News for 'Commonwealth Games'

Kujur Claims 100m and 200m Titles at Indian Athletics Series

Kujur Claims 100m and 200m Titles at Indian Athletics Series

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Animesh Kujur of Odisha emerged as the star of the Indian Athletics Series, winning both the 100m and 200m races. Tajinderpal Singh Toor won the shot put, and Hima Das returned to the track after a two-year absence.

Commonwealth Games 2022: Medals Table

Commonwealth Games 2022: Medals Table

Rediff.com8 Aug 2022

The medals table of the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.

Vinesh Phogat Alleges Conspiracy, Vows To Fight WFI

Vinesh Phogat Alleges Conspiracy, Vows To Fight WFI

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Vinesh Phogat has alleged that the Wrestling Federation of India wants her to quit wrestling, but she refuses to give in. She insists she is eligible to compete and questions the WFI's actions against her.

Glasgow will host 2014 Commonwealth Games

Glasgow will host 2014 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com9 Nov 2007

Glasgow and Nigeria's Abuja were the only candidates left to host the 20th edition of the quadrennial event.

'Tiger' mascot for Delhi Commonwealth Games

'Tiger' mascot for Delhi Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com7 Feb 2005

Lawn bowls, netball and rugby sevens are three of the five obligatory sports that Delhi will have to include in the 2010 Games.

Jolt to Asaram ashram as HC rejects plea over land acquisition

Jolt to Asaram ashram as HC rejects plea over land acquisition

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

The Gujarat High Court dismissed a plea by Asaram's ashram in Ahmedabad, allowing the government to acquire land for sports infrastructure development ahead of the Commonwealth Games 2030.

Commonwealth Games: Salvaging national honour

Commonwealth Games: Salvaging national honour

Rediff.com23 Sep 2010

'A disastrous failure of the Games would not be just a failure of an incompetent India. It would be the failure of an emerging India and the damaging of its image as a democratic nation worthy of emulation.'

Top stars face tough road to Glasgow CWG

Top stars face tough road to Glasgow CWG

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

The National Senior Federation Competition scheduled to be held in Ranchi from May 22 to 25 will serve as the final selection event for the country's track and field athletes for the Glasgow Commonwealth Games starting July 23.

India withdraws boycott calls for 2022 Commonwealth Games

India withdraws boycott calls for 2022 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

The Indian Olympic Association on Monday said it will bid for either the 2026 or 2030 Commonwealth Games while also agreeing to withdraw its boycott call for the 2022 Birmingham edition over shooting's exclusion. The country hosted the 2010 edition in New Delhi.

Fiji to appeal Commonwealth Games ban

Fiji to appeal Commonwealth Games ban

Rediff.com1 Dec 2009

Fiji will lodge an appeal against their exclusion from the 2010 Commonwealth Games with the Court of Arbitration for Sport. Athletes from the Pacific Island nation have been banned from competing at next year's Games in India after Commonwealth leaders, meeting in Trinidad and Tobago, upheld an earlier decision to exlude Fiji. The Commonwealth suspended Fiji in September after the nation failed to meet a deadline for opening talks on a return to democracy.

Britain's Queen Elizabeth not due to attend Commonwealth Games in Birmingham

Britain's Queen Elizabeth not due to attend Commonwealth Games in Birmingham

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

Charles will be accompanied by his wife, Camilla, to represent the queen at the July 28 opening ceremony of the multi-sport event, the palace added.

Minakshi, Jaismine, Vishvanath Shine As 8 Indian Boxers Enter Final

Minakshi, Jaismine, Vishvanath Shine As 8 Indian Boxers Enter Final

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Indian boxers, including world champions Jaismine Lamboria and Meenakshi Hooda, have secured eight spots in the finals of the Asian Boxing Championships, showcasing India's strength in the sport.

India impress Commonwealth Games Federation

India impress Commonwealth Games Federation

Rediff.com12 Mar 2006

'It was a great response. We have our responsibilities in place, 'said IOA president Suresh Kalmadi after his presentation.

Commonwealth Games images: Day 3

Commonwealth Games images: Day 3

Rediff.com6 Oct 2010

Images from Day 3 of the 2010 Delhi Commonwealth Games.

Animesh Kujur Targets 10-Second Barrier In 100m

Animesh Kujur Targets 10-Second Barrier In 100m

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Indian sprinter Animesh Kujur is aiming to break the 10-second barrier in the 100m this season after changing his starting block following a false start at the National Indoor Championships.

Why India may boycott 2022 Commonwealth Games

Why India may boycott 2022 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com27 Jul 2019

The Indian Olympic Association proposed boycott of the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games for dropping shooting from the roster.

Commonwealth Games: Protecting Delhi's Metro

Commonwealth Games: Protecting Delhi's Metro

Rediff.com23 Aug 2010

'The vulnerability of the Delhi Metro, with over 125 kms of tracks and 107 stations, 17 of them underground, comes from its easy access, enclosed and restricted space and massive movement of people on any given day.'

Commonwealth Games images: Day 9

Commonwealth Games images: Day 9

Rediff.com13 Oct 2010

Images from Day 9 of the 2010 Delhi Commonwealth Games.

Commonwealth Games images: Day 7

Commonwealth Games images: Day 7

Rediff.com10 Oct 2010

Images from Day 7 of the 2010 Delhi Commonwealth Games.

Commonwealth Games images: Day 1

Commonwealth Games images: Day 1

Rediff.com4 Oct 2010

Images from Day 1 of the 2010 Delhi Commonwealth Games.

