News for '-badminton'

'Lakshya's fighting spirit is remarkable'

'Lakshya's fighting spirit is remarkable'

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

This was Lakshya Sen's first title since the Canada Open in 2024.

New twist in Karnataka State Cricket Association polls

New twist in Karnataka State Cricket Association polls

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

K N Shanth Kumar on Saturday expressed relief after the High Court declared his nomination papers for the post of Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) valid.

Ganguly brings AI-driven cricket coaching to India

Ganguly brings AI-driven cricket coaching to India

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

The device is developed with Cambridge Design Partnership, one of the leading firms in human performance and sports innovation.

Para shuttler Bhagat makes history with golden sweep

Para shuttler Bhagat makes history with golden sweep

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

Ace Indian para shuttler Pramod Bhagat continued his golden run as he clinch three titles at the 1st Abia Para Badminton International tournament held in Abia, Nigeria, from September 30 to October 5.

Saina Shares Stunning Diwali Moments... With a Twist

Saina Shares Stunning Diwali Moments... With a Twist

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Badminton star Saina Nehwal lit up Instagram with a series of Diwali pictures, celebrating the festival of lights with her parents and fans.

National Games: Anmol wins badminton singles gold

National Games: Anmol wins badminton singles gold

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Anmol Kharb continued her impressive run, defeating top seed Anupama Upadhyaya in straight games in the women's singles final to clinch the gold medal at the 38th National Games.

Shi Yuqi to meet Chia-hao in All England badminton final

Shi Yuqi to meet Chia-hao in All England badminton final

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

Shi Yuqi will face Lee Chia-hao in the men's singles final at the All England Open Badminton Championships, while Wang Zhiyi will compete against An Se-young in the women's final, after they won their semi-finals on Saturday.

Dharmendra Was The He-Man Of Bollywood

Dharmendra Was The He-Man Of Bollywood

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Dharmendra's demise means the loss of one of the biggest icons ever in the Hindi film firmament.

Treesa-Gayatri retain Syed Modi crown; Srikanth ousted

Treesa-Gayatri retain Syed Modi crown; Srikanth ousted

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

The Indian pair of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand retained the women's doubles crown but Kidambi Srikanth's hopes of snapping an eight-year title drought went up in smoke as he suffered a heartbreaking loss in the final of the Syed Modi International Super 300, in Lucknow on Sunday.

Can India grab gold at Badminton Asia Mixed Teams?

Can India grab gold at Badminton Asia Mixed Teams?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Sindhu, Lakshya to head India's campaign at Asian C'ships

2030 CWG: Vadodara could host cricket matches

2030 CWG: Vadodara could host cricket matches

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

Ahmedabad's neighbouring city of Vadodara could be in contention to co-host cricket matches during the 2030 Commonwealth Games.

Lakshya humbles World No 2, sails into Denmark Open QF

Lakshya humbles World No 2, sails into Denmark Open QF

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Ace Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen stunned World No. 2 and local favourite Anders Antonsen in straight games to enter the quarterfinals of the Denmark Open Super 750 badminton tournament in Odense on Thursday.

Lakshya Sen rallies to enter Australian Open final

Lakshya Sen rallies to enter Australian Open final

Rediff.com22 Nov 2025

Lakshya Sen stormed into the men's singles final of the Australian Open Super 500 badminton tournament after a gritty three-game victory over world No. 6 Chou Tien Chen of Chinese Taipei in the semi-finals, in Sydney, on Saturday.

This Millennium's Most Influential Indian Film Is...

This Millennium's Most Influential Indian Film Is...

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

'It is so important to have co-stars who don't think about their own performance only while creating something special.'

India set to be confirmed as 2030 Commonwealth Games hosts!

India set to be confirmed as 2030 Commonwealth Games hosts!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

India's 2030 Commonwealth Games bid is set to be formally approved on Wednesday at the Commonwealth Sport's general assembly in Glasgow.

Lakshya Sen whips Tanaka for Australian Open crown

Lakshya Sen whips Tanaka for Australian Open crown

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

A fast and fluent Lakshya Sen ended a difficult stretch on the international circuit by defeating Japan's Yushi Tanaka in the men's singles final of the US $475,000 Australian Open Super 500 and clinching his first title of the season, in Sydney, on Sunday.

How Lakshya Turned Olympic Heartbreak Into Fresh Start

How Lakshya Turned Olympic Heartbreak Into Fresh Start

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Olympic heartbreak sapped motivation, fitness reset and mental clarity revived game: Lakshya

Tan Kim Her returns to guide India's badminton stars

Tan Kim Her returns to guide India's badminton stars

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

Malaysian doubles specialist Tan Kim Her has reunited with star pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, starting his second stint at the Indian badminton landscape.

Denmark Open: Satwik-Chirag enter semis; Lakshya exits

Denmark Open: Satwik-Chirag enter semis; Lakshya exits

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Star Indian men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty advanced to the semifinals, while Lakshya Sen lost his men's singles quarterfinal match in straight games at the Denmark Open Super 750 badminton tournament, in Odense, on Friday.

