Rio Olympics: Verdict on wrestler Narsingh Yadav by NADA likely today
Narsingh Yadav's chances of participating in the Olympics came under a cloud when he returned a positive result for a dope test conducted by the NADA on June 25.
Aug 01, 2016, 07:28 AM IST
Rio Olympics to have up to 4,500 urine anti-doping tests
On top of the pre-Games testing, the IOC also conducted a comprehensive re-analysis of the samples from Beijing and London Games.
Aug 01, 2016, 05:14 AM IST
In 'Mann Ki Baat', PM Modi says he would play 'postman' to convey wishes to Indian team for Rio Olympics
In his radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat', Modi touched upon various matters ranging from bank frauds to antibiotic resistance, but did not speak about any political issues.
Aug 01, 2016, 00:20 AM IST
Rio Olympics: On-court strategy and conditions will be key to success, believes PV Sindhu
The three-time Macau Open winner will be participating in her maiden Olympics.
Jul 31, 2016, 15:15 PM IST
INSPIRATIONAL! Athlete fulfills TWEETED 5-year-old goal; joins USA team for the Rio Olympics
The 22-year-old will be representing her nation the 4x100m relay pool event.
Jul 31, 2016, 14:09 PM IST
IOC set-up 3-person panel to decide fate of Russian athletes for Rio Olympics
The panel will have to make its ruling before the opening ceremony, just five days away.
Jul 31, 2016, 11:41 AM IST
Rio Olympics: Bryan brothers pull out of Olympic Games citing concerns over Zika virus
Many athletes have withdrawn from the Olympics over concerns about the mosquito-borne Zika virus linked to birth defects in newborn babies.
Jul 31, 2016, 09:22 AM IST
PM Narendra Modi optimistic of Indian athletes' performance at Rio Olympics
Conveying his best wishes for the Rio Olympics, the Prime Minister said the games give a message of brotherhood.
Jul 31, 2016, 09:11 AM IST
As it happened: PM Narendra Modi eyes one athlete from every district for 2020 games
Narendra Modi arrived at Major Dhyan Chand Stadium in Delhi to flag off the #RunForRio program, with 20,000 students taking part in the run.
Jul 31, 2016, 08:15 AM IST
Olympics: IOC panel to choose final Russia team for Rio
A three-member International Olympic Committee panel will choose the final Russian team for the Rio Olympics from a list sent by sports federations, IOC spokesman Mark Adams said Saturday.
Jul 31, 2016, 05:50 AM IST
Olympics: Champion Bryan brothers bail out of Rio
The formidable United States pairing of Bob and Mike Bryan won`t defend the doubles Olympic gold they won in London, citing health concerns in withdrawing from the Rio Games on Saturday.
Jul 31, 2016, 01:18 AM IST
Olympics: Russian weightlifting team banned from Rio
There are now 117 Russian competitors banned from the Rio Games from the 387 initially nominated by the Russian Olympic Committee.
Jul 30, 2016, 00:35 AM IST
Narsingh Pancham Yadav may not make it to Rio even if he's proved innocent - Here's why
The hearing of the 26-year-old's doping case was held at the NADA office in Delhi.
Jul 29, 2016, 13:51 PM IST
Rio Olympics 2016: Usain Bolt eyes 'triple triple' after fitness scare
For his many fans, Bolt is a beacon of integrity in a sport scarred by doping scandals.
Jul 29, 2016, 11:02 AM IST
India's doping shame: 687 athletes banned since 2009 as per NADA records
Track and field athletes (266) and weightlifters (169) are the key contributors to these numbers.
Jul 29, 2016, 10:31 AM IST
Reality check: How will India fare at 2016 Rio Olympics?
For India, the Olympic dreams of world's second most populous country will continue to be a fringe one.
Jul 29, 2016, 08:47 AM IST
Class Act! Footballer John Obi Mikel donates USD 30,000 to Nigeria's team for Rio Olympics
An un-named member of the team reportedly told the website about Mikel's generous move to help fellow sportsmen.
Jul 28, 2016, 23:35 PM IST
Indian men's hockey team go down 1-4 to Spain in Rio Olympics preparation match
India's equaliser came in the second quarter from a penalty stroke which was converted by Rupinder.
Jul 28, 2016, 20:45 PM IST
Rafael Nadal will travel to Rio, but injury situation still delicate: David Ferrer
Ferrer, 34, is looking to put a disappointing season behind him and is relishing the opportunity to play a third Olympics.
Jul 28, 2016, 16:57 PM IST
