Kho Kho News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Junior National Kho Kho Championship Kick-starts in Gunjur, Bengaluru
Bengaluru, Dec 31: Top young players from affiliated states and organisations will be in action in the 44th Junior National Kho Kho Championship, kick-started at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Stadium in Gunjur, Bengaluru, on Wednesday.
Around 70 teams from 26 states & six UTs to participate in Junior National Kho Kho in Karnataka
New Delhi, Dec 26: Around 35 boys' and as many girls' teams are expected to participate in the 44th Junior National Kho Kho Championship 2025-26, scheduled from Dec 31 to January 4 at Gunjur, Bengaluru.
Pune, Dharashiv dominate 61st Senior State Kho Kho Championship
Beed (Maharashtra), December 22: The 61st Senior State Kho Kho Championship concluded in Beed, with Pune District men's team and Dharashiv District women's team clinching the top spots. The two-category event saw participation from 24 districts across Maharashtra, with 40 matches played in each category on a league-cum-knockout basis.
India to host inaugural Commonwealth Kho Kho Championship 2026
New Delhi, December 11: India will host the first Commonwealth Kho Kho Championship from March 9, 2026, to March 14, 2026, in which more than 24 Commonwealth Nations will participate.
Happy Wanderers crowned champions at 44th Junior State Kho Kho Championship
Sheopur, December 9: Happy Wanderers, Indore emerged as champions in both boys' and girls' categories at the 44th Junior State Kho Kho Championship, organised by the District Kho Kho Association, Sheopur, under the aegis of Madhya Bharat Kho Kho Association.
Dharashiv, Sangli crowned winners at Maharashtra State Junior Kho Kho Championship
Ahilyanagar, Dec 8: Dharashiv and Sangli emerged as champions in the boys' and girls' categories, respectively, in the 51st Junior State Kho Kho Championship conducted by Maharashtra State Kho Kho Association (MSKKA) held in Ahilyanagar.
From Rs 10 pocket money to Kreeda Ratna: Remarkable journey of Kho Kho Champion Gowtham MK
Bengaluru, December 4: A decade and a half of relentless struggles, triumphs, and turbulent moments flashed through the memory of Gowtham MK, the dedicated Kho Kho athlete, as he stood proudly receiving the prestigious Kreeda Ratna Award from Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.
Adilabad tops 44th Telangana State Junior Inter-District Kho Kho Championship
Hyderabad, December 1: Adilabad has emerged as the champion in both boys' and girls' categories at the 44th Telangana State Junior Inter-district Kho Kho Championship, held at Mythri Ground, Patancheru, Sangareddy on Sunday. The championship, which brought together 11 boys' and 11 girls' teams from across Telangana, was a testament to the state's passion for the sport. Chief Guest Gudem Mahipal Reddy, MLA, Patancheru, distributed the prizes to the winners.
Patiala dominates Punjab State Junior Kho Kho Championship in Hoshiarpur
Hoshiarpur, November 4: Patiala stamped its authority at the Punjab State Junior Kho Kho Championship 2025, claiming both the boys' and girls' titles at the event held on November 2 and 3, here at Rayat Bahra Professional University. The championship, which featured Under-18 teams from 15 districts, was organised by the Kho Kho Association of Hoshiarpur under the auspices of the Kho Kho Association of Punjab and the Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI), according to a release from KKFI.
Philippines gets recognised by Asian Kho Kho Federation
Singapore City, October 28: The Asian Kho Kho Federation (AKKF) has officially recognised the Kho-Kho Association of the Philippines, the national association of the Philippines for the sport, as one of its newest members, marking another milestone in the global expansion of the traditional Indian sport of Kho Kho. This recognition signifies the growing international appeal of the fast-paced tag sport, which continues to capture the interest of athletes and sports enthusiasts across continents, as per a release from AKKF.
Kerala and Karnataka reign supreme at 31st Senior South Zone Kho Kho Championship
Davangere, October 28: Kerala and Karnataka emerged champions at the 31st Senior South Zone Men and Women Kho Kho Championship 2025, held at the District Stadium, Davangere.
Daughters of the soil: How India's Kho Kho champions are becoming their families' real Lakshmis
New Delhi, October 17: As the lamps of Diwali flicker across India this year, from the tribal heartlands of Odisha to the sandy villages of Rajasthan and the chawls of Pune, some families are celebrating a new kind of Lakshmi Puja, one not marked by gold coins or rituals, but by pride and tears of joy. Their daughters, once told that sports were no place for women, have become symbols of fortune and empowerment through the game of Kho Kho.