India assured historic medal at BWF World Junior C'ships

India assured historic medal at BWF World Junior C'ships

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

The Indian shuttlers will face Asian U-19 mixed team champions Indonesia in the semi-finals.

Denmark Open: Ayush Shetty bows out after valiant fight

Denmark Open: Ayush Shetty bows out after valiant fight

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Young Indian shuttler Ayush Shetty put up a spirited fight before going down in three games against France's Toma Junior Popov on a disappointing day for the Indians at the Denmark Open Super 750 badminton tournament, in Odense, on Tuesday.

BWF warns: Shuttlecock shortage could hit players hard

BWF warns: Shuttlecock shortage could hit players hard

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Manufacturers must resolve supply chain issues and accelerate the roll-out of advanced synthetic options for players worldwide.

Wrestler Yashita bags India's 4th gold at Asian Youths

Wrestler Yashita bags India's 4th gold at Asian Youths

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Wrestler Yashita bags gold, six Indian boxers sail into final at Youth Asian Games

The Teen Who Stunned Sindhu!

The Teen Who Stunned Sindhu!

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

'When I played against Sindhu didi in China, I am happy I managed to play better than I did last time.'

President Murmu Plays Badminton With Saina

President Murmu Plays Badminton With Saina

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

'The President's inspiring step is in keeping with India's emergence as a badminton-power house, with women-players making a great impact on the world stage.'

Anmol's impressive run halted by World No 4 Yamaguchi

Anmol's impressive run halted by World No 4 Yamaguchi

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Rising Indian shuttler Anmol Kharb's impressive run at the Arctic Open Super 500 badminton tournament ended with a straight-game loss to three-time world champion Akane Yamaguchi in Vantaa, Finland, on Saturday.

World C'ships: Satwik-Chirag rally to advance to quarters

World C'ships: Satwik-Chirag rally to advance to quarters

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Satwik-Chirag won the match 19-21, 21-15, 21-17.

Bizarre! Leaking roof halts badminton match at Malaysia Open

Bizarre! Leaking roof halts badminton match at Malaysia Open

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

H S Prannoy's first round match against Canada's Brian Yang was suspended midway due to a leaking roof at the Axiata Arena in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday.

Junior Worlds: Tanvi creates history, seals maiden medal

Junior Worlds: Tanvi creates history, seals maiden medal

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Tanvi becomes first Indian female in 17 years to secure world junior medal, Hooda misses out

Usain Bolt Sprints Through Delhi's Spice Market

Usain Bolt Sprints Through Delhi's Spice Market

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Usain Bolt turned the centuries-old rooftop, once a stage for spice trading, kite flying, and festivals, into a relay of champions.

'I fell at people's feet for one opportunity to play'

'I fell at people's feet for one opportunity to play'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

Tilak Varma shared his remarkable journey from a modest upbringing to shining on the international stage, driven by a childhood dream to win a World Cup for India.

Tanvi, Unnati keep rolling at Junior Worlds

Tanvi, Unnati keep rolling at Junior Worlds

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

World Junior C'ships: Gnana Dattu, Bhavya-Vishakha reach quarters; Tanvi, Unnati also advance

Paralympics Badminton: Suhas, Thulasimathi in final

Paralympics Badminton: Suhas, Thulasimathi in final

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

Thulasimathi Murugesan outlasted compatriot Manisha Ramadass in an all-India affair to reach the women's singles SU5 badminton final at the Paralympics.

'My Dream Is To Keep Our Flag Flying High'

'My Dream Is To Keep Our Flag Flying High'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

'It's a dream that I have achieved.'

'Trying again': Saina Nehwal-Kashyap back together!

'Trying again': Saina Nehwal-Kashyap back together!

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

Nearly a month after announcing their separation, Saina Nehwal and Parupalli Kashyap are giving their marriage another shot.

China Masters: Satwik-Chirag storm into pre-quarters, Lakshya exits

China Masters: Satwik-Chirag storm into pre-quarters, Lakshya exits

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Satwik and Chirag, who finished runners-up in last week's Hong Kong Open, eked out a 24-22, 21-13 victory over Malaysia's Junaidi Arif and Roy King Yap in 42 minutes

Satwik-Chirag storm into semis; Hooda bows out

Satwik-Chirag storm into semis; Hooda bows out

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty outclassed Ong Yew Sin and Teo Ee Yi of Malaysia in straight games to enter the semi-finals of the China Open Super 100.

Wedding bells for India's badminton queen PV Sindhu

Wedding bells for India's badminton queen PV Sindhu

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

Two-time Olympic medallist shuttler PV Sindhu will tie the knot on December 22 in Udaipur.

Antwerp court clears fugitive jeweller Mehul Choksi's extradition

Antwerp court clears fugitive jeweller Mehul Choksi's extradition

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

A court in Antwerp on Friday cleared the extradition of fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi, noting that his arrest by the Belgian authorities on India's request was valid, officials in the know of the development said.

Ahmedabad recommended as host city for CWG 2030

Ahmedabad recommended as host city for CWG 2030

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Commonwealth Sport's EB recommends Ahmedabad as host for 2030 CWG