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Srikanth, Treesa-Gayatri enter Syed Modi badminton final

Srikanth, Treesa-Gayatri enter Syed Modi badminton final

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

Kidambi Srikanth staved off a spirited challenge from compatriot and 2023 National champion Mithun Manjunath in a pulsating semi-final clash to enter the semi-finals.

PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen Reach Thailand Open Quarterfinals

PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen Reach Thailand Open Quarterfinals

Rediff.com14 May 2026

PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen progressed to the quarterfinals of the Thailand Open Super 500 tournament with straight-game wins. Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty also advanced, while Kidambi Srikanth and other Indian players were eliminated.

How Satwiksairaj And Chirag Shetty Won Singapore Open

How Satwiksairaj And Chirag Shetty Won Singapore Open

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty fought back to win the Singapore Open title, defeating Indonesia's Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri in a thrilling final.

How India Reached Thomas Cup Semifinals

How India Reached Thomas Cup Semifinals

Rediff.com1 May 2026

India's badminton team advances to the Thomas Cup semifinals after a decisive 3-0 victory over Chinese Taipei, fuelled by standout performances from Ayush Shetty and Lakshya Sen.

'21-Point System Has Worked Well': Saina Nehwal Cautions BWF On Proposed Scoring Changes

'21-Point System Has Worked Well': Saina Nehwal Cautions BWF On Proposed Scoring Changes

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Olympic medallist Saina Nehwal has urged the Badminton World Federation to exercise caution regarding proposed scoring changes, maintaining that the current 21-point system preserves the sport's essential intensity and endurance.

Orleans Masters: Tanvi stuns Japan seed, storms into semis

Orleans Masters: Tanvi stuns Japan seed, storms into semis

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Indian badminton player Tanvi Sharma progresses to the semifinals of the Orleans Masters Super 300 tournament after defeating Japan's Natsuki Nidaira. Other Indian players also participated in the tournament.

Badminton World Juniors: India beat Sri Lanka for second win

Badminton World Juniors: India beat Sri Lanka for second win

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

India produced another clinical performance against Sri Lanka in their Group H clash to inch closer to the knockout stages of the mixed team event of the BWF World Junior Badminton Championships.

Satwiksairaj-Chirag Shetty Survive Scare At Thailand Open

Satwiksairaj-Chirag Shetty Survive Scare At Thailand Open

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Top seeds Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty overcame a tough challenge to defeat their Indonesian opponents in the first round of the Thailand Open Super 500 tournament.

Unseeded Tanvi Sharma Advances to Orleans Masters Semifinals with Upset Win

Unseeded Tanvi Sharma Advances to Orleans Masters Semifinals with Upset Win

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

India's Tanvi Sharma defeated Japan's Natsuki Nidaira to reach the semifinals of the Orleans Masters Super 300 badminton tournament.

Ayush Shetty's Asia Championships Silver Bodes Well for India's Thomas Cup Chances

Ayush Shetty's Asia Championships Silver Bodes Well for India's Thomas Cup Chances

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Former India coach Vimal Kumar believes Ayush Shetty's silver medal at the Asia Championships is a positive sign for India's Thomas Cup campaign, highlighting the youngster's potential and areas for improvement.

'Thank you for every battle': Sindhu pays tribute to fierce rival Marin

'Thank you for every battle': Sindhu pays tribute to fierce rival Marin

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Taking to social media, Sindhu reflected on her long-standing rivalry and friendship with the Rio Olympics gold medallist, recalling their journey from teenage competitors to seasoned rivals on the global stage.

P V Sindhu Stranded In Dubai; Set To Miss All England Badminton Championships

P V Sindhu Stranded In Dubai; Set To Miss All England Badminton Championships

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu is likely to miss the All England Championships due to travel disruptions caused by airspace closures in the Gulf region.

PV Sindhu And Lakshya Sen Advance At Thailand Open

PV Sindhu And Lakshya Sen Advance At Thailand Open

Rediff.com13 May 2026

PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen, and Kidambi Srikanth progressed to the singles second round with straight-game wins on a mixed day for India at the Thailand Open Super 500 tournament.

