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Britain posts liaison officer at Indian Navy's IFC

Britain posts liaison officer at Indian Navy's IFC

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

The United Kingdom on Tuesday posted a liaison officer at the Indian Navy's Information Fusion Centre (IFC) that has emerged as a key hub in tracking movements of ships and other developments in the Indian Ocean, a region witnessing increasing Chinese naval presence.

A Last Christmas for Santha Bakery

A Last Christmas for Santha Bakery

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

December 2022 could be the last Christmas for Santha Bakery, a business drawing its lineage from the first Christmas cake baked in Kerala.

'Bhartiyata' should be our only loyalty'

'Bhartiyata' should be our only loyalty'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

'As Indians, we should be claiming and celebrating 'Bhartiyata' rather than seeking commitment to beliefs which are divisive and exclusionary.'

Britain's Queen to meet Prince Harry over #Megxit

Britain's Queen to meet Prince Harry over #Megxit

Rediff.com13 Jan 2020

Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, his brother William, the Duke of Cambridge, and their father Charles, the Prince of Wales, have all been invited to the emergency meeting at the Queen's Sandringham estate in Norfolk, while Meghan, who is in Canada with the couple's eight-month-old son Archie, is expected to join the discussion over phone.

Prince Harry, Meghan become Duke and Duchess of Sussex

Prince Harry, Meghan become Duke and Duchess of Sussex

Rediff.com19 May 2018

Prince William and his bride Kate Middleton were bestowed with the titles Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on the day of their wedding in April 2011.

All the stars at Harry-Meghan's wedding

All the stars at Harry-Meghan's wedding

Rediff.com19 May 2018

The day is here! As Britain's Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will marry, over 1,00,000 fevered fans have gathered outside in the glorious British sunshine at WindsorCastle. The 2,000-plus excited guests have also started to arrive at Windsor Castle for the biggest royal wedding in Britain since Prince William married Kate in 2011 with more than 21million UK household set to watch and 23 million expected to tune in from America. Here are some of the guests walking in for the event of the year!

PHOTOS: Prince Philip retires after final solo engagement

PHOTOS: Prince Philip retires after final solo engagement

Rediff.com2 Aug 2017

While his official diary of engagements come to an end on Wednesday, the Palace has said the Duke may still decide to attend some events alongside the Queen.

Anyone guilty must be punished, but media trial not on, says Mamata

Anyone guilty must be punished, but media trial not on, says Mamata

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

Days after senior West Bengal minister Partha Chatterjee was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with the school recruitment scam, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday slammed the media for allegedly launching a "malicious campaign" against her party.

'Failed states lead to an explosion of poverty and extremism': UK minister

'Failed states lead to an explosion of poverty and extremism': UK minister

Rediff.com19 Aug 2021

The Taliban takeover of Afghanistan will inspire terrorists and trigger an "explosion" of extremism and security challenges for the world, UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace warned on Thursday.

Buttler, Morgan under probe for mocking Indians

Buttler, Morgan under probe for mocking Indians

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

A homophobic tweet dating back to 2010 from Jimmy Anderson has also emerged.

A 2-bedroom flat in Hindujas' The OWO costs 5.8 mn!

A 2-bedroom flat in Hindujas' The OWO costs 5.8 mn!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2021

A mere two-bedroom apartment - albeit quite spacious, covering 3,000 square (sq.) feet (ft) - will set you back 5.8 million. That's the asking price from the Indian-owned Hinduja Group, if you desire a nest in London Whitehall's iconic Old War Office (OWO). Its 1,100 rooms are now being converted into 85 residences and a first-ever hotel to be operated in Britain by Singapore's legendary Raffles Hotels chain. Gopichand Hinduja, co-chair of the conglomerate, said: "Every decision made on The OWO (as the building is fondly called) is underscored by our passion and respect for the heritage of the building and long-term commitment to London."

It's Raining Hollywood Biggies On OTT!

It's Raining Hollywood Biggies On OTT!

Rediff.com7 Mar 2022

Featuring 007 among others.

Kate, William hitch a ride in a rickshaw in Pakistan

Kate, William hitch a ride in a rickshaw in Pakistan

Rediff.com16 Oct 2019

The royal couple, who are on a five-day tour of Pakistan, took a ride in a decorated rickshaw fitted with lights to arrive at the venue of the dinner.

UK lagging behind in using face masks: Nobel scientist

UK lagging behind in using face masks: Nobel scientist

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

'It used to be quite normal to have quite a few drinks and drive home, and it also used to be normal to drive without seatbelts. Today both of those would be considered antisocial, and not wearing face coverings in public should be regarded in the same way'

Video: Royal baby: It's a boy for Britain's William and Kate

Video: Royal baby: It's a boy for Britain's William and Kate

Rediff.com23 Jul 2013

"We could not be happier," Prince William said in a brief statement, after he witnessed the birth of his son, an event that sparked an international media frenzy and the illumination of London landmarks in blue.

Bets are off, Queen isn't leaving the British throne

Bets are off, Queen isn't leaving the British throne

Rediff.com17 Dec 2014

The Buckingham Palace has been forced to deny rumours the Queen is abdicating Britain's throne in her annual Christmas Day broadcast, after a bookmaker said it was suspending bets following a flurry of "unusual" activity.

'I owe the start of my Hollywood journey to...'

'I owe the start of my Hollywood journey to...'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

This Khan superstar told Gulshan Grover, 'Go ahead, become a star in Hollywood.'

