Binny is new BCCI president

Former India seamer Roger Binny is new BCCI president

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

Binny succeeds former India captain Sourav Ganguly.

Sachin, Sourav set for face-off

Sachin, Sourav set for face-off

Rediff.com1 Feb 2007

The two stalwarts will turn out for Mumbai and Bengal respectively in the Ranji Trophy Super League final.

BCCI president Ganguly discharged from hospital

BCCI president Ganguly discharged from hospital

Rediff.com31 Jan 2021

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly was discharged from hospital on Sunday morning, three days after he underwent a fresh round of angioplasty to clear clogged coronary arteries, officials said.

Ganguly will continue to be our brand ambassador: Adani

Ganguly will continue to be our brand ambassador: Adani

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

Ganguly, who endorses Fortune Rice Bran Cooking Oil, felt discomfort on January 2 while performing physical exercise in the home gymnasium at around 11 am. Following this, he underwent an angioplasty at the Woodlands Hospital.