India men cruise to Thomas Cup quarters, women struggle in Uber Cup

India men cruise to Thomas Cup quarters, women struggle in Uber Cup

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

India's men's team secured a dominant 5-0 victory over Australia to reach the Thomas Cup quarterfinals, while the women's team faces a tough road in the Uber Cup after PV Sindhu's defeat against Wang Zhiyi.

Shaina Manimuthu Wins Bronze at Dutch Junior International

Shaina Manimuthu Wins Bronze at Dutch Junior International

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Indian badminton player Shaina Manimuthu won a bronze medal at the Dutch Junior International tournament, losing in the semifinals to China's Yi Qing Yin.

Orleans Masters: Tanvi Sharma progresses to pre-quarters; Kidambi Srikanth suffers early exit

Orleans Masters: Tanvi Sharma progresses to pre-quarters; Kidambi Srikanth suffers early exit

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Kidambi Srikanth faced a first-round defeat at the Orleans Masters Super Badminton tournament, while Anmol Kharb and Tanvi Sharma advanced to the round of 16 in the women's singles event.

Lakshya Sen, P V Sindhu To Spearhead India's Thomas And Uber Cup Teams

Lakshya Sen, P V Sindhu To Spearhead India's Thomas And Uber Cup Teams

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

India announces its badminton squads for the upcoming Thomas and Uber Cup championships, with Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu leading the men's and women's teams respectively.

Vimal Kumar Hails Lakshya Sen's 'Bravest' Performance at All England Open

Vimal Kumar Hails Lakshya Sen's 'Bravest' Performance at All England Open

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Former mentor Vimal Kumar praises Lakshya Sen's resilience and courage in reaching the All England Open final, highlighting his determination despite physical challenges.

Hariharan-Arjun advance, Aakarshi Kashyap enters main draw at Orleans Masters

Hariharan-Arjun advance, Aakarshi Kashyap enters main draw at Orleans Masters

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Indian badminton players Hariharan Amsakarunan and M R Arjun advanced in men's doubles, while Aakarshi Kashyap qualified for the women's singles main draw at the Orleans Masters Super 300 tournament.

Mannepalli Loses Thrilling Quarterfinal at Swiss Open

Mannepalli Loses Thrilling Quarterfinal at Swiss Open

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

India's Tharun Mannepalli fought valiantly but lost to Indonesia's Anthony Sinisuka Ginting in the quarterfinal of the Swiss Open Super 300 badminton tournament, ending India's campaign at the event.

India Out Of Uber Cup After 0-5 Loss To China

India Out Of Uber Cup After 0-5 Loss To China

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

India's Uber Cup campaign concluded with a 0-5 defeat to China, despite a promising start from PV Sindhu. The Indian team struggled to capitalise on opportunities against the formidable Chinese side.

Satwik-Chirag reveal pain behind Thailand Open run

Satwik-Chirag reveal pain behind Thailand Open run

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty progressed to the Thailand Open Super 500 final after a hard-fought victory, attributing their mental fortitude to years of overcoming injuries and setbacks.

India to battle defending champions China in 2026 Thomas and Uber Cup

India to battle defending champions China in 2026 Thomas and Uber Cup

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

India's men's and women's badminton teams face a challenging draw alongside defending champions China in the 2026 Thomas and Uber Cup, to be held in Horsens, Denmark.

Indian Shuttler Aakarshi Kashyap Secures Spot in Orleans Masters Main Draw

Indian Shuttler Aakarshi Kashyap Secures Spot in Orleans Masters Main Draw

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Aakarshi Kashyap of India successfully navigated the qualifying rounds of the Orleans Masters Super 300 badminton tournament, securing her place in the women's singles main draw. Meanwhile, other Indian players faced setbacks in their respective categories.

How Irrfan Khan's Romanticism Influenced 'Piku'

How Irrfan Khan's Romanticism Influenced 'Piku'

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Shoojit Sircar reveals Irrfan Khan's romantic sensibilities almost altered the ending of 'Piku'. Sircar shared this anecdote at a special screening of a documentary on Irrfan's film 'Paan Singh Tomar'.

