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USOPC confirms White House support on LA28 visas

USOPC confirms White House support on LA28 visas

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

The USOPC has received "significant reassurances" from the White House on visas for the Los Angeles 2028 Games, Chair Gene Sykes said on Thursday, weeks after an internal memo showed the Trump administration was weighing sweeping travel restrictions.

PIX: A century on, Indian hockey still unites the nation

PIX: A century on, Indian hockey still unites the nation

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'This game against Tottenham will be important for us... to be (around) the top of the league.'

Ahmedabad recommended as host city for CWG 2030

Ahmedabad recommended as host city for CWG 2030

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Commonwealth Sport's EB recommends Ahmedabad as host for 2030 CWG

'I Want To Achieve What Lin Dan Did For China'

'I Want To Achieve What Lin Dan Did For China'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'If there's no financial support, talent doesn't get a chance to blossom.'

From farm tragedy to world glory: Rinku Hooda's gold

From farm tragedy to world glory: Rinku Hooda's gold

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

'When I threw in the warm-up, I knew I would do well. I thought I would touch 67-68. But I got a gold medal at 66m.'

Champions handed I-League 'trophy' after 6 months!

Champions handed I-League 'trophy' after 6 months!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

Six months on, AIFF presents replica I-League trophy to Inter Kashi after CAS verdict

How Climate Change Slowed Down Marathoners!

How Climate Change Slowed Down Marathoners!

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Window for fast marathons closing because of climate change, report finds

PKL: Bengaluru Bulls take down Jaipur Pink Panthers

PKL: Bengaluru Bulls take down Jaipur Pink Panthers

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Bengaluru Bulls were in fine form as they thrashed Jaipur Pink Panthers 47-26 in the Pro Kabaddi League at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium in Chennai on Saturday.

Lyles equals Bolt's golden feat in 200m!

Lyles equals Bolt's golden feat in 200m!

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

World Athletics Championships: Noah Lyles levels Usain Bolt's 200m four-peat milestone, eyes record-extending fifth

Para Worlds: Nishad, Simran add more glitter to India's tally

Para Worlds: Nishad, Simran add more glitter to India's tally

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Nishad Kumar and Simran Sharma won their maiden World Para Athletics Championships gold in high jump and 100m race respectively, as India clinched four medals to jump to fourth spot on the most productive day, in New Delhi, on Friday.

From state lawmaker to mayor of America's largest city

From state lawmaker to mayor of America's largest city

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani, of Indian descent, has won the New York City mayoral election, becoming the first Muslim, first Indian-origin, first African-born, and youngest mayor in over a century. His victory is seen as a significant moment for the city and the Indian-American community.

'We Knew Shah Rukh Was Going To Pack His Bags For Bollywood'

'We Knew Shah Rukh Was Going To Pack His Bags For Bollywood'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

'It is something that he always wanted to do and he has achieved phenomenal success in doing it.'

Want to buy items gifted to Modi? Check this out

Want to buy items gifted to Modi? Check this out

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

An e-auction of over 1,300 items gifted to Prime Minister Narendra Modi has begun, featuring items such as a statue of Goddess Bhavani, an Ayodhya Ram Temple model, and sports memorabilia from the 2024 Paralympic Games. Proceeds will go to the Namami Gange project.

'He has been a promoter and supporter of these Games'

'He has been a promoter and supporter of these Games'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

'He has been a promoter and supporter of these Games during his first term. These Games were allocated to Los Angeles during the first term. He loves sport.'

Back Into Good Books! IOC Restores Funding To India

Back Into Good Books! IOC Restores Funding To India

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

IOC resumes funding to IOA after "corrective measures" to resolve disputes and governance issues

Abhinav Bindra Named IOC's Mental Health Ambassador

Abhinav Bindra Named IOC's Mental Health Ambassador

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra has been a long-time advocate for athlete mental health.

Khelo Bharat Niti aims at reshaping sporting landscape

Khelo Bharat Niti aims at reshaping sporting landscape

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

Cabinet approves Khelo Bharat Niti, says it will bring India into top-5 of world sports

Bangar's Daughter Exposes Star Cricketer

Bangar's Daughter Exposes Star Cricketer

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

Anaya recently revealed the shocking abuse she faced after coming out as transgender.

ICC suspends USA Cricket's membership

ICC suspends USA Cricket's membership

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday announced the suspension of USA Cricket's membership with immediate effect, saying the decision has been taken after a "thorough review of affairs and extensive engagement with key stakeholders over the past year".

Indian Women Create Their 1983 Moment

Indian Women Create Their 1983 Moment

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

If the men of 1983 gave India a reason to dream, the women of 2025 could give it something rarer -- the courage to live that dream in full daylight, under an open sky that finally belongs to them, points out Prem Panicker.

