Mary Kom

Mary Kom not interested in making pro debut, says want to win medal for India again

Admitting that she feels extremely proud to be named as one of the national observers, Mary assured that she would try her level best to ensure that the athletes get all the necessary facilities required.

Mar 28, 2017, 08:52 AM IST

MC Mary Kom targets comeback at this year's Asian Championship in Vietnam

The Rajya Sabha MP, who has not competed since last year's World Championships, ruled out retirement for the time being but has decided to set short-term goals.

Mar 27, 2017, 14:53 PM IST

PV Sindhu set to be deputy collector after accepting job offer from Andhra Pradesh government

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu had offered a Group-I officer job of her choice at the felicitation function itself, but Sindhu has now decided to take it up.

Feb 24, 2017, 15:43 PM IST

There's never a dull moment in Parliament: Mary Kom

The 34-year-old, who is five-time Asian champion besides having a coveted Asian Games gold medal as well, was nominated to the Rajya Sabha last year.

Feb 12, 2017, 23:06 PM IST

Sports museum in Kolkata to have Sachin Tendulkar, PV Sindhu's memorabilia

Besides his prized gloves, the Indian cricket maestro has also donated his bat, sweater, jerseys among other things for the museum which will be formally opened on January 29.

Jan 25, 2017, 21:33 PM IST

Boxing sensation from Kashmir wants to be like Mary Kom

Zehra has recently won Silver medal in state Boxing Championship which was held at Jammu. She has now dream to become like Marry Kom.

Dec 28, 2016, 12:26 PM IST

Mary Kom, Vikas Krishan honoured at 70th anniversary of International Boxing Association gala

Mary Kom was presented the AIBA Legends award for her trailblazing boxing career, Vikas was handed the APB (AIBA Pro Boxing) Best Boxer trophy.

Dec 21, 2016, 14:26 PM IST

Mary Kom wants to continue for another 3-4 years, Tokyo 2020 also not out of her radar yet

Aiming to groom potential boxers for future Olympics with world-class coaching and infrastructure facilities, the effervescent pugilist's Mary Kom Regional Boxing Foundation (MKRBF) entered into an agreement with Petroleum Sports Promotion Board (PSPB).

Dec 13, 2016, 00:39 AM IST

Vikas Krishan to get 'Best Boxer' award at AIBA 70th anniversary gala

The 24-year-old Vikas is currently in New Jersey, USA. He he has been training there for more than a fortnight to prepare for the season ahead.

Nov 27, 2016, 16:48 PM IST

Kiren Rijiju attends post harvest festival of Arunachal Pradesh in Delhi

The post harvest festival was organized by Sajalong (Miji tribe) and Hrusso (Aka tribe) community students who are living in the capital city of India.

Nov 21, 2016, 12:40 PM IST

Weekly sports roundup, October 3-9: From money minting MS Dhoni biopic to India's shock defeat to South Korea

Highlights of the week were India reclaiming number one spot in ICC Test ranking and India suffering a rare defeat in kadaddi.

Oct 09, 2016, 21:51 PM IST

SHOCKING: In open letter to sons, Mary Kom reveals she was molested at the age of 17

Penning down the letter for her three sons, the 2003 Asian Games gold medallist told them to take a stand whenever they see a girl being teased.

Oct 06, 2016, 13:54 PM IST

'Five' will be a different film for me: Omung Kumar

 Filmmaker Omung Kumar, who is shifting gears from making biopics to a psychological thriller with "Five", says his new project will be a totally different experience for him.

Sep 15, 2016, 18:23 PM IST

'Mary Kom' much more than a movie: Priyanka Chopra

Priyanka Chopra-starrer "Mary Kom" has completed two years of its release, and the actress says the film was so much more than a movie for her.

Sep 07, 2016, 19:16 PM IST

Less awareness in sports led to only two medals at Rio Olympics: Mary Kom

Mary Kom said she was disappointed with only two medals for the country at the recently concluded Rio Olympics and added "less awareness" in sports in the country was one of the reasons behind it.

Sep 07, 2016, 02:08 AM IST

No pulling punches: After poor run at Rio Olympics, Vijender Singh, Mary Kom demand complete revamp

They are appalled, they are angry and they want accountability to be fixed.

Aug 31, 2016, 15:39 PM IST

I take responsibility for Rio boxing campaign: Coach Sandhu

In Rio, at least one medal was expected from the three who made the cut.

Aug 27, 2016, 17:44 PM IST

PV Sindhu will satisfy nation's hunger for Gold: Mary Kom

With the win, she has become the second Indian player in badminton to win an Olympic medal after Saina Nehwal, who had clinched bronze in London four years ago.

Aug 19, 2016, 17:14 PM IST

Unlike Sachin Tendulkar, Mary Kom raises first issue in Rajya Sabha in just three months

It took the master blaster nearly three years to ask his first question in the RS.

Aug 03, 2016, 13:07 PM IST

Undefeated Vijender Singh survives Kerry Hope test to win WBO Asia Pacific title

The three judges ruled 98-92, 98-92 and 100-90 in favour of the Indian.

Jul 16, 2016, 23:14 PM IST