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2 spying for Pak official at High Commission in Delhi held

2 spying for Pak official at High Commission in Delhi held

Rediff.com11 May 2025

In a significant breakthrough, the Malerkotla Police apprehended two individuals for alleged involvement in espionage activities linked to a Pakistani official posted at the High Commission in New Delhi, said Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) on Sunday.

Hai Junoon Review: Mindless Fluff

Hai Junoon Review: Mindless Fluff

Rediff.com16 May 2025

The plot goes pretty much as expected but the Hai Junoon team seem to have sat with a check list of issues that affect today's teenagers, and ticked the ones used in the show, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Lafangey Review: True To Life

Lafangey Review: True To Life

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

The three lead actors are excellent, giving their parts the various shades of joy, anger, despair and the emotional heft required to make their characters believable and likeable, observes Deepa Gahlot.

'Chopra's 90m is about redefining possibility in Indian sport'

'Chopra's 90m is about redefining possibility in Indian sport'

Rediff.com19 May 2025

'The monkey is off his back and he is now free to push his limits'.

Shooting legend Sunny Thomas passes away

Shooting legend Sunny Thomas passes away

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Former India shooting coach Sunny Thomas, who guided the Indian marksmen from 1993 to 2012 and witnessed multiple Olympic medals, died on Wednesday after suffering a cardiac arrest.

PKL: Haryana Steelers beat UP Yoddhas to secure final berth

PKL: Haryana Steelers beat UP Yoddhas to secure final berth

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

This is the second consecutive time Haryana Steelers have made the PKL final.

Gowda shines as UP Yoddhas beat Telugu Titans in PKL

Gowda shines as UP Yoddhas beat Telugu Titans in PKL

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

UP Yoddhas, who trailed at half-time, roared back in the second half to win the game. Gowda bagged 15 points while Bhavani Rajput added 6 more to the cause.

Mirabai Chanu joins PM Modi's war on obesity

Mirabai Chanu joins PM Modi's war on obesity

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Olympic medallists Manu Bhaker and Mirabai Chanu have joined Prime Minister Narendra Modi's initiative to combat obesity, emphasizing the importance of healthy lifestyle choices.

From bedridden to gold: Rahi's unbelievable return to shooting

From bedridden to gold: Rahi's unbelievable return to shooting

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Rahi opened up about her recent battle with neuropathic pain syndrome, a mysterious and excruciating condition that left her bedridden and stripped of any sense of normalcy for months.

'I'm blessed to have gotten the time to spend with him'

'I'm blessed to have gotten the time to spend with him'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Apart from his hard work and patience, Rahul credited his success to Abhishek Nayar, the former Indian cricketer and the Indian team's batting coach.

PKL: Tamil Thalaivas thrash UP Yoddhas

PKL: Tamil Thalaivas thrash UP Yoddhas

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

It seemed like UP Yoddhas were running away with the win, but Masanamuthu entered the fray and changed the complexion of the match.

'Why am I misunderstood every time I raise my voice?'

'Why am I misunderstood every time I raise my voice?'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

The Indian Olympic Association's athletes commission chairperson and boxing legend M C Mary Kom on Tuesday denied reports that she has resigned from her position.

Ministry revamps TOPS review, plans coach incentives

Ministry revamps TOPS review, plans coach incentives

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

The Mission Olympic Cell is also considering higher incentives for retired Olympians and world-class players who want to take up coaching, in an effort to retain top talent within India.

PKL: Pirates rally late, overcome Yoddhas in thriller

PKL: Pirates rally late, overcome Yoddhas in thriller

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

Patna Pirates made a remarkable comeback to beat UP Yoddhas 42-37 in a Pro Kabaddi League match in Hyderabad on Saturday.

PKL: League leaders UP Yoddhas trounce Gujarat Giants

PKL: League leaders UP Yoddhas trounce Gujarat Giants

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

The UP Yoddhas delivered a dominant performance to trounce Gujarat Giants 59-23 in their Pro-Kabaddi League in Pune on Thursday.

Amit Shah confirms: India ready to host 2036 Olympics

Amit Shah confirms: India ready to host 2036 Olympics

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Home Minister Amit Shah has asserted India's readiness to host the 2036 Olympics at the closing ceremony of the 38th National Games in Haldwani.

Lovlina, Thapa lead Assam's charge at National Games

Lovlina, Thapa lead Assam's charge at National Games

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain and six-time Asian champion Shiva Thapa secured impressive victories in their respective boxing bouts at the 38th National Games in Dehradun.

Rajput takes UP Yoddhas into semis of PKL Season 11

Rajput takes UP Yoddhas into semis of PKL Season 11

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

The eliminator 1 was a completely one-sided contest as Rajput (12 points) and Hitesh played starring roles with High-5.

PV Sindhu, Sharath Kamal gear up for Parade of Nations

PV Sindhu, Sharath Kamal gear up for Parade of Nations

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Flag-bearers PV Sindhu and Sharath Kamal will lead the 78-strong Indian contingent, representing 12 disciplines, on a historic journey down the Seine River.

