News for 'West Zone'

Day after Diwali, Delhi records worst air quality since 2021

Day after Diwali, Delhi records worst air quality since 2021

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Delhi residents woke up on Tuesday to heavy grey haze darkening the city skies, reduced visibility and the air quality in the 'red zone' after many celebrated Diwali last night by bursting firecrackers beyond the two-hour limit set by the Supreme Court.

BSF arrests 15 Pakistani fishermen with boat in Guj creek

BSF arrests 15 Pakistani fishermen with boat in Guj creek

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

The operation was carried out jointly by the 68 Battalion BSF, 176 Battalion BSF, and the Water Wing, with support from local patrol boats.

Deodhar Trophy: Six-hitting Dube powers West to six-wicket win over North

Deodhar Trophy: Six-hitting Dube powers West to six-wicket win over North

Rediff.com30 Jul 2023

Sent in to bat, North Zone couldn't get any momentum and were reduced to 17 for two in 6 overs.

What is behind Jaiswal's shock domestic switch to Goa

What is behind Jaiswal's shock domestic switch to Goa

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

Jaiswal has been part of Mumbai's Ranji squad since the 2018-19 season and in 34 Ranji Trophy matches he has a first-class average of 61.65.

Duleep Trophy: Dhull hammers 193 as North Zone take lead

Duleep Trophy: Dhull hammers 193 as North Zone take lead

Rediff.com10 Sep 2022

Talented batter Yash Dhull hit a superb 193 decorated with 28 fours and two sixes to power North Zone to 433/3 in their first innings at stumps on day three of the Duleep Trophy quarter-final against East Zone.

Duleep Trophy: Tough outing for Shami on return to red-ball cricket

Duleep Trophy: Tough outing for Shami on return to red-ball cricket

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

East keep North in check at 308/6 on Day 1 of the Duleep Trophy quarter-finals in Bengaluru on Thursday.

Retail inflation slips to over 8-yr low of 1.54% in Sep

Retail inflation slips to over 8-yr low of 1.54% in Sep

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

Retail inflation slipped to 1.54 per cent in September from 2.07 per cent in the preceding month mainly due to subdued prices of food items, including vegetables and pulses, according to government data released on Monday. The consumer price index (CPI) based inflation was 5.49 per cent in September 2024.

CSK need to plug certain loopholes, admits Dhoni

CSK need to plug certain loopholes, admits Dhoni

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

CSK batting is sorted now because Ruturaj Gaikwad will be coming back: MS Dhoni

Can Shami Overcome The Age Hurdle?

Can Shami Overcome The Age Hurdle?

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

The preference would be for a fast bowler 'who still has seven to eight years of cricket left in him rather than someone who'll be turning 35 soon.'

EPL PIX: Arsenal stunned by West Ham; Title hopes fade

EPL PIX: Arsenal stunned by West Ham; Title hopes fade

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Images from Saturday's action in the Premier League.

West captain Rahane asks Jaiswal to leave field for sledging

West captain Rahane asks Jaiswal to leave field for sledging

Rediff.com25 Sep 2022

In a rare act, West Zone skipper Ajinkya Rahane ordered his teammate Yashasvi Jaiswal to leave the field for disciplinary reasons.

Deodhar Trophy: Rinku's 50 in vain; Panchal leads West to win

Deodhar Trophy: Rinku's 50 in vain; Panchal leads West to win

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

Priyank Panchal smashed an unbeaten 99 off 69 balls as West Zone coasted to a comfortable nine-wicket victory

'Incredible': Why Trump praised Munir and Sharif

'Incredible': Why Trump praised Munir and Sharif

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Former US President Donald Trump claims Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir support his plan to end the Gaza conflict, citing their involvement in negotiations and a recent statement of full support.

AAP divides Delhi into 12 zones, 4 leaders to coordinate with councillors

AAP divides Delhi into 12 zones, 4 leaders to coordinate with councillors

Rediff.com11 Dec 2022

The 12 zones are Civil Lines, Rohini, Najafgarh, Narela, Keshavpuram, West Zone, Sadar, Karol Bagh, Shahdara North, Central, South and Shahdara South, an official statement issued on Saturday said.

Realty's Next Address: SPR, Sohna Power NCR's Growth

Realty's Next Address: SPR, Sohna Power NCR's Growth

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Part-I of this three-part series dives into Delhi-NCR's SPR, Sohna, Dwarka Expressway, and Jewar Airport leading the charge.

How To Apply For IndiaSkills Competition 2025

How To Apply For IndiaSkills Competition 2025

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

The ministry of skill development and entrepreneurship, government of India, is inviting applications for the IndiaSkills Competition 2025 to identify, nurture and inspire talented youth to pursue careers in vocational education.

Konstas aims to 'nail process' in bid for Ashes call-up

Konstas aims to 'nail process' in bid for Ashes call-up

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'I feel like as long as I prepare as well as possible, I tick all the boxes ... and then just let my reactions do the talking. Just try and keep it simple, see ball hit ball.'

How Monsoon 2025 Turned Into A Nightmare

How Monsoon 2025 Turned Into A Nightmare

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

IMD data shows in the 24 hours between September 1 and 2, Haryana received 806 per cent more rainfall than normal, Punjab 759 per cent, Himachal Pradesh 510 per cent, Delhi 740 per cent, Chandigarh a staggering 1,638 per cent, and Rajasthan 193 per cent.

