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Brilliant Stokes keeps Rajasthan in intriguing IPL playoffs race

Brilliant Stokes keeps Rajasthan in intriguing IPL playoffs race

Rediff.com31 Oct 2020

Rajasthan skipper Smith hailed Stokes as "exceptional" and said he hoped his team was peaking at the right time.

Bio-bubble woes for Australia ahead of India series?

Bio-bubble woes for Australia ahead of India series?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

Australia coach Justin Langer believes managing the mental health of his bubble-weary players will be one of his key responsibilities during the upcoming home series against India.

'Players can't stay in bubbles too long'

'Players can't stay in bubbles too long'

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

England hosted West Indies, Ireland, Pakistan and Australia after cricket's restart in July, with the teams restricted to bio-secure environments in Manchester and Southampton.

The Most FANTASTIC Pix You Will See!

The Most FANTASTIC Pix You Will See!

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

The World Photography Organisation has revealed the winners for the Sony World Photography Awards 2024.

This spectacular Dubai fountain broke the world record!

This spectacular Dubai fountain broke the world record!

Rediff.com24 Oct 2020

Adorned with over 3,000 LED lights, Dubai's only multicoloured fountain, designed with colour and brightness controls, will be open to the public all year round.

Indian team likely to commence Aus tour in Sydney

Indian team likely to commence Aus tour in Sydney

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

According to a report in ESPNCricinfo, Sydney could emerge as Indian contingent's port of entry and the city may allow them to train during their quarantine.

Players may withdraw from tours due to bubble burnout: Morgan

Players may withdraw from tours due to bubble burnout: Morgan

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

'I don't think people should look down on it and they shouldn't feel like people aren't doing their job or not committing to their country.'

Australia still negotiating India's arrival for Test series

Australia still negotiating India's arrival for Test series

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

The Indian and many of the Australian players will be coming from the United Arab Emirates, where the Indian Premier League (IPL) concludes on November 10, but CA have not yet had their plans agreed by Queensland's health department.

Saudi woman sets Guinness record, makes 'largest coffee painting'

Saudi woman sets Guinness record, makes 'largest coffee painting'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2020

She drew two giant pictures of founding fathers, King Abdulaziz bin Abdul Rahman and Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan of Saudi Arabia and the UAE respectively. Almalki used approximately 4.5 kgs of expired coffee powder. She painted all the figures in hues of brown mixing the coffee powder with water.

Fiery Ferguson shines in maiden outing in IPL

Fiery Ferguson shines in maiden outing in IPL

Rediff.com19 Oct 2020

Lockie Ferguson conceded just 15 runs from his four overs while picking up three wickets. He then bowled the Super Over and clinched two wickets in the first three deliveries as he restricted SRH to 2 runs.

Modi meets UAE Prez Sheikh Mohamed in Abu Dhabi

Modi meets UAE Prez Sheikh Mohamed in Abu Dhabi

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

'In a special gesture, UAE President and Ruler of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, accompanied by senior members of the Royal Family, was at Abu Dhabi airport for the interaction with PM'

Captain Rohit asks Mumbai to remain ruthless in strong IPL run

Captain Rohit asks Mumbai to remain ruthless in strong IPL run

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

Rohit Sharma is pleased with his team's 'clinical' performance.

Maybe I gave you a heart attack, says Gayle after KXIP win

Maybe I gave you a heart attack, says Gayle after KXIP win

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

'I thought I had it in the bag but strange things happen in cricket. It was a good innings, my first innings and now I can finish the IPL in 2020 and make myself available for 2021. I can get out of the bubble now and go.'

Geelani's grandson sacked from govt service for 'aiding terror activities'

Geelani's grandson sacked from govt service for 'aiding terror activities'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2021

With the sacking of the grandson, Anees-ul-Islam, and the teacher, Farooq Ahmed Butt, the total number of employees dismissed in the last six months has gone up to 27.

