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One injured in London letter bomb blast

One injured in London letter bomb blast

Rediff.com5 Feb 2007

A suspect package exploded in a Victoria office block in central London on Monday injuring a woman.

'Difficult To Trust Yunus Govt In Dhaka'

'Difficult To Trust Yunus Govt In Dhaka'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

'It was the hostility of the Yunus regime that made India careful and wary of dealing with them.' 'They gradually backed off and lowered the noise, but the damage was done.' 'Their true colours had been exposed.'

Bomb scare in London, man takes four hostages

Bomb scare in London, man takes four hostages

Rediff.com27 Apr 2012

A 50-year-old man who failed to obtain a driving license thrice, on Friday threatened to blow himself up, after holding four hostages in an office in Central London, prompting Scotland Yard to deploy sharp-shooters around the area.

Team India felicitated in London for WC win

Team India felicitated in London for WC win

Rediff.com8 Sep 2011

It may have been a nightmarish tour on field but off the field, Indian cricketers had an evening to remember when they were felicitated by the Indo-British Parliamentarians Group for their historic World Cup triumph earlier this year.

Putin Has To Tread Carefully With Trump

Putin Has To Tread Carefully With Trump

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

'There is no question that Putin's preference will be to avoid unpleasantness with Trump, leave alone a collision course,' observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

London security alert: BBC office evacuated amid bomb scare hoax

London security alert: BBC office evacuated amid bomb scare hoax

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

Two incidents of bomb scares led to evacuations across different parts of London on Tuesday though they later turned out to be hoaxes.

USTR Report Intensifies Trade Tensions With India

USTR Report Intensifies Trade Tensions With India

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

The US Trade Representative noted that India's average applied tariff rate stood at 17% per cent, the highest of any major world economy.

100 Indian Elephants March To New York

100 Indian Elephants March To New York

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Why is the Big Apple welcoming our pachyderms? And how is India teaching the world about living with wildlife?

'Everyone Hated Me And I Loved It'

'Everyone Hated Me And I Loved It'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

'Mrs shows a dark side to the son and the father.' 'I had to do things that I wouldn't dare to do in real life.'

IN PHOTOS: London hostage drama ends after 3 hours

IN PHOTOS: London hostage drama ends after 3 hours

Rediff.com27 Apr 2012

In a dramatic incident, a 50-year-old man who created ruckus in central London today, after taking four people hostage in a building and threatening to blow himself up, has been arrested by Scotland Yard.

Team hotels went into lockdown after London terror attack

Team hotels went into lockdown after London terror attack

Rediff.com4 Jun 2017

Team hotels had gone into lockdown after last night's terror attack here, the International Cricket Council (ICC) revealed today, saying it will review security at the ongoing Champions Trophy 'in line with the threat levels'.

ED attaches fresh assets of Nirav Modi

ED attaches fresh assets of Nirav Modi

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

The Enforcement Directorate on Wednesday said it has attached fresh assets worth Rs 29.75 crore of fugitive diamond trader Nirav Modi under the anti-money laundering law. A provisional order has been issued under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) to attach these assets that are in the form of bank deposits, land, and buildings, it said in a statement.

EPL PIX: Another home defeat for United; Spurs back to winning ways

EPL PIX: Another home defeat for United; Spurs back to winning ways

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Sunday.

'Malicious lies': Modi reacts to row over Shah's remark on Ambedkar

'Malicious lies': Modi reacts to row over Shah's remark on Ambedkar

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday vehemently defended Home Minister Amit Shah against the Congress' accusation that he insulted B.R. Ambedkar in a Rajya Sabha speech. Modi asserted that Shah had actually exposed the Congress' "dark history of insulting" the architect of the Indian Constitution. The prime minister went on to detail a litany of actions by the Congress party that he claimed demonstrated their disrespect for Ambedkar, including denying him a Bharat Ratna and preventing his portrait from being displayed in Parliament's Central Hall. He also criticized the Congress for failing to address the plight of marginalized communities during their time in power. Modi highlighted the efforts of his government in implementing Ambedkar's vision and honoring his legacy.

PIX: 2 killed, 11 hurt as helicopter crashes in London

PIX: 2 killed, 11 hurt as helicopter crashes in London

Rediff.com16 Jan 2013

At least two people were killed and 11 others injured when a helicopter crashed into a crane on top of one of Europe's tallest residential blocks in central London and plunged to the ground in a ball of flame during rush hour on Wednesday.

London welcomes Hinduja-built pure electric buses

London welcomes Hinduja-built pure electric buses

Rediff.com31 Jul 2014

London Mayor Boris Johnson officially welcomed the introduction of the buses.

Meet The Stunning Spy Girls

Meet The Stunning Spy Girls

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Samantha and Matilda De Angelis got together to attend the London premiere and celebrate the upcoming releases of Citadel: Diana and Citadel: Honey Bunny.

East India Company to sell tea, coffee in London

East India Company to sell tea, coffee in London

Rediff.com8 Feb 2010

Items to be stocked include furniture, chocolates, leather goods, fruit pickles and sushi.

4 cops hurt during pro-Palestinian protests in UK; 29 arrested

4 cops hurt during pro-Palestinian protests in UK; 29 arrested

Rediff.com5 Nov 2023

The Metropolitan police said more than 1,300 officers were on duty on Saturday as tens of thousands of people demonstrated against the Israel-Gaza conflict.

The World Nature Photographs Of The Year

The World Nature Photographs Of The Year

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

From stunning animal portraits to captivating glimpses of behaviour in their natural habitat, the World Nature Photography Awards contest showcases the intricate relationship between animals, plants, fungi, and humans.

