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2000 match-fixing scandal: Bookie Sanjeev Chawla extradited from UK

2000 match-fixing scandal: Bookie Sanjeev Chawla extradited from UK

Rediff.com13 Feb 2020

Sanjeev Chawla, accompanied by a Delhi police crime branch team from London, reached Delhi on Thursday morning

Ashwin to play for Surrey against Somerset

Ashwin to play for Surrey against Somerset

Rediff.com11 Jul 2021

India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin on Saturday was added to Surrey's squad for the County Championship fixture against Somerset, starting on July 11 at the Oval in London.

UK begins trial to see if Covid dogs can sniff out virus

UK begins trial to see if Covid dogs can sniff out virus

Rediff.com16 May 2020

The trial brings together leading disease control experts from the universities with Medical Detection Dogs, who have already successfully trained dogs to detect the odour of many different diseases in humans, such as cancer, malaria and Parkinson's disease.

COVID-19 vaccine may never be found, warns UK PM

COVID-19 vaccine may never be found, warns UK PM

Rediff.com12 May 2020

Admitting that a vaccine or drug-based treatment is the only feasible long-term solution, he said the UK has accelerated this with promising vaccine development programmes and a collaboration between Oxford University and pharma major AstraZeneca was a vital step that could help rapidly advance the manufacture of a Covid-19 vaccine when it is ready.

Duchess of Cambridge self-isolating after Covid contact

Duchess of Cambridge self-isolating after Covid contact

Rediff.com5 Jul 2021

Kate's last public event was a visit to Wimbledon on Friday in her role as patron of the All England Lawn Tennis Club and a keen tennis fan.

Verdict on Nirav Modi's extradition appeal likely in Jan 2022

Verdict on Nirav Modi's extradition appeal likely in Jan 2022

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

The High Court in London on Tuesday began hearing Nirav Modi's appeal on the grounds of his mental health against extradition to India to face charges of fraud and money laundering, amounting to an estimated $2 billion in the Punjab National Bank (PNB) loan scam case. Lord Justice Jeremy Stuart-Smith and Justice Robert Jay presided over the hearing at the Royal Courts of Justice to determine whether District Judge Sam Goozee's February ruling in favour of extradition was incorrect to overlook the diamond merchant's "high risk of suicide". The court heard of an additional assurance from the Indian authorities on November 13, which reiterates previous commitments of adequate specialist medical care and an ambulance at hand were Nirav to be extradited to Mumbai.

London court remands Nirav Modi till Feb 27 in PNB case

London court remands Nirav Modi till Feb 27 in PNB case

Rediff.com30 Jan 2020

The 48-year-old, who has been lodged at Wandsworth prison in south-west London, appeared via videolink from prison before district judge David Robinson. "I am told that your case is proceeding in accordance with the directions for a final hearing on 11 May," the judge told Modi, as he set the next 28-day remand hearing via videolink for February 27. Modi's extradition trial is scheduled for five days starting May 11, with the case management hearings in the case set to begin once all the evidence has been handed in to the court for the trial.

How BLOCKBUSTER Music Was Made For Aamir Khan

How BLOCKBUSTER Music Was Made For Aamir Khan

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

'We brought melody back to Hindi cinema and our songs which came straight from the heart, be it Papa Kehte Hain, Aye Mere Humsafar, Ghazab Ka Hai Din or Akele Hain To Kya Gham Hai, resonates even today.'

UK PM says doctors prepared for his death in COVID-19 battle

UK PM says doctors prepared for his death in COVID-19 battle

Rediff.com3 May 2020

They gave me a face mask so I got litres and litres of oxygen and for a long time I had that and the little nose jobbie, Boris said.

Brexit bill crosses UK Parliament finish line

Brexit bill crosses UK Parliament finish line

Rediff.com23 Jan 2020

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson confirmed in a statement on Thursday that the European Union Withdrawal Agreement Bill has cleared its parliamentary stages and is now awaiting Royal Assent by Queen Elizabeth II before it goes on for EU ratification.

Ishant gets stitches on his right hand

Ishant gets stitches on his right hand

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

'Ishant has had multiple stitches on his middle and fourth finger in his right hand. However it is not very serious'

UK signs deal for 90 million COVID-19 vaccine doses

UK signs deal for 90 million COVID-19 vaccine doses

Rediff.com20 Jul 2020

To enable large-scale vaccine studies to take place across the UK, the aim is to get 500,000 people signed up by October, which is considered vital in the fight against coronavirus.

