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Rourkela, Jan 3: Experienced goalie David Harte starred in the shootout for Tamil Nadu Dragons as they clinched an important bonus point against Vedanta Kalinga Lancers after a 2-2 (6-5) win via shootout in the ongoing Hockey India League 2024-25 at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium here on Friday.

Coimbatore, Jan 3: Sonipat Spartans, Kurukshetra Warriors, Chennai Tamizhans and Palani Tuskers emerged victorious in four one-sided matches on the opening day as the highly-anticipated Division 1 of the 11th Yuva Kabaddi Series kicked off in style at the Karpagam Academy of Higher Education here on Friday.

Guwahati, Jan 3: NorthEast United FC and Mohammedan SC played out a goalless draw in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium here on Friday night, ending the Northeast side's goal-scoring spree.

Tiruvallur, Jan 3 : Indian para-badminton player Manisha Ramadass has been selected to receive the prestigious Arjuna Award, the second-highest sporting honour of India, for her bronze medal at the 2024 Paris Paralympics. The 19-year-old will take the honour as motivation as she aims to win the gold at the 2028 Paralympic Games in Los Angeles.

Rourkela, Jan 3: Yet to score their first outright win in the event, Delhi SG Pipers face a keen contest when they take on second-paced Shrachi Rarh Bengal Warriors in their third match of the Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 at the Birsa Munda Stadium here on Saturday.

Rourkela: , Jan 3 (IANS) Former India forward and hockey coach Jagbir Singh suffered a massive heart attack and was admitted to a hospital here on Friday. Two-time Olympian Jagbir is in Rourkela for the Hockey India League with Team Gonasika.

Jamshedpur, Jan 3: Jamshedpur FC will host Bengaluru FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 at the JRD Tata Sports Complex here on Saturday. Jamshedpur FC are looking to break a frustrating streak against Bengaluru FC, having failed to win in their last six ISL encounters against the Blues (D2 L4). The Men of Steel haven’t found the back of the net in four of the said matches.

Bhubaneswar, Jan 3: FC Goa take on Odisha FC in an away match of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 at the Kalinga Stadium here on Saturday with both teams hoping to build on their current form and boost their position the points table with three points.

Leh, Jan 3: The second edition of the Ice Hockey League will be held in Ladakh from January 4 to 13 at the Nawang Dorjay Stobdan (NDS) Stadium, here with 10 men's and five women's teams fighting it out for the top honours.

New Delhi, Jan 3: The Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) on Friday unveiled the trophies for the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup, scheduled for January 13-19. Under the aegis of the Sports Authority of India (SAI), the tournament will showcase 21 men's and 20 women's teams from 24 countries across six continents at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium.

Rourkela, Jan 2: UP Rudras took on Soorma Hockey Club and beat them 3-0 in the Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium here on Thursday. This is UP Rudras' second successive win in as many matches as they lead the standings with six points.

New Delhi, Jan 2: “All the hard work that I have put in over the last two years has paid off,” said Sukhjeet Singh, who was a key member of India's bronze medal-winning men's hockey team at the Paris Olympics, after getting nominated for the prestigious Arjuna Award. “Winning a bronze medal at the Paris Olympics was a dream come true, and now being nominated for the Arjuna Award is a big achievement for me,” he added.

Kolkata, Jan 2: Mohun Bagan Super Giant started the New Year with a 3-0 victory over Hyderabad FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan here on Thursday. Jose Molina’s men were on the offensive and went ahead courtesy of an own goal by Stefan Sapic followed by a superb goal from Tom Aldred in the first half. Early in the second half, Jason Cummings scored the third as they secured their 10th win of this season of the competition.

New Delhi, Jan 2: The Indian shooting fraternity was overjoyed on Thursday as the government decided to confer acclaimed rifle coach Deepali Deshpande with the prestigious Dronacharya award for coaches, while pistol ace Manu Bhaker was nominated for the highest sports award, Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna for athletes.

Gurugram, Jan 2: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Thursday participated in the Veer Mata Jija Bai State-Level Felicitation Ceremony organised by the state unit of Kreeda Bharati in Gurugram in the honour of mothers of medal winners and participating players in the Paralympics and Olympic Games.

