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'YNWA JOTA!!': Ronaldo, Salah, LeBron, lead tributes

'YNWA JOTA!!': Ronaldo, Salah, LeBron, lead tributes

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

'RIP Diogo. Condolences to his family and friends during this incredibly sad time,' former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard posted.

Wimbledon's Greatest: Every Men's Champ Since 1877

Wimbledon's Greatest: Every Men's Champ Since 1877

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Jannik Sinner defeated Carlos Alcaraz in a high-octane final to claim his maiden Wimbledon trophy and fourth Grand Slam crown on Sunday.

Is AI Coming For Your Job? What AI Godfather Says

Is AI Coming For Your Job? What AI Godfather Says

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

'If we're smart about it, we can use AI to amplify human potential, not replace it. But time is running short.'

Whose Wedding Is Alia Bhatt Attending?

Whose Wedding Is Alia Bhatt Attending?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

After completing her duties at the Cannes Film Festival, Alia Bhatt jetted off to Costa Brava in Spain to attend a wedding.

AI crash compensation to follow Montreal Convention rules

AI crash compensation to follow Montreal Convention rules

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

The nationality of the passengers onboard will define the minimum liability applicable to the airline operator as per the Montreal Convention, Prudent Insurance Brokers vice president (aviation & specialty lines) Hitesh Girotra said.

Alcaraz eyes Wimbledon hat-trick: Can Sinner stop him?

Alcaraz eyes Wimbledon hat-trick: Can Sinner stop him?

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Carlos Alcaraz will aim to reinforce his status as the new all-court monarch of men's tennis with a third successive Wimbledon title

Indian, Pak protesters face off in London over Pahalgam attack

Indian, Pak protesters face off in London over Pahalgam attack

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

A large number of Indian community and diaspora representatives gathered outside the Indian High Commission in London to counter a Pakistani demonstration protesting against what they called "Indian propaganda" in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack. The pro-Indian demonstrators outnumbered the smaller group of British Pakistanis and chanted slogans like "Bharat Mata ki Jai" and "Vande Mataram". The Metropolitan Police was present to keep the groups separate as they exchanged insults. Later, a candlelight vigil was held at Piccadilly Circus by the British Indian groups to commemorate the victims of the April 22 terror attack. Similar protests and vigils have been organized by Indian diaspora groups across the UK to condemn Pakistan's alleged support for terror outfits.

British diver Daley announces retirement after Paris silver

British diver Daley announces retirement after Paris silver

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

Daley, whose popularity grew even more after he came out as gay in 2013, had won the Olympic gold medal in the men's synchronised 10-metre platform event at the Tokyo Games.

Assam Cong leader summoned in case related to 'Gogoi's links with Pak'

Assam Cong leader summoned in case related to 'Gogoi's links with Pak'

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Senior Congress leader Ripun Bora has been summoned by Assam Police for questioning in connection with a case related to party colleague Gaurav Gogoi's alleged links with Pakistan. The summons comes after Bora publicly stated that Gogoi's wife received salaries from the Pakistan government, which prompted Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to claim that Bora "knows a lot" about Gogoi's alleged links. The case centers around allegations of Pakistani national Ali Tauqeer Sheikh, who is claimed to have links with Gogoi's British wife Elizabeth Colburn, interfering in India's internal affairs. Gogoi has vehemently denied the allegations and accused Sarma of making baseless accusations.

PIX: Alcaraz, Draper in Queen's Club semis

PIX: Alcaraz, Draper in Queen's Club semis

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Carlos Alcaraz avoided another scare at the Queen's Club ATP 500 event as the top-seeded Spaniard dispatched France's Arthur Rinderknech with little fuss 7-5, 6-4 to reach the semi-finals on Friday.

How disgraced Armstrong helped Wiggins beat addiction

How disgraced Armstrong helped Wiggins beat addiction

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

'Lance has been a source of inspiration to me and a constant source of help towards me and is one of the main factors why I'm in this position I am today mentally and physically, so, I'm indebted to him for that.'

