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Neeraj Chopra to lead Indian team in World Athletics

Neeraj Chopra to lead Indian team in World Athletics

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

Neeraj Chopra will once again headline India's campaign in the World Athletics Championships

Indian athlete who inspires Olympic champ Duplantis.... its not Kohli, Dhoni

Indian athlete who inspires Olympic champ Duplantis.... its not Kohli, Dhoni

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

Mondo Duplantis, the reigning Olympic and world champion pole vaulter, has expressed his admiration for Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, calling him a "huge inspiration".

Pak javelin star Nadeem's Instagram blocked in India

Pak javelin star Nadeem's Instagram blocked in India

Rediff.com1 May 2025

Pakistan's Olympics gold-winning javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem's Instagram account has been blocked in India owing to a "legal request" in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack.

Olympic champ Neeraj Chopra is World No 1 Javelin Thrower

Olympic champ Neeraj Chopra is World No 1 Javelin Thrower

Rediff.com22 May 2023

The 25-year-old Chopra rose to world number two on August 30 last year but was stuck behind Peters since then.

Will These Films Win An Oscar?

Will These Films Win An Oscar?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

The festival's People's Choice Award, voted by the audience, is a strong indication of films that can eventually be nominated and even win Oscars. Twelve of the last 15 People's Choice winners have received Best Picture Oscar nominations.

Light A Candle For Pahalgam Martyrs

Light A Candle For Pahalgam Martyrs

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

Light a candle to their memory, to show their families and the world that we care. To show that we will not forget, nor will we forgive.

Defending Olympic gold in Paris will be tough: Neeraj

Defending Olympic gold in Paris will be tough: Neeraj

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

Neeraj Chopra has displayed sizzling form in season 2023, winning almost everything on offer. However, the star athlete has no qualms admitting that defending his gold medal at the Paris Olympics will be a huge challenge since maintaining top form on a consistent basis is not easy.

PIX: Clayton twins shine; Tebogo wins 200m by a whisker

PIX: Clayton twins shine; Tebogo wins 200m by a whisker

Rediff.com17 May 2025

Images from the Diamond League meet at Qatar Sports Club Stadium, Doha, on Friday.

'No One Can Dare To Experiment A Maharashtra In Bihar'

'No One Can Dare To Experiment A Maharashtra In Bihar'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

'After the 2020 Bihar assembly polls when our party got only 43 seats and our ally the BJP got 73 seats, Nitish Kumar refused to become chief minister and assured the BJP that he will support the government led by anyone.' 'But the BJP's top leaders told Nitish Kumar that as the NDA contested the polls under his leadership, the next government will be headed by him.'

What Abhinav Gifted Neeraj...

What Abhinav Gifted Neeraj...

Rediff.com22 Sep 2021

'I hope that Tokyo will be a supportive friend and motivate you to get a sibling named Paris for him in 2024!'

Neeraj Chopra's stunning comeback dominates Lausanne Diamond League

Neeraj Chopra's stunning comeback dominates Lausanne Diamond League

Rediff.com1 Jul 2023

Neeraj claimed victory in the men's javelin event with a remarkable throw of 87.66m

First of many, says Chopra after landmark effort

First of many, says Chopra after landmark effort

Rediff.com17 May 2025

More 90m throws to come this season: Neeraj Chopra

'My best is yet to come': Neeraj Chopra

'My best is yet to come': Neeraj Chopra

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

He also said that "in some way or the other," his preparations for Paris Olympics will be different, though he did not elaborate.

Bhopal's 90-degree bridge: 8 engineers face action, firm blacklisted

Bhopal's 90-degree bridge: 8 engineers face action, firm blacklisted

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Seven engineers including two chief engineers were suspended with immediate effect while a departmental inquiry will be conducted against a retired superintendent engineer, he added.

Neeraj Chopra preps for Worlds, Asiad, CWG

Neeraj Chopra preps for Worlds, Asiad, CWG

Rediff.com10 Apr 2022

Here's hoping he brings more glory for India!

HC sets aside CIC order to disclose Modi's degree

HC sets aside CIC order to disclose Modi's degree

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

The Delhi High Court has set aside a Central Information Commission (CIC) order that directed the disclosure of information related to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's bachelor's degree.

Chemistry prof convicted of electrocuting husband challenges autopsy

Chemistry prof convicted of electrocuting husband challenges autopsy

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

A former chemistry professor sentenced to life imprisonment for killing her husband by electrocution has challenged the autopsy report in the Madhya Pradesh high court, arguing the case based on her own knowledge of the subject.

'I Needed To Deep Dive Into My Anger...'

'I Needed To Deep Dive Into My Anger...'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

'I have achieved a sort of liberation as an actor and as a person after Khakee: The Bengal Chapter.'

