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India Strikes At Pakistan Airbases

India Strikes At Pakistan Airbases

Rediff.com10 May 2025

Pakistan military spokesperson Lieutenant General Ahmad Sharif Chaudhry told a hurriedly called press conference in Islamabad at around 4 am that th Pakistan air force's Nur Khan (Chaklala, Rawalpindi), Murid (Chakwal) and Rafiqui (Shorkot in Jhang district) airbases were targeted.

Sunrisers Hyderabad acquire Northern Superchargers in Hundred

Sunrisers Hyderabad acquire Northern Superchargers in Hundred

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

This is SRH's second overseas investment after owning the Sunrisers Eastern Cape in the SA20.

Russia ready for peace, Ukraine for negotiation: Trump

Russia ready for peace, Ukraine for negotiation: Trump

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

"... It's time to stop this madness. It's time to halt the killing. It's time to end the senseless war. If you want to end wars, you have to talk to both sides," Trump said.

Will WTC 2025-27 cycle see bonus points for big wins?

Will WTC 2025-27 cycle see bonus points for big wins?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

The ICC is considering awarding bonus points for innings victories or for a win above a certain big margin such as 100 runs.

'Putin And Putin's Elite Hate America'

'Putin And Putin's Elite Hate America'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

'Putin will not be bound by any kind of deal he would sign with the US.'

Trump's Tariff Tsunami: Will India Sink or Reform?

Trump's Tariff Tsunami: Will India Sink or Reform?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

The Trump trade shock is a chance to push long-overdue reforms, rather than tinker with tariffs to appease the US, suggests M Govinda Rao.

Trump aide greets Kash Patel in 'Bollywood' style

Trump aide greets Kash Patel in 'Bollywood' style

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

United States President Donald Trump took a leaf out of Bollywood to congratulate Indian-origin Kash Patel after his confirmation as Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Seifert, Allen fire New Zealand to victory in 2nd T20

Seifert, Allen fire New Zealand to victory in 2nd T20

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

Tim Seifert top-scored with a quickfire 45 from 22 balls and Finn Allen slammed 38 from 16 to guide New Zealand to a comfortable five-wicket victory over Pakistan in the rain-hit second T20I.

'Anyone who doesn't think India runs cricket world is deluded'

'Anyone who doesn't think India runs cricket world is deluded'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Pietersen gives thumbs up to IPL owners' investment in English teams

'Trump Admires Only Himself'

'Trump Admires Only Himself'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

'He may respect others, but he is unlikely to admire them'

Will Rain Drench India's Hopes in Adelaide?

Will Rain Drench India's Hopes in Adelaide?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

The Adelaide Oval is set to host a thrilling day-night Test match between India and Australia, starting on Friday December 6th.

Champions Trophy: '70% India, 30% Pakistan'

Champions Trophy: '70% India, 30% Pakistan'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Former Pakistan player Basit Ali believes the experience of veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli gives India the edge in the blockbuster February 23 game.

Birthright citizenship meant for children of slaves: Trump

Birthright citizenship meant for children of slaves: Trump

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

President Donald Trump has said that birthright citizenship was primarily intended for the children of slaves and not for the whole world to "come in and pile" into the US. Trump issued an executive order against birthright citizenship on his first day in office, which was struck down by a federal court in Seattle the next day. Trump has said that he would appeal against it and is confident that the Supreme Court will rule in his favor. A group of Republican Senators introduced a bill in the US Senate to restrict birthright citizenship to the children of illegal immigrants and non-immigrants on temporary visas. They argue that birthright citizenship is a major pull factor for illegal immigration and a weakness for national security.

Here's what Oval curator Fortis promises for the WTC Final

Here's what Oval curator Fortis promises for the WTC Final

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

The head groundsman of the Oval promised a bouncy pitch for the WTC Final between India and Australia.

Champions Trophy: Games You Won't Forget

Champions Trophy: Games You Won't Forget

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

As the Champions Trophy kicks off, some memorable moments from past tournaments.

Intense Training Session For Team India

Intense Training Session For Team India

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

With an aggressive mindset and intense training sessions, India looks set to make a powerful statement when they step onto the field, observes K R Nayar, the veteran cricket writer, from Dubai.

IPL money inflow shot in the arm for county cricket

IPL money inflow shot in the arm for county cricket

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

While GBP 50 million is earmarked for grassroots and recreational cricket, the 18 English county teams will get a share of GBP 470 million with larger pie allocated for those clubs that don't own a 'Hundred Franchise'.

Anushka, Ritika Create Buzz At The Oval

Anushka, Ritika Create Buzz At The Oval

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

Soon after the day's play commenced, photographs of Anushka and Ritika watching the game together went viral.

NZ pacers Duffy, Jamieson demolish Pakistan in first T201

NZ pacers Duffy, Jamieson demolish Pakistan in first T201

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

Pakistan's batting crumbled against New Zealand's pace attack and they were all out for 91 in 18.4 overs. In reply, New Zealand easily chased down the total, getting to 92 for 1 in just 10.1 overs.

India gets ready to face possible fallout of US tariffs

India gets ready to face possible fallout of US tariffs

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

The commerce ministry is working on different scenarios to assess the possible fallout of reciprocal tariffs to be imposed by the US administration on April 2 on its key trading partners including India, sources said. US President Donald Trump has said that April 2 will be 'Liberation Day' as he plans to announce tariffs or import duties to bring down America's trade deficit, and promote the country's manufacturing.

