From the electrifying victory of the Indian cricket team in the recent T20 series to the rising star power of young badminton sensations, India's sporting landscape is ablaze with action! This week alone saw record-breaking performances in the Pro Kabaddi League, showcasing the nation's unwavering passion for indigenous sports. The upcoming Asian Games are generating immense anticipation, with athletes across disciplines sharpening their skills and aiming for glory on the international stage. We delve into the crucial role of sports sponsorships in nurturing talent and boosting India's sporting infrastructure. Furthermore, debates rage on about the future of cricket's dominance in India's sporting ecosystem, with other sports like hockey and football vying for increased attention and investment. Stay updated on all the latest scores, match analyses, and exclusive interviews with your favorite athletes. Explore the dynamic world of Indian sports—from the bustling stadiums to the quiet dedication of rising stars—right here. Discover the stories that shape the nation’s sporting spirit and witness the unfolding drama of the sporting year.
Ranchi, July 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) Hockey Jharkhand were crowned as the champions of the 15th Hockey India Sub-Junior Women's National Championship 2025 - Division 'A' after defeating Hockey Association of Odisha 1-0 in the final at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh AstroTurf Hockey Stadium here on Monday. Hockey Haryana secured the bronze medal after defeating Hockey Mizoram 3-3 (SO 5-4) in the 3rd/4th position match. In the final match, Hockey Jharkhand won 1-0 against the Hockey Association of Odisha. Both teams played distinctly and prevented each other from scoring with strong defence skills, but it was Jirn Soy Munda (27') who paved the way for Hockey Jharkhand to lift the trophy after netting the only goal of the match on their home soil. Also, in the 3rd/4th Place match between Hockey Haryana and Hockey Mizoram, Hockey Haryana secured the third place and won the Bronze medal after defeating Hockey Mizoram 3-3 (SO 5-4) in a nail-biting thriller. K. Vanlalpeki (9') opened the goal count on the scoreboard for Hockey Mizoram, but Captain Bhavya (19'), Durga (27'), and Manjinder (30') soon took the lead for Hockey Haryana to push Hockey Mizoram on the back foot throughout most of the game. Hockey Mizoram tried hard but couldn't but was unable to convert the opportunities against the strong defence of Hockey Haryana until the very last minute, where Laldinpuli (60', 60') heroics helped Hockey Mizoram end the match with a draw as the final whistle was blown, as she scored two back-to-back goals. In the shoot-out, again, it was a neck-to-neck competition between both teams. Captain Bhavya, Manjinder, Neeshu, Radhika, and Harshita scored for Hockey Haryana in all five chances that they got. On the other hand, Laldinpuli, K. Vanlalpeki, C. Lalruatsiami, and Lalnunfeli could only score out of their five chances and fell short in a closely contested game. Hockey Haryana's goalkeeper Saina's match-winning save in the shootout stood out as be difference maker and helped her side end their campaign on the podium.
