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Remembering Novotna: A true winner who was famed for a sporting 'choke'

Remembering Novotna: A true winner who was famed for a sporting 'choke'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2017

Jana Novotna was a true winner but it was the misfortune of the brilliant Czech, who died on Monday aged 49, to always be recalled for one of sport's most famous and heart-rending meltdowns despite her collection of 100 tennis titles.

When Queen Elizabeth tried dance mudras

When Queen Elizabeth tried dance mudras

Rediff.com28 Feb 2017

Queen Elizabeth II had an impromptu lesson in Indian dance mudras, or ritual hand gestures, when the 90-year-old monarch met celebrated dancer and choreographer Arunima Kumar at the Buckingham Palace.

Lace, diamond treat as Meghan's wedding gown goes on display

Lace, diamond treat as Meghan's wedding gown goes on display

Rediff.com29 Aug 2018

The exhibition, which will run from October 26 to January 6 next year, will also feature her exquisite veil and a diamond and platinum bandeau tiara, lent to her by The Queen, which will be on public display for the first time.

US-UK relationship 'highest level of special': Trump

US-UK relationship 'highest level of special': Trump

Rediff.com13 Jul 2018

He said Brexit was an "incredible opportunity" and "whatever" the UK did after it left the European Union was "OK with me".

Pics: Queen Elizabeth II makes London Fashion Week debut visit!

Pics: Queen Elizabeth II makes London Fashion Week debut visit!

Rediff.com21 Feb 2018

The 91-year-old British monarch sat in the front row with fashion royalty.

Prince William's COVID kept secret in first wave of UK pandemic: Report

Prince William's COVID kept secret in first wave of UK pandemic: Report

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

The Duke of Cambridge, 38, didn't want to alarm the public so kept his illness private.

Thomas Cook India realises there's plenty in a name

Thomas Cook India realises there's plenty in a name

Rediff.com7 Oct 2019

Over the last few days, as the fortunes of Thomas Cook Plc took a wrong turn, the Indian entity scrambled to distance itself from its erstwhile parent. Experts have said that the travel firm must not change its brand name.

What will Meghan Markle wear at her wedding?

What will Meghan Markle wear at her wedding?

Rediff.com10 May 2018

Which designer will Meghan fancy on May 19?

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle set May 19 as wedding date

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle set May 19 as wedding date

Rediff.com15 Dec 2017

The announcement comes three weeks after the couple confirmed their engagement last month and said the ceremony would take place at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle.

Missing Bond actor Paul Bhattacharjee found dead

Missing Bond actor Paul Bhattacharjee found dead

Rediff.com18 Jul 2013

Get your lowdown on what's going on in the world of Hollywood, right here!

Britain's Prince Philip to step down from public life

Britain's Prince Philip to step down from public life

Rediff.com4 May 2017

The Duke of Edinburgh will no longer carry out public engagements from September.

Indian-origin Nobel laureate to head prestigious UK science society

Indian-origin Nobel laureate to head prestigious UK science society

Rediff.com19 Mar 2015

India-born Nobel laureate Sir Venkatraman Ramakrishnan has been confirmed as president elect of Britain's prestigious Royal Society.

World greets William-Kate for prince's birth

World greets William-Kate for prince's birth

Rediff.com23 Jul 2013

Congratulatory messages poured in as Prince William's wife Kate Middleton gave birth to a baby boy, with the whole of Britain and the Royal family ecstatic at the arrival of the country's future King.

When UK's bravehearts turn photographers

When UK's bravehearts turn photographers

Rediff.com4 Sep 2017

The annual 'People's Choice' for Royal Air Force image of the year has opened for public voting.

Trump, Melania meet Queen as state visit begins

Trump, Melania meet Queen as state visit begins

Rediff.com3 Jun 2019

Apart from meeting members of the Royal Family, US President Trump is expected to discuss climate change and Chinese technology firm Huawei during his talks with outgoing British Prime Minister Theresa May on Tuesday.

BEST Sports Photos of the Week!

BEST Sports Photos of the Week!

Rediff.com22 Apr 2019

Rediff.com encapsulates all the sporting action from the past week in this eye-catching photo feature.

Living through 13 years of war in Afghanistan

Living through 13 years of war in Afghanistan

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

On Sunday, after 13 years of war, over 500 deaths and over 20 billion, United Kingdom withdrew from Afghanistan. In a touching ceremony, the Union Jack flag was lowered at Camp Bastion, which has been the center of UK operations in Afghanistan since 2006. British Prime Minister David Cameron vowed that Britain will 'never forget those who made the ultimate sacrifice' and Labour leader Ed Miliband said the handover was a "time to remember those who have served Britain so courageously in Afghanistan over the last decade".

The cutest photos from UK's Prince Louis' christening

The cutest photos from UK's Prince Louis' christening

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

Prince Louis, the youngest child of United Kingdon's Prince William and Kate, was christened on Monday (July 9), at the Chapel Royal in London with family by his side.

Britain's Prince Charles tests positive for COVID-19

Britain's Prince Charles tests positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

The 71-year-old heir to the British throne is self-isolating in Scotland with wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, who has tested negative for the deadly virus which has claimed 422 lives in the United Kingdom.

PIX: Ben Affleck, Jessica Chastain Shine At BAFTA

PIX: Ben Affleck, Jessica Chastain Shine At BAFTA

Rediff.com11 Feb 2013

Here's looking at the big winners and fashion hits at the recently concluded BAFTA awards!

Queen@90: 15 facts about her that might surprise you

Queen@90: 15 facts about her that might surprise you

Rediff.com21 Apr 2016

The Queen, 89, will take over the title from her great-great-grandmother Queen Victoria who, according to Buckingham Palace, reigned for exactly 23,226 days, 16 hours and 23 minutes. To celebrate her 63-year-long reign, here are some interesting facts about her.

