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Will Nawaz Sharif's return as PM normalise India-Pak ties?

Will Nawaz Sharif's return as PM normalise India-Pak ties?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

Pakistan-India bilateral relations remained frozen for the fourth year over the vexed Kashmir issue but analysts hope the strained ties could be repaired if Nawaz Sharif becomes the prime minister for a record fourth time in the general elections in February in the absence of his main challenger Imran Khan who is in jail in multiple cases.

'Securing release of ex navy men will be tough'

'Securing release of ex navy men will be tough'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

'Instead of shouting at cricket matches, why don't we raise our voices for the release of the Indian Navy veterans in Qatar?'

Zaka Ashraf set to return as PCB chief

Zaka Ashraf set to return as PCB chief

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

PCB's interim chief Najam Sethi said he will not seek a permanent position in the PCB after pulling out of the race to be its next chairman.

NIA hot on trail of PFI trainer Yakoob, raids 25 spots in 3 states

NIA hot on trail of PFI trainer Yakoob, raids 25 spots in 3 states

Rediff.com31 May 2023

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday conducted raids at about 25 locations in Karnataka, Kerala and Bihar in the Popular Front of India (PFI) Phulwarisharif case.

Ashes controversy: Moeen fined for using drying spray

Ashes controversy: Moeen fined for using drying spray

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

Ali admitted the offence and accepted the sanction proposed by Andy Pycroft of the ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees

Every citizen has right to hold passport: Delhi HC

Every citizen has right to hold passport: Delhi HC

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

Every citizen has a legal right to hold a passport and authorities cannot refuse to renew it merely on an apprehension that the earlier passports might have been misused, the Delhi high court has said.

Jemimah nominated for ICC 'Player of the Month' award

Jemimah nominated for ICC 'Player of the Month' award

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

Rodrigues was one of the pillars of the Indian team that went all the way into the finals of the Commonwealth Games

In Pakistan, blasphemy is now terrorism

In Pakistan, blasphemy is now terrorism

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

Succumbing to the demands of a radical Islamist party, the Pakistan government has agreed to try blasphemy suspects under terrorism charges in addition to the other sections of the country's penal code.

PHOTOS: Rain upsets KKR; PBKS win by 7 runs

PHOTOS: Rain upsets KKR; PBKS win by 7 runs

Rediff.com1 Apr 2023

Images from the IPL 2023 match between Punjab Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders in Mohali on Saturday.

Khalistani terrorist Paramjit Panjwar shot dead in Lahore

Khalistani terrorist Paramjit Panjwar shot dead in Lahore

Rediff.com6 May 2023

Panjwar, 63 was involved in drug and weapons smuggling and was designated as a terrorist under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act in July 2020.

IPL 2024: How The 10 Teams Stack Up!

IPL 2024: How The 10 Teams Stack Up!

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

How the IPL teams have shaped up after the auction.

The Freelancer Review: Yet Another Version Of The Kerala Story

The Freelancer Review: Yet Another Version Of The Kerala Story

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

The Freelancer has been made with workman-like efficiency, but the subject of Islamic terrorism could do with a break, points out Deepa Gahlot.

3 killed as bus on way to Modi's rally in Raipur hits truck

3 killed as bus on way to Modi's rally in Raipur hits truck

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

Prima facie, the bus driver could not clearly see the stationary truck parked on the roadside due to heavy rainfall, as a result of which the bus rammed into it from the rear side, he said.

How Not To Chase A Target

How Not To Chase A Target

Rediff.com29 Apr 2023

The batters never really looked like they were going hard enough for the target and seemed more focused on mitigating the damage to their net run rate.

West Indies' World Cup hopes take a blow after Dutch loss

West Indies' World Cup hopes take a blow after Dutch loss

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Zimbabwe captain Sean Williams bludgeoned 174 to set up a 304-run victory for his side in their ODI World Cup Qualifier against the United States.

Ever Seen Imran In A Wheelchair?

Ever Seen Imran In A Wheelchair?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

After he was shot in the leg during his long march in Wazirabad, Imran, now a former prime minister and scourge of Pakistan's current government and generals, spewed fire from his wheelchair at the Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital in Lahore, which old timers will recall he set up after leading Pakistan to its only World Cup title.

Turning Point: Andre Russell's Wicket

Turning Point: Andre Russell's Wicket

Rediff.com2 Apr 2023

Kolkata needed 62 from 32 balls when Curran dismissed an on-song Russell in the 15th over.

FIFA World Cup balls made in Pakistan village

FIFA World Cup balls made in Pakistan village

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

Pakistan is playing a big part in the soccer World Cup by making the balls

Punjab sweat on Dhawan's injury ahead of RCB clash

Punjab sweat on Dhawan's injury ahead of RCB clash

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

Punjab Kings would be sweating over skipper Shikhar Dhawan's injury at a time when they need all their firepower against Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Imran Khan Heads Home From Hospital

Imran Khan Heads Home From Hospital

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

Imran Khan, who underwent surgery for bullet injuries, has been discharged from hospital.