Assam to use 1950 Act for direct eviction of illegal foreigners: Sarma

Assam to use 1950 Act for direct eviction of illegal foreigners: Sarma

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

The final NRC, a list of Indian citizens residing in Assam, was released in 2019 by excluding 19,06,657 people. However, it has not been notified by the Registrar General of India, leaving the controversial document without any official validity.

Wimbledon PIX: Alcaraz cruises; Sabalenka survives

Wimbledon PIX: Alcaraz cruises; Sabalenka survives

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Carlos Alcaraz, 22, reached his eighth Grand Slam semi-final and will continue his quest for a third successive Wimbledon title.

Heartbreak in Paris! Bopanna and Pavlasek crash out

Heartbreak in Paris! Bopanna and Pavlasek crash out

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

The unseeded Indo-Czech pair lost 2-6, 6-7(5) to Heliovaara from Finland and British player Patten, ranked three and four in the world respectively, in the pre-quarterfinals.

British author Samantha Harvey wins Booker Prize for space novel

British author Samantha Harvey wins Booker Prize for space novel

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

British author Samantha Harvey has won the 2024 Booker Prize for her 'ambitious and beautiful' Orbital, which becomes the first novel set in space to win the GBP 50,000 literary prize selected from a historic shortlist that was dominated by women this year.

Buttler named in England squads for WI series

Buttler named in England squads for WI series

Rediff.com14 May 2025

British media reports said all 10 English players involved with the IPL will hold a meeting with the Professional Cricketers' Association over security arrangements for a potential return to India.

Guess Which Singer's Daughter Is At Cannes?

Guess Which Singer's Daughter Is At Cannes?

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Among the many desi faces at the festival is Kumar Sanu's daughter, singer Shannon Kumar Sanu, who attended the Mission: Impossible: The Final Reckoning premiere.

No duty cuts by India on UK wines under FTA

No duty cuts by India on UK wines under FTA

Rediff.com11 May 2025

India will not provide any duty concessions on British wines and is offering only limited import duty benefits on UK beer under the free trade agreement (FTA) between the two countries, announced on May 6, according to an official. The other sensitive agri products where India will not offer any reduction in the import duty include dairy products, apples, cheese, oats, animals and vegetable oils under the agreement with the United Kingdom.

PIX: Old foes Russell and Verstappen on front row in Canada

PIX: Old foes Russell and Verstappen on front row in Canada

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

George Russell put his Mercedes on pole position in Canada for the second year in a row on Saturday with Red Bull rival Max Verstappen alongside on the front row.

Watch Frederick Forsyth's Movies On OTT

Watch Frederick Forsyth's Movies On OTT

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

A must read for a generation that grew up on his novels.

Watch Samantha's Horror Film On OTT

Watch Samantha's Horror Film On OTT

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Akshay Kumar's patriotism, Rana Naidu's fury, Snow White's fair and lovely attitude... emotions run high on OTT this week.

Alcaraz stretched; Shelton reaches 3rd round in 55 secs

Alcaraz stretched; Shelton reaches 3rd round in 55 secs

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Talk about a man in a hurry -- 10th seed Ben Shelton required just 55 seconds to finish off Australian Rinky Hijikata and reach the Wimbledon third round on Friday.

'Something always goes wrong with India': Bangladesh's Yunus

'Something always goes wrong with India': Bangladesh's Yunus

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Bangladesh Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has said that his interim government wanted good relations with India, but 'something always went wrong'.

At G7 Summit, Modi urges global action against terrorism

At G7 Summit, Modi urges global action against terrorism

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Reaffirming India's stand against terrorism, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged leaders of the G7 to galvanise global action against terrorism and underscored the need for strict action against those who 'promote and support' it.

Graft charges: UK ex-minister Tulip seeks meet with B'desh chief advisor

Graft charges: UK ex-minister Tulip seeks meet with B'desh chief advisor

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

Yunus will meet King Charles and see Keir Starmer in Downing Street during his four-day visit to the UK from June 10-13.

Sensex sheds 239 pts on selling in FMCG, auto shares

Sensex sheds 239 pts on selling in FMCG, auto shares

Rediff.com28 May 2025

IndusInd Bank, Nestle, UltraTech Cement, Mahindra & Mahindra, Power Grid, Asian Paints, Sun Pharma and Tech Mahindra were also among the laggards. Bajaj Finance, Bharti Airtel, ICICI Bank, Adani Ports and HCL Tech were among the gainers.