Wake-Up Call For India-US Ties

Wake-Up Call For India-US Ties

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

The real intention of the 'Tariff Man' (as Trump calls himself) may not even be to put the 'Tariff King' (as he describes India) on the mat with a knockout punch but to arm-twist the Indian leadership to agree to some multi-billion dollar mega arms deal, argues Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Why Adelaide Oval Is Special To Shastri

Why Adelaide Oval Is Special To Shastri

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

Under Ravi Shastri's tutelage, India became the first Asian team to win a Test series in Australia when they upset the hosts 2-1 in 2018-19 before winning their second successive series two years later.

Departing from the past: Trump and Biden ride together

Departing from the past: Trump and Biden ride together

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

President-elect Donald Trump along side outgoing United States President Joe Biden arrived at US Capitol together from White House for the swearing-in ceremony on Monday.

'Trump Doesn't Want To Wait For Benefits Of A Long-Term Partnership'

'Trump Doesn't Want To Wait For Benefits Of A Long-Term Partnership'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

'He needs to see results while he is in office.'

Russia 'ready to sit with US, Ukraine' for peace talks

Russia 'ready to sit with US, Ukraine' for peace talks

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

Amidst ongoing efforts to resolve the Russia-Ukraine conflict, Russian Ambassador to India Denis Alipov stated that Moscow is "prepared to sit in a trilateral format" for peace talks. Alipov also expressed optimism about the current US administration's approach to the conflict, suggesting a willingness to engage in dialogue. He highlighted the importance of a peaceful resolution while emphasizing that Russia is prepared to continue the war if necessary. Alipov stated that Russia does not expect anything specific from India in terms of mediation and highlighted the strong bilateral relationship between the two countries.

Why India holds edge over Australia in WTC final at The Oval

Why India holds edge over Australia in WTC final at The Oval

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

Australia finished the 2021-23 WTC cycle on top of the table, their only loss being the 2-1 away defeat to India earlier this year.

How archery, gymnastics shaped passionate flyer Phillips's success

How archery, gymnastics shaped passionate flyer Phillips's success

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

Phillips' remarkable reach and agility on the field can be attributed to genes and his stint as a gymnast in his younger days.

US firms can now hire Indian graduates from top universities

US firms can now hire Indian graduates from top universities

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

US President Donald Trump has said that the newly proposed 'gold card' initiative will allow American companies to hire Indian graduates from top US universities like Harvard and Stanford. Trump on Wednesday unveiled the 'gold card' initiative for wealthy foreigners, giving them the right to live and work in the country and offering a path to citizenship in exchange for a $5 million fee.

Australian PM Hosts Rohit & Co

Australian PM Hosts Rohit & Co

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

'Big challenge ahead for the PM's XI at Manuka Oval this week against an amazing Indian side. But as I said to PM @narendramodi, I'm backing the Aussies to get the job done,' Antony Albanese posted on X alongside pics from the event.

Will Trump-Putin Reach A Deal On Ukraine?

Will Trump-Putin Reach A Deal On Ukraine?

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

Putin is keen on establishing a good personal rapport with Trump and anchor a meaningful US-Russia partnership, realistic enough to accept that Trump is as good an American president as Russia would ever get, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Can Australia bounce back with pink ball under Adelaide lights?

Can Australia bounce back with pink ball under Adelaide lights?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

With noses bloodied and pride stung from the pounding in Perth, Australia will look to hit back with the pink ball in the second Test against India at Adelaide Oval.

Check Out Gill's AMAZING New Records!

Check Out Gill's AMAZING New Records!

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

He is the first Indian to achieve the feat of scoring a century in all three formats in international cricket at a single venue.

US top court to hear Tahawwur Rana's new plea against extradition

US top court to hear Tahawwur Rana's new plea against extradition

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Tahawwur Rana, accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, has renewed his application to the US Supreme Court seeking a stay of his extradition to India. The Supreme Court will hear the application next month. Rana, currently detained in Los Angeles, claims his extradition would violate US law and expose him to torture in India due to his health and Muslim background. The US government has denied these claims and authorized his surrender to India, citing the Extradition Treaty between the two countries. The Supreme Court's decision will determine if Rana will face justice in India or remain in the United States.

'Dus saal ho gaye yaar'

'Dus saal ho gaye yaar'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

'The wait of a decade finally ends. A fan waited for 10 years to get a @ImRo45 autograph and yesterday was his lucky day.'

Trump posts 'reciprocal tariffs' ahead of meeting with Modi

Trump posts 'reciprocal tariffs' ahead of meeting with Modi

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that a news conference on reciprocal tariffs will be made later on Thursday.

India 'B' will also beat this Pakistan team: Gavaskar

India 'B' will also beat this Pakistan team: Gavaskar

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

Pakistan's cricket team continued to invite scathing criticism a day after being knocked out of the Champions Trophy, the great Sunil Gavaskar saying that it would struggle to beat even a second-string Indian team.

'Hard to do business in India': Trump announces reciprocal tariffs

'Hard to do business in India': Trump announces reciprocal tariffs

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

An hour before his bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Trump again commented on India's tariff structure, saying 'they have the highest tariffs' and 'it is a hard place to do business'.

Rain washes out Day 1 of India's warm-up match in Canberra

Rain washes out Day 1 of India's warm-up match in Canberra

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

The start of India's two-day warm-up match against the Australian Prime Minister's XI on Saturday was delayed because of rain.

Remembering Cricket Legend Abid Ali

Remembering Cricket Legend Abid Ali

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

'I could not believe that such a great player could be so friendly. He was like a father figure to all of us.'

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.