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Rs 295 crore spent on Modi's foreign visits in 3 yrs

Rs 295 crore spent on Modi's foreign visits in 3 yrs

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

The Indian government has released data detailing the expenses incurred on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign visits from 2021 to 2025, including trips to the US, France, and other countries.

Paris Olympics: Wrestler Reetika knocked out in quarters

Paris Olympics: Wrestler Reetika knocked out in quarters

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

Earlier, Reetika displayed power and skill in equal measure while outclassing Hungarian Bernadett Nagy to enter the quarter-final of the women's 76 kg freestyle event on Saturday.

PIX: Sabalenka, Gauff Patch Up By Shaking A Leg!

PIX: Sabalenka, Gauff Patch Up By Shaking A Leg!

Rediff.com28 Jun 2025

Wimbledon top seed Aryna Sabalenka says she has cleared the air with Coco Gauff after she raised eyebrows with her remarks in the aftermath of her French Open final loss to the American.

Sinner had 'sleepless nights' after French Open loss to Alcaraz

Sinner had 'sleepless nights' after French Open loss to Alcaraz

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

World number one Jannik Sinner wants to use the Halle Open as a chance to bounce back from sleepless nights after his agonising loss to rival Carlos Alcaraz in the French Open final this month.

Moudgil shoots down mental barriers en route to Paris Games

Moudgil shoots down mental barriers en route to Paris Games

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

'The competition is very high in India and the pressure situations we face during trials will definitely help in Olympics. I just wanted to be my best in trials, the fire to perform in trials and the experience of last 15 years really paid off. These things will surely help me in Paris, the experience of playing in the Olympics is there with me.'

How the world's press rated Paris's Olympics Opening Ceremony

How the world's press rated Paris's Olympics Opening Ceremony

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

However, the 6,000-odd athletes, 3,000 performers, 300,000 spectators and dozens of world leaders had to endure heavy rain for much of the event.

Neeraj Chopra's Heartfelt Fan Moment In Bengaluru

Neeraj Chopra's Heartfelt Fan Moment In Bengaluru

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

Double Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra shared a touching moment with an elderly fan during a quiet stroll in Bengaluru.

We should have won the gold medal in Paris: Sreejesh

We should have won the gold medal in Paris: Sreejesh

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

The India hockey team had won it's first Olympic medal in 41 years at the Tokyo Games.

China's gold rush begins at Paris Olympics

China's gold rush begins at Paris Olympics

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

Chen Yiwen and Chang Yani began China's bid to capture all eight women's Olympic diving golds by winning the synchronised 3-metre springboard event on Saturday.

Prep for Paris Games-bound shooters not ideal: Sodhi

Prep for Paris Games-bound shooters not ideal: Sodhi

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

'I would say you have to give six months to a year to give the athletes to kind of even register that person is going (to the Olympics). People are struggling to find their kit. So, things could have been better.'

World Boxing to introduce mandatory sex testing for all boxers

World Boxing to introduce mandatory sex testing for all boxers

Rediff.com31 May 2025

World Boxing said Paris Olympics gold medallist Imane Khelif will not be allowed to compete until she undergoes a mandatory sex test.

No Mbappe, no problem! Enrique completes PSG transformation

No Mbappe, no problem! Enrique completes PSG transformation

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

Paris St Germain's Champions League triumph marked the culmination of a profound transformation, from a club defined by star power to one shaped by structure, tactical clarity and collective belief.

Paris Opening: Of Lady Gaga, cabaret and a mystery torchbearer

Paris Opening: Of Lady Gaga, cabaret and a mystery torchbearer

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

Lady Gaga brings cabaret to Paris opening ceremony on the Seine

Warholm shatters own world best time in 300m hurdles

Warholm shatters own world best time in 300m hurdles

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Norwegian hurdling great Karsten Warholm destroyed his own world best time in the rarely run 300 metres hurdles at the Oslo Diamond League meeting on Thursday.

Like Taapsee's Sari Game in Paris? Vote!

Like Taapsee's Sari Game in Paris? Vote!

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

While everyone is eagerly waiting to see Taapsee Pannu in her latest thriller, Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba, she's already winning hearts with her sari looks at the Paris Olympics 2024.

PIX: Djokovic eases into last 16 with 99th French Open win

PIX: Djokovic eases into last 16 with 99th French Open win

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

Novak Djokovic notched his 99th career French Open win with a clinical 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 defeat of Austrian qualifier Filip Misolic to reach the fourth round on a memorable Saturday night in Paris.

Kenya's Chebet, Kipyegon break World records in Eugene

Kenya's Chebet, Kipyegon break World records in Eugene

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

Kenya's Beatrice Chebet smashed the women's 5,000 metres World record and compatriot Faith Kipyegon broke her own 1,500m record again as the Eugene Diamond League meet lived up to its billing on Saturday.

With eyes on the prize, Antil-led Paralympians take off to Paris

With eyes on the prize, Antil-led Paralympians take off to Paris

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

The likes of Antil, who is bidding to become the first Indian to defend his Paralympics gold, will train at facilities near the French capital to acclimatise with the weather conditions there.

