Ahmedabad: Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Friday said India is moving towards becoming a premier global hub for sports by strengthening its sporting ecosystem across major international events, including the Olympics and Commonwealth Games. Addressing the inaugural event of the World Archery Para Series virtually, Shah said India is also expected to Read More…
Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy paid tribute to Argentine football great Lionel Messi following his decision to retire from international football. Reacting to Messi’s retirement announcement, Reddy said the sport would not be the same without the legendary player, widely regarded as the “GOAT” (Greatest of All Time). “Football won’t be the same again, Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday attended the opening ceremony of the World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan’s capital Bishkek, joining several visiting leaders of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), including Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. The sixth edition of the World Nomad Games is being held in Kyrgyzstan from August 31 Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended his greetings to sports enthusiasts across the country on the occasion of National Sports Day, saying the dedication and determination of Indian sportspersons make the nation proud. Modi also paid tribute to legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand, recalling his remarkable contribution and brilliance that continue Read More…
Bhubaneswar: Indian athletes Rohit Yadav and Murali Sreeshankar emerged as the standout performers at the World Athletics Continental Tour silver-level meet in Bhubaneswar on Saturday, with both athletes claiming top honours in their respective events. Rohit produced a stunning finish in the men’s javelin throw, saving his best attempt for the final round to clinch Read More…
New Delhi: The Sports Ministry on Saturday approved a 492-member Indian athletes’ contingent for the upcoming Asian Games in Japan, with athletics accounting for the largest share with 73 athletes. The approved contingent comprises 265 male and 227 female athletes, reflecting a strong representation across various sporting disciplines. The Asian Games will be held in Read More…
Lausanne: Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra delivered his best throw in more than a year but narrowly missed out on the top spot, finishing second to Sri Lankan rising star Rumesh Pathirage at the Lausanne Diamond League on Friday. The 28-year-old Chopra recorded a throw of 88.05 metres in his second attempt, finishing second in Read More…
Paris: World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen retained his Esports World Cup chess title for the second consecutive year after defeating Belarusian Grandmaster Denis Lazavik in a one-sided final here on Saturday. Representing Team Liquid, Carlsen delivered an unbeaten campaign throughout the tournament. The 35-year-old Norwegian entered the competition with a clear objective of defending his Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with India’s Commonwealth Games champions and congratulated them for their outstanding performances, highlighting the transformation of Indian sports over the past decade. Modi said the athletes’ medals and achievements inspire schoolchildren more effectively than promotional campaigns. He praised their perseverance, dedication and patriotism, particularly recalling athletes who overcame Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hosted India’s outstanding medal winners from the Commonwealth Games 2026 at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg and interacted with the athletes about their experiences at the Games. The Prime Minister praised the athletes for their exceptional performances, saying their achievements are a matter of immense pride for the Read More…