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Wrestlers' protest: 'PM must answer what action he took'

Wrestlers' protest: 'PM must answer what action he took'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

The Congress demanded that Prime Minister Narendra Modi answer what action he took against WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh when issues were allegedly flagged to him by a wrestler in 2021.

Gauhati HC stays Wrestling Federation of India elections

Gauhati HC stays Wrestling Federation of India elections

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

The Gauhati High Court on Sunday stayed the Wrestling Federation of India elections, scheduled for July 11.

WFI chief Singh to step aside, wrestlers call off protest

WFI chief Singh to step aside, wrestlers call off protest

Rediff.com21 Jan 2023

The government decided to form an oversight committee which will investigate the allegations of sexual harassment of women wresters by WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

Jemimah guides India to series-levelling win over B'desh

Jemimah guides India to series-levelling win over B'desh

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

Earlier, the 22-year-old Jemimah finally returned to form and it was her strokeplay which helped India up the ante after a slow start at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur.

IOC's sharp rebuke: IOA slammed for wrestling woes

IOC's sharp rebuke: IOA slammed for wrestling woes

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

IOC urges IOA to appoint CEO quickly, asks it to settle wrestling issue by following UWW rules and directives

Kharge can bring stability to Congress: G-23's Manish Tewari

Kharge can bring stability to Congress: G-23's Manish Tewari

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

The Congress party needs a safe pair of hands in the form of Kharge, Tewari said.

Olympics: How India's athletes fared on Saturday, August 7

Olympics: How India's athletes fared on Saturday, August 7

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

A summary of the country's athletes showing at the Tokyo Olympics on Saturday, August 7.

Asian Games: India's schedule on October 1

Asian Games: India's schedule on October 1

Rediff.com30 Sep 2023

Following is India's schedule at the Asian Games in Hangzhou on Sunday, October 1.

Deal with players' issues with respect and dignity: Athletes Commission

Deal with players' issues with respect and dignity: Athletes Commission

Rediff.com30 Apr 2023

The Athletes Commission of the IOA has recommended the national Olympic body to put systems in place to deal with issues of the players "with respect and dignity" in the light of the protest by India's top wrestlers.

Modi government is always with the athletes: Thakur

Modi government is always with the athletes: Thakur

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

Sports Minister Anurag Thakur reiterated the government's commitment to an 'impartial probe' into the charges against WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

FIR under POCSO Act against WFI chief Brij Bhushan

FIR under POCSO Act against WFI chief Brij Bhushan

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

The Delhi Police on Friday registered two FIRs in connection with sexual harassment allegations levelled by women wrestlers against Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

You have to ask Amit Shah, why Brij Bhushan is not being arrested, lashes out Vinesh Phogat

You have to ask Amit Shah, why Brij Bhushan is not being arrested, lashes out Vinesh Phogat

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

Vinesh Phogat alleged on Sunday that the government is trying to protect Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

Determined wrestlers to go ahead with peaceful march

Determined wrestlers to go ahead with "peaceful" march

Rediff.com27 May 2023

The protesting wrestlers said late on Saturday evening that there was a lot of "pressure" to call off the Mahila Mahapanchayat they have planned in front of the new Parliament building.

Delhi Police seeks probe before filing FIR in wrestlers' harassment case

Delhi Police seeks probe before filing FIR in wrestlers' harassment case

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

The law officer said let an impression be not created that the FIR has not been registered despite the court asking for it.

WFI chief's message to supporters over social media posts...

WFI chief's message to supporters over social media posts...

Rediff.com22 Jan 2023

Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, in a tweet, requested people not to put objectionable slogans or hashtags on social media that harm the dignity of political parties or communities, among others.

Wrestlers' protest underlines need for athletes' body: Sharath Kamal

Wrestlers' protest underlines need for athletes' body: Sharath Kamal

Rediff.com3 May 2023

Achanta Sharath Kamal said the ongoing protest by the wrestlers has shown the importance of an athletes' body in all National Sports Federations.

India hockey players ready for Australia at CWG

India hockey players ready for Australia at CWG

Rediff.com7 Jul 2022

India, on the other hand, finished runners-up twice in 2010 and 2014 editions.

Wrestlers ready to call on international counterparts to support protest

Wrestlers ready to call on international counterparts to support protest

Rediff.com15 May 2023

'Today we have decided to go to Connaught Place and speak to the people there and seek their support in our fight for justice. We have set May 21 as the deadline (for action against Brij Bhushan). If no decision is taken, then we will take a big call on our agitation after that date.'

'Bias isn't good' Coaches, parents demand withdrawal of exemption given to wrestlers

'Bias isn't good' Coaches, parents demand withdrawal of exemption given to wrestlers

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

The coaches and parents of several established and upcoming wrestlers on Friday demanded withdrawal of exemption granted to Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik, Bajrang Punia.

Nations Cup Hockey: India beat Japan to inch closer to semis

Nations Cup Hockey: India beat Japan to inch closer to semis

Rediff.com12 Dec 2022

India defeated Chile 3-1 in their opening match of Pool B in the eight-nation tournament.

Wrestlers write to PM Modi, IOA: 'Biased, unjustified, against right of equality'

Wrestlers write to PM Modi, IOA: 'Biased, unjustified, against right of equality'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Several women wrestlers wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the IOA and the ad-hoc panel running the WFI, requesting "fair trials" for Asian Games.

