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Wimbledon: Record rout of seeds complete as Bertens beats Pliskova

Wimbledon: Record rout of seeds complete as Bertens beats Pliskova

Rediff.com9 Jul 2018

Bertens, the first Dutchwoman to reach the last 16 since Michaella Krajicek, sister of former men's champion Richard, did so in 2007, followed up her win over Venus Williams in the third round with a display of power and poise.

Mallya faces bankruptcy proceedings in UK high court

Mallya faces bankruptcy proceedings in UK high court

Rediff.com18 Dec 2018

In a ruling in May, a UK high court judge had refused to overturn a worldwide order freezing Mallya's assets and upheld an Indian court's ruling that the consortium of 13 Indian banks were entitled to recover funds amounting to nearly 1.145 billion pounds.

PIX: Djokovic in 10th Wimbledon semis; takes on Shapovalov

PIX: Djokovic in 10th Wimbledon semis; takes on Shapovalov

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

Images from Day 9 of Wimbledon at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London, on Wednesday.

EPL PIX: Man City win 4th title in five years

EPL PIX: Man City win 4th title in five years

Rediff.com23 May 2022

Images from Sunday's English Premier League matches.

FA Cup PIX: Saints hold Spurs with late leveller

FA Cup PIX: Saints hold Spurs with late leveller

Rediff.com26 Jan 2020

A summary of Saturday's matches in the FA Cup.

Murray withdraws from Wimbledon with heavy heart

Murray withdraws from Wimbledon with heavy heart

Rediff.com2 Jul 2018

Two-time champion Andy Murray withdrew from Wimbledon with a 'heavy heart' on Sunday after saying his right hip was still not ready for the demands of a Grand Slam.

UK high court deals another blow to Mallya

UK high court deals another blow to Mallya

Rediff.com17 Apr 2019

The court ruled that an interim debt order in favour of SBI and other banks seeking access to funds in the Mallya's ICICI UK bank account "should remain in force" but the application to make it final should be adjourned until after the hearing of his pending bankruptcy petition.

Boris Johnson takes charge as UK PM with 'no ifs or buts' Brexit promise

Boris Johnson takes charge as UK PM with 'no ifs or buts' Brexit promise

Rediff.com24 Jul 2019

Johnson becomes the 14th Prime Minister to be appointed by Queen Elizabeth II, the 55th to hold the post of British PM and the third in fairly quick succession since Britain voted to leave the EU in June 2016 - following on from David Cameron and Theresa May.

PHOTOS: It's an odd, crazy world out there!

PHOTOS: It's an odd, crazy world out there!

Rediff.com18 Mar 2016

Here's your weekly digest of photographs that prove that it's a odd, crazy world out there!

'Trump baby' blimp flies above London as hundreds protest US president

'Trump baby' blimp flies above London as hundreds protest US president

Rediff.com13 Jul 2018

A controversial 'baby Trump' blimp is flying near British Parliament on Friday morning as hundreds descend on London to protest against the US president's controversial visit to the United Kingdom.

The odd, crazy world we live in!

The odd, crazy world we live in!

Rediff.com23 Aug 2016

This week's collection of unbelievably unusual images that show it's an odd, crazy world we live in.

EPL PICS: Chelsea's Top-4 hopes boosted; United's end

EPL PICS: Chelsea's Top-4 hopes boosted; United's end

Rediff.com5 May 2019

A summary of Sunday's Premier League matches.

2 dead in terror attack at London Bridge, suspect shot dead

2 dead in terror attack at London Bridge, suspect shot dead

Rediff.com30 Nov 2019

Scotland Yard said that they are in the early stages of dealing with an incident at the London Bridge.

Where to buy Nokia 7 Plus and 8 Sirocco in India

Where to buy Nokia 7 Plus and 8 Sirocco in India

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

Nokia launches Nokia 7 Plus, 8 Sirocco series in India; relaunches Nokia 6 with new features.

10 things about Jeremy Corbyn that will surprise you

10 things about Jeremy Corbyn that will surprise you

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

Jeremy Corbyn is a most unusual politician in these times.

PICS: Hurkacz sets up Federer date; Barty, Kerber cruise

PICS: Hurkacz sets up Federer date; Barty, Kerber cruise

Rediff.com6 Jul 2021

Images from Tuesday, Day 8 of the 2021 Wimbledon Championships, in London.

Why biscuit prices are likely to go up

Why biscuit prices are likely to go up

Rediff.com9 Aug 2018

In the past month, wheat prices have increased 6.3% as production is expected to be 1.5% lower, in terms of crop acreage, than the earlier estimate

Are the stars aligning for another Federer-Nadal final?

Are the stars aligning for another Federer-Nadal final?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2018

On the 10th anniversary of the 2008 Wimbledon men's final that is widely considered the 'greatest ever tennis match' it seems like the stars may be aligning for Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal to meet in another mesmerising epic.

Cameron chairs 'emotional' cabinet meeting last time as UK PM

Cameron chairs 'emotional' cabinet meeting last time as UK PM

Rediff.com13 Jul 2016

An "emotional" British Prime Minister David Cameron on Tuesday chaired his last cabinet meeting before handing over the baton to Theresa May who will assume charge on Wednesday, becoming the United Kingdom's second woman premier after Margaret Thatcher.

Federer warns against internal battles as tennis bodies clash

Federer warns against internal battles as tennis bodies clash

Rediff.com3 Jul 2018

Tennis must avoid "internal battles" if its growth is to keep pace with other sports, Roger Federer said on Monday in response to news that the ATP was to launch a revamped World Team Cup.

