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PIX: Surveen Chawla, Urvashi Rautela mingle at a party

PIX: Surveen Chawla, Urvashi Rautela mingle at a party

Rediff.com3 Jul 2016

A look at the pictures from the star-studded night!

Priyanka Chopra's SEXIEST appearance in Hollywood? VOTE!

Priyanka Chopra's SEXIEST appearance in Hollywood? VOTE!

Rediff.com9 Feb 2015

PeeCee makes a splash all over Hollywood. You like?

BFI gets Sports Ministry recognition as boxing parent body

BFI gets Sports Ministry recognition as boxing parent body

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

In a massive fillip to the recently-formed Boxing Federation of India, the Sports Ministry has granted recognition to the body which was voted to office last month.

Olympians Sakshi, Karmakar receive Padma honours

Olympians Sakshi, Karmakar receive Padma honours

Rediff.com13 Apr 2017

Gymnast Dipa Karmakar and discus thrower Vikas Gowda were the other sport spersons to receive the honour on Thursday.

Women score high in sports endorsements

Women score high in sports endorsements

Rediff.com16 Apr 2015

Mirza's gutsy image has helped her equal Nehwal's endorsement fee.

'At the end of the day, humanity has to trump sport'

'At the end of the day, humanity has to trump sport'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

His much-awaited Olympic debut has been delayed by a year but star Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra is unfazed as he feels humanity needs to focus on the coronavirus pandemic more than anything else right now.

CWG 2018: Check out India's schedule on Day 4

CWG 2018: Check out India's schedule on Day 4

Rediff.com7 Apr 2018

Check out India's schedule on Day 4 of the Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast, on Sunday.

Will shooters benefit from Rathore's rise to sports minister?

Will shooters benefit from Rathore's rise to sports minister?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2017

The National Rifle Association of India on Sunday welcomed the appointment of Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore as sports minister, saying the Olympics silver medallist would "add immense value to the development and growth of sports".

PIX: Sonam, Anushka, Ranveer attend Filmfare party

PIX: Sonam, Anushka, Ranveer attend Filmfare party

Rediff.com10 Jan 2016

A look at the arrivals.

Cricketers, Olympic stars mourn Jaitley's death

Cricketers, Olympic stars mourn Jaitley's death

Rediff.com24 Aug 2019

Cricket administration was among the many hats Arun Jaitley wore in public life and in his death, the players remembered the man who seamlessly juggled roles, and stood by them in their hour of need.

BJP set to get working majority in Rajya Sabha

BJP set to get working majority in Rajya Sabha

Rediff.com24 Mar 2018

The BJP is still short of the halfway mark of 123 in the 245-member House, but can now muster a 'working' majority with help of allies, friendly parties, some Independents and nominated members.

Marykom storms into final

Marykom storms into final

Rediff.com21 Nov 2003

The World Championship gold medallist is among nine Indian boxers in the finals of the second Asian women's boxing championships.

Panghal demolishes Olympic champ for Asian Games gold

Panghal demolishes Olympic champ for Asian Games gold

Rediff.com1 Sep 2018

In a tough final bout, the 22-year-old Indian boxer didn't get bogged down and kept landing his punches even as the Uzbek tried to overpower him.

These two MLAs rule the political and playing arena

These two MLAs rule the political and playing arena

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

the past few days have been hectic for shooter Shreyasi Singh and cricketer Manoj Tiwary, who have been juggling political duties with focused preparation for their respective competitive outings as well.

Salman, Priyanka, Alia: INSIDE the Big Star awards

Salman, Priyanka, Alia: INSIDE the Big Star awards

Rediff.com2 Jan 2015

We take you in the middle of all the action.

How Vijender Singh outgrew Olympic identity...

How Vijender Singh outgrew Olympic identity...

Rediff.com23 Jun 2021

With a month to go for the Tokyo Olympics Vijender Singh takes a trip down memory lane to relive one of the most iconic moments in Indian sport... India's first Olympic medal in boxing.

Boxing Worlds: Jamuna Boro, Lovlina Borgohain march into quarters

Boxing Worlds: Jamuna Boro, Lovlina Borgohain march into quarters

Rediff.com9 Oct 2019

Boro was slow off the blocks but became the dominating aggressor as the bout progressed.

QUIZ: How much do you know about Indians at the Olympics?

QUIZ: How much do you know about Indians at the Olympics?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

Take our quiz to find out just how much you know.

Diljit bags a Karan Johar film

Diljit bags a Karan Johar film

Rediff.com19 Jul 2018

Priyanka Chopra plays mum to an 18 year old! Bolly Gupshup with Subhash K Jha.

'Shah Rukh was what Ranveer is like today'

'Shah Rukh was what Ranveer is like today'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

'Ranveer Singh is very lively on the sets. You don't feel the pressure when he's there.'

Will celebrate Olympic bronze with vacation: Lovlina

Will celebrate Olympic bronze with vacation: Lovlina

Rediff.com4 Aug 2021

'I dedicate this medal to my country for praying for me, for supporting me. My coaches, federation, my sponsors, they have also helped me a lot.

