Rio Olympics bid farewell as athletes sign-off with a colorful closing ceremony
United States of America topped the medals tally with 121 medals (46 Gold, 37 Silver, 38 Bronze), followed by Great Britain (27 23 17) and China (26 18 26).
Aug 22, 2016, 07:27 AM IST
Rio Olympics: Laishram Bombayla, Deepika Kumari in pre-quarters of women's individual
India's Atanu Das had also entered the pre-quarterfinals of the Individual men's recurve event yesterday.
Aug 11, 2016, 02:54 AM IST
Lego presents Olympic model of Rio city ahead of games!
Lego, the world’s biggest toymaker, has developed a large model of Rio de Janeiro city to celebrate the host of the 2016 Olympic Games.
Aug 02, 2016, 01:23 AM IST
With focus on 2016 Rio Olympics qualifications, 1st Indian Grand Prix starts on Sunday
The two-leg Indian GP Series and the Federation Cup will provide an early start to the Rio countdown for Indian athletes who are hoping to book their Rio Olympics berths.
Apr 23, 2016, 19:12 PM IST
Paris attacks heighten security fears for 2016 Rio Olympics
Despite the Paris attacks, Rio`s security officials said there has been no intensification of the alerts by federal police, defence and intelligence services regarding any threats.
Nov 20, 2015, 08:57 AM IST
IAAF suspended Russia under pressure, says Russian sports minister
IAAF voted on Friday to suspend the membership of the RAF and the participation of Russia from its competitions, including World Athletics Series and the 2016 Olympic Games in Brazil.
Nov 19, 2015, 14:40 PM IST
Investigators accuse Russia of state-supported doping, call for Olympics ban
The report outlined evidence of systematic cheating with the consent of the government in Moscow.
Nov 10, 2015, 10:40 AM IST
Pole vault star Yelena Isinbayeva to retire after 2016 Rio Olympics
Russian star pole vaulter Yelena Isinbayeva said on Wednesday she plans to retire after the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, where she has her sights sets on a third Olympic gold.
Oct 21, 2015, 20:17 PM IST
Rio 2016, UN Environmental Programme launch 'Green Passport' website, app
The Olympic organising committee in partnership with the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) launched a "Green Passport" on Thursday (October 15) to promote eco-tourism throughout the state of Rio de Janeiro during Games-time next year.
Oct 16, 2015, 08:36 AM IST
If I win in Rio 2016, I will become legend: Usain Bolt
Jamaican Usain Bolt, the fastest man on Earth, seeks to win once again at Rio de Janeiro 2016 Olympic Games and become "a legend", he said.
Oct 09, 2015, 12:11 PM IST
Pau Gasol powers Spain into EuroBasket final
A magnificent performance by Pau Gasol (40 points and 11 rebounds) decided Spain's 80-75 win against France in extra time and got them an entry to the EuroBasket 2015 finals and a direct ticket to the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.
Sep 19, 2015, 23:18 PM IST
