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Rani to lead Indian women's hockey team at Commonwealth Games

Rani to lead Indian women's hockey team at Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com14 Mar 2018

Rani Rampal will captain an 18-strong Indian women's team, while experienced goalkeeper Savita will shoulder the duties of vice-captain at next month's Commonwealth Games

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

PHOTOS: EXCITING Moments from Last Day of the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games

PHOTOS: EXCITING Moments from Last Day of the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com15 Apr 2018

CWG are well-captured and here we document all the action from the LAST DAY, in pictures...

Mary Kom Eyes Professional Boxing After Age Limit Ends Amateur Run

Mary Kom Eyes Professional Boxing After Age Limit Ends Amateur Run

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Indian boxing legend Mary Kom is considering a move to professional boxing after age restrictions ended her amateur career. She remains committed to grassroots development and praises government initiatives to promote sports and fitness.

Tell us 5 steps to save the Commonwealth Games

Tell us 5 steps to save the Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com23 Sep 2010

Tell us five urgent steps which you think can roll back the negative developments and ensure that we can redeem ourselves both in our eyes and the world's!

How we can ensure a terror-free Commonwealth Games

How we can ensure a terror-free Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com13 Sep 2010

Ensuring foolproof security at mega-sporting events like the Commonwealth Games 2010 is a challenging task, especially in the face of new and emerging threats like CBRN (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear) terrorism.

After weight switch, Nitu Ghanghas eyes Olympic medal

After weight switch, Nitu Ghanghas eyes Olympic medal

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

With 48kg not part of the Olympic programme, the choices were limited.

Lovlina, Nikhat to lead India at Asian Boxing Championships

Lovlina, Nikhat to lead India at Asian Boxing Championships

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain and two-time world champion Nikhat Zareen will lead the Indian contingent at the Asian Boxing Championships in Mongolia.

PHOTOS: EXCITING Moments from Day 9 of the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games

PHOTOS: EXCITING Moments from Day 9 of the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com13 Apr 2018

Things are heating up at the 2018 Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast

Manpreet Singh Denies Fallout with Hockey India Chief, Eyes Record

Manpreet Singh Denies Fallout with Hockey India Chief, Eyes Record

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Veteran midfielder Manpreet Singh refutes rumours of a rift with Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey, expressing his desire to surpass Tirkey's record and continue playing until the Asian Games.

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.

Pregnant Jessica Ennis-Hill to skip Commonwealth Games

Pregnant Jessica Ennis-Hill to skip Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com10 Jan 2014

Britain's Olympic heptathlon champion Jessica Ennis-Hill is pregnant and will miss the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow in July, she said on Friday.

P T Usha's Husband Passes Away Suddenly

P T Usha's Husband Passes Away Suddenly

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

V Srinivasan collapsed at his residence in Kozhikode at 12.30 am on Friday.

Nigeria joins India in race to host 2030 CWG!

Nigeria joins India in race to host 2030 CWG!

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

India is not the lone bidder for the 2030 Commonwealth Games and will face competition from Nigeria to get the hosting rights of the multi-sporting event as the African nation has also submitted its formal bid before the August 31 deadline.

Indian Athletes Prepare for Inaugural National Indoor Championships

Indian Athletes Prepare for Inaugural National Indoor Championships

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Top Indian athletes, including Animesh Kujur and Praveen Chithravel, are set to compete in the inaugural National Indoor Championships in Bhubaneswar, viewing it as crucial preparation for the Asian Games.

PHOTOS: EXCITING Moments from Day 10 of the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games

PHOTOS: EXCITING Moments from Day 10 of the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com14 Apr 2018

Games are well-captured and here we document all the action from Day 10, in pictures...

Beyond the Commonwealth Games: The hidden treasures of Australia

Beyond the Commonwealth Games: The hidden treasures of Australia

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

These pics will make you add Australia to your 2018 bucket list.

Love is in the air at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games!

Love is in the air at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games!

Rediff.com28 Jul 2014

There was romance at the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome with the engagement of two Scottish cyclists on Sunday.

Viv Richards hails India's impact on white-ball cricket

Viv Richards hails India's impact on white-ball cricket

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

West Indies legend Viv Richards praises India's dominance in white ball cricket and discusses his role as an envoy for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).

'A giant sports administrator': Kalmadi remembered

'A giant sports administrator': Kalmadi remembered

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Country's top sports administrators on Tuesday expressed deep sorrow at the death of former IOA president Suresh Kalmadi, calling it a huge loss to the Olympic movement in India.

Sindhu pulls out of Badminton Asia Team Championship

Sindhu pulls out of Badminton Asia Team Championship

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu has pulled out of the upcoming Badminton Asia Team Championships, dealing a major blow to Indian team's medal chances at the tournament beginning next week.

