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Namhail Nangmo records fastest goal in Ice Hockey League history

Namhail Nangmo created history on Monday by scoring the fastest goal ever recorded in the Ice Hockey League. Day 3 of Season 2 saw Maryul Spamo begin their campaign with a dominant 4-0 victory over Shakar Chiktan Queens. In the Men's category, Humas Warriors set the tone earlier in the day, securing a commanding 6-1 win in the opening match. The defending champions, Kang Sings and Changthan Shans, continued their strong performances, triumphing 4-1 and 6-2, respectively. The third day of the league delivered intense action and high-energy performances, with goals flowing throughout the matches, leaving fans exhilarated. The Ice Hockey League Season 2, is being organized in partnership with the UT Administration of Ladakh and Ice Hockey Association of Ladakh at the Nawang Dorjay Stobdan (NDS) Stadium, Leh.

2025-01-06T17:32:40.537173+00:00 IST

Jupiter Marathon Thane’25: One step to come together for health

The 4th edition of the Jupiter Marathon Thane'25 concluded successfully today, bringing together 5,000 registered participants and over 9,000 attendees in a powerful demonstration of unity, fitness, and advocacy for organ donation.

2025-01-06T16:06:17.980068+00:00 IST

Para shooter Avani Lekhara says she learnt from setbacks

At the age of 10, Avani was paralyzed waist below after a car accident. Not letting the challenges hold her back, she took up the sport of shooting in 2015 and since then, went on to win multiple national and international-level tournaments. In 2020, Avani also created history by becoming the first Indian woman to win a Paralympic Gold medal in Tokyo.

2025-01-06T14:46:33.591168+00:00 IST

Shooting Nat'ls: Varun Tomar's double highlights air pistol day

Varun Tomar nailed a double winning both the senior and junior men's 10m air pistol titles at the 67th National Shooting Championship Competitions for Pistol events, being played here at the Dr Karni Singh Shooting range in the national capital

2025-01-06T10:09:18.775208+00:00 IST

International women’s wrestling camp to be held in IIS

A total of 30 wrestlers and eight coaches are expected to attend, with more expected to confirm their participation. Renowned wrestlers like Medina Kuanyshbek (Mongolia), Aruuke Kadyrbek Kyzy (Kyrgyzstan) and Lisette Boettker (Estonia), among others will feature in the camp

2025-01-06T09:35:05.407891+00:00 IST

YKS: Sonipat, Kurukshetra hold off to first tie of Division 1

The 11th Yuva Kabaddi Series - Division 1 at the Karpagam Academy of Higher Education in Coimbatore delivered another exciting day of kabaddi action. A nail-biting tie and dominant wins kept fans on the edge of their seats

2025-01-06T09:04:29.756245+00:00 IST

Srinu, Thakor to defend Indian elite crowns in Mumbai Marathon

Srinu Bugatha and Thakor Nirmaben Bharatjee, the defending men's and women's champions respectively, will headline a star-studded Indian Elite field for the landmark 20th edition of the Mumbai Marathon 2025 to be held on Sunday, January 19

2025-01-06T08:37:01.318188+00:00 IST

CM Patel appoints two visually impaired athletes in Gujarat govt

The two athletes are Darpan Satish Inani, a gold medalist in men's chess at the 4th Asian Para Games, and Himanshi Bhaveshbhai Rathi, a bronze medalist in women's chess at the same event. Darpan Inani will be appointed as Assistant Director Class-1 in the Sports Authority of Gujarat, Gandhinagar, while Himanshi Rathi will be appointed as Taluka Development Officer Class-2. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel's initiative to appoint talented athletes with outstanding achievements in world-class sports to state government positions will motivate more players to pursue excellence.

2025-01-05T17:47:24.233902+00:00 IST

Bhupendra Patel inaugurates National Basketball Championship

As part of this vision, Gujarat is set to organize five world-class sporting events in 2025, 2026, and 2029 under the guidance of the Prime Minister.

