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Dhanush smashes world record to win Deaflympic gold

Dhanush smashes world record to win Deaflympic gold

Rediff.com16 Nov 2025

Shooter Dhanush Srikanth continued to excel and evolve on the global stage, winning the men's 10m air rifle gold medal to open India's account in the Deaflympics in Tokyo on Sunday.

India gears up for historic World Para athletics

India gears up for historic World Para athletics

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

Preparations for the World Para Athletics Championships are going as per schedule with laying of Mondo tracks in both competition venue and training area set to be completed by September 1

Para Worlds: Dharambir, Atul deliver podium finishes

Para Worlds: Dharambir, Atul deliver podium finishes

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Dharambir and Atul win silver and bronze for India in World Para Athletics C'ships

Kangana's next big role isn't in movies or politics...

Kangana's next big role isn't in movies or politics...

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Kangana Ranaut named brand ambassador of World Para Athletics Championships

Golden debut! Samrat Rana shoots his way into history

Golden debut! Samrat Rana shoots his way into history

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Young Indian shooter Samrat Rana came up with breathtaking show of marksmanship to clinch the men's 10m air pistol gold and make history at the prestigious ISSF World Championships in Cairo on Monday.

Rishabh Pant nominated for Laureus World Sports Awards

Rishabh Pant nominated for Laureus World Sports Awards

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

Rishabh Pant has been nominated for the prestigious Laureus World Comeback of the Year Award.

A Medal Missed By 40cm! Sachin Rues World C'ship Slip

A Medal Missed By 40cm! Sachin Rues World C'ship Slip

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Outperforming the likes of Neeraj Chopra and Julian Weber in his debut World Championship is a nice feeling but India's new-found javelin throw talent Sachin Yadav says it cannot make up for the disappointment of "letting slip" an unlikely bronze after a strong start.

Op Sindoor takes centre stage at Red Fort on I-Day

Op Sindoor takes centre stage at Red Fort on I-Day

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

The bilingual -- Hindi and English -- invitation cards for I-Day anniversary celebrations carry this image on the top right corner of the invite, while the silhouetted image of the Chenab bridge, the world's tallest railway arch bridge, sits at the lower side of the cards, which have largely being issued online via 'Aamantran' website of the Ministry of Defence.

Luxury Cars, Bikes Rev Up For Festival Season

Luxury Cars, Bikes Rev Up For Festival Season

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Luxury carmakers are shifting into high gear with a mix of product launches, personalised experiences and lifestyle-led engagement.

Operation Sindoor, swadeshi push in Modi's I-Day speech

Operation Sindoor, swadeshi push in Modi's I-Day speech

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

The invitation cards for the 79th Independence Day celebration also carry the Operation Sindoor logo, and the water mark of Chenab bridge to exemplify the rise of 'Naya Bharat'. Floral decorations at the venue will also be based on 'Operation Sindoor'.

Para Worlds: Gnezdilov wins shot put gold with 2 world records

Para Worlds: Gnezdilov wins shot put gold with 2 world records

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Denis Gnezdilov strode the shot put circle like a colossus, gunning down the men's F40 World record twice to win the gold medal, at the Para World Athletics Championships.

Tania calls out Delhi government for lack of support

Tania calls out Delhi government for lack of support

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Tania Sachdev on Monday lamented the "lack of recognition" from the government of Delhi, prompting chief minister Atishi to reach out to her

Confirmed! Messi to visit India in December

Confirmed! Messi to visit India in December

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Lionel Messi's much-anticipated visit to India has received its final seal of approval with the Argentine superstar set to kick off his three-city tour in Kolkata on December 12.

Asian Youth Games snub: Riders drag EFI to Court

Asian Youth Games snub: Riders drag EFI to Court

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Rider Fateh Jahan Singh Dhaliwal, aged 16, has also approached the court, through his mother, seeking quashing of the list of selected athletes and requested "further directions to conduct the shortlisting of riders for the Asian Youth Games".

'By hosting 2036 Olympics, India will make a statement'

'By hosting 2036 Olympics, India will make a statement'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

India's bid to host the 2036 Olympics is not merely an attempt to make a statement internationally but also a well thought out plan to create world-class infrastructure, said Minister of State for Sports Raksha Khadse.

Two India trips for Messi? Here's what we know

Two India trips for Messi? Here's what we know

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Lionel Messi on Thursday confirmed his participation in the much-anticipated GOAT Tour of India 2025, calling it an "honour" to revisit the "passionate football nation" where he last played 14 years ago.

Anahat fights injury to storm into Bega Open final

Anahat fights injury to storm into Bega Open final

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

Teenage Indian squash player Anahat Singh overcame strong challenge from Egypt's Nour Khafagy to enter the final of the NSW Bega Open 2025, in Bega, Australia on Saturday.

BJP committing 'big sin': Priyanka on Vande Mataram row

BJP committing 'big sin': Priyanka on Vande Mataram row

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

In a measured but scathing attack, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of committing a 'big sin' by creating a controversy over Vande Mataram and claimed that the government pushed for a debate on the national song as the West Bengal assembly polls were approaching.

Delhi HC quashes RCB's plea against Uber ad

Delhi HC quashes RCB's plea against Uber ad

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Earlier, describing the video advertisement, RCB's counsel said the cricketer could be seen running towards Bengaluru cricket stadium with an aim to vandalise the signage of "Bengaluru Vs Hyderabad", takes a spray paint and writes "Royally Challenged" before Bengaluru making it "Royally Challenged Bengaluru" which disparages RCB's mark.

