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2036 Olympics: How India plans to boost medals count

2036 Olympics: How India plans to boost medals count

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

India is aiming to win multiple medals in disciplines like aquatics and cycling at the 2036 Olympic Games as both these events offer over a 100 medals.

Gukesh draws with Hans Niemann in Prague International Chess; Chithambaram loses

Gukesh draws with Hans Niemann in Prague International Chess; Chithambaram loses

Rediff.com10 hours ago

World champion D Gukesh drew with Hans Moke Niemann in the first round of the Prague International Chess Festival.

Champions League: Galatasaray down Juventus in a thriller; PSG edge Monaco

Champions League: Galatasaray down Juventus in a thriller; PSG edge Monaco

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Galatasaray struck twice in extra time to end 10-man Juventus' brave fightback and reach the Champions League's last 16, progressing with a 7-5 aggregate victory.

Ranji Trophy final set for Hubballi not Chinnaswamy

Ranji Trophy final set for Hubballi not Chinnaswamy

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Ranji Trophy final between Karnataka and Jammu and Kashmir will be held at the KSCA Stadium in Rajnagar, Hubballi, starting February 24.

Is Serena Williams Planning A Comeback?

Is Serena Williams Planning A Comeback?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Serena Williams fuels comeback speculation with TV interview

Jaguar Land Rover to start production of premium cars at Tamil Nadu unit

Jaguar Land Rover to start production of premium cars at Tamil Nadu unit

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Jaguar Land Rover will begin assembling premium cars at its new Tamil Nadu plant on February 9, marking a step towards full-scale luxury car manufacturing in India.

Jr World Cup gold medallist shooter Sambhaji Patil killed in car accident

Jr World Cup gold medallist shooter Sambhaji Patil killed in car accident

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

International shooter Sambhaji Patil, a gold medallist in the 2016 Junior World Cup, was killed on Monday when his car hit a truck on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Highway in Palghar district of Maharashtra.

Champions League: Real Madrid's Mbappe Out Of Benfica Match; Prestianni Appeal Dismissed

Champions League: Real Madrid's Mbappe Out Of Benfica Match; Prestianni Appeal Dismissed

Rediff.com21 hours ago

Benfica will also be without head coach Jose Mourinho, who is suspended after receiving a red card in the first leg.

FIH Pro League: India return to winning ways by edging Australia in shoot-out

FIH Pro League: India return to winning ways by edging Australia in shoot-out

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Indian men's hockey team ended their losing streak in the FIH Pro League by defeating Australia in a shoot-out after a 1-1 draw.

Historic! India to host two 2028 Olympic shooting qualifiers

Historic! India to host two 2028 Olympic shooting qualifiers

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

This is the first time India will be hosting two Olympic quota competitions.

Medvedev calls for ranking system rethink to ease burden on players

Medvedev calls for ranking system rethink to ease burden on players

Rediff.com1 days ago

Daniil Medvedev has called for a streamlined ATP calendar with only Grand Slams and Masters 1000 tournaments offering ranking points, though the Russian concedes such reforms would be difficult to implement.

Gukesh Dismisses Exaggerated Cheating Concerns in Chess

Gukesh Dismisses Exaggerated Cheating Concerns in Chess

Rediff.com1 days ago

World Champion D Gukesh believes concerns about cheating in chess are overblown and distances himself from Vladimir Kramnik's accusations. He also looks ahead to the Candidates Tournament.

Doubles redemption: Bhambri opens up on re-invention

Doubles redemption: Bhambri opens up on re-invention

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Doubles is not a sideshow: Yuki Bhambri on re-invention and right support

No risk to World Cup fans, says Mexico President

No risk to World Cup fans, says Mexico President

Rediff.com1 days ago

Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Tuesday there was "no risk" to fans coming to the country for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, after violence erupted following the capture and death of Mexico's most-wanted cartel leader, notably in Jalisco state.

