News for 'Hood'

Would Deepika make a hot Little Mermaid?

Would Deepika make a hot Little Mermaid?

Rediff.com10 Mar 2011

Here are some contenders to play beautiful princesses, enchanted maids or quest-undertaking lads in Bollywood.

CVC refers Delhi Games project to CBI

CVC refers Delhi Games project to CBI

Rediff.com30 Jul 2010

The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) lifted the hood just a little off the 2010 Commonwealth Games projects to find several cases of corruption and inefficiency by almost all the government agencies related to the event.

Two Indian brothers killed in Texas plane crash

Two Indian brothers killed in Texas plane crash

Rediff.com16 Jul 2010

Twenty-six year old Casey Brinegar and 22-year old Kartik Kalaichelvan, both flight instructors, and Kartik's brother Pratik Kalaichelyan, 19, died in the accident. Brinegar and Kartik died on the spot while Pratik died in the hospital. Officials have not determined yet, who piloted the plane.

Toyota to recall 6.5 million cars to fix power window switch

Toyota to recall 6.5 million cars to fix power window switch

Rediff.com21 Oct 2015

Toyota said modules in the power window master switch may have been lubricated inconsistently during the manufacturing process.

Frankfurt players display '#blacklivesmatter' on game shirts

Frankfurt players display '#blacklivesmatter' on game shirts

Rediff.com11 Jun 2020

Eintracht Frankfurt changed their team shirt to display "#blacklivesmatter" on the front for their German Cup semi-final at Bayern Munich on Wednesday to take a stand against racism, the club said. Athletes across the world have joined in support of protests triggered by the death of unarmed black man George Floyd in US police custody last month.

Meet the unseen forces behind farmers' protest

Meet the unseen forces behind farmers' protest

Rediff.com23 Jan 2021

Behind the movement are shock-workers functioning quietly to ensure that a seemingly spontaneous, apolitical, grassroots mobilisation sustains itself without dribbling into chaos or violence. Sai Manish lists some of them.

US seeks $16.4 mn penalty from Toyota

US seeks $16.4 mn penalty from Toyota

Rediff.com6 Apr 2010

The amount sought by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration would be the 'largest civil penalty ever assessed' against an auto maker by the auto safety agency, according to the US department of transportation.

Indian aviation to have hi-tech GPS soon

Indian aviation to have hi-tech GPS soon

Rediff.com26 Mar 2010

India's aviation sector would have a fully functioning satellite based navigation system (GPS) in place next year, Aviation Minister Praful Patel said.

Mitsubishi Outlander gets a facelift

Mitsubishi Outlander gets a facelift

Rediff.com4 Mar 2010

Outlander's new looks have been inspired from the Outlander GT prototype.

Al Qaeda set to launch online magazine

Al Qaeda set to launch online magazine

Rediff.com1 Jul 2010

Al Qaeda is promoting the upcoming online release of its first English magazine called Inspire, promising Anwar Al Alwaki, the America-born cleric linked to several terror attacks on the United States, as one of its first guest writers.

First Look: Jayaram in Makeup Man

First Look: Jayaram in Makeup Man

Rediff.com16 Jun 2010

Director Shafi is back with his latest Malayalam offering.

Looking for a sports car? Why buying Nissan GTR makes sense

Looking for a sports car? Why buying Nissan GTR makes sense

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

The GT-R is not about practicality, it's not about the gadgetry and it's also not about the lap times (there are faster cars than the GT-R). Then what is it all about?

Here's a complete list of Aus Open women's champions

Here's a complete list of Aus Open women's champions

Rediff.com26 Jan 2019

List of Australian Open women's singles champions since the event began in 1922 (Australian unless stated):

Kites cracks US box office top 10

Kites cracks US box office top 10

Rediff.com24 May 2010

The Hrithik Roshan-Barbara Mori starrer has become the first Bollywood film to debut in the North American top ten on opening weekend.

Kristen Stewart to make directorial debut

Kristen Stewart to make directorial debut

Rediff.com4 May 2016

The latest Hollywood updates.

Football transfers: Portugal's Martins signs for Atletico Madrid

Football transfers: Portugal's Martins signs for Atletico Madrid

Rediff.com25 Jul 2018

"Our club has reached an agreement with Gelson Martins, making him a new Atletico player," said a statement from last season's La Liga runners-up.

Russell Crowe taking English lessons?

Russell Crowe taking English lessons?

Rediff.com23 Mar 2010

The Hollywood heartthrob learns authentic East Midlands accent for his summer release Robin Hood.

Received Both Doses? Be Careful Please

Received Both Doses? Be Careful Please

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

'You will still want to take all the necessary precautions, which is the right thing to do.'

Send pics/videos of attacks on Indians in Aus

Send pics/videos of attacks on Indians in Aus

Rediff.com1 Jun 2009

Do you have pictures and videos of protest held by ndian students against racial attacks on them in Australia?

Russell Crowe wants to do a Bollywood film

Russell Crowe wants to do a Bollywood film

Rediff.com14 May 2010

The Academy Award winning actor whose film Robin Hood opened the prestigious Cannes festival, has been in talks with Indian financiers and plans to star in the production too.

Prince William's night on freezing London streets

Prince William's night on freezing London streets

Rediff.com23 Dec 2009

Prince William, the second-in- line to the British throne, has spent a night sleeping rough on the streets of London in freezing temperatures as part of his work supporting a charity for the homeless.

