Vinod Rai

Former BCCI secretary and Jharkhand association president Amitabh Choudhary dies of heart attack

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren also condoled the death of Amitabh Choudhary, adding that he played a major role in promoting cricket in the state.

Aug 16, 2022, 11:18 AM IST

Zee Digital Exclusive: BCCI controversy -- Explosive revelations in Vinod Rai's interview

Indian cricket was going through a very difficult phase after the turmoil in the IPL. In such a situation, the Supreme Court of the country had given the responsibility of handling the Indian Cricket Board to former CAG Vinod Rai. After this Vinod Rai has written a book, Not Just a Nightwatchman — My Innings in the BCCI. He has shared his experience through the book. He talked to Zee Media on this whole matter. Watch explosive revelations by Vinod Rai.

Apr 05, 2022, 17:08 PM IST

BCCI to hold AGM on December 1 in Mumbai

The Sourav Ganguly-led office bearers of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) have informed the state associations that the Annual General Meeting of the board will take place on December 1 at its Mumbai headquarters.

Nov 09, 2019, 20:23 PM IST

'Ravi Shastri has to be reappointed as head coach if CAC is found conflicted'

The Ethics Officer sent notices to the three on Saturday and has asked them to reply by October 10 after MPCA life member Sanjeev Gupta alleged that the trio is conflicted as per the Lodha Panel's proposal of one man, one post.

Sep 29, 2019, 10:34 AM IST

BCCI CEO has his way as CFO will earn more than IPL COO

A senior board official said that it was indeed sad and the message being passed is that competence no longer guarantees reward when it comes to the BCCI under the CoA.

Aug 06, 2019, 15:49 PM IST

New panel to be formed for appointment of Indian cricket team's head coach

The new CAC will be monitored by the COA and will appoint the new head coach of the Indian Cricket team.

Jul 18, 2019, 11:44 AM IST

IPL awards fiasco: Angry Diana Edulji hits out at BCCI acting president

What seemed to have irked Edulji is that Khanna presented a two-year-old email from acting secretary Amitabh Chaudhary where the former IPS officer had also written in favour of the convention being followed.

May 16, 2019, 17:15 PM IST

BCCI Ombudsman to review WV Raman's appointment as women's team coach

Former India opener Raman was appointed in December following a selection process conducted by an ad-hoc panel comprising former captain Kapil Dev, Anshuman Gaekwad and Shantha Rangaswamy. 

Apr 27, 2019, 18:46 PM IST

IPL opening ceremony funds to be donated to CRPF, Armed Forces

A sum of Rs 11 crore would be contributed to the Indian Army, Rs 7 crore to the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Rs 1 crore each to the Navy and Air Force, respectively. 

Mar 23, 2019, 17:41 PM IST

Sreesanth life ban to be discussed during COA meeting: Vinod Rai

A bench comprising of justices Ashok Bhushan and KM Joseph said that the BCCI's disciplinary committee may reconsider, within three months, the quantum of punishment to be given to Sreesanth.

Mar 15, 2019, 11:51 AM IST

IPL 2019 to start at usual prime slot of 8 pm

The afternoon matches will start at 4 pm with the second match set to start from 8 pm.

Mar 07, 2019, 19:06 PM IST

We are still seeking international ban on Pakistan: COA chief Vinod Rai

India and Pakistan are scheduled to play in the World Cup on June 16 and Rai said due process will be followed before taking a final decision. 

Mar 07, 2019, 17:53 PM IST

COA set to refer KL Rahul-Hardik Pandya matter to newly-appointed Ombudsman, BCCI snub also to be discussed

Rahul and Pandya were provisionally suspended for their sexist remarks on a popular TV show but their suspension was eventually revoked pending an inquiry.

Mar 06, 2019, 17:03 PM IST

BCCI to bear tax liability of Rs 150 crore for hosting global events, in case of non-exemption

The BCCI representatives have apparently asked for time till the completion of general elections, which has been granted by the parent body.

Mar 03, 2019, 19:20 PM IST

No IPL ceremony, funds to be allocated to families of Pulwama martyrs: CoA chief Vinod Rai

The Pulwama terror attack termed as the deadliest ever attack on security forces in Kashmir, was executed by a suicide bomber of Pakistan-backed Jaish-e-Mohammad who targetted the convoy carrying CRPF personnel on the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway. 

Feb 22, 2019, 16:44 PM IST

No decision yet on India's match against Pakistan in World Cup: CoA chief Vinod Rai

Rai also said that the CoA will be writing to the ICC expressing their concerns over the recent terror attack that took place as well the need to pay proper attention to the security of the players and officials. 

Feb 22, 2019, 15:31 PM IST

SC displeased over 'public sparring' between BCCI's CoA chief Vinod Rai, Diana Edulji

Earlier, the CoA had four members and after the resignation of historian Ramchandra Guha and banker Bikram Limaye, only two members are now left in the CoA.

Feb 21, 2019, 15:34 PM IST

BCCI should donate at least Rs 5 crore for Pulwama martyr's families: Acting president CK Khanna to COA

Khanna also requested that a two-minute silence be observed in the memory of the martyred soldiers during the opening game of the India vs Australia series as well as the IPL. 

Feb 17, 2019, 15:54 PM IST

BCCI announces cash reward of Rs 20 lakh each for selectors

Following the Indian men’s cricket team historic Test series win in Australia, the team also captured their first-ever bilateral ODI series win Down Under by 2-1. 

Jan 22, 2019, 15:07 PM IST

CoA chief Vinod Rai wants 'quick inquiry' into Hardik Pandya-KL Rahul sexism row

The two-member CoA is yet again divided and this time on how the inquiry into Hardik Pandiya and KL Rahul controversy should be conducted. 

Jan 12, 2019, 15:57 PM IST