News for 'Miss World 2024'

Para World Cup: Avani Lekhara wins gold with world record

Para World Cup: Avani Lekhara wins gold with world record

Rediff.com7 Jun 2022

Avani broke her own world record of 249.6 to secure her a spot at the 2024 Paris Paralympics.

Gabba Test: What Changes Will India Make?

Gabba Test: What Changes Will India Make?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the third Test against Australia in Brisbane?

The Global Ambassador Of Indian Music

The Global Ambassador Of Indian Music

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

He was a formidable musician but seemed utterly human, a Peter Pan who wore his genius with deceptive lightness. Sandip Roy remembers Ustad Zakir Hussain.

Rohit, Virat decide to cut short holiday break

Rohit, Virat decide to cut short holiday break

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

Both skipper Rohit and main batter Kohli will play in the upcoming series so that Gambhir can tactically think about the combinations.

Fit-again Shami nears India comeback

Fit-again Shami nears India comeback

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

Late last month in Kolkata, Shami expressed a desire to first play for Bengal before making his return to the national team. He also participated informally in motivational and fitness sessions with state players.

Why Ranji Trophy hero Musheer isn't disappointed about missing IPL

Why Ranji Trophy hero Musheer isn't disappointed about missing IPL

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

An IPL contract might be on top of cricketers' bucket list, but Mumbai's teenaged Ranji Trophy hero Musheer Khan is happy that he went unsold during last year's player auction because it gives him some more time to "understand" the T20 format.

China dominates Paris Olympics, ties with US for gold

China dominates Paris Olympics, ties with US for gold

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

China delivered their best performance at a Summer Olympics since the 2008 Games on home soil

'My Life Changed After The 5 Sixes'

'My Life Changed After The 5 Sixes'

Rediff.com21 May 2024

'I started getting ads. People started to recognise me. Now I cannot go out alone.' 'It feels good when hoardings of my name are there, when people scream my name.' 'I feel that I have done something in my life.'

'The Titan Flies Away Into The Ages'

'The Titan Flies Away Into The Ages'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

'Some icons are living textbooks, teaching us about leadership, success, and legacy. Extraordinary yet human and approachable, they inspire and guide us.' 'India has lost a true son and champion.'

Sailor Kumanan secures Paris Olympics quota

Sailor Kumanan secures Paris Olympics quota

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

The Last Chance Regatta is the final qualifying event in sailing for the Paris 2024 Olympics.

Indian sports hit by massive doping scandal

Indian sports hit by massive doping scandal

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

A chunk of athletes, including Asian Games medallist Kiran and badminton player Krishna Prasad Garaga have been suspended by NADA

Olympic golf: Shubhankar ends tied 40th, Bhullar finishes tied 45th

Olympic golf: Shubhankar ends tied 40th, Bhullar finishes tied 45th

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

India's previous best result in the men's golf at the Olympics was tied 42nd achieved by Anirban Lahiri at Tokyo three years ago.

Has Ronaldo played his last match for Portugal?

Has Ronaldo played his last match for Portugal?

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

Ronaldo's 130 goals for his country is also way out on its own at the head of most scored in international football

'Trump Wants To Make America White Again'

'Trump Wants To Make America White Again'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

'There are 725,000 Indians here without proper papers. They are subject to deportation immediately under this (Trump's immigration plan). Immediately!' 'They want to prevent new immigration, get the people who are already here out of here, and only allow population increases in the white population.'

Flirty Red Carpet Moments: Mouni, Sini, Naila...

Flirty Red Carpet Moments: Mouni, Sini, Naila...

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

Girls, after all, just wanna have fun.

Khaleel on fighting mental battles ahead of India return

Khaleel on fighting mental battles ahead of India return

Rediff.com10 May 2024

Khaleel said he saw the India recall coming his way.

What Are Kohli, Raina Talking About?

What Are Kohli, Raina Talking About?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Virat Kohli appeared delighted to meet former team-mate Suresh Raina.

Anju backs men's relay team, Sable to spring surprises

Anju backs men's relay team, Sable to spring surprises

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

Athletics Federation of India vice-president Anju Bobby George believes that while the spotlight will undoubtedly be on javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra to defend his Olympic title,

Olympics: Heartbreak for boxer Nishant in quarters

Olympics: Heartbreak for boxer Nishant in quarters

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

Dev becomes only the second boxer after Vijender Singh, who won bronze at the 2008 Games in Beijing, to win an Olympics medal.

Sema's Paralympic bronze, a testimony of his steely grit

Sema's Paralympic bronze, a testimony of his steely grit

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

Sema's rise in para-athletics has been nothing short of inspiring.

