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

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 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

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

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

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 2026 international shooting season gets underway with the ISSF World Cup in Tangier, and India’s skeet shooters find themselves stepping into one of the most competitive fields in recent memory. Set against the backdrop of the Club Tangérois de

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

In a significant step towards strengthening grassroots football in the country, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) has announced a multi-year partnership with the Dream Sports Foundation (DSF), naming it the official Youth Development Partner for U16 football in India.

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

Beneath the serene skies and turquoise waters of the Maldives, the Indian U20 men’s team has arrived with a clear objective development through competition. While the surroundings offer calm, the focus within the Indian camp is firmly on preparation, performance,

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 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

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,

The inaugural National Indoor Athletics Championships in Bhubaneswar delivered a sprinting spectacle, headlined by Gurindervir Singh, who stormed to gold in the men’s 60m final while rewriting the national record books. Clocking an impressive 6.60 seconds, Gurindervir not only clinched

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Head coach Khalid Jamil on Tuesday announced a 23-member squad for India’s final AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 Qualifiers Round match against Hong Kong, China, scheduled to be played on March 31 at the Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium in

India’s emerging pole vault star Baranica Elangovan delivered a landmark performance at the National Indoor Athletics Championships 2026, rewriting the record books and announcing herself as a major force in Indian athletics. The Tamil Nadu athlete cleared 4.22m to win

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

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

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

India has named a balanced and strategically assembled squad for the 2026 Thomas & Uber Cup Finals, with a clear emphasis on blending proven performers with emerging talent. Set to be held in Horsens, Denmark from April 24 to May

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

The Indian U17 men’s national team, Blue Colts has entered a decisive phase of its preparations for the AFC U17 Asian Cup 2026, with head coach Bibiano Fernandes naming a 24-member squad for a crucial exposure tour in Lopburi, Thailand.

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

Indian volleyball has received a crucial but conditional reprieve, with the Fédération Internationale de Volleyball (FIVB) granting provisional recognition to the interim body of the Volleyball Federation of India (VFI) for a limited period of eight months, until November 20,

India U17 men’s team continues its structured build-up to the AFC U-17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026 with a series of high-quality international friendlies in Lopburi, Thailand. The Blue Colts, under head coach Bibiano Fernandes, are scheduled to face Thailand,

Cricket’s long-awaited return to the Olympic Games is now firmly structured, with the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics set to feature a compact yet high-intensity T20 tournament. After a 128-year absence from the Olympic programme, the sport will re-enter the global

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 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

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

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

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

Bengaluru FC continued their upward momentum in the Indian Super League 2025-26 season with a commanding 3-1 victory over Inter Kashi at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Sunday. A decisive second-half brace from Braian Sánchez proved to be

FC Goa captain Sandesh Jhingan produced a decisive moment late in the game to rescue a 1-1 draw against Chennaiyin FC in their Indian Super League 2025-26 clash at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai on Sunday. In a match

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

On a warm afternoon at the National Games, as the schedule tightened and fatigue began to creep into the legs of even the most conditioned athletes, Moumita Mondal did something few in Indian athletics have managed. Within a span of

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

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,

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

India’s teenage squash sensation Anahat Singh continued her impressive run at the JSW Indian Open 2026, booking her place in the women’s singles final with a composed 3-1 victory over compatriot Tanvi Khanna in Mumbai on Saturday. The top seed

India’s Abhay Singh delivered a composed and tactically sharp performance to book his place in the final of the JSW Indian Open 2026, overcoming Malaysia’s Ameeshenraj Chandaran 3-1 in a high-quality semifinal clash in Mumbai. In a match defined by

The 87th UTT Senior National Table Tennis Championships concluded on a compelling note at the Abhay Prashal Stadium in Indore, as Manav Thakkar and Yashaswini Ghorpade clinched their maiden senior national singles titles. Their triumphs not only marked personal milestones

Sidharth Rawat’s persistence on the ITF circuit finally translated into a breakthrough moment as the Indian tennis player battled past World No. 268 Florent Bax in a gripping semifinal to enter his maiden M25 final in Mumbai. In doing so,

