Rio Olympics

Rio Olympics medallist PV Sindhu, Sakshi Sakshi get rousing reception in Kerala

The two Olympic medal winners were coming to the state for the first time after their historic achievement.

Sep 23, 2016, 19:36 PM IST

Kidambi Srikanth loses to Marc Zweibler, Indian challenge over in Japan Super Series

Marc managed to grab two match points at 20-18. Srikanth saved one but the German sealed it at the next opportunity.

Sep 23, 2016, 13:27 PM IST

Former captain Ritu Rani retires from international hockey

Ritu, who was controversially dropped from the team for the Rio Olympics citing "attitude" issues, however was included in the 29 probables for the National camp which began in Bhopal on Sunday.

Sep 21, 2016, 22:56 PM IST

CBI could soon start formal probe in Narsingh Yadav doping case

Yadav was slapped with a four-year ban last month by the Court of Arbitration.

Sep 19, 2016, 23:20 PM IST

Used to attack Dipa Karmakar emotionally to bring her best out: Bishweshwar Nandi

Nandi further said parents have become very protective these days so there is no way you can use caning.

Sep 19, 2016, 21:37 PM IST

After winning hearts with Produnova, Dipa Karmakar now wants to beat Simone Biles at 2020 Tokyo Olympics

At the 2016 Rio Olympics, Dipa finished fourth in the women's vault final in the artistic gymnastics.

Sep 18, 2016, 22:34 PM IST

Tiger Woods is by far the best golfer, says Kapil Dev

"People say it is an old man's game. I don't think so. I just think why I didn't I play the game when I was young."

Sep 18, 2016, 20:20 PM IST

EPIC! This is what happened when Sakshi Malik met Amitabh Bachchan

Like every Indian of her generation, Sakshi too is a big fan of the legendary actor. 

Sep 18, 2016, 09:57 AM IST

Dipa Karmakar reveals shocking details how gymnastics was equated with circus

Dipa, who finished fourth in the Rio Olympic Games, has made gymnastics popular in India due to her feats.

Sep 17, 2016, 22:41 PM IST

Kie Nishikori helps Japan return to Davis Cup elite

"We had never played together before and we had to change some things during the match," he added.

Sep 17, 2016, 19:21 PM IST

While Olympians bite medal, Paralympians hear it – Here's what differentiates the two!

Steel balls are kept inside the medals so visually impaired athletes could hear them.

Sep 17, 2016, 13:24 PM IST

Another step towards securing India's future in sports, Vijay Goel announces 'Talent Hunt' portal

The portal will allow talented children to stake their claim for support including admission to sports training centres from the comforts of their homes.

Sep 15, 2016, 18:13 PM IST

Deepa Malik's moment of glory: As incredible as Dipa Karmakar's Produnova, as historic as PV Sindhu's silver

Every paralympian has a story to tell, but not many are as inspiring as Deepa Malik's.

Sep 14, 2016, 09:44 AM IST

PV Sindhu, Sakshi Malik received only 1.66% of government's funds for Rio-bound athletes: Report

PV Sindhu and Sakshi Malik - India's two medal-winners at Rio Olympics 2016, received only 1.66% of government’s funds.

Sep 12, 2016, 11:57 AM IST

Teenager Aditi Ashok registers first top-10 finish as a pro golfer

The 18-year-old Bangalore golfer, who represented India at the recent Olympic Games in Rio, shot a final round of three-under 69 and finished Tied-ninth at the Golf Club Hubbelrath in Germany.

Sep 11, 2016, 21:27 PM IST

No discrimination! Twitter demands equal prize money and honor for Paralympic medal winners

Thangavelu made a leap of 1.89 metres, Bhati jumped his personal best of 1.86 metres to finish third.

Sep 10, 2016, 11:03 AM IST

Paralympics: Excluded from Rio, Russia launches own games for banned athletes

Putin has slammed the decision as "outside the law, morality, humanity" and Russia`s state-run sports channel will not show the Games in Brazil live.

Sep 07, 2016, 23:17 PM IST

Usain Bolt responds to reports of split with girlfriend Kasi Bennett like a BOSS!

Reports suggested that the Jamaican sprinter was in his elements, as he indulged in a raunchy affair in Rio.

Sep 07, 2016, 20:23 PM IST

US Open 2016: Andy Murray, Serena Williams seek to cement semi-final spots

Murray, who followed up his third Grand Slam triumph at Wimbledon with Rio Olympics gold, takes on 2014 finalist Kei Nishikori for a place in the last four.

Sep 07, 2016, 19:37 PM IST

BRILLIANT! This old photo perfectly sums up P.V. Sindhu's rise in world badminton

The 21-year-old carved out a unique place for herself in the echelons of Indian sport.

Sep 07, 2016, 19:16 PM IST