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Lottery King Santiago Martin's kin in poll fray from 3 different parties

Lottery King Santiago Martin's kin in poll fray from 3 different parties

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Members of lottery 'king' Santiago Martin's family are contesting in the Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Assembly elections through three different political parties.

Jewish men stabbed near London synagogue; police probe terror link

Jewish men stabbed near London synagogue; police probe terror link

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Two Jewish men were stabbed near a synagogue in north-west London, in an attack declared by police as a 'terrorist' incident. A 45-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

US Army chief ousted amid war in Iran, former Hegseth aide takes charge

US Army chief ousted amid war in Iran, former Hegseth aide takes charge

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

The decision marks a significant leadership transition as the administration seeks a commander who 'will implement Donald Trump and Hegseth's vision for the Army'.

Modi presents 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' to King Charles

Modi presents 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' to King Charles

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a tree sapling to King Charles III as part of his 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' environmental initiative during their meeting at Sandringham Estate.

2 killed in UK synagogue terrorist attack; suspect shot dead

2 killed in UK synagogue terrorist attack; suspect shot dead

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

A stabbing and car attack at a synagogue in Manchester on Yom Kippur has been declared a terrorist incident. Two people are dead, and several others are injured. Police shot the suspect dead.

H-1B Visa: Why Nvidia Will Pay $100,000 For Talent

H-1B Visa: Why Nvidia Will Pay $100,000 For Talent

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

'As one of many immigrants at Nvidia, I know the opportunities we've found in America have profoundly shaped our lives.'

Why Is The US So Fond Of Asim Munir?

Why Is The US So Fond Of Asim Munir?

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Sections in the US State Department and Pentagon have always felt more comfortable dealing with all powerful Pakistani generals instead of elected civilians, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W.

Graft charges: UK ex-minister Tulip seeks meet with B'desh chief advisor

Graft charges: UK ex-minister Tulip seeks meet with B'desh chief advisor

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

Yunus will meet King Charles and see Keir Starmer in Downing Street during his four-day visit to the UK from June 10-13.

Bikini Killer Charles Sobhraj deported to France

Bikini Killer Charles Sobhraj deported to France

Rediff.com24 Dec 2022

His release from the central prison on Thursday was delayed by a day as the Department of Immigration, where Sobhraj was to be sent for deportation, did not have a separate room ready for him.

When I Received My OBE From Prince Charles

When I Received My OBE From Prince Charles

Rediff.com11 Jun 2022

'After greeting Prince Charles with a traditional bow, moving away from protocol, I also did a namaste, which HRH reciprocated twice -- once before the award presentation and the second time just before I left him.'

Rishi Sunak appointed UK's prime minister by King Charles III

Rishi Sunak appointed UK's prime minister by King Charles III

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

Rishi Sunak on Tuesday scripted history when he was appointed by King Charles III as Britain's first Indian-origin prime minister after being elected unopposed as the new leader of the governing Conservative Party on Diwali.

'Moved beyond measure': King Charles thanks people before Queen's funeral

'Moved beyond measure': King Charles thanks people before Queen's funeral

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

"Over the last 10 days, my wife and I have been so deeply touched by the many messages of condolence and support we have received from this country and across the world," Charles said in a statement

Hockey India league is back in a new avatar!

Hockey India league is back in a new avatar!

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Hockey India League will return after seven long years in a new avatar, where both the men's and women's teams will participate in the event, starting on December 28.

Understand Russian feeling; will acquire Canada: Trump's big remarks

Understand Russian feeling; will acquire Canada: Trump's big remarks

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

United States President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday said that he understands the Russian feeling with NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organisation) being on their doorstep.

After riots, UK to train school kids to spot fake news

After riots, UK to train school kids to spot fake news

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

Schoolchildren will be taught how to spot extremist content and fake news online under proposed changes to the curriculum in the wake of far-right riots across United Kingdom cities fuelled by misinformation on social media.

Rishi Sunak's Final Speech As PM

Rishi Sunak's Final Speech As PM

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

'I have heard your anger, disappointment and I take responsibility for this loss,' Rishi Sunak said in his brief speech at 10, Downing Street.

'I can't bear the media': Charles

'I can't bear the media': Charles

Rediff.com31 Mar 2005

His Press secretary said Prince Charles was upset over pictures of his son William with university friend Kate Middleton at a Swiss Ski resort.

India takes note of Pak Army chief's meetings in Washington

India takes note of Pak Army chief's meetings in Washington

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

The Pakistan Army chief arrived in Washington last week on his first official visit to the US.

Prince Charles snubs China, to skip Olympics

Prince Charles snubs China, to skip Olympics

Rediff.com28 Jan 2008

Britain's Prince Charles has refused to attend the Olympic Games in Beijing this summer, The Telegraph, London has reported. The paper said the Prince of Wales made his decision known to campaigners for a free Tibet, who had been calling on him to show solidarity with those who believe the Games risk obscuring China's human rights record.

PM Sunak ends speculation, announces UK election on July 4

PM Sunak ends speculation, announces UK election on July 4

Rediff.com23 May 2024

In an address from the lectern on the steps of 10 Downing Street on a rainy London evening, Britain's first Prime Minister of Indian heritage confirmed a summer poll in six weeks' time and that the Parliament would soon be dissolved after he formally informed King Charles III of the election timeline.

