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MotoGP's Indian Grand Prix called off!

MotoGP's Indian Grand Prix called off!

Rediff.com29 May 2024

MotoGP's Indian Grand Prix has been cancelled due to operational considerations, series organisers said on Wednesday.

India to Host World Para Athletics Grand Prix

India to Host World Para Athletics Grand Prix

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

India is set to host the World Para Athletics Grand Prix, featuring athletes from eight nations competing in various track and field events. The event provides a crucial platform for both established and emerging para-athletes.

India Targets 2027 for Formula 1 Grand Prix Comeback

India Targets 2027 for Formula 1 Grand Prix Comeback

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya is advocating for a Formula 1 race in India by 2027, with potential interest from multiple companies to operate the Buddh International Circuit.

Indian Athletes Shine at World Para Athletics Grand Prix

Indian Athletes Shine at World Para Athletics Grand Prix

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Indian para-athletes showcased their dominance at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix, securing numerous gold, silver, and bronze medals across various events, highlighting the nation's strength in para-sports.

Indian Athletes Shine at World Para Athletics Grand Prix

Indian Athletes Shine at World Para Athletics Grand Prix

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Indian athletes showcased their dominance at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix, securing numerous gold, silver, and bronze medals across various events, highlighting the nation's strength in para-athletics.

Conflict and Ramzan Reduce Foreign Participation at Para Athletics Grand Prix

Conflict and Ramzan Reduce Foreign Participation at Para Athletics Grand Prix

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

The World Para Athletics Grand Prix in New Delhi has been significantly affected by the conflict in West Asia and the month of Ramzan, leading to a sharp decline in international participation.

Indian Grand Prix scheduled for December

Indian Grand Prix scheduled for December

Rediff.com3 Jun 2011

The inaugural Indian Grand Prix, which was earlier scheduled to be held on October 30, will now be staged in December as the season-ending race, the world governing body of Formula One said on Friday.

Sumit Antil Leads India's Medal Haul at Para Athletics Grand Prix

Sumit Antil Leads India's Medal Haul at Para Athletics Grand Prix

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

India's para-athletes, led by Sumit Antil, dominated the World Para Athletics Grand Prix, securing numerous gold medals and leading the overall medal tally.

Chandhok's Indian Grand Prix dream dashed

Chandhok's Indian Grand Prix dream dashed

Rediff.com25 Oct 2011

Karun Chandhok's dreams of racing in his country's maiden Formula One Grand Prix did not materialise as Team Lotus on Tuesday decided to go with their regular drivers for this weekend's Indian Grand Prix.

Narain eyeing 2011 Indian Grand Prix

Narain eyeing 2011 Indian Grand Prix

Rediff.com20 Apr 2010

India's first formula-one driver Narain Karthikeyan expressed his desire to participate in the inaugural 2011 Indian Grand Prix 'if he gets a good team.'

Indian Grand Prix is very special: Vettel

Indian Grand Prix is very special: Vettel

Rediff.com28 Oct 2012

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel won the Indian Grand Prix on Sunday and stretched his Formula One championship lead over Ferrari's Fernando Alonso, who was a battling second, to 13 points with three races remaining.

The best images from the Indian Grand Prix

The best images from the Indian Grand Prix

Rediff.com29 Oct 2012

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel won the Indian Grand Prix on Sunday and stretched his Formula One championship lead over Ferrari's Fernando Alonso. Here's a look at some top class action from the race.

Photos: Harbhajan Singh at Indian Grand Prix

Photos: Harbhajan Singh at Indian Grand Prix

Rediff.com28 Oct 2012

The second Indian Grand Prix is a grand affair and the Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh made his presence felt. He joined the F1 fan fare at the Ferrari garage on Sunday.

India Secures Multiple Golds at World Para Athletics Grand Prix, Led by Sumit Antil

India Secures Multiple Golds at World Para Athletics Grand Prix, Led by Sumit Antil

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Sumit Antil spearheaded India's impressive performance at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix, securing gold in the javelin throw. Indian athletes dominated various events, including the 400m and throwing disciplines.

