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How a Social Media Post Led Payal Nag to Para Archery Glory

How a Social Media Post Led Payal Nag to Para Archery Glory

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Teenage quadruple amputee para archer Payal Nag wins gold at the World Para Archery Series in Bangkok, overcoming social stigma and defeating her idol Sheetal Devi.

Abhimanyou Mandwal Sets Sights On 2028 Olympics

Abhimanyou Mandwal Sets Sights On 2028 Olympics

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Indian wrestler Abhimanyou Mandwal discusses his mental strength, recent successes, and ambitions for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, including a shift to the 74kg category.

Kiran Pisda: From National Team Full-Back To Goalkeeper At Khelo India Tribal Games

Kiran Pisda: From National Team Full-Back To Goalkeeper At Khelo India Tribal Games

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Kiran Pisda, an Indian footballer with international experience, showcased her versatility by playing as a goalkeeper for Chhattisgarh in the Khelo India Tribal Games.

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.'

Meet Atiqa Mir: India's 11-Year-Old F1 Hope

Meet Atiqa Mir: India's 11-Year-Old F1 Hope

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Eleven-year-old Atiqa Mir is exceeding expectations in her first year of karting in Europe, competing in the 12-14 age category and holding her own against older, male competitors.

From Vicky Donor to Andhadhun: 10 Best Ayushmann Khurrana Movies, Ranked

From Vicky Donor to Andhadhun: 10 Best Ayushmann Khurrana Movies, Ranked

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Ayushmann Khurrana, known for consistently breaking conventions with his choice of roles and projects since his 2012 debut in 'Vicky Donor', is gearing up for his new release 'Pati Patni Aur Woh Do'. Ahead of its release, a list ranks his top 10 standout films, highlighting his unique contributions to Indian cinema.

F1: Kimi Antonelli Breaks Hamilton Record, Targets Consistency

F1: Kimi Antonelli Breaks Hamilton Record, Targets Consistency

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Kimi Antonelli becomes Formula One's youngest championship leader after Japanese GP win, breaking Lewis Hamilton's record and extending his dream start.

Premier League 2015-16 champions Leicester City relegated to third division

Premier League 2015-16 champions Leicester City relegated to third division

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Leicester City were relegated to the third tier of English soccer on Tuesday, a decade on from their astonishing run to the Premier League title, while Coventry City made sure they will go up to the top flight as champions.

At 11, Verstappen fan Atiqa Mir dares to dream of F1

At 11, Verstappen fan Atiqa Mir dares to dream of F1

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

'Atiqa's rise through the karting ranks has unfolded on grids where she is often one of the only girls competing against a bunch of "bullying" boys, and she doesn't shy away from bullying them back.'

Ryan Williams Describes 'Blurry' Moment After Scoring on India Debut

Ryan Williams Describes 'Blurry' Moment After Scoring on India Debut

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Australian-born striker Ryan Williams describes his emotions after scoring on his India debut in an Asian Cup qualifying match against Hong Kong.

'1983 inspired dreams, 2025 has rewritten them'

'1983 inspired dreams, 2025 has rewritten them'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

Indian batting icon Virat Kohli hailed the national women's team for the first-ever ICC Women's World Cup win, saying that they deserve all the applause for their historic feat, which saw "years of hard work come to life finally".

Rohan Bopanna Highlights Need for Tennis Structure Amidst Emerging Talent

Rohan Bopanna Highlights Need for Tennis Structure Amidst Emerging Talent

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Rohan Bopanna emphasises the need for a structured approach to developing tennis in India, while Joshna Chinnappa expresses excitement about squash's Olympic debut and the growth of Indian squash talent.

'Whole World Is Waiting To Watch Ramayana'

'Whole World Is Waiting To Watch Ramayana'

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Actor Aadinath Kothare, set to appear as Bharat in Nitesh Tiwari's highly anticipated Ramayana, believes the film is a game-changer for Indian cinema on the global stage.

