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'It will popularise squash among youth': PM Modi hails Anahat's historic World Junior triumph

IANS | July 26, 2026 3:30 PM

New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated young squash sensation Anahat Singh after she scripted history by becoming the first Indian to win the World Junior Squash Championship title, calling her triumph a 'historic feat' and expressing confidence that it would inspire more youngsters to take up the sport.

CWG 2026: India lose to Namibia, suffer first defeat in women’s pairs Bowls

IANS | July 26, 2026 2:40 PM

Glasgow, July 26 (IANS) India's Rupa Rani Tirkey and Pinki Singh suffered their first defeat of the Commonwealth Games 2026 women's pairs lawn bowls competition after losing to Namibia's Amanda Steenkamp and Diana Viljoen in a dramatic Group B contest on Sunday.

Adani Ahmedabad Marathon returns for 10th edition on Nov 29, registrations open

IANS | July 26, 2026 2:17 PM

Ahmedabad, July 26 (IANS) Adani Sportsline on Sunday opened registrations for the landmark 10th edition of the Ahmedabad Marathon, which will be held on November 29, with the announcement coinciding with Kargil Vijay Diwas.

Ishan wins 'Best Attitude of the match' award after series-clinching win over Zimbabwe

IANS | July 26, 2026 1:41 PM

Harare, July 26 (IANS) Wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan grabbed India’s ‘Best Attitude of the Match’ award after his match-winning performance in the second T20I against Zimbabwe, with Strength and Conditioning Coach A.I. Harsha praised his professionalism and commitment throughout the tour.

'We came for gold, but got something equally valuable': Rani Rampal on Hockey5s Asian silver

IANS | July 26, 2026 1:38 PM

New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) India sub-junior women's hockey team coach Rani Rampal reflected on the runners-up finish at the FIH Youth Hockey5s Asian Championship and stated that although the team was eyeing the gold, the final gave the youngsters "something equally valuable".

From lockups to living rooms: As 'crime falls', Glasgow closes old police stations, builds 'homes'

Chetan Sharma | July 26, 2026 1:34 PM

Glasgow, July 26 (IANS) The heavy iron gates are still there. The imposing stone facades remain unchanged. But behind the walls that once held suspects and housed police officers, a very different life is beginning.

CWG 2026: 'Never stop learning,' Yogeshwar outlines India's gymnastics vision after reaching all-around final

IANS | July 26, 2026 1:25 PM

New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) Indian gymnast Yogeshwar Singh urged aspiring athletes to embrace continuous learning after qualifying for the men's all-around final at the Commonwealth Games. He reflected on India's growing stature in gymnastics, the improvements in coaching and infrastructure, and the progress being made by the country's next generation, following his qualification alongside compatriot Tapan Mohanty.

Shikhar Dhawan hails Anahat Singh after historic World Junior squash triumph

IANS | July 26, 2026 12:55 PM

New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) Former India cricketer Shikhar Dhawan congratulated teenage squash sensation Anahat Singh after she scripted history by becoming the first Indian to win the World Junior Squash Championship. The 17-year-old achieved the milestone on Saturday at Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada, defeating Egypt’s Ruqayya Salem in straight games to secure the biggest title of her career and end Egypt’s 15-year dominance in the women’s event.

'Take confidence, not comfort from the series win,' says Laxman after Zimbabwe rout

IANS | July 26, 2026 12:45 PM

Harare, July 26 (IANS) India's head coach VVS Laxman urged his players to draw confidence rather than comfort from their commanding performances against Zimbabwe after the visitors sealed the three-match T20I series with a game to spare.

PM Modi hails Indian youth, 'Nari Shakti' for recent sports achievements in 'Mann Ki Baat'

IANS | July 26, 2026 12:42 PM

New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday lauded Indian youth and women athletes for their remarkable achievements on the global sports stage, highlighting badminton star PV Sindhu's historic Japan Open title and a historic Test match victory by the Indian women's cricket team at Lord's.

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'It will popularise squash among youth': PM Modi hails Anahat's historic World Junior triumph

CWG 2026: India lose to Namibia, suffer first defeat in women’s pairs Bowls

Adani Ahmedabad Marathon returns for 10th edition on Nov 29, registrations open

Ishan wins 'Best Attitude of the match' award after series-clinching win over Zimbabwe

'We came for gold, but got something equally valuable': Rani Rampal on Hockey5s Asian silver

From lockups to living rooms: As 'crime falls', Glasgow closes old police stations, builds 'homes'

CWG 2026: 'Never stop learning,' Yogeshwar outlines India's gymnastics vision after reaching all-around final

Shikhar Dhawan hails Anahat Singh after historic World Junior squash triumph

'Take confidence, not comfort from the series win,' says Laxman after Zimbabwe rout

PM Modi hails Indian youth, 'Nari Shakti' for recent sports achievements in 'Mann Ki Baat'

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