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Safeguarding women wrestlers key to WFI's return: UWW

Safeguarding women wrestlers key to WFI's return: UWW

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

The Wrestling Federation of India, battling a sexual harassment scandal, may need to safeguard women wrestlers to get its suspension lifted

'Protesting wrestlers past prime, stalling juniors'

'Protesting wrestlers past prime, stalling juniors'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Sanjay Singh claimed that the veteran wrestlers who have been protesting do not want junior wrestlers to progress

Gavaskar blames IPL form for Rinku's snub

Gavaskar blames IPL form for Rinku's snub

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Gavaskar felt that Rinku's form in the ongoing IPL had to do with him not being included in the main squad.

WFI to seek suspension revocation through dialogue, puts legal challenge on hold

WFI to seek suspension revocation through dialogue, puts legal challenge on hold

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

WFI decided that it will seek a dialogue with the Sports Ministry for revocation of its suspension, saying it does not want a clash with the government and the legal options will be explored only if talks fail.

Cricketer Warrier 'extremely happy' to bask in wife Aarathy's Asian Games glory

Cricketer Warrier 'extremely happy' to bask in wife Aarathy's Asian Games glory

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

Sandeep Warrier has seen better half Aarathy Kasturi Raj's struggles over the years and as her biggest strength and pillar of support, couldn't be more proud seeing the acclaimed roller skating ace win her first Asian Games medal.

Belgium held, but advance; Romania, Slovakia also thru

Belgium held, but advance; Romania, Slovakia also thru

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

Images from the Euro 2024 Group E matches between Slovakia and Romania, Ukraine and Belgium, in Germany on Wednesday.

Vaishali becomes GM: Title awarded after long wait

Vaishali becomes GM: Title awarded after long wait

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Vaishali completed the requisite 2500 ELO points Llobregat Open tournament in Spain to become only the third Indian woman after Koneru Humpy and Harika Dronavalli to become a GM.

'A solid leadership is required in WFI'

'A solid leadership is required in WFI'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

'Thankfully, now nationals will be held. All that the wrestlers need is competition. We are not from any party. We just want the betterment of our sport.'

'Even If We Have To Die, We Won't Let This Port Come Up'

'Even If We Have To Die, We Won't Let This Port Come Up'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

'Modi knows the people here are opposed to this project, but he is using the might of government to push this port down our throats.'

Paris 2024: 'Expect more than 10 shooting medals for India'

Paris 2024: 'Expect more than 10 shooting medals for India'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

Bindra admitted that hopes will be high on the Indian shooting contingent in Paris after having notched up seven medals - India's best-ever tally - at the Tokyo Olympics.

Sinner first Italian to become World No 1

Sinner first Italian to become World No 1

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

'I'm happy to be part of this Italian movement. People, they start to play tennis now more and more, which is great to see. I think that's the most important.'

'We Know The Power Of Cricket'

'We Know The Power Of Cricket'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

'Cricket as a pathway in the US was not something people thought about 10 years ago, even like five years ago.' 'But now that there is a pathway you can see.'

From play to policy: Modi dives into gaming world

From play to policy: Modi dives into gaming world

Rediff.com13 Apr 2024

PM Modi interacts with top Indian gamers; tries his hands on few games

Chhetri talks about his routine and impending fatherhood

Chhetri talks about his routine and impending fatherhood

Rediff.com9 Jul 2023

'Just like I do on football, I will try my best.'

'Bumrah only certain pick, Siraj not ideal for T20 WC'

'Bumrah only certain pick, Siraj not ideal for T20 WC'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

Pathan conceded that Jasprit Bumrah is the only automatic selection among the bowlers.

RCB-SRH game was one of sixes, not of batsmanship: Finch

RCB-SRH game was one of sixes, not of batsmanship: Finch

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bengaluru unleashing a barrage of sixes in their IPL match left little room for batsmanship and what mattered was who hit the most number of sixes, said Australia's T20 World Cup-winning skipper Aaron Finch.

Lalit Modi slams IPL team owners over lost opportunity

Lalit Modi slams IPL team owners over lost opportunity

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

Talking about the ICC T20 World Cup in the West Indies/US this year and inclusion in 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, he said that the T20 World Cup in New York will be driven by expats.

I'm returning my Khel Ratna and Arjuna Award: Vinesh Phogat

I'm returning my Khel Ratna and Arjuna Award: Vinesh Phogat

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

Vinesh Phogat returned her Khel Ratna and Arjuna Award to the government protesting against the election of Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh-loyalist Sanjay Singh.

Hockey: Hiring mental conditioning coach Harberl was key to India's turnaround

Hockey: Hiring mental conditioning coach Harberl was key to India's turnaround

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

Seeking the services of American psychologist and mental conditioning coach Peter Harberl, following a disappointing Asian Games, has played a significant role in the Indian women's hockey team's turnaround in the ongoing FIH Olympic Qualifiers.

