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World body threatens to bar Indian wrestlers from Olympic qualifiers

World body threatens to bar Indian wrestlers from Olympic qualifiers

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

This threat from UWW comes days after the Delhi High Court was considering an application filed by four wrestlers including Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist Bajrang Punia after the IOA dissolved the ad hoc committee on March 18 saying that there was "no further need" for it to run.

IOC lifts restrictions imposed on India with regards to hosting international events

IOC lifts restrictions imposed on India with regards to hosting international events

Rediff.com21 Jun 2019

In a letter addressed to Indian Olympic Association President Narinder Batra, IOC's Director (Olympic Solidarity and NOC Relations) James Macleod expressed the world body's satisfaction with the written guarantee from the Indian government on the issue.

IOC suspends Brazil's Nuzman after arrest over vote-buying allegations

IOC suspends Brazil's Nuzman after arrest over vote-buying allegations

Rediff.com7 Oct 2017

Brazil's national Olympic committee (COB) and its head Carlos Nuzman were provisionally suspended by the International Olympic Committee on Friday, a day after the 75-year-old was arrested in Rio de Janeiro in connection with a corruption investigation.

IOC bans Kuwait over government interference

IOC bans Kuwait over government interference

Rediff.com28 Oct 2015

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has suspended Kuwait for the second time in five years over government interference in the country's Games committee.

'After Asian Games show, it's time for India to bid for Olympics'

'After Asian Games show, it's time for India to bid for Olympics'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

Buoyed by the record medal haul at the Hangzhou Asian Games, Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president PT Usha on Sunday supported the government's plan to place a proposal to host the 2036 Olympics.

Coronavirus holds no threat to Tokyo Olympics: WHO tells IOC

Coronavirus holds no threat to Tokyo Olympics: WHO tells IOC

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

The International Olympic Committee has been advised by the World Health Organization that there is no case for contingency plans to cancel or relocate the Tokyo 2020 Olympics over the coronavirus outbreak, the IOC's Coordination Commission head said on Friday.

Sachin Tendulkar meets IOC president Thomas Bach

Sachin Tendulkar meets IOC president Thomas Bach

Rediff.com7 Aug 2016

Sachin Tendulkar has met International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach on the sidelines of the Rio Olympics, which the Indian cricket icon termed as "wonderful".

Cricket to get nod for 2028 LA Olympics?

Cricket to get nod for 2028 LA Olympics?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Baseball was included in several prior Games -- and was added back to the Tokyo programme after it was left off in 2012 and 2016 -- but will not be a part of the Paris Games.

IOC lifts doping ban on Russia, reinstates membership

IOC lifts doping ban on Russia, reinstates membership

Rediff.com28 Feb 2018

"The Russian Olympic Committee has had its rights fully restored," said Alexander Zhukov, the president of the Russian Olympic Committee, in comments broadcast on state TV.

IOC beats lockdown blues, resumes works on projects

IOC beats lockdown blues, resumes works on projects

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

These mega projects, worth about Rs 1 trillion, would boost the economy, ensure smooth supply of petroleum products across the nation and also provide the much-needed relief to people looking to get back to work after the lockdown.

French Prez says no Russian flag at Paris Olympics

French Prez says no Russian flag at Paris Olympics

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

Some Ukrainian athletes see their nation's current blanket ban on competing against Russians and Belarusians -- regardless of the flag athletes from those two countries compete under -- as a self-inflicted wound damaging sports stars' careers.

Nita Ambani made member of IOC's prestigious Olympic Channel

Nita Ambani made member of IOC's prestigious Olympic Channel

Rediff.com26 Apr 2017

India's first woman International Olympic Committee member Nita Ambani has made it to two important commissions of the global sports governing body, including the prestigious Olympic channel.

IOC sets June 29, 2021 deadline for Tokyo Olympics qualification

IOC sets June 29, 2021 deadline for Tokyo Olympics qualification

Rediff.com3 Apr 2020

The International Olympic Committee has set June 29, 2021 as the new deadline for the qualification period of the Tokyo Olympics, which has been rescheduled to next year in the wake of COVID-19 pandemic. According to the letter dated April 2, the revised sport entries deadline has now been set for July 5, 2021.

