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Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra picks his alternate career option

Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra picks his alternate career option

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

If he hadn't picked up javelin as a sport then what would world champions and Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra choose as a career? In an exciting rapid India's golden boy opened up on his alternate career options!

Lifetime Achievement honour for Jeev Milkha Singh

Lifetime Achievement honour for Jeev Milkha Singh

Rediff.com15 Dec 2012

Seasoned Indian golfer Jeev Milkha Singh celebrated his 41st birthday in style by winning the Asia Pacific Lifetime Achievement award along with 18-time Major champion Jack Nicklaus and eight-time European Tour Order of Merit winner Colin Montgomerie in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei.

I don't see any Indian athlete winning an Olympic medal at Rio: Milkha

I don't see any Indian athlete winning an Olympic medal at Rio: Milkha

Rediff.com1 Apr 2015

India's legendary sprinter Milkha Singh said on Wednesday that doping is like cancer and the government needs to take some strict measures to curb this menace.

All about the run-up to brand Milkha

All about the run-up to brand Milkha

Rediff.com12 Jul 2013

Amul has cashed in on an incident from the protagonist's life for promotions.

Jeev Milkha Singh eyes major glory

Jeev Milkha Singh eyes major glory

Rediff.com8 Aug 2009

Having battled with a lingering rib injury for the last two months, India's Jeev Milkha Singh has regained fitness and set his sights on the final major of the year and a possible Presidents Cup debut.

PIX: Farhan, Sonam at Bhaag Milkha Bhaag bash

PIX: Farhan, Sonam at Bhaag Milkha Bhaag bash

Rediff.com18 Jul 2013

The cast and crew let their hair down at the film's success party recently.

'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag does not cover every aspect of my life'

'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag does not cover every aspect of my life'

Rediff.com12 Jul 2013

A special screening of Bhaag Milkha Bhaag was held for the army on July 11.

Jeev Milkha tied third in Doral

Jeev Milkha tied third in Doral

Rediff.com15 Mar 2009

Jeev Milkha Singh hopped back into contention after carding a roller-coaster four-under 68 in the penultimate round to grab a share of the third place at the $ 8.5 million World Golf Championships in Doral.

Milkha Singh lauds Maken for prompt action

Milkha Singh lauds Maken for prompt action

Rediff.com7 Jul 2011

Legendary athlete Milkha Singh has supported prompt action taken by Sports Minister Ajay Maken, for taking prompt action against Ukrainian Coach and two Indian coaches who were training women athletes at NIS Patiala.

Jeev Milkha Singh wins Austrian Open

Jeev Milkha Singh wins Austrian Open

Rediff.com8 Jun 2008

The Indian golfer parred all 18 holes of his final round to win the Austrian Open by one stroke. Singh claimed his third European Tour title in Nick Faldo fashion, copying the six-times major champion's feat of 1987, when Faldo won the British Open at Muirfield by parring all 18 holes of the final round.

Spotted: Jeev Milkha Singh in Doha

Spotted: Jeev Milkha Singh in Doha

Rediff.com29 Jan 2007

Reader Sarvendra Dubey sent us a picture of Jeev Milkha Singh from Doha.

Jeev has Major dream to step out of dad Milkha's shadow

Jeev has Major dream to step out of dad Milkha's shadow

Rediff.com18 Mar 2013

Jeev Milkha Singh has won the Asian Tour's order of merit twice, has four wins on the European Tour and is the first Indian golfer to break into world's top 50, but he feels he will continue to live in his father's shadow until he wins a major.

Chandu Champion Review: Crowd Pleasing Melodrama

Chandu Champion Review: Crowd Pleasing Melodrama

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

Chandu Champion is Kartik Aaryan's most ambitious work so far and the actor's muscular gusto is undeniable. There's visible fire in the man's belly but not enough soul, observes Sukanya Verma.

Jeev Milkha Singh solid on debut

Jeev Milkha Singh solid on debut

Rediff.com6 Apr 2007

The Indian ace finished the day with an even-par 72, three off leaders Justin Rose and Brett Wetterich, at the Augusta National.

Dhyan Chand deserved Bharat Ratna before anyone else: Milkha

Dhyan Chand deserved Bharat Ratna before anyone else: Milkha

Rediff.com11 Dec 2013

Legendary track and field sprinter Milkha Singh says hockey legend Dhyan Chand deserved the Bharat Ratna honour 'before anyone else', even as he proposed that cricket great Sachin Tendulkar be made the country's sports minister.

Singapore gives Jeev Milkha Singh good vibes

Singapore gives Jeev Milkha Singh good vibes

Rediff.com11 Nov 2010

Jeev Milkha Singh's season has been hampered by a troublesome rotator cuff injury but the Indian hopes the 'golfing gods' will be back on his side at the $6 Singapore Open this week.

Jeev Milkha Singh qualifies for fifth US Open appearance

Jeev Milkha Singh qualifies for fifth US Open appearance

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

Experienced Indian golfer Jeev Milkha Singh will make his fifth appearance at the US Open next week after Thailand's Thongchai Jaidee withdrew due to personal reasons.

Milkha, Raanjhanaa, Fukrey: Biggest surprises of 2013 so far

Milkha, Raanjhanaa, Fukrey: Biggest surprises of 2013 so far

Rediff.com5 Aug 2013

See who made it to the list!

