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Emerging Teams Asia Cup: India beat UAE, make semis

Emerging Teams Asia Cup: India beat UAE, make semis

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

Opting to bat first, UAE were bowled out for 107 in 16.5 overs.

World Para GP: India sweep men's discus throw F11

World Para GP: India sweep men's discus throw F11

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

India dominated the men's 100 metres T44 category, in which Mit Bharatbha Patel sprinted to gold in 12.67 seconds.

Pak envoy denied entry to US, deported despite valid visa

Pak envoy denied entry to US, deported despite valid visa

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Pakistan's ambassador to Turkmenistan, K K Wagan, was deported from the United States after being denied entry at Los Angeles airport. The incident has sparked concerns about diplomatic protocol and the nature of the US authorities' decision. Wagan, who holds a valid US visa, was forced to return to his last port of departure. The Foreign Office confirmed the envoy had gone to the US on a private visit and is investigating the matter. It remains unclear what specific concerns triggered the deportation, but sources suggest the US immigration system flagged Wagan over controversial visa references. The incident has been communicated to Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Foreign Secretary Aamna Baloch, and the Foreign Ministry has directed its Consulate in Los Angeles to investigate.

Govt picks Tharoor to lead Op Sindoor delegation to US; Cong fumes

Govt picks Tharoor to lead Op Sindoor delegation to US; Cong fumes

Rediff.com17 May 2025

The government will send seven all-party delegations to key partner countries, including members of the United Nations Security Council, later this month to convey India's message of zero tolerance against terrorism following the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor.

World Cup qualifier: India aim to upset Oman

World Cup qualifier: India aim to upset Oman

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

India football coach Igor Stimac said his team is capable of upsetting Oman in their World Cup qualifying opener but conceded that the visitors will start outright favourites in the September 5 clash.

MP Harbhajan helps rescue Punjab girl held in Oman

MP Harbhajan helps rescue Punjab girl held in Oman

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

Kamaljeet, who is now back in her native place Barkandi village in Bathinda, and her father Sikandar Singh, explained their week-long ordeal and how travel and placement agents in Punjab are bleeding poor families financially with a promise of a better future.

India eyes trade pact push as US pauses reciprocal tariffs for 3 months

India eyes trade pact push as US pauses reciprocal tariffs for 3 months

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

With US President Donald Trump "temporarily suspending" country-specific reciprocal tariffs until July 9, India sees the three-month window as an opportunity to renew its push for a proposed bilateral trade agreement (BTA) with the US and expedite finalisation of the first tranche of the trade deal.

2022 WC Qualifiers: Late Oman comeback sinks India

2022 WC Qualifiers: Late Oman comeback sinks India

Rediff.com5 Sep 2019

Oman made a late comeback to defeat India 2-1 in the opening Group E match of the 2022 FIFA World Cup and the 2023 AFC Asian Cup Joint-Qualifiers at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati, on Thursday.

This Is The Colour Of The Season!

This Is The Colour Of The Season!

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

Rakul has a complain... Diana sparkles... Tamannaah loves her blues...

Japan first nation to qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Japan first nation to qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

The win guarantees Japan a top-two finish in the standings and sees them qualify for an eighth straight World Cup.

Why Do We Believe Israel, And Not Iran?

Why Do We Believe Israel, And Not Iran?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

At the end of the day, for many worldwide, the ongoing mutual attacks between Israel and Iran would seem a contest devoid of any moral high ground and only a bout between two ordinary adversaries, one that nevertheless risks spinning out of control into a larger conflagration, notes Shyam G Menon.

How 'Ronaldo' helped Iran overcome Oman in Asian Cup

How 'Ronaldo' helped Iran overcome Oman in Asian Cup

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

Three-times champions Iran came through an early scare before marching confidently into the Asian Cup quarter-finals for the 13th time in 14 attempts with a 2-0 victory over a spirited Oman team.

T20 World Cup: Jatinder, Zeeshan star in Oman comprehensive win over Papua New Guinea

T20 World Cup: Jatinder, Zeeshan star in Oman comprehensive win over Papua New Guinea

Rediff.com17 Oct 2021

Ludhiana-born Jatinder Singh smashed an unbeaten 73 as co-hosts Oman thrashed Papua New Guinea (PNG) by 10 wickets in the opening Group B first round match of the T20 World Cup Al Amerat on Sunday.

How India plans to tackle possible import surge from China, others

How India plans to tackle possible import surge from China, others

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

The government has set up an inter-ministerial group to monitor a possible surge in imports from countries like China, Vietnam and Thailand, fearing a surge in inbound shipments following the imposition of high reciprocal tariffs by the US on these countries, sources said. The product categories that may see an upsurge in diversion of imports from the US to India include consumer goods, electronics, chemicals and steel.

'How To Achieve 8 Cr Fund In 24 Years?'

'How To Achieve 8 Cr Fund In 24 Years?'

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Ask rediffGURU and PF and MF expert Janak Patel your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

Full List of Countries Hit With Trump's 'Reciprocal' Tariffs

Full List of Countries Hit With Trump's 'Reciprocal' Tariffs

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Here is the complete list of tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump on Wednesday.

India lose to Oman, virtually out of World Cup race

India lose to Oman, virtually out of World Cup race

Rediff.com19 Nov 2019

India are virtually knocked out of the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifying round after losing 0-1 to Oman, in Muscat, on Tuesday.

Dilpreet 'tricks' India to big win against Oman

Dilpreet 'tricks' India to big win against Oman

Rediff.com19 Oct 2018

Young striker Dilpreet Singh scored a hat-trick as India crushed Oman 11-0.

