New Delhi, June 25 (IANS) Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday announced a series of initiatives to strengthen India’s anti-doping framework, including compulsory anti-doping education for athletes participating in the National Games and Khelo India events.The announcement came during a review meeting of the National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL) here, where the functioning, capabilities, and future roadmap of the WADA-accredited facility were assessed.Emphas…
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Imphal, June 23 (IANS) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Tuesday said that the state stands as a shining example of unity in diversity, with 36 communities living together in harmony, and has made an unparalleled contribution to Indian sports. Addressing an event, organised in connection with the International Olympic Day Run, the Chief Minister said that Manipuri athletes have consistently brought glory to the nation and asserted that no Indian contingent participating in major i…
New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) Having recently broken through for his maiden international title at the ADT Players Championship, golfer Pukhraj Singh Gill is riding a wave of peak confidence. Currently sitting third on the Asian Development Tour (ADT) Order of Merit, the 29-year-old has his sights firmly trained on securing a full Asian Tour card as he prepares for the upcoming IGPL Morocco Rising Stars at Mazagan Beach Golf Resort. Gill, who turned professional in 2018, achieved a breakthrough in hi…
New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) Former India doubles star Jwala Gutta has launched a sharp critique of the Indian badminton system, alleging monopolisation, favouritism and a lack of long-term vision in player development, while also questioning the lack of recognition for her contribution to the sport.Speaking exclusively to IANS, Gutta said the problems within Indian badminton run far deeper than individual decisions. The former Commonwealth Games gold medallist revealed that she has repeatedly appro…
New Delhi, March 2 (IANS) The Sports Journalists Federation of India (SJFI) National Convention 2026 will be held in New Delhi from March 13 to 16, marking the return of the prestigious annual gathering to the national capital after 23 years. The National Convention, organised by the Delhi Sports Journalist Association (DSJA) will also celebrate the Golden Jubilee of SJFI, making it one of the most significant editions in its history.SJFI is recognised and affiliated with the world body of sport…
New Delhi, Feb 8 (IANS) Former India cricketer and Arjuna awardee Shikhar Dhawan has been appointed as the brand ambassador of the inaugural Delhi Khel Mahakumbh, an initiative of the Directorate of Education and Sports, Government of NCT of Delhi. The visionary event is aimed at strengthening grassroots sports participation and talent identification across the capital.The inaugural edition of the Delhi Khel Mahakumbh will be held from February 13 across 16 venues in the capital, with participat…
New Delhi, Feb 3 (IANS) Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya on Tuesday virtually laid the foundation stones for six major sports infrastructure projects and inaugurated two athlete support facilities, with a combined investment of ₹120 crore. The initiatives aim to strengthen India’s sports ecosystem and underscore the Union Government’s focus on building modern, athlete-centric infrastructure nationwide.The six projects, with a total outlay of ₹82 crore, are be…
New Delhi, Dec 28 (IANS) The year 2025 will go down as a truly supercalifragilisticexpialidocious chapter in the journey of Indian sports, marked by sustained excellence, growing belief and an expanding culture of support across disciplines. From Olympic sports to cricket, India witnessed not just improved results but a deeper public connection with sport, signalling a nation steadily embracing a multi-sport identity.Former athletes believe that consistent institutional backing under the leaders…