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India's World Boxing Cup Kazakhstan heroes speak on medal wins

India finished the World Boxing Cup 2025, Kazakhstan with 11 medals, including three gold, five silver and three bronze.

2025-07-24T14:15:42.925674+00:00 IST

Unnati Hooda edges compatriot PV Sindhu in China Open 2025

In a high-octane all-Indian clash, 17-year-old Unnati Hooda delivered a sensational performance to overcome two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu and book her place in the Women's Singles quarterfinals at the China Open 2025 on Thursday, according to a release from BAI.

2025-07-24T13:53:29.347642+00:00 IST

It will give you little relaxation: Chaubey on Sports Bill 2025

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) President, Kalyan Chaubey, expressed his views on the introduction of the National Sports Governance Bill 2025, where he said that this bill will give relaxation to the athletes in terms of age.

2025-07-24T12:35:48.739067+00:00 IST

Tour de France: Jonathan Milan secures Stage 17 win, pips Jordi

On Wednesday, with Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates) closing in on Milan in the race for the green jersey, Milan's team was determined to ensure the stage would finish in a bunch sprint and maximise the Italian's points haul.

2025-07-24T09:28:15.080118+00:00 IST

Mumbai's Zahaan secures top 10 finish in U17 O'pen Skiff C'ships

The championship was organised by the International O'pen Skiff Association, a recognised youth class under World Sailing, the global governing body for the sport.

2025-07-24T07:55:03.688135+00:00 IST

China Open: Satwiksairaj-Chirag ease into pre-quarters

The world number 12 duo registered a win over Indonesian pair of Leo Rolly Carnando and Bagas Maulana by 21-19, 21-19 across both games.

2025-07-24T06:18:19.987732+00:00 IST

Badminton Asia Junior C'ships: India kickstart singles competition on a high

In women's singles, Vennala Kalagotla impressed with two back-to-back wins -- a swift 21-6, 21-10 win over Alissa Kuleshova in just 15 minutes, followed by a 21-18, 21-16 result against Indonesia's Auberta Zerlina to enter the round-of-32. Second seed Tanvi Sharma eased past UAE's Vaidehi Kalidasan 21-6, 21-6, while Tanvi Reddy Andluri defeated Cheok Ian Ung 21-9, 21-10.

2025-07-24T03:38:30.504755+00:00 IST

Anti-Doping Amendment Bill introduced in Lok Sabha

A bill to enhance institutional and operational independence of the National Anti-Doping Appeal Panel and the National Anti-Doping Agency was introduced in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday.

2025-07-23T20:43:30.905907+00:00 IST

Divya Deshmukh storms into FIDE Women's World Cup Final

India's rising chess star, IM Divya Deshmukh, continued her sensational run at the 2025 FIDE Women's World Cup, defeating China's GM Tan Zhongyi in their second game to seal her place in the final.

2025-07-23T19:14:45.145656+00:00 IST

Sharath Kamal welcomes National Sports Governance Bill, calls it 'much-awaited' step towards transparency and athlete welfare

Speaking to ANI about the bill, Sharath said, "I think this bill has been much-awaited, not just by the players, but also by the multiple stakeholders that are involved in Indian sport. The bill will give more opportunities to be athlete-centric, to have a clear channel for the athletes, to voice out their opinions and requests."

2025-07-23T17:28:10.581263+00:00 IST

Chennai Grand Masters returns featuring top Indian chess players

Organised by MGD1, the tournament will be split into two categories: Masters and Challengers. The Masters field boasts global stars and Olympiad champions, including Anish Giri, Arjun Erigaisi, Vidit Gujrathi, Nihal Sarin, Jorden Van Foreest, Liang Awonder, Vincent Keymer, Ray Robson, Vladimir Fedoseev, and Pranav V, who steps up after winning the Challengers in 2024, as per a press release from Chennai Grand Masters.

2025-07-23T12:56:07.272123+00:00 IST

Unnati Hooda advances into round of 16 of China Open

Unnati Hooda delivered a commanding performance to outplay experienced Scottish shuttler Kirsty Gilmour 21-11, 21-16 in just 36 minutes at the China Open 2025, as per Badminton Association of India (BAI).

2025-07-23T11:27:10.298913+00:00 IST

Kostelecky speaks on excitement for Shooting League of India

Kostelecky explained that his love for team events is the primary reason for his excitement about the league.

2025-07-23T09:59:22.893513+00:00 IST

NCSSR holds first institutional committee meeting

This landmark session, held on July 18, marks a significant milestone in formalising ethical practices for scientific research involving human participants in the field of sports and allied sciences, as per a press release from SAI Media.

2025-07-23T09:21:19.663782+00:00 IST

Satwik-Chirag cruise to next round, Sindhu avoids early scare

India's top-ranked shuttler duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty cruised into the Round of 16 with consummate ease, while PV Sindhu brushed off an early scare to book her berth in the next round at the ongoing China Open 2025 on Wednesday.

2025-07-23T08:06:59.409617+00:00 IST

Tour de France: Valentin Paret-Peintre wins Mont Ventoux thriller

Jonas Vingegaard (Visma-Lease a Bike) put in no fewer than three huge attacks on the Giant of Provence - benefiting from Visma satellite riders Teisj Benoot and Victor Campenaerts to put his big rival Pogacar under pressure, as per a press release.

2025-07-23T07:51:28.701262+00:00 IST

Registration open for National Esports Championship 2025

Recognised as one of the world's most prestigious student esports competitions, OXY-2025 will bring together student teams from nearly 50 countries across five continents to compete on an international stage, as per a press release from ESFI.

2025-07-23T07:25:41.341788+00:00 IST

Mansukh Mandaviya introduces National Sports Governance Bill 2025

The National Sports Governance Bill, 2025, was introduced in Parliament on Wednesday, aiming to provide for the development and promotion of sports, as well as welfare measures for sportspersons. As uproar continued with several MPs shouting, Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya introduced the National Sports Governance Bill in Lok Sabha.

2025-07-23T07:05:28.832661+00:00 IST

Grassroots development begins at home: PR Sreejesh

Double Olympic medallist and Indian hockey legend PR Sreejesh, at the 20th Delhi Half Marathon Registration Launch event, urged parents to encourage their players to "run, play and to dream"

2025-07-22T18:25:21.195016+00:00 IST

Women's Chess WC: Divya, Humpy start semifinal clashes with draws

The results from the first game were shared on the official X handle of FIDE. Humpy's first game with China's Lei Tingjie ended in a draw at 0.5-0.5 each, and so did the other semifinal first game between China's Tan Zhongyi and Divya with a similar scoreline.

2025-07-22T17:06:40.031195+00:00 IST

Delhi Govt announces up to Rs 7 crore rewards, jobs for medal-win

Delhi Minister Ashish Sood outlined the initiative on Tuesday, stating that Olympic gold and silver medallists from Delhi will be offered Group A government jobs, while bronze medallists will be given Group B posts. All Paralympic medal winners will receive Group B jobs.

2025-07-22T13:41:26.223447+00:00 IST