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Suspicious packages found at Indian consulate, other missions in Melbourne

Suspicious packages found at Indian consulate, other missions in Melbourne

Rediff.com9 Jan 2019

A major operation is underway after packages were delivered to at least 10 international consulates across Melbourne.

Future uncertain for Sharapova after early Melbourne exit

Future uncertain for Sharapova after early Melbourne exit

Rediff.com21 Jan 2020

Five-time Grand Slam champion Sharapova cut a forlorn figure in the post-match press conference as she was questioned about her injury problems.

SEE: India's batting star Jemimah grooves in Melbourne

SEE: India's batting star Jemimah grooves in Melbourne

Rediff.com27 Feb 2020

Before the start of the Women's T20 World Cup match against New Zealand, India's top-order batsman Jemimah Rodrigues was seen shaking a leg at the entrance alley of the Junction Oval stadium in Melbourne. Rodrigues was not alone, as she was joined by an off-duty security guard and the duo danced to a song from the recently-released Bollywood flick Love Aaj Kal.

SEE: Djoko Hits Steve Smith For 6!

SEE: Djoko Hits Steve Smith For 6!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Novak Djokovic tried his hand at cricket as he bowled and batted against Australia's star cricketer Steve Smith.

Melbourne to host ICC Annual Conference 2014

Melbourne to host ICC Annual Conference 2014

Rediff.com25 Oct 2013

The ICC Annual Conference 2014 - world cricket's biggest annual gathering - will take place in Australia for the first time in its history after Melbourne was awarded the right to host the event.

COVID-19 lockdown to be reimposed in Melbourne for 6 weeks

COVID-19 lockdown to be reimposed in Melbourne for 6 weeks

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

Residents have been advised against leaving their homes apart for four activities -- purchasing essential items, medical care or caregiving, exercise and study/work.

PIX: Players, fans melt under Melbourne sun at Aus Open

PIX: Players, fans melt under Melbourne sun at Aus Open

Rediff.com18 Jan 2018

Here are images from a hot, hot day from Melbourne Park...

David Warner appeals for return of missing baggy green

David Warner appeals for return of missing baggy green

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

David Warner made an impassioned appeal for the return of a rucksack containing his baggy green cap that went missing on a flight from Melbourne to Sydney for his final Test match this week.

Can anyone stop Djokovic at Australian Open?

Can anyone stop Djokovic at Australian Open?

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

Australian great Rod Laver says engravers should get to work putting the world number one's name on the Grand Slam trophy for an 11th time.

Indian student attacked in Melbourne

Indian student attacked in Melbourne

Rediff.com14 Jul 2010

A 23-year-old Indian student was brutally attacked in a phone booth in Melbourne by three assailants who stole 80 dollars from his wallet after repeatedly punching him on his head and face and leaving him unconscious, an Australian court was told on Wednesday.

Satyam opens Melbourne centre

Satyam opens Melbourne centre

Rediff.com8 Sep 2004

Nagal Swaps Racquet For Bat At MCG

Nagal Swaps Racquet For Bat At MCG

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Nagal, who played cricket in his boyhood before swapping bat it for a tennis racquet, reminisced about playing cricket in the streets and expressed joy at padding up in the indoor nets at the G.

Covid-19 and cricket: Melbourne Magic in morbid 2020

Covid-19 and cricket: Melbourne Magic in morbid 2020

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

The challenges in a post COVID-19 world were new and unusual but unlike other Indian sports, cricket could partially redeem itself, thanks to the deep pockets of the BCCI

The next generation is something that this sport needs: Sinner

The next generation is something that this sport needs: Sinner

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

Jannik Sinner was not about to announce the end of the "Big Three" after his breakthrough Grand Slam triumph at the Australian Open but the 22-year-old Italian does believe tennis needs a fresh generation of champions.

Symonds doubtful for Melbourne Test

Symonds doubtful for Melbourne Test

Rediff.com24 Dec 2008

Under pressure Australia may miss the services of controversial all-rounder Andrew Symonds due to a knee injury in the second Test against South Africa starting from Friday at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

When Rani Made The Sad Revelation

When Rani Made The Sad Revelation

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

Bollywood folk graced the stage at the 14th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne, received awards, promoted their films and laughed loud at IFFM. Then, they got all touristy and explored the Australian city, enjoying its sights and sounds.

Melbourne to keep Australian Open

Melbourne to keep Australian Open

Rediff.com14 Oct 2008

Organisers of the Australian Open say they expect the tournament will remain in Melbourne despite an offer to move the grand slam event to Sydney when the current contract expires in 2016.

Zimbabwe to host India for T20Is in July

Zimbabwe to host India for T20Is in July

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

This will be the fourth time Zimbabwe will host India in a bilateral T20I series, having previously faced off in 2010, 2015 and 2016 in this format.

