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Why Pakistan's cricketers are feeling 'restless'

Why Pakistan's cricketers are feeling 'restless'

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Pakistan cricket team's director Mohammed Hafeez is reportedly making a lot of players in the side "restless" and the major reason behind the simmering disquiet is his tendency to hold "long meetings and lectures".

Will Pinarayi Vijayan Survive Ally Anvar's Attack?

Will Pinarayi Vijayan Survive Ally Anvar's Attack?

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

At a time when none in Kerala's Left politics questioned the chief minister's authority, MLA P V Anvar hurled a series of accusations against Pinarayi Vijayan's government, notes Shyam G Menon.

RBI eases foreign borrowing norms for smaller players

RBI eases foreign borrowing norms for smaller players

Rediff.com6 Jan 2012

Earlier, there was no distinction in terms of minimum tenor for overseas loans, irrespective of the loan amount and all the overseas loans under the automatic route were required to have a minimum tenor of five years.

IT aims for the sky after Accenture's Q4 results

IT aims for the sky after Accenture's Q4 results

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

Global firm Accenture's fourth quarter results prove that the worst is behind for the Indian information technology (IT) sector, said analysts on Friday (September 27). While the pace and the broadness of recovery is debatable, they said Accenture's results and revenue growth guidance for the next financial year (FY25) reduce downside risks for Indian IT companies.

Sreejesh Rocks Mundu At Eiffel Tower

Sreejesh Rocks Mundu At Eiffel Tower

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

Paris Olympics hero P R Sreejesh made a stylish statement on Sunday.

Why top Pakistan cricketers are contemplating terminating central contracts

Why top Pakistan cricketers are contemplating terminating central contracts

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

Some of the top cricketers are contemplating terminating their central contracts with the Pakistan Cricket Board after some were refused NOCs to go and play in foreign T20 leagues.

IPL 2020: Indian players will wonder where fans are

IPL 2020: Indian players will wonder where fans are

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

The 13th edition of IPL, which will get underway on September 19, will be held in a bio-secure environment behind closed doors -- at least the first phase -- in the wake of the raging COVID-19 pandemic.

Mystery Of Indian-Born Foreign Stars

Mystery Of Indian-Born Foreign Stars

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

Should we not be creating roles in India for the talented, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

Saradha scam: Football clubs may cut renewal deals of players

Saradha scam: Football clubs may cut renewal deals of players

Rediff.com16 May 2013

While international players may get the same pay, domestic players may face a cut.

Can foreign brokerages crack the retail code?

Can foreign brokerages crack the retail code?

Rediff.com18 Aug 2015

Firms have to adhere to strict compliance requirements mandated by global parents

Bharti dials up UK telecom play with $4 bn stake in BT

Bharti dials up UK telecom play with $4 bn stake in BT

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

Bharti Global, the international investment arm of Bharti Enterprises, has decided to buy 24.5 per cent equity in BT Group - a move that will make the Indian conglomerate the biggest shareholder in the UK's second-largest telecom company both in terms of market value and subscriber count. The shares are being purchased from billionaire Patrick Drahi's Altice UK through a combination of cash and debt .

Iranian chess player was warned not to return to Iran after competing without hijab

Iranian chess player was warned not to return to Iran after competing without hijab

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

The source also said Khadem's relatives and parents, who are in Iran, had also received threats, without giving further details.

Court reveals fixed matches in India-SA 2000 series

Court reveals fixed matches in India-SA 2000 series

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

2000 India-South Africa series: Court says some matches fixed, attempts made to fix others

How young blood transformed India's Test dominance

How young blood transformed India's Test dominance

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

The standout performers that allowed India to maintain their upper hand over England were young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav.

More foreign banks rush to India

More foreign banks rush to India

Rediff.com8 Mar 2005

IPL 2021 to resume on September 19; final on October 15

IPL 2021 to resume on September 19; final on October 15

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

Speaking to ANI, a BCCI official said the discussions between the BCCI and the Emirates Cricket Board went well and that the Indian board is confident that the remainder of the IPL will be held successfully in Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi.

Two more Rajasthan players in spot-fixing?

Two more Rajasthan players in spot-fixing?

Rediff.com17 May 2013

Ankeet Chavan, who had earlier confessed to his involvement in the spot-fixing saga in IPL 6, has claimed that two more players were also approached by bookies, sources said on Friday.

Can BJP overcome anti-incumbency for a third term in Haryana?

Can BJP overcome anti-incumbency for a third term in Haryana?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

Haryana is witnessing a multi-cornered contest this time, with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party facing anti-incumbency and a resurgent Congress.

Umesh Yadav signs for Essex

Umesh Yadav signs for Essex

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Indian pacer Umesh Yadav has signed with Division One English County side Essex for the remainder of the 2023 championship.

Rafi named FPAI Player of the Year

Rafi named FPAI Player of the Year

Rediff.com12 Sep 2010

Churchill Brothers striker Mohammad Rafi was on Sunday named Indian Player of the Year in the Football Players Association of India awards night in New Delhi on Sunday.

Dismal Olympics campaign for India's shuttlers!

Dismal Olympics campaign for India's shuttlers!

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

The Indian badminton team returned empty-handed from the Olympics for the first time in over a decade.

