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'India Is Proud': Virat Kohli Pays Tribute to Saina Nehwal

'India Is Proud': Virat Kohli Pays Tribute to Saina Nehwal

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli Salutes Olympic medallist Saina Nehwal after she announced her retirement earlier this week.

Saina Nehwal's Santiago Diaries

Saina Nehwal's Santiago Diaries

Rediff.com28 Jun 2025

Saina Nehwal, who last played badminton at the Singapore Open in June 2023, has spent her time away from the sport travelling to different parts of the world.

Saina Nehwal's African Safari

Saina Nehwal's African Safari

Rediff.com20 May 2025

Saina Nehwal and Parupalli Kashyap visited the Cango wildlife ranch in Oudtshoorn, one of South Africa's top tourist attractions.

Saina Nehwal, Kashyap part ways!

Saina Nehwal, Kashyap part ways!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Indian badminton's superstar couple Saina Nehwal and Parupalli Kashyap have parted ways.

'Trying again': Saina Nehwal-Kashyap back together!

'Trying again': Saina Nehwal-Kashyap back together!

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

Nearly a month after announcing their separation, Saina Nehwal and Parupalli Kashyap are giving their marriage another shot.

SEE: Saina Nehwal at Maha Kumbh

SEE: Saina Nehwal at Maha Kumbh

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

Saina Nehwal joined millions of devotees at the world's largest spiritual gathering, seeking blessings at the sacred Triveni Sangam.

Saina Nehwal Leads Like A 'Boss'

Saina Nehwal Leads Like A 'Boss'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

'Orange outfit, full swag, and ready to lead like a boss!'

Meet 'Kashmir Ki Kali' Saina Nehwal

Meet 'Kashmir Ki Kali' Saina Nehwal

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

After finishing the Amarnath Yatra, Saina Nehwal is enjoying the beautiful sights around Kashmir.

Where's Saina Nehwal Holidaying?

Where's Saina Nehwal Holidaying?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

Saina and Kashyap were joined on their holiday by fellow badminton stars H S Prannoy and his wife Swetha Rachel Thomas and Pranaav Jerry Chopra and Pradnya Gadre.

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.'

Saina Nehwal Blames Vinesh Phogat!

Saina Nehwal Blames Vinesh Phogat!

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

'It is not like she is playing her first Olympics. It's her third Olympics. As an athlete, she must know the rules.'

When Saina Nehwal Met Chhota Bheem

When Saina Nehwal Met Chhota Bheem

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Saina Nehwal, the 2012 Olympic bronze medalist, recently explored the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve in Umaria district, Madhya Pradesh.

PIX: Saina Nehwal's Masti With Deepika-Ranveer!

PIX: Saina Nehwal's Masti With Deepika-Ranveer!

Rediff.com2 Mar 2024

Saina Nehwal is having a ball at the pre-wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Jamnagar on Friday.

What's Saina Nehwal Doing In Kuala Lumpur?

What's Saina Nehwal Doing In Kuala Lumpur?

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

'I envision a vibrant future for badminton, witnessing the emergence of new champions and an expanding fan base. As legends, our responsibility is to inspire and motivate these budding stars, contributing to the progression of the sport's legacy,' says Saina who won an Olympic bronze medal in 2012 and achieving the World No. 1 ranking in 2015.

Saina Nehwal Prays At Kedarnath-Badrinath

Saina Nehwal Prays At Kedarnath-Badrinath

Rediff.com23 May 2022

Saina, who was accompanied by her father Harvir Singh, first offered prayers at Kedarnath on Sunday morning before she left for Badrinath.

'Beyond medals lies your...' Tendulkar salutes Saina

'Beyond medals lies your...' Tendulkar salutes Saina

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar on Thursday paid glowing tribute to former badminton world number one Saina Nehwal, saying her career was a testament to how greatness is built over time and that her legacy extended far beyond medals.

How Saina Nehwal welcomed 2021

How Saina Nehwal welcomed 2021

Rediff.com1 Jan 2021

'Happy wala new year sabko. Out with the old, in with the new... The best time for new beginnings is now....#happynewyear2021.'

Saina Nehwal looks stunning

Saina Nehwal looks stunning

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

The London Olympics bronze medallist's fashion sense has evolved just like her game. From girly dresses to flared lehengas, these pictures are proof of it.

'I have arthritis': Saina Nehwal hints at retirement

'I have arthritis': Saina Nehwal hints at retirement

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

Olympic bronze-medallist Saina Nehwal has revealed that she is battling arthritis and will have to decide on her future in badminton by the end of this year.

No announcement, just acceptance: Saina retires quietly

No announcement, just acceptance: Saina retires quietly

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

Trailblazer Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal, who has been out of action for the last two years due to a chronic knee condition, has confirmed her retirement from competitive badminton, saying her body could no longer cope with the physical demands of elite sport.

No coaching future! What's Saina Nehwal's next move?

No coaching future! What's Saina Nehwal's next move?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

Coaching is the toughest job: Saina Nehwal on her future

Spotted: Saina Nehwal

Spotted: Saina Nehwal

Rediff.com27 Oct 2009

Nine-year-old reader Sravya Shivani met badminton ace Saina Nehwal in Hyderabad.

