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India clinch bronze at BNP Paribas Wheelchair Team Cup Qualifiers

The Indian men's team clinched their maiden bronze medal by registering a 3-0 victory over Chinese Taipei at the BNP Paribas Wheelchair World Team Cup Asia Qualification Event 2026 held in Colombo from March 2 to March 6.

2026-03-07T12:16:20.328525+00:00 IST

From India to Italy, women lead global movement to spread Olympic

At present, 120 anganwadis involved in the programme are run entirely by women, who have together conducted more than 1,200 OVEP sessions. The initiative has strengthened the role of anganwadi workers as educators and community leaders by equipping them with tools to teach values such as fairness, teamwork and respect through sport-based activities.

2026-03-07T10:18:53.931819+00:00 IST

Delhi: Paralympic medallist Preethi Pal attends Women’s Day event

The 25-year-old sprinter, who has brought laurels to the country through her achievements in para-athletics, was honoured for her accomplishments, including winning a bronze medal at the Paralympics and being a recipient of the prestigious Arjuna Award.

2026-03-07T05:13:40.775929+00:00 IST

All England Open: Lakshya Sen upsets sixth seed Li Shi Feng

The 24-year-old Sen, the only Indian left in the fray, had begun his campaign with an upset win over top seed and defending champion Shi Yu Qi and then accounted for the experienced NG Ka Long Angus of Hong Kong in the second round.

2026-03-07T04:09:55.635934+00:00 IST

ISL: Mohammedan Sporting hope to open win tally against Bengaluru

The match is scheduled to kick off at 17:00 IST. The second match of the day will see Kerala Blasters FC host Chennaiyin FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi, with the kick-off slated for 19:30 IST on Saturday, as per a press release from ISL.

2026-03-06T15:55:23.541154+00:00 IST

Fit India Carnival to return for grand 2nd edition in New Delhi

Set to be organised for three days - March 8, 9 and 10 - the 2nd edition of the carnival will be inaugurated on Sunday, after completion of the 64th edition of the Fit India Sundays on Cycle at the Major Dhyanchand Stadium, which will also mark the celebration of International Women's Day. This edition will put a special focus on women athletes, influencers and fitness champions, as per a press release from the Sports Authority of India (SAI).

2026-03-06T13:51:36.888283+00:00 IST

Rajasthan Regals complete dominating finals win

Rajasthan Regals wrote a fantastic new chapter in the history of Indian professional golf, winning the inaugural PGTI's 72 The League, with a commanding 12-3 win over table-toppers UP Prometheans on Friday at Qutab Golf Course.

2026-03-06T13:30:41.786827+00:00 IST

Bhavesh takes lead after Stage 1 in 25m Rapid Fire Pistol

Olympian Anish Bhanwala shot 291-11x (97,98,96) to take second place, while Rajkanwar Singh Sandhu also shot 291 (96,98,97) to be placed in third, as per a press release from the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI).

2026-03-06T12:38:11.596511+00:00 IST

Indian watch brand ‘Rotoris’ appears on Formula 1 grid

Formula 1 Reserve Driver Kush Maini was seen in the paddock wearing the Rotoris Astonia Sports Chronograph in Phantom Black.

2026-03-06T08:14:39.025770+00:00 IST

Naveen Jindal helps Jindal Panther beat Carysil 8-6

Jindal Panther delivered a composed and clinical performance and secured an 8-6 victory over Carysil in Sunjay Kapur Memorial Cup match on Thursday. Maintaining control through crucial moments of the contest, Jindal Panther capitalised on their attacking opportunities to stay ahead and close out the match.

2026-03-06T07:46:08.376355+00:00 IST

Khelo India Tribal Games to be held in three Chhattisgarh cities

The inaugural edition of the Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) will be held between March 26 and April 6 in three cities in Chhattisgarh - Raipur, Jagdalpur and Sarguja. This was announced by Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, on Thursday, as per a release.

2026-03-06T07:24:04.324763+00:00 IST

Rajesh Kumar Gautam wins PGTI NexGen Phillaur Open 2026

Rajesh's second win on the NexGen saw him bag the winning cheque worth Rs 3,17,875 that moved him into third position in the 2026 PGTI NexGen Order of Merit. Aditya Raj Singh Chahal, who finished joint runner-up alongside Pankaj Maandiya in Phillaur, now leads the NexGen Order of Merit with season's earnings of Rs 4,87,000.

2026-03-05T15:29:14.752176+00:00 IST

ISL: East Bengal, FC Goa play out a goalless draw

The Gaurs are provisionally third in the table with eight points from four matches, while The Red and Gold Brigade are a place below with seven points from four matches. Miguel Ferreira was adjudged the Player of the match, as per an ISL press release.

2026-03-05T15:21:55.680504+00:00 IST

Mandaviya unveils logo of “Cycling League of India”

The Minister added that the initiative builds on the momentum created by recent professional cycling events in the country and will inspire young Indians to take up the sport.

2026-03-05T14:00:36.002049+00:00 IST

All England Open 2026: Lakshya Sen reaches quarterfinals

The 24-year-old Indian, who has upset top seed and defending champion Shi Yu Qi in the opening round, prevailed over NG 21-19, 21-23, 21-10 in an hour and 21 minutes, as per a press release from the Badminton Association of India (BAI).

2026-03-05T13:35:46.315164+00:00 IST

Indian Rifle and Pistol shooters set for National Selection Trial

Almost all of India's top guns will be competing in 10 events, which include all eight Olympic events plus the rifle prone competitions for men and women, according to a release.

2026-03-05T12:12:44.854938+00:00 IST

Indian youth team departs for World Boxing Futures Cup

India's promising young boxing talents are set to compete on the international stage as the Indian Youth boxing team departs tomorrow for the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026, scheduled to be held in Bangkok, Thailand, from March 8 to March 15.

2026-03-05T10:40:28.727286+00:00 IST

Aspect Sports, Pinkathon reunite for Intl Women’s Day Run

Aspect Sports continues its association with Pinkathon, the largest women's running event in the country, as the official Sports Partner for the 8th Edition of Pinkathon Delhi, scheduled to be held on March 8th, 2026, to coincide with Women's Day Celebrations.

2026-03-05T06:24:51.582501+00:00 IST

All England Open 2026: Satwik-Chirag face first round exit

The Indian duo lost to the unseeded, Malaysian duo of Aaron Tai and Kang Khai Xing in straight games, as per ESPN.

2026-03-04T17:35:23.308553+00:00 IST

VVS Laxman offers prayers at Tirumala Venkateswara Temple

Former Indian cricketer VVS Laxman visited the sacred Tirumala Venkateswara Temple and offered special prayers to Lord Venkateswara on Wednesday.

2026-03-04T13:32:24.471909+00:00 IST

Sindhu recalls getting stranded in Dubai amid West Asia conflict

Sindhu, who was supposed to feature in the All England Open competition in Birmingham starting from Tuesday, was stuck in Dubai following a crisis which started due to a sharp escalation in West Asia after Israel and the United States launched coordinated strikes on Iranian military and nuclear-linked sites. The operation triggered retaliatory threats and airspace closures in several countries, including Iran and Iraq, disrupting major international air corridors.

2026-03-03T19:50:01.254710+00:00 IST