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Jeev Milkha Singh Confident Of India's Multiple Medal Haul At Asian Games

Jeev Milkha Singh Confident Of India's Multiple Medal Haul At Asian Games

Rediff.com4 days ago

Legendary golfer Jeev Milkha Singh has expressed strong confidence in the Indian contingent's ability to secure multiple medals at the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. He particularly highlighted the strength of the women's team, backing them for a gold medal, and identified Aditi Ashok as India's top medal hope. Singh also offered crucial advice on adapting to Japan's challenging course conditions, emphasising the importance of a strong short game and mental focus.

India's Junior Golfers Clinch APGC Team Championship

India's Junior Golfers Clinch APGC Team Championship

Rediff.com3 days ago

Harjai Milkha Singh and Krish Chawla led India to victory in the boy's team event at the APGC Junior Golf Championship in Colombo, finishing one shot ahead of South Korea and Thailand. Harjai also secured a runner-up finish in the individual category.

Karandeep Kochhar Shines at International Series Japan, Jeev Milkha Singh Makes Cut

Karandeep Kochhar Shines at International Series Japan, Jeev Milkha Singh Makes Cut

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Karandeep Kochhar's impressive performance at the International Series Japan sees him tied for second place, while veteran Jeev Milkha Singh makes his first Asian Tour cut since 2024.

10 Partition Dramas You Must Watch

10 Partition Dramas You Must Watch

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Imtiaz Ali's new film Main Vaapas Aaunga is set to delve into the enduring trauma of the 1947 Partition, continuing Bollywood's complex cinematic journey of depicting one of history's most violent and impactful events.

Aamir Khan Reunites With Ashutosh Gowariker For Next Film

Aamir Khan Reunites With Ashutosh Gowariker For Next Film

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Aamir Khan is set to bring the life of cricketing legend Lala Amarnath to the big screen in a biopic directed by Ashutosh Gowariker.

Indian Golfers Set To Shine At Singapore Open

Indian Golfers Set To Shine At Singapore Open

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

A strong contingent of Indian golfers, including Sachin Baisoya, Karandeep Kochhar, and Gaganjeet Bhullar, are set to compete at the Singapore Open, part of the International Series on the Asian Tour.

Gaganjeet Bhullar leads Indian contingent at International Series

Gaganjeet Bhullar leads Indian contingent at International Series

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Gaganjeet Bhullar will lead a strong Indian contingent at the International Series golf tournament, joined by other prominent Indian golfers.

Kochhar Close to Lead at International Series Japan

Kochhar Close to Lead at International Series Japan

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Karandeep Kochhar is one shot off the lead at the International Series Japan after firing a second consecutive bogey-free round. Jeev Milkha Singh also made the cut.

Kochhar One Shot Off Lead at International Series Japan

Kochhar One Shot Off Lead at International Series Japan

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Karandeep Kochhar is one shot off the lead after a second consecutive bogey-free round at the International Series Japan. Jeev Milkha Singh also made the cut, while other Indian golfers did not.

Karandeep Kochhar Tied-4th After Third Round in Japan

Karandeep Kochhar Tied-4th After Third Round in Japan

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Indian golfer Karandeep Kochhar slipped to Tied-4th after the third round of the International Series Japan, while Korea's Hongtaek Kim maintained his lead.

Before Riddhima Kapoor, 10 Actors Who Made Late Debuts

Before Riddhima Kapoor, 10 Actors Who Made Late Debuts

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Riddhima Kapoor Sahni, Neetu Singh and Rishi Kapoor's daughter, is making her acting debut at 46, joining a list of actors who took their sweet time to be bitten by the acting bug.

Raghu Rai: The Genius Who Captured India For Eternity

Raghu Rai: The Genius Who Captured India For Eternity

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

He was childlike with a camera in his hands -- not nave, but wonderstruck, as though the world were always on the verge of delivering something unrepeatable. Pulitzer Prize nominee Namas Bhojani recalls his long association with Raghu Rai, the legendary photographer who passed into the ages on Sunday.

Karandeep Kochhar Shines with Late Birdie Streak, Finishes Fifth in International Series

Karandeep Kochhar Shines with Late Birdie Streak, Finishes Fifth in International Series

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Indian golfer Karandeep Kochhar achieved his best finish at an International Series event, securing fifth place with a strong final round performance.

Aman Raj Leads IGPL Season Opener After Injury Struggles

Aman Raj Leads IGPL Season Opener After Injury Struggles

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Aman Raj, after battling injuries, takes a commanding lead at the IGPL season-opener in Chandigarh, with Gaganjeet Bhullar trailing behind.

Farhan Akhtar In Sam Mendes' Beatles Film, Plays Ravi Shankar

Farhan Akhtar In Sam Mendes' Beatles Film, Plays Ravi Shankar

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

'The closure of Don 3 was the best thing to happen to Farhan. If he was committed to directing Don, he wouldn't have been able to take on Pandit Ravi Shankar's role in The Beatles.'

Jeev Turns Back Clock, Ends 13-Year Title Drought!

Jeev Turns Back Clock, Ends 13-Year Title Drought!

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

Jeev wins in Colombo; Pukhraj claims IGPL Order of Merit, gets entry to International Series

Leander Paes swings into golf, eyes Olympic gold

Leander Paes swings into golf, eyes Olympic gold

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Leander Paes has partnered with Indian Golf Union (IGU), Professional Golfers' Association of India (PGAI) and The Gold Foundation (TGF) to build a pipeline of emerging golf talent in the country.

