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New Delhi, April 11 – Star sprinter Hima Das has praised the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) for implementing policies that have helped develop the sport at the grassroots level, making it possible for athletes from small cities and towns to dream of achieving success in athletics and...

New Delhi, April 11 Shot putter Krishna Jayasankar is not happy with the national indoor record she set last month in the USA, and is now aiming to surpass the outdoor mark with further refinement of her technique.The 23-year-old Jayasankar is from Chennai but is currently studying at the...

New Delhi, April 11 Odisha's star sprinter Animesh Kujur won the 100m dash in a photo finish after earlier winning the 200m title, taking the spotlight at the one-day Indian Athletics Series here on Saturday.Kujur opened his outdoor season on the 'fast' Mondo track, winning the 200m race in...

New Delhi, April 11 Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya stated that plans are underway to launch a nationwide campaign featuring iconic athletes and youth leaders to build momentum for the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad.The minister met a Commonwealth Sport delegation headed by its...

New Delhi, April 11 Star India sprinter Animesh Kujur has changed his starting block after his heartbreaking false start at the National Indoor Championships last month, making a bold statement on Saturday that he aims to break the 10-second barrier this season.The 22-year-old Kujur, who holds...

In New Delhi, Animesh Kujur of Odisha won the 100m dash in a photo finish, becoming the star sprinter at the one-day Indian Athletics Series on Saturday.Kujur, who began his outdoor season on the 'fast' Mondo track, won the 200m race in the morning session, finishing in 20.74 seconds, beating...

April 11, New Delhi – India's Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, held a high-level meeting with the senior leadership of Commonwealth Sport.The Sports Minister reiterated India's commitment to hosting a world-class, athlete-centric, and sustainable Commonwealth Games in...

New Delhi, April 10 – Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, held a high-level meeting with senior leadership of Commonwealth Sport on Friday, reaffirming India's commitment to delivering a world-class, athlete-centric, and sustainable Commonwealth Games in 2030...

Ahmedabad, April 10 The Sports Authority of Gujarat hosted the "draw of lots" for the 2026 Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Men's Cup in Ahmedabad on Friday, officials said.The continental tournament is scheduled to be held from June 20 to 28 this year at the city's Veer Savarkar Sports...

New Delhi, April 10 Discussions focused on establishing timelines for "efficient delivery" and legacy planning as Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya met Commonwealth Sport President Donald Rukare here on Friday, reaffirming India's commitment to hosting the Commonwealth Games in 2030.The Games...

New Delhi, April 10 – The Commonwealth Games Association (India) welcomed the visit of a high-level delegation from Commonwealth Sport (CS), led by its President Dr. Donald Rukare, along with CEO Katie Sadleir and Director of Games & Assurance Darren Hall, as part of ongoing engagements around...

New Delhi, April 10 India's 3x3 women's wheelchair basketball team has qualified for the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.The Games will take place from July 23 to August 2, with the 3x3 wheelchair basketball competition taking place from July 24 to 29.India qualified...

Ulaanbaatar (Mongolia), April 9 Reigning world champion Minakshi Hooda and Preeti Pawar led India's gold medal haul with two other compatriots also winning in the finals to be crowned Asian boxing champions here on Thursday.Joining Minakshi (48kg) and Asian Games bronze medallist Preeti (54kg)...

Gandhinagar, April 8 – A delegation from Commonwealth Sport has begun its first official inspection visit to Gujarat to assess preparations for the 2030 Commonwealth Games. Site reviews and high-level meetings signal the start of detailed on-the-ground planning for the centenary edition of the...

New Delhi, April 7 The last season was inconsistent for top Indian triple jumper Abdulla Aboobacker, but he is hoping to redeem himself and claim a second consecutive medal in the Commonwealth Games later this year in Glasgow.The 30-year-old from Kerala, who won a silver medal in the 2022 CWG...

Kolkata, April 4 Indian tennis legend Leander Paes said on Saturday that he has been entrusted with responsibilities related to India's bid for the 2036 Olympic Games, describing it as a key to his new role in public life.The seven-time Olympian said Prime Minister Narendra Modi had given him...

Kolkata, April 4 Indian tennis legend Leander Paes said on Saturday that he has been entrusted with responsibilities related to India's bid for the 2036 Olympic Games, describing it as a key to his new role in public life.The seven-time Olympian said Prime Minister Narendra Modi had given him...

Raipur, April 1 State Sports Minister Raksha Khadse said on Wednesday that the inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games have given a new direction to Chhattisgarh, which was previously "known for Naxalism" and was perceived as "backward".Khadse visited Raipur as part of the ongoing Games and praised...

Indian boxers will compete in the Asian Championships, beginning here on Monday, aiming to achieve a strong performance and secure direct berths for major multi-sport events later this year.This tournament marks a significant event in a busy season, including the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow...

New Delhi, March 29 Olympic bronze medallist and six-time world champion Indian boxer M C Mary Kom said on Sunday that she is considering a move into professional boxing.The 43-year-old, who became the first Indian woman boxer to win an Olympic medal with a bronze in the 2012 London Games, is...