Sports News

Sports Ministry follows court order, withdraws recognition of 54 NSFs

Delhi High Court has directed the Sports Ministry and the Indian Olympic Association to revoke the provisional recognition it had given to 54 NSFs on May 11th.

Jun 25, 2020

Navi Mumbai to host final of Women's U-17 WC; Tournament name changed

Navi Mumbai will play host to the FIFA Under 17 Women's World Cup India 2021 as the location for the finals. 4 other cities- Guwahati, Ahmedabad, Kolkata and Bhubhaneshwar will also play host to matches in the tournament

Jun 24, 2020

NADA wants federation to introspect after 22 rowers test positive

22 rowers fail the dope test, National Anti-Doping Agency's Director General Navin Agarwal has called for introspection on part of the Rowing Federation of India and coaches.

Jun 24, 2020

Jaffer appointed Uttarakhand coach, wants to develop winning culture

The former India batsman Wasim Jaffer has been appointed as head coach for the Uttarakhand team. He says he wants to make a difference to the careers of the players he coaches and develop a winning culture.

Jun 24, 2020

World No.1 Novak Djokovic, his wife Jelena test positive for coronavirus

Famed World No. 1 Novak Djokovic has tested positive for COVID-19 and so has his wife, while the Tennis player's children have tested negative.

Jun 23, 2020

Kohli & boys may get new kit sponsors as Nike's deal nears end

As Nike's contract with the Indian cricket team draws to a close in September in 2020, the BCCI might float tenders for kit sponsorship rights.

Jun 23, 2020

Bindra, others condole demise of former India shooter Pournima Zanane

42-year-old shooter Pournima Zanane with a national record in the 10m air rifle category, passed away due to Cancer after a long and tough battle. Her colleagues and contemporaries mourned her loss.

Jun 23, 2020

'Was only craving to meet my family during lockdown', says Rani

Indian hockey players have been given a one-month break post the lockdown and were allowed to return home after being under lockdown in Bengaluru. Rani Rampal Women's hockey team captain for India describes how she felt.

Jun 23, 2020

'Never too late to try your hand at learning something new': 'Chef' Hardik

Hardik Pandya has been trying his hand in the kitchen, the Indian all-rounder took to Instagram to show his fans a glimpse of what he's been cooking.

Jun 22, 2020

'Need month & a half before I can return to the ring', says Vikas Krishan

Indian pugilist Vikas Krishan recently opened up about getting back into the ring after a long break during the lockdown and the pandemic.

Jun 22, 2020

'Recommended Prannoy's name for Arjuna on June 3': Gopichand

HS Prannoy had spoken up against the Badminton Association of India for not recognising his achievements, however, Gopichand says he recommended the player a day later for the prestigious Khel Ratna Award.

Jun 22, 2020

'Battled with suicidal thoughts incessantly in 2013': Sreesanth

Sreesanth speaks about his mental health and his struggle against suicidal thoughts in 2013 while expressing his thoughts on Sushant Singh Rajput's death.

Jun 22, 2020