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Iranian women's football captain banned... by husband!

Iranian women's football captain banned... by husband!

Rediff.com17 Sep 2015

The Iranian woman's football captain, Niloufar Ardalan, will miss the Asian Cup tournament as her husband has confiscated her passport in a domestic quarrel.

Gokulam Kerala not playing in AFC Championships, to return home

Gokulam Kerala not playing in AFC Championships, to return home

Rediff.com20 Aug 2022

He said the club will request the AFC to compensate for the money spent on players' travel and accommodation, which will run into lakhs of rupees.

Chinese players will not be banned due to coronavirus

Chinese players will not be banned due to coronavirus

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has said that it will not restrict Chinese players from participating in international competitions due to the coronavirus epidemic. Over 550 people have died in mainland China due to the flu-like virus after it first emerged in Wuhan, Hubei province, late last year and it has also shut down Chinese cities and forced thousands more into quarantine around the world.

Pak memogate probe panel given 2-month extension

Pak memogate probe panel given 2-month extension

Rediff.com30 Jan 2012

A nine-judge bench headed by Chief Justice Iftikhar Chaudhry also lifted a foreign travel ban on Pakistan's former ambassador to the US, Husain Haqqani, who had resigned after the scandal became public.

Hard times for babus, as Modi stops 1st class travel

Hard times for babus, as Modi stops 1st class travel

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

Ban on purchase of vehicles, except for defence, continues.

Djokovic granted visa to play in 2023 Australian Open

Djokovic granted visa to play in 2023 Australian Open

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

Novak Djokovic, who is Serbian, was deported from Australia in the leadup to the Grand Slam in January after he declined to be vaccinated.

Russia banned from Rio Paralympics over doping

Russia banned from Rio Paralympics over doping

Rediff.com7 Aug 2016

The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) on Sunday banned all Russians from its own Games next month because of the widespread doping culture that it says has polluted sport in the country.

Don't travel to India with satellite devices, UAE warns

Don't travel to India with satellite devices, UAE warns

Rediff.com13 Jun 2013

The United Arab Emirates has warned its nationals not to carry any satellite communication devices such as Thuraya and Iridium while travelling to India.

Azerbaijan, Singapore and Japan GPs cancelled for 2020

Azerbaijan, Singapore and Japan GPs cancelled for 2020

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

Japan's round of the MotoGP championship, which was due to take place on October 18 at Motegi after the F1 race at Suzuka on October 11, had already been cancelled due to the expected extension of a travel ban.

SpiceJet, GoAir ban Kamra; AirAsia Vistara say 'reviewing' matter

SpiceJet, GoAir ban Kamra; AirAsia Vistara say 'reviewing' matter

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

Air India and IndiGo have already suspended Kamra from flying until further notice and six months, respectively.

Former Maldivian president Nasheed arrested

Former Maldivian president Nasheed arrested

Rediff.com8 Oct 2012

In a dramatic turn of events, Maldivian police on Monday arrested former President Mohamed Nasheed after he twice failed to appear before a court to face charges of abuse of power while in office.

India backs UN sanctions on Libya

India backs UN sanctions on Libya

Rediff.com27 Feb 2011

As an unrepentant Muammar Gaddafi refused to heed global calls for an end to violence in Libya, the United Nations Security Council on Sunday unanimously slapped "biting sanctions" on his regime, including a travel ban and asset freezes, with United States President Barack Obama saying the strongman must quit now.

Ceasefire in Gaza is not peace as long as Hamas clings to destruction: Biden

Ceasefire in Gaza is not peace as long as Hamas clings to destruction: Biden

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

Biden also called for Israel to respect humanitarian law and minimise the loss of civilian life, saying he counselled Israeli officials during his trip to Tel Aviv "against letting their hurt and rage mislead them into making mistakes we ourselves have made in the past."

Austerity drive: Govt bans creation of new posts

Austerity drive: Govt bans creation of new posts

Rediff.com31 May 2012

There will also be a ban on purchase of new vehicles, the Finance Ministry said in a direction to all ministries and departments.

