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UK: 'Indian was dragged to death under car'

UK: 'Indian was dragged to death under car'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2008

Matharu (54), who hailed from Punjab, was killed after confronting the duo when he saw one of them smash the window of his white Mercedes van, the Old Bailey court was told. The victim was working at his family building firm in Stratford in east London, when the incident occurred on January 12, 2006.

18-year-old arrested in London tube attack

18-year-old arrested in London tube attack

Rediff.com16 Sep 2017

British Prime Minister Theresa May said military personnel would replace armed police "on guard duties at certain protected sites which are not accessible to the public".

Spurs can challenge stadium decision

Spurs can challenge stadium decision

Rediff.com25 Aug 2011

English soccer club Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday won legal clearance to challenge a decision to hand the 2012 Olympic stadium to rivals West Ham United after the Games.

Can hero live up to its name?

Can hero live up to its name?

Rediff.com22 Aug 2011

Now standing on one foot, Hero MotoCorp has to decide if it wants to play offence or defence.

The Murderers who terrorised Britain

The Murderers who terrorised Britain

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

Who were they? What led them to mass murder?

West Ham close on Premier League return

West Ham close on Premier League return

Rediff.com8 May 2012

West Ham United edged closer to a Premier League return with a 3-0 home win over Cardiff City on Monday, completing a 5-0 semi-final aggregate triumph to ease into the Championship (second division) playoff final.

London attacker Khalid Masood: A 'nice guy' turned extremist

London attacker Khalid Masood: A 'nice guy' turned extremist

Rediff.com24 Mar 2017

Before he killed at least four people in Britain's deadliest attack since the 2005 London bombings, Khalid Masood was considered by intelligence officers to be a criminal who posed little serious threat.

Indian airline staffer among UK plot suspects

Indian airline staffer among UK plot suspects

Rediff.com12 Aug 2006

The airline has declined to comment when asked if Tariq, 23, was their employee.

VIDEO: This 'One Pound Fish' song may beat Gangnam style

VIDEO: This 'One Pound Fish' song may beat Gangnam style

Rediff.com26 Nov 2012

A Pakistani fish seller in the UK may soon be as popular as Gangnam Style star Psy, with his catchy song to attract customers notching up more than 3.6 million views on Youtube and landing him a record music deal.

Why global brands now rise in the east

Why global brands now rise in the east

Rediff.com23 Apr 2009

The shift in consumer buying power towards emerging markets is not only giving Chinese brands a much better chance of breaking out of their domestic market but is also subtly altering how western companies develop and market global brands.

'World economy has shifted from West to East'

'World economy has shifted from West to East'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2008

Releasing his book, An Asian Century Manifesto- Global Political Economy of the 21st Century, at the Nehru Centre in London on Tuesday night, senior public policy advisor Atma Singh said, "World economy has shifted from the West to East in the 500 years and India, along with China, is going to propel the economic growth in the world in the 21st century."

'Sex in the City' reveals London's dark secrets

'Sex in the City' reveals London's dark secrets

Rediff.com20 Aug 2004

More than 8,000 women, a vast majority of them from overseas, including South East Asia, are working as prostitutes in flats, saunas and massage parlours in London and many of them are operating through escort agencies, a study indicated on Friday.

EPL PIX: Arsenal stay top; Ings stars in Hammers' win

EPL PIX: Arsenal stay top; Ings stars in Hammers' win

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

IMAGES from the English Premier League matches played on Saturday.

FA Cup: Leyton Orient earn replay at Arsenal

FA Cup: Leyton Orient earn replay at Arsenal

Rediff.com21 Feb 2011

Feisty Leyton Orient held Arsenal to a memorable 1-1 draw in their FA Cup fifth-round tie at Brisbane Road on Sunday when a powerful 89th-minute strike from substitute Jonathan Tehoue stunned the Premier League side.

West Ham United sack manager Zola

West Ham United sack manager Zola

Rediff.com11 May 2010

West Ham United have sacked Italian manager Gianfranco Zola, the Premier League club said on Tuesday.

Monica Ali short-listed for Booker

Monica Ali short-listed for Booker

Rediff.com16 Sep 2003

UK: NRI MP attends pro-LTTE event, flayed

UK: NRI MP attends pro-LTTE event, flayed

Rediff.com8 Dec 2007

The presence of Vaz, parliamentarian from Indian-dominated Leicester East, and a fellow Labour MP, Joan Ryan, drew an angry response from the Sri Lankan High Commission, which released a statement claiming that the event was a 'clear violation of the UK terrorism laws.'

Sachin-Sanath face test of character against Delhi

Sachin-Sanath face test of character against Delhi

Rediff.com8 May 2009

The Indian Premier League match between Mumbai Indians and Delhi Daredevils at Buffalo Park in East London on Friday has all the makings of a showdown in the high street -- Dirk Nannes, rated as one of the fastest bowlers around will be up against two of the most dangerous openers the world of cricket has seen.

Duminy to Mumbai's rescue

Duminy to Mumbai's rescue

Rediff.com1 May 2009

South Africa batsman J P Duminy's 52 off 37 deliveries proved crucial as Mumbai Indians beat Kolkata Knight Riders by nine runs in the Indian Premier League match in East London, on Friday. Kolkata have now been consigned to the bottom of the table with just one victory in seven matches, while Mumbai Indians jumped to third with seven points from six matches.