Targeted underwater search begins to locate black box of MH370

Targeted underwater search begins to locate black box of MH370

Rediff.com4 Apr 2014

The arduous hunt for the Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 on Friday entered a new phase with two hi-tech ships scouring a large area in the Indian Ocean for the black box of the jet before pings from it fall silent.

Why PGA Tour has suspended 17 players

Why PGA Tour has suspended 17 players

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

Players who join the LIV series that threatens to blow apart men's professional golf, are no longer eligible to participate in PGA Tour events

Obamas join Wills, Kate for dinner... and Prince George didn't want to miss out

Obamas join Wills, Kate for dinner... and Prince George didn't want to miss out

Rediff.com23 Apr 2016

Prince George became the star of the Kensington Palace party after greeting Michelle and Barack Obama in his dressing gown and slippers.

The Thai charmer who made a fortune and won soccer's biggest league

The Thai charmer who made a fortune and won soccer's biggest league

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

It was just outside the stadium that Vichai crashed in the helicopter he used to take off from the pitch and fly back to London after games.

India gets details of hundreds of Swiss bank accounts in 4th tranche

India gets details of hundreds of Swiss bank accounts in 4th tranche

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

India has received the fourth set of Swiss bank account details of its nationals and organisations as part of an annual automatic information exchange under which Switzerland has shared particulars of nearly 34 lakh financial accounts with 101 countries.

Obama, Trump, Theresa May not on Prince Harry's wedding guest list

Obama, Trump, Theresa May not on Prince Harry's wedding guest list

Rediff.com10 Apr 2018

Instead, 1,200 members of the public who are perceived by the couple to have made an impact within their community have been invited alongside guests with a close relationship to the couple.

England players likely to miss rescheduled IPL 2021

England players likely to miss rescheduled IPL 2021

Rediff.com11 May 2021

England's centrally contracted players are likely to miss the remainder of the Indian Premier League which is likely to be held later in the year, according to the managing director of England and Wales Cricket Board Ashley Giles.

UK PM signs 'historic' Brexit deal after overwhelming vote in Parliament

UK PM signs 'historic' Brexit deal after overwhelming vote in Parliament

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

The 80-page bill, which follows a last-minute deal agreed with the EU last week, just days before the December 31 deadline of the end of the Brexit transition period, was debated by MPs in the House of Commons followed by the House of Lords.

UK's carrier strike group to conduct wargame with Indian Navy

UK's carrier strike group to conduct wargame with Indian Navy

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

The UK said the deployment of the carrier strike group marks the start of "a new era of defence cooperation with allies in India and the Indo-Pacific."

Kohli and Root have something in common...

Kohli and Root have something in common...

Rediff.com8 Sep 2018

India, England cricket teams unite to unveil Khadi poppy in UK

INS Viraat to be dismantled in Gujarat and sold as scrap

INS Viraat to be dismantled in Gujarat and sold as scrap

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

In 2014, INS Vikrant was dismantled in Mumbai.

Remembering The Yatris Before Rahul

Remembering The Yatris Before Rahul

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

The ultimate consequences of Rahul Gandhi's yatra may be known only in 2024, points out Dr Sudhir Bisht.

Tour operators demand discounts on Taj Mahal fares

Tour operators demand discounts on Taj Mahal fares

Rediff.com25 Apr 2016

While the Taj remains popular amongst celebrity guests, many ordinary foreign visitors are skipping it

India Gate turns a page: Amar Jawan Jyoti merged with war memorial flame

India Gate turns a page: Amar Jawan Jyoti merged with war memorial flame

Rediff.com21 Jan 2022

The Amar Jawan Jyoti at India Gate in New Delhi was merged with the eternal flame at the National War Memorial on Friday.

PIX: Fetch! Adorable canines play 'ball dogs' at London tennis event

PIX: Fetch! Adorable canines play 'ball dogs' at London tennis event

Rediff.com7 Dec 2018

Former British No 1 Tim Henman helped train the dogs for the December 6-9 tournament, which is held annually at London's Royal Albert Hall with plenty of the sport's veteran players taking to the court.

How Nick Kyrgios Reached Wimbledon Final

How Nick Kyrgios Reached Wimbledon Final

Rediff.com9 Jul 2022

The maverick Australian is in his first Slam final after a roller-coaster career.

MUST SEE! Exploring Lucknow

MUST SEE! Exploring Lucknow

Rediff.com4 Jan 2022

Noah Dominic, Maya Dominic, Durga Dominic and Dominic Xavier recall via sketches a spectacular vacation in Lucknow.

Duchess Meghan Markle gives birth to baby boy

Duchess Meghan Markle gives birth to baby boy

Rediff.com6 May 2019

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, was present at the birth of his boy, who weighs 3.2 kg.

Hope to convert INS Viraat into museum fading

Hope to convert INS Viraat into museum fading

Rediff.com25 Oct 2020

A private company, which showed interest in converting Viraat into a museum, is yet to get a NOC for the project from the MoD.

Queen did not make racist comments, confirms Oprah

Queen did not make racist comments, confirms Oprah

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

As the woman who conducted the explosive CBS interview, Winfrey stressed that Harry was categorical that it was neither his grandmother, the Queen, nor his grandfather, who were behind comments about Archie's mixed-race heritage from his mother's side, which are being perceived as racist.

London mansion fit for Indian prince goes on sale for 15.5 million

London mansion fit for Indian prince goes on sale for 15.5 million

Rediff.com23 Aug 2020

Prince Victor Albert Jay Duleep Singh's mansion is located in one of south-west Kensington's most sought after residential addresses.