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Mark Tully Was India's Voice To The World

Mark Tully Was India's Voice To The World

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

'Mark had such a profound understanding of India, which was, of course, the land of his birth as well as of his death... He loved India, and lived two-thirds of his life here.'

'Zohran Mamdani Has A Very Complicated Identity'

'Zohran Mamdani Has A Very Complicated Identity'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

'He knew the world's eyes were on him, and he had to speak directly to the fears that immigrants in New York feel right now.'

IOC to replace Gary Hall's 10 Olympic medals lost in LA fire

IOC to replace Gary Hall's 10 Olympic medals lost in LA fire

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

American former swimmer Gary Hall Jr. is set to receive replicas of the 10 Olympic medals he lost in the Los Angeles wildfires that destroyed his home.

Indian-origin techie shot wife, himself; kids' death remains mystery

Indian-origin techie shot wife, himself; kids' death remains mystery

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

Anand Henry, an Indian-origin former Meta software engineer is suspected of killing his wife and twin sons before turning a gun on himself in a gruesome murder-suicide in the United States state of California, according to authorities.

Friends Star Matthew Perry Found Dead

Friends Star Matthew Perry Found Dead

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

Matthew Perry's role of Chandler Bing in 'Friends' made him extremely popular.

Cricket to get nod for 2028 LA Olympics?

Cricket to get nod for 2028 LA Olympics?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Baseball was included in several prior Games -- and was added back to the Tokyo programme after it was left off in 2012 and 2016 -- but will not be a part of the Paris Games.

Did Chances Of A Trump Win Spook Bezos?

Did Chances Of A Trump Win Spook Bezos?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Did Jeff Bezos decide against endorsing Harris because it would hurt his business interests? Only God and Bezos know, and neither of them are talking, notes Prem Panicker.

10 killed, 10 hurt in mass shooting at dance studio in US

10 killed, 10 hurt in mass shooting at dance studio in US

Rediff.com22 Jan 2023

The shooting occurred at Monterey Park around 10 pm local time near the site of a Chinese Lunar New Year celebration, the US newspaper reported citing law enforcement sources and witnesses.

Guess How Much RRR Will Spend For Oscars

Guess How Much RRR Will Spend For Oscars

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

S S Rajamouli will leave no stone unturned to ensure that his blockbuster RRR reaches the Oscar shortlist.

US Senate confirms Biden's aide Eric Garcetti as envoy to India

US Senate confirms Biden's aide Eric Garcetti as envoy to India

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

The former Los Angeles mayor's nomination was pending before the US Congress since July 2021 when he was nominated for the prestigious diplomatic posting by Biden.

US: No call on seeking death penalty for accused in murder of Sikh family

US: No call on seeking death penalty for accused in murder of Sikh family

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

The man involved in the kidnapping and killing of an Indian-origin Sikh family, including an eight-month-old baby, has been charged with four counts of first-degree murder, one for each life lost, authorities in California said.

US Sikh family killing: Man charged with 4 counts of murder

US Sikh family killing: Man charged with 4 counts of murder

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

The accused involved in the kidnapping and killing of four members of an Indian-origin Sikh family, including a baby girl, has been charged with four counts of first-degree murder, one for each life lost, authorities in California said.

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.

Slain photojournalist Danish Siddiqui among 4 Indians honoured with Pulitzer Prize

Slain photojournalist Danish Siddiqui among 4 Indians honoured with Pulitzer Prize

Rediff.com10 May 2022

The award-winning journalist was killed in July last while covering clashes between Afghan troops and the Taliban in Spin Boldak district of Kandahar city.

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.

US troops found posing with remains of 'Taliban' bombers

US troops found posing with remains of 'Taliban' bombers

Rediff.com18 Apr 2012

Unites States troops posed with mangled remains of suspected Taliban suicide bombers in a new macabre incident to come to light.

Zardari's Ajmer trip a message against extremism: US media

Zardari's Ajmer trip a message against extremism: US media

Rediff.com9 Apr 2012

Describing Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari's India visit as a trip "heavy on symbolism if not on substance", the United States media on Monday said his pilgrimage to the shrine of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti in Ajmer sent a message against Islamist extremism.

The Most Underpaid Hollywood Stars on TV

The Most Underpaid Hollywood Stars on TV

Rediff.com17 Jul 2012

Ashton Kutcher tops the list despite getting a fat paycheck for his show Two And A Half Men. Find out how!

Is Freida Pinto the prettiest face of India?

Is Freida Pinto the prettiest face of India?

Rediff.com15 Feb 2011

Freida Pinto was voted the most beautiful face from India. Do you think she's the best representative of India? Which girls would you choose?

'I knew Dookudu would be a blockbuster'

'I knew Dookudu would be a blockbuster'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2011

Director Seenu Vaitla, happily relives moments of the making of Dookudu in this exclusive interview.

Freida Pinto more beautiful than Pretty Woman!

Freida Pinto more beautiful than Pretty Woman!

Rediff.com10 Feb 2011

Freida Pinto has outrun Hollywood stars like Natalie Portman and Julia Roberts in a new 'Most Beautiful Women in Film' list.

