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Shoaib Akhtar escapes PCB punishment

Shoaib Akhtar escapes PCB punishment

Rediff.com9 Sep 2009

Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has escaped punishment for appearing on a television talk show without permission, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said on Tuesday.

What made Shoaib Akhtar apologize

What made Shoaib Akhtar apologize

Rediff.com2 Sep 2009

Controversial pacer Shoaib Akhtar has apologised to the Pakistan Cricket Board for violating his central contract by appearing on a television talk show.

'Why would India want to deliberately lose?'

'Why would India want to deliberately lose?'

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

'It was a great fightback from India. The way Kuldeep played, it was massive. Look at Jasprit Bumrah, look at the fight while defending a small total.'

After 7 years, some relief for controversial Shoaib Akhtar

After 7 years, some relief for controversial Shoaib Akhtar

Rediff.com21 May 2015

The Lahore High Court has given a clean chit to Pakistan's maverick former fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar.

Javed Akhtar: Why another Sholay?

Javed Akhtar: Why another Sholay?

Rediff.com19 Jan 2006

Poet and lyricist Javed Akhtar chatted with rediff readers.

Meet Javed Akhtar, the actor

Meet Javed Akhtar, the actor

Rediff.com6 Jan 2006

The veteran lyricist does a cameo in Madhur Bhandarkar's Corporate.

Janhvi Celebrates Diwali In Style

Janhvi Celebrates Diwali In Style

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

The weekend saw its share of Diwali parties, including Maja Ma Producer Amritpal Singh Bindra's party.

Pak EC panel probe into poll rigging allegations over

Pak EC panel probe into poll rigging allegations over

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

On Sunday, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) formed the committee to probe the explosive allegations levelled by former Rawalpindi Commissioner Liaquat Ali Chattha that widespread rigging aided by the judiciary and the top election body took place against jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's party in the garrison city of Rawalpindi.

Zoya Akhtar to direct Farhan again

Zoya Akhtar to direct Farhan again

Rediff.com29 Oct 2009

After directing her brother Farhan Akhtar in her debut Luck By Chance, Zoya is all set to repeat him in her next project.

Off camera with Shoaib Akhtar and Kapil Dev!

Off camera with Shoaib Akhtar and Kapil Dev!

Rediff.com11 Jun 2015

India's former Test cricketer Aakash Chopra presented what happens when the camera turns off.

Davis Cup: Will India travel to Pakistan? AITA asks Sports Ministry

Davis Cup: Will India travel to Pakistan? AITA asks Sports Ministry

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

The All India Tennis Association (AITA) on Tuesday sought the Sports Ministry's advice on the national team's travel to Pakistan for the Davis Cup World Group 1 Play-off tie against the neighbours at Islamabad in February next year.

Ananya Lights Up Manish Malhotra's Diwali Party

Ananya Lights Up Manish Malhotra's Diwali Party

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

The glamorous Diwali parties have started, and Manish Malhotra set the fashion tone right in the beginning.

Afridi describes Yousuf, Akhtar as 'heckle and jeckle'

Afridi describes Yousuf, Akhtar as 'heckle and jeckle'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2013

A war of words has broken out between three big names of Pakistan cricket with veteran all-rounder Shahid Afridi describing former stars, Muhammad Yousuf and Shoaib Akhtar as 'heckle and jeckle'.

'Akhtar's remarks about Tendulkar, Dravid are ridiculous'

'Akhtar's remarks about Tendulkar, Dravid are ridiculous'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2011

Former Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik has said that he finds retired fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar's controversial remarks in his autobiography "ridiculous".

When Pakistan Faced A Power Outage

When Pakistan Faced A Power Outage

Rediff.com26 Jan 2023

Millions of people in Pakistan were left without electricity when a major power outage occured on January 23.

Narrow escape for Mehbooba Mufti as her car meets with accident

Narrow escape for Mehbooba Mufti as her car meets with accident

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Mufti's daughter Iltija Mufti, who is also the media advisor to the PDP president, confirmed that her mother is safe.

Haider lashes out at Afridi, Akhtar

Haider lashes out at Afridi, Akhtar

Rediff.com8 Oct 2011

Pakistan's controversial stumper, Zulqarnain Haider's return to first-class cricket has been marked with controversy after he lashed out at some seniors including former captain Shahid Afridi and retired pacer Shoaib Akhtar for their comments on Pakistan cricket and PCB.

Time to protest online only over: Farhan Akhtar on citizenship act

Time to protest online only over: Farhan Akhtar on citizenship act

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

The actor also shared an image that sought to explain the ramifications of the Citizenship Amendment Act and the National Register of Citizen.

'Afghanistan were simply brilliant'

'Afghanistan were simply brilliant'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

'It was a wonderful all-round effort by Afghanistan'

Pak PM bans New Year celebrations, here's why

Pak PM bans New Year celebrations, here's why

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

Pakistan caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar on Thursday announced a ban on the New Year celebration in the country to express solidarity with the People in Gaza.

