News for 'Commonwealth Games Federation'

Seema Punia books ticket to Tokyo Games

Seema Punia books ticket to Tokyo Games

Rediff.com30 Jun 2021

She threw a distance of 63.72m in the women's discus throw at the National Inter-State #Athletics Championship to punch her ticket to the Games.

Fennell defends Hooper, says he never blamed govt

Fennell defends Hooper, says he never blamed govt

Rediff.com27 Sep 2010

Commonwealth Games Federation boss Mike Fennell on Monday backed his colleague Mike Hooper, saying he neither blamed the Indian government for Delhi's under-preparedness nor made any disparaging comments about Indians.

A lot of work still pending, says CGF president

A lot of work still pending, says CGF president

Rediff.com12 Mar 2010

Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) president Michael Fennell is concerned about the pace of work at three Games' facilities but is largely satisfied with the capital's preparedness for the October 3-14 mega event.

PIX: Army felicitates CWG medal winners

PIX: Army felicitates CWG medal winners

Rediff.com18 Apr 2018

Gold medal-winning javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra was the undisputed star as the Indian track and field team returned from the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games to a warm reception in New Delhi.

Nikhat signs off with bronze; Parveen seals Olympic berth

Nikhat signs off with bronze; Parveen seals Olympic berth

Rediff.com1 Oct 2023

In women's events, the semi-finalists in the 50kg, 54kg, 57kg, and 60kg as well as the finalists in the 66kg and 75kg will qualify for the Paris Olympics.

Reliance joins India's Olympic body as principal partner

Reliance joins India's Olympic body as principal partner

Rediff.com28 Jul 2022

Mukesh Ambani, will become the IOA's principal partner and help the country's sports federations

'Hooper misbehaved with staff'

'Hooper misbehaved with staff'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2009

Determined to get rid of Commonwealth Games Federation CEO Mike Hooper, the 2010 Games Organising Committee on Thursday alleged that the CGF official had misbehaved with an OC staff in July.

CWG chief impressed by India's progress

CWG chief impressed by India's progress

Rediff.com22 Jul 2009

After early setbacks, India is back on track to host a successful Commonwealth Games next October, but there is absolutely no margin to ease up on preparations, Games federation president Mike Fennell says.

Vijender loses appeal against 'unfair' penalty

Vijender loses appeal against 'unfair' penalty

Rediff.com12 Oct 2010

Indian boxer Vijender Singh's appeal over the 'unfair penalty points' awarded to his opponent during the semi-final bout was rejected by the Commonwealth Games Federation on Tuesday. The offiicals rejected India's protest over the four penalty points docked against world number one Vijender in his 75-kg middleweight semi-final defeat by Anthony Ogogo of England on Monday.

India withdraws from Birmingham CWG hockey; cites COVID concerns

India withdraws from Birmingham CWG hockey; cites COVID concerns

Rediff.com5 Oct 2021

Hockey India reasoned that there is only a 32-day window available between the Birmingham Games (July 28-August 8) and the Hangzhou Asian Games (September 10-25) and it can't risk sending its players to the UK which has been one of the worst affected countries by the coronavirus pandemic.

CWG champion Sanjita handed 4-year doping ban

CWG champion Sanjita handed 4-year doping ban

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

Sanjita Chanu had tested positive for an anabolic steroid during an in-competition testing at the National Games in Gujarat in September-October last year.

'IOA must seek Govt. nod for 2022 CWG boycott'

'IOA must seek Govt. nod for 2022 CWG boycott'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2019

Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju says the Indian Olympic Association cannot take a unilateral decision about pulling out of the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games following the omission of shooting from the event's roster.

CWG 2010 preparations behind schedule

CWG 2010 preparations behind schedule

Rediff.com15 May 2009

The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) is worried that a number of new venues for next year's multi-sports gathering in the Indian capital are falling behind schedule. Delays in construction have led to the cancellation of several international events that also serve as trail runs for venues being used at the October 2010 Games.

Meet the teen shooting star who beat Manu at ISSF WC

Meet the teen shooting star who beat Manu at ISSF WC

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

It was all thanks to a shooting range in their village Sasroli. The facility that was run by Kargil war veteran Anil Jakhar, was very close to their house and came as a blessing in disguise when Suruchi had to halt her Bhiwani sojourns due to the pandemic in 2020.

Nepotism affected Indian sport in the past: PM

Nepotism affected Indian sport in the past: PM

Rediff.com15 Aug 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said India has come a long way on the front of transparency in national selection of athletes and that has been key to country's success at the multi-sporting events.

Check out India's new kit for World Athletics Championships

Check out India's new kit for World Athletics Championships

Rediff.com27 Sep 2019

The kit would be worn by the national athletics team at all international events except for the Olympic Games, Commonwealth Games and the Asian Games.

Paddler claims innocence over rape charge, but CWG suspension likely

Paddler claims innocence over rape charge, but CWG suspension likely

Rediff.com22 Mar 2018

A complaint has been lodged at the Barasat women's police station in North 24 Parganas district in West Bengal, where the 24-year-old Arjuna awardee has been booked under the IPC sections for rape, criminal conspiracy, causing miscarriage without the woman's consent and cheating, the police said.

Anju clears 6.47m in Federation Cup

Anju clears 6.47m in Federation Cup

Rediff.com4 Mar 2006

She won the long jump gold medal at the 12th Federation Cup Athletics Championship on Friday.