PHOTOS: After Mumbai, Wills-Kate weave their magic in Delhi

PHOTOS: After Mumbai, Wills-Kate weave their magic in Delhi

Rediff.com11 Apr 2016

After wrapping up the Mumbai leg of the tour with a tech entrepreneurs showcase, the Royal couple headed to New Delhi where they first paid tribute at the Amar Jawan Jyoti. Here are the best moments from Monday.

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle's new home has an Indian connection

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle's new home has an Indian connection

Rediff.com2 Dec 2018

The cottage had been a royal gift to Abdul Karim by Queen Victoria, then Empress of India, in recognition of his service and as a sign of her affection towards her Indian aide and confidant.

'Judi Dench is obsessed with India'

'Judi Dench is obsessed with India'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2017

'He cooked chicken curry and so because of him, curries entered the British royal kitchens.' 'Eventually, he became a political advisor to the queen.' 'This guy was disrupting the royal household. It sent shockwaves...' Ali Fazal on his character Abdul Karim and working with acting legend Judi Dench.

Duchess of Cambridge has third baby

Duchess of Cambridge has third baby

Rediff.com23 Apr 2018

The unnamed son will be fifth-in-line to the British throne, behind her grandfather Prince Charles, father Prince William, brother Prince George and big sister Princess Charlotte.

Trump cancels Britain visit amid fears he won't be welcomed

Trump cancels Britain visit amid fears he won't be welcomed

Rediff.com12 Jan 2018

The US President was expected to make his first trip to the United Kingdom since entering office, but US government officials have been told he has gone cold on the idea.

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in!

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2016

This week's collection of unbelievably unusual images from across the world

Britain's Prince Charles vows not to be a 'meddlesome' future king

Britain's Prince Charles vows not to be a 'meddlesome' future king

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

The royal, who celebrates his 70th birthday on November 14, spoke at length about how he sees the role of the monarch compared to that of being heir to the throne during a special BBC documentary 'Prince, Son & Heir -- Charles at 70' to be aired in the United Kingdom on Thursday night.

Australian hoax call radio show taken off air

Australian hoax call radio show taken off air

Rediff.com28 Jan 2013

The Southern Cross Austereo network has decided to permanently take the 'Hot 30' show off air and has even announced a replacement show called 'The Bump', a report in the AAP said.

When James Bond met the Prince

When James Bond met the Prince

Rediff.com22 Jun 2019

The sets of Bond 25 had a royal visitor.

A dress for every occasion: The life of a princess

A dress for every occasion: The life of a princess

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

Whether rowing or greeting a head of state, Kate Middleton got it right every time on the latest royal tour.

Mushroom pulao, dal tarka for Modi at Cameron's retreat

Mushroom pulao, dal tarka for Modi at Cameron's retreat

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

Cameron hosted Modi for what has been described as an "intimate dinner" on Thursday evening after a power-packed day that included delegation-level talks, an address to MPs and a speech at the financial hub of London.

Varna and Jati Are Not Same

Varna and Jati Are Not Same

Rediff.com27 Dec 2021

The relative ranking of castes can vary across regions and localities and depends on a number of factors including control over land, wealth, and political power. Castes have often tried to 'upgrade' themselves (a process sociologists refer to as Sanskritization), and sometimes get 'downgraded'. A revealing excerpt from Upinder Singh's Ancient India: Culture Of Contradictions.

'News of the World' spied on Prince William, Harry's ex, Jolie!

'News of the World' spied on Prince William, Harry's ex, Jolie!

Rediff.com10 Nov 2011

Rupert Murdoch's News of the World tabloid had ordered the hacking of phones of 100 high-profile people, including Prince William and a host of politicians and celebrities close to the royal family, a private investigator has claimed.

Mickelson grabs golf history, equaling record-low 63

Mickelson grabs golf history, equaling record-low 63

Rediff.com14 Jul 2016

Phil Mickelson grabbed a piece of golf history at the British Open on Thursday, capturing a share of the record for the lowest score in a major championship -- and coming within fractions of an inch of taking the record outright. Aided by birdies on 10, 14, 16 and 17 on Royal Troon's dangerous back nine, Mickelson posted a final score of 63, equaling the record low for majors. He had a curling 15-foot putt for birdie on 18 that would have given him a 62, but the ball circled the hole and then came to rest just outside it.

Wow! Only black celebs featured on this calendar

Wow! Only black celebs featured on this calendar

Rediff.com25 Jul 2017

Presenting the behind-the-scenes pics from the Pirelli Calendar 2018 shot by Tim Walker in London.

Britain's Prince Charles to walk Meghan Markle down the aisle

Britain's Prince Charles to walk Meghan Markle down the aisle

Rediff.com18 May 2018

The announcement came a day after royal bride-to-be Markle on Thursday confirmed that her ailing father will not attend her wedding with Prince Harry in Windsor Castle.

What Iulia LOVES About Salman

What Iulia LOVES About Salman

Rediff.com24 May 2022

'Salman has supported me, but at the same time, let me have my own journey.'

Duchess of Cornwall is proud owner of a Murray souvenir

Duchess of Cornwall is proud owner of a Murray souvenir

Rediff.com3 Jul 2015

Every fan visiting Wimbledon hopes to be lucky enough to walk out of the All England Club with more than just a memory of watching a tennis hero -- and Britain's royal family is no different.

PHOTOS! These wonderful pieces of art are made from... paper!

PHOTOS! These wonderful pieces of art are made from... paper!

Rediff.com18 Jan 2016

British artist Zoe Bradley has put up spectacular sculptures in paper, adorned with Swarovski crystals and pearls at the Sotheby's gallery in London.