News for 'World Athletics Championship'

World Athletics: Kang finishes poor 12th in javelin throw final

World Athletics: Kang finishes poor 12th in javelin throw final

Rediff.com13 Aug 2017

Indian javelin thrower Davinder Singh Kang finished 12th at the World Championships in London on Saturday.

World Athletics: Bolt, Mo Farah set the tracks on fire in Beijing

World Athletics: Bolt, Mo Farah set the tracks on fire in Beijing

Rediff.com29 Aug 2015

Britain's Mo Farah stormed to victory in the 5,000 metres on Saturday to secure an unprecedented third successive distance double at major global championships.

Minakshi, Jaismine, Vishvanath Shine As 8 Indian Boxers Enter Final

Minakshi, Jaismine, Vishvanath Shine As 8 Indian Boxers Enter Final

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Indian boxers, including world champions Jaismine Lamboria and Meenakshi Hooda, have secured eight spots in the finals of the Asian Boxing Championships, showcasing India's strength in the sport.

Remembering Randhir Singh: Pioneer Of Indian Olympic Movement

Remembering Randhir Singh: Pioneer Of Indian Olympic Movement

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Randhir Singh, a prominent figure in Indian sports and the Olympic movement, has died at the age of 79. He was known for his contributions as an athlete, administrator, and advocate for Indian sports on the international stage.

It was my dream to win gold at World championships: Neeraj

It was my dream to win gold at World championships: Neeraj

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra became the first Indian to win a gold medal at the World Athletics Championships.

Asian Boxing: Preeti Pawar Enters Final; Nikhat Zareen, Lovlina Borgohain Exit

Asian Boxing: Preeti Pawar Enters Final; Nikhat Zareen, Lovlina Borgohain Exit

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Indian boxer Preeti Pawar advances to the final of the Asian Boxing Championships, while Nikhat Zareen and Lovlina Borgohain are eliminated in the semi-finals.

3 Para World records smashed in one morning!

3 Para World records smashed in one morning!

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

Bulgaria's Ruzhdi claimed his sixth successive gold medal in the men's shot put F55 competition with a world record throw in the World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi on Sunday.

Neeraj Chopra's mission to make athletics prime time

Neeraj Chopra's mission to make athletics prime time

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

Make track and field events more attractive and marketable, says Neeraj Chopra

World Athletics: Mixed relay team in final; Dutee out in first round

World Athletics: Mixed relay team in final; Dutee out in first round

Rediff.com28 Sep 2019

The Indian mixed 4x400m relay team qualified for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics after reaching the final in the World Athletics Championships, in Doha.

Animesh Kujur Targets 10-Second Barrier In 100m

Animesh Kujur Targets 10-Second Barrier In 100m

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Indian sprinter Animesh Kujur is aiming to break the 10-second barrier in the 100m this season after changing his starting block following a false start at the National Indoor Championships.

Vinesh Phogat Alleges Conspiracy, Vows To Fight WFI Ban

Vinesh Phogat Alleges Conspiracy, Vows To Fight WFI Ban

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Vinesh Phogat has accused the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) of trying to force her out of the sport, following a show-cause notice and ineligibility declaration. She insists she will fight the ban and has denied any anti-doping violations.

Why Vinesh Phogat Is Ineligible For Domestic Wrestling Events

Why Vinesh Phogat Is Ineligible For Domestic Wrestling Events

Rediff.com9 May 2026

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has issued a show-cause notice to Vinesh Phogat, citing indiscipline and anti-doping rule violations, rendering her ineligible for domestic competitions until June 2026.

End Of An Era: Randhir Singh, Veteran Sports Administrator, Dies

End Of An Era: Randhir Singh, Veteran Sports Administrator, Dies

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Veteran sports administrator and India's first shooting gold-medallist in Asian Games, Randhir Singh, died on Wednesday after battling age-related ailments. He was 79.

Shreyas Iyer joins Mumbai Falcons as face of F1 sim racing push

Shreyas Iyer joins Mumbai Falcons as face of F1 sim racing push

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited (MFRL) has named Shreyas Iyer as the brand ambassador for its Formula 1 programme in India.

Meet the Indians in action at the World Athletics

Meet the Indians in action at the World Athletics

Rediff.com22 Aug 2015

Indian athletes will begin their campaign in the World Championships in Beijing, on Sunday.

Vinesh Phogat Alleges Conspiracy, Vows To Fight WFI

Vinesh Phogat Alleges Conspiracy, Vows To Fight WFI

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Vinesh Phogat has alleged that the Wrestling Federation of India wants her to quit wrestling, but she refuses to give in. She insists she is eligible to compete and questions the WFI's actions against her.

Life Bans for Pakistan Weightlifting Officials in Doping Scandal

Life Bans for Pakistan Weightlifting Officials in Doping Scandal

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has banned Pakistani weightlifting officials for life and a weightlifter for four years due to doping violations.

National Sports Awards Delayed: Ministry Re-evaluating Arjuna Award Recommendations

National Sports Awards Delayed: Ministry Re-evaluating Arjuna Award Recommendations

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

The National Sports Awards in India have been delayed due to a re-evaluation process aimed at ensuring only deserving athletes receive the honour. The Sports Ministry is reassessing Arjuna Award recommendations to maintain the award's value and avoid controversies.

IAAF ratifies Anju's top finish in 2005 World Athletics Final

IAAF ratifies Anju's top finish in 2005 World Athletics Final

Rediff.com1 Apr 2014

Star Indian long jumper Anju Bobby George has officially become the gold medal winner of the World Athletics Final, held at Monte Carlo in 2005, after the International Association of Athletics Federation ratified the result of the meet.

