News for 'Sakshi'

Ready to kill and get killed for cow: Sakshi Maharaj on Dadri lynching

Ready to kill and get killed for cow: Sakshi Maharaj on Dadri lynching

Rediff.com6 Oct 2015

"We won't remain silent if somebody tries to kill our mother. We are ready to kill and get killed. The Uttar Pradesh government's double standards have been exposed. The way in which the incident is being politicised is condemnable," said Maharaj.

Wrestlers request more time to prepare for World Ch'ship trials

Wrestlers request more time to prepare for World Ch'ship trials

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

The World Championship trials are expected to be held by August 10, giving the wrestlers, who competed in Asian Games selection competition, just about 17 days to be ready for another gruelling contest.

Sanjay Singh defies suspension; vows to host nationals

Sanjay Singh defies suspension; vows to host nationals

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

The ad-hoc panel announced that it will host the senior national championships in Jaipur from February 2-5.

What's Athiya Shetty Doing With Rana Daggubati?

What's Athiya Shetty Doing With Rana Daggubati?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

Athiya Shetty and Rana Daggubati hit fans with a double whammy at Fashion Week while K L Rahul plays for India at the cricket World Cup.

Shahbad Dairy murder: Delhi cops seek death for Sahil

Shahbad Dairy murder: Delhi cops seek death for Sahil

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

"This was a case of well-planned murder which was carried out in revenge. We have all the evidence and within a month of incident we have submitted the charge sheet to get justice for the family of the victim," Special Commissioner of Police (Law and Order) Dependra Pathak said.

Wrestling Olympic qualifiers trials get rescheduled

Wrestling Olympic qualifiers trials get rescheduled

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

The trials were initially planned for February 27-29 but got postponed

It was a very sad time for me as well for the wrestling fraternity: Brij Bhushan

It was a very sad time for me as well for the wrestling fraternity: Brij Bhushan

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

The protesting wrestlers will not face any sort of vendetta politics and they will get the required support from the new federation, outgoing WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh said on Thursday after the panel backed by him emerged victorious in the keenly-followed elections.

Wrestlers were warned for creating ruckus: Police FIR

Wrestlers were warned for creating ruckus: Police FIR

Rediff.com30 May 2023

Madhav was injured during the scuffle with the protesting wrestlers when they were detained, the FIR sated.

Will stay here until WFI chief is jailed, wrestlers tell PT Usha

Will stay here until WFI chief is jailed, wrestlers tell PT Usha

Rediff.com3 May 2023

Previously, Usha had on April 27 said that the wrestlers should have approached the IOA instead of going out in the streets against the WFI and its president, whom the wrestlers accused of sexual harassment and mismanagement of athletes.

Wrestlers' protest driven by politicians: WFI chief Brij Bhushan

Wrestlers' protest driven by politicians: WFI chief Brij Bhushan

Rediff.com30 Apr 2023

The country's top wrestlers, including Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia, have been protesting since April 23, demanding criminal action against WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

Akhilesh Sniffs Smell Of Success In Kannauj

Akhilesh Sniffs Smell Of Success In Kannauj

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Akhilesh Yadav replaced his nephew Tej Pratap Yadav and decided to contest the Kannauj seat himself.

Yoga Or Gym? What's Better For Weight Loss?

Yoga Or Gym? What's Better For Weight Loss?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

rediffGURU and yoga expert Radhika Iyer offers advice on how yoga can help you improve your overall health and wellness.

She's Just 18... And She's A Commercial Pilot!

She's Just 18... And She's A Commercial Pilot!

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

As a 10 year old, it was what she dream of become. At 18, she achieved her dream.

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.'

Boxing Worlds: Nikhat starts campaign with scintillating win

Boxing Worlds: Nikhat starts campaign with scintillating win

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

Nikhat was at her aggressive best as she landed a flurry of combination punches on her opponent.

Pant Spotted At Dhoni's Birthday Party

Pant Spotted At Dhoni's Birthday Party

Rediff.com7 Jul 2022

On Wednesday night, Sakshi Singh Dhoni posted a video on Instagram of her husband bringing in his 41st birthday in London.

Wrestlers' meeting with sports minister Thakur inconclusive

Wrestlers' meeting with sports minister Thakur inconclusive

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

The wrestlers refused to back down from their demand that the government immediately disband the Wrestling Federation of India.

India's Olympics report card: Sindhu, Sakshi save the blushes

India's Olympics report card: Sindhu, Sakshi save the blushes

Rediff.com22 Aug 2016

Two unassuming young women saved India the humiliation of returning empty-handed from the Olympics for the first time since Barcelona in 1992 with awe-inspiring performances at Rio.

Supreme Court verdict not a setback; protest will continue: Wrestlers

Supreme Court verdict not a setback; protest will continue: Wrestlers

Rediff.com4 May 2023

The wrestlers have been sitting on protest since April 23, demanding the arrest of WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh alleging that he has sexually harassed seven female grapplers, including one minor.

No immersion of medals; wrestlers return from Haridwar

No immersion of medals; wrestlers return from Haridwar

Rediff.com30 May 2023

The protesting wrestlers refrained from immersing their medals in the river Ganges after being convinced by Khap and farmer leaders who sought five days to address their grievances.

