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Meghan and Harry welcome daughter Lilibet 'Lili' Diana

Meghan and Harry welcome daughter Lilibet 'Lili' Diana

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

Lili is the first of the Queen's great-grandchildren to be born outside the United Kingdom as Harry and Meghan relocated to California in the US last year after they stepped back as frontline royals.

William and Kate name baby princess Charlotte Elizabeth Diana

William and Kate name baby princess Charlotte Elizabeth Diana

Rediff.com4 May 2015

The newborn Princess of Cambridge was on Monday named Charlotte Elizabeth Diana by Prince William and his wife Kate.

Will Prince Harry leave British army for charity work?

Will Prince Harry leave British army for charity work?

Rediff.com28 Feb 2015

Britain's Prince Harry is considering leaving his career in the British army later this year, media reports said on Friday.

It's Prince Louis: Wills-Kate name their third child

It's Prince Louis: Wills-Kate name their third child

Rediff.com27 Apr 2018

The newborn royal will be called His Royal Highness Prince Louis of Cambridge.

World's most expensive products: Can you afford any?

World's most expensive products: Can you afford any?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2013

Luxury items including art pieces, collector's items and jewellery - such as The Rocking Horse expected to sell for $38,000-$61,000, a pet funeral set for $4,000 and a leftover slice of toast from Prince Charles' wedding day expected to fetch $361.

Queen likely to host Biden at Buckingham Palace: Report

Queen likely to host Biden at Buckingham Palace: Report

Rediff.com31 Jan 2021

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II is expected to host US President Joe Biden at Buckingham Palace ahead of the G7 summit scheduled between June 11 and 13.

'Harry's remarks about killing Taliban were a mistake'

'Harry's remarks about killing Taliban were a mistake'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2013

Hamid Karzai has termed Prince Harry's remarks about killing Taliban fighters and comparing war to video games as a 'mistake', for which the Afghan President said the young British Royal should be forgiven.

Britain's Prince Harry engaged to US actress Meghan Markle

Britain's Prince Harry engaged to US actress Meghan Markle

Rediff.com27 Nov 2017

The two announced their engagement after dating for at least 15 months.

UK official caught COVID during India visit aimed at securing vaccine

UK official caught COVID during India visit aimed at securing vaccine

Rediff.com25 Apr 2021

David Quarrey, 55, a 10 Downing Street aide, had tested negative in his pre-travel test but tested positive a week after his return when the National Health Service flagged that someone on his flight had been traced as COVID-positive, The Sunday Times reports.

The cutest photos from UK's Prince Louis' christening

The cutest photos from UK's Prince Louis' christening

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

Prince Louis, the youngest child of United Kingdon's Prince William and Kate, was christened on Monday (July 9), at the Chapel Royal in London with family by his side.

IMAGES from the Golden Globes 2021

IMAGES from the Golden Globes 2021

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

The 78th edition of Hollywood's prestigious awards ceremony sees just a sprinkling of stars at the Rainbow Room in New York.

Britain's Prince William and Kate expecting baby

Britain's Prince William and Kate expecting baby

Rediff.com4 Dec 2012

Britain's Prince William and his wife Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, are expecting their first child, St James' Palace announced on Monday.

Thank you for all the stories, Mr Dickens!

Thank you for all the stories, Mr Dickens!

Rediff.com7 Feb 2012

Folks, pick up a Charles Dickens' classic today. What better way to wish the Great Man on his 200th Birthday!

PHOTOS: Trumps attend state banquet hosted by Queen

PHOTOS: Trumps attend state banquet hosted by Queen

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

Queen Elizabeth II used her banquet speech to subtly remind the visiting US President that the international institutions set up after the World War II were designed to ensure the horrors of conflict were not repeated.

Namaste is the new Hello!

Namaste is the new Hello!

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

The bear hug in which the Prime Minister loves to smother Western VIPs might strike as theatrical, boastful and, above all, unhygienic, in these stricken times, says Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

What the world will be like in 2025

What the world will be like in 2025

Rediff.com30 Dec 2010

If 100,000 Britons are correct, the world in 2025 could see China emerging as the most powerful nation and Prince William as the King of England.

