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22 Rowers Join TOPS Development Group For Asian Games

22 Rowers Join TOPS Development Group For Asian Games

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Twenty-two rowers have been inducted into the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) Development Group to prepare for the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. The selection, made by the Mission Olympic Cell, includes prominent names like Balraj Panwar and Arvind Singh.

Will Tiger Shroff make Durand Cup debut?

Will Tiger Shroff make Durand Cup debut?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Bollywood action hero Tiger Shroff is all set to turn his football dream into reality with a likely Durand Cup debut for Mumbay FC.

World Boxing Reinstates Russian Boxers Under National Flag

World Boxing Reinstates Russian Boxers Under National Flag

Rediff.com6 hours ago

World Boxing has lifted restrictions on Russian boxers, allowing them to compete under their national flag in international events, moving away from the previous neutral status requirement. This decision aligns with a broader trend by the International Olympic Committee to reintegrate Russian athletes into global sports, particularly ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The governing body will, however, monitor their conduct and anti-doping compliance.

India's Para Athletes Eye Record Medal Haul At Glasgow CWG

India's Para Athletes Eye Record Medal Haul At Glasgow CWG

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

Paralympic Committee of India President Devendra Jhajharia predicts India will win a record-breaking half a dozen medals in para sports at the upcoming Glasgow Commonwealth Games, despite some exclusions. The 28-member contingent is confident of a strong performance across five disciplines.

International Tiger Day: 8 Amazing Tiger Moods

International Tiger Day: 8 Amazing Tiger Moods

Rediff.com1 days ago

What makes the tiger the undisputed king of the jungle?

Missing luggage leave Indian boxers scrambling before CWG opening ceremony

Missing luggage leave Indian boxers scrambling before CWG opening ceremony

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

India's boxing contingent for the Commonwealth Games faced a significant setback when nearly half of their luggage, including essential training gear and ceremonial outfits, was left behind in Belfast. This incident occurred just days before the boxing competition is set to begin in Glasgow.

Zidane takes over as France national team head coach

Zidane takes over as France national team head coach

Rediff.com2 days ago

Former France midfielder and Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has been appointed as the new head coach of the French national football team, succeeding Didier Deschamps.

Australia coach McDonald hints at Ben Stokes' Ashes return

Australia coach McDonald hints at Ben Stokes' Ashes return

Rediff.com1 days ago

Australia coach Andrew McDonald believes former England captain Ben Stokes could be persuaded to reverse his Test retirement and feature in the Ashes 2027 series, said Australia coach Andrew McDonald.

Vishy Anand Changes His Mind, Will Contest FIDE Poll

Vishy Anand Changes His Mind, Will Contest FIDE Poll

Rediff.com1 days ago

Former World Champion Viswanathan Anand has reversed his earlier decision not to seek another term and will contest the election for the FIDE Deputy President's post.

How Sports Minister Mandaviya Boosted Indian Spirit At Glasgow CWG

How Sports Minister Mandaviya Boosted Indian Spirit At Glasgow CWG

Rediff.com7 days ago

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya led a cycling rally in Glasgow, engaging the Indian community to promote healthy living and encourage support for the 'Cheer for Bharat' initiative at the Commonwealth Games. He urged participation in the Fit India Movement and highlighted cycling's benefits for health and environment, as India prepared to compete in a scaled-down CWG focusing on boxing, weightlifting, and athletics.

LeBron James signs with Philadelphia 76ers for one last championship bid

LeBron James signs with Philadelphia 76ers for one last championship bid

Rediff.com5 days ago

LeBron James has announced his decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers for the final chapter of his NBA career, foregoing larger salaries for one more shot at a championship with a franchise that has not won a title in 43 years.

Maskar And Dhillon Clinch Bronze For India At ISSF World Cup

Maskar And Dhillon Clinch Bronze For India At ISSF World Cup

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian rifle shooters Sonam Uttam Maskar and Himanshu Dhillon have won a bronze medal in the 10m air rifle mixed team event at the ISSF World Cup in Hangzhou. This medal brings India's total tally to four, including one gold, one silver, and two bronze. Both athletes expressed confidence and motivation from this achievement, with Himanshu marking his maiden senior World Cup podium.

How Cancer-Stricken Dad's Note Spurred Saransh Jain

How Cancer-Stricken Dad's Note Spurred Saransh Jain

Rediff.com2 days ago

Saransh Jain's domestic success motivated by his cancer-affected dad's inspiring note. Saransh received his India Test call-up for the Sri Lanka tour on Tuesday.

