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Bizarre! Man locks up fans of Indian soccer team in bird cage

Bizarre! Man locks up fans of Indian soccer team in bird cage

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

In the viral video, the man, brandishing a stick, is seen sitting and talking to several workers locked up in a bird cage.

Consular access granted to Christian Michel

Consular access granted to Christian Michel

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

The British high commission had sought consular access to Michel after he was arrested in the first week of December.

IL&FS to file bankruptcy for its offshore firms in UAE

IL&FS to file bankruptcy for its offshore firms in UAE

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

A tribunal consented with the decision of the newly constituted board of the IL&FS and observed that the initiation of bankruptcy proceedings was the best option for the two firms.

Indonesia, Saudi, UAE and Afghanistan condemn BJP leader's remarks on Prophet

Indonesia, Saudi, UAE and Afghanistan condemn BJP leader's remarks on Prophet

Rediff.com7 Jun 2022

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its condemnation and denunciation of the statements made by the BJP spokesperson, saying it insulted Prophet Muhammad.

Youthful India will prove handful in Asian Cup, reckons Chhetri

Youthful India will prove handful in Asian Cup, reckons Chhetri

Rediff.com3 Jan 2019

'We are a team who hate to lose, and we have proven it in recent times. We are working as per the plan'

Pakistan recognition for Israel in exchange for F-35 jets?

Pakistan recognition for Israel in exchange for F-35 jets?

Rediff.com1 Sep 2020

It is well known that Israel would welcome a diplomatic relationship with Pakistan and feelings of a section of the Pakistani military were likewise.

IPL franchises stay positive despite financial hit from COVID-19

IPL franchises stay positive despite financial hit from COVID-19

Rediff.com31 Aug 2020

Capitals Chairman Parth Jindal said the BCCI should look at compensating the franchises.

Australia add leg-spinner Labuschagne for Sydney Test

Australia add leg-spinner Labuschagne for Sydney Test

Rediff.com30 Dec 2018

The Queensland all-rounder offers another slow bowling option with his leg-spin at the Sydney Cricket Ground, traditionally Australia's most spin-friendly wicket.

Will Australia agree to tour Pakistan in 2019?

Will Australia agree to tour Pakistan in 2019?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2018

Most cricket nations have avoided touring Pakistan since 2009 when gunmen attacked a bus carrying Sri Lankan cricketers, injuring six players.

Chhetri wants to set example for teammates at Asian Cup

Chhetri wants to set example for teammates at Asian Cup

Rediff.com19 Dec 2018

Chhetri is the lone surviving member of the 2011 team who lost all three group games in Qatar but the 34-year-old is determined to make a mark in what is potentially his final appearance in the continent's biggest tournament next month.

VVIP chopper case: Court extends CBI custody of Michel by 4 more days

VVIP chopper case: Court extends CBI custody of Michel by 4 more days

Rediff.com15 Dec 2018

Michel was arrested in the United Arab Emirates and extradited to India on December 4.

Southee's prophecy comes true as SL struggle on Day 1

Southee's prophecy comes true as SL struggle on Day 1

Rediff.com15 Dec 2018

Tim Southee's prophecy before the start of the first Test against Sri Lanka came true on the opening day of the match as he took his eighth five-wicket haul at the Basin Reserve on Saturday.

Dubai Test: Pakistan beat England, lead series 1-0

Dubai Test: Pakistan beat England, lead series 1-0

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

Pakistan overcame belligerent resistance from England's tail-enders to win the second Test by 178 runs on Monday after bowling out the visitors for 312 with 6.3 overs remaining on the final day.

'Big show' Maxwell chooses county cricket over IPL. Here's why...

'Big show' Maxwell chooses county cricket over IPL. Here's why...

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

The hard-hitting 30-year-old played the last of his seven Tests against Bangladesh in September 2017 and missed out on a spot in the squad for the ongoing four-match series against India.

Mika Singh arrested in UAE for harassing teenaged model

Mika Singh arrested in UAE for harassing teenaged model

Rediff.com7 Dec 2018

The model lodged a complaint that the singer has sent her inappropriate pictures.

Youth Congress expels leader for appearing as Michel's counsel

Youth Congress expels leader for appearing as Michel's counsel

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

In a statement, the Youth Congress said Joseph represented Michel in his personal capacity and did not consult the party before appearing in the case.

Aus v India: Mitch Marsh DROPPED for first Test

Aus v India: Mitch Marsh DROPPED for first Test

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

Australia vice-captain and all-rounder Mitchell Marsh has been dropped for the first Test against India as selectors backed the team's three specialist seamers to bowl a full workload at Adelaide Oval.

Medals Table: Tokyo Paralympics

Medals Table: Tokyo Paralympics

Rediff.com5 Sep 2021

The medals tally at the Paralympic Games in Tokyo.

COVID-19: Russia registers virus vaccine, Putin's daughter given it

COVID-19: Russia registers virus vaccine, Putin's daughter given it

Rediff.com11 Aug 2020

The president also said one of his daughters has been given a shot of the COVID-19 vaccination. "One of my daughters got vaccinated. In fact, she took part in an experiment. After the first vaccination, she had a [body] temperature of 38 degrees [Celcius, 100 degrees Fahrenheit], the next day slightly higher than 37 [degrees], that's all," he said.

England appoint Jayawardene as batting consultant

England appoint Jayawardene as batting consultant

Rediff.com16 Sep 2015

Former Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene has been appointed as the England's batting consultant on Tuesday for the upcoming three-match Test series against Pakistan in the United Arab Emirates.