India, England out to foil Windies in T20 World Cup

India, England out to foil Windies in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com16 Oct 2021

West Indies will again rely on a hardened bunch of Twenty20 specialists as they bid to retain their World Cup title, but are set for a stern test from India, out to secure a first global trophy under Virat Kohli, and an England team bidding to become champions in two formats.

Rajasthan Royals to launch cricket academy in UAE

Rajasthan Royals to launch cricket academy in UAE

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

Rajasthan will become the first IPL franchise to start an academy in the United Arab Emirates.

Covid-19: Saudi Arabia bans flights to and from India

Covid-19: Saudi Arabia bans flights to and from India

Rediff.com23 Sep 2020

In a circular issued on Tuesday, Saudi Arabia's General Authority of Civil Aviation said it was "suspending travel to and from the following countries: (India, Brazil and Argentina) including any person who has been in any of the mentioned countries above in the last 14 days prior to their arrival to the Kingdom".

PM Modi visited 58 countries since 2015

PM Modi visited 58 countries since 2015

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

According to the details provided by Muraleedharan, the prime minister made five visits each to the United States, Russia and China, and multiple trips to some other countries like Singapore, Germany, France, Sri Lanka and the United Arab Emirates.

Hong Kong bars Air India flights after passengers test Covid positive

Hong Kong bars Air India flights after passengers test Covid positive

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

Air India passenger flights were barred from landing in Hong Kong between August 18 and August 31 after 14 passengers on its Delhi-Hong Kong flight of August 14 tested positive for COVID-19 post arrival.

Costa Rica book place at Qatar 2022 World Cup

Costa Rica book place at Qatar 2022 World Cup

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

Costa Rica edged past 10-man New Zealand 1-0 in their intercontinental playoff

IPL 2020: No stadium access for media

IPL 2020: No stadium access for media

Rediff.com18 Sep 2020

The scribes currently registered with the BCCI will continue to receive press releases and regular updates before and after every match.

IPL 2020: Watch out for these batsmen!

IPL 2020: Watch out for these batsmen!

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

While stars like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and David Warner are expected to set the stage on fire, there are other talented batsmen who want to compete with the best.

Now, Bahrain agrees to normalise relations with Israel

Now, Bahrain agrees to normalise relations with Israel

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

For decades, most Arab states have boycotted Israel, insisting they would only establish ties after the Palestinian dispute was settled.

September 1st week exports jump 13.35%, imports down 21.37%

September 1st week exports jump 13.35%, imports down 21.37%

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

India's exports during the first week of September jumped 13.35 per cent year-on-year to $ 6.12 billion, official data released on Thursday showed. At the same time, imports declined by 21.37 per cent to $ 6.85 billion. Consequently, the deficit during September 1 to 7 worked out to $ 730 million.

India among top 10 economies for FDI in 2021

India among top 10 economies for FDI in 2021

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

Foreign Direct Investment inflows to India declined $19 billion to $45 billion in 2021 but the country still remained among the top 10 global economies for FDI last year, the United Nations said on Thursday. According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) World Investment Report, flows of foreign direct investment recovered to pre-pandemic levels last year, hitting nearly $1.6 trillion. However, the prospects for this year are grimmer as global FDI in 2022 and beyond will be affected by the security and humanitarian crises caused by the Ukraine war, by macroeconomic shocks set off by the conflict, by energy and food price hikes, and by increased investor uncertainty.

Pakistan dreads becoming no-go area again after NZ snub

Pakistan dreads becoming no-go area again after NZ snub

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

After a decade spent trying to woo back cricket's international elite, Pakistan is facing the prospect of being declared the game's no-go area again, and the anger is palpable.

There is apprehension: Williamson ahead of IPL

There is apprehension: Williamson ahead of IPL

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

Kane Williamson is due to leave, on Thursday, to link up with the Hyderabad Sunrisers in the United Arab Emirates, which is hosting the tournament this year due to the growing number of infections in India.