IPL 2026: Safety red flag puts Jaipur matches at risk

IPL 2026: Safety red flag puts Jaipur matches at risk

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Rajasthan Royals are seeking an indemnity waiver from the Rajasthan government to host IPL matches in Jaipur due to safety concerns raised about the Sawai Mansingh Stadium.

Champions League: Bodo/Glimt shock Inter, Atletico march on

Champions League: Bodo/Glimt shock Inter, Atletico march on

Rediff.com1 days ago

Dramatic night in the Champions League playoffs as goals, shocks and dominant performances decided the final places in the last 16.

India in race to host 2031 AFC Asian Cup

India in race to host 2031 AFC Asian Cup

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) on Wednesday confirmed India's bid to host the Asian Cup in 2031

ISL: Odisha FC, Inter Kashi locked in goalless stalemate

ISL: Odisha FC, Inter Kashi locked in goalless stalemate

Rediff.com1 days ago

Odisha FC and Inter Kashi FC played out a goalless draw in an Indian Super League match, with both sides failing to convert their chances.

Footballer Saves Seagull Hit By Ball With CPR During Match In Turkey

Footballer Saves Seagull Hit By Ball With CPR During Match In Turkey

Rediff.com1 days ago

Istanbul Yurdum Spor's Gani Catan used CPR to revive a seagull that was struck by a ball during a match.

Winter Olympics: India's Stanzin Lundup finishes 104th in skiing

Winter Olympics: India's Stanzin Lundup finishes 104th in skiing

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

India's Stanzin Lundup clocked 28 minutes 26.7 seconds to end at 104th out of 111 athletes who finished the race at the Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium.

Paris St Germain's Achraf Hakimi to face trial for rape

Paris St Germain's Achraf Hakimi to face trial for rape

Rediff.com2 days ago

Achraf Hakimi is to face trial for rape, the defender, who plays for Paris St Germain and the Moroccan national squad, said in a social media post on Tuesday.

FIH Hockey Pro League: India men lose to Spain in penalty shootout

FIH Hockey Pro League: India men lose to Spain in penalty shootout

Rediff.com2 days ago

India went down fighting 3-4 in the penalty shootout against Spain following a tense 1-1 draw in regulation time during the FIH men's Pro League 2025-26 match in Hobart on Tuesday.

Indian runner Pooja Aatmaram banned for evading tests

Indian runner Pooja Aatmaram banned for evading tests

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian long-distance runner Pooja Aatmaram has been handed a reduced three-year ban by the Athletics Integrity Unit after admitting she fled an in-competition doping test in Mumbai last year.

Drug lord El Mencho's murder: FIFA monitoring World Cup host city

Drug lord El Mencho's murder: FIFA monitoring World Cup host city

Rediff.com2 days ago

Guadalajara violence postpones matches, FIFA monitoring World Cup host city

Gukesh targets first success of year at Prague Chess Festival

Gukesh targets first success of year at Prague Chess Festival

Rediff.com2 days ago

World champion D Gukesh aims for a strong performance at the Prague International Chess festival after an early World Cup exit and underwhelming Tata Steel Masters showing.

Vivo Unveils V60 Lite With Powerful 6,500 mAh Battery

Vivo Unveils V60 Lite With Powerful 6,500 mAh Battery

Rediff.com6 days ago

Vivo has introduced a refreshed V60 Lite 4G, updating last year's September 2025 edition with a newer Snapdragon 6s Gen 2 4G processor, stepping in for the earlier Snapdragon 685 chip.

EPL: Arsenal slip again as title race heats up

EPL: Arsenal slip again as title race heats up

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Arsenal's Premier League lead is cut to four points after a 1-1 draw against Brentford, with goals from Noni Madueke and Keane Lewis-Potter.

