Hyderabad, June 25 (IANS) The 10th day of the Rugby Premier League Season 2 witnessed Delhi Redz secure a comfortable 40-28 victory over the Kolkata Banga Tigers, ending their semifinal hopes in the process, at the Ganti Mohana Chandra Balayogi Athletic Stadium, Gachibowli, Hyderabad on Thursday.Delhi Redz made a commanding start, patiently building their attacks before Nygel Amaitsa broke through to open the scoring. Samuel Asati and Josep Serres quickly added further tries, while Hitesh Dagar …
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New Delhi, June 24 (IANS) After questioning her exclusion from the Asian Games squad, ace paddler Manika Batra hit back at allegations that she is demanding a place in the team or seeking special consideration. Manika clarified that she is not looking for a forced inclusion but is merely seeking clear answers regarding her shocking omission, as no “specific reason” has been communicated to her. The Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) recently announced the squad for the mega event in Aichi-N…
New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has initiated a major push towards reviving Formula 1 and strengthening the motorsports ecosystem in India by announcing the formation of a dedicated task force that will prepare a roadmap for the sport’s long-term growth in the country.The decision was taken following a comprehensive meeting chaired by Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya with officials from the Ministry, representatives of the national motorsports federation and o…
New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) Asian Games Team Dressage gold medallist Anush Agarwalla has taken up the cudgels against the Equestrian Federation of India for naming him as a reserve for the upcoming Asian Games and said the decision raises “important questions about the criteria being applied in athlete selection”.”Today, I stand as India’s No. 1-ranked dressage rider, Asia’s No. 2-ranked rider, and World No.14 in the FEI 1* Rankings. I have also achieved the highest PSG scores among all Indian ath…
Hyderabad, June 18 (IANS) Bengaluru Bravehearts came back strongly to beat Delhi Redz 38-28 in a thrilling clash in the men’s section on the third day of Season 2 in the Rugby Premier League, while Chennai Bulls and Delhi Redz (women) played out a 26-26 draw at the Ganti Mohana Chandra Balayogi Athletic Stadium in Gachibowli, Hyderabad, on Thursday.The Bengaluru Bravehearts men made a strong start through Akuila Rokolisoa, but Patrick Odongo’s interception try quickly levelled the scores for Del…
New Delhi, June 7 (IANS) India observed World Bicycle Day 2026 with large-scale cycling rallies, fitness drives, and community events across multiple states under the Fit India Movement, drawing participation from citizens, athletes, officials, and public figures.In Mumbai, Maharashtra, the Sports Authority of India (SAI), Regional Centre Mumbai, organised a special ‘Sundays on Cycle’ event near Worli Coastal Road to promote fitness and sustainable living. Actor Jackie Shroff attended as the chi…
New Delhi, June 6 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Saturday that the visionary, creative and courageous youth of the country should focus on improving their lives and those of others. Speaking on the sidelines of ‘Youth for Viksit Bharat – MY Bharat Youth Convention’ held at Thyagaraj Sports Complex here, she said, “I believe that the youth of the country, who are visionary, courageous, and creative, should work shoulder to shoulder with the nation to build both their own …
New Delhi, June 6 (IANS) Attendees at the ‘Youth for Viksit Bharat – MY Bharat Youth Convention’ on Saturday voiced appreciation for the government’s efforts to empower young people and provide them with opportunities to contribute to nation-building. Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), functioning under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, is organising the ‘Youth for Viksit Bharat – MY Bharat Youth Convention’ at Thyagaraj Stadium in New Delhi, bringing together thousands of young…
New Delhi, June 6 (IANS) Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), functioning under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, is set to organise the ‘Youth for Viksit Bharat – MY Bharat Youth Convention’ on Saturday at Thyagaraj Stadium in New Delhi, bringing together thousands of young participants from across the country in a major celebration of youth leadership and nation-building. Scheduled to be held around noon, the convention is being organised in accordance with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’…
Panaji (Goa), June 5 (IANS) India will field its strongest-ever contingent across the men’s, women’s, mixed, and senior categories in the 5th Bonus Asia Cup Bridge Championships 2026, scheduled to be held at the Taj Cidade de Goa Horizon, in Panaji, Goa, from 21–27 June 2026.Organised by the Bridge Federation of India (BFI), the apex governing body for contract bridge in India, recognised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, the prestigious continental championship will bring together …