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'India's archers have a great shot at medals at LA 2028 Olympics'

'India's archers have a great shot at medals at LA 2028 Olympics'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

American great Brady Ellison believes India's archers are always "in hunt" for that elusive Olympic medal.

Lakshya shocks Loh Kean Yew to storm Into Japan semis

Lakshya shocks Loh Kean Yew to storm Into Japan semis

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

Top Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen registered an upset win over former world champion Loh Kean Yew of Singapore to storm into the semifinals of the USD 475,000 Kumamoto Masters Japan in Kumamoto, Japan, on Friday.

'I Wanted To Make Ghajini With Salman'

'I Wanted To Make Ghajini With Salman'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

'I kept urging Salman to see Pokiri, and one day, past midnight, he finally turned up at a Mumbai preview theatre to see it. Nervously, I waited for Salman's reaction to Pokiri. After watching it, he walked past me without a word. I followed anxiously, and before sitting in his car, he just signalled thumbs up.'

Ravinder wins 50m pistol gold at World Championships

Ravinder wins 50m pistol gold at World Championships

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Ravinder Singh, a 29-year-old Naik Subedar in the Indian Army, achieved the biggest success in his shooting career by winning gold in the men's 50m pistol, a non-Olympic discipline.

WUG Controversy: 6 Indian shuttlers 'demand justice'

WUG Controversy: 6 Indian shuttlers 'demand justice'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Six of the 12 Indian badminton players were barred from participating at the World University Games due to an alleged administrative lapse.

Balaji, Bollipalli fetch top bids at TPL auction

Balaji, Bollipalli fetch top bids at TPL auction

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Led by marquee player Tomas Martin Etcheverry, the GS Delhi Aces added Belgium's Sofia Costoulas for Rs 11 lakh as well as the doubles specialist Jeevan Neduncheziyan for Rs 6 lakh.

Wrestler Aman Sehrawat requests WFI to reconsider 1-year ban

Wrestler Aman Sehrawat requests WFI to reconsider 1-year ban

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Aman Sehrawat requested the Wrestling Federation of India to reconsider the one-year ban imposed on him for failing to make weight at the World Championships in Zagreb.

Sharath Kamal's 11-year plan to win TT Olympic gold

Sharath Kamal's 11-year plan to win TT Olympic gold

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Recently-retired Indian table tennis great A Sharath Kamal has given himself 11 years to produce the country's first Olympic medallist in the racket sport and German football club Borussia Dortmund could end up being his unlikely ally in pursuit of this path-breaking dream.

Sindarov, Wei Yi to clash in final; seal Candidates spots

Sindarov, Wei Yi to clash in final; seal Candidates spots

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Uzbekistan's GM Javokhir Sindarov set up a title clash against Chinese GM Wei Yi in the FIDE World Cup in Panaji on Sunday as the two players also confirmed their spots in the Candidates tournament.

Will Weatherald open with Khawaja in Ashes opener?

Will Weatherald open with Khawaja in Ashes opener?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Australia's Jake Weatherald says he is excited about the possibility of opening the batting with Usman Khawaja in the first Ashes Test against England later this month.

Anahat stuns defending champion Gilis to reach semis

Anahat stuns defending champion Gilis to reach semis

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Anahat Singh stunned defending champion and second seed Tinne Gilis of Belgium to storm into the semi-finals of Canadian Women's Open squash tournament in Toronto.

Key moments of the 2025 Formula One season

Key moments of the 2025 Formula One season

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Here's a look at some key moments which helped decide the championship fight.

Olympic medallist hockey legend Dr Vece Paes passes away

Olympic medallist hockey legend Dr Vece Paes passes away

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Dr Vece Paes, a member of the 1972 Munich Olympic Games bronze-winning Indian men's hockey team and father of legendary tennis player Leander Paes, died in Kolkata on Thursday morning.

Hamilton wants to put the fun back in Ferrari

Hamilton wants to put the fun back in Ferrari

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'I just want to enjoy the team I've always dreamed of driving for. Now it's about time to move those things aside and focus on the pure love of it.'

True Stars Never Die

True Stars Never Die

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

'I have always broken my image every time I went on screen. I don't know what it means to be a Greek God but people used to call me one.'

India focus at Jr WC: Respect opponents, execute plans

India focus at Jr WC: Respect opponents, execute plans

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

Sreejesh accepted that there are a few grey areas which came to light during the recent runners-up finish at the Sultan of Johor Cup in Malaysia.

India Women To Celebrate World Cup Win With PM Modi

India Women To Celebrate World Cup Win With PM Modi

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

The Indian women's team is set to leave for New Delhi from Mumbai on Tuesday for a special meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to celebrate their World Cup triumph.

Will Mohammedan Sporting's Head Coach return?

Will Mohammedan Sporting's Head Coach return?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

However, late on Wednesday, The Times of India reported that the Russian coach has decided to take back his resignation.

Teen sensation Anahat's dream run ends

Teen sensation Anahat's dream run ends

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

Teenage Indian squash sensation Anahat Singh's impressive run at the Canadian Open came to an end with straight-games defeat to World No. 10 Gina Kennedy of England in the semifinals.

