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Hooda wins F46 men's javelin throw gold at Para Worlds

Hooda wins F46 men's javelin throw gold at Para Worlds

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Dayawanti breaks Asian record but finishes fourth

Higher, stronger... Duplantis ready to raise the bar again

Higher, stronger... Duplantis ready to raise the bar again

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Armand Duplantis first put the world on notice five years ago as a 20-year-old when he cleared 6.17 for the first time, breaking Frenchman Renaud Lavillenie's previous record mark set in 2014.

Historic! Kushare makes high jump final at worlds

Historic! Kushare makes high jump final at worlds

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Sarvesh Anil Kushare on Sunday became the first Indian to qualify for high jump final at the World Athletics Championships

'New Respect, New Prestige': How Sports Stars Wished Modi

'New Respect, New Prestige': How Sports Stars Wished Modi

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 75, wishes poured in from across the country, with sporting icons Gautam Gambhir, R Praggnanandhaa, and Olympic medallist shooter Manu Bhaker sending their heartfelt messages.

Ankita breaks 2000m steeplechase NR in Israel

Ankita breaks 2000m steeplechase NR in Israel

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Olympian Ankita Dhyani broke the women's 2000m steeplechase national record while winning gold at the Grand Slam Jerusalem athletics meet in Israel.

Chopra leads 19-member Indian squad for World C'ships

Chopra leads 19-member Indian squad for World C'ships

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

Neeraj to lead India in World C'ships; three miss chance due to medical issues despite qualification

EB have it tough in maiden AFC Women's CL appearance

EB have it tough in maiden AFC Women's CL appearance

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

The centralised semi-finals and the final are scheduled for May 20 to 23, next year.

'Hard day': Neeraj explains battles in Zurich final

'Hard day': Neeraj explains battles in Zurich final

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Neeraj Chopra's streak of top-two finishes at events continued as he secured the second spot with the best throw of 85.01 m during the competition.

When Indian Soldiers Went Through Hell

When Indian Soldiers Went Through Hell

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Can Imperial Japan be forgiven for what it did to Indian soldiers it was supposed to protect as PoWs?

Gatha loses as recurve archers' barren run continues at Worlds

Gatha loses as recurve archers' barren run continues at Worlds

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Showing superb control, Lim chose to slow the tempo in the second set but still outscored Gatha, who slipped to two 8s and a 9.

Sitharaman asks fintechs to strengthen risk management to check AI misuse

Sitharaman asks fintechs to strengthen risk management to check AI misuse

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday asked fintech firms to focus on risk management at a time when criminals are using AI to mimic voices, clone identities and create lifelike videos to manipulate people.

Shailesh wins India's first gold at Para Worlds

Shailesh wins India's first gold at Para Worlds

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

High jumper Shailesh opens gold account for India, 2 world records shattered

Was Neeraj Chopra carrying an injury?

Was Neeraj Chopra carrying an injury?

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra has been dealing with a back problem for the past two weeks and that might have affected his performance in the World Championships finals in Tokyo on Thursday.

A Medal for Nanna: Satwik's Emotional Tribute

A Medal for Nanna: Satwik's Emotional Tribute

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

And beyond personal grief, Satwik's gratitude spilled outward -- to those who cheered, to those who stood by him, and to the nation itself.

Will These Films Win An Oscar?

Will These Films Win An Oscar?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

The festival's People's Choice Award, voted by the audience, is a strong indication of films that can eventually be nominated and even win Oscars. Twelve of the last 15 People's Choice winners have received Best Picture Oscar nominations.

Mighty Koreans Skip Inaugural Archery Premier League!

Mighty Koreans Skip Inaugural Archery Premier League!

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

There will be no South Korean participation in the inaugural Archery Premier League, denying Indian archers a chance to "test" themselves against their biggest nemesis in the world's first-ever franchise competition in the sport.

Satwik-Chirag rue lack of rhythm in Worlds bronze run

Satwik-Chirag rue lack of rhythm in Worlds bronze run

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

'We didn't get really any rhythm. We didn't start off that well. We gave away easy points (in the third game). We should have been a bit smarter. But, credit to them.'

Nikhat Zareen dominates, Lovlina crashes out

Nikhat Zareen dominates, Lovlina crashes out

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Star boxers Nikhat Zareen and Lovlina Borgohain endured contrasting outings on their international return

Putin, Kim, Erdogan to attend China's V-Day parade

Putin, Kim, Erdogan to attend China's V-Day parade

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Twenty-six foreign leaders, including Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un, will attend China's V-Day commemorations on September 3. Japan has expressed concerns about the event's anti-Japanese overtones.

World Championship showdown: Neeraj Chopra hunts gold again

World Championship showdown: Neeraj Chopra hunts gold again

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Neeraj Chopra is set to face Nadeem for the first time after the 2024 Paris Olympics, giving him a chance to avenge his second-place finish in the French capital.

Masterclass! Neeraj Chopra qualifies for final with first throw!

Masterclass! Neeraj Chopra qualifies for final with first throw!

