News for 'Los Angeles'

Will cricket get the nod for 2028 LA Olympic Games?

Will cricket get the nod for 2028 LA Olympic Games?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

Cricket has been shortlisted for potential inclusion at the 2028 Los Angeles Games along with baseball-softball, flag football, lacrosse, breakdancing, karate, kickboxing, squash and motorsport.

Would like to play more for India and get back on tour: Joshna Chinappa

Would like to play more for India and get back on tour: Joshna Chinappa

Rediff.com15 May 2024

Making a comeback from surgery at 37 years of age in a physically demanding sport like squash is tough to say the least but recent Padma Shri awardee Joshna Chinappa is determined to get back on the PSA Tour at the earliest.

Taylor Swift, Beyonce face off at the Grammys

Taylor Swift, Beyonce face off at the Grammys

Rediff.com3 Dec 2009

Check out the nominees for music's biggest event.

Designer Anand Jon released on bail

Designer Anand Jon released on bail

Rediff.com3 Apr 2007

Jon will be appearing in person in Los Angeles Superior Court in Beverly Hills on April 4 for arraignment.

Stranded Air India passengers finally on their way

Stranded Air India passengers finally on their way

Rediff.com23 Dec 2005

"Some didn't make it to important lectures. Others lost precious vacation days. And a few worried they would miss once-in-a-lifetime family events."

The Cutout Dress Is Everywhere

The Cutout Dress Is Everywhere

Rediff.com26 Nov 2021

Celebs at the 2021 American Music Awards will inspire you to give the cutout silhouette a try!

'I offer sincere apology to the Hindu community'

'I offer sincere apology to the Hindu community'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2008

"Members of the Christian tradition have often shown great disrespect for the Hindu faith. Too often in history, Christian clergy have treated Hindus as the subjects of our efforts at conversion, rather than as equally beloved children of God and equal partners in the moral, philosophical, and religious dialogue that we must engage in, if we are to serve the human race and respond to the call of the Divine in our time."

Chaudhary sets new 3000m national record in LA

Chaudhary sets new 3000m national record in LA

Rediff.com3 Jul 2022

India's Parul Chaudhary smashed the national record at the Sound Running meet in Los Angeles as she became the first athlete from the country to clock a sub-nine minute time in the women's 3000m event.

Aymar, Amat WorldHockey Players of the Year

Aymar, Amat WorldHockey Players of the Year

Rediff.com29 Nov 2008

Argentina's Luciana Aymar and Spain's Pol Amat were crowned as WorldHockey Players of the Year 2008 in Los Angeles, USA on Friday. Both hockey stars received their awards during a special ceremony on the occasion of the FIH Congress Dinner at Universal Studios in the Californian city. Dutch Maartje Paumen and Australian Eddie Ockenden won the WorldHockey Young Player of the Year 2008 awards. All four hockey stars were present in Los Angeles to receive their awards.

Which is Your Favourite Lauren Gottlieb Pic?

Which is Your Favourite Lauren Gottlieb Pic?

Rediff.com12 Jan 2022

Lauren, always active on social media, posted her favourite 2021 pictures on Instagram.

'A hundred lies cannot change the truth'

'A hundred lies cannot change the truth'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2009

'There is a possibility I may not survive this ordeal,' designer Anand Jon told Sharon Waxman of Los Angeles magazine before his trial for sexual abuse last year.

Deepika's Brush With LA

Deepika's Brush With LA

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

Katrina attends the Red Sea Film Fest... Raai Laxmi enjoys a race... Amyra goes cycling...

Judge seeks more documents in 26/11 suspect Tahawwur Rana extradition case

Judge seeks more documents in 26/11 suspect Tahawwur Rana extradition case

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

Magistrate judge Jacqueline Chooljian on Thursday ordered the defence attorneys and prosecutors to file additional documents by July 15, which was reported by a US news agency.

MJ tour organisers to refund tickets worth 85mn

MJ tour organisers to refund tickets worth 85mn

Rediff.com26 Jun 2009

The company which had sold tickets worth 85 million for the 50 -date concert tour 'This Is It' that was to be held in London's famed O2 Arena from July 13. AEG will now have to refund the amount to approximately 750,000 people across the globe, reported Los Angeles Times.

Serena, Lewis Hamilton join bid to buy Chelsea

Serena, Lewis Hamilton join bid to buy Chelsea

Rediff.com21 Apr 2022

Williams and Hamilton have pledged an estimated 10 million pounds ($13.06 million) each to the bid.

Beckham's LA story: from star to unknown

Beckham's LA story: from star to unknown

Rediff.com15 Apr 2009

England soccer player David Beckham was a superstar in Europe but when he moved to America a waiter demanded to see his ID and refused him a glass of wine, according to a book due out in July. The book also features Beckham discussing the technique of his trademark bending free-kick goals, his marriage to the former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham and his relationship with celebrities such as Tom Cruise.

De La Hoya announces his retirement

De La Hoya announces his retirement

Rediff.com15 Apr 2009

Oscar De La Hoya, the "Golden Boy" who has held world titles in six different weight classes, announced his retirement from the ring on Tuesday.

Happy 60th, Carl Lewis!

Happy 60th, Carl Lewis!

