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Dabang Delhi make Diya Chitale top Indian pick at UTT Season 6 auction
Mumbai, April 15: Season 3 champions Chennai Lions made Chinese paddler Fan Siqi the highest-valued player at the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) auction on Tuesday, splurging 19.7 Lakh tokens to secure her services for Season 6. With players going under the hammer for the first time, India’s top-ranked national player Diya Chitale also emerged as the highest-valued Indian paddler, returning to Dabang Delhi TTC through the Right to Match (RTM) card at a value of 14.1 Lakh tokens after an intense bidding war.
Hockey India announces 26-member Indian Women's squad for Australia tour
New Delhi, April 14: Hockey India on Monday announced a 26-member Indian Women's Hockey Team squad for the upcoming tour of Australia, scheduled to take place from April 26 to May 4 at the Perth Hockey Stadium. The five-match series will see India take on Australia A in the first two games, followed by three matches against the senior Australian team.
Sundays on Cycle: India Pedals Forward with 300+ Events Nationwide on April 13
New Delhi, April 13: India witnessed yet another vibrant edition of the 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' Sunday with over 300 cycling events conducted simultaneously across the country. Sujata Chaturvedi, Secretary of Sports, flagged off the national capital's edition at New Moti Bagh, energizing the crowd and reinforcing the national momentum towards fitness.
Govt extends strong support to AIFF over Asia Cup 2031 bid, says Sports Min Mansukh Mandaviya
New Delhi, April 12: The All-India Football Federation (AIFF) has formally submitted a bid to host the AFC Asian Cup 2031, a move that would bring the football royalty of the continent to India. India's bid to bring the AFC Asian Cup 2031 to the subcontinent was recognised by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) in its Annual General Body meeting at the 35th AFC Congress in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Saturday.
Much-awaited Pro Panja League Season 2 set to begin on August 5
Mumbai, April 9: The highly anticipated second season of Pro Panja League is all set to make a thrilling return on August 5 this year.
World Boxing forms Ajay Singh-led interim committee to oversee BFI affairs
Lausanne, April 9: World Boxing has formed an interim committee to oversee the affairs of the Boxing Federation of India (BFI), following requests from Indian boxing stakeholders that outline concerns regarding the governance of the national body.
Global Indian Pravasi Kabaddi League to run campaign at Times Square New York
Gurugram, April 8: As the Global Indian-Pravasi Kabaddi League (GI-PKL) inches closer to its grand kick-off on April 18 in Gurugram, the League will run a one-day digital campaign at the iconic Times Square in New York on the opening day.
Sachin Tendulkar enjoys jeep safari at Kaziranga National Park
Dispur, April 8: India's legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar visited the Kaziranga National Park in Assam on Tuesday.
EC of AIFF formed eight-member task force to discuss MRA
New Delhi, April 7: The All India Football Federation's Executive Committee met at the Football House on Monday to discuss the Master Rights Agreement (MRA) proposal given to the federation by Football Sports Development Ltd.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurates All India Police Handball Cluster, highlights sports' significance for healthy lifestyle
Lucknow, April 7: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday inaugurated the All India Police Handball Cluster 2024-25 in Lucknow, underscoring the importance of sports in daily life.
From being snubbed by state team to playing in PKL - Ravi Bhati's story of Josh, Jazba, Junoon
Haridwar, April 6: Ravi Bhati, hailing from a village in Greater Noida, was the first player from the town to play Kabaddi. He began his kabaddi journey in 2019 at JD Academy under the guidance of Coach Jitendra Nagar. Initially, Ravi did not have his family's approval to pursue a career in Kabaddi, but his grit and determination to succeed in the sport ultimately helped him convince his parents.
Argentina Shooting World Cup: Esha Singh bags silver in women's 25m pistol to give India their third medal
New Delhi, April 6: Air Pistol Mixed Team world champion Esha Singh, bagged a second individual International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup silver, tallying 35 in the women's 25m pistol final, to finish behind China's Sun Yujie, who won gold with 38 hits after the 10th and final five-shot series. Sun's compatriot Feng Sixuan won bronze. Double Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker, who also made the final, finished sixth eventually.
Shooting World Cup: Esha Singh bags silver in women's 25m pistol, third medal for India
New Delhi, April 5: Air Pistol Mixed Team world champion Esha Singh bagged a second individual silver medal in the ISSF World Cup, tallying 35 in the women’s 25m pistol final, to finish behind China’s Sun Yujie, who won gold with 38 hits after the 10th and final five-shot series.