Centre in a huddle to understand impact of the Iran-Israel tensions

Centre in a huddle to understand impact of the Iran-Israel tensions

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

Top government officials in New Delhi have started discussions with stakeholders ranging from shipping and container companies to export promotion councils to understand the impact of the Iran-Israel tensions and plan ahead. Inter-ministerial talks are also being lined up amid the crisis situation in West Asia, sources confirmed. While the crude flows are not directly under any threat, elevated oil prices remain a concern, according to officials.

Delhi down Mumbai to take spot

Delhi down Mumbai to take spot

Rediff.com9 May 2009

AB de Villiers hit an unbeaten half-century to guide Delhi Daredevils to a deserved seven-wicket victory against Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League in East London, on Friday. De Villiers kept his composure in difficult situations, hitting 50 in 38 deliveries, inclusive of six boundaries and a six, to help Delhi take top spot in the IPL.

India U-19 team beat SA to clinch youth ODI series

India U-19 team beat SA to clinch youth ODI series

Rediff.com28 Dec 2019

Jaiswal polished off the South African tail with a four-wicket burst with his spin bowling to bundle out the home side for just 119 from 29.5 overs.

Chennai too good for Hyderabad

Chennai too good for Hyderabad

Rediff.com4 May 2009

A superb spell from Shadab Jakati (four for 22) helped Chennai Super Kings thrash Deccan Chargers by 78 runs in their Indian Premier League match at Buffalo Park, East London, on Monday.

4 UK students convicted on terror charges

4 UK students convicted on terror charges

Rediff.com25 Jul 2007

Among the items found on the students' computers include a video encouraging martyrdom, a US military guide giving instructions on how to make explosive devices and a suicide bombing manual.

Indian tycoon seals hotel deal at London's Old Scotland Yard

Indian tycoon seals hotel deal at London's Old Scotland Yard

Rediff.com27 Jul 2015

The Kerala-born businessman is the latest in a slew of foreign buyers who have shaken off mounting fears of a 'Brexit' from the European Union

Jade Goody leaves generous  legacy for sons

Jade Goody leaves generous legacy for sons

Rediff.com23 Mar 2009

Jade Goody left the world securing her sons' future, leaving behind a four-million-pound legacy for them.

Two Britons sentenced to life for murdering NRI

Two Britons sentenced to life for murdering NRI

Rediff.com15 May 2008

Balbir Matharu, 54, who hailed from Punjab, was killed after confronting the drug addict duo when he saw one of them smash the window of his white Mercedes van. Matharu was working at his family building firm in Stratford in east London when the incident occurred on January 12, 2006.He chased the thieves, who ran and jumped into a waiting Ford Mondeo and knocked him as he tried to stop their getaway."The crime is beneath contempt," Judge Moss told the brothers.

Ethnicwear keeps teens mentally healthy!

Ethnicwear keeps teens mentally healthy!

Rediff.com15 Apr 2008

A new study indicates that adolescents who dress according to the customs of their own ethnic group are less likely to have subsequent mental health problems. Read on to learn more.

UK ex-teacher who paid for abuse of children in India gets 12-year jail

UK ex-teacher who paid for abuse of children in India gets 12-year jail

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

A former deputy head teacher at a London primary school who had pleaded guilty to paying and instructing teenagers in India to abuse younger children was sentenced to 12 years in prison on Wednesday.

'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.'

West Ham agree takeover

West Ham agree takeover

Rediff.com21 Nov 2006

Media reports have speculated a takeover could spell the end for manger Alan Pardew.

Zola promises exciting times at West Ham

Zola promises exciting times at West Ham

Rediff.com10 Sep 2008

Gianfranco Zola said he wanted to excite West Ham United's fans with attacking football as he prepared to be named manager of the east London club.

London Fashion Week: 12 things that reminded us of India

London Fashion Week: 12 things that reminded us of India

Rediff.com26 Sep 2016

The London Fashion Week saw an Indian celebration of sorts, on and off the ramp.

Climate change may lengthen London to New York flight time

Climate change may lengthen London to New York flight time

Rediff.com15 Feb 2016

The research could have implications for airlines, passengers, and airports.

Steyn returns to South Africa Twenty20 squad for England series

Steyn returns to South Africa Twenty20 squad for England series

Rediff.com8 Feb 2020

Dale Steyn has fully recovered from a shoulder injury and recently featured for the Melbourne Stars in Australia's domestic Big Bash league.

39 found dead in truck container near London, driver arrested

39 found dead in truck container near London, driver arrested

Rediff.com23 Oct 2019

A 25-year-old driver from Northern Ireland has been arrested on suspicion of murder of the 39 people, they said.

Mallya asks Indian authorities to interview him in London

Mallya asks Indian authorities to interview him in London

Rediff.com20 Jul 2016

"I just have to ride out the storm," Vijay Mallya said.

Your OTT Planner For Diwali Hols

Your OTT Planner For Diwali Hols

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Sukanya Verma gives you options from all the action promised on OTT this week.

Sickened Spurs lose to West Ham

Sickened Spurs lose to West Ham

Rediff.com8 May 2006