Lt Gen Brar, who led Op Blue Star, attacked in London

Lt Gen Brar, who led Op Blue Star, attacked in London

Rediff.com2 Oct 2012

Lt General (Retd) K S Brar, who led the Operation Blue Star against Sikh terrorists in 1984, was attacked and injured in London.

WB CM Mamata wants to acquire Tagore's home in London

WB CM Mamata wants to acquire Tagore's home in London

Rediff.com12 Nov 2017

The residence -- No 3, Heath Villas in Hampstead Heath, north London -- was valued at an estimated 2.7 million (Rs 23 crore) a few years ago

Fastest ever broadband speed achieved in London

Fastest ever broadband speed achieved in London

Rediff.com23 Jan 2014

In a breakthrough, scientists in the UK have achieved the "fastest ever" broadband speeds of 1.4 terabits per second - enough to transmit 44 high-definition movies at once.

London knife attack leaves 1 dead, 5 hurt

London knife attack leaves 1 dead, 5 hurt

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

Scotland Yard said the incident is being treated as possible terror offence.

Iran Missile Strike Forces Flight Reroutes

Iran Missile Strike Forces Flight Reroutes

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

Flights from Delhi or Bengaluru, while they may still fly over Iran, depending on the route, have alternative paths that may take them through Central Asia or northern routes.

Britain marks 10th anniversary of 7/7 London bombings

Britain marks 10th anniversary of 7/7 London bombings

Rediff.com7 Jul 2015

The threat from terrorism continues to be as real as it was ten years ago, but Britian will never cowed by it, Prime Minister David Cameron said on Monday.

London Bridge attacker was ex-terror convict: Police

London Bridge attacker was ex-terror convict: Police

Rediff.com30 Nov 2019

Police have identified the suspect as 28-year-old Usman Khan, inspired by the ideology of Al Qaeda terror group, was previously sentenced to 16 years in prison term for his role in the London Stock Exchange bombing in 1990.

Why Sahara paid Rs 3,300 crore for a London hotel

Why Sahara paid Rs 3,300 crore for a London hotel

Rediff.com11 Jan 2011

S Kalyana Ramanathan visits Grosvenor House to see why Sahara paid pounds 470 million for this pre-World War II hotel.

EPL thriller: Arsenal late show stuns Spurs

EPL thriller: Arsenal late show stuns Spurs

Rediff.com15 Sep 2024

Arsenal emerged victorious over Tottenham Hotspur at their rivals' home ground. Gabriel Magalhaes' decisive header in the second half proved to be the difference-maker

Coronation Fever Overtakes Britain

Coronation Fever Overtakes Britain

Rediff.com2 May 2023

The capital of world history will be London on May 6.

If Sheikh Hasina wishes to stay in India ...: Ex-envoy

If Sheikh Hasina wishes to stay in India ...: Ex-envoy

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

The veteran diplomat said Hasina has stayed in India before after the assassination of her father and Bangladesh independence hero Sheikh Mujibur Rahman who later became the country's prime minister. Rahman was assassinated in August 1975.

Vijay Mallya arrested in London, gets bail

Vijay Mallya arrested in London, gets bail

Rediff.com20 Apr 2017

India had given a formal extradition request for Mallya as per the Extradition Treaty between India and the UK through a note verbale on February 8

'We Sometimes Underestimate Our Parents'

'We Sometimes Underestimate Our Parents'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

'But when we actually express ourselves, sometimes our parents can surprise us, because they just love their children.' 'Sometimes it's just that simple. That is what I wanted to show in this film.'

Brics likely to focus on closer energy partnerships among members

Brics likely to focus on closer energy partnerships among members

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

The 16th Brics Summit beginning Tuesday in Kazan, Russia, is expected to see more focus on creating a sharper energy policy for Brics that ensures closer partnership among members in both energy security and energy transition, official sources said. The same is expected to be a part of the Kazan declaration, currently being negotiated, they added.

Britain's King Charles visits Bengaluru for Ayurvedic treatment

Britain's King Charles visits Bengaluru for Ayurvedic treatment

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Britain's King Charles is on a personal visit to Bengaluru where he is staying at a sprawling integrative medical facility near Whitefield, sources said on Wednesday.

Sunaks let dog off leash in park, police reminds them of rules

Sunaks let dog off leash in park, police reminds them of rules

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

The 42-year-old Indian-origin prime minister and his family were filmed apparently breaking the rules of Hyde Park in central London.

14 injured in London 5-star hotel gas explosion

14 injured in London 5-star hotel gas explosion

Rediff.com22 Nov 2014

At least 14 people have been injured in what is suspected to be a gas explosion at a 5-star hotel in central London, prompting authorities to evacuate over 500 guests from the posh hotel and launch an investigation.

Why is SC library's 'Lady Justice' statue unique?

Why is SC library's 'Lady Justice' statue unique?

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

The Supreme Court of India has a new 'Lady Justice' -- a six-foot-tall sculpture in the judges' library holding scales in one hand and the Constitution in the other sans the sword.

London Bridge attackers 'had taken large quantities of steroids'

London Bridge attackers 'had taken large quantities of steroids'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2018

The three men, identified as Pakistan born Khurram Shazad Butt, Moroccan-origin Rachid Redouane and Moroccon-Italian Yousef Zaghba, all had high levels of a drug called DHEA in their system, according to a toxicologist report presented at a pre-inquest hearing at the Old Bailey court in London.