Boxing Day Test to stay in Melbourne Cricket Ground

Boxing Day Test to stay in Melbourne Cricket Ground

Rediff.com26 Jun 2015

The celebrated Boxing Day Test will remain in Melbourne, Cricket Australia said today, after a report that administrators could reshuffle fixtures.

Spotted: Indian cricketers in Melbourne

Spotted: Indian cricketers in Melbourne

Rediff.com15 Feb 2008

Reader Parswanath sent us these pictures from Melbourne.

Ashes 2010 venue: Melbourne

Ashes 2010 venue: Melbourne

Rediff.com23 Nov 2010

Ashes 2010 venue: Melbourne

Spotted: Shane Warne in Melbourne

Spotted: Shane Warne in Melbourne

Rediff.com7 Feb 2008

Reader Anil Polineni sent us this picture from Melbourne.

Spotted: Ishant Sharma in Melbourne

Spotted: Ishant Sharma in Melbourne

Rediff.com12 Feb 2008

Reader Chander Ramanathan sent us these pictures from Melbourne.

Tackling Heatwaves In Cities

Tackling Heatwaves In Cities

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

As Singapore, New York and Melbourne have shown, cities can mitigate the impact of heatwaves if they have the will to create green infrastructure, explain Amit Kapoor & Bibek Debroy.

Australian Open: All eyes on these 3 women

Australian Open: All eyes on these 3 women

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

Three contenders for the women's singles title at the Australian Open.

Nothing can beat Kohli's experience: Rohit

Nothing can beat Kohli's experience: Rohit

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

'I don't want to rely on one or two individuals to win us the game.'

Nadal in Australian Open draw, Kyrgios absent

Nadal in Australian Open draw, Kyrgios absent

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

Defending champion Novak Djokovic will bid for a record-extending 11th title at Melbourne Park and 25th Grand Slam crown overall.

Aus Open PIX: Teenager Noskova stuns World No 1 Swiatek

Aus Open PIX: Teenager Noskova stuns World No 1 Swiatek

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

Images from Day 7 of the 2024 Australian Open in Melbourne on Saturday.

'Kohli has a great chance to become a hero'

'Kohli has a great chance to become a hero'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

Former England cricketer Nasser Hussain showered praise on Kohli.

US Open PIX: Sinner battles into quarters; Medvedev cruises

US Open PIX: Sinner battles into quarters; Medvedev cruises

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Images from the men's singles Round of 16 matches at the US Open on Monday.

Why India should include Pandya for Melbourne Test

Why India should include Pandya for Melbourne Test

Rediff.com21 Dec 2018

Former Australia batsman Michael Hussey said that conditions for the third Test in Melbourne will be a lot different from those in Perth and India should consider drafting in all-rounder Hardik Pandya to bring balance to their attack.

Maxwell rested as Australia announce ODI squad for WI series

Maxwell rested as Australia announce ODI squad for WI series

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

The three-match ODI series between Australia and West Indies will start from February 2 till February 6 in Brisbane, Sydney, and Canberra respectively.

Powell withdraws from Melbourne meet

Powell withdraws from Melbourne meet

Rediff.com2 Apr 2013

Former 100 metres World record holder Asafa Powell has been forced to withdraw from his first meeting since last year's Olympic final because of a hamstring injury, Athletics Australia said on Tuesday.

Melbourne bids farewell to Games

Melbourne bids farewell to Games

Rediff.com26 Mar 2006

Sabalenka beats Zheng to retain Australian Open crown

Sabalenka beats Zheng to retain Australian Open crown

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

Aryna Sabalenka beat China's Zheng Qinwen 6-3 6-2 to retain the Australian Open women's singles title on Saturday.

Spotted: Sachin and Yuvraj in Melbourne

Spotted: Sachin and Yuvraj in Melbourne

Rediff.com24 Dec 2007

Reader Ankur Bhatnagar sent us a picture of Sachin and Yuvraj from Melbourne.

Australia's Starc, England's Overton out of Melbourne Test

Australia's Starc, England's Overton out of Melbourne Test

Rediff.com24 Dec 2017

Australia fast bowler Mitchell Starc has been ruled out of the fourth Ashes Test with a heel injury while England paceman Craig Overton will also miss the match in Melbourne with a fractured rib.

Ananya Wants To Go Back To...

Ananya Wants To Go Back To...

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

Raai Laxmi cruises... Raveena goes on a safari... Guess who Sanjay met...

Tenacity, altruism define white-ball maestro Dhawan

Tenacity, altruism define white-ball maestro Dhawan

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

In a career that spanned over 14 years, the calmness that Dhawan exuded on and off the field was one characteristic that set him apart from the other stalwarts of Indian cricket.

Spotted: Andrew Symonds in Melbourne

Spotted: Andrew Symonds in Melbourne

Rediff.com5 Feb 2007

Reader Goutam Das sent us a picture of Andrew Symonds and Mitchell Johnson from Melbourne.