News for 'Medal of Honour'

Man City's Dias named PL Player of Season, Guardiola wins manager's award

Man City's Dias named PL Player of Season, Guardiola wins manager's award

Rediff.com5 Jun 2021

City boss Pep Guardiola was named Manager of the Season for a third time.

Athletics: Hassan kicks off treble bid with 5,000m gold

Athletics: Hassan kicks off treble bid with 5,000m gold

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

Puerto Rico's Jasmine Camacho-Quinn capped a dazzling performance in the 100 metres hurdles at the Tokyo Olympics with a gold medal while Miltiadis Tentoglou of Greece won the men's long jump title in an action packed Monday morning at the Olympic Stadium

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.

Wrestler Bajrang threatens to move court after Khel Ratna snub

Wrestler Bajrang threatens to move court after Khel Ratna snub

Rediff.com20 Sep 2018

Bajrang Punia was nominated for the Khel Ratna by the Wrestling Federation of India following his twin gold medals at this year's Gold Coast Commonwealth Games and Jakarta Asian Games.

PIX: Sardar Singh, Jhajharia, bask in Khel Ratna glory

PIX: Sardar Singh, Jhajharia, bask in Khel Ratna glory

Rediff.com29 Aug 2017

Devendra Jhajharia, on Tuesday became the first para athlete to receive India's highest sporting honour -- Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna -- along with hockey star Sardar Singh, who has endured trying times off the field in the last one year.

Koneru Humpy bags 2nd BBC Indian Sports Woman Of The Year award

Koneru Humpy bags 2nd BBC Indian Sports Woman Of The Year award

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

Humpy bagged the award after receiving the highest number of votes from the fans.

The sacrifices that went into Lovlina's bronze at Olympics

The sacrifices that went into Lovlina's bronze at Olympics

Rediff.com9 Aug 2021

Lovlina Borgohain, who clinched the welterweight (69kg) bronze at Tokyo Olympics, spoke about the hardships she endured to get where she is, the joy of watching the triumph of human spirit at the Games

Bajrang, Vinesh nominated for Khel Ratna

Bajrang, Vinesh nominated for Khel Ratna

Rediff.com29 Apr 2019

World No 1 Bajrang has recently stamped his authority at the Asian Championship in Xi'an, China by clinching a gold medal in the men's 65kg freestyle event.

Paralympian Jhajharia, Sardar Singh recommended for Khel Ratna

Paralympian Jhajharia, Sardar Singh recommended for Khel Ratna

Rediff.com3 Aug 2017

The 36-year-old Jhajharia, who is the first Indian to win two Paralympic gold medals, was the first choice of the awards selection committee.

Balakot op experience unmatchable: Woman IAF officer

Balakot op experience unmatchable: Woman IAF officer

Rediff.com16 Aug 2019

I witnessed Abhinandan Varthaman shooting Pakistan's F-16, says Yudh Seva medal awardee Minty Agarwal

Mirabai brightens disappointing day for India

Mirabai brightens disappointing day for India

Rediff.com24 Jul 2021

If only the shooters had found their targets, the story would have been so different! sighs Raj Kishore Mishra.

When A Param Vir Chakra Hero Retires

When A Param Vir Chakra Hero Retires

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

A salute to the youngest Param Vir Chakra Awardee, Subedar Major (Honorary Captain) Yogendra Singh Yadav who has retired from the Indian Army.

How Olympian Maana battled depression, injury before stunning comeback

How Olympian Maana battled depression, injury before stunning comeback

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

'I had to start from zero, so it was very, very frustrating and very consuming-- mentally and emotionally. I threw tantrums. There was a point that I really wanted to quit swimming.'

The protector of women from breast cancer

The protector of women from breast cancer

Rediff.com11 Jun 2022

'Having dedicated my life towards improving breast healthcare in my motherland. I shall continue to work with rock-solid determination following this "chosen" path.'

