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Wimbledon's greatest: Every women's champ since 1884

Wimbledon's greatest: Every women's champ since 1884

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

List of Wimbledon women's singles champions after Iga Swiatek beat Amanda Anisimova in the final on Saturday:

Sardar Patel, The Man Who United India

Sardar Patel, The Man Who United India

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

The rising tide of Indian nationalism meant that the people of princely states now were keen to become a part of a united and integrated India rather than remain subjects of a princely state. The Congress too supported the people's wish and it fell upon Patel to get the princes to agree. He did so magnificently, using every trick available, whether it was sweet talk or coercion; the rulers buckled and Patel earned the eternal gratitude of the entire nation.

Why US Revoked 10-Year-Old Child's Visa!

Why US Revoked 10-Year-Old Child's Visa!

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Alexandre Padilha's daughter and her mother were stripped of their US visas because the Trump administration is incensed that Brazil's current government pursued Trump ally and Brazil's ex-president Jair Bolsonaro to face justice for his role in a 2022 coup attempt.

Starmer, European allies discuss Ukraine ahead of Zelensky's US visit

Starmer, European allies discuss Ukraine ahead of Zelensky's US visit

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer joined European allies in a video call to discuss the Ukraine conflict ahead of President Zelensky's visit to the White House for talks with President Trump.

Royal surprise! Princess Catherine returns to Wimbledon

Royal surprise! Princess Catherine returns to Wimbledon

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

Catherine, Princess of Wales, made a heartfelt return to Centre Court on Saturday, surprising and delighting fans at the Wimbledon women's final-her first at the event since revealing her cancer diagnosis.

Jaguar Land Rover gets UK govt loan guarantee after cyber-attack

Jaguar Land Rover gets UK govt loan guarantee after cyber-attack

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

The UK government on Sunday announced that it will support "iconic British brand" Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) with a loan guarantee of up to 1.5 billion pounds to give certainty to the Tata Motors owned carmaker's supply chain following a devastating cyber-attack. The loan will come from a commercial bank, backed by the Department for Business and Trade's (DBT) Export Development Guarantee (EDG), provided by export credit agency UK Export Finance, to be paid back over five years.

Don't Expect A Reprieve From Trump!

Don't Expect A Reprieve From Trump!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

'There are times when India should stand up without hesitation and voice its indignation over the US' pressure tactic. This is one such moment,' asserts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Big name withdraws from US Open

Big name withdraws from US Open

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

With Badosa's withdrawal, Switzerland's Jil Teichmann will move into the main draw of the US Open, where singles action begins on August 24.

MI6 launches dark web portal to recruit spies worldwide

MI6 launches dark web portal to recruit spies worldwide

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

MI6 launches a dark web portal, 'Silent Courier,' to recruit spies globally, targeting Russia and other regions. The initiative aims to enhance UK's intelligence capabilities against growing threats.

India, UK to sign trade pact on July 24; Goyal to accompany PM Modi

India, UK to sign trade pact on July 24; Goyal to accompany PM Modi

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will accompany Prime Minister Narendra Modi to London for the signing of the free trade agreement between India and the UK on July 24, an official said on Monday. The two countries announced the conclusion of the negotiations for the trade agreement on May 6.

'Very close' to India, Modi; sanctioned them: Trump's mixed message

'Very close' to India, Modi; sanctioned them: Trump's mixed message

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

During a visit to the UK, former US President Donald Trump reiterated his claim of intervening to resolve a conflict between India and Pakistan, linking it to trade negotiations. He also discussed tariffs on India for buying Russian oil and the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

Asian women make history and steal spotlight at US Open

Asian women make history and steal spotlight at US Open

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Filipino Eala and Indonesia's Tjen round-off historic day for Southeast Asia with first round wins in their respective matches at Flushing Meadows on Sunday.

1 held for racially aggravated rape of Sikh woman in UK

1 held for racially aggravated rape of Sikh woman in UK

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

The United Kingdom police investigating a racially aggravated sexual assault of a Sikh woman have arrested a man on suspicion of rape.

Para Worlds: Praveen braves injury to claim high jump bronze

Para Worlds: Praveen braves injury to claim high jump bronze

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Paris Paralympic gold medallist Praveen Kumar had to settle for bronze in the men's T64 high jump at the Asian Para Games after clearing a season's best 2.00 metres.

India, UK trade deal will unlock thousands of jobs

India, UK trade deal will unlock thousands of jobs

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

India and the UK on Thursday inked a landmark free trade agreement (FTA) that will cut tariffs on British whisky, cars and an array of items, besides boosting bilateral trade by around $34 billion annually.

UK, Canada, Australia recognise Palestine state

UK, Canada, Australia recognise Palestine state

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

The UK formally recognized the state of Palestine, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasizing the need to revive hope for peace and a two-state solution in the Israel-Hamas conflict. The announcement comes amid growing international pressure for a ceasefire and a resolution to the crisis in Gaza.

Every One Of These Pictures Tell A Story

Every One Of These Pictures Tell A Story

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

Glimpses from around the world that will make you smile and cry.

Can Raducanu reignite her Wimbledon magic?

Can Raducanu reignite her Wimbledon magic?

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Emma Raducanu strides onto the grasscourts of Wimbledon on Monday as the British number one

Jefferson-Wooden crushes 100m field again in Brussels

Jefferson-Wooden crushes 100m field again in Brussels

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Jefferson-Wooden's winning time was short of the 10.65 seconds she ran in the US track and field championship at the start of August, but only bettered this year by Olympic champion Julien Alfred of Saint Lucia.

When Indian Soldiers Went Through Hell

When Indian Soldiers Went Through Hell

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Can Imperial Japan be forgiven for what it did to Indian soldiers it was supposed to protect as PoWs?