UEFA nations to boycott World Cup over FIFA stake sale plans

UEFA nations to boycott World Cup over FIFA stake sale plans

Rediff.com7 hours ago

UEFA's member associations have unanimously voted to boycott the World Cup and other FIFA competitions in protest against FIFA's plan to sell stakes to external investors in a subsidiary managing its tournaments.

'No one will tell me how to bat': Sanju Samson on quitting rat race

'No one will tell me how to bat': Sanju Samson on quitting rat race

Rediff.com3 days ago

Sanju Samson reveals Virat Kohli's advice on fitness, discipline and lifestyle, while explaining why he quit cricket's 'rat race' before becoming India's T20 World Cup Player of the Tournament.

India's Table Tennis Teams Start Strong at Commonwealth Championships

India's Table Tennis Teams Start Strong at Commonwealth Championships

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's top-seeded men's and women's table tennis teams secured identical 3-0 victories over Zimbabwe and Maldives, respectively, marking a commanding start to their campaign at the 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships in New Delhi.

Esports World Cup: LYON, Vitality, Dplus KIA, PVISION Win Titles

Esports World Cup: LYON, Vitality, Dplus KIA, PVISION Win Titles

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

Four champions were crowned during the second week of the Esports World Cup in Paris. LYON won the Free Fire title, Team Vitality secured the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Women's International crown, Dplus KIA emerged victorious in League of Legends, and PVISION triumphed in Dota 2, with several teams also making strides in the Club Championship standings.

Mandaviya To Review National Games Preparations In Meghalaya

Mandaviya To Review National Games Preparations In Meghalaya

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya will visit Meghalaya to review preparations for the 39th National Games and inaugurate a sports complex in Shillong.

Kolkata ThunderBlades, Goa Challengers Dominate Ultimate Table Tennis

Kolkata ThunderBlades, Goa Challengers Dominate Ultimate Table Tennis

Rediff.com19 Jul 2026

HVR Kolkata ThunderBlades secured a dominant 10-5 victory over UP Prometheans, while Dempo Goa Challengers maintained their unbeaten record in the Ultimate Table Tennis league.

India dethrone England to become No 1 in T20Is again

India dethrone England to become No 1 in T20Is again

Rediff.com4 days ago

India has ascended to the No. 1 position in the ICC Men's T20I Team Rankings, surpassing England, following their dominant 2-0 series lead against Zimbabwe. Key performances from batters Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma, alongside strong bowling, secured the series victory and the top ranking.

India's Medal Drought Continues At Shooting World Cup

India's Medal Drought Continues At Shooting World Cup

Rediff.com7 days ago

Indian shooters endured a second consecutive medal-less day at the ISSF World Cup in Hangzhou, a crucial tune-up event before the Asian Games. While Vidarsa Vinod reached the women's 50m rifle three positions final, finishing sixth, other Indian participants struggled in various events, including men's and women's skeet, and men's 25m rapid fire pistol. The performance raises concerns ahead of the upcoming major competition.

Infantino: World Cup stake sale 'an opportunity, not an obligation'

Infantino: World Cup stake sale 'an opportunity, not an obligation'

Rediff.com21 hours ago

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has clarified that the plan to sell stakes in the World Cup is a proposal and 'not an obligation', following strong criticism from regional football confederations who felt blindsided by the idea.

Mandaviya To Review National Games Preparations In Meghalaya

Mandaviya To Review National Games Preparations In Meghalaya

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya will visit Meghalaya to review preparations for the 39th National Games and inaugurate a sports complex.

Budigina Nears Podium, Nataraj Misses Backstroke Final At CWG

Budigina Nears Podium, Nataraj Misses Backstroke Final At CWG

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian para-swimmer Karthik Budigina finished a commendable fourth in the men's 100m Freestyle S13 final at the Commonwealth Games, narrowly missing a medal. Meanwhile, Olympian Srihari Nataraj failed to qualify for the men's 50m backstroke final, finishing seventh in his semifinal heat. Another Indian para-swimmer, Imam Ali, placed seventh in his final.

Virendra Sachdeva Joins Commonwealth Games Committee

Virendra Sachdeva Joins Commonwealth Games Committee

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Archery Association of India secretary general Virendra Sachdeva has been nominated as a member of the Commonwealth Games Committee by the World Archery.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi named Ishan Kishan's deputy in East Zone squad for Duleep Trophy

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi named Ishan Kishan's deputy in East Zone squad for Duleep Trophy

Rediff.com1 days ago

Teenage prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been appointed vice-captain in the Ishan Kishan-led East Zone squad for the upcoming Duleep Trophy starting next month.

