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Sports Minister Vijay Goel on Monday hinted that Narsingh Yadavs prospects of participating at the Rio Olympics is virtually over but said the wrestler will be given a fair chance to defend himself. (Photo: AFP)

WFI not to opt for replacing Narsingh Yadav

It has been learnt that the WFI had earlier sent Jitendra's name (as reserve) in the provisional list for 74kg weight...

26 July 2016 1:27 AM IST

Narsingh Yadav flunks dope test, says conspiracy against me

Olympic dream is virtually over for wrestler Yadav, government mulls replacement in 74kg category.

25 July 2016 1:22 AM IST

Physio's role crucial ahead of fight: Vinesh Phogat

Just days of the Games, the women were assigned a female physiotherapist who will accompany them to Rio.

20 July 2016 1:21 AM IST

Tennis star Sania Mirza along with Bollywood actor Salman Khan and music composer A.R. Rahman, both goodwill ambassadors of the Indian contigent for the Rio Olympics, at a send-off ceremony in New Delhi on Monday. (Photo: BIPLAB BANERJEE)

Dipa Karmakar banks on risky vault

She is among the five gymnasts across the globe who have successfully executed the Produnova.

19 July 2016 1:42 AM IST

Olympic-bound shooter Gagan Narang shakes hands with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a send-off ceremony of the Indian contingent for Rio Olympics in New Delhi on Monday. (Photo: PTI)

Olympic stars kick off Rio countdown

A confident-looking Rio-bound Indian contingent are ready to go into their final practice.

5 July 2016 2:45 AM IST

Shooter and gold medallist Jitu Rai.

Embraced Buddha's teachings to stay calm: Jitu Rai

Jitu recalls he began embracing the Buddha's philosophy since 2012, and it had helped him think positive and plan better...

26 Jun 2016 2:01 AM IST

Narsingh Yadav (left) and Sushil Kumar.

Sushil Kumar-Narsingh Yadav battle continues

Delhi high court on Wednesday again postponed the hearing, till Thursday.

2 Jun 2016 1:43 AM IST

It is so good to see him (Virat Kohli) flourish and express himself and I am happy for him, said Harbhajan Singh. (Photo: AFP)

Kohli's an inspiration for seniors as well: Harbhajan

Virat has already set a benchmark and is someone who will take Indian cricket to a different level, says Harbhajan Singh

20 May 2016 1:29 AM IST

Narsingh Yadav (left) and Sushil Kumar.

WFI meets Sushil Kumar, stands by Narsingh Yadav

The WFI need to file their written submission on Monday in the court, who will hear the case again on May 27.

19 May 2016 1:15 AM IST

Padraig Harringto

Sunday Chronicle

Irish cream' de la creme on the greens

The pro golfer who's won enough majors to be called champ and learnt from his defeats, gets candid.

10 April 2016 12:40 AM IST

Japans Kento Momota with the mens singles champions trophy of Yonex-Sunrise India Open 2016 badminton tournament in New Delhi on Sunday. (Photo: AP)

Ratchanok Intanon, Kento Momota are India Open champs

Ratchanok, also 2015 runner-up, says she has a better record playing in India than any other country.

4 April 2016 1:54 AM IST

Saina Nehwal reacts during her womens singles semifinal against Xuerui Li of China at the India Open Superseries in New Delhi on Saturday. Saina lost 20-22, 21-17, 19-21. (Photo: AP)

India Open: Saina Nehwal crashes in semis

Saina then found the net on the same corner to end on the losing side as the packed stadium was stunned into silence.

3 April 2016 12:48 AM IST