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Ahmedabad, April 3 – The Shubman Gill-led Gujarat Titans (GT) will face Riyan Parag's Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Match 9 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Saturday.GT will be aiming to secure their first win of the season after...

Mumbai, April 3 – Muskaan Bhatia won a gold medal as part of the Amateur Racing Club (ARC), which delivered an impressive performance at the prestigious Delhi Horse Show. The show featured participation from over 50 clubs and Army regiment teams, with around 800 horses competing across various...

Kochi, April 3 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday urged Bharatiya Janata Party workers in the poll-bound state of Kerala to draw inspiration from cricketer Sanju Samson's remarkable turnaround performance in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, describing it as a lesson in overcoming...

Kolkata, April 3 – Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Ajinkya Rahane motivated the players after the three-time champions suffered a 65-run loss against the 2016 winners, Sunrisers Hyderabad, in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at Eden Gardens on Thursday.Despite the second consecutive...

President Droupadi Murmu stated today that the sporting talent of the country's youth, including tribal communities, represents a valuable social asset for the nation. In her article titled "Tribal Sports Talent: Our National Pride," President Murmu emphasized that continued strengthening of the...

New Delhi, April 3 – Former Indian cricketer Wasim Jaffer has raised concerns about national boards restricting overseas all-rounders in franchise leagues, citing Australian all-rounder Cameron Green's lack of bowling as a key example in the ongoing 2026 Indian Premier League.Green, who was...

New Delhi, April 3 – Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya shared President Droupadi Murmu’s views on Friday that ongoing support for tribal athletes through initiatives like the Khelo India Tribal Games is essential to cultivate a talent pool that will position India as a "global sports...

Bengaluru, April 3 Royal Challengers Bengaluru wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma said that the team’s title win last season has only strengthened its desire to achieve lasting success within the franchise. Jitesh remains a key part of RCB. Not only has he impressed with his batting in the last...

Kolkata, April 2 Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane said on Thursday that people who are talking about his strike rate in the IPL have a "certain agenda" against him and are "jealous" of the success he has achieved.Rahane's strike rate has been a major talking point, especially since...

Union Tourism and Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat attended the official launch of the Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) in New Delhi today. This event marks a significant step towards positioning India as a global hub for golf tourism and sports-led destination development, in line...

New Delhi, April 2 Former India all-rounder and World Cup winner Yuvraj Singh said on Thursday that cricketers should take up golf from a young age to cope with the stress of their primary profession.Yuvraj, who has become an avid golfer after retirement, has been named as the brand ambassador...

Gandhinagar, April 2 Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi has described his state as the safest for women, and said everyone is aware of the situation in other states.He was speaking on Wednesday evening at the inauguration of the Gandhinagar North Premier League 2026 (GNPL), organized...

Bengaluru, April 2: Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finishers Jitesh Sharma and Romario Shepherd discussed their on-field chemistry, highlighting how their contrasting styles make them a challenging pair for bowlers in the Indian Premier League (IPL) as they prepare for...

Raipur, April 2 A striker, Kiran Pisda, who started as a forward before developing into a full-back for the national team, transformed into a goalkeeper for her home state Chhattisgarh in the semifinals of the ongoing Khelo India Tribal Games here.Chhattisgarh defeated Arunachal Pradesh 3-2 to...

Bengaluru, April 2 – Former Indian wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik, who has transitioned into a batting coaching role at Royal Challengers Bengaluru after previously representing the franchise, spoke about his role, saying that his job is to understand the needs of each player and help them prepare...

Raipur, April 2 – When Kiran Pisda stepped up to take a penalty kick against Arunachal Pradesh in the semi-finals of the Khelo India Tribal Games, she drew on all her experience handling challenges and setbacks, which only strengthened her resilience.At 24, Kiran is likely at the peak of her...

New Delhi, April 2 – Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar reflected on the emotions of the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup Final on the 15th anniversary of one of India’s most iconic triumphs, a night that remains etched in the nation’s memory.Tendulkar played a key role in India’s successful 2011 World...

Mumbai, April 2 – Known for his discipline and love for sports, host Akshay Kumar found himself in the company of professional football defender Dalima on the recent episode of the quiz reality show, Wheel of Fortune.Akshay used the platform to humorously highlight how men can sometimes react...

New Delhi, April 1 Tennis legend Leander Paes met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, who praised his achievements.Paes joined the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday."Had a great meeting with Shri Leander Paes. India is very proud of his accomplishments in tennis. We...

Kolkata, April 1 – A day after joining the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), tennis legend Leander Paes met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Wednesday."I am humbled by the leadership, energy, and passion of Shri Narendra Modi Ji for our nation. I am honored to be part of your team and...