Record 24,000-plus runners participate in 9th Adani Ahmedabad Marathon

IANS | November 30, 2025 4:53 PM

Ahmedabad, Nov 30 (IANS) The city of Ahmedabad transformed into a vibrant celebration of endurance and unity as more than 24,000 runners took part in the 9th Adani Ahmedabad Marathon at the Sabarmati Riverfront Sports Park. Anchored in the purpose-led theme of #Run4OurSoldiers, the marathon once again brought the city together in a spirited tribute to India’s Armed Forces, with this year’s run carrying deeper significance in the backdrop of Operation Sindoor.

Virat has a 'zidd' to prove his critics wrong: Kaif

IANS | November 30, 2025 4:20 PM

New Delhi, Nov 30 (IANS) Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif lauded talismanic batter Virat Kohli's impressive show in the ongoing first ODI against South Africa and said that the veteran batter has a "zidd to prove his critics wrong."

Rohit Sharma breaks Shahid Afridi's record for most sixes in ODI history

IANS | November 30, 2025 3:31 PM

Ranchi, Nov 30 (IANS) India's stalwart Rohit Sharma played a superb innings against South Africa in the first ODI on Sunday and another feather to his already illustrious cap by breaking the former Pakistan cricketer Shahid Afridi's world record for most sixes in ODIs by hitting three maximums at the JSCA International Stadium Complex on Sunday.

Bangladesh add Shamim Hossain for third Ireland T20I

IANS | November 30, 2025 3:03 PM

New Delhi, Nov 30 (IANS) Bangladesh have recalled middle-order batter Shamim Hossain for the third and final T20I against Ireland, a decision that follows an unusual public disagreement between captain Litton Das and the national selectors. The match is scheduled to be played on Tuesday.

Siddi community's Shalina Sayer's KIUG 2025 bronze celebrates inclusivity and identity

IANS | November 30, 2025 2:33 PM

Bharatpur, Nov 30 (IANS) The Khelo India Games once again demonstrated their commitment to inclusivity as Shalina Sayer Siddhi of Karnatak University, Dharwad, clinched her first medal at the Khelo India University Games (KIUG) on Friday. Competing in the women’s 57kg freestyle wrestling event at Lohagarh Stadium, Shalina secured bronze, an achievement that carries symbolic weight for the Siddi community she represents.