News for 'World Athletics'

Lokesh Sathyanathan Wins Long Jump Gold At NCAA Indoor Championships

Lokesh Sathyanathan Wins Long Jump Gold At NCAA Indoor Championships

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Young Indian athlete Lokesh Sathyanathan won the gold medal in the men's long jump at the NCAA Indoor Championships, setting a new indoor national record.

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.

World Athletics: Spain's Martin wins first gold!

World Athletics: Spain's Martin wins first gold!

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

Alvaro Martin of Spain captured gold in the 20-kilometre race walk in the opening event of the World Athletics Championships.

Indian Kabaddi Stars Gear Up for Asian Games with Intensive Training Camp

Indian Kabaddi Stars Gear Up for Asian Games with Intensive Training Camp

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Leading kabaddi players from India's men's and women's teams are participating in a high-performance strength and conditioning camp to prepare for the Asian Games in Japan.

Premier League 2015-16 champions Leicester City relegated to third division

Premier League 2015-16 champions Leicester City relegated to third division

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Leicester City were relegated to the third tier of English soccer on Tuesday, a decade on from their astonishing run to the Premier League title, while Coventry City made sure they will go up to the top flight as champions.

Premier League 2015-16 champions Leicester City relegated to third division

Premier League 2015-16 champions Leicester City relegated to third division

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Leicester City were relegated to the third tier of English soccer on Tuesday, a decade on from their astonishing run to the Premier League title, while Coventry City made sure they will go up to the top flight as champions.

How a Social Media Post Led Payal Nag to Para Archery Glory

How a Social Media Post Led Payal Nag to Para Archery Glory

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Teenage quadruple amputee para archer Payal Nag wins gold at the World Para Archery Series in Bangkok, overcoming social stigma and defeating her idol Sheetal Devi.

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.

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.

Mirabai Chanu Eyes Elusive Asian Games Medal

Mirabai Chanu Eyes Elusive Asian Games Medal

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu is determined to win a medal at the Asian Games, the only major title missing from her collection. She also spoke about the importance of the Khelo India Tribal Games.

Chinese Humanoid Robot Breaks Half-Marathon Record

Chinese Humanoid Robot Breaks Half-Marathon Record

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

A humanoid robot named 'Flash,' developed by Shenzhen Honor Smart Technology, achieved a record-breaking time of 50 minutes and 26 seconds in the Beijing E-Town half-marathon, surpassing the human world record in autonomous navigation.

Commonwealth Youth Games Set for Malta and Gozo in 2025

Commonwealth Youth Games Set for Malta and Gozo in 2025

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

The eighth edition of the Commonwealth Youth Games will be held in Malta and Gozo from October 29 to November 4, 2025, featuring eight sports and a record-breaking para sport programme.

WADA To Evaluate India's Dope Testing Lab

WADA To Evaluate India's Dope Testing Lab

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) will assess the performance of India's National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL) in the coming months, a process described as routine by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA). WADA President Witold Banka expressed satisfaction with the facility after a recent visit, while India is also in the running to host the next WADA Global Education Conference.

Chhattisgarh Women's Football Team Wins Gold at Khelo India Tribal Games

Chhattisgarh Women's Football Team Wins Gold at Khelo India Tribal Games

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Chhattisgarh women's football team won gold at the Khelo India Tribal Games, defeating Jharkhand 1-0. Other highlights include Jharkhand's Shiv Kumar Soren's double in athletics and Karnataka leading the medal tally.

India Sporting Goods Fair Aims to Propel Manufacturing Sector

India Sporting Goods Fair Aims to Propel Manufacturing Sector

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

The 4th India Sporting Goods Fair (ISGF) is set to take place, showcasing athletic gear and equipment from across the country, as the government pushes to establish India as a global hub for sports goods manufacturing.

Rinku Singh lands key role in UP government setup

Rinku Singh lands key role in UP government setup

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has appointed cricketer Rinku Singh as a Regional Sports Officer, recognising his achievements in cricket, including his IPL success and contributions to the Indian national team.

Anil Kumble warns: Don't rush Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Anil Kumble warns: Don't rush Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Anil Kumble advises caution on fast-tracking Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to the Indian cricket team, while also discussing India's potential to host the 2036 Olympics and the importance of grassroots sports development.

World Athletics: Toor, Shankar's withdrawal leaves void

World Athletics: Toor, Shankar's withdrawal leaves void

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

Tejaswin will however focus on Asian Games 2023, which will be held from Hangzhou, China from September 23 to October 8.

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.