Mumbai, Jan 2: India's first gold medallist in Paralympic Games, Murlikant Rajaram Petkar was on Thursday elated by the news that the Sports Ministry has recommended him for the Arjuna Award in the Lifetime category and said his lone remaining wish has been fulfilled.

Bengaluru, Jan 2: Debutant forward Lhingdeikim netted four goals as the senior India women’s team began its 2025 international campaign on a bright note, defeating the Maldives 11-1 in the second FIFA Friendly at the Padukone-Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence, here on Thursday. The Blue Tigresses led 6-1 at half-time.

Mumbai, Jan 2: India’s promising air rifle shooters will fight it out at the 15th RR Lakshya Cup 2024 on January 4 and 5, 2025 at the fully electronic Lakshya Shooting Club at Karnala Sports Academy in Panvel, Navi Mumbai. The reigning men’s and women’s national air rifle shooting champions, Shahu Mane, an alumnus of Lakshya Shooting Club, and Ananya Naidu will be among the leading air rifle shooters from the country who will be vying for top honours at the 15th RR Lakshya Cup.

Guwahati, Jan 2: NorthEast United FC will host Mohammedan SC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium on Friday.

New Delhi, Jan 2: Para-athlete Praveen Kumar, who won the gold medal in the men's high jump T64 at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, expressed his delight on being honoured with the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award and said under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's guidance, para-sports is getting much-needed recognition.

New Delhi, Jan 2: Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday congratulated the athletes who were named for the National Sports Awards for 2024. Double Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker, World Chess champion Gukesh D, Indian men's hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh, and Paris Paralympics gold medallist Praveen Kumar were awarded the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award.

Gurugram, Jan 2: LIV Golf on Thursday announced a star-studded lineup for the first-ever International Series tournament in India scheduled to take place at the prestigious DLF Golf and Country Club here from January 30 to February 2. As part of the Asian Tour’s International Series, the tournament features a $2 million prize purse and promises to be a milestone event for Indian golf, with a lineup of global icons and rising stars.

Mumbai, Jan 2: The Sports Ministry made some more course corrections and awarded the Arjuna Award (Lifetime) to para-swimmer Murlikant Rajaram Petkar, India's first gold medallist in the Paralympic Games, conferring on him the prestigious award 52 years after he made history for the country in Heidelberg, Germany.

New Delhi, Jan 2: World Chess champion Gukesh D and Paris Olympics and Paralympics medallists - Manu Bhaker (shooting), Harmanpreet Singh (hockey) and Praveen Kumar (para-athlete) are to be conferred with Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award 2024 by President of India Droupadi Murmu at a specially organised function at Rashtrapati Bhavan on January 17, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports announced on Thursday.

Coimbatore, Jan 2: The Division 2 stage of the 11th Yuva Kabaddi Series concluded in spectacular fashion at the Karpagam Academy of Higher Education in Coimbatore, marking a thrilling start to the new year. The grand finale between UP Falcons and Chandigarh Chargers was a nail-biting affair, with the Falcons emerging victorious by a single point in a dramatic 33-32 finish.

Rourkela: , Jan 1 (IANS) Seasoned drag-flicker Rupinderpal Singh rolled back the years as he scored a brace to help the Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers beat Team Gonasika in their Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 match at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium here on Wednesday. Rupinderpal Singh (31st min and 48th min) scored from a penalty corner and a penalty stroke while Manpreet Singh scored Team Gonasika’s solitary goal.

Kolkata, Jan 1: As they gear up to take on former winner Hyderabad FC in the year's first match in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 on Thursday, Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) head coach Jose Molina provided fitness updates on some key players, delivering some good and some not-so-good news ahead of the game at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan here.

Bengaluru, Jan 1: In the first game of 2025, the Indian senior women's team will face Maldives in the second of two FIFA international friendlies at the Padukone-Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence here on Thursday. After winning 14-0 in the first meeting on December 30, coach Joakim Alexandersson has made six changes to his squad of 23 for Thursday's match.