Hamilton wants Indian Grand Prix in winter

Hamilton wants Indian Grand Prix in winter

Rediff.com1 Aug 2009

Lewis Hamilton does not fancy racing in hot and humid conditions and the reigning Formula One world champion believes it would make sense to schedule the 2011 Indian Grand Prix in the winter.

Sonakshi, Gul Panag, Mandira Bedi at Indian Grand Prix

Sonakshi, Gul Panag, Mandira Bedi at Indian Grand Prix

Rediff.com29 Oct 2012

Here's what your favourtie Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

Humpy clinches FIDE Grand Prix title

Humpy clinches FIDE Grand Prix title

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Indian Grandmaster Koneru Humpy won the FIDE Women's Grand Prix 2024-25 (Pune leg) title on the basis of her superior tie-breaks over Zhu Jiner of China after the two players were tied for the top spot on Wednesday.

Indian Grand Prix targets long-term success

Indian Grand Prix targets long-term success

Rediff.com3 Oct 2012

The success of last season's inaugural Indian Grand Prix has convinced organisers they can build both a long-lasting legacy within Formula One and break even on their substantial outlay within "five to seven years".

Vettel praises organisers of Indian Grand Prix

Vettel praises organisers of Indian Grand Prix

Rediff.com30 Oct 2011

Double world champion and winner of the inaugural Indian Grand Prix, Sebastian Vettel of Red Bull was full of praise for the newly-built Buddh International Circuit and lauded the organisers for coming up with the spanking track in such a short time.

What two DRS zones mean for the Indian Grand Prix

What two DRS zones mean for the Indian Grand Prix

Rediff.com27 Oct 2011

The regulatory body behind Formula One, FIA, has confirmed that there will be two DRS zones in the inaugural Indian Grand Prix. Raja Sen explains the working behind the system.

Delhi leg of Indian Grand Prix athletics postponed

Delhi leg of Indian Grand Prix athletics postponed

Rediff.com25 Mar 2013

The third and final leg of the Indian Grand Prix, scheduled to be held on April 13, has been postponed due to clash of dates with the Annual General Body Meeting of the Athletics Federation of India.

Vettel wins inaugural Indian Grand Prix

Vettel wins inaugural Indian Grand Prix

Rediff.com30 Oct 2011

Red Bull's double world champion Sebastian Vettel ran away with the inaugural Indian Formula One Grand Prix on Sunday for his 11th victory in 17 races this season.

Gagan Narang to flag off Indian Grand Prix

Gagan Narang to flag off Indian Grand Prix

Rediff.com28 Oct 2012

London Olympics bronze medal winning shooter Gagan Narang will flag off the second Formula One Indian Grand Prix in Greater Noida.

Inaugural Indian Grand Prix exceeds expectations

Inaugural Indian Grand Prix exceeds expectations

Rediff.com31 Oct 2011

Formula One and India have the makings of a long and happy relationship after an inaugural grand prix that exceeded expectations.

F1 tweaks 2016 calendar, Indian Grand Prix misses out again!

F1 tweaks 2016 calendar, Indian Grand Prix misses out again!

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

Next year's season-opening Australian Formula One Grand Prix in Melbourne has been brought forward to March 20, to allow space for an August break, after previously being listed for a later than usual start on April 3.

Indian Grand Prix still on track, says Mallya

Indian Grand Prix still on track, says Mallya

Rediff.com30 Aug 2009

India's hopes of hosting a Formula One Grand Prix in 2011 are on track despite exchange control obstacles, according to Force India team owner Vijay Mallya.

Why Indian Grand Prix is important for Formula One

Why Indian Grand Prix is important for Formula One

Rediff.com3 Aug 2013

India-born Monisha Kaltenborn, the first ever woman team principal of a Formula One team, said it is sad that Indian Grand Prix would not be part of the 2014 calender since it is a "great event".

