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US-India nuke deal impasse a challenge, says Blake

US-India nuke deal impasse a challenge, says Blake

Rediff.com27 Feb 2013

In perhaps what could be his swansong appearance as the Obama administration's point man for South Asia, Robert Blake has acknowledged that the impasse over the implementation of the US-India civilian nuclear deal poses many challenges to Washington and New Delhi.

Blake in LA semis, Safin goes out

Blake in LA semis, Safin goes out

Rediff.com21 Jul 2007

former world number one Marat Safin was knocked out by South Korea's Lee Hyung-taik/

Yohan Blake shocks Usain Bolt to claim 100m title

Yohan Blake shocks Usain Bolt to claim 100m title

Rediff.com30 Jun 2012

Yohan Blake delivered a shock that will be felt all the way to London by exploding past world record holder Usain Bolt to claim a stunning 100 metres victory at the Jamaican Olympic trials on Friday.

Can Blake burst Bolt's double bubble?

Can Blake burst Bolt's double bubble?

Rediff.com9 Aug 2012

Even when he slows to a jog, Usain Bolt is as fast as he needs to be. His sidekick, Yohan Blake, is looking like the closest thing there is to a true challenger. Is there anyone in the Olympic 200-metre final on Thursday night who can outsprint both of the Jamaicans to win the gold?

'This Is Your Chance, India'

'This Is Your Chance, India'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

'You don't need massive industry or huge energy resources.' 'You could start with just 3 or 4 people in a coffee shop and invent the world.'

Nadal, Roddick, Murray advance, Blake bows out

Nadal, Roddick, Murray advance, Blake bows out

Rediff.com13 Mar 2007

They reached the fourth round of the Pacific Life Open on Monday.

Blake to run at opening Doha Diamond League meeting

Blake to run at opening Doha Diamond League meeting

Rediff.com4 Mar 2013

Jamaica's 100 metres world champion Yohan Blake is the first high-profile athlete to sign up for the opening Diamond League event in Doha, organisers said on Monday.

Blake anger overshadows men's SF

Blake anger overshadows men's SF

Rediff.com16 Aug 2008

James Blake blew his gold medal chance in the men's singles on Friday, then accused Chile's Fernando Gonzalez of trampling over the Olympic ideals.

For Tesla, India is a challenge as well as opportunity

For Tesla, India is a challenge as well as opportunity

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

With India's EV penetration at just 2.5 per cent, the market presents an opportunity -- provided Tesla gets its pricing right.

Hewitt upsets Blake in Memphis

Hewitt upsets Blake in Memphis

Rediff.com19 Feb 2009

Feisty Australian Lleyton Hewitt continued his comeback trail with a 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 upset of third seed James Blake in the first round of the Memphis Championships on Wednesday.

Blake to play Nieminen in Stockholm final

Blake to play Nieminen in Stockholm final

Rediff.com15 Oct 2006

Defending champion James Blake beat Swede Robin Soderling while Finnish fifth seed Nieminen got the better of Joachim Johansson in another semi-final.

Blake's ace seals place in Stockholm semis

Blake's ace seals place in Stockholm semis

Rediff.com14 Oct 2006

Holder James Blake survived his first serious test at the Stockholm Open, beating sixth seed Olivier Rochus of Belgium 6-7, 6-4, 6-2 on Friday to reach the semi-finals.

Blake eases into last four

Blake eases into last four

Rediff.com19 Apr 2008

American James Blake eased into the semi-finals of the US Clay Court Championship on Friday after a comfortable 6-4, 6-3 win over Argentine Agustin Calleri. The top seeded world number eight will face Oscar Hernandez of Spain in Saturday's semi-finals.

Federer crushes Blake to win Masters Cup

Federer crushes Blake to win Masters Cup

Rediff.com19 Nov 2006

The world No. 1 won in straight sets to claim the title for the third time in four years.

What Dua Lipa Wore To Barbie Premiere!

What Dua Lipa Wore To Barbie Premiere!

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

Hollywood stepped out into Barbie's pink world at the film's premiere in Los Angeles.

Blake ready to lead Jamaican sprint assault in London

Blake ready to lead Jamaican sprint assault in London

Rediff.com3 Jul 2012

Yohan Blake and not Usain Bolt may now be the man to beat in London Games but the mission remains the same with the 'The Beast' set to lead an all out assault by Jamaican sprinters on the Olympic medal podium.

Roddick, Blake win opening singles

Roddick, Blake win opening singles

Rediff.com7 Apr 2007

Andy Roddick and James Blake put US in a commanding 2-0 lead over Spain in the Davis Cup quarterfinals.

Russian teen stuns champion Blake

Russian teen stuns champion Blake

Rediff.com28 Feb 2007

Defending champion James Blake was humbled 6-2, 6-4 by 19-year-old Russian Evgeny Korolev at the Las Vegas Open.

India a global role model for women's empowerment: Blake

India a global role model for women's empowerment: Blake

Rediff.com22 Sep 2011

The Obama administration's point man for South Asia, Assistant Secretary of State Robert Blake has said that India is a role model for women's empowerment on the world stage.

