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IOC grants provisional recognition to World Boxing

The Executive Board (EB) of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) provisionally recognised World Boxing (WB) as the International Federation (IF) within the Olympic Movement governing the sport of boxing at world level, during a remote meeting held on Wednesday, as per Olympics.com.

2025-02-26T17:43:33.802788+00:00 IST

Para athletes laud Maharashtra government's proactive approach

Sukant Kadam, Para-Badminton Player, expressed his gratitude towards the government for providing equal opportunities and support to para-athletes, empowering them to chase their dreams without any barriers, as per Sukant Kadam.

2025-02-26T17:16:48.284409+00:00 IST

The Great Khali opens up on attending Mahakumbh 2025

Speaking to ANI, Dalip said, "I liked it very much, and the experience I had of going to Mahakumbh was very peaceful. And I feel very light. I have two more days left, and I would like to tell everyone who has not done so yet that you must go and take a bath. You will feel light. So I liked it when I went for the first time and had a darshan of very good saints, took a bath, and brought Gangajal from there. It is kept at home."

2025-02-25T18:06:38.703592+00:00 IST

'Army service sparked my kabaddi potential,' reveals Devank Dalal

Backing up these credentials, he was also recently crowned the 'Best Player' in the 71st Senior National Men's Kabaddi Championship. Devank led the Services team to victory in the championship finals held at Cuttack's Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium, where they overcame Railways in a nail-biting contest.

2025-02-25T15:39:00.795163+00:00 IST

Gopichand pitches for safety net for players who exit sports 

He said a very small percentage of sportspersons achieve celebrity status, and there is a need for opportunities such as skilling for those who make an exit.

2025-02-25T13:20:19.068121+00:00 IST

Gopichand underscores importance of blocking 'outside noise'

Former India shuttler Pullela Gopichand highlighted the importance of blocking the outside noise and having self-belief, a mantra he followed during his playing days.

2025-02-25T11:42:38.864316+00:00 IST

Gopichand reveals reasons for Southeast Asia's badminton success

Pullela spoke to ANI in an exclusive interview. A Commonwealth Games and Asian Championships medalist and winner of the prestigious All England Open, he is one of the most decorated Indian shuttlers ever. As a coach, he is also a Dronacharya awardee for contributing to rise of star players like PV Sindhu, Saina Nehwal, Parupalli Kashyap, Kidambi Srikanth among others.

2025-02-25T11:41:06.135489+00:00 IST

Gopichand: From accidental shuttler to India’s badminton mentor

Pullela Gopichand, India's chief badminton coach and a former All England champion, has played a pivotal role in shaping the country's badminton landscape. In a conversation with ANI, he reflected on his journey from a young aspiring player to a mentor guiding India's top shuttlers. Gopichand's entry into badminton was purely coincidental. In 1985, as a child growing up in Hyderabad, he was initially drawn to cricket, inspired by India's historic 1983 World Cup triumph. However, a series of broken windowpanes led his mother to explore structured training for him.

2025-02-25T11:38:08.981705+00:00 IST

"Concerned about the safety net for athletes," Pullela Gopichand

India's chief badminton coach Pullela Gopichand revealed that the people and parents have interpreted his statement about children's participation in sports in the wrong way.

2025-02-25T11:36:28.259201+00:00 IST

Pullela Gopichand unveils winning traits that set Nehwal, Sindhu

Pullela Gopichand, India's chief badminton coach, opened up about what makes Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu stand out in the world of sports. In a conversation with ANI, he reflected on their relentless drive, work ethic, and the impact they've had on Indian badminton.

2025-02-25T11:34:05.239120+00:00 IST

36th edition of Poonawalla Breeders’ Multi-Million race concludes

Known as the 'Juvenile Derby,' this Grade 1 race consistently sets the benchmark for excellence, bringing together the finest young thoroughbreds, elite trainers, and a discerning audience passionate about the sport, as per a press release from PBMM.

2025-02-25T11:01:22.309775+00:00 IST

Pullela Gopichand’s hard-hitting take on sports in India

Pullela Gopichand, India's chief badminton coach, has sparked a debate with his candid remarks on the harsh realities of Indian sports. In an exclusive interview with ANI, he shared his deep concerns about the future of athletes in the country, questioning the lack of financial security and long-term vision in sports administration. He ran into controversy last week when in an interview he advised children in India not to pursue a career in sports and only if their family is financially well off should they do so.

2025-02-25T04:42:42.114949+00:00 IST

IOA forms ad hoc committee to oversee boxing affairs

After the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) announced its decision to establish an ad hoc committee to oversee the boxing affairs in the country due to ongoing "administrative instability" in the federation, the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) strongly condemned the IOA's decision and called it "illegal."

2025-02-24T20:11:55.388565+00:00 IST

German Open: Kidambi, Anmol part of Indian contingent

Ranked world number 45, Srikanth will face world number 37 Priyanshu Rajawat in the first round.

2025-02-24T17:04:37.466443+00:00 IST

Services clinch 71st Senior National Men's Kabaddi Championship

Services emerged victorious in a nail-biting finale against Railways to claim the 71st Senior National Men's Kabaddi Championship at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Cuttack on Sunday. The team with immense star-power prevailed 30-30 (6-4) in a tie-breaker, showcasing remarkable composure when it mattered most as the clash could have gone either way, as per a PKL press release.

2025-02-24T10:24:30.285905+00:00 IST

Senior National Kabaddi C'ships: Maharashtra, Haryana secure wins

The knockout stages of the 71st Senior National Kabaddi Championships kicked off with four compelling Round of 16 clashes at Cuttack's Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium, setting up two quarter-final encounters.

2025-02-23T18:16:24.904580+00:00 IST

‘Swinging Sher’ leapfrog to lead in Qutab Golf League

Team 'Swinging Shers' leapfrogged into the lead with a total of 631 Stableford Points after Day 2 of the Inaugural Qutab Golf League at the par-71, Qutab Golf Course here today.

2025-02-23T16:30:42.421684+00:00 IST

FIH Pro League: India men's team aims to extend winning streak

The Indian men's hockey team will look to maintain its winning streak when it takes on England in its next set of matches in the FIH Pro League 2024-25. Craig Fulton's men have been in stirring form and are currently on a three-match winning run.

2025-02-23T15:14:58.337307+00:00 IST

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi lauds 'Khelo India' campaign

During the 119th Episode of Mann Ki Baat on Sunday, the Prime Minister also appreciated the rise in young athletes, and said that India is rapidly moving towards becoming a "global sporting powerhouse."

2025-02-23T10:28:44.441744+00:00 IST

PM Modi puts light on obesity in 119th episode of Mann Ki Baat

During the 119th Episode of Mann Ki Baat on Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with India's javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra and boxer Nikhat Zareen, put light on the disadvantages of obesity.

2025-02-23T10:19:20.094215+00:00 IST

Sports Minister Mandaviya leads Fit India Sundays on Cycle

Honourable Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Manuskh Mandaviya led the Fit India Sundays on Cycle campaign in the National Capital today even as he was joined by members of cycling clubs, Olympic rower Arjun Lal Jat and the special guests of this week - representatives of industry bodies, FICCI and CII as well as members from fitness brand Decathlon, Yoga Bharat and My Bharat. In its ninth week, the Fit India Sundays on Cycle has emerged as a nationwide fitness event with cyclists in over 1200 locations participating this week alone.

2025-02-23T10:06:16.114548+00:00 IST