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IOA formally approves India's 2030 CWG bid

IOA formally approves India's 2030 CWG bid

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

The General Assembly of Commonwealth Sport will decide the host country in the last week of November in Glasgow.

Shooting Legend Randhir Singh Passes Into The Ages

Shooting Legend Randhir Singh Passes Into The Ages

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Veteran sports administrator and India's first shooting gold-medallist in Asian Games, Randhir Singh, died after battling age-related ailments. He was 79.

Gill, Suryakumar excluded; Sooryavanshi in 30-man list for Asian Games

Gill, Suryakumar excluded; Sooryavanshi in 30-man list for Asian Games

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Suryakumar Yadav and Shubman Gill are missing from the list of probables for the Asian Games, while Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been included in the 30-member squad submitted by the BCCI to the IOA.

Why FIVB Revoked Recognition Of Indian Volleyball Federation

Why FIVB Revoked Recognition Of Indian Volleyball Federation

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

The world volleyball body FIVB has revoked the Volleyball Federation of India's recognition due to breaches of legal and administrative requirements, following complaints from players about poor facilities and selection politics.

Doping Concerns Threaten India's 2036 Olympic Hopes

Doping Concerns Threaten India's 2036 Olympic Hopes

Rediff.com2 May 2026

The International Testing Agency (ITA) has voiced concerns regarding the high rate of doping cases in India and the alleged practice of athletes receiving advance notice before testing, potentially jeopardising the nation's bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games.

NADA Hands Provisional Suspension To Prominent Athletes Over Doping Violations

NADA Hands Provisional Suspension To Prominent Athletes Over Doping Violations

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

India's National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) has provisionally suspended 24 athletes across various sports, including cricketer Bhupen Lalwani, weightlifter Ajith Narayana, wrestler Sahil Jaglan, and national record holder runner KM Deeksha, for failing dope tests. The suspensions highlight ongoing challenges with doping in Indian sports.

Sports Ministry's directives make IOA uneasy

Sports Ministry's directives make IOA uneasy

Rediff.com20 May 2025

The ministry said the Games Technical Conduct Committee, list of disciplines in the National Games, and eligibility criteria for participants should be communicated to it at least six months prior to the showpiece.

Delhi High Court Allows Vinesh Phogat To Participate In Asian Games Trials

Delhi High Court Allows Vinesh Phogat To Participate In Asian Games Trials

Rediff.com23 May 2026

The Delhi High Court has allowed wrestler Vinesh Phogat to participate in the upcoming Asian Games trials, criticising the Wrestling Federation of India's selection policy for lacking discretion regarding iconic players returning from maternity leave.

Why Vinesh Phogat Can Compete In Asian Games Trials

Why Vinesh Phogat Can Compete In Asian Games Trials

Rediff.com23 May 2026

The Delhi High Court has approved wrestler Vinesh Phogat's participation in the Asian Games trials, criticising the Wrestling Federation of India's exclusionary selection policy.

Volleyball Federation of India Receives Provisional Recognition Amid Visa and Payment Concerns

Volleyball Federation of India Receives Provisional Recognition Amid Visa and Payment Concerns

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

The International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) has granted provisional recognition to the Volleyball Federation of India (VFI) while also raising concerns with the IOA regarding visa delays for athletes and pending dues from private partners.

IOA ends feud over CEO; sets up anti-doping panel

IOA ends feud over CEO; sets up anti-doping panel

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

The Indian Olympic Association's Executive Council agreed to set up a panel to tackle doping after India's poor record was flagged by the IOC during a national delegation's visit to push for the 2036 Olympic bid.

Volleyball Players Quit National Camp Over Coaching and Facility Concerns

Volleyball Players Quit National Camp Over Coaching and Facility Concerns

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Two senior Indian volleyball players have quit the national camp in Ahmedabad, citing concerns over incompetent coaches, poor facilities, and politics within the Volleyball Federation of India (VFI).

Commonwealth Sport President Confident in India's Readiness for 2030 Games

Commonwealth Sport President Confident in India's Readiness for 2030 Games

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Commonwealth Sport president Donald Rukare expressed satisfaction with India's preparations for the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, following a multi-city review of venues and infrastructure.

WFI Issues Notice To Vinesh Phogat Over Indiscipline

WFI Issues Notice To Vinesh Phogat Over Indiscipline

Rediff.com9 May 2026

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has issued a show-cause notice to Vinesh Phogat, citing indiscipline and anti-doping rule violations, rendering her ineligible for domestic competitions until June 26, 2026.

Why FIVB Revoked Recognition Of Indian Volleyball Federation

Why FIVB Revoked Recognition Of Indian Volleyball Federation

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

The world volleyball body FIVB has revoked the Volleyball Federation of India's recognition with immediate effect for breach of legal and administrative requirements.

India Bids To Host The 2038 Asian Games

India Bids To Host The 2038 Asian Games

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

India has officially submitted its expression of interest to host the 2038 Asian Games, according to a top official of the national Olympic body, marking a significant step in the country's broader strategy to become a global hub for major multi-sporting events.

Vinesh Phogat Eyes 2028 Olympics After Asian Games Trials

Vinesh Phogat Eyes 2028 Olympics After Asian Games Trials

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Vinesh Phogat, despite losing in the Asian Games selection trials, asserts her return to wrestling after motherhood as a victory, aiming for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics while criticising the wrestling administration for alleged discrimination and harassment.

IOA boss Usha forms panel to probe BFI election delays

IOA boss Usha forms panel to probe BFI election delays

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

The three-member panel will examine the "current legal and administrative status of the BFI and assess the implications of the delay on the governance and functioning of boxing in India."