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Neeraj Chopra made it look effortless as he sealed his spot at the World Athletics Championships with a stunning first throw in Tokyo on Wednesday.

Neeraj vs Peters vs Weber: Javelin giants clash in Zurich

Neeraj vs Peters vs Weber: Javelin giants clash in Zurich

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Chopra qualified for this year's DL Final in fourth place after competing in two of the four qualifying legs.

Recurve archers flop! India women lose bronze play-off

Recurve archers flop! India women lose bronze play-off

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

India's recurve archers once again flattered to deceive at the World Championships as the women's team lost to South Korea in the bronze medal play-off.

Chopra still searching for perfect technique ahead of DL Finals

Chopra still searching for perfect technique ahead of DL Finals

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

'In Doha, the 90m throw was really good, but technically I don't want to say that was perfect.'

Simone Biles inspires Coco Gauff's tearful comeback

Simone Biles inspires Coco Gauff's tearful comeback

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Former US Open champion Coco Gauff wiped away a flood of mid-match tears after a litany of service errors to defeat unseeded Croatian Donna Vekic 7-6(5) 6-2 and labour into the third round of the Grand Slam on Thursday.

Neeraj Chopra qualifies for Diamond League 2025 final

Neeraj Chopra qualifies for Diamond League 2025 final

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Star Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has qualified for the Diamond League 2025 Final in Zurich, Switzerland, scheduled to be held on August 27 and 28.

Medal hopes Thangavelu, Sharad not included for World Para C'ships

Medal hopes Thangavelu, Sharad not included for World Para C'ships

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

Paris Paralympics club throw gold medallist Dharambir Nain and double bronze winner sprinter Preethi Pal have been named as India's flag bearers for the opening ceremony on September 27.

Jefferson-Wooden crushes 100m field again in Brussels

Jefferson-Wooden crushes 100m field again in Brussels

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Jefferson-Wooden's winning time was short of the 10.65 seconds she ran in the US track and field championship at the start of August, but only bettered this year by Olympic champion Julien Alfred of Saint Lucia.

Weightlifting high: India bag 13 medals; Mehak, Lovepreet star

Weightlifting high: India bag 13 medals; Mehak, Lovepreet star

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

India's Mehak Sharma won a silver medal in women's +86kg category while Lovepreet Singh settled for a bronze in men's +110kg on the concluding day of the Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships

No farewell yet, as Lovlina sets sights on World title

No farewell yet, as Lovlina sets sights on World title

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

'I would have quit if I'd have won Paris Olympic medal'

Hassan, Kiros win Sydney Marathon in dawn of new era

Hassan, Kiros win Sydney Marathon in dawn of new era

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

Hassan said she paid the price for her fast start over the last part of the race but she held on to win her fourth marathon in six starts, including her triumph at last year's Paris Olympics.

Six Worlds, no gold... Can Deepika break the jinx?

Six Worlds, no gold... Can Deepika break the jinx?

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

Deepika Kumari will yet again chase an elusive World Championship medal as India are set to showcase their next generation, led by 15-year-old Gatha Khadake, at the prestigious tournament

Looking forward to meet Xi, Putin in Tianjin: Modi begins Japan, China tour

Looking forward to meet Xi, Putin in Tianjin: Modi begins Japan, China tour

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Japan and China to further national interests and build cooperation for regional and global peace.

China displays new missiles, weapons as Xi hosts Putin, Kim

China displays new missiles, weapons as Xi hosts Putin, Kim

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

China showcased its latest military hardware, including hypersonic and ballistic missiles, during a parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of its victory against Japanese aggression in World War II. President Xi Jinping called for world peace and national rejuvenation.

With eye on Beijing, India and Japan boost defence ties

With eye on Beijing, India and Japan boost defence ties

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

India and Japan have unveiled a comprehensive framework to boost their defence cooperation in response to security challenges, particularly concerning China's increasing military presence in the East and South China Seas.

India's hockey greats lead Punjab flood relief

India's hockey greats lead Punjab flood relief

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

Former Team India hockey stars Rupinder Pal Singh, Gurwinder Singh Chandi and Jugraj Singh are now engaged in a different 'field work' - they are part of the relief and rescue operations in flood-affected Punjab.

Mirabai returns with record-breaking gold medal

Mirabai returns with record-breaking gold medal

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Mirabai Chanu produced a record-breaking performance to expectedly win the gold medal at the Commonwealth Championships in Ahmedabad on Monday.

Neeraj to skip Brussels leg ahead of Diamond League finals

Neeraj to skip Brussels leg ahead of Diamond League finals

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Out of the 14 DL meetings, four have men's javelin throw on their roster.

Manpreet drops 7 kilos, eyes LA Olympics at 36!

Manpreet drops 7 kilos, eyes LA Olympics at 36!

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Manpreet Singh, the second-most capped player in Indian hockey, has found a second wind by tweaking his lifestyle and diet.

Under Par Neeraj Chopra Finishes 2nd

Under Par Neeraj Chopra Finishes 2nd

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Clearly, Chopra was not at his best in the season's Diamond League grand finale. He had three legal throws out of the six attempts.