Parupalli Kashyap, HS Prannoy among 4 shuttlers testing positive for COVID-19
The three shuttlers -- Parupalli Kashyap, HS Prannoy and Pranaav Jerry Chopra -- recently attended Guru Sai Dutt's wedding which took place on November 25 in Hyderabad.
Dec 06, 2020, 14:32 PM IST
I am now fit on court and ready to go, says PV Sindhu after cryptic 'I Retire' post
Sindhu opened up on how she coped up with the Covid-19 induced lockdown, her reaction to the Tokyo Olympics postponement, her preparation for the upcoming Asia Cup.
Nov 06, 2020, 17:36 PM IST
PV Sindhu agrees to play in Thomas and Uber Cup
Earlier, Sindhu had decided to opt out of the tournament due to personal reasons, but now on the request of BAI president, she has agreed to feature in the Thomas Uber Cup.
Sep 07, 2020, 19:58 PM IST
1,000 physical education teachers in Delhi govt schools to undergo physical literacy training
Delhi Education Minister Manish Sisodia said physical education is something which will be needed 24X7 throughout life.
Aug 31, 2020, 15:44 PM IST
Indian shuttler N Sikki Reddy tests positive for coronavirus
Physiotherapist Kiran C, who also arrived at the National Badminton Camp at the Pullela Gopichand Badminton Academy in Hyderabad, has also tested positive for the virus.
Aug 13, 2020, 23:37 PM IST
Over 14,000 runners to take part in 'Run to the Moon' fundraiser event
‘Run to the Moon' will conclude on July 21 to coincide with the 51st anniversary of man's first landing on the moon.
Jun 26, 2020, 11:15 AM IST
Pullela Gopichand recommends HS Prannoy for Arjuna Award
On June 2, BAI had recommended Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, Chirag Shetty and Sameer Verma for Arjuna award, leaving out Prannoy which prompted the shuttler to express his displeasure on Twitter.
Jun 21, 2020, 16:21 PM IST
Pullela Gopichand donates Rs 26 lakh towards coronavirus relief fund
Gopichand will contribute Rs 10 lakh to Telangana Chief Minister's Relief Fund and Rs. 5 lakh to Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister's Relief Fund.
Apr 06, 2020, 13:34 PM IST
A look at PV Sindhu's journey from badminton prodigy to BWF World Champion
The Padma Shri Awardee is currently ranked at number 6 by the Badminton World Federation (BWF).
Aug 26, 2019, 15:03 PM IST
Olympic qualification system is unfair, putting strain on players: Pullela Gopichand
The Olympic qualification period for the Tokyo Games starts April 29 this year with the Badminton World Federation (BWF) considering the ranking list, to be published on April 30, 2020, to allocate spots and Gopichand feels that the BWF needs to have a relook at the qualification system.
Mar 31, 2019, 17:34 PM IST
All England Championship: PV Sindhu, Saina Nehwal look to snap 18-year-old jinx
It was Sindhu and Saina's mentor and current chief national coach P Gopichand, who was the last Indian to win the championship back in 2001.
Mar 05, 2019, 13:15 PM IST
Indian shuttlers get tough draw at All England Championship
India's top shuttlers PV Sindhu and Saina Nehwal, are currently playing the Senior National Championships and will head straight to Birmingham for the prestigious tournament, starting from March 6.
Feb 13, 2019, 13:45 PM IST
Expecting a better badminton medal haul at 2020 Olympics: Pullela Gopichand
Saina Nehwal had clinched a bronze at the 2012 Olympics in London while P.V. Sindhu got a silver in the women`s singles final at the 2016 Rio Games.
Hope no one will question me about my final losses anymore: PV Sindhu
After losing seven successive summit clashes, Olympic silver medallist Sindhu finally settled her finals blues with a 21-19 21-17 win over Japan's Nozomi Okuhara to lift the prestigious season-ending trophy.
Dec 16, 2018, 19:37 PM IST
All England Championships will be our target next year: Chief national badminton coach Pullela Gopichand
Gopichand was the last Indian to win the All England Championship in 2001, achieving the coveted feat after 21 years of Prakash Padukone's 1980 title.
Dec 16, 2018, 19:29 PM IST
Glad today's generation doesn't struggle for basic sports facilities: National Badminton coach Pullela Gopichand
Gopichand feels that Indian athletes no longer have to worry about the basic facilities that he had to struggle for in his playing days
Sep 27, 2018, 18:06 PM IST
Bharat ke Veer trust established to assist families of martyred CRPF personnel
Citizens can contribute to the trust which would help families of slain heroes of CRPF live with dignity and with their heads held high.
Sep 06, 2018, 10:12 AM IST
Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu are precious diamonds: Coach Pullela Gopichand
India's chief badminton coach Pullela Gopichand on Saturday called PV Sindhu and Saina Nehwal -- his two most successful pupils -- as "precious diamonds".
May 05, 2018, 16:33 PM IST
Indian badminton is not dependent on one or two players now: Pullela Gopichand
Chief national coach Pullela Gopichand on Tuesday hailed the depth Indian badminton has achieved over the years, saying the team is no longer dependent on one or two players.
Apr 17, 2018, 18:20 PM IST
Commonwealth Games 2018: We could have won more badminton medals with favourable scheduling, says Pullela Gopichand
A historic gold medal in the team event was the highlight of India's outstanding show at the 2018 Commonwealth Games (CWG), says the chief badminton coach Pullela Gopichand but was critical of scheduling, which he feels prevented them from winning more medals.
Apr 15, 2018, 15:30 PM IST