Zampa replaces Kane Richardson in RCB squad

Zampa replaces Kane Richardson in RCB squad

Rediff.com1 Sep 2020

RCB have picked leg-spinner Adam Zampa to replace fellow Australian Kane Richardson

Aus pacer Hazlewood concerned about COVID-19 cases at CSK

Aus pacer Hazlewood concerned about COVID-19 cases at CSK

Rediff.com31 Aug 2020

Australia's Josh Hazlewood is concerned about a COVID-19 outbreak at his Indian Premier League franchise in the United Arab Emirates, the seamer said on Monday. Hazlewood is in England for Australia's limited-overs series, three Twenty20 matches in Southampton followed by three 50-over internationals in Manchester.

SEE: Watch out for these big hitters in IPL

SEE: Watch out for these big hitters in IPL

Rediff.com31 Aug 2020

The preparations for this year's Indian Premier League is gathering steam as the eight teams sweated it out in the United Arab Emirates.

Still plenty to come from De Villiers, Steyn: RCB's Hesson

Still plenty to come from De Villiers, Steyn: RCB's Hesson

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

South African stalwarts AB de Villiers and Dale Steyn still have plenty to offer at this year's Indian Premier League despite their recent lack of involvement in top-level cricket, Royal Challengers Bangalore team director Mike Hesson said.

Book directly with airlines: Aviation ministry to intl travellers

Book directly with airlines: Aviation ministry to intl travellers

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

The MoCA said on Twitter on Wednesday that it 'has designated all the airlines operating under Vande Bharat Mission & air transport bubble arrangements as designated agencies for this purpose'. 'Passengers may book tickets directly with the airlines concerned. They need not apply/register with the Ministry of Civil Aviation,' it added.

Teams may refuse to play Afghanistan at T20 World Cup: Paine

Teams may refuse to play Afghanistan at T20 World Cup: Paine

Rediff.com13 Sep 2021

Australia captain Tim Paine said the chances of their first ever test against Afghanistan going ahead are "not looking good" with the Taliban unwilling to let women play cricket and questioned why the game's governing body had remained quiet on the issue.

No-confidence motion against Kerala govt defeated by 87-40 votes

No-confidence motion against Kerala govt defeated by 87-40 votes

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

After a marathon discussion lasting nine hours, the motion was defeated with 87 members opposing it and 40 supporting in the 140-member house with two vacancies.

MHA issues SOP for international passengers

MHA issues SOP for international passengers

Rediff.com23 Aug 2020

The SOP said priority will be given to compelling cases of in distress, including migrant workers and labourers who have been laid off, short term visa holders faced with expiry of visas, persons with medical emergency/ pregnant women and elderly persons or those required to return to India due to death of family member, and students.

KL Rahul donates PPE hoods to CISF personnel

KL Rahul donates PPE hoods to CISF personnel

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

Playing the Good Samaritan, India's batting star K L Rahul donated Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) hoods to the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel posted at Bengaluru airport, to help them fight the COVID-19 pandemic.

IPL 2020: Rahane's focus on physical and mental health

IPL 2020: Rahane's focus on physical and mental health

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

The Indian players of the Delhi Capitals team arrived, in Mumbai, on Thursday, and they will be flying out for United Arab Emirates on Sunday for the league that begins on September 19.

PIX: Delhi Capitals' players assemble in Mumbai

PIX: Delhi Capitals' players assemble in Mumbai

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

Delhi Capitals players reached Mumbai in batches following all the protocols and safety measures amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ghani: Fled Kabul to save 6 million people

Ghani: Fled Kabul to save 6 million people

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

Former Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani, who fled to the United Arab Emirates before the Taliban seized power last month, on Wednesday apologised to the people for leaving the country abruptly, saying he believed it was the 'only way to keep the guns silent and save Kabul and her six million people'.

'IPL in UAE is much-needed chaos we need in our lives'

'IPL in UAE is much-needed chaos we need in our lives'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

Ravi Shastri said that UAE in 2014 had shown that it is well capable of handling a tournament of this magnitude.