'My life turned on its head the day Yuvraj left'

'My life turned on its head the day Yuvraj left'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

'Nobody cared for me, everyone had turned their back. People thought I wouldn't survive.'

What's Yuvraj Singh planning with the Sports Minister?

What's Yuvraj Singh planning with the Sports Minister?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

The Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, met with the Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) co-founder and ambassador, Yuvraj Singh and CEO Uttam Mundy at his office and praised the efforts being made to promote the sport across India.

The War Story Farhan Akhtar Wants To Tell

The War Story Farhan Akhtar Wants To Tell

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

'This isn't just the story of Shaitan Singh. It's the story of the 120 soldiers who stood with him.' 'Their bravery and their sacrifice it deserves to be known.'

COVID-afflicted Milkha Singh improving

COVID-afflicted Milkha Singh improving

Rediff.com8 Jun 2021

'Milkha Ji continues to improve and his condition is stable. Mrs Nirmal Milkha Ji is stable and continues to battle hard.'

Milkha Singh discharged from hospital

Milkha Singh discharged from hospital

Rediff.com30 May 2021

91-year-old Milkha Singh was discharged in stable condition on the request of his family

'I was possessed by Milkha'

'I was possessed by Milkha'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

Farhan Akhtar, in first person, about the role that transformed his career as an actor.

Record-breaking Paramjit on meeting Milkha

Record-breaking Paramjit on meeting Milkha

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

Asked about Milkha's promise to give Rs 2 lakh to the athlete who broke his national record, Paramjit said, 'He had said that but I have no grudge that I did not get it.'

COVID positive Milkha Singh 'clinically stable'

COVID positive Milkha Singh 'clinically stable'

Rediff.com25 May 2021

Earlier Milkha's golfer son Jeev had said that the decision to hospitalise him was a precautionary measure.

Milkha Singh stable, condition improving: hospital

Milkha Singh stable, condition improving: hospital

Rediff.com27 May 2021

Legendary Indian sprinter Milkha Singh and his wife Nirmal Kaur are 'stable and improving', the hospital in Mohali, where the couple is currently undergoing treatment after testing positive for COVID-19, said on Thursday.

What Milkha Singh taught Farhan Akhtar

What Milkha Singh taught Farhan Akhtar

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

'Milkhaji taught me that you couldn't move on in life with the baggage of negativity and ill will.'

Milkha Singh cremated with full state honours

Milkha Singh cremated with full state honours

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

His son and ace golfer Jeev Milkha Singh lit the funeral pyre.

Milkha's demise irreparable loss: PT Usha

Milkha's demise irreparable loss: PT Usha

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

'He showed our athletes that with dedication and willpower you can come to Olympics and win medals even if facilities are not there.'

India's sprint legend Milkha Singh passes away

India's sprint legend Milkha Singh passes away

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

Indian sprint legend Milkha Singh died on Friday after a month-long battle with COVID-19, during which he lost his former national volleyball captain wife Nirmal Kaur to the same ailment.

COVID positive Milkha Singh hospitalised, condition stable

COVID positive Milkha Singh hospitalised, condition stable

Rediff.com24 May 2021

Milkha had earlier said that a couple of house helps had been infected by the virus after which his family underwent tests.

Randhawa recalls Milkha's 1960 Rome Olympics race

Randhawa recalls Milkha's 1960 Rome Olympics race

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

Milkha was a strict disciplinarian and his nearly 10 years of life in Indian Army was a huge contributing factor in making him a fitness-obsessed athlete.

PM Modi condoles demise of Milkha Singh

PM Modi condoles demise of Milkha Singh

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the demise of sprint legend Milkha Singh on Friday, saying the country has lost a colossal sportsperson who captured the nation's imagination and had a special place in the hearts of countless Indians.

Milkha Singh's wife dies due to COVID complications

Milkha Singh's wife dies due to COVID complications

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

She was 85 and is survived by her husband, one son and three daughters.

COVID-infected Milkha Singh showing 'continuous improvement'

COVID-infected Milkha Singh showing 'continuous improvement'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2021

His COVID positive wife Nirmal Kaur (82), however, "continues to battle it out bravely," according to the spokesperson.

Milkha Singh tests positive for COVID-19

Milkha Singh tests positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com21 May 2021

Legendary Indian sprinter Milkha Singh has tested positive for COVID-19 and is in isolation at his Chandigarh residence.

When Milkha Singh chatted with Rediff Readers

When Milkha Singh chatted with Rediff Readers

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

The transcript of the Milkha Singh Rediff Chat.

Hrithik, Aamir, Ranveer refused Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

Hrithik, Aamir, Ranveer refused Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

When the top stars refused to play Milkha Singh, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra went down another route. A riveting excerpt from the director's memoir The Stranger In The Mirror.

Kohli and Co pay respects to Milkha Singh

Kohli and Co pay respects to Milkha Singh

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

After rain ensured no play on Day 1, the match finally commenced on Saturday as New Zealand won the toss and elected to field.

Pay your tribute to legend Milkha Singh

Pay your tribute to legend Milkha Singh

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

The Padmashree awardee then picked up two gold medals in the 1962 Asian Games to end his career on a high.