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Asian Games diary: Have you seen Indonesia president's bike stunt?

Asian Games diary: Have you seen Indonesia president's bike stunt?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2018

Vroom! Indonesia president a hit on social media after motorbike stunt

Indonesia, Saudi, UAE and Afghanistan condemn BJP leader's remarks on Prophet

Indonesia, Saudi, UAE and Afghanistan condemn BJP leader's remarks on Prophet

Rediff.com7 Jun 2022

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its condemnation and denunciation of the statements made by the BJP spokesperson, saying it insulted Prophet Muhammad.

Asian Games diary: Of traffic snarls, Shah Rukh Khan fans and selfies

Asian Games diary: Of traffic snarls, Shah Rukh Khan fans and selfies

Rediff.com17 Aug 2018

Language is an issue but not a barrier as they are still able to express their love for Bollywood stars Shah Rukh Khan and Amitabh Bachchan. SRK though has a much bigger following than his celebrated senior.

Paralympics: Bhagat-Kohli in semis; Suhas, Tarun, Manoj too qualify

Paralympics: Bhagat-Kohli in semis; Suhas, Tarun, Manoj too qualify

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

Prachi Yadav finishes last in 200m canoe VL2 final

Modi to meet top 5 US CEOs, 2 of them Indian Americans

Modi to meet top 5 US CEOs, 2 of them Indian Americans

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

On Thursday, the prime minister is scheduled to hold one-on-one meetings with top five American CEOs. Two of them are Indian Americans -- Shantanu Narayen from Adobe and Vivek Lall from General Atomics. The three others are Cristiano E Amon from Qualcomm, Mark Widmar from First Solar, and Stephen A Schwarzman from Blackstone.

Silver for javelin thrower Gurjar at Asian Para Games

Silver for javelin thrower Gurjar at Asian Para Games

Rediff.com11 Oct 2018

In the same event, Rinku picked up a bronze medal to make it an India-dominated podium. The F46 category of disability covers upper limb deficiency, impaired muscle power or impaired range of movement.

Mixed day for Indian shuttlers at Indonesia Open

Mixed day for Indian shuttlers at Indonesia Open

Rediff.com13 Jun 2017

Sindhu, Saina advance to 2nd round; Reddy-Ponnappa out

Sprint star Hima Das nominated for Khel Ratna

Sprint star Hima Das nominated for Khel Ratna

Rediff.com15 Jun 2020

India's top sprinter Hima Das, who had a stellar 2018, has been nominated for the prestigious Khel Ratna by the state government of Assam. The 20-year-old from Dhing village in Assam is one of the youngest nominees for Khel Ratna this year.

What cities look like during the coronavirus quarantine

What cities look like during the coronavirus quarantine

Rediff.com21 Apr 2020

Closures, travel restrictions, and self-isolation measures due to the coronavirus have cleared public squares, roads, and travel destinations across the globe. Photographers have been capturing the eerie stillness of these public spaces, recently emptied of the crowds they were built for.

Boost for India wrestlers ahead of Asian Games

Boost for India wrestlers ahead of Asian Games

Rediff.com1 Aug 2018

India's wrestlers received a welcome boost ahead of this month's Asian Games after the federation got automaker Tata Motors as their principal sponsor on Wednesday.

India, Indonesia ties elevated to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

India, Indonesia ties elevated to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

Rediff.com30 May 2018

The 2 countries signed 15 agreements including one on defence cooperation after Prime Minister Narendra Modi held 'productive discussions' with President Joko Widodo.

How Yogeshwar shaped champion's attitude in Bajrang...

How Yogeshwar shaped champion's attitude in Bajrang...

Rediff.com7 Aug 2018

Bajrang Punia says that he has learnt from his mentor Yogeshwar Dutt that conquering big names is the only way to earn a big name.

Srikanth signs off with silver at BWF World Championships

Srikanth signs off with silver at BWF World Championships

Rediff.com19 Dec 2021

Srikanth fought better in the second, but Yew was too good on the day, to emerge triumphant.

Eyeing China, Indian warship visits Indonesian port

Eyeing China, Indian warship visits Indonesian port

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

Access to Sabang Port will allow the Indian Navy to dominate Malacca Strait more effectively, reports Ajai Shukla.

India's Smriti Mehra takes lead at Indonesia Ladies Open

India's Smriti Mehra takes lead at Indonesia Ladies Open

Rediff.com19 Oct 2012

Indian golfer Smriti Mehra charged to the top of the leaderboard on the opening day of the $200,000 Enjoy Jakarta Ladies Indonesia Open inJakarta after carding a three-under 69.

Asiad gold medallist Swapna to get customised Adidas shoes

Asiad gold medallist Swapna to get customised Adidas shoes

Rediff.com14 Sep 2018

Asian Games gold-medallist Swapna Barman will have customised shoes for her 12-toed feet soon as the Sports Authority of India (SAI) has tied up with footwear company Adidas to ensure specially-designed gear for the heptathlete.

Relaxed Vikas aims to create history at Asian Games

Relaxed Vikas aims to create history at Asian Games

Rediff.com15 Aug 2018

The 26-year-old boxer is aiming to become India's first boxer with three back-to-back Asian Games medals.

Asian Games champion Neeraj happy with season's showing

Asian Games champion Neeraj happy with season's showing

Rediff.com6 Sep 2018

'Didn't realise was flanked by Chinese and Pakistani athletes on victory podium'

India win mixed air rifle bronze at Asiad

India win mixed air rifle bronze at Asiad

Rediff.com19 Aug 2018

However, Manu Bhaker and Abhishek Verma failed to qualify for the final of 10m mixed air pistol event.

