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James Bond actor, Roger Moore passes away

James Bond actor, Roger Moore passes away

Rediff.com23 May 2017

The actor lost a battle to cancer.

India's Sukhoi fighters leave RAF in awe

India's Sukhoi fighters leave RAF in awe

Rediff.com13 Oct 2006

"It is a super fighter and a mean machine," was how one RAF pilot labelled IAF's frontline Sukhoi-30MKI combat jet.

After 30 years, INS Viraat sails into the sunset

After 30 years, INS Viraat sails into the sunset

Rediff.com6 Mar 2017

The fate of the 27,800 tonne warship remains unclear.

Vodafone begins arbitration against India in tax dispute

Vodafone begins arbitration against India in tax dispute

Rediff.com8 May 2014

The British mobile phone operator was widely expected to go for an international arbitration after its talks with the Indian government failed to find a solution last year.

Fayed wins right to have jury at Diana inquest

Fayed wins right to have jury at Diana inquest

Rediff.com2 Mar 2007

Al Fayed says he is "certain" Diana and Dodi were murdered.

Why Bajaj continues to be super

Why Bajaj continues to be super

Rediff.com19 Dec 2019

The Bajaj Super could not be called a pretty scooter, but it was sturdy and reliable, says Veenu Sandhu.

10 Must Watch Shreeram Lagoo Films

10 Must Watch Shreeram Lagoo Films

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

We salute the late thespian in this compilation of his ten essentials movies that highlight his range and stature as an actor par excellence.

Please banks, take your money, says Vijay Mallya

Please banks, take your money, says Vijay Mallya

Rediff.com13 Feb 2020

Mallya said, the ED on the one side and the banks on the other are fighting over the same assets.

REDIFF ARCHIVES: 'The most boring person is one who plays safe'

REDIFF ARCHIVES: 'The most boring person is one who plays safe'

Rediff.com28 Oct 2015

Mumbai-origin Gulam Kaderbhoy Noon, who migrated to Britain with little funds and went on to found several Indian food companies that made him known as Britain's first 'Curry King', died on Tuesday at the age of 79 after he surrendered in his battle against liver cancer.

Davis Cup final will go ahead: ITF

Davis Cup final will go ahead: ITF

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

The Davis Cup final between Belgium and Britain will go ahead despite Brussels being placed on maximum alert over the threat of an imminent attack, local organisers and the International Tennis Federation said on Monday.

PHOTOS: Britain's largest security operation

PHOTOS: Britain's largest security operation

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

The Welsh cities of Newport and Cardiff have been invaded by 10,000 police personnel as the North Atlantic Treaty Organization summit takes over. Starting on Thursday, a terrorist's shopping list of targets will arrive in Wales with NATO leaders and some 60 other leaders of partner nations arriving in the small peaceful country.

Sikhs in row with Montreal Port Authority

Sikhs in row with Montreal Port Authority

Rediff.com10 Mar 2006

Sikh truck drivers have been asked to wear helmets at the port.

Slice of history: Princess Diana's wedding cake sells for $1,375

Slice of history: Princess Diana's wedding cake sells for $1,375

Rediff.com30 Aug 2014

A collector has bought a 33-year-old slice of British history - paying $1,375 (Rs 83,250) for a piece of cake from the 1981 wedding of Prince Charles and Princess Diana.

The real culprits behind India's Partition

The real culprits behind India's Partition

Rediff.com24 May 2018

AMU has once again been pulled into a crossfire of crass political opportunism. In these post-truth times, that the university also had political stirrings not subscribing to the Muslim League is chosen to be forgotten, says Mohammad Sajjad.

India looks at Commonwealth boost for small businesses

India looks at Commonwealth boost for small businesses

Rediff.com14 Mar 2017

For many years now, India has given the Commonwealth short shrift so its support for the Commonwealth trade initiative signals a renewed interest in the body.

Why did Michael Kors pay $1.2 billion for Jimmy Choos?

Why did Michael Kors pay $1.2 billion for Jimmy Choos?

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

15 iconic Jimmy Choo designs that tell us exactly why the American fashion company decided to scoop up the upscale British shoe brand.

Fine debut for Shiv Kapur

Fine debut for Shiv Kapur

Rediff.com21 Jul 2006

The young Indian carded an even par 72 on Day 1 of the British Open.

F1: Vettel aims for a triumphant Ferrari homecoming in Monza

F1: Vettel aims for a triumphant Ferrari homecoming in Monza

Rediff.com30 Aug 2018

Vettel, 17 points behind Hamilton after a commanding win in Belgium last Sunday, has previously triumphed at Monza with Toro Rosso and Red Bull and will fancy his chances of the hat-trick at the super-fast track outside Milan.

UK bank RBS to move jobs to India

UK bank RBS to move jobs to India

Rediff.com23 Jan 2015

According to Unite the Union, which represents the bank's staff, around 60 back-office roles are to be moved to India.

Meet Charles Darwin's great grand daughter

Meet Charles Darwin's great grand daughter

Rediff.com18 Nov 2005

'That's why people want tiger skin and tiger clothes,' says Ruth Padel, Charles Darwin's great grand daughter.