Para Worlds: Praveen braves injury to claim high jump bronze

Para Worlds: Praveen braves injury to claim high jump bronze

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Paris Paralympic gold medallist Praveen Kumar had to settle for bronze in the men's T64 high jump at the Asian Para Games after clearing a season's best 2.00 metres.

SC grants relief to shuttler Lakshya Sen in forgery case

SC grants relief to shuttler Lakshya Sen in forgery case

Rediff.com28 Jul 2025

The FIR, filed in December 2022 by M G Nagaraja, alleged that the 24-year-old Paris Olympian, along with his brother Chirag Sen, had fudged their age to get into playing age-group tournaments since 2010.

Ahead of WC, Sreejesh mentors juniors with books and belief

Ahead of WC, Sreejesh mentors juniors with books and belief

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Sreejesh, a two-time Olympic bronze medallist, believes India have the potential to finish on the podium in the upcoming junior World Cup to be held in Chennai and Madurai from November 28 till December 10.

Clubs Weigh Legal Options To Break ISL Deadlock!

Clubs Weigh Legal Options To Break ISL Deadlock!

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

11 ISL clubs urge AIFF to urgently bring "current situation" of Indian football to SC's attention

Torrent Group acquires 67% stake in Gujarat Titans

Torrent Group acquires 67% stake in Gujarat Titans

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Ahmedabad-based Torrent Group has completed the acquisition of a majority 67 percent stake in Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Gujarat Titans.

Fan of Neeraj, Dutch athlete wins gold at Para Worlds

Fan of Neeraj, Dutch athlete wins gold at Para Worlds

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Bought ticket to see Neeraj in Paris: Dutch para world javelin champion Roorda

FIDE Chess World Cup In India!

FIDE Chess World Cup In India!

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

The FIDE World Cup for chess will be held between October 30 and November 27, 2025.

Mighty Koreans Skip Inaugural Archery Premier League!

Mighty Koreans Skip Inaugural Archery Premier League!

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

There will be no South Korean participation in the inaugural Archery Premier League, denying Indian archers a chance to "test" themselves against their biggest nemesis in the world's first-ever franchise competition in the sport.

The GOAT returns! Messi to tour India. Check out the schedule!

The GOAT returns! Messi to tour India. Check out the schedule!

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

The Argentina captain's Kolkata schedule on December 13 will begin at 9am with a meet-and-greet event, followed by the unveiling of a 70-feet statue of him at the Lake Town Sribhumi on VIP Road.

India's next big javelin star after Neeraj Chopra?

India's next big javelin star after Neeraj Chopra?

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Sachin Yadav, who will be competing in his first international competition in the Asian Championships, is considered the next big thing in men's javelin after Neeraj Chopra.

Indian Open: Sumit Antil, Preeti Pal win gold on Day 1

Indian Open: Sumit Antil, Preeti Pal win gold on Day 1

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

This edition of the championship holds critical importance as it serves as the final selection trial for the Indian contingent heading to the prestigious New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships later this year.

IOC asks members to not grant event to India involving Kosovo

IOC asks members to not grant event to India involving Kosovo

Rediff.com20 Nov 2018

The IOC has asked all the IFs to get a written undertaking from the Indian authorities for equal participation before allotting the country any world event in future involving Kosovo.

Olympic medallist Aman 'will work to bring gold at LA Games'

Olympic medallist Aman 'will work to bring gold at LA Games'

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

On his return to Delhi, he told ANI will be having a roadshow from a place that has given India plenty of great wrestlers, including Olympic medalilsts Yogeshwar Dutt, Sushil Kumar, Ravi Dahiya and now Aman.

How Shubhanshu Shukla's life came full circle with space trip

How Shubhanshu Shukla's life came full circle with space trip

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, India's second astronaut, shares his journey from a shy child hearing stories of Rakesh Sharma to becoming part of the Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station. He emphasizes the role of the IAF in his transformation and inspires India's youth to explore space.

Beach Kabaddi Aims To Make A Splash at KIBG 2025

Beach Kabaddi Aims To Make A Splash at KIBG 2025

Rediff.com20 May 2025

Beach kabaddi is considered more challenging than the mat-based kabaddi, primarily due to the elements.

'Talk about India as a team, not about individuals'

'Talk about India as a team, not about individuals'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The legendary Kapil Dev on Friday backed India to win the Asia Cup but stressed on collective efforts taking precedence over individual brilliance ahead of the high-voltage clash against Pakistan in Dubai.

India to bid for 2029, '31 World Athletics Championships

India to bid for 2029, '31 World Athletics Championships

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

India will mount a "strategic" bid for the 2029 and 2031 World Athletics Championships when the process begins later this year, hoping to get the hosting rights of one of the two editions of the showpiece, national federation spokesperson Adille Sumariwalla said on Sunday.

Bhambri's US Open run ends in semis

Bhambri's US Open run ends in semis

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

'This has been a special week for me. To be playing at this level and in the semifinals of a Slam is a big moment.'

Will July 20 Be India's International Chess Day?

Will July 20 Be India's International Chess Day?

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

The Indian women chess masters will continue to keep the country's flag flying at the on-going FIDE Women's World Cup 2025 at Batumi, Georgia.

Debrunner makes history with 3rd gold at Para Worlds

Debrunner makes history with 3rd gold at Para Worlds

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

She clocked a championships record time of 3 minutes 16.81 seconds to win the 1500m T54 gold after earlier claiming the women's 5000m T54 and 800m T53 crowns.

'Paris Olympics will be launch-pad for rise of Indian sports'

'Paris Olympics will be launch-pad for rise of Indian sports'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

The Prime Minister termed the athletes as "India's soldiers of 2036 Olympics".