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Kamala was very nasty, disrespectful to Biden: Trump

Kamala was very nasty, disrespectful to Biden: Trump

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

"We'll see how she works out. She did very, very poorly in the primaries as you know. She was expected to do well. She ended up at right around two per cent," Trump told reporters at a White House news conference.

American trio in Indianapolis semis

American trio in Indianapolis semis

Rediff.com22 Jul 2006

James Blake joined compatriots Andy Roddick and Robby Ginepri in the last four of the RCA Championships.

Alessandra Ambrosio strips for mag cover and more fashion news

Alessandra Ambrosio strips for mag cover and more fashion news

Rediff.com29 Nov 2015

We bring you the latest on supermodels, style, designers, and everything else in-between.

Malisse wins second Delray title

Malisse wins second Delray title

Rediff.com6 Feb 2007

Xavier Malisse took his second Delray Beach title by beating American James Blake 5-7, 6-4, 6-4.

Must give Sri Lanka another chance: US

Must give Sri Lanka another chance: US

Rediff.com14 Jun 2010

The US and India are in sync with their foreign policy toward Sri Lanka, particularly over the repatriation of the remaining 40,000 plus internally displaced persons after the government's victory over the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam in the Tamil-populated northern province, said Assistant Secretary of State for South Asian Affairs Robert O Blake.

Govt says Twitter defaming India, Delhi police rejects remarks

Govt says Twitter defaming India, Delhi police rejects remarks

Rediff.com27 May 2021

The Delhi Police on Thursday said the statements by Twitter on the ongoing enquiry in the 'toolkit' case was mendacious and designed to impede the lawful enquiry.

French pair suffer early Cincinnati exit

French pair suffer early Cincinnati exit

Rediff.com18 Aug 2010

France's Gael Monfils and Gilles Simon suffered early exits from the Cincinnati Masters on Tuesday.

Day 5: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Day 5: What's hot at the Beijing Winter Olympics

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

Norway's Birk Ruud claimed the first men's freeski Big Air Olympic gold

This is how couples are saying 'I do' amid pandemic

This is how couples are saying 'I do' amid pandemic

Rediff.com1 May 2020

Love is in the air this spring, even with the coronavirus pandemic. Countless weddings have been postponed, but people are still getting married; although with adjustments to accommodate social distancing and other restrictions. Here are some ways couples are exchanging their wedding vows.

India to be allowed access to Headley: US

India to be allowed access to Headley: US

Rediff.com20 Mar 2010

The United States on Saturday said it will allow Indian investigators to interrogate David Headley, who has pleaded guilty to his involvement in the Mumbai terror attacks, but made it clear that he cannot be extradited to India.

'Talks will pave future course for US-India ties'

'Talks will pave future course for US-India ties'

Rediff.com29 May 2010

The Obama administration's point man for South Asia, Assistant Secretary of State Robert Blake has assured that there will be deliverables from the first US-India Strategic Dialogue that will be held in Washington, DC, on June 2-3.

Tyson Gay wins London Diamond League 100m

Tyson Gay wins London Diamond League 100m

Rediff.com14 Aug 2010

Tyson Gay sent a message to missing rivals Usain Bolt and Asafa Powell with victory in the 100 metres at the London Diamond League meeting on Friday in a world leading time of 9.78 seconds.

Women's tennis has a new leader

Women's tennis has a new leader

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

Already a sporting icon, Osaka's fight for equality has focussed even more attention on her

Gay disappointed after meet record in Monaco

Gay disappointed after meet record in Monaco

Rediff.com23 Jul 2010

Tyson Gay was disappointed with his performance after winning the 200 metres in a meeting record 19.72 seconds at the Monaco Diamond League event on Thursday.

'Not right time for India, Pak to discuss Kashmir'

'Not right time for India, Pak to discuss Kashmir'

Rediff.com29 May 2010

The US has said that this is not the appropriate moment for India and Pakistan to hold discussions on the Kashmir issue, as they need to go for confidence building measures first.

Climate change: Meeting of India, US minds likely

Climate change: Meeting of India, US minds likely

Rediff.com18 Nov 2009

'You'll see during the course of this visit, we'll have some important deliverables to announce in the area of energy and climate change,' US Assistant Secretary of State Robert O Blake on the prime minister's journey to Washington, DC next week.

'Pak need not worry about India's Afghan aid'

'Pak need not worry about India's Afghan aid'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2009

Ambassador Robert Blake, assistant secretary of state for South and Central Asia, on Tuesday said that the Indo-Pakistan ties would improve if the suspects of the Mumbai attack are tried and convicted by Islamabad.

Obama not ignoring India, says top US official

Obama not ignoring India, says top US official

Rediff.com30 Jun 2009

India is one of the key countries that will shape the 21st century, believes Robert D Blake, assistant secretary of state for south and central Asian affairs in the Barack Obama administration.Keynoting a conference titled 'Natural allies? US-Indian Relations in the Obama Era', organised by the Washington-based think tank American Enterprise Institute on Monday, Blake stressed that India's importance to the United States has not diminished.

Bolt stripped of Beijing Olympic gold after relay teammate Carter tests positive

Bolt stripped of Beijing Olympic gold after relay teammate Carter tests positive

Rediff.com25 Jan 2017

Carter was found to have taken the prohibited substance methylhexaneamine, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) said on Wednesday.