'Virat's presence raises the profile of Ranji match'

'Virat's presence raises the profile of Ranji match'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Security beefed up for Kohli's Ranji comeback

Pro Kabbadi: Jaipur edge UP Yoddhas in dramatic finish

Pro Kabbadi: Jaipur edge UP Yoddhas in dramatic finish

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Neeraj Narwal and Arjun Deshwal shone bright as Jaipur Pink Panthers prevailed over the UP Yoddhas 33-30 in a tightly contested Pro Kabaddi League match in Hyderabad on Tuesday.

Sachin's record-breaking throw: India's next javelin star?

Sachin's record-breaking throw: India's next javelin star?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Javelin thrower Sachin Yadav of Uttar Pradesh, 18-year-old high jumper Pooja Singh of Haryana and long distance runner Sawan Barwal of Himachal Pradesh rewrote National Games records and won gold medals on the concluding day of athletics competition. Yadav sent his spear to a Games-record distance of 84.39m in his fifth attempt, while Pooja cleared 1.84m to defend the women's high jump gold. Barwal won the men's 5000m in a time of 13 minutes and 45.93 seconds, bettering the earlier Games record.

PKL: Jaipur Panthers knock out Tamil Thalaivas to keep playoff hopes alive

PKL: Jaipur Panthers knock out Tamil Thalaivas to keep playoff hopes alive

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

For the Thalaivas, a Super Tackle sent Arjun to the bench but the impressive start by the defenders did not last for too long.

More athletes, more medals: India's LA 2028 target

More athletes, more medals: India's LA 2028 target

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Increased participation should be our goal in new Olympic cycle: Chef de Mission Gagan Narang

Mamta Kulkarni takes sanyas, does own 'pind-daan'

Mamta Kulkarni takes sanyas, does own 'pind-daan'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

Actor Mamta Kulkarni has renounced the worldly life at the Maha Kumbh and will be consecrated as a Hindu nun under the Kinnar Akhara. She performed her own 'Pind Daan' and will be consecrated as 'mahamandaleshwar'.

Indian hockey team lands in Paris

Indian hockey team lands in Paris

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

Indian men's hockey team reaches Paris for Olympics 2024

Paralympics: Rubina wins 10m Air Pistol SH1 bronze

Paralympics: Rubina wins 10m Air Pistol SH1 bronze

Rediff.com1 Sep 2024

Rubina Francis won a bronze medal in the women's air pistol SH1 event final to continue the strong show from the country's shooters in the Paris Paralympics on Saturday.

Narang hails modern reforms in India's shooting scene

Narang hails modern reforms in India's shooting scene

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

Seasoned marksman Gagan Narang applauds the systematic selection process, government investment, and improved infrastructure for India's impressive haul of 15 shooting quota places for the Paris Olympics

Congratulate Manu Bhaker on winning Olympics Bronze

Congratulate Manu Bhaker on winning Olympics Bronze

Rediff.com28 Jul 2024

Manu Bhaker etched her name in the annals of Indian sports history on Sunday by clinching the bronze medal in the women's 10m air pistol event at the Paris Olympics.

Photos: Gagan Narang's moment of glory

Photos: Gagan Narang's moment of glory

Rediff.com30 Jul 2012

Ace marksman Gagan Narang on Monday opened India's account in the London Olympic Games by clinching the bronze medal in the men's 10m Air Rifle event in London.

Gagan Ajit in probables list

Gagan Ajit in probables list

Rediff.com19 Jul 2005

The ace forward, who was suspended for unruly conduct, was named in the 26-man probables' list for the eight-nation hockey tournament in Holland.

Gagan Ajit returns for Dutch tourney

Gagan Ajit returns for Dutch tourney

Rediff.com1 Aug 2005

Dilip Tirkey will lead an 18-member team for the eight-nation hockey tournament in Holland, from August 14 to 21.

IOA mess: PT Usha calls for SGM

IOA mess: PT Usha calls for SGM

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

'The SGM shall be a hybrid meeting as per Article 8.3 of the Constitution of the IOA. Those who are unable to join the meeting physically, can join the meeting through Webex for which the online link would be available on the website of the IOA.'

Gagan Narang flops again

Gagan Narang flops again

Rediff.com15 Aug 2008

Gagan Narang continued to draw a blank at the Beijing Olympics and -- along with Sanjeev Rajput -- failed to qualify for the final of the shooting competition's 50m Rifle prone event on Friday.

Ranji Roundup: Drama in Agartala as Mumbai escape with a draw

Ranji Roundup: Drama in Agartala as Mumbai escape with a draw

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

In Agartala, the Group A match between Mumbai and Tripura ended in a draw with the reigning champions earning three points by virtue of the first-innings lead.

Gagan Ajit to lead hockey team

Gagan Ajit to lead hockey team

Rediff.com6 Dec 2005

The former junior India captain will captain the team for the Champions Trophy as Dilip Tirkey has been ruled out following an illness.

Gagan wins silver at Munich Open

Gagan wins silver at Munich Open

Rediff.com25 Jan 2008

Gagan Narang claimed the silver medal in men's 10 metre air rifle event at Munich Open Shooting Championship.

Gagan Ajit banned for 3 months

Gagan Ajit banned for 3 months

Rediff.com2 Apr 2005

India forward Gagan Ajit Singh and Daljit Singh Dhillon were banned by the IHF for assaulting an IOC player.

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.

Gagan Gaonkar wins Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Lil Champs

Gagan Gaonkar wins Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Lil Champs

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

The Karnataka boy is 13.