Khelo India University Games to be held in Rajasthan from November 24
New Delhi, October 16: The fifth edition of the Khelo India University Games (KIUG) is set to take place in Rajasthan from November 24 to December 5, across seven cities. The Games will feature competitions in 23 medal sports and one demonstration sport (kho-kho).
From Odisha to Assam: How India's kho kho champions are lighting their families
New Delhi, Oct 16: As the lamps of Diwali flicker across India this year, from the tribal heartlands of Odisha to the sandy villages of Rajasthan and the chawls of Pune, some families are celebrating a new kind of Lakshmi Puja, one not marked by gold coins or rituals, but by pride and tears of joy.
Prime Minister Modi's 75th birthday marked with grand kho kho celebration in Ahmedabad
New Delhi, September 18: In a remarkable tribute to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 75th birthday, a record 152 Kho Kho teams gathered at the Sanskardham Campus in Godhavi, Ahmedabad, to participate in the Khele Sanand Sports League. The Taluk-level competition, which commenced on Wednesday, turned into a festive celebration of indigenous sport, with hundreds of young athletes showcasing their talent in one of India's oldest and fastest traditional games, as per a release from the Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI).
KKFI celebrates selection of 24 Kho Kho athletes into CISF
New Delhi, September 5: In a proud moment for Indian Kho Kho, 24 players - 12 men and 12 women - have been selected for the post of Head Constable in the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), through the sports quota.
UKK Junior Championship brings together 1500 students to boost grassroots Kho Kho
New Delhi, August 29: The capital witnessed the launch of the Ultimate Kho Kho (UKK) Junior Championship on the National Sports Day on Friday.
Kho Kho in the Americas: A traditional sport finds new turf
New Delhi, August 26: In the dynamic tapestry of America's sports culture, an indigenous game having its roots in South Asia is carving a distinctive niche for itself, finding surprising resonance in countries like the United States, Argentina, Brazil, and Peru. Once a cultural curiosity, Kho Kho is now becoming a purposeful grassroots movement, powered by educators, diaspora communities, and growing international recognition.
Kho-Kho players to join PM Modi in Independence Day celebrations
New Delhi, August 14: In a historic first for the sport, Kho Kho players will join Prime Minister Narendra Modi to partake in the Independence Day ceremony at the Red Fort on August 15.
Kho Kho WC winners to attend Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort for first time
New Delhi, Aug 14: In a historic first for the indigenous sport, players from the Indian men’s and women’s Kho Kho World Cup-winning teams have been invited as special guests to the 79th Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort. The invitation marks the first time Kho Kho players will be part of India’s Independence Day ceremony.
Telangana's V Naveen Kumar proves Kho Kho can shape champions on and off the field
Hyderabad, August 11: The journey of V Naveen Kumar, a Kho Kho player from Telangana, stands as a powerful testament to how indigenous sports can transform lives both on and off the field.
Kho Kho Player Sachin Bhargo awarded prestigious Vikram Award by MP government
New Delhi, Aug 6: Rising Kho Kho player Sachin Bhargo has been conferred the prestigious Vikram Award - 2023 by the Madhya Pradesh Government, in recognition of his excellence in the sport at the national and international level.
Kho Kho secures spot in major national sports calendars, signals new era of popularity
New Delhi, July 29: In yet another major milestone for Kho Kho, the sport has now been formally included in the annual sports calendar of All India Electricity Sports Control Board (AIESCB), the premier governing body committed to the regulation and advancement of sports within the electricity sector across India which is a development that underscores the sport's rising stature.
Kho Kho secures spot in major national sports calendars, signals new era of popularity
New Delhi, July 29: In yet another major milestone for Kho Kho, the sport has now been formally included in the annual sports calendar of All India Electricity Sports Control Board (AIESCB), the premier governing body committed to the regulation and advancement of sports within the electricity sector across India.
Breaking Ground: Australia's first Kho Kho Turf opens doors for future
Melbourne, July 22: Member of the Legislative Assembly for Liverpool in Australia's New South Wales (NSW), Charishma Kaliyanda, highlighted the opening of a new Kho Kho court at Marsden Road Public School, a first in Australia, according to a release from KKFI.
Kho Kho expands global presence with debut in Singapore
Singapore City, July 20: In a landmark step toward globalising one of India's oldest indigenous sports, Kho Kho made its debut in Singapore, marking an iconic day for the sport in the country.
