News for 'VP Sports'

Mandaviya To Chair Crucial Meeting On Hockey India League's Future

Mandaviya To Chair Crucial Meeting On Hockey India League's Future

Rediff.com13 Sep 2026

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya is set to meet Hockey India League (HIL) franchise owners and federation officials to address the league's financial and administrative crisis. The HIL is struggling with unpaid player dues, rising costs, and franchise withdrawals, prompting the ministry to seek solutions for its survival, especially given its importance for Indian hockey development.

Indian Golfer Diksha Dagar Drops Out Of LET Top 10

Indian Golfer Diksha Dagar Drops Out Of LET Top 10

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Indian golfer Diksha Dagar has dropped out of the Top 10 in the Ladies European Tour (LET) Order of Merit, now ranking 11th after missing the cut at the VP Bank Swiss Ladies Open. Other Indian golfers like Pranavi Urs, Avani Prashanth, and Aditi Ashok also feature in the rankings.

Pranavi Urs Advances In Swiss Ladies Open As Others Miss Cut

Pranavi Urs Advances In Swiss Ladies Open As Others Miss Cut

Rediff.com15 Aug 2026

Indian golfer Pranavi Urs successfully made the cut at the VP Bank Swiss Ladies Open, finishing Tied-28th after two rounds. Her compatriots Tvesa Malik and Diksha Dagar, however, missed the 36-hole cut. Sweden's Kajsa Arwefjall holds a commanding three-shot lead heading into the final round, seeking her first Ladies European Tour victory.

'A Big Blow To Infantino': Former FIFA VP Jim Boyce Slams 'Ludicrous' World Cup Stake Sale Plan

'A Big Blow To Infantino': Former FIFA VP Jim Boyce Slams 'Ludicrous' World Cup Stake Sale Plan

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

Former FIFA vice-president Jim Boyce has strongly criticised President Gianni Infantino's abandoned plans to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors, labelling the proposal 'ludicrous' and urging FIFA to prioritise the interests of fans over profit.

Indian Golfer Pranavi Urs Makes Progress In Swiss Ladies Open

Indian Golfer Pranavi Urs Makes Progress In Swiss Ladies Open

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Indian golfer Pranavi Urs showed improvement in the second round of the VP Bank Swiss Ladies Open, moving to T-24. While Urs progressed, fellow Indian golfers Tvesa Malik and Diksha Dagar faced challenges, with Dagar at risk of missing the cut. Sweden's Kajsa Arwefjall leads the tournament, maintaining a strong performance.

Veteran Golfer Eleanor Givens Claims First LET Victory In Switzerland

Veteran Golfer Eleanor Givens Claims First LET Victory In Switzerland

Rediff.com16 Aug 2026

Indian golfer Pranavi Urs finished tied-38th at the VP Bank Swiss Ladies event, while England's Eleanor Givens secured her maiden Ladies European Tour title after 15 seasons and 210 starts, rallying from behind on the final day.

ISL: Early goals earn Odisha close win over Sporting Club Delhi

ISL: Early goals earn Odisha close win over Sporting Club Delhi

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Odisha FC defeated Sporting Club Delhi 2-1 in their Indian Super League match, thanks to early goals from Suhair VP and K Lalrinfela. SC Delhi's Matija Babovic scored a penalty, but Odisha held on for the win.

Tata Steel Explains Why Jamshedpur FC Pulled Out of the ISL

Tata Steel Explains Why Jamshedpur FC Pulled Out of the ISL

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Jamshedpur FC's withdrawal from the Indian Super League was a pre-planned strategic decision to refocus on grassroots football development, independent of the league's commercial uncertainties, according to Tata Steel Vice President D B Sundara Raman.

Odisha denied win as Mohammedan finally get first point in ISL

Odisha denied win as Mohammedan finally get first point in ISL

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Mohammedan Sporting Club secured their first point in the Indian Super League with a 1-1 draw against Odisha FC, thanks to Adison Singh's equaliser.

Punjab FC Edge Out Odisha FC In Dramatic ISL Clash

Punjab FC Edge Out Odisha FC In Dramatic ISL Clash

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Punjab FC secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Odisha FC in an Indian Super League match, boosting their title ambitions. Goals from Manglenthang Kipgen, Bede Osuji, and Dani Ramirez sealed the win for Punjab, while Suhair VP and Kartik Hantal scored for Odisha.

