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Indian Man Faces Charges For Unauthorised Entry At Singapore F1 Grand Prix

Indian Man Faces Charges For Unauthorised Entry At Singapore F1 Grand Prix

Rediff.com12 Oct 2026

An Indian national, Daver Arish Adil, 39, has been charged with two counts of criminal trespass for allegedly entering a ticketed area and a staff-only zone at the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix without valid authorisation. His case will be heard again in court on Friday, with potential penalties including jail time and fines.

Kimi Antonelli Wins US Grand Prix Pole; Inches Closer To Historic F1 Title

Kimi Antonelli Wins US Grand Prix Pole; Inches Closer To Historic F1 Title

Rediff.com1 days ago

Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli has secured pole position for the US Grand Prix, putting him in a strong position to become Formula One's youngest world champion and Italy's first since 1953, if results align on Sunday.

Varanasi's Grand IAF Air Show Over Ganga

Varanasi's Grand IAF Air Show Over Ganga

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Glimpses of the Indian Air Force's spectacular aerial display over the Ganga in Varanasi.

Alcaraz: Best-of-five sets crucial for Grand Slam legacy, calendar needs change

Alcaraz: Best-of-five sets crucial for Grand Slam legacy, calendar needs change

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Carlos Alcaraz has firmly stated that Grand Slam tournaments should maintain their best-of-five sets format, arguing that shortening men's matches would 'kill the legacy' of tennis's four majors. Instead, the world number three advocates for changes to the sport's demanding tour calendar to address player workload.

F1 returns to Africa after 33 years, with Rwanda set to host Grand Prix from early 2030s

F1 returns to Africa after 33 years, with Rwanda set to host Grand Prix from early 2030s

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Formula One will return to Africa after 33 years, with Rwanda securing a 10-year deal to host a Grand Prix from the early 2030s, promising tourism, investment and jobs.

Colourful Garba Nights, Grand Durga Puja Pandals

Colourful Garba Nights, Grand Durga Puja Pandals

Rediff.com16 Oct 2026

Glimpses of India's vibrant Navratri and Durga Puja celebrations, as devotees perform traditional Garba, worship Goddess Durga and visit elaborately decorated pandals.

Berrettini spoils Wawrinka's Grand Slams farewell

Berrettini spoils Wawrinka's Grand Slams farewell

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Former champion Stan Wawrinka lost to Italy's Matteo Berrettini in the first round of the US Open, marking the end of the 41-year-old Swiss national's Grand Slam career before his retirement at the end of the season.

Siniakova-Townsend complete career Grand Slam with US Open crown

Siniakova-Townsend complete career Grand Slam with US Open crown

Rediff.com12 Sep 2026

Top seeds Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend defeated American wildcards Ashlyn Krueger and Robin Montgomery to win the U.S. Open women's doubles final, completing their team career Grand Slam. This victory marks Siniakova's 12th Grand Slam doubles title and makes her the first player to achieve a career Grand Slam with two different partners.

George Russell fends off Max Verstappen to win Azerbaijan F1 Grand Prix

George Russell fends off Max Verstappen to win Azerbaijan F1 Grand Prix

Rediff.com26 Sep 2026

George Russell secured a hard-fought victory at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, fending off a late charge from Max Verstappen after two safety car periods disrupted his comfortable lead. The win marks Russell's third of the season and significantly narrows the championship gap to teammate Kimi Antonelli. Isack Hadjar also celebrated a podium finish, while several other drivers faced incidents.

Praggnanandhaa Scripts History With Grand Chess Tour Crown

Praggnanandhaa Scripts History With Grand Chess Tour Crown

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Indian Grandmaster Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu made history by winning his maiden Grand Chess Tour Finals title in St.Louis, becoming the first Indian to achieve this feat. He staged a remarkable comeback against Fabiano Caruana, securing the title with a 15-13 score after winning rapid games and holding his ground in blitz.

Pro Wrestling League Set For Grand Return In January

Pro Wrestling League Set For Grand Return In January

Rediff.com9 Oct 2026

The Pro Wrestling League (PWL) is set to kick off its sixth season from January 9 to 26 next year in New Delhi, featuring 86 grapplers, including 34 international medallists. Six franchises will compete across Olympic weight categories, with Indian Asian Games medallists and Japanese Olympic champion Yui Susaki among the participants.

Praggnanandhaa lets Keymer escape in grand finale opener

Praggnanandhaa lets Keymer escape in grand finale opener

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Praggnanandhaa squandered a winning advantage against Vincent Keymer in the Grand Chess Tour opener, allowing the resilient German to survive and secure a hard-fought draw.

Indian Junior Badminton Stars Advance To Grand Prix Finals

Indian Junior Badminton Stars Advance To Grand Prix Finals

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

Nishchal Chand and Gatha Suryawanshi have advanced to the finals of the Indian Junior International badminton Grand Prix in Pune. Chand, a 16th seed, upset second seed Jagsher Singh Khangurra in the men's singles, while Suryawanshi defeated Thailand's Pattanun Thiannaparpornchok in the women's singles.

