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Racist attack on Indian in Scotland

Racist attack on Indian in Scotland

Rediff.com6 Mar 2013

A 28-year-old Indian on a night out at Edinburgh city in Scotland has become the "unprovoked" victim of a racist attack, requiring treatment for facial injuries.

CWG PHOTOS: Scotland's Wallace delights home crowd

CWG PHOTOS: Scotland's Wallace delights home crowd

Rediff.com26 Jul 2014

Scotland's Daniel Wallace delighted the host nation with a sensational victory in the 400 metres individual medley and England claimed their first gold medals in the pool at the Commonwealth Games on Friday.

New Zealand beat Scotland by 7 wickets

New Zealand beat Scotland by 7 wickets

Rediff.com6 Jun 2009

New Zealand romped to a seven-wicket victory over Scotland in a rain-shortened Twenty20 World Cup group D match at the Oval on Saturday.

Fatima's PERFECT Holiday

Fatima's PERFECT Holiday

Rediff.com19 Sep 2023

Ananya holidays in Budapest... Shraddha is in Chandigarh... Tripti dreams of Greece...

From Scotland to Greece... Student biked for 48 days to make it back home

From Scotland to Greece... Student biked for 48 days to make it back home

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

Kleon Papadimitriou, a Greek student in Aberdeen, Scotland undertook the adventure when flights to much of Europe were cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

India rally to beat Scotland 4-1 in HWL semis

India rally to beat Scotland 4-1 in HWL semis

Rediff.com15 Jun 2017

India conceded a surprise early goal but made a fine comeback by pumping in four quick goals to beat minnows Scotland 4-1 in their opening match of Hockey World League semi-finals in London.

Bade Miyan Chote Miyan: 'Most Difficult Film Of My Career'

Bade Miyan Chote Miyan: 'Most Difficult Film Of My Career'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2024

'When you're attempting a genre such as action with two big action heroes, your film needs to look and feel a certain way, which was very difficult to achieve.'

ODI World Cup Qualifiers: Netherlands secure passage to India!

ODI World Cup Qualifiers: Netherlands secure passage to India!

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

Bas de Leede struck a superb 123 as Netherlands sealed qualification for the 50-over Cricket World Cup in India.

Ashwin replaces Bumrah as World No 1 Test bowler!

Ashwin replaces Bumrah as World No 1 Test bowler!

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

This is Ravichandran Ashwin's sixth stint at the top of the rankings. He first became number one in December 2015.

Meet the 20 teams that have qualified for 2024 T20 WC

Meet the 20 teams that have qualified for 2024 T20 WC

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

After the results of the Africa Qualifier, the slots for the 20 participating teams have been filled.

Scotland, UAE book spot in 2015 Cricket World Cup

Scotland, UAE book spot in 2015 Cricket World Cup

Rediff.com30 Jan 2014

Scotland pipped Kenya to secure their third World Cup appearance on Thursday while United Arab Emirates (UAE) also booked their ticket for next year's marquee 50-over tournament in Australia and New Zealand.

Why is Akshay wearing a Bell Bottom in Scotland?

Why is Akshay wearing a Bell Bottom in Scotland?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

The crew of 120 will be quarantined for a week and the shoot will begin on August 15, and go right up to September 20.

NRI cop sues Scotland Yard

NRI cop sues Scotland Yard

Rediff.com23 Aug 2008

Indian-origin Assistant Commissioner of Police Tarique Ghaffur, one of Britain's senior officers, has launched legal action against the Scotland Yard on the grounds that he was 'harassed, degraded and humiliated' because he is Asian and a Muslim.Ghaffur officially lodged the discrimination claim against the Metropolitan Police and Commissioner Sir Ian Blair.Ghaffur has been further 'victimised' by threats that he would be sacked unless he suspended legal proceedings.

Cillian! Cillian! Cillian!'