West Ham win at Newcastle, ease pressure on Lopetegui

West Ham win at Newcastle, ease pressure on Lopetegui

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

West Ham United eased the pressure on new manager Julen Lopetegui with a surprise 2-0 victory away to in-form Newcastle United in the Premier League on Monday.

Want To Buy Farm Land?

Want To Buy Farm Land?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'Legally clean farmland is difficult to find. It requires time, money, and legal effort to verify the title.'

Lightning: India's Deadliest Hazard

Lightning: India's Deadliest Hazard

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Lightning claims more lives in India annually than any other extreme weather event. Between April and July this year alone, 1,621 people died due to lightning strikes.

Not advisable to shut pigeon feeding spots, says Fadnavis

Not advisable to shut pigeon feeding spots, says Fadnavis

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has advised against the abrupt closure of pigeon feeding spots in Mumbai, urging the BMC to ensure controlled feeding of the birds amid health concerns and a court case.

Duleep Final: Rahane, Iyer fail as West struggle on Day 1

Duleep Final: Rahane, Iyer fail as West struggle on Day 1

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

West Zone's batting stars Ajinkya Rahane and Shreyas Iyer flattered to deceive as South Zone restricted them to 250/8 on the opening day of the Duleep Trophy final in Coimbatore on Wednesday.

Fear grips Bengali migrants amid Gurugram police crackdown

Fear grips Bengali migrants amid Gurugram police crackdown

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Bengali-speaking residents of Gurugram express fear of being targeted during a police drive to identify illegal immigrants. Authorities deny targeting specific groups, stating the drive follows central guidelines.

8.8 earthquake triggers tsunami waves off Russia, Japan; alert issued

8.8 earthquake triggers tsunami waves off Russia, Japan; alert issued

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

An 8.8-magnitude undersea earthquake struck early Wednesday off the coast of Russia's Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, triggering tsunami waves in parts of Russia and Japan, and prompting alerts across the Pacific region.

Did Jaiswal Fall Out With Rahane?

Did Jaiswal Fall Out With Rahane?

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

The India Today report claimed that Jaiswal's relationship with Mumbai Captain Ajinkya Rahane had become 'untenable'.

Mushtaq Ali T20: East Zone crush West to lift trophy

Mushtaq Ali T20: East Zone crush West to lift trophy

Rediff.com18 Feb 2017

Virat Singh was again in the limelight with a cracking half-century which guided East Zone to an eight-wicket victory over West Zone to clinch the National T20 Championship for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.

Beware Of China Threat In North East

Beware Of China Threat In North East

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

By ensuring Myanmar remains dependent on Chinese economic and military assistance, Beijing indirectly exerts pressure on India's North Eastern states, making New Delhi's regional security strategy even more complex.

Will Ronaldo play in India? FC Goa drawn with Al Nassr

Will Ronaldo play in India? FC Goa drawn with Al Nassr

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Indian Super League side FC Goa was drawn along with superstar footballer Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr of Saudi Arabia in Group D of the AFC Champions League 2.

Trump's Tariffs: 3 Million Tamil Nadu Jobs At Risk

Trump's Tariffs: 3 Million Tamil Nadu Jobs At Risk

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

The textile and apparel sector is India's second-largest employment provider, after agriculture, and it is now caught in a wave of uncertainty following the Donald Trump administration's tariff policy.

PIX: Liverpool thrash West Ham to go eight points clear

PIX: Liverpool thrash West Ham to go eight points clear

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Images from Sunday's action in the Premier League.

Bahutule, Powar rattle South Zone

Bahutule, Powar rattle South Zone

Rediff.com20 Oct 2005

The former Mumbai teammates claimed seven wickets to bowl out South Zone for 219. West Zone in reply were four for 2.

East Coast or West Coast? Cricket venue dilemma for LA28

East Coast or West Coast? Cricket venue dilemma for LA28

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

New York, on the East Coast, hosted several preliminary-round matches of the T20 World Cup earlier this year, which it co-hosted with the West Indies.

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.

BSF troops given filthy coaches, 4 railways officials suspended

BSF troops given filthy coaches, 4 railways officials suspended

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

A controversy erupted after a train with dilapidated and dirty coaches was provided to ferry Border Security Force (BSF) personnel from Tripura for deployment during the Amarnath Yatra in Kashmir, with Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw suspending four officials and ordering an inquiry.

Ex-India wicketkeeper Ajay Ratra named national selector

Ex-India wicketkeeper Ajay Ratra named national selector

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Ratra, a former Indian wicketkeeper-batter, brings with him a wealth of experience and an impressive track record in both domestic and international cricket.

BCCI invites application for one selector: Who will be replaced?

BCCI invites application for one selector: Who will be replaced?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

The BCCI on Monday invited applications to replace one among the five senior national selectors and in all likelihood, former pacer Salil Ankola would be the one on his way out as West Zone is already represented by chairman Ajit Agarkar.

Rentals on rise: Robust office space demand set to benefit landowners

Rentals on rise: Robust office space demand set to benefit landowners

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Office space owners are looking at good times ahead as rentals are expected to rise due to demand for Grade A office spaces outpacing supply that has been sluggish due to construction delays, long gestation periods and developers' interests shifting to residential.

Special Ops 2 Review: Dizzyingly Fast

Special Ops 2 Review: Dizzyingly Fast

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Special Ops 2 captures the spirit of the modern-day spy thriller and runs with it, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Can Axar Patel bring DC the elusive trophy?

Can Axar Patel bring DC the elusive trophy?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

In all, Axar has led in 24 matches across all formats, winning 12, losing 10 and two matches ended in a draw.