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy praises Praggnanandhaa's Grand Chess Tour triumph

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy praises Praggnanandhaa's Grand Chess Tour triumph

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy congratulated Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa for becoming the first Indian to win the Grand Chess Tour title. Praggnanandhaa achieved this historic victory by defeating Fabiano Caruana in the grand finale in St Louis, USA, inspiring many across the nation.

CM Vijay hails Praggnanandhaa after historic Grand Chess Tour triumph

CM Vijay hails Praggnanandhaa after historic Grand Chess Tour triumph

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

'...his victory in securing the champion's title is a fitting recognition of his extraordinary talent and unwavering perseverance.'

Praggnanandhaa on Cusp of Grand Chess Tour Finals

Praggnanandhaa on Cusp of Grand Chess Tour Finals

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa has taken a commanding 9-3 lead over Germany's Vincent Keymer, putting him just six points away from qualifying for the finals of the prestigious US$450,000 Grand Chess Tour concluding event.

Praggnanandhaa to Face Caruana in Grand Chess Tour Final

Praggnanandhaa to Face Caruana in Grand Chess Tour Final

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa has secured his spot in the finals of the Grand Chess Tour's last leg, defeating Germany's Vincent Keymer 19-9. He is set to compete against defending champion Fabiano Caruana of the USA for the title.

Pune Hosts India Junior International Grand Prix Badminton

Pune Hosts India Junior International Grand Prix Badminton

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

The India Junior International Grand Prix badminton tournament is set to begin in Pune, featuring 304 players from nine countries, including top junior talents like Dev Ruparelia. The event, organised by the Poona District Metropolitan Badminton Association, offers a total prize money of USD 15,000 and concludes on August 30.

Ruparelia, Negi Lead Indian Charge At Junior Badminton Grand Prix

Ruparelia, Negi Lead Indian Charge At Junior Badminton Grand Prix

Rediff.com30 Aug 2026

Dev Ruparelia and Ishita Negi clinched the boys' and girls' singles titles, respectively, at the India Junior International Badminton Grand Prix in Pune. Indian pair Pavan and Punith Suresh also secured the boys' doubles crown, showcasing strong performances from young Indian shuttlers.

Pune Municipal Corporation Upgrades Roads For International Cycling Event

Pune Municipal Corporation Upgrades Roads For International Cycling Event

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Pune Municipal Corporation is undertaking extensive road upgrades across 84 kilometres in preparation for the Pune Grand Tour (PGT) 2027, an international Category 2 cycling competition. These works include improving road surfaces, repairing footpaths, standardising signage, and expediting utility-related infrastructure to ensure the safety and smooth conduct of the six-stage event scheduled from January 26 to 31.

Osaka contemplates retirement as motherhood forces her to rethink tennis journey

Osaka contemplates retirement as motherhood forces her to rethink tennis journey

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Naomi Osaka admits she has contemplated retirement as motherhood shapes her priorities, but the four-time Grand Slam champion believes she is close to rediscovering her title-winning form.

'I Have to Keep Fighting': Hamilton on His Africa GP Dream

'I Have to Keep Fighting': Hamilton on His Africa GP Dream

Rediff.com3 days ago

Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton reveals his long-standing dream of an African Grand Prix, now set for Rwanda in the early 2030s, is a significant motivator for him to extend his illustrious racing career.

Kimi Antonelli wins United States GP, but must wait for first F1 crown

Kimi Antonelli wins United States GP, but must wait for first F1 crown

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Kimi Antonelli secured victory at the US Grand Prix, bringing him to the verge of becoming Formula One's youngest-ever champion. The Mercedes driver now needs only two points in Mexico to clinch the title, despite efforts from rivals Lewis Hamilton and George Russell to delay his triumph. Charles Leclerc finished second, with Max Verstappen third.

Indian Shuttlers Shine At Junior International Grand Prix

Indian Shuttlers Shine At Junior International Grand Prix

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

India's Arjun Reddy Aluguvelli caused an upset by defeating eighth seed Adithya Kiran from the UAE at the Indian Junior International Grand Prix badminton tournament. Other Indian players, Jagsher Singh Khangurra and Vaibhav Singh, also secured hard-fought victories.

Praggnanandhaa seals Grand Chess Tour Final spot

Praggnanandhaa seals Grand Chess Tour Final spot

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa has moved into a joint lead with American Wesley So at the Sinquefield Cup after a decisive victory over France's Maxime Vachier-Lagrave, securing his spot in the Grand Finale.

Praggnanandhaa finishes second in Sinquefield Cup, qualifies for Grand Finale

Praggnanandhaa finishes second in Sinquefield Cup, qualifies for Grand Finale

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

India's Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa finished second in the Sinquefield Cup after losing to American Wesley So in the Armageddon game, but secured his spot in the Grand Chess Tour finale later this year.

Praggnanandhaa Misses Win Opportunity, Draws with Caruana in Grand Chess Tour Final

Praggnanandhaa Misses Win Opportunity, Draws with Caruana in Grand Chess Tour Final

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa drew his second game against Fabiano Caruana in the Grand Chess Tour final, missing a chance to level scores after a dominating performance.

