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2 teens arrested in UK over Texas synagogue siege

2 teens arrested in UK over Texas synagogue siege

Rediff.com17 Jan 2022

British citizen Malik Faisal Akram, 44, from Blackburn, was shot dead after a standoff with police in Colleyville, Texas.

PR stunt: EU MP after Kashmir invite was revoked

"PR stunt": EU MP after Kashmir invite was revoked

Rediff.com29 Oct 2019

Liberal Democrat Member of the European Parliament Chris Davies said the decision showed the Indian government was trying to hide the "reality of its actions" and blocking absolute freedom of the press.

UK's 'The Hundred' cricket tournament seeks Indian investors

UK's 'The Hundred' cricket tournament seeks Indian investors

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

The report said that the expansion to 10 teams would happen in the next five years and "the likeliest locations are the south-west, in Bristol and Taunton, and the north-east, at Durham".

You stabbed Boris Johnson in the back, Tory member tells Sunak at party meet

You stabbed Boris Johnson in the back, Tory member tells Sunak at party meet

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss, the two finalists in the race to succeed Boris Johnson as the Conservative Party leader and British prime minister, were grilled on their policies in the first hustings directly addressing Tory party members who will be voting in the election.

Indian-origin billionaire bros to pick stake in UK supermarket chain Asda

Indian-origin billionaire bros to pick stake in UK supermarket chain Asda

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

Indian-origin billionaire brothers Mohsin and Zuber Issa are set to acquire a majority stake in the leading UK supermarket chain Asda from its US owner Walmart after a $ 8.8-billion deal was struck as part of a consortium involving private equity firm TDR Capital.

Meet another Commonwealth winner

Meet another Commonwealth winner

Rediff.com10 Apr 2018

The marmalade that Victoria Singh made with oranges from her garden in Kota won the first place in the Commonwealth category at the World Original Marmalade Awards in England.

PIX: Part-time spinner Chase stars as Windies crush England

PIX: Part-time spinner Chase stars as Windies crush England

Rediff.com27 Jan 2019

Chase's extraordinary figures -- better than Shane Warne's Test best of eight for 71 -- were achieved even though he did not exact prodigious turn. He got just enough, however, to keep the batsmen on edge.

Why is Arsenal fan Ranveer at Spurs?

Why is Arsenal fan Ranveer at Spurs?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2022

Bollywood star Ranveer Singh paid a visit to English Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur's stadium in London, where he attempted the The Dare Skywalk.

PHOTOS: 10 moments you wished you were there

PHOTOS: 10 moments you wished you were there

Rediff.com13 Jan 2012

A collection of some really eye-catching photographs from around the world in the last few days

Kashmir is a matter for India and Pak to sort out: British PM

Kashmir is a matter for India and Pak to sort out: British PM

Rediff.com27 Oct 2016

The British PM clearly indicates that Kashmir was unlikely to be on the agenda during her bilateral meet with PM Modi when she visits India between November 6 and 8.

Why Punjab's Mohali stadium was snubbed for 2023 ODI World Cup

Why Punjab's Mohali stadium was snubbed for 2023 ODI World Cup

Rediff.com28 Jun 2023

'The current stadium in Mohali did not meet the standards of ICC and hence was denied matches.'

Infosys, IBM selected for over $400-million RBS contract

Infosys, IBM selected for over $400-million RBS contract

Rediff.com30 Sep 2013

The bank (Williams & Glyn's), which was dormant for about 30 years, is being revived by UK-based lender the Royal Bank of Scotland Group Plc.

EPL PIX: Manchester City thump Wolves; Arsenal down Bouremouth

EPL PIX: Manchester City thump Wolves; Arsenal down Bouremouth

Rediff.com5 May 2024

IMAGES from Premier League matches played on Saturday.

PIX: Argentina outclass Italy to win 'Finalissima'

PIX: Argentina outclass Italy to win 'Finalissima'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2022

Argentina marked the revival of the Cup of Champions in style as an inspired Lionel Messi helped them outclass Italy 3-0 in a heavyweight clash billed as the 'Finalissima' at a raucous Wembley Stadium in London on Wednesday.

Samba Magic grips the City of Joy as Ronaldinho ignites Durga Puja festivities

Samba Magic grips the City of Joy as Ronaldinho ignites Durga Puja festivities

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

Wearing his infectious goofy grin, 'Samba Magician' Ronaldinho cast a spell on the football-crazy denizens of Kolkata as his arrival for a two-day visit in Kolkata ushered in an early onset of the Durga Puja festival.

National selector's job: Will increase in salary attract the likes of Sehwag?

National selector's job: Will increase in salary attract the likes of Sehwag?

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

The big names in Indian cricket, of late, have opted to stay away when it comes to applying for the national selector's job.

Windies fight back to leave first Test evenly poised

Windies fight back to leave first Test evenly poised

Rediff.com10 Mar 2022

Jason Holder and Nkrumah Bonner shared an unbeaten 75-run partnership as West Indies recovered from a mini collapse and advanced to 202 for four on the second day of the first Test against England on Wednesday.

U-19 WC Preview: Champions India seek fast start

U-19 WC Preview: Champions India seek fast start

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

Paras Mhambrey's men were an all-conquering force in 2019, winning the Under-19 Asia Cup in September and a Tri-Nations tournament with England and Bangladesh held on English soil. They have not lost a bilateral series since the 2017 Under-19 World Cup, beating South Africa, Sri Lanka and Afghanistan away from home. Among potential breakout stars is southpaw opener Yashasvi Jaiswal, who became the youngest cricketer in the world to score a List A double century in October in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.

