KHELO INDIA
India successfully carving out distinct identity in major sporting events: Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted India's growing global presence in sports beyond cricket and hockey. Investments in infrastructure and programs like Khelo India are empowering athletes and promoting traditional sports, he said.
From delivering milk to gold: Jammu wrestler Hamam Hussain’s 14-year struggle pays off at Khelo India Tribal Games 2026
Hamam Hussain, a milk deliveryman from Jammu and Kashmir, achieved his first national gold medal at the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026 in wrestling. Balancing his family's dairy livelihood after his father's death with his passion for the sport, Hussain's victory highlights his years of dedication and resilience against challenging conditions.
Tennis legend Leander Paes joins BJP as Bengal 2026 poll battle heats up
Tennis legend Leander Paes has officially joined the Bharatiya Janata Party, marking his foray into active politics ahead of the West Bengal elections. The Wimbledon champion, an Olympic medalist and an International Tennis Hall of Fame inductee, brings his immense popularity and national recognition to the party.
PM Modi lauds J-K's maiden Ranji Trophy triumph, praises region's growing sporting culture
Jammu and Kashmir's cricket team secured its first Ranji Trophy title. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised this historic achievement. The region is now recognized as a center for major sports events. The Khelo India Winter Games were successfully hosted in Gulmarg and Leh. Football is also popular among the youth.
Kavinder Gupta sworn in as Himachal governor, says post belongs to no political party
Himachal new governor: Gupta said he would strive to carry forward the initiatives started by previous governors and would seek the cooperation of the chief minister and the state government to complete them on priority.
No talks on INDIA bloc leadership change, Rahul Gandhi doing fine job: Omar Abdullah
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has clarified that the INDIA bloc has not considered changing its leadership. He emphasized that Rahul Gandhi is performing well in challenging the BJP government. Abdullah dismissed suggestions of Mamata Banerjee taking over as a personal opinion. He stated that any decision on leadership would be made collectively by the INDIA bloc.
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What India can learn from Japan’s community sports model
Japan’s strong performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics highlights the importance of a community-based sports ecosystem that India can learn from. In Japan, local municipal bodies play a key role in promoting sports, building infrastructure and organising activities, supported by local budgets, national funding and corporate sponsorships.
Over 1k athletes dropped from Khelo India for below-par performance and doping: Mansukh Mandaviya
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya revealed 1342 athletes exited the Khelo India programme in three years. Reasons included poor performance and doping violations. Over 23000 athletes are currently supported. The government is strengthening anti-doping measures, involving agencies like CBI. India has a high positivity rate for banned substances.
India Budget 2026-27: Sitharaman unveils initiative for high-quality sports manufacturing
The Union Budget 2026-27 introduces dedicated initiatives for high-quality sports goods manufacturing and research. A scheme will revive 200 industrial clusters. The textile sector will see an integrated program focusing on fibre self-reliance, modernization, and handloom support. Samarth 2.0 aims to upgrade textile skilling. Mega textile parks will be established to boost production and value addition, particularly in technical textiles.
Union budget 2026 supercharges India’s sporting ambitions through Khelo India Mission, higher grants
Union Budget of India 2026: India is set for a major sports transformation over the next decade. The government plans to enhance talent development, upgrade infrastructure, and integrate new technology. This initiative aims to make India a global leader in sports goods manufacturing. The focus is on nurturing young athletes and building a strong sporting culture.
Budget 2026: Sports goods sector gets Rs 500 cr boost; Khelo India allocation remains high
The Union Budget 2026-27 announces a new Khelo India mission. This initiative will focus on developing training centres and coaches for the next ten years. It aims to create an integrated talent development program. The mission will also support sports science, technology, and infrastructure. India is also looking to host major sporting events.
Khelo India calendars have replaced hartal calendars in Kashmir: Manoj Sinha
The three-day Khelo India Water Sports Festival began at Dal Lake, Kashmir, with over 400 athletes and 300 staff from 36 states participating in rowing, canoeing, kayaking, and more. Officials emphasized promoting sports culture, tourism, and youth empowerment in J&K. Leaders highlighted the event’s role in reviving water sports tradition and nurturing talent, including female athletes, under new sports policies.
Khelo India Water Sports Festival commences at Dal Lake with 400 athletes
The Khelo India Water Sports Festival (KIWSF) has begun at Dal Lake, featuring over 400 athletes from 36 states and union territories. Competitors will vie for 24 gold medals in rowing, canoeing, and kayaking. The event includes demonstration events like water skiing and dragon boat races. Athletes from Uttarakhand, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, and Kerala are expected to be strong contenders.
