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Malaysia Masters: Sindhu, Prannoy to spearhead Indian challenge

In this Badminton World Federation (BWF) Super 500 Tournament, the world number 16 is the top-rated Indian shuttler in the women's category and will compete against the world number 20 from Japan, Natsuki Nidaira in the first round

2025-05-19T18:17:05.244274+00:00 IST

"The world sees the medal....": PV Sindhu on her Olympic career

Sindhu was speaking at FLAME University in Pune, Maharashtra on Sunday.

2025-05-19T14:56:08.869735+00:00 IST

India's Faizan Anwar beats Ghana’s Kpakpo in main event

India's undefeated pro-boxer Faizan Anwar secured a dominant victory over Ghana's Kpakpo Allotey in the 10-round Welterweight international professional boxing clash in the main event of the Super Fighter Series 3 at the Sunburn Union here.

2025-05-19T12:46:19.030171+00:00 IST

Gujarat shines at 7th Khelo India Youth Games 2025

Through a range of schemes and initiatives, young athletes are being inspired to pursue excellence on the global stage. One such significant initiative is Khelo India, which aims to strengthen the sports culture at the grassroots level and establish India's identity in the international sports arena. As part of this initiative, in the recently held Khelo India Youth Games, Gujarat athletes delivered remarkable performances, showcasing the state's sporting excellence by securing 13 medals across different events, as per a Gujarat CMO release.

2025-05-19T12:15:33.961472+00:00 IST

DSF collaborates with UTT as Youth Development Partner

In a bid to foster sports development at the grassroots level, Dream Sports Foundation (DSF), announced an exclusive partnership with Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT). As the Youth Development partner, DSF will launch the inaugural Dream UTT Juniors, a U-15 Table Tennis tournament curated to provide professional league experience to emerging table tennis talent, according to a release from Dream Sports Foundation.

2025-05-19T08:02:53.501632+00:00 IST

Neeraj thanks coach, physio after breaching 90 m mark at Doha

Chopra had an outing to remember, as he became the first Indian to cross the 90 m mark in the sport on Friday. However, after a monstrous throw by Germany's Julian Weber at the Doha Diamond League, he could not secure the top spot on the podium this time.

2025-05-18T19:48:47.132622+00:00 IST

Diksha rises to tied fourth in Dutch Ladies, Hitaashee, Tvesa have chance to make cut

Diksha Dagar, who shot 71 in the first round, was back in action early on the second day and shot 2-under 70 to get into the Top-5 of the Dutch Ladies Open. The second round was still in progress, but Mimi Rhodes of England, who has been having a great season, was on top with 69-69 at 6-under and two ahead of Diksha, who is Tied-fourth.

2025-05-18T12:58:17.005475+00:00 IST

World No. 1 Scheffler three ahead of field; Aaron Rai slips to 36

Scottie Scheffler landed a superb eagle on the Par-4 14th with a great tee shot and holed a three-footer as he went into a three-shot lead with one round to go in the 107th PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club.

2025-05-18T12:26:25.099861+00:00 IST

Suniel Shetty champions Fit India Sundays on cycle

Fit India Sundays on Cycle is a nationwide fitness movement launched in December 2024 by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. The initiative promotes cycling as a sustainable, inclusive, and an eco-friendly form of exercise with numerous health benefits.

2025-05-18T11:54:03.535555+00:00 IST

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya launches annual calendar under

In a significant step to strengthen grassroots sports and athlete development across the country, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS), Government of India, has launched a comprehensive Annual Calendar under the Khelo India initiative.

2025-05-18T11:27:34.758839+00:00 IST

"The vision is a fitter Bharat": Tania Sachdev

The iconic Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium witnessed a vibrant morning of fitness and enthusiasm as the 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' marathon rolled through the capital. The event, part of a nationwide movement launched by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports in December 2024, united by a common goal, a fitter and healthier India. 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' is promoting cycling as a sustainable, inclusive, and eco-friendly mode of exercise. Emphasizing the dual benefits of health and environmental sustainability. Indian chess grandmaster Tania Sachdev was present at the event, who expressed her appreciation for the initiative and the enthusiastic participation.

