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IPL 2024 gets high-tech umpiring with new 'smart replay' system

IPL 2024 gets high-tech umpiring with new 'smart replay' system

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

8 of Hawk-Eye's high-speed cameras are spread over the ground, and two Hawk-Eye operators will be seated in the same room as the TV umpire, providing him with images obtained by them as part of the Smart Replay System.

The Lives PSU Bankers Lead

The Lives PSU Bankers Lead

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

A peek into the life of a public-sector banker who did well professionally, but paid a price for it, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

After Hudhud, Vizag hit by shortage of essential commodities

After Hudhud, Vizag hit by shortage of essential commodities

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

After cyclone Hudhud wreaked havoc in Vizag, also called the 'city of destiny', citizens continued to scramble for essential commodities on third day on Tuesday with no signs of immediate restoration of electricity and communication while their sufferings being exacerbated by seemingly tardy response by agencies concerned.

Siraj Must Play Rajkot Test

Siraj Must Play Rajkot Test

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

'With the reverse swinging creating opportunities for wickets for the seamers, and with the way England have played the finger spinners, India might stick to two seam bowlers and a finger spinner making way.'

How Bumrah stole the show with a masterclass in swing

How Bumrah stole the show with a masterclass in swing

Rediff.com11 Feb 2024

Real show stealer was Boomball: Ashwin lauds Bumrah's Himalayan feat

Explore India's 10 Lesser Known Beaches

Explore India's 10 Lesser Known Beaches

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

With clean blue waters and golden-white sands, these super beaches have a magic that is hard to keep away from.

In Bumrah's absence, Akash Deep in line for coveted Test cap

In Bumrah's absence, Akash Deep in line for coveted Test cap

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

Uncapped pace bowler Akash Deep has emerged as the frontrunner to partner Mohammed Siraj in the fourth Test against England after he was seen sweating it out during optional training in Ranchi on Thursday.

Gas leak from Vizag chemical plant kills 11, affects 1,000

Gas leak from Vizag chemical plant kills 11, affects 1,000

Rediff.com7 May 2020

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy announced an ex gratia payment of Rs 1 crore each to the kin of those killed in the incident.

'A trend has started to emerge': Shah on players skipping domestic cricket for IPL

'A trend has started to emerge': Shah on players skipping domestic cricket for IPL

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

BCCI secretary Jay Shah has opined that centrally-contracted India players should play domestic cricket to make themselves available for the selection for the national team.

'APIs are a very strategic part of Biocon's business'

'APIs are a very strategic part of Biocon's business'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2024

'There is no reason why we should break this business up.'

'Fearless cricket': The secret of Jaiswal's success!

'Fearless cricket': The secret of Jaiswal's success!

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

Yashasvi Jaiswal said being 'fearless' while playing his natural game is his mantra for success.

Modi Bluster Missing From Budget

Modi Bluster Missing From Budget

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

With the reality of coalition politics staring the BJP in its face, this was inevitable, points out Ramesh Menon.

HPCL to invest $1.5 bn in Vizag petrochem plant

HPCL to invest $1.5 bn in Vizag petrochem plant

Rediff.com26 Feb 2007

Public sector Hindustan Petroleum Corporation is planning to invest $1.5 billion in its petrochemical complex project, featuring refinery, naphtha cracker and aromatic plant.

More than me, I am happy for my father: Sarfaraz

More than me, I am happy for my father: Sarfaraz

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

Sarfaraz Khan made a dream debut, scoring 62 off 66 balls before he was unfortunately run out on Day 1 of the third Test in Rajkot.

KL Rahul added to India squad for second Test in Vizag

KL Rahul added to India squad for second Test in Vizag

Rediff.com15 Nov 2016

Karnataka opening batsman KL Rahul, who scored a century in the Ranji Trophy, has been added to the Indian squad for the second Test against England, starting in Visakhapatnam, on Thursday.

Kolkata Firms Who Bought Electoral Bonds

Kolkata Firms Who Bought Electoral Bonds

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

Trinamool Congress is the second highest recipient of political donations through electoral bonds.

I don't like Shubman Gill batting at No. 3: Father Lakhwinder

I don't like Shubman Gill batting at No. 3: Father Lakhwinder

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

Shubman Gill's first coach and father, Lakhwinder, says his son stepping out to the bowlers again has allowed him to get back among the runs.

Parthiv Patel reveals surprising pick for Iyer's vacant spot

Parthiv Patel reveals surprising pick for Iyer's vacant spot

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

Parthiv reckoned that Sarfaraz Khan will get the nod ahead of Devdutt Padikkal for the vacant Shreyas Iyer's position.

Has Gill been given the long rope?

Has Gill been given the long rope?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

'...it's been Shubman Gill, who's been moving from the opener's slot, and he himself wanted to bat at No. 3.'

Some foreign returnees untraceable in Vizag amid Omicron fears

Some foreign returnees untraceable in Vizag amid Omicron fears

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

"Protocol is very clear. Once any international traveller test positive, apart from following the routine protocol of containment and treatment, we are sending their samples to genome sequencing," said Mallikarjuna.

