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Not there yet! Neeraj vows to build stronger core

Not there yet! Neeraj vows to build stronger core

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Neeraj Chopra said he will need to work harder on his core muscles and make his body stronger to consistently log 90-plus distances in international competitions.

'Your Trip Is On Me..' Neeraj Fulfills Fan's Wish!

'Your Trip Is On Me..' Neeraj Fulfills Fan's Wish!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Double Olympic-medallist Neeraj Chopra showed his generous and compassionate side, surprising a fan with an all-expense paid trip to watch the Neeraj Chopra Classic, to be held in Bengaluru next week.

FIDE Grand Swiss: Indian GM Vaishali back in joint lead

FIDE Grand Swiss: Indian GM Vaishali back in joint lead

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Vaishali knew she had to win to remain in contention and her approach right from the start was in sync with the requirement of the tournament situation.

'No Indian-Pakistani in UAE team, we are a family'

'No Indian-Pakistani in UAE team, we are a family'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

The India-Pakistan tensions have had no impact on the bonhomie within the UAE cricket team, which is a mix of expatriates from the two countries, insisted skipper Muhammad Waseem.

Vaishali wins Grand Swiss, qualifies for Candidates tournament

Vaishali wins Grand Swiss, qualifies for Candidates tournament

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

While only one place seems assured for the Indians in the men's section, there are already three in the women's category who have made it to the Candidates.

Neeraj vows to raise the flag higher at home

Neeraj vows to raise the flag higher at home

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Ahead of the Neeraj Chopra (NC) Classic in Bengaluru, two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra expressed his emotions for the tournament where he said that the national flag has to fly higher on its own soil.

Manu Bhaker's heartfelt message for Neeraj Chopra

Manu Bhaker's heartfelt message for Neeraj Chopra

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

Manu Bhaker penned a message of support for fellow double Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra after he revealed that he competed in the Diamond League season finale with an injury.

Meera Chopra Gets Married

Meera Chopra Gets Married

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

Meera Chopra, who was seen in 2023's soulful film Safed, got married to businessman Rakhsit Kejriwal on March 12.

Jena pulls out of NC Classic 2025

Jena pulls out of NC Classic 2025

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

On June 6, Poland's Martin Konecny had replaced Asian Games bronze medallist Genki Dean of Japan as the organisers confirmed the 12-man entry list for the rescheduled event.

FIDE Grand Swiss: Gukesh crushes Bacrot; Pragg held

FIDE Grand Swiss: Gukesh crushes Bacrot; Pragg held

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Looking to assert his supremacy across formats, reigning world champion D Gukesh of India began his campaign in the FIDE Grand Swiss in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, with a crushing victory over France's Etienne Bacrot in the first round.

Mohanlal, SRK, Rani, Vikrant Dazzle National Awards

Mohanlal, SRK, Rani, Vikrant Dazzle National Awards

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The 71st National Awards were presented at the Vigyan Bhavan in New Delhi on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.

Divya's Bold Move! Challenges Elite In FIDE Grand Swiss

Divya's Bold Move! Challenges Elite In FIDE Grand Swiss

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Women's World Cup winner Divya Deshmukh, who has also qualified for the Women's Candidates, has opted out of the women's section to compete with the best in business.

Grand Swiss Chess: Gukesh stunned again, Vaishali on top

Grand Swiss Chess: Gukesh stunned again, Vaishali on top

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

World Champion D Gukesh suffered his second straight defeat at the FIDE Grand Swiss, losing to Greece's Nikolas Theodorou in the sixth round in Samarkand, Uzbekistan on Tuesday.

Neeraj Chopra finishes 2nd in Lausanne Diamond League

Neeraj Chopra finishes 2nd in Lausanne Diamond League

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

Neeraj Chopra produced a season's best effort of 89.49m in his last attempt.

Pranesh bags Challengers title in Chennai

Pranesh bags Challengers title in Chennai

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

M Pranesh bagged the Challengers crown despite losing to IM G B Harshavardhan in the final round at the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters.

PIX: Priyanka, Nick Enjoy Tennis At Centre Court!

PIX: Priyanka, Nick Enjoy Tennis At Centre Court!

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

On Wednesday celebrity couple Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra Jonas were spotted spending the afternoon watching tennis at the All England Club.

Marathi Cinema Gets The Spotlight!

Marathi Cinema Gets The Spotlight!

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Marathi film folk were honoured at the Filmfare Awards Marathi 2025.

Pragya, Sophie's Exciting Party Looks

Pragya, Sophie's Exciting Party Looks

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

A night out on the red carpet turns out to be a style feast.

Chennai GM: Vidit outclassed; Keymer stretches lead

Chennai GM: Vidit outclassed; Keymer stretches lead

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

Karthikeyan upsets Vidit Gujrathi, Vincent Keymer edges closer to maiden title at Chennai Grand Masters.

FIDE Grand Swiss: Vaishali in joint lead; Praggnanandhaa held

FIDE Grand Swiss: Vaishali in joint lead; Praggnanandhaa held

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

R Praggnanandhaa was held to a draw by the world's youngest-ever Grandmaster Abhimanyu Mishra of the United States.