Wriddhiman Saha is back for Bengal

Wriddhiman Saha is back for Bengal

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

Wriddhiman Saha is making a comeback to his home state Bengal two years after a public fallout.

Mayank Yadav: India's next pace sensation?

Mayank Yadav: India's next pace sensation?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

21-year-old fast bowler Mayank Yadav announced himself on the biggest stage, the IPL, with a fiery debut for the Lucknow Super Giants.

Did Janhvi Just Confirm She's Dating Shikhar Pahariya?

Did Janhvi Just Confirm She's Dating Shikhar Pahariya?

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

Maidaan's special screening was quite a star-studded affair, as film folk arrived to watch Ajay Devgn's new sports biopic.

T20 WC: Terror threat to India-Pakistan match in NYC

T20 WC: Terror threat to India-Pakistan match in NYC

Rediff.com30 May 2024

New York amps up security after concerns reported

Djokovic mulls going without coach after 20 years!

Djokovic mulls going without coach after 20 years!

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

World number one Novak Djokovic is considering going without a coach after 20 years in professional tennis, the Serb said after receiving the top men's honour at the Laureus awards.

Nagal targets top 100 ahead of Paris Olympics

Nagal targets top 100 ahead of Paris Olympics

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

'Staying fit would be the highest priority.'

What's next for Nadal after French Open exit?

What's next for Nadal after French Open exit?

Rediff.com28 May 2024

Nadal says Olympics main goal after early Roland Garros defeat

Chhangte 'ready' to step up as next No. 9 in post Chhetri era

Chhangte 'ready' to step up as next No. 9 in post Chhetri era

Rediff.com30 May 2024

Talented winger Lallianzuala Chhangte "would not mind" stepping up as the next number 9 of the Indian football team, after talismanic forward Sunil Chhetri's illustrious career comes to an end in Kolkata on June 6.

Warne was never a 'fan' of sports science

Warne was never a 'fan' of sports science

Rediff.com8 Mar 2022

'This modern-day recovery, matchups, data, sports science, I'm not sure. I would've said just let me be.'

How Gukesh used a loss to fuel his historic win

How Gukesh used a loss to fuel his historic win

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

Seventh-round loss gave me energy, motivation to aim for title: Gukesh

'Rishabh Pant could open the batting in T20s, like Sachin in ODIs'

'Rishabh Pant could open the batting in T20s, like Sachin in ODIs'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

'I have a feeling that after a certain transition happens, you could see Rishabh Pant opening the batting for India in T20 cricket.'

Jena vs Chopra: Can Jena outshine his idol in Paris?

Jena vs Chopra: Can Jena outshine his idol in Paris?

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

If Jena maintains his performance or improves upon it, he can be a medal contender in the Paris Olympics.

Why Elena Norman resigned as Hockey India CEO

Why Elena Norman resigned as Hockey India CEO

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

Hockey India's long-serving CEO, Elena Norman resigned from her post on Tuesday, February 27. Norman steps down after holding the position for nearly 13 years.

PIX: Here is how states celebrate 78th Independence Day

PIX: Here is how states celebrate 78th Independence Day

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

Independence Day was celebrated across states and Union territories on Thursday, as several chief ministers announced job schemes while some others vowed their support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a Viksit Bharat by 2047.

T20 WC: Archer returns as England's X-factor

T20 WC: Archer returns as England's X-factor

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

'Archer brings excitement and an X-factor to the team'

'Don't think he's done; no reason for Dhoni to stop playing'

'Don't think he's done; no reason for Dhoni to stop playing'

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Former India batter Mohammad Kaif feels there is no reason why Mahendra Singh Dhoni should not play the next season of the IPL, given his form, fitness and ability to play big shots with ease.

Fit Sreejesh says Paris Games won't be his last

Fit Sreejesh says Paris Games won't be his last

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

The goal-keeper eyes coaching role post retirement.

T20 World Cup: Pitch concerns over India-Pakistan match in New York

T20 World Cup: Pitch concerns over India-Pakistan match in New York

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

The Nassau County ground's pitch in New York has become a concern in the ongoing T20 World Cup.

'Hardik is not a newbie, needs to adapt, use his experience or will be found out'

'Hardik is not a newbie, needs to adapt, use his experience or will be found out'

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

Former allrounder Irfan Pathan on Monday questioned Hardik Pandya's leadership skills, saying his inability to adapt to match situations and failure to come up with a proper plan has cost Mumbai Indians dearly so far in this IPL.

PIX: Man United bag FA Cup title to end season on high

PIX: Man United bag FA Cup title to end season on high

Rediff.com25 May 2024

IMAGES from the FA Cup final played between Manchester City and Manchester United, at Wembley Stadium, London, Britain, on Saturday

Rohit's World Cup wait tied to MI captaincy change?

Rohit's World Cup wait tied to MI captaincy change?

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

Rohit was declared captain of India's yet-to-be-named T20 World Cup squad in February this year by BCCI secretary Jay Shah at an event in Ahmedabad, a good two months after he was replaced by Pandya as MI skipper.