News for 'Arjuna'

Spotted! Shiv Kapur in Gurgaon

Spotted! Shiv Kapur in Gurgaon

Rediff.com14 Nov 2006

Reader Balaji Rao Jallipalli sent us a picture of Shiv Kapur from Delhi.

Fleming eyes World Cup glory

Fleming eyes World Cup glory

Rediff.com21 Oct 2006

New Zealand's skipper will surpass Arjuna Ranatunga's captaincy record for most ODIs next week and he hopes to emulate the former Sri Lankan captain by winning a World Cup.

Advani leads Indian challenge

Advani leads Indian challenge

Rediff.com4 Oct 2006

Pankaj Advani will lead the Indian challenge in the IBSF World Snooker Championships in Jordan.

What the Ramayana, Mahabharata tell us

What the Ramayana, Mahabharata tell us

Rediff.com6 Dec 2018

'We often assume that Ayodhya is Ram's property and Hastinapur is Yudhishthira's property when, in fact, it is their responsibility.' 'A king exists, as per Hindu philosophy, only to ensure that other people's property is safe,' explains Devdutt Pattanaik.

Ex-football captain fights red-tape

Ex-football captain fights red-tape

Rediff.com30 Aug 2006

Former Indian football captain Chandeshwar Prasad is trying hard to get his dues paid by the government.

Dean Jones is back

Dean Jones is back

Rediff.com8 Feb 2007

Dean Jones joined the likes of Arjuna Ranatunga and Javagal Srinath in the studio panel for the India-Sri Lanka series.

Not enough time with Harendra to change team's fortunes: Joaquim

Not enough time with Harendra to change team's fortunes: Joaquim

Rediff.com2 May 2018

Yesterday, women's coach Harendra Singh was made in-charge of the men's side, while men's coach Sjoerd Marijne was re-designated the women's coach in a rejigging of roles by the Hockey India following the medalless show of the teams at last month's Gold Coast Commonwealth Games.

How Ganguly's gamble on youngsters helped India retain Dhoni

How Ganguly's gamble on youngsters helped India retain Dhoni

Rediff.com8 Jul 2018

'Ganguly, who turns 46 on Sunday, was one of the sharpest and farsighted cricketing minds, says Abhirup Bhattacharya in a biography on the former India cricketer, titled - 'Winning Like Sourav: Think & Succeed Like Ganguly'.

Ranatunga to lead Sri Lankan cricket panel

Ranatunga to lead Sri Lankan cricket panel

Rediff.com22 May 2005

The former Sri Lanka captain has been appointed chairman of a nine-member cricket committee that includes seven former national team skippers.

Maheswary wins maiden Nat'l Games gold with new meet record

Maheswary wins maiden Nat'l Games gold with new meet record

Rediff.com12 Feb 2015

Former Asian champion Renjith Maheswary nabbed his maiden National Games gold with a new meet record in triple jump as previous marks continued to tumble like nine pins in the athletics arena on the penultimate day of competitions in the 35th edition in Thiruvananthapuram.

We don't respect our heroes?

We don't respect our heroes?

Rediff.com17 Nov 2005

Is Arjuna Ranatunga right in saying that India doesn't respect its heroes? Have your say.

Feather in Fleming's cap

Feather in Fleming's cap

Rediff.com20 Oct 2006

New Zealand captain Stephen Fleming equalled former Sri Lanka skipper Arjuna Ranatunga's record of leading the country in most number of One-Day Internationals on Friday.

Golfer Jamshed Ali passes away

Golfer Jamshed Ali passes away

Rediff.com1 Nov 2005

India's first professional golfer died at a private hospital in Kolkata after fighting a long, grinding battle against oral cancer.

Anju bags Rajiv Khel Ratna

Anju bags Rajiv Khel Ratna

Rediff.com15 Sep 2004

'The Ministry's award selection policy is fair and transparent'

'The Ministry's award selection policy is fair and transparent'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2015

Over the last few years, National Sports Awards have been in the news for creating controversies, but Sports minister Sarbananda Sonowal has said there is no need to review the selection policy for them.

Rio Paralympics: Javelin thrower Jhajharia creates history, wins another gold

Rio Paralympics: Javelin thrower Jhajharia creates history, wins another gold

Rediff.com14 Sep 2016

Javelin thrower Devendra Jhajharia became the first Indian to clinch two gold medals at the Paralympics after he broke his own world record to clinch the top honours at the Rio Games in Rio de Janeiro.

No rift in party or family, 'all is well', says Rabri and sons

No rift in party or family, 'all is well', says Rabri and sons

Rediff.com11 Jun 2018

Tej Pratap created a flutter a few days back with a tweet that was seen by many as signalling a rift with his younger brother Tejashwi.

Dravid recommended for Khel Ratna

Dravid recommended for Khel Ratna

Rediff.com18 Jul 2006

The BCCI has also put forward the names of Irfan Pathan and Yuvraj Singh for the Arjuna Award.