Rediff.com1 Jul 2021

His 9-gold athletic haul at the Olympics remains unrivalled with Usain Bolt coming close with 8. Raj Kishore Mishra, former joint secretary at the sports ministry, salutes Carl Lewis, 'Sportsman of the 20th Century' on his 60th birthday.

Spotted: Imran Khan in LA

Spotted: Imran Khan in LA

Rediff.com25 Mar 2008

Reader Tony Parakka sent us this picture from Los Angeles, USA.

Action Packed OTT This Week!

Action Packed OTT This Week!

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Monsters, sharks, psychopaths, jedis, hybrids, undercover cops, special agents, brace yourself for tons of action on OTT this week.

Why Are Knives Out For Daniel Craig?

Why Are Knives Out For Daniel Craig?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2022

The former 007 returns as the queer detective Benoit Blanc in Netflix's Knives Out.

Spotted: Virender Sehwag in LA

Spotted: Virender Sehwag in LA

Rediff.com18 Sep 2007

Reader Sekhar sent us this picture from Los Angeles.

Minister targets top-10 finish for India at 2028 Olympics

Minister targets top-10 finish for India at 2028 Olympics

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

Kiren Rijiju exuded confidence that India would put up a better show in the 2024 Games but the main focus remains on the 2028 edition.

100 Indian Elephants March To New York

100 Indian Elephants March To New York

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Why is the Big Apple welcoming our pachyderms? And how is India teaching the world about living with wildlife?

Ananya vs Halle: Who Wore The Sparkling Dress Better?

Ananya vs Halle: Who Wore The Sparkling Dress Better?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

Vote now and let us know which look you liked better.

India Inc takes 60-year bash to the US

India Inc takes 60-year bash to the US

Rediff.com26 Jul 2007

In an effort to brand India as an emerging global power, Indian companies are organising a series of activities in the US to mark the 60th anniversary of Independence.

26/11 attack accused Tahawwur Rana can be extradited to India: US attorney

26/11 attack accused Tahawwur Rana can be extradited to India: US attorney

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

'India has established probable cause to prosecute him for his role in terrorist attacks that resulted in 166 deaths and 239 injuries'

Marion Jones is broke!

Marion Jones is broke!

Rediff.com25 Jun 2007

Three-time Olympic champion Marion Jones is heavily in debt, fighting off court judgments and down to a bank balance of about $2,000.

Actor Harrison Ford undergoes surgery after plane crash

Actor Harrison Ford undergoes surgery after plane crash

Rediff.com6 Mar 2015

'Indiana Jones' star Harrison Ford underwent surgery to repair a broken ankle and pelvis following his death-defying plane crash in California.

Immense pollution pool over Bihar: NASA

Immense pollution pool over Bihar: NASA

Rediff.com29 Jan 2005

"Blanketing around 100 million people, primarily in the Ganges Valley, the pollution levels are about five times larger than those typically found over Los Angeles," NASA said in a release.

NBA star Abdul-Jabbar evaluated for dizziness after surgery

NBA star Abdul-Jabbar evaluated for dizziness after surgery

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

Basketball legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was evaluated and released from the emergency department of a Los Angeles-area hospital on Wednesday, about two weeks after undergoing quadruple bypass surgery, the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center said.

Tiger Woods suffers serious leg injuries in car accident

Tiger Woods suffers serious leg injuries in car accident

Rediff.com24 Feb 2021

Woods suffered serious injuries to both legs in Tuesday's wreck and was initially listed in serious but stable condition, Los Angeles County Fire Chief Daryl Osby told reporters. CNN reported Woods sustained compound fractures to his legs.

Deepika To Present An Oscar!

Deepika To Present An Oscar!

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

Deepika joins Dwayne Johnson, Michael B Jordan, Riz Ahmed, Emily Blunt, Glenn Close, Troy Kotsur, Jennifer Connelly, Samuel L Jackson, Melissa McCarthy, Zoe Saldana, Donnie Yen, Jonathan Majors and Questlove.

'Kobe Bryant was genuine true greatness'

'Kobe Bryant was genuine true greatness'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2020

'Kobe is easily among the five greatest basketball players of all time. This is such a tragic loss.'

Preity Zinta welcomes twins!

Preity Zinta welcomes twins!

Rediff.com18 Nov 2021

The couple have named their babies Jai and Gia.

Priyanka's Night Out with Lilly and Diljit!

Priyanka's Night Out with Lilly and Diljit!

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

Priyanka Chopra had a 'much-needed super fun' outing when she attended a Diljit Dosanjh concert in Los Angeles.

'India can win hockey gold in LA 2028'

'India can win hockey gold in LA 2028'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

'Harmanpreet & Co have strong foundation for LA gold'

NRIs catalyst in US-India ties

NRIs catalyst in US-India ties

Rediff.com1 Sep 2005

Stepanek upsets Blake to clinch second ATP title

Stepanek upsets Blake to clinch second ATP title

Rediff.com23 Jul 2007

The 28-year-old from Karvina broke the second-seeded American twice in the third set to seal victory in two hours 20 minutes at the Los Angeles Tennis Center.

Blake in LA semis, Safin goes out

Blake in LA semis, Safin goes out

Rediff.com21 Jul 2007

former world number one Marat Safin was knocked out by South Korea's Lee Hyung-taik/