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SEE: Here's how India gears up for Paris Olympics

SEE: Here's how India gears up for Paris Olympics

Rediff.com24 May 2024

'Let's Move India' encourages people of all ages and abilities to embrace the joy of movement and celebrate the Indian athletes heading to the Paris 2024 Olympics.

Meet Avani Lekhara, India's Pride

Meet Avani Lekhara, India's Pride

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Avani Lekhara, India's Paralympic shooting sensation, continued her reign of dominance at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris.

'Your legacy grows stronger with every step'

'Your legacy grows stronger with every step'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

2008 Olympic gold medallist shooter, Abhinav Bindra took to his official X handle and thanked Neeraj for inspiring every Indian to dream big.

'Savour this moment, you've earned it!'

'Savour this moment, you've earned it!'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

The cricket fraternity, including new T20 skipper Suryakumar Yadav and new head coach Gautam Gambhir, also joined in to congratulate the duo.

Fire extinguisher on rail track sparks scare in UP

Fire extinguisher on rail track sparks scare in UP

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

The railway officials launched an investigation jointly with the Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Government Railway Police (GRP) and found there was no criminal intent behind the act.

Bindra doffs hat to Chhetri

Bindra doffs hat to Chhetri

Rediff.com17 May 2024

From terming him a 'beacon of dedication' an an 'inspiration to millions', Bindra was effusive in his praise for the Indian captain.

36 killed as overcrowded bus falls into gorge in Almora

36 killed as overcrowded bus falls into gorge in Almora

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

A packed beyond capacity bus carrying passengers returning to work after Diwali fell into a deep gorge in Uttarakhand's Almora district on Monday, killing at least 36 of the over 60 people on board.

Coach Rana praises Manu's stellar show at Paris Olympics

Coach Rana praises Manu's stellar show at Paris Olympics

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

Jaspal Rana said that Manu Bhaker did a great job at the ongoing Summer Games.

Manu Bhaker Creates History In Paris

Manu Bhaker Creates History In Paris

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

No Indian athlete since Independence has won multiple medals at a single Games.

Ambanis Bring Indian Culture To Paris

Ambanis Bring Indian Culture To Paris

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

India House is a concept by the Reliance Foundation in partnership with the Indian Olympic Association to bring Indian heritage to Paris.

Keychain charm brings Olympic luck for Swapnil

Keychain charm brings Olympic luck for Swapnil

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Swapnil Kusale isn't really superstitious but when fellow mates Akhil Sheoran and Shriyanka Sadangi gifted him a small key chain to ward off evil eye, he readily accepted it

Jaspal Rana to return as India shooting coach?

Jaspal Rana to return as India shooting coach?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

Jaspal Rana's contribution towards Manu Bhaker's remarkable transformation into a double Olympics medallist will not go unnoticed. The national shooting federation is mulling bringing the Dronacharya awardee coach back into its fold.

Ranji: Sindhu's 11-wkt haul powers Haryana to victory

Ranji: Sindhu's 11-wkt haul powers Haryana to victory

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

Punjab, starting the penultimate day on 73/3 and needing 144 more runs, crumbled under pressure from Sindhu's relentless spin and Jayant Yadav's precise off-spin (3/35 in 10.4 overs), collapsing well before lunch and handing Haryana their second outright win in four matches.

Abhinav Bindra's father arrested

Abhinav Bindra's father arrested

Rediff.com15 May 2009

The father of Olympic shooting champion Abhinav Bindra was arrested in Delhi on Thursday for alleged fraud. He was arrested in connection with two cases of fraud and a trial court in Delhi issued a non-bailable arrest warrant against him.

CJI Chandrachud: A legacy of landmark verdicts that shaped society, row

CJI Chandrachud: A legacy of landmark verdicts that shaped society, row

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

While that created a stir so did the decision on his penultimate day at work with the Supreme Court rechristening its summer vacation "partial court working days", an issue that has led to criticism that the apex court judges enjoyed long breaks.

Amazon India creates 110K seasonal jobs ahead of festivals

Amazon India creates 110K seasonal jobs ahead of festivals

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

E-commerce firm Amazon India has announced the creation of over 110,000 seasonal job opportunities across its operations network as it prepares to serve millions of customers throughout India during the upcoming festival season. These positions include both direct and indirect roles in cities such as Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Lucknow, and Chennai, among others. Notably, Amazon has hired thousands of women and nearly 1,900 individuals with disabilities into its existing network.

DC Vs GT: Who Was The Best Fielder? Vote!

DC Vs GT: Who Was The Best Fielder? Vote!

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

If the bowlers ticked all the boxes, the Delhi Capitals fielders lent them apt support to play a crucial role in their six-wicket win over Gujarat Titans.

Face the expectations: Bindra's take on how to win Olympic gold

Face the expectations: Bindra's take on how to win Olympic gold

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

Abhinav Bindra has told the country's Paris-bound shooters to embrace the pressure they will face at the Games

Abhinav to set up schools

Abhinav to set up schools

Rediff.com23 Sep 2008

India's only Olympic gold medalist Abhinav Bindra on Tuesday announced setting up of a countrywide chain of 500 public schools to impart quality education, training in sports and develop the overall character of the future generation.

