News for 'National Games'

Rs 230 crore! Virat Kohli highest earning player in IPL history

Rs 230 crore! Virat Kohli highest earning player in IPL history

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Virat Kohli has emerged as the highest earner in IPL history, grossing Rs 230 crore. Kolkata Knight Riders leads franchise valuations at over Rs 19,200 crore.

Chelsea appoint Alonso as manager seeking stability after turbulent spell

Chelsea appoint Alonso as manager seeking stability after turbulent spell

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Xabi Alonso will take over as Chelsea's new manager, the Premier League club said on Sunday, with the Spaniard signing a four-year deal beginning on July 1.

Indian Archery Team Grapples With Issues Ahead Of World Cup

Indian Archery Team Grapples With Issues Ahead Of World Cup

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Indian archery faces poor planning and the absence of a full-time foreign coach as they prepare for the World Cup Stage 2 in Shanghai, raising concerns ahead of the Asian Games.

Why Rachin Ravindra suddenly left KKR mid-season

Why Rachin Ravindra suddenly left KKR mid-season

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders confirm Rachin Ravindra's departure to prepare for New Zealand's Test tour of England, impacting KKR's squad balance in a crucial phase of the IPL season.

Arshdeep Kaur Outshines Manu Bhaker to Win National Selection Trials

Arshdeep Kaur Outshines Manu Bhaker to Win National Selection Trials

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Arshdeep Kaur emerged victorious in the 25m pistol women's event at the National Selection Trials, surpassing Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker.

Neymar earns Brazil World Cup recall under Ancelotti

Neymar earns Brazil World Cup recall under Ancelotti

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Carlo Ancelotti has recalled Neymar to Brazil's squad for next month's FIFA World Cup, backing the veteran forward's fitness and experience despite his injury-disrupted recent years.

A Museum Where You Can Drive A Formula E Car!

A Museum Where You Can Drive A Formula E Car!

Rediff.com21 May 2026

This is just one of the things you can experience in the Mahindra museum -- The Museum of Living History -- whose sleek, immersive design made Rediff's Mayur Sanap feel he was walking into a Tron movie. Except, instead of neon blue tones, the dominant colour everywhere was Mahindra's signature red which made the space feel bold and dramatic.

How Parents Can Deal With Child's Gaming Addiction

How Parents Can Deal With Child's Gaming Addiction

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

'Look at what kind of sites the child is visiting, what kind of games they are playing and then tell them about the pitfalls.' 'After the child sleeps, parents can check the history of sites visited and block sites that could be dangerous or inappropriate.'

IPL 2026: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Dragged Into Child Labour Row

IPL 2026: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Dragged Into Child Labour Row

Rediff.com13 May 2026

A Karnataka-based activist's threat to file a 'child labour' complaint against the Rajasthan Royals for fielding 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the IPL has ignited a debate on nurturing young talent versus perceived exploitation, drawing widespread disbelief and criticism.

IPL 2026: How Klaasen Became SRH's Mr Indispensable

IPL 2026: How Klaasen Became SRH's Mr Indispensable

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Heinrich Klaasen has emerged as the cornerstone of Sunrisers Hyderabad's batting lineup in IPL 2026, consistently delivering impactful performances and justifying his hefty price tag.

NEET paper leak: CBI arrests 5; TN CM Vijay calls for abolishing test

NEET paper leak: CBI arrests 5; TN CM Vijay calls for abolishing test

Rediff.com14 May 2026

The CBI has arrested five individuals and conducted searches across India in connection with the NEET UG paper leak case. Protests have intensified, and calls for the Education Minister's resignation have grown louder. Political parties are trading blame, and the Supreme Court is considering a plea for an overhaul of the National Testing Agency.

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.

IPL 2026: Meet Madhav Tiwari, DC's New Match-Winner

IPL 2026: Meet Madhav Tiwari, DC's New Match-Winner

Rediff.com12 May 2026

Madhav Tiwari, a 22-year-old all-rounder from Madhya Pradesh, delivered a Player of the Match performance on his IPL debut for Delhi Capitals, showcasing his talent with both bat and ball.