Racism to be punished with points deductions

Racism to be punished with points deductions

Rediff.com21 Nov 2018

Football fans worldwide back points deductions for racism at matches

India 'taking no prisoners' against Australia, says Shastri

India 'taking no prisoners' against Australia, says Shastri

Rediff.com18 Nov 2018

India's head coach Ravi Shastri says his side will take no prisoners in their upcoming Test series against Australia, who are still formidable opponents despite results going against them in the wake of the ball-tampering scandal.

Salute India's Greatest Sailor!

Salute India's Greatest Sailor!

Rediff.com29 Apr 2023

Retired from the Indian Navy, his passage in the Golden Globe Race wasn't easy. Although he kept himself in the basket of race leaders, the position revealed little of what he was actually enduring. Shyam Menon captures the drama of Abhilash Tomy's incredible solo voyage across the world.

Former Sri Lanka player Lokuhettige charged with corruption

Former Sri Lanka player Lokuhettige charged with corruption

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

The 38-year-old, who played nine one-dayers and two Twenty20 internationals for Sri Lanka, has been charged with three counts of breaching the anti-corruption code of the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB), the global governing body said.

This year's IPL could be a big hit with advertisers

This year's IPL could be a big hit with advertisers

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

'That it is happening in the second half of the year, during the festive season, will only encourage many to step up advertising.'

All hail the new champions of Asia

All hail the new champions of Asia

Rediff.com11 Nov 2018

Kashima claimed their first continental title with a gutsy scoreless draw against Persepolis at the imposing Azadi Stadium

India, Kohli remain perched atop ICC Test Rankings

India, Kohli remain perched atop ICC Test Rankings

Rediff.com1 Nov 2018

Skipper Virat Kohli and his Indian team maintained their respective top positions in the latest ICC Test rankings published on Thursday.

Indo-Pak ties need Imran's reverse swing

Indo-Pak ties need Imran's reverse swing

Rediff.com1 Nov 2018

Former India wicketkeeper-batsman Farokh Engineer has urged Pakistan's captain-turned-Prime Minister Imran Khan to use his political clout and restore bilateral Test cricket between the arch-rivals.

England to face Pakistan in UAE

England to face Pakistan in UAE

Rediff.com23 Jul 2015

England will play three Tests against Pakistan in the United Arab Emirates in October and November this year, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said on Thursday.

In first, Israeli anthem plays in Abu Dhabi

In first, Israeli anthem plays in Abu Dhabi

Rediff.com28 Oct 2018

The Israeli sports minister fought back tears as the country's judo team won gold in a tournament in the United Arab Emirates on Sunday, prompting Israel's national anthem to be played in a country that does not formally recognise it.

IPL 2020 to be held from Sept 19 to Nov 8

IPL 2020 to be held from Sept 19 to Nov 8

Rediff.com24 Jul 2020

While there were speculations that IPL will start from September 26, the BCCI decided to advance it by a week in order to ensure that the Indian team's tour of Australia is not jeopardised.

Out-of-form Marsh gets Chappell backing to keep spot in squad for India series

Out-of-form Marsh gets Chappell backing to keep spot in squad for India series

Rediff.com26 Oct 2018

The 35-year-old Marsh has borne the brunt of the criticism of Australia's batting woes in their recently completed Tests against Pakistan in the United Arab Emirates after he scored a total of 14 runs in four innings.

Will IPL consider broadcasters' demand?

Will IPL consider broadcasters' demand?

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

BCCI is planning aggressively to have an IPL in the United Arab Emirates provided the central government green-lights their request for a shift due to the rising cases of COVID-19.

2022 World Cup in Qatar will be best ever, says FIFA boss

2022 World Cup in Qatar will be best ever, says FIFA boss

Rediff.com24 Oct 2018

FIFA president Gianni Infantino hailed Qatar's progress on infrastructure ahead of its 2022 World Cup and said the tournament is poised to be the best one yet.

Will Khawaja recover in time for India Tests?

Will Khawaja recover in time for India Tests?

Rediff.com24 Oct 2018

His loss for even part of the series would be a huge blow to a team already missing so much batting experience because of the Cape Town ball-tampering scandal.

Qatar World Cup: A showcase for political tensions

Qatar World Cup: A showcase for political tensions

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

Pro-Palestinian sympathies among fans have also spilt into stadiums as four Arab teams compete

Will IPL replace postponed T20 World Cup?

Will IPL replace postponed T20 World Cup?

Rediff.com20 Jul 2020

The International Cricket Council on Monday postponed the T20 World Cup in Australia owing to the COVID-19 pandemic, a long-anticipated decision which paves the way for the BCCI to organise the IPL during the October-November window.

2nd Test PIX: Pakistan in control after Abbas wrecks Australia batting

2nd Test PIX: Pakistan in control after Abbas wrecks Australia batting

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

Having dismissed Australia for a paltry 145 in their first innings, Pakistan stretched their lead to a daunting 281 by stumps on day two with Zaman's 66 and an unbeaten 54 by Ali taking them to 144-2.

Aus to play UAE in one-off T20I as warm-up before Pak series

Aus to play UAE in one-off T20I as warm-up before Pak series

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

Australia and Pakistan are currently playing the second match of a two-Test series in the UAE, with Tim Paine's side seeking their first series win in Asia since 2011 after a battling draw in the last match.

2nd Test: Pakistan reclaim advantage after Lyon wreaks havoc

2nd Test: Pakistan reclaim advantage after Lyon wreaks havoc

Rediff.com16 Oct 2018

The tourists were left on 20-2 after seven overs going into the second day.