Shooting World Cup: Chain Singh wins bronze medal in 50m rifle 3P in Argentina
New Delhi, April 4: Senior pro and Asian Games medalist Chain Singh, helped India earn their first medal of the on-going International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun stage being held in Buenos Aires, Argentina, winning bronze in the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions (3P), the first final on schedule on competition day two.
Olympian, National Games 2025 gold medalist Rahi Sarnobat opens up on comeback after health issues
New Delhi, April 4: Pistol shooter Rahi Sarnobat made a tremendous comeback after a serious health battle at the National Games this year in Dehradun as the 34-year-old won the gold medal in the Women's 25m air pistol competition.
Tripura prioritizing sports development with major investments: CM Manik Saha
Agartala, April 4: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Thursday said the state government is continuously making efforts to take the state forward through the development of sports.
Yuva All-Stars kabaddi: Yoddhas to meet Pink Cubs in ultimate showdown
Haridwar, April 3: Yuva Yoddhas registered a comfortable 15-point victory against Warriorz K.C. in the Yuva All-Stars Championship 2025 semifinal on Thursday to set up a summit clash against Jaipur Pink Cubs.
5 coaches to debut in UTT season 6 as teams select their own coaching staff for first time
New Delhi, April 3: Dronacharya Awardee Raman Subramanian, German specialist Chris Pfeiffer--who has coached stars like Sharath Kamal and Manika Batra--veteran trainers Pavel Rehorek and Julien Girard, and former India No. 1 Jubin Kumar are all set to make their Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) debuts in Season 6.
Kavin, Aadithya, Aakansha shine bright in shooting at the Khelo India Para Games 2025
New Delhi April 3: Empowered by the Gagan Narang Sports Foundation's Para Project Leap, three talented shooters--Kavin Kengnalkar, Aadithya Giri, and Aakansha--accomplished remarkable achievements at the Khelo India Para Games 2025. The event occurred from March 20-27 in New Delhi, with the shooting competitions conducted at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range from March 21-25, according to the SAI Media press release.
Ten medals are an achievement because...,: Former WFI Chief Brij Bhushan hails India wrestlers for remarkable diplay
Gonda, April 3: Former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief and BJP leader Brij Bhushan Singh believes India's grapplers' finishing with 10 medals in the Asian Wrestling Championships 2025 is a big achievement, considering it has been a long time since India won this many medals in a competition.
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini meets Asian Wrestling Championship 2025 medalists
New Delhi April 2: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday met Asian Wrestling Championship gold medal winner Manisha Bhanwala, silver medal winner Reetika Hooda, bronze medal winner Muskan Nandal, and coach Mandeep. Olympic medalist and Bhartiya Janta Party leader Yogeshwar Dutt was also present.
Arjun Bhati aims for Olympic glory after receiving National Youth Award
New Delhi, April 2: Indian golfer Arjun Bhati, who was recently honoured with the National Youth Award, expressed his gratitude and reflected on his journey in the sport.
IWL 2024-25: Fazila makes difference again as title-chasers Gokulam Kerala see off Sethu FC
Kozhikode, April 1: There appears to be no stopping Fazila Ikwaput this season. The Ugandan striker was once again the difference-maker as Gokulam Kerala FC edged Sethu FC 1-0 in a closely contested 2024-25 Indian Women's League fixture at the EMS Corporation Stadium on Monday.
Kolkata ThunderBlades joins Ultimate Table Tennis season 6
New Delhi, April 1: Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) will continue to strengthen in Season 6 with an exciting new franchise, Kolkata ThunderBlades, joining the league, consolidating table tennis' presence in a city with a rich, sporting heritage.
Pro and Challenger Pickleball League season 2 to be held in December
Mumbai, April 1: Building on the immense success of the inaugural season in February, Pro & Challenger Pickleball League will return for its Season 2 from December 16 to 23.
Kolkata ThunderBlades Join UTT Season 6 as new franchise; Pune Jaguars to replace Puneri Paltan
New Delhi, April 1: Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) will continue to strengthen in Season 6 with an exciting new franchise, Kolkata ThunderBlades, joining the league. Additionally, Pune Jaguars will replace the defunct Puneri Paltan TT, the organisers said on Tuesday.
Indian Table Tennis legend Sharath Kamal retires following WTT Star Contender exit
Chennai, March 29: Indian Table Tennis legend Achanta Sharath Kamal hung his boots following his face-off against Snehit Suravajjula in the Men's Singles Round of 16 at WTT Star Contender Chennai 2025. The 3-0 defeat against his compatriot meant this was Sharath's final official match. The five-time Olympian and India’s most celebrated paddler, Sharath, had announced his retirement from table tennis ahead of the start of the tournament.