Allardyce 'honoured' to become England manager

Allardyce 'honoured' to become England manager

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

Sam Allardyce has been named England manager on a two-year contract, the Football Association said in a statement on Friday.

Covid has peaked, says British PM, does away with face mask, curbs

Covid has peaked, says British PM, does away with face mask, curbs

Rediff.com19 Jan 2022

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Wednesday announced his government's decision to lift all the additional restrictions imposed to contain the spread of Omicron, including the mandatory wearing of face masks anywhere, from next Thursday after analysis showed that the new variant of Covid-19 has now most likely peaked in the country.

Lodha-owned Indsur Group acquires CDA Contracts

Lodha-owned Indsur Group acquires CDA Contracts

Rediff.com11 May 2014

The acquisition of CDA Contracts was completed by Indsur Group through its UK-headquartered arm Indsur Nevron Eurotherm Ltd.

Australia destroy England to win women's T20 title

Australia destroy England to win women's T20 title

Rediff.com25 Nov 2018

Ashleigh Gardner scored an unbeaten 33 as Australia beat England by eight wickets to win the Women's World Twenty20 title.

Rooney steeled for Anfield boo boys

Rooney steeled for Anfield boo boys

Rediff.com14 Oct 2011

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney's Everton connections meant he was already in for a rough ride from Liverpool fans this weekend but last week's family problems and England sending-off should crank up the decibels of abuse at Anfield.

Rooney steeled for Anfield boo boys

Rooney steeled for Anfield boo boys

Rediff.com14 Oct 2011

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney's Everton connections meant he was already in for a rough ride from Liverpool fans this weekend but last week's family problems and England sending-off should crank up the decibels of abuse at Anfield.

Former England great Finney dies aged 91

Former England great Finney dies aged 91

Rediff.com15 Feb 2014

Tom Finney, one of England's greatest players who was famously known as the 'Preston Plumber, has died at the age of 91, his former club Preston North End said on Friday.

10 greatest upsets in FIFA World Cup

10 greatest upsets in FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

Saudi Arabia's 2-1 victory over Argentina is rated the biggest shock in World Cup history.

Indian-origin teenage varsity student among 3 killed in UK knife attacks

Indian-origin teenage varsity student among 3 killed in UK knife attacks

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

Nottinghamshire police said the 31-year-old suspect, who remains in custody, then went on to stab a man in his 50s to death and also attempted to run over three people - still in hospital - with a van stolen from that man.

Drop Kohli, Rohit for Windies Tests!

Drop Kohli, Rohit for Windies Tests!

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Cheteshwar Pujara, Mohammed Shami and Ravindra Jadeja could do with a break, which will allow India to try out new players in the Caribbean.

EPL PIX: Kane brace propels Spurs; Forest out of drop zone

EPL PIX: Kane brace propels Spurs; Forest out of drop zone

Rediff.com5 Jan 2023

IMAGES from the English Premier League matches played on Wednesday

Major centres stunned as ODI WC ignites venue controversy

Major centres stunned as ODI WC ignites venue controversy

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Officials 'disappointed' as major cricket centres miss out on staging ODI World Cup games

Wenger apologises for shoving Mourinho; Lampard in fans hearts

Wenger apologises for shoving Mourinho; Lampard in fans hearts

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has apologised for shoving his Chelsea counterpart Jose Mourinho on the touchline during a Premier League match at Stamford Bridge.

Kiara's Up In The AIR!

Kiara's Up In The AIR!

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

Just what do stars do when they travel? Let's take a look.

Meet Alia's Interesting Family

Meet Alia's Interesting Family

Rediff.com14 Apr 2022

Alia has connections with several places about the globe -- Gujarat, Kashmir, UP, Germany, England -- and hails from a splendidly multi-cultural family.

Cricket: Warner motivated to win series in India

Cricket: Warner motivated to win series in India

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

Nepal court releases rape accused cricketer Lamichhane on bail

In Photos: The Man Who Will Be Crowned King

In Photos: The Man Who Will Be Crowned King

Rediff.com5 May 2023

A look back at many memorable moments in his life as Prince Charles.

Two killed in accident on opening day of Isle of Man TT races

Two killed in accident on opening day of Isle of Man TT races

Rediff.com5 Jun 2016

Two motorcycle riders have died in separate accidents on the opening day of the annual Isle of Man TT races, organisers said.

Can England win this World Cup?

Can England win this World Cup?

Rediff.com7 Jun 2019

Rajneesh Gupta highlights all the important numbers for the England team from cricket World Cups.

Bolton end interest in Rivaldo

Bolton end interest in Rivaldo

Rediff.com10 Jun 2004

The 32-year-old former World Player of the Year has been in limbo since he was released by AC Milan in December.

Younis to miss final Test after brother's death

Younis to miss final Test after brother's death

Rediff.com27 Nov 2005

Pakistan's senior batsman will miss the final Test against England to attend the funeral of his brother.

Shardul scores FASTEST 50!

Shardul scores FASTEST 50!

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

Rajneesh Gupta gives us all the numbers that matter from Day 1 of the fourth Test between England and India at The Oval, on Thursday, September 2, 2021.