Cillian! Cillian! Cillian!'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Students and principals at the primary and senior schools Oscar winner Cillian Murphy attended in Cork, Ireland, tells Rediff.com what the triumph means to them.

World Cup Qualifiers: Nissanka hammers ton as Lanka earn WC berth

World Cup Qualifiers: Nissanka hammers ton as Lanka earn WC berth

Rediff.com2 Jul 2023

Pathum Nissanka scored an unbeaten 101 as Sri Lanka booked their place at the 50-over Cricket World Cup in India.

WT20: Scotland beat Hong Kong by 8 wickets in rain-hit qualifier

WT20: Scotland beat Hong Kong by 8 wickets in rain-hit qualifier

Rediff.com12 Mar 2016

Scotland dished out a superb all-round performance to notch up an eight-wicket win over Hong Kong via Duckworth/Lewis method in a rain-affected inconsequential match of the ICC World Twenty20 in Nagpur on Saturday.

Road to ODI World Cup 2023 begins with qualifiers

Road to ODI World Cup 2023 begins with qualifiers

Rediff.com23 May 2023

World Cup 2023 Qualifiers: West Indies, Sri Lanka in separate groups

Benazir case: Scotland Yard alleges non-coperation

Benazir case: Scotland Yard alleges non-coperation

Rediff.com19 Jan 2008

The Scotland Yard team probing former Pakistan prime minister Benazir Bhutto's assassination has lodged a written complaint with President Pervez Musharraf, alleging non-cooperation by local investigating agencies.

Holder's plea: West Indies cricketers must unite

Holder's plea: West Indies cricketers must unite

Rediff.com2 Jul 2023

Jason Holder appealed fellow cricketers to shun 'territorial' mindset and come together

Scotland Yard to send team to Rawalpindi

Scotland Yard to send team to Rawalpindi

Rediff.com3 Jan 2008

The spokesman said, "We confirm that, at the request of the Pakistan government, a small team of officers from the MPS Counter Terrorism Command will be traveling to Pakistan to provide support and assistance in the investigation into the death of Benazir Bhutto." Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf on Wednesday night announced that he has sought help from the Scotland Yard for the investigations into the assassination of Bhutto.

Photographs That Speak A Million Words

Photographs That Speak A Million Words

Rediff.com7 May 2024

Check out the winners of the Sony World Photography Awards 2024. Now in its 17th year, the World Photography Organisation's awards ceremony is a major annual moment recognising the best photography in the world, celebrating the images and stories that have resonated with global audiences over the past year.

Scotland Yard findings on Bhutto credible: US

Scotland Yard findings on Bhutto credible: US

Rediff.com9 Feb 2008

''In terms of the investigation itself by Scotland Yard, we view this as a credible investigation by independent, outside experts,'' State Department spokesman Tom Casey said. ''We don't have any reason why we would question the validity of their assessment,'' he added.

Spotted: Dev Anand in Scotland

Spotted: Dev Anand in Scotland

Rediff.com14 May 2008

A reader has sent us photographs of Dev Anand

Nations League: 'Spain's confidence boosted by Italy win'

Nations League: 'Spain's confidence boosted by Italy win'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

Spain must continue this improvement in order to beat Croatia in the final in Rotterdam on Sunday, Manchester City midfielder Rodri said.

Nations League: Portugal 'B Squad' hammer Scotland 3-0

Nations League: Portugal 'B Squad' hammer Scotland 3-0

Rediff.com15 Oct 2018

Debutant Helder Costa opened the scoring on his international debut for an experimental Portugal who made 10 changes from the team which started the 3-2 Nations League win in Poland on Thursday.

Pakistan trio let go post Scotland Yard grilling

Pakistan trio let go post Scotland Yard grilling

Rediff.com4 Sep 2010

Officers of the Scotland Yard questioned Test captain Butt and pace bowlers Aamir and Asif, who were suspended by the International Cricket Council on Friday and charged with offences under its anti-corruption code for "alleged irregular behaviour" during last week's Lord's Test.