Commonwealth Sport President Confident in India's Readiness for 2030 Games

Commonwealth Sport President Confident in India's Readiness for 2030 Games

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Commonwealth Sport president Donald Rukare expressed satisfaction with India's preparations for the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, following a multi-city review of venues and infrastructure.

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.

IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans' Coach Hayden's Simple Act Wins Hearts

IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans' Coach Hayden's Simple Act Wins Hearts

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden was seen helping ground staff clean the Gujarat Titans' dugout after an IPL practice, earning praise for his humility and sportsmanship.

India Hires Foreign Wrestling Coaches For Asian Games Prep

India Hires Foreign Wrestling Coaches For Asian Games Prep

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

The Wrestling Federation of India has appointed three foreign coaches and a High Performance Director to enhance national camps in preparation for the Asian Games and the 2028 Olympics.

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.

Sabalenka opposes transgender athletes in women's tennis

Sabalenka opposes transgender athletes in women's tennis

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

World number one Aryna Sabalenka said it would be unfair for women to face "biological men" in professional tennis.

India Sporting Goods Fair Aims to Propel Manufacturing Sector

India Sporting Goods Fair Aims to Propel Manufacturing Sector

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

The 4th India Sporting Goods Fair (ISGF) showcases athletic gear and equipment from 75 exhibitors, highlighting the government's commitment to promoting sports goods manufacturing in India.

How Sanju Samson's Roots Fuelled His T20 World Cup Success

How Sanju Samson's Roots Fuelled His T20 World Cup Success

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

An article about Sanju Samson's journey to success in the T20 World Cup, highlighting the influence of his father's advice and his commitment to his roots.

Lyles, Jefferson lead US to relay golds at Worlds

Lyles, Jefferson lead US to relay golds at Worlds

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

Melissa Jefferson-Wooden became only the second woman to sweep all three sprint titles at one World Athletics Championships.

Abhimanyou Mandwal Sets Sights On 2028 Olympics

Abhimanyou Mandwal Sets Sights On 2028 Olympics

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Indian wrestler Abhimanyou Mandwal discusses his mental strength, recent successes, and ambitions for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, including a shift to the 74kg category.

Arunachal Pradesh Seeks to Host North East Games in 2026

Arunachal Pradesh Seeks to Host North East Games in 2026

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

The Arunachal Olympic Association (AOA) has submitted a proposal to the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) to host the 4th North East Games in 2026, aiming to boost sports development in the region.

World Athletics on track for gender equality

World Athletics on track for gender equality

Rediff.com7 Mar 2022

Among the pledges announced by the governing body under the banner #WeGrowAthletics are plans to ensure gender equality

Neeraj reveals India's plan to host 2027 World Athletics C'ships

Neeraj reveals India's plan to host 2027 World Athletics C'ships

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

India set to bid for 2027 World Athletics Championships: Neeraj Chopra

Paralympics open with message of unity amid Middle East conflict

Paralympics open with message of unity amid Middle East conflict

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Games open in Verona with calls for unity amid wars and athlete absences

How Abhimanyou Mandwal Is Gearing Up For 2028 Olympics

How Abhimanyou Mandwal Is Gearing Up For 2028 Olympics

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Indian wrestler Abhimanyou Mandwal emphasises the importance of mental strength as he aims for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, transitioning to the 74kg category and drawing on his fearless upbringing and recent successes.

Indian Badminton Players Still Waiting for Certificates After University Games Exclusion

Indian Badminton Players Still Waiting for Certificates After University Games Exclusion

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Six Indian badminton players are still awaiting participation certificates promised by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) after an administrative lapse prevented them from competing at the World University Games.

Abdulla Aboobacker eyes second Commonwealth Games medal

Abdulla Aboobacker eyes second Commonwealth Games medal

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Indian triple jumper Abdulla Aboobacker is aiming for a second successive medal at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow after an inconsistent season.

Why there's uncertainty around Neeraj Chopra's season opener

Why there's uncertainty around Neeraj Chopra's season opener

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Chopra focussing on rehabilitation of his back injury, season opener not known yet: Sumariwalla

'Hallmark of Indianness': PM Modi hails Indian-origin stars in T20 World Cup

'Hallmark of Indianness': PM Modi hails Indian-origin stars in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi acknowledged the significant contributions of Indian-origin players to various sports teams worldwide, emphasising their connection to their roots and their impact on their adopted countries.

India to Face Jamaica in Unity Cup Semifinal

India to Face Jamaica in Unity Cup Semifinal

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

The Indian men's national football team will participate in the Unity Cup 2026, a four-nation friendly tournament held in London, marking their return to the UK for international matches after 24 years.