Bumrah fully fit, may be picked for Ireland T20s: BCCI secretary Shah

Bumrah fully fit, may be picked for Ireland T20s: BCCI secretary Shah

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

India will be sending a second string squad for the T20I series in Ireland but a fit-again pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah is expected to be tested during the three matches in Malahide.

Why airlines don't ban Hurriyat leaders: Sena on AI row

Why airlines don't ban Hurriyat leaders: Sena on AI row

Rediff.com28 Mar 2017

Sawant said that the party never supported Gaikwad's actions but always demanded a proper investigation into the matter.

Iran bans US visitors after Trump's immigration order

Iran bans US visitors after Trump's immigration order

Rediff.com29 Jan 2017

'While respecting the American people and distinguishing between them and the hostile policies of the US government, Iran will implement the principle of reciprocity until the offensive US limitations against Iranian nationals are lifted,' a Foreign Ministry statement said.

UNSC slaps sanctions on Pakistani Taliban

UNSC slaps sanctions on Pakistani Taliban

Rediff.com30 Jul 2011

The decision to target the Pakistani Taliban comes at a time when the UN is seeking to encourage the Afghan Taliban to pursue peace talks with the government there, a prelude to a US withdrawal from the war-ravaged country.

Candidates chess tournament stopped after Russia bans flights

Candidates chess tournament stopped after Russia bans flights

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

The world governing body of chess (FIDE) on Thursday stopped the Candidates tournament in Yekatrinburg, Russia at halfway stage after the hosts decided to ban all flights into and out of the country owing to the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. The prestigious tournament was stopped after seven rounds. The eighth round was scheduled to be played on Thursday.

Amid protest MHA defends highway ban in Kashmir

Amid protest MHA defends highway ban in Kashmir

Rediff.com10 Apr 2019

Political parties held protests against the ban on April 7 as well as Wednesday.

Sunder Pichai disappointed by Trump's immigration proclamation

Sunder Pichai disappointed by Trump's immigration proclamation

Rediff.com23 Jun 2020

Immigration has contributed immensely to America's economic success, making it a global leader in tech, and also Google the company it is today, Pichai said in a tweet.

China puts hold on proposal at UN to blacklist 26/11 LeT handler

China puts hold on proposal at UN to blacklist 26/11 LeT handler

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

China has put a hold on a proposal moved at the United Nations by the United States and co-supported by India to designate Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist Sajid Mir, one of India's most wanted terrorists and the main handler of the deadly 2008 Mumbai attacks, as a global terrorist.

UN splits Al Qaeda and Taliban on sanctions list

UN splits Al Qaeda and Taliban on sanctions list

Rediff.com18 Jun 2011

The United Nations Security Council has split a key sanctions list on the Taliban and Al Qaeda to inspire the radical Islamic militia to join the reconciliation efforts in Afghanistan.

Delhi shuts borders, police told to retaliate if farmers use force

Delhi shuts borders, police told to retaliate if farmers use force

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

Authorities in New Delhi intensified security arrangements on Tuesday to stop the farmers' march from entering Delhi as the Singhu and Tikri borders were shut while the Red Fort complex was closed temporarily after peasants on their way to the national capital clashed with the police at the Shambhu border between Haryana and Punjab.

17 pardoned Indians land in UAE jail again

17 pardoned Indians land in UAE jail again

Rediff.com28 Sep 2011

Seventeen Indians, whose death sentence for killing a Pakistani was revoked after the blood money was paid, were sent back to a Sharjah jail in the wake of demands for compensation by two men injured in the same incident, days before they were to fly back home.

Italy locks down 16 mn people to fight coronavirus

Italy locks down 16 mn people to fight coronavirus

Rediff.com9 Mar 2020

The regions serve as the country's economic engine and the move is tantamount to sacrificing the Italian economy in the short term to save it from the ravages of the virus in the long term

Hope India's tour of SA goes ahead: Farhan Behardien

Hope India's tour of SA goes ahead: Farhan Behardien

Rediff.com27 Nov 2021

Former South Africa batting all-rounder Farhan Behardien is hoping that the new COVID-19 variant, which is causing alarm here, will not jeopardise India's tour of the country next month as young cricketers of his nation need the series "more than ever".