Won't say anything about Jaiswal now: Rohit Sharma

Won't say anything about Jaiswal now: Rohit Sharma

Rediff.com18 Feb 2024

India skipper Rohit Sharma on Sunday credited the young and inexperienced members of his side for their role in delivering the team's biggest ever Test win, in terms of runs, in Rajkot on Sunday.

Vizag stadium set to host third India-Sri Lanka T20

Vizag stadium set to host third India-Sri Lanka T20

Rediff.com9 Feb 2016

Preparations are underway in Visakhapatnam for the third T20 cricket match between India and Sri Lanka on February 14 and tickets will be sold to spectators from February 11.

Bring ex-naval officials back, they went to Qatar for livelihood: Kin to govt

Bring ex-naval officials back, they went to Qatar for livelihood: Kin to govt

Rediff.com27 Oct 2023

He said it has already been 14 months since the former Naval officers were incarcerated in the West Asian country, and demanded to know how long it would take to repatriate them.

Pink City Turns Yellow For Dhoni!

Pink City Turns Yellow For Dhoni!

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

The pink city of Jaipur turned yellow as local fans came out in large numbers to cheer for Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

'We believe we can chase anything'

'We believe we can chase anything'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

The opening batter felt the surface is a lot better than the turner in Hyderabad and it was just the brilliance of Jasprit Bumrah that made the difference.

IBM picks Surat, Allahabad, Vizag for smart cities project

IBM picks Surat, Allahabad, Vizag for smart cities project

Rediff.com12 May 2015

IBM has chosen Surat, Allahabad and Vizag among 16 global locations for its smart cities programme.

PIX: Bumrah's swing masterclass puts India in box seat

PIX: Bumrah's swing masterclass puts India in box seat

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

'You have to have a plan and use every delivery wisely. I was very happy to execute it today and happy to contribute on that pitch.'

India can win Tests on any pitch: Rohit Sharma

India can win Tests on any pitch: Rohit Sharma

Rediff.com18 Feb 2024

Skipper Rohit Sharma stressed on the Indian team's ability to win games on any surface including rank turners, following its record 434-run win over England on a flat track in Rajkot on Sunday.

'I told ya, I'd make a bowler out of ya'

'I told ya, I'd make a bowler out of ya'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

'To also have the benefit of Joe's bowling out here is obviously massive. I'm surprised he's not actually mentioned he's nipped above me, but I think we're just two people who don't really care about stuff like that.'

Our responsibility isn't over yet: Emotional rail min

Our responsibility isn't over yet: Emotional rail min

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

The first train on the section where the accident happened in Balasore started its journey at around 10.40 pm on Sunday, 51 hours after the horrific crash which killed 275 people, officials said.

A Tale Of 2 Halves: SKY And Inglis Show!

A Tale Of 2 Halves: SKY And Inglis Show!

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

With batters dominating the proceedings, India opened the T20I series against Australia with a thrilling two wicket win.

Torpedo recovery vessel sinks near Vizag; 1 dead, 4 missing

Torpedo recovery vessel sinks near Vizag; 1 dead, 4 missing

Rediff.com6 Nov 2014

A Torpedo Recovery Vessel of the Indian Navy sunk off the Visakhapatnam coast on Thursday during a naval exercise, killing one sailor while four others went missing.

2nd Test: Mindset, technical changes imperative for India batters

2nd Test: Mindset, technical changes imperative for India batters

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

After England tore the prediction books for an epochal 28-run victory in Hyderabad in the first Test, India now find themselves in a tight space, mentally and technically, ahead of the second match starting in four days in Visakhapatnam.

Major fire at HPCL refinery in Vizag kills 2 workers

Major fire at HPCL refinery in Vizag kills 2 workers

Rediff.com23 Aug 2013

The fire broke out at 4 pm and was brought under control after some time. The exact cause of the accident could not be ascertained, HPCL officials said.

Enjoy theatre of playing against India: Stokes ahead of 100th Test

Enjoy theatre of playing against India: Stokes ahead of 100th Test

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

England captain Ben Stokes tried hard to be self-effacing on the eve of his 100th Test appearance, saying "milestones are what they are" but he is looking forward to the "theatre" that would come with playing the marquee game against a star-studded India.

35 boats gutted in massive fire at Visakhapatnam harbour

35 boats gutted in massive fire at Visakhapatnam harbour

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

The fire broke out in an area near the Visakhapatnam Container Terminal and an Indian Oil Corporation facility where fishing boats were anchored.

Kohli's absence gives England an edge in Test series

Kohli's absence gives England an edge in Test series

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

'...Virat adds to the quality of any contest because he is such a wonderful player who brings fire, passion, competitiveness and great fan following to the sport. But personal matters always take preference over cricketing matters.'

Making Drones For India's Villages

Making Drones For India's Villages

Rediff.com16 May 2024

'From our survey we found that there was a problem in the agricultural sector and drones could solve the problem.'

No second leakage in Vizag: NDRF DG

No second leakage in Vizag: NDRF DG

Rediff.com8 May 2020

Pradhan also asserted that the fumes that were seen coming out was a 'technical' issue and there was no need to panic.