Arunachal Pradesh Seeks to Host North East Games in 2026

Arunachal Pradesh Seeks to Host North East Games in 2026

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

The Arunachal Olympic Association (AOA) has submitted a proposal to the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to host the 4th North East Games in 2026, aiming to boost sports development in the region.

Vinesh Phogat Accused Of Indiscipline, Vows To Fight Back

Vinesh Phogat Accused Of Indiscipline, Vows To Fight Back

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat vows to challenge the Wrestling Federation of India's (WFI) show-cause notice and ban from domestic events due to alleged indiscipline and anti-doping rule violations.

Why Vinesh Phogat Is Ineligible For Domestic Wrestling Events

Why Vinesh Phogat Is Ineligible For Domestic Wrestling Events

Rediff.com9 May 2026

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has issued a show-cause notice to Vinesh Phogat, citing indiscipline and anti-doping rule violations, rendering her ineligible for domestic competitions until June 2026.

Vinesh Phogat Claims Eligibility Despite WFI Objections

Vinesh Phogat Claims Eligibility Despite WFI Objections

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Vinesh Phogat has responded to the Wrestling Federation of India's show-cause notice, asserting her eligibility to return from retirement. The WFI, however, maintains that disciplinary proceedings must conclude before she can compete in the National Open Ranking tournament.

Commonwealth Sport Assesses Gujarat's Readiness for 2030 Commonwealth Games

Commonwealth Sport Assesses Gujarat's Readiness for 2030 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

A Commonwealth Sport delegation is visiting Gujarat to review preparations for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, which will be held in Ahmedabad. The delegation will inspect key venues and meet with state officials.

Sports Ministry Approves Lundup's Participation in Winter Olympics

Sports Ministry Approves Lundup's Participation in Winter Olympics

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

The Sports Ministry has approved cross country skier Stanzin Lundup's participation in the Winter Olympics in Italy, despite a Delhi High Court order regarding Manjeet's exclusion. The decision was made at no cost to the government.

IOA impasse over CEO appointment to end soon

IOA impasse over CEO appointment to end soon

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Appointment of IOA CEO to be ratified by EC, announcement likely on Thursday

WFI Blocks Vinesh Phogat's Wrestling Comeback

WFI Blocks Vinesh Phogat's Wrestling Comeback

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Vinesh Phogat's attempt to compete in the National Open Ranking tournament was rejected by the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), leading to a confrontation where she alleged a 'pre-planned conspiracy' to prevent her return to wrestling.

PT Usha calls for athlete-first policies in Indian sports administration

PT Usha calls for athlete-first policies in Indian sports administration

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

IOA President PT Usha emphasises the importance of athlete-centric policies in Indian sports administration, highlighting the need for prioritising athlete welfare and development.

P T Usha's Husband Passes Away Suddenly

P T Usha's Husband Passes Away Suddenly

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

V Srinivasan collapsed at his residence in Kozhikode at 12.30 am on Friday.

BFI to take IOA to court over 'illegal' ad hoc panel

BFI to take IOA to court over 'illegal' ad hoc panel

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

'The IOA has no jurisdiction over the conduct of elections for NSFs, yet this order has been issued in a manner that clearly questions its intent.'

'A giant sports administrator': Kalmadi remembered

'A giant sports administrator': Kalmadi remembered

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Country's top sports administrators on Tuesday expressed deep sorrow at the death of former IOA president Suresh Kalmadi, calling it a huge loss to the Olympic movement in India.

BFI vs IOA: Why Indian boxing is in turmoil

BFI vs IOA: Why Indian boxing is in turmoil

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

Abuse of power, financial misconduct, and the never-ending turf wars are now coming to light as Boxing Federation of India's officials jostle to escape blame for the shocking turn of events.

CJI Khanna recuses himself from IOA, AIFF cases

CJI Khanna recuses himself from IOA, AIFF cases

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

The apex court had decided to hear the pleas related to the IOA and the AIFF together.

IOC penalises IOA over ongoing internal row

IOC penalises IOA over ongoing internal row

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Withholds Olympic Solidarity fund

IOA row gets murkier as Usha lambasts Chaubey

IOA row gets murkier as Usha lambasts Chaubey

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Livid PT Usha declares no confidence bid against her illegal

Winter Olympics: India's Stanzin Lundup finishes 104th in skiing

Winter Olympics: India's Stanzin Lundup finishes 104th in skiing

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

India's Stanzin Lundup clocked 28 minutes 26.7 seconds to end at 104th out of 111 athletes who finished the race at the Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium.

Suresh Kalmadi: From IAF Pilot To Powerbroker Of Indian Sport

Suresh Kalmadi: From IAF Pilot To Powerbroker Of Indian Sport

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Suresh Kalmadi brought several top-class events to India including the 2003 Afro Asian Games, the 2008 Commonwealth Youth Games, the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

How a Teenager Uncovered a Fake Sports Body Scamming Athletes

How a Teenager Uncovered a Fake Sports Body Scamming Athletes

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

A 16-year-old Taekwondo player uncovered a fraudulent sports body, the 'Youth Khelo India Federation (YKIF),' which falsely claimed government affiliation and scammed athletes, prompting the Sports Ministry to file an FIR.

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.'

Former Union minister Suresh Kalmadi passes away

Former Union minister Suresh Kalmadi passes away

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Senior Congress leader and former Union minister Suresh Kalmadi passed away in Pune following a prolonged illness. He was 81 and had served as Union Minister of State for Railways and was a former president of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA).

Asian Games 2026: India Prepares Athletes For Unique Container Housing Experience

Asian Games 2026: India Prepares Athletes For Unique Container Housing Experience

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

India is preparing its athletes for the unique accommodation arrangements at the upcoming Asian Games, which will feature repurposed shipping containers as housing units.