Shagun Pandey shares how playing kho kho on the sets of 'Saru' transported him back to his school days
Mumbai, July 11: TV actor Shagun Pandey revealed how playing a game of Kho Kho on the sets of his show “Saru†transported him back to his school days.
Ultimate Kho Kho appoints Dhiraj Parasher as CEO to lead global expansion ahead of Season 3 kickoff on November 29
New Delhi, July 5: Ultimate Kho Kho (UKK), India's first professional Kho Kho league, today announced the appointment of Dhiraj Parasher as its new Chief Executive Officer, a pivotal leadership move as the league prepares to welcome international players for the first time in its most ambitious edition yet, with Season 3 kicking off on November 29, according to a release from UKK.
Sudhanshu Mittal re-elected as President of Kho Kho Federation of India
New Delhi, July 2: Sudhanshu Mittal has been re-elected as President while Upkar Singh Virk was elected as the General Secretary, as the Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) officially announced its new Governing Body following the successful conduct of elections at the KKFI headquarters in the national capital.
Sudhanshu Mittal re-elected as president of Kho Kho Federation of India
New Delhi, July 2: Sudhanshu Mittal has been re-elected as president of the Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) while Upkar Singh Virk has been elected as the general secretary as the federation announced its new governing body following the successful conduct of elections at the KKFI headquarters in the national capital.
India powers festivities to celebrate International Kho Kho Day
New Delhi, June 30: India spearheaded the festivities in the global observance of International Kho Kho Day, with celebrations highlighting the sport’s heritage and growing international footprint.
India powers global festivities as World celebrates International Kho Kho day
New Delhi, June 30: India spearheaded the festivities in the global observance of International Kho Kho Day, with celebrations highlighting the sport's heritage and growing international footprint. The day began with a high-energy rally at New Delhi's historic Jantar Mantar, where hundreds of players, coaches, and students marched together, led by officials from the Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI).
Ultimate Kho Kho season 3 to begin from November 29 in New Delhi
New Delhi, June 20: After two action-packed seasons, the Ultimate Kho Kho (UKK) returns for Season 3, which will feature players from leading Kho Kho-playing nations worldwide and will unfold high-intensity matchdays at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium from November 29.
Chasing dreams on Kho Kho field: Monika's journey from adversity to World Cup champion
New Delhi, June 19: Before Kho Kho came into Monika's life, her story was already being written by others. Growing up in a remote village of the Gopalpur block in Bihar's Bhagalpur, her future seemed mapped out by tradition: early marriage, limited education, and a life constrained by circumstance. Her hometown was frequently affected by floods and seasonal calamities, making daily life unpredictable and difficult.
J-K: Jammu University along with Army organise sports camp to revive tourism in Doda
Doda, June 14: In a step towards reviving adventure tourism and promoting indigenous games among the youth, the Directorate of Sports and Physical Education (DOSPE), University of Jammu, in collaboration with the Indian Army, organised a ten-day Sports Camp at the Bhadarwah Campus in Doda district.
International players eligible for Ultimate Kho Kho in a first: KKFI
Gurugram, June 13: In a major development for the globalisation of Kho Kho, the Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) announced that for the first time international players will be eligible for inclusion in the Ultimate Kho Kho (UKK) players' auction for the upcoming third season.
Ultimate Kho Kho Season 3 to commence on Nov 29, will include foreign players
Gurugram, June 13: For the first time in its history, international players will be eligible for inclusion in the Ultimate Kho Kho (UKK) players' auction for the upcoming third season, the Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) announced here on Friday.
KKFI advances global Kho Kho vision with training programme for Technical Officials
Gurugram, June 11: Building on the momentum of its recently concluded training programme for coaches, the Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI), under the aegis of the International Kho Kho Federation (IKKF), is conducting an international training course for Technical Officials from Thursday (June 12).
KKFI empowers Kho Kho's global growth with intensive training program for coaches, officials
Gurugram, June 3: In a significant move to empower Kho Kho's global growth and enhance its scientific and technical foundation, the Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI), under the aegis of the International Kho Kho Federation (IKKF), is conducting an Advanced Level III-A Training Course for coaches and technical officials from around the world. The course commenced on June 2 at the Shree Guru Gobind Singh Tercentenary (SGT) University, Budhera, and will continue till June 15.
KKFI empowers Kho Kho's global growth with intensive training program for coaches, officials
Gurugram, June 3: Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI), under the aegis of the International Kho Kho Federation (IKKF), is conducting an Advanced Level III-A Training Course for coaches and technical officials from around the world to empower sport's global growth and enhance its scientific and technical foundation.