On behalf of all the golfers, I want to say thank you: Kapil Dev on partnership with Adani Group for Invitational Golf Championship
Ahmedabad, March 29: The Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) president Kapil Dev on Saturday shared his thoughts on the partnership the Adani Group for the 2025 edition of the Adani Invitational Golf Championship tournament.
Adani and PGTI to launch Invitational Golf Championship
Ahmedabad, March 29: The Adani Group is set to enter Indian professional golf with the launch of 'Adani Invitational Golf Championship 2025', in partnership with the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI), the official sanctioning body of men's professional golf in India.
Nitish shines as India wins second bronze medal at Senior Asian Wrestling Championship 2025
Amman (Jordan), March 27: Indian wrestlers continued their good run on the second day of the Senior Asian Wrestling Championship 2025, with Nitesh clinching the second bronze medal for the country in Amman, Jordan, on Wednesday. Nitesh showcased remarkable skill and determination in the Greco-Roman category as he added another bronze medal to the one that Sunil Kumar had won in the men's 87kg.
BFI annual general meeting postponed after polls paused by RO
New Delhi, March 26: The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Boxing Federation of India (BFI), which was scheduled to be held on Friday has been postponed after the federation's elections were "paused" by returning officer Justice (retd) RK Gauba.
Mizoram to groom athletes for 2036 Olympics: CM Lalduhoma
Aizawl, March 25: Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma said on Tuesday that India is preparing for hosting the 2036 Olympics and Mizoram, aligning with this vision, initiated the 'Vision 2036' plan, which aims to nurture young Mizo athletes who can represent India in the Olympics.
AIFF Futsal Committee proposes men's and women's club championships in June
New Delhi, March 25: The landscape of Indian futsal is set for a major transformation as the All India Football Federation (AIFF) Futsal Committee convened on Tuesday to lay out ambitious plans for the sport’s future. With growing enthusiasm among players and fans, the committee aims to expand competitive opportunities and develop a clear roadmap for futsal in India.
Sharath Kamal's table tennis swansong starts at WTT Star Contender Chennai 2025
Chennai, March 25: Indian table tennis legend Achanta Sharath Kamal is set for his swansong in front of his home crowd as the World Table Tennis (WTT) Star Contender 2025 is set to kickstart in Chennai at Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium on Tuesday.
WFI president Sanjay Singh elected as UWW-Asia Bureau member
Amman (Jordan), March 24: Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Sanjay Singh has been elected as a Bureau Member of United World Wrestling (UWW)-Asia. The election took place during the UWW-Asia General Assembly held in Amman, where Singh secured an impressive 22 votes out of 38, demonstrating strong support from the Asian wrestling community.
From drawing faces to drawing bowstrings: Payal Nag's inspiring para-archery journey
New Delhi, March 23: When Sheetal Devi won India's first medal in archery at the Paris Paralympics without hands, the world was amazed. Everyone wondered how this was possible, and she became a star overnight.
International Squash returns to nation with India Open 2025
Mumbai, March 23: The countdown has begun to what is set to be a landmark moment in Squash in India. Indian Open 2025, India's first-ever PSA Squash Copper tournament, with a prize purse of USD 53,500. The Indian Open 2025 will commence on March 24, with the finals scheduled for the 28th at the Bombay Gymkhana. The competition will begin on the indoor courts, with the quarterfinals, semifinals, and final set to be played on a full-glass outdoor court, offering fans a unique experience, as per the PSA press release.
Khelo India Para Games 2025: Sheetal Devi, Payal Nag set for exciting Para-Archery Final
New Delhi, March 22: Sheetal Devi competing against Payal Nag in the final of the compound women's open category is a bucket list set to be ticked off at the Khelo India Para Games 2025.
Real Kabaddi League announces Season 4 trials across ten states with player development focus
New Delhi, March 22: The Real Kabaddi League (RKL) announced its Season 4 Selection Trials, set to commence in April 2025 across more than ten states in India. The league continues its mission of identifying and nurturing grassroots talent, offering aspiring kabaddi players a platform to showcase their skills and potentially secure professional contracts for the Dubai International edition, according to a release from RKL.
International squash returns to nation after seven years with India Open 2025
Mumbai, March 22: The countdown has begun to what is set to be a landmark moment in squash in India. India's first-ever PSA Squash Copper tournament, with a prize purse of USD 53,500, Indian Open 2025 will commence on March 24, with the finals scheduled for March 28 at the Bombay Gymkhana here.