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Producer sued for using Hari Puttar

Producer sued for using Hari Puttar

Rediff.com25 Aug 2008

A Mumbai-based producer/distributor has been sued by Warner Bros for the title of its upcoming film Hari Puttar -- A Comedy of Terrors, which they believe is a tad too similar to their Harry Potter franchise.

In pix: The stories behind the colourful floats of Goa carnival

In pix: The stories behind the colourful floats of Goa carnival

Rediff.com13 Feb 2018

Reuben NV shared these pictures of floats from Panjim.

Wenger may 'gamble' on Alexis Sanchez at Stoke

Wenger may 'gamble' on Alexis Sanchez at Stoke

Rediff.com15 Jan 2016

Arsenal will make a late decision on whether influential forward Alexis Sanchez will be fit enough to be included in the squad that travel to take on Stoke City in the Premier League on Sunday, manager Arsene Wenger said on Friday. The Chilean international had scored six league goals this season before being sidelined after picking up a hamstring injury against Norwich City on Nov. 29. He was expected to return to the side before Christmas but suffered a setback that delayed his recovery, and Wenger was unwilling to risk him in Wednesday's 3-3 league draw with Liverpool.

PIX: Bollywood tours New York!

PIX: Bollywood tours New York!

Rediff.com18 Jul 2017

Fantastic pictures coming right up!

David Bowie's superstar life, in pictures

David Bowie's superstar life, in pictures

Rediff.com11 Jan 2016

A walk down the memory lane through pictures!

The world's most powerful celebrities

The world's most powerful celebrities

Rediff.com12 Jun 2008

Talk show host Oprah Winfrey is the world's most powerful celebrity for the second straight year and for the fifth time ever

What do kids miss most during lockdown? They reveal through art

What do kids miss most during lockdown? They reveal through art

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

Missing their grandparents, not being able to go out and meet their friends.... These are just some of the things that kids, who have been confined to their homes due to the coronavirus lockdown, have revealed. From Tokyo to Buenos Aires, and New York to Kathmandu, youngsters have taken to their balconies or front lawns to display and explain the drawings they have made to Reuters photographers.

Beowulf: Spectacular animation

Beowulf: Spectacular animation

Rediff.com23 Nov 2007

Beowulf is not meant for kids. But it's a film watch the watch.

Why Google chose this firm for its first Indian start-up investment

Why Google chose this firm for its first Indian start-up investment

Rediff.com13 Dec 2018

After the Google investment, the company's monthly transactions have spiralled up from 65,000 to nearly one million in just a year. According to reports, the start-up is in fresh talks to raise about $6 million from investors, including Google, says Samreen Ahmad.

How Dangal TV beat Star and Zee

How Dangal TV beat Star and Zee

Rediff.com29 May 2019

Is Dangal TV a flash in the pan?

First Look: Now you can be Obi-Wan Kenobi

First Look: Now you can be Obi-Wan Kenobi

Rediff.com6 Mar 2007

Alec Guinness' iconic cloak from the 1977 epic Star Wars film, where the actor played Obi-Wan Kenobi, headlines a unique memorabilia auction taking place at Bonhams, UK.

Here's why Serena Williams is trending...

Here's why Serena Williams is trending...

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

It all started when JK Rowing decided to lend her support to 33-year-old Serena Williams.

Putin is Time's person of the year

Putin is Time's person of the year

Rediff.com19 Dec 2007

Russian President Vladimir Putin has been chosen by the Time magazine as its 'Person of the Year' for his "extraordinary feat of leadership in taking a country that was in chaos and bringing it stability".

Britain's Richest Young Millionaires

Britain's Richest Young Millionaires

Rediff.com25 Apr 2008

Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe, who has added 3 million pounds to his wealth in the past year and is now worth 20 million pounds, is the richest actor in the young millionaires list.

Revealed: What young Indian entrepreneurs fear the most

Revealed: What young Indian entrepreneurs fear the most

Rediff.com29 Nov 2017

While more students are open to entrepreneurship as livelihood option, a whopping 71 per cent fear failure as a stumbling block in their entrepreneurial journey

Movies: Best of the week

Movies: Best of the week

Rediff.com19 Sep 2005

A look at the top movie stories of the week.

25 rules for leaders

25 rules for leaders

Rediff.com15 Feb 2007

Fast Company's RealTime San Diego generated a remarkable collection of ideas, tools, and inspirational advice. Here are 25 of the smartest insights that we took away from the event.

