News for 'Neeraj Chopra'

Neeraj hits out at hatemongers

Neeraj hits out at hatemongers

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

'Sports teaches us to be together and united.'

Humble Neeraj plays down 'greatest of all time' tag

Humble Neeraj plays down 'greatest of all time' tag

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

The 25-year-old also finds the World Championships tougher than the Olympics.

Olympic champ Neeraj turns angel investor

Olympic champ Neeraj turns angel investor

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

The company, which claims to have an annual revenue rate of US$7 million and is targeting to touch US$35 million in 2022, will also be investing in creator growth and monetisation opportunities.

Army's Pune stadium renamed after Olympic champion Neeraj

Army's Pune stadium renamed after Olympic champion Neeraj

Rediff.com27 Aug 2021

The Army Sports Institute's stadium in Pune has been renamed after Tokyo Olympics gold medallist Neeraj Chopra.

Neeraj pulls out of Commonwealth Games due to groin strain

Neeraj pulls out of Commonwealth Games due to groin strain

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

Star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has pulled out of the Commonwealth Games due to 'fitness concerns', the Indian Olympic Association said on Tuesday.

SEE: Candid moments with Neeraj, Lovlina, Manpreet

SEE: Candid moments with Neeraj, Lovlina, Manpreet

Rediff.com13 Aug 2021

In the video posted on Thakur's Twitter handle on Friday, Manpreet revealed butter chicken to be his favourite, while Lovlina said pork was her go to comfort food.

'Shah Rukh Doesn't Work For Money'

'Shah Rukh Doesn't Work For Money'

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

'For him what's important is relationships, his role, and, of course, the script.' Rediff celebrates Shah Rukh Khan's 60th birthday on November 2 with a special series that introduces us to the man behind the superstar.

Neeraj dedicates Olympic gold medal to Milkha Singh

Neeraj dedicates Olympic gold medal to Milkha Singh

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

'I didn't know it would be gold, unbelievable feeling' says javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra after his gold medal-winning feat.

Diamond League: Neeraj looks to maintain unbeaten streak

Diamond League: Neeraj looks to maintain unbeaten streak

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Newly-crowned world champion Neeraj Chopra will look to maintain his unbeaten streak in the prestigious Diamond League meet when he competes in a star-studded men's javelin throw field in Zurich on Thursday.

Neeraj reaches Portugal; to compete on June 10

Neeraj reaches Portugal; to compete on June 10

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

Olympic-bound star Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has reached Portugal to take part in an event in Lisbon on June 10, which will mark his return to international competition after more than a year.

How Neeraj qualified for the World Championships finals

How Neeraj qualified for the World Championships finals

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

The medal round is on Sunday (7:05 IST).

Chaos at javelin final: Never happened in any competition: Neeraj

Chaos at javelin final: Never happened in any competition: Neeraj

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

The men's javelin final was drama-packed as confusion reigned supreme as Neeraj Chopra was forced to retake his first throw.

Where will Diamond League winner Neeraj compete next?

Where will Diamond League winner Neeraj compete next?

Rediff.com1 Jul 2023

Neeraj Chopra will next compete in the World Athletics Championships in Budapest starting on August 19, without participating in any other meet.

Missed 90m... but Neeraj happy with Diamond heist

Missed 90m... but Neeraj happy with Diamond heist

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

Olympic javelin champion Neeraj Chopra expected to breach the 90m mark at the Diamond League final in Zurich but said he was happy to win the trophy, becoming the first Indian to do so.

India to bid for 2029, '31 World Athletics Championships

India to bid for 2029, '31 World Athletics Championships

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

India will mount a "strategic" bid for the 2029 and 2031 World Athletics Championships when the process begins later this year, hoping to get the hosting rights of one of the two editions of the showpiece, national federation spokesperson Adille Sumariwalla said on Sunday.

Black armbands, no fireworks, no cheerleaders: IPL to honour Pahalgam victims

Black armbands, no fireworks, no cheerleaders: IPL to honour Pahalgam victims

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

As a mark of respect, players and match officials will wear black armbands, and a minute's silence will be observed before the start of the match.

Fit-again Neeraj eyes history at Diamond League

Fit-again Neeraj eyes history at Diamond League

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

A fit-again Neeraj Chopra can create another piece of history when he takes part in the Diamond League Meeting in Lausanne on Friday.

Neeraj, Dinesh Karthik for India-UK 'Week of Sport'

Neeraj, Dinesh Karthik for India-UK 'Week of Sport'

Rediff.com21 Feb 2022

The British government launched the 'India-UK Week of Sport' on Monday to celebrate the incredible "living bridge" between both nations to mark India's 75th year of Independence.

Federer watches as Neeraj shines bright in Zurich

Federer watches as Neeraj shines bright in Zurich

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Roger Federer made a star-studded appearance at the Zurich leg of the Diamond League

Chopra finishes second in Diamond League Final

Chopra finishes second in Diamond League Final

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

Neeraj Chopra failed to defend his Diamond League champion's title

Time to put past to rest and focus on future: Neeraj

Time to put past to rest and focus on future: Neeraj

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

The Tokyo Olympics triumph is done and dusted for star Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, who is now looking ahead for success in the coming years as he arrived in Chula Vista, United States for his off-season training.

