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Indian Table Tennis players head to Korea, Japan as MOC approves foreign t
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports' (MYAS) Mission Olympic Cell (MOC), during the weekly meeting, approved paddlers Diya Chitale and Swastika Ghosh's proposals for advanced-level training in South Korea and Japan respectively
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"Play wholeheartedly, play fearlessly, even if you lose, don't fret": PM M
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
PM Narendra Modi noted the mascot of the Khelo India University Games, i.e. Ashtalakshmi in the shape of a butterfly. PM who often calls the Northeast states Ashtalakshi said "making a butterfly the mascot in these games also symbolizes how the aspirations of the North East are getting new w
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"You can make your future here": Aspiring kabaddi star Happy Ganghas on Kh
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
Commencing with Kabaddi matches in Guwahati, Happy Ganghas, the right raider from Choudhary Bansi Lal University in Bhiwani, shared his thoughts on the importance of the Khelo India University Games, his passion for kabaddi, his inspirations and future aspirations
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Shivangi confident of hearing "good things" from participants as Assam rea
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
Swimmer Shivangi Sharma, who sizzled in the pool four years ago when Assam hosted the third edition of the Khelo India Youth Games, winning five medals, expressed her confidence in the state's preparedness for the KIUG as she awaits to hear "nice things" about her state
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Assam's international standard venues to spice up Khelo India Varsity Game
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
The successful conduct of the Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) in 2020 was a stepping stone for the state to be rewarded a grander spectacle like the Khelo India University Games (KIUG) where more than 3,500 top athletes from across 200 universities will battle for the top honours over the nex
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Khelo India has brought in fierce competitive spirit among young athletes:
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
Ankushita, who pocketed the gold medal when Assam last hosted the Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) in 2020, rated her performance as a career-changing one, especially after experiencing a dip in performance following her 2017 youth world crown.
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Lifter Popy Hazarika hopes KIUG 2023 will boost state's sporting culture
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
Popy Hazarika, a multiple medallist at the National Games, and the Commonwealth championships, believes the prestigious event, hosted in Assam for the first time, will boost the sporting culture in the state
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Never got mentally down when people made fun of my weight: Neeraj Chopra i
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
Neeraj Chopra, the man behind the javelin revolution in India, is known for his humbleness despite becoming an athletics icon. The Golden Boy has spoken about his life journey in the second episode of the 'Fit India Champions' podcast released on Saturday
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NDS ice hockey rink: Ladakh's pride seeks more glory after KIWG debut
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
Popularly known as the NDS ice hockey rink, it stands as a testament to Ladakh's dedication to sporting infrastructure. With a seating capacity of 3000, it offers spectators a front-row seat to the exhilarating clashes of ice hockey talent. Spanning an impressive 60 meters by 30 meters, the
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MOC clears proposals of 3 Judokas, shooter Elavenil Valarivan for training
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports' Mission Olympic Cell in their recent meeting approved Judokas Himanshi Tokas, Shraddha Chopade and Asmita Dey's proposals to participate in multiple competitions
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Story of Skarma Rinchen: How ice hockey changed this Ladakhi village girl'
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
Skarma Rinchen's ice hockey journey is truly inspiring, showcasing the transformative power of determination and hard work. Originating from Gya Meru, a semi-nomadic village in Ladakh, adds a unique dimension to the 20-year-old's story, considering Ladakh's challenging terrain and harsh wint
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Opening ceremony of Khelo India Winter Games 2024 held in Leh
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
Fifteen states and two public institutions are taking part in ice hockey and ice-skating events over five days. The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Brig. B.D. Mishra (Retd) was the chief guest on the occasion. The second part of the Winter Games will be held in Gulmarg, Jammu and Kashmir from
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