After Reliance-bp, Nayara Energy sells petrol, diesel at Re 1 less than PSUs

After Reliance-bp, Nayara Energy sells petrol, diesel at Re 1 less than PSUs

Rediff.com30 May 2023

After Reliance Industries Ltd and its partner bp plc of the UK, Nayara Energy - the nation's largest private fuel retailer - has started selling petrol and diesel at Re 1 less than the fuel sold by state-owned retailers, officials said. While state-owned Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) continue to hold prices despite a drop in international rates, private fuel retailers have started passing on the benefit to consumers. "To further stimulate domestic consumption and cater to local customers better, we have introduced a Re 1 discount in our retail outlets until the end of June 2023," a spokesperson for Nayara Energy said.

FIH names Sreejesh as co-chair of Athletes Committee

FIH names Sreejesh as co-chair of Athletes Committee

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

The FIH Athletes Committee serves as a consultative body and makes recommendations to the FIH Executive Board, FIH Committees, Advisory Panels and other bodies.

WHO plans talks with IOC, OC ahead of Tokyo Games

WHO plans talks with IOC, OC ahead of Tokyo Games

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

Up to 10,000 domestic spectators will be allowed in Tokyo 2020 venues, Olympics organisers said on Monday, a decision that cuts against the recommendation of medical experts who said holding the event without fans was the least risky option.

Boxer Nikhat keeping distractions aside ahead of date with destiny

Boxer Nikhat keeping distractions aside ahead of date with destiny

Rediff.com8 May 2024

'Basically, I have hit energy saving mode, indulge my sweet tooth on cheat days, do grocery shopping, listen to music, it helps me stay calm.'

India's fuel demand may take 6-9 months to recover: IOC

India's fuel demand may take 6-9 months to recover: IOC

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

A tough initial lockdown was imposed beginning March 25 but dreams of a V-shaped recovery after it was eased in May have been obliterated by a surge in cases and new lockdowns.

Tokyo Olympic marathon to be moved to Hokkaido: IOC

Tokyo Olympic marathon to be moved to Hokkaido: IOC

Rediff.com16 Oct 2019

"Athletes' health and well-being are always at the heart of our concerns," IOC President Thomas Bach said in a statement.

IOC denies covering up 2008 Olympic doping cases

IOC denies covering up 2008 Olympic doping cases

Rediff.com3 Apr 2017

The IOC said it had not detected any significant abuse of clenbuterol after finding "very low levels" of the banned substance during re-testing of samples from the Beijing Olympics.

Power struggle in WFI: IOA appoints ad hoc committee

Power struggle in WFI: IOA appoints ad hoc committee

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

Bhupinder Singh Bajwa will be the chairman of the panel with hockey Olympian M M Somaya and former international shuttler Manjusha Kanwar being the other two members.

IOC hikes petrol price

IOC hikes petrol price

Rediff.com21 Sep 2010

Public sector oil marketing company Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) will raise prices of petrol by 27 paise a litre, - for the first time since decontrolling petrol prices.

India's joint meeting with IOC postponed

India's joint meeting with IOC postponed

Rediff.com17 Apr 2013

The much-anticipated joint meeting between representatives of the suspended Indian Olympic Association, the Sports Ministry and the International Olympic Committee, to find a way in resolving the issues that led to India's ban from the Olympics, has been postponed from May 7 to May 15.

Saina Nehwal appointed member of IOC's Athletes' Commission

Saina Nehwal appointed member of IOC's Athletes' Commission

Rediff.com18 Oct 2016

In a rare honour for an Indian sportsperson, Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal has been appointed a member of the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) Athletes' Commission.

Why IOC is defending Russian presence in Rio...

Why IOC is defending Russian presence in Rio...

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

Partial sanctions against Russian athletes over the country's state-run doping system are preliminary, International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach said on Sunday, defending the organisation's position amid vocal criticism.

IOC set for biggest overhaul of Olympics

IOC set for biggest overhaul of Olympics

Rediff.com5 Dec 2014

The IOC wants to attract more cities to bidding, and is eager to make the process easier, more flexible and more in line with the cities' own plans for the future.

Centre approves IOC's LNG project

Centre approves IOC's LNG project

Rediff.com24 Dec 2013

The capacity of the proposed facility, part of Indian Oil's Rs 56,000-cr investment plan during the 12th Plan, will be five mt a year.

