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Cameron to be quizzed over phone-hacking scandal

Cameron to be quizzed over phone-hacking scandal

Rediff.com20 Jul 2011

British Prime Minister David Cameron will be grilled by Parliament on Wednesday about a phone-hacking scandal that has rocked the British establishment. Cameron cut short his visit to Africa on Tuesday to join parliamentarians in debating the phone-hacking issue and answer lawmakers' scrutiny over his links to Rupert Murdoch's media empire in a special session of House of Commons.

UK PM Cameron to meet Manmohan Singh on Sunday

UK PM Cameron to meet Manmohan Singh on Sunday

Rediff.com25 Jun 2010

New British Prime Minister David Cameron will meet his Indian counterpart in Toronto on Sunday on the sidelines of the G-20 Summit, his first after assuming office last month. Cameron, who heads the Conservative-Liberal Democrats coalition government, will meet Singh to take forward his administration's commitment made in the Queen's Speech to 'work to establish a new special relationship with India.'

Cameron aims to 'steal' fighter deal from France: Report

Cameron aims to 'steal' fighter deal from France: Report

Rediff.com17 Feb 2013

British Prime Minister David Cameron will attempt to 'steal' a six billion pound Indian defence contract from under the nose of French President Francois Hollande when he visits New Delhi this week, according to a media report.

PIX: Cameron vows strong remedial action

PIX: Cameron vows strong remedial action

Rediff.com11 Aug 2011

An uneasy calm prevailed over Britain's cities on Thursday after four days of rioting and looting, with security being beefed up and a stern warning from Prime Minister David Cameron that law and order will be restored at any cost.

Obama bonds with Cameron over basketball, hot dog

Obama bonds with Cameron over basketball, hot dog

Rediff.com14 Mar 2012

United States President Barack Obama and British Prime Minister David Cameron on Tuesday enjoyed a game of the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Men's Basketball Tournament between Mississippi Valley State and Western Kentucky at the University of Dayton in Arena, Ohio.

Cameron on back foot in 'cash for access' scandal

Cameron on back foot in 'cash for access' scandal

Rediff.com27 Mar 2012

British Prime Minister David Cameron on Tuesday released the names of multi-millionaires who donated funds to the Conservative party and were entertained in his official Downing Street residence, amid mounting pressure for a full probe after a top party official quit for trying to sell access to him.

ISI chief cancels UK visit over Cameron's warning

ISI chief cancels UK visit over Cameron's warning

Rediff.com31 Jul 2010

Inter State Intelligence chief Lt Gen Shuja Pasha has cancelled a scheduled visit to Britain in protest against Prime Minister David Cameron's remarks that Pakistan must stop promoting "export of terror," though President Asif Ali Zardari will go ahead with a planned trip to London next week.

Cameron makes 'big' offer to king-maker Clegg

Cameron makes 'big' offer to king-maker Clegg

Rediff.com7 May 2010

Conservative leader David Cameron, whose party has secured the largest number of seats and highest percentage of votes, is expected to form the next government in Britain that is set for an India-style coalition politics after no party won an overall majority.

Conveyed our concerns on chopper deal to Cameron, says PM

Conveyed our concerns on chopper deal to Cameron, says PM

Rediff.com19 Feb 2013

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Tuesday said that he conveyed India's concerns about the alleged unethical means used in securing the 2010 contract for AgustaWestland helicopters to British Prime David Cameron, and added that the latter has assured him of his government's cooperation in the investigations.

First Look: British PM Cameron at English Premier League match

First Look: British PM Cameron at English Premier League match

Rediff.com26 Sep 2011

Britain's Prime Minister David Cameron watches the English Premier League match between Queens Park Rangers and Aston Villa with his son Arthur at Loftus Road in London on Sunday.

Cameron vows to crush riots; 16,000 cops deployed

Cameron vows to crush riots; 16,000 cops deployed

Rediff.com9 Aug 2011

With violence spreading to cities across London and other major cities, British Prime Minister David Cameron has vowed to unleash the full force of law on "thugs" and ordered the deployment of 16,000 police personnel in riot-hit areas to maintain law and order.

UK needs to abandon multiculturalism, says Cameron

UK needs to abandon multiculturalism, says Cameron

Rediff.com5 Feb 2011

Britain's experiment with multiculturalism has "failed" to prevent the radicalisation of Muslims by hindering their integration into the British society, Prime Minister David Cameron said on Saturday.

