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Alfa Hockey launches 'VK16 Pink Edition' to honour Vandana Katariya
New Delhi, April 22: Alfa Hockey today unveiled the VK16 - Pink Edition, a special-edition hockey stick named after one of India's most iconic players, Vandana Katariya. The stick pays tribute to Vandana's exceptional legacy and her contributions to the sport, a release said.
Big decision to make: Simone Biles 'not sure' about competing in LA 2028 Olympics
New Delhi, April 22: American gymnastics icon Simone Biles made a huge revelation about her Los Angeles 2028 Olympics chances, saying she is "not sure" whether she will compete at her fourth Summer Games in front of her home crowd, but the 28-year-old said she will be there at the Olympics whether "it’s on the floor or in the stands".
Neeraj Chopra confirms Paris Olympics gold medallist Arshad Nadeem invited for NC Classic 2025
Potchefstroom, April 21: Paris Olympic gold medallist Arshad Nadeem has been invited for the inaugural edition of the 'Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025'; however, Pakistan's ace javelin thrower is yet to confirm his participation.
When I used to go out to play...: Neeraj Chopra reveals story behind NC Classic 2025
Potchefstroom, April 21: India's Olympic gold medalist and world champion Neeraj Chopra, who is all set to take part in the 'Neeraj Chopra Classic' event on May 24, opened up on how the event came into existence and how good he feels about one of his dreams, of having a premier athletics event being held in India, coming true finally.
Mixed team event will be a catalyst for women's table tennis development
Macao: , April 19 (IANS) Table tennis is one of the six sports that have added competitions in a mixed-gender discipline in the upcoming Olympic Games in 2028 in Los Angeles.
If necessary, govt will send athletes to other countries offering best training facilities: Arunachal CM
Itanagar, April 18: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Friday said that if necessary, the state government would send athletes from the state to other countries offering best training facilities.
Shooting: Shriyanka joins list of first-time WC finalists, finishes 8th in 50m rifle 3P event
Lima, April 18: Paris Olympian Shriyanka Sadangi became the latest Indian shooter, on this double-legged South American sojourn, to make the cut for a first-ever individual world cup final, qualifying in the women’s 50m rifle 3 positions (3P) event at the on-going International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun stage.
Vandana Katariya receives PM Modi's praise as she bids farewell to international hockey
New Delhi, April 18: Former Indian hockey player Vandana Katariya, who recently called time on her international career, expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday after receiving a heartfelt letter from him, commending her stellar career representing Team India.
Not feeling much of a difference...: Shooter Rudrankksh Patil on shooting's exclusion from 2026 CWG
Buenos Aires, April 17: India's World Championships and Asian Games gold medalist rifle shooter Rudrankksh Patil spoke on his World Cup gold medal win in Argentina and the omission of his sport from 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, saying that it does not make a much of a difference to him since his coaches prioritise other competitions, which he finds much tougher.
We may see Shubhankar, Aditi team up in LA28: IGU welcomes inclusion of Mixed Team Golf in Olympics
New Delhi, April 16: The Indian Golf Union (IGU) has welcomed the inclusion of the Mixed Team Golf Event in the Los Angeles Olympic Games by the International Olympic Committee. "At the Los Angeles Olympics, we might see Shubhankar Sharma and Aditi Ashok teeing off together for India!" the IGU wrote in a post on social media on Wednesday.
Venue announced for cricket's Olympics return at LA28
Dubai, April 16: Cricket will return to the Olympics after 128 years, with the location now confirmed, according to the ICC website. The ICC has welcomed the announcement that the Fairgrounds in Pomona, Southern California, will host cricket at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
NADA India Hosts National Conference on 'Building Together a Clean Sport Ecosystem'
New Delhi April 16: The National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) India organised a conference on "Building Together a Clean Sport Ecosystem" on Wednesday.
NADA India hosts national conference on 'Building Together a Clean Sport Ecosystem'
New Delhi, April 16: The National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) India successfully organized a conference on "Building Together a Clean Sport Ecosystem" on Wednesday at the India International Centre (IIC), New Delhi.
Fairgrounds in Pomona to host cricket at LA28 Olympics
Dubai, April 16: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday welcomed the announcement that the fairgrounds in Pomona, Southern California, will host cricket at the upcoming 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, as per the ICC official website.
Southern California confirmed as venue for cricket's return at 2028 LA Olympics
New Delhi April 15: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced Fairgrounds in Pomona, a temporary stadium in Southern California, as the venue for cricket at the Olympic Games Los Angeles 2028
ITTF World Cup 2025: Manika Batra, Sreeja Akula start off campaign with wins
Macau, April 14: Paris Olympians Manika Batra and Sreeja Akula kickstarted their International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) World Cup campaign with wins on Monday.
Thinking of season ahead not LA28, says Jyothi Vennam after India win gold, bronze in archery World Cup
Auburndale: , April 13 (IANS) As India became the first mixed team to claim 2025 World Cup glory as the compound archery world builds towards its Olympic debut in Los Angeles 2028, Jyothi Surekha Vennam and Rishabh Yadav faced questions over India's chances in the Olympic Games.
Trying our best to host 2036 Olympics...youth of Kashi have to begin training today: PM Modi
Varanasi, April 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that India is making all possible efforts to host the 2036 edition of the Olympic Games and asked the youth of Kashi to begin their training to shine in the Olympics.
LA Olympics 2028: Cricket to have six-team format for both men, women
New Delhi, April 10: Cricket at the LA 2028 Olympic Games will feature six teams each in the men's and women's tournaments, it was confirmed on Wednesday.
LA 2028: Cricket will feature six teams each in men's and women's events
Lausanne, April 10: Cricket at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games will be played in the T20 format, with six teams competing in both the men's and women's tournaments, the Organisers said.
