News for 'life bans'

Yasin Malik hospitalised after hunger strike in Tihar jail

Yasin Malik hospitalised after hunger strike in Tihar jail

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

Malik has submitted a letter to the doctors at the medical facility, saying he did not want to be treated.

Bin Hammam suspended by AFC for financial wrongdoing

Bin Hammam suspended by AFC for financial wrongdoing

Rediff.com17 Jul 2012

The Asian Football Confederation have suspended former President Mohamed Bin Hammam after a lengthy audit of their accounts revealed fresh allegations of financial wrongdoing, the body said in a statement on Tuesday.

22 social networking sites banned in Kashmir for one month

22 social networking sites banned in Kashmir for one month

Rediff.com26 Apr 2017

The ban will be in place for a month or till further orders, whichever is earlier, said an order issued by Principal Secretary Home R K Goyal.

BCCI working committee to meet on July 16

BCCI working committee to meet on July 16

Rediff.com11 Jul 2012

The BCCI Working Committee will meet in Delhi on July 16 to discuss and ratify the recommendations made by the technical committee for an overhaul of domestic cricket.

'Happy 40th, Ranbir'

'Happy 40th, Ranbir'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

Birthday wishes have been pouring in for Ranbir Kapoor as he turns 40 on September 28.

Kaneria loses appeal over spot-fix ruling

Kaneria loses appeal over spot-fix ruling

Rediff.com26 Apr 2013

Pakistan leg-spinner Danish Kaneria has lost his appeal against being found guilty of spot-fixing but an appeal over his life ban in Britain will be heard later, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said on Friday.

'Decision on Azhar's future in BCCI deferred'

'Decision on Azhar's future in BCCI deferred'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2012

The working committee of the Board of Control for Cricket in India failed to reach a consensus on whether Mohammad Azharuddin should be brought back under its fold following the Andhra Pradesh high court's decision to lift the life ban on him.

DGCA issues show cause notice to Air India over 'peeing' incidents

DGCA issues show cause notice to Air India over 'peeing' incidents

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

Aviation regulator Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Monday said it has issued a show cause notice to Air India regarding two incidents of passenger misbehaviour onboard a flight from Paris to New Delhi last month.

Immigration ban: America Inc vs Trump

Immigration ban: America Inc vs Trump

Rediff.com31 Jan 2017

Donald Trump's executive order prohibiting the entry of people from seven Muslim-majority nations widened the rift between the Trump administration and several leading American companies.

'Salman stands up when I enter the room'

'Salman stands up when I enter the room'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

'What more can I ask for?' 'Salman and Ranbir Kapoor know how to respect their seniors.'

16 US Attorney Generals challenge Trump's immigration ban

16 US Attorney Generals challenge Trump's immigration ban

Rediff.com7 Feb 2017

The Attorney Generals from Pennsylvania, New York, California, Illinois said the executive order signed by the US president is "discriminatory", "unconstitutional and un-American".

Former AIFF Gen Secy Alberto Colaco banned for accepting payment

Former AIFF Gen Secy Alberto Colaco banned for accepting payment

Rediff.com27 Nov 2014

The All India Football Federation's former general secretary has been banned for accepting a payment during Asian Football Confederation (AFC) elections in 2009, FIFA's ethics committee said in a statement on Thursday.

Gatlin's father flays London crowd for booing son

Gatlin's father flays London crowd for booing son

Rediff.com7 Aug 2017

'The people booing need to read the reports. He has never committed a crime'

SC throws Pakistan's Malik a lifeline

SC throws Pakistan's Malik a lifeline

Rediff.com23 May 2008

The Supreme Court has directed a lower court to record evidence and hear Salim Malik's appeal against the life ban from cricket.

Akhara Council decides to ban use of plastic in Kumbh Mela

Akhara Council decides to ban use of plastic in Kumbh Mela

Rediff.com15 Sep 2015

To conserve the environment, the Akhara Council has decided to put a ban on the use of plastic items and loudspeakers at the venue of the ongoing Kumbh Mela in Nashik.

Shinde recalls Sri Sri's 'blessings' when he rebelled

Shinde recalls Sri Sri's 'blessings' when he rebelled

Rediff.com2 Feb 2023

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said on Thursday that spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar had given him blessings and told him that he would succeed when he and other rebel Shiv Sena MLAs were camping in a Guwahati hotel.

'When the police came knocking at my door...'

'When the police came knocking at my door...'

Rediff.com13 May 2020

'People tell me to forget, but it is something to learn from.' 'A couple of seconds can change your life completely.'

Iranian fans savour victory but wrangle over protests

Iranian fans savour victory but wrangle over protests

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

After the match, jubilant Iranians danced and cheered as they streamed out of the ground.

'Whatever we do, we have to make an impact'

'Whatever we do, we have to make an impact'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

'Professors can teach even when they are 90 because they don't lose their skill with words. Go deeper and there's spirituality in it.'

Latif ban reduced to one month

Latif ban reduced to one month

Rediff.com22 Dec 2004

The former Pakistan captain's six-month ban for conceding a domestic match was reduced to one month by the PCB.

Caught Out: Crime. Corruption. Cricket Review: Scratches Only The Surface

Caught Out: Crime. Corruption. Cricket Review: Scratches Only The Surface

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

An earnest attempt at uncovering the truth behind the match-fixing saga, but fails to highlight any new information.

China's swimming champ Sun served three month ban

China's swimming champ Sun served three month ban

Rediff.com24 Nov 2014

China's world and Olympic swimming champion Sun Yang served a three-month ban earlier this year after testing positive for a banned stimulant, the China Anti-Doping Agency (CHINADA) said on Monday.

