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Baba Siddique murder: Celebs in crosshairs of underworld

Baba Siddique murder: Celebs in crosshairs of underworld

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Here are some instances of celebrities coming in the crosshairs of the underworld with cases of extortion, threats and even a killing.

Olympic-bound shooters to resume training in bio-secure camp

Olympic-bound shooters to resume training in bio-secure camp

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

The Karni Singh Range in New Delhi will be divided into four risk zones to ensure that Olympic-bound shooters can safely resume training at a two-month long national camp which will be conducted from Thursday in a bio-bubble to ward off the COVID-19 threat.

We will fear not, must stand united: Donald Trump after attack

We will fear not, must stand united: Donald Trump after attack

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Taking to his social media platform Truth Social platform, Trump said, "It was God alone who prevented the unthinkable from happening," CNN reported.

Another golden day for Indian shooters at World Cup

Another golden day for Indian shooters at World Cup

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

Gold rush continues for India but 16th Olympic quota eludes hosts.

ISSF World Cup: Sift Kaur wins bronze in women's 50m rifle 3 positions

ISSF World Cup: Sift Kaur wins bronze in women's 50m rifle 3 positions

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Sift shot 452.9 and missed silver by an agonising 0.1 to China's Han Jiayu, the reigning air rifle women's world champion.

'Incredibly tough characters': Gambhir backs Kohli, Rohit

'Incredibly tough characters': Gambhir backs Kohli, Rohit

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

Gautam Gambhir put up a stout defence of under-pressure skipper Rohit Sharma and star batter Virat Kohli.

Shooter who killed 10 in US supermarket may be charged with terrorism

Shooter who killed 10 in US supermarket may be charged with terrorism

Rediff.com15 May 2022

he media cited police as saying that a man wearing body armor entered a Tops Friendly Market after 2:30 pm EST (18:30 GMT) and opened fire with a rifle.

Here's why Indian shooters have ammunition headache

Here's why Indian shooters have ammunition headache

Rediff.com22 Aug 2018

Back-to-back scheduling of Asian Games and World Championships has forced the Indian shooting contingent to be frugal with the use of live ammunition.

India target best-ever medal haul at Paris Olympics

India target best-ever medal haul at Paris Olympics

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

Three years ago, India returned from Tokyo with seven medals, and it is only natural that a double-digit performance is now desired in Paris.

Paris Paralympics: How India fared on September 5, 2024

Paris Paralympics: How India fared on September 5, 2024

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

India's inspirational para-athletes achieved their stated goal of 25 medals and remained on course for more in Paris on Thursday.

Salman home shooting FB post's IP address traced to Portugal, claim police

Salman home shooting FB post's IP address traced to Portugal, claim police

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

The police suspect a virtual private network was used for uploading the Facebook post, allegedly by Anmol Bishnoi, the brother of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi on Sunday, he said.

'India aim to host 2036 Olympics; finish in top 10'

'India aim to host 2036 Olympics; finish in top 10'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Union minister Mansukh Mandaviya said India is aiming to host the 2036 Olympics and finish in the top 10 in the medals tally.

Coaches request NRAI to hold camp for Olympic-bound shooters

Coaches request NRAI to hold camp for Olympic-bound shooters

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) has received a request from the chief coaches in rifle, pistol and shotgun disciplines to organise a one-month camp for the Olympic core group to ensure better preparation.

Trump Defiant After Being Shot

Trump Defiant After Being Shot

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Republican presidential candidate and former United States president Donald J Trump, 78, was hit by a bullet in the upper part of his right ear when a shooter fired multiple shots toward the stage from an elevated position outside the rally venue in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, July 13, 2024, the US Secret Service said.

India shooters bag four gold at Junior World Cup

India shooters bag four gold at Junior World Cup

Rediff.com13 May 2022

Then the air rifle women's team consisting of Arya Borse, Zeena Khitta and Ramita downed the Korean trio of Yeeun AN, Eunji Kwon and Jeongin Jang 17-9 in the title decider to give India the third gold of the day.

India's Paralympians shatter records, defy limits

India's Paralympians shatter records, defy limits

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

India's para-athletes, defying physical limitations, showcased exceptional determination in their recent Paralympic campaign, contributing to a historic medal haul of 29.

Indian shooters finish 1-2 in ISSF Junior World Cup

Indian shooters finish 1-2 in ISSF Junior World Cup

Rediff.com11 May 2022

Patil won the gold after going 17-13 up against Abhinav Saw in a tight title-decider.

Ashwin: Evolutionary, cerebral and never a one-trick pony

Ashwin: Evolutionary, cerebral and never a one-trick pony

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

If one has to analyse Ashwin the cricketer, it is very difficult to ignore Ashwin, the person, who had a very independent mind and a brain that probably ticked 24x7. He believed in de-construction of his art and became craftier one ball at a time.

PIX: Ceremonial outfits, kits for Paris-bound Olympians unveiled

PIX: Ceremonial outfits, kits for Paris-bound Olympians unveiled

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Mandaviya, Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, and Indian Olympic Association President PT Usha unveiled the ceremonial outfit, playing kits, performance shoes and travel gear for the Indian team.

Who Is Trump Paying Homage To?

Who Is Trump Paying Homage To?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

'Tragically, the shooter claimed the life of one of our fellow Americans. Corey Comperatore, unbelievable person, everyone tells me.'

