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VOTE! The best Indian sportsperson of 2016

VOTE! The best Indian sportsperson of 2016

Rediff.com30 Dec 2016

As the year 2016 draws to a close, vote for the best Indian sportsperson of the year.

Court set to rule on Vinesh, Bajrang's Asian Games entry

Court set to rule on Vinesh, Bajrang's Asian Games entry

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

Asian Games trials exemption to Phogat, Punia: HC to pronounce order on Saturday

Manipur incident: I'm numb with rage: Harbhajan demands capital punishment

Manipur incident: I'm numb with rage: Harbhajan demands capital punishment

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

Former India spinner and Rajya Sabha MP Harbhajan Singh has demanded "capital punishment" for all those who were involved in the heinous crime of parading two Manipuri women naked and allegedly gang-raping them.

India says China issued invalid visas to three Indian athletes

India says China issued invalid visas to three Indian athletes

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

India on Friday strongly protested China's decision to issue invalid visas to some of its athletes for the Asian Games.

BJP MP 'locked' inside UP stadium over reward money

BJP MP 'locked' inside UP stadium over reward money

Rediff.com25 Nov 2021

With the stadium gates locked by the protesting sportspersons, Sagar had to stay confined inside the stadium premises for some time before being rescued by the police.

'Unacceptable!' India sees red over stapled Chinese visas

'Unacceptable!' India sees red over stapled Chinese visas

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

India on Thursday described as "unacceptable" China issuing stapled visas to some sportspersons from Arunachal Pradesh and asserted that it reserves the right to "suitably respond" to such actions.

From Bachchan to Ambani, who's who at Ram temple event

From Bachchan to Ambani, who's who at Ram temple event

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

The 'Pran Pratishtha' of the idol of Ram Lalla -- the childhood form of Lord Ram -- will be attended by people from all walks of life, including representatives of major spiritual and religious sects of the country and of various tribal communities and prominent personalities.

'Virat Kohli grew up with cricket in his blood': AB de Villiers

'Virat Kohli grew up with cricket in his blood': AB de Villiers

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

AB de Villiers isn't one bit surprised at the possibility of his good mate Virat Kohli playing in this year's T20 World Cup.

Stalin asks Manipur CM if Tamil Nadu can send aid to camps

Stalin asks Manipur CM if Tamil Nadu can send aid to camps

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

Stalin told the Manipur chief minister in a letter dated July 31 that he has been informed that more than 50,000 people were staying in relief camps due to the 'prevailing situation' in the northeastern state, apparently referring to the violence there.

Humble Neeraj plays down 'greatest of all time' tag

Humble Neeraj plays down 'greatest of all time' tag

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

The 25-year-old also finds the World Championships tougher than the Olympics.

'India, come out and play sport'

'India, come out and play sport'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

Modi leads politicians and sportspersons in wishing countrymen on National Sports Day

Never put any kind of pressure on Praggnanandhaa, says Rameshbabu

Never put any kind of pressure on Praggnanandhaa, says Rameshbabu

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Rameshbabu is no expert of the complex patterns of chess that his son R Praggnanandhaa has mastered so deeply. He is just an understanding father who is happy to work as a supporting force to the whiz kid.

Why removing govt officers isn't easy

Why removing govt officers isn't easy

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Compulsory retirement is part of a half-yearly exercise now for cases where government wants to weed out officers, but without taking the disciplinary proceedings route.

'Every film is make or break for you'

'Every film is make or break for you'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

Hitesh Harisinghani and Afsar Dayatar bring back moments from Ghoomer's trailer launch in Mumbai.

Sportspersons send out special wishes on Women's Day

Sportspersons send out special wishes on Women's Day

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

India women's cricket team captain Mithali Raj shared an inspiring thought on Twitter, writing: "Here's to strong women! May we know them, may we be them, may we raise them. #HappyWomensDay2019."

'If you are brave, you become unstoppable'

'If you are brave, you become unstoppable'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

'I remember that when I was about seven years old, a doctor saw me and told my family that I would only survive for six months and that the disease had no cure. But my mother never gave up. She would always say, 'My son is born to become a renowned wrestler'.'

Cong seeks sacking of WFI chief, Rahul slams PM

Cong seeks sacking of WFI chief, Rahul slams PM

Rediff.com4 May 2023

The Congress on Thursday slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party-led central government over a scuffle between the Delhi Police and the wrestlers protesting at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, with Rahul Gandhi condemning such 'shameful' behaviour with sportspersons and alleging the ruling party has 'never shied away' from committing atrocities on the daughters of the country.

'With guys like Ashwin, lack of game time isn't a concern'

'With guys like Ashwin, lack of game time isn't a concern'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

Ravichandran Ashwin finds himself in contention for a World Cup spot despite lack of game time but it doesn't concern skipper Rohit Sharma one bit.

How Dravid tackles criticism and unwinds

How Dravid tackles criticism and unwinds

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

It is not an easy life even for someone like Dravid, whose touch points with cricket spread across decades, formats and varied roles.

Durani was a legend, an institution in himself: PM Modi

Durani was a legend, an institution in himself: PM Modi

Rediff.com2 Apr 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called Salim Durani, who passed away on Sunday, an institution in himself who contributed immensely to India's rise in the world of cricket.

