Accommodation challenge persists, road closure issue resolved for swimmers at Uttarakhand National Games

Accommodation challenge persists, road closure issue resolved for swimmers at Uttarakhand National Games

Swimmers, who are reaching Uttarakhand to compete in the 38th National Games on Monday, could face significant issues concerning accommodation arrangements. Athletes will reportedly be provided accommodation at Jim Corbett Park, which is 1.5 to 2 hours away from the swimming venue in Haldwani. At the same time, the officials will be put up in Nainital, about 1.5 hours away in the opposite direction creating a logistical challenge for the swimmers at the Games. Jan 27, 2025
Bumrah wins ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year award

Bumrah wins ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year 2024

Indian fast-bowler Jasprit Bumrah has been named the ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year for 2024. The 31-year-old cricketer took 71 wickets in 13 matches, earning him this prestigious accolade. Bumrah's achievement is not just a personal triumph but also a moment of national pride, as he becomes the fourth Indian bowler to take more than 70 Test wickets in a calendar year, following in the illustrious footsteps of Ravichandran Ashwin, Anil Kumble, and Kapil Dev. Jan 27, 2025
Smriti Mandhana wins ICC Women's ODI Cricketer of the Year award

Smriti Mandhana wins second ICC Women's ODI Cricketer of the Year award

India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana has once again made her country proud by winning the esteemed ICC Women's ODI Cricketer of the Year award for 2024. This is the second time she has been honored with this award, the first being in 2018. The announcement was made on January 27, 2025, and saw Mandhana outshine other notable contenders such as Australia's all-rounder Annabel Sutherland, Sri Lanka's captain Chamari Athapaththu, and South Africa's skipper Laura Wolvaardt. Jan 27, 2025
Mesmerised by culture, international kho kho stars laud Indian hospitality

Mesmerised by culture, international kho kho stars laud Indian hospitality

The inaugural edition of the Kho Kho World Cup in New Delhi came to a close with both the men's and women's Indian teams lifting the trophy. However, the memorable tournament that mesmerised the nation and captured the imaginations of global audiences left unforgettable memories behind for many. Jan 21, 2025