Paris Paralympics: How India fared on September 4, 2024

Paris Paralympics: How India fared on September 4, 2024

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

A summary of Indian athletes' showing at the Paralympics in Paris on Wednesday.

Mumbai train shooter cop booked for promoting enmity

Mumbai train shooter cop booked for promoting enmity

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

Railway Protection Force (RPF) constable Chetan Singh, arrested on charges of gunning down his senior officer and three passengers on a moving train last week, has now been booked for promoting enmity between groups, while a court in Mumbai on Monday extended his police custody till August 11.

Shooting star Manu Bhaker trades pistol for horse riding, dance

Shooting star Manu Bhaker trades pistol for horse riding, dance

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Horse riding, bharatnatyam and skating on Manu's mind during break from shooting

Donald Trump: From convicted felon to 2nd term Prez

Donald Trump: From convicted felon to 2nd term Prez

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

From the time he left office after his loss in the 2020 presidential election to his nomination as the Republican candidate in the 2024 race, Trump continued to dominate the American news cycle and the country's psyche.

Shooter Mendiratta first Indian to book 2024 Olympics berth

Shooter Mendiratta first Indian to book 2024 Olympics berth

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

The 23-year-old world number 144 (before the final) from Faridabad, however, secured the Paris Olympics quota for the country after topping the second ranking round match with a brilliant 24 out of 25 hits.

Siddique murder: Need to probe political rivalry angle, cops tell court

Siddique murder: Need to probe political rivalry angle, cops tell court

Rediff.com13 Oct 2024

A Mumbai court on Sunday remanded one of the two alleged shooters in the Baba Siddique murder case in police custody till October 21 and ordered a bone ossification test on the other after he claimed he was a minor.

Manavjit was not seeking unfair advantage, NRAI tells Jury of Appeal

Manavjit was not seeking unfair advantage, NRAI tells Jury of Appeal

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

NRAI has contested the disqualification of trap marksman Manavjit Singh Sandhu, who was barred from competition at the Asia Olympic Qualifiers because of "faulty" gun stock.

Modi, Rahul condemn attack on Donald Trump

Modi, Rahul condemn attack on Donald Trump

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Sunday expressed deep concern over the attack on former United States president Donald Trump.

IOA treasurer Sahdev accuses P T Usha of 'spreading lies'

IOA treasurer Sahdev accuses P T Usha of 'spreading lies'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

IOA treasurer Sahdev Yadav on Tuesday hit back at president P T Usha for claiming that IOA Executive Committee members were not agreeing on a proposal to felicitate Paris Olympics medal-winners

SEE: Sumit, Bhagyashri lead India's largest Paralympic team

SEE: Sumit, Bhagyashri lead India's largest Paralympic team

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

Indian contingent led out by Sumit, Bhagyashri at Paralympic opening ceremony

Indian shooters go on medal rampage on day 6 of Worlds

Indian shooters go on medal rampage on day 6 of Worlds

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

The four medals swelled India's tally to 20 medals including nine gold, three silver and eight bronze medals, in second place behind China, who have 18 gold for a grand total of 37 medals.

The Ladies Who Will Sail Into History

The Ladies Who Will Sail Into History

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A will remain at sea for 8 months. They will rely on wind power, do the repairs on the boat themselves and navigate some the world's most treacherous waters.

UP forest department uses female howls to lure elusive wolf

UP forest department uses female howls to lure elusive wolf

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

The Forest Department in Bahraich is employing innovative tactics to capture an elusive wolf, which it believes is the sixth and last remaining of the pack that has instilled fear among locals with several attacks in the last few months.

Salman Khan house firing: Accused dies by suicide in police custody

Salman Khan house firing: Accused dies by suicide in police custody

Rediff.com1 May 2024

The deceased Anuj Thapan, 23, hanged himself inside the toilet of the lock-up using a bedsheet.

Games: Bhaker-Sarabjot in 10m air pistol mixed final; Babuta finishes 4th

Games: Bhaker-Sarabjot in 10m air pistol mixed final; Babuta finishes 4th

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

Ramita Jindal ended seventh in the final of the 10m air rifle women's competition.

'Who is he?' Jaspal Rana hits out after being asked to leave range

'Who is he?' Jaspal Rana hits out after being asked to leave range

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Legendary pistol marksman and Manu Bhaker's personal coach Jaspal Rana on Thursday claimed he was asked to leave the Karni Singh shooting range in New Delhi by India's high performance director Pierre Beauchamp, kicking off a controversy in which the national federation appeared to be siding with the Canadian.

US returnee shot at in home, ex-wife's father arrested

US returnee shot at in home, ex-wife's father arrested

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

Efforts are being made to nab the two criminals who shot at Sukhchain Singh, who recently returned from the US, and are on the run, they said.

Who paid Jamia shooter, asks Rahul Gandhi

Who paid Jamia shooter, asks Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said such incidents were possible with the ruling party's leaders inciting people to shoot, and asked Prime minister Narendra Modi to answer whether he stands with violence or non-violence.

Mirabai Chanu targets gold at Paris Olympics

Mirabai Chanu targets gold at Paris Olympics

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

Tokyo 2020 silver medalist weightlifter Mirabai Chanu will be in action in the women's 49 kg category competition scheduled for August 7.

UP: 'Man-eater' wolves continue to attack, 8-yr-old injured

UP: 'Man-eater' wolves continue to attack, 8-yr-old injured

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

An eight-year-old boy was injured in a wolf attack while playing outside his home in the Mahsi tehsil in Bahraich, his family alleged on Friday.