Indian table tennis continued its upward trajectory on the global stage as Manush Shah and Diya Chitale stormed into the mixed doubles final at the WTT Contender Tunis 2026. The top-seeded Indian pair produced a composed and tactically sharp performance to defeat Sweden’s Friis and Bergand 3-1 in the semi-finals, underlining their growing chemistry and…
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has taken a significant step towards shaping the commercial future of Indian football by opening bids for the Request for Proposal (RFP) for commercial rights related to its key domestic competitions. The move marks a crucial phase in the federation’s efforts to build a sustainable and commercially viable football…
India has announced a six-member men’s 4x400m relay squad as the team prepares for a crucial outing at the Open Relay Carnival in Chandigarh. With World Relays 2026 qualification on the line, the selection signals both intent and urgency, as Indian athletics looks to close a narrow gap in global standings. The squad features Rajesh…
Karnataka continued its overwhelming dominance at the inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games, becoming the first state to cross the 10-gold mark, thanks largely to another outstanding display by swimmer Manikanta L. On a day where the competition widened its reach across disciplines and states, the hosts Chhattisgarh also recorded their best performance yet, securing one…
As the 2026 athletics season gathers momentum, India’s relay teams find themselves at a critical juncture. With the World Relays qualification window tightening, the focus has shifted sharply to timings, execution, and consistency across all four relay disciplines. The latest standings underline both promise and pressure, with two Indian teams currently inside the qualification zone,…
Indian distance running will once again take centre stage as national record holder Gulveer Singh headlines the domestic elite field at the 18th edition of the TCS World 10K Bengaluru, scheduled for April 26. A World Athletics Gold Label Race, the event continues to serve as one of the most significant platforms for Indian runners…
The India U20 men’s team delivered a commanding performance to defeat Pakistan 3-0 in their opening Group B clash of the SAFF U20 Championship 2026 at the National Stadium in Malé. A second-half brace from Omang Dodum, combined with an early strike by Vishal Yadav, ensured a comprehensive victory for the Blue Colts, who also…
Rajasthan United FC and Diamond Harbour FC shared the spoils in a tightly fought 1-1 draw in the Star Cement Indian Football League 2025–26 at the Vidhyadhar Nagar Stadium on Thursday. A second-half penalty from Jonathan Fernandes gave the hosts the lead before substitute R. Ramdinthara struck late to ensure Diamond Harbour walked away with…
For over a decade, Saikhom Mirabai Chanu has been one of the defining figures in Indian sport, carrying the nation’s weightlifting ambitions on her shoulders with remarkable consistency. Olympic silver medallist, multiple-time World Championship medallist, and a dominant force at the Commonwealth Games her résumé is extensive. Yet, one elusive milestone continues to drive her:…
India’s women cyclists delivered a statement performance on Day 1 of the Asian Track Championships in Tagaytay, Philippines, rewriting multiple national records and showcasing significant progress on the continental stage. While podium finishes remained elusive in the elite sprint category, the timing sheets told a far more important story one of rapid improvement, depth, and…
In a competition designed to uncover India’s hidden sporting talent, 15-year-old Anjali Munda has emerged as one of the defining stories of the inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) 2026. From an unplanned introduction to swimming just four years ago to becoming the first female gold medallist in the history of the Games, Anjali’s journey…
India’s compound archery contingent delivered a commanding performance at the Asia Cup World Ranking Tournament (Stage 1), with Rajat Chauhan emerging as the standout performer on a day defined by precision and composure. The Indian compound mixed team of Rajat Chauhan and Chikitha Taniparthi booked their place in the gold medal match after clinical victories…
India’s track cycling programme received a significant boost at the Asian Track Cycling Championships in Tagaytay, Philippines, as David Beckham Elkathchoongo delivered a breakthrough performance in the men’s elite keirin event. The Manipuri cyclist not only reached the final but went on to secure a commendable fifth-place finish, marking one of the most notable results…
Recognition in elite sport often follows years of consistency, but for Prince Deep Singh, the validation has arrived early and emphatically. The 21-year-old goalkeeper has been nominated in two major categories at the Hockey India 8th Annual Awards 2025, marking a significant milestone in a career that is still in its formative phase. Prince finds…
Shillong Lajong FC delivered a composed and efficient away performance to defeat Gokulam Kerala FC 2-0 in the Star Cement Indian Football League (IFL) 2025–26 at the Payyanad Stadium on Wednesday. Goals from Everbrightson Sana Mylliempdah and Tremiki Lamurong in either half ensured all three points for the visitors, propelling them into the top three…
The second day of the inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) continued to underline the depth of talent emerging from India’s tribal heartlands, with Karnataka swimmer Manikanta L producing another dominant performance to complete a hat-trick of gold medals. Alongside him, Odisha’s Anjali Munda secured her second gold, while host state Chhattisgarh found reason to…
