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NEVER happens in India: UK PM has to wait in queue!

NEVER happens in India: UK PM has to wait in queue!

Rediff.com4 Jul 2012

"I am in the middle of serving somebody," a waitress at a United Kingdom coffee shop told David Cameron as she failed to recognise the prime minister and scolded him for jumping the queue. Cameron was on his way to the Armed Forces Day celebrations in Plymouth when he decided to stop for a coffee. He stunned locals by strolling into the Sandwich Box Plus cafe.

Both India and Pakistan very important to us: UK

Both India and Pakistan very important to us: UK

Rediff.com6 Apr 2011

British Prime Minister David Cameron on Tuesday called on India and Pakistan to strengthen their peace process and trade relations, saying the time is ripe for the two countries to replace the mistrust of the past with opportunities for mutual progress.Cameron, who made a day-long visit to Islamabad at the invitation of Prime Minister Yusuf Raza Gilani, said Britain wants a strong relationship with both India and Pakistan.

Green puts his hand up for selection after recovery

Green puts his hand up for selection after recovery

Rediff.com15 Jul 2023

'It was nice to have a bit of a break.'

British PM threatens Gaddafi with military action

British PM threatens Gaddafi with military action

Rediff.com1 Mar 2011

As intense fighting brought Libya close to a civil war, British Prime Minister David Cameron has threatened the country's strongman Muammar Gaddafi with military action by imposing a no-fly zone and also suggested English troops could be involved in peacekeeping in the strife-torn nation.

The young rule the world!

The young rule the world!

Rediff.com13 May 2010

Grey hair and seniority are no longer criterion to rule countries; the latest in the growing list of young leaders is British Prime Minister David Cameron.

UK heads for 'coalition of the losers'

UK heads for 'coalition of the losers'

Rediff.com10 May 2010

The Tories and Liberal Democrats edged closer to a deal on coalition formation that might result in Conservative Party leader David Cameron enter Downing Street, even as reports emerged that United Kingdom Premier Gordon Brown had launched a last-minute bid to woo kingmaker Nick Clegg. Cameron appeared confident of winning Lib Dem leader Clegg's support after continued negotiations on Sunday night for a belt-tightening economic plan.

Smith set to take over opener's role as Australia face inexperienced Windies

Smith set to take over opener's role as Australia face inexperienced Windies

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Pat Cummins confirmed Australia's new-look batting line-up on Tuesday with Steve Smith to open and Cameron Green at number four in the team to face West Indies in the first Test at Adelaide Oval from Wednesday.

Won't invade Libya as it could alienate Arabs: UK

Won't invade Libya as it could alienate Arabs: UK

Rediff.com18 Apr 2011

British Prime Minister David Cameron has ruled out invading Libya against a United Nations mandate, amid concerns that the forces of Colonel Muammar Gaddafi were using cluster bombs to gain control over rebel strongholds.

'It's unacceptable. Pak must eliminate Lashkar'

'It's unacceptable. Pak must eliminate Lashkar'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2010

Unfazed by Pakistan's angry reaction, British Prime Minister David Cameron has said that the existence of terror groups like Lashkar-e-Tayiba on its soil was "not acceptable" and it must eliminate them to end terrorism in India.

US journalist's brutal execution shocks the world

US journalist's brutal execution shocks the world

Rediff.com21 Aug 2014

The cold-blooded murder of American journalist James Foley has sent shockwaves around the world.

NaMo's stunning Wembley bash

NaMo's stunning Wembley bash

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to make one of his rock-star style appearances at London's famous Wembley Stadium on Friday during his ongoing visit to the United Kingdom.

Facing India at home 'internal motivator' for under fire Smith

Facing India at home 'internal motivator' for under fire Smith

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

'I don't think it's deserved. I think he'll be able to work through that. It's a new challenge for him, a new position.'

Stoinis bolsters Aussie batting lineup for SA clash

Stoinis bolsters Aussie batting lineup for SA clash

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

Australian team will be aiming to put up a much better batting performance with a rejigged playing eleven against an upbeat South Africa

Modi to share dossier on UK-based Sikh radicals with Cameron

Modi to share dossier on UK-based Sikh radicals with Cameron

Rediff.com12 Nov 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to ask Britain to take strong action against Sikh groups trying to revive the demand for a separate Khalistan and their attempts to radicalise Sikh youth besides giving them training on how to make bombs.

Steven Smith's stats shut down doubters

Steven Smith's stats shut down doubters

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

Smith carried his bat with an unbeaten 91 in a losing cause in Brisbane.

'Indian or Chinese could be next IMF chief'

'Indian or Chinese could be next IMF chief'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2011

British Prime Minister David Cameron on Tuesday said an Indian or Chinese could be the next chief of the International Monetary Fund, and played down the chances of his predecessor Gordon Brown taking over the key position.

UK mulls setting up joint task force with India

UK mulls setting up joint task force with India

Rediff.com1 Jul 2010

Britain is "actively" exploring ways to set up a joint task-force with India during Prime Minister David Cameron's State Visit to New Delhi this month-end in an effort to forge "a partnership for the 21st century."

UK in the grip of 'Clegg-mania'

UK in the grip of 'Clegg-mania'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2010

Just a week ago, the leader of the United Kingdom's opposition Conservative Party was an overwhelming favourite to topple Gordon Brown's ruling Labour government in the 2010 UK general elections on April 6.

