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PICS: Djokovic's hopes crushed as Federer serves up a masterclass

PICS: Djokovic's hopes crushed as Federer serves up a masterclass

Rediff.com15 Nov 2019

Roger Federer lit up the O2 Arena with a dazzling 6-4, 6-3 defeat of Novak Djokovic to hand the Serb an early ATP Finals exit and wreck his bid to end the year ranked number one on Thursday.

Luton's Lockyer 'doing very well' after cardiac arrest

Luton's Lockyer 'doing very well' after cardiac arrest

Rediff.com31 Dec 2023

Luton Town captain Tom Lockyer said on Sunday he was "doing very well" after he suffered a cardiac arrest during a Premier League match at Bournemouth earlier this month.

Will heal weariness in the heart, says UK PM Starmer in first speech

Will heal weariness in the heart, says UK PM Starmer in first speech

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

Keir Starmer, in his first speech as the UK's new prime minister, on Friday pledged to heal the "weariness in the heart" of Britain and rebuild the country after a landslide Labour victory in the general election.

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

When the world wears a white blanket...

Wimbledon PIX: Sabalenka, Siegemund Book QF Berth

Wimbledon PIX: Sabalenka, Siegemund Book QF Berth

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Pavlyuchenkova beats Kartal to reach last eight despite line-calling glitch

Wimbledon: Osaka overcomes spirited Gibson to advance

Wimbledon: Osaka overcomes spirited Gibson to advance

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

Pain free Vondrousova getting old magic back on grass

End of an era: Wimbledon says goodbye to line judges

End of an era: Wimbledon says goodbye to line judges

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

The sight of immaculately-dressed line judges standing or crouching at the side and back of the grass courts has been a feature at the Grand Slam for 147 years.

The NaMo fan club at Wembley

The NaMo fan club at Wembley

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

The Wembley stadium, which has a seating capacity of 60,000, is house-full. The Indian Diaspora is handing the Indian prime Minister a smashing reception.

Unseeded Vondrousova upsets Ons Jabeur to win Wimbledon

Unseeded Vondrousova upsets Ons Jabeur to win Wimbledon

Rediff.com15 Jul 2023

Unseeded Marketa Vondrousova of the Czech Republic stunned Tunisia's Ons Jabeur 6-4 6-4 to win the Wimbledon women's singles final on Saturday.

City boss Pep Guardiola's trophy cabinet

City boss Pep Guardiola's trophy cabinet

Rediff.com12 May 2019

Major trophies won by Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola in his managerial career:

Vodafone raises stake in VIL to 47.61%

Vodafone raises stake in VIL to 47.61%

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

British telecom major Vodafone has raised its stake in debt-ridden Vodafone Idea Limited to 47.61 per cent through its subsidiary Prime Metals, a regulatory filing said on Monday. The company earlier held 44.39 per cent stake in Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL). "Prime Metals held 2,18,55,26,081 equity shares, representing 7.61 per cent of the equity share capital, of Vodafone Idea Limited (the "company").

India contacts Iran to free 17 citizens onboard ship seized by Tehran

India contacts Iran to free 17 citizens onboard ship seized by Tehran

Rediff.com13 Apr 2024

Sources are in touch with Iranian authorities through diplomatic channels, both in Tehran and in Delhi.

Vijay Mallya contempt case: SC reserves order on quantum of punishment

Vijay Mallya contempt case: SC reserves order on quantum of punishment

Rediff.com10 Mar 2022

The Supreme Court Thursday reserved verdict on quantum of sentence against fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya, accused in bank loan default case of over Rs 9,000 crore involving his defunct Kingfisher Airlines, in a contempt case where he has been found guilty. A bench comprising Justices U U Lalit, S Ravindra Bhat and P S Narasimha reserved the judgement after hearing senior advocate and amicus curiae Jaideep Gupta on various aspects related to the contempt law. It even permitted the counsel, who was earlier representing Mallya, to file written submissions, if any, in the case by Tuesday.

Indian airlines to operate 8% more weekly flights in winter schedule

Indian airlines to operate 8% more weekly flights in winter schedule

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

Indian airlines will operate a total of 23,732 flights every week during the winter schedule, which is more than 8 per cent higher than the year-ago period, amid rising air traffic demand. The winter schedule 2023 -- effective from October 29 to March 30 next year -- for the scheduled carriers has been approved by aviation regulator DGCA. Go First, which stopped flying from May 3 and is undergoing an insolvency resolution process, will not be having any operations during the winter schedule.

Chelsea outclass Real Madrid, face City in Champions League final

Chelsea outclass Real Madrid, face City in Champions League final

Rediff.com6 May 2021

Thirteen-times European champions Real, who had come through each of their last three Champions League semi-final ties, had been second best for much last week's first leg which ended 1-1.

The odd, odd world around us!

The odd, odd world around us!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2018

We truly live in a wonderfully weird world!

Murray to end legendary career after Paris Games

Murray to end legendary career after Paris Games

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

'Competing for Britain has been by far the most memorable weeks of my career and I'm extremely proud to get to do it one final time'

PIX: Arsenal hang on to beat Spurs, maintain lead; City keep pressure

PIX: Arsenal hang on to beat Spurs, maintain lead; City keep pressure

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

Images from English Premier League matches played on Sunday.

Gauff, Pegula, Zverev Exit Wimbledon!

Gauff, Pegula, Zverev Exit Wimbledon!