British PM Cameron on charm offensive ahead of India tour

British PM Cameron on charm offensive ahead of India tour

Rediff.com14 Feb 2013

British Prime Minister David Cameron launched a charm offensive ahead to his high-profile visit to India, stating that he is a fan of Sachin Tendulkar and relished "pretty hot" curries.

Cameron suffers stinging defeat over EU budget cut

Cameron suffers stinging defeat over EU budget cut

Rediff.com1 Nov 2012

British Prime Minister David Cameron suffered a stinging parliamentary defeat over Europe after Conservative rebels joined the Labour opposition to demand a cut in the European Union budget. The defeat on Wednesday night came after more than 50 rebels from the ruling party joined Labour Members of Parliament in supporting a demand for real-terms reductions in spending by the European Union. The government was defeated by 307 votes to 294, a majority of 13.

WTC Final PIX: Aussies tighten grip on Day 2

WTC Final PIX: Aussies tighten grip on Day 2

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Australia took the upper hand in the World Test Championship final against South Africa at Lord's, ending day two on 144-8 in their second innings with a lead of 218 runs after wickets tumbled freely again on Thursday.

Regret Brexit, not decision to hold referendum: Cameron

Regret Brexit, not decision to hold referendum: Cameron

Rediff.com3 Dec 2016

The former British PM, who held three referendums in his tenure, said although he has regrets over Brexit, he still supports the process where people's participation is taken into consideration before arriving at such major decisions.

British PM Cameron apologises for 1989 stadium disaster

British PM Cameron apologises for 1989 stadium disaster

Rediff.com12 Sep 2012

British Prime Minister David Cameron said on Wednesday he is "profoundly sorry" for failures and cover-ups in the wake of the 1989 Hillsborough soccer disaster in which 96 spectators died after a crowd crush in the stadium.

Cameron chairs 'emotional' cabinet meeting last time as UK PM

Cameron chairs 'emotional' cabinet meeting last time as UK PM

Rediff.com13 Jul 2016

An "emotional" British Prime Minister David Cameron on Tuesday chaired his last cabinet meeting before handing over the baton to Theresa May who will assume charge on Wednesday, becoming the United Kingdom's second woman premier after Margaret Thatcher.

Why Cameron's promises to Indian students don't cut ice

Why Cameron's promises to Indian students don't cut ice

Rediff.com15 Nov 2013

Britain needs to control unskilled immigration, but extant rules dissuade even the 'best and brightest' of students that it seeks to attract.

Aussies still unsure of openers before WTC Final

Aussies still unsure of openers before WTC Final

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Australia's opening partnership has been the subject of much debate since David Warner retired and remains unresolved less than a month before the World Test Championship final against South Africa.

WTC Final PIX: Thrilling day of cricket at Lord's!

WTC Final PIX: Thrilling day of cricket at Lord's!

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Pat Cummins tore through South Africa before a Proteas fightback left the ICC World Test Championship Final 2025 on a knife-edge at the end of an absorbing second day at Lord's.

Amnesty asks Cameron to 'raise red flags', not just red carpet for Modi

Amnesty asks Cameron to 'raise red flags', not just red carpet for Modi

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

The human rights organisation highlighted that over 10,000 organisations had been 'de-registered' over the last year in India.

'Is David Warner's time up?'

'Is David Warner's time up?'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

Australia could promote Travis Head to open in Warner's place to make room for Green's inclusion along with Marsh.

Sarfaraz spills out Pakistan's plan to spoil David Warner's farewell

Sarfaraz spills out Pakistan's plan to spoil David Warner's farewell

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

Pakistan's experienced wicketkeeper-batter Sarfaraz Ahmed laid out the team's plans to ruin Australia's star batter David Warner's farewell Test series.

Cameron has made the right noises on India

Cameron has made the right noises on India

Rediff.com30 Jul 2010

The Conservatives have been clear about India being a priority for the UK since David Cameron's visit to India in 2006. This sentiment was reflected in the queen's address to the British parliament last month where she laid out the new government's agenda of working 'to establish a new 'special relationship' with India'. This was significant because no other country, not even the US, was mentioned by name.

What Was Kohli Trying To Do?!

What Was Kohli Trying To Do?!