As squash prepares for its historic debut at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, India has taken a decisive step to strengthen its high-performance ecosystem in the sport. The Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS) has announced a strategic partnership with global commodities firm M Resources to bolster its Squash Excellence Programme, a targeted initiative aimed at…
The India U20 men’s team will kick off their SAFF U20 Championship campaign with one of the most anticipated fixtures in the tournament a clash against arch-rivals Pakistan at the National Football Stadium in Malé on Thursday. Scheduled for a 16:15 IST start, the match carries not just regional rivalry, but significant implications for progression…
Sreenidi Deccan FC delivered a composed and clinical performance to defeat Dempo SC 3-1 at the Deccan Arena, climbing to the top of the Star Cement Indian Football League (IFL) 2025-26 standings. With 10 points from five matches, Carlos Vaz Pinto’s side now lead the table, while Dempo remain rooted to the bottom with just…
Namdhari SC registered their first win of the Star Cement Indian Football League 2025-26 season with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Real Kashmir FC at the TRC Stadium in Srinagar. A well-timed second-half strike from Seilenthang Lotjem proved decisive in a contest defined by physical battles, defensive discipline, and moments of resilience. The result sees…
The international shooting calendar gets underway with the ISSF World Cup Shotgun stage in Tangier, Morocco, marking the beginning of a crucial season for the world’s top shooters. For India, a 12-member squad will take aim at an early statement performance as they compete against over 270 athletes from 43 nations between March 25 and…
As Indian hockey prepares to celebrate its finest performers at the Hockey India 8th Annual Awards 2025, two of the country’s brightest young prospects Anmol Ekka and Sakshi Rana have emerged in focus following their nominations in the Under-21 categories. The duo, recognised for their standout contributions over the past year, represent the next wave…
The inaugural edition of the Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) got off to a compelling start at the International Swimming Complex in Raipur, with Karnataka asserting early dominance in the pool. On a day that marked the beginning of a new chapter in India’s grassroots sporting ecosystem, Karnataka’s Dhoneesh N and Odisha’s Anjali Munda etched…
In a significant development for Indian table tennis, 11Sports Pvt. Ltd., the owner and rights holder of the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) league, has terminated its franchise agreement with World Of Krida, the entity operating the Jaipur Patriots. The decision, announced on March 25, 2026, comes into immediate effect, bringing an abrupt end to the…
Indian athletics witnessed a significant milestone at the National Indoor Athletics Championships in Bhubaneswar as Reegan Ganesh delivered a breakthrough performance in the men’s pole vault. With a stunning clearance of 5.30m on his very first attempt, the young vaulter not only clinched the gold medal but also rewrote the national indoor record, marking a…
Punjab FC’s growing reputation as one of India’s leading youth development hubs has received further validation, with six of its players named in the Indian squad for the ongoing SAFF U-20 Championship in the Maldives. The selections underline not just individual progress, but the strength and structure of the club’s grassroots system. Head coach Mahesh…
The Indian senior women’s football team is set to compete in the FIFA Series 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya, marking another significant step in their international calendar. Scheduled during the April FIFA International Women’s Match Window, the tournament offers the Blue Tigresses a rare opportunity to test themselves against teams from different confederations in a structured…
The India U20 men’s team has landed in Malé, Maldives, ahead of the SAFF U20 Championship 2026, marking the beginning of an important campaign for the country’s next generation of footballers. With the tournament already underway from March 23, the Blue Colts now shift focus to their Group B fixtures, where they will face Pakistan…
India’s middle-distance ace Mohammed Afsal delivered a statement performance at the inaugural National Indoor Athletics Championships 2026, clinching gold in the men’s 800m while rewriting the national indoor record in the process. Clocking an impressive 1:47.86 in Bhubaneswar, Afsal not only secured top honours but also bettered the previous record of 1:48.09 set by Pradeep…
India delivered a commanding all-round performance on Day 2 of the Archery Asia Cup Stage 1, with strong results across compound and recurve disciplines reinforcing the country’s growing depth in the sport. From dominant qualification rankings to consistent progress in elimination rounds, Indian archers were firmly among the standout performers of the day. Compound men…
As Hockey India prepares to host the 8th Annual Awards 2025 in New Delhi on March 27, two of the country’s most consistent performers Hardik Singh and Navneet Kaur find themselves at the centre of recognition. Both players have been nominated for the prestigious Hockey India Balbir Singh Sr. Award for Player of the Year,…
Aizawl FC produced one of the most remarkable turnarounds of the Star Cement Indian Football League 2025–26 season, overturning a two-goal deficit to defeat Chanmari FC 3-2 in a pulsating Mizo Derby at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium on Tuesday. In a contest that ebbed and flowed dramatically, the People’s Club showcased resilience, tactical adjustments, and…
It was a day of contrasting results for Indian tennis on the international circuit, with Sumit Nagal producing a resilient win to move into the Round of 16 at the ATP 125 Naples Challenger, while Yuki Bhambri and his doubles partner Michael Venus suffered a narrow first-round exit at the ATP Masters 1000 Miami Open…