India abstains from UNGA resolution on building peace through sports

India abstains from UNGA resolution on building peace through sports

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

The resolution recognised the contribution of sports in creating an atmosphere of tolerance and understanding among peoples and nations, its role to prevent and counter terrorism and violent extremism and its contributions to building resilience against radicalisation to violence and terrorist recruitment.

IOC to investigate Armstrong's Olympic medal

IOC to investigate Armstrong's Olympic medal

Rediff.com1 Nov 2012

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) will investigate Lance Armstrong's 2000 Olympics bronze medal after the American was stripped of his seven Tour de France titles in the biggest doping scandal to hit the sport.

Diack faces provisional suspension from IOC's ethics commission

Diack faces provisional suspension from IOC's ethics commission

Rediff.com9 Nov 2015

The International Olympic Committee's Ethics Commission recommended the provisional suspension of Lamine Diack as an honorary member of the IOC on Monday.

Paris Mayor's vow: No Russians at 2024 Olympics

Paris Mayor's vow: No Russians at 2024 Olympics

Rediff.com14 Mar 2023

Paris mayor vows to keep Russian, Belarusian athletes out of Olympics

Nita Ambani first Indian woman to be nominated to the IOC

Nita Ambani first Indian woman to be nominated to the IOC

Rediff.com3 Jun 2016

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani's wife Nita Ambani has been nominated for membership in the International Olympic Committee and will become the first Indian woman to be on the apex sporting body if she gets elected at the IOC Session scheduled from August 2 to 4.

Will IOC chief Bach step up and do what's right?

Will IOC chief Bach step up and do what's right?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2016

Thomas Bach's response to a report that found Russia concealed hundreds of positive doping tests ahead of the Sochi Winter Games will determine his legacy as International Olympic Committee president, athletes leaders said on Monday.

WHO advising IOC, Tokyo, says decision on Olympics 'very soon'

WHO advising IOC, Tokyo, says decision on Olympics 'very soon'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2020

Head of WHO's emergency programme, Dr. Mike Ryan said the decision regarding future of the Tokyo Games will be made 'very soon'.

IOC happy with Athens

IOC happy with Athens

Rediff.com25 Sep 2003

Despite a 'quite tight' schedule, the IOC was happy with the progress in preparation for the 2004 Games.

Valieva positive test was mix-up with grandfather's heart drug: IOC

Valieva positive test was mix-up with grandfather's heart drug: IOC

Rediff.com15 Feb 2022

Denis Oswald, the International Olympic Committee's permanent chair of the disciplinary commission, said Valieva claimed there was a mix-up at a Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) hearing into whether she should be allowed to continue competing.

IOC's Bach warns FIFA of 'painful' reforms

IOC's Bach warns FIFA of 'painful' reforms

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

"We can only encourage FIFA to continue (with) the reforms which have been initiated, we cannot give detailed advice of what to do but we appreciate there is a readiness for reforms".

Paralympics ban for Russia different from IOC decision: Bach

Paralympics ban for Russia different from IOC decision: Bach

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

Russia's exclusion from next month's Paralympic Games in Rio is a different situation from the IOC's decision to allow some Russian competitors to take part at the Olympics, International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach said on Monday.

IOC 'fully respects' IAAF ban on Russian athletes

IOC 'fully respects' IAAF ban on Russian athletes

Rediff.com18 Jun 2016

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) dented any slim hopes that Russian athletes might have had of competing at the Rio Games in August by backing the IAAF's decision to uphold its ban on the country for systematic doping.

India's import of discounted Russian crude hits all-time high in May

India's import of discounted Russian crude hits all-time high in May

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

India's import of discounted crude oil from the Russian Federation hit an all-time high in May, with state-run refiner IOC becoming the biggest importer of Russian oil, relegating Reliance Industries to the second place, trade and shipping data show. Indian imports of Russian oil, accounting for over 46 per cent of its total crude oil imports in May, have grown after strong backing by New Delhi, with state-run refiners powering imports of discounted crude. Discounts on Russian oil average around $10 a barrel, said an official from a state-run refiner. IOC's May purchases rose by 64 per cent on the month, and accounted for half of its total crude imports last month, ship tracking data show.