PIX: Ton-up Jacks, Kohli power RCB to easy win over GT

PIX: Ton-up Jacks, Kohli power RCB to easy win over GT

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

IMAGES from the IPL match between Gujarat Titans and Royal Challengers Bengaluru played in Ahmedabad on Sunday

'We Have An Indian Tiger That Needs To Be Uncaged'

'We Have An Indian Tiger That Needs To Be Uncaged'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

'What's sad today is that there are so many people who cannot find work, not because the country is devoid of that opportunity, but because we are not doing enough in the country.'

Was Karn Sharma's The Best Catch? Vote!

Was Karn Sharma's The Best Catch? Vote!

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Karn Sharma's brilliant effort in the field saw Axar Patel's strong knock come to an end.

When Daddy Wins A World Cup!

When Daddy Wins A World Cup!

Rediff.com13 Nov 2022

Children, wives, partners celebrated England's T20 World Cup triumph in Melbourne on Sunday evening.

I'd love to sort of turn it around and score some runs: Smith

I'd love to sort of turn it around and score some runs: Smith

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

Australia batter Steve Smith has admitted finding it 'challenging' as an opener in Test cricket but is eager to turn it around after going through a rough patch since taking up the role.

Britain's PM-to-be wants special ties with India

Britain's PM-to-be wants special ties with India

Rediff.com7 May 2010

David Cameron, the man most likely to take over as the next Prime Minister of Britain, has promised to forge a "new special relationship" with India and support India's bid for a seat in the UN Security council.

Australian cricketers forced to wear neck protectors

Australian cricketers forced to wear neck protectors

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

Australian cricketers will have to wear neck protectors on helmets when facing fast or medium pace bowling from October

Half of investments in emerging markets go via tax havens

Half of investments in emerging markets go via tax havens

Rediff.com23 May 2013

A number of US MNCs, including Apple, Google, Amazon and Starbucks have faced criticism for tax avoidance.

Sachin is the greatest of all times, admits British PM

Sachin is the greatest of all times, admits British PM

Rediff.com14 Nov 2013

British Prime Minister David Cameron described the Master Blaster as "the greatest of all times" and wished him good luck for his ongoing 200th Test match against the West Indies in Mumbai.

PHOTOS: Lights go out to honour WWI heroes

PHOTOS: Lights go out to honour WWI heroes

Rediff.com5 Aug 2014

Lights across Britain switched off for an hour on Monday night in a tribute to the dead of World War I.

UK PM raps Facebook over tribute page for murderer

UK PM raps Facebook over tribute page for murderer

Rediff.com15 Jul 2010

Facebook has turned down a plea by British Prime Minister David Cameron for the removal of a webpage paying tribute to gunman Raoul Moat on the social networking site.Moat, a former convict, had gone on a killing spree in the quiet region of Newcastle in July.He had shot his ex-girlfriend Samantha Stobbart, her new partner Chris Brown and police officer David Rathband. Brown was killed, Stobbart was critically injured and Rathband was blinded in the attack.

Why is Travis Head ruling himself out of the Test opener role?

Why is Travis Head ruling himself out of the Test opener role?

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Australia's star batter Travis Head believes opening the batting in Test cricket is a "specialist job" and has ruled himself out of contention to replace veteran David Warner.

11 Best Spells of IPL 2024

11 Best Spells of IPL 2024

Rediff.com21 May 2024

A look at the XI Best Spells of the league stages of IPL 2024.

'Best feeling ever' to watch Andy make history: Judy Murray

'Best feeling ever' to watch Andy make history: Judy Murray

Rediff.com8 Jul 2013

New Wimbledon champion Andy Murray's mother Judy has revealed that it was the best feeling ever to watch her son enter the history books at the All England Lawn Tennis Club.

'Don't think anyone has the right to choose farewell Tests'

'Don't think anyone has the right to choose farewell Tests'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

Former Australian cricketer Simon O'Donnell is not in favour of opening batter David Warner getting a farewell Test, saying no one should have the right to pick and choose the venue and date of his choice.

British PM publishes personal tax returns amid Panama Papers row

British PM publishes personal tax returns amid Panama Papers row

Rediff.com10 Apr 2016

The disclosure comes hours after Cameron admitted that he could have handled the tax row arising out of the Panama Papers leak "better", saying he will imminently publish details of his personal tax affairs.

World leaders mourn Margaret Thatcher's death

World leaders mourn Margaret Thatcher's death

Rediff.com8 Apr 2013

Britain's first woman Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher may have divided opinion during her lifetime but her death i8n London on Friday attracted a unanimous outpouring of tributes across the globe and the country.

Britain withdrawing diplomatic staff from Iran

Britain withdrawing diplomatic staff from Iran

Rediff.com30 Nov 2011

Britain is pulling out all its diplomats from Iran, a day after its embassy in the country was stormed by protesters who ransacked the compound, evoking outrage worldwide.

Pak PM Ashraf in Afghanistan on peace agenda

Pak PM Ashraf in Afghanistan on peace agenda

Rediff.com19 Jul 2012

Ashraf, who was accompanied by Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar, Interior Ministry chief Rehman Malik, said he would raise the issue of cross-border attacks from Afghanistan on Pakistan with the Afghan leadership

'UK needs migrants, migrants need UK'

'UK needs migrants, migrants need UK'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2012

After education and industry leaders petitioned Prime Minister David Cameron with figures that international students brought 8 billion pounds annually to the British economy, 10 Downing Street has indicated that 'The prime minister understands these arguments and is definitely considering a change of policy.'

Unilever to set up deodorant plant in Maharashtra

Unilever to set up deodorant plant in Maharashtra

Rediff.com18 Feb 2013

The plant is one of the 30 new factories being built by the FMCG major.