News for 'Para'

Ranji Trophy: MP trounce Maharashtra, enter quarters

Ranji Trophy: MP trounce Maharashtra, enter quarters

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Ranji Trophy: MP enter quarterfinals; Saurashtra on brink of qualification

Year of the Woman: How India's Sportswomen Owned 2025

Year of the Woman: How India's Sportswomen Owned 2025

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

They weren't up for a windfall even after the trophy but life was certain to get a lot better as some sponsors and state governments stepped up to lift them financially.

Para World Cup: Shooter Narwal wins two silver

Para World Cup: Shooter Narwal wins two silver

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

Manish Narwal won a silver medal each in the men's 10m air pistol (SH1) individual and team events at the WSPS Para Shooting World Cup.

Kolkata: BLOs protesting over SIR workload clash with cops; EC calls them...

Kolkata: BLOs protesting over SIR workload clash with cops; EC calls them...

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Booth-level officers in Kolkata scuffled with police during a protest against alleged excessive work pressure related to the ongoing SIR process. The officers allege unrealistic deadlines and lack of support from the Election Commission.

India left embarrassed at Para Shooting World Cup

India left embarrassed at Para Shooting World Cup

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Flash targets for Para Shooting World Cup trap finals create controversy.

Baramulla CEO sacked for controversial gag order

Baramulla CEO sacked for controversial gag order

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

The chief education officer of Baramulla district was removed from his post after issuing a circular restricting teaching staff from criticizing government policies on social media, sparking controversy and criticism.

IndiGo Board Unsure If CEO Must Go

IndiGo Board Unsure If CEO Must Go

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

'I don't think it is right to remove him over one lapse. The focus should be on restoring operations, not on removing a key management personnel.'

TN voter roll trimmed by about 1 cr after SIR exercise

TN voter roll trimmed by about 1 cr after SIR exercise

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

Tamil Nadu's electoral roll has been revised, resulting in the removal of 9.74 million voters following an enumeration exercise. The state's electoral roll now stands at 5.43 crore voters.

Days after quitting Union cabinet, Paras says he's still with NDA

Days after quitting Union cabinet, Paras says he's still with NDA

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

Former Union minister Pashupati Kumar Paras, who quit after his Lok Janshakti Party faction was not given any seat by the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance in Bihar for the Lok Sabha elections, on Saturday announced his party's support to the ruling alliance, ending speculation over his next course of action.

LG asks Delhi police to track ammonium nitrate sales

LG asks Delhi police to track ammonium nitrate sales

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Delhi LG V K Saxena has directed police to maintain a digital record of entities purchasing and selling ammonium nitrate and to undertake rigorous security audits of busy markets and ISBTs, days after a blast near the Red Fort.

NDA begins govt formation talks in Bihar after landslide victory

NDA begins govt formation talks in Bihar after landslide victory

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

Following their landslide victory in the Bihar assembly polls, NDA leaders have begun discussions on forming a new government. Key coalition partners visited Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's residence, expressing support for his continued leadership. The article also touches on political developments within the RJD and reactions to the election results.

Thamma, F1, Emily In Paris: OTT's December Line-up

Thamma, F1, Emily In Paris: OTT's December Line-up

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

There will be a lot of excitement in the theatres in December but OTT entertainment looks good too.

Para shuttler Bhagat suspended for 18 months, to miss Paris Paralympics

Para shuttler Bhagat suspended for 18 months, to miss Paris Paralympics

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

Tokyo gold medallist para shuttler Pramod Bhagat will not be able to defend his title at the Paris Paralympics after he was handed a 18-month suspension for breaching BWF's anti-doping whereabouts clause.

Pashupati Paras resigns from Union cabinet after BJP opts for Chirag in Bihar

Pashupati Paras resigns from Union cabinet after BJP opts for Chirag in Bihar

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

BJP-led NDA gave five seats to the Chirag Paswan-led LJP (Ram Vilas).

Have Climate Summits Lost The Mojo?

Have Climate Summits Lost The Mojo?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

How the UN's flagship climate summit lost its direction and what's at stake.

Collapsed at 4am, wins gold hours later: Paralympic hero

Collapsed at 4am, wins gold hours later: Paralympic hero

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

After defying medical advice and spending few hours at a Delhi hospital, Poland's Roza wins gold

J-K youth held for providing support to Pahalgham terrorists

J-K youth held for providing support to Pahalgham terrorists

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Police in Srinagar have arrested a man from Kulgam district for allegedly providing logistical support to terrorists involved in the April 22 Pahalgham attack.

Setback for Omar as NC tastes its first ever defeat in Budgam

Setback for Omar as NC tastes its first ever defeat in Budgam

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

The NC has won every assembly election in Budgam whenever it has fielded a candidate from the Shia-dominated segment. The only time the seat was not represented by the NC was in 1972 when the party had boycotted the polls across J-K.

Historic! J&K Register First Ever Ranji Win Over Delhi

Historic! J&K Register First Ever Ranji Win Over Delhi

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

A spirited Jammu and Kashmir, riding on opener Qamran Iqbal's superb hundred, thrashed Delhi by seven wickets.

Delhi eye outright win over J&K

Delhi eye outright win over J&K

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

They will have their task cut out against a batting line-up that has veteran skipper Paras Dogra and seasoned Shubham Khajuria ready to take the attack back to the opposition camp.

