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PM Modi to address young athletes as ‘Khelo India Dialogue’ set for August 27

IANS | August 24, 2026 5:41 PM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address young athletes and youth leaders on sports, leadership and nation-building as part of a nationwide initiative, ‘Khelo India Dialogue – Khel Ki Baat, Pradhan Mantri Modi Ke Saath’, to be held across more than 1,500 educational institutions on August 27 to mark National Sports Day 2026.

2nd Test: India declares first innings at 503/9 after Dhruv Jurel hits unbeaten 115

IANS | August 24, 2026 5:27 PM

Colombo, Aug 24 (IANS) India declared their first innings at 503/9 in 138 overs after wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel reached his second Test century on day two of the second Test against Sri Lanka at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Ground on Monday.

Naveen-ul-Haq returns to Afghanistan’s squad for upcoming T20Is against India

IANS | August 24, 2026 5:20 PM

Kabul, Aug 24 (IANS) Fast bowler Naveen-ul-Haq has returned to the Afghanistan squad after recovering from a shoulder injury for the upcoming three-match T20 International series against India, scheduled to be played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on September 13, 15 and 17.

2nd Test: Day two’s play between India and Sri Lanka to resume after rain break

IANS | August 24, 2026 4:45 PM

Colombo, Aug 24 (IANS) Day two’s play in the second Test between India and Sri Lanka is set to resume at 4:25 pm local time following a lengthy weather disruption that forced an early tea break at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Ground on Monday.

‘Want to support a friend whom we played with and admired’: Kapil Dev backs Imran Khan, calls for humane treatment

IANS | August 24, 2026 4:36 PM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) Former India captain Kapil Dev has reiterated his support for former Pakistan captain and Prime Minister Imran Khan, calling for humane treatment and adequate facilities for his long-time friend after 21 former international cricketers wrote to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif seeking better conditions for the imprisoned former leader.

‘Alonso’s style fits perfectly with how I see the game’: Morgan Rogers explains Chelsea move

IANS | August 24, 2026 4:25 PM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) Morgan Rogers has revealed that Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso’s footballing philosophy and willingness to give him freedom on the pitch played a major role in his decision to join the Premier League club, as the England international begins a new chapter at Stamford Bridge.

Olly Stone signs two-year contract extension with Nottinghamshire

IANS | August 24, 2026 4:14 PM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) England fast bowler Olly Stone has signed a contract extension with County Championship holders Nottinghamshire that will see him stay at Trent Bridge for two more years. This came two days after he powered his County side to a 145-run win over Surrey in three days with a match haul of 10 wickets.

'Race to India Championship' to reshape PGTI season, boost pathway to DP World Tour

IANS | August 24, 2026 3:38 PM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) The Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) has introduced a new season-long race that will determine the leading performers of the 2026 campaign and add greater significance to the India Championship, with the season finale set to decide the Order of Merit champion for the first time.

'Ready to give everything for Bengaluru FC,' says Soham Varshneya on contract extrension

IANS | August 24, 2026 3:10 PM

Bengaluru, Aug 24 (IANS) Bengaluru FC's continued faith has given Soham Varshneya renewed motivation, with the youngster vowing to repay the club's belief after extending his stay. Varshneya said he remains “happy, focused” and ready to give his all for the club as he looks forward to being part of its next chapter.

2nd Test: Jaiswal, Fernando penalised after on-field altercation in Colombo

IANS | August 24, 2026 2:53 PM

Colombo, Aug 24 (IANS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday confirmed the sanctions for India batter Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sri Lanka fast bowler Asitha Fernando for their altercation on the first day of the second Test match at the Sinhalese Sports Club here.

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PM Modi to address young athletes as ‘Khelo India Dialogue’ set for August 27

2nd Test: India declares first innings at 503/9 after Dhruv Jurel hits unbeaten 115

Naveen-ul-Haq returns to Afghanistan’s squad for upcoming T20Is against India

2nd Test: Day two’s play between India and Sri Lanka to resume after rain break

‘Want to support a friend whom we played with and admired’: Kapil Dev backs Imran Khan, calls for humane treatment

‘Alonso’s style fits perfectly with how I see the game’: Morgan Rogers explains Chelsea move

Olly Stone signs two-year contract extension with Nottinghamshire

'Race to India Championship' to reshape PGTI season, boost pathway to DP World Tour

'Ready to give everything for Bengaluru FC,' says Soham Varshneya on contract extrension

2nd Test: Jaiswal, Fernando penalised after on-field altercation in Colombo

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