Rublev turns down Paris Games invite, Medvedev accepts

Rublev turns down Paris Games invite, Medvedev accepts

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

Athletes from Russia and Belarus, Moscow's closest ally in the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, are barred from the Paris Games except for the few who will compete as neutral athletes without flags or anthems.

Lyles wins Tebogo rematch; Wanyonyi outclasses 800m field

Lyles wins Tebogo rematch; Wanyonyi outclasses 800m field

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

American Noah Lyles made an impressive season debut in the 200 metres to beat Olympic champion Letsile Tebogo at the Monaco Diamond League meeting on Friday, where Kenyan Emmanuel Wanyonyi outclassed a high-class 800 metres field.

Mirabai Chanu disappoints: No medal in Paris Olympics

Mirabai Chanu disappoints: No medal in Paris Olympics

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

Mirabai Chanu's dream of clinching a second successive Olympic medal was dashed

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.

Don't want to make any comments about Neeraj: Nadeem

Don't want to make any comments about Neeraj: Nadeem

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Pakistan's star javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem has refused to comment on his arch-rival Neeraj Chopra.

Paris 2024 Olympics may face cybersecurity nightmare

Paris 2024 Olympics may face cybersecurity nightmare

Rediff.com6 May 2024

Paris 2024 gearing up to face unprecedented cybersecurity threat

Parag's Note To Late Wife: 'Shefali Was Sab Ki Maa'

Parag's Note To Late Wife: 'Shefali Was Sab Ki Maa'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

'In the chaos of grief, it's easy to be swept away by noise and speculation. But Shefali deserves to be remembered by her light.'

It's curtains for Sen, Mannepalli at Macau Open

It's curtains for Sen, Mannepalli at Macau Open

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

Mannepalli netted a smash as Justin won 9 of the next 13 points to level at 18-all with a sharp return to the forehand.

Mirabai Chanu's secret weapon for Paris 2024

Mirabai Chanu's secret weapon for Paris 2024

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Chanu, who has a personal best of 88kg in snatch and 119kg in clean and jerk, is no stranger to injuries and has struggled with a persistent back problem.

Move over cricket! India's own IPL for shooters?

Move over cricket! India's own IPL for shooters?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

The Shooting League of India (SLI) will start on the outskirts of Delhi in November with six to eight teams, each an eclectic mix of the sport's global stars and local talents.

Unveiling Paris Olympics' most stylish looks

Unveiling Paris Olympics' most stylish looks

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

Designer Berluti reveals opening ceremony tuxedo for French athletes

Sumit ready to shine again at Paris Paralympics

Sumit ready to shine again at Paris Paralympics

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

Sumit Antil wants to improve upon his world record in his bid to defend his title

Wimbledon has a new queen: Meet Iga Swiatek

Wimbledon has a new queen: Meet Iga Swiatek

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Iga Swiatek, who beat American 13th seed Amanda Anisimova 6-0, 6-0 in the Wimbledon final on Saturday to win her sixth Grand Slam title.

Nagal dumped out of French Open qualifying

Nagal dumped out of French Open qualifying

Rediff.com21 May 2025

Nagal bows out of French Open qualifying

Every Picture Tells A Story

Every Picture Tells A Story

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

Glimpses from around the world that will make you smile and cry.

India's table tennis squad arrives in Paris

India's table tennis squad arrives in Paris

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

India's biggest table tennis contingent ever has arrived at the Olympic Village, ready to make a mark in Paris.

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.

Babuta on Paris heartbreak: Felt like I had lost someone very close

Babuta on Paris heartbreak: Felt like I had lost someone very close

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Babuta zeroed in on the reason which led to him finishing fourth and says he will be more careful in upcoming competitions.

Equestrian Agarwalla exits from Paris Olympics

Equestrian Agarwalla exits from Paris Olympics

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

Asian Games medallist Anush Agarwalla crashed out of the Equestrian event, finishing a below-par ninth in his group in the individual dressage category at the Paris Olympics

PIX: PSG warm-up for Champions League final with French Cup win

PIX: PSG warm-up for Champions League final with French Cup win

Rediff.com25 May 2025

Holders Paris St Germain cruised to a 3-0 victory over Stade de Reims in the Coupe de France final on Saturday, claiming a third domestic trophy for the second successive season, and preparing for next week's Champions League final in style.

'The trend started in Tokyo will continue in Paris'

'The trend started in Tokyo will continue in Paris'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

The team will begin its campaign on July 27 against New Zealand, followed by matches against Argentina (July 29), Ireland (July 30), Belgium (August 1) and Australia (August 2).

Champions League: Arsenal need 'something special' vs PSG in second leg SF

Champions League: Arsenal need 'something special' vs PSG in second leg SF

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Mikel Arteta said his Arsenal side must do something special next week to reach the Champions League final after a 1-0 defeat by Paris St Germain in the semi-final first leg at home on Tuesday.