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India-UK flights to remain suspended till Jan 7: Puri

India-UK flights to remain suspended till Jan 7: Puri

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

The civil aviation ministry had last week suspended all flights between the European country and India from December 23 to December 31 as a mutated variant of the coronavirus was detected there.

COVID-19: Does someone care, asks Bhajji?

COVID-19: Does someone care, asks Bhajji?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

'People are dying.. someone care?'

How Harmanpreet got her batting back on track...

How Harmanpreet got her batting back on track...

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Harmanpreet Kaur got back among the runs with a 63-run knock in the fifth ODI against New Zealand and followed that up with a century (104) in the World Cup warm-up match against South Africa.

BCCI calls meeting to discuss T20 World Cup

BCCI calls meeting to discuss T20 World Cup

Rediff.com19 May 2021

The Board of Control for Cricket in India called a Special General Meeting on May 29 to discuss the upcoming cricket season in India, including the T20 World Cup scheduled in October-November.

BCCI SGM to lock in IPL window in September-October

BCCI SGM to lock in IPL window in September-October

Rediff.com28 May 2021

The BCCI will lock in a three-week window between September 15 and October 15 for the resumption of the currently-suspended IPL in the UAE, when it holds a Special General Meeting (SGM) virtually on Saturday.

I believe my time will come: Unadkat

I believe my time will come: Unadkat

Rediff.com25 May 2021

Repeated snubs from the Indian team selectors will not deter Unadkat

England name unchanged squad for first Pakistan Test

England name unchanged squad for first Pakistan Test

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

England named an unchanged squad for first match of the three-Test series against Pakistan that begins on August 5 in Manchester, the country's cricket Board (ECB) said on Wednesday. England beat West Indies 2-1 in the first international Test series since the COVID-19 pandemic suspended the sport in March, winning the third match by 269 runs on Tuesday.

Aus Tour: Team India embraces the 'new normal'

Aus Tour: Team India embraces the 'new normal'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

The BCCI tweeted photographs of the Indian contingent before departure with the players sporting customised PPE kits for travel amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Finally, CSK batting coach Hussey leaves for home

Finally, CSK batting coach Hussey leaves for home

Rediff.com16 May 2021

Having recovered from COVID-19, Chennai Super Kings batting coach Michael Hussey left for Australia on Sunday via Doha, a top official of the IPL franchise said.

Will spectators be allowed for IPL matches?

Will spectators be allowed for IPL matches?

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

Maharashtra minister Aaditya Thackeray on Saturday visited the iconic Wankhede stadium in Mumbai to review the preparations ahead of the Indian Premier League, starting next month.

Tewatia promises improvement in IPL's UAE leg

Tewatia promises improvement in IPL's UAE leg

Rediff.com5 Sep 2021

Rajasthan Royals all-rounder Rahul Tewatia admits his performance hasn't been up to the mark in the first leg of the IPL and promised a better show that could see his team make the play-offs when the T20 league resumes on September 19 in the UAE.

Review: Sid's music is easy, breezy and bubbly

Review: Sid's music is easy, breezy and bubbly

Rediff.com24 Aug 2009

Shankar Ehsaan Loy's music from this Ranbir Kapoor starrer grows on you.

Would Messi Have Won World Cup Without Di Maria?

Would Messi Have Won World Cup Without Di Maria?

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Eight years is a long time in the life of an athlete. But just like Messi, Di Maria has preserved and persisted towards his childhood dream, points out Deepti Patwardhan.

Several cases of COVID-19 reported at Tokyo Olympics hotel

Several cases of COVID-19 reported at Tokyo Olympics hotel

Rediff.com14 Jul 2021

Tokyo's state of emergency, the capital's fourth, lasts until Aug. 22, shortly before the Paralympics begin.

Hardik Pandya may not bowl in T20 World Cup

Hardik Pandya may not bowl in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com12 Oct 2021

All-rounder Hardik Pandya will be staying with the Indian team but is expected to play purely as a batter in the T20 World Cup as his back is still not in a condition to take the stress of fast medium bowling.

WTC final: What if the match ends in extraordinary fashion?

WTC final: What if the match ends in extraordinary fashion?

Rediff.com19 May 2021

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is yet to release the 'Playing Conditions' for the WTC final. Also, before boarding the flight to London, for the England tour, every male and female member needs to carry six RT-PCR negative results.

8 players who will miss IPL 2021

8 players who will miss IPL 2021

Rediff.com5 Apr 2021

With days left for IPL 2021 to kick off, several key players will miss the biggest show in the cricketing universe.

Chetan Sakariya's father succumbs to COVID-19

Chetan Sakariya's father succumbs to COVID-19

Rediff.com9 May 2021

His father, a tempo driver, was reportedly on the ventilator after his health deteriorated.

Djokovic opens US Open campaign against qualifier

Djokovic opens US Open campaign against qualifier

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

Second seed Daniil Medvedev will launch his bid to win his first major title against veteran Frenchman Richard Gasquet.

Archer misses second Test after protocol breach

Archer misses second Test after protocol breach

Rediff.com16 Jul 2020

The ECB did not specify the nature of the breach but said the West Indies team were satisfied with the measures taken.