World Athletics C'ships: Watch out for Neeraj Chopra

World Athletics C'ships: Watch out for Neeraj Chopra

Rediff.com9 Aug 2017

Neeraj Chopra will have the weight of expectations on him when he begins his World Athletics Championship campaign on Thursday.

Karnataka Triumphs At Inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games

Karnataka Triumphs At Inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Karnataka emerged as the overall champions at the inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games, securing 23 gold medals.

WADA President Addresses India's Doping Problem, Hails Anti-Doping Efforts

WADA President Addresses India's Doping Problem, Hails Anti-Doping Efforts

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

WADA President Witold Banka acknowledges India's doping problem but recognises sincere efforts to address it, including participation in Operation Upstream.

Neeraj reclaims World No. 1 spot; Arshad is...

Neeraj reclaims World No. 1 spot; Arshad is...

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

India's world champion Neeraj Chopra dethroned Grenada's Anderson Peters to reclaim the number one spot in men's javelin throw world rankings following a string of brilliant performances on the international stage recently.

WFI Blocks Vinesh Phogat's Wrestling Comeback

WFI Blocks Vinesh Phogat's Wrestling Comeback

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Vinesh Phogat's attempt to compete in the National Open Ranking tournament was rejected by the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), leading to a confrontation where she alleged a 'pre-planned conspiracy' to prevent her return to wrestling.

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.

Josh Kerr storms back to 3,000m gold glory

Josh Kerr storms back to 3,000m gold glory

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Josh Kerr of Britain won the 3,000 metres title at the World Indoor Championships in Poland, while other athletes broke records in the heptathlon, 400 metres, and pole vault.

Karnataka Secures Overall Victory at Inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games

Karnataka Secures Overall Victory at Inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Karnataka emerged as the overall champions at the inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games, securing 23 gold medals. The event saw participation from 30 states and union territories, with Odisha and Jharkhand following in the medal tally.

Sable, Jyothi strike GOLD at Asian Athletics

Sable, Jyothi strike GOLD at Asian Athletics

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Gold rush: Yarraji, Sable, women's 4x400m relay finish on top to extend India's Asian C'ship dominance

Bolt, Richards named IAAF world athletes of year

Bolt, Richards named IAAF world athletes of year

Rediff.com23 Nov 2009

Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt, who became one of the world's most recognised athletes, and American women's 400 metres world champion Sanya Richards were named IAAF world athletes of the year on Sunday.

Samrat Rana, Gulveer Singh Among New Additions to TOPS Core Group

Samrat Rana, Gulveer Singh Among New Additions to TOPS Core Group

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

The Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) Core group has been updated with the inclusion of rising stars like Samrat Rana and Gulveer Singh, while some established athletes have been dropped due to performance issues.

Samrat Rana, Gulveer Singh Among New Additions to TOPS Core Group

Samrat Rana, Gulveer Singh Among New Additions to TOPS Core Group

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

The Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) Core group has been updated, with rising stars like Samrat Rana and Gulveer Singh joining, while underperforming athletes such as H.S. Prannoy and Deepak Punia have been dropped.

World Athletics: What you must not miss tonight!

World Athletics: What you must not miss tonight!

Rediff.com15 Aug 2013

Day 5 guide to the action in the Moscow World Athletics Championships.

World Athletics Updates! Farah storms to victory in 10,000 metres

World Athletics Updates! Farah storms to victory in 10,000 metres

Rediff.com22 Aug 2015

Britain's Mo Farah stormed down the final straight to retain his 10,000 metres world title in some style on Saturday and extend his dominance of men's distance running at major championships.

Why Asian Champ Chitra was excluded from World championships squad

Why Asian Champ Chitra was excluded from World championships squad

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

Former national champion PT Usha on Wednesday clarified that Kerala athlete P U Chitra was not included in the team for the World championships as she did not meet the qualifying mark set by International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF).

Krishna Jayasankar Targets National Outdoor Shot Put Record After Indoor Success

Krishna Jayasankar Targets National Outdoor Shot Put Record After Indoor Success

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Indian shot putter Krishna Jayasankar is aiming to break the national outdoor record after setting a national indoor record in the USA. She is training to qualify for the Commonwealth and Asian Games.

Collapsed at 4am, wins gold hours later: Paralympic hero

Collapsed at 4am, wins gold hours later: Paralympic hero

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

After defying medical advice and spending few hours at a Delhi hospital, Poland's Roza wins gold

Komalika Bari Determined To Revive Olympic Dream After Setbacks

Komalika Bari Determined To Revive Olympic Dream After Setbacks

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Indian archer Komalika Bari, once a rising star, is determined to revive her career and Olympic dream after facing setbacks and a drop in world rankings.

Gout runs wind-assisted 19.84s to win Australia's 200m title

Gout runs wind-assisted 19.84s to win Australia's 200m title

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

Gout's pre-race rival Lachlan Kennedy was disqualified for a false start and, as a result, the youngster hesitated out of the blocks before powering down the straight to leave the competition battling for second.

Sheetal Devi's Journey to Para Archery Success: Hard Work and Resilience

Sheetal Devi's Journey to Para Archery Success: Hard Work and Resilience

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Sheetal Devi, the world number one para archer, has been named 'Para Archer of the Year 2025' by World Archery, recognising her extraordinary achievements and unwavering dedication.

Neeraj Conquers The World! Congratulate The Champion

Neeraj Conquers The World! Congratulate The Champion

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

Salute The Champion!