Meet India's new Olympic hopefuls

Meet India's new Olympic hopefuls

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

TJ, Animesh Kujur enter TOPS developmental group; Pranati named for TAGG

God has answered our prayers: Neeraj's family

God has answered our prayers: Neeraj's family

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

'Today, he has lived up to everyone's expectations and made India proud'

Will Neeraj breach 90m mark at World Athletics?

Will Neeraj breach 90m mark at World Athletics?

Rediff.com18 Jul 2022

Olympic champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra expects to breach the coveted 90m mark this year but doesn't want to think about "distance" going into the World Athletics Championships, in Eugene, United States.

What is Neeraj doing with Leander-Kim?

What is Neeraj doing with Leander-Kim?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2021

Atlanta 1996 Bronze medalist meets Tokyo 2021 Gold medalist.

Can Aleksandrovich take Indian javelin stars to new heights?

Can Aleksandrovich take Indian javelin stars to new heights?

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Aleksandrovich boasts an impressive career, with a personal best throw of 92.61m, a Russian national record set in Sheffield in 2002.

Can World Champ Neeraj pull of an encore at Diamond League Finals?

Can World Champ Neeraj pull of an encore at Diamond League Finals?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

If Chopra holds the trophy and pockets the US$30,000 prize money at the Prefontaine Classic, he will become only the third man to defend the DL overall title, though the format changed in 2017.

Will Neeraj breach 90m mark at Doha Diamond League?

Will Neeraj breach 90m mark at Doha Diamond League?

Rediff.com4 May 2023

Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra faces the likes of reigning World champion Anderson Peters of Grenada and Tokyo Olympics silver medallist Jakub Vadlejch of Czech Republic in a star-studded field in Doha.

PM Modi: Olympics-bound team will make India proud

PM Modi: Olympics-bound team will make India proud

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed confidence that India's Olympic-bound contingent will make the country proud and live up to the aspirations of 140 crore people

Neeraj's javelin, Lovlina's gloves headline second day of e-auction

Neeraj's javelin, Lovlina's gloves headline second day of e-auction

Rediff.com18 Sep 2021

Neeraj Chopra's Tokyo Olympics javelin and Lovlina Borgohain's boxing gloves hogged the limelight on day two of the third edition of the e-auction of gifts presented to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday.

Padma Bhushan for Jhajharia; Chopra gets Padma Shri

Padma Bhushan for Jhajharia; Chopra gets Padma Shri

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

Star para athlete Devendra Jhajharia was named for the prestigious Padma Bhushan, the third highest civilian honour in the country while Olympic gold winning javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra was among eight sportspersons named for the Padma Shri.

IPL champs CSK felicitate Neeraj; present him Rs 1 crore

IPL champs CSK felicitate Neeraj; present him Rs 1 crore

Rediff.com31 Oct 2021

Three-time Indian Premier League champions Chennai Super Kings on Sunday honoured Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra by presenting him Rs one crore in recognition of his historic feat at the Tokyo Games.

Reliving Neeraj's historic gold on National Javelin Day

Reliving Neeraj's historic gold on National Javelin Day

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

Several states celebrate National Javelin Day on Monday to mark Neeraj Chopra's Olympic gold winning feat

Javelin star Neeraj forced to cut short training in Turkey

Javelin star Neeraj forced to cut short training in Turkey

Rediff.com17 Mar 2020

Star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, who has qualified for the upcoming Tokyo Olympics, is returning home from his training base in Turkey owing to the coronavirus pandemic that has forced many countries to shut their doors to passengers arriving from outside. The 22-year-old Chopra has been training in Turkey for the last one month.

Athletics Worlds: Neeraj looks to break new ground

Athletics Worlds: Neeraj looks to break new ground

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

Chopra threw a personal best 89.30m at last month's Paavo Nurmi Games before improving it to 89.94m at the Stockholm Diamond League.

Saina Nehwal Hits Back At Trolls

Saina Nehwal Hits Back At Trolls

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

'Ghar pe bait ke comment karna easy hai and sports khelna difficult.'

Ahead of Olympics, Neeraj ironing out kinks in technique

Ahead of Olympics, Neeraj ironing out kinks in technique

Rediff.com11 Jul 2021

Chopra said he has missed the "natural feeling" of being in a world-class field, except for one occasion, in the run up to the Games which opens on July 23 -- that one time was the Kuortane Games event in Finland on June 26 where he won a bronze with a performance of 86.79m in a star-studded field comprising, among others, Olympics gold favourite German Johannes Vetter, who won the event with a massive throw of 93.59m.

Focus on Sable, Annu Rani at Asian Championships

Focus on Sable, Annu Rani at Asian Championships

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Both of them are banking on "conducive" conditions to ensure a strong performance.

PIX: Chopra 'happy to win World javelin silver; will take it'

PIX: Chopra 'happy to win World javelin silver; will take it'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2022

Olympic champion Neeraj admitted that his comeback from outside the medal position midway into World Athletics javelin throw final was 'challenging, but he knew that a good throw was around the corner.

Sreejesh to join Manu Bhaker as India's flag-bearer

Sreejesh to join Manu Bhaker as India's flag-bearer

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

IOA President PT Usha said Sreejesh was "both an emotional and popular choice within the IOA leadership".