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PM Modi on India's 'Mini Brazil': A tribal village in Madhya Pradesh's Shahdol district dedicated to Football
New Delhi, March 16: Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a fascinating story about a lesser-known football hub in India, called 'Mini Brazil,' from where "nearly 80 national-level players have come," during a podcast with renowned computer scientist and podcaster Lex Fridman. Recalling his visit to a tribal village in Madhya Pradesh's Shahdol district, Modi spoke about a unique community where football has been a way of life for four generations.
We don't need celebration, fanaticism; we need education of sport: Virat Kohli envisions India as Sports-Forward Nation by 2036
Bengaluru, March 15: Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli has emphasised the need for a collective effort to transform India into a sports powerhouse by 2036.
Literally saw it happening in a time span of 6-7 years: Virat Kohli on shift in perception towards women's sports in India
Bengaluru, March 15: Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli has praised the significant shift in perception towards women's sports in India, highlighting the remarkable progress made over the past 6-7 years.
Invest in the grassroots if we want to...: Hockey Legend PR Sreejesh at RCB Innovation Lab Indian Sports Summit
Bengaluru, March 14: Double Olympic medalist PR Sreejesh stressed the need for grassroots investment and talent identification while outlining what India must do to build a stronger Olympic future at the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Innovation Summit.
Invest at grassroots level to achieve big in 2036 Olympics, says hockey legend Sreejesh
Bengaluru, March 14: Two-time Olympic medallist PR Sreejesh has stressed the need for grassroots investment and talent identification if the country has to make a big impact in the 2026 Olympic Games.
Women athletes in Gujarat can apply for 'Cash prize scheme 2024-25' from March 18
Gandhinagar, March 13: The Sports Authority of Gujarat has announced the "Women's Cash Prize Scheme for 2024-25", aimed at encouraging female athletes across the state.
If you really love playing cricket, just keep working hard and believing in yourself: Sayali Satghare
New Delhi, March 8: Gujarat Giants' seam-bowling all-rounder Sayali Satghare reflected on her career, challenges and the evolving landscape of women's cricket on the occasion of International Women's Day, saying that one has to keep working hard and have that faith in themselves if they really love the sport and wish to make a career out of it.
We must host the Olympics, says Mahesh Bhupathi
Kolkata, March 7: Former Indian tennis star Mahesh Bhupathi said that India must host the Olympics and also talked about the challenges non-cricket sports face in India.
Himachal government to honour medal winners of World Winter Games
Shimla, March 3: Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Monday gave a warm send-off to Special Athletes and Coaches of Special Olympics of Himachal Pradesh selected for the Special Olympics World Winter Games being organized in Turin, Italy from 7th to 16th March, 2025.
Bengaluru Open: Young talents train with national, and international stars at tennis clinic
Bengaluru, March 1: More than 60 budding tennis players from Bengaluru had the unique opportunity to learn from professionals at a tennis clinic held at the Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association (KSLTA) Tennis Stadium on the sidelines of the 2025 Bengaluru Open. Interacting with 38th National Games gold medallists Niki Kaliyanda Poonacha and SD Prajwal Dev, along with the current edition's doubles finalists Blake Bayldon and Matthew Christopher Romios, and USA's Brandon Holt's coach, Bo Trays, the young players gained valuable insights into the sport.
Telangana State Tennis Association joins forces with TPL to organise state-ranking tournaments
Hyderabad, Feb 28: Telangana State Tennis Association (TSTA) has joined hands with the Tennis Premier League (TPL) to organise Telangana state-ranking tournaments along with the Race to Gold Scholarship program for the top-ranked players.
Meghalaya CM felicitates medal winners of National Games from state
Shillong, February 26: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Wednesday felicitated the five medal winners from the state who made their mark at the 37th National Games 2025 held in Uttarakhand.
Indian boxers must get more foreign exposure to secure medals at LA 2028: Vijender Singh
New Delhi, Feb 26: Olympic bronze medallist pugilist Vijender Singh has advocated for increased foreign exposure for Indian boxers to increase their chances of winning a medal at the 2028 Los Angeles Games. In addition, he called for new and fair elections in the Boxing Federation of India (BFI).
