38th National Games and Kalaripayattu: The Indian Kalaripayattu Federation has accused the Indian Olympics Association (IOA) of downgrading the Kalaripayattu to the demonstration section of the event, not the competitive section.Demonstration events showcase sports for promotion and are excluded from the official medal tally. Kalaripayattuis one of the oldest and most scientific martial arts globally, […]
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Kho Kho World Cup 2025 : India emerged as the inaugural champions
Kho Kho World Cup 2025 : India emerged as the inaugural champions India emerged as the inaugural champions in both the men’s and women’s events at the Kho Kho World Cup 2025.The tournament took place at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, New Delhi, India.This is the first Kho Kho World cup. Organised by: Kho Kho […]
Karnataka Clinch Vijay Hazare Trophy For Record 5th Time
Karnataka Clinch Vijay Hazare Trophy For Record 5th Time: In the Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) 2024-25 final, Karnataka emerged victorious by 36 runs against Vidarbha on January 19, 2025, at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara. This win marks Karnataka’s fifth Vijay Hazare Trophy title. The thrilling encounter saw Karnataka posting a commanding total and defending […]
Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna 2024
Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna 2024: The Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, India’s highest sporting accolade, was conferred on remarkable achievers who brought laurels to the nation at Rashtrapati Bhavan.Started in: 1991-1992 (as Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award).Renamed in: 2021, to honor legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand.Aim is to recognize outstanding performances in […]
Djokovic Breaks Federer’s Record for Grand Slam Match Count
Djokovic Breaks Federer’s Record for Grand Slam Match Count: Novak Djokovic, one of tennis’ greatest players, added another milestone to his illustrious career on January 17, 2025, by breaking a tie with Roger Federer for the most Grand Slam matches played in tennis history. The Serbian tennis star achieved his 430th Grand Slam match during […]
Justice Arun Mishra: New Ombudsman of BCCI
Justice Arun Mishra: New Ombudsman of BCCI Justice Arun Mishra, a former Supreme Court judge, has been appointed as the Ombudsman and Ethics Officer of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The announcement was made and marking another significant milestone in his illustrious career. Justice Mishra’s extensive legal expertise and leadership experience […]
Smriti Mandhana, the Indian opener, set multiple records during the 3rd ODI against Ireland
Smriti Mandhana, the Indian opener, set multiple records during the 3rd ODI against Ireland: Indian opener Smriti Mandhana broke multiple records in the 3rd ODI against Ireland Women at the Niranjan Shah Stadium, Rajkot. Leading the team in the absence of Harmanpreet Kaur, Mandhana scored the fastest century by an Indian in women’s ODIs, showcasing […]
The first-ever Kho Kho World Cup began
The first-ever Kho Kho World Cup began: The inaugural edition of the Kho Kho World Cup kicked off with great enthusiasm on January 13, 2025, at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi. The ceremony began with a sand art projection paying homage to Mother Earth, followed by a ceremonial parade and cultural performances. […]
Anju Bobby George Named Chairperson of AFI’s Athletes Commission
Anju Bobby George Named Chairperson of AFI’s Athletes Commission: Anju Bobby George, the legendary long-jumper and a 2003 World Championships bronze medalist, was named the Chairperson of the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) Athletes Commission. The new commission comprises a mix of prominent retired athletes, with Neeraj Chopra, the two-time Olympic medalist, being the most […]
Devajit Saikia and Prabhtej Singh Bhatia were unanimously elected as the Secretary and Treasurer of the BCCI
Devajit Saikia and Prabhtej Singh Bhatia were unanimously elected as the Secretary and Treasurer of the BCCI: The uncontested election of Devajit Saikia as the Secretary and Prabhtej Singh Bhatia as the Treasurer of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) was formalized during the BCCI’s Special General Meeting (SGM) on January 12, […]