PIX: After 19 years, Devine bows out with a heavy heart

PIX: After 19 years, Devine bows out with a heavy heart

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Disappointing, wanted to go out on a high: Emotional Devine bids farewell to game

Verstappen wins in Vegas; Norris swells F1 lead with second place

Verstappen wins in Vegas; Norris swells F1 lead with second place

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Red Bull's Max Verstappen won the Las Vegas Grand Prix on Saturday but McLaren's Lando Norris had one hand on the Formula One title after finishing second and stretching his lead over teammate Oscar Piastri to 30 points.

Yuki Bhambri creates history with US Open quarters berth

Yuki Bhambri creates history with US Open quarters berth

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

Yuki Bhambri reached the quarterfinals of a Grand Slam for the first time in his career, progressing to the last-eight of the US Open men's doubles

No retirement for Deepika Kumari yet...

No retirement for Deepika Kumari yet...

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Deepika Kumari is not contemplating retirement just yet and is instead focusing on building mental strength to handle high-pressure situations, with an eye on a final hurrah at the Los Angeles Games.

Nikhat leads India's medal charge at World Cup Finals

Nikhat leads India's medal charge at World Cup Finals

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Nikhat, Jaismine and four other Indian boxers march into finals

FIDE launches 'ChessMom' plan to support mothers in chess

FIDE launches 'ChessMom' plan to support mothers in chess

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Mothers competing in elite chess will be able to take advantage of a new set of family-friendly policies being introduced by the International Chess Federation

Ashes to Ashes, cricket's oldest rivalry endures

Ashes to Ashes, cricket's oldest rivalry endures

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

While ever more hostage to Twenty20's global carve-up, cricket will take a breath from next week to indulge its most time-honoured rivalry as Australia and England battle in the Ashes.

PIX: McIlroy wins Masters to complete career Grand Slam

PIX: McIlroy wins Masters to complete career Grand Slam

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

The 35-year-old McIlroy arrived at the year's first major, where in 2011 he blew a four-shot lead on the back nine, seeking his first major since August 2014 to end a barren run that came with its fair share of near misses.

F1: McLaren's Norris wins in Brazil to extend lead

F1: McLaren's Norris wins in Brazil to extend lead

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

McLaren's Lando Norris won the Sao Paulo Grand Prix to surge 24 points clear in the Formula One championship on Sunday.

Haaland's legacy grows as Norway dare to dream big!

Haaland's legacy grows as Norway dare to dream big!

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Haaland bagged a double in Sunday's 4-1 win over Italy to bring his extraordinary scoring tally in 2026 World Cup qualifying to 16 goals, twice any other player in Europe.

McLaren's Norris and Piastri disqualified from Las Vegas GP

McLaren's Norris and Piastri disqualified from Las Vegas GP

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

The two McLaren drivers were ruled out for excessive skid plank wear hours after the race had ended and the podium champagne been sprayed.

'Age just a number for Kohli and Rohit'

'Age just a number for Kohli and Rohit'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma can extend their careers till the 2027 ODI World Cup if the two Indian superstars continue their age-defying batting efforts, feels New Zealand pace great Tim Southee.

Renuka Thakur: Fulfilling Her Father's Dream With WC Glory

Renuka Thakur: Fulfilling Her Father's Dream With WC Glory

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'We are happy as our daughter has reached here today and we wish that all girls should go forward and pray to God to keep the youth away from drugs.'

Dhanush smashes world record to win Deaflympic gold

Dhanush smashes world record to win Deaflympic gold

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

Shooter Dhanush Srikanth continued to excel and evolve on the global stage, winning the men's 10m air rifle gold medal to open India's account in the Deaflympics in Tokyo on Sunday.

Cabinet clears Ahmedabad as 'ideal host' for 2030 CWG

Cabinet clears Ahmedabad as 'ideal host' for 2030 CWG

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

"Commonwealth Games in India would leave lasting impact by boosting tourism, and creating jobs, the Government said in a statement.

How Lakshya Turned Olympic Heartbreak Into Fresh Start

How Lakshya Turned Olympic Heartbreak Into Fresh Start

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Olympic heartbreak sapped motivation, fitness reset and mental clarity revived game: Lakshya

The Smashing Machine Review: Plenty Of Emotion

The Smashing Machine Review: Plenty Of Emotion

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Dwayne Johnson delivers a knockout in quite possibly the best role of his career, observes Mayur Sanap.

Verstappen beats Norris to US GP pole after sprint win

Verstappen beats Norris to US GP pole after sprint win

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Max Verstappen seized pole position for Sunday's US Grand Prix while Formula One leader Oscar Piastri qualified sixth after a costly sprint race collision with his McLaren teammate Lando Norris.

Ronaldo says goodbye is coming 'soon'

Ronaldo says goodbye is coming 'soon'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo said he will retire "soon" and while he admits it will be difficult to bring his glittering career to an end the 40-year-old has been planning for his post-football life for some time.

From Ventilator To Podium: An Inspiring Comeback Tale!

From Ventilator To Podium: An Inspiring Comeback Tale!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Bhagyashree Jadhav: From Life on a Ventilator to Chasing Gold on Home Soil

Chess WC: Diptayan pulls off a stunner; Pranav loses

Chess WC: Diptayan pulls off a stunner; Pranav loses

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Grandmaster Diptayan Ghosh caused the biggest upset of the World Chess Cup, ousting former world championship challenger Ian Nepomniachtchi of Russia after winning the second game of the second round, in Panjim, on Wednesday.