How astrologer dad shaped Vaishnavi's cricket dream

How astrologer dad shaped Vaishnavi's cricket dream

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Long before Vaishnavi Sharma picked up a cricket ball, she says her future as a cricketer was known to her astrologer father, Narendra Sharma.

Great Mothers Who Shaped Famous Indians

Great Mothers Who Shaped Famous Indians

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Who were the mothers who shaped Mahatma Gandhi, Sachin Tendulkar, Narendra Modi and other well-known Indians?

EPL PIX: Arsenal smash Fulham, go 6 points clear

EPL PIX: Arsenal smash Fulham, go 6 points clear

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Arsenal moved to the top of the Premier League with a comfortable 3-0 win over Fulham on Saturday, extending their lead in the title race.

BCCI confirm: Discontinuing relationship with Dream 11

BCCI confirm: Discontinuing relationship with Dream 11

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

In 2023, the BCCI announced a deal with Dream11 as the lead sponsor for Team India. Dream11 replaced Byju's, whose contract ended in March that year, and had signed the agreement with BCCI for a period of three years.

Visionary & long overdue: PT Usha hails sports bill

Visionary & long overdue: PT Usha hails sports bill

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Sports Bill will end stagnation; bring in transparency: PT Usha in Rajya Sabha

Nervy Arsenal go back to top of Premier League as Eze seals vital win over Newcastle

Nervy Arsenal go back to top of Premier League as Eze seals vital win over Newcastle

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Nervy Arsenal go back to top of Premier League as Eze seals viNervy Arsenal go back to top of Premier League as Eze seals vital win over Newcastletal win over Newcastle

'Leave this role with deep pride': Abhinav Bindra's IOC tenure ends

'Leave this role with deep pride': Abhinav Bindra's IOC tenure ends

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Abhinav Bindra, India's first individual Olympic gold medallist, concluded his eight-year tenure as vice chair of the International Olympic Committee's Athletes' Commission.

'My Dream Is To Keep Our Flag Flying High'

'My Dream Is To Keep Our Flag Flying High'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

'It's a dream that I have achieved.'

Upset alert: Svitolina ends Gauff's Australian Open dream

Upset alert: Svitolina ends Gauff's Australian Open dream

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Coco Gauff's bid for a third Grand Slam title went up in smoke at the Australian Open quarter-finals with a 6-1, 6-2 defeat by Ukrainian Elina Svitolina on Tuesday, after the third seed enduring a nightmare on serve.

Mammootty: The Superstar Who Turned Flaws Into Firepower

Mammootty: The Superstar Who Turned Flaws Into Firepower

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Mammootty's greatness lies not in hiding his flaws, but in turning them into his most powerful acting tools, observes Sreehari Nair.

Suryakumar Yadav on T20 Captaincy Success: 'Achieving What I Couldn't in Academics'

Suryakumar Yadav on T20 Captaincy Success: 'Achieving What I Couldn't in Academics'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Suryakumar Yadav reflects on his successful stint as T20 captain, joking about achieving an 80% win rate, a feat he couldn't manage in academics. He acknowledges his family's support for his cricketing ambitions despite his lack of interest in studies.

Krishna Jayasankar Targets National Outdoor Shot Put Record After Indoor Success

Krishna Jayasankar Targets National Outdoor Shot Put Record After Indoor Success

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Indian shot putter Krishna Jayasankar is aiming to break the national outdoor record after setting a national indoor record in the USA. She is training to qualify for the Commonwealth and Asian Games.

Gurjant Singh announces retirement from international hockey

Gurjant Singh announces retirement from international hockey

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Two-time Olympic medallist Gurjant Singh has retired from international hockey after a successful career, citing a back injury and the desire to give younger players a chance.

Aarit Kapil, 10, youngest Indian to hold an IM norm

Aarit Kapil, 10, youngest Indian to hold an IM norm

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Delhi's Aarit Kapil, a 10-year-old chess player, has become the youngest Indian to achieve an International Master norm after a strong performance at a tournament in Spain.

