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Would have been difficult even if India had not won CT: Agarkar on Rohit's removal as ODI captain

Chief selector Ajit Agarkar confirmed that Gill had succeeded Rohit Sharma as the captain in the 50-over format and also shed light on the panel's reason behind making this decision. With former captains Rohit and Virat a part of the squad that'll face Australia, Gill will now take charge in ODIs besides his red-ball captaincy.

3 days ago

For BCCI, country comes first: Arun Dhumal

"Reaching the top is very easy, but maintaining that position is a very difficult task. India was the No. 1 team in T20s, and the way they performed brilliantly throughout the tournament, winning all their matches convincingly, I want to congratulate the Indian team for that.

6 days ago

'We came here only to play, gave a proper reply': Suryakumar Yadav on no customary handshake with Pak players; dedicates India's win to Armed Forces

Fans back India to dominate Pakistan in Asia Cup Super Four clash today

The clash will take place at the Dubai International Stadium, with the India vs Pakistan match scheduled to begin at 8.00 p.m. (India time). This marks India's first outing in the Super Four stage of the tournament.

16 days ago

World Athletics C'ships: Neeraj Chopra qualifies for men's javelin final with first-attempt 84.85m

The qualifying mark was set at 84.50m, and Neeraj, on his return to the venue where he made history by winning the Olympic gold medal, comfortably hurled the javelin to a distance of 84.85m in his very first attempt in the Group A qualification to make it to the final.

20 days ago

India vs PAK match unacceptable: Tehseen Poonawalla calls for tournament boycott

With the high-voltage India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 clash scheduled for Sunday, political analyst Tehseen Poonawalla on Friday called for a nationwide boycott of the match and the tournament altogether.

25 days ago

Together, we will move forward with respect, responsibility: Virat Kohli to families of B'luru stampede victims

RCB cares official announcement stated on August 30 that, "Our hearts broke on June 4, 2025. We lost eleven members of the RCB family. They were part of us. Part of what makes our city, our community & our team unique. Their absence will echo in the memories of each one of us.

Sep 3, 2025

PM Modi highlights landmark initiatives driving India's growth

Committed to making India global hub for sporting excellence: PM Modi extends greetings on National Sports Day

"In the last decade, India's sporting landscape has undergone a remarkable transformation. From grassroots programmes that nurture young talent to creating world-class facilities, we are seeing a vibrant sports ecosystem in our nation. Our government remains committed to supporting athletes, building infrastructure and making India a global hub for sporting excellence," he added.

Aug 29, 2025

Khelo India Water Sports Festival set to bolster Dal Lake's iconic profile, impact lives

The Union sports ministry's endeavor to promote sports activities in Jammu and Kashmir has already established Gulmarg as a top winter sports hub. The ski resort has already hosted five iterations of the Khelo India Winter Games and now Dal Lake will be aspiring to become a water sports destination.

Aug 18, 2025

PCB issues blanket ban on future participation in WCL amid India's withdrawal

The PCB, during its 79th BoG meeting held virtually under the chairmanship of Mohsin Naqvi reviewed with considerable disappointment WCL's appalling conduct of awarding points to a willfully forfeiting team, and the content of the press releases of the WCL announcing the cancellation of the scheduled India vs. Pakistan legends matches, which were tainted with hypocrisy and bias.

Aug 3, 2025

Divya Deshmukh makes history with Chess World Cup win; earns Grandmaster title, too

In the first game, Divya, playing with the white pieces, established a strong position but allowed Humpy to equalize in the later stages. The second game was more evenly matched, with Divya admitting to having "wandered into trouble for no apparent reason" before managing to hold her ground.

Jul 28, 2025

Dhoni's favourite Hummer gets military makeover, goes viral on social media

Videos of the revamped Hummer have gone viral across social media platforms. The vehicle now features striking artwork depicting fighter jets, tanks, aircraft, and Indian soldiers in action. The customisation was carried out by a Ranchi-based car detailing studio.

Jul 14, 2025

India's PV Sindhu during the women's singles badminton round of 16 match at the Paris Olympics 2024

'Sindhu's place in history is already secured': Gill Clark leads wishes as star shuttler turns 30

Clark, herself a former World Championships medallist in both women's and mixed doubles, hailed Sindhu as one of the finest performers on the biggest stages. She also expressed confidence that the next phase of Sindhu's journey could be just as remarkable, drawing parallels with sporting greats like Roger Federer and Felix Sanchez, who achieved significant success after turning 30.

Jul 5, 2025

Yuvraj Singh mourns tragic death of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre in a car accident

The accident took place around 12:30 am local time in the Spanish province of Zamora. According to the Spanish police, Jota's car veered off the road while trying to overtake another vehicle. A tyre blowout caused the car to lose control and catch fire. Sadly, both Jota and his brother died at the scene.

Jul 3, 2025

How did Diogo Jota die? Liverpool footballer's Lamborghini crashed, caught fire

The crash occurred in the early hours of Thursday morning, reportedly due to a tyre blowout on his Lamborghini. The road where the accident occurred has come under scrutiny for its poor condition, with locals describing it as a "real danger" due to numerous potholes.

Jul 3, 2025

Nation prepared to host 2036 Olympic Games: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

National Sports Policy 2025 approved; India targets 2036 Olympic and mass participation

The policy also positions sports as a tool for social development, with a focus on inclusivity. It seeks to promote participation among women, the economically disadvantaged, tribal communities, and persons with disabilities.

Jul 1, 2025

India eyes 2036 Olympics: Nation prepared to host, says Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the country's readiness to host the prestigious event during the Olympic Day Run at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. The event, attended by Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya and Indian Olympic Association President P.T. Usha, was a celebration of sports and fitness.

Jun 22, 2025

Gukesh, Pragg, Vaishali, Kuneru among 15 Indians qualified for FIDE Grand Swiss 2025

Reigning world champion D Gukesh, R Praggnanandha, Vaishali R and Kuneru Humpy are among the 15 Indian players (11 men and four women) qualified for the 2025 FIDE Grand Swiss and Women's Grand Swiss, which will take place in Samarkand, Uzbekistan from September 3–16.

Jun 5, 2025

RCB's IPL victory celebration turns tragic: Several feared killed in stampede near B'luru's Chinnaswamy Stadium

Thousands of ecstatic fans had gathered for the celebration event, but chaos erupted when crowds surged through multiple gates, leading to panic and stampede-like conditions. According to sources, at least six people have died, with bodies sent to Bowring and Vaidehi Hospitals. Several others remain in ICU, while official confirmation is awaited

Jun 4, 2025

RCB team gets grand welcome at B'luru airport, Shivakumar gifts Kannada flag to Virat Kohli

Karnataka Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar greeted the victorious RCB squad as they touched down in Bengaluru.