News for 'west Asia'

SEE: Asian Games opens with futuristic ceremony

SEE: Asian Games opens with futuristic ceremony

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

In keeping with the main theme of 'Tides Surging in Asia', the ceremony was about the intermingling of China, Asia and the world in the new era

Coke eyes IPL

Coke eyes IPL

Rediff.com2 Feb 2019

Coca-Cola will, apart from the coming World Cup in England and Wales, feature as the exclusive non-alcoholic beverage partner at all major ICC events -- men's and women's T20 World Cups in Australia in 2020, ICC Women's World Cup 2021 in New Zealand... Also, the World Cup 2023, to be hosted by India.

K L Rahul gets nod for World Cup; Samson misses out

K L Rahul gets nod for World Cup; Samson misses out

Rediff.com3 Sep 2023

K L Rahul is set to be included in India's 15-member provisional World Cup squad, which will be announced by Tuesday.

There was great communication between us: Yashasvi thanks Rohit

There was great communication between us: Yashasvi thanks Rohit

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

India batsman Yashasvi Jaiswal thanked Rohit Sharma for talking him through his Test debut.

Time to bury past and move ahead: Pak Army chief on ties with India

Time to bury past and move ahead: Pak Army chief on ties with India

Rediff.com18 Mar 2021

Pakistani Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Thursday said that a stable relationship between India and Pakistan is key to unlocking the potential of South and Central Asia by ensuring connectivity between East and West Asia.

Will India play Jaiswal in 2nd T20I?

Will India play Jaiswal in 2nd T20I?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

For India, Suryakumar would want to get a big one in his pet format and regain a bit of confidence that has eroded because of a lean patch in the ODIs.

Night curfew: New Year parties, travel plans fizzle out

Night curfew: New Year parties, travel plans fizzle out

Rediff.com24 Dec 2020

Miffed hotels, restaurants stare at huge losses on account of advance planning for events that they now have to shelve.

It turned out to be absolutely perfect: Siraj

It turned out to be absolutely perfect: Siraj

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

With less than a month to go for the World Cup, Siraj said his spell in the Asia Cup Final would give him a lot of confidence heading into the mega event.

B Sai Sudharsan signs up for Surrey

B Sai Sudharsan signs up for Surrey

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

B Sai Sudharsan signs up for Surrey for County Championship remainder

Rahul Is 'A Delight To See'

Rahul Is 'A Delight To See'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

'He has made batting look easy.' 'When you look at his footwork and the balance, it was pretty amazing.'

Pakistan are World No 1 in ODIs

Pakistan are World No 1 in ODIs

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

Pakistan has dominated the ODI format over the last year. In 2022, they whitewashed West Indies and Netherlands 3-0 at home and away respectively. They followed this up with a 2-1 series win over New Zealand at home in January 2023.

Govt watching crude prices, will manage: Pranab

Govt watching crude prices, will manage: Pranab

Rediff.com2 Feb 2011

Concerned over a spike in crude oil prices in international markets due to turmoil in West Asia, Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee said on Wednesday the government is monitoring the situation and will manage it.

INSPIRING! Hard Times To Glory Times

INSPIRING! Hard Times To Glory Times

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

Cricketers, shaped by diverse journeys from unexpected corners of the country, serve as a testament to the power of unwavering belief.

Tilak Varma for ODI World Cup?

Tilak Varma for ODI World Cup?

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

Tilak impressed fans with his mature performances on the crease, staying at the crease during difficult situations, taking on bowlers in difficult batting conditions.

AirAsia eyes Northeast

AirAsia eyes Northeast

Rediff.com6 Jul 2014

Tony Fernandes however did not specify routes.

India may import 15 mn barrels of cheap Russian oil

India may import 15 mn barrels of cheap Russian oil

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

Taking advantage of a Russian offer to sell its crude oil cheap and bear the cost of insurance and transportation, India may import as much as 2 million tonnes (mt), or roughly 15 million barrels of crude, from the sanctioned nation in 2022, Business Standard has learnt. This comes after reports that Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) bought 3 million barrels of Russian Urals from trader Vitol for May delivery. This will be on cost, insurance and freight (CIF) model, where the seller incurs the costs and pays the freight, including insurance charges.

Bumrah to captain India in Ireland T20s; no Rohit, Kohli

Bumrah to captain India in Ireland T20s; no Rohit, Kohli

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Jasprit Bumrah has been named as India's captain for the three-match T20I series against Ireland next month.

'India should pick Varma, SKY for 2023 World Cup'

'India should pick Varma, SKY for 2023 World Cup'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Ravi Shastri believes Tilak Varma is at an advantageous position because he is a left-hander.

Jet Air lenders to submit EoIs on January 15

Jet Air lenders to submit EoIs on January 15

Rediff.com3 Jan 2020

Resolution professional, Ashish Chhawchharia, had informed the bankruptcy tribunal that two new investors had shown early interest for investing in Jet. One of them is a foreign investor from West Asia and the other is an Indian-entity-backed by a UK investor.