Real Sociedad beat Atletico Madrid on penalties to win Copa del Rey

Real Sociedad beat Atletico Madrid on penalties to win Copa del Rey

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Real Sociedad defeated Atletico Madrid in a penalty shootout to win the Copa del Rey, marking their fourth title in the competition after a thrilling 2-2 draw.

Karandeep Kochhar Finishes Strong at International Series Japan

Karandeep Kochhar Finishes Strong at International Series Japan

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

India's Karandeep Kochhar finished fifth at the International Series Japan after a strong final round, while Australia's Travis Smyth won the tournament with a dramatic eagle on the last hole.

'Blatant lies!': Bangladesh coach slams ex-adviser over T20 World Cup exclusion

'Blatant lies!': Bangladesh coach slams ex-adviser over T20 World Cup exclusion

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

Bangladesh assistant coach Mohammad Salahuddin criticizes former sports adviser Asif Nazrul for allegedly misrepresenting facts regarding the national team's exclusion from the T20 World Cup, stating that players were devastated by the decision.

Candidates Chess: R Vaishali Loses To Jiner Zhu; Sindarov Set For Title

Candidates Chess: R Vaishali Loses To Jiner Zhu; Sindarov Set For Title

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Indian Grandmaster R Vaishali's loss to China's Jiner Zhu has thrown the FIDE Women's Candidates tournament wide open.

OTT Full On Entertainment This Week

OTT Full On Entertainment This Week

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Unrequited love, underdog triumph, catch all that and more on OTT this week.

Amit Shah assures to resolve Gorkha issue without dividing Bengal

Amit Shah assures to resolve Gorkha issue without dividing Bengal

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed poll rallies in West Bengal, promising to resolve the Gorkha issue constitutionally and offering a development package for north Bengal if the BJP is voted to power.

Indian Grandmaster Vaishali Loses Ground in Candidates Tournament

Indian Grandmaster Vaishali Loses Ground in Candidates Tournament

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Indian Grandmaster R Vaishali's loss to China's Jiner Zhu has thrown the Women's Candidates Tournament wide open, while Javokhir Sindarov is closing in on a dominant victory in the open section.

MMA icon Ronda Rousey makes epic comeback

MMA icon Ronda Rousey makes epic comeback

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Former UFC champion Ronda Rousey will return to MMA after a decade-long hiatus to fight Gina Carano in a highly anticipated match streamed on Netflix.

Monte Carlo Masters: Alcaraz routs Vacherot, sets up blockbuster Sinner final

Monte Carlo Masters: Alcaraz routs Vacherot, sets up blockbuster Sinner final

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Valentin Vacherot to reach the Monte Carlo Masters final, where he will face Jannik Sinner, who defeated Alexander Zverev. The world number one ranking is on the line.

AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup: India's Quarter-Final Hopes Rest on Victory Against Chinese Taipei

AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup: India's Quarter-Final Hopes Rest on Victory Against Chinese Taipei

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

India U20 Women's team must win against Chinese Taipei to keep their hopes alive for reaching the quarter-finals of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup.

India U20 Women Face Chinese Taipei in Crucial Asian Cup Clash

India U20 Women Face Chinese Taipei in Crucial Asian Cup Clash

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

India's U20 women's team must defeat Chinese Taipei in their final Group C match to keep their hopes alive of reaching the quarter-finals of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup.

Ryan Williams Debut Goal Leads India to Victory Over Hong Kong

Ryan Williams Debut Goal Leads India to Victory Over Hong Kong

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Ryan Williams scored on his India debut as the home side defeated Hong Kong 2-1 in an Asian Cup qualifying match. Akash Mishra added another goal for India, while Everton Camargo scored for Hong Kong.

New Sports Bill: Many Positives, Some Concerns!

New Sports Bill: Many Positives, Some Concerns!

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

As the National Sports Governance Bill is set to become a law, the country's national federations and Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President P T Usha on Tuesday welcomed the landmark policy, calling it a step in the right direction as India gears up to bid for the 2036 Olympics.