A Grand Night For James Bond

A Grand Night For James Bond

Rediff.com29 Sep 2021

The red carpet was rolled out for the long awaited new James Bond movie, No Time To Die at the Royal Albert Hall in London, September 28, 2021.

William-Kate wedding: The frenzy in PHOTOS

William-Kate wedding: The frenzy in PHOTOS

Rediff.com21 Apr 2011

The wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton will be the biggest royal occasion in 30 years in Britain.

UK PM, health secretary test positive for COVID-19

UK PM, health secretary test positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com27 Mar 2020

In a video message posted on social media, the British prime minister said that he will continue to lead the United Kingdom government's response to the deadly virus, which has claimed 578 lives.

Charles discusses climate change with corporates

Charles discusses climate change with corporates

Rediff.com4 Oct 2010

Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry president and Bharti Enterprises vice president Rajan Bharti Mittal chaired a symposium on corporate leadership on climate change in the presence of the Prince of Wales, who is here in connection with the Commonwealth Games.

US Commerce Secretary meets Mumbai Dabbawallas

US Commerce Secretary meets Mumbai Dabbawallas

Rediff.com11 Feb 2011

The city's Dabbawallas, who had once caught the fancy of Prince Charles for their super-efficient tiffin-delivery system, today shared the tricks of their trade with US Commerce Secretary Gary Locke.

Harry, Meghan hold private christening for baby Archie

Harry, Meghan hold private christening for baby Archie

Rediff.com6 Jul 2019

In a break from royal tradition, they have chosen not to disclose the names of Archie's godparents.

PHOTOS: Millions tune in to royal wedding

PHOTOS: Millions tune in to royal wedding

Rediff.com29 Apr 2011

The world's major television channels were tuned into the royal wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton on Friday, as crowds thronged the route to Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace in scenes that drew comparisons with the fairytale marriage of Prince Charles and Lady Diana in 1981.

Princess Diana to be present at Royal wedding?

Princess Diana to be present at Royal wedding?

Rediff.com25 Apr 2011

At the William-Kate wedding, Prince's mother will be present in spirit.

C'wealth Games open with colourful, vibrant show

C'wealth Games open with colourful, vibrant show

Rediff.com3 Oct 2010

The ceremony was heralded in a traditional Indian way by the blowing of a conch or 'shankh', considered auspicious for the start of any event.

Thumbs-up all around as C'wealth Games set to kick-off

Thumbs-up all around as C'wealth Games set to kick-off

Rediff.com3 Oct 2010

'Fantastic' and 'really good - this is how most of the athletes described their stay at the Commonwealth Games Village to Prince Charles and his wife Camilla Parker Bowles when the royal couple visited the sprawling complex on Sunday.

Delhi closed for Games opening

Delhi closed for Games opening

Rediff.com3 Oct 2010

Delhi's Lieutenant Governor Tejinder Khanna and Chief Minister Mrs Sheila Dikshit, who normally do not see eye to eye on most administrative matters, have decided to impose undeclared curfew and restrict the movement of people in public places on Sunday to ensure there is no untoward incident that could mar the opening and closing ceremonies of the Commonwealth Games.

Bangalore luxury spa plays host to Duchess Camilla

Bangalore luxury spa plays host to Duchess Camilla

Rediff.com29 Sep 2010

It seems Duchess of Cornwall Camilla (formerly Parker Bowles) is making the most of the time she spends in the country.

Princes William, Harry unite to unveil mom Diana's statue

Princes William, Harry unite to unveil mom Diana's statue

Rediff.com1 Jul 2021

Princes William and Harry on Thursday came together to unveil a new statue in memory of their late mother, Princess Diana, on what would have been her 60th birthday, saying they remember her love, strength and character -- the qualities that made her a 'force for good' around the world.

A 2-bedroom flat in Hindujas' The OWO costs 5.8 mn!

