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Check out India's schedule on Day 14 of Asian Games

Check out India's schedule on Day 14 of Asian Games

Rediff.com31 Aug 2018

Following is the schedule of the Indian contingent on the 14th day of the Asian Games in Jakarta, on Saturday.

'Kohli, Rohit playing like 28-year-olds'

'Kohli, Rohit playing like 28-year-olds'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma still seem to have steam in them as batters and the two superstars should be allowed to take a call on their future, reckoned former India cricketer and selector Madan Lal.

Asian shooting: Sift Kaur strikes gold twice, stuns China

Asian shooting: Sift Kaur strikes gold twice, stuns China

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Sift Kaur Samra pulled off an incredible show, clinching the individual women's 50m rifle 3 positions gold

Asian Games: Dipika, Ghosal assure squash medals for India

Asian Games: Dipika, Ghosal assure squash medals for India

Rediff.com21 Sep 2014

Dipika Pallikal assured India of a maiden women's singles squash medal in the Asian Games, while top seed Saurav Ghosal confirmed his third successive podium finish in men's singles after the two reached the semi-finals of their respective events in Incheon on Sunday.

Priteesmita Bhoi shatters world youth record

Priteesmita Bhoi shatters world youth record

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

Weightlifter Priteesmita Bhoi broke the world youth record in clean & jerk on way to clinching gold in the girls' 44kg category at the Youth Asian Games in Manama, Bahrain, on Sunday.

Sports Shorts: Bopanna-Sharan pair for Asian Games

Sports Shorts: Bopanna-Sharan pair for Asian Games

Rediff.com30 Jun 2018

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Saturday

Asian Games silver erases nightmares for tormented Dutee Chand

Asian Games silver erases nightmares for tormented Dutee Chand

Rediff.com27 Aug 2018

The 22-year-old from Odisha has long lived with the condition which naturally produces high testosterone levels and for a year saw her unable to run in International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) competition.

Surgery forces star steeplechaser to miss World C'ships

Surgery forces star steeplechaser to miss World C'ships

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

'It's a tough setback, but I'm determined to do the hard work and come back stronger. Thank you for all your messages of support. I'll be back faster and stronger.'

India's schedule on Day 10 at Asian Games

India's schedule on Day 10 at Asian Games

Rediff.com27 Aug 2018

Following is the schedule of Indian contingent on the 10th day of the Asian Games tomorrow.

India Vs Pakistan T20 World Cup Clash In Colombo

India Vs Pakistan T20 World Cup Clash In Colombo

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

This will be their first encounter after the controversy-filled the Asia Cup earlier this year, in which India refused to shake hands with the Pakistan players.

India at the Asian Games: Day 4

India at the Asian Games: Day 4

Rediff.com16 Nov 2010

India's performance on day four of the 2010 Asian Games in Guangzhour, on Tuesday.

South Asian Games: India's medal tally soars

South Asian Games: India's medal tally soars

Rediff.com8 Feb 2010

India dished out their best performance on Monday grabbing 42 medals, including 21 gold, to end the penultimate day with a total haul of 170 medals in the 11th South Asian Games in Dhaka.

PHOTOS: South Asian Games end with a colourful closing ceremony

PHOTOS: South Asian Games end with a colourful closing ceremony

Rediff.com16 Feb 2016

Northeast India's diverse and colourful culture were in full display as the curtains were brought down on the 12th South Asian Games amid magnificent fireworks that lit the night sky over Guwahati.

Yuki exempted for Asian Games; Paes returns

Yuki exempted for Asian Games; Paes returns

Rediff.com4 Jun 2018

Since Yuki Bhambri, ranked 94, is likely to make the cut for the US Open, the AITA selection committee exempted him.

Asian Games: Historic silver for Indian women's squash team

Asian Games: Historic silver for Indian women's squash team

Rediff.com27 Sep 2014

The Indian women's squash team clinched a historic silver medal at the Inchon Asian Games after they lost to Malaysia in the final of the 17th Asian Games on Saturday.

Sindhu, Srikanth lead India's charge for elusive gold at Asian Games

Sindhu, Srikanth lead India's charge for elusive gold at Asian Games

Rediff.com19 Aug 2018

In-form PV Sindhu and Kidambi Srikanth will look to break new grounds as they spearhead India's charge for an elusive gold at the 18th Asian Games badminton event which begins with the team competitions, in Jakarta, on Sunday.

Indian shooters misfire again at Asian Games

Indian shooters misfire again at Asian Games

Rediff.com16 Nov 2010

After their cornering glory in the Commonwealth Games and a promising start to the competitions in Guangzhou, the much touted Indian shooters drew a blank at the range for the second day running at the Asian Games on Tuesday with the pistol markswomen way off target.

'Japan will be cheered, not jeered at Asian Games'

'Japan will be cheered, not jeered at Asian Games'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2010

Japan's athletes have little to fear from local fans at the Asian Games in Guangzhou, a senior Chinese official said on Wednesday, despite worsening relations between the Asian powers in recent weeks.

How wrestling legend Sushil is preparing to strike gold at Asian Games

How wrestling legend Sushil is preparing to strike gold at Asian Games

Rediff.com1 Aug 2018

Eager to fetch an Asian Games gold on his comeback to competitive wrestling after a long hiatus, star freestyle grappler Sushil Kumar will head to Georgia for a ten-day tune-up ahead of the continental showpiece.

India's 2019 Asian Games bid in jeopardy?

India's 2019 Asian Games bid in jeopardy?

