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Jaishankar's big gift wows Jamaica cricket fans

Jaishankar's big gift wows Jamaica cricket fans

Rediff.com4 May 2026

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness dedicated a scoreboard gifted by India to Sabina Park, highlighting the strong cricket ties between the two nations.

India Gifts Scoreboard To Jamaica's Iconic Sabina Park

India Gifts Scoreboard To Jamaica's Iconic Sabina Park

Rediff.com4 May 2026

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness dedicated a scoreboard gifted by India to Sabina Park, highlighting the strong cricket ties between the two nations.

Delhi To Host Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship In 2026

Delhi To Host Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship In 2026

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Delhi will host the 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship in 2026 at the Thyagraj Stadium, with players from more than 35 countries expected to participate, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced on Wednesday.

How Cricket Strengthens India-Jamaica Relations

How Cricket Strengthens India-Jamaica Relations

Rediff.com4 May 2026

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted the unifying role of cricket between India and Jamaica, dedicating a digital scoreboard gifted by India to Sabina Park in Kingston.

Trinidad & Tobago sprinter Baptiste tests positive - report

Trinidad & Tobago sprinter Baptiste tests positive - report

Rediff.com11 Aug 2013

Trinidad and Tobago sprinter Kelly-Ann Baptiste, who won a world 100 metres bronze medal in 2011 and was a real prospect for Moscow, has tested positive for a banned substance, the Trinidad Express newspaper reported on Saturday.

In Rio, BRICS to echo India's voice on terror, condemn Pahalgam attack

In Rio, BRICS to echo India's voice on terror, condemn Pahalgam attack

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

The formulations in the declaration in reference to terrorism is going to be to our "satisfaction", Dammu Ravi, secretary (economic relations) in the external affairs ministry said on Monday.

Pandit-Bravo conflicting personas a win for KKR

Pandit-Bravo conflicting personas a win for KKR

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

'He brings immense value to the team - not just in terms of tactics, but also in terms of creating a winning culture.'

T20 World Cup faces terror threat

T20 World Cup faces terror threat

Rediff.com6 May 2024

Trinidad's Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley has revealed but asserted that "extra effort in national security preparations and response readiness"

Williamson seeks redemption following shock loss

Williamson seeks redemption following shock loss

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson expressed deep disappointment after his team's crushing 84-run defeat to Afghanistan in the T20 World Cup. He called for a quick turnaround and a stronger showing in their next match.

Canada's move on visa program to hit Indian students

Canada's move on visa program to hit Indian students

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

The processing time for students applying under the Student Direct Stream (SDS) was significantly shorter and approval rates higher, something that will change after Canada ended the scheme on Friday.

Gayle quits as West Indies captain

Gayle quits as West Indies captain

Rediff.com29 Jul 2008

Chris Gayle has resigned as the captain of the West Indies cricket team, according to WICB CEO Donald Peters, who is also speculated to be sent on leave, indicating uncertain times for the Board ahead of the Champions Trophy.

We don't ask for luxury, Hardik slams West Indies board

We don't ask for luxury, Hardik slams West Indies board

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

Hardik Pandya rued the lack of basic facilities during their stay in Trinidad

Gambhir 'assures' KKR will be in a 'much better position'

Gambhir 'assures' KKR will be in a 'much better position'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

Gautam Gambhir's captaincy had once helped Kolkata Knight Riders carve its own niche with two IPL titles in the last decade and as the former India opener starts his new journey as a 'Team Mentor', the endeavour is to put them in a better position compared to current situation.

After visualising India debut, Varma now eyes World Cup win

After visualising India debut, Varma now eyes World Cup win

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

Varma also received a surprise message from his MI colleague, Dewald Brevis of South Africa, congratulating him on his India debut.

'Windies will miss Bravo, Hetmyer in England'

'Windies will miss Bravo, Hetmyer in England'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

West Indies dropped Bravo for the one-off Test against Afghanistan in November and Holding reckoned the England tour was a missed opportunity for the top-order batsman trying to revive his stop-start career.

Rahul Dravid's masterplan for India's future stars

Rahul Dravid's masterplan for India's future stars

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

Dravid is now overseeing the transition phase as a head coach, sometthing he was part of when he along with the likes of Sachin Tendulkar and Sourav Ganguly passed the baton to MS Dhoni.

Shardul Thakur's World Cup battle: Will he make the cut?

Shardul Thakur's World Cup battle: Will he make the cut?

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

I never play for spot, always play for team's success: Shardul

'Too late to change Bumrah's action'

'Too late to change Bumrah's action'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2023

Former West Indies pacer Ian Bishop said Jasprit Bumrah's career can only be managed by picking and choosing tournaments amid the relentless schedule.

U19 WC: Virus-hit India pray for availability of players

U19 WC: Virus-hit India pray for availability of players

Rediff.com21 Jan 2022

Siddarth Yadav is the only player who has a confirmed positive RT-PCR report while Dhull, Rasheed, and Aaradhya Yadav tested positive in Rapid Antigen Tests.

It was a dream come true performance: Cooper

It was a dream come true performance: Cooper

Rediff.com4 Oct 2011

Trinidad & Tobago player Kevon Cooper said that, it was "a dream come true" after he kept his team's semi-final hopes alive with a knock of 11-ball 25 against the Cape Cobras on Tuesday.