Rupee fall spells windfall for Kerala

Rupee fall spells windfall for Kerala

Rediff.com28 Nov 2011

The steep fall of the Rupee is not just making things scary for the Indian economy and economists.

'India needn't worry about Egypt's power-change'

'India needn't worry about Egypt's power-change'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2011

Indian Ambassador to Egypt Chinmaya Gharekhan, a former special envoy of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh for West Asia, tells Sheela Bhatt that India should welcome the changes taking place in Egypt and it should not be doubting the Muslim Brotherhood at all.

Meet India's World Cup 15

Meet India's World Cup 15

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

A look at India's 15-member squad for the World Cup.

1st T20I Vs Ireland: Pick Your Team

1st T20I Vs Ireland: Pick Your Team

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the first T20 International against Ireland on Friday?

Obama recognises India, China as new powers

Obama recognises India, China as new powers

Rediff.com22 Apr 2011

Earlier this week, Obama created controversy by targeting 'cheap healthcare' in countries like India and Mexico arguing that Americans should avail of 'high quality' treatment available in the US.

Time for players to grab their place in ODI set up

Time for players to grab their place in ODI set up

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

Considering that he will captain the T20I side, Hardik Pandya might get a breather during the ODI series.

Will the Taliban LISTEN to the Women?

Will the Taliban LISTEN to the Women?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2021

Women petition the Taliban. Talibs patrol Kabul's streets. Afghans flee into Pakistan.

'It is what it is...I keep moving forward...'

'It is what it is...I keep moving forward...'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2023

Samson was last selected to play during the tour of West Indies from July-August this year. While he scored a half-century in his last ODI and overall 60 runs in two matches, he failed to deliver during the T20I series. He scored just 32 runs in just three innings, with the best score of 13.

India keen to diversify oil exports, buy crude from US

India keen to diversify oil exports, buy crude from US

Rediff.com28 Oct 2014

The new strategy is being planned to guard against disruption in supplies from its biggest sources in West Asia -- Iraq and Syria -- as they are caught in problems relating to Islamic State movement.

Why youngsters might miss the bus in India's star-studded World Cup team

Why youngsters might miss the bus in India's star-studded World Cup team

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

Kaif highlighted the impending return of established stars like Jasprit Bumrah, Shreyas Iyer, and KL Rahul, suggesting that even cricketers of Mohammed Siraj's caliber could face an uphill battle to secure a spot in the squad.

India's Probable Squad For World Cup

India's Probable Squad For World Cup

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

A look at the players who could make it to India's provisional squad for the World Cup.

Virat Kohli's Spectacular 2023

Virat Kohli's Spectacular 2023

Rediff.com24 Dec 2023

2023 has been the year of redemption for Virat Kohli, the stalwart Indian batter.

PIX: All roads lead to Hangzhou for Asian Games Opening Ceremony

PIX: All roads lead to Hangzhou for Asian Games Opening Ceremony

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

Organisers hope a high-tech opening ceremony on Saturday will help drum up excitement for the Games. Interest at home has been muted as the economy sputters and some question the cost of hosting the mega-event.

Third T20I washed out, denies game time to young talent

Third T20I washed out, denies game time to young talent

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

The third and final T20 International between India and Ireland here on Wednesday was washed out without a ball being bowled.

Vadodara to be hub for US IT firm

Vadodara to be hub for US IT firm

Rediff.com19 Jan 2007

The company is already planning a second centre in India, most probably on the outskirts of Maharashtra, which would supplement the Vadodara centre.

Tilak - India's biggest takeaway; Kishan races ahead of Samson

Tilak - India's biggest takeaway; Kishan races ahead of Samson

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

India went on an experimentation spree in the limited overs series against the West Indies but not much came out of it except Tilak Varma emerging as a contender for a World Cup middle-order slot on the back of his exploits in the T20 series.

India vs West Indies two-Test series to kick-off in Rajkot

India vs West Indies two-Test series to kick-off in Rajkot

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

The opening Test will be held at Rajkot from October 4 to 8, followed by the second Test from October 12 to 16 at Hyderabad.

TCS' Dubai arm to cover W Asian bank customers

TCS' Dubai arm to cover W Asian bank customers

Rediff.com26 Oct 2009

The Dubai Centre, which earlier supported the capital market customers, is now geared to provide on-call services and any emergency support needed in the region to its core banking customers as well, a company statement said.

US announces $144mn in humanitarian aid for Afghans

US announces $144mn in humanitarian aid for Afghans

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

'This funding provides support directly to some of the more than 18 million vulnerable Afghans in need in the region'

Will announce new, 'inclusive' government soon: Taliban

Will announce new, 'inclusive' government soon: Taliban

Rediff.com5 Sep 2021

"Now we live in a completely independent Afghanistan. The new government will be announced very soon," said Anaamullah Samangani, a member of the Taliban's cultural commission, reported Tolo News.

Russia to deploy nukes in Belarus 'in response' to US

Russia to deploy nukes in Belarus 'in response' to US

Rediff.com26 Mar 2023

Putin said work would be completed on building storage units for tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus on July 1, a move he likened to US nuclear deployments in Europe.