Why naming of India's Asian Games contingent has been delayed...

Why naming of India's Asian Games contingent has been delayed...

Rediff.com8 Aug 2018

The Games begin in Jakarta and Palembang in less than 10 days but the Indian contingent is yet to be known officially.

Asian Games diary: Japan send home players for night with women

Asian Games diary: Japan send home players for night with women

Rediff.com20 Aug 2018

Japan have sent home four players from their Asian Games basketball team for spending the night with women in a Jakarta hotel, the head of the delegation Yasuhiro Yamashita said on Monday.

Why Olympics delay is a blessing in disguise for Neeraj Chopra

Why Olympics delay is a blessing in disguise for Neeraj Chopra

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra will have to wait another year before chasing India's first Olympic track and field medal in Tokyo but the delay may turn out to be a blessing in disguise, the 22-year-old said. The Commonwealth and Asian Games champion, seen as one of India's best medal prospects at the Games, spent the whole of 2019 recovering from an elbow operation on his throwing arm.

Tell us! Can India repeat their CWG success at Asian Games?

Tell us! Can India repeat their CWG success at Asian Games?

Rediff.com17 Aug 2018

Asian Games will be a reality check for India's athletes after the Commonwealth Games high

PM Modi congratulates Chandela, Kumar for winning India's first medal at Asiad

PM Modi congratulates Chandela, Kumar for winning India's first medal at Asiad

Rediff.com19 Aug 2018

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated, on Sunday, Indian shooters, Apurvi Chandela and Ravi Kumar, for winning the country its first medal in the Asian Games.

Sushil vows to come back stronger after defeat

Sushil vows to come back stronger after defeat

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

Sushil struggled at the Jakarta Asian Games leading to questions on whether he was good enough to go any further at 36.

Ankita, Prajnesh nominated for Arjuna

Ankita, Prajnesh nominated for Arjuna

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

Ankita is now country's best-ranked singles (182) and doubles (95) player and is set to make her Olympic debut at the Tokyo Games next month.

Swaraj calls for deeper economic ties with ASEAN

Swaraj calls for deeper economic ties with ASEAN

Rediff.com6 Jan 2018

She also addressed the Indian Community at a reception held in her honour in Jakarta.

Sprinter Hima Das takes oath as DSP in Assam

Sprinter Hima Das takes oath as DSP in Assam

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

Hima Das said she will continue to strive for excellence in her sport alongside her job in state police.

Big blow! World champ Mirabai 'can't compete' at Asian Games

Big blow! World champ Mirabai 'can't compete' at Asian Games

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

World Champion Mirabai Chanu's participation at the Asian Games appears doubtful

Flying kites, visit to mosque: All in a day's work for PM in Indonesia

Flying kites, visit to mosque: All in a day's work for PM in Indonesia

Rediff.com30 May 2018

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is travelling again! The Pradhan Sevak is in Indonesia on the first leg of his three-nation tour to East Asia. This is Modi's first-ever official visit to Indonesia and before the visit, the PM hoped that the meet would cement the political, economic and strategic interest of the two friendly maritime neighbours.

Asian Athletics: Chitra wins gold; India finish 4th

Asian Athletics: Chitra wins gold; India finish 4th

Rediff.com25 Apr 2019

P U Chitra defended her 1500 metres title to give India its third gold medal while Ajay Kumar Saroj and Dutee Chand won a silver and bronze in the men's 1500m and women's 200m respectively on the fourth and final day of the Asian Athletics Championships, in Doha, on Wednesday.

PM Modi congratulates Indian shooters

PM Modi congratulates Indian shooters

Rediff.com21 Aug 2018

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday, congratulated Indian shooters Saurabh Chaudhary, Abhishek Verma and Sanjeev Rajput for winning medals in the Asian Games in Jakarta.

These images will make you forget your COVID-19 worries

These images will make you forget your COVID-19 worries

Rediff.com10 Apr 2020

As you are stuck at home owing to the coronavirus outbreak, here are eight images that will bring a smile on your face -- even if it's just for a while!

TT: Can India do the unthinkable again?

TT: Can India do the unthinkable again?

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

Sharath along with G Sathiyan has been handed a tough draw in the men's singles competition.

Oz 'deeply disappointed' on Taliban's interim cabinet

Oz 'deeply disappointed' on Taliban's interim cabinet

Rediff.com10 Sep 2021

Australian foreign minister Marise Payne and defence minister Peter Dutton will visit India from September 10 to 12 to take part in the dialogue with their Indian counterparts.

Meet Asian Games' first female MVP

Meet Asian Games' first female MVP

Rediff.com2 Sep 2018

Rikako Ikee became the first female athlete to be named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) at an Asian Games

10 cities that face the worst traffic snarls

10 cities that face the worst traffic snarls

Rediff.com21 Apr 2015

World's worst city in terms of traffic congestion is Jakarta.

PHOTOS: Indian athletes shine at glittering Asiad opening

PHOTOS: Indian athletes shine at glittering Asiad opening

Rediff.com18 Aug 2018

Led by young flag-bearer Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, the athletes, clad in blue suits, waved to the crowd with small flags in their hands.

Boxing sensation Panghal nominated for Arjuna once again

Boxing sensation Panghal nominated for Arjuna once again

Rediff.com30 Apr 2019

The Asian Games gold medallist was nominated last year as well but was not considered due to a failed dope test in 2012, for which he served a one-year ban.

Five Roma players sent home from Indonesia airport

Five Roma players sent home from Indonesia airport

Rediff.com25 Jul 2015

Indonesian football fans were thrilled to see Italian side AS Roma touch down in Jakarta on Friday as part of their pre-season tour.