News for 'Doha'

Historic! Pankaj Advani wins 20th billiards World title

Historic! Pankaj Advani wins 20th billiards World title

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

Pankaj Advani clinched a historic 28th World title, his seventh in a row, after outclassing England's Robert Hall 4-2 in the final.

Pankaj Advani storms to Singapore Open billiards title

Pankaj Advani storms to Singapore Open billiards title

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

Pankaj Advani won the coveted Songhe Singapore Open title with a 5-1 win over local favourite Jaden Ong.

India wasn't taken into confidence in Doha deal: Jaishankar

India wasn't taken into confidence in Doha deal: Jaishankar

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

At the same time, Jaishankar said India and the US are on the same page on many issues relating to the recent developments in Afghanistan including apprehensions about the possible use of Afghan soil for terrorism.

Toney rescues Al-Ahli; Ronaldo brace for Al-Nassr

Toney rescues Al-Ahli; Ronaldo brace for Al-Nassr

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

Ivan Toney came off the bench to score twice and earn Al-Ahli a 2-1 win over Al-Ain on Monday that moves the Saudi side into the knockout rounds of the Asian Champions League Elite and leaves the defending champions in danger of missing out on the last 16.

Doha to host 2030 Asian Games, Riyadh gets 2034 rights

Doha to host 2030 Asian Games, Riyadh gets 2034 rights

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

In an attempt to prevent a diplomatic dispute, Sheikh Ahmad said on Tuesday he was looking to avoid a vote by persuading one city to hold the 2030 Games while the other staged the following edition in 2034.

What is Aishwarya doing in Doha?

What is Aishwarya doing in Doha?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

Aishwarya turns to Manish Malhotra for her appearance in Qatar.

Shooter Maskar falls just short of gold in World Cup

Shooter Maskar falls just short of gold in World Cup

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Sonam Uttam Maskar clinched the silver medal in the Women's 10m Air Rifle event at the ISSF World Cup Final 2024 in Delhi on Tuesday.

Prophet remark: Qatar, Kuwait summon Indian envoys amid Naidu' Doha visit

Prophet remark: Qatar, Kuwait summon Indian envoys amid Naidu' Doha visit

Rediff.com5 Jun 2022

The spokesperson said that Indian ambassador to Qatar Deepak Mittal had a meeting in the foreign office in which concerns were raised with regard to some offensive tweets by individuals in India denigrating the religious personality.

'Why should a top sportsperson apply?'

'Why should a top sportsperson apply?'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Jaspal Rana questions Sports Ministry, NRAI for ignoring Manu's credentials for Khel Ratna

India officially talks to Taliban in Doha, raises terrorism concern

India officially talks to Taliban in Doha, raises terrorism concern

Rediff.com31 Aug 2021

"Ambassador Mittal raised India's concern that Afghanistan's soil should not be used for anti-Indian activities and terrorism in any manner," it added.

We Won't See These Guys in Doha

We Won't See These Guys in Doha

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

Players who have been ruled out or are doubtful for the 2022 World Cup.

Understand Russian feeling; will acquire Canada: Trump's big remarks

Understand Russian feeling; will acquire Canada: Trump's big remarks

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

United States President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday said that he understands the Russian feeling with NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organisation) being on their doorstep.

Syrian Prez Assad flees as rebels enter Damascus

Syrian Prez Assad flees as rebels enter Damascus

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

The head of Syria's main opposition group abroad Hadi al-Bahra Syrian said that Damascus is now "without Bashar al-Assad" according to Reuters.

McLaren v Ferrari is F1's big fight now

McLaren v Ferrari is F1's big fight now

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

McLaren could clinch their first constructors' crown since 1998 on Sunday if they outscore Ferrari by 21 points at the Qatar F1 Grand Prix.

Chilled athletes embrace strategies to beat Paris heat

Chilled athletes embrace strategies to beat Paris heat

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

While most of his rivals prepared for the 50 kilometre race walk at the 2019 Doha world championships by warming up in full track suits in the 32 degrees Celsius heat, Evan Dunfee did the polar opposite.

Olympic quotas far fetched after trap shooters disappoint

Olympic quotas far fetched after trap shooters disappoint

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

In women's trap, Manisha Keer is the best placed Indian in the 38th spot.

Federer 'pumped up' for return in Doha

Federer 'pumped up' for return in Doha

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

The 20-time Grand Slam champion has not played a tournament since his Australian Open semi-final exit against Novak Djokovic last year, undergoing two knee surgeries since.

Recipe: Praveen's Pumpkin Soup With Parmesan Foam

Recipe: Praveen's Pumpkin Soup With Parmesan Foam

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

November is the start of the soup season in India. A bowl of garam garam soup is the just the way to kick off an evening.

Osaka in crisis! Splits with coach as ranking drops

Osaka in crisis! Splits with coach as ranking drops

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

Naomi Osaka has parted ways with coach Wim Fissette after four years together across two stints, the 26-year-old announced late on Friday.

