WPL 2026: Meg Lanning announced new captain of UP Warriorz

IANS | January 4, 2026 7:59 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) Former Australia captain Meg Lanning has been appointed as the new skipper of UP Warriorz (UPW) for the upcoming season of the Women's Premier League (WPL), said the franchise through its social media accounts on Sunday.

Nationak 4W Racing C'ship: Pune teenagers Arjun Chheda, Sai Shiva Sankaran top

IANS | January 4, 2026 7:42 PM

Chennai, Jan 4 (IANS) Pune teenagers Arjun Chheda and Sai Shiva Sankaran held off their rivals from Bengaluru to win the MRF Formula 2000 and Formula 1600 races, respectively, to kick-start their campaign in the third round of the MMSC fmsci Indian National Car Racing Championship 2025, at the Madras International Circuit, here on Sunday.

KIBG provide platform to showcase skills on natural surface: Mandaviya

IANS | January 4, 2026 7:14 PM

Diu, Jan 4 (IANS) Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr Mansukh Mandaviya said that the Khelo India Beach Games provide athletes with a unique platform to express their skills on a naturally beautiful surface, while also promoting a strong sporting culture across the country.

Women's HIL: Shrachi Bengal Tigers prevail 1-0 against hosts Ranchi Royals

IANS | January 4, 2026 5:55 PM

Ranchi, Jan 4 (IANS) With a disciplined and determined performance, Shrachi Bengal Tigers secured a 1-0 victory against Ranchi Royals in match number eight of the Women’s Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 at Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astro Turf Hockey Stadium on Sunday. Agustina Gorzelany (37’) scored the decisive goal of the game to help her side register three points and move to second place on the points table.

Players hail growing opportunities as PM Modi inaugurates Volleyball Nationals in Varanasi

IANS | January 4, 2026 5:39 PM

Varanasi, Jan 4 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 72nd National Volleyball Tournament on Sunday via video conference, marking a significant moment for Indian volleyball. Players from across the country welcomed the initiative and highlighted the growing institutional support, improved facilities, and expanding opportunities being extended to athletes under the current sports ecosystem.