I see players fail, my heart goes out to them, Pullela Gopichand's impassioned plea for Indian sport on ANI podcast at 5 PM
New Delhi, February 25: India's chief badminton coach Pullela Gopichand's candid advise to children in India to pursue a career in sports only if their family is financially well off has sparked off a debate on the harsh realities of Indian sports.
Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi lauds 'Khelo India' campaign, appreciates rise of teenage champions in National Games
New Delhi, February 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded 'Khelo India' for providing a platform to talented champions who were able to rise and perform well in the recently concluded National Games in Uttarakhand.
Nation-building is equal responsibility of Indian Army: COAS Gen Upendra Dwivedi
New Delhi, February 19: Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi on Wednesday shed light on the evolving role of the Indian Army in the country and stressed its pivotal role in nation-building alongside its primary defence responsibilities.
J&K: First-ever Sikh Cricket Premier League inaugurated in Jammu
Jammu, Feb 17: L-G Manoj Sinha said on Monday inaugurated the first-ever edition of the Sikh Cricket Premier League in Jammu, saying that inclusive growth for J&K envisions socio-economic growth for all sections of the society.
Gujarat Titan collaborate with 'Pokeman' to celebrate 'Junior Titans' season two in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad, February 15: Gujarat Titans (GT) celebrated the successful finale of the 'Junior Titans' Season Two in Ahmedabad, which also marked their first collaboration with popular cartoon Pokemon.
Reliance Industries wins 'Best Corporate for Promotion of Sports' at Sportstar Aces Awards
Mumbai, February 15: Reliance Industries, through its philanthropic arm Reliance Foundation, has been honoured with the prestigious 'Best Corporate for Promotion of Sports' award at the 2025 Sportstar Aces Awards held in Mumbai.
Eight-day 'Khel Maha Kumbh' concludes in Prayagraj
Prayagraj, February 14: India is making continuous efforts to take its traditional sports to the international level. The 2036 Olympic Games, set to be hosted in India, will serve as a major platform for this initiative.
Elite Cricket Tournament to kick off in Gurugram from February 15
New Delhi, February 11: An Elite Cricket Tournament in Gurugram is slated to begin from February 15, aiming to nurture budding cricketers and elevate India's position in the global sports arena.
Hoop dreams in New Delhi: NBA G-League veteran sees bright future for Indian Basketball
New Delhi, February 8: As the International Basketball League Pro (InBL Pro) Under-25 League makes waves in the national capital, international players are taking notice of the country's basketball talent. Among them is Alex Robinson Jr., Point Guard for the Hyderabad Falcons, whose journey from the NBA G-League to Indian basketball courts offers a unique perspective on the sport's growth in the subcontinent.
Hosting the 2036 Olympics will take Indian sports to great heights, says Bhaichung Bhutia
Prayagraj, Feb 8: Former Indian football team captain Baichung Bhutia feels that hosting the 2036 Olympics will take Indian sports to great heights.
Indian coaches possess the expertise to secure medals for India at 2036 Olympics: Dipa Karmakar
Prayagraj, Feb 7: Golden period of India in sports is about to begin and India is ready to host the 2036 Olympics. These golden words were said by none other than Padma Shri Dipa Karmakar, who created history in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games by being the first Indian gymnast to finish in fourth position.
RCB captain Smriti Mandhana bats for a Sports-Forward Nation
Bengaluru, February 3: What are the key challenges in Indian sport development? While we have seen a growing intent to take sports to the centre stage in India's progress, a consolidated systems-driven approach can further guide this intent. This understanding led to the development of a benchmarking report titled 'Sports-Forward Nation'. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and the Sports and Society Accelerator have curated this report with the intent to structure key drivers to fuel India's sporting ambitions.
38th National Games: Sangram Singh urges grassroots development for India's sports future
New Delhi, Feb 3: Indian wrestler-turned MMA fighter Sangram Singh has taken on a new role as a mentor at the 38th National Games in Dehradun. As a mentor, he is guiding more than 10,000 young athletes through motivational sessions, sharing his journey, and offering insights on achieving greatness in sports and life.
