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Ashu clinches bronze as other wrestlers disappoint in Zagreb

Ashu clinches bronze as other wrestlers disappoint in Zagreb

Rediff.com5 Feb 2023

Ashu, who had lost Iran's Reza Mahdi Abbasi 9-0 in the qualification round, came back strongly in the repechage bouts

Indian-American engineer fired for talking in Hindi files lawsuit

Indian-American engineer fired for talking in Hindi files lawsuit

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

Anil Varshney, a Senior Systems Engineer with Huntsville missile defence contractor Parsons Corporation, recently filed a federal lawsuit alleging systemic discriminatory actions that left him jobless in October last year.

Mayank Flies To England; May Replace Rohit

Mayank Flies To England; May Replace Rohit

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

Mayank is all set to link up with the Indian team which has been training for the much-anticipated series decider against England, which will get underway from July 1 at Edgbaston in Birmingham.

World lauds ISRO for Chandrayaan-3's success

World lauds ISRO for Chandrayaan-3's success

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

India scripted history as the ambitious third Moon mission of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) touched down on the Moon's south pole, propelling the country to an exclusive club of four and making it the first nation to land on the uncharted surface.

Why Is This Village Up For Sale?

Why Is This Village Up For Sale?

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

The residents of Phule Malwadi hope this desperate act will draw attention to their problem.

Stokes' leadership battle with Bumrah fascinating: Chappell

Stokes' leadership battle with Bumrah fascinating: Chappell

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

Jasprit Bumrah's appointment as India's stand-in Test captain is a 'courageous decision' based on his 'tactical nous', and his leadership duel with England skipper Ben Stokes is providing a fascinating sidelight to an entertaining game in Birmingham, said the legendary Ian Chappell.

Wrestlers write to PM Modi, IOA: 'Biased, unjustified, against right of equality'

Wrestlers write to PM Modi, IOA: 'Biased, unjustified, against right of equality'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Several women wrestlers wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the IOA and the ad-hoc panel running the WFI, requesting "fair trials" for Asian Games.

Neeraj to compete in Lausanne Diamond League

Neeraj to compete in Lausanne Diamond League

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

He pulled out of the Birmingham CWG (July 28-August 8) just two days before the start of the multi-sport event as he was advised a four-week rest by his medical team. He then underwent rehabilitation in Germany.

Jemimah nominated for ICC 'Player of the Month' award

Jemimah nominated for ICC 'Player of the Month' award

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

Rodrigues was one of the pillars of the Indian team that went all the way into the finals of the Commonwealth Games

Indian hockey teams to compete in 2022 Commonwealth Games

Indian hockey teams to compete in 2022 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com4 Dec 2021

India has reversed its decision to pull out its hockey teams from next year's Birmingham Commonwealth Games and will compete in the multi-sport quadrennial event 'if they qualify', a Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) official said on Saturday.

CWG: India win silver in men's fours lawn bowls

CWG: India win silver in men's fours lawn bowls

Rediff.com6 Aug 2022

The Indian team defeated hosts England by a close 13-12 margin in the semi-final to assure the country of at least a silver medal.

PIX: How Bajrang and Deepak Punia's family celebrated

PIX: How Bajrang and Deepak Punia's family celebrated

Rediff.com6 Aug 2022

'We will give him a grand welcome on his return'

CWG Hockey: Vandana helps India beat Wales for 2nd win

CWG Hockey: Vandana helps India beat Wales for 2nd win

Rediff.com31 Jul 2022

The Indians attacked the Wales citadel continuously from the word go but they failed to find the finishing touches.

CWG: Hima qualifies for 200m semis; Manju in hammer throw final

CWG: Hima qualifies for 200m semis; Manju in hammer throw final

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

Star Indian sprinter Hima Das qualified for the women's 200m semi-finals after winning her heat with a timing of 23.42s at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham on Thursday.

CWG: India look for shift in attitude, right balance for success

CWG: India look for shift in attitude, right balance for success

Rediff.com28 Jul 2022

Harmanpreet, who was seen swinging golf clubs during training on Wednesday, stayed back in the team hotel. With the team having a morning game, it is unlikely that it will go for the opening ceremony on Thursday night.

PHOTOS: Sharath leads India to CWG TT team semis

PHOTOS: Sharath leads India to CWG TT team semis

Rediff.com2 Aug 2022

Sharath Kamal led India's charge into the men's team table tennis final, trouncing world No. 15 Aruna Quadri as the defending champions whipped Nigeria 3-0 at the Commonwealth Games, on Monday.

The Hundred: Mandhana, Rodrigues only Indians retained

The Hundred: Mandhana, Rodrigues only Indians retained

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues were among the overseas players retained by their respective franchises

All England C'ships: Lakshya, Prannoy cross opening hurdle

All England C'ships: Lakshya, Prannoy cross opening hurdle

Rediff.com14 Mar 2023

Prannoy looked in good touch as he reeled off five points on the trot to zoom to a comfortable 11-4 lead. However, the Indian was guilty of missing the lines twice and also found the net, allowing Wang to cut the deficit to three points at 11-14.

Ashes PHOTOS: Rain halts Australia's charge on Day 3

Ashes PHOTOS: Rain halts Australia's charge on Day 3

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

Australia's bowlers struck twice in quick succession in a devastating spell against England at Edgbaston on Sunday, before heavy rain prevented any further play.