Sable disappoints in Diamond League 3000m steeplechase

Sable disappoints in Diamond League 3000m steeplechase

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

Kenya's Amos Serem won the race in 8:06.90 seconds, while Morrocos's Soufiane El Bakkali (8:08.60s) and Kenya's Amin Jhinaoui Mohammed (8:09.68s) were second and third respectively.

Let's not talk about the throw, it was not up to it: Neeraj Chopra

Let's not talk about the throw, it was not up to it: Neeraj Chopra

Rediff.com16 May 2024

Neeraj Chopra won again, but not in the manner he would have liked to, and he had no qualms in admitting it.

Neeraj all set to defend Olympic crown

Neeraj all set to defend Olympic crown

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

He has competed in just three events this year but the 26-year-old world champion is back in full flow in a season where none of his global competitors have done exceptionally well.

Indian airlines take detour to Doha

Indian airlines take detour to Doha

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

Flights from Mumbai and Kerala will also have to transit through these routes due to restrictions

'A tale of two talents': Rana and Bhaker's partnership

'A tale of two talents': Rana and Bhaker's partnership

Rediff.com28 Jul 2024

Jaspal Rana's obsession with shooting behind Manu's Olympic success

Hamas chief killed by Israel's short range projectile: Iran

Hamas chief killed by Israel's short range projectile: Iran

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

The statement by IRGC which was televised on the country's state media, came, three days after Haniyeh was killed at his accommodation in northern Tehran following his attendance at the inaugural ceremony of Iran's new president Masoud Pezeshkian.

Sable joins Chopra in Diamond League finale in Brussels

Sable joins Chopra in Diamond League finale in Brussels

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

The season finale will be a two-day affair on September 13 and 14. The men's 3000m steeplechase is scheduled for September 13 while the men's javelin throw event will he held the next day.

Neeraj to compete in India for first time in three years

Neeraj to compete in India for first time in three years

Rediff.com8 May 2024

Olympic and world champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra will compete at home for the first time in three years after confirming participation in the National Federation Cup to be held in Bhubaneswar from May 12 to 15.

India's FIFA WC dream: Gurpreet steps up as captain

India's FIFA WC dream: Gurpreet steps up as captain

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

Gurpreet named India captain for World Cup qualifying match against Qatar

Not retiring yet, says TT legend Sharath Kamal

Not retiring yet, says TT legend Sharath Kamal

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

'For the next nine months to one year I would still be an active player.'

Neeraj Chopra set to resume Olympic build-up in Finland

Neeraj Chopra set to resume Olympic build-up in Finland

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Neeraj Chopra will return to competitive action at the Paavo Nurmi Games in Turku, Finland, on Tuesday against a stellar field.

Sreeshankar undergoes knee surgery

Sreeshankar undergoes knee surgery

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

Star Indian long jumper Murali Sreeshankar has undergone a surgery on his injured knee that ruled him out of the Paris Olympics in July-August.

Doha's 'gateway' to nowhere

Doha's 'gateway' to nowhere

Rediff.com19 Dec 2012

India has completely failed to uphold its key interests at climate talks, which have fallen short of their 20-year mission.

Neeraj Chopra clarifies: Not injured, withdrawal a precautionary move

Neeraj Chopra clarifies: Not injured, withdrawal a precautionary move

Rediff.com26 May 2024

Olympic champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on Sunday clarified that he is not injured but has pulled out of the Ostrava Golden Spike meet in Czech Republic on May 28 as a precautionary measure after he felt "something" on his adductor muscles during a recent training session.

SEE: Neeraj Chopra Receives Royal Welcome in Haryana

SEE: Neeraj Chopra Receives Royal Welcome in Haryana

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

Having secured second place in the Diamond League at Brussels despite an injury, Chopra was honored with a grand reception by the Sports University of Haryana in Sonipat on Friday.

Doha: if not now, when?

Doha: if not now, when?

Rediff.com10 Dec 2012

At the Doha climate change conference, the world agreed to strengthen the framework for future action.

Neeraj won the silver at Diamond League Finale with fractured hand

Neeraj won the silver at Diamond League Finale with fractured hand

Rediff.com15 Sep 2024

'I want to thank all of you for your encouragement. 2024 has made me a better athlete and person. See you in 2025.'

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.

All about US champion Aryna Sabalenka

All about US champion Aryna Sabalenka

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

Aryna Sabalenka claimed her third Grand Slam title after winning the Australian Open twice.

Ayatollah Khamenei Prays For Hamas Leader

Ayatollah Khamenei Prays For Hamas Leader

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's supreme leader, led the prayers at assassinated Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh's funeral in Tehran, on August 1, 2024, a rare honour for someone who is not Iranian.

World Athletics: Where are the spectators in Doha?

World Athletics: Where are the spectators in Doha?

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

According to AFP, although Doha hosts a Diamond League meeting, athletics has no real roots in Qatar and the decision to take the World Championships to the Gulf raised eyebrows.