Check out Saina Nehwal's wedding card

Check out Saina Nehwal's wedding card

Rediff.com26 Nov 2018

India's badminton stars Saina Nehwal and Purapalli Kashyap are all set to tie the knot on December 16.

Saina Nehwal's life on celluloid!

Saina Nehwal's life on celluloid!

Rediff.com17 Dec 2015

'Taare Zameen Par' director Amole Gupte will be making a biopic on the world's leading badminton player Saina Nehwal, the shooting for which will begin next year.

Congratulate Saina Nehwal

Congratulate Saina Nehwal

Rediff.com27 Jun 2010

Saina Nehwal continued her irresistible form to claim her third straight title in as many weeks. The Indian ace won the Indonesia Open badminton Super Series in Jakarta on Sunday, beating Japan's Sayaka Sato 21-19, 13-21, 21-11 in the final. Join us in congratulating the rising star of Indian sport.

Congratulate Saina Nehwal!

Congratulate Saina Nehwal!

Rediff.com20 Jun 2010

Congratulate Saina Nehwal on her success at Singapore.

Saina Shares Stunning Diwali Moments... With a Twist

Saina Shares Stunning Diwali Moments... With a Twist

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Badminton star Saina Nehwal lit up Instagram with a series of Diwali pictures, celebrating the festival of lights with her parents and fans.

Lok Sabha congratulates Saina Nehwal

Lok Sabha congratulates Saina Nehwal

Rediff.com13 Dec 2010

The Lok Sabha on Monday congratulated India's badminton queen Saina Nehwal, who won her third super series title of the year at the Hong Kong Open on Sunday.

Congratulate Saina Nehwal

Congratulate Saina Nehwal

Rediff.com21 Jun 2009

Ace Indian women's shuttler Saina Nehwal wrote a new chapter in badminton history when she won the Indonesian Open Super Series in Jakarta on Sunday. The 19-year-old World junior champion beat China's world No 3 Wang Lin 12-21, 21-18, 21-9 to become the first Indian to win a Super Series event.

Does Arthritis Affect Young People Like Saina Nehwal?

Does Arthritis Affect Young People Like Saina Nehwal?

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Arthritis affects people of all ages, including those in their 20s and 30s, says Dr Prashant Kamble, consultant-orthopedics at the Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital, Mumbai.

Saina Nehwal bows out

Saina Nehwal bows out

Rediff.com3 Apr 2008

India's best hope in the women's singles, Saina Nehwal bowed out of the Yonex Sunrise India Open Grand Prix badminton tournament, though Chetan Anand and Anand Pawar kept hopes alive by defeating their rivals in the men's pre-quarterfinal matches in Hyderabad on Thursday.

Badminton ace Saina Nehwal returns home

Badminton ace Saina Nehwal returns home

Rediff.com28 Jun 2009

After winning her first ever Super Series badminton title in Indonesia, Saina Nehwal arrived at Hyderabad on Saturday amidst much fan fare.

Saina Nehwal reacts to Siddharth's 'sexist' tweet

Saina Nehwal reacts to Siddharth's 'sexist' tweet

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

I used to like him as an actor but this was not nice: Saina

Saina Nehwal crashes out of Swiss Open

Saina Nehwal crashes out of Swiss Open

Rediff.com20 Mar 2016

Ace Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal crashed out of the Swiss Open Grand Prix Gold Badminton tournament in Basel.

Spotted: Saina Nehwal at Copenhagen

Spotted: Saina Nehwal at Copenhagen

Rediff.com12 Nov 2009

Reader Madhava K spotted Indian badminton ace Saina Nehwal at Copenhagen airport.

Saina Nehwal's unstoppable journey to Asian Games Athletes' Committee

Saina Nehwal's unstoppable journey to Asian Games Athletes' Committee

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

Asian Games Athletes' Committee poll: Saina set to win uncontested

Why Saina Nehwal needs External Affairs Minister's help

Why Saina Nehwal needs External Affairs Minister's help

Rediff.com7 Oct 2019

Saina facing visa issues for Denmark Open, seeks help from External Affairs Ministry

Saina Nehwal conferred Khel Ratna

Saina Nehwal conferred Khel Ratna

Rediff.com29 Aug 2010

Badminton ace Saina Nehwal, whose phenomenal rise was highlighted by three top-flight international titles recently, was on Sunday conferred the coveted Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award at a glittering ceremony in New Delhi.

Saina Nehwal becomes World No 1 again

Saina Nehwal becomes World No 1 again

Rediff.com21 May 2015

Indian star shuttler Saina Nehwal regained the No 1 spot in the latest Badminton World Federation rankings.

PIX: How Saina Nehwal celebrated her birthday in 'isolation'

PIX: How Saina Nehwal celebrated her birthday in 'isolation'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2020

It was a quiet birthday for India's badminton ace Saina Nehwal, who celebrated the special day in 'isolation' with her husband Parupalli Kashyap at her home in Hyderabad, on Tuesday.