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Shoaib Akhtar again caught on camera tampering

Shoaib Akhtar again caught on camera tampering

Rediff.com23 Sep 2010

Pakistan cricket was embroiled in another controversy after pacer Shoaib Akhtar was caught on camera tampering with the ball during England's Rose Bowl win on Wednesday.

Zoya Akhtar to work with Ranveer Singh?

Zoya Akhtar to work with Ranveer Singh?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Showtime Review: Nothing Khaas About It

Showtime Review: Nothing Khaas About It

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

Showtime is watchable but never engrossing, notes Sukanya Verma.

Minority Hindus feel left out of poll process in Pakistan

Minority Hindus feel left out of poll process in Pakistan

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

Leaders and members of the Hindu community rue the fact that they are not given proper representation and many are not even registered as voters.

Looking forward to duel with Tendulkar: Akhtar

Looking forward to duel with Tendulkar: Akhtar

Rediff.com13 Feb 2011

Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar has lot of reasons to look forward to the upcoming World Cup, having missed the previous edition due to a doping ban, and one of them is the possibility of a duel with Indian batting icon Sachin Tendulkar.

Akhtar likely to be appointed as Pakistan's bowling consultant

Akhtar likely to be appointed as Pakistan's bowling consultant

Rediff.com19 Nov 2016

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is mulling over approaching former speedster Shoaib Akhtar for the bowling consultant role as it continues its search for big names to mentor cricketers at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) Akhtar's name has come into consideration because of the unavailability of former pacer Aqib Javed, whose name was earlier finalized for the role.

Fighter Review: Wannabe Top Gun

Fighter Review: Wannabe Top Gun

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

Fighter's distressing lack of thrills and sizzle reduces the exercise to an excuse for tedious amounts of Pakistan bashing, observes Sukanya Verma.

Imran March Proved Fatal For Sadaf Naeem

Imran March Proved Fatal For Sadaf Naeem

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

Imran Khan's 'true freedom march', that began in Lahore on Friday, October 28, 2022, proved fatal for journalist Sadaf Naeem, who was crushed by the former Pakistan prime minister's container vehicle on Saturday.

Shoaib Akhtar to skip dope test

Shoaib Akhtar to skip dope test

Rediff.com15 Feb 2007

The Pakistan bowler is in England and will miss the PCB dope test to be held in Lahore on Friday.

Akhtar in Pakistan World Cup squad

Akhtar in Pakistan World Cup squad

Rediff.com13 Feb 2007

Pakistan included injured fast bowlers Shoaib Akhtar and Umar Gul in their 15-man squad for next month's World Cup.

Spotted: Farhan Akhtar in New Delhi

Spotted: Farhan Akhtar in New Delhi

Rediff.com5 Mar 2009

Reader Anuj sends us a picture.

Shoaib Akhtar available for Asia-Africa series

Shoaib Akhtar available for Asia-Africa series

Rediff.com16 May 2007

The Pakistan fast bowler said he's fit and training hard.

The Last Pictures Of Satish Kaushik's Life

The Last Pictures Of Satish Kaushik's Life

Rediff.com9 Mar 2023

Satish Kaushik's last pictures on Instagram saw him laughing and partying with friends.

Javed Akhtar gets death threat over fatwa issue

Javed Akhtar gets death threat over fatwa issue

Rediff.com15 May 2010

Lyricist and Rajya Sabha member Javed Akhtar on Saturday lodged a case with the Mumbai police after he received an e-mail threat for criticising a fatwa banning women working with men.In the complaint, Akhtar said that he received an email in which it was stated that the countdown to his end has begun. The email also dared Akhtar to try to save himself if he could.On Tuesday, the Darul Uloom Deoband, in a Talibanesque fatwa, decreed that it is 'haram' and illegal.

'For Pakistan Army, Imran Is A No-Go'

'For Pakistan Army, Imran Is A No-Go'

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

'Will Imran compromise with the army? We are all human beings. We all compromise.'

Is the ban on Akhtar, Asif justified?

Is the ban on Akhtar, Asif justified?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2006

Message board on the ban on Shoaib Akhtar and mohammad Akthar.

Javed Akhtar gets Indira Gandhi Prize

Javed Akhtar gets Indira Gandhi Prize

Rediff.com31 Oct 2006

Noted lyricist, poet and screenplay writer Javed Akhtar was on Tuesday presented the Indira Gandhi Prize for National Integration at a function where post-Godhra riots in Gujarat issue figured.

Let fast bowlers show raw emotion on field: Akhtar to ICC

Let fast bowlers show raw emotion on field: Akhtar to ICC

Rediff.com26 Nov 2016

Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has said that the International Cricket Council (ICC) would kill off cricket by trying to stifle fast bowlers with rules and regulations.

Salman, Aamir Pay Homage To Pamela Chopra

Salman, Aamir Pay Homage To Pamela Chopra

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

Three days after their mother Pamela Chopra passed into the ages on April 20, Aditya and Uday Chopra held a prayer meet at their residence.

