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.
Vadodara, Jan 4 (IANS) The New Year started on a positive and healthy note, with the 55th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle happening across 5000 locations nationwide, led by Vadodara in partnership with ‘Swachhta Senanis’ and the Department of Drinking Water & Sanitation, Government of Gujarat.
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.
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.
Dhaka, Jan 4 (IANS) The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) said it has formally requested the International Cricket Council (ICC) to relocate all of their 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup matches to venues outside India, citing safety and security concerns.
Sydney, Jan 4 (IANS) Former England captain Michael Atherton believes the ongoing Ashes series has become "one-dimensional" due to the lack of spin bowling caused by pitches being more in favour of fast bowlers.
Varanasi, Jan 4 (IANS) Underlining India’s growing sporting ambitions, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the country is making strong and sustained efforts to host the 2036 Olympic Games. Addressing the inaugural ceremony of the 72nd National Volleyball Championship virtually via video conferencing, PM Modi highlighted India’s recent experience and capability in successfully hosting major global sporting events.
Varanasi, Jan 4 (IANS) The 72nd National Volleyball Championship, being held at the Sigra Stadium in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, will host more than 58 teams comprising 1,000 players, representing different states, over the next week.
New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) Bangladesh will not travel to India to play in the T20 World Cup, said Asif Nazrul, an advisor to Bangladesh who also oversees the country's youth and sports ministry.
Sydney, Jan 4 (IANS) Australia’s spin bowling coach, Daniel Vettori, has defended the side’s decision to field an all-seam attack in the fifth Ashes Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) but insisted that spin bowling remains very important in the longer format.