An independent Scotland might lower the spirit of Scotch whisky lovers

An independent Scotland might lower the spirit of Scotch whisky lovers

Rediff.com18 Sep 2014

A factor which would be key to Scotch consumers is the new currency an independent Scotland would go for .

Voters Prefer Strong Leaders Like Modi

Voters Prefer Strong Leaders Like Modi

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

...Even if it means less democracy, so that their everyday problems get solved? argues R Jagannathan.

Villa equals Raul record as Spain edge Scotland

Villa equals Raul record as Spain edge Scotland

Rediff.com13 Oct 2010

David Villa equalled Raul's Spain scoring record of 44 but the world and European champions had to withstand a Scotland fightback before Fernando Llorente's late goal secured a 3-2 win in a Euro 2012 qualifier on Tuesday.

India maul Scotland 4-0, face Pak Test

India maul Scotland 4-0, face Pak Test

Rediff.com10 Oct 2010

Young striker Dharamvir Singh scored a double as India defeated a lowly Scotland 4-0 in a Pool A match to stay in hunt for a semi-final spot in the men's hockey event, at the Commonwealth Games.

Pooran, Holder, Mayers skip central deals, eye T20I glory

Pooran, Holder, Mayers skip central deals, eye T20I glory

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Nicholas Pooran, Jason Holders and Kyle Mayers have declined to join the West Indies roster for the 2023-24 season.

Navratri: Gorgeous Greys Of Bollywood

Navratri: Gorgeous Greys Of Bollywood

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

Sukanya Verma proves that it can be gorgeous too when seen through Bollywood's loving, lyrical eyes.

World Cup 2023: What You Need to Know

World Cup 2023: What You Need to Know

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

How do teams get to the semi-finals? Will there be a reserve day for the final? How much will teams get for winning each round robin game?

Team Scotland boss criticises Delhi Games

Team Scotland boss criticises Delhi Games

Rediff.com27 Sep 2010

Team Scotland boss Jon Doig has criticised the Delhi Commonwealth Games organisers, saying the athletes have been let down by them as the Village is not upto the mark and there are things yet to be fixed.

Scotland's Murdoch wins shock gold in the pool

Scotland's Murdoch wins shock gold in the pool

Rediff.com25 Jul 2014

Scotland's Ross Murdoch upset the odds by swimming a Commonwealth Games record time to beat favourite Michael Jamieson and secure an unexpected gold in the 200 metres breaststroke in Glasgow on Thursday.

Scotland Yard foils Islamist terror plot with 4 arrests

Scotland Yard foils Islamist terror plot with 4 arrests

Rediff.com14 Oct 2013

Scotland Yard have arrested four suspected Islamist terrorists in London on suspicion of plotting a "potentially very serious" terror attack.

Scotland Yard wants post mortem done on Benazir

Scotland Yard wants post mortem done on Benazir

Rediff.com11 Jan 2008

The Scotland Yard team, probing the assassination of former Pakistan prime minister Benazir Bhutto, is facing difficulties and demanded the slain leader's post-mortem.

Petition in Pak SC challenges Scotland Yard probe

Petition in Pak SC challenges Scotland Yard probe

Rediff.com9 Jan 2008

The petitioner sought instructions to the interior ministry to suspend all investigations by any foreign agency inside Pakistan and further directions to the federal government to immediately deposit with the apex court all evidence collected by any foreign agency, until the disposal of his petition.

Tiger Shows Off Some Serious Muscle

Tiger Shows Off Some Serious Muscle

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

The actor gave everyone a glimpse of his chiselled body by posting stills from his upcoming film, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan.

Tata Steel to invest 8 mn in Scotland plant

Tata Steel to invest 8 mn in Scotland plant

Rediff.com27 Apr 2011

This is the second major investment in Scotland by the global giant, following announcement of 8 million pounds investment at Dalzell plate rolling mill in August, 2010.