New Delhi, Feb 21: In a bid to resolve Indian sports perennial problem of selection furores, the sports ministry will push for trials that are video-graphed in the presence of an observer across disciplines. The move, ministry hopes, will ensure that no athlete feels aggrieved or hard done during the selection process. All selection trials will be conducted under video surveillance to ensure transparency and fairness. You will see the turbulence in sports come down with these efforts, a ministry

New Delhi, Feb 20: India will be represented by a 49-member contingent at the Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025, to be held in Turin, Italy from March 8 to 15. The contingent includes 30 athletes and 19 support staff, who will be participating across six disciplines alpine skiing, cross country skiing, floorball, short-track speed skating, snowboarding and snowshoeing. The 12th edition of the Special Olympics World Winter Games will feature eight disciplines and are expected to draw over

Doha, Feb 20: Indian cue sports maestro Pankaj Advani has once again showcased his brilliance on the international stage, capturing an unprecedented 14th gold medal at the Asian Snooker Championship here. The triumph comes just days after he won the National Snooker Championship in Indore, proving yet again why he remains the countrys most celebrated cueist. Advanis victory in Doha adds to an already staggering list of accolades. He now holds five Asian snooker titles (across 15-red, 6-reds, and

Dubai, Feb 19: Indian superstar Virat Kohli has always liked the format of Champions Trophy as it demands the eight participating teams to be at their best from the get go. The Champions Trophy is taking place for the first time since 2017 when India lost the final to Pakistan. India open their campaign against Bangladesh here on Thursday. The tournament is happening after a long time. I have always liked this tournament. It represents consistency as you have to [] The post Have always liked Cha

NEW DELHI: Star Indian pistol shooter Manu Bhaker was named the BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year on Monday, following her outstanding performance at the Paris Olympics. Manu was among five nominees for the award, alongside golfer Aditi Ashok, para shooter Avani Lekhara, India womens cricket vice-captain Smriti Mandhana, and wrestler Vinesh Phogat each recognised for their exceptional contributions to Indian sport. The nominees were shortlisted by an eminent jury of sports journalists and writ

Bengaluru, Feb 17: Mohammed Shamis right hand has more sleight than a magician. A simple cock of his wrist can outfox the best batters in