Tata Group announces Rs 1 cr compensation for families of crash victims

Tata Group announces Rs 1 cr compensation for families of crash victims

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

In the message posted by Tata Group on X, he also said the group will cover the medical expenses of those injured and ensure that they receive all necessary care and support.

Global condolences pour in after Ahmedabad plane crash

Global condolences pour in after Ahmedabad plane crash

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

UN chief Antonio Guterres, US President Donald Trump, his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney were among scores of world leaders who offered condolences to the people of India in wake of the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad on Thursday.

42 Years On... Where Are Kapil's Devils Now?

42 Years On... Where Are Kapil's Devils Now?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

42 years of World Cup triumph: A Day that made Indian cricket what it is

Trump exits G7 Summit early 'to deal with Middle East'

Trump exits G7 Summit early 'to deal with Middle East'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

US President Donald Trump has cut short his visit to Canada, where he was to attend G7 Summit meetings, to return to Washington, DC, a day earlier amid escalating tensions between Iran and Israel.

Indian Military's Awesome 3

Indian Military's Awesome 3

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw Field Marshal K M Cariappa Marshal of the Indian Air Force Arjan Singh The three highest-ranking military heroes of the Indian Armed Forces. They were the rarest of the rare. The bravest of the brave.

'He came to India for 9 days just to eat his favourite fruit'

'He came to India for 9 days just to eat his favourite fruit'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Ramesh Chand Patel, a regular visitor to Gujarat and deeply connected to his roots, had come to India for just nine days.

Chinese student in UK who drugged, raped 10 women gets lifer

Chinese student in UK who drugged, raped 10 women gets lifer

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

A Chinese student who drugged and raped women in the United Kingdom and China was sentenced to life in prison on Thursday, in a case that a senior British police officer said had uncovered 'one of the most prolific predators we've ever encountered', The New York Times reported.

M for Metreweli? Britain's MI6 gets first female boss

M for Metreweli? Britain's MI6 gets first female boss

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

Metreweli, 47, has been promoted from current role as Director General, or 'Q', responsible for technology and innovation in MI6 and has previously held a director-level role at MI5 - the UK's domestic security service.

PIX: Car ploughs into fans at Liverpool parade, 27 in hospital

PIX: Car ploughs into fans at Liverpool parade, 27 in hospital

Rediff.com27 May 2025

A car ploughed into a crowd of Liverpool fans during a parade celebrating their side's English Premier League title triumph on Monday, hospitalising 27 people, with two seriously injured.

'Sanjay Gandhi Was On The Verge Of Throwing Out Indira'

'Sanjay Gandhi Was On The Verge Of Throwing Out Indira'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

'According to JP, Indira Gandhi was not much of a danger to democracy. He said, it was Sanjay Gandhi and his gang.'

Just Who Is Elnaaz Norouzi?

Just Who Is Elnaaz Norouzi?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

This year is going to be extra special for Elnaaz as she will be seen in the reality show The Traitors and also in another Hollywood movie, Hotel Tehran, playing the lead opposite Zachary Levi and Liam Neeson.

Ahmedabad AI crash marks 1st fatal Boeing 787 accident

Ahmedabad AI crash marks 1st fatal Boeing 787 accident

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

The Boeing 787-8 aircraft -- VT-ANB -- was 11.5 years old and had flown for more than 41,000 hours, according to aviation analytics firm Cirium.

Rupee steady versus dollar, but loses ground against euro, pound in 2025

Rupee steady versus dollar, but loses ground against euro, pound in 2025

Rediff.com19 May 2025

The rupee has held its ground against the US dollar in the 2025 calendar year so far, but depreciated significantly against the euro and pound. It fell by 6.83 per cent, and 5.44 per cent against the euro and pound respectively, as the two currencies strengthened significantly against the greenback during the period.

Netanyahu's War On Iran Has No Future

Netanyahu's War On Iran Has No Future

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

An inconclusive end to this war will pose high risk for Netanyahu of a cascading demand for a regime change in Israel, predicts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.