Olympics: News
2032 Olympics: North and South Korea will bid jointly
In a positive development, for two nations facing a diplomatic struggle, North and South Korea are planning to make a joint bid for the 2032 Olympics.
Himachal hikes award-money for medal winners in international sporting events
The Himachal Pradesh government has increased the award money for medal winners from the state in the Olympics, Commonwealth, and the Asian Games, the state's Sports Minister Govind Singh said in the Assembly today.
Saving a life more important than a gold medal: Phelps
Renowned Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps has opened up again about his ongoing battle with depression, hoping he can help others who struggle with the disease.
#1984LosAngelesOlympics: PT Usha reveals why she missed out on bronze
India's track superstar PT Usha recalls that during the Los Angeles Olympics of 1984, where she missed a medal by one-hundredth of a second, she was forced to eat just rice porridge with the pickle.
Ryan Lochte, Olympic gold medalist, suspended by USADA
Ryan Lochte, the 6-time Olympic gold medalist has been suspended by the United States Anti-Doping Agency for 14 months.
7 more medal events added to 2022 Beijing Winter Games
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) took a number of crucial decisions with respect to the upcoming editions of the Olympic Games.
Anju Bobby George fights for 2004 Athens Olympics medal
Indian long-jump ace, Anju Bobby George is hoping to become the first Indian track and field athlete to bag an Olympic medal, a medal which she should have won in 2004.
Japan unveils the mascots for 2020 Tokyo Olympics
The mascots for 2020 Tokyo Olympics have been unveiled.
IOC upholds ban on Russia at the Winter Olympics
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) upheld its ban on Russia over doping allegations.
Wardrobe malfunction at Olympics: French ice skater suffers costume disaster
French ice dancer Gabriella Papadakis suffered what she calls her "worst nightmare", a wardrobe malfunction, on Monday while performing at the 2018 Winter Olympics.
Skier Gus Kenworthy's kiss at Winter Olympics wins hearts
Skier Gus Kenworthy didn't win a medal at the Winter Olympics but he isn't leaving Pyeongchang without a triumph.
Winter Olympics organisers confirm cyberattack
Organisers of the Pyeongchang Olympics have confirmed that the Games suffered a cyberattack during the opening ceremony, which took place on 9th February.
1,218 drones set world record at Winter Olympic Games 2018
The opening ceremony of the Winter Olympic Games 2018 saw a record-setting performance of 1,218 drones, flying in sync to create huge formations of various Olympic sports and the iconic Olympic rings.
Reliance JioTV to exclusively stream Winter Olympic Games in India
Reliance Jio has bagged the digital content streaming rights to broadcast the Winter Olympic Games 2018 in India.
IOC threatens to oust boxing from 2020 games
The International Olympic Committee has threatened to axe boxing from the upcoming 2020 Tokyo Games.
Record-number of condoms to be provided at 2018 Winter Olympics
2018 Winter Olympics, Pyeongchang, has set a record even before the games have begun, for the largest number of condoms to be made available for participating athletes.
CAS overturns life-ban imposed on 28 Russian athletes
In a major relief to Russia, the lifetime doping ban imposed on 28 Russian athletes was overturned on Thursday by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
WADA to investigate possible flaw in drug-testing kits
In what may become another doping-scandal, there are fears of a possible glitch in drug-testing kits which lets the sample bottles to be opened manually.
Michael Phelps says he contemplated suicide
The greatest Olympian of all time, Michael Phelps made some shocking revelations while speaking at the mental health conference in Chicago.
FIR against wrestler Sushil Kumar for brawl at CWG trials
Olympic medallist, Sushil Kumar, was booked by the Delhi police after a complaint which stated that his supporters beat up fellow wrestler Parveen Rana and his brother.
TOPS program targeted at Olympics flawed, says high-profile committee
Unhappy with the implementation of TOPS (Target Olympic Podium Scheme) program, the high-profile committee had written to the Sports Ministry asking for a status report.
Special Olympics gold medallist turns laborer
Government's apathy against sportspersons is something that is not new in our country.
International Olympic Committee bans Russia from 2018 Winter Olympics
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has banned Russia from competing in the 2018 Winter Olympics to be held in Pyeongchang, South Korea.
India not ready to host Olympics yet says Abhinav Bindra
Abhinav Bindra, known for his sharp insights on sports development and management, said that India is not yet ready to host the Olympics as we do not have the right set up for it.
Former US Olympic gymnastics doctor pleads guilty to sex charges
Larry Nassar, an ex-doctor with the US Olympic gymnastics team has pleaded guilty for sexually assaulting women and girls under his care.
Olympic champion Gabby Douglas accuses team doctor of sexual abuse
Olympic champion gymnast Gabby Douglas has accused the former USA gymnastics team doctor Larry Nassar of sexual abuse.
Paris awarded 2024 Olympics; Los Angeles to host 2028 Games
On Wednesday, Paris and Los Angeles were named as the host cities for the 2024 and 2028 Olympics respectively.
Brazil police probe Rio Olympics "vote-buying" scheme
On Tuesday, Brazilian officials alleged that the country's Olympics chief was the "lynchpin" in a plot to bribe the International Olympic Committee to award last year's Games to Rio de Janeiro.
Mo Farah ends track career with a win at Zurich
Four-time Olympic champion Mo Farah brought the curtains down on his illustrious track career with a final win at the Zurich Diamond League 5000m event.
India's Olympic Task Force makes strong recommendations
The Olympic Task Force, a body formed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2016, submitted its final report which includes some strong recommendations to uplift India's performance in the upcoming Olympic events.
BCCI's stance on Olympics participation unlikely to change
In the recently concluded meeting between Committee of Administrators (CoA) and Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) officials, several important issues were discussed including India's stand on including cricket as an Olympic sport.
BCCI a hurdle in the inclusion of cricket in Olympics?
The Board of Control for Cricket in India is not keen on backing the International Cricket Council's bid of including cricket in the Olympics.
Why is KD Jadhav's Olympic bronze medal up for auction?
Khashaba Dadasaheb Jadhav's Olympic bronze medal, independent India's first ever individual Olympic medal, has been put up for auction by the late wrestler's family.
Is India 2032 Olympics ready?
If one might have it, then India is contemplating of hosting the 2032 Olympics.
LA, Paris not interested in hosting 2028 Olympics
Bidding to host the 2024 Olympic Games, Paris and Los Angeles have said that they are interested in the 2024 Olympics only and have no intention of hosting the 2028 Olympics Games.
Girls make India proud at 2016 Rio Olympics
India sent its largest ever contingent of 117 athletes at the 2016 Rio Olympics held in August 2016.
Master Chefs turn Olympic leftovers into meals for poor
Renowned culinary visionary Massimo Bottura and chef David Hertz, aided by 40 other colleagues from across the world are using leftovers from Olympic village in Brazil to produce nutritious meals for the homeless in Rio.