Pooja Jatyan's Paralympic dream shattered

Pooja Jatyan's Paralympic dream shattered

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

From 4-0 up to heartbreak: Indian archer Pooja Jatyan misses Paralympics semis berth, losing to Wu Chunyan of China

Powell praises Windies' progress despite T20 WC exit

Powell praises Windies' progress despite T20 WC exit

Rediff.com24 Jun 2024

Rovman Powell remained extremely proud of the progress the 'Men in Maroon' have made in the past year.

Spain's Euro glory built on selfless group mentality

Spain's Euro glory built on selfless group mentality

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

Spain's path to European Championship success was forged the hard way thanks to a remarkable collective effort, with several squad players coming off the bench at key moments to make decisive contributions when the team needed them the most.

Is Suryakumar Yadav better than AB de Villiers?

Is Suryakumar Yadav better than AB de Villiers?

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

The 33-year-old is virtually assured of his place in the India squad for the T20 World Cup in the US and West Indies but was out for a duck in his first match of the season against Delhi Capitals on Sunday.

Sreejesh's successor already in the making...

Sreejesh's successor already in the making...

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

Sreejesh, 36, stood rock solid in India's campaign at the Olympics and played a key role in their hard-fought 2-1 victory against Spain in the bronze-medal match.

'Bumrah Is A One-Man Army!'

'Bumrah Is A One-Man Army!'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

'Every game that he has been part of, where India has won across formats, you will see that Bumrah has left a big imprint on that game.'

Rohidas boost for India in bronze play-off vs Spain

Rohidas boost for India in bronze play-off vs Spain

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

A heart-wrenching defeat in the semi-finals notwithstanding, a demoralised Indian men's hockey team will have to regroup quickly and aim for a second consecutive podium finish at the Olympics when it takes on Spain in the bronze medal play-off in Paris on Thursday.

Why Rohit might be better off batting at No. 6

Why Rohit might be better off batting at No. 6

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

Rohit Sharma may just avoid being swayed by the proverbial outside noise and stick to the number six slot for at least the third Test against Australia, starting this weekend.

A Day That Ustad Zakir Hussain Gifted Me

A Day That Ustad Zakir Hussain Gifted Me

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

The eulogies will pour for Ustad Zakir Hussain. There will be those who recount his genius, his enterprise, his achievements, his grace, and his charm. I have no selfies or autographs to remember him by, but I will never forget his most generous and gracious gift to me -- one day in heaven, among the celestial ensemble of Indian music.

Paris Olympics: Vinesh hospitalised after being disqualified

Paris Olympics: Vinesh hospitalised after being disqualified

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

Vinesh will be replaced by the Cuban wrestler, Yuznelys Guzman, whom she beat on Tuesday.

War-torn Ukraine qualifies for Euros in emotional win

War-torn Ukraine qualifies for Euros in emotional win

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

Jubilant Ukraine reach Euro 2024 finals with Iceland win

Landslide survivors' rehab key issue in Wayanad LS bypoll

Landslide survivors' rehab key issue in Wayanad LS bypoll

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

Local residents have stressed that land acquisition for rehabilitation must be completed promptly, as it has been delayed after estate owners challenged it in the Kerala high court.

Can new coach help PV Sindhu reclaim glory?

Can new coach help PV Sindhu reclaim glory?

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

PV Sindhu still has the hunger to succeed, and the primary aim is to help her regain consistency, says her new coach Anup Sridhar, who has been roped in by the two-time Olympic medallist on a trial basis following the Paris Games.

'Mentally, I need a reset'

'Mentally, I need a reset'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

While her career has featured a number of highs -- she has won two doubles Grand Slam titles and 11 WTA titles, including the Cincinnati Masters -- Garcia said she has become fixated on what she sees as her failures.

Boxer Nishant Dev devastated by injustice at Paris Olympics

Boxer Nishant Dev devastated by injustice at Paris Olympics

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

Nishant Dev said the loss felt so heavy that he "felt like everything was ripped from me."

Iyer's century: A message to selectors!

Iyer's century: A message to selectors!

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

Shreyas Iyer on Saturday expressed his desire to make a comeback to the Indian Test squad, emphasising the hard work he has put into cultivating patience and resilience for the longer format after undergoing a back surgery.

Dismal Olympics campaign for India's shuttlers!

Dismal Olympics campaign for India's shuttlers!

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

The Indian badminton team returned empty-handed from the Olympics for the first time in over a decade.

Road to redemption: Amit Panghal eyes Olympic medal in Paris

Road to redemption: Amit Panghal eyes Olympic medal in Paris

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

A former world number one, Panghal has medals in the all big-ticket events barring the Olympics

Olympics Volleyball: France crush Poland to win back-to-back golds

Olympics Volleyball: France crush Poland to win back-to-back golds

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

France are only the third country to win back-to-back golds in men's volleyball after the former Soviet Union and the United States.

Blow for CSK! Conway Out For 8 Weeks

Blow for CSK! Conway Out For 8 Weeks

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

Devon Conway injured his left thumb during the T20I series against Australia.