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

Virat Kohli imitates Cameron Bancroft's infamous sandpaper gate incident.

China suspends talks with UK over Cameron-Dalai Lama meet

China suspends talks with UK over Cameron-Dalai Lama meet

Rediff.com13 Jun 2012

China has reportedly suspended minister-level meetings with the United Kingdom in protest against Prime Minister David Cameron's decision to meet the Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama.

Cameron says he will ask Lanka to investigate rights abuses

Cameron says he will ask Lanka to investigate rights abuses

Rediff.com7 Nov 2013

British Prime Minister David Cameron on Thursday said he will demand that Sri Lankan government independently and transparently investigate alleged war crimes and allegations of continuing human rights abuses in the country.

'For heaven's sake man, go', Cameron tells Corbyn

'For heaven's sake man, go', Cameron tells Corbyn

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

Britain's outgoing Prime Minister David Cameron on Wednesday asked opposition Labour party's embattled leader Jeremy Corbyn to step down in the national interest, saying "for heaven's sake man, go".

Is Cameron willing to take a risk with India?

Is Cameron willing to take a risk with India?

Rediff.com27 Jul 2010

A new India-UK relationship would need to include an annual strategic dialogue, cooperation on counter terror and enlarging the role of the G-20, writes Rahul Roy-Chaudhury

Antony not part of PM's team holding talks with Cameron

Antony not part of PM's team holding talks with Cameron

Rediff.com19 Feb 2013

Defence Minister A K Antony is not part of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's delegation that will hold talks with British Prime Minister David Cameron during which defence deals are expected to come up for discussion.

The woman in salwar kameez in Cameron's Cabinet

The woman in salwar kameez in Cameron's Cabinet

Rediff.com14 May 2010

She is the only woman to wear the famous Asian outfit salwar kameez in David Cameron's Cabinet.

Top Performer: Cameron Green's All-Round Brilliance

Top Performer: Cameron Green's All-Round Brilliance

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

Cameron Green's all-round heroics lead Mumbai Indians to victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad.

'Phir ek baar Cameron sarkar': UK PM woos Indian-origin voters

'Phir ek baar Cameron sarkar': UK PM woos Indian-origin voters

Rediff.com5 May 2015

Cameron, on the last leg of campaigning for the May 7 general election, also hailed Modi as a 'dynamic' leader who is 'taking India forward'.

Obama, Cameron vow to prevent Iran from getting N-weapons

Obama, Cameron vow to prevent Iran from getting N-weapons

Rediff.com15 Mar 2012

United States President Barack Obama and visiting British Prime Minister David Cameron on Wednesday pledged to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, but noted that there is still time and space for diplomatic options which is shrinking.

Cameron hails 'partner' India in post-Brexit statement

Cameron hails 'partner' India in post-Brexit statement

Rediff.com28 Jun 2016

UK's outgoing Prime Minister David Cameron on Monday hailed "important partner" India in his first Parliament statement since the country voted for leaving the EU and said Britain must not turn its back on Europe or the rest of the world.

Cameron slammed Pak in India as a promise to US

Cameron slammed Pak in India as a promise to US

Rediff.com1 Dec 2010

British Prime Minister David Cameron's remark during his India visit in June about Pakistan looking "both ways" in the war against terrorism was in line with his party's promise to America to act tough on Islamabad, the Guardian reported on Wednesday.

Cameron pledges to 'stand together' with Pak on terrorism

Cameron pledges to 'stand together' with Pak on terrorism

Rediff.com30 Jun 2013

Britain's Prime Minister David Cameron on Sunday promised to "stand together" with Pakistan in the war against terrorism and nudged his counterpart Nawaz Sharif to help clinch a peace deal with Afghanistan before NATO's withdrawal from the war-torn nation next year.

Turning Point: Tim David's destructive knock sinks Royals

Turning Point: Tim David's destructive knock sinks Royals

Rediff.com1 May 2023

David relied on his experience and formed an unbeaten match-winning partnership of 62 runs with Tilak Varma.

UK should 'try and be as close to the EU as we can be': Cameron

UK should 'try and be as close to the EU as we can be': Cameron

Rediff.com13 Jul 2016

Outgoing British Prime Minister David Cameron on Wednesday said that post-Brexit the United Kingdom should "try and be as close to the European Union as we can be".