Broom, Broom all the way!

Broom, Broom all the way!

Rediff.com26 Nov 2007

The most famous broom belongs to Harry Potter. The next most famous seems to be one of the Ministry of Finance.

He Makes History Speak

He Makes History Speak

Rediff.com7 Jul 2018

'We like to tell the rest of the world that we did it better, that we were stronger, that we had larger cities, that we taught them science,' Naman Ahuja tells Anjali Puri. 'This exhibition is an antidote to insularity -- it is saying we have learnt as much from the world as we have given it.'

Do you know these 10 famous Scots?

Do you know these 10 famous Scots?

Rediff.com12 Sep 2014

Scotland will vote on whether it will be an independent country or will remain a part of the United Kingdom on September 18. With the vote coming up next week, a look at ten famous Scots.

Movies: Best of the week

Movies: Best of the week

Rediff.com21 Nov 2005

A look at the top movies stories last week.

Diya days

Diya days

Rediff.com10 Oct 2006

Diya making is in full force as Mumbai gears up for Diwali.

10 things you must know about Yuvraj Singh's love, Hazel Keech!

10 things you must know about Yuvraj Singh's love, Hazel Keech!

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

The cricketer got engaged to British model-turned-actress Hazel Keech in Bali recently, and we hear the couple is planning to tie the knot in February 2016.

EPL PIX: Everton held by Arsenal as new boss Ancelotti watches on

EPL PIX: Everton held by Arsenal as new boss Ancelotti watches on

Rediff.com21 Dec 2019

IMAGES from the English Premier League matches played on Saturday.

How to have an EXCITING travel adventure!

How to have an EXCITING travel adventure!

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

The new-age traveler is no longer into ticking a checklist of must-see spots on his holiday. He is ready to pay a premium to experience culture, crafts and culinary delights of the local populace

Ghosal groomed for glory

Ghosal groomed for glory

Rediff.com15 Nov 2005

Ayaan Kapadia, India's youngest author, is just 10 years old!

Ayaan Kapadia, India's youngest author, is just 10 years old!

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

The 10-year-old who shares his birthday with William Shakespeare talks about his inspiration to write, his mini library and big dream.

Want to learn pottery?

Want to learn pottery?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2006

Aneela Dias and Rekha Goyal, ceramic artists from Sir JJ School of Art, Mumbai are organising one day introductory workshops in the art of clay modelling.\n

Trailer review: Ranbir enters a deliciously madcap world with Jagga Jasoos

Trailer review: Ranbir enters a deliciously madcap world with Jagga Jasoos

Rediff.com20 Dec 2016

For the sake of children's cinema in India, Raja Sen genuinely hope this film is a solid step forward.

Krrish on your Rakhi

Krrish on your Rakhi

Rediff.com4 Aug 2006

First look on the Krrish Rakhi.

Workshop: Experiment with clay

Workshop: Experiment with clay

Rediff.com24 Jan 2006

Aneela Dias and Rekha Goyal, ceramic artists from the Sir JJ School of Art, are organising an introductory workshop to the art of clay modelling.

Your retirement plan needs this!

Your retirement plan needs this!

Rediff.com22 Jun 2006

Mira Nair to remake Munnabhai!

Mira Nair to remake Munnabhai!

Rediff.com1 Dec 2004

5 charred to death in Bengaluru bar fire

5 charred to death in Bengaluru bar fire

Rediff.com8 Jan 2018

Resto-bar owner V R Dayashankar who went absconding after the incident was later arrested.

Goblet of Fire: Not for muggles

Goblet of Fire: Not for muggles

Rediff.com18 Nov 2005

EPL: Klavan strike gives Liverpool joy; Leicester win

EPL: Klavan strike gives Liverpool joy; Leicester win

Rediff.com1 Jan 2018

Riyad Mahrez scored one and set up another as Leicester City strolled to a 3-0 win over Huddersfield Town in the Premier League on Monday.

Antarmahal: Must watch!

Antarmahal: Must watch!

Rediff.com28 Oct 2005

Nitin Gadkari's ambitious 5-year roadmap

Nitin Gadkari's ambitious 5-year roadmap

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

The minister said that the priority for him will be "rolling out all stuck highway projects that include many of the IL&FS projects within 100 days".

Summer books for you!

Summer books for you!

Rediff.com23 Mar 2005