Delhi Government plans six new Khelo India centres
The Delhi government plans to establish six Khelo India Centres to nurture young athletes in sports like athletics, football, and kabaddi, awaiting SAI approval. These centres will offer professional training and resources under the national Khelo India scheme. Additionally, a "Sundays on Cycle" event was organized in Delhi to promote fitness, reflecting the growing enthusiasm for health initiatives.
Sports Minister announces introduction of multiple Games under Khelo India scheme
Mansukh Mandaviya announced expansion of Khelo India. Multiple games will be introduced. These include school sports, martial arts, beach and water sports. Khelo India North-East Games will also be introduced. The aim is to strengthen India's sporting ecosystem. It will boost grassroots competitions and talent identification. Khelo India Beach Games will be held in Diu.
PM Modi to inaugurate Khelo India Youth Games 2025 in Patna: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Khelo India Youth Games 2025 in Patna on May 4. The event, spanning five districts until May 15, will host 8,500 athletes and 1,500 technical staff from across India.
Budget 2024: Khelo India once again gets lion's share in Union Budget for sports
Khelo India secures Rs 900 crore in the sports ministry's budget, showing a continued focus on grassroots sports development. Additional funding for National Sports Federations and Sports Authority of India also noted. Budget allocations detailed for various sporting programs and agencies.
Centre revises guidelines on recruitment, promotion of sports persons
The Indian government has revised its guidelines on sports recruitment and promotion to include events of national importance and provide greater incentives to sports persons performing well. The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) issued consolidated instructions on recruitment and promotion in October 2013. National championships, tournaments, national games, Khelo India Youth Games, Khelo India Winter Games, and Khelo India Para Games are recognized as events of national importance.
Sports infra worth Rs 3000 cr established under Khelo India: Anurag Thakur
The minister, while virtually addressing students of a private university in Greater Noida, also described how the Khelo India programme annually adds 1,000 new athletes, providing them with funding for training, accommodation, diet, and a monthly allowance. "Over 300 sporting infrastructure projects worth Rs 3,000 crore have been established under the Khelo India umbrella," the minister was quoted as saying in a press statement.
Khelo India University Games: PM Modi emphasises shift in parental attitudes on sports
Modi noted that parents earlier hesitated to involve their children in sports activities, fearing it would distract from academics. He highlighted the evolving mindset where parents now take pride in their children's achievements in sports, be it at the state, national, or international level.
R Madhavan celebrates son Vedaant winning 7 medals in Khelo India Youth Games 2023
R Madhavan is ecstatic with his son Vedaant Madhavan and Maharashtra's victory in the Khelo India 2023 event.
Khelo India Youth Games: Here is everything about India’s premier upcoming gaming event
The Khelo India Youth Games begin on Monday, January 30 in Bhopal, MP. So, find out more information about the whole programme, including live streaming information, essential dates, location and other data.
SAI releases Rs 6.52 crore as 'Out of Pocket Allowance' to 2189 Khelo India athletes
The OPA (Rs 1.20 lakh annually) is transferred directly to the athlete's bank account, whereas the rest of the amount is spent on the athlete's training, fooding, lodging and education at the Khelo India Academy where the athlete trains.
Government to open 143 Khelo India centres across 7 states
"It is our endeavour to make India one among the top 10 countries in the 2028 Olympics. To fulfil this goal we need to identify and nurture a large number of talented sportspersons from an early age," Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju said in a statement.
Khelo India Scheme extended till 2025-26
"The Ministry has decided to extend Khelo India scheme from 2021-22 to 2025-26. The Ministry has furnished an Expenditure Finance Committee (EFC) memorandum to the Ministry of Finance for extension/continuation of the Khelo India Scheme from 2021-22 to 2025- 26," the Ministry said in a statement.
SAI releases Rs 5.78 crore as "out of pocket" allowance for Khelo India athletes
The OPA (Rs 1.20 lakh annually) has been transferred directly to the athlete's bank account, whereas the rest of the amount is spent on the athlete's training, food, lodging and education at the Khelo India Academy.
SAI demands probe after several athletes duped through false Khelo India advertisement
SAI said the advertisement also used "logos of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Sports Authority of India and Khelo India, which misled several athletes to believe it to be a government advertisement."
Haryana to host 2021 Khelo India Youth Games after Tokyo Olympics
Haryana will host the fourth edition of the Khelo India Youth Games after the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, the state's chief minister Manohar Lal Khattar and union sports minister Kiren Rijiju announced on Saturday. The Games will be held in Panchkula.
PM Modi unlikely to inaugurate 3rd Khelo India Youth Games 2020
An invitation was sent to the PMO to invite Modi to inaugurate the Khelo India Youth Games but no confirmation on it has been received, BJP state unit spokesman Rupam Goswami told on Wednesday.
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