Body of missing soldier found in J-K, search on for another

Body of missing soldier found in J-K, search on for another

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

The soldiers, both commandos of an elite Para unit, went missing during a combing operation in the Kokernag area on Tuesday. The operation was launched two days ago in the Ahlan Gadole area, following inputs that a group of terrorists was hiding in the area, officials said.

Kangana's next big role isn't in movies or politics...

Kangana's next big role isn't in movies or politics...

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Kangana Ranaut named brand ambassador of World Para Athletics Championships

India shines: Historic 73 medals at Asian Para Games

India shines: Historic 73 medals at Asian Para Games

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

The Indian contingent has surpassed its previous record from the 2018 Asian Para Games in Hangzhou, China, with a total of 73 medals in the current edition.

India gear up for dominance at Asian Para Games

India gear up for dominance at Asian Para Games

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

India to send 446-member contingent to Asian Para Games

Post surgery, Manasi Joshi Sets Sights on World Championships

Post surgery, Manasi Joshi Sets Sights on World Championships

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

'In general, I needed a short break from sports because I had worked extremely hard for the Paralympics. I was happy with my performance, but not winning a medal left me a little disappointed. I channelled my energy into other things... overall, the past year has been wonderful in its own way.'

CAT Tips: Can You Read 300 Words In A Minute?

CAT Tips: Can You Read 300 Words In A Minute?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

In Week 8 of Rediff's MBA preparation series, CAT expert Aashish Sood shares strategies that will help improve your reading comprehension and verbal ability skills.

Want to buy items gifted to Modi? Check this out

Want to buy items gifted to Modi? Check this out

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

An e-auction of over 1,300 items gifted to Prime Minister Narendra Modi has begun, featuring items such as a statue of Goddess Bhavani, an Ayodhya Ram Temple model, and sports memorabilia from the 2024 Paralympic Games. Proceeds will go to the Namami Gange project.

World Para Athletics: India win silver, bronze in F46 javelin after protest

World Para Athletics: India win silver, bronze in F46 javelin after protest

Rediff.com25 May 2024

Rinku Hooda and Ajeet Singh finished third and fourth respectively in the men's F46 javelin throw final on Friday, but the result was put on hold after India lodged a protest that Herath was ineligible to compete in the category.

India set to be confirmed as 2030 Commonwealth Games hosts!

India set to be confirmed as 2030 Commonwealth Games hosts!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

India's 2030 Commonwealth Games bid is set to be formally approved on Wednesday at the Commonwealth Sport's general assembly in Glasgow.

PIX: India's Para athletes ready to conquer Paris

PIX: India's Para athletes ready to conquer Paris

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Indian athletes accorded grand send-off ahead of Paralympics Games

Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium to be revamped as Sports City

Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium to be revamped as Sports City

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

The iconic Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi will be "dismantled" to create a Sports City that will cater to all major disciplines and include lodging facility for athletes.

Who Gets Your PF Money After You...

Who Gets Your PF Money After You...

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

EPF nominations decide inheritance -- here's what happens if you don't file.

India bag record 111 medals at Para Asian Games

India bag record 111 medals at Para Asian Games

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

With 29 gold, 31 silver and 51 bronze in their kitty, the Indian para athletes won four medals more than the record tally of 107 won by the able-bodied athletes in the Hangzhou Asian Games, held from September 23 to October 8.

No rest till Constitution amended to fix timeline for governors: Stalin

No rest till Constitution amended to fix timeline for governors: Stalin

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam president M K Stalin on Friday asserted that "there will be no rest" until amending the Constitution to fix timelines for governors to clear bills.

'It Doesn't Matter If It's T10, T20, T5'

'It Doesn't Matter If It's T10, T20, T5'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

'I just enjoy it. So when I step onto the field, I don't think anything else. I just want to make the maximum of the moment.'

Ranji Trophy: Young Kushagra dazzles with double ton

Ranji Trophy: Young Kushagra dazzles with double ton

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

Jharkhand''s Kumar Kushagra slams double-ton against Baroda in Ranji Trophy

Drama in RJD camp: Lalu gives away tickets, Tejashwi stops it

Drama in RJD camp: Lalu gives away tickets, Tejashwi stops it

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

A stampede-like situation was witnessed on Monday outside 10, Circular Road, the bungalow allotted to the RJD supremo's wife Rabri Devi, a former CM, when the couple returned from Delhi, where they had appeared before a court.

Delhi court rejects Nirmala Sitharaman's plea

Delhi court rejects Nirmala Sitharaman's plea

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

A Delhi court refused Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's request to prevent AAP leader Somnath Bharti from representing his wife in a defamation case filed against Sitharaman.

Woman among 5 gangsters held with Pak-made weapons in Ranchi

Woman among 5 gangsters held with Pak-made weapons in Ranchi

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Ranchi police arrested five gangsters, including a woman, and seized Pakistan-made pistols. The gang is linked to Koylanchal Shanti Sena (KSS) and Prince Khan, with connections to arms smuggling from Pakistan via drones.

Army's 380 infantry units go hi-tech with drone platoons, Bhairav commandos

Army's 380 infantry units go hi-tech with drone platoons, Bhairav commandos

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

The Indian Army is equipping its infantry battalions with drone platoons and raising elite commando units as part of a modernization drive to enhance combat capabilities along the northern and western frontiers. The Army is also procuring new carbines and upgrading its arsenal with advanced weaponry.