Ramoji Rao, The Telugu Colossus

Ramoji Rao, The Telugu Colossus

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Ramoji Rao lived as the interface between business and politics and was an active participant in both for most of his remarkable life.

IOA's desperate plea rejected! Indian wrestling team faces race against time for Asian Games selection

IOA's desperate plea rejected! Indian wrestling team faces race against time for Asian Games selection

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

Asian Games organisers reject IOA request for further extension of deadline for sending entries of Indian wrestlers

The Side-Effects Of Being Mrs Dhoni

The Side-Effects Of Being Mrs Dhoni

Rediff.com10 Mar 2022

'You just have to adapt and change according to how they expect you to be and not just sort of stress them out.'

We are ready to undergo Narco test: Bajrang to Brij Bhushan

We are ready to undergo Narco test: Bajrang to Brij Bhushan

Rediff.com22 May 2023

'I am ready to undergo narco test, polygraph test or lie detector test, but my condition is that Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia should also undergo these tests with me'

No one makes sexual harassment claims on a whim: Dahiya

No one makes sexual harassment claims on a whim: Dahiya

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

'Yesterday, all the players spoke openly...the players who live in the camp have more interaction with the Federation, they have shared their experiences there.'

UWW ready to lift suspension of WFI after elections: Lalovic

UWW ready to lift suspension of WFI after elections: Lalovic

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

UWW will not interfere in the pending case relating to the alleged sexual harassment of Indian women grapplers by former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh but will "listen to the voices of athletes" if they approach the world body again, its chief Nenad Lalovic said on Monday.

Minor wrestler okays police report in sexual abuse case against WFI boss

Minor wrestler okays police report in sexual abuse case against WFI boss

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

The Delhi Police had on June 15 filed a report before the court seeking cancellation of the case by the minor wrestler.

Why Mumbaikars Are Wheezing And Coughing

Why Mumbaikars Are Wheezing And Coughing

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

La Nina, construction worsen air quality; spike in respiratory ailments.

Kadak Singh Review: Requiem For The Moaner

Kadak Singh Review: Requiem For The Moaner

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

ITo steer clear of sanctimonious newspaper stories all your life, and then be saddled with movies like Kadak Singh -- now there's a rotten bit of luck worth moaning about, sighs Sreehari Nair.

Wrestling row: Babita Phogat joins oversight committee

Wrestling row: Babita Phogat joins oversight committee

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

The allegations were levelled by prominent grapplers such as Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia, Sakshi Malik and Ravi Dahiya.

Ready For Mr & Mrs Mahi?

Ready For Mr & Mrs Mahi?

Rediff.com16 May 2024

'There is no cringe shot in the film which could give me a sleepless night.'

Thala's Favourite Cheerleader Lights Up Chepauk

Thala's Favourite Cheerleader Lights Up Chepauk

Rediff.com11 May 2023

As Chennai Super Kings clinched a comfortable win over Delhi Capitals, Ziva Dhoni was once again lighting up the stands.

What Natasa, Sonam Wear To An IPL Game

What Natasa, Sonam Wear To An IPL Game

Rediff.com15 May 2023

Struggling to dig up the perfect look for an IPL match? Let these lovely ladies help you out.

Anurag Thakur to Wrestlers: 'Don't take any steps that would...'

Anurag Thakur to Wrestlers: 'Don't take any steps that would...'

Rediff.com31 May 2023

Sports Minister Anurag Thakur asked protesting wrestlers not to take any step that would undermine sports.

Ram temple will come up in Ayodhya with grand look: Sakshi

Ram temple will come up in Ayodhya with grand look: Sakshi

Rediff.com27 May 2015

"There was a Ram temple in Ayodhya and it will exist there in the future, too, and with a grand look," he said.

Scandals, Suspensions: Twists and Turns of the WFI elections

Scandals, Suspensions: Twists and Turns of the WFI elections

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

From wrestlers' protest to WFI elections: Timeline

Phase 4: Campaigning ends for 96 Lok Sabha seats, Andhra polls

Phase 4: Campaigning ends for 96 Lok Sabha seats, Andhra polls

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Campaigning for May 13 elections in 96 Lok Sabha constituencies across 10 states and Union territories including all seats in Andhra Pradesh, where assembly elections are also being held concurrently, and Telangana concluded on Saturday evening.

Amid protest, Bajrang, Vinesh hit mat with Asiad trials in mind

Amid protest, Bajrang, Vinesh hit mat with Asiad trials in mind

Rediff.com9 May 2023

IOA's ad-hoc panel plans trials for Asian C'ships from May 17.

'Protesting wrestlers past prime, stalling juniors'

'Protesting wrestlers past prime, stalling juniors'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Sanjay Singh claimed that the veteran wrestlers who have been protesting do not want junior wrestlers to progress

Date for WFI's elections likely to be announced on Nov. 29

Date for WFI's elections likely to be announced on Nov. 29

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

A fresh date for Wresting Federation of India's (WFI) long-pending elections is likely to be announced on Wednesday after the Supreme Court set aside the stay imposed by Punjab and Haryana High Court, a member of the IOA-appointed ad hoc committee said.