News for 'national selection committee'

Only 'genuine' wrestlers will be allowed at trials: WFI

Only 'genuine' wrestlers will be allowed at trials: WFI

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

The trials are being held to select the teams for the Asian Championships and Asian Olympic Games Qualifiers, both scheduled to be held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.

Sandeep Patil is chairman of selectors; Amarnath sacked

Sandeep Patil is chairman of selectors; Amarnath sacked

Rediff.com27 Sep 2012

Former India batsman Sandeep Patil was appointed chairman of the national selection committee on Thursday, while Mohinder Amarnath was sacked after serving just a year on the panel.

Pakistan drop Afridi, Umar Akmal for Champions Trophy

Pakistan drop Afridi, Umar Akmal for Champions Trophy

Rediff.com30 Apr 2013

The national selection committee on Tuesday, as expected, axed experienced all-rounder Shahid Afridi and batsman Umar Akmal for the ICC Champions Trophy in England in June.

Vengsarkar is lying, says former BCCI chief Srinivasan

Vengsarkar is lying, says former BCCI chief Srinivasan

Rediff.com9 Mar 2018

Former Board of Control for Cricket in India president Narayanswami Srinivasan on Friday rejected Dilip Vengsarkar's claims that he was responsible for the ex-India captain's removal as chairman of selectors, calling the charge 'completely false, motivated and without any basis'.

The two contenders to replace Jay Shah as BCCI secretary

The two contenders to replace Jay Shah as BCCI secretary

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

Anil Patel, the secretary of Gujarat Cricket Association and Rohan Jaitley, son of late Arun Jaitley and the president of the Delhi and District Cricket Association are the two names in running to take over as BCCI secretary.

Wrestling Olympic qualifiers trials get rescheduled

Wrestling Olympic qualifiers trials get rescheduled

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

The trials were initially planned for February 27-29 but got postponed

'India Must Not Support Nepal's Ex-King'

'India Must Not Support Nepal's Ex-King'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

'Gyanendra back on the throne would be bad news for the Nepali people. He may not have learnt from his experience, but we have.'

Lanka police questions De Silva over 2011 World Cup final fixing allegation

Lanka police questions De Silva over 2011 World Cup final fixing allegation

Rediff.com1 Jul 2020

Sri Lanka's ex-Sports Minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage on June 18 made the allegation but later backtracked, saying it was just his suspicion.

Gandhi And Bose: A Complex Partnership

Gandhi And Bose: A Complex Partnership

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

The two leaders had a complex relationship yet formed a partnership and even after their parting of ways, the two admired each other in their efforts for India's freedom.

Yousuf demands the reason behind his ouster

Yousuf demands the reason behind his ouster

Rediff.com27 Oct 2011

Former Pakistan captain, Muhammad Yousuf, is keen to get a hearing from the new chairman of the Cricket Board, as he believes the national selection committee has treated him unjustly.

Big update on Shreyas Iyer injury! KKR to miss their skipper?

Big update on Shreyas Iyer injury! KKR to miss their skipper?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

India skipper Rohit Sharma gave an update on Shreyas Iyer's recurring back injury and the captain didn't sound to optimistic of the batter playing anytime soon.

Trump names Indian-American close aide Kash Patel as FBI chief

Trump names Indian-American close aide Kash Patel as FBI chief

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Kash Patel, a close confidante, as the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). This appointment would make Patel the highest-ranking Indian American in Trump's incoming administration. Patel has previously served in various roles in the Trump administration, including Chief of Staff at the Department of Defense, Deputy Director of National Intelligence, and Senior Director for Counterterrorism at the National Security Council. Trump praised Patel's work in uncovering the "Russia, Russia, Russia Hoax" and his commitment to "bringing back Fidelity, Bravery, and Integrity to the FBI." Patel, who has extensive experience in law enforcement and national security, is known for his work on the Russia investigation and his criticism of the "deep state."

Yuvraj, Karthik, Badrinath to lead Challenger side

Yuvraj, Karthik, Badrinath to lead Challenger side

Rediff.com28 Sep 2010

Yuvraj Singh and Dinesh Karthik will lead India Blue and India Red respectively, while India Green will be captained by Subramanium Badrinath when Airtel Challenger Series for NKP Salve Trophy commences in Indore from October 8-11.

BCCI AGM: Dalmiya, Dhumal re-elected in IPL GC

BCCI AGM: Dalmiya, Dhumal re-elected in IPL GC

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

Former India left-arm spinner Pragyan Ojha will no longer be Indian Cricketers' Association's representative in the Apex Council.

Rohit makes his way back into Test squad for Sri Lanka tour

Rohit makes his way back into Test squad for Sri Lanka tour

Rediff.com9 Jul 2017

That Rohit will make a comeback was indicated by skipper Kohli in England and that was precisely the reason why he was rested for the limited overs series against West Indies.

Captain for SL ODIs on October 13

Captain for SL ODIs on October 13

Rediff.com29 Sep 2005

The rest of the team members for the seven-match ODI series against Sri Lanka will be selected on October 14.

AFI adds 3 more athletes to Asian Games team

AFI adds 3 more athletes to Asian Games team

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

Haryana's 3000m steeplechaser Priti Lamba was on Monday added to the Indian athletics team for the Hangzhou Asian Games

Shoaib, Kaneria in Pakistan Twenty20 probables

Shoaib, Kaneria in Pakistan Twenty20 probables

Rediff.com10 Jul 2007

Mohammad Yousuf and Abdul Razzaq also found a place in the 30-member shortlist.