After bagging 2030 CWG, Ahmedabad bids for more global events

After bagging 2030 CWG, Ahmedabad bids for more global events

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Ahmedabad proposed as host city for 2031 World Athletics C''ships and 2028 World U20 C''ships

Suresh Kalmadi: From IAF Pilot To Powerbroker Of Indian Sport

Suresh Kalmadi: From IAF Pilot To Powerbroker Of Indian Sport

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Suresh Kalmadi brought several top-class events to India including the 2003 Afro Asian Games, the 2008 Commonwealth Youth Games, the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

Injury-riddled Asiad winner Jinson Johnson hangs up his spikes

Injury-riddled Asiad winner Jinson Johnson hangs up his spikes

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

During the 2018 Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast, Australia, Johnson broke Bahadur Prasad's 23-year-old 1500m national record with a time of 3 minute 37.86 seconds though he finished fifth in the final.

'India Is Proud': Virat Kohli Pays Tribute to Saina Nehwal

'India Is Proud': Virat Kohli Pays Tribute to Saina Nehwal

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli Salutes Olympic medallist Saina Nehwal after she announced her retirement earlier this week.

Hardik Singh, Navneet Kaur bag Hockey India Player of the Year Awards

Hardik Singh, Navneet Kaur bag Hockey India Player of the Year Awards

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Hardik Singh and Navneet Kaur were named Hockey India Player of the Year in the men's and women's categories, respectively, at a ceremony in New Delhi. Several other players, officials, and member units were also recognised for their contributions to Indian hockey.

Tejaswin Shankar stuns Olympic medallist Shelby; wins high jump title in Kansas

Tejaswin Shankar stuns Olympic medallist Shelby; wins high jump title in Kansas

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Tejaswin Shankar pulled off a big upset, outclassing Olympic silver medalist Shelby McEwen to win the men's high jump title at the DeLoss Dodds Invitational 2026 athletics meet.

'21-Point System Has Worked Well': Saina Nehwal Cautions BWF On Proposed Scoring Changes

'21-Point System Has Worked Well': Saina Nehwal Cautions BWF On Proposed Scoring Changes

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Olympic medallist Saina Nehwal has urged the Badminton World Federation to exercise caution regarding proposed scoring changes, maintaining that the current 21-point system preserves the sport's essential intensity and endurance.

Mirabai carries Indian weightlifting through a tainted 2025

Mirabai carries Indian weightlifting through a tainted 2025

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

Indian weightlifting once again revolved around the enduring brilliance of Mirabai Chanu, whose World Championships silver was the single biggest achievement for the sport in a year marked by doping concerns and senior-level stagnation.

Post-surgery, Mary Kom sets sights on next year's Commonwealth Games

Post-surgery, Mary Kom sets sights on next year's Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com1 Oct 2013

India's boxing queen MC Mary Kom is determined to get back in the ring next year and win the gold medal at the Commonwealth Games.

'I want Olympic gold': Nikhat Zareen eyes LA 2028

'I want Olympic gold': Nikhat Zareen eyes LA 2028

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

The last year proved to be a period of reflection for Nikhat Zareen, one that taught her to temper expectations while also strengthening her resolve to fulfil her dream of becoming an Olympic champion.

Bhubaneswar to Host World Indoor Athletics Championships in 2028

Bhubaneswar to Host World Indoor Athletics Championships in 2028

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

India will host the World Indoor Athletics Championships for the first time in 2028 in Bhubaneswar. The decision was made at the World Athletics Council meeting in Torun, Poland.

India Plans to Revive Formula One with Driver Development Program

India Plans to Revive Formula One with Driver Development Program

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

India's Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya is pushing to revive Formula One racing in the country, focusing on creating a strong pipeline of drivers and technicians. Discussions with the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI) have centered on developing a comprehensive framework to integrate motorsports with India's automotive and engineering sectors.

Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium to be revamped as Sports City

Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium to be revamped as Sports City

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

The iconic Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi will be "dismantled" to create a Sports City that will cater to all major disciplines and include lodging facility for athletes.

PHOTOS: EXCITING Moments from Day 5 of 2018 Commonwealth Games

PHOTOS: EXCITING Moments from Day 5 of 2018 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com9 Apr 2018

The events on Day 1, Day 2, Day 3 and Day 4 of the Games were well captured and here we document all the action from Day 5, in pictures...

PT Usha confident India will win 2030 CWG bid

PT Usha confident India will win 2030 CWG bid

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Indian Olympic Association president P T Usha is confident about securing the hosting rights of the 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games during the Commonwealth Sport General Assembly in Glasgow on November 26.

'Beyond medals lies your...' Tendulkar salutes Saina

'Beyond medals lies your...' Tendulkar salutes Saina

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar on Thursday paid glowing tribute to former badminton world number one Saina Nehwal, saying her career was a testament to how greatness is built over time and that her legacy extended far beyond medals.

India keen to host 2028 World Indoor Athletics Championships

India keen to host 2028 World Indoor Athletics Championships

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

India bids for another global meet, this time 2028 World Indoor Athletics Championships