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.
Chennai, March 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Squash Rackets Federation of India (SRFI), supported by the Sports Authority of India (SAI), will host a World Squash Officiating (WSO) Refereeing Course from March 31 to April 4, 2026, at the Indian Squash Academy in Chennai. Approximately 25 of India's top referees will attend the workshop. This group features officials currently officiating at national championships and PSA tournaments in India, as well as promising referees recognised by SRFI for potential advancement within the World Squash Officiating pathway. Participants were selected based on well-defined eligibility criteria, including active participation in SRFI national ranking events, completion of WSO Level 1-3 certifications, and a proven ability to officiate at PSA- and World Squash Federation-sanctioned events. Roy Gingell from Wales will lead the course. He is an internationally recognised referee and educator affiliated with the World Squash Officiating programme. As a WSO Level 5 Referee, the highest certification worldwide, Gingell is one of only two referees globally with this credential. He has officiated at major international events and plays a vital role in referee training and evaluation programs run by the World Squash Federation (WSF) and the Professional Squash Association (PSA). The Indian Squash Academy, a leading squash facility in the country, will host the workshop. It features an all-glass show court and several singles and doubles courts, creating a perfect environment for both classroom learning and practical match practice. India is hosting more national ranking tournaments, PSA events, and international competitions than ever before. As the level of play improves, the demand for qualified referees grows. The WSO pathway provides a widely recognised framework for referee training, emphasising rules interpretation, match control, decision-making, and player management. This initiative aims to support the ongoing growth of referees in India by aligning local officiating standards with international best practices. Additionally, the workshop will take place alongside the selection matches for the Asian Junior Individual Championships, providing participants with the opportunity to officiate live games under expert supervision and receive practical evaluation. This is the second time SRFI is hosting a WSO refereeing course, after last year's programme led by Marko Podgoršek.
New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): The All India Football Federation (AIFF) announced a reward of USD 50,000 for the Senior Indian Women's National Team following their outstanding performance in the AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers held in Thailand on Sunday, according to a release from AIFF. The Blue Tigresses delivered a flawless campaign, convincingly winning all four matches. India recorded emphatic victories over Mongolia (13-0), Timor-Leste (4-0), and Iraq (5-0) before clinching the group stage with a crucial 2-1 win against the higher-ranked hosts, Thailand. While the results may have ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Jul 19 (PTI) Hockey India on Saturday announced a 40-member core probable group for the upcoming senior women's national coaching camp, which will be held at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) Centre here from July 21 to August 29. The camp holds significant importance as the Indian women's hockey team gears up for the women's Asia Cup, set to begin on September 5 in Hangzhou, China. The tournament will serve as a direct qualification pathway for the 2026 FIH Women's World Cup, with only the champion earning a guaranteed spot. All players from the previous camp have been retaine ...Read More >
CHENNAI: After bagging bronze in the previous edition two years ago, India climbed two steps up on Sunday. Toppling top seeds Hong Kong 3-0, India claimed their maiden Squash World Cup in front of a lively gathering at the Express Avenue Mall here. Egypt and Japan shared the bronze medal.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!In the tournament's first all-Asian final, the city's own squash icon Joshna Chinappa set the ball rolling for the hosts, handing India a good start with a 3-1 win over Ka Yi Lee (7-3, 2-7, 7-5, 7-1). Despite not getting game time in the semifinal ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 26 (ANI): The Indian Under-17 freestyle wrestling team secured three gold and two bronze medals at the U17 Asian Wrestling Championships in Vung Tau, Vietnam. The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) issued a statement on Thursday, saying, 'The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) proudly acknowledges the commendable performance of the Indian Under-17 Freestyle Wrestling Team at the ongoing Under-17 Asian Wrestling Championships in Vung Tau, Vietnam.' The Indian Freestyle contingent secured a total of 5 medals, including 3 Gold and 2 Bronze, showcasing grit, determinatio ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): The first-ever Khelo India Water Sports Festival will be held at Srinagar's iconic Dal Lake from August 21-23. This was announced by Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday. As part of its growing Khelo India calendar, the inaugural edition of the Water Games in Jammu and Kashmir follows the first Khelo India Beach Games, held in Diu in May. The water sports festival will feature five sports: kayaking and canoeing, rowing, water skiing, a shikara race, and dragon boat racing. Also Read | Who is Diogo Jota? Here's All You Need ...Read More >