Indian national killed in mosque shooting in Muscat

Indian national killed in mosque shooting in Muscat

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

An Indian national was among six people killed in a rare shooting attack by Islamic State militant group near a Shia Muslim mosque in Oman's capital.

In Oman, PM Modi slams Congress for misgovernance

In Oman, PM Modi slams Congress for misgovernance

Rediff.com12 Feb 2018

The PM held wide-ranging talks with the Sultan of Oman and signed eight agreements, including pacts on cooperation in the field of defence, health and tourism.

Bhumi's Selfie Game

Bhumi's Selfie Game

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

Vaani's cute Nimrat goes on holiday...Alaya gets the blues...

PM Modi arrives in Oman on two-day visit

PM Modi arrives in Oman on two-day visit

Rediff.com11 Feb 2018

India and Oman have thriving links rooted in centuries old people-to-people exchanges, Modi had said.

India hold Oman to goalless draw in closed door game

India hold Oman to goalless draw in closed door game

Rediff.com27 Dec 2018

India finished their preparations for the upcoming Asian Cup Football Championship by holding a superior Oman to a goalless draw in their final warm-up game, in Abu Dhabi, on Thursday.

Crackdown On Illegal Travel Agents Begins

Crackdown On Illegal Travel Agents Begins

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

Enforcement Directorate officials said on Friday they are probing a 'complex network' of agents and facilitators in India, Canada and the US who help Indians illegally enter the US via 'bogus' admissions in Canadian colleges.

ICC hands 7-year ban to Oman player for match-fixing

ICC hands 7-year ban to Oman player for match-fixing

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

Oman's Yousuf Abdulrahim Al Balushi has been banned from cricket for seven years due to match-fixing offences, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Monday. Al Balushi was found guilty of breaching the ICC Anti-Corruption Code on four counts relating to Twenty20 World Cup qualifiers held in the United Arab Emirates last year.

Cyclone Asna leaves no major impact on Gujarat

Cyclone Asna leaves no major impact on Gujarat

Rediff.com31 Aug 2024

Cyclone Asna, formed over the coast of Kutch in Gujarat earlier during the day, has moved into the Arabian sea towards Oman without leaving any major impact on the region, officials said on Friday evening.

Indian working in Oman goes missing

Indian working in Oman goes missing

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

Relatives of John Philip have informed the Kerala CM and the external affairs minister that they suspect it to be a case of abduction.

Lashkar's Oman connection

Lashkar's Oman connection

Rediff.com1 Jun 2009

Ali Abdul Azeez, a Lashkar-e-Tayiba operative arrested in Oman, is suspected of involvement in the 26/11 attacks. Suspected of part-financing Lashkar activities in India, Azeez, who has been sentenced to life by an Omani court for plotting terror strikes in Muscat, will be an important source of information for Indian investigators.

Sunil Joshi appointed Oman's spin-bowling coach

Sunil Joshi appointed Oman's spin-bowling coach

Rediff.com19 Dec 2015

Former Indian spinner Sunil Joshi has been appointed as the Oman's spin-bowling coach ahead of the middle-eastern country's maiden World Twenty20 campaign in India next year.

India draw with Oman

India draw with Oman

Rediff.com18 Nov 2004

India held Oman to a goalless draw in the Asian Zone Group 3 tie of the Asian 2006 football World Cup qualifiers.

The 2024 T20 World Cup Schedule

The 2024 T20 World Cup Schedule

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

The T20 World Cup 2024 Schedule.

China's World Cup dream collapses, Iran qualifies

China's World Cup dream collapses, Iran qualifies

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Coach Branko Ivankovic insisted China's World Cup qualifying campaign was still alive despite back-to-back losses to Saudi Arabia and Australia over the last five days leaving them bottom of Asian qualifying Group C.

RIL bags gas block in Oman

RIL bags gas block in Oman

Rediff.com12 Nov 2007

Reliance Exploration and Production DMCC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of RIL, has signed contract for Block 41. The block lies adjacent to Block 18 in Gulf of Oman, which the Government of Sultanate of Oman awarded to RIL in 2005. Block 18 is situated in the offshore Gulf of Oman between Block 41 and the border with the Fujuriah offshore block. The two blocks comprises approximately 21,000 sq km of area each.

Two Indians found dead in Oman

Two Indians found dead in Oman

Rediff.com22 Jul 2014

Two Indians, including a 31-year-old mother, were found dead under mysterious circumstances in Oman, a media report said on Tuesday.

Marsh-led Australia chase history at T20 World Cup

Marsh-led Australia chase history at T20 World Cup

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Australia might experiment in the group stage to find their best XI. Leg-spinner Adam Zampa will play a crucial role while left-arm spinner Ashton Agar is also expected to be in the mix.

Oman too good for India

Oman too good for India

Rediff.com31 Mar 2004

India lost the Asia Zone Group 3 World Cup football qualifying league 1-5.

MTNL eyeing Oman, Benin markets

MTNL eyeing Oman, Benin markets

Rediff.com20 Feb 2004

After Mauritius and Kenya, Mahanagar Telecom Nigam Ltd is exploring overseas markets like Benin and Oman to expand its operations.

FIH to revive India-Pakistan hockey series?

FIH to revive India-Pakistan hockey series?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

It has been 18 years since arch-rivals India and Pakistan have locked horns in a bilateral hockey Test series.

Oman and Afghanistan grab final World Twenty20 spots

Oman and Afghanistan grab final World Twenty20 spots

Rediff.com24 Jul 2015

Oman's fairytale rise as a cricket nation continued Thursday when they qualified for next year's World Twenty20 in India.

Reliance withdraws from Oman oil block

Reliance withdraws from Oman oil block

Rediff.com23 Aug 2011

The decision follows an exploratory drilling campaign that failed to unearth any significant prospects, the Oman Daily Observer report said.