SC notices Delhi government on wrestlers' sexual harassment plea

SC notices Delhi government on wrestlers' sexual harassment plea

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

Sibal alleged that seven wrestlers, including a minor, have made alleged sexual harassment allegations but no FIR has been lodged so far despite the law being very clear on this aspect.

Thousands join protesting wrestlers in march to India Gate

Thousands join protesting wrestlers in march to India Gate

Rediff.com23 May 2023

'The khaps have taken a decision that on May 28, a mahapanchayat will be held under the leadership of women and youth near the new Parliament building. We've taken the decision because this is a fight for the integrity and respect of the womenfolk.'

IOA approaches OCA for extension as protesting wrestlers want...

IOA approaches OCA for extension as protesting wrestlers want...

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

IOA approached the Olympic Council of Asia, seeking an extension of the July 15 deadline for providing details of the country's wrestling squad for the Asian Games.

Someone else will be CM if party high command says so: Baghel

Someone else will be CM if party high command says so: Baghel

Rediff.com11 Jul 2021

Amid speculation about the agreement to be the chief minister of the state just for two-and-a-half years, Baghel said, "The high command instructed me to take the oath (as chief minister), so I took the oath. When they will say someone else will be the chief minister, then it will be so. Such agreements happen in a coalition government."

Wrestlers move SC seeking permission to file affidavit in sealed cover

Wrestlers move SC seeking permission to file affidavit in sealed cover

Rediff.com3 May 2023

The seven women wrestlers on Wednesday moved the Supreme Court seeking permission to file an affidavit in sealed cover.

IOA ad-hoc panel pushes back decision on wrestling trials

IOA ad-hoc panel pushes back decision on wrestling trials

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

Indicating that things were far from ideal in the ad-hoc panel, Singh said Bajwa wants to take all the decisions by himself, giving a feeling that the previous WFI setup was still in place.

Victims are being pressurised: Protesting Wrestlers

Victims are being pressurised: Protesting Wrestlers

Rediff.com10 Jun 2023

Protesting wrestlers alleged that the victims are being pressurised to change their statements.

Kharge rejigs CWC; Tharoor, Sharma, Wasnik of G23, Pilot part of new team

Kharge rejigs CWC; Tharoor, Sharma, Wasnik of G23, Pilot part of new team

Rediff.com20 Aug 2023

While 39 members of the all-important panel are general members, it has 32 permanent invitees, including some in-charges of state and 13 special invitees.

Asian Games: Chopra-led India set to showcase its sporting prowess

Asian Games: Chopra-led India set to showcase its sporting prowess

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

Led by Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra, India will seek to showcase its ascendency as a sporting power at the Asian Games, which opens formally on Saturday after an unprecedented one-year delay due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Delhi Police records statement of WFI chief Brij Bhushan

Delhi Police records statement of WFI chief Brij Bhushan

Rediff.com12 May 2023

The Delhi Police has recorded the statement of Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in connection with the allegations of sexual harassment.

'Ready to be hanged if proved I have threatened wrestlers'

'Ready to be hanged if proved I have threatened wrestlers'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

Dismissing the allegation that he has threatened the sexually harassed wrestlers and their families on behalf of WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, coach Mahavir Prasad Bishnoi said he is ready to be hanged if proved guilty.

Wrestling: Women's national camp moved from Lucknow to Patiala

Wrestling: Women's national camp moved from Lucknow to Patiala

Rediff.com10 May 2023

The women's national wrestling camp will be held at Sports Authority of India's Patiala centre in future following reservations from multiple female grapplers.

Permission denied for Brij Bhushan's 'maha rally' in Ayodhya

Permission denied for Brij Bhushan's 'maha rally' in Ayodhya

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

Prominent wrestlers, including Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia and Sakshi Malik, have been holding protests since April 23 accusing Singh of sexual exploitation.

IOC hits out over treatment of Indian wrestlers

IOC hits out over treatment of Indian wrestlers

Rediff.com31 May 2023

The IOC has condemned the manner in which the protesting Indian wrestlers were being treated by Delhi Police.

Kushti badnaam hui hai: Yogeshwar on WFI's suspension

Kushti badnaam hui hai: Yogeshwar on WFI's suspension

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Olympic medallist Yogeshwar Dutt on Thursday termed the suspension of the Wrestling Federation of India by the international body as "very distressing".

Unhappy WFI to review women wrestlers' show at CWG

Unhappy WFI to review women wrestlers' show at CWG

Rediff.com12 Aug 2022

The 76kg category had eight wrestlers while the 68kg class featured nine wrestlers, where minnows like Bangladesh, Mauritius, Cameroon, Tonga and New Zealand were part of the field.

Indian hockey targets Asian Games Gold, Paris Olympics

Indian hockey targets Asian Games Gold, Paris Olympics

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

India will battle it out against the likes of South Korea, Malaysia, Pakistan, Japan and China in the Asian Champions Trophy.

Amid Punjab crisis, Chhattisgarh Congress MLAs reach Delhi

Amid Punjab crisis, Chhattisgarh Congress MLAs reach Delhi

Rediff.com30 Sep 2021

The political circle in the state was abuzz with speculation that the legislators have gone to express their support to Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel.

Congress puppet or BJP supporter? Sakshi, Babita lock horns

Congress puppet or BJP supporter? Sakshi, Babita lock horns

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

Sakshi Malik accused Babita Phogat of trying to use the wrestlers for selfish motive and weaken their protest.