News for 'Olympics'

India's Olympic Heartbreak: 6 Near-Misses

India's Olympic Heartbreak: 6 Near-Misses

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

Six Indian athletes found themselves agonisingly close to the podium, ultimately falling short.

Bhaker shrugs off Olympic fame: 'Nothing has changed'

Bhaker shrugs off Olympic fame: 'Nothing has changed'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Ace Indian shooter Manu Bhaker stated that 'nothing' has changed in her life following her two bronze medals at the recently concluded Paris Olympics.

Diamond League: Sable fades as Ethiopians dominate again

Diamond League: Sable fades as Ethiopians dominate again

Rediff.com3 May 2025

India's top 3000m steeplechaser Avinash Sable finished eighth in the Diamond League Meeting in Keqiao, China, with a time of 8 minutes and 23.85 seconds.

PM Applauds Chopra's Career-Best Throw

PM Applauds Chopra's Career-Best Throw

Rediff.com17 May 2025

History was made under the Doha lights as Neeraj Chopra finally broke the 90-meter barrier - a mark he had chased for years.

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.

I'm not done yet: PV Sindhu eyes LA 2028 Olympics

I'm not done yet: PV Sindhu eyes LA 2028 Olympics

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

PV Sindhu says if she remains injury-free and in peak physical condition, she will aim for a third medal.

Serena, Simone, Sha'Carri Rule Met Gala

Serena, Simone, Sha'Carri Rule Met Gala

Rediff.com6 May 2025

From Grand Slam champions to Olympic gold medalists, some of the world's most iconic athletes brought their signature style to the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.

How Satwik-Chirag defied odds, injury to stay afloat

How Satwik-Chirag defied odds, injury to stay afloat

Rediff.com31 May 2025

It's a good sign, best is yet to come: Satwik-Chirag on semifinal finish at Singapore Open

'Compensation of athletes, IOC's main concern'

'Compensation of athletes, IOC's main concern'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Drawing comparisons with other professional sports, Moses said track and field athletes have missed out on the financial boom due to the lack of a players' union.

Why Pakistan's Arshad declined Neeraj's invitation

Why Pakistan's Arshad declined Neeraj's invitation

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Arshad Nadeem declines Neeraj Chopra's invite to compete in NC Classic javelin event

World Cup medal and Olympic gold: Hockey captain's big goals

World Cup medal and Olympic gold: Hockey captain's big goals

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

India men's hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh has two Olympic bronze medals in his cabinet, but rues missing out on World Cup glory.

French Open Day 1 PIX: Sabalenka, Svitolina make fast starts

French Open Day 1 PIX: Sabalenka, Svitolina make fast starts

Rediff.com25 May 2025

Images from Day 1 of the 2025 French Open in Paris on Sunday.

Paris Olympics: India's weightlifting woes exposed

Paris Olympics: India's weightlifting woes exposed

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

This Olympic cycle has been marred by injuries for Chanu, who turned 30 just a day after the competition in Paris.

Beware! Cybercriminals May Target Olympics

Beware! Cybercriminals May Target Olympics

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Domains spoofing the legitimate Olympics Web site, while fake mobile apps masquerading as transport, booking, or other planning apps are also certain to be leveraged by fraudsters during the event, cybersecurity firms say, which puts Indian users also at risk.

'I Want To Win Gold At World Cup, Asian Games, Olympics'

'I Want To Win Gold At World Cup, Asian Games, Olympics'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

'I've faced my share of obstacles, but I've always believed that hard work can overcome anything.'

Good news for India! Compound archery set for LA debut

Good news for India! Compound archery set for LA debut

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Compound archery will make its Olympic debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Games, providing a massive boost to India's elusive medal hopes in the precision sport.

Neeraj Chopra, 3 other Indians in fray for Doha DL

Neeraj Chopra, 3 other Indians in fray for Doha DL

Rediff.com11 May 2025

Neeraj-led four Indians to compete in Doha Diamond League on May 16

Italy's Stano breaks 35-km race walk world record

Italy's Stano breaks 35-km race walk world record

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Massimo Stano broke the men's 35-km race walk world record with a time of two hours, 20 minutes and 43 seconds at the European Race Walking Team Championships.

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.

RCB Fan Sunak Lauds IPL's Growing Influence

RCB Fan Sunak Lauds IPL's Growing Influence

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Cricket back in Olympics after 100 years because of India: Former UK PM Sunak

Neighbours Celebrate An Olympic Champion!