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

Indian youth football is entering one of its most decisive phases in recent history. With sweeping structural changes introduced by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Championships have now transformed from regional competitions into high-stakes

On a pleasant evening at Mumbai’s Cricket Club of India, Veer Chotrani walked off court with quiet satisfaction. It wasn’t just another win it was a step into the semifinals of the JSW Indian Open 2026, a tournament that represents

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,

Diamond Harbour FC delivered a statement performance in the Indian Football League 2025-26, defeating Aizawl FC 2-0 in Match 19 at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium. A clinical second-half brace from Antonio Moyano ensured the visitors secured their third consecutive win

Indian athletics enters a critical phase in 2026, and at the centre of this momentum is one name Animesh Kujur. The national record holder in both the 100m and 200m is set to begin his season at the National Indoor

The Morelos Open 2026 has reached its decisive stage, with a gripping quarterfinal day reshaping the tournament narrative and setting up an intriguing semifinal lineup at Estadio Morelos. Headlined by the early exit of defending champion Marc-Andrea Huesler and a

Indian gymnastics registered a significant milestone on the international stage as Harschit Damodharan and Nishad Milind Naravane advanced to the finals of the prestigious DTB Pokal 2026 in Stuttgart, Germany. Competing against some of the strongest junior gymnasts from across

The India U20 women’s national team has taken a significant step in its continental journey, arriving in Thailand with a 24-member squad ahead of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup 2026. For a group that has already scripted history by

Indian women’s badminton scripted a landmark moment on the global stage as Tanvi Sharma and Isharani Baruah advanced to the semifinals of the Orleans Masters Super 300 in France. For the first time in the BWF World Tour era, two

Odisha FC produced a commanding performance to secure their first win of the Indian Super League 2025-26 season, defeating NorthEast United FC 4-1 at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati on Friday. Spearheading the victory was Rahul KP, whose

Gokulam Kerala FC produced a composed and efficient performance to secure their first victory of the Indian Football League 2025–26 season, defeating Dempo SC 2-0 at the Payyanad Stadium in Manjeri on Friday. Goals from Moses Lalrinzuala in the first

Mumbai City FC delivered a tactically disciplined and defensively resolute performance to edge past Mohun Bagan Super Giant 1-0 in a high-intensity Indian Super League, ISL 2025-26 clash at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata. A first-half goal from

India’s Sidharth Rawat delivered one of his most assured performances of the season to storm into the semifinals of the MSLTA $25,000 ITF Men’s Tennis Tournament, currently underway at the Dr. G.A. Ranade Tennis Centre in Mumbai. In a tournament

The 87th UTT Senior National Table Tennis Championships in Indore delivered one of its most compelling days of action as the doubles finals took centre stage at the Abhay Prashal Stadium. With high-intensity rallies, momentum swings, and pressure-filled deciders, Railways

In a move that reflects India’s growing stature as a global hub for hockey development, Hockey India has hosted the Kazakhstan Senior Men’s Hockey Team for a high-performance training camp at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) Northern Regional Centre

Indian women’s squash took centre stage at the JSW Indian Open 2026 in Mumbai as Anahat Singh and Tanvi Khanna delivered commanding performances to book their places in the semifinals. On a day marked by composure, tactical clarity, and breakthrough

India’s rising dominance in squash was on full display at the JSW Indian Open 2026 in Mumbai, as Abhay Singh and Veer Chotrani delivered commanding performances to storm into the men’s semifinals. On a day where Indian players asserted control

Indian rugby is set for a significant moment of progression as clubs from the country prepare to feature in the inaugural Emirates 7s Asia Rugby Clubs Cup, scheduled to be held in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on July 4–5, 2026. With

In a significant endorsement of its growing technical ecosystem, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) has been awarded the prestigious Triple-A Certificate by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC). The recognition, announced at the AFC Technical Summit on March 19, 2026,

Mumbai witnessed a gripping day of high-quality squash as Day 2 of the JSW Indian Open 2026 at the CCI Brabourne Stadium delivered a compelling mix of dominant Indian performances, major upsets, and intense five-game battles. With the tournament moving

