News for 'AITA'

Anil Khanna elected AITA president

Anil Khanna elected AITA president

Rediff.com16 Jun 2012

Anil Khanna was on Saturday elevated to the post of president of All India Tennis Association (AITA) replacing Yashwant Singh who stepped down after 12 years at the helm.

It's official! Bopanna teams up with Balaji for Paris Olympics

It's official! Bopanna teams up with Balaji for Paris Olympics

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

Rohan Bopanna will pair with N Sriram Balaji in the men's doubles event at the Paris Olympics.

AITA saying I am fired for refusing national duty is unacceptable: Bhupathi

AITA saying I am fired for refusing national duty is unacceptable: Bhupathi

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

Bhupathi said AITA did not have the courtesy to inform him that he won't continue as captain.

AITA to recommend Bopanna's name for Arjuna award

AITA to recommend Bopanna's name for Arjuna award

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

All India Tennis Association (AITA) has decided to send his name to the government for this year's Arjuna award.

Government ask AITA to conduct election as per Sports Code

Government ask AITA to conduct election as per Sports Code

Rediff.com14 Jan 2017

To ensure that the National Sports Federations (NSFs) elect office bearers as per the Sports Code only, the government has hardened its stance and latest to fall in line is All India Tennis Association, which has agreed to elect its new President next month.

AITA rejects rebel players' fresh demands

AITA rejects rebel players' fresh demands

Rediff.com7 Feb 2013

The All Indian Tennis Association (AITA) on Thursday outrightly rejected the rebel players' fresh demands, saying their inclusion in the Executive or Selection Committees is not possible unless they enter the national federation through elections.

AITA dares Bhupathi to take legal action

AITA dares Bhupathi to take legal action

Rediff.com18 Sep 2012

The All India Tennis Association on Tuesday slammed veteran tennis player Mahesh Bhupathi for threatening to drag AITA to the court and said he is free to take legal action against them.

Livid AITA hits back at Chidambaram

Livid AITA hits back at Chidambaram

Rediff.com22 Jan 2013

The All India Tennis Association (AITA) on Tuesday hit out at its vice-president Karti P Chidambaram for questioning the Davis Cup team selection and asked why he did not raise the issue when he was the chairman of the Davis Cup Committee.

AITA may send team to Pakistan for Davis Cup, will begin visa process soon

AITA may send team to Pakistan for Davis Cup, will begin visa process soon

Rediff.com15 Oct 2019

AITA won't force any player to travel to Pakistan and is willing to send even a second-string team to avoid suspension

Sania's selection was based on merit: AITA

Sania's selection was based on merit: AITA

Rediff.com27 Jun 2012

AITA put up a weak defence to Sania Mirza's jibe against the tennis body, saying the selection for the London Olympics was done purely on merit and that it acknowledges the accomplishments of Sania.

AITA confirms India's tennis players won't travel to Pakistan

AITA confirms India's tennis players won't travel to Pakistan

Rediff.com10 Aug 2019

The Indian tennis federation on Saturday confirmed that it will approach world governing body ITF, seeking a neutral venue for the Davis Cup tie against Pakistan.

AITA demands more money for players

AITA demands more money for players

Rediff.com13 Sep 2012

The All India Tennis Association has urged the government to increase the financial help being given to its players from Rs three crore to five crore, and also demanded that the benefit be extended to juniors as well.

AITA says TNTA must pay royalty on Chennai Open

AITA says TNTA must pay royalty on Chennai Open

Rediff.com20 Nov 2013

The All India Tennis Association says it will not waive 'royalty' of around US $40,000 on the Chennai Open unless the Tamil Nadu Tennis Association proves that the tournament is a loss-making venture.

AITA picks team for Pakistan tie; Paes, top-players return

AITA picks team for Pakistan tie; Paes, top-players return

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

AITA usually names five-member squad apart from one or two reserve players.