James Blake to retire after U.S. Open

James Blake to retire after U.S. Open

Rediff.com26 Aug 2013

James Blake announced on Monday he was retiring from tennis after the U.S. Open.

Top 10 Moments From Oscars 2024

Top 10 Moments From Oscars 2024

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

Love them, hate them but the Oscars have a way of sneaking up on you.

Blake finds strength in adversity

Blake finds strength in adversity

Rediff.com14 Nov 2006

PIX: It's a starry, starry night as Biles makes Olympics return

PIX: It's a starry, starry night as Biles makes Olympics return

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

Biles, the most decorated gymnast in history, is back for her third Games after withdrawing from most of her events at the Tokyo Games in 2021 with mental health issues.

Yes, It Happened This Year

Yes, It Happened This Year

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Some glimpses from the year gone by.

Defending champion Blake ruled out of World C'ships

Defending champion Blake ruled out of World C'ships

Rediff.com17 Jul 2013

World 100 metres champion Yohan Blake will not defend his title at next month's World Athletics Championships in Moscow due to a nagging hamstring injury, his manager said on Tuesday.

French gold medallists Perec and Riner light Olympic cauldron

French gold medallists Perec and Riner light Olympic cauldron

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

They were each handed a torch in the Jardin des Tuileries after several top sporting names, including French soccer great Zinedine Zidane, Spain's 14-times French Open tennis champion Rafael Nadal, American 23-times Grand Slam winner Serena Williams and Romanian gymnastics great Nadia Comaneci.

Roddick, Blake in Washington final

Roddick, Blake in Washington final

Rediff.com7 Aug 2005

Haas, Blake reach last eight in Delray Beach

Haas, Blake reach last eight in Delray Beach

Rediff.com2 Feb 2007

Haas dispatched big-serving American Sam Querrey 6-4 7-5 while Blake completed his 200th career match victory with a 6-1 6-3 demolition of compatriot Scoville Jenkins.

Bolt wins 200, Blake sets personal best

Bolt wins 200, Blake sets personal best

Rediff.com24 Aug 2012

Olympic champion Usain Bolt ran 19.58 seconds for victory in the 200 metres at the Lausanne Diamond League meeting on Thursday while Yohan Blake equalled the third fastest time ever to win the 100 in 9.69.

Blake to run only 100m at World C'ships in Moscow

Blake to run only 100m at World C'ships in Moscow

Rediff.com19 Jun 2013

Olympic double sprint silver medallist Yohan Blake will only run in the 100 metres at the World Athletics Championships in Moscow after he withdrew from this weekend's Jamaican national championships, his manager said on Tuesday.

Blake Lively tops Forbes' Under 30 power list

Blake Lively tops Forbes' Under 30 power list

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

Check out this power list!

Federer to meet Blake in Masters Cup final

Federer to meet Blake in Masters Cup final

Rediff.com18 Nov 2006

The world number one produced an imperious performance to reach the final of the Masters Cup for the fourth year in a row.

Nadal battles past Blake to enter China Open QF

Nadal battles past Blake to enter China Open QF

Rediff.com8 Oct 2009

Top seed Rafa Nadal battled through a tricky second round tie against American James Blake on Thursday to reach the quarter-finals of the $6.6 million China Open. The world number two, playing his first tournament since picking up an injury at the US Open, was far from his rampaging best but again proved his fitness by winning 7-5, 6-7, 6-3 in a 143-minute contest.

Hillary visit will take ties to next level: Blake

Hillary visit will take ties to next level: Blake

Rediff.com26 Jun 2009

Robert O Blake, the new Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia, making his debut before the House Foreign Affairs Committee Thursday, said Secretary of State Hillary's Clinton's trip to India next month will be a tangible manifestation of the Obama Administration's commitment to take the Indo-US relationship to the next level.

India has evolved on UN: Robert Blake

India has evolved on UN: Robert Blake

Rediff.com6 Apr 2011

The Republican chairman of the house foreign affairs subcommittee on Asia, on Tuesday questioned the Obama administration's point man on South Asia on India's propensity to vote against the United States at the United Nations, ostensibly taking a swipe at President Obama's endorsement of India's bid for a permanent seat in the UN Security Council.

Lee more than happy to mentor Blake in art of fast bowling

Lee more than happy to mentor Blake in art of fast bowling

Rediff.com17 Aug 2012

Australian pacer Brett Lee has said he will be more than happy to mentor Jamaican sprint star Yohan Blake in the art of fast bowling if he joins him at the Sydney Sixers for the Big Bash Twenty20 competition.

Pujol stuns Blake in Houston final

Pujol stuns Blake in Houston final

Rediff.com21 Apr 2008

Spain's Marcel Granollers-Pujol upset top seed James Blake to claim the US Men's Clay Court Championship and his first ATP title.

Bolt and Bekele beaten, Blake takes 100

Bolt and Bekele beaten, Blake takes 100

Rediff.com28 Aug 2011

Usain Bolt and Kenenisa Bekele relinquished their world titles on Sunday when the world's fastest man and the most successful distance runner false-started and failed to finish in the 100 and 10,000 metres finals.