Punjab FC defender Bijoy Varghese has been rewarded for a season of consistent performances with his maiden call-up to the Indian senior men’s national team. The Kerala-born centre-back was included in head coach Khalid Jamil’s 23-member squad for the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Final Round clash against Hong Kong, scheduled to be played on…
In Srinagar, Real Kashmir FC look to finally open their account for the season against a resilient Namdhari FC, while later in Hyderabad, Sreenidi Deccan FC aim to convert dominance into points as they face struggling Dempo SC. The Star Cement Indian Football League 2025–26 returns with a compelling double-header on March 25, where contrasting…
Kolkata witnessed one of the most one-sided derbies in its storied football history as East Bengal FC dismantled Mohammedan Sporting Club 7-0 in the Indian Super League 2025-26 at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Monday. In a fixture traditionally defined by intensity and fine margins, the Red and Gold Brigade produced a ruthless, near-flawless…
After more than two decades, Tumakuru is set to re-establish itself on the international tennis map as it prepares to host an ITF Women’s World Tennis Tour W35 event from May 4 to 10, 2026. The tournament, to be held at the Tumkur District Tennis Stadium within the Tumkur University campus, marks a significant milestone…
The restructuring of the AFC U20 Women Asian Cup qualification pathway marks a significant shift in how youth football is organised across the continent. For India, the implications are particularly noteworthy. Based on current seeding projections and past performance, the Indian U20 women’s team would have secured a direct place in the Qualification Phase as…
Indian golf witnessed another significant moment on the domestic circuit as Saptak Talwar delivered a high-quality performance to finish tied second at the 2026 DP World PGTI Open in New Delhi. With an impressive total of 20-under-par, Talwar not only secured a runner-up finish but also reinforced his status as one of the most consistent…
As the India U20 women’s team prepares to step onto the continental stage at the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup 2026 in Thailand, there is a clear shift in narrative from qualification to competitiveness. Under head coach Joakim Alexandersson, the Young Tigresses arrive not just as participants after a 20-year absence, but as a side…
India is set to take a significant step forward in track and field with the inaugural National Indoor Athletics Championships scheduled to be held on March 24–25 at the Kalinga Indoor Stadium in Bhubaneswar. For a nation where athletics has traditionally developed through outdoor competitions, this marks the beginning of a structured indoor ecosystem an…
India’s preparations for the next phase of international competition received a significant boost as U-23 head coach Naushad Moosa announced a 24-member squad for the upcoming Tri-Nation Friendlies to be held in Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh. The tournament, featuring India, Bhutan, and Tajikistan, will take place during the March FIFA International Match Window, offering a crucial…
Indian women’s golf continued its steady rise on the global stage as Diksha Dagar and Hitaashee Bakshi delivered impressive top-10 finishes at the 2026 Ladies European Tour (LET) WPGA Australian Championship. Competing against a strong international field at Sanctuary Cove in Queensland, both players showcased composure, adaptability, and growing consistency hallmarks of India’s emerging presence…
Indian squash enjoyed a defining moment on Sunday as Abhay Singh and Anahat Singh clinched the men’s and women’s titles respectively at the JSW Indian Open 2026 in Mumbai. In front of an enthusiastic home crowd at the Cricket Club of India (CCI), both players delivered commanding performances to underline India’s growing stature in global…
Bengaluru FC return to Kolkata this weekend with a clear objective to build momentum and close the gap to the top three in the ISL 2025-26 standings. The Blues, under the guidance of Renedy Singh, will face ISL debutants Inter Kashi at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan on Sunday evening, in what promises to be a…
The men’s 400m at the Indian Open delivered one of the most encouraging starts to a domestic athletics season in recent years, as multiple Indian quarter-milers including Rajesh Ramesh dipped under the 46-second mark. At the centre of it all was Rajesh Ramesh, who stormed to gold with a lifetime best of 45.26 seconds now…
Tamil Nadu’s Vithya Ramraj delivered a commanding performance to clinch gold in the women’s 400m at the Indian Open, underlining her consistency across rounds and reaffirming her status as one of India’s leading quarter-milers. Clocking 53.31 seconds in the final, Vithya registered the fastest time across both A and B finals, capping off a near-flawless…
Ecuador’s Andres Andrade and Argentina’s Federico Agustin Gomez were crowned doubles champions at the Morelos Open 2026, defeating India’s Rithvik Choudary Bollipalli and Arjun Kadhe in a well-contested final at Estadio Morelos. The South American duo produced a composed and efficient performance to seal the title in straight sets, 6-3, 7-6, in a match that…
Punjab FC produced one of their most complete performances of the season, dismantling Kerala Blasters FC 3-1 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi in the Indian Super League, ISL 2025-26. A ruthless first-half showing, led by Samir Zeljković, Bede Osuji, and Dani Ramírez, ensured the visitors took full control of the contest early and…
In a landmark decision set to reshape the landscape of women’s football, the FIFA has officially confirmed the expansion of the Women’s World Cup to 48 teams starting from the 2031 edition. The move, approved unanimously by the FIFA Council, signals both the rapid growth of the women’s game globally and a strategic push to…