CWG 2022: Check out India's schedule on July 31

CWG 2022: Check out India's schedule on July 31

Rediff.com30 Jul 2022

India's schedule on Day 3 of the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham on July 31, Sunday.

Rankireddy, Shetty make history at Indonesia Open

Rankireddy, Shetty make history at Indonesia Open

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

The Indians, who were also Asian champions, defeated the current world champions in 43 minutes.

Boss Baby! 14-year-old Anahat makes winning start at CWG

Boss Baby! 14-year-old Anahat makes winning start at CWG

Rediff.com30 Jul 2022

14-year-old squash player Anahat Singh was too good for Jada Ross of St Vincent and the Grenadines in an 11-5, 11-2, 11-0 victory in the Round of 64 women's singles competition in Birmingham on Friday.

In shooting's absence, India hopes to make 'surprise' gains in CWG 2022

In shooting's absence, India hopes to make 'surprise' gains in CWG 2022

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

India's top-five finish not a given this time

Stunning PIX: World Aquatics Championships 2023

Stunning PIX: World Aquatics Championships 2023

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

Australia's Kyle Chalmers set a blistering pace towards the end to win gold in the blue riband men's 100 metres freestyle at the World Aquatics Championships.

Indian hockey targets Asian Games Gold, Paris Olympics

Indian hockey targets Asian Games Gold, Paris Olympics

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

India will battle it out against the likes of South Korea, Malaysia, Pakistan, Japan and China in the Asian Champions Trophy.

When and where to watch Commonwealth Games 2022

When and where to watch Commonwealth Games 2022

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

The CWG 2022 opening ceremony will take place on July 28 at the Alexander Stadium from 11:30 PM IST.

CWG-bound athletes fail dope test

CWG-bound athletes fail dope test

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

CWG-bound sprinter Dhanalakshmi and triple jumper Aishwarya Babu fail dope test

French Open: Rankireddy-Chirag in last 16; Saina exits

French Open: Rankireddy-Chirag in last 16; Saina exits

Rediff.com26 Oct 2022

However, Birmingham Commonwealth Games bronze medallists Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand bowed out of the tournament after losing their opening women's doubles match in straight games.

Narrowest Wins In Test Cricket

Narrowest Wins In Test Cricket

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

The narrowest victories by runs in Test cricket.

Gold medal-winning lifting Jeremy gets hero's welcome

Gold medal-winning lifting Jeremy gets hero's welcome

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

Addressing a brief welcome home ceremony at the airport, Royte said Jeremy's success has brought laurel to not only India but also to Mizoram.

CWG: Boxer Sanjeet stunned

CWG: Boxer Sanjeet stunned

Rediff.com31 Jul 2022

After attacking in the first round, which he won by an unanimous decision, Sanjeet slipped into a defensive mode to allow Faoagali claw his way back in the contest.

Tejaswin Shankar cleared to compete at Commonwealth Games

Tejaswin Shankar cleared to compete at Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

IOA has now got confirmation from the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) and Birmingham CWG organisers about acceptance of his entry after a Delegate Registration Meeting (DRM).

Ravneet Kaur: An IAS officer with varied experience

Ravneet Kaur: An IAS officer with varied experience

Rediff.com17 May 2023

The Appointments Committee of Cabinet has named Ravneet Kaur, a Punjab cadre IAS officer of 1988 batch, as chairperson of the Competition Commission of India (CCI). Kaur will hold the post for five years or until attaining the age of 65. She is the second woman to serve in an 'economic regulator' role after Madhabi Puri Buch, who was appointed chairperson of the Securities and Exchange Board of India last year and the first woman to head the country's chief national competition regulator.

Lifter Bindyarani wins silver at Asian Championships

Lifter Bindyarani wins silver at Asian Championships

Rediff.com6 May 2023

Bindyarani Devi had a total effort of 194kg (83kg+111kg) in the non-Olympic 55kg category.

Sprinter Dutee joins dance show Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 10

Sprinter Dutee joins dance show Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 10

Rediff.com10 Sep 2022

Dutee Chand, who last competed in Commonwealth Games in Birmingham in August, is taking on this new challenge and is ready to shake a leg with her choreographer Ravina.

Rohit Sharma lauds Jadeja's knock following T20I win

Rohit Sharma lauds Jadeja's knock following T20I win

Rediff.com9 Jul 2022

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma lauded all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja's knock, calling it a 'brilliant one under pressure'

CWG: Watch out for 14-year-old squash star Anahat!

CWG: Watch out for 14-year-old squash star Anahat!

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

14-year-old squash sensation Anahat Singh, among the youngest to represent India at the upcoming 2022 Commonwealth Games, hopes to bump into her role model P V Sindhu over the course of her stay in Birmingham.

CWG: Hima fails to qualify for women's 200m final

CWG: Hima fails to qualify for women's 200m final

Rediff.com6 Aug 2022

The 22-year-old from Assam finished third in semifinal 2 with a timing of 23.42 seconds.

Women's T20 WC semis: Can India fix their issues for the big game vs Australia?

Women's T20 WC semis: Can India fix their issues for the big game vs Australia?

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

India, who have been among the top teams over the last five years but unable to win a major trophy

Bindyarani Devi adds silver to India's weightlifting haul

Bindyarani Devi adds silver to India's weightlifting haul

Rediff.com31 Jul 2022

Bindyarani Devi produced a tremendous effort to secure a silver in the women's 55kg category as India secured a fourth weightlifting medal at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham on Saturday.