Neeraj Chopra sets sight on defending Olympic gold

Neeraj Chopra sets sight on defending Olympic gold

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Superstar javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on Friday said he will do everything under the sun to defend his Olympic title in Paris next year and his World Championships title in 2025.

Let's not talk about the throw, it was not up to it: Neeraj Chopra

Let's not talk about the throw, it was not up to it: Neeraj Chopra

Rediff.com16 May 2024

Neeraj Chopra won again, but not in the manner he would have liked to, and he had no qualms in admitting it.

Neeraj Chopra's battle: Can he overcome fitness challenges?

Neeraj Chopra's battle: Can he overcome fitness challenges?

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

Neeraj clinched his second consecutive Diamond League title on June 30 with a throw of 87.66m -- an effort that was not close to his best in recent past.

Diamond League: Neeraj participation subject to fitness

Diamond League: Neeraj participation subject to fitness

Rediff.com21 Aug 2022

Chopra had missed the Birmingham CWG due to a "minor" groin strain he suffered while winning a historic silver in the World Championships in Eugene, USA last month. He was advised one-month rest.

India's newest pro boxer ready to dominate...

India's newest pro boxer ready to dominate...

Rediff.com21 May 2025

Former World championship bronze medallist Simranjit Kaur has become the latest Indian boxer to turn professional.

Indian Archers Flop at World Cup Stage 4

Indian Archers Flop at World Cup Stage 4

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

The Indian men's team, seeded ninth, fared no better, suffering an equally disappointing exit in their opening round (also the pre-quarterfinals), losing 2-6 to eighth seed Brazil.

Princess Vibes! Janhvi At Cannes

Princess Vibes! Janhvi At Cannes

Rediff.com21 May 2025

The elegant actor walked the red carpet for her film, Homebound.

SEE: Neeraj Chopra's Gold medal-winning throw

SEE: Neeraj Chopra's Gold medal-winning throw

Rediff.com6 May 2023

Chopra's world-leading throw of 88.67m in his first attempt was never surpassed.

I was a bit nervous: Neeraj Chopra after title-winning throw

I was a bit nervous: Neeraj Chopra after title-winning throw

Rediff.com1 Jul 2023

'I am relieved it is coming together well for me. A win is a win and I will take that happily.'

Priyanka Brings OTT Action In July

Priyanka Brings OTT Action In July

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

July has interesting OTT entertainment awaiting you.

Neeraj Chopra competes for World Athlete of the Year crown

Neeraj Chopra competes for World Athlete of the Year crown

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

The 25-year-old Indian was one of the five athletes shortlisted for the prestigious honour.

Chopra finishes 2nd at Poland meet

Chopra finishes 2nd at Poland meet

Rediff.com24 May 2025

Julian Weber finished atop the pile with a throw of 86.12m.

Asian Games: Neeraj Chopra confident despite 'injury' worry

Asian Games: Neeraj Chopra confident despite 'injury' worry

Rediff.com30 Sep 2023

Neeraj Chopra said the challenge throughout the season was how to keep his mind away from the injury and focus more on his game.

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

SC recalls verdict ordering liquidation of Bhushan Power and Steel

SC recalls verdict ordering liquidation of Bhushan Power and Steel

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

In a significant development, the Supreme Court on Thursday recalled its controversial May 2 verdict that had ordered liquidation of Bhushan Power & Steel Limited (BPSL) while setting aside a resolution plan of JSW Steel Limited for the ailing firm. A bench comprising Chief Justice B R Gavai and Justice Satish Chandra Sharma observed that the May 2 judgment, authored by Justice Bela M Trivedi, since retired, did not "correctly consider the legal position as has been laid down in the catena of judgments".

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.

Neeraj to miss second event after sustaining muscle strain

Neeraj to miss second event after sustaining muscle strain

Rediff.com10 Jun 2023

Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has pulled out of the prestigious Paavo Nurmi Games to be held on June 13 at Turku in Finland.

Rahul Gandhi's 'photo' on sanitary pads: IYC files complaints

Rahul Gandhi's 'photo' on sanitary pads: IYC files complaints

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

The Indian Youth Congress has filed police complaints in multiple states alleging a "coordinated and defamatory" digital campaign targeting Rahul Gandhi and undermining the dignity of women, following a row over his image on sanitary pad packets to be distributed in Bihar.

The motivation is to throw farther and farther: Neeraj

The motivation is to throw farther and farther: Neeraj

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

Neeraj Chopra said it was a dream come true to win the World Championships gold medal.

List of 26 people who were killed in Pahalgam terror attack

List of 26 people who were killed in Pahalgam terror attack

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

All 26 victims were men.

Tejashwi Yadav draws NDA flak for calling Modi a pickpocket

Tejashwi Yadav draws NDA flak for calling Modi a pickpocket

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

It drew condemnation from the ruling NDA in Bihar which reprimanded the Leader of the Opposition for his choice of words.

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.