IPC bans Indian para-athlete Anmol Vasistha for three years over doping violation

IPC bans Indian para-athlete Anmol Vasistha for three years over doping violation

Rediff.com17 Oct 2026

Indian para-athlete Anmol Vasistha has been banned for three years by the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) after failing a doping test for the anabolic steroid DHCMT at the New Delhi 2026 World Para Athletics Grand Prix in March. His suspension began on April 24, and all his results from the competition have been disqualified.

Mirra Andreeva Continues Strong Grand Slam Run At US Open

Mirra Andreeva Continues Strong Grand Slam Run At US Open

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

French Open champion Mirra Andreeva secured a comfortable 6-2 6-2 victory over Janice Tjen in her U.S. Open first-round match, demonstrating her prowess on hard courts and advancing to the second round.

Matthew McConaughey watches Ben Shelton end 149-year Grand Slam streak

Matthew McConaughey watches Ben Shelton end 149-year Grand Slam streak

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Ben Shelton's victory over Stefanos Tsitsipas at the US Open quarter-finals marked the first time in 149 years that no male player with a one-handed backhand reached a Grand Slam semi-final, highlighting the decline of the elegant stroke in modern tennis.

F1: Mercedes' George Russell wins Dutch Grand Prix sprint race

F1: Mercedes' George Russell wins Dutch Grand Prix sprint race

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

George Russell won the Dutch Grand Prix sprint race from pole position, extending Mercedes' strong performance.

Gauff in 12th Grand Slam quarter-final after beating Jovic

Gauff in 12th Grand Slam quarter-final after beating Jovic

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Fourth seed Coco Gauff defeated fellow American Iva Jovic 6-1, 6-4 to reach the US Open quarter-finals. Gauff, the defending champion, delivered a dominant performance and will next face Mirra Andreeva.

Thigh Injury Forces Iga Swiatek to Miss WTA Finals

Thigh Injury Forces Iga Swiatek to Miss WTA Finals

Rediff.com5 days ago

Six-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek has withdrawn from the Ningbo Open in China due to a thigh injury, effectively ending her chances of qualifying for the season-ending WTA Finals.

Yuki Bhambri-Ryan Seggerman Win Almaty Open Doubles Title

Yuki Bhambri-Ryan Seggerman Win Almaty Open Doubles Title

Rediff.com23 hours ago

India's top doubles player Yuki Bhambri, partnering American Ryan Seggerman, secured his first ATP Tour title of the 2026 season by winning the Almaty Open. This victory marks Bhambri's fifth career ATP doubles title, achieved after a thrilling final against top seeds Lucas Miedler and Neil Oberleitner. The win comes after a mixed season for Bhambri, including a medal-less Asian Games and a runner-up finish at the Geneva Open.

AITA Elections: Bhupathi, Mirza Nominated; Paes Misses Out On Presidency Bid

AITA Elections: Bhupathi, Mirza Nominated; Paes Misses Out On Presidency Bid

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Indian tennis greats Mahesh Bhupathi and Sania Mirza have filed nominations for the AITA Sports Person of Outstanding Merit (SOM) elections, seeking representation in the General Body and Executive Committee. Notably, Leander Paes surprisingly did not file his nomination for the November 7 polls, making him ineligible to run for AITA Presidency. The SOM framework aims to integrate sportspersons into the governance of national sports federations.

6 Places To Watch Ravana Dahan

6 Places To Watch Ravana Dahan

Rediff.com6 days ago

Ravana Dahan, the ceremonial burning of Ravana's effigy, is one of the most spectacular traditions associated with Dusshera in India. Grand public celebrations take place at many locations.

French Tennis Star Gael Monfils Announces Retirement at 40

French Tennis Star Gael Monfils Announces Retirement at 40

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

French tennis star Gael Monfils has officially retired from professional tennis at the age of 40, as confirmed by the International Tennis Integrity Agency, ending a career marked by athleticism and 13 ATP Tour singles titles.

Sabalenka's slump shows no signs of easing as Li scripts Wuhan shock

Sabalenka's slump shows no signs of easing as Li scripts Wuhan shock

Rediff.com14 Oct 2026

Aryna Sabalenka's Wuhan Open campaign ended in a shock defeat to Ann Li, extending her title drought, while second seed Jessica Pegula also crashed out after Ostapenko's comeback victory.

McLaren to sell five F1 cars driven by Hamilton, Senna and Brad Pitt

McLaren to sell five F1 cars driven by Hamilton, Senna and Brad Pitt

Rediff.com7 days ago

McLaren Racing is selling five fully-functioning Formula One cars, including those driven by champions Lewis Hamilton and Ayrton Senna, and one tested by Hollywood actor Brad Pitt, with prices expected to reach tens of millions of dollars.

Suvarna Raj Wins Women's F54 Discus Gold At Asian Para Games

Suvarna Raj Wins Women's F54 Discus Gold At Asian Para Games

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian para-athlete Suvarna Raj won the gold medal in the women's F54 discus throw at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya, achieving a best effort of 15.66m.