Sindhu, Sardar, Saba and Arunima receive Padma Shri award

Sindhu, Sardar, Saba and Arunima receive Padma Shri award

Rediff.com30 Mar 2015

Indian men's hockey team captain Sardar Singh and former skipper of the national women's side Saba Anjum were conferred with the prestigious Padma Shri Award by President Pranab Mukherjee at a glittering ceremony in Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Grappler Babita eliminated after losing opening bout

Grappler Babita eliminated after losing opening bout

Rediff.com18 Aug 2016

Babita Kumari started her campaign in the women's 53 kg class wrestling at the Rio Olympics on a losing note on Thursday. The Indian grappler, who won two medals at past Commonwealth Games and also bagged a bronze in the World Championships four years ago, was beaten 1-5 by Maria Prevolaraki of Greece.

Flying kites, visit to mosque: All in a day's work for PM in Indonesia

Flying kites, visit to mosque: All in a day's work for PM in Indonesia

Rediff.com30 May 2018

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is travelling again! The Pradhan Sevak is in Indonesia on the first leg of his three-nation tour to East Asia. This is Modi's first-ever official visit to Indonesia and before the visit, the PM hoped that the meet would cement the political, economic and strategic interest of the two friendly maritime neighbours.

Ranatunga blames Jayasuriya, Attapattu and poor planning for SL's ODI failure!

Ranatunga blames Jayasuriya, Attapattu and poor planning for SL's ODI failure!

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

Refusing to blame the players for the debacle in the ongoing One-Day series in India, former Sri Lanka captain Arjuna Ranatunga said the country's administrators are responsible for the fiasco which has also disturbed the team's World Cup preparations.

Who shapes you -- teacher or TV?

Who shapes you -- teacher or TV?

Rediff.com26 Oct 2004

One-third of school students feel that television plays more important role in their lives than their teachers.

Want more football players to play outside India: Gurpreet

Want more football players to play outside India: Gurpreet

Rediff.com31 Aug 2016

Playing in Norway for top division club Stabaek has helped him grow as a footballer, feels goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh, who wants more of his countrymen to follow in his footsteps to help India rise as a power in the sport. "My aim was to play in Norway, break into the first team and play in the first team. I have grown as a player in all aspects of the game. I will try to keep getting better. Playing in Europe is better for me," said the 24-year-old goalkeeper who has been called up for the international friendly against Puerto Rico at the Andheri Sports Complex stadium in Mumbai on September 3.

Murali ties the knot

Murali ties the knot

Rediff.com21 Mar 2005

Sri Lanka's batsmen lack tact in handling spin, coach acknowledges

Sri Lanka's batsmen lack tact in handling spin, coach acknowledges

Rediff.com25 Nov 2017

A country which produced champion players of spin bowling such as Roy Dias, Arjuna Ranatunga, Aravinda de Silva, Sanath Jayasuriya, Mahela Jayawardene and Kumar Sangakkara, it has been sharp downward slide for Dinesh Chandimal's men, who have consistently failed against Indian spin duo of Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja.

Pak procuring 600 tanks to strengthen capability along LoC: Intel sources

Pak procuring 600 tanks to strengthen capability along LoC: Intel sources

Rediff.com30 Dec 2018

Apart from battle tanks, Pakistan Army is also procuring 245 150mm SP Mike-10 guns from Italy out of which it has already received 120 guns.

Ranatunga becomes minister

Ranatunga becomes minister

Rediff.com7 May 2004

Sri Lanka's World Cup-winning captain was sworn in on Friday as deputy minister of Industries, Tourism and Investment Promotion.

Ranatunga cleared to run for board presidency

Ranatunga cleared to run for board presidency

Rediff.com10 Jan 2003

Sri Lanka's Supreme Court nullified the government's recent ban on politicians heading sports bodies.

Ranatunga cleared to run for board presidency

Ranatunga cleared to run for board presidency

Rediff.com10 Jan 2003

Sri Lanka's Supreme Court nullified the government's recent ban on politicians heading sports bodies.

Stats: Captain cool Dhoni achieves unique treble

Stats: Captain cool Dhoni achieves unique treble

Rediff.com3 Sep 2014

Dhoni holds the record of winning most matches in all 3 formats -- the first Indian and also the first among current captains from all sides.

Kabaddi's captain cool Anup Kumar retires

Kabaddi's captain cool Anup Kumar retires

Rediff.com20 Dec 2018

The iconic player concluded a historic 15-year career, where he has led several teams to victory and grown the sport in the country.

Inzamam's dubious distinction

Inzamam's dubious distinction

Rediff.com7 Apr 2005

Anju George awarded Khel Ratna

Anju George awarded Khel Ratna

Rediff.com21 Sep 2004

Anju Bobby George and Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore were awarded the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna and the Arjuna award respectively.

'People called me mad when I was preparing for winning at Olympics'

'People called me mad when I was preparing for winning at Olympics'

Rediff.com8 May 2015

Olympic silver medallist Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore says people called him a 'mad' when he first started dreaming about Olympic medal.

'I was surprised by the strength I possessed'

'I was surprised by the strength I possessed'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2004

Disappointed at missing out on a bronze at Sydney, weightlifter Sanamcha Chanu is determined to make amends in Athens.

Sports Shorts: Vijender predicts more medals at Worlds

Sports Shorts: Vijender predicts more medals at Worlds

Rediff.com22 Aug 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Tuesday.

We have a chance to win TT team gold at CWG: Amalraj

We have a chance to win TT team gold at CWG: Amalraj

Rediff.com24 Mar 2018

The Chennai paddler feels that it's about time that he changes colour of the medal to gold during the upcoming edition in Gold Coast.