New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) Indian archers Olympian Dhiraj Bommedevara and Asian Games gold medallist Jyothi Surekha Vennam praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s sports schemes and reforms, which led to a seismic shift in the country’s sporting ecosystem, noting that athletes and federations no longer have to beg the system for world-class equipment, foreign exposure, or monetary support.Dhiraj, who will represent India at the Asian Games 2026 in the recurve category, has received overall support …
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Gandhinagar, May 12 (IANS) Gujarat is drawing international attention not only for its development but also for its growing presence in global sport, Minister of State for Sports, Jayram Gamit, said on Tuesday at the opening of the Asian Weightlifting Championship 2026 in Gandhinagar. The championship was inaugurated at Mahatma Mandir, with more than 400 athletes, technicians, and coaches from 29 Asian countries, including India, participating.Addressing the opening ceremony, Gamit said, “…
New Delhi, May 7 (IANS) Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya on Wednesday said the National Sports Federation Conclave 2026 represents a key step in streamlining India’s preparations for major international sporting competitions over the next decade.The conclave brought together officials from 37 National Sports Federations (NSFs), including the Indian Olympic Association, to discuss India’s sporting roadmap and strategies for upcoming events such as the 2026 Commonw…
Gangtok, April 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for multiple development projects worth around Rs 4,000 crore in Sikkim, asserting that the Northeast region is India’s “Ashtalakshmi” and that the Himalayan state is an important part of it. Addressing a public gathering in the Paljor stadium, the Prime Minister said the Centre has attached special importance to the development of the Northeast over the past several years and has mo…
Itanagar, April 13 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu said on Monday that since the launch of the ‘Khelo India’ initiative by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2017-18, sports development across the country has gained remarkable momentum. Felicitating the state contingent that participated in the ‘First Khelo India Tribal Games 2026’ held in Raipur from March 25 to April 3, the Chief Minister noted that Arunachal Pradesh has witnessed substantial growth in sports infrastructure an…
Lucknow, April 13 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday welcomed the increased participation of women in sports, hoping that the MP Khel Mahakumbh organised here will further strengthen the sporting culture in Lucknow and across Uttar Pradesh.Addressing the sportspersons, Rajnath Singh said, “Lucknow has always been known for its rich sporting culture. It is with the very objective of further developing this sporting culture here that the MP Khel Mahakumbh has been initiated.”“My…
Jaipur, April 8 (IANS) Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagade on Wednesday inaugurated the Indian Football League, organised by Rajasthan United Football Club, at the Vidhyadhar Nagar Stadium here.Addressing the gathering, the Governor emphasised that sports play a vital role in maintaining both physical and mental well-being.He highlighted the importance of initiatives like Khelo India in promoting sports culture across the country.Extending his best wishes to the participating players, Bagade enco…
New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Friday shared President Droupadi Murmu’s views that ongoing support for tribal athletes via initiatives such as the Khelo India Tribal Games is essential to cultivate a talent pool that will position India as a “global sports superpower”. Highlighting the importance of the Khelo India Tribal Games, Mandaviya echoed the President’s view that nurturing tribal talent is a critical step toward India achieving international sports domin…
New Delhi, March 25 (IANS) Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya on Wednesday felicitated the Indian men’s and women’s lacrosse teams for their gold medal wins at the Asian Lacrosse Games in Riyadh. He encouraged them to keep working hard and aspire to make history by qualifying for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. He highlighted to the athletes that determination, exposure, and consistent effort are crucial for the development of emerging sports like lacrosse. “Lacro…
New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) The Indian Olympic Association president, P.T. Usha, on Tuesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accompanied by her son Ujjwal. She expressed gratitude for the leader’s blessings, guidance, and constant inspiration in a meeting she described as one that will remain close to her heart.”It was a warm and memorable moment meeting Hon’ble PM Shri. @narendramodi ji today, accompanied by my son Ujjwal. Deeply grateful for his blessings, constant inspiration, invaluable …