AITA to meet ITF security team over Davis Cup venue

AITA to meet ITF security team over Davis Cup venue

Rediff.com18 Aug 2019

'We are not interested in forfeiting the tie. We look forward to working with the ITF to find a solution that guarantees the safety of all the players'

ITF snubs AITA, refuses to shift or postpone Davis Cup tie against Pakistan

ITF snubs AITA, refuses to shift or postpone Davis Cup tie against Pakistan

Rediff.com14 Aug 2019

The All India Tennis association (AITA), taking a more aggressive stance than earlier, said it would not request for a neutral venue for the Asia Oceania Zone 1 tie on September 14-15 as is being asked by the International Tennis Federation (ITF).

Revolting players stick to stand, AITA not worried

Revolting players stick to stand, AITA not worried

Rediff.com10 Jan 2013

The All India Tennis Association (AITA) would be forced to select a depleted side to counter South Korea as none of the eight revolting players has made himself available for Davis Cup selection so far.

AITA denies players threatening CWG pullout

AITA denies players threatening CWG pullout

Rediff.com19 Aug 2010

The All India Tennis Association (AITA) on Thursday dismissed media reports that the star quartet of Mahesh Bhupathi, Leander Paes, Somdev Devvarman and Rohan Bopanna has threatened to pull out of the Commonwealth Games due to non-clearance of Davis Cup dues and lack of financial assistance for preparations.

Davis Cup: AITA ignores Bopanna's reservation, pairs him with Paes

Davis Cup: AITA ignores Bopanna's reservation, pairs him with Paes

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

AITA brought back old warhorse Leander Paes in the Davis Cup team despite 'reservations' from seasoned campaigner Rohan Bopanna.

IOA seeks report from AITA on team selection

IOA seeks report from AITA on team selection

Rediff.com16 Jun 2012

While asking for the report, IOA made it clear that it fully acknowledges that it is the prerogative of the National Sports Federation (NSF) -- in this case AITA -- to select the team.

Balaji to partner Bopanna at Paris Olympics

Balaji to partner Bopanna at Paris Olympics

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

When contacted, AITA Secretary General Anil Dhupar said he does not have any objection to Bopanna playing with Balaji, ranked 84, at the Paris Olympics.

Bhupathi skeptical about AITA's 3-man panel

Bhupathi skeptical about AITA's 3-man panel

Rediff.com5 Feb 2013

Mahesh Bhupathi, who led a revolt of 11 players against the All India Tennis Association, has slammed the AITA for the way it formed a three-member panel to look into the issues raised by the rebels, alleging that the panel would be 'biased' and serve no purpose.

Bhupathi, Bopanna can appeal against punishment: AITA

Bhupathi, Bopanna can appeal against punishment: AITA

Rediff.com19 Sep 2012

AITA Secretary General Bharat Oza said that Mahesh Bhupathi and Rohan Bopanna can reach out to the executive committee and appeal against the punishment handed to them on the ground of indiscipline.

AITA's decision defies logic: Bhupathi to Maken

AITA's decision defies logic: Bhupathi to Maken

Rediff.com18 Jun 2012

Mahesh Bhupathi has complained to the Sports Ministry over selection of the men's double team for London Olympics raising apprehensions over the AITA's selection process wherein he is being forced to pair with estranged partner Leander Paes.

AITA selects Paes-Bhupathi pair for Olympics

AITA selects Paes-Bhupathi pair for Olympics

Rediff.com15 Jun 2012

The All India Tennis Association on Friday selected Leander Paes and Mahesh Bhupathi for the men's doubles event at the London Olympics, rejecting the latter's insistence on being paired with Rohan Bopanna in the mega-event next month.

Football legend Chuni slams AITA for buckling

Football legend Chuni slams AITA for buckling

Rediff.com23 Jun 2012

Indian football legend Chuni Goswami slammed the AITA for not acting firm against Mahesh Bhupathi and Rohan Bopanna in the Olympics doubles team selection row and said some action should be taken against them.

Devvarman backs Nagal in scathing letter to AITA

Devvarman backs Nagal in scathing letter to AITA

Rediff.com18 Jan 2017

Defending Nagal, who has been dropped from the team for the upcoming New Zealand tie due to serious breach of discipline, and criticising AITA for publicly humiliating the player, Devvarman wrote in an open letter in the Indian Express that AITA could have dealt with the player privately.

