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'Witcher' medallion makes Russian shooter rage at Olympics

'Witcher' medallion makes Russian shooter rage at Olympics

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

A spokesperson of CD Projekt, the company behind the video game, dug out a 2018 photograph of the shooter in a Witcher-themed shirt, praising her "years-long commitment to the Witcher universe".

Asian Airgun C'ship: Gold for Manu, Saurabh

Asian Airgun C'ship: Gold for Manu, Saurabh

Rediff.com29 Mar 2019

Manu won the women's 10m Air Pistol on day three of competition while Saurabh bagged a team gold in the men's event.

Shooters finish 1-2 in the mixed team events at Asians

Shooters finish 1-2 in the mixed team events at Asians

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

India has now picked up a dozen gold medals in the competition with four days remaining.

World Cup Shooting: Indians fail to make final of 10m air rifle

World Cup Shooting: Indians fail to make final of 10m air rifle

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

Indian shooters failed to make the final of the men's 10m air rifle event of the ISSF World Cup, in New Delhi, on Monday.

4 abductors of actor Mushtaq Khan held; planned to kidnap Shakti Kapoor

4 abductors of actor Mushtaq Khan held; planned to kidnap Shakti Kapoor

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

Four members of a gang have been arrested for kidnapping actor Mushtaq Mohammad Khan from the Delhi airport and holding him hostage in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh. The gang was also plotting to abduct veteran actor Shakti Kapoor on the pretext of inviting him to an event. The gang members were involved in abducting film stars by sending advance payments and air tickets under the guise of event invitations. Police recovered Rs 1.04 lakh from their possession and are investigating whether the gang was involved in the kidnapping of other film stars. In a related development, Arjun, one of the kidnappers involved in comedian Sunil Pal's abduction, was shot and injured during an encounter with police in Meerut. Arjun, who was arrested on Saturday, attempted to escape while being escorted for a medical checkup by snatching the pistol of a sub-inspector. The police team retaliated, and Arjun was shot and injured in the exchange of fire.

ISSF Worlds: Mitharwal strikes gold; Manu, Sidhu fail to make final

ISSF Worlds: Mitharwal strikes gold; Manu, Sidhu fail to make final

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

The 23-year-old, a bronze-winner in the 10m air pistol and the 50m pistol events of the Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast earlier this year, shot a score of 564 to finish on top.

Manu Bhaker seeks to continue golden run in Asiad, Worlds

Manu Bhaker seeks to continue golden run in Asiad, Worlds

Rediff.com29 Jul 2018

Manu Bhaker is grounded as she gears up for another test of her 16-year-old mind and body in next month's Asian Games.

14-year-old Desinghu makes splash with hat-trick of gold!

14-year-old Desinghu makes splash with hat-trick of gold!

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

At the brand new Trishul Shooting Range in Dehradun, Haryana's Asian Games bronze medallist shooter Ramita Jindal turned in a world class performance to top the qualification round in the women's 10m air rifle event.

Asian Games: India's Schedule on September 28

Asian Games: India's Schedule on September 28

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

Following is India's schedule at the Asian Games in Hangzhou, on Thursday, September 28.

Ace shooter Jitu Rai recommended for Khel Ratna

Ace shooter Jitu Rai recommended for Khel Ratna

Rediff.com17 Aug 2016

Asian Games gold medallist Jitu Rai has been recommended for the prestigious Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award for his exploits in pistol shooting in the last two years although he couldn't win a medal in the Rio Olympics. "Yes, we have recommended Jitu's name for Khel Ratna award," National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) secretary Rajiv Bhatia said. NRAI has also recommended woman rifle shooter Apurvi Chanela and men rifle shooters Gurpreet Singh and PN Prakash for the Arjuna Awards, according to Bhatia.

Landour Longings

Landour Longings

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

When in Landour, discovers Supriya Newar, one of the most important things to do and that too in large measures, is to do nothing at all.

European C'ship: Elavenil, Saurabh put up strong show

European C'ship: Elavenil, Saurabh put up strong show

Rediff.com25 May 2021

Participating in the continental tournament as guest invitee, the Indians only shot in the MQS section, and hence, their scores were not considered for medals.

Tokyo Olympics: How India's athletes fared on Sunday, July 25

Tokyo Olympics: How India's athletes fared on Sunday, July 25

Rediff.com26 Jul 2021

A summary of Indian athletes' showing atthe Olympic Games in Tokyo on Sunday.

India at CWG: It's shooting and nothing else for Heena Sidhu

India at CWG: It's shooting and nothing else for Heena Sidhu

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

Least affected by the recent controversies around her, India's pistol ace Heena Sidhu's primary target is the World Championship

Manavjit in for Rajput in Indian shooting team for Rio Olympics

Manavjit in for Rajput in Indian shooting team for Rio Olympics

Rediff.com19 Mar 2016

Trap shooter Manavjit Singh Sandhu got the nod ahead of Sanjeev Rajput as the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) announced its final shooting squad of 12 for the Rio Olympic Games in New Delhi on Saturday.

Shooting: India's best ever showing at World Cup

Shooting: India's best ever showing at World Cup

Rediff.com30 May 2019

India produced their best ever show at the ISSF World Cup after sweeping both the mixed team titles on Thursday for a total tally of five gold medals in Munich.

Indian shooters snag sensational World C'ship gold

Indian shooters snag sensational World C'ship gold

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Indian clinches mixed team air pistol gold at World Championship

Super-achievers Bumrah, Harmanpreet, Sidhu in Forbes 30 Under 30 list

Super-achievers Bumrah, Harmanpreet, Sidhu in Forbes 30 Under 30 list

Rediff.com5 Feb 2018

Team India's Jasprit Bumrah, India women's cricketer Harmanpreet Kaur and shooter Heena Sindhu have exceeded expectations to make the cut.

