News for 'Los Angeles'

Will Nithya Raman be Los Angeles's first Indian American mayor?

Will Nithya Raman be Los Angeles's first Indian American mayor?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2026

Kerala-born Nithya Raman is currently leading incumbent Mayor Karen Bass in the Los Angeles mayoral race following a recent televised debate. The two Democrats sparred over critical issues like homelessness and public safety. If elected in the November 3 polls, Raman would be the first Indian-American Mayor of Los Angeles.

Tom Cruise's Digger Arrives In Los Angeles

Tom Cruise's Digger Arrives In Los Angeles

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

Here's a ringside view of Tom Cruise's Digger premiere in Los Angeles.

Iran thank Los Angeles with locker room note

Iran thank Los Angeles with locker room note

Rediff.com22 Jun 2026

'Thank you Los Angeles for your hospitality'

Knight Riders Cricket Ground Makes Historic Debut In Los Angeles

Knight Riders Cricket Ground Makes Historic Debut In Los Angeles

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

The Knight Riders Cricket Ground in Pomona, Los Angeles, which is set to host cricket at the 2028 Olympics, recently held its inaugural competitive match. Developed by the Knight Riders Group, the venue saw the Los Angeles Knight Riders play against Washington Freedom in Major League Cricket, with Washington Freedom securing a six-wicket victory. This new, purpose-built stadium is a significant development for cricket in the United States.

Archer Dhiraj Bommadevara's Unwavering Focus On Los Angeles Olympics

Archer Dhiraj Bommadevara's Unwavering Focus On Los Angeles Olympics

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

Dhiraj Bommadevara, India's top recurve archer, expresses no regrets despite missing an individual medal at his second Asian Games. He highlights his Games-record qualification score and team silver medals, viewing the experience as crucial for his preparation for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Bommadevara emphasizes learning from past failures, the importance of a positive team environment, and the need to focus on improvement rather than dwelling on mistakes.

SRK's Knight Riders Play First Match At New Cricket Ground In Los Angeles

SRK's Knight Riders Play First Match At New Cricket Ground In Los Angeles

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

The Knight Riders Cricket Ground in Pomona, Los Angeles, which is set to host cricket at the 2028 Olympics, recently held its inaugural competitive match.

Los Angeles Knight Riders unveil home ground in southern California

Los Angeles Knight Riders unveil home ground in southern California

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

The Los Angeles Knight Riders on Thursday unveiled the Knight Riders Cricket Field at Fairplex in Pomona, California, which is set to serve as their base for the upcoming season of Major League Cricket in the United States.

Manpreet Singh Targets World Cup Medal, Los Angeles Olympics 2028

Manpreet Singh Targets World Cup Medal, Los Angeles Olympics 2028

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Veteran Indian hockey midfielder Manpreet Singh, despite numerous accolades including Olympic medals, is determined to win a World Cup medal before concluding his illustrious career after the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

ICC Unveils Cricket Qualification Criteria For Los Angeles Olympics

ICC Unveils Cricket Qualification Criteria For Los Angeles Olympics

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the qualification criteria for cricket's return to the Olympics at Los Angeles 2028. The Indian men's team needs to be Asia's highest-ranked in T20Is by end of 2026, while women's teams will qualify based on continental performance in the ongoing T20 World Cup.

24 Dead In Los Angeles Wildfires

24 Dead In Los Angeles Wildfires

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

16 missing, 150,000 evacuated, 70,000 without power.

Olympic flag arrives in Los Angeles!

Olympic flag arrives in Los Angeles!

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

It will be the third time LA will host the Olympic Games in the modern era, after being the host city in 1932 and 1984.

Cricket venue for 2028 Los Angeles Games unveiled

Cricket venue for 2028 Los Angeles Games unveiled

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Pomona, a city in South California, will host the cricket competition during the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, the ICC announced in Dubai on Tuesday.

Aditi Ashok T-59 After Opening Round In Los Angeles

Aditi Ashok T-59 After Opening Round In Los Angeles

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Aditi Ashok carded a 2-under 70 in the opening round of the JM Eagle LA Championship, placing her in a tie for 59th position. Chizzy Iwai leads the tournament after a stunning 9-under 63.

Los Angeles wildfires kill 5; Biden cancels last foreign trip

Los Angeles wildfires kill 5; Biden cancels last foreign trip

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

The uncontrollable fire has so far burned over 70 sq km in three areas: Palisades, west of Los Angeles; Eaton, north of Pasadena and San Fernando Valley.

Baisakhi celebrated  in Los Angeles

Baisakhi celebrated in Los Angeles

Rediff.com15 Apr 2009

Some 15,000 people, mainly from California, and also from across the United States and abroad, joined the 37th Baisakhi celebrations in Los Angeles, California on April 12 sponsored jointly by 20 gurdwaras in Southern California area.

Los Angeles to host 2028 Summer Olympics

Los Angeles to host 2028 Summer Olympics

Rediff.com31 Jul 2017

Los Angeles will host the 2028 Summer Olympics Games after reaching a deal with Olympic organizers, the Los Angeles Times reported on Monday, citing an unnamed source close to the negotiation.

Mallika Sherawat in Los Angeles

Mallika Sherawat in Los Angeles

Rediff.com7 Dec 2009

Reader Abhinav Shrivastava has sent us a photograph.

Ranbir, Sai, Yash At Ramayana's LA Premiere

Ranbir, Sai, Yash At Ramayana's LA Premiere

Rediff.com6 days ago

Ramayana: Part 1 had its grand premiere in Los Angeles, drawing attention ahead of its global release on November 5.