2025-01-05T17:34:24.057451+00:00 IST

Mandaviya leads 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' in Porbandar

Mandaviya led the initiative in Upleta, his constituency in Porbandar. Over 150 cyclists joined him, riding a 5 km stretch from the Municipal Arts & Commerce College to the Taluka School Cricket Ground.

2025-01-05T16:20:15.316405+00:00 IST

IHL season 2 begins with spectacular opening ceremony in Ladakh

The Ice Hockey League - Season 2 officially kicked off at the Nawang Dorjay Stobdan (NDS) Stadium, with Chief Guest, Vikram Singh Malik, Secretary of Sports, UT Administration of Ladakh, dropping the puck for defending champions Kang Sing take on Shakar Chiktan Royals compete in the showcase match.

2025-01-05T16:07:33.559606+00:00 IST

Lovlina Borgohain speaks on her preparations for Olympics 2028

Lovlina Borgohain is eyeing a third straight summer Olympics but will take one-step at a time from here on. Lovlina, who won a bronze at the Tokyo Olympics but returned empty-handed from Paris 2024, said Los Angeles 2028 was very much in her plans.

2025-01-05T14:34:14.509575+00:00 IST

Changla Blasters, Sham Wolves win on opening day of IHL season 2

The Ice Hockey League returns to Ladakh for its second season from January 4 to January 13 at the Nawang Dorjay Stobdan (NDS) Stadium, Leh. This year's league aims to build on the momentum of its inaugural edition, which saw a total of 6000 spectators, once again bringing together local talent from across the region.

2025-01-05T12:48:30.010615+00:00 IST

Delhi Government felicitates Chess Olympiad gold medalist Tania

The event highlighted Sachdev's achievements and her contribution to inspiring young talent in Delhi.

2025-01-04T15:52:57.825461+00:00 IST

CM Nayab congratulates Haryana stars selected for sports honours

Double Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker, World Chess Champion Gukesh Dommaraju, Indian men's hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh and Para Athlete Praveen Kumar were awarded the prestigious Khel Ratna.

2025-01-03T17:29:16.293051+00:00 IST

Bengaluru Jawans joins World Pickleball League

Co-founded by former Indian Tennis players Gaurav Natekar and Arati Ponnappa Natekar, the World Pickleball League kicks off on January 24 and will feature 48 players from India and across the world playing for six franchises.

2025-01-03T15:47:24.419335+00:00 IST

PM Modi meets Koneru Humpy after World Rapid title success

Koneru called the meeting with PM Modi an "incredible honor" and "once-in-a-lifetime privilege" that filled her with inspiration and encouragement.

2025-01-03T15:35:00.596800+00:00 IST

YKS: One-sided contests mark opening day of Division 1 matches

The Division 1 of the 11th Yuva Kabaddi Series kicked off in style at the Karpagam Academy of Higher Education in Coimbatore, with all four opening-day games turning into one-sided affairs on Friday

2025-01-03T15:31:26.940508+00:00 IST

LIV Golf announces star-studded lineup for Int'l Series in India

As part of the Asian Tour's International Series, the tournament features a 2 million USD prize purse and promises to be a milestone event for Indian golf, with a lineup of global icons and rising stars

2025-01-03T15:16:32.394146+00:00 IST

Jarmanpreet, Sanjay express happiness at getting Arjuna Award

Indian men's hockey players Jarmanpreet Singh, Sanjay, Abhishek, Sukhjeet Singh and women's hockey team captain Salima Tete have been awarded Arjuna Awards for outstanding performance in Sports and Games 2024.

2025-01-03T13:56:36.208116+00:00 IST

Second edition of Ice Hockey League to begin in Ladakh

The Ice Hockey League returns to Ladakh for its second season, scheduled to take place from January 4 to January 13 at the Nawang Dorjay Stobdan Stadium, Leh

2025-01-03T13:54:49.346859+00:00 IST