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Manisha Bhanwala targets 2028 Olympics medal after historic wrestling World Championships gold
India's Manisha Bhanwala has set her sights on a medal at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics after becoming the first Indian woman to win a senior World Championships gold in wrestling. The 29-year-old credits her late father for shaping her career and says his lessons continue to guide her on the mat.
PV Sindhu’s Bengaluru home marries extravagance with elegance. House features Rs 1.7 lakh Mahabaharata-inspired chessboard, Persian carpet, swimming pool
Badminton star PV Sindhu’s home is what you get when you combine elegance with a larger-than-life aura. The home, which is located in Bengalur, has a swimming pool and is located in a posh gated community and has a touch of green and cosiness. The badminton star recently gave a tour of her home to director Farah Khan.
Anahat Singh school: India's squash sensation who stunned 8-time world champion Nour ElSherbini is a student of a British school
Anahat Singh school name: Anahat Singh, a student of The British School in New Delhi, has made headlines after defeating eight-time world champion Nour ElSherbini at the Silicon Valley Open in the US. The 18-year-old Indian squash player won in straight games to reach the quarter-finals. From becoming the first Indian woman to reach the Asian Games squash singles final to winning the 2026 World Junior Squash Championships title, Anahat has continued to break records on the international circuit.
Dilip Gavit leads India's gold-silver finish in men's 100m T47 event
Dilip Gavit secured the gold medal in the men's 100m T46/47 event at the Asian Para Games. Mohammed Morssinganakath Basil achieved a silver medal in the same event with a Games record time. Gavit finished with a time of 10.69 seconds while Basil clocked 10.72 seconds. In the men's 100m T64 event, Pranav Desai won a bronze medal, further showcasing India's athletic talent.
India surpass previous para table tennis medal tally with five bronzes
Ravi Baby Sahana and Prachi Pandey made history by winning bronze medals in para table tennis at the Asian Para Games. Bhavina Patel and Sonalaben Patel also competed, facing tough opponents in the semifinals. Jehan Madan secured a bronze in the men's singles class 1 event, completing India's total of five medals. These achievements surpass India's previous medal count in para table tennis at prior tournaments.
BCCI appoints Ramesh Powar to Men's Selection Committee; Pragyan Ojha to chair panel
The BCCI has appointed former India cricketer Ramesh Powar to its men's selection committee following Ajit Agarkar's exit as chief selector. Pragyan Ojha will chair the five-member panel based on seniority. Powar brings international playing and coaching experience, including an Asia Cup title and Commonwealth Games silver medal with India's women's team.
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Ministry announces massive hike assistance to NSFs for hosting international events
National Sports Federation (NSF) will now be entitled to financial support of up to ₹50 crore to organise international events. Previously, NSFs were allotted up to Rs two crore for the same. The revised scheme could provide assistance up to Rs 50 crore to conduct the National Games. The funds would go towards sports equipment, Timing, Scoring and Result (TSR) services, remuneration to technical officials and technical conduct.
Noida’s new Sports City plan approved: Authority tells SC 70% of land will be reserved for sports facilities as stalled Sector 150 project moves towards revival
Noida Authority has approved the revised layout plan for the 300-acre Sports City project in Sector 150, reserving 70% of the land for sports facilities. The approval follows years of stalled development and comes as the Supreme Court examines separate cases involving Sports City projects. While four housing projects have received conditional occupancy certificates, further approvals and legal proceedings will determine the next steps for construction and homebuyers awaiting possession.
Asiad missed, India's compound archery ace Abhishek Verma targets Los Angeles 2028, CWG 2030
Abhishek Verma, a highly accomplished compound archer from India, is setting his sights on rejoining the national squad. He aspires to showcase his skills at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and the 2030 Commonwealth Games. As a mentor to emerging talents, Verma has been pivotal in ensuring India's competitive edge.
From national duty to family duty: Olympian Jarmanpreet Singh returns to Punjab fields between hockey tournaments
Indian hockey Olympian Jarmanpreet Singh has shared a video of himself ploughing his family’s farmland in Razadan village near Amritsar, highlighting his commitment to responsibilities at home alongside his sporting career. The defender, who is also an income-tax officer, has urged young people to spend time with their parents. His achievements include two Asian Games gold medals and an Olympic bronze.