New Delhi [India], December 3 (ANI): Indian hockey player Jarmanpreet Singh said that the return of the Hockey India League (HIL) will help up-and-coming players learn more about the overseas players and would help India in ultimately securing the gold medal in Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. Jarmanpreet spoke to ANI about the return of the Hockey India League, team India winning the Paris Olympics 2024 bronze and the Asian Champions Trophy, the retirement of legendary goalkeeper PR Sreejesh etc. Speaking about the return of HIL, Jarmanpreet said to ANI, "Yes (if it will help Team India get LA 20 ...Read More >
Robert Fleming, the chairman of the U.S. Olympic Ice Hockey committee for the 1980 "Miracle on Ice" gold medal-winning team at the Lake Placid Olympics, died on July 31. He was 97. Fleming was the chairman of the Olympic ice hockey committee for five Olympics, as well as serving as the vice president of USA Hockey from 1970-81. He was a director for USA Hockey for 33 years. He received the Lester Patrick Award twice -- once for his work with the 1980 team and once for individual outstanding ser ...Read More >
Kolkata, Aug 14 (PTI) Dr Vece Paes, a member of the 1972 Munich Olympic Games bronze-winning Indian men's hockey team and father of legendary tennis player Leander Paes, died here on Thursday morning owing to age-related ailments. He was 80. Paes, who was also suffering from Parkinson's disease, was admitted to the Woodlands Hospital here on Tuesday morning. His last rites will be performed either on Monday or Tuesday, as the family will wait for the arrival of his two daughters, who are both settled abroad. He was married to Jennifer, a former India basketball team captain. Paes, who donn ...Read More >
Born in Goa in April 1945, Dr. Paes, who breathed his last in a city hospital on Thursday following a prolonged illness, excelled in both sports and academics. The death of Dr Vece Paes, a member of India's bronze medal-winning men's hockey team at the 1972 Munich Olympics and father of tennis legend Leander Paes, has cast a pall on the Indian sporting fraternity. Social media was flooded with tributes to the legendary midfielder from the golden era of Indian hockey, whose contribution to sports go beyond his individual on-field brilliance. Born in Goa in April 1945, Dr. Paes, who breathed h ...Read More >
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India] April 7 (ANI): Hockey Uttar Pradesh (UP), Hockey Madhya Pradesh (MP), Hockey Association of Odisha, and Hockey Jharkhand registered victories in Division 'A', while Delhi Hockey secured a win in Division 'B' on the seventh day of the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Women National Championship 2026 Ranchi, Jharkhand. In a Division 'A', Pool D match, Hockey Uttar Pradesh beat Hockey Mizoram 1-0, thanks to a clinical goal from Vaishali Sen (16'), according to a release. In a Division 'A', Pool C encounter, Hockey Madhya Pradesh defeated Hockey Haryana 5-1. For the winner ...Read More >
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], July 5 (ANI): The third day of the 15th Hockey India Sub Junior Women National Championship 2025 saw Le Puducherry Hockey and Hockey Uttarakhand register victories in their respective fixtures at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astroturf Hockey Stadium. In a Division 'C' clash, Le Puducherry Hockey produced an impressive performance to register a 4-1 win over Hockey Raj. After a goalless opening quarter, Indhuja E (33') broke the deadlock to give Le Puducherry the lead heading into halftime. The momentum stayed with them in the third quarter, as Captain Kanagasri (39 ...Read More >
HYDERABAD: After four days of relentless downpours, Telangana is expected to have a brief respite on Monday, with no rainfall alerts issued. However, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) placed the state under a yellow alert for thunderstorms. IMD data showed that Papannapet in Medak district received the heaviest 24-hour rainfall at 10.6 cm, followed by Manoor in Sangareddy with 9.28 cm and Nallabelly in Warangal at 9.15 cm. The statewide average rainfall for the day stood at 7.3 mm, notably higher than the normal 4.3 mm. Warangal's Sangem recorded the day's highest maximum temperature ...Read More >
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], April 2 (ANI): The second day of the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Women National Championship 2026 saw Goans Hockey win in Division 'C' while Hockey Bengal, Hockey Chandigarh and Hockey Uttarakhand won their respective matches in Division 'B' on Thursday in Ranchi, Jharkhand. The day began with a Pool A, Division 'C' match as Goans Hockey defeated Telangana Hockey 6-3. Captain Dellina Mendes (40',41') and Bertila Kerketta (48',52') scored braces for Goans Hockey while ...Read More >