Boxer's Olympic dream dashed by whereabouts failures

Boxer's Olympic dream dashed by whereabouts failures

Rediff.com17 May 2024

India likely to lose Olympic boxing quota as WADA suspends Parveen for three whereabout failures

'Delhi's CWG preparations aren't accurate but...'

'Delhi's CWG preparations aren't accurate but...'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2009

Mike Fennell, the President of the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF), has expressed satisfaction with the Indian government's assurances of support to ensure a successful holding of the event.

Why Sheila Dikshit was 'saddened' by CWG probe

Why Sheila Dikshit was 'saddened' by CWG probe

Rediff.com17 Feb 2018

'An event that should have made India proud was being perceived entirely as a money-making enterprise, resting on malpractices and without any benefits whatsoever for the Capital and its people.'

What's New for Indian Sports in This Year's Budget?

What's New for Indian Sports in This Year's Budget?

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

Sports budget raised by over Rs 350 crore, Khelo India gets biggest share

Lifter Achinta Sheuli caught entering women's hostel at night, expelled from national camp

Lifter Achinta Sheuli caught entering women's hostel at night, expelled from national camp

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

Commonwealth Games gold medallist weightlifter Achinta Sheuli has been expelled from the Paris Olympics preparatory camp after he was caught entering the women's hostel at night at NIS Patiala.

After World title, Nikhat targets Paris Olympics

After World title, Nikhat targets Paris Olympics

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

World champion Nikhat Zareen is keen to use the experience gained in the recently-concluded global event to qualify for the 2024 Olympics.

'Individuals focused on monetary gain': P T Usha hits back

'Individuals focused on monetary gain': P T Usha hits back

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

IOA president P T Usha on Sunday slammed the revolting executive council members, saying they 'seem more focused on self-serving power play and monetary gain'

India hope to shift spotlight on medals at humdrum CWG

India hope to shift spotlight on medals at humdrum CWG

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

Indian contingent would be aiming to make it all good with strong medal-winning performances when the acutely-low-on-buzz Commonwealth Games start

Boxing: National coach, team doctor move out of Games Village

Boxing: National coach, team doctor move out of Games Village

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

Make way for boxer Lovlina's personal coach.

CGF gives venue safety certification deadline

CGF gives venue safety certification deadline

Rediff.com8 Aug 2010

Commonwealth Games Federation has asked the CWG Organising Committee to furnish report from each of government agencies responsible for delivery of competition venues that they have secured certification from regulatory bodies on fire, health and safety of athletes by August 18, its CEO Mike Hooper said today.

Panel to probe Manika's 'fixing' claims against coach

Panel to probe Manika's 'fixing' claims against coach

Rediff.com11 Sep 2021

Janendra Jain and Parth Goswami are the two lawyers in the panel while Yashpal Rana is the other member.

Bedabrate bags bronze at World Youth Championships

Bedabrate bags bronze at World Youth Championships

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

The 15-year-old lifted a total of 267kg(119kg+148kg) to finish third.

TTFI recommends Manika Batra for Khel Ratna

TTFI recommends Manika Batra for Khel Ratna

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

Coaches Jayanta Pushilal and S Raman have been nominated for the Dronacharya honour.

Mahabharat's 'Bheem' Sobti made Indian sports history

Mahabharat's 'Bheem' Sobti made Indian sports history

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

Playing the character of Bheem in the blockbuster TV series Mahabharat made him a household name but much before that, Praveen Kumar Sobti was an athlete par excellence and remains India's first and only hammer throw medal winner at the Commonwealth Games.

IOA to follow 'No accreditation policy' for parents at Asian Games

IOA to follow 'No accreditation policy' for parents at Asian Games

Rediff.com2 Jun 2018

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

Will CWG failure be Manmohan Singh's legacy?

Will CWG failure be Manmohan Singh's legacy?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2010

From this point it really doesn't matter whether Sheila Dixit or Suresh Kalmadi retain their jobs or M S Gill and Jaipal Reddy must also bear equal responsibility. The damage has been done, says M K Bhadrakumar.

Chanu wins gold in Singapore, qualifies for CWG

Chanu wins gold in Singapore, qualifies for CWG

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

The 27-year-old has also qualified for the CWG in the 49kg weight category on the basis of her Commonwealth rankings.

CGF chief tells Delhi to get cracking

CGF chief tells Delhi to get cracking

Rediff.com7 Feb 2005

Michael Fennel said it is important that the IOA understands its responsibility of staging the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

Shorts: CGF boss to meet IOA officials over CWG boycott threat

Shorts: CGF boss to meet IOA officials over CWG boycott threat

Rediff.com8 Nov 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Friday

Fennel leaves satisfied

Fennel leaves satisfied

Rediff.com8 Feb 2005

The Commonwealth Games Federation president said preparations for the 2010 Games in Delhi are moving in the right direction.

Needle controversy: Doctor escapes with reprimand, India breathes easy at CWG

Needle controversy: Doctor escapes with reprimand, India breathes easy at CWG

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

In a massive reprieve to the Indian Commonwealth Games contingent, the doctor of the country's boxing team Amol Patil was on Tuesday let off with a reprimand in the syringe controversy as he was found guilty of not disposing needles safely after injecting vitamins to a fatigued boxer.

Jeremy to bulk up to 73kg, will fight Achinta Sheuli for Olympic qualification

Jeremy to bulk up to 73kg, will fight Achinta Sheuli for Olympic qualification

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

The two will now go head to head in a bid to seal qualification for the 2024 Olympics as only one lifter per country is allowed in a weight class.