2025-05-18T04:20:28.264374+00:00 IST

Strong Performance by Anush Agarwalla at CDI 3* Lier

India's premier dressage rider, Anush Agarwalla, who made history by representing India in dressage at the Paris 2024 Olympics, continues to make impressive strides on the international circuit. At the CDI 3* in Lier, Belgium, Anush delivered a strong performance in his first international competition with his new horse, Etro, earning a commendable 67.196%.

2025-05-18T03:15:31.209164+00:00 IST

"We did it brother": Neeraj Chopra's heartfelt message for Weber

India's star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra dropped a heartwarming message for his German competitor Julian Weber, after the duo shattered the record and breached the 90m mark for the first time in their stellar careers.

2025-05-17T17:20:01.215464+00:00 IST

NRAI governing board deliberates on key plans for the SLI

Including governance structure, sports discipline and league formats, players recruitment and categories, agency appointments, the SLI brand and the logo launch, and league awards and prize money allocation for the upcoming tournament

2025-05-17T15:15:41.113220+00:00 IST

Harith Noah Returns to the Rally Raid

The rally marks Round 3 of the FIA FIM World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC) 2025, and Harith's first competitive return to W2RC after an injury-led exit at the Dakar Rally, earlier this January.

2025-05-17T11:14:26.824597+00:00 IST

Delhi Grandmasters Open to take place from June 7

With a record prize pool of Rs1.21 crore, the Delhi International Open Grandmasters chess tournament is all set for its 21st edition from June 7 to 14 at Tivoli Gardens, Chattarpur, New Delhi, as per the Delhi Chess Association press release.

2025-05-17T10:47:00.359354+00:00 IST

Juan Ayuso wins stage 7 of Giro d'Italia

Juan Ayuso's devastating late attack saw the Spaniard swoop to a maiden Giro d'Italia stage win in the race's first summit finish at Tagliacozza. Ayuso led home a UAE Team Emirates-XRG one-two ahead of Mexico's Isaac del Toro and Colombia's Egan Bernal

2025-05-17T10:25:34.125180+00:00 IST

U Mumba retains core team led by Sunil Kumar ahead of PKL auction

Ahead of the much-awaited Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 auctions, U Mumba announced the retention of nine key players and the signing of one NYP, with the team's core now firmly retained and led by defensive stalwart Sunil Kumar, who is set to continue as captain, alongside crowd-favourite raider Rohit Raghav

2025-05-17T09:53:59.446475+00:00 IST

PGA: Rai lies 17th as Bhatia misses; Scheffler, McIlroy make cut

Right on top after two days was Jhonattan Vegas, who is leading a Major for the first time, as the PGA Championship saw a drama-filled second day. Vegas added a 1-under 70. Vegas was 10-under par until he missed a 3-foot putt on 18 and ended with a double bogey for an even-par 70, giving him a two-shot lead.

2025-05-17T09:21:10.602258+00:00 IST

Pushkar Singh Dhami lauds Neeraj Chopra for crossing 90m mark

Neeraj, a two-time Olympic medallist, started strong with a world-leading throw of 88.44m at the Qatar Sports Club. After a foul in his second attempt, he came back with a stunning 90.23m throw on his third try, setting a new national record. His previous best was 89.94m, achieved in Stockholm Diamond League two years ago. Over time, Neeraj has had six throws in the range of 89m but had just missed the 90m milestone until now.

2025-05-17T08:54:10.253009+00:00 IST

Parul Chaudhary sets new national record in 3000m steeplechase

India's Parul Chaudhary began her 2025 athletics season on a high note, setting a new national record in the women's 3000m steeplechase at the Doha Diamond League 2025 in Qatar on Friday, according to Olympics.com.

2025-05-17T08:44:50.319937+00:00 IST