Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Naveen Jindal described shooting as one of India's fastest-growing sports, saying it aligns naturally with the country's cultural strengths of focus, meditation, and concentration in Ahmedabad on Saturday.

2026-01-03T14:43:45.302090+00:00 IST

Others

AFI announce qualification standards in January

Intending to improve the overall medal tally in track and field at the Asian Games in Japan, the AFI (Athletics Federation of India) announced the qualification mark on Saturday.

2026-01-03T14:37:03.545327+00:00 IST

Football

ISL dates to be announced next week; AIFF confirms

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Saturday said that the dates for the Indian Super League (ISL) will be announced next week, following a meeting of its Emergency Committee.

2026-01-03T14:33:29.087054+00:00 IST

Others

Country’s top boxers all set to punch to glory

World champion Meenakshi, two-time former world champion Nikhat Zareen, and multiple medallists of the World Boxing Cup will be vying for top honours at the Elite Men and Women National Boxing Championships to be played at Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida, from January 4-10, 2026.

2026-01-03T14:28:50.415937+00:00 IST

Tennis

Strong Indian presence as main draw announced for Bengaluru Open

The stage is set for an exciting week of world-class tennis at the 10th edition of the Bengaluru Open, following the main draw ceremony held today at the S.M. Krishna Tennis Stadium. The ATP Challenger 125 tournament will get underway on Monday, January 5.

2026-01-03T14:09:01.704476+00:00 IST

Hockey

SG Pipers come from behind to beat JSW Soorma Hockey Club 3-1

SG Pipers produced a composed and authoritative performance to defeat JSW Soorma Hockey Club 3-1 in their Women's Hockey India League (HIL) encounter at Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astro Turf Hockey Stadium here, combining sustained attacking pressure with resolute defending to extend their stay at the top of the points table

2026-01-03T13:54:08.233153+00:00 IST

Cricket

Namibia announces squad for ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026

Namibia have named a 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, with all-rounder Gerhard Erasmus to lead the side in the tournament.

2026-01-03T13:25:51.819813+00:00 IST

Others

Thapa, Thakor lead Indian challenge at TMM

The 21st edition of the Tata Mumbai Marathon (TMM), a World Athletics Gold Label Race, will witness a dynamic mix of seasoned champions and emerging talent, showcasing the depth and strength of Indian distance running from across the nation.

2026-01-03T13:07:04.009045+00:00 IST

Hockey

"Calm, clear and ready to take on the champions": Harmanpreet

There's no easing into the season for Soorma Hockey Club. Their Hockey India League campaign begins on Sunday against the defending champions, Rarh Bengal Tigers; a challenge the group has prepared for with clarity and intent

2026-01-03T13:05:52.700698+00:00 IST

Cricket

VHT:Hardik,Axar's maiden List A tons highlights

Several standout individual performances marked Saturday's Vijay Hazare Trophy action as teams across the country produced high-scoring encounters, dramatic finishes and commanding wins.

2026-01-03T13:05:19.021737+00:00 IST

Cricket

Bailey speaks on Maxwell as potential reserve wk for T20 CWC

Australia have named Josh Inglis as the sole wicketkeeper in their World Cup squad, with them loading up the side with spin-bowling options and all-rounders.

2026-01-03T12:25:25.304338+00:00 IST

Cricket

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Hardik, Axar, Padikkal score tons

Axar Patel's century for Gujarat, Arshdeep Singh's match-winning five-wicket haul for Punjab, Harshit Rana's four-wicket haul for Delhi, another century off Devdutt Padikkal's bat were among the highlights of the Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) Elite 2025-26 matches on Saturday. Hardik Pandya also scored a ton for Baroda.

2026-01-03T12:18:51.605851+00:00 IST

Cricket

"No fault of Shah Rukh Khan...": Madan Lal on Mustafizur release

Former India cricketer Madan Lal has opened up on the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)'s decision to ask Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to release Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman, and backed actor and KKR co-owner Shah Rukh Khan, as he had "no fault" regarding team selection.

2026-01-03T12:08:08.400379+00:00 IST

Cricket

India names 15-member squad for ODI series against Kiwi's

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Saturday announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand starting January 11, with Shubman Gill to lead the side.

2026-01-03T11:53:32.514803+00:00 IST