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], April 6 (ANI): Dadra & Nagar Haveli And Daman & Diu Hockey, Hockey Chandigarh and Hockey Karnataka won in Division 'B' while Hockey Mizoram, Hockey Haryana, Hockey Association of Odisha and Hockey Jharkhand won their respective matches in Division 'A' on the sixth day of the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Women National Championship 2026 in Ranchi, Jharkhand. According to a release, in the first match of the day, Dadra & Nagar Haveli And Daman & Diu Hockey defeated Hockey Unit of Tamil Nadu 1-0 in their Pool A, Division 'B' fixture. Anushka Gupta (41') scored the win ...Read More >
New Delhi, Dec 17 (PTI) Hockey India on Tuesday announced free entry for fans for both men's and women's matches of the Hockey India League to be played at Rourkela and Ranchi. The eight-team men's HIL in a new format will start on December 28 at Rourkela's Birsa Munda Stadium and will conclude on February 1, 2025. The women's edition comprising four teams will be held at Ranchi's Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Astro Turf Stadium from January 12-26. Also Read | ZIM vs AFG 2024: Rahmanullah Gurbaz Ruled Out of Zimbabwe ODI Series With Quadriceps and Hip Flexor Injuries. Additionally, HI sai ...Read More >
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], July 8 (ANI): The Hockey Association of Odisha and Uttar Pradesh Hockey stood victorious in their respective matches at the 15th Hockey India Sub Junior Women National Championship 2025 on Tuesday. The first match on Tuesday was played between the Hockey Association of Odisha and Hockey Maharashtra in Division A in which the Hockey Association registered a 3-0 victory. Captain Kiro Sanjana (3) started adding the numbers on the scoreboard for her side from the first quarter. Priyanka Minz (53) and Sweety Kujur (58) also scored one goal each to secure a comfortable w ...Read More >
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], July 8 (ANI): The Hockey Association of Odisha and Uttar Pradesh Hockey stood victorious in their respective matches at the 15th Hockey India Sub Junior Women's National Championship 2025 on Tuesday. The first match on Tuesday was played between the Hockey Association of Odisha and Hockey Maharashtra in Division 'A' in which the Hockey Association registered a 3-0 victory. Captain Kiro Sanjana (3') started adding the numbers on the scoreboard for her side from the first quarter. Priyanka Minz (53') and Sweety Kujur (58') also scored one goal each to secure a comfor ...Read More >
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], July 14 (ANI): Hockey Jharkhand was crowned as the Champions of the 15th Hockey India Sub Junior Women National Championship 2025 - Division 'A' after defeating Hockey Association of Odisha 1-0 in the final at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh AstroTurf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi, Jharkhand. Hockey Haryana secured the bronze medal after defeating Hockey Mizoram 3-3 (shoot out 5-4) in the 3rd/4th position match. In the final match, Hockey Jharkhand won 1-0 against the Hockey Association of Odisha. Both teams played distinctly and prevented each other from scoring with str ...Read More >
Vece Paes, a former Indian hockey player and father of tennis star Leander Paes, passed away at 80. He was a member of the 1972 Olympic bronze-winning team. Paes also contributed to sports medicine and rugby. His wife, Jennifer, was a former Indian basketball captain. The family awaits his daughters' arrival for the last rites. Dr. Vece Paes, a member of the 1972 Munich Olympic Games bronze-winning Indian men's hockey team and father of legendary tennis player Leander Paes, died here on Thursday ...Read More >
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India] April 7 (ANI): Hockey Uttar Pradesh (UP), Hockey Madhya Pradesh (MP), Hockey Association of Odisha, and Hockey Jharkhand registered victories in Division 'A', while Delhi Hockey secured a win in Division 'B' on the seventh day of the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Women National Championship 2026 Ranchi, Jharkhand. In a Division 'A', Pool D match, Hockey Uttar Pradesh beat Hockey Mizoram 1-0, thanks to a clinical goal from Vaishali Sen (16'), according to a release. Also Read | Usman Khawaja Spots Lionel Messi Lookalike in Pakistan During PSL 2026 (Watch Video). In ...Read More >
