Indian diving scripted a new chapter of history on a landmark evening at the 11th Asian Aquatics Championships, as Sairem and Wilson Singh Ningthoujam delivered a stunning performance to win bronze in the men’s synchronized 10m platform. Their total score of 300.66 points secured India’s first-ever medal in diving at the Asian level, a breakthrough…
On a night when India’s elite swimmers thrilled the home crowd with medals and record-breaking performances, 16-year-old Rujula Shashidhara quietly made her own mark on history at the 11th Asian Aquatics Championships. The Bengaluru teenager clocked 26.34 seconds in the women’s 50m freestyle final, shaving two-hundredths of a second off her own national record of…
The 11th Asian Aquatics Championships kicked off with an electrifying opening day at the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex, and for India, it was double Olympian Srihari Nataraj who led the way. The 24-year-old Bengaluru swimmer claimed two silver medals in the men’s 200m freestyle and 50m backstroke, before returning to the pool to anchor the…
Indian swimming finally had its long-awaited breakthrough on continental waters, and at the centre of it all was Srihari Nataraj. The 24-year-old Bengaluru ace produced a spectacular opening day at the 11th Asian Aquatics Championships by winning two individual silver medals and a relay bronze, ending India’s 16-year drought for a continental swimming medal and…
Indian para archers delivered a historic performance at the World Para Archery Championships 2025, finishing second on the medal table with an unprecedented five medals two gold, two silver and one bronze. This marks India’s best-ever tally at the global event and reflects the rapid rise of the nation’s para archery program on the world…
Indian upcoming squash star Abhay Singh delivered one of the biggest upsets of the season, defeating former World No.1 and 2016 World Champion Karim Abdel Gawad in the opening round of the prestigious QTerminals Qatar Classic, a PSA Platinum event. The 25-year-old from Chennai, currently ranked World No.35 and India’s top male player, produced a…
The prestigious 11th Asian Aquatics Championships was officially declared open by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Gujarat Shri Bhupendra Patel here on Sunday, as the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex brimmed with excitement and anticipation of over 1,100 participants from across 29 countries. The 14-day event will see swimming, diving, water polo and artistic swimming events…
Indian swimming finally has a new chapter to celebrate, and it comes courtesy of Bengaluru’s own Srihari Nataraj. On a cool evening at the state-of-the-art Veer Savarkar Sports Complex in Ahmedabad, the 24-year-old delivered a performance for the ages, winning silver in the men’s 200m freestyle at the 11th Asian Aquatics Championships. His time of…
At just 18 years old, Sheetal Devi has already crafted a sporting résumé that would be the envy of even the most seasoned athletes. Born without arms, the teenage archer has turned what many would consider a limitation into her greatest strength, rewriting history for India in para archery with an incredible mix of resilience,…
The 2025 World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi produced another memorable day for Indian para-athletes, as the nation celebrated a historic gold medal from high jumper Shailesh Kumar and a hard-fought silver from defending champion Deepthi Jeevanji. With these podium finishes, India continued to strengthen its medal tally and assert its growing presence on…
The 2025 Asian Aquatics Championships opened to a wave of excitement at the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex as India’s swimmers delivered an encouraging set of performances in the morning heats of Day 1. With over 1,100 athletes from 20 nations competing across swimming, diving, water polo, artistic swimming, and open-water disciplines, the home team made…
Indian junior cyclist Harshita Jakhar wrapped up a courageous and educational campaign at the Road Cycling World Championships, finishing both of her events with determination and poise. Representing India as the lone competitor in this year’s global showpiece, the teenager gained invaluable experience against the world’s best in a sport where opportunities for Indian riders…
The 2025 IWF World Championships, set for October 2–11 in Førde, Norway, will be more than a test of strength it will be the first major battleground of a new Olympic cycle and a decisive data-gathering mission for Indian weightlifting. With revised weight categories and a compressed competitive field, India enters this championship with a…
When 18-year-old Sheetal Devi clinched the Compound Women’s Open Individual Gold at the 2025 Para Archery World Championships in Gwangju, she didn’t just win a medal she announced India’s arrival as a dominant force in global para archery. Born without arms and shooting entirely with her feet, Sheetal’s ascent from a remote village in Jammu…
India’s para archery sensation, Sheetal Devi, has scripted another chapter of brilliance by storming into the final of the Women’s Compound event at the ongoing World Para Archery Championships. With a series of commanding yet nail-biting wins, the young archer has proven not only her consistency under pressure but also her growing stature on the…
For nearly a decade, Srihari Nataraj has been the face of Indian backstroke swimming. A two-time Olympian, he has built his reputation on consistency in the 100m and 200m backstroke, carrying Indian hopes across multiple international platforms. But as the Asian Aquatic Championship 2025 approaches, Nataraj is preparing to script a new chapter this time…