Sreeshankar's leap enlivens Indian Grand Prix

Sreeshankar's leap enlivens Indian Grand Prix

Rediff.com16 Aug 2019

Sreeshankar was all pumped up over his first three jumps, hitting soil at 7.95m twice after touching down at 8.00m with his first jump.

Alex Albon Supports India's Push For Formula One Return

Alex Albon Supports India's Push For Formula One Return

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Williams driver Alex Albon has expressed his support for India's efforts to bring Formula One back to the country, stating it would be 'fantastic' and he would be 'excited' to be part of it.

Formula One 2012: Indian Grand Prix set for Oct 28

Formula One 2012: Indian Grand Prix set for Oct 28

Rediff.com7 Dec 2011

After the stupendous success of this year's inaugural edition, next season's Indian Grand Prix Formula One race will be held on October 28 at the Buddha International Circuit at Greater Noida.

Indian F1 Grand Prix hits roadblock

Indian F1 Grand Prix hits roadblock

Rediff.com27 Aug 2009

The 2011 Indian Grand Prix has hit a roadblock with the promoters of the event failing to get the government nod for remitting the money they owe to the UK-based Formula One Administration.

Team by team analysis of Indian Grand Prix

Team by team analysis of Indian Grand Prix

Rediff.com29 Oct 2012

Team by team analysis of Sunday's Indian Formula One Grand Prix (listed in championship order).

Will the Indian Grand Prix witness Vettel's coronation?

Will the Indian Grand Prix witness Vettel's coronation?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2013

With Sebastian Vettel's fourth successive Formula One title now just a formality, the more intriguing question is whether the Red Bull driver can go on to match a record that has stood for 60 years.

Foley designs Indian F1 Grand Prix trophy

Foley designs Indian F1 Grand Prix trophy

Rediff.com26 Sep 2012

As excitement builds towards the forthcoming 2012 Airtel Indian Grand Prix, title sponsors Bharti Airtel on Wednesday, appointed renowned Bengaluru-based designer Michael Foley to craft the trophy for the race.

It's go-time for The Indian Grand Prix

It's go-time for The Indian Grand Prix

Rediff.com20 Aug 2011

A day after Formula One head honcho Bernie Ecclestone addressed the press in New Delhi singing praises about the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida, circuit developers the Jaypee Group finally made way for the fans.

Chess Women's Grand Prix: Humpy beats Jiner to grab sole lead

Chess Women's Grand Prix: Humpy beats Jiner to grab sole lead

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Koneru Humpy defeated China's Zhu Jiner to jump into sole lead with 5.5 points after the seventh round of the FIDE Women's Grand Prix in Pune on Monday.

Petrov gets five-place penalty for Indian Grand Prix

Petrov gets five-place penalty for Indian Grand Prix

Rediff.com16 Oct 2011

Renault's Russian driver was reprimanded by stewards and handed a five-place penalty on the starting grid for the Indian Formula One Grand Prix after causing a collision in Korea on Sunday.

Payal Kapadia To Head Cannes Critics Jury

Payal Kapadia To Head Cannes Critics Jury

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Payal Kapadia, celebrated for her Grand Prix win at Cannes, has been appointed jury president for the 65th Cannes Critics Week.

Why F1 is unlikely return to India in 2027 despite Sports Minister's big push

Why F1 is unlikely return to India in 2027 despite Sports Minister's big push

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya is pushing for a Formula 1 race in India in 2027 by addressing tax hurdles that led to the event's departure in 2013.

Ahead of Paris Games, Lovlina bags silver at Czech Grand Prix

Ahead of Paris Games, Lovlina bags silver at Czech Grand Prix

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

The tournament, being hosted under the aegis of World Boxing, featured four boxers in the women's 75kg category -- Borgohain, Cindy Ngamba of the Refugee Boxing Team, Qian and England's Chantal Reid -- and held in a round robin format.