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.

Unified Training Camps Key To India's Thomas Cup Bronze

Unified Training Camps Key To India's Thomas Cup Bronze

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Unified high-performance training camps in Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Guwahati played a crucial role in India's bronze medal win at the Thomas Cup, with top shuttlers benefiting from the focused preparation.

French Open: Players demand fairer revenue sharing, stronger representation

French Open: Players demand fairer revenue sharing, stronger representation

Rediff.com22 May 2026

A simmering dispute between players and the Grand Slams over revenue sharing intensified at the French Open on Friday, with Novak Djokovic warning the sport risked further fragmentation as leading players pressed for a greater voice in shaping its future.

Manu Bhaker Determined To Reignite Competitive Spark

Manu Bhaker Determined To Reignite Competitive Spark

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Indian shooter Manu Bhaker is preparing for the Asian Games and World Championships, aiming to reignite her competitive edge after a quiet spell following the Paris Games. She also expressed excitement about shooting's return to the 2030 Commonwealth Games in India.

Vinesh Phogat Confirms Entry To Gonda Ranking Tournament

Vinesh Phogat Confirms Entry To Gonda Ranking Tournament

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat confirms her participation in the upcoming ranking tournament in Gonda after initial registration issues with the Wrestling Federation of India.

Racquet Stringing Professionals Attend Workshop In Delhi

Racquet Stringing Professionals Attend Workshop In Delhi

Rediff.com11 May 2026

A technical workshop for racquet stringing professionals was held in Delhi, focusing on advanced techniques and international standards.

Morocco declared Africa Cup of Nations champions after Senegal stripped of title

Morocco declared Africa Cup of Nations champions after Senegal stripped of title

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Morocco were declared Africa Cup of Nations champions and Senegal were stripped of the title after an appeal over the result of the final was upheld by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) on Tuesday.

New Zealand delay launch of new T20 competition amid scheduling challenges

New Zealand delay launch of new T20 competition amid scheduling challenges

Rediff.com11 May 2026

NZ20 organisers initially planned to launch a six-team league of privately owned franchises for the coming summer but had agreed to hold off in part due to the international schedule, New Zealand Cricket (NZC) said.

Carlo Ancelotti To Manage Brazil Until 2030 World Cup

Carlo Ancelotti To Manage Brazil Until 2030 World Cup

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Carlo Ancelotti has extended his contract as the manager of the Brazilian national football team until the 2030 World Cup.

FIFA Confident Of Iran's World Cup Participation After 'Positive Meeting'

FIFA Confident Of Iran's World Cup Participation After 'Positive Meeting'

Rediff.com17 May 2026

FIFA Secretary-General Mattias Grafstrom expressed confidence in Iran's participation in the upcoming World Cup after a meeting with Iran's FA President Mehdi Taj, despite concerns over visa issues and political tensions.

How Sourav Kothari Overcame Grief To Win Billiards Title

How Sourav Kothari Overcame Grief To Win Billiards Title

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Sourav Kothari discusses his emotional journey to winning the IBSF World Billiards Championship, highlighting the impact of his father's death and his aspirations for cue sports in the Commonwealth Games.

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.

PSPB and RSPB Secure Early Wins at National Table Tennis Championships

PSPB and RSPB Secure Early Wins at National Table Tennis Championships

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Traditional powerhouses PSPB and RSPB began their campaigns strongly at the 87th UTT Senior National Table Tennis Championships, securing dominant victories and moving closer to the knockout stage.

Modric undergoes cheekbone surgery ahead of World Cup

Modric undergoes cheekbone surgery ahead of World Cup

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Croatia and AC Milan's Luka Modric sustained the injury following a clash of heads with Juventus midfielder Manuel Locatelli during their Serie A match on Sunday.