The stage is set for a historic moment in Indian sport as the World Para Athletics Championships arrive in New Delhi for the very first time. From 27 September to 5 October, the iconic Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium will host over 2,200 athletes from 104 countries, battling across 184 medal events. For India, this is more…
As the cheers from the packed stands in Mullanpur and Delhi still linger, the Indian women cricket team finds itself buzzing with a mix of exhilaration and resolve. The three-match ODI series against Australia, concluding on September 20, 2025, served as more than a routine bilateral contest it was a crucial litmus test ahead of…
The story of India’s rise in World para athletics is not just about medals won or rankings improved; it is about a systemic transformation that has redefined the nation’s sporting identity. Over little more than a decade, India has gone from a country struggling to make a mark at the World Para Athletics Championships to…
India’s para archery campaign in Gwangju, South Korea, received a major boost as Sheetal Devi and Toman Kumar powered their way into the Compound Mixed Team bronze medal match at the ongoing World Para Archery Championships. The Indian duo showcased resilience, consistency, and remarkable composure under pressure to emerge as serious medal contenders. Round of…
When Sandhyarani Tudu sprinted across the try line at the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Series (ARESS) 2025 in Hangzhou, she didn’t just score points she marked a turning point for Indian women’s rugby. As India’s top scorer with 24 points in their debut at this elite competition, the 21-year-old from Odisha became a symbol of…
Strong Start for India at the Para Archery World Championships: Harvinder Singh Shines with Career-Best Qualification Finish The Indian para-archery contingent opened their campaign at the World Para Archery Championships 2025 in Gwangju, Korea, with a solid performance in the qualification rounds. The spotlight was firmly on Harvinder Singh, who delivered his best-ever qualification round…
In less than a week, New Delhi will become the epicenter of global para-sport. From September 27 to October 5, 2025, the IndianOil World Para Athletics Championships will unfold at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium a landmark first not only for India but also for South Asia. With more than 2,200 athletes and support staff from…
The Covelong Classic 2025, India’s premier surf festival, reached a dramatic conclusion on Sunday as Tamil Nadu surfers swept the top honors at the National Surfing Championship 2025. Against the backdrop of Kovalam’s waves, local athletes turned in historic performances that underlined both the state’s dominance and India’s growing stature in world surfing. The annual…
India’s Triumphant Return: A Landmark Campaign at the China Para Badminton International 2025 The 2025 China Para Badminton International in Beijing turned into a defining chapter in India’s para-badminton journey. A pivotal Grade 2 Level 2 event on the BWF Para Badminton World Circuit, the tournament saw India clinch 12 medals four gold, three silver,…
The Indian women’s rugby sevens team made a memorable debut at the top tier of Asian rugby, finishing sixth at the Asia Rugby Sevens Series (Leg 1) in Hangzhou, China. Competing against Asia’s 12 strongest rugby nations, the Indian girls not only held their own but also scripted historic victories along the way, marking a…
In the vibrant city of Samarkand, Uzbekistan, where history whispers through ancient domes, R. Vaishali Rameshbabu carved her own legacy on September 15, 2025. The Indian Grandmaster clinched the FIDE Women’s Grand Swiss title for the second year running, a feat no one man or woman has achieved in this tournament’s young but fierce history….
In what can only be described as a cricketing spectacle, the third ODI between India Women and Australia Women at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, on September 2025, will be remembered for its sheer audacity, record-breaking feats, and breathtaking performances. The match, part of the Australia Women Tour of India ODI Series 2025, witnessed scores tumbling,…
Smriti Mandhana, the undisputed queen of Indian cricket, etched her name in history yet again with a record-breaking performance in the 3rd ODI against Australia in 2025. Reaching her century in just 50 balls, Mandhana set the benchmark for the fastest ODI hundred by an Indian batter, surpassing even Virat Kohli’s 52-ball ton against the…
The third ODI between India Women and Australia Women at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, will go down as one of the most spectacular matches in women’s cricket history. Beyond the thrilling contest, the game was a record-breaking extravaganza, with multiple milestones achieved, personal feats set, and historical firsts for Indian cricket. While Australia won the…
When 20-year-old Himanshi Tokas rose to World No. 1 in the International Judo Federation’s junior women’s -63kg category this September, she etched her name into Indian sporting history. Never before had an Indian judoka, male or female, reached the summit of the global junior rankings. For a nation that has long struggled to make a…
Indian basketball scripted history on Sunday as the U16 women’s team captured their first-ever gold medal at the FIBA U16 Women’s Asia Cup Division B, defeating Iran 67-66 in a thrilling final at Arena Seremban. The narrow victory capped an unbeaten run through the tournament and secured India’s long-awaited promotion back to Division A for…
The Indian U16 women’s basketball team produced a composed yet emphatic performance to book their spot in the final of the FIBA U16 Women’s Asia Cup Division B, defeating Indonesia 65-53 at Arena Seremban on Wednesday. With this victory, India not only secured a place in the championship game but also kept alive their dream…