FC Goa Defeat Odisha FC with Second-Half Surge in ISL Clash

FC Goa Defeat Odisha FC with Second-Half Surge in ISL Clash

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

FC Goa defeated Odisha FC 3-1 in their Indian Super League match, with goals from Drazic, Moreno, and Fernandes securing the victory.

AITA power struggle erupts ahead of India's Davis Cup tie

AITA power struggle erupts ahead of India's Davis Cup tie

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

As the results of last year's AITA elections stay unannounced, the rival factions in the national tennis federation have picked separate team managers for the upcoming Davis Cup tie against Switzerland, leading to an ego tussle between the members.

ISL: Odisha FC, Inter Kashi locked in goalless stalemate

ISL: Odisha FC, Inter Kashi locked in goalless stalemate

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

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.

Sheena Bora Case: A Sleuth Takes The Stand

Sheena Bora Case: A Sleuth Takes The Stand

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

Indrani Mukerjea, in pure white, sporting dancing pearl jhumkas, bobbed about the accused box, occasionally floating up front to whisper urgent suggestions to her lawyer Ranjeet Sangle as retired cop and prosecution witness Dinesh Kadam gave her a long look. Vaihayasi Pande Daniel returns to cover the Sheena Bora murder trial after 18 months.

Chinnaswamy Stadium unsafe for mass gathering: D'Cunha Commission

Chinnaswamy Stadium unsafe for mass gathering: D'Cunha Commission

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

The Justice John Michael D'Cunha Commission, appointed by the Karnataka Government, has deemed Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium "unsuitable and unsafe for mass gathering".

PICS: Humans vs Robots at China Half-Marathon

PICS: Humans vs Robots at China Half-Marathon

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

Twenty-one humanoid robots joined thousands of runners at the Yizhuang half-marathon in Beijing on Saturday, the first time these machines have raced alongside humans over a 21-km (13-mile) course.

'Mercedes not chasing numbers in luxury car space'

'Mercedes not chasing numbers in luxury car space'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

'In the luxury car segment, the adoption of EVs is almost double compared to the mass market.'

NorthEast United wrap 2024 with stunning win over MCFC

NorthEast United wrap 2024 with stunning win over MCFC

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Despite keeping 65.2 per cent of the possession, Mumbai City FC could take only three shots on target, as compared to seven by the visitors.

WFI Elections: Bajrang, Vinesh stunned as Brij Bhushan's protege wins

WFI Elections: Bajrang, Vinesh stunned as Brij Bhushan's protege wins

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

Birj Bhushan loyalist Sanjay Singh becomes new WFI president

Jagdeep Dhankhar, once a 'reluctant politician' to VP

Jagdeep Dhankhar, once a 'reluctant politician' to VP

Rediff.com6 Aug 2022

Dhankhar, who took to cricket in his school days and also had keen interest in spirituality and meditation, began his political journey with the Janata Dal and won the Lok Sabha elections in 1989.

Sports Shorts: Boxers continue to shine at Asian Junior Boxing

Sports Shorts: Boxers continue to shine at Asian Junior Boxing

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

Sanjay Mishra to become new BAI general secretary

Olympics will go ahead even under state of emergency: IOC VP

Olympics will go ahead even under state of emergency: IOC VP

Rediff.com21 May 2021

Coates, who spoke at a news conference at the end of the meeting, said that more than 80% of residents of the Olympic Village would be vaccinated ahead of July 23, when the Olympics start.

Hyundai launches Grand i10 SportZ Edition @ 5.11 lakh

Hyundai launches Grand i10 SportZ Edition @ 5.11 lakh

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

The Grand SportZ Edition will have features as Diamond cut Alloy wheels, blue tooth connectivity, steering mounted audio and Bluetooth controls, leather wrap on steering wheel, rear spoiler, B-Pillar blackout along with body graphics.

'I'm Sure The Concept For INDIA Came From Him'

'I'm Sure The Concept For INDIA Came From Him'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

'In Parliament, he was the one person who stood for democracy and secularism even when the principal Opposition party was not very forthright in taking on the BJP and RSS.'

No question of forfeiting 5th Test, says BCCI VP Shukla

No question of forfeiting 5th Test, says BCCI VP Shukla

Rediff.com11 Sep 2021

Board of Control for Cricket in India vice-president Rajeev Shukla says negotiations with the England and Wales Cricket Board are underway to resolve issues "amicably" following the cancellation of the fifth and final Test of the series, which was scheduled to commence in Manchester on Friday.