IPL 2024: How god-fearing Mayank turned struggle into success

IPL 2024: How god-fearing Mayank turned struggle into success

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

The Delhi youngster had had his fair share of struggles while transforming from a frail 15-year-old to a frighteningly quick fast bowler.

Chetan Sharma is new chairman of selectors

Chetan Sharma is new chairman of selectors

Rediff.com24 Dec 2020

Former medium pacer Kuruvilla, who was backed by Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) bigwigs, was preferred over a more decorated Ajit Agarkar from the west zone.

Race to replace BCCI secretary Jay Shah heats up..

Race to replace BCCI secretary Jay Shah heats up..

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

The members who were present at the 93rd BCCI Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Bengaluru on Sunday requested incumbent secretary Jay Shah to speed up the process of finding his successor to keep the transition of power as smooth as possible.

Did Sumit Nagal deliberately miss Davis Cup tie?

Did Sumit Nagal deliberately miss Davis Cup tie?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

The All India Tennis Association (AITA) on Tuesday suggested that the country's top player Sumit Nagal perhaps deliberately missed the Davis Cup tie against Sweden last week

From IPL humiliation to Test debut: The unbelievable rise of Yash Dayal

From IPL humiliation to Test debut: The unbelievable rise of Yash Dayal

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

Yash Dayal's story is now one of resilience and redemption, proving that comebacks often speak louder than any setback.

CWG selection: Delhi HC dismisses writ petitions of TT players

CWG selection: Delhi HC dismisses writ petitions of TT players

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

World C'ships: Sajan Prakash finishes 25th, fails to progress to final

'9 hours of sleep': BCCI's to do-list for players!

'9 hours of sleep': BCCI's to do-list for players!

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

The Asia Cup-bound players, who returned from the West Indies and were not part of the T20I series in Ireland, were given a 13-day fitness programme.

What is the road ahead for Hardik Pandya?

What is the road ahead for Hardik Pandya?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

After being overlooked for the India T20I captaincy, Hardik Pandya's leadership future at Mumbai Indians looks to be on shaky ground.

Italy's Petrillo to be first transgender athlete at Paralympic Games

Italy's Petrillo to be first transgender athlete at Paralympic Games

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

Prior to transitioning, Petrillo won 11 national titles in the men's category.

Dravid will have to reapply for Head Coach's job: Jay Shah

Dravid will have to reapply for Head Coach's job: Jay Shah

Rediff.com10 May 2024

Shah said even a foreign coach can be considered depending on the CAC's recommendations.

Tirkey turns down IHF offer to become selector

Tirkey turns down IHF offer to become selector

Rediff.com16 Jul 2010

Apparently under pressure, former India captain Dilip Tirkey on Friday turned down an offer from the rejuvenated Indian Hockey Federation (IHF) to become a part of the four-member national selection committee. 'I am not accepting the appointment as a selector by the IHF. Air India has not given me permission for this,' Tirkey said in Bhubaneswar.

Afridi likely to be recalled to ODI squad for SA series

Afridi likely to be recalled to ODI squad for SA series

Rediff.com19 Feb 2013

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi is likely to be recalled to the One-day squad for the forthcoming series against South Africa after a string of batting failures in the Test series.

US House passes bill to ban Chinese app TikTok

US House passes bill to ban Chinese app TikTok

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Passed by the House by 352 to 65 votes, the bill now heads to the US Senate for it to be sent to the White House for the President to sign it into law.

Newly-elected WFI body cancels all decisions taken by ad-hoc panel

Newly-elected WFI body cancels all decisions taken by ad-hoc panel

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

The newly-elected body of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) on Thursday cancelled all the decisions taken by the Bhupender Singh Bajwa-led ad-hoc panel, that had recently changed the Olympic selection criteria and announced hosting of senior National Championship in Jaipur.

Time running out for out-of-form Gautam Gambhir

Time running out for out-of-form Gautam Gambhir

Rediff.com26 Jan 2013

Struggling to make any serious contributions, it seems time for opener Gautam Gambhir is running out. Gambhir has been struggling to find form in all three versions of the game and would like to make a statement in the final ODI in Dharamsala on Sunday.

Arthur rejects offer to return as Pakistan coach

Arthur rejects offer to return as Pakistan coach

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

Arthur is not coming because of the unreliable environment in Pakistan cricket

No southern comfort for Team India

No southern comfort for Team India

Rediff.com11 Jun 2009

No players from the south are part of Team India's playing XI in the ongoing T20 World Cup in England.

IPL2023: Opportunity for Bharat to showcase his talent

IPL2023: Opportunity for Bharat to showcase his talent

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

Bharat was drafted into the Test XI after the flamboyant Rishabh Pant was unavailable after being injured in a horrific road mishap late last year.

Afridi may be retained for India ODIs

Afridi may be retained for India ODIs

Rediff.com14 Dec 2012

Pakistan's flamboyant all-rounder Shahid Afridi could be retained for the three ODIs in India if he strikes form in the two T20 International matches to be held in Bangalore and Ahmedabad.

SC constitutes committee to monitor stubble burning

SC constitutes committee to monitor stubble burning

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

During his tenure as an apex court judge, Justice Lokur had dealt with pollution matter which included the aspect of stubble burning.

DDCA Ranji Mess: Selector stages walkout; questionable calls by coach

DDCA Ranji Mess: Selector stages walkout; questionable calls by coach

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

When DDCA secretary Verma was contacted, he said that there hasn't been any wrong selections.

Mission Tomorrow

Mission Tomorrow

Rediff.com5 Feb 2007

This series hopes to introduce you to those who, we think, will be the face of Indian cricket in three, four, five years time.