What Saiyami Can't Resist

What Saiyami Can't Resist

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

She loves the rush of adrenaline and has a weakness for chocolates.

SEE: Wrestlers dragged and detained

SEE: Wrestlers dragged and detained

Rediff.com28 May 2023

Shoving and pushing ensued between the wrestlers and the police officers.

You are my new hero: Gavaskar tells Lakshya Sen

You are my new hero: Gavaskar tells Lakshya Sen

Rediff.com3 Feb 2023

Badminton and cricket are two of his favourite sports. He was here with us for about an hour, Vimal Kumar said.

IOA to form ad-hoc committee to manage WFI affairs

IOA to form ad-hoc committee to manage WFI affairs

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

The ministry's decision came after the country's top wrestlers, including Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat, resumed their sit-in protest in New Delhi on Sunday and demanded the public disclosure of the findings of the oversight panel that investigated the sexual harassment allegations against WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

National Games: Spectacular Drone Show

National Games: Spectacular Drone Show

Rediff.com29 Sep 2022

Glimpses of the spectacular drone show over the Sabarmati riverfront as Ahmedabad prepares for the National Games 2022 opening ceremony

How Savita balances marriage and Olympic ambition

How Savita balances marriage and Olympic ambition

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

Love for Gold and Longing for Husband: Indian hockey captain Savita gears up for Asiad

Olympics: T20 an excellent platform to take cricket to global market

Olympics: T20 an excellent platform to take cricket to global market

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

'It is great news (cricket in Olympics) if you are a business-person. America has a large section of Asian expats, who are crazy about cricket and they will fill the stadium and of course will follow the game on TV or streaming apps.'

Will gymnast Dipa find a spot in Asian Games squad?

Will gymnast Dipa find a spot in Asian Games squad?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

'The football teams have also been given a relaxation, and so, Dipa too should be considered. We have received positive response from SAI. She is likely to get cleared this week.'

Boxing only succour for this once homeless Aus boxer

Boxing only succour for this once homeless Aus boxer

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

Life has dealt her a hard hand - from growing up in foster care, to being homeless during the pandemic -- but Australian boxer Marissa Williamson has taken the knocks on the chin and is hoping to find a glory-giving home in the boxing ring.

Bindra to help Delhi HC-appointed committee run IOA

Bindra to help Delhi HC-appointed committee run IOA

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

The Delhi High Court on Tuesday directed the setting up of a three-member Committee of Administrators (CoA) to take over the affairs of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA).

Consider me a sportsperson: Miandad

Consider me a sportsperson: Miandad

Rediff.com5 Jan 2013

A day after calling off his visit to the capital in the wake of a controversy over the Indian government giving him visa, former Pakistan captain Javed Miandad on Saturday said that he should be seen just as a sportsman and not as a relative of underworld don Dawood Ibrahim.

Kejriwal extends support to protesting wrestlers at Jantar Mantar

Kejriwal extends support to protesting wrestlers at Jantar Mantar

Rediff.com29 Apr 2023

The wrestlers have been protesting for nearly a week demanding action against Singh, also a Bharatiya Janata Party MP, on sexual harassment allegations levelled by seven women players.

'India, India, all the way!'

'India, India, all the way!'

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

'From passing the ball in the right passages to the defence to amazing guarding of the goals by Sandhu throughout the tournament it has been a top notch performance from the entire squad.'

PT Usha 'being made political mouthpiece by her friends'

PT Usha 'being made political mouthpiece by her friends'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

TMC MP Mahua Moitra also attributed the former sportswoman's stand to her Rajya Sabha seat.

P T Usha to run for IOA president's post

P T Usha to run for IOA president's post

Rediff.com26 Nov 2022

The deadline to file nomination papers for the IOA elections ends on Sunday. According to IOA elections returning officer Umesh Sinha no nomination has been filed for any post so far since the process began on Friday.

Wrestlers protesting on streets tarnishing India's image: IOA chief P T Usha

Wrestlers protesting on streets tarnishing India's image: IOA chief P T Usha

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president P T Usha on Thursday said the grapplers protesting on the streets amounts to indiscipline and is tarnishing the country's image.

Why This Sakshi Tweet On Dhoni Went Viral

Why This Sakshi Tweet On Dhoni Went Viral

Rediff.com31 May 2023

'Congratulations MS Dhoniji and CSK. We are happy that at least some sportspersons are getting respect and love they deserve. For us, the fight for justice is still on,' Sakshi said in her tweet, which received more than 50,000 likes and nearly 10,000 retweets in 12 hours.

Asian Games: Neeraj Chopra confident despite 'injury' worry

Asian Games: Neeraj Chopra confident despite 'injury' worry

Rediff.com30 Sep 2023

Neeraj Chopra said the challenge throughout the season was how to keep his mind away from the injury and focus more on his game.

Kohli, Zareen offer prayers, condolences for train tragedy victims

Kohli, Zareen offer prayers, condolences for train tragedy victims

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

The train crash on Friday, involving the Bengaluru-Howrah Superfast Express, the Shalimar-Chennai Central Coromandel Express and a goods train, is one of the deadliest such accidents since independence.

Champion shooter Rudrankksh aims for consistency at Asiad

Champion shooter Rudrankksh aims for consistency at Asiad

Rediff.com19 Sep 2023

He said shooting sport has become much more than just aiming at the target and pulling the trigger.