2011 Razzies shortlist announced

2011 Razzies shortlist announced

Rediff.com7 Jan 2011

Get your lowdown on what's happening in Hollywood, right here!

Kamala Devi Harris set to script history in US

Kamala Devi Harris set to script history in US

Rediff.com27 Nov 2010

Three weeks after Election Day the see-saw battle between Democrat Kamala Devi Harris and Republican Steve Cooley for the post of Attorney General of California came to an end on November 24 when Cooley conceded the race in perhaps one of the closest statewide elections in the history of this state.

Charlie Sheen pockets over 100 mn dollars with settlement

Charlie Sheen pockets over 100 mn dollars with settlement

Rediff.com20 Sep 2011

The actor, who was fired from the hit show in March this year has been replaced by Ashton Kutcher.

One-third of CIA budget goes to ISI

One-third of CIA budget goes to ISI

Rediff.com16 Nov 2009

The Los Angeles Times quoted officials as saying that the payments have triggered intense debate within the US government, because of 'long-standing suspicions that the ISI continues to help Taliban who undermine American efforts in Afghanistan and provide sanctuary to Al Qaeda members in Pakistan'.

Four killed in LA restaurant shooting

Four killed in LA restaurant shooting

Rediff.com4 Apr 2010

A gunman, believed to be of Armenian descent, opened fire inside a packed restaurant in the North Hollywood district in Los Angeles, California, killing at least four people and injuring two others. The incident occurred on Saturday in the restaurant where a man walked in and opened fire, police were quoted as saying by the Los Angeles Times.

Who will survive Lost?

Who will survive Lost?

Rediff.com2 Feb 2010

Tell us your theories about the most confusing but intriguing television series ever.

Former FIFA VP Jack Warner surrenders: Reports

Former FIFA VP Jack Warner surrenders: Reports

Rediff.com28 May 2015

Former FIFA vice president Jack Warner surrendered after being accused on corruption charges, the Los Angeles Times reported, citing a spokeswoman for the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service.

Slumdog is Critics' Choice, wins 5 awards

Slumdog is Critics' Choice, wins 5 awards

Rediff.com9 Jan 2009

Slumdog Millionaire has bagged five prestigious prizes including Best Composer award for Indian music maestro A R Rahman at Broadcast Film Critics Association's 14th annual Critics Choice Awards.

US : doctors held for defrauding medical system

US : doctors held for defrauding medical system

Rediff.com4 Sep 2008

Dr Rudra Sabaratnam, a physician and long-time Los Angeles marathon runner who is frequently quoted in The Los Angeles Times on the subject of sports injury, was arrested last week by federal authorities on the charge that he conspired with social worker Estill Mills to recruit people from homeless shelters to receive unnecessary health services.

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.

Seven things Harry Potter fans didn't notice

Seven things Harry Potter fans didn't notice

Rediff.com24 Oct 2007

Albus Dumbledore was gay. Here's why.

Freida Pinto: From jeans to Chanel!

Freida Pinto: From jeans to Chanel!

Rediff.com16 Feb 2009

From just another model in a city of so many aspiring to be the next Jesse Randhawa or Ujjwala Raut, in a few short months the Slumdog star has become the toast of Tinsel Town.

Musharraf going soft on Al Qaeda: US paper

Musharraf going soft on Al Qaeda: US paper

Rediff.com24 Sep 2007

Political turmoil and a spate of attacks by Taliban are forcing Pakistan President Musharraf to scale back his government's pursuit of al Qaeda, US intelligence officials say.

Pak insurgents step up attacks

Pak insurgents step up attacks

Rediff.com13 Aug 2007

Battles rage in remote tribal areas; Pak forces feel the heat

A stark warning on global warming

A stark warning on global warming

Rediff.com1 Nov 2006

Global warming will dramatically cut productivity, devastate food sources and cause widespread deaths, warns a British study.

Some charges against designer Anand Jon dropped

Some charges against designer Anand Jon dropped

Rediff.com28 Aug 2008

Prosecutors in Los Angeles have dropped half of the criminal counts in the sexual assault case against celebrity India-born fashion designer Anand Jon.The charges against Jon include forcible rape, lewd acts upon a child, contributing to the delinquency of a minor, sexual battery by restraint and attempted forcible oral copulation.Jon is a well-known figure in the celebrity fashion world and has designed clothes for Paris Hilton, singer Mary J Blige and others.

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.

The Happening gets mixed reviews

The Happening gets mixed reviews

Rediff.com13 Jun 2008

Pounded by mostly negative reviews and the Los Angeles Times wondering if the film might set a Razzie record for the worst achievements in a year, M Night Shyamalan's thriller The Happening will have to wait for a week to sense its box office fate.

Al Qaeda spreads tentacles, corporate style

Al Qaeda spreads tentacles, corporate style

Rediff.com17 Sep 2007

Al Qaeda has first secured its base in northwestern Pakistan, and is now expanding its network through affiliations and even corporate-style takeovers of smaller Islamic groups.