'It's a tough setback, but I'm determined to do the hard work and come back stronger. Thank you for all your messages of support. I'll be back faster and stronger.' IMAGE: Avinash Sable with Dr Dinshaw Pardiwala after his ACL surgery. Photograph: Kind courtesy FCTeamIndia/X Asian Games gold medallist 3000m steeplechaser Avinash Sable has undergone ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) surgery after suffering the injury during the Monaco Diamond League earlier this month and the Indian will be ruled ...Read More >
Hockey India has selected a 40-member core group for the Women's National Coaching Camp at SAI in Bengaluru. The camp aims to prepare the team for the Women's Asia Cup 2025, offering a direct path to the 2026 World Cup. Key players and promising newcomers feature prominently in the lineup. Hockey India announced a 40-member core probables list for the Senior Women's National Coaching Camp, set to be held at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) Centre in Bengaluru from July 21 to August 29. The ca ...Read More >
New Delhi: India's men's relay team quartermilers produced some performance in 2023, but since then they have been pulled down by off-field issues. From the high of finishing fifth at the World Championships in Budapest, the 4x400m men's relay team is on the verge of missing the Tokyo Worlds this time. The relay national camp has gone through turbulent times because of disagreements between foreign and Indian coaches, with athletes picking sides, leading to a messy environment. All this came out in the open at the National Inter-State Athletics Championships when Jamaican coach Jason Dawson, ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 31 (ANI): India's squash stars, Anahat Singh and Abhay Singh secured the top awards, the Asian Squash Federation (ASF) Player of the Year honour in men's and women's categories in the ASF Awards 2025 on Tuesday. Anahat, the world number 20th in senior women's singles rankings, secured the ASF Girls' Player of the Year award, known as the 'Hassan Musa award', following some top performances last year, as per Olympics.com. Also Read | Impact Subs in Today's IPL Match for Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans. Anahat, 18, emerged as one of the brightest young Indian stars in ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 27 (ANI): Following the Asian Athletics Championship 2025 success at Gumi, South Korea, Olympian Avinash Sable said that he is now preparing himself for the upcoming World Championship, which will take place later this year in September. Sable spoke to ANI at the newly opened Sports Authority of India (SAI) centre in Bengaluru. Speaking to ANI, Sable said, 'It's been 7-8 months since I took a break after the Olympics. I have focused on what I thought would be good in the Olympics. Right now, I am preparing for the World Championships in September. I have p ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 19 (ANI): Hockey India on Saturday announced a 40-member core probables group for the upcoming Senior Women's National Coaching Camp, scheduled to be held at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) Centre in Bengaluru from July 21 to August 29. The camp holds significant importance as the Indian women's hockey team gears up for the Women's Asia Cup 2025, set to begin on September 5 in Hangzhou, China. The tournament will serve as a direct qualification pathway for the 2026 FIH Women's World Cup, with only the champion earning a guaranteed spot. Also Read | Shp ...Read More >
Chandigarh: Punjab chief ministerBhagwant Mann on Thursday said the government will table a bill in the assembly on Friday to introduce harsher punishment for religious sacrilege. However, the law will not be enacted immediately, as the government plans to hold consultations with stakeholders before finalising the legislation.Mann said the decision was taken in a meeting of the cabinet earlier in the day. After the legislation is tabled, Punjab govt will gather suggestions on the law from stakeholders, including religious organisations and people, he added.Sources said said the new legislation ...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 >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 19 (ANI): Hockey India on Saturday announced a 40-member core probables group for the upcoming Senior Women National Coaching Camp, scheduled to be held at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) Centre in Bengaluru from July 21 to August 29. The camp holds significant importance as the Indian women hockey team gears up for the Women Asia Cup 2025, set to begin on September 5 in Hangzhou, China. The tournament will serve as a direct qualification pathway for the 2026 FIH Women World Cup, with only the champion earning a guaranteed spot. All players from the pr ...Read More >