Ravi Dahiya to skip World Championship

Ravi Dahiya to skip World Championship

Rediff.com25 Aug 2021

Olympic silver medallist Ravi Dahiya says he has decided to give the upcoming wrestling World Championship a miss since he did not get time to prepare for the selection trials Olympic silver medallist Ravi Dahiya says he has decided to give the upcoming wrestling World Championship a miss since he did not get time to prepare for the selection trials that WFI is organising next week to pick the Indian team for the prestigious tournament.Olympic silver medallist Ravi Dahiya says he has decided to give the upcoming wrestling World Championship a miss since he did not get time to prepare for the selection trials that WFI is organising next week to pick the Indian team for the prestigious tournament.that WFI is organising next week to pick the Indian team for the prestigious tournament.

Advertising titan, civic activist, actor, writer Gerson da Cunha is dead

Advertising titan, civic activist, actor, writer Gerson da Cunha is dead

Rediff.com7 Jan 2022

Ad man Gerson da Cunha, a multi-faceted personality who was very passionate about civic activism in later years, died in Mumbai on Friday. He was 92.

PIX: Ibrahimovic in tears on return to Sweden squad

PIX: Ibrahimovic in tears on return to Sweden squad

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

AC Milan's Zlatan Ibrahimovic shed a few tears of pride as he returned to Sweden's national team after a four-year absence for their World Cup qualifiers and recounted how his son did not want him to leave home to join up with Janne Andersson's squad.

'19 dead. 53 wounded. The battle was ferocious'

'19 dead. 53 wounded. The battle was ferocious'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

'In the 1971 War my battalion suffered 4 casualties after fighting for 14 days.' 'In Operation Blue Star, I lost 19 men in just one hour.'

Mary Kom is boxing world body's ambassador for women's World C'ship

Mary Kom is boxing world body's ambassador for women's World C'ship

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

Iconic Indian woman boxer M C Mary Kom added another honour to her list of accolades as she was named one of the eight ambassadors for the upcoming World Championships by the International Boxing Association (AIBA).

Tennis great Paes prepares for one last roar, to retire in 2020

Tennis great Paes prepares for one last roar, to retire in 2020

Rediff.com25 Dec 2019

India's tennis icon Leander Paes on Wednesday announced that he will bring the curtains down on his illustrious career in 2020, which will be his farewell season on the pro circuit. His cupboard overflowing with hundreds of trophies, that include 18 coveted Grand Slam doubles titles, the 46-year-old has been enduring a lean patch for some time.

Why shooter Manu Bhaker's father is upset

Why shooter Manu Bhaker's father is upset

Rediff.com26 Jan 2020

Manu Bhaker ignored for Rashtriya Bal Puraskar award, her father fumes.

Abhishek-Jyothi strike mixed pair gold at Asian Archery

Abhishek-Jyothi strike mixed pair gold at Asian Archery

Rediff.com27 Nov 2019

Abhishek Verma and Jyothi Surekha Vennam claimed the top honours in compound mixed pair event to fetch India's only gold medal at the 21st Asian Archery Championships.

Hockey players demand Bharat Ratna for Balbir Singh Sr

Hockey players demand Bharat Ratna for Balbir Singh Sr

Rediff.com26 May 2020

'I feel both deserve to be honoured with Bharat Ratna. Why not? They are our national heroes who have been inspiring a generation of sportspersons and will continue to do so'

Asian Wrestling C'ships: Gurpreet, Sunil settle for silver

Asian Wrestling C'ships: Gurpreet, Sunil settle for silver

Rediff.com27 Apr 2019

On the penultimate day of the competition, India finished with just two silver in the Greco-Roman wrestling event even as Prem missed out on a bronze medal finish.

PIX: Olympic champ Phelps throws ceremonial first pitch

PIX: Olympic champ Phelps throws ceremonial first pitch

Rediff.com30 Aug 2019

Phelps has 28 total Olympic medals, showed on Thursday he could also throw a useful baseball pitch.

The A-W Of Desi Guests At the White House Dinner

The A-W Of Desi Guests At the White House Dinner

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

The dinner Jill Biden and her husband US President Joe Biden hosted for Indian prime minister Narendra Modi, June 22, at the White House brought together, Indians and Americans from so many firmaments.

