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Edgbaston to host 18000 fans for England-NZ Test

Edgbaston to host 18000 fans for England-NZ Test

Rediff.com26 May 2021

The England Cricket wrote, 'We CANNOT wait to have you back with us!'

Cricket bats set to get smaller and thinner...

Cricket bats set to get smaller and thinner...

Rediff.com7 Dec 2016

The modern day cricket has 'tilted too far in the batsman's favour' according to the Marylebone Cricket Club's World Cricket Committee and its no surprise that they have come down hard on limiting the sizes and edges of cricket bats.

PIX: Ganguly inaugurates cricket-themed restaurant in Kolkata

PIX: Ganguly inaugurates cricket-themed restaurant in Kolkata

Rediff.com20 Sep 2019

The restaurant displays more than 100 cricket memorabilia, including signatures of legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, Mahendra Singh Dhoni and other prominent cricketers.

Sangakkara urges Lankans to maintain peace after communal riots

Sangakkara urges Lankans to maintain peace after communal riots

Rediff.com14 May 2019

Sangakkara, who was appointed the first non-British president of prestigious Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) earlier this month, expressed shock at the communal riots in the island nation.

Why Vaughan is against banning bouncers for U-18 players

Why Vaughan is against banning bouncers for U-18 players

Rediff.com28 Jan 2021

However, Vaughan did not find any merit in the suggestion.

Noted economist BPR Vithal passes away

Noted economist BPR Vithal passes away

Rediff.com19 Jun 2020

Vithal, a 1950-batch IAS officer, died early on Friday morning due to old age ailments, his son Sanjay Baru, media advisor to former prime minister Manmohan Singh, told PTI.

EC gives clean chit to PM over Bhrashtachari remark against Rajiv Gandhi

EC gives clean chit to PM over Bhrashtachari remark against Rajiv Gandhi

Rediff.com7 May 2019

Modi had hit out at Rahul Gandhi, saying: "Your father was termed 'Mr Clean' by his courtiers, but his life ended as 'Bhrashtachari No 1."

'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.

Disclosure of Lavasa's dissent notes on PM's speeches may 'endanger life': EC

Disclosure of Lavasa's dissent notes on PM's speeches may 'endanger life': EC

Rediff.com24 Jun 2019

The EC cited Section 8(1)(g) of the RTI Act exempting the disclosure of information which would endanger the life or physical safety of any person or identify the source of information or assistance given in confidence for law enforcement or security purposes.

ICC calls meeting on World Test Championships

ICC calls meeting on World Test Championships

Rediff.com5 Aug 2009

The International Cricket Council has called a meeting with MCC, custodian of the game's law, to discuss the possibility of hosting a World Test Championship, according to media reports in London.

Former umpire Taufel to deliver Cowdrey Lecture

Former umpire Taufel to deliver Cowdrey Lecture

Rediff.com11 Jan 2013

Australian Simon Taufel will become the first umpire to give the prestigious MCC Spirit of Cricket Cowdrey Lecture, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced in London on Friday.

EC panel to probe PM's address for poll code breach

EC panel to probe PM's address for poll code breach

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

Opposition parties alleged that the PM's address was a violation of the Model Code of Conduct.

ICC to review code on player conduct following tampering saga

ICC to review code on player conduct following tampering saga

Rediff.com29 Mar 2018

The announcement comes in the wake of the ball-tampering scandal in Cape Town, which resulted in Cricket Australia handing out bans to sacked Australia captain Steve Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft.

EC issues strongly-worded notice to Mamata for remarks on central forces

EC issues strongly-worded notice to Mamata for remarks on central forces

Rediff.com9 Apr 2021

The Election Commission has issued a notice to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her prima facie 'completely false, provocative and intemperate statements' against central armed police forces deputed on election duty in the state, saying her remarks are demoralising the personnel.

India presses for 'immediate ceasefire' in Sumy to evacuate citizens

India presses for 'immediate ceasefire' in Sumy to evacuate citizens

Rediff.com6 Mar 2022

India on Saturday 'strongly pressed' the Russian and Ukrainian governments through multiple channels for an immediate ceasefire in Sumy to ensure a safe passage for around 700 Indian students stuck there as it keeps focus on their evacuation from the war-hit city in eastern Ukraine.

SL police drop 2011 match-fixing probe for lack of evidence

SL police drop 2011 match-fixing probe for lack of evidence

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

On Thursday, former Sri Lanka captain Kumar Sangakkara spent 10 hours recording his statement to a Special Investigation Unit.

Centre to review Rs 8 lakh criteria for EWS category in NEET-PG

Centre to review Rs 8 lakh criteria for EWS category in NEET-PG

Rediff.com25 Nov 2021

The bench said that the only question is that determination of the category should be in a scientific manner and it appreciates that the Centre has taken a decision to revisit the criteria earlier fixed.

SC asks govt about revisiting Rs 8 lakh rule for EWS

SC asks govt about revisiting Rs 8 lakh rule for EWS

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

"You cannot just pick Rs 8 lakh out of the thin air and fix it as a criteria. There has to be some basis, some study. Tell us whether any demographic study or data was taken into account in fixing the limit. How do you arrive at this exact figure? Can the Supreme Court strike down the criteria, if no study was undertaken?" the Supreme Court asked.

Ambani forays into green energy biz; to invest Rs 75,000 cr

Ambani forays into green energy biz; to invest Rs 75,000 cr

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

Reliance Industries Ltd on Thursday announced a Rs 75,000 crore investment in new energy business over the next three years as the operator of the world's largest oil refinery pivots towards a greener and cleaner version. Reliance will build solar manufacturing units, a battery factory for energy storage, a fuel cell-making plant and an electrolyzer unit to produce green hydrogen as a part of the business, chairman Mukesh Ambani said at the company's annual general meeting with shareholders on Thursday. It will also set up 100 gigawatts (GW) of solar power generation capacity by 2030 and invest in setting up a carbon fibre plant.