When Smriti Mandhana stroked her way to a 77-ball century against Australia on September 17, 2025, it was more than just another glittering knock. It was a statement of intent, a redefinition of what greatness looks like in Indian women’s cricket, and perhaps the clearest signal yet that Mandhana has claimed the crown as India’s…
September 17, 2025, will go down as one of the most iconic days in Indian women cricket. In Chandigarh, India not only levelled the three-match ODI series against Australia 1-1, but also achieved something no team had ever done before handing the world champions their first-ever defeat by a margin of more than 100 runs…
The Indian U16 women’s basketball team continued their sensational run at the FIBA U16 Women’s Asia Cup 2025 – Division B, storming into the semi-finals with a commanding 71-54 win over Samoa. The victory sealed India’s place at the top of Group A with an unbeaten 3-0 record, underlining their credentials as the team to…
The second edition of the Asian Lacrosse Games is set to mark a transformative chapter for lacrosse in the Asia-Pacific region. With 14 national teams competing in the “sixes” format the very version confirmed for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics the tournament underscores both the growth of the sport and its Olympic ambitions. Saudi Arabia,…
Indian sport has witnessed many historic firsts, but few can match the magnitude of what unfolded at the World Speed Skating Championships. For the very first time, the Indian tricolour was raised at the pinnacle of the sport as Anandkumar Velkumar and Krish Sharma stormed to world titles in their respective categories, creating an indelible…
The Indian U18 Girls Rugby team wrapped up their campaign at the Asia Rugby U18 Girls Sevens Asia Cup with a spirited fourth-place finish, marking one of their best continental performances in recent years. While the podium eluded them after a tough 12–20 loss to Hong Kong in the bronze medal match, the journey showcased…
Indian judo took a giant stride forward at the Asian Junior Judo Championships 2025 in Jakarta, as the country’s young judokas produced their best-ever performance at this stage, collecting six medals two gold, one silver, and three bronze. The campaign was marked by a twin-gold strike on the opening day, followed by steady results that…
Forged in Gold: India’s Women World Boxing Champions When Mary Kom stood atop the podium in Antalya, Turkey, in 2002, clutching India’s first women’s world boxing title, few could have imagined the dynasty she was starting. Two decades on, India has produced ten world champions, who together have redefined the sport and the role of…
In a thrilling display of resilience and skill, India’s U16 women’s basketball team continued their unbeaten streak at the FIBA U16 Women’s Asia Cup 2025 Division B, defeating Uzbekistan 81-69 in their second Group A match. The victory, played at Arena Seremban, positions India on the brink of advancing to the semi-finals, showcasing the growing…
In a performance that will be remembered for years to come, Minakshi Hooda etched her name into Indian sporting history by winning the women’s 48kg gold medal at the 2025 World Boxing Championships. The 24-year-old boxer from India stunned Kazakhstan’s legendary Nazym Kyzaibay a three time World Champion and Olympic bronze medallist in the final,…
The next generation of Indian rugby talent displayed both promise and resilience at the U18 Asia Rugby Sevens, with the women’s team booking a place in the semifinals and the men’s side impressing against seasoned opponents. The tournament, hosted in China, brought together the best junior rugby sevens squads from across Asia, offering a valuable…
In a heart-stopping Group Stage clash at the FIBA Asia Cup U16 Womens Division B, India’s young basketball talents edged out Iran with a nail-biting 70-67 victory on Saturday. The triumph, fueled by standout performances from emerging star Reva Amit Kulkarni, has ignited hope for the nation’s women’s basketball future as they prepare to face…
The World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool will be remembered as a watershed moment for Indian women’s boxing. On a high-voltage evening inside the Echo Arena, two Indian boxers Nupur Sheoran (+80kg) and Jaismine Lamboria (57kg) delivered commanding semifinal wins to storm into the finals of their respective categories. Their performances not only secured silver…
India’s campaign at the inaugural World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool reached an important milestone on Thursday, with Pooja Rani and Jaismine Lamboria assuring themselves of semifinal spots. Their victories added to Nupur’s earlier success, confirming three medals for India at the event so far. This marks a strong showing for the 20-member Indian contingent…
Gaganjeet Bhullar showed his class with a composed 1-under 71 on Friday, joining overnight leader Shaurya Binu at the top of the leaderboard in the inaugural ₹1.5 crore IGPL Invitational Chandigarh. At 3-under 141 after two rounds, Bhullar (70-71) and Binu (69-72) are locked in a tie for first place, setting up a tense battle…
India rugby is entering one of its most important weeks in recent history as we go for Asia Rugby Emirates U-18 7s On September 13-14, 2025, the nation’s U-18 Boys and Girls squads will compete at the Asia Rugby Emirates U-18 7s Championship in Hohhot, China, a tournament that represents far more than just medals…
It was a day of commanding performances for Indian boxing at the ongoing Boxing World Championships, with Abhinash Jamwal, Jadumani Singh, Minakshi Hooda, and Nikhat Zareen all advancing to the quarterfinals. Their wins pushed India’s tally of quarterfinalists to seven, underlining the nation’s growing strength in the ring. Competing in the men’s 65kg division, Abhinash…