Largest cricket bat bids for Guinness world record

Largest cricket bat bids for Guinness world record

Rediff.com27 Jan 2015

As large as an eight to 10-storey building, the bat weighs 950 kg and is nearly 32 times longer than a standard bat.

Olympic champs rally behind Anita Sheoran in WFI showdown

Olympic champs rally behind Anita Sheoran in WFI showdown

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

Sheoran, it is learnt, has the backing of the six wrestlers, including Bajrang Punia, Vinesh Phogat and Sakshi Malik, who led the protests against Brij Bhushan at Jantar Mantar.

23-year wait ends! Bagan stun EB; seal Durand Cup triumph

23-year wait ends! Bagan stun EB; seal Durand Cup triumph

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

Mohun Bagan beat East Bengal 1-0 to win Durand Cup title for first time after 23 years

Dad was my best friend, guide, mentor: Jeev remembers Milkha Singh

Dad was my best friend, guide, mentor: Jeev remembers Milkha Singh

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

Jeev said Father's Day on Sunday was 'another sad reminder of what I've lost'.

Forget Maldives, Visit India's Finest Beach

Forget Maldives, Visit India's Finest Beach

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Havelock should be your destination for 2024. It is love at every sight!

ISL: ATK Mohun Bagan trump East Bengal in derby, seal third place

ISL: ATK Mohun Bagan trump East Bengal in derby, seal third place

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

By the middle of the first half, there were pacey crosses in either direction, with robust challenges also coming into the fray which would result in three yellow cards before the half-time whistle.

Rio Olympic Games preparations worst ever, says IOC VP Coates

Rio Olympic Games preparations "worst" ever, says IOC VP Coates

Rediff.com29 Apr 2014

International Olympic Committee (IOC) vice president John Coates called Brazil's preparations for the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Games "the worst" he has ever seen and critically behind schedule, but warned there is no "plan B" to find another host.

Armed forces hail Subedar Neeraj's 'golden victory'

Armed forces hail Subedar Neeraj's 'golden victory'

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

Defence minister Rajnath Singh said Neerj Chopra's "golden victory" at the Tokyo Olympics is a historic and proud moment for the entire country, including the Indian armed forces.

ISL: FC Goa end six-match winless drought

ISL: FC Goa end six-match winless drought

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

At the half-hour mark, East Bengal appealed for a penalty, but a freekick was awarded at the edge of the box instead. Silva's strike from the set piece was punched clear by junior World Cupper Dheeraj Moirangthem.

'Indian Olympic Association infighting should stop'

'Indian Olympic Association infighting should stop'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

A day after president Narinder Batra called for truce among the warring factions of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), Secretary General Rajeev Mehta also spoke in the same vein wanting to end the acrimony which he feels is hurting Indian sports.

Former FIFA VP Jack Warner surrenders: Reports

Former FIFA VP Jack Warner surrenders: Reports

Rediff.com28 May 2015

Former FIFA vice president Jack Warner surrendered after being accused on corruption charges, the Los Angeles Times reported, citing a spokeswoman for the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service.

Prez, VP, PM condole Dutt's death

Prez, VP, PM condole Dutt's death

Rediff.com25 May 2005

In a condolence message to his son Sanjay Dutt from St Petersburg, where he is on a State visit, President A P J Abdul Kalam, said Sunil Dutt had made significant contributions to the fields of art and public life.

Paes elected Bengal Tennis VP

Paes elected Bengal Tennis VP

Rediff.com30 Nov 2008

India's tennis ace Leander Paes has been elected as one of the seven vice-presidents of Bengal Tennis Association (BTA). The Kolkata ace, who now lives in Mumbai, was not present at the Annual General Meeting on Saturday but has accepted the new role, which was offered to him sometime back.

Meet NDA's Vice President nominee Jagdeep Dhankhar

Meet NDA's Vice President nominee Jagdeep Dhankhar

Rediff.com16 Jul 2022

The 71-year-old Dhankhar has been a noted lawyer, was instrumental in getting Other Backward Class status for Jats in Rajasthan and loves to beat his own cappuccino desi-style.

Tiger Global, others invest $225 mn in parent of IPL title sponsor Dream11

Tiger Global, others invest $225 mn in parent of IPL title sponsor Dream11

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

The new round values the company at $2.5 billion, more than double the over $1 billion valuation Dream 11 enjoyed in April 2019 when it was declared the country's first gaming unicorn.