Inzamam, Moin consider suing Akhtar

Inzamam, Moin consider suing Akhtar

Rediff.com6 Apr 2008

Beleaguered speedster Shoaib Akhtar could face another legal wrangle for reportedly dragging former captains Inzamam-ul-Haq and Moin Khan into match-fixing scandals. Akhtar apparently told a TV show host that both Inzamam and Moin offered him money to under-perform in some matches, an allegation that left Inzamam livid.

Brook wins top prize at Cricket Writers' Club Awards

Brook wins top prize at Cricket Writers' Club Awards

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Somerset wicket-keeper James Rew, 19, won the Young Cricketer of the Year having scored more than 1,000 runs in Division One of the County Championship.

When will assembly polls be held in J-K? CEC says...

When will assembly polls be held in J-K? CEC says...

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

All parties in Jammu and Kashmir said the assembly election should be held with the parliamentary polls, but the entire administrative machinery said it cannot be done simultaneously

Akhtar reported for ball tampering

Akhtar reported for ball tampering

Rediff.com20 May 2003

The Pakistan paceman is alleged to have altered the ball during the tri-series match against New Zealand on Tuesday.\n

Shah Rukh Khan Has Two Words For Suhana: 'Too elegant'

Shah Rukh Khan Has Two Words For Suhana: 'Too elegant'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Count on Shah Rukh and Gauri Khan's daughter to do party, casual and festive dressing right.

PIX: Farhan Akhtar performs in Manipal

PIX: Farhan Akhtar performs in Manipal

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

Check out the performance.

Top IM terrorist Tehsin Akhtar sent to police custody

Top IM terrorist Tehsin Akhtar sent to police custody

Rediff.com26 Mar 2014

Top Indian Mujahideen operative Tehsin Akhtar alias Monu, one of the alleged masterminds of a string of terror attacks in India, was on Wednesday remanded to police custody till April 2 by a Delhi court.

Akhtar criticised for mocking Pakistan cricket on Indian show

Akhtar criticised for mocking Pakistan cricket on Indian show

Rediff.com3 Mar 2015

Former fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar's remarks mocking the state of affairs in Pakistan on a popular Indian comedy show have evoked angry reactions from ex-players and officials.

Pak polls: Independents backed by Imran Khan lead in final tally

Pak polls: Independents backed by Imran Khan lead in final tally

Rediff.com11 Feb 2024

Pakistan's election commission on Sunday declared the final result of Thursday's general elections in which independent candidates backed by jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's party got the biggest piece of the cake by winning 101 seats.

What Gift Did Farhan Get From Dad?

What Gift Did Farhan Get From Dad?

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

Javed Akhtar picked son Farhan Akhtar's birthday on January 9 to release his coffee table book, Jadunama.

Agastya Won't Play Laxman To Ranbir's Ram

Agastya Won't Play Laxman To Ranbir's Ram

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

'At this stage of his career, he can hardly afford to play second fiddle to another actor.'

Sami replaces Akhtar

Sami replaces Akhtar

Rediff.com13 Feb 2006

The Pakistani fast bowler has been called up to join the squad for the last two one-day internationals against India.

Farhan Akhtar furious over infidelity reports

Farhan Akhtar furious over infidelity reports

Rediff.com31 May 2011

The article is misleading, says the actor/director

Shoaib Akhtar fined for misconduct

Shoaib Akhtar fined for misconduct

Rediff.com8 Aug 2007

The Pakistani fast bowler had left a training camp in Karachi last Saturday without informing the team management.

Mrunal Stuns Pippa Screening

Mrunal Stuns Pippa Screening

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Pippa will be streamed on Amazon Prime from November 10.

'I'm not blaming fathers, but...'

'I'm not blaming fathers, but...'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

'I'm talking about that predator in your house, and how one should protect one's children from him.'

Hrithik, Rekha, Jacqueline At Whose Shaadi?

Hrithik, Rekha, Jacqueline At Whose Shaadi?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Film folk wore their prettiest saris and smartest suits for a grand wedding reception held over the weekend.

All The Tomatoes You Want, Folks!

All The Tomatoes You Want, Folks!

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

It's that time of the year again -- the annual La Tomatina festival in Bunol, Spain.

PIX: Farhan Akhtar's fun shoot with Dabboo Ratnani

PIX: Farhan Akhtar's fun shoot with Dabboo Ratnani

Rediff.com20 Jan 2017

A look at the cool pictures.

Who Looks Best In Made In Heaven 2? VOTE!

Who Looks Best In Made In Heaven 2? VOTE!

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

The Web series sees 10 gorgeous brides and grooms get ready for their big day, and make it look so spectacular and fashionable!