Laxmi Negi, Norma Godinho

Stories by Laxmi Negi, Norma Godinho

Why did Vikas Krishan pull out of the Asian Championships?

Why did Vikas Krishan pull out of the Asian Championships?

Rediff.com   10 May 2017

Why did Vikas Krishan give his opponent a walkover in an Asian Championship semi-final?

Why Mumbai missed out on U17 football World Cup final

Why Mumbai missed out on U17 football World Cup final

Rediff.com   9 May 2017

'Mission XI Million is the most ambitious football engagement programme to date in India.'

The man who scripted Aizawl's fairytale success

The man who scripted Aizawl's fairytale success

Rediff.com   4 May 2017

Khalid Jamil scripted one of India's most remarkable sporting success stories.

The Indian runner who made history in Boston

The Indian runner who made history in Boston

Rediff.com   2 May 2017

'I ran with the Indian flag throughout and, believe me, it is a fantastic feeling.'

Virat Kohli's tweets and the IPL factor

Virat Kohli's tweets and the IPL factor

Rediff.com   31 Mar 2017

Virat Kohli has finally clarified his stance on unfriending the Australian team, saying he 'meant only a couple of guys' and that his comments were blown out of proportion. But what has made the Indian captain changed his tune? Does the Indian Premier League ring any bells, asks Norma Godinho/Rediff.com.

Nadia Comneci is such an inspiration!

Nadia Comneci is such an inspiration!

Rediff.com   22 Mar 2017

Nadia Comneci made a superstar entry at the Times of India Sporting Awards.

This cricketer has won 2 World Cups for India

This cricketer has won 2 World Cups for India

Rediff.com   6 Feb 2017

'Disability is god's gift.' 'Had I not been blind, I don't think I would have got the chance to represent my country.'

Inspiring! This Marathoner wants you to break free

Inspiring! This Marathoner wants you to break free

Rediff.com   18 Jan 2017

Partially paralysed but with unbreakable will power and determination, Nihad Panju has beaten the odds to become a fitness freak and is all set to run his 4th Mumbai Marathon on Sunday.

Kanoute's El Clasico prediction: Real 2, Barca 1

Kanoute's El Clasico prediction: Real 2, Barca 1

Rediff.com   3 Dec 2016

On the eve of the big game, the Malian footballer tell Rediff.com's Norma Godinho why Real Madrid are favourites and what is plaguing Barcelona this season.

Thierry Henry on ISL, Wenger, Pep

Thierry Henry on ISL, Wenger, Pep

Rediff.com   27 Oct 2016

'You have to have a good coach to direct you on the right path.' 'I had Arsene and Pep in my professional career, but I was lucky to have good coaches in my younger days.'

When 'King Henry' left Mumbai spellbound

When 'King Henry' left Mumbai spellbound

Rediff.com   27 Oct 2016

Thierry Henry came to Mumbai and left his fans in a daze as he showed off that famed, magical footwork while he trained budding talent from the city.

This Indian Navyman ran the toughest marathon on earth

This Indian Navyman ran the toughest marathon on earth

Rediff.com   18 Oct 2016

Not everyone completes the Badwater Marathon. Breeze Sharma did so, as the fastest Indian ever.

'We have forgotten the art of physical literacy'

'We have forgotten the art of physical literacy'

Rediff.com   7 Sep 2016

'We have lost the importance of physical movement. It is important we encourage kids to take up sport.'

Look out for her at the Tokyo Olympics!

Look out for her at the Tokyo Olympics!

Rediff.com   3 Sep 2016

At 14 she represented India for the first time and scored a scintillating goal. Since then there has been no looking back for this striker with electric speed and agility.

Why this doctor, 52, will run for 12 hours on I-Day

Why this doctor, 52, will run for 12 hours on I-Day

Rediff.com   14 Aug 2016

Dr Anand Patil hopes to spread the message of embracing a healthy lifestyle.

PHOTOS: Counting Michael Phelps's 28 Olympic medals

PHOTOS: Counting Michael Phelps's 28 Olympic medals

Rediff.com   14 Aug 2016

The greatest Olympian ever now has 28 (gulp!) Olympic medals, including three silver and two bronze medals.

Steeplechaser Sudha Singh confident ahead of Rio

Steeplechaser Sudha Singh confident ahead of Rio

Rediff.com   8 Aug 2016

2014 Asian Games bronze medalist and national record holder Sudha Singh wants to make amends for a disappointing outing at the London Olympics.

Landmark Olympic moments that changed history

Landmark Olympic moments that changed history

Rediff.com   5 Aug 2016

There are moments at the Olympic Games that have a sporting significance, and then there are those that leave an indelible mark on humanity.

NBA D-League tryouts: Will Punjab's Palpreet leave a lasting impression?

NBA D-League tryouts: Will Punjab's Palpreet leave a lasting impression?

Rediff.com   4 Aug 2016

Palpreet Singh Brar, standing 6'9 can be an intimidating figure. But sit with him for a chat and his easy-going demeanor and straight-faced humour will have you alter any perceptions harboured of the 21-year-old.

India's London Olympics heroes... Where are they now?

India's London Olympics heroes... Where are they now?

Rediff.com   1 Aug 2016

These athletes made India proud four years ago.