Why Vikas wants to compete both in pro and amateur arenas

Why Vikas wants to compete both in pro and amateur arenas

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

Vikas Krishan returned to amateur fold in December last and having qualified for the Tokyo Games, will head back to the pro circuit in the USA, most likely next month.

Ex-champion boxer Dingko Singh tests positive for COVID-19

Ex-champion boxer Dingko Singh tests positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com31 May 2020

Dingko Singh is battling liver cancer.

India's schedule at the Asian Games on Sunday

India's schedule at the Asian Games on Sunday

Rediff.com27 Sep 2014

India's schedule on the ninth day of the competitions at the Asian Games in Incheon on Sunday.

Spotted: Priyanka Chopra returns from Quantico shoot

Spotted: Priyanka Chopra returns from Quantico shoot

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

That's some stylish way to travel!

PIX: Amitabh Bachchan parties with Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2 team

PIX: Amitabh Bachchan parties with Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2 team

Rediff.com9 Nov 2015

A look at the star arrivals.

PIX: Kangana, Rekha party with Priyanka

PIX: Kangana, Rekha party with Priyanka

Rediff.com27 Apr 2017

PeeCee parites with her friends from the industry.

How government is encouraging Rio-bound athletes...

How government is encouraging Rio-bound athletes...

Rediff.com24 May 2016

In a bid to ensure that Olympic medallists get immediate recognition, the Sports Ministry said medal winners from the upcoming Rio Games will be considered for this year's Khel Ratna and Arjuna Awards.

'Sarita was robbed'

'Sarita was robbed'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2018

'Sarita is the most abused and unsupported Indian boxer of all time.'

How 'Goodwill Ambassador' Salman plans to promote India's Olympic stars

How 'Goodwill Ambassador' Salman plans to promote India's Olympic stars

Rediff.com5 May 2016

Aiming to put the spotlight on athletes and energise fans to motivate them to be at their best, the 50-year-old star has started a campaign to introduce the players with a tweet.

Inside the Star Guild Awards: Priyanka, Alia perform

Inside the Star Guild Awards: Priyanka, Alia perform

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

Here's looking at pictures from the event.

Cancer-stricken Dingko recovers from COVID-19

Cancer-stricken Dingko recovers from COVID-19

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

Asian Games gold-winning former boxer Dingko Singh has recovered from COVID-19, testing negative for the deadly virus on Friday over a month after the cancer-stricken legend was hospitalised in Imphal. Back at his home, but in isolation for the next fortnight, Singh spoke about the ordeal he endured, including five positive tests since his hospitalisation in the last week of May.

Priyanka Chopra signs deal with US television network ABC

Priyanka Chopra signs deal with US television network ABC

Rediff.com18 Dec 2014

Priyanka Chopra, the next big thing on US TV?

Sindhu sidesteps minister's offer, says Gopichand is 'the best coach'

Sindhu sidesteps minister's offer, says Gopichand is 'the best coach'

Rediff.com25 Aug 2016

India's Olympic silver-medallist P V Sindhu, who captured the imagination of the entire nation by winning a silver medal at the Rio Olympics, has ignored Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Mohammed Mahmood Ali's offer for a 'better coach', saying that her current guru Pullela Gopichand is the 'best coach' for her.

India finish 8th in Asian Games, 2 rungs lower than 2010 edition

India finish 8th in Asian Games, 2 rungs lower than 2010 edition

Rediff.com4 Oct 2014

India ended their 17th Asian Games campaign on Saturday at the eighth spot on the medals tally, a drop of two positions from the previous edition of the mega-event which drew to a close in Incheon.

Deepika, Kangna, Priyanka: Best actresses of 2014

Deepika, Kangna, Priyanka: Best actresses of 2014

Rediff.com22 Dec 2014

These gorgeous women have given some brilliant performances this year.

India's boxers to train abroad before Tokyo Olympics

India's boxers to train abroad before Tokyo Olympics

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

India's nine Olympic-bound boxers will travel abroad for a three-week training stint after getting a few days' break following a record-shattering medal haul by the country's pugilists at the recently-concluded Asian Championships in Dubai.

Asian Boxing: Gold for Sanjeet; Amit Panghal, Shiva Thapa endure close defeats

Asian Boxing: Gold for Sanjeet; Amit Panghal, Shiva Thapa endure close defeats

Rediff.com31 May 2021

Sanjeet Kumar won a gold medal in the 91 kg weight category at the Asian Boxing Championships.

'When I told my friends I was doing a film with Aishwarya, they were so jealous'

'When I told my friends I was doing a film with Aishwarya, they were so jealous'

Rediff.com17 May 2016

'Aishwarya is the most beautiful women in the world. I still remember when I was in school and college, I used to see her in commercials and I always felt she was the best.' Darshan Kumar gushes about his new co-star.

Sports sagas: When real life inspired reel...

Sports sagas: When real life inspired reel...

Rediff.com17 May 2016

Rediff.com gives you a look at films in the past that have captured the lives of sporting icons, and their rise to glory, on the silver screen.