'Forcible vegetarianism will do no good': States may move court against ban

'Forcible vegetarianism will do no good': States may move court against ban

Rediff.com29 May 2017

Kerala, West Bengal, Puducherry slam the government's decision to ban sale and purchase of cattle from animal markets for slaughter; meat traders fear spike in cow vigilantism.

HC issues notices to Govt, IOA, WFI

HC issues notices to Govt, IOA, WFI

Rediff.com15 Oct 2004

The Delhi High court issued notices on a petition filed by weightlifter Pratima Kumari challenging the life ban imposed on her

No Phantom in Pakistan: Court bans Saif's latest film

No Phantom in Pakistan: Court bans Saif's latest film

Rediff.com20 Aug 2015

The movie was banned on a plea filed by Jamaat-ud-Dawa chief and Mumbai attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed alleging that the film contains "filthy propaganda" against him and his outfit.

ULFA negotiator alleges threat to life

ULFA negotiator alleges threat to life

Rediff.com12 Feb 2008

A vital link between the Government of India and the banned militant group, Hiranya, who is a member of the ULFA-constituted People's Consultative Group, alleged that he was warned over the phone by a person who identified himself as an ULFA cadre Bakul Deka.

ULFA bandh affects normal life in Assam

ULFA bandh affects normal life in Assam

Rediff.com25 Jun 2009

Normal life was hit in Assam on Thursday due to a day-long Assam bandh called by the banned United Liberation Front of Asom to protest against the stepped up operation by security forces against it.

'Chautala was never IOA president so can how he be made Life President?'

'Chautala was never IOA president so can how he be made Life President?'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2016

A day after Suresh Kalmadi and Abhay Singh Chautala were named Life Presidents of the Indian Olympic Association, a top official of the IOA on Wednesday questioned the move, pointing out that it violated the Constitution of the top sports body.

US 'keeper Solo 'saddened' by six-month ban

US 'keeper Solo 'saddened' by six-month ban

Rediff.com25 Aug 2016

She was handed ban for mocking Sweden, calling them "a bunch of cowards" at the Rio Olympics

Maharashtra govt refuses to ban controversial play 'Agnes of God'

Maharashtra govt refuses to ban controversial play 'Agnes of God'

Rediff.com5 Oct 2015

The Maharashtra government on Monday declined to stall staging of the play 'Agnes of God', which tells the story of a nun who delivers a still-born child, as demanded by the church on the ground that it hurts the sentiments of the Christian community.

Sports Shorts: Footballer gets 50-year ban!

Sports Shorts: Footballer gets 50-year ban!

Rediff.com2 Nov 2014

A Swiss amateur footballer has been handed a 50-year ban from the sport for kicking the ball at a referee and insulting him in a fourth-tier match, local media reported.

Breaking Up Business Groups Would Create More Problems

Breaking Up Business Groups Would Create More Problems

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

Policies to break down the business group format are far more likely to be effective, argues Simon Commander.

Police question suspended Pakistan trio

Police question suspended Pakistan trio

Rediff.com4 Sep 2010

Pakistan captain Salman Butt and pace bowlers Mohammad Amir and Mohammad Asif were questioned by the London Metropolitan police on Friday following their indefinite suspension from all cricket.

Fixing scam gets murkier, Sydney Test under scanner

Fixing scam gets murkier, Sydney Test under scanner

Rediff.com30 Aug 2010

The match-fixing scandal that has rocked Pakistan cricket grew in proportion on Monday with reports emerging of more games being rigged prompting a shocked cricketing fraternity to demand life bans on guilty players.

'Suspend Pakistan, scrap the ODI series'

'Suspend Pakistan, scrap the ODI series'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2010

The 'spot-fixing' scandal involving Pakistani cricketers threatens the very existence of the sport, according to the British media, which called for Pakistan's suspension from international cricket and life bans on the guilty players.

After Nitish supports note ban, Modi lauds Bihar CM over liquor ban

After Nitish supports note ban, Modi lauds Bihar CM over liquor ban

Rediff.com5 Jan 2017

The two leaders heaped praise upon each other for effectively implementing prohibition in their states, reports M I Khan from Patna.

To curb pollution, SC bans sale of firecrackers in Delhi-NCR

To curb pollution, SC bans sale of firecrackers in Delhi-NCR

Rediff.com25 Nov 2016

The apex court also directed the Centre not to renew for possessing, stocking and selling of fire crackers licences till further orders.

Gujarat resolution calls for action against BBC for Modi documentary

Gujarat resolution calls for action against BBC for Modi documentary

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

The Gujarat Assembly on Friday passed a resolution requesting the Centre to take strict action against BBC for tarnishing the image and popularity of Prime Minister Narendra Modi with its documentary on the 2002 riots in the state.

'Something extra' fuelling Djokovic's Australian Open charge

'Something extra' fuelling Djokovic's Australian Open charge

Rediff.com26 Jan 2023

Novak Djokovic said there was something extra behind his title charge at this year's Australian Open after being deported from the country last year.

ICC explains hearing procedure in spot-fixing case

ICC explains hearing procedure in spot-fixing case

Rediff.com5 Jan 2011

ICC Anti-Corruption Tribunal chairman Michael Beloff on Wednesday explained the procedures that will be adopted at the full hearing of the Pakistani players involved in the spot-fixing scandal. Salman Butt, Mohammad Asif and Mohammad Aamer are all set to face an anti-corruption tribunal from January 6-in Doha with threat of life bans looming over.