Boxing legend Mary Kom to be conferred with Padma Vibhushan

Boxing legend Mary Kom to be conferred with Padma Vibhushan

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

Celebrated boxer M C Mary Kom will be conferred with the Padma Vibhushan, the country's second highest civilian award, while world champion shuttler P V Sindhu will get the Padma Bhushan among eight sportspersons named for the prestigious honours on Saturday. She is one of seven eminent personalities to be awarded the Padma Vibhushan this year.

This Asian silver medallist feels 'othered' by Uttarakhand

This Asian silver medallist feels 'othered' by Uttarakhand

Rediff.com1 May 2019

Kavinder Singh Bisht laments his state's refusal to acknowledge his achievements because he represents the Services Sports Control Board.

'You will see a new Indian Tigress'

'You will see a new Indian Tigress'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

'My father (Mahavir Singh Phogat, who Aamir Khan played in Dangal) has given me a few tips which you will get to see on the fight night.' 'I have given my 110 per cent for this fight.'

It's official! Khel Ratna for Sania; Arjuna for 17 other sportspersons

It's official! Khel Ratna for Sania; Arjuna for 17 other sportspersons

Rediff.com14 Aug 2015

Sania Mirza's was officially named for the coveted Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award on Friday. The Hyderabadi lady is only the second tennis player to be nominated for the country's highest sport honour.

UK defence secretary honours India's World War I soldiers

UK defence secretary honours India's World War I soldiers

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

British Defence Secretary M Fallon on Thursday laid a wreath at the war memorial at India Gate to commemorate India's contribution during World War I.

How The Boy From Khandra Became A Man In Tokyo

How The Boy From Khandra Became A Man In Tokyo

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

Neeraj ran in fast, did the crossover. The javelin flew out of his hands and he did not look towards the sector. He just knew he had bettered the first attempt. The moment the javelin left his hand, he knew he had done it.

Federer pulls out of Tokyo Olympics

Federer pulls out of Tokyo Olympics

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

'During the grass court season, I unfortunately experienced a setback with my knee, and have accepted that I must withdraw from the Tokyo Olympic Games.'

We can have next Chess World Champion from India by 2025: Viswanthan Anand

We can have next Chess World Champion from India by 2025: Viswanthan Anand

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

Anand firmly believes that India has enough talent to produce the next Chess World Champion

When I Received My OBE From Prince Charles

When I Received My OBE From Prince Charles

Rediff.com11 Jun 2022

'After greeting Prince Charles with a traditional bow, moving away from protocol, I also did a namaste, which HRH reciprocated twice -- once before the award presentation and the second time just before I left him.'

Sumit, Nikhat strike gold at Belgrade Boxing

Sumit, Nikhat strike gold at Belgrade Boxing

Rediff.com29 Apr 2018

Sumit Sangwan (91kg) and Nikhat Zareen (51kg) were among three gold medallists in India's stupendous campaign at the 56th Belgrade International Boxing Tournament in Serbia. India ended the tournament with three gold, five silver and five bronze medals.

Rio gold medallist Mariyappan named flag-bearer for Tokyo Paralympics

Rio gold medallist Mariyappan named flag-bearer for Tokyo Paralympics

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

Thangavelu had won the Rio Paralympics T-42 high jump gold by clearing 1.89m.

Mary Kom wants to emulate Tendulkar by winning Bharat Ratna

Mary Kom wants to emulate Tendulkar by winning Bharat Ratna

Rediff.com26 Jan 2020

The first Indian woman sportsperson to be decorated with the Padma Vibhushan, celebrated boxer MC Mary Kom on Sunday said she hopes to win the Bharat Ratna by winning a gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics. Bharat Ratna is the country's highest civilian award.

Manika to the 'four'; India emerge as top TT nation for first time

Manika to the 'four'; India emerge as top TT nation for first time

Rediff.com15 Apr 2018

Manika Batra's sensational run at the Commonwealth Games culminated with a fourth medal in as many events while India emerged as the best table tennis nation with a record eight medals including three gold medals.

Men Who Fought To The Last Bullet And Last Breath

Men Who Fought To The Last Bullet And Last Breath

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

'Rezang La was a unique battle.' 'It was not a large scale battle like the Battle of Kohima which involved a large number of troops.' 'Here there was just a company that fought it out till the last man.'