Super-sub Sesko seals win for Manchester Utd at Everton

Super-sub Sesko seals win for Manchester Utd at Everton

Rediff.com2 days ago

Benjamin Sesko came off the bench to score the winner as Manchester United beat Everton 1-0 in the Premier League, strengthening their hold on fourth place under Michael Carrick.

Sachin Invites Fadnavis, Shinde To Arjun's Wedding

Sachin Invites Fadnavis, Shinde To Arjun's Wedding

Rediff.com7 days ago

Sachin Tendulkar met Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde to invite them to son Arjun Tendulkar's wedding with Saaniya Chandhok. Invitations have also been extended to top national leaders.

T20 World Cup: India-Pakistan fever drives record-breaking views

T20 World Cup: India-Pakistan fever drives record-breaking views

Rediff.com6 days ago

The India vs Pakistan match in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 on JioHotstar achieved record-breaking digital reach and consumption, surpassing previous records for ICC events.

Football games postponed in Mexico after cartel leader's death sparks violence

Football games postponed in Mexico after cartel leader's death sparks violence

Rediff.com2 days ago

Several soccer games in Mexico were postponed due to violence following a military operation and the reported death of cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera, alias "El Mencho."

Lindsey Vonn Says Nearly Lost Leg In Winter Olympics Crash

Lindsey Vonn Says Nearly Lost Leg In Winter Olympics Crash

Rediff.com2 days ago

Lindsey Vonn revealed she nearly had her leg amputated following a crash at the Milano Cortina Olympics, detailing the severity of her injuries and the multiple surgeries she underwent.

Champions League: Benfica's Prestianni Suspended For Real Madrid Match Over Racism Allegations

Champions League: Benfica's Prestianni Suspended For Real Madrid Match Over Racism Allegations

Rediff.com2 days ago

UEFA has provisionally suspended Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni for one match following allegations of a racist slur directed at Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr. during a Champions League match.

IOC voices concern for Iranian athletes

IOC voices concern for Iranian athletes

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

The IOC has expressed concern for the welfare of Iranian athletes amid escalating unrest, mass arrests and reports of deaths, saying it remains in contact with Iran's Olympic community.

ISL: Mohun Bagan cruise past Chennaiyin FC

ISL: Mohun Bagan cruise past Chennaiyin FC

Rediff.com2 days ago

Mohun Bagan Super Giant defeated Chennaiyin FC 2-0 in an Indian Super League match, with goals from Jamie Maclaren and Dimitrios Petratos.

Wow! Just Look At Samantha, Sheetal On The Red Carpet

Wow! Just Look At Samantha, Sheetal On The Red Carpet

Rediff.com7 days ago

On February 17 in Mumbai, the Vogue Values: Women of Excellence event brought together some of the country's most influential women across arts, sports, entrepreneurship, philanthropy and culture.

T20 World Cup: 'Beta, Perform!' Afridi Publicly Schools Shadab

T20 World Cup: 'Beta, Perform!' Afridi Publicly Schools Shadab

Rediff.com6 days ago

Tensions have emerged within Pakistan cricket after Shadab Khan's response to criticism following the team's defeat to India in the T20 World Cup. His remarks have drawn criticism from former players and prompted a response from the PCB and Shahid Afridi.

English Premier League: Wolves and Sunderland condemn racial abuse of players

English Premier League: Wolves and Sunderland condemn racial abuse of players

Rediff.com3 days ago

Wolverhampton Wanderers and Sunderland have condemned the racial abuse directed at their players on social media following recent Premier League defeats.

Why I Cycled From Kashmir To Kanyakumari

Why I Cycled From Kashmir To Kanyakumari

Rediff.com2 days ago

'That journey across India has changed me forever.'

Google Introduces Pixel 10a To India Market

Google Introduces Pixel 10a To India Market

Rediff.com7 days ago

Google has unveiled the Pixel 10a in India and worldwide, expanding its Pixel series. The device can be pre-ordered through the brand's online store and an e-commerce platform, with sales starting next month.