'No one knows what's going on in Farhan's mind'

'No one knows what's going on in Farhan's mind'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

'I can't wait to see Farhan direct again. We are a collaborating on a project. Hopefully, it would live up to the audiences' and my expectations of Farhan.'

Paralympian Jhajharia says he is indebted to Milkha Singh

Paralympian Jhajharia says he is indebted to Milkha Singh

Rediff.com23 Jul 2013

India's Para-athlete Devendra Jhajharia, who is first Indian to win a gold medal at Para World Athletics championship, said that legendary Milkha Singh's words inspired him to reach the highest level of athletics world.

Jeev Milkha Singh looks forward to Augusta

Jeev Milkha Singh looks forward to Augusta

Rediff.com30 Mar 2007

India's leading golfer Jeev Milkha Singh is relishing the prospect of fulfilling a childhood dream when he tees off at the U.S. Masters in Augusta next week.

India's Jeev Milkha Singh wins Scottish Open in playoff

India's Jeev Milkha Singh wins Scottish Open in playoff

Rediff.com16 Jul 2012

Jeev Milkha Singh won the Scottish Open after a playoff with Italy's Francesco Molinari on Sunday while Britain's Marc Warren blew a three-shot lead with four holes to play.

Only Anju has a chance: Milkha Singh

Only Anju has a chance: Milkha Singh

Rediff.com20 Jul 2004

The legendary athletes said the apathy of the authorities and increasing drug abuse among athletes would be the key factors responsible for the "poor performance."

'Farhan surprised me by gifting me a BMW'

'Farhan surprised me by gifting me a BMW'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

'He was an extremely naughty child, always in trouble and creating trouble.' 'He wanted to fly a kite at night, and sometimes, bunk school.' 'When I insisted on sending him, we could get a call from school that he had fainted.'

Meet India's Paris Olympics-bound relay teams

Meet India's Paris Olympics-bound relay teams

Rediff.com6 May 2024

A low-down on the eight runners -- four men and four women -- who finished second in their qualifying heats to make the Olympic cut.

Jeev Milkha Singh back in golf's top 50

Jeev Milkha Singh back in golf's top 50

Rediff.com17 Apr 2007

The seasoned pro stood 50th with 2.29 average points, up one spot from his last week's standings.

IOA chief PT Usha breaks silence on CEO controversy

IOA chief PT Usha breaks silence on CEO controversy

Rediff.com4 Feb 2024

No question of going back on IOA CEO's appointment, says PT Usha

Jeev Milkha sets aside premiere of film on father to defend title

Jeev Milkha sets aside premiere of film on father to defend title

Rediff.com11 Jul 2013

Jeev Milkha Singh was torn between two major decisions ahead of the Scottish Open beginning on Thursday -- defending the title he won 12 months ago at the same course or stay back at home to attend the premiere of 'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag' -- the film made on his father, the legendary athlete Milkha Singh.

'Dear Milkhaji, you will always be alive...'

'Dear Milkhaji, you will always be alive...'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

Farhan had played Milkha Singh in Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, a bio pic on the legendary athlete.

'The Flying Sikh will live forever. RIP'

'The Flying Sikh will live forever. RIP'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

From Neeraj Chopra to Harbhajan Singh to Saina Mirza, India's top sportsperson mourned the passing away of one of the country's biggest sporting icons.

'Before I leave this world, I want one Indian to get that medal'

'Before I leave this world, I want one Indian to get that medal'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

'The gold medal that slipped out of my hand at the Rome Olympics must come to us.'

Asian Games: Historic GOLD for Indian equestrian team

Asian Games: Historic GOLD for Indian equestrian team

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

India claimed the team dressage gold in equestrian sport at the Asian Games in Hangzhou on Tuesday, breaking a 41-year-old jinx at the continental event.

Kaur Singh, the only Indian to fight Muhammad Ali, dies

Kaur Singh, the only Indian to fight Muhammad Ali, dies

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

Asian Games gold medallist Indian boxer Kaur Singh, who once fought the legendary Muhammad Ali in an exhibition bout, died on Thursday.

Golf: Aditi makes cut in France; Diksha misses out

Golf: Aditi makes cut in France; Diksha misses out

Rediff.com29 Jul 2023

Aditi Ashok played a steady round of even par 72 to be tied-28th after the second round of the Amundi Evian Championship.

Dom's Take: You will NEVER be FORGOTTEN

Dom's Take: You will NEVER be FORGOTTEN

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

Dominic Xavier salutes the Incomparable Milkha Singh, an inspiration to millions and millions of Indians everywhere.

'Aditi's performance will give boost to Indian golf'

'Aditi's performance will give boost to Indian golf'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

'Public driving ranges will help children to practice their skills and then they come at golf courses to follow their dream and passion.'

Shubhankar secures best ever result by an Indian at Open

Shubhankar secures best ever result by an Indian at Open

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

India's Shubhankar Sharma produced the best-ever result by an Indian at golf's oldest Major, the Open Championships, as he finished tied-eighth in Hoylake on Sunday.

Madame Tussauds Comes To Noida

Madame Tussauds Comes To Noida

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

The Madame Tussauds Wax Museum at the DLF Mall, Noida hosts 50 waxworks of Indian and international celebrities.

Trailer: Toofan looks interesting

Trailer: Toofan looks interesting

Rediff.com30 Jun 2021

Toofan looks like it will deliver on its promise of a high-octane sports drama of an underdog, feels Moumita Bhattacharjee.