Rediff.com29 Jun 2010

With just 24 hours to go and the Sports Ministry yet to grant approval, India's bid for the 2019 Asian Games now looks in jeopardy.

Gujarat woman held for links to global cyber slavery racket

Gujarat woman held for links to global cyber slavery racket

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Gujarat police arrest a woman allegedly involved in trafficking job aspirants to Myanmar and Thailand for cyber slavery. The accused lured people with promises of high-paying jobs and forced them to work for international cyber crime syndicates.

Boxers strive to end gold drought at Asian Games

Boxers strive to end gold drought at Asian Games

Rediff.com11 Nov 2010

With expectations sky-high after their stupendous Commonwealth Games performance but very little time for preparations, Indian pugilists head to Guangzhou for the Asian Games where the country has not won a boxing gold since 1998.

Asian Games: Indian men, women assured silver in squash

Asian Games: Indian men, women assured silver in squash

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

India's squash players continued their splendid showing in the ongoing Asian Games. The men's and women's teams were assured of at least two silver medals after winning their respective semi-final matches at the Yeorumul Courts, on Friday.

Pakistan thrash India to claim U-19 Asia Cup title

Pakistan thrash India to claim U-19 Asia Cup title

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

The 19-year-old looked set for a double century and join the likes of India's Abhigyan Kundu and South Africa's Jorich Van Schalkwyk in the elite 200-plus club.

'I thought I'd quit' - Pooja Rani's stunning comeback

'I thought I'd quit' - Pooja Rani's stunning comeback

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Seasoned boxer Pooja Rani had decided that if her fourth appearance at the World Boxing Championship ended without a medal, she would not give it another shot.

Sania-Myneni win mixed doubles gold at Asian Games

Sania-Myneni win mixed doubles gold at Asian Games

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

Saina Mirza and Saketh Myneni proved too strong for the Chinese Taipei combination of Hsien Yin Peng and Hao Ching Chan to win the gold in the mixed doubles final at the Asian Games.

After Asian Games gold, Neeraj next takes on world's best...

After Asian Games gold, Neeraj next takes on world's best...

Rediff.com28 Aug 2018

In the Diamond League Final, he will face the world's best in the event, including Olympic champion Thomas Roehler of Germany and last year's winner, Jakub Vadlejch of Czech Republic.

India's schedule at the Asian Games: Day 4

India's schedule at the Asian Games: Day 4

Rediff.com21 Aug 2018

India's schedule at the Asian Games: Day 4

Asian Shooting: Sandhu sustains India's gold rush

Asian Shooting: Sandhu sustains India's gold rush

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Rajkanwar Sandhu takes centre fire pistol gold, Ankur Mittal excels in double trap

Check out India's schedule on Day 6 of Asian Games

Check out India's schedule on Day 6 of Asian Games

Rediff.com24 Sep 2023

Following is the schedule of Indian contingent on day six of the Asian Games:

Asian Athletics: Sachin, Parul bag silver; India sign off with 24 medals

Asian Athletics: Sachin, Parul bag silver; India sign off with 24 medals

Rediff.com31 May 2025

A new national record, a string of personal bests, and six final-day medals capped India's campaign at the 26th Asian Athletics Championships as they signed off with a total haul of 24 medals.

After Asian Games exit, Sushil down but not out

After Asian Games exit, Sushil down but not out

Rediff.com19 Aug 2018

"We can't be overwhelmed by defeats or victories. It won't lead you anywhere," Sushil added.

Just honour at stake as India begin rebuild vs Bangladesh

Just honour at stake as India begin rebuild vs Bangladesh

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

India aim to rebuild in inconsequential Dhaka tie vs Bangladesh

Satwik-Chirag storm into China Masters final

Satwik-Chirag storm into China Masters final

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

On Saturday, the Indians came out with an all-out attacking approach, backed by a solid defence, while also dominating the front court as the Malaysians -- particularly Aaron -- looked out of sorts during the 41-minute semi-final clash.

Pooja Rani assures India another medal at Boxing Worlds

Pooja Rani assures India another medal at Boxing Worlds

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

With the victory, the two-time Asian champion joined Jaismine Lamboria (57kg) and Nupur Sheoran (80+kg) in assuring India of medals at this edition of the tournament.

Asian Games: Turkmenistan wrestler first to test positive at Jakarta Asiad

Asian Games: Turkmenistan wrestler first to test positive at Jakarta Asiad

Rediff.com24 Aug 2018

South Korea's Olympic committee has said swimmer Kim Hye-jin was kicked by a Chinese swimmer during training at the Asian Games in Jakarta on Thursday.

PHOTOS: 12th South Asian Games open with a colourful ceremony

PHOTOS: 12th South Asian Games open with a colourful ceremony

Rediff.com5 Feb 2016

The rich and diverse culture of India's North East was on display in all its splendor as curtains went up on the 12th South Asian Games in a colorful opening ceremony with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and a host of other dignitaries in attendance.

Team India's calendar 'too tight' to participate in Asian Games

Team India's calendar 'too tight' to participate in Asian Games

Rediff.com2 Aug 2014

Cricket has elicited lukewarm response from the full ICC members of the continent for the upcoming Incheon Asian Games with India skipping the event altogether and Pakistan electing to send only its women's team.

South Asian Games: India lose to Pakistan in hockey final

South Asian Games: India lose to Pakistan in hockey final

Rediff.com12 Feb 2016

India produced a disappointing performance to lose to arch-rivals Pakistan 0-1 in a lacklustre summit clash of men's hockey at the 12th South Asian Games in Guwahati on Friday.