Mumbai, Jan 1: Arjun Erigaisi maintained his rating of 2801 and retained the fourth spot while newly-crowned World Classical World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju occupied the fifth position in the classical Open section in the first ranking list of 2025 released by International Chess Federation (FIDE) on Wednesday.

Rourkela, Jan 1: After a grand opening on December 28, the Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 is in full swing, with eight men’s teams delivering spectacular performances at the iconic Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Rourkela, Odisha. International Hockey Federation (FIH) President Dato Tayyab Ikram believes the tournament is a great initiative for global hockey.

New Delhi, Jan 1: The youngest-ever World Champion in the history of the game, Gukesh Dommaraju met with one of the leading business tycoons of the country, Gautam Adani, who heaped praise on the 18-year-old Indian Grandmaster for his tremendous achievement in the world of Chess.

Rourkela, Jan 1: After fighting back from a goal deficit to claim two points in their opening match, the Soorma Hockey Club are set to take on the UP Rudras in their second match of the Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium here on Thursday, hoping to ride the momentum and gain full points with an outright win.

Kolkata, Jan 1: Mohun Bagan Super Giant will host Hyderabad FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 on Thursday at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan.

New Delhi, Jan 1: Indian chess prodigy R Vaishali scripted a memorable finish to 2024, clinching a bronze medal in the women’s section of the World Blitz Championship on Wednesday.

Coimbatore, Jan 1: The Division 2 of the Yuva Kabaddi Series is heading toward a conclusion as UP Falcons solidified their position at the top and secured a spot in the final against Chandigarh Chargers.

Hyderabad, Dec 31: A goal booted in from almost a kissing distance by Robi Hansda deep into the add-on time made all the difference as West Bengal regained the coveted National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy after seven years, defeating Kerala 1-0 in the final at the Gachibowli Stadium here on Tuesday. This was West Bengal’s 33rd title in the National Football Championship, but the emotional fillip the victory generated was not to be missed as the players kissed and hugged the trophy.

Hyderabad, December 31: A goal in the final gasp winner from Robi Hansda was enough for West Bengal to lift the coveted Santosh Trophy after defeating Kerala by 1-0 in the final on Tuesday.

Mumbai, December 31: As the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season capped off its 14th match week, notable changes in attacking, defensive and overall tactical trends have emerged as compared to the previous season. The numbers not only paint a vivid picture of an action-packed campaign but also lay the foundation for storylines that deserve further exploration.

Rourkela, December 31: After making a dream start with two early goals via Amandeep Lakra (11') and Gonzalo Peillat (13'), Hyderabad Toofans squandered the lead to allow Delhi SG Pipers to bounce back in the game and draw 2-2 in regulation time here in a thrilling clash at the on-going Hockey India League 2025 on the New Year's Eve.

Rourkela, Dec 31: After making a dream start with two early goals via Amandeep Lakra (11') and Gonzalo Peillat (13'), Hyderabad Toofans squandered the lead to allow Delhi SG Pipers to bounce back and draw 2-2 in regulation time in a thrilling clash in the Hockey India League 2025 on the New Year's Eve. It was goals by Dilraj Singh (21') and Gareth Furlong (50') that helped SG Pipers equalise. However, Toofans held their nerves to clinch the bonus point with a 5-4 win in the shootout.

Harbin, Dec 31 : The identity registration cards for the 2025 Asian Winter Games will be officially activated at midnight on January 1, according to the Harbin Exit-Entry Border Inspection Station. Held from February 7 to 14, 2025, in Harbin, capital of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, the Asian Winter Games will welcome participants and officials from across the continent. Official entry and exit services for the event will begin on January 27.

New Delhi, Dec 31: On the last day of competition, Amateur Riders' Club (ARC) rider Stasya Pandya showcased her exceptional talent at the National Equestrian Championship (Children II & Junior) 2024, held here on Tuesday.