Why Designing Clothes For This Film Was SO TOUGH!

Why Designing Clothes For This Film Was SO TOUGH!

Rediff.com8 Mar 2022

'Kangana is such a stylo, she knows what will look good on her.'

40% of loss in Mallya, PNB scams recovered from sale of shares: ED

40% of loss in Mallya, PNB scams recovered from sale of shares: ED

Rediff.com23 Jun 2021

About 40 per cent of the money lost by banks in the PNB scam and the fraud linked to fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya's defunct Kingfisher Airlines has been realised by way of sale of shares seized under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), the Enforcement Directorate said on Wednesday.

UK PM Boris Johnson recuperates at country home with fiancee

UK PM Boris Johnson recuperates at country home with fiancee

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

Downing Street has said that the prime minister would not be returning to work immediately and will be based at the sprawling 1,000-acre estate in Buckinghamshire, south-east England, for a recovery period on medical advice.

UK PM taking short walks, watching films in hospital

UK PM taking short walks, watching films in hospital

Rediff.com11 Apr 2020

Downing Street has not confirmed if Johnson had been allowed any visitors or seen Carrie Symonds, his heavily pregnant fiance, but said he had received many thousands of get well cards.

Dominica court adjourns Choksi's case hearing till June 25

Dominica court adjourns Choksi's case hearing till June 25

Rediff.com15 Jun 2021

A Dominica Magistrate Court has adjourned till June 25 the hearing into alleged illegal entry of fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi into the Caribbean island nation, local media there reported. On Monday, the Magistrate Court was to start hearing the case of Choksi's "illegal entry" into the country on May 23 but he was a "no show", a media website Natureislenews reported. His legal team submitted a medical certificate from the doctors of Dominica China Friendship Hospital, where Choksi is being held, of "mental stress" and elevated blood pressure.

Coronavirus: Charities face crisis during UK shutdown

Coronavirus: Charities face crisis during UK shutdown

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

The postponement of major sporting events during the coronavirus pandemic has left some British charities concerned about their survival, representatives have told Reuters, while others are worried about delivering services to vulnerable people.

Over 10K drivers in London register on Ola ahead of launch

Over 10K drivers in London register on Ola ahead of launch

Rediff.com17 Dec 2019

Ola said it will not charge commission from drivers for the first two months after the launch, allowing them to retain 100 per cent of their earnings from the platform.

Study hotel management in the UK!

Study hotel management in the UK!

Rediff.com15 Apr 2008

International Institute of Hotel Management opens admissions to BA courses that offer students the option of studying in the UK.

Indian banks urge UK court to declare Mallya bankrupt

Indian banks urge UK court to declare Mallya bankrupt

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

A consortium of Indian public sector banks led by SBI sought a bankruptcy order against embattled liquor tycoon Vijay Mallya during a high court hearing in London on Wednesday as part of efforts to recoup around 1.145 billion pounds in unpaid loans. Mallya's legal team, led by barrister Philip Marshall, argued for the bankruptcy petition to be dismissed because their client was being unfairly pursued by the banks in India and the UK on opposing grounds.

UK goes into shutdown to fight against Covid-19

UK goes into shutdown to fight against Covid-19

Rediff.com21 Mar 2020

The decision, that would be reviewed on a month-by-month basis, came a day after England registered its biggest jump in death toll of 39 to hit 177.

WTC final should be best of three affair in long run: Shastri

WTC final should be best of three affair in long run: Shastri

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

India head coach Ravi Shastri on Wednesday said the ICC World Test Championship final should be a best-of-three affair in the long run and not a one-off match like his side is set to play against New Zealand in the inaugural edition.

WTC final: Why NZ will have slight edge over India

WTC final: Why NZ will have slight edge over India

Rediff.com31 May 2021

Brendon McCullum predicted a 'ripping match' when India and New Zealand clash in the inaugural WTC final

Nick Hockley appointed chief executive of Cricket Australia

Nick Hockley appointed chief executive of Cricket Australia

Rediff.com31 May 2021

Raised in Birmingham, Hockley held senior positions in the organising committee of the ICC Cricket World Cup in Australia in 2015 and 2012 London Olympics and Paralympic Games.