AITA to probe Bhupathi's fixing claim

AITA to probe Bhupathi's fixing claim

Rediff.com22 Jan 2008

The All India Tennis Association in a statement said the Davis Cup is absolutely clean and no such incident has ever been heard of before or in recent past in India.

Tennis Australia arrogant: AITA

Tennis Australia "arrogant": AITA

Rediff.com25 Apr 2009

The All India Tennis Association on Saturday lashed out at Australia for pulling out of next month's Davis Cup tie against India, saying they have acted in an "arrogant" and "irresponsible" manner "by creating a situation solely out of their mind and not based on facts". AITA also said it would convey its sentiments to the International Tennis Federation in a letter following Australia withdrawing from the May 8-10 Asia-Oceania Group I tie.

AITA: Committee meets, looks at correspondence between 2 parties

AITA: Committee meets, looks at correspondence between 2 parties

Rediff.com22 Feb 2013

The AITA appointed three-member committee to look into players issue had its first meeting on Friday and observed that players-friendly conditions should prevail and for that it would seek help of both the Federation and the government.

Davis Cup: ITF seeks India's view after Pakistan appeal, AITA stays firm on security concerns

Davis Cup: ITF seeks India's view after Pakistan appeal, AITA stays firm on security concerns

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

An independent tribunal of the ITF will now deliberate upon the appeal and make a final decision by November 18.

Rohan to pair with either Balaji or Yuki at Paris Games

Rohan to pair with either Balaji or Yuki at Paris Games

Rediff.com20 May 2024

Both Balaji and Bhambri have got some decent results on clay in lead up to the Roland Garros, where the action will unfold during the Summer Olympics from July 27.

AITA works out compromise formula

AITA works out compromise formula

Rediff.com6 Jan 2013

The All India Tennis Association on Sunday came up with a compromise formula to placate the revolting players as it accommodated some of their demands, such as change in support staff, but also kept its authority intact by keeping the final decision on all matters in its hand.

Bhupathi slams AITA's 'dictatorial attitude'

Bhupathi slams AITA's 'dictatorial attitude'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2012

Stung by the two-year ban imposed on him, veteran tennis ace Mahesh Bhupathi hit back at the All India Tennis Association on Tuesday, accusing the game's governing body of resorting to 'divide-and-rule' policy and said its 'dictatorial attitude' will be harmful for the future of Indian tennis.

Indian pair stuns top seeds in China

Indian pair stuns top seeds in China

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

India's Vijay Sundar Prashanth and Jeevan Nedunchezhiyan found a way to prevail over second seeds Julian Cash and Llyod Glasspool in a tough battle in the Hangzhou Open quarterfinals while Yuki Bhambri progressed to the Chengdu Open semifinals with his partner on Saturday.

Olympics: AITA to have final say on tennis selection

Olympics: AITA to have final say on tennis selection

Rediff.com19 Jun 2012

The AITA said it would again approach Mahesh Bhupathi and Rohan Bopanna to pair with Leander Paes, with first choice again being the experienced Mahesh Bhupathi.

AITA president criticises Bopanna

AITA president criticises Bopanna

Rediff.com2 Feb 2007

Yashwant Sinha expressed displeasure over Rohan Bopanna's decision to opt out of the upcoming Davis Cup tie.

AITA supports Somdev's pull-out of Asian Games

AITA supports Somdev's pull-out of Asian Games

Rediff.com5 Sep 2014

Changing its stance towards Somdev Devvarman's pulling out of the Asian Games squad, the AITA said it supports the step taken by the top singles player of the country.

Karnataka HC stays AITA ban on Bhupathi, Bopanna

Karnataka HC stays AITA ban on Bhupathi, Bopanna

Rediff.com22 Sep 2012

The Karnataka High court on Saturday stayed the two-year ban issued imposed on tennis players Mahesh Bhupathi and Rohan Bopanna by the All India Tennis Association on disciplinary grounds.

Bhupathi blasts AITA's policy decision

Bhupathi blasts AITA's policy decision

Rediff.com19 Jan 2012

Taking potshots at the All India Tennis Association, senior pro Mahesh Bhupathi, on Thursday, said he is not sure of pairing with Sania Mirza in the mixed doubles event of the London Olympics because of the national body's "funny politics".