In a dramatic contest defined by fine margins and late twists, Shillong Lajong FC rode on a brace from Phrangki Buam to secure a 2-1 victory over Chanmari FC at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Aizawl. The win propelled Lajong

Indian wrestling has taken a decisive step toward the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic cycle with the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) finalising a new set of foreign coaches across all three disciplines men’s freestyle, women’s wrestling, and Greco-Roman. The appointments,

Asia rugby is set to enter a transformative phase as the Emirates 7s Asia Rugby Clubs Cup, scheduled for July 4–5, 2026 in Colombo, Sri Lanka, expands to include a women’s competition alongside the men’s event. The move marks a

A dramatic late equaliser from Nikola Stojanović ensured Jamshedpur FC salvaged a 1-1 draw against Sporting Club Delhi in their Indian Super League 2025-26 clash at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi. In a contest shaped by missed chances,

Indian football’s youth development pathway has entered a critical phase with the appointment of Mahesh Gawali as the head coach of the Indian U20 men’s national team. The decision reflects a clear strategic direction from the All India Football Federation

As the countdown begins for the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026, Indian men’s team chief coach Craig Fulton has struck a confident yet measured tone following the announcement of the pool draw. Placed in a challenging Pool D alongside

Sreenidi Deccan FC were forced to settle for a point at home after a resilient Namdhari SC side held them to a 1-1 draw in the Indian Football League (IFL) 2025-26 at the Deccan Arena in Hyderabad. While the result

After a 20-year wait, the India U20 women’s football team is set to return to the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup, carrying with them not just the weight of history but a renewed sense of belief and preparation. Leading the

The men’s doubles competition at the 87th UTT Senior National Table Tennis Championships delivered one of its most dramatic days at the Abhay Prashal Stadium, with the exit of top-seeded West Bengal pair Ankur Bhattacharjee and Shankhadip Das opening up

The eighth edition of the Commonwealth Youth Games (CYG) is set to be staged across Malta and its sister island Gozo from October 29 to November 4, 2027, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of youth sport within the

Indian tennis continues to unearth promising young talent, and this week in Spain, 16-year-old Maaya Rajeshwaran has firmly announced herself on the international junior circuit. Competing at the prestigious ITF J300 event in Villena, Maaya has put together a string

In a historic development for Indian sport, India has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2028 World Athletics Indoor Championships, with the event set to take place at the Kalinga Indoor Athletics Stadium in Odisha. The announcement, confirmed by

Indian women’s football continues to unearth promising young talent, and the latest name to capture attention is 14-year-old Joya. In a dramatic encounter in Yangon on March 14, the young striker etched her name into the headlines by scoring the

The Indian Football League 2025-26 season continues to build momentum with two key fixtures lined up on Thursday, March 19, as Chanmari FC host Shillong Lajong FC in Aizawl, while Sreenidi Deccan FC take on Namdhari Sports Academy in Hyderabad.

The Orleans Masters witnessed a day of high-intensity badminton action in the Round of 32, with Indian shuttlers delivering a mix of impressive victories and hard-fought defeats. While several young names stepped up with strong performances, the day also exposed

The opening round of the MSLTA 25k ITF Men’s Tennis Tournament offered a revealing snapshot of Indian tennis promising depth, spirited performances, but also a clear reminder of the gap that still exists against consistent international opposition. While several Indian

The 87th UTT Senior National Table Tennis Championships witnessed a lively start to its singles events at the Abhay Prashal Stadium, as the qualification rounds delivered a compelling mix of dominant performances and edge-of-the-seat encounters. With the top 16-ranked players

The opening round of the JSW Indian Open 2026 in Mumbai delivered exactly what top-tier squash promises intensity, resilience, and moments of individual brilliance. At the centre of it all was 22-year-old Om Semwal, who produced one of the most

On a cold March evening in Fayetteville, Arkansas, the moment arrived that would redefine not just a career, but a narrative for Lokesh Sathyanathan He sprinted down the runway, rhythm measured, strides precise, before launching himself into history.  When he