What Vijay Mallya's bankruptcy means for fugitive businessman, lenders

What Vijay Mallya's bankruptcy means for fugitive businessman, lenders

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

The Insolvencies and Companies Court of London high court on Monday declared fugitive business baron Vijay Mallya a bankrupt person as per UK laws. Legal experts explain what this means for 65-year old Mallya's personal liberties, his legal battle against extradition to India to face trial, and for the consortium of Indian lenders - at whose behest the bankruptcy proceedings were initiated in the UK courts.

Indian firms next only to US in London projects

Indian firms next only to US in London projects

Rediff.com21 Nov 2007

In a survey released on Tuesday by Think London, 61 per cent of Indian and US companies having operations in the city said that the return on investments and revenue growth was the highest for operations based in London than anywhere any other European city. "Four times as many US and Indian companies in London than those in other European cities feel that their return on investment is significantly higher as a result of their presence in the city," the report said.

UK court rejects Nirav Modi's bail plea for fifth time

UK court rejects Nirav Modi's bail plea for fifth time

Rediff.com5 Mar 2020

He appeared via videolink from the prison as his legal team offered a package of "stringent" bail measures, including bail security of 4 million pound, house arrest with a 24-hour electronic tag as well as a private security guard service and a strictly monitored access to gadgets and telephones.

Modi talks to new British PM; seeks 'stronger, closer' ties

Modi talks to new British PM; seeks 'stronger, closer' ties

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

Thanking Prime Minister Modi, May said she looked forward to working closely with him for developing stronger bilateral ties.

Getting a UK visa may get tougher

Getting a UK visa may get tougher

Rediff.com12 Jul 2007

Visit London, a UK-based tourism promotion agency, has said the British High Commission might take extra time to process the visa applications of Indians from a particular religion or community.

Fantastic challenge to play against India in WTC final: Williamson

Fantastic challenge to play against India in WTC final: Williamson

Rediff.com18 May 2021

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson is excited to face India in the ICC World Test Championships (WTC) final next month as he considers showdowns against Virat Kohli's men to be a 'fantastic challenge'.

London can host 2020 Games if moved over coronavirus

London can host 2020 Games if moved over coronavirus

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

With the Tokyo Games due to begin on July 24, organisers have set up a task force to coordinate with public health authorities over the epidemic.

Trump to avoid spending time in London during UK visit

Trump to avoid spending time in London during UK visit

Rediff.com6 Jul 2018

According to official details unveiled by Downing Street on Friday, Trump will arrive for the two-day "working visit" next Thursday afternoon straight from a NATO summit in Brussels, Belgium.

Did Shastri, Kohli ignore BCCI's protocols?

Did Shastri, Kohli ignore BCCI's protocols?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2021

It is learnt that neither Head Coach Ravi Shastri nor captain Virat Kohli sought any written permission from the BCCI to attend the former's book launch at the team hotel.

The REAL Story Of The 1 Billion Vaccines

The REAL Story Of The 1 Billion Vaccines

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

We should be relieved that we got the doses but we must also know where they came from and who was and who was not responsible for this achievement, notes Aakar Patel.

Mallya's appeal in UK court against extradition enters final day

Mallya's appeal in UK court against extradition enters final day

Rediff.com13 Feb 2020

A key defence to disprove a prima facie case of fraud and misrepresentation on Mallya's part has revolved around the fact that Kingfisher Airlines was the victim of economic misfortune alongside other Indian airlines.

Mallya back in UK court to fight his extradition

Mallya back in UK court to fight his extradition

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

Mallya's barrister, Clare Montgomery, reiterated the central defence that there had been no misrepresentation or fraud on the part of her client and that Kingfisher Airlines was the victim of economic misfortune alongside other airlines.

India's batting star Shafali to feature in The Hundred

India's batting star Shafali to feature in The Hundred

Rediff.com10 May 2021

India's teen batting sensation Shafali Verma is set to play for Birmingham Phoenix in the inaugural edition of The Hundred and might also turn up for a Sydney franchise in the Women's Big bash League later in the year.

Umesh gets COVID-19 vaccine

Umesh gets COVID-19 vaccine

Rediff.com9 May 2021

>The Indian cricketers, who have been picked for next month's World Test Championship final against New Zealand and the five-Test series in England, are looking to get their first dose of the vaccine ahead of their trip to the UK.

UK lawmakers must vote on Brexit, rules London high court

UK lawmakers must vote on Brexit, rules London high court

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

This effectively means British PM Theresa May cannot trigger Article 50 of the Lisbon Treaty to begin formal discussions with the EU without getting the approval of House of Commons MPs.