Murray hurries into Queen's final

Murray hurries into Queen's final

Rediff.com13 Jun 2009

Andy Roddick's hopes of a fifth Queen's Club title ended painfully on Saturday when the American limped out midway through the first set of his all-American semi-final against James Blake with a right ankle injury.

US urges India to up FDI cap in defence, insurance

US urges India to up FDI cap in defence, insurance

Rediff.com19 Nov 2009

The Assistant Secretary of State said trade and agriculture is a major pillar of Indo-US relationship.

Why are luxury carmakers bullish on India?

Why are luxury carmakers bullish on India?

Rediff.com13 Feb 2021

Mercedes-Benz India, BMW India and Audi India have lined up over 50 new model launches as they seek to recoup previous year's loss in volumes, reports Shally Seth Mohile.

Oscars 2017: Like Priyanka Chopra's outfit? VOTE!

Oscars 2017: Like Priyanka Chopra's outfit? VOTE!

Rediff.com27 Feb 2017

Do you think PeeCee slayed it yet again on the red carpet?

Supermodel hobbies: How catwalk queens unwind

Supermodel hobbies: How catwalk queens unwind

Rediff.com11 May 2016

Gigi Hadid is a MasterChef winner and Kendall Jenner loves horse riding.

Nadal through in Shanghai, Del Potro retires

Nadal through in Shanghai, Del Potro retires

Rediff.com14 Oct 2009

Top seed Rafa Nadal marched into the last 16 of the Shanghai Masters with a thoroughly entertaining 6-2, 6-7, 6-4 victory over American James Blake on Wednesday.

Bolt cruises in London GP

Bolt cruises in London GP

Rediff.com25 Jul 2009

World record holder Usain Bolt brought a flash of Jamaican sunshine to another miserable European evening when he raced to 100 metres victory in 9.91 seconds at the London Grand Prix on Friday.

Biden closes in on magical number of 270

Biden closes in on magical number of 270

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

Biden -- who bagged 253 seats as against Trump's 213 -- appeared to be nearing the magical figure of 270 of the 538 electoral college votes.

174 Indians file lawsuit against Trump's proclamation on H-1B

174 Indians file lawsuit against Trump's proclamation on H-1B

Rediff.com16 Jul 2020

The lawsuit seeks an order declaring the presidential proclamation restriction on issuing new H-1B or H4 visas or admitting new H-1B or H-4 visa holders as unlawful.

US win record third Hopman Cup

US win record third Hopman Cup

Rediff.com10 Jan 2004

They beat Slovakia in the final of the $A1 million mixed team event.

Stepanek upsets Roddick, in San Jose final

Stepanek upsets Roddick, in San Jose final

Rediff.com15 Feb 2009

Czech Radek Stepanek beat top seed and defending champion Andy Roddick 3-6, 7-6, 6-4 to reach the San Jose Open final on Saturday.

In stunning photos: The supermoon trilogy begins!

In stunning photos: The supermoon trilogy begins!

Rediff.com4 Dec 2017

It was the biggest full moon of 2017!

Injured Osaka withdraws from Western & Southern final

Injured Osaka withdraws from Western & Southern final

Rediff.com29 Aug 2020

'This has been an emotional week and I want to thank everyone for the outpouring of support.'

Indian origin musician Ricky Kej wins Grammy

Indian origin musician Ricky Kej wins Grammy

Rediff.com9 Feb 2015

A self-taught musician Kej, 33, has previously composed soundtracks for Kannada films.

What caused Bolt's injury in his farewell race

What caused Bolt's injury in his farewell race

Rediff.com13 Aug 2017

Usain Bolt's Jamaican team mates complained that a 45-minute wait in the call room before the race had hampered their preparations.

Inside scenes from the Golden Globes 2019

Inside scenes from the Golden Globes 2019

Rediff.com7 Jan 2019

Candid shots you will *not* see on the show!

There you go...Bolt is the GREATEST!

There you go...Bolt is the GREATEST!

Rediff.com20 Aug 2016

Usain Bolt drew down the curtain on his brilliant Olympic career by securing a sweep of the sprint titles for a third successive Games when Jamaica successfully defended the 4x100 metres relay crown on Friday.

New Zealand thrilled to snatch sporting spotlight with Premier League

New Zealand thrilled to snatch sporting spotlight with Premier League

Rediff.com25 May 2020

All 112 matches of the 'NZ Premier League' will be played in Auckland without spectators but broadcast live on Sky Sport or the Youtube channel, Sky Sport Next, Tennis New Zealand said on Monday.

Pak-origin couple open fire at Christmas party in US,14 killed

Pak-origin couple open fire at Christmas party in US,14 killed

Rediff.com3 Dec 2015

Police confirm that people have died in the shooting at a Southern California social services center.

Trump orders FBI probe of Kavanaugh, Senate confirmation in doubt

Trump orders FBI probe of Kavanaugh, Senate confirmation in doubt

Rediff.com29 Sep 2018

The Federal Bureau of Investigation has been asked to complete its investigation in a week, meaning the confirmation of Kavanaugh, 53, as Supreme Court judge would be delayed by at least a week.

US Open champ Osaka confirms status as new star

US Open champ Osaka confirms status as new star

Rediff.com13 Sep 2020

Naomi Osaka ended Victoria Azarenka's dream run to claim her second US Open title in three years with a 1-6, 6-3, 6-3 comeback win on Saturday which cemented her status as the sport's leading light both on and off the court.