abhinav and rani kumari

abhinav and rani kumari clinched the 'Jodi Are You Ready' Season 2 title on May 4, after showcasing exceptional chemistry and flawless performances. Their poignant final act earned them standing ovations. An emotional Abhinav dedicated the win to their mentors, while Rani emphasized their gratitude for the support received. Gowri Shankar and Ananya secured the first runner-up position.

Rani Kumari, along with her dance partner Abhinav Arun, won the Jodi Are You Ready 2 title, expressing gratitude to fans and mentors for their support. Their victory on May 4 marked a significant milestone, with Rani sharing an emotional Instagram post reflecting on her journey and future aspirations.

In a surprising turn of events on Jodi Are You Ready 2, contestants Rani Kumari and Abhinav, who were seen as strong contenders, have been eliminated. Judge Sandy Master announced their departure, leaving fans and fellow contestants shocked.

India's sporting elite converges in Lucknow for the Times of India Sports Awards, honouring a decade of excellence and the past year's achievements. The prestigious event, attended by legends and led by a distinguished jury, celebrates athletes across over 45 categories, including a significant focus on para-sports, recognizing outstanding performances and emerging talents who have made the nation proud.

Poshgoandh (flower bouquet) was presented by director Mahraj K last night in the city. It portrayed the ground realities of disintegration of families due to migration, that left audience teary-eyed.

India's ace racqueter Saurav Ghosal stormed into the quarterfinals of the National Squash Championship as all the seeded players had it easy on the opening day.

Patna University girls have been outsmarting the boys for the past several years and the year 2012 did not prove to be an exception.

The Sports Authority of India (SAI) has approved the extension of athletics national camp till March 31 in five locations across the country keeping in mind this year's two big events -- the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games.

With 99 days to go until the start of the Olympics, here's a list of the Indian sportspersons who have made the cut for Rio.

In-form city shuttlers Malvika Bansod, Ritika Thaker, Rashi Lambe and Sourabh Kerhalkar started their campaign on a rousing note in the All India Junior (U-17 and U-19) Ranking Badminton tournament at Jodhpur, Rajasthan, on Wednesday.

India, a nation of over 1.3 billion, has just 28 Olympic medals to its credit since making a debut back in 1900. That tally features just one individual gold that Abhinav Bindra picked up in 2008. This country is definitely more optimistic than before of what its 120 athletes -- 68 men and 52 women -- in Tokyo would achieve. The expectations are of a first ever double digit figure in the medals tally.

With four days to go until the start of the 2016 Rio Olympics, TOI Sports takes stock of how India realistically stands to fare at the Games. A look at the athletes who can do India proud in Rio Games, where the country has sent its largest contingent ever.