'Bowlers will expose him': Yuvraj's warning to Sooryavanshi

'Bowlers will expose him': Yuvraj's warning to Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com7 days ago

Yuvraj Singh has praised teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's talent but highlighted his weakness against the moving ball, urging him to improve this aspect. Former coach Ravi Shastri also lauded Sooryavanshi's fearless approach and potential as a game-changer for India.

Who replaces Washington? India face major selection test

Who replaces Washington? India face major selection test

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian selectors face a selection dilemma for the upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka, with Washington Sundar unlikely to be fit for the first Test, while senior all-rounder Hardik Pandya is set to return to white-ball cricket from August after recovering from injury.

Why FIFA's $20B Plan Has UEFA Up in Arms

Why FIFA's $20B Plan Has UEFA Up in Arms

Rediff.com1 days ago

FIFA's proposal to create a $20 billion subsidiary for the World Cup, offering up to 20% stakes to external investors, aims to democratise global football finance but has been condemned by UEFA as selling the game's "soul."

Indian Men's Junior Squash Team Secures Semifinal Berth

Indian Men's Junior Squash Team Secures Semifinal Berth

Rediff.com22 hours ago

The Indian men's junior squash team defeated England to advance to the semifinals of the World Squash Junior Team Championships in Ontario, aiming to improve on last year's bronze. However, the Indian women's team, despite a strong start from Anahat Singh, was eliminated by USA in their quarterfinal match.

Sanju Samson: Leaving Rajasthan Royals was a 'huge risk', Dhoni's backing helped

Sanju Samson: Leaving Rajasthan Royals was a 'huge risk', Dhoni's backing helped

Rediff.com6 days ago

Sanju Samson described his move from Rajasthan Royals to Chennai Super Kings as a 'huge risk' but credited MS Dhoni's subtle yet impactful advice and the team management's unwavering support for helping him overcome a difficult start to the IPL 2026 season and rediscover his form.

Realme Narzo 100x 5G: Top Features, Price, Availability

Realme Narzo 100x 5G: Top Features, Price, Availability

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Realme Narzo 100x 5G has arrived with a strong focus on battery life and durability.

Vijender Singh Warns Against 'Sycophancy' In Indian Boxing

Vijender Singh Warns Against 'Sycophancy' In Indian Boxing

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

India's first Olympic boxing medallist, Vijender Singh, expresses deep concern over the future of male pugilists, citing a lack of competitions and a selection system he claims promotes 'sycophancy'. He argues that women boxers are currently outperforming men and are brighter medal prospects for the 2028 Olympics. Singh is highly critical of the new grading system, advocating for a return to the traditional trials-based selection process.

Bowling Struggles, Fitness Woes: Why India Flopped In England ODIs

Bowling Struggles, Fitness Woes: Why India Flopped In England ODIs

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

A look at what went wrong for India in the England ODI series.

Virendra Sachdeva Joins Commonwealth Games Committee

Virendra Sachdeva Joins Commonwealth Games Committee

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva has been nominated as a member of the committee on Commonwealth Games to be held in Ahmedabad in 2030.

Anahat Singh Crowned World Junior Squash Champion

Anahat Singh Crowned World Junior Squash Champion

Rediff.com5 days ago

Anahat Singh has made history by becoming the first Indian to win the world junior squash championship, defeating Egypt's Ruqayya Salem in the final. This victory follows her bronze medal performance last year.

Nepal, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Oman qualify for Asian Games

Nepal, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Oman qualify for Asian Games

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

The Nepal cricket team, along with Malaysia, topped Group A to make the Asian Games to be played in September 2026.

Women's Hockey Team Embarks On Final World Cup Preparations In Europe

Women's Hockey Team Embarks On Final World Cup Preparations In Europe

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Indian women's hockey team has departed for Frankfurt, Germany, to complete its final preparations for the upcoming FIH World Cup. The team will play practice matches and train in Europe before heading to the Netherlands for the tournament, where they will face China, South Africa, and England in Pool D.

How Goa Challengers Maintained Perfect UTT Record

How Goa Challengers Maintained Perfect UTT Record

Rediff.com19 Jul 2026

Dempo Goa Challengers defeated PBG Pune Jaguars 8-7 in a thrilling Ultimate Table Tennis Season 7 match, extending their unbeaten run. Key performances from Bernadette Szocs and Syndrela Das secured the victory for Goa, despite strong challenges from Pune. The article also briefly mentions U Mumba TT winning the Dream UTT Juniors championship.

Vinesh Phogat's Asian Games Dream Dashed In Trials

Vinesh Phogat's Asian Games Dream Dashed In Trials

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Vinesh Phogat's return to competitive wrestling ended in a semi-final loss at the Asian Games selection trials, dashing her hopes of re-entering the national team after the 2024 Paris Olympics trauma.