World Jr Badminton: India sweep past UAE to reach QF

World Jr Badminton: India sweep past UAE to reach QF

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

World Junior C'ships: India storm into quarters with clinical win over UAE

'Tough loss, smile Lakshya': PV Sindhu's viral message

'Tough loss, smile Lakshya': PV Sindhu's viral message

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Olympic medallists Abhinav Bindra and PV Sindhu have praised Lakshya Sen for his performance at the All England Open badminton championship, highlighting his courage and resilience despite his runner-up finish.

Pramod Bhagat wins gold at Para Worlds; surpasses legend Lin Dan

Pramod Bhagat wins gold at Para Worlds; surpasses legend Lin Dan

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Pramod Bhagat secured the men's SL3 gold medal at the BWF Para World Championships, defeating Muhammad Al Imran of Indonesia in straight games in the final.

Government to Revamp TOPS Scheme with Focus on High-Yielding Sports

Government to Revamp TOPS Scheme with Focus on High-Yielding Sports

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

The Indian government is set to revamp its Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS), focusing on quarterly athlete evaluations and prioritising high medal-yielding sports like aquatics and cycling to improve performance at the Olympic Games.

Punjab to Host Asian Champions Trophy Hockey Tournament in October

Punjab to Host Asian Champions Trophy Hockey Tournament in October

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Punjab will host the Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament in October, marking the first international hockey event in the state under FIH and AHF auspices. Matches will be held in Mohali and Jalandhar.

He Walked 2,000 Km Across The Sahyadris

He Walked 2,000 Km Across The Sahyadris

Rediff.com26 May 2026

'All this diversity that our country provides brings in a lot of learnings.' 'That is what I really end up sharing with the whole community.' 'But it all comes through making my shoes dirty.'

PV Sindhu Describes 'Scary' Dubai Airport Experience Amid Gulf Crisis

PV Sindhu Describes 'Scary' Dubai Airport Experience Amid Gulf Crisis

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu recounts a 'tense and scary' experience at Dubai International Airport after an explosion occurred nearby, amidst escalating tensions in the Gulf region.

PV Sindhu recounts 'tense' Dubai airport ordeal after explosion

PV Sindhu recounts 'tense' Dubai airport ordeal after explosion

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Indian badminton star PV Sindhu and her coach were stranded at Dubai International Airport following an explosion near their location, triggered by escalating tensions in the Gulf region.

India to battle defending champions China in Thomas and Uber Cups

India to battle defending champions China in Thomas and Uber Cups

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

The Indian men's and women's badminton teams face challenging draws in the upcoming Thomas and Uber Cups, with both teams grouped alongside defending champions China.

Indian Shuttler Ruparelia Advances at Dutch Junior International

Indian Shuttler Ruparelia Advances at Dutch Junior International

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Indian shuttler Dev Ruparelia progressed to the round of 32 after defeating Pranit Somani at the Dutch Junior International. Other Indian players, including Samuel Tamang and Durga Esha Kandrapu, also advanced.

India Face Uphill Task After France Lead In Thomas Cup

India Face Uphill Task After France Lead In Thomas Cup

Rediff.com2 May 2026

India face a tough challenge in the Thomas Cup semifinal as France take a 2-0 lead, with Kidambi Srikanth losing to Alex Lanier and Ayush Shetty falling to Christo Popov.

Badminton braces for crisis due to China's duck decline

Badminton braces for crisis due to China's duck decline

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'The supply of feathers has dropped and costs have escalated sharply.'

India Out Of Uber Cup After 0-5 Loss To China

India Out Of Uber Cup After 0-5 Loss To China

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

India's Uber Cup campaign ended with a 0-5 defeat to China, despite a strong start from PV Sindhu. The Indian team struggled to capitalise on opportunities against the formidable Chinese side.

Indian Pair's Swiss Open Campaign Cut Short by Injury

Indian Pair's Swiss Open Campaign Cut Short by Injury

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand's Swiss Open campaign ends prematurely due to injury. Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty set to begin their campaign.

Tanvi Sharma and Isharani Baruah Exit Orleans Masters in Semifinals

Tanvi Sharma and Isharani Baruah Exit Orleans Masters in Semifinals

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Indian shuttlers Tanvi Sharma and Isharani Baruah were defeated in the women's singles semifinals of the Orleans Masters Super 300 badminton tournament.