BAFTA 2016: Dakota Johnson, Cate Blanchett rock the red carpet

BAFTA 2016: Dakota Johnson, Cate Blanchett rock the red carpet

Rediff.com15 Feb 2016

Stars who impressed us with their sartorial sense!

Meet Sachin Tendulkar's English mother-in-law

Meet Sachin Tendulkar's English mother-in-law

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

Annabel Mehta, Sachin Tendulkar's mother-in-law, has dedicated her life to working with the Beautiful People of the other half of Mumbai without whom the city would neither exist nor thrive. Vaihayasi Pande Daniel met the amazing lady who was awarded the Member of the Order of the British Empire for her service to underprivileged communities.

England great Haynes dies after crash

England great Haynes dies after crash

Rediff.com19 Oct 2005

The former Fulham footballer was one of the most gifted playmakers England ever produced.

Prince Charles loves India

Prince Charles loves India

Rediff.com27 Mar 2006

Prince Charles, heir to the British throne, and his wife Camilla, are in India on a six-day private visit.

2 days old, the Princess of Cambridge is already worth 80 million

2 days old, the Princess of Cambridge is already worth 80 million

Rediff.com4 May 2015

Experts predict she will have swelled the coffers by 1 billion (Rs 9,633 crore) before she is 10.

Cairn tax case: UK asks India to provide stable biz climate

Cairn tax case: UK asks India to provide stable biz climate

Rediff.com12 Mar 2015

Cairn joins a slew of multinational firms including Vodafone Group Plc and Royal Dutch Shell Plc that have been slapped with retrospective tax demands by Indian authorities.

Now, the new MRCS exam in India

Now, the new MRCS exam in India

Rediff.com7 Aug 2004

Prince Charles to travel by Delhi Metro

Prince Charles to travel by Delhi Metro

Rediff.com28 Oct 2003

E Sreedharan, architect of the prestigious project, will accompany the royal visitor during his ride from Kashmiri Gate to Welcome Station at Shahdra.

No more MiG crashes, hopefully

No more MiG crashes, hopefully

Rediff.com24 Jun 2004

Diana's stepbrother found dead

Diana's stepbrother found dead

Rediff.com28 Apr 2004

Cambodian police found the 50-year-old Kydd's body on Monday and suspect drug overdose as the cause of death, it said.

Sports Shorts: Peaty's world record amended after timing problem at Euros

Sports Shorts: Peaty's world record amended after timing problem at Euros

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Monday

'Indian or a foreigner, appoint the best as Team India coach'

'Indian or a foreigner, appoint the best as Team India coach'

Rediff.com14 May 2015

Indian batting legend Rahul Dravid said he has not been approached for the coach's job of Team India, and added that the new coach must be selected irrespective of nationality.

Hamilton happy to play the villain in Ferrari's backyard

Hamilton happy to play the villain in Ferrari's backyard

Rediff.com4 Sep 2017

Lewis Hamilton stepped out on to the Italian Grand Prix podium, high above the red tide of Ferrari.

Rihanna is the most powerful celebrity influencer of 2017

Rihanna is the most powerful celebrity influencer of 2017

Rediff.com18 Dec 2017

These were the most influential fashion stars of 2017.

Charles, Camilla romance on screens soon

Charles, Camilla romance on screens soon

Rediff.com12 Apr 2005

The film, 'Whatever Love Means', will be made by ITV, and it will depict how the romance between the two blossomed.

Queen filmed saying Chinese officials were 'very rude'

Queen filmed saying Chinese officials were 'very rude'

Rediff.com11 May 2016

Her comments, which were aired on Wednesday, were recorded by an official royal cameraman during a Buckingham Palace garden party.

Truly, an extraordinary fellow

Truly, an extraordinary fellow

Rediff.com19 Mar 2019

'Overlying his idealism was a hatred of war and of all things military. He gave no deep thought to politico-military matters and this prevented him from making sound security decisions.'

GAIL, 3 others eye Reliance tender

GAIL, 3 others eye Reliance tender

Rediff.com17 May 2004

At least four firms including Gas Authority of India Ltd, Petronas of Malaysia and British Gas have bid for supplying natural gas/LNG to Reliance Energy's mega 3740 MW gas-fired power plant at Dadri in Uttar Pradesh.

23 countries, 22,500 kilometre: This female pilot's solo journey around the world

23 countries, 22,500 kilometre: This female pilot's solo journey around the world

Rediff.com27 Nov 2015

On a journey to recreate history, and to script a new one, British aviator Tracey Curtis Taylor, on a stopover in Delhi on her way to Australia to relive a flight made 85 years ago, said her mission is to inspire young girls to strive to achieve their dreams.

Lehman to lead 2006 U.S. Ryder Cup team

Lehman to lead 2006 U.S. Ryder Cup team

Rediff.com4 Nov 2004

Former British Open champion Tom Lehman has been appointed U.S. Ryder Cup captain for the next match against Europe in 2006.