Bangladesh forms committee to investigate 2026 T20 World Cup withdrawal

Bangladesh forms committee to investigate 2026 T20 World Cup withdrawal

Rediff.com11 May 2026

According to the media reports, the committee will examine the reasons behind the decision not to play the tournament and determine if there were any diplomatic or strategic failures involved.

ONGC Launches 7th Para Games for Oil and Gas PSUs

ONGC Launches 7th Para Games for Oil and Gas PSUs

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

ONGC launched the 7th Para Games 2026 in New Delhi, featuring around 300 Divyang athletes from eight oil and gas PSUs, highlighting the company's commitment to inclusiveness and employee empowerment.

India's Thomas Cup title defence ends in semi-final defeat to France

India's Thomas Cup title defence ends in semi-final defeat to France

Rediff.com3 May 2026

India's Thomas Cup title defence ended in the semifinals with a 3-0 loss to France, resulting in a bronze medal. The absence of Lakshya Sen impacted India's performance as H.S. Prannoy, Ayush Shetty, and Kidambi Srikanth all suffered defeats.

Indian Sports Officials Warned Against Treating Events As Holidays

Indian Sports Officials Warned Against Treating Events As Holidays

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Indian sports administrators have been warned against treating multi-sport events as 'paid holidays'. The ministry has also reiterated the need for videography of selection trials for transparency.

Why SAI Suspended Boxing Camp And What Happens Next

Why SAI Suspended Boxing Camp And What Happens Next

Rediff.com11 May 2026

The Sports Authority of India (SAI) has suspended a boxing assessment camp in Patiala due to irregularities in the selection process, demanding transparency and fairness from the Boxing Federation of India (BFI).

How Punjab Plans To Strengthen Hockey With Dutch Expertise

How Punjab Plans To Strengthen Hockey With Dutch Expertise

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has invited Dutch hockey legend Floris Jan Bovelander to help strengthen hockey in the state, particularly ahead of the Asian Champions Trophy. Mann emphasised the government's commitment to restoring the sport's glory and highlighted Punjab's rich hockey legacy.

Sreejesh Voices Frustration Over Hockey India Coaching Decision

Sreejesh Voices Frustration Over Hockey India Coaching Decision

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Former India goalkeeper PR Sreejesh has publicly criticised Hockey India's decision to remove him as junior men's team coach after 17 months, questioning the preference for foreign coaches. Hockey India has rejected Sreejesh's claims, stating his contract ended as scheduled and a new coach was selected through a formal process.

India U17 Women Must Beat Lebanon To Advance

India U17 Women Must Beat Lebanon To Advance

Rediff.com7 May 2026

India U17 Women's team face Lebanon in a must-win game in the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup, with a chance to qualify for the knockout stage for the first time.

Shreyas Iyer joins Mumbai Falcons as face of F1 sim racing push

Shreyas Iyer joins Mumbai Falcons as face of F1 sim racing push

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited (MFRL) has named Shreyas Iyer as the brand ambassador for its Formula 1 programme in India.

Delhi Marathon: Karkera storms to victory, seals Asian Games spot

Delhi Marathon: Karkera storms to victory, seals Asian Games spot

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

Kartik Karkera won the 11th New Delhi Marathon, surpassing the Asian Games qualifying standard, along with two other runners. Over 30,000 runners participated in the event.

WFI President Guarantees Vinesh Phogat's Safety Amidst Venue Concerns

WFI President Guarantees Vinesh Phogat's Safety Amidst Venue Concerns

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Wrestling Federation of India president Sanjay Singh has guaranteed Vinesh Phogat's safety at the National Open Ranking Tournament in Gonda, dismissing concerns about the venue's association with former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

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.

Neeru Dhanda Seventh As India's Medal Wait Continues

Neeru Dhanda Seventh As India's Medal Wait Continues

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Neeru Dhanda finished seventh in the women's trap final at the ISSF Shotgun World Cup, continuing India's medal drought in the competition. Despite a strong comeback in qualification, she was eliminated early in the final. Australia's Penny Smith won gold, setting a world record.