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'Great initiative to empower women', Kalari professional S. Mahesh hails 'Nari to Narayani' meet

IANS | March 8, 2026 2:13 PM

New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) The two-day National Convention 'Nari to Narayani' on the occassion of International Women's Day is a great initiative to empower women, said Kalari professional S. Mahesh, who was part of panel at the two-day meet that celebrate women’s success also acted as a catalyst for new ideas and partnerships that will shape the India of tomorrow.

'Empowering women is empowering society': Sports Min Mandaviya at FIT India Pink Cyclothon

IANS | March 8, 2026 2:05 PM

Kolkata, March 8 (IANS) Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya on Sunday said empowering women strengthens families and society, stressing that greater participation of women in sports and fitness activities is vital for the nation’s progress.

Pink-ball Test: Fitting farewell for Healy as Australia crush India by 10 wickets, seal multi-format series 12-4

IANS | March 8, 2026 1:40 PM

Perth, March 8 (IANS) Alyssa Healy didn't get a chance to bat one final time, but Australia women ensured her international career ended on a winning note as they beat India to register a commanding 10-wicket win on Day 3 of the one-off Test at the WACA Ground on Sunday. With this victory, Australia also clinched the multi-format series with an unassailable 12-4 lead over India.

T20 WC: Five key battles to watch out for in IND vs NZ final

IANS | March 8, 2026 1:15 PM

Ahmedabad, March 8 (IANS) Defending champions India will face off against New Zealand in the final match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday.

'Let's bring this home': Indian women team rooting for Men in Blue to lift T20 WC in front of home crowd in Ahmedabad

IANS | March 8, 2026 1:02 PM

New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) Indian women's team and coach Amol Muzumdar cheer for Men in Blue to lift the ICC T20 World Cup at home when the Suryakumar Yadav-led side will cross swords with New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday evening.

T20 WC Final: 'Henry can cause problems, Samson have to play carefully against him,' says Aakash Chopra

IANS | March 8, 2026 11:46 AM

New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra believes New Zealand pacer Matt Henry could pose a serious challenge for India’s batters in the final of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

NZ seamer Lea Tahuhu retires from ODI cricket

IANS | March 8, 2026 11:32 AM

Wellington, March 8 (IANS) New Zealand seamer Lea Tahuhu has announced her retirement from Women's ODIs, drawing curtains on her 15-year career in the format. She will continue to be available for selection in T20Is.

ICC chair Jay Shah extends best wishes for India & NZ for T20 WC final

IANS | March 8, 2026 11:20 AM

New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) As the two cricketing giants, India and New Zealand, are set to lock horns in the T20 World Cup final at the Narendra Modi Stadium, the ICC chairman Jay Shah extended his best wishes to both nations ahead of the summit clash.

'India may be favourites, but that doesn't guarantee the trophy,' says NZ coach ahead of T20 WC final

IANS | March 8, 2026 11:12 AM

Ahmedabad, March 8 (IANS) New Zealand head coach Rob Walter acknowledged India’s status as favourites ahead of the T20 World Cup final to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday, but insisted that the Black Caps are comfortable embracing the underdog tag and backing their collective strength to challenge for the title.

T20 WC: Dhoni arrives in Ahmedabad ahead of IND-NZ summit clash

IANS | March 8, 2026 10:49 AM

Ahmedabad, March 8 (IANS) Former Indian captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni arrived here in the city on Sunday morning hours before the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 final to be played between India and New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

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'Great initiative to empower women', Kalari professional S. Mahesh hails 'Nari to Narayani' meet

'Empowering women is empowering society': Sports Min Mandaviya at FIT India Pink Cyclothon

Pink-ball Test: Fitting farewell for Healy as Australia crush India by 10 wickets, seal multi-format series 12-4

T20 WC: Five key battles to watch out for in IND vs NZ final

'Let's bring this home': Indian women team rooting for Men in Blue to lift T20 WC in front of home crowd in Ahmedabad

T20 WC Final: 'Henry can cause problems, Samson have to play carefully against him,' says Aakash Chopra

NZ seamer Lea Tahuhu retires from ODI cricket

ICC chair Jay Shah extends best wishes for India & NZ for T20 WC final

'India may be favourites, but that doesn't guarantee the trophy,' says NZ coach ahead of T20 WC final

T20 WC: Dhoni arrives in Ahmedabad ahead of IND-NZ summit clash

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