My Dada Sunil Gavaskar

My Dada Sunil Gavaskar

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

To watch Dada standing on the steps of the airplane ladder with a glittering trophy in hand was exhilarating, recalls Hemant Kenkre.

Cricket Buzz: WI's Sammy, Pollard to play fundraiser for hurricane victims

Cricket Buzz: WI's Sammy, Pollard to play fundraiser for hurricane victims

Rediff.com4 Oct 2017

Star all-rounder Kieron Pollard will lead the Trinidad side whereas Darren Sammy will lead the Caribbean Select XI.

Why Has RBI Scrapped Polymer Currency Notes Idea?

Why Has RBI Scrapped Polymer Currency Notes Idea?

Rediff.com9 Mar 2022

The RBI has shelved its plan for polymer notes more than a decade after it invited interest from global manufacturers for one billion pieces of Rs 10 denomination polymer banknotes, reveals Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Queen's Park Oval outfield rated poor by the match referee

Queen's Park Oval outfield rated poor by the match referee

Rediff.com24 Aug 2016

The outfield of the Queen's Park Oval, the venue for the fourth Test between India and the West Indies, has been rated "poor" by the Match Referee as only 22 overs could be bowled on the opening day while unplayable conditions prevented play on four consecutive days. The match ended in a draw, denying India chance to defend their top rank in the Test table.

New York students take up cricket

New York students take up cricket

Rediff.com10 Apr 2008

Trinidad native John Mitchell dabbled in basketball and baseball after arriving in the United States at the age of 9. But it took the introduction of cricket at his New York school to find a sport he felt at home with. "I never got the hang of it," the 17-year-old says of baseball, even though, like cricket, it involves hitting a ball with a bat.

Why Bhuvi wants to bowl more dot balls

Why Bhuvi wants to bowl more dot balls

Rediff.com12 Aug 2019

Virat Kohli brought up his 42nd ODI ton in brilliant fashion while guiding India to victory over the West Indies, and pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar said the skipper was determined to end his 11-innings century drought.

Modi extends $150m credit to Caribbean nations

Modi extends $150m credit to Caribbean nations

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

Modi announced a USD 14-million grant for community development projects in the Caricom and another USD 150 million line of credit for solar, renewable energy and climate- change related projects, a statement released by the Ministry of External Affairs said.

'The broadest bat in the world'

'The broadest bat in the world'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

K N Prabhu, the doyen of cricket writers, salutes Sunil Manohar Gavaskar, who appeared for the first time in Test cricket 50 years ago today, March 6, 1971.

Windies great Sir Everton Weekes dies at 95

Windies great Sir Everton Weekes dies at 95

Rediff.com2 Jul 2020

'He was literally a founding father of our cricket. May he rest in peace'

FIFA's Warner sought money, citing influence in World Cup selection

FIFA's Warner sought money, citing influence in World Cup selection

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

The former head of Egypt's football federation said on Sunday that ex-FIFA Vice President Jack Warner asked for $7 million from Egypt.

Football Extras: Rooney scores stunning goal for DC United

Football Extras: Rooney scores stunning goal for DC United

Rediff.com27 Jun 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Why Kohli feels India didn't deserve to win

Why Kohli feels India didn't deserve to win

Rediff.com10 Jul 2017

Skipper Virat Kohli was critical of India's performance against West Indies.

UN report names India among countries where rights activists intimidated

UN report names India among countries where rights activists intimidated

Rediff.com13 Sep 2018

The report documents allegations of reprisals and intimidation in 38 countries, some of which are members of the Human Rights Council.

'Indian players have all grown with the success of the IPL'

'Indian players have all grown with the success of the IPL'

Rediff.com13 May 2015

West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo credits the Indian Premier League for shaping the careers of India's players. He insists that the cash-rich Twenty20 tournament is the route to international success.

European Union to review air safety in India in November

European Union to review air safety in India in November

Rediff.com27 Sep 2014

FAA had downgraded India's safety ranking from category-II from -I after an audit revealed deficiencies in regulatory oversight.

Seen these FANTASTIC films?

Seen these FANTASTIC films?

Rediff.com22 Oct 2020

The New York Film Festival served an amazing plate of films. Aseem Chhabra picks the best ones.

Sports Shorts: Hamilton could join Ferrari!

Sports Shorts: Hamilton could join Ferrari!

Rediff.com12 May 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Sunday

Chanderpaul deserves a send-off with dignity and respect: Lara

Chanderpaul deserves a send-off with dignity and respect: Lara

Rediff.com28 May 2015

West Indies batting legend Brian Lara has severely criticised the Cricket Board's (WICB) move to axe Shivnarine Chanderpaul from the national team and has called for a honourary send-off to the veteran batsman by including him in two-Test home series against Australia.

India, China take lead at UN climate talks in Germany

India, China take lead at UN climate talks in Germany

Rediff.com6 Jun 2014

The UN climate negotiation decisions are meant to be taken by consensus and to originate from the submissions of all countries.

KKR will start as underdogs against RCB: Katich

KKR will start as underdogs against RCB: Katich

Rediff.com6 Apr 2018

'I don't think he (Karthik) will be under pressure. First and foremost thing will be to give guidance to this group. He has got a lot of experienced players around him, particularly in overseas group, and there's the likes of Piyush Chawala, Vinay Kumar and Robin Uthappa.'