The World's First Suicide Bomber

The World's First Suicide Bomber

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

On the night of July 5, the Tigers launched their first kamikaze operation. Miller took the wheels of the explosive-packed truck, smiled at everyone as he turned the ignition key and drove it slowly towards the Sri Lankan military camp. A few moments later all of Jaffna heard a thunderous explosion that brought the complex crashing down in clouds of dust. Miller had given birth to a deadly tactic that Prabhakaran would employ time and again with devastating consequences to Sri Lanka -- and India. A fascinating excerpt from M R Narayan Swamy's must read new book, The Rout Of Prabhakaran.

Prince Charles earns more but pays less tax!

Prince Charles earns more but pays less tax!

Rediff.com1 Jul 2008

According to the annual review for Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall, the king-in-waiting managed to slash his income tax bill by 5,000 pounds after some astute accounting, The Daily Telegraph reported.

PM Modi meets Britain's May, Prince Charles, Queen

PM Modi meets Britain's May, Prince Charles, Queen

Rediff.com18 Apr 2018

After a busy day in Stockholm, Sweden, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in the United Kingdom on Wednesday. PM Modi is in London to attend the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting. The PM will also have a top-level meeting with Britain's Prime Minister Theresa May as well as a meeting with Queen Elizabeth II at the Buckingham Palace. Here's a glimpse of NaMo's busy English day.

US Commerce Secretary meets Mumbai Dabbawallas

US Commerce Secretary meets Mumbai Dabbawallas

Rediff.com11 Feb 2011

The city's Dabbawallas, who had once caught the fancy of Prince Charles for their super-efficient tiffin-delivery system, today shared the tricks of their trade with US Commerce Secretary Gary Locke.

UK PM, health secretary test positive for COVID-19

UK PM, health secretary test positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com27 Mar 2020

In a video message posted on social media, the British prime minister said that he will continue to lead the United Kingdom government's response to the deadly virus, which has claimed 578 lives.

Beware! China, Pakistan's Bangladesh Games

Beware! China, Pakistan's Bangladesh Games

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

Bangladesh is in turmoil, which is not good news for India, which shares a porous 4000 km border with it. There is a danger of fundamentalism growing there, and India has to move in to reset its ties with the new dispensation before China and Pakistan make capital out of it, alerts Ramesh Menon.

UK Home Secy quits over nanny

UK Home Secy quits over nanny

Rediff.com16 Dec 2004

David Blunkett resigned after an e-mail emerged showing that a visa application for his ex-lover's nanny had been fast-tracked by his office.

Apple on snooping row: Can't say it's state sponsored

Apple on snooping row: Can't say it's state sponsored

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

iPhone-maker Apple Inc on Tuesday said it does not attribute threat notifications, such as the ones received by some MPs belonging to Opposition parties, to any specific state-sponsored attackers and that it cannot provide information on what causes such warnings.

Scoop: Was Prince Andrew Really Guilty?

Scoop: Was Prince Andrew Really Guilty?

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

Scoop seems like they conclude he is but Vaihayasi Pande Daniel recommends that you watch the film to find out for yourselves.

Standing tall: Charles Correa's ICONIC buildings

Standing tall: Charles Correa's ICONIC buildings

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

India's greatest contemporary architects Charles Correa died on Tuesday night at the age of 84. He was best known for his "open-to-sky" designs, which were reflected in some of his famous projects. Rediff.com takes a look at some popular buildings that got the Correa touch.

Sonia asks Meghalaya CM to step down

Sonia asks Meghalaya CM to step down

Rediff.com7 Mar 2007

The decision to change the leadership in faction-ridden ruling Congress in Meghalaya came just five days ahead of the budget session of the assembly.

Indian community in UK lauded

Indian community in UK lauded

Rediff.com16 Nov 2005

Britain waters down anti-terror law

Britain waters down anti-terror law

Rediff.com7 Oct 2005

Britain waters down anti-terror law

In a first, US naval ship comes to Indian shipyard for repair

In a first, US naval ship comes to Indian shipyard for repair

Rediff.com8 Aug 2022

New Delhi had proposed during the 2+2 dialogue in April that the US navy could avail of the services and expertise of Indian shipyards.

Are you single? No UK visa for you

Are you single? No UK visa for you

Rediff.com3 Jun 2005

UK: More extremists to be expelled

UK: More extremists to be expelled

Rediff.com16 Aug 2005

Queen Elizabeth II dies: What happens next?

Queen Elizabeth II dies: What happens next?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

The death of the Queen is known in official circles in the United Kingdom as Operation London Bridge, the protocol for which has been triggered when Buckingham Palace announced the death of the 96-year-old monarch on Thursday evening.

Google India appoints Niti Ayog's Archana Gulati as head of public policy

Google India appoints Niti Ayog's Archana Gulati as head of public policy

Rediff.com4 May 2022

Internet major Google has appointed former joint secretary at Niti Aayog Archana Gulati as head of public policy in India. A Google spokesperson confirmed the appointment. Messages sent to Gulati elicited no immediate reply. Gulati was looking after digital communications policy matters at the government think tank and took voluntary retirement in April last year.

A US President Bids His Wife Farewell

A US President Bids His Wife Farewell

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Guests at the memorial service were startled to see former President Jimmy Carter, all of 99 and in hospice care, attend the ceremony for his beloved Rosa to whom he had been married to for 77 years.

Stalin, Tamil Nadu's own Prince Charles

Stalin, Tamil Nadu's own Prince Charles

Rediff.com9 Mar 2015

Will the 2016 assembly election be Stalin's to lead the DMK in?