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I want martydom: Kafeel's last e-mail

I want martydom: Kafeel's last e-mail

Rediff.com20 Aug 2007

UK sleuths come up with new evidence of Kafeel Ahmed's terror links

Grand Slam success: How Roger Federer does it

Grand Slam success: How Roger Federer does it

Rediff.com29 Jan 2018

The tennis player's 20th Grand Slam win speaks volumes about his commitment to the game.

Why vegetarianism is not all that great an idea for India

Why vegetarianism is not all that great an idea for India

Rediff.com26 Jan 2019

Indian farmers practise an agro-silvo-pastoral system and that livestock is a crucial part of their economy. Taking away the meat would demonetise their assets. It would kill their income, says Sunita Narain.

Too hot to handle: A fierce, desi Lara Croft!

Too hot to handle: A fierce, desi Lara Croft!

Rediff.com14 Nov 2017

This desi Lara Croft swooped into Mumbai for Comic Con and had us floored!

Teenager arrested for virtual theft

Teenager arrested for virtual theft

Rediff.com15 Nov 2007

A Dutch teenager has been arrested for stealing virtual furniture from Habbo Hotel, a social networking website.

Rushdie claims new book-signing record

Rushdie claims new book-signing record

Rediff.com18 Jul 2008

In a letter to The Guardian, Rushdie, who last week won the Best of the Bookers award, said that he had broken wine writer Malcolm Gluck's record for book signings. Gluck's claimed his record is 1,001 copies in 59 minutes, set at a wine warehouse in London in 1998.

Jones' terrorist comment did hurt: Amla

Jones' terrorist comment did hurt: Amla

Rediff.com8 Jul 2008

Two years since Hashim Amla was called a 'terrorist' live on air by Dean Jones, the South African said he had forgiven Jones but the hurt caused by the remark lingers on.

Why Jamal Khashoggi's death matters

Why Jamal Khashoggi's death matters

Rediff.com11 Nov 2018

'A 2018 murder may lead to shifts in the geopolitical order and impact at least one monarchy,' says Devangshu Datta.

Why Ash didn't kiss Martin!

Why Ash didn't kiss Martin!

Rediff.com3 Mar 2008

Why Gurinder Chadha won't do sex scenes.

Inside Saudi Arabia's 5-star 'prison'

Inside Saudi Arabia's 5-star 'prison'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2017

A look at the gilded cage where Saudi princes, former ministers, one of the world's richest men and other businessmen are being held prisoner.

Federer admits he was 'never good enough' to beat Nadal in Paris

Federer admits he was 'never good enough' to beat Nadal in Paris

Rediff.com19 Jun 2016

Describing Rafael Nadal as his greatest rival, Swiss tennis maestro Roger Federer has admitted that he could never maintain a complete stranglehold over the Spaniard at the French Open, which is considered as the former's stronghold.

Rushdie's Booker crown in danger

Rushdie's Booker crown in danger

Rediff.com21 Feb 2008

The Booker Of Booker winner will now have to compete against 41 others vying for the new Best of the Booker award.

The dragon

The dragon

Rediff.com7 Feb 2008

The year 2008 depicts new beginnings for the dragon.

Is this photograph worth Rs 40 crore?

Is this photograph worth Rs 40 crore?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2014

Believe it or not, but a new record for the most expensive photograph ever has been set by landscape photographer Peter Lik's $6.5 million (about Rs 40 crore) snap titled the 'Phantom'.

'Britain tested poison gas on Indian soldiers'

'Britain tested poison gas on Indian soldiers'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2007

British military scientists sent hundreds of Indian soldiers into gas chambers to test mustard gas during more than a decade of experiments that began before World War II, a media report said.

Tata Steel close to deal to keep UK business

Tata Steel close to deal to keep UK business

Rediff.com3 Jun 2016

It is not clear at this stage whether Tata will take up the government's offer of taking a 25 per cent stake in the business.

US, China may fight a war over South China Sea: Top Trump aide

US, China may fight a war over South China Sea: Top Trump aide

Rediff.com2 Feb 2017

Steve Bannon, a far-right figure, who has been given unprecedented power in the White House, said on his radio show in March 2016.

I know who killed my daughter, says Scarlett's mom

I know who killed my daughter, says Scarlett's mom

Rediff.com5 May 2008

Fiona MacKeown, who visited Goa last week to follow up on the murder case, tells The Guardian that the man's identity is "common knowledge" in Goa. "I was approached by many people who told me his name. He is a powerful person with money. It would explain why the police have tried to cover up the case," she has been quoted as saying by the newspaper

UK interior minister resigns over immigration scandal

UK interior minister resigns over immigration scandal

Rediff.com30 Apr 2018

She had faced criticism over the existence of UK Home Office deportation targets and her knowledge of them.

Wigan chairman Whelan threatens to quit over racism row

Wigan chairman Whelan threatens to quit over racism row

Rediff.com23 Nov 2014

Wigan Athletic chairman Dave Whelan says he will resign if the English FA find him guilty of racism over comments he made defending the appointment of controversial manager Malky Mackay.

