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My biggest motivation is my baby...: MMA fighter Ritu Phogat on her comeback after embracing motherhood
Singapore, February 6: Indian mixed-martial-arts fighter Ritu Phogat, who will be making her return to the sport this month, said that her biggest motivation is her baby and she looks forward to making a strong comeback in the sport after a dip in form and embracing motherhood.
India's no.1 female chess player, Humpy Koneru, returns to Norway Chess Women 2025
Stavanger, January 15: India's top-ranked female chess player, Humpy Koneru, will return to compete in Norway Chess Women 2025. Currently ranked World No.6 in women's classical chess, Humpy aims to make her mark in the prestigious chess tournament.
Support our girls: JMM leader shows strong backing for Women's HIL debut
Ranchi, January 13: JMM leader Kalpana Soren has expressed her pride and support for the Women's Hockey India League (HIL), which is being organized for the first time in Ranchi. In a statement, Soren highlighted India's rich legacy in hockey and lauded the recent achievements of both men's and women's hockey teams.
Aamina Zehra shines on global stage, wins silver at Pencak Silat World Championship
Srinagar, January 11: In an inspiring showcase of talent, Aamina Zehra from Srinagar has made her mark on the international stage by winning a silver medal in Pencak Silat at the prestigious International World Championship held in Abu Dhabi. Her exceptional performance has brought pride to her hometown and highlighted the growing prominence of martial arts in Kashmir.
Saweety Boora motivated after being conferred with prestigious Arjuna Award
Chandigarh, January 8: The Indian professional boxer Saweety Boora on Wednesday opened up on receiving the prestigious Arjuna Award and said that she is feeling very motivated and wants to work hard in the future.
Olympic champion Erica Wiebe to conduct camp for Indian female wrestlers
Bellary (Karnataka), Jan 6: Olympic gold medallist and Canadian wrestling legend, Erica Wiebe, is set to conduct a camp for female Indian wrestlers at the Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS) in Vijayanagar this month as part of the second edition of the IIS Excellence Accelerator.