'Delhi will deliver a safe Commonwealth Games'

'Delhi will deliver a safe Commonwealth Games'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2010

Athletes should not be apprehensive about security at the Commonwealth Games in October despite concerns raised by Australia, the head of the Games organising federation said on Friday.

Baljit eyeing Commonwealth Games return

Baljit eyeing Commonwealth Games return

Rediff.com22 Oct 2009

He was India's first-choice hockey goalkeeper before a freak eye injury jeopardised his career, but a determined Baljit Singh is in no mood to give up and is eyeing next year's Commonwealth Games in New Delhi to stage his comeback in the national team.

Scandals, filth give Commonwealth Games sinking feeling

Scandals, filth give Commonwealth Games sinking feeling

Rediff.com22 Sep 2010

It was meant to be emerging India's showcase event for the world -- the coming out party the Olympics had been for Beijing. But preparations for next month's Commonwealth Games are down to the wire and the event risks descending into farce.

Canada passes the Commonwealth Games baton

Canada passes the Commonwealth Games baton

Rediff.com19 Apr 2010

Canada's sporting legends and upcoming prospects were in attendance when this year's Commonwealth Games' Queen's Baton arrived in Toronto last week.

Gold Coast to host 2018 Commonwealth Games

Gold Coast to host 2018 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com12 Nov 2011

Australia's Gold Coast has been chosen to host the 2018 Commonwealth Games, the event's governing body said in St Kitts and Nevis on Friday. The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) opted for Gold Coast by a 43-27 margin over its only rival, the Sri Lankan city of Hambantota.

Cricket could return to Commonwealth Games in 2022

Cricket could return to Commonwealth Games in 2022

Rediff.com25 Apr 2017

Cricket could once again return to the Commonwealth Games fold after nearly 24 years if Birmingham goes on to win the bid to host the 2022 edition.

Images: India shining at Commonwealth Games opening

Images: India shining at Commonwealth Games opening

Rediff.com3 Oct 2010

Amidst fireworks and dazzling lights, the Prince of Wales and India's President Pratibha Patil declared the Commonwealth Games open. A capacity crowd at the J N stadium welcomed the participating nations.

Ailing Rice pulls out of Commonwealth Games

Ailing Rice pulls out of Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com20 Aug 2010

Triple Olympic gold medallist Stephanie Rice has pulled out of this year's Commonwealth Games to have shoulder surgery in the hope of being fit enough to compete at the 2012 London Games.

Exclusive: Shyam Benegal on the Commonwealth Games

Exclusive: Shyam Benegal on the Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com11 Oct 2010

Exclusive! Decision-making in the government is a painful affair, legendary film director Shyam Benegal, one of the masterminds behind last week's impressive Commonwealth Games opening ceremony, tells Rediff.com's Patcy N.

Gujarat govt allocates Rs 1,331 Cr to make Ahmedabad 'Olympic-ready'

Gujarat govt allocates Rs 1,331 Cr to make Ahmedabad 'Olympic-ready'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

The Gujarat government has announced a significant investment in sports infrastructure, with the goal of transforming the state into a sports hub and positioning Ahmedabad as a potential host city for the 2036 Olympic Games.

Gagan Narang to participate at Commonwealth Games

Gagan Narang to participate at Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com18 Aug 2010

Moved by the overwhelming support of his fans, Indian ace shooter Gagan Narang said he has got back his motivation and would participate in the October 3-14 Commonwealth Games.

Commonwealth Games Village: From 'filthy' to 'swanky'

Commonwealth Games Village: From 'filthy' to 'swanky'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2010

Around ten days back the Commonwealth Games Village was described as 'filthy' and 'uninhabitable'. Now, it seems every athlete is falling in love with the place.

Facebook data concern at Commonwealth Games

Facebook data concern at Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com22 Mar 2018

According to AFP, the local Gold Coast council is offering a service up to 10 times normal speed after laying new fibre cables to coincide with the multi-sport event next month, which is contested between nations that are members of the Commonwealth.

Indian Hockey Teams Focus On Physical And Mental Fortitude

Indian Hockey Teams Focus On Physical And Mental Fortitude

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Indian junior women's hockey coach Tim White emphasises the need for physical improvement to match international standards, while senior team coach Sjoerd Marijne highlights the importance of mental resilience and finishing skills.

No security guidelines for 2010 Commonwealth Games

No security guidelines for 2010 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com9 Dec 2008

'There are no formal guidelines for security. The Commonwealth Games Federation, London, oversees the preparations. The idea is to ensure that the games go on smoothly. It should not be a fortress,' says A Vasudevan, additional director general, Commonwealth Games Organising Committee.

Government sanctions 828 cr for Commonwealth Games

Government sanctions 828 cr for Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com15 Oct 2009

With the aim of speeding up the 2010 Commonwealth Games projects, the Indian Government on Thursday approved about Rs 828 crores funding for Delhi Development Authority (DDA). The DDA has been entrusted with the development of Games Village, competition venues for badminton, squash, table tennis and archery.

Commonwealth Games tickets launch on August 25

Commonwealth Games tickets launch on August 25

Rediff.com20 Aug 2010

The 2010 Commonwealth Games tickets will be finally available in retail outlets across Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) from Wednesday.

Teen sensation Gout makes sprint history

Teen sensation Gout makes sprint history

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Australian sprinter Gout Gout made history at the Australian Athletics Championships in Sydney, becoming the first Australian to break the 20-second barrier in the 200 metres with a time of 19.67 seconds.