Onus on Dhawan to take Punjab Kings across finish line

Onus on Dhawan to take Punjab Kings across finish line

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

Punjab went into the 2023 mini auction with the maximum purse and spent most of their money on England all-rounder Sam Curran, making him the costliest buy in IPL history at Rs 18.50 crore.

IPL 2024: Full list of released, retained and traded players

IPL 2024: Full list of released, retained and traded players

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

Full list of players released, retained and traded by all ten teams in the IPL.

Dre Russ Rocks Eden Gardens

Dre Russ Rocks Eden Gardens

Rediff.com9 May 2023

Russell's explosive 42 runs off 23 balls was a game-changer.

IPL 2023: Injury-hit KKR, PBKS look to make positive start

IPL 2023: Injury-hit KKR, PBKS look to make positive start

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

On paper, though, PBKS looks a tad more stronger than KKR.

Zimbabwe beat Netherlands to book T20 WC berth

Zimbabwe beat Netherlands to book T20 WC berth

Rediff.com17 Jul 2022

Zimbabwe's first match will take place on the second day of the competition against fellow qualifier Ireland in Hobart on October 17.

T20 World Cup: Shadab MVP; SKY 2nd!

T20 World Cup: Shadab MVP; SKY 2nd!

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji list the Most Valuable Players in T20 World Cup 2022.

T20 World Cup: The Biggest Upsets

T20 World Cup: The Biggest Upsets

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

Three major upsets that highlighted this World Cup.

PHOTOS: Samson, Thakur lead India to five-wicket win in 2nd ODI

PHOTOS: Samson, Thakur lead India to five-wicket win in 2nd ODI

Rediff.com20 Aug 2022

IMAGES from the 2nd ODI played between Zimbabwe and India in Harare on Saturday.

How Rajput transformed Zimbabwe cricket in 4 years

How Rajput transformed Zimbabwe cricket in 4 years

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

'My dream was to see them qualify for the T20 World Cup in Australia. This is like icing on the cake'

Australia steamroll Zimbabwe in second ODI

Australia steamroll Zimbabwe in second ODI

Rediff.com31 Aug 2022

Mitchell Starc and Adam Zampa collected three wickets apiece in Australia's eight-wicket demolition of Zimbabwe on Wednesday, giving the home side an unassailable 2-0 series lead from the second One-Day International at Riverway Stadium in Townsville.

How Gill's maiden ton propelled India to series win

How Gill's maiden ton propelled India to series win

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

Gill hammered 130 runs off 97 balls as India recovered from a slow start

'China Murdabad'

'China Murdabad'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2022

Protests in Mumbai and Jammu denounce the Chinese government after Chinese soldiers clashed with Indian troops in Arunachal Pradesh.

Top 10 Picks At IPL 2023 Auction

Top 10 Picks At IPL 2023 Auction

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

It is that time of the year when cricketers from around the world wait with bathed breath as their names come up at the Indian Premier League auction.

Afghanistan ease past Zimbabwe in first T20I

Afghanistan ease past Zimbabwe in first T20I

Rediff.com12 Jun 2022

Fine knocks from Hazratullah Zazai (45) and Najibullah Zadran (44 not out) powered Afghanistan to a six-wicket victory over Zimbabwe in the first T20 International of the three-match series in Harare on Saturday.

Experimental India set for Zimbabwe ODI series sweep

Experimental India set for Zimbabwe ODI series sweep

Rediff.com21 Aug 2022

Having done exceedingly well to not just turn up but run roughshod over a hapless Zimbabwe on all fronts in the preceding two One-Day Internationals, India goes into the third and final match of the series knowing well that the script is unlikely to change when the teams meet again at the Harare Sports Complex on Monday.

IPL 2023: 'Some are not as powerful but have skill'

IPL 2023: 'Some are not as powerful but have skill'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2023

Following their narrow loss to the Punjab Kings, Lucknow Super Giants skipper KL Rahul said they were around 10 runs short.

PBKS 'definitely underperformed', says batting coach Jaffer

PBKS 'definitely underperformed', says batting coach Jaffer

Rediff.com20 May 2023

Punjab Kings batting coach Wasim Jaffer was left frustrated with the performance of his bowlers, saying they "didn't live up to the expectations" this IPL season.

Imran Khan's 3-year sentence suspended by Islamabad HC

Imran Khan's 3-year sentence suspended by Islamabad HC

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

The judges reserved the verdict on Monday after the rival lawyers concluded their arguments on the suspension of the three-year sentence handed down to the 70-year-old PTI chairman by Additional District and Session Judge, Islamabad, Humayun Dilawar on August 5.

IPL 2023: Punjab, Rajasthan in battle to stay alive

IPL 2023: Punjab, Rajasthan in battle to stay alive

Rediff.com18 May 2023

Rajasthan Royals are better placed than Punjab Kings on the net run rate but both will have to rely on other results to advance.

'If I am called a sex symbol today, I don't care'

'If I am called a sex symbol today, I don't care'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

'I had lied to Yashji about my age. I was only 13-and-a-half, but I told him I was 18.' 'When the time came to travel to Yashji's famous Swiss shoots, I had to get a school leaving certificate.' 'When I gave Yashji the certificate, he almost fell off the chair.'