India bans dreaded Islamic State

India bans dreaded Islamic State

Rediff.com26 Feb 2015

The dreaded terror group have been banned under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.

From BJS to BJP: The Road Travelled

From BJS to BJP: The Road Travelled

Rediff.com25 Jun 2020

'The BJP's constitution promises allegiance to India's secularism and socialism.' 'This is the oath that it makes all its members sign,' observes Aakar Patel.

AirAsia, Emirates ban use of Samsung Galaxy Note 7 on their flights

AirAsia, Emirates ban use of Samsung Galaxy Note 7 on their flights

Rediff.com10 Sep 2016

Samsung last week suspended sales of its latest flagship smartphone and announced a recall of 2.5 million units already sold, after faulty batteries caused some handsets to explode during charging.

Blatter, Platini bans upheld but shortened by FIFA appeal panel

Blatter, Platini bans upheld but shortened by FIFA appeal panel

Rediff.com25 Feb 2016

FIFA's appeal committee has upheld bans on longtime President Sepp Blatter and European football head Michel Platini for ethics violations but reduced them to six years from eight, it said on Wednesday.

Miandad wants ICC to ban Chris Broad

Miandad wants ICC to ban Chris Broad

Rediff.com6 Mar 2009

Former Pakistan captain Javed Miandad wants the International Cricket Council (ICC) to ban match referee Chris Broad for criticising security after Sri Lanka's team were attacked by gunmen in Lahore on Tuesday.

Mumbai struggles with traffic jams during PM's visit

Mumbai struggles with traffic jams during PM's visit

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

Heavy traffic snarls were observed at BKC (Bandra-Kurla Complex), Santacruz, Vakola and Andheri areas in the western suburbs, an official said.

Pakistan's ex-military ruler Musharraf dies in Dubai; to be buried in Karachi

Pakistan's ex-military ruler Musharraf dies in Dubai; to be buried in Karachi

Rediff.com5 Feb 2023

Musharraf, 79, was suffering from amyloidosis, a rare disease caused by a build-up of an abnormal protein called amyloid in organs and tissues throughout the body, The Express Tribune reported.

Aus govt likely to green light India's tour Down Under

Aus govt likely to green light India's tour Down Under

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

Cricket Australia, who is undergoing financial due to global lockdown, received a boost with the government set to give the Indian team international travel exemptions.

Immigration ban: America Inc vs Trump

Immigration ban: America Inc vs Trump

Rediff.com31 Jan 2017

Donald Trump's executive order prohibiting the entry of people from seven Muslim-majority nations widened the rift between the Trump administration and several leading American companies.

FIFA's reprieve for India too late for Gokulam Kerala women

FIFA's reprieve for India too late for Gokulam Kerala women

Rediff.com28 Aug 2022

'The ban and the timing of lifting it is unfair to Gokulam Kerala because we had been preparing for the tournament for about two months.'

Wenger handed four-match ban

Wenger handed four-match ban

Rediff.com28 Jan 2017

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has been given a four-match touchline ban after admitting a Football Association (FA) misconduct charge for appearing to push the fourth official during their Premier League win over Burnley on Sunday.

US screening immigrants' social media profiles at entry points

US screening immigrants' social media profiles at entry points

Rediff.com30 Jan 2017

The US authorities are checking people's social media accounts for their political views before allowing them into the country after the recent travel ban imposed by President Donald Trump on people from seven predominantly Muslim nations, a media report said.

At UNSC, India takes veiled dig at China on terror listing

At UNSC, India takes veiled dig at China on terror listing

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

"The fight against impunity is critical to the larger pursuit of securing peace and justice. The Security Council must send an unambiguous and unequivocal message on this count," External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar told the 15-nation UN Security Council briefing on Ukraine 'Fight against impunity'.