A 2-bedroom flat in Hindujas' The OWO costs 5.8 mn!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2021

A mere two-bedroom apartment - albeit quite spacious, covering 3,000 square (sq.) feet (ft) - will set you back 5.8 million. That's the asking price from the Indian-owned Hinduja Group, if you desire a nest in London Whitehall's iconic Old War Office (OWO). Its 1,100 rooms are now being converted into 85 residences and a first-ever hotel to be operated in Britain by Singapore's legendary Raffles Hotels chain. Gopichand Hinduja, co-chair of the conglomerate, said: "Every decision made on The OWO (as the building is fondly called) is underscored by our passion and respect for the heritage of the building and long-term commitment to London."

Prince William to tie the knot on April 29

Prince William to tie the knot on April 29

Rediff.com23 Nov 2010

Prince William and Kate Middleton will marry on April 29 at Westminster Abbey, which has hosted the weddings of the Queen and Queen Mother and was the venue for Princess Diana's funeral in 1997, Clarence House announced on Tuesday.

Kalmadi fine with Queen skipping CWG

Kalmadi fine with Queen skipping CWG

Rediff.com30 May 2010

The Organising Committee of the Commonwealth Games is fine with Queen Elizabeth II skipping the event in October and is ready to welcome Prince Charles as a representative of the royal family, OC Chairman Suresh Kalmadi said on Sunday.

British Queen Elizabeth gets pay rise

British Queen Elizabeth gets pay rise

Rediff.com28 Jun 2018

The 92-year-old monarch's accounts released on Thursday showed the public funds used by her for official expenditure and duties went up from 41.9 million (Rs 377 crore to 47.4 million (Rs 426 crore).

Charles at Commonwealth Games inaugural

Charles at Commonwealth Games inaugural

Rediff.com1 Apr 2010

Britain's Prince Charles will attend the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games to be held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi.

What is more dangerous than living in a war zone?

What is more dangerous than living in a war zone?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2011

Prince Charles and Prince William, the second-in-line to the British throne, should be beware, as a new research has found that being a monarch is more dangerous than living in a war zone.

Harry, Meghan leave Canada to set up base in US: Report

Harry, Meghan leave Canada to set up base in US: Report

Rediff.com27 Mar 2020

The couple, who will formally cease to represent Queen Elizabeth II from April 1 as part of a 12-month transition period agreed with Buckingham Palace, had been living in a mansion in Vancouver since their last formal United Kingdom visit earlier this month. The newspaper quoted the source as saying that their move out to California was planned for some time.

Dabbawalas to represent Maharashtra at R-Day

Dabbawalas to represent Maharashtra at R-Day

Rediff.com3 Jan 2010

Famed for their proficiency in delivering lunch-boxes, Mumbai Dabbawalas will again make Maharashtra proud while representing the state in the Republic Day parade at the national capital. "We would display uninterrupted service of Dabbawalas on the Republic Day parade in Delhi," Secretary for Tourism and Culture Anand Kulkarni told PTI.

Canada passes the Commonwealth Games baton

Canada passes the Commonwealth Games baton

Rediff.com19 Apr 2010

Canada's sporting legends and upcoming prospects were in attendance when this year's Commonwealth Games' Queen's Baton arrived in Toronto last week.

Brit Queen to cut costs with 'Green Tomato Cars'

Brit Queen to cut costs with 'Green Tomato Cars'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2009

Queen Elizabeth II's staff at Buckingham Palace has signed up with Toyota's 'Green Tomato Cars' to cut costs, after they found out about the car from Prince Charles's London office, which switched to its cheaper carbon-efficient Toyota Prius fleet. "They were very conscious of the savings they'd be making both in financial and carbon terms. Cost was certainly a major factor, so much so in fact that Clarence House negotiated a discount," said Tom Pakenham, director, Toyota.

President Patil gets royal welcome from British Queen

President Patil gets royal welcome from British Queen

Rediff.com27 Oct 2009

President Pratibha Patil was on Tuesday accorded a red-carpet welcome by British Queen Elizabeth II, marked by pomp and pageantry, as she arrived at the imposing Windsor Castle in a stage carriage pulled by six white horses.