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Cricketers wish Olympic athletes

Cricketers wish Olympic athletes

Rediff.com10 Jul 2021

Indian men's and women's cricketers came out in support of India's Olympic-bound athletes.

Court accepts ED closure in CWG 'scam' case

Court accepts ED closure in CWG 'scam' case

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

A Delhi court has accepted the Enforcement Directorate's closure report in a money laundering case against Suresh Kalmadi, the former head of the organising committee of the 2010 Commonwealth Games, and then secretary general Lalit Bhanot, bringing an end to the money laundering angle in the alleged scam. The court noted that the ED's investigation failed to find evidence of money laundering, and the CBI had already closed the corruption case based on which the ED launched its probe.

India back in Olympic fold after IOC lifts ban

India back in Olympic fold after IOC lifts ban

Rediff.com11 Feb 2014

In news that will please Indian sports lovers, IOA Secretary General Rajeev Mehta confirmed on Tuesday that the International Olympic Committee has lifted the ban on India.

'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

'Something in favour of Vinesh is going to come'

'Something in favour of Vinesh is going to come'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

Vinesh was disqualified on the morning of the Paris Olympics final for exceeding the 50kg weight limit. During the weigh-in, she was found to be 100 grams over the limit.

BFI vs IOA: Why Indian boxing is in turmoil

BFI vs IOA: Why Indian boxing is in turmoil

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

Abuse of power, financial misconduct, and the never-ending turf wars are now coming to light as Boxing Federation of India's officials jostle to escape blame for the shocking turn of events.

IOC penalises IOA over ongoing internal row

IOC penalises IOA over ongoing internal row

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Withholds Olympic Solidarity fund

Neeraj Chopra Classic rescheduled for July 5, tickets out

Neeraj Chopra Classic rescheduled for July 5, tickets out

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

The star-studded 12-man event, to be held at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium, will feature seven of the best javelin throwers in the world and five Indians, including Chopra.

Anurag Thakur 'ineligible' for BFI's poll process

Anurag Thakur 'ineligible' for BFI's poll process

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

Attempts to include Anurag Thakur in the electoral college for the upcoming Boxing Federation of India elections were quashed after the former sports minister's name was not included in the final list approved by the returning officer on Thursday.

Bhaker to get new Paris Olympic medals

Bhaker to get new Paris Olympic medals

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Indian shooter Manu Bhaker is among over 100 athletes who have complained about 'deteriorating' Paris Games medals and are like to get replacements.

Nita Ambani re-elected to IOC unanimously

Nita Ambani re-elected to IOC unanimously

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

Ambani won unanimously with 100 per cent of vote at the 142nd IOC session in Paris.

A champion plans to create Indian Olympic medallists

A champion plans to create Indian Olympic medallists

Rediff.com30 Sep 2019

Triple Olympic gold medal winner and five-time World record holder Stephanie Rice reveals how she plans to get an Olympic medal for India in swimming in 2028.

'ODI World Cup is Olympics of cricket'

'ODI World Cup is Olympics of cricket'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

ODIs will remain relevant because World Cup is Olympics of cricket: Steve Waugh

India to vie with Canada, Nigeria for 2030 CWG hosting rights

India to vie with Canada, Nigeria for 2030 CWG hosting rights

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

In all, seven countries have expressed interest in hosting future Commonwealth Games with five of those focused on staging the centenary edition.

'Vinesh Should Have Apologised To Nation'

'Vinesh Should Have Apologised To Nation'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Olympic medalist Yogeshwar Dutt has criticised Vinesh Phogat's handling of her disqualification at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Yogeshwar, a bronze medalist at the 2012 London Olympics, believes that Vinesh should have taken responsibility for her actions rather than blaming external factors.

Abhinav Bindra gets mention from 'friend' Bach at IOC session

Abhinav Bindra gets mention from 'friend' Bach at IOC session

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

The IOC launched the first Olympic Values Education Programme (OVEP) in India in May 2022, with the Olympism-themed curriculum being integrated into the school education system in Odisha.

BFI postpones elections citing cramped timeline

BFI postpones elections citing cramped timeline

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Boxing Federation of India postponed its election scheduled for March 28, saying it's "impossible to complete the process within originally planned timelines" after the Delhi and Himachal Pradesh high courts directed the body to reinstate the names omitted from the electoral college.

IOA chief Ramachandran awarded Olympic Order

IOA chief Ramachandran awarded Olympic Order

Rediff.com22 Aug 2016

Indian Olympic Association president N Ramachandran was awarded the Olympic Order for outstanding service to the Olympic movement on Sunday.

Boxing Interim Committee fast-tracks key decisions

Boxing Interim Committee fast-tracks key decisions

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

In its latest order, the Himachal Pradesh High Court directed the Sports Ministry observer and the Returning Officer to issue a fresh election schedule before April 28, when the case is set to be heard again.

Asian Games: Harmanpreet, Lovlina to be India's flag-bearers

Asian Games: Harmanpreet, Lovlina to be India's flag-bearers

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

Hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh and Olympic medallist boxer Lovlina Borgohain will be the flag-bearers of the Indian contingent during the opening ceremony of the Asian Games in Hangzhou on September 23.

Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik urge PM Modi to oust sports 'oppressors'

Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik urge PM Modi to oust sports 'oppressors'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

The two wrestlers, who have accused Sharan Singh of sexually harassing women grapplers, called on the PM to intervene.

Ratan Tata: A lifelong champion of Indian sports

Ratan Tata: A lifelong champion of Indian sports

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Tata group has been a constant in India's sporting landscape and the conglomerate's involvement only grew under Ratan Tata.

India faces Olympic ban

India faces Olympic ban

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

The IOA elections were due last December but have been held up by a court case seeking to change its constitution in line with rules stipulated by the national sports code.

Uttarakhand to host National Games in 2025

Uttarakhand to host National Games in 2025

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

The 38th edition of the National Games will be held in Uttarakhand from January 28 to February 14 next year, the Indian Olympic Association announced on Wednesday.

'Hope for favourable verdict': Vinesh's lawyer

'Hope for favourable verdict': Vinesh's lawyer

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

"Vinesh is a champion no matter what CAS' verdict is...": Wrestler's advocate Vidushpat Singhania

IOC bans Russian Olympic Committee

IOC bans Russian Olympic Committee

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

Thursday's ruling does not affect any decision on Russian and Belarusian athletes' participation at the Paris 2024 Olympics which the IOC will take at a later date.

Help Vinesh, PM Urges Usha

Help Vinesh, PM Urges Usha

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

'PM spoke to IOA President P T Usha and sought first hand information on the issue and the options India has in the wake of Vinesh's setback.'

BFI to take IOA to court over 'illegal' ad hoc panel

BFI to take IOA to court over 'illegal' ad hoc panel

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

'The IOA has no jurisdiction over the conduct of elections for NSFs, yet this order has been issued in a manner that clearly questions its intent.'

Not retiring yet, says TT legend Sharath Kamal

Not retiring yet, says TT legend Sharath Kamal

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

'For the next nine months to one year I would still be an active player.'

Prize money for Olympic gold-winning athletes is a good start: Neeraj

Prize money for Olympic gold-winning athletes is a good start: Neeraj

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on Thursday lauded World Athletics' decision to award USD 50,000 to all its gold-medallists in the Paris Olympic Games and said he would like to see such incentive being given in other global competitions as well.

COVID-19 impact: Sports Min visit to Tokyo for Olympic preparation cancelled

COVID-19 impact: Sports Min visit to Tokyo for Olympic preparation cancelled

Rediff.com15 Mar 2020

"The proposed visit of High Level Indian Delegation to Tokyo consisting of Govt Officials and Indian Olympic Association to review India's #Tokyo2020 preparation on 25th March is temporarily postponed," Rijiju tweeted.

Wrestling's world body threatens India with suspension

Wrestling's world body threatens India with suspension

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

UWW, the world governing body for wrestling, has threatened to suspend India if the political interference in the affairs of the national federation does not end soon.

World wrestling chief urgesIOA to co-operate for sake of wrestlers

World wrestling chief urgesIOA to co-operate for sake of wrestlers

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

UWW boss Nenad Lalovic also said the world body will require a "robust plan" from the stake-holders guaranteeing a "safe environment" where grapplers can report abuse and harassment, and a clear hearing process is in place.

Narang hails modern reforms in India's shooting scene

Narang hails modern reforms in India's shooting scene

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

Seasoned marksman Gagan Narang applauds the systematic selection process, government investment, and improved infrastructure for India's impressive haul of 15 shooting quota places for the Paris Olympics

All Olympics-bound Indian athletes will be vaccinated: IOA

All Olympics-bound Indian athletes will be vaccinated: IOA

Rediff.com27 May 2021

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) on Thursday said all the Tokyo Games-bound athletes and officials have got their first COVID-19 vaccine and they will get their second doses before their departure from the country for the multi-sporting spectacle.

6 Lessons From Vinesh's Olympic Journey

6 Lessons From Vinesh's Olympic Journey

Rediff.com17 Aug 2024

Vinesh Phogat is a reminder that true champions are not just defined by their medals but by their character and their impact on society.

'We are so used to Neeraj winning that we forget...'

'We are so used to Neeraj winning that we forget...'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

World Athletics vice-president Adille Sumariwalla has backed star Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra to be at his best during next month's World Championships in Tokyo.

Can coachless Indian archers hit bulls-eye at Paris?

Can coachless Indian archers hit bulls-eye at Paris?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2024

Singh's comments come just a day after India's foreign coach Baek Woong Ki was denied accreditation for the Games. The Korean, who had reached the French capital with the Indian team after overseeing its preparation in Marseille, said on Saturday that he "was removed from the Olympic coaching role at a critical time" and will now be flying back to India with his return ticket already booked.

Manager of India's Winter Olympics contingent tests positive

Manager of India's Winter Olympics contingent tests positive

Rediff.com2 Feb 2022

The manager of India's Winter Olympics contingent, Mohammad Abbas Wani, has tested positive for COVID-19 upon arrival at the Beijing Airport.

Yoga in Asian Games?

Yoga in Asian Games?

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

PT Usha pitches for yoga's inclusion in Asian Games