Spotted: Shikha Uberoi in Los Angeles

Spotted: Shikha Uberoi in Los Angeles

Rediff.com28 May 2009

Reader Rudra Ghosh sent us this picture from Los Angeles.

Former Star Wars boss Kathleen Kennedy To Produce LA28 Olympics Ceremonies

Former Star Wars boss Kathleen Kennedy To Produce LA28 Olympics Ceremonies

Rediff.com5 days ago

Veteran Hollywood producer Kathleen Kennedy, former president of Lucasfilm, has been appointed to lead the production of the opening and closing ceremonies for the 2028 Olympics and Paralympics in Los Angeles.

Los Angeles airport evacuated after shooting

Los Angeles airport evacuated after shooting

Rediff.com1 Nov 2013

Parts of Los Angeles International Airport -- one of the busiest in the US - were evacuated on Friday morning after reports of a shooting in which a TSA (Transportation Security Administration) employee was shot and several others wounded.

Hewitt goes out in Los Angeles

Hewitt goes out in Los Angeles

Rediff.com26 Jul 2006

Safin squeezes through Los Angeles opener

Safin squeezes through Los Angeles opener

Rediff.com17 Jul 2007

The former world number one battled past Australia's Chris Guccione 6-3 6-7 7-6 in the opening round of the Los Angeles Classic.

Robert Downey Jr's Son Indio Lands His First Lead Role

Robert Downey Jr's Son Indio Lands His First Lead Role

Rediff.com7 days ago

Robert Downey Jr's son Indio is set to make his mark in Hollywood with his first lead role in the independent film Love In Vein.

Spotted: Anil Kapoor in Los Angeles

Spotted: Anil Kapoor in Los Angeles

Rediff.com7 Jul 2009

Reader Rajesh Pal has sent us a photograph.

Jarmanpreet Singh Defies Retirement Talk, Targets 2028 LA Olympics

Jarmanpreet Singh Defies Retirement Talk, Targets 2028 LA Olympics

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indian hockey defender Jarmanpreet Singh has dismissed reports of his impending retirement, stating his strong desire to continue playing and target the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Despite Hockey India's reported plan to phase out senior players after the Asian Champions Trophy, Jarmanpreet, a key member of medal-winning teams, remains focused on contributing to the team's success, a sentiment echoed by captain Harmanpreet Singh who called the reports "rumours".

Sania advances in Los Angeles

Sania advances in Los Angeles

Rediff.com7 Aug 2007

The Indian ace beat qualifier Alesandra Wozniak 6-3, 6-2 to set up a second round clash with Martina Hingis.

Los Angeles scraps move to map Muslims

Los Angeles scraps move to map Muslims

Rediff.com15 Nov 2007

A decision to map Muslims -- citing security reasons -- in Los Angeles had to be called off after protests from the community, the Los Angeles Times has reported.

Preity Zinta gets married in Los Angeles

Preity Zinta gets married in Los Angeles

Rediff.com1 Mar 2016

The B-town beauty got married on February 29.

Dementieva lifts Los Angeles crown

Dementieva lifts Los Angeles crown

Rediff.com14 Aug 2006

The third seeded Russian wore down Jelena Jankovic in the final.

Why Nilakanta Sharma Is Retiring From International Hockey

Why Nilakanta Sharma Is Retiring From International Hockey

Rediff.com7 days ago

Veteran Indian midfielder Nilakanta Sharma has announced his retirement from international hockey after the ongoing Asian Champions Trophy, citing a desire to make way for younger talent. The decision, made after India's Asian Games gold medal win, is part of Hockey India's transition strategy for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Sharma plans to focus on coaching the next generation of players.

Los Angeles shuts over 900 schools after terror threat

Los Angeles shuts over 900 schools after terror threat

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

All public schools in the Los Angeles area have been closed due to an unspecified "electronic" threat, affecting over 660,000 students in one of the largest School District in the United States, officials said on Tuesday.

NRAI Unveils LA 2028 Olympic Selection Criteria

NRAI Unveils LA 2028 Olympic Selection Criteria

Rediff.com2 days ago

The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) has announced the selection criteria for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, largely retaining the Olympic Selection Trials (OST) format used for the 2024 Paris Games. This system, which calculates a shooter's Final Average Score (FAS) and Quota Bonus Points (QBP), faced discontent and legal challenges in the previous cycle, with some quota winners losing their spots. The NRAI mandates participation in at least three of four OSTs and reiterates that Olympic quota places belong to the country, not the individual athlete.

Venus pulls out of Los Angeles Open

Venus pulls out of Los Angeles Open

Rediff.com5 Aug 2006

The world No 32 cited a left wrist injury as the reason for her withdrawal.

Spotted: AR Rahman in Los Angeles

Spotted: AR Rahman in Los Angeles

Rediff.com15 Jun 2013

Reader Ramesh sends us a photograph.

Spotted: Esha Deol in Los Angeles

Spotted: Esha Deol in Los Angeles

Rediff.com9 Jun 2011

Reader Neeraj Singh has sent us a photograph.

Jay-Z's Super Bowl moment arrives as rap icon prepares for halftime showcase

Jay-Z's Super Bowl moment arrives as rap icon prepares for halftime showcase

Rediff.com7 days ago

Jay-Z will headline the 2027 Super Bowl halftime show in Los Angeles on February 14, marking a milestone for the rapper whose company Roc Nation has produced the spectacle since 2019.

Dazzling cars at the Los Angeles Auto Show

Dazzling cars at the Los Angeles Auto Show

Rediff.com21 Nov 2011

Started way back in 1907, the Los Angeles Auto Show has an illustrious history.