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Throwback Tuesday: When Vijender Won Olympic Bronze

Throwback Tuesday: When Vijender Won Olympic Bronze

Rediff.com   22 Aug 2023

Back in 2008, Vijender became the first Indian boxer to win an Olympic medal.

Hockey: Clinical India beat Spain

Hockey: Clinical India beat Spain

Rediff.com   22 Aug 2023

The Indian Junior Women's Hockey team put up a strong performance by winning 2-1 against Spain at the 4 Nations Tournament-Dusseldorf 2023 on Tuesday.

'It's a special kind of support'

'It's a special kind of support'

Rediff.com   22 Aug 2023

Continuing his dream run, Praggnanandhaa on Monday stunned Caruana 3.5-2.5 via the tie-break in the semi-finals to set up a summit clash with world number one and five-time world champion Magnus Carlsen of Norway at the FIDE's premier event.

All Set To Win, Then This Happens!

All Set To Win, Then This Happens!

Rediff.com   22 Aug 2023

The 2023 World Athletics Championships kicked off in Budapest on August 19.

Asian Games: HI names 39-member men's core probable group for camp

Asian Games: HI names 39-member men's core probable group for camp

Rediff.com   20 Aug 2023

With clock ticking down fast for the upcoming edition of the Asian Games, Hockey India named a 39-member core probable group for the Senior Men's National Coaching Camp.

PIX! U20 wrestlers accorded warm welcome

PIX! U20 wrestlers accorded warm welcome

Rediff.com   18 Aug 2023

The young Indians wrestlers returning home from the U20 World championships was accorded a walk welcome in New Delhi.

Jena's visa issues: Neeraj Chopra urges MEA to intervene

Jena's visa issues: Neeraj Chopra urges MEA to intervene

Rediff.com   17 Aug 2023

Jena is a promising javelin thrower, with a world ranking of 33. He threw his personal best of 84.38 m on July 28, 2023, in Sri Lanka at the 101st Sri Lankan Championships. It was a gold medal-winning throw.

Sania's 'Kitty Doll' Turns 1!

Sania's 'Kitty Doll' Turns 1!

Rediff.com   16 Aug 2023

'We celebrated our little Dua's birthday yesterday... the sweetest and the smiliest baby who lights up our home with laughter and pure love.'

Australian Captain's Indian Connection

Australian Captain's Indian Connection

Rediff.com   16 Aug 2023

Sam Kerr's father was born in Calcutta as were her paternal grandparents.

'I love my India,' says Sachin Tendulkar

'I love my India,' says Sachin Tendulkar

Rediff.com   15 Aug 2023

Indian cricketers turned to social media to extend their heartfelt wishes on the occasion of the 77th Independence Day.

Landmark 300th India Game For Sreejesh

Landmark 300th India Game For Sreejesh

Rediff.com   12 Aug 2023

'I am privileged to have represented India for more than two decades and earning my 300th international cap is truly a special memory for me.'

ICONIC! Alcaraz Meets His 'Crush'

ICONIC! Alcaraz Meets His 'Crush'

Rediff.com   10 Aug 2023

'She has been my crush since I started playing tennis. I was thrilled to see her in person. She was very charming.'

What Did Saina Wish For?

What Did Saina Wish For?

Rediff.com   8 Aug 2023

Saina Nehwal and husband Parupalli Kashyap continued their Italian holiday as they visited the historic landmarks around Rome.

How Japanese Leave Dressing Room in Chennai

How Japanese Leave Dressing Room in Chennai

Rediff.com   8 Aug 2023

Despite their 3-1 loss against Malaysia, the Japanese showed great spirit to clean their dressing room after the end of the match.

Saina, Kashyap Holiday In 'City Of Romance'

Saina, Kashyap Holiday In 'City Of Romance'

Rediff.com   4 Aug 2023

Saina Nehwal and Parupalli Kashyap are holidaying in the beautiful Italian city of Venice.

Bagan forward Bhat among India probables for Asian Cup qualifiers

Bagan forward Bhat among India probables for Asian Cup qualifiers

Rediff.com   3 Aug 2023

Bhat is the youngest among the probables shortlisted by the AIFF for the India under-23 squad.

Olympic Qualifiers: Indian team will travel to Pakistan if...: Dilip Tirkey

Olympic Qualifiers: Indian team will travel to Pakistan if...: Dilip Tirkey

Rediff.com   2 Aug 2023

Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey, on Wednesday, said that the national men's team will travel to Pakistan for qualifiers in case it fails to directly qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics.

ACT 2023: 'India and Pakistan should play more matches'

ACT 2023: 'India and Pakistan should play more matches'

Rediff.com   2 Aug 2023

The arrival of India's neighbouring nations Pakistan and China in Chennai on Tuesday night energised the city's atmosphere ahead of the Hero Asian Champions Trophy Chennai 2023.

Pak hockey team arrive in India for Asian Champions Trophy

Pak hockey team arrive in India for Asian Champions Trophy

Rediff.com   1 Aug 2023

India and Pakistan are the most successful teams in the tournament with three titles each.

'Hey, even queens have their off days, right?'

'Hey, even queens have their off days, right?'

Rediff.com   31 Jul 2023

'Sippin' on this coffee brew, trying to shake off my koala-style slumber, and praying it'll give me more kangaroo bounce in my step and improve my smashing skills!!'