New Delhi: Protest at the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) against a recently announced fee hike, the long-standing suspension of students' union elections and calls for administrative accountability have entered their sixth day, with students boycotting classes and staging sit-ins at the Bab-e-Syed gate (the iconic entrance of the varsity). The fee structure for different courses has witnessed a sharp revision. Students say the hike ranges from 25% to over 60% across various programmes. Many claim they first learned of the revised fees only while trying to pay through the university's online ...Read More >
Jharkhand showcased their hockey dominance with an emphatic 8-1 victory over Tamil Nadu in the Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship, highlighting their strong performance in the tournament. Photograph: Hockey India/XKey PointsJharkhand records a dominant 8-1 victory against Tamil Nadu in the Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship.Jaysan Kandulna scores twice for Jharkhand, contributing to their significant win.Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh also secure victories in Divi ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 11 (ANI): The India 'A' Men's Hockey Team is off to a flying start, registering back-to-back wins -- 6-1 and 6-0 -- against Ireland to open their eight-match European tour, as per a press release from Hockey India. Among the standout performers is forward Venkatesh Kenche, a rising talent known for his blistering ball speed and relentless attacking mindset, who is determined to make the most of this opportunity. After earlier stints at the Junior National Camp in 2016 and 2018, Kenche has made a spirited return to the India setup. He credits this breakthrough to consi ...Read More >
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], April 9 (ANI): Hockey Association of Odisha, Hockey Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh Hockey, and Hockey Jharkhand won in the Quarter-Finals of the Division 'A' of the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Women National Championship 2026, Ranchi, Jharkhand, which is supported by Anandana, the Coca-Cola India Foundation, on Thursday. In Quarter-Final 1, the Hockey Association of Odisha enjoyed a commanding 8-1 victory over Hockey Maharashtra. Priyanka Minz (8', 26', 41', 54) was in fantastic form as she registered four goals to her name. Princess Priya Ekka (20', 42'), Sweety ...Read More >
Chennai, Aug 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Chhattisgarh Hockey, Manipur Hockey, Uttar Pradesh Hockey, Hockey Association of Odisha, Hockey Punjab, and Hockey Haryana had a fruitful outing after securing a win in their respective matches on Day 5 of the 15th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship 2025, at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium here on Friday. In the first match, Chhattisgarh Hockey won 6-2 against Hockey Bengal in Division 'B'. Adarsh Raj Singh (3', 8', 20', 60') scored the opening goal of the match and stood out as the top goal scorer for Hockey Chhattisgarh. Aman Verma (48') ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 14: Medulla Communications Pvt. Ltd., one of the world's most awarded healthcare-specialist advertising agencies, has announced the launch of its new hub in Singapore. With over 15 years of experience in solving complex healthcare challenges, Medulla is now looking to create a super-specialist category as the first digital healthcare advertising agency in Asia. New Hub to Deliver Scalable, Specialist Healthcare Marketing Solutions Across APAC. Also Read | New Cheque Clearing System: Banks To Clear Cheques Within Few Hours Starting October 4, Announces RBI. ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], August 14 (ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed grief over the loss of hockey legend and Olympic bronze medalist Vece Paes, saying that "his contribution to hockey and sports medicine will be remembered". Indian hockey legend and Olympic bronze medalist Vece Paes, also the father of tennis legend Leander Paes, passed away on Thursday morning. The official X of Hockey India (HI) announced his unfortunate demise at the age of 80.Taking to X, West Bengal CM wrote, "Saddened by the demise of Dr Vece Paes, member of the bronze medal winning team ...Read More >
Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], April 3 (ANI): Former Indian footballer Bhaichung Bhutia hailed the Khelo India Tribal Games as a great platform for athletes of the tribal community and said there is huge scope for sports in the tribal belt. During the competition, the hosts Chhattisgarh finished ninth on the medals tally with 3 gold, 10 silver and 6 bronze medals. Karnataka were crowned the overall champions, claiming 23 gold along with 8 silver and 7 bronze. Odisha finished second with 21 gold, 15 silver and 21 bronze medals. Odisha were the only contingent to cross a half century of medals, ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], May 3 : Hockey is fast becoming a popular sport in the Union Territory of Jammu ... New Delhi [India], May 3 : Hockey is fast becoming a popular sport in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir due to initiatives taken by the Hockey Jammu and Kashmir and Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council, hockey is fast becoming a popular sport in the Union Territory. Among several programs launched by the state member unit to draw the attention of youth towards the sport includes providing proper infrastructure to trainees, and orgsing coaching camps and tournaments at regular intervals i ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) The 1972 Munich Olympics hockey bronze medallist and father of tennis icon Leander Paes, Dr Vece Paez, has passed away in Kolkata at the age of 80. He was suffering from advanced stage of Parkinson's disease. Born in Goa in April, 1945, Dr Paes was exceptional in both sports and academics. Beyond his athletic achievements, he was also a doctor of sports medicine and served as president of the Calcutta Cricket and Football Club. His son, Leander, often spoke of his father's influence and inspiration in shaping his own sporting career, particularly his passio ...Read More >
Raipur: Race walker Dasharath Talawar and middle-distance runner Nagini added two gold medals to table toppers Karnataka's tally while Chhattisgarh's Gajendra Thakur bagged a silver medal in the men's 800m and their men's hockey team clinched the bronze on Day 8 of the Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) on Wednesday. Dasharath Talawar led Karnataka's 1-2 in the men's 10km race walk with a time of 45:13.85s, with Darshan Bagadi (46:25.90s) finishing second ahead of Gujarat's Sagarbhai Katara (48:16.09s) at the Kreeda Parisar athletics track in Jagdalpur. Nagini then dominated the women's 800m ra ...Read More >
New Delhi, Dec 17 (PTI) Hockey India on Tuesday announced free entry for fans for both men's and women's matches of the Hockey India League to be played at Rourkela and Ranchi. The eight-team men's HIL in a new format will start on December 28 at Rourkela's Birsa Munda Stadium and will conclude on February 1, 2025. The women's edition comprising four teams will be held at Ranchi's Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Astro Turf Stadium from January 12-26. Additionally, HI said select matches of both men's and women's categories will be held at alternate venues to "expand the league's reach". "By ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana), June 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Two-time World Champion Nikhat Zareen opened her campaign in the 48-51kg category with a clinical 4:1 win over Uttar Pradesh's Rashi Sharma in the Elite Women's Boxing Tournament at the Saroornagar Indoor Stadium here on Saturday. In another bout, Haryana's Anjali got the better of World Championships bronze medallist Manisha Moun in the 57-60 kg category. Organised by the Telangana Boxing Federation under the aegis of the Boxing Federation of India and the Sports Authority of Telangana, the tournament will feature boxers from 15 units, includi ...Read More >
Ranchi, July 14 (UNI) Hockey Jharkhand crowned as the Champions of the 15th Hockey India Sub Junior Women National Championship 2025 - Division 'A' after defeating Hockey Association of Odisha 1-0 in the Final, here at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh AstroTurf Hockey Stadium. Hockey Haryana secured the Bronze medal after defeating Hockey Mizoram 3-3 (SO 5-4) in the 3rd/4th position match. In the final match, Hockey Jharkhand won 1-0 against the Hockey Association of Odisha. Both the teams played distinctly and prevented each other from scoring with strong defence skills but it was Jirn Soy Mun ...Read More >
Bengaluru -- In a landmark development for India's power and infrastructure manufacturing landscape, Zetwerk Manufacturing Businesses Pvt Ltd, a digital manufacturing platform, has acquired a controlling stake in KRYFS Power Components Ltd., a market leader in transformer solutions. This strategic move positions Zetwerk at the forefront of India's energy and electrification revolution, combining cutting-edge digital manufacturing with decades of engineering excellence to serve a fast-growing, innovation-hungry global market. The acquisition creates one of India's most formidable players in e ...Read More >