Wimbledon PHOTOS: Federer, Serena roll into quarters; Pliskova knocked out

Wimbledon PHOTOS: Federer, Serena roll into quarters; Pliskova knocked out

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

IMAGES from Day 7 at Wimbledon on Monday

Swedish officials quiz Assange at Ecuador embassy in London

Swedish officials quiz Assange at Ecuador embassy in London

Rediff.com14 Nov 2016

The 45-year-old Australian national has been living in the embassy for more than four years after he was granted political asylum by Ecuador amid fears he will be extradited to the United States and questioned over the release of 500,000 secret military files on the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq by his controversial website.

London tube attack: Police arrest second man

London tube attack: Police arrest second man

Rediff.com17 Sep 2017

Earlier, an 18-year-old man was arrested in the port area of Dover. None of the suspects have been named.

Leicester City owner, four others killed in helicopter crash

Leicester City owner, four others killed in helicopter crash

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

The father of four and founder of duty-free King Power International was a huge favourite with the club's fans.

Tracing the rise and fall of the King of Good Times

Tracing the rise and fall of the King of Good Times

Rediff.com4 Feb 2019

Vijay Mallya is accused of money laundering and violating the FEMA.

Terry, Fabregas salute outgoing Mourinho

Terry, Fabregas salute outgoing Mourinho

Rediff.com18 Dec 2015

However, cracks in the relationship surfaced this season as the team's form slumped, with the first signs appearing as early as August when Mourinho hauled Terry off at halftime during a 3-0 defeat to ManchesterCity.

UK poll fallout: Theresa May's two closest advisers resign

UK poll fallout: Theresa May's two closest advisers resign

Rediff.com10 Jun 2017

Timothy and Hill, considered part of May's inner circle of confidants.

Manchester attack: UK raises terror threat level to 'critical'

Manchester attack: UK raises terror threat level to 'critical'

Rediff.com24 May 2017

The terror threat level has been raised to its highest level of "critical", meaning further attacks may be imminent.

India throws open its ports to cruise tourism

India throws open its ports to cruise tourism

Rediff.com20 Apr 2017

A task force, under the chairmanship of the secretary (tourism), with the secretary (shipping) as co-chairperson, has been constituted to promote cruise tourism in the country, reports Megha Manchanda.

Wimbledon: Kerber, Gauff in 4th round; Kyrgios forced out

Wimbledon: Kerber, Gauff in 4th round; Kyrgios forced out

Rediff.com3 Jul 2021

Images from Day 6 of Wimbledon at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London, on Saturday.

Wimbledon PIX: Shapovalov ends Murray's run; Jabeur stuns Muguruza

Wimbledon PIX: Shapovalov ends Murray's run; Jabeur stuns Muguruza

Rediff.com3 Jul 2021

Images from Day 5 of the Wimbledon tennis championships played in London, on Friday.

EPL PIX: Tottenham snap Chelsea jinx; Arsenal blank Stoke

EPL PIX: Tottenham snap Chelsea jinx; Arsenal blank Stoke

Rediff.com2 Apr 2018

Tottenham Hotspur claimed a first victory at Chelsea for 28 years with Dele Alli scoring twice in the second half as they came back to win 3-1 and cement fourth place in the Premier League on Sunday.

Amazing photos of the month: March

Amazing photos of the month: March

Rediff.com2 Apr 2018

Here's a glimpse of all that happened around the world last month, in 20 images.

Trump: Vows to protect US & allies from vile enemy

Trump: Vows to protect US & allies from vile enemy

Rediff.com5 Jun 2017

"I will do what is necessary to prevent this threat from spreading to our shores and work every single day to protect the safety and security of our country, our communities and our people," announced US President Donald Trump in his first official statement on the latest London attacks.

Tennis Round-up: Berrettini wins Stuttgart Open

Tennis Round-up: Berrettini wins Stuttgart Open

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

World number 30 Berrettini saved five points in the marathon second set tiebreak and held on to win it 13-11 for his third ATP crown in last 11 months.

EPL PHOTOS: Tottenham take runners-up spot in White Hart Lane finale, Reds thrash West Ham

EPL PHOTOS: Tottenham take runners-up spot in White Hart Lane finale, Reds thrash West Ham

Rediff.com15 May 2017

Photos from the English Premier League matches played on Sunday

Contesting out of conviction not ambition, says Gove

Contesting out of conviction not ambition, says Gove

Rediff.com1 Jul 2016

Gove, who had surprised political circles with his decision to stand for the Conservative party leadership instead of backing fellow Brexit champion Boris Johnson, laid out his case to be premier despite not being glamorous enough.

Mallya's extradition expected within 28 days

Mallya's extradition expected within 28 days

Rediff.com14 May 2020

The UK Crown Prosecution Service said Mallya's appeal to certify a point of law was rejected on all three counts, of hearing oral submissions, grant a certificate on the questions as drafted, and grant permission to appeal to the Supreme Court.

Boris Johnson elected new UK PM; vows to 'get Brexit done'

Boris Johnson elected new UK PM; vows to 'get Brexit done'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2019

Johnson, the former foreign secretary, secured 92,153 votes against 46,656 of his rival Jeremy Hunt in the battle for 10 Downing Street.

Modi 'Person of the Year' 2016? 'Time' will tell soon

Modi 'Person of the Year' 2016? 'Time' will tell soon

Rediff.com30 Nov 2016

Here are the few candidates who are in contention for the readers' choice for Time magazine's 'Person of the Year' in 2016.