Gulmarg (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], February 23 (ANI): The journey of the Himachal Pradesh contingent through the first five editions of the Khelo India Winter Games (KIWG) is a story of grit and an unforgiving love affair with snow. Over five editions of the Khelo India Winter Games, held annually since their launch in 2020, Himachal Pradesh has transformed from hopeful contender to medal magnet, challenging more established winter sports powers, according to a release. The Gulmarg leg of the ...Read More >
India will host the 2026 Asian Rifle/Pistol Cup, announced by the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI). The decision was made by the Asian Shooting Confederation's executive committee. NRAI officials expressed excitement over the event, emphasizing India's growing stature in international shooting sports. The competition provides Indian shooters with an opportunity to compete at home against the world’s best. The Indian government and sports authorities continue to support the sport, having previously hosted several major shooting events, including the 8th Asian Air Gun competition in 20 ...Read More >
Saturday, 28 June 2025 () India is set to maintain strong economic growth, surpassing G7 nations. This growth is driven by domestic demand and favorable demographics. India's share in global GDP is increasing. Merchandise trade with G7 countries has grown significantly. India is leading global initiatives in clean energy and digital governance. Strategic cooperation with G7 nations will shape future growth. ...Read More >
Aimed at creating a clear pathway for upcoming boxers into the national camp, the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) will stage the inaugural BFI Cup in Chennai from October 1 to 7. The competition will feature 10 weight categories each for men and women, with gold and silver medallists securing direct entry to the elite national camp. "Indian boxing is undoubtedly on the rise, and the BFI is committed to an athlete-centric approach that is already showing results," said BFI president Ajay Singh ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) The All India Football Federation (AIFF) have announced a reward of USD 50,000 for the Senior Indian Women's National Team (WNT) following their outstanding performance in the AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers held in Thailand. The Blue Tigresses delivered a flawless campaign -- winning all four matches in convincing fashion. India recorded emphatic victories over Mongolia (13-0), Timor-Leste (4-0), and Iraq (5-0), before capping off the group stage with a crucial 2-1 win against higher-ranked hosts Thailand. In recent years, the AIFF, in collaboration with ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Union home minister Amit Shah on Thursday said that Hindi was a "friend to all Indian languages", adding that there should be "no opposition" to any foreign tongues. This comes as several political parties have criticised the Centre over three-language policy, accusing it of Hindi imposition."I sincerely believe that Hindi can't be opposed ('virodhi') to any Indian language. Hindi is a friend ('sakhi') of all Indian languages," Amit Shah said. Shah was addressing the golden jubilee celebrations of the central government's official language department."There is no opposition to any l ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 6 (PTI) Eyewear retailer Lenskart Solutions Ltd, home and furnishings company Wakefit Innovations Ltd and four other companies have secured Sebi's approval to raise funds through initial public offerings (IPOs), an update with the market regulator showed on Monday. Tenneco Clean Air India, Waterways Leisure Tourism, the operator of Cordelia Cruises; Shree Ram Twistex and Lamtuf are among the companies that have received regulatory approval. The six companies, which filed their preliminary IPO papers with Sebi between June and July, obtained their observations between September ...Read More >
The title win will surely be good news for Indian squash as the sport is set to make its Olympic debut at Los Angeles 2028. India scripted history, clinching its maiden Squash World Cup title to become the first Asian country to achieve the feat after overwhelming Hong Kong 3-0 in the summit clash on Sunday. The historic win at the Express Avenue Mall marked an improvement on India's previous best finish of a bronze medal at the 2023 edition. The title win will surely be good news for Indian s ...Read More >