Paris 2024: Bindra prepares shooters for mental game

Paris 2024: Bindra prepares shooters for mental game

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

Bindra reminded the squad that "success is not a one-off event".

IPL 2025 Auction: 182 players sold; Rs 639.15 crore spent!

IPL 2025 Auction: 182 players sold; Rs 639.15 crore spent!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

The complete list of players sold in the IPL 2025 Auction in Jeddah.

SAI-Abhinav Bindra Targeting Performance Centre inaugurated

SAI-Abhinav Bindra Targeting Performance Centre inaugurated

Rediff.com16 Dec 2017

The centre was inaugurated by Prakash Padukone and Rahul Dravid, with Paralympic gold medallists Murlikant Petkar and Devendra Jhajharia present as Guests of Honour.

Houses of 'Dalits' torched in Bihar, 15 held; Oppn slams govt

Houses of 'Dalits' torched in Bihar, 15 held; Oppn slams govt

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

A day after 21 houses were set on fire in Bihar's Nawada district, a top state government official on Thursday said 15 people have been arrested in this connection.

PM Modi lauds grapple Aman's perseverance

PM Modi lauds grapple Aman's perseverance

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

Wrestling has not missed a medal at the Olympics since 2008 and Sehrawat's effort ensured the streak remained unbroken.

Houses of SC-STs torched in Bihar: Nitish orders action

Houses of SC-STs torched in Bihar: Nitish orders action

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday condemned the torching of 34 houses, mostly belonging to SC/ST communities, in Nawada district and asked the Additional Director General of Police (Law and Order) to visit the site and oversee the probe.

Decide on Kangana's film by September 25, HC orders censors

Decide on Kangana's film by September 25, HC orders censors

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

The Bombay high court on Thursday said creative freedom and the freedom of expression cannot be curtailed and the censor board cannot refuse to certify a film just because there is an apprehension of a law and order problem.

Congratulate Abhinav Bindra!

Congratulate Abhinav Bindra!

Rediff.com11 Aug 2008

The Delhi lad gave India the first ever individual Olympic goal when he won the 10m air rifle event in Beijing on Monday.

Abhinav Bindra recommended for Bharat Ratna

Abhinav Bindra recommended for Bharat Ratna

Rediff.com13 May 2013

The only Indian to win an individual gold medal in Olympics, shooter Abhinav Bindra, has been recommended for the Bharat Ratna -- the country's highest civilian honour -- by the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI).

'She didn't even smile': Bindra predicted Manu's medal

'She didn't even smile': Bindra predicted Manu's medal

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

Bindra praised Manu for patching up with coach Jaspal Rana and for working in tandem for her success.

PIX: Dravid-PT Usha meet at India House at Paris Olympics

PIX: Dravid-PT Usha meet at India House at Paris Olympics

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

India House aims to elevate the performances of Indian athletes, support the national sports federations, and build the credentials of India as a global sporting nation, with an aspiration to host the Olympic Games in the future.

Heartbreak for Manu, misses Olympics hat-trick

Heartbreak for Manu, misses Olympics hat-trick

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

Manu Bhaker narrowly missed out on the bronze medal as she finished fourth in the women's 25m pistol event, at the Paris Olympics on Saturday.

Gagan Narang overwhelmed by India's shooting success

Gagan Narang overwhelmed by India's shooting success

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

Gagan Narang lauded the Indian shooting contingent for their fantastic performances

Abhinav rubbishes gun tampering reports

Abhinav rubbishes gun tampering reports

Rediff.com14 Aug 2008

Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra, who called on President Pratibha Patil along with his father Dr A S Bindra and mother Babli on Thursday morning, denied reports that his gun was tampered with before the final of the 10 metres Air Rifle event at the Beijing Olympics. 'No, it is not true at all. I am not aware of any such thing,' he said.

'Washi Is A Superb Batter'

'Washi Is A Superb Batter'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

'The world is yet to watch him, show his prowess as a batter, but given the chance he will do a great job.'

Paris 2024: 'Expect more than 10 shooting medals for India'

Paris 2024: 'Expect more than 10 shooting medals for India'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

Bindra admitted that hopes will be high on the Indian shooting contingent in Paris after having notched up seven medals - India's best-ever tally - at the Tokyo Olympics.

Incredible India: 10 Amazing Train Journeys

Incredible India: 10 Amazing Train Journeys

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Discover our country through great Indian rail trips!

Abhinav Bindra disappoints

Abhinav Bindra disappoints

Rediff.com13 May 2005

The Indian ace placed 40th in men's 10m air rifle event in the ISSF World Cup (Rifle and Pistol) in Fort Benning, USA.

Kangana's film to miss release as HC refuses to...

Kangana's film to miss release as HC refuses to...

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Kangana Ranaut's film Emergency didn't get any relief on Wednesday from the Bombay high court which refused to pass any order in the wake of a directive by the Madhya Pradesh HC directing Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to consider objections to the movie before certifying it.

'Worth more than gold: Kusale's historic bronze'

'Worth more than gold: Kusale's historic bronze'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Prez, PM and sports fraternity hail bronze medallist shooter Sawpnil Kusale

I hadn't hoped I will win two medals in a single Olympics: Manu

I hadn't hoped I will win two medals in a single Olympics: Manu

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

At 22, Manu Bhaker has already become one of India's greatest athletes by winning two medals in the same Olympics.