India aims to put on 'best-ever' world cycling championships as Olympic ambitions take shape
The Cycling Federation of India is optimistic about hosting the 2032 Road World Championships in Pune. This event is seen as crucial for India's bid for the 2036 Olympics, which is centered around Ahmedabad. Pune was selected shortly after India's involvement in international cycling competitions increased significantly over the past decade. Preparations are underway to improve infrastructure and public understanding of the event.
India, Qatar among seven bidders to host 2036 Olympics
India and Qatar have confirmed their ambitions to host the 2036 Olympics as part of seven bidders. The IOC has indicated a decision will be made in 2029 through a vote of its members. Other nations in talks for hosting the Olympics include South Africa and South Korea among others. Additionally, Germany, Hungary, and Turkey are also considering future hosting options.
Harmanpreet Kaur: The records, milestones and achievements that define her India career
Harmanpreet Kaur has stepped down as captain of the Indian women's cricket team after a remarkable tenure. She is celebrated for numerous achievements including India's first senior women's World Cup title in 2025. Harmanpreet was the first Indian cricketer to play in 100 and then 200 T20 internationals. Additionally, she holds the record for the most international appearances by a woman cricketer.
Rudrankksh Patil targets nationals, sets sights on 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
Rudrankksh Patil, an emerging talent in shooting, has set his sights on the national championships. He aims to qualify for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics following his recent success in the Asian Games. Patil emphasized the need for improved sports infrastructure and support from the government to foster talent. He appreciates Maharashtra Government's new policy, which offers job reservations for medal-winning athletes.
'Wanted to upgrade the colour': India's ace boxer Lovlina Borgohain on winning Asian Games gold
Indian boxer Lovlina Borgohain returned to New Delhi on Sunday after winning gold in the women's 75kg category at the Asian Games 2026. Borgohain defeated China's Bao Ziyi 5-0 in the final to claim India's first-ever Asian Games gold in the category. The medal was especially meaningful as it came on her birthday and improved on her previous silver.
Ankush Panghal wins Asian Games 2026 boxing gold in men's 80kg, beats South Korea's Kim Minseong 4-0
Ankush Panghal secured the men's 80kg gold medal at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya on Friday. He defeated South Korea's Kim Minseong with a dominating performance, winning by a score of 4-0. Panghal's victory marks his second major title after winning the Commonwealth Games gold two months prior. He showcased impressive counter-punching skills, using speed and movement during the bout.
Lovlina ends India’s 12-year wait for Asian Games women’s boxing gold
Lovlina Borgohain claimed India's first Asian Games women's boxing gold in 12 years by defeating Ziyi Bao. She won the 75kg final by a 5-0 unanimous decision, upgrading her previous silver medal. The victory marks her as the second Indian woman to win gold after MC Mary Kom. Indian boxers secured a total of six medals in Aichi-Nagoya, showing improved performance.
Asian Games 2026: Gulveer Singh completes medal hat-trick with 5000m bronze
Gulveer Singh added a bronze medal to his achievements in the men’s 5000m at the Asian Games. This performance brings his total medals to three, including two silver medals from earlier events. He joins the ranks of only a few Indian male athletes with this accomplishment in track and field. Additionally, he holds the national record for the 5000m event, solidifying his status.
Gulveer Singh wins silver in 1500m, Vithya Ramraj claims bronze in women's 400m hurdles
Indian long-distance runner Gulveer Singh won silver in the men’s 1500m final at the 2026 Asian Games with a personal best of 3:36.72. Vithya Ramaraj also secured bronze in the women’s 400m hurdles, setting a new national record. Avinash Sable finished fourth in the men’s 3000m steeplechase, while Seema Kaliramna also narrowly missed a medal.
Asian Games 2026: Vithya Ramraj wins bronze medal in women's 400m hurdles
Vithya Ramraj achieved a bronze medal in the women's 400m hurdles at the Asian Games in Nagoya. She completed the race in a personal best time of 54.75 seconds, setting a new national record. The previous record was held by legendary athlete P T Usha for over forty years. Ramraj also secured a silver medal in the 4x400m mixed relay earlier in the Games.