Veteran journalist Praful Bidwai passes away

Veteran journalist Praful Bidwai passes away

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

Journalist, social science researcher, human rights activist and Rediff.com contributor, Praful Bidwai has passed away. He was 66.

UK varsities may spy on Asian students

UK varsities may spy on Asian students

Rediff.com16 Oct 2006

The British government wants University staff to report suspicious activity by Asian students to the Special Branch to check extremism.

7 militant groups to form political front in Iraq

7 militant groups to form political front in Iraq

Rediff.com19 Jul 2007

The Guardian newspaper reports that leaders of three of the insurgent groups said the armed resistance would continue till all foreign troops had left Iraqi soil and, in passing, blamed the Al Qaeda for mayhem targeting civilians

Tata, Ford to sign deal soon

Tata, Ford to sign deal soon

Rediff.com24 Mar 2008

Indian conglomerate Tata and US car maker Ford are expected to complete the deal of the latter's luxury brands Jaguar and Land Rover within a few days, a media report said on Monday. According to The Guardian newspaper, Ford is expected to complete the sale of Jaguar and Land Rover to Tata "within a few days." However, neither side has put a price on the marques. The price tag is likely to get closer to $ 2 billion. The deal was prolonged due to complexities in the agreement.

Cadbury to be prosecuted over salmonella scare

Cadbury to be prosecuted over salmonella scare

Rediff.com13 Feb 2007

More than a million Cadbury bars were pulled out of the shops across Britain over fears that they may have been contaminated.

McLaren wait on Alonso's successor

McLaren wait on Alonso's successor

Rediff.com5 Nov 2007

McLaren are in no rush to sign a successor to departed double world champion Fernando Alonso.

Indian lesbian couple lose court fight to stay in UK

Indian lesbian couple lose court fight to stay in UK

Rediff.com14 May 2016

The couple arrived from India as friends in 2007 and went on to enter into a civil partnership in Scotland in 2008, which they converted into marriage last year.

Of Elizabeth, Gandhi and Kapur

Of Elizabeth, Gandhi and Kapur

Rediff.com1 Nov 2007

The director drew parallels for Elizabeth, his first film on the British monarch, with former prime minister Indira Gandhi, and for Golden Age with Princess Diana.

Leaked documents show how ISIS is building its state

Leaked documents show how ISIS is building its state

Rediff.com8 Dec 2015

The 24-page dossier outlines how the terror group is trying to build a state complete with guidelines for education, natural resources, industry, diplomacy, propaganda and the military.

Racism on the sporting field must stop!

Racism on the sporting field must stop!

Rediff.com22 Nov 2019

Many former players believe that storming out of games is a powerful tool to counter racism, a move that will force administrators to take the problem more seriously, and act in a way that compels clubs to obliterate such a culture and evict those responsible, says Dhruv Munjal.

Try PPF for secure returns

Try PPF for secure returns

Rediff.com11 Feb 2008

PPF is a good instrument for investors as it allows flexibility and tax benefits.

Move to invent new drugs can aid poor nations

Move to invent new drugs can aid poor nations

Rediff.com2 Jan 2007

Two UK-based academicians, including an NRI, claim to have devised a way to invent new medicines and get them to market cheaply to enable millions in poor countries to be cured of infectious diseases.

I am gay, declares Church of England Bishop

I am gay, declares Church of England Bishop

Rediff.com3 Sep 2016

A Bishop on Saturday became the first Church of England priest to openly declare that he is gay and in a long-term relationship with a man.

Find out the latest controversial thing said by F1 boss

Find out the latest controversial thing said by F1 boss

Rediff.com20 Apr 2016

Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone caused a social media storm on Tuesday when he said women racing drivers would not be taken seriously in the sport and dismissed the contribution of immigrants to Britain.

Bullies are not made, they are born

Bullies are not made, they are born

Rediff.com27 Dec 2007

In fact, according to the researchers, genetic influences explain 73 per cent of kids' risk of being a victim and 61 per cent of their chance of being a bully.

Now, The Hobbit on the big screen

Now, The Hobbit on the big screen

Rediff.com19 Dec 2007

The Hobbit will be adapted, but LotR director Peter Jackson will not direct the films.

Cook has team backing, asserts England assistant coach

Cook has team backing, asserts England assistant coach

Rediff.com22 Dec 2016

Even as Alastair Cook ponders about his future as Test captain after the 4-0 series drubbing in India, England's assistant coach Paul Farbrace said the entire team is behind the lanky opener.

First US state in 40 years to ban executions

First US state in 40 years to ban executions

Rediff.com14 Dec 2007

The state senate voted in favour of the abolition on Monday, and the New Jersey followed suit on Thursday with a 44-36 vote in favour. The measure is now expected to be approved by the Democrat governor, Jon Corzine

Celine Dion is back with new album

Celine Dion is back with new album

Rediff.com11 Dec 2007

The Grammy award-winner is back with a new album, Taking Chances.

Parsis find it tough in Iran

Parsis find it tough in Iran

Rediff.com4 Oct 2006

It may be one of the world's oldest religions, but Zoroastrianism is treated with suspicion by Iran's Islamic state, says a report in The Guardian.