PCB slams Akhtar for having liposuction surgery

PCB slams Akhtar for having liposuction surgery

Rediff.com17 Nov 2009

Controversial fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has again rubbed Pakistan Cricket Board the wrong way by opting to have liposuction surgery without consulting or informing the authorities.

'Pakistanis see Imran Khan as the saviour'

'Pakistanis see Imran Khan as the saviour'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

'Imran Khan's rule was dismal. Despite this, he has become a cult figure.' 'He sold the dream of a Naya Pakistan to the people of Pakistan, especially the youth, and branded all other politicians as corrupt.' 'Hence, his popularity.'

Farhan Akhtar's first romantic role

Farhan Akhtar's first romantic role

Rediff.com25 Jan 2010

The actor is all set for his new acting film, Karthik Calling Karthik.

Akhtar ruled out of final Test

Akhtar ruled out of final Test

Rediff.com16 Aug 2006

Pakistan are likely to recall fast bowlers Mohammad Asif and Rana Naved-ul-Hasan for the fourth and final Test against England.

Shoaib Akhtar's book release called-off in Mumbai

Shoaib Akhtar's book release called-off in Mumbai

Rediff.com24 Sep 2011

The scheduled release of Shoiab Akhtar's controversial book in Mumbai, on Sunday, has suddenly been cancelled without any reason being given.

Happy Birthday, Farhan Akhtar: Bollywood's All-Star turns 40!

Happy Birthday, Farhan Akhtar: Bollywood's All-Star turns 40!

Rediff.com9 Jan 2014

Bollywood's most versatile star of his generation, actor-director-singer-dialogue writer Farhan Akhtar turns 40 today, January 9. A look at his many cinematic feats so far.

Zoya Akhtar: I'm obsessed with people

Zoya Akhtar: I'm obsessed with people

Rediff.com7 Sep 2009

Zoya Akhtar on her films.

PIX: Saiyami Kher plays Holi with Zoya Akhtar

PIX: Saiyami Kher plays Holi with Zoya Akhtar

Rediff.com14 Mar 2017

A look at the celebration pictures.

Akhtar should apologise to Tendulkar and Dravid: Shukla

Akhtar should apologise to Tendulkar and Dravid: Shukla

Rediff.com24 Sep 2011

Senior BCCI functionary Rajiv Shukla, on Saturday, demanded an apology from Pakistani speedster Shoaib Akhtar for making disparaging remarks against India's batting stalwarts -- Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid in his autobiography.

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan Review: Dil Chahta Hai In The Digital Age

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan Review: Dil Chahta Hai In The Digital Age

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan is a light glimpse into healthy young lives ready to soar in their own sweet skin, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Like Farhan Akhtar's Lucknow Central look? VOTE!

Like Farhan Akhtar's Lucknow Central look? VOTE!

Rediff.com24 Jul 2017

Farhan in a never seen before avatar!

Akhtar apologises for appearing on TV show

Akhtar apologises for appearing on TV show

Rediff.com1 Sep 2009

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

Worcestershire sign Shoaib Akhtar

Worcestershire sign Shoaib Akhtar

Rediff.com17 Nov 2004

The second division English county club signed the Pakistan fast bowler for the 2005 season.

I want India to reach semis: Akhtar

I want India to reach semis: Akhtar

Rediff.com30 Sep 2009

Out-of-favour Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar wants arch-rival India to reach the semifinal of the ICC Champions Trophy so that the event does not lose its charm and interest.

Shoaib Akhtar ignored by selectors

Shoaib Akhtar ignored by selectors

Rediff.com24 Dec 2009

Controversial Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar's bid to return to the national side was dealt a blow after the selection committee ignored him for a five-team first class domestic tournament, commencing January 1 in Karachi.

Mullah Akhtar Taliban's new leader after Mullah Omar's demise

Mullah Akhtar Taliban's new leader after Mullah Omar's demise

Rediff.com30 Jul 2015

Mullah Akhtar, a close aide of Mullah Omar who served as his deputy for the past three years, was chosen as the new leader.

Major News Events From 2023

Major News Events From 2023

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

As the year 2023 comes to an end, a look at some newsy events that shaped the world in the first half of the year.

Ananya's Thailand Diaries With Navya, Agastya

Ananya's Thailand Diaries With Navya, Agastya

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

Ananya Panday picked Phuket, Thailand, to start the New Year.

Pakistan omit Akhtar for WI tour

Pakistan omit Akhtar for WI tour

Rediff.com2 May 2005

The fast bowler recently resumed playing at domestic level but could not convince the selectors he was fit.

Farhan Akhtar to rock TV!

Farhan Akhtar to rock TV!

Rediff.com5 Nov 2008

The Rock On actor is the host of Oye It's Friday on NDTV Imagine. The show promises an hour of cutting edge humour, dazzling performances, news making guests and edgy style all rolled into one.