The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT), New Delhi, has flagged a serious gap in existing road accident compensation schemes after observing that the family of a deceased cyclist cannot be left "to struggle with fate" merely because the offending vehicle was uninsured and its driver als
High-visibility events such as the Asian Aquatics Championships 2025 (Ahmedabad), World Para Athletics Championships (New Delhi), Kho Kho World Cup, FIH Pro League, ISSF Junior World Cup, BWF World Junior Championships, and the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) Pune Grand Tour highlight In
The inclusion of the Pune Grand Tour, sponsored by Bajaj, in the UCI calendar comes at a time when Asia is emerging as a key growth market for professional cycling. With increasing investment in infrastructure, talent development, and international competition exposure, India's entry into el
Speaking at the event to welcome cyclists from various countries in Pune, Fadnavis described it as a milestone for Indian sport and a long-term legacy project envisioned decades in advance. He said the Grand Tour showcased Maharashtra's capacity to create international-standard sporting i
India will field its largest contingent of 12 riders for the first time, as Pune hosts the country's first-ever Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) accredited road race. The five-day race, scheduled from January 19 - 23, 2026, carries added weight for the peloton. For the Indian riders, the
The arrival of overseas contingents marks another milestone in the build-up to the Bajaj-sponsored race, scheduled from January 19 to 23, with four stages covering 437 km across the diverse terrain of Pune District.
Sidi Ali Unlock Sports Team from Morocco, who will headline the African pres
Scheduled from January 19 to 23, 2026, the five-stage race, sponsored by Bajaj, will span 437 kilometres, featuring 171 elite riders from 29 teams representing 35 countries across five continents. Organised by the Pune District Administration and supported by the Government of Maharashtra un
Over 1,500 cyclists, representing people from all walks of life, including school students, NaMo Cycling Clubs, students from Puducherry University, and more, turned the scenic Rock Beach in Puducherry into a vibrant festival of fitness, reflecting the growing national importance of the m
The event brought together notable dignitaries at the national capital, led by Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, and Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President Smt. PT Usha unveils the Pride of Pune. They were joined by Shri Pankaj Singh, President, Cycling Feder
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], December 16: Go Dharmic will host Salt Ride 2025, a 440 km cycling challenge from Sabarmati Ashram to Dandi, inspired by Mahatma Gandhi's 1930 Salt March. This seven-day journey brings together cyclists, environmental supporters, and humanitarian advocates in a p
The Manipur-born cyclist representing Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) at the Khelo India University Games Rajasthan 2025 was a late convert to cycling after trying her hand at Sepak Takraw as a junior, but was overlooked for further selection
The fifth edition of KIUG 2025 is being held across seven cities in Rajasthan. A whopping 4448 athletes from 222 Universities are competing in 23 medal disciplines. The Games are being held under the aegis of the Sports Authority of India in collaboration with the Rajasthan State Sports Coun