India’s Badminton Struggles: A Tale of Two Eras

The Rise and Fall of Indian Badminton Indian badminton has seen its share of glory days, with legendary players like Prakash Padukone, Saina Nehwal, and PV Sindhu making significant contributions to the sport. However, recent years have witnessed a decline in India’s international performance, particularly in comparison to dominant nations like China. China’s Dominance China…

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India U-17 Triumphs Over Turkmenistan to Secure Second Consecutive Win in Asia Cup Qualifiers

The India U-17 team secured their second consecutive victory in the Asia Cup qualifiers, defeating Turkmenistan 1-0 at the Chonburi Stadium on Friday, October 25, 2024. The Blue Colts continued their impressive form following a 13-0 triumph over Brunei Darussalam. The first attempt came from Mohammed Kaif in the 6th minute, with a long-range shot…

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Ankur and Sutirtha win the Singles GOLD medals – National Ranking TT

National Ranking TT Men’s Singles: Final: Ankur Bhattacharjee (PSPB) bt Ronit Bhanja (RSPB) 11-7, 11-5, 12-10, 13-11. Women’s Singles: Final: Sutirtha Mukherjee (RSPB) bt Yashaswini Ghorpade (PSPB) 11-7, 5-11, 11-6, 9-11, 11-5, 11-3. The men’s singles final unfolded with surprising calm, largely due to the early exits of top contenders. Young Ankur Bhattacharjee, who seized the opportunity, stepped…

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India’s Breakthrough at the 2024 Asian Table Tennis Championships: A New Era Unfolds

India’s journey at the 2024 Asian Table Tennis Championship will be remembered as a historic moment, marking a new chapter in the nation’s sporting history. The championship was filled with highs, near-misses, and a first-ever team medal in the tournament. The Indian team, led by standout players like Ayhika Mukherjee, Manika Batra, and the Mukherjees,…

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ISSF world cup finals 2024, New Delhi- A bittersweet ending to a year that promised so much and gave us some highs

After a hectic year with the Olympics, many Olympic qualification tournaments (+ trials to select a team for the Olympics) and 3 ISSF world cups across the shooting world (Cairo, Rabat, Baku, Lonato and Munich), we have finally arrived at the final ISSF tournament of 2024- the ISSF shooting world cup finals. New Delhi is…

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Wasfi, Shubham to represent India at BRICS Esports Championship after topping ESFI’s NESC24

The pair will make up Team India at the BEC in Moscow in Nov 2024, after finishing 1st & 2nd in the NESC24 Winner Wasfi Bilal (YoshiKiller) and runner-up Shubham will represent India at the BRICS Esports Championship (BEC) in Moscow, Russia, on November 9-10, 2024, after topping the National Esports Championship 2024 (NESC24), held…

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Utkarsh Small Finance Bank on-boards Mary Kom and Sunil Chhetri as Brand Ambassadors

Mary Kom’s legacy as a trailblazer in Indian Women’s Boxing and Sunil Chhetri’s leadership in Indian Football make them aspirational figures. Their humility, perseverance, and ability to connect with people from all walks of life positions them as relatable and trustworthy ambassadors for a brand like Utkarsh SFB, which caters to a diverse audience. Utkarsh…

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Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25: Teams, Owners, and the Return of Indian Hockey

The Hockey India League (HIL) is making a much-anticipated comeback in December 2024 after a seven-year hiatus, and this revamped edition promises excitement for hockey fans. Starting on December 28, 2024, the league will feature both men’s and women’s teams for the first time, marking a significant development in Indian hockey. The men’s and women’s…

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SFA Championships Delhi 2024: India No.2 U-11 Squash Player Reaches Semi-Final on Day 1

New Delhi, 5 October 2024 – The SFA Championship Delhi kicked off with an exciting first day, highlighted by the impressive performance of U-11 India No. 2 squash player, Vihaan Chandhok. The U-11 Asia no.5 player impressed everyone by reaching the semi-finals, setting the stage for a thrilling competition. Alongside squash, badminton and skating were also…

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2024 Asian Youth Archery C’ship: Vaishnavi Pawar shines as Indian women’s team win silver medal in recurve U-18 event

New Delhi, October 5, 2024: Rising Indian archer Vaishnavi Pawar, supported by Punit Balan Group, impressed with her brilliant performance as the Indian team clinched the silver medal in the recurve U-18 women’s team category at the 2024 Asian Youth Archery Championship in Taipei City, Chinese Taipei. Vaishnavi generally took the first shot for the three-member…

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29th Fenesta Open National Tennis Championship begins. VISHNU & VAIDEHEE make winning start

The Fenesta Open National Tennis Championship is one of India’s most prestigious and long-standing tennis tournaments, organized by the All India Tennis Association (AITA). It serves as the premier national championship for Indian tennis players, providing a platform for both senior and junior players to showcase their talent. The event is sponsored by Fenesta, a…

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BAI to reward Paris Paralympics 2024 medalists with Rs 50 lakhs

Indian para-shuttlers made Paralympic Games history by securing five medals New Delhi, September 24, 2024: Hon’ble Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma, President of Badminton Association of India (BAI) and Chief Minister of Assam, announced that BAI will honour the Paris Paralympics 2024 medalists for their outstanding efforts that scripted history with a combined reward of INR 50 lakh….

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Record entries sharpen the competitive edge at UTT National Ranking Championship 2024

The highly anticipated UTT National Ranking Championships in 2024, the season’s first, will begin tomorrow at the Rainbow Khelo India Residential Academy in Kangra, a city renowned for its natural beauty and historical significance. Known for its serene and adventurous allure, Kangra will now host its first-ever National Ranking table tennis event, organised by the…

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Exciting Indian Talent To Face The World at U20 World Athletics Championships in Lima Peru

Aside from being Olympic champions, what do Letsile Tebogo, Neeraj Chopra, Faith Kipyegon, Usain Bolt, and Armand Duplantis have in common? They all first rose to prominence at the World Athletics U20 Championships. The biennial junior competition is often the first global stage for many talents who could go on to become track & field’s…

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