Rublev turns down Paris Games invite, Medvedev accepts

Rublev turns down Paris Games invite, Medvedev accepts

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

Athletes from Russia and Belarus, Moscow's closest ally in the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, are barred from the Paris Games except for the few who will compete as neutral athletes without flags or anthems.

Dev Anand Would Be 101 Today!

Dev Anand Would Be 101 Today!

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Did you know Dev Anand worked as a clerk at a salary of Rs 85 before he became an actor?

Local suppliers, MNCs voice concerns over DPIIT's Make in India push

Local suppliers, MNCs voice concerns over DPIIT's Make in India push

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has proposed to raise the minimum local content under public procurement order in government contracts. But several local suppliers and multinational companies (MNCs) are saying such a steep target is not attainable. Class-I suppliers, whose goods, services or works offered for procurement has local content equal to or more than 50 per cent may see it hiked to 70 per cent, while it may go up to 50 per cent from 20 per cent for Class-II suppliers.

IndiGo to introduce business class seats from mid-November

IndiGo to introduce business class seats from mid-November

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

IndiGo will introduce business class seats in select flights on 12 domestic routes starting from November 14 and also launch a customer loyalty programme, as the 18-year-old airline seeks to expand business and strengthen global presence. The announcements, made at an event in the national capital on Monday to mark 18 years of operations, also highlights a pivotal trajectory for the airline.

BCCI boss says need to find why Indian players injury plagued

BCCI boss says need to find why Indian players injury plagued

Rediff.com5 Nov 2022

Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the 90th annual day of the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association in Chennai, the former India cricketer said if the openers provided a strong start there was a better chance of the team winning matches.

IIM-A speaks on foreign B-schools' entry

IIM-A speaks on foreign B-schools' entry

Rediff.com23 Jan 2009

The Union Cabinet has already approved the Bill for tabling in Parliament.

'IPOs Are In A Sweet Spot'

'IPOs Are In A Sweet Spot'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

'IPOs have performed exceptionally well, with a notable increase in average ticket size from Rs 800 crore in the last financial year to around Rs 1,300 crore in this financial year.'

Second-best foreign coaches won't make us the best: Gopichand

Second-best foreign coaches won't make us the best: Gopichand

Rediff.com27 May 2021

Pullela Gopichand says a good mix of foreign and Indian coaches is important for the development of the system but strongly believes that 'second best' overseas recruits will only produce the second best players.

Crypto firms bank on fair play as Binance logs into FIU-IND

Crypto firms bank on fair play as Binance logs into FIU-IND

Rediff.com20 May 2024

The regulatory gap between crypto firms registered with the Financial Intelligence Unit-India (FIU-India) and unregistered offshore entities is expected to narrow, industry players said, after global crypto players Binance and KuCoin received approvals to register with India's anti-money laundering unit.

PIX: Big win for Liverpool at San Siro; Nervy win for Real

PIX: Big win for Liverpool at San Siro; Nervy win for Real

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

IMAGES from UEFA Champions League matches played on Tuesday

Did playing in BBL give England players an advantage?

Did playing in BBL give England players an advantage?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2022

An extensive experience of playing the Big Bash League in Australia contributed to Jos Buttler and Alex Hales' absolute dominance over India in the T20 World Cup semi-final, said head coach Rahul Dravid.

World Cup: Hajsafi first Iranian player to back protests at home

World Cup: Hajsafi first Iranian player to back protests at home

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

Defender Ehsan Hajsafi became on Sunday the first member of Iran's national team to speak out from the World Cup in Doha in apparent support of anti-government protests at home, saying players should be the voice of those suffering.

Kabaddi players raided in NIA's anti-terror operation in 76 spots in 8 states

Kabaddi players raided in NIA's anti-terror operation in 76 spots in 8 states

Rediff.com21 Feb 2023

In a major crackdown on the nexus between gangsters, terrorist groups and drug smugglers based in foreign countries including Pakistan and Canada, the National Investigation Agency conducted raids at 76 locations across eight states on Tuesday and seized a large cache of arms and ammunition and cash to tune of Rs 1.5 crores.

Why Mumbai Indians Went All Out For Hardik

Why Mumbai Indians Went All Out For Hardik

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Hardik Pandya is touted as a possible captaincy option for Mumbai Indians in the future.

Sidhu returns to 'first love', back as commentator for IPL 2024

Sidhu returns to 'first love', back as commentator for IPL 2024

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

After a decade-long stint in politics, Navjot Singh Sidhu will be back as commentator for IPL 2024.

Carlsen launches Freestyle tour, India first on list

Carlsen launches Freestyle tour, India first on list

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

Chess great Magnus Carlsen is launching a world Freestyle Chess tour as the variant of the game, also known as Chess960, is gaining in popularity, the world number one announced on Friday.

BCCI, Gambhir silent on chief coach job after IPL win

BCCI, Gambhir silent on chief coach job after IPL win

Rediff.com27 May 2024

The deadline for applying for the post of Indian men's cricket team chief coach ended on Monday but both the BCCI and the top name in its wishlist, Gautam Gambhir chose to keep mum on the development.

India Needs A National Security Strategy

India Needs A National Security Strategy

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

The National Security Strategy document should flag all major issues concerning security strategy and provide guidelines to concerned departments to work out suitable action plans. Since the global and regional geopolitical canvas is dynamic, the NSS document should be deliberated at length before formulation and should be reviewed periodically, recommends Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).