Asian Games kabaddi and shooting medallists return to a stirring welcome at IGI Airport
India's kabaddi teams received a festive welcome at IGI Airport after returning from the Asian Games. Men's team captain Sunil Kumar expressed pride in their performance and urged for kabaddi's Olympic inclusion. Women's captain Pushpa Rana noted their victory against Iran, emphasizing the sport's growing popularity worldwide. Shooters Kamaljeet Singh and Suruchi Singh joined the celebration after winning gold in the 10m air pistol mixed event.
Asian Games: Tejaswin Shankar wins decathlon bronze, Ancy Sojan bags long jump silver
Tejaswin Shankar secured the bronze medal in the men's decathlon at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya. He finished with 7,934 points, improving his performance from the previous Asian Games. Ancy Sojan also won a silver medal in the women's long jump event, finishing second with a leap of 6.53 meters. Mohammed Afsal qualified for the men’s 800m final after placing third in his heat.
Asian Games 2026: Indian boxers storm into semis, assure medals
Indian boxers secured three medals at the Asian Games with impressive quarterfinal victories. Parveen Hooda beat Uzbekistan's Navbakhor Khamidova by a 5-0 score to reach the semifinals. Narender Berwal won his match against Thailand's Adthapong Saengtep, forcing a referee stoppage in less than two minutes.
Weightlifter Harjinder Kaur finishes 9th in Asian Games 2026
Harjinder Kaur had a disappointing performance, finishing ninth in the women's 69kg weightlifting event. She lifted a combined total of 204kg, significantly below the competition. Kaur's efforts of 94kg in the snatch and 110kg in the clean and jerk were insufficient for medals. North Korea's Song Kuk-hyang dominated the event, breaking multiple world records with her lifts.
Asian Games 2026: Ankush Panghal assures India of 1st boxing medal
Asian Games boxing: Ankush Panghal achieved a significant victory by defeating Nekruz Salimov in the men's 80kg quarterfinals. The unanimous decision of 5-0 guarantees India its first boxing medal at the Asian Games. His performance showcased strong punches and excellent composure throughout the bout. Ankush's earlier Commonwealth Games gold added to the significance of this achievement. He now prepares for the semifinals, with at least a bronze medal assured.
Gulveer Singh upgrades Asian Games bronze to silver in 10,000m
Gulveer Singh has reached a remarkable new height in his athletic career after securing a silver medal in the men's 10,000m event at the Asian Games in Nagoya. His impressive time of 28:29.38 minutes marks a significant improvement from his previous performances. This achievement follows his bronze medal at the last Asian Games in Hangzhou and adds to his accolades, which already include a silver medal from the Commonwealth Games.
Asian Games: Manpreet Kaur clinches women's shot put bronze with 17.17m throw
Manpreet Kaur secured a bronze medal in women's shot put at the Asian Games. She achieved this with a throw of 17.17m on Friday. Earlier this year, Manpreet had won the National Inter-State Championships with a throw of 17.75m. The gold medal was won by Song Jiayuan from China, while silver went to Zhang Linru. Manpreet's personal best remains 18.06m, achieved last year.
Asian Games Boxing: Sakhi Chaudhary loses to Balkibekova, Sumit forced to retire after knee injury during bout
Indian boxer Sakshi Chaudhary lost against Kazakhstan's Alua Balkibekova and Sumit was forced to yield his men's 70kg pre-quarterfinal bout against Iraq's Al Sarray Ali Qasim Hamdan. Chaudhary, who failed to connect her punches, was overcome by Balkibekova's strong right arm. Sumit suffered a knee injury after receiving a punch and falling awkwardly in the third round. The contest was stopped by the referee, handing the win to Hamdan.
Asian Games 2026: Sakshi upstages Olympic-medallist, Jadumani also wins; duo enters Asiad last-16
Sakshi Chaudhary stunned Paris Olympics bronze-medallist Aira Villegas with a dominant 5-0 win to enter the women’s 51kg pre-quarterfinals at the Asian Games. Jadumani Singh also advanced to the last 16 with a 5-0 victory over Nepal’s Chandra Bahadur Thapa.
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