New Delhi, Dec 31: The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has formally recognised the newly-elected Governing Council of the Indian Golf Union (IGU) following a contentious election process. The recognised office-bearers of the IGU Governing Council are Harish Kumar Shetty (President), Basant Kumar Repswal (Secretary General), and Manoj Joshi (Honorary Treasurer).

Bhopal, Dec 31: Maharashtra’s Ananya Naidu won the women’s 10m Air Rifle event of the ongoing 67th National Shooting Championship Competitions (NSCC) (Rifle) with a score of 252.5 in the final at the M.P. State Academy (MPSA) shooting range here on Tuesday.

New Delhi, Dec 31: With historic achievements in chess, cricket, athletics, shooting, Para-sports, boxing, wrestling, tennis, and table tennis, 2024 significantly brought into focus India's rise as a sporting nation with ambitions of hosting the Summer Olympics in 2036.

New Delhi, Dec 31: After facing a mixed run of results in 2024, Indian shuttlers will gear up for the New Year with enthusiasm as the season began with the Malaysia Open and India Open but the main focus will be on the most prestigious All England Open Badminton Championship and World Championship along with other big events.

New Delhi, December 31: It was a landmark year for Indian Chess, as the land of many skilled grandmasters and home of legendary Vishwanathan Anand achieved some historic accomplishments at international competitions, be it the Chess Olympiad or the International Chess Federation (FIDE) World Championships.

New Delhi, December 31: In another interesting day of action at the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT), Abhishek Sharma blasted a 60-ball century for Punjab while veteran Mayank Agarawal continued his rampaging run of form with a hat-trick of centuries.

New Delhi, December 31: The Paris Olympics was a bittersweet voyage for the Indian contingent after failing to clinch a single gold medal at the recently concluded Summer Games. However, it was the year of Manu Bhaker, who gained fame following her double Olympic medals.

Mumbai, Dec 31: As the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season capped off its 14th match week, notable changes in attacking, defensive and overall tactical trends have emerged as compared to the previous season. The numbers not only paint a vivid picture of an action-packed campaign but also lay the foundation for storylines that deserve further exploration.

Bengaluru, Dec 31: Joakim Alexandersson made a thumping start to his coaching career as head coach of the women's national team as India dominated Maldives 14-0 in the first of two FIFA women's friendlies in Bengaluru. What made it special was that as many as eight players made their senior India debut, and the Swede has assured that there will be more in the second game on January 2.

Perth, Dec 31: Taylor Fritz and Coco Gauff guided USA to the United Cup quarterfinals with a 3-0 win against Croatia on Tuesday.

Dubai, December 31: West Indies Women skipper Hayley Matthews is back in the top 10 of the ICC Women's Batting Rankings following his seventh international ODI ton, according to ICC.

Coimbatore, December 31: The Yuva Kabaddi Series continued its thrilling run on the eighth day of Division 2 at the Karpagam Academy of Higher Education in Coimbatore on Monday, an official release from the league said.

New Delhi, December 31: 2024 turned out to be a game-changing year for shooter Manu Bhaker, who created history at the Paris Olympics 2024 by winning two medals in shooting events, and becoming the first Indian athlete in the post-independence era to achieve this feat after Norman Pritchard in 1900.

Mumbai, December 31: After conceding a defeat against NorthEast United in the Indian Super League (ISL), Mumbai City FC head coach Peter Kratky said that they need to be more focused, reported the league's official website.

New Delhi, December 31: The torchbearer of Indian football, Sunil Chhetri, announced his retirement in 2024, bidding farewell to a career that spanned over two decades.

Melbourne, December 31: Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan shared his candid views on Virat Kohli's recent performance and discipline at the crease. Pathan did not hold back in his assessment of Kohli, underlining that the veteran batter has repeatedly been dismissed in the same fashion.

Pune, December 31: Haryana Steelers' camp roared in celebration on Sunday at the Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex in Balewadi, Pune, after scripting a memorable 32-23 win in the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) season 11 Final against Patna Pirates.

Rourkela, December 31: James Mazarelo delivered a match-winning performance to help the UP Rudras secure a 3-1 victory against the Vedanta Kalinga Lancers in their Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 match at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Rourkela on Monday.