How BCCI's ACU plans to keep IPL corruption free

How BCCI's ACU plans to keep IPL corruption free

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

BCCI's anti-corruption unit will be speaking to all the eight teams separately and the sessions will be more useful for the younger players who are not exposed to international cricket and the glamour of IPL.

Blow for Australia as Starc pulls out of India T20Is

Blow for Australia as Starc pulls out of India T20Is

Rediff.com6 Dec 2020

Australia's preparations for the second Twenty20 international against India later on Sunday have been upset with fast bowler Mitchell Starc released for the remainder of the series on compassionate grounds.

Recipe: Apricot Muhalabiya

Recipe: Apricot Muhalabiya

Rediff.com18 Mar 2022

A fantastic dessert to whip up.

Dravid's advice for new crop of Indian batsmen...

Dravid's advice for new crop of Indian batsmen...

Rediff.com30 Jul 2021

Rahul Dravid says the just-concluded Sri Lanka series is an opportunity to reflect that not all wickets are going to be flat. 'We need to find ways to scrap and score 130, 140 on these wickets'

Pink-ball Test: Stokes accidentally applies saliva; fan tries to enter field

Pink-ball Test: Stokes accidentally applies saliva; fan tries to enter field

Rediff.com24 Feb 2021

England all-rounder Ben Stokes mistakenly applied saliva on the ball after the completion of the 12th over of the India innings

Did Messi and his Barca teammates breach COVID protocols?

Did Messi and his Barca teammates breach COVID protocols?

Rediff.com4 May 2021

The Argentine striker had hosted a team meeting on Monday to kick start preparations for the clash against Atletico Madrid.

We owe the WI team a huge debt of gratitude: Giles

We owe the WI team a huge debt of gratitude: Giles

Rediff.com24 Jun 2020

'People are going to make mistakes, we all are, but for the sake of everyone's safety and the cricket, we need to operate within these protocols as much as we can'

'IPL suspension shows game's vulnerability, T20 WC could be postponed'

'IPL suspension shows game's vulnerability, T20 WC could be postponed'

Rediff.com9 May 2021

Chappell recalled a few incidents that led to the disruption of the game in the past.

Day 12: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Day 12: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

All the top action from Day 12 of the 2022 Winter Olympic Games in Beijing on Wednesday.

'Broke a few remotes while watching the previous game'

'Broke a few remotes while watching the previous game'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

'I've said it a few times this year where there's 36 or 37 overs of really good stuff, and we just let it slip for two or three overs.'

Abhilash Tomy Challenges The Oceans Again

Abhilash Tomy Challenges The Oceans Again

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

'When I crossed that point where I had the accident, I felt light and that was a very physical experience. I felt something leave me.' Shyam G Menon chronicles the voyages of that incredible Indian sailor, Abhilash Tomy.

IPL resumes on Sep 19; Mumbai Indians take on CSK

IPL resumes on Sep 19; Mumbai Indians take on CSK

Rediff.com25 Jul 2021

Defending champions Mumbai Indians will take on Chennai Super Kings in Dubai on September 19 when the IPL resumes in the United Arab Emirates.

Kajal Aggarwal is a Water Baby!

Kajal Aggarwal is a Water Baby!

Rediff.com19 Aug 2021

Akshay, Twinkle watch Bell Bottom... Abhay gives some advice...

No crowd restriction for New Zealand T20I in Jaipur

No crowd restriction for New Zealand T20I in Jaipur

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

'As per the current state guidelines, we can have a full crowd. You need to be vaccinated with one dose or you carry a negative test report which will be checked at the entrance,' Rajasthan Cricket Association secretary Mahendra Sharma said on Thursday.

International flights remain suspended till July 31

International flights remain suspended till July 31

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

The aviation regulator DGCA said on Friday that it was extending the suspension of scheduled international passenger flights in the country till July 31 but added that some international scheduled services on selected routes may be permitted on a case to case basis. Scheduled international passenger flights were suspended in India on March 23 due to the coronavirus pandemic.

PIX: Zverev tames Alcaraz to return to Paris semis

PIX: Zverev tames Alcaraz to return to Paris semis

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

Zverev won in four sets at Roland-Garros to send Alcaraz packing and reach the French Open semi-finals for a second straight year.

Afghan players Rashid, Nabi available for UAE leg of IPL

Afghan players Rashid, Nabi available for UAE leg of IPL

Rediff.com16 Aug 2021

Former England skipper Kevin Pietersen revealed that spinner Rashid Khan is worried about the situation in Afghanistan and he is not able to get his family out of the country.

Chakravarthy, Warrier test positive as KKR vs RCB match postponed

Chakravarthy, Warrier test positive as KKR vs RCB match postponed

Rediff.com3 May 2021

The Indian Premier League match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore in Ahmedabad on Monday has been rescheduled after two KKR members test positive for COVID-19.

Easter dinner caused Covid outbreak in Delhi Capitals camp?

Easter dinner caused Covid outbreak in Delhi Capitals camp?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2022

It is being asked why a lot of foreign players were having a team dinner for Easter celebrations despite Delhi Capitals physio Patrick Farhart testing positive.

Natarajan clears fitness test, back in India dugout

Natarajan clears fitness test, back in India dugout

Rediff.com18 Mar 2021

The 29-year-old, who impressed during the series in Australia after making his debut across all formats, had a shoulder injury as well as a knee niggle which ruled him out of the first couple of games in the ongoing five-match series against England.