Neighbours Celebrate An Olympic Champion!

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

Already the first Irish woman to win medals in two Olympics, pride was running high. And then she went for the gold and Diamond Park erupted in thunderous whoops of joy.

Final Olympics for These Great Athletes

Final Olympics for These Great Athletes

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

The big names who will be bidding for a podium finish before bidding farewell...

Six-time Olympic champion Hoy reveals he has terminal cancer

Six-time Olympic champion Hoy reveals he has terminal cancer

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

Britain's six-time Olympic track cycling champion Chris Hoy revealed he has "two to four years" to live after he was diagnosed with terminal prostate cancer.

Sabalenka seeks revenge in fiery quarters clash

Sabalenka seeks revenge in fiery quarters clash

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Paul must overcome defending champion Alcaraz in the quarter-finals to keep his quest for a maiden Grand Slam title alive.

'Brand' Welcome Awaits Olympic Stars

'Brand' Welcome Awaits Olympic Stars

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

'The Paris Olympics has once again blessed the Indian sports marketing landscape with fresh faces and promises.' 'Expect at least one biopic.'

Olympic champions unsurprised by Manu's success

Olympic champions unsurprised by Manu's success

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

Olympic champions like Anna Korakaki and Nino Salkuvadze, who have observed Manu are not surprised by her sensational performance so far.

Olympic medallist Bajrang Punia banned for 4 years!

Olympic medallist Bajrang Punia banned for 4 years!

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

The suspension means that Bajrang Punia will not be able to return to competitive wrestling and apply for a coaching job abroad

The first Italian woman to win the Italian Open in 40 years!

The first Italian woman to win the Italian Open in 40 years!

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Jasmine Paolini became the first Italian woman to win the Italian Open in 40 years when she beat American world number three Coco Gauff in the final.

When it comes to pole vaulting, I'm the best: Duplantis

When it comes to pole vaulting, I'm the best: Duplantis

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

Pole vault sensation Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis, crowned World Sportsman of the Year at the Laureus Awards, says no competitor in history could match him jump for jump.

A Century Of Inspiring Olympic Moments

A Century Of Inspiring Olympic Moments

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

From the early pioneers to today's global superstars, the Olympics have captured hearts and minds, shaping cultures and inspiring generations.

LA28: US team's participation in doubt

LA28: US team's participation in doubt

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

'They are not a full-member (of the ICC) but being the Olympic hosts, the US naturally have a claim to be there, which makes it such a tough decision.'

Sharmila And Kenny's Olympic Love Story

Sharmila And Kenny's Olympic Love Story

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

Sharmila Nicollet and Kenny Bednarek have been dating since 2020, the year he won his first silver medal at the Tokyo Olympics.

Asian Athletics: Sachin, Parul bag silver; India sign off with 24 medals

Asian Athletics: Sachin, Parul bag silver; India sign off with 24 medals

Rediff.com31 May 2025

A new national record, a string of personal bests, and six final-day medals capped India's campaign at the 26th Asian Athletics Championships as they signed off with a total haul of 24 medals.

Will Bengaluru witness Neeraj face-off with Arshad?

Will Bengaluru witness Neeraj face-off with Arshad?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Neeraj Chopra's event granted category A status by World Athletics.

Sreejesh conferred with Padma Bhushan

Sreejesh conferred with Padma Bhushan

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

PR Sreejesh was among the 19 recipients of the Padma Bhushan in 2025, it's the third highest civilian honour.

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.

Abhinav Bindra awarded Olympic Order by IOC

Abhinav Bindra awarded Olympic Order by IOC

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

Indian shooting legend Abhinav Bindra has been awarded with Olympic Order by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for his outstanding services to the Olympic movement

Hockey India announces bonus for Olympic medalists

Hockey India announces bonus for Olympic medalists

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

Hockey India on Thursday announced a cash prize of Rs 15 lakh each for the players and Rs 7.5 lakh each for the support staff of the national men's team that won a second consecutive bronze medal at the Olympic Games.

Advances worth 8cr to TOPS athletes unaccounted for

Advances worth 8cr to TOPS athletes unaccounted for

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

As per the official procedure, athletes have to submit bills within 15 days of the completion of a training or competition for which advance has been disbursed.

Manpreet eyes unprecedented 5th Olympic appearance

Manpreet eyes unprecedented 5th Olympic appearance

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

Manpreet Singh foresees an unprecedented fifth Olympic appearance for himself in the 2028 Los Angeles Games before he calls time on his career.