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

13 of the men's seeds fell at the first hurdle -- a Wimbledon record since 32 seeds were introduced in 2001.

Pix To Make You SMILE

Pix To Make You SMILE

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

The world is slowly returning to normal... touch wood.

Vodafone sells 18% stake in Indus Towers for Rs 15,300 crore

Vodafone sells 18% stake in Indus Towers for Rs 15,300 crore

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

British telecom player Vodafone on Wednesday said it has sold an 18 per cent stake in Indus Towers for 1.7 billion euro (about Rs 15,300 crore). Meanwhile, Bharti Airtel has increased its stake by acquiring 2.69 crore shares, representing a 1 per cent stake, in Indus Towers. The shares were acquired by Airtel at an average price of Rs 320 apiece, taking the transaction value to Rs 862.38 crore, as per the bulk deal data.

Is this hottie replacing Miss Fox in Transformers?

Is this hottie replacing Miss Fox in Transformers?

Rediff.com24 May 2010

English underwear model Rosie Huntington Whiteley may replace Megan Fox in the next edition of the Transformers movie.

Murray tames Del Potro to retain title

Murray tames Del Potro to retain title

Rediff.com15 Aug 2016

Britain's Andy Murray beat Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro 7-5, 4-6, 6-2, 7-5 in a compelling and gruelling Olympic tennis final on Sunday to become the first player to successfully defend the title.

10,000 Children Killed In 100 Day War

10,000 Children Killed In 100 Day War

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Children in Gaza face life threatening injuries, burns, disease, inadequate medical care, and losing their parents and loved ones.

UK PM's Deputy resigns over bullying allegations

UK PM's Deputy resigns over bullying allegations

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

Sunak had been handed the independent report into allegations made by several civil servants on Thursday and a decision on Raab, who is also the UK Justice Secretary, was anticipated ever since.

'Massacres need to stop!' Salah seeks humanitarian aid

'Massacres need to stop!' Salah seeks humanitarian aid

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah on Wednesday called for an end to what he described as "massacres" in Gaza, saying humanitarian aid must immediately be allowed into the besieged Palestinian enclave.

The Masters of Grand Slams

The Masters of Grand Slams

Rediff.com31 Jul 2018

A Swiss maestro. A Spanish wizard. A Serbian ace.

Djokovic gets the better of Federer again, wins third Wimbledon title

Djokovic gets the better of Federer again, wins third Wimbledon title

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

Novak Djokovic beat Roger Federer for a second year running to retain his Wimbledon title.

2,000 evacuated in UK after major fire near India House, LSE

2,000 evacuated in UK after major fire near India House, LSE

Rediff.com1 Apr 2015

More than 2,000 people were on Wednesday evacuated from buildings in central London as toxic smoke filled the streets after an electrical fault triggered a massive underground fire near the Indian High Commission in London as well as the London School of Economics.

PIX: Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest in FA Cup semis

PIX: Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest in FA Cup semis

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

Images from Saturday's FA Cup quarter-finals.

Shock and awe: Britain reacts to Brexit

Shock and awe: Britain reacts to Brexit

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

As United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union in a historic referendum, scenes of celebration and gloom could be seen across the nation.

What Air India Plans For Its Crews

What Air India Plans For Its Crews

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Some of the proposed policies have been welcomed by pilots and cabin crew, while others have sparked criticism.

'Clients Are In Risk-management Mode'

'Clients Are In Risk-management Mode'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

'Entering India is exciting, but it's also challenging. You have to be prepared for long-term investment.'

China wrestles back top spot from India in MSCI Emerging Market IMI index

China wrestles back top spot from India in MSCI Emerging Market IMI index

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

China has stayed on top for two consecutive months in the MSCI Emerging Markets Investable Market Index (EM IMI), after ceding the position to India in August. At the end of October, China's weight in the key EM gauge stood at 24.72 per cent, up from 21.58 per cent at the end of August. India's weight during this period has slipped to 20.42 per cent from 22.27 per cent.

Miss South Africa is Miss World!

Miss South Africa is Miss World!

Rediff.com15 Dec 2014

South African model, Rolene Strauss is the new Miss World.

Goodbye Maggie!

Goodbye Maggie!

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

The legendary British actress Dame Maggie Smith passed into the green room of eternal performers up in Heaven on Friday, September 27, 2024. She would have turned 90 on December 28.

World Tour Finals PHOTOS: Murray steamrolled by 'exceptional' Federer

World Tour Finals PHOTOS: Murray steamrolled by 'exceptional' Federer

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

Andy Murray avoided a 'double bagel' humiliation by Roger Federer at the ATP Tour finals on Thursday but conceded that even if he had played well he would not have lived with the "exceptional" brilliance of the Swiss.

Wimbledon PIX: Alcaraz cruises; Sabalenka survives

Wimbledon PIX: Alcaraz cruises; Sabalenka survives

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Carlos Alcaraz, 22, reached his eighth Grand Slam semi-final and will continue his quest for a third successive Wimbledon title.

Photos! How people celebrated the longest day of the year

Photos! How people celebrated the longest day of the year

Rediff.com22 Jun 2018

Thousands gathered at the Neolithic monument to welcome the sunrise.

ATP Finals PIX: Zverev tastes first victory over Nadal

ATP Finals PIX: Zverev tastes first victory over Nadal

Rediff.com12 Nov 2019

Tsitsipas had lost all five previous matches against the Russian, but turned the tables in impressive fashion.