India submits proposal to host 2030 CWG in Ahmedabad

India submits proposal to host 2030 CWG in Ahmedabad

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

The 2030 edition carries historic significance, marking 100 years of the Commonwealth Sport Movement, and India's bid positions Ahmedabad as the host city for this centenary edition, the Gujarat government said in a statement.

'Every player is a potential match-winner now'

'Every player is a potential match-winner now'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana says the biggest change in the women's team since the last T20 World Cup is the belief that every player is a potential "match-winner" now, a shift driven by greater focus on fitness and preparation.

Liverpool set to splash $175m on this young striker

Liverpool set to splash $175m on this young striker

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Liverpool have agreed a deal to sign Swedish striker Alexander Isak from Newcastle United on a long-term contract for a British record fee of around 130 million pounds.

Visionary & long overdue: PT Usha hails sports bill

Visionary & long overdue: PT Usha hails sports bill

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Sports Bill will end stagnation; bring in transparency: PT Usha in Rajya Sabha

US govt restricts sports visas for transgender women

US govt restricts sports visas for transgender women

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Trump to sign order creating Olympics task force ahead of 2028 games

Premier League on mission to expand India footprint

Premier League on mission to expand India footprint

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Premier League takes its responsibility very seriously and do a great job: Michael Owen

Neeraj's Paris T-shirt immortalised in World Athletics museum

Neeraj's Paris T-shirt immortalised in World Athletics museum

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

Double Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra is among 23 athletes whose competition artefacts have been inducted into the World Athletics Heritage Collection.

27 years on, India's Winter Olympians still lack support

27 years on, India's Winter Olympians still lack support

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Shiva Keshavan cannot help feeling that the more things change, the more they remain the same.

ABVP wrests key positions in DUSU polls, NSUI limited to one seat

ABVP wrests key positions in DUSU polls, NSUI limited to one seat

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

The RSS-affiliated ABVP won the president's post and two other positions in the Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) elections, restricting the NSUI to just one seat. The victory celebrations were muted due to court orders against disruptive festivities.

'Curbs on sporting engagements standard safeguard'

'Curbs on sporting engagements standard safeguard'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

Implementation of sports bill in 6 months, regulation of participation standard safeguard: Mandaviya

More para-athletes should have get Khel Ratna: Praveen

More para-athletes should have get Khel Ratna: Praveen

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

Praveen Kumar expressed his sentiments without naming anyone, saying he would have been happier if other Paris Paralympics medallists had also been honored.

India stuns Switzerland, but where's the tennis plan?

India stuns Switzerland, but where's the tennis plan?

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

But the big question that keeps striking the mind is, if Indian tennis system can actually claim this win as its own. The answer is: partially.

Sharath Kamal's 11-year plan to win TT Olympic gold

Sharath Kamal's 11-year plan to win TT Olympic gold

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Recently-retired Indian table tennis great A Sharath Kamal has given himself 11 years to produce the country's first Olympic medallist in the racket sport and German football club Borussia Dortmund could end up being his unlikely ally in pursuit of this path-breaking dream.

Surgery forces star steeplechaser to miss World C'ships

Surgery forces star steeplechaser to miss World C'ships

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

'It's a tough setback, but I'm determined to do the hard work and come back stronger. Thank you for all your messages of support. I'll be back faster and stronger.'

'Winning A Medal For India Meant A Lot'

'Winning A Medal For India Meant A Lot'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'It was a tough field, and I was nervous going in.' 'But once I stepped onto the court, I focused only on giving my best.'

Kangana's next big role isn't in movies or politics...

Kangana's next big role isn't in movies or politics...

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Kangana Ranaut named brand ambassador of World Para Athletics Championships

Parliament passes National Sports Bill after extensive discussion

Parliament passes National Sports Bill after extensive discussion

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

The National Sports Governance Bill was on Tuesday passed by the Parliament with Rajya Sabha giving its nod a mere 24 hours after Lok Sabha.

India's Lone Woman Downhill Rider Turns Trailblazer

India's Lone Woman Downhill Rider Turns Trailblazer

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

'I wasn't just racing, I was paving the way for others.'

'Motherhood didn't end my career...': Sania Mirza

'Motherhood didn't end my career...': Sania Mirza

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Sania Mirza opened up on how motherhood transformed her life and career, and how sport has constantly taught her resilience and self-forgiveness

Neeraj thanks fans after win in Bengaluru

Neeraj thanks fans after win in Bengaluru

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

'I didn't expect such a crowd and support in the first season.'