Verbeek-Siniakova win Wimbledon mixed doubles crown

Verbeek-Siniakova win Wimbledon mixed doubles crown

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Czech Katerina Siniakova and Sem Verbeek of the Netherlands claimed the Wimbledon mixed doubles title on Thursday, defeating Britain's Joe Salisbury and Brazilian Luisa Stefani 7-6(3), 7-6(3).

Royalty, Tennis Champs, Superman At SW19

Royalty, Tennis Champs, Superman At SW19

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Glimpse the celebs who caught all the action on Centre Court on Sunday...

India, UK to sign free trade agreement on Thursday in London

India, UK to sign free trade agreement on Thursday in London

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

India and the UK will sign a free trade agreement on Thursday in London that will allow export of labour-intensive products such as leather, footwear and clothing at concessional rates, while making imports of whisky and cars from Britain cheaper. The pact also helps double trade between the two economies to $120 billion by 2030.

Archery Worlds: Deepika fails again, Gatha steals show

Archery Worlds: Deepika fails again, Gatha steals show

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

The nerves were all too familiar for the former world No 1 Deepika who has failed to win a medal despite qualifying for multiple Olympic Games.

Wimbledon's Greatest: Every Men's Champ Since 1877

Wimbledon's Greatest: Every Men's Champ Since 1877

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Jannik Sinner defeated Carlos Alcaraz in a high-octane final to claim his maiden Wimbledon trophy and fourth Grand Slam crown on Sunday.

Not justifying Guv's sitting over bills but...: Centre in SC

Not justifying Guv's sitting over bills but...: Centre in SC

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

The Centre told the Supreme Court that governors are not indefinitely sitting on bills passed by state legislatures, and that barring a few exceptions, most have acted in a way which the apex court would have perhaps desired. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta argued that a Governor is "not a rubber stamp" and has a duty to preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution.

India men, women in World Cup Stage 2 compound archery finals

India men, women in World Cup Stage 2 compound archery finals

Rediff.com7 May 2025

India's Indian men's and women's compound archery teams moved into the finals of the World Cup Stage 2 after commanding performances in Shanghai on Wednesday, assuring the country of two medals from the prestigious event.

PIX: Usyk demolishes Dubois with fifth round knock-out

PIX: Usyk demolishes Dubois with fifth round knock-out

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

Oleksandr Usyk floored Briton Daniel Dubois in the fifth round of a thrilling contest at Wembley Stadium on Saturday to once again become the undisputed heavyweight boxing World champion.

West Ham, Leeds, Sunderland knocked out of League Cup

West Ham, Leeds, Sunderland knocked out of League Cup

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Substitute Jorgen Strand Larsen scored twice in two minutes as Wolverhampton Wanderers beat fellow Premier League strugglers West Ham United 3-2 to reach the third round of the League Cup on Tuesday.

Why Trump Has Waged A Tariff War Against India

Why Trump Has Waged A Tariff War Against India

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

The collective West has always opposed strong leaders and economic development in India, asserts Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Manika to play Britain's Hursey in Olympic TT opener

Manika to play Britain's Hursey in Olympic TT opener

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

Ace Indian paddler and Commonwealth Games gold medallist Manika Batra will take on Great Britain's Anna Hursey in the women's singles opening round

Shooting WC: Sheoran-Dhanda lose in qualifying

Shooting WC: Sheoran-Dhanda lose in qualifying

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

Lakshay Sheoran and Neeru Dhanda missed out on making the medal round in the trap mixed team event at the ISSF Lonato World Cup.

Swraj Paul, an entrepreneur with a heart in the right place

Swraj Paul, an entrepreneur with a heart in the right place

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

From the bylanes of Jalandhar to a regular name in the annual 'Sunday Times Rich List', Lord Swraj Paul, who died on Thursday evening in London aged 94, was one of the most well known NRI entrepreneurs and philanthropists.

The Search For Survivors

The Search For Survivors

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Glimpses from India and around the world that will make you smile and cry.

Mighty Koreans Skip Inaugural Archery Premier League!

Mighty Koreans Skip Inaugural Archery Premier League!

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

There will be no South Korean participation in the inaugural Archery Premier League, denying Indian archers a chance to "test" themselves against their biggest nemesis in the world's first-ever franchise competition in the sport.

Beckham gets knighthood in King Charles birthday honours

Beckham gets knighthood in King Charles birthday honours

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Former England soccer captain David Beckham officially received Knighthood from King Charles III on Saturday. He was honoured for his outstanding contribution to sport and charity.

Can These Men Upset Sinner, Alcaraz?

Can These Men Upset Sinner, Alcaraz?

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Jannik and Carlos are the favourites at Flushing Meadows, but don't write these men off!

PIX: Alcaraz, Draper in Queen's Club semis

PIX: Alcaraz, Draper in Queen's Club semis

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Carlos Alcaraz avoided another scare at the Queen's Club ATP 500 event as the top-seeded Spaniard dispatched France's Arthur Rinderknech with little fuss 7-5, 6-4 to reach the semi-finals on Friday.

Sinner stretches winning streak; Sabalenka advances

Sinner stretches winning streak; Sabalenka advances

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Sabalenka relied on her trademark powerful serve to hold firm in the key moments, winning two tiebreaks to take her tally to 18 for the season, the most by any women's singles player in the professional era.

Disappointing outing for trap shooters at Lonato WC

Disappointing outing for trap shooters at Lonato WC

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

In the women's section, the best-placed Indian, Aashima Ahlawat, who is competing in the RPO (Ranking Points Only) category, was placed 14th with a score of 68/75.