Gujarat Titans bring Season 2 of Junior Titans to Bharuch; aims to build sports culture among Children
Bharuch, February 1: Gujarat Titans is bringing season two of the Junior Titans to Bharuch, after successfully concluding respective events in Junagadh and Bhavnagar.
BAI-REC to host first-ever BWF Level 1 course in India to standardise coaching ecosystem
New Delhi, January 30: Continuing its effort to create a standardised coaching structure and build a strong network of qualified coaches, the Badminton Association of India (BAI), in association with REC Limited (a leading Maharatna company under the Ministry of Power) and the Sports Authority of India (SAI), will conduct the first-ever BWF Level 1 Course for coaches along with BAI Level 1 (Advanced) Courses at multiple venues in February and March.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses opening ceremony of 38th National Games at Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket stadium
Dehradun, January 28: Addressing the opening ceremony held at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Dehradun for the 38th National Games, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that the Devbhoomi (holy abode of God) Uttarakhand was now brimming with youthful energy.
Bihar to launch Rural Cricket League to empower grassroots talent
Patna, January 28: The Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) is going to organize a Bihar Rural League (BRL) for talented players from all districts of Bihar who have not yet had the opportunity to play in district or state-level cricket tournaments.
ASMITA Khelo India women's football league enter remote pockets of Arunachal Pradesh
New Delhi, Jan 25: It wasn't just the phoebus shining bright in the land of the rising sun, Arunachal Pradesh, this January. About 40km from Shi Yomi district, a strategically and geographically important Indian region in the North-East state, footballs were shining all the way.
RCB presents Sports-Forward Nation report to Union Sports Minister Mandaviya
New Delhi, January 24: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) presented the Sports-Forward Nation report to Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya in the national capital here on Friday.
This tournament will encourage upcoming talent: PM Modi sends best wishes to athletes for KIWG
New Delhi, January 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his best wishes to all the athletes participating in the 5th Khelo India Winter Games 2025, being held at the iconic Nawang Dorjay Stobdan Sports Complex in Leh, Ladakh.
PM Modi extends best wishes to participants of 5th Khelo India Winter Games
New Delhi, Jan 23: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his best wishes to all the athletes participating in the 5th edition of the Khelo India Winter Games that were declared open in Leh, Ladakh, earlier on Thursday, hoping that the event will encourage upcoming talent.
Half a decade of transformative impact at Sachin Tendulkar Foundation
Mumbai, January 23: Marking half a decade of serving the less-privileged and the needy in ways that enable them to believe and take the lead, the Sachin Tendulkar Foundation (STF) held a close-knit celebration in Mumbai at The Bombay Club.
MP: Union Sports Minister Mandaviya, CM Mohan Yadav inaugurate 'Fit India Club' in Bhopal
Bhopal, January 20: Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav inaugurated the 'Fit India Club' in Bhopal on Sunday.
Hockey India gets government backing, facilities have improved: Pritam Rani Siwach
New Delhi, January 17: Former Indian hockey player Pritam Rani Siwach has praised the government's support for hockey players, stating that although the efforts may not be immediately visible, they have contributed significantly to the sport's growth.
Parth Jindal suggests setting up a fund to support sports development
New Delhi, Jan 16 (IANS): With the Indian sports scene undergoing constant transformation and producing new stars and champions every year, there is a constant need for money to support them and create infrastructure. One way to generate funds besides government support is through the business community's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts.
India aims to be among top 5 in global sports by 2047: Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya
New Delhi, January 16: Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, following his detailed discussion with the corporate sector, outlined an ambitious vision to elevate India's position in the global sports arena.
Sports Minister meets corporate bigwigs, urges them to contribute towards taking India to top 10 in 2036 Olympics
New Delhi, January 16: With the objective of strengthening the Indian sports ecosystem in order to host the 2036 Olympic Games, Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports Mansukh Mandaviya urged corporates to adopt one sport during the first-ever corporate round-table conference in the National Capital on Thursday.