From the skies to the seas, Armed Forces celebrate Yoga Day

From the skies to the seas, Armed Forces celebrate Yoga Day

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

Members of Indian Armed Forces on Thursday morning celebrated the fourth International Yoga Day in some the most difficult terrains. Spectacular pictures showed the Armed Forces practising yoga asanas in desert, river and on naval ships.

IAF objects to 'inaccurate' donning of its uniform in 'AK vs AK'

IAF objects to 'inaccurate' donning of its uniform in 'AK vs AK'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2020

In their reaction, both Netflix India and Kapoor said their intention would never be to disrespect the armed forces.

Du Plessis guilty of ball-tampering, cleared to play

Du Plessis guilty of ball-tampering, cleared to play

Rediff.com22 Nov 2016

South Africa captain Faf du Plessis was cleared to play the third and final Test against Australia after a hearing by the International Cricket Council in Adelaide, on Tuesday.

SC refuses to hear plea seeking action against PM, Shah

SC refuses to hear plea seeking action against PM, Shah

Rediff.com8 May 2019

'The petition has become infructuous as the Election Commission has taken decisions on the complaints'

Regret casual attitude that led to my ban, says Shakib

Regret casual attitude that led to my ban, says Shakib

Rediff.com24 Jun 2020

Shakib Al Hasan who was in brilliant form before the ban, amassing 606 runs in the 2019 World Cup in the UK, said he regrets how he went about the situation.

NEEDED! Balance between bat and ball...

NEEDED! Balance between bat and ball...

Rediff.com3 Jun 2016

The International Cricket Council Cricket Committee, chaired by Anil Kumble, has suggested that Marylebone Cricket Club should 'strongly consider' limiting the dimensions of bats to restore balance in the game.

Rahul's talk with TN college students didn't violate poll code: EC

Rahul's talk with TN college students didn't violate poll code: EC

Rediff.com21 Mar 2019

However, Sahoo has sought 'further information' on Gandhi's speech.

Lord's to host first floodlit match

Lord's to host first floodlit match

Rediff.com27 Jul 2007

Middlesex will take on Derbyshire in a Pro40 fixture on September 10 in what MCC secretary and chief executive Keith Bradshaw calls an "historic occasion".

The first victim of 'Mankading' in IPL speaks out

The first victim of 'Mankading' in IPL speaks out

Rediff.com4 Apr 2019

Wishy-washy areas in Mankading law need to be addressed: Jos Buttler

Why Sangakkara can't wait to work with Rajasthan Royals...

Why Sangakkara can't wait to work with Rajasthan Royals...

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

Sangakkara will be responsible for overseeing the entire cricketing ecosystem of Royal's franchise including coaching structure, auction plans, and team strategy

IAF completes first level of selecting astronauts for Gaganyaan

IAF completes first level of selecting astronauts for Gaganyaan

Rediff.com6 Sep 2019

Air Force sources said 25 test pilots were part of the initial selection process.

No virtue like protecting nation: PM Modi on Rafales

No virtue like protecting nation: PM Modi on Rafales

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

"Swagatam" (welcome), he said with the hash tag "RafaleInIndia".

BCCI's reluctance to give up autonomy blocking cricket's Olympics chances?

BCCI's reluctance to give up autonomy blocking cricket's Olympics chances?

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

After the MCC Committee meetings this week, the panel of former players requested the BCCI to reconsider its stance.

IAF evacuates 58 Indians from coronavirus-hit Iran

IAF evacuates 58 Indians from coronavirus-hit Iran

Rediff.com10 Mar 2020

Mission completed, external affairs minister S Jaishankar tweeted.

Sangakkara to deliver Cowdrey Lecture at Lord's

Sangakkara to deliver Cowdrey Lecture at Lord's

Rediff.com18 May 2011

Sri Lankan wicket-keeper batsman Kumar Sangakkara will deliver the 11th MCC Spirit of Cricket Cowdrey Lecture at Lord's on July 4.

Exit polls predict hung assembly in Jharkhand

Exit polls predict hung assembly in Jharkhand

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

Most exit polls telecast by news channels soon after voting ended for the fifth and final phase of the Jharkhand elections on Friday indicated a hung assembly. Results for the elections to the 81-member state assembly will be announced on December 23.

IAF's 1st all-women crew fly Mi-17 in training mission

IAF's 1st all-women crew fly Mi-17 in training mission

Rediff.com28 May 2019

Three women officers of the Indian Air Force on Monday made history as they became the country's first 'All Women Crew' to fly a Medium Lift Helicopter.

Lord's weathervane Father Time damaged due to high winds

Lord's weathervane Father Time damaged due to high winds

Rediff.com30 Mar 2015

Lord's Cricket Ground's famous weathervane, Father Time, has been damaged during high winds in London over the weekend.

Cricketers may get red cards for bad behaviour

Cricketers may get red cards for bad behaviour

Rediff.com11 Feb 2016

Cricketers might get red cards for bad behaviours in future as the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) is trying a new red card system in some amatuer games to reduce excessive sledging and violent behaviour by players.

Case against Azam Khan for violating poll code

Case against Azam Khan for violating poll code

Rediff.com27 Apr 2019

In his speech on April 25, SP leader Azam Khan allegedly referred to Kargil war and also used religious slogans.

EC bars Sidhu from campaigning for 72 hours

EC bars Sidhu from campaigning for 72 hours

Rediff.com22 Apr 2019

Sidhu, while addressing a rally, had warned Muslims not to split their votes and instead defeat the Bharatiya Janata Party by voting against it unitedly.