Saurabh wins silver in Asian Shooting Championship

Saurabh wins silver in Asian Shooting Championship

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

The 17-year-old World Cup gold-medallist shot 244.5 to finish second on the podium behind North Korea's Kim Song Guk.

Shooter Jitu wins historic gold medal at Maribor World Cup

Shooter Jitu wins historic gold medal at Maribor World Cup

Rediff.com19 Jun 2014

Jitu, who had won a silver medal in the free pistol competition, shot 200.8 in the final round to clinch the gold in the air pistol event.

Shooter Jitu wins historic gold medal at Maribor World Cup

Shooter Jitu wins historic gold medal at Maribor World Cup

Rediff.com19 Jun 2014

Jitu, who had won a silver medal in the free pistol competition, shot 200.8 in the final round to clinch the gold in the air pistol event.

This mother and son are out to make history in Rio

This mother and son are out to make history in Rio

Rediff.com24 Jul 2016

The Rio Olympics will be the eighth Games for Georgian shooter Nino Salukvadze, but it will be the first time when she will be joined by a very special team mate - her own son.

Schedule: India at the Tokyo Paralaympics

Schedule: India at the Tokyo Paralaympics

Rediff.com24 Aug 2021

Flag bearer Tek Chand will lead the Indian contingent -- India will be represented by 54 para athletes, the biggest ever contingent in the history of the Games.

Shooting World Cup: Manu, Heena fizzle out in qualifications

Shooting World Cup: Manu, Heena fizzle out in qualifications

Rediff.com26 Feb 2019

The more experienced Heena Sidhu suffered a similar fate, as she was placed 25th with 571.

Shooter Sheoran claims podium finish in ISSF World Cup

Shooter Sheoran claims podium finish in ISSF World Cup

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

In a year marred by disappointments, shooter Akhil Sheoran redeemed himself by winning the men's 50m rifle 3-positions bronze medal even as the other Indian participants failed to make a mark in the ISSF World Cup Final in New Delhi on Wednesday.

How Shweta's gold medal wasn't enough to earn Olympic berth

How Shweta's gold medal wasn't enough to earn Olympic berth

Rediff.com15 Feb 2016

For Sweta, this was the worst ever performance despite winning the gold in women's 10m air pistol finals.

'Happy I won with a qualification record also'

'Happy I won with a qualification record also'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2018

After letting her pistol do all the talking, Manu Bhaker spoke little, but enough to express her joy at winning the 10 metres Air pistol gold at the Commonwealth Games.

She is talented, young and India's new shooting sensation

She is talented, young and India's new shooting sensation

Rediff.com6 Mar 2018

Manu Baker won two gold medals in as many days on a World Cup debut

SEE: Shami, Sheetal receive Arjuna awards

SEE: Shami, Sheetal receive Arjuna awards

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Shami was there to receive the honours. He took 24 wickets in seven World Cup games last year.

ISSF approves Heena's participation in Olympics

ISSF approves Heena's participation in Olympics

Rediff.com5 Apr 2012

The International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) on Thursday agreed to NRAI's request for exchange of quota, paving the way for participation of Heena Sidhu in the women's Air Pistol event at the London Olympics.

Indian shooters go on medal rampage on day 6 of Worlds

Indian shooters go on medal rampage on day 6 of Worlds

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

The four medals swelled India's tally to 20 medals including nine gold, three silver and eight bronze medals, in second place behind China, who have 18 gold for a grand total of 37 medals.

Asian shooting C'ship: Heena Sidhu wins gold

Asian shooting C'ship: Heena Sidhu wins gold

Rediff.com6 Nov 2015

India's Heena Sidhu made a grand return to form by winning the gold medal in the 10m air pistol women's event at the 13th Asian Shooting Championship, in Kuwait City, on Friday.

14 gold medals up for grabs on Day 1 of Paris Games

14 gold medals up for grabs on Day 1 of Paris Games

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

No fewer than 14 will be up for grabs as day one promises action across multiple sports: four golds in swimming, two each in cycling, fencing, and judo, and one each in diving, skateboarding, shooting, and rugby sevens.

'Brand' Welcome Awaits Olympic Stars

'Brand' Welcome Awaits Olympic Stars

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

'The Paris Olympics has once again blessed the Indian sports marketing landscape with fresh faces and promises.' 'Expect at least one biopic.'

Lekhara is India's flag-bearer at Paralympics closing

Lekhara is India's flag-bearer at Paralympics closing

Rediff.com4 Sep 2021

The 19-year-old shooter won gold in R-2 women's 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1 event on Monday before taking the 50m Rifle 3 Position SH1 bronze on Friday.

SAG: Indian shooters reign supreme with clean sweep

SAG: Indian shooters reign supreme with clean sweep

Rediff.com13 Feb 2016

Indian shooters ruled the roost for the fourth successive day as they made a clean sweep of all the six gold medals on offer in the 12th South Asian Games, in Guwahati, on Saturday.

Indian shooters eye Olympic glory

Indian shooters eye Olympic glory

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

All of the 15 shooters are capable of winning medals, but few are seen as sure shot to secure podium finishes

The sacrifices that India's new star Jitu Rai has to make

The sacrifices that India's new star Jitu Rai has to make

Rediff.com21 Sep 2014

A day after clinching the 50m pistol gold in the ongoing Asian Games, Jitu Rai said he has not spoken to his mother for the last one month.

Shooting World Cup: Manu-Saurabh win gold, unprecedented top finish for India

Shooting World Cup: Manu-Saurabh win gold, unprecedented top finish for India

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

The results ensured an unprecedented top finish for India across all four ISSF World Cup stages this year