Lucknow: Senior Samajwadi Party leader and former minister Gayatri Prajapati was attacked by a fellow inmate inside Lucknow Jail on Tuesday. The scuffle took place within the jail premises, after which prison authorities launched an internal inquiry. According to a statement issued by Dr Ramdhani, DIG Prisons, Lucknow Range, the incident occurred after Prajapati allegedly used abusive language towards another inmate, Vishwas Rajput. In response, Vishwas attacked Prajapati using a sharp object inside the cell. DIG Prisons clarified that the incident was not premeditated and dismissed any spec ...Read More >
CHENNAI: Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday presented incentive cheques to women players from Tamil Nadu who won medals at the 7th Carrom World Cup held in the Maldives, and congratulated them for their achievements. At a function at the Secretariat, the Chief Minister handed over cheques to Keerthana and Kasima, who were among the medallists at the World Cup held from December 2 to 6. The State government had earlier announced incentives of Rs 1 crore for Keerthana, Rs 50 lakh for Kasima and Rs 40 lakh for Mithra, totalling Rs 1.90 crore. Stalin urged the players to continue their winning s ...Read More >
CHANDIGARH: A portion of the frontal section of Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira's house in Bholath, Kapurthala, was demolished on Monday by the office of the Block Development and Panchayat Officer (BDPO). Khaira, a strong critic of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, condemned the move, calling it the dangerous introduction of "bulldozer (Pila-Panja) politics" in Punjab by Mann under directions from AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal, aimed at silencing criticism and democratic dissent. As the demolition began, Khaira went live on social media, criticising the state government. Anticipating the ...Read More >
CHENNAI: "IT was not a game of squash, it was a psychological war." This was Abhay Singh's candid confession about the gruelling men's doubles final against the Pakistani duo of Noor Zaman and Nasir Iqbal. He was partnering Velavan Senthilkumar and won the match 9-11, 11-5, 11-5. On Thursday (June 26), India made history by winning all three events at the 2nd Asian squash doubles championships in Malaysia. Abhay, who won two of the events (men's doubles and mixed doubles), spoke about the challenges and what the wins mean to India. The men's final against Pakistani pair was a see-saw battle. ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): The All India Football Federation (AIFF) announced a reward of USD 50,000 for the Senior Indian Women's National Team following their outstanding performance in the AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers held in Thailand on Sunday, according to a release from AIFF. The Blue Tigresses delivered a flawless campaign, convincingly winning all four matches. India recorded emphatic victories over Mongolia (13-0), Timor-Leste (4-0), and Iraq (5-0) before clinching the group stage with a crucial 2-1 win against the higher-ranked hosts, Thailand. While the results may have ...Read More >
Bengaluru, July 19 (UNI) Hockey India today announced a 40-member core probables group for the upcoming Senior Women's National Coaching Camp, scheduled to be held at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) Centre here from July 21 to August 29. The camp holds significant importance as the Indian Women's Hockey Team gears up for the Women's Asia Cup 2025, set to begin on September 5 in Hangzhou, China. The tournament will serve as a direct qualification pathway for the 2026 FIH Women's World Cup, with only the champion earning a guaranteed spot. All players from the previous camp have been retai ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi launched a scathing attack on the Gandhi family on Saturday, accusing them of shielding each other in corruption cases and questioning the constitutional propriety of Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi's recent tweet defending his brother-in-law Robert Vadra. Speaking to the media in New Delhi, Trivedi took a sharp dig at LoP Gandhi, saying, "He stood in support of his 'hardworking farmer' brother-in-law Robert Vadra (in a sarcastic tone), after the Enforcement Directorate filed a chargesheet aga ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 31 (ANI): India's squash stars, Anahat Singh and Abhay Singh secured the top awards, the Asian Squash Federation (ASF) Player of the Year honour in men's and women's categories in the ASF Awards 2025 on Tuesday. Anahat, the world number 20th in senior women's singles rankings, secured the ASF Girls' Player of the Year award, known as the 'Hassan Musa award', following some top performances last year, as per Olympics.com. Anahat, 18, emerged as one of the brightest young Indian stars in the sport, with the bronze medal at World Junior Championships in Cairo and was al ...Read More >