Inclusion of mixed team event at LA28 enhances Olympic table tennis: ITTF
Beijing, April 10: The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) has said the introduction of the mixed team event for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games "significantly enhances the Olympic table tennis program."
'Haven't slept all night': Archer Rajat Chauhan thrilled as compound archery joins LA 2028 Olympics
New Delhi, April 10: For India's ace archer Rajat Chauhan, a dream is turning into reality as the compound archery is set to make its Olympic debut in the 2028 Los Angeles games.
Neeraj Chopra set to begin 2025 season in Doha, eyes consistency, distance
New Delhi, April 9: After an injury-marred 2024, a fully fit Neeraj Chopra is set to begin his 2025 athletics season at the Doha Diamond League, with his focus not just on distance but also on maintaining consistency, according to Olympics.com.
Indian students invited to take part in international IT-Olympics
Moscow, April 8: Technology-intense development and transformation of all economic sectors make digital skills to be considered the backbone of global competitive ability and innovations.
Special Olympics Bharat successfully concludes National Roller Skating Championship in Ludhiana
New Delhi, April 8: The five-day-long Men's and Women's National Roller Skating Championship came to a conclusion at Leisure Valley Skating Ring, Sarabha Nagar, Ludhiana, Punjab in Ludhiana, with Andhra Pradesh emerging as the top state with 18 medals, as per the Special Olympics Bharat press release.
Special Olympics Bharat concludes National Roller Skating Championship in Ludhiana
New Delhi, April 8: The five-day Men’s and Women’s National Roller Skating Championship came to a conclusion at Leisure Valley Skating Ring in Ludhiana with Andhra Pradesh emerging as the top state with 18 medals.
'It will always remains the most memorable match of my life: Harmanpreet Singh on India's backs-to-the-wall win against Great Britain at Paris 2024
New Delhi April 5: Harmanpreet Singh, Indian field hockey player and the captain of the Indian national hockey team, has reflected on the difficulty of playing 43 minutes with one less player against a strong Great Britain team.
Experts warn athletes against reckless use of herbal supplements, say good sleep must for stress management
Chandigarh, April 4: Researchers and experts attending the recently-held international conference on "Harmonizing Movement: Integrating Yoga with Sports Science for Peak Performance" in Chandigarh at the NSNIS, Patiala, highlighted why lack of sleep and careless consumption of herbal supplements could be injurious to the wellness of top athletes.
Neeraj Chopra Classic javelin throw event to be held in Panchkula on May 24
New Delhi, April 3: Tokyo Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra will step in as an organiser with the inaugural edition of the Neeraj Chopra Classic javelin throw competition, which is scheduled to be held at the Tau Devi Lal Stadium in Panchkula, Haryana, on May 24, the World Athletics confirmed on Thursday.
Gujarat's two athletes with intellectual disabilities shine at Special Olympics World Winter Games in Italy
Gandhinagar, April 1: Gujarat's two athletes with Intellectual Disabilities have made a remarkable mark at the Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin, Italy, a release from the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) said on Tuesday.
The most memorable...: Vandana Katariya opens up on international retirement, biggest moments of 15-year-long career
By Sahil Kohli, Mumbai, April 1: Following her international hockey retirement, Indian forward Vandana Katariya opened up on bidding adieu to the game and the highs and lows of her career, calling the 2013 Junior Hockey World Cup and Tokyo Olympics 2020 the highs of her career, which also saw her deal with injuries and personal loss while being with the team.
Vandana Katariya bids adieu to international hockey: A journey of success, legacy
New Delhi, April 1: Indian women's hockey stalwart Vandana Katariya has officially announced her retirement from international hockey, bringing an end to an extraordinary career that spanned over 15 years.
India's most-capped women's player Vandana Katariya bids farewell to international hockey
New Delhi, April 1: Indian women's hockey stalwart Vandana Katariya has officially announced her retirement from international hockey, bringing an end to an extraordinary career that spanned over 15 years.
First rejected, now pleading: Yogeshwar Dutt mocks Vinesh Phogat for seeking silver medallist benefits
Chandigarh, March 31: Olympic bronze medallist Yogeshwar Dutt on Monday took a sharp dig at wrestler-turned politician Vinesh Phogat over her ‘haughtiness’ and mocked her for reclaiming the state benefits which she rejected earlier in a ‘fit of arrogance’.
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.
Nishant Dev eyes professional boxing stint before Olympic comeback
Greater Noida, March 28: Indian boxer Nishant Dev, who was part of the Indian contingent at the Paris Olympics, has set his sights on professional boxing for the next three years. However, he remains committed to his Olympic dream and plans to return to the amateur circuit in time for the next Games.
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.
Gabba to be demolished post 2032 Olympics, Brisbane to get new stadium
Melbourne, March 25: The Gabba, Brisbane’s iconic stadium, is set to be demolished following the 2032 Olympic Games, with cricket moving to a new 60,000-capacity venue in the Victoria Park area. This state-of-the-art stadium is being built as part of the Olympic infrastructure.
The Gabba to be demolished after 2032 Olympics Games
Melbourne, March 25: The iconic Gabba Stadium at Brisbane will undergo demolition following the 2032 Olympic Games, with cricket moving to a new 60,000-capacity stadium in the Victoria Park area of Brisbane, which will be built for the Olympics.
Jaismine Lamboria cruises to Women's Nationals' quarterfinals with another dominant win
Greater Noida, March 23: Commonwealth Games medallist Jaismine Lamboria continued her stellar run at the 8th Elite Women's National Boxing Championship 2025, securing a dominant second-round RSC victory over Chandigarh's Ruchika in the preliminaries.