‘Athletes had to fly to Moscow just for biometrics’: Russian official on travel hurdles for New Delhi GP

IANS | March 12, 2026 7:30 PM

New Delhi, March 12 (IANS) Even as athletes from several nations gathered in the Indian capital for the World Para Athletics Grand Prix, travel logistics and administrative requirements remained one of the key challenges for international teams making their way to the competition. Andrey Sukhov, a team official with the Russian Paralympic Committee, said participating in major international competitions is a significant milestone for para athletes who spend years preparing for such opportunities.

‘I don’t see empty stands, I see opportunity’: World Para Athletics chief Paul bullish on India’s para sport future

IANS | March 12, 2026 6:52 PM

New Delhi, March 12 (IANS) "I see opportunity." That was how Paul Fitzgerald, head of World Para Athletics, chose to frame the atmosphere at the ongoing World Para Athletics Grand Prix, highlighting the immense potential he believes India has to shape the future of para sport.

Good chance for aspiring athletes to evaluate performance in outdoor throwing event in Patiala

IANS | March 6, 2026 8:11 PM

Patiala (Punjab), March 6 (IANS) Two-time Asian Games champion in men’s shot put, Tajinderpal Singh Toor, has meticulously chalked out his plans for the 2026 competitive season, which include major events like the Commonwealth Games and the Asian Games.

Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya reviews Asian Games 2026 preparations; assures full support for Indian athletes

IANS | March 5, 2026 2:35 PM

New Delhi, March 5 (IANS) Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday chaired a high-level meeting at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) headquarters to review India’s preparations for the 2026 Asian Games, scheduled to be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan from September 19 to October 4.

KIWG 2026: From coffee hills to cold glory—the story of sprint queen Bhavani Thekkeda

IANS | February 25, 2026 5:07 PM

Gulmarg (J&K), Feb 25 (IANS) In a country where snow falls like a birth right, Bhavani Thekkeda Nanjunda had to borrow her first winter. She grew up in the coffee-scented hills of Kodagu, Karnataka where the earth is red, the mornings are misty, and snow exists only on television screens.

New Delhi Marathon: Kartik, Nirmaben take home men & women crown; 3 elite men qualify for Asian Games

IANS | February 22, 2026 5:25 PM

New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) Mumbai’s Kartik Karkera scorched the route all along the 11th edition of the New Delhi Marathon to annex the prestigious crown here on Sunday.

Punjab’s Sahil upsets fancied race walkers to clinch gold in men’s 21km; Haryana's Ravina bags women's title

IANS | February 22, 2026 4:13 PM

Chandigarh, Feb 22 (IANS) Punjab’s race walker Sahil grabbed the opportunity to stay ahead of his more fancied rivals to finish first in the men’s half marathon walk (21km) on the final day of the 13th edition of the Indian Open Race Walk Competition here on Sunday.

Indian Open Race Walk: Ram Baboo, Manju walk away with full marathon titles on Day 1

IANS | February 21, 2026 4:27 PM

Chandigarh, Feb 21 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh's international race walker Ram Baboo and Punjab’s Manju each won gold medals in the men's and women’s 42km full marathon walk at the 13th Indian Open Race Walk Competition held at Sukhna Lake on Saturday.

Dubai GP - Fazza Para Athletics: India finish on top with 43 medals

IANS | February 17, 2026 2:31 PM

Dubai, Feb 17 (IANS) India delivered a commanding performance at the opening Dubai 2026 Grand Prix- Fazza International Athletics Championships, finishing on top of the medals table with an overall 43 medals, laced by 16 gold, 13 silver and 14 bronze.

‘Commitment to sports and Nation above all’: IOA president Usha reaches Milan for Winter Olympics

IANS | February 13, 2026 4:58 PM

New Delhi, Feb 13 (IANS) Arriving in Milan with deep personal sorrow, the Indian Olympic Association president PT Usha on Friday reaffirmed that serving the nation and the Olympic Movement is her top priority.

Athletics

‘Athletes had to fly to Moscow just for biometrics’: Russian official on travel hurdles for New Delhi GP

‘I don’t see empty stands, I see opportunity’: World Para Athletics chief Paul bullish on India’s para sport future

Good chance for aspiring athletes to evaluate performance in outdoor throwing event in Patiala

Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya reviews Asian Games 2026 preparations; assures full support for Indian athletes

KIWG 2026: From coffee hills to cold glory—the story of sprint queen Bhavani Thekkeda

New Delhi Marathon: Kartik, Nirmaben take home men & women crown; 3 elite men qualify for Asian Games

Punjab’s Sahil upsets fancied race walkers to clinch gold in men’s 21km; Haryana's Ravina bags women's title

Indian Open Race Walk: Ram Baboo, Manju walk away with full marathon titles on Day 1

Dubai GP - Fazza Para Athletics: India finish on top with 43 medals

‘Commitment to sports and Nation above all’: IOA president Usha reaches Milan for Winter Olympics

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