History made: Keymer wins Chennai Grand Masters with round to spare

History made: Keymer wins Chennai Grand Masters with round to spare

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

The 20-year-old German, playing white, drew his match against Dutchman Jordan van Foreest, while results elsewhere confirmed his tournament victory.

'Harmanpreet should bat at No 3 for India': Chopra

'Harmanpreet should bat at No 3 for India': Chopra

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

Former Indian captain Anjum Chopra has called for a significant overhaul of the Indian women's cricket team ahead of the T20 World Cup.

Neeraj Chopra gears up for Diamond League despite injury

Neeraj Chopra gears up for Diamond League despite injury

Rediff.com17 Aug 2024

Nursing a long-standing groin injury, Neeraj Chopra claimed a silver medal in the Paris Olympics.

Abhishek Bachchan Hugs Neeraj Chopra

Abhishek Bachchan Hugs Neeraj Chopra

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

A video of Abhishek warmly embracing Neeraj post the event has gone viral, with netizens showering praise on the younger Bachchan for his support for the athlete.

Disha, Manushi, Shanaya's Bikini Moments

Disha, Manushi, Shanaya's Bikini Moments

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

These divas are setting the gram on fire. one bikini at a time.

Oval: Different Rules For Different People

Oval: Different Rules For Different People

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

'I've never seen anything like it in my life.'

Neeraj reclaims World No. 1 spot; Arshad is...

Neeraj reclaims World No. 1 spot; Arshad is...

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

India's world champion Neeraj Chopra dethroned Grenada's Anderson Peters to reclaim the number one spot in men's javelin throw world rankings following a string of brilliant performances on the international stage recently.

Chopra on cusp of history, but tough challenge beckons

Chopra on cusp of history, but tough challenge beckons

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

His stunning monster throw of 89.34 metres in the qualification round made quite a statement, but a tough challenge awaits defending champion Neeraj Chopra as he seeks another piece of history in the Paris Olympics men's javelin throw final round in Paris on Thursday.

Neeraj Chopra calls for Mondotrack at NIS Patiala

Neeraj Chopra calls for Mondotrack at NIS Patiala

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra had an additional plea for the government -- to fast-track the process of laying down the currently in-vogue 'Mondotrack' at the National Institute of Sports in Patiala.

Why Sholay Never Got A Sequel

Why Sholay Never Got A Sequel

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

What if Sholay were produced now, in our technologically advanced era, with AI vying for our attention?, asks Atanu Biswas.

Neeraj Chopra misses out on Diamond Trophy by 1 cm

Neeraj Chopra misses out on Diamond Trophy by 1 cm

Rediff.com15 Sep 2024

Chopra will pocket US$12,000 for his second-place finish in the grand finale, which marked the end of the prestigious Diamond League series after 14 legs, as well as the end of international athletics season.

9 Scary IVF Truths No One Talks About

9 Scary IVF Truths No One Talks About

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

From managing expectations to bearing the high cost of the procedure, IVF treatments are a complex emotional journey that could strain your marital relationship, warns Dr Venkata Sujatha Vellanki, regional medical head and fertility specialist at Oasis Fertility.

Chennai GM: Keymer holds Erigaisi, stays in lead

Chennai GM: Keymer holds Erigaisi, stays in lead

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Vincent Keymer, Arjun Erigaisi play out draw, Awonder beats Pranav in wonderkid clash

Why Kiara, Tejasswi, Donal Adore This Trend

Why Kiara, Tejasswi, Donal Adore This Trend

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Whether it's florals, pleats or bold solids, these breezy dresses are redefining casual glam.

Ex-selector backs Bumrah: 'Physios, not fans, decide workload'

Ex-selector backs Bumrah: 'Physios, not fans, decide workload'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

The injury-prone Bumrah played the first, third and fourth Tests in the Anderson-Tendulkar five-match series, skipping two matches with Mohammed Siraj leading the pace-bowling attack.

Agni Chopra's dream run continues: Will he make it to the IPL?

Agni Chopra's dream run continues: Will he make it to the IPL?

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

Agni Chopra domination of bowlers, which has seen his average touching Bradmanesque-levels, has come in the Plate League so far, and Agni nourishes the dream of getting into Elite League with Mizoram.

Up Close, With Huma

Up Close, With Huma

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Raveena wins an award... Karishma takes a walk...Tisca is on the sets of Bhay...

THIS Indian cricketer can excel in my field: Neeraj

THIS Indian cricketer can excel in my field: Neeraj

Rediff.com28 Jun 2025

Ace javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, widely admired for his humility and poise, on Saturday acknowledged the greatness of India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, who he believes can be a javelin throw star.

'Neeraj Chopra will throw 93m in one or two years'

'Neeraj Chopra will throw 93m in one or two years'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Jhajharia, himself a para-javelin throw legend with double Paralympics gold in F46 category, said when Chopra breaks the barrier of 90m, he will do it by a big margin, going past the elusive mark by 3 to 4 metres.

With NC Classic on hold, Neeraj to attend Polish event

With NC Classic on hold, Neeraj to attend Polish event

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Neeraj Chopra to compete in event in Poland on May 23