US army base gunman wakes up from coma

US army base gunman wakes up from coma

Rediff.com10 Nov 2009

United States army psychiatrist Nidal Malik Hasan, who is accused of killing 13 people at a military base near Houston, has regained consciousness and is able to talk after days in coma. Hasan, 39, who slipped into a coma after being shot by a woman police officer following his shooting spree at the Fort Hood military base on Thursday, is conscious now, hospital sources said. However, it is not clear yet if officials have started interrogating him.

American Imam praises Nidal's shooting spree

American Imam praises Nidal's shooting spree

Rediff.com10 Nov 2009

A radical American Imam, on Yemen's most wanted militants' list, has praised Fort Hood military base shooter Maj Nidal Hassan as a "hero" and a "man of conscience," terming American Muslims who condemned his actions as hypocrites.

US army base gunman was 'nicest guy you'd meet'

US army base gunman was 'nicest guy you'd meet'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2009

An United States military psychiatrist, accused of killing 13 people in a shooting rampage at a key defence base, has been moved to the trauma centre of a San Antonio medical facility. The tragedy unfolded when Major Hasan walked into a soldier readiness centre at the base and opened fire, in the worst attack against the military by one of its own men, killing 12 soldiers and one defence department civilian.A neighbour said he was the 'nicest guy'.

Racial attacks on Indian students continue

Racial attacks on Indian students continue

Rediff.com23 Jun 2009

This was the 15th attack on Indian students in Australia in less than a month.

Nissan X-Trail is back! This time as a hybrid SUV

Nissan X-Trail is back! This time as a hybrid SUV

Rediff.com5 Feb 2016

This new avatar comes with a completely new 2.0 litre petrol engine under its hood.

Comaneci hails history-maker Halep's Wimbledon triumph

Comaneci hails history-maker Halep's Wimbledon triumph

Rediff.com13 Jul 2019

Thirteen months ago, Comaneci was the first person Halep hugged when she clambered up into the stands on Court Philippe Chatrier after she won her first Grand Slam title at the French Open.

India-specific beauties that wowed Auto Expo

India-specific beauties that wowed Auto Expo

Rediff.com11 Jan 2010

India-specific hatchbacks took centrestage at the 10th Auto Expo, in New Delhi. Check them out!

Huawei's Honor 8 An All-rounder

Huawei's Honor 8 An All-rounder

Rediff.com28 Nov 2016

Kakoli Chakraborty checks out the memory-loaded smartphone that will sit well with photography enthusiasts

5 exciting cars to be launched in India this October

5 exciting cars to be launched in India this October

Rediff.com5 Oct 2015

Two of these launches are from the country's largest passenger carmaker, Maruti

Two dead in Orlando office shooting

Two dead in Orlando office shooting

Rediff.com7 Nov 2009

At least two persons were killed and many others injured on Friday when a gunman went on a shooting spree in a high rise building in Orlando city of Florida otherwise known for Disneyland, police official said.

Samsung Galaxy A5 review: As good as a flagship, but SO MUCH cheaper!

Samsung Galaxy A5 review: As good as a flagship, but SO MUCH cheaper!

Rediff.com5 Sep 2017

With major tweaks -- and at 29k -- Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 ticks all the right boxes, says Kakoli Chakraborty.

Oxford ropes in Indian alumni for fundraiser

Oxford ropes in Indian alumni for fundraiser

Rediff.com28 May 2008

The campaign aims to raise 1.25 billion pounds, and begins at a high profile international event in London on Wednesday. The launch event at the British Academy features the university's chancellor Lord Chris Patten, and vice-chancellor John Hood. Oxonians from various fields and countries have been roped in to raise funds that will be used to meet rising costs and steep competition from American universities.

Has Citi 'stolen' its ad idea from Matheno Films?

Has Citi 'stolen' its ad idea from Matheno Films?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2019

A film-maker has accused Citi India of 'picking up' his idea for their latest ad. But the bank denies this vehemently and has threatened legal action.

Skoda to launch Yeti by June

Skoda to launch Yeti by June

Rediff.com5 Feb 2010

Yeti is not impressive to look at but it surely has lot of power under that hood and come with a price tag of Rs 12 -15 lakhs.

Dr Kasturi, first Indian prez of IEEE Comp Society

Dr Kasturi, first Indian prez of IEEE Comp Society

Rediff.com4 Feb 2008

"We see an opportunity to enhance the value of the IEEE CS to its members, its customers, the profession, and the public," said Dr Kasturi, the Douglas W Hood professor and chair of the Computer Science and Engineering Department at the University of South Florida.

Now Pokemon Go on Apple watch

Now Pokemon Go on Apple watch

Rediff.com8 Sep 2016

Apple Watch Series 2 is swim proof.

25 Years Ago in Bollywood...

25 Years Ago in Bollywood...

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

Sukanya Verma lists significant memories in our 1996 recap.

Nivin Pauly to become Kayamkulam Kochunni

Nivin Pauly to become Kayamkulam Kochunni

Rediff.com26 Aug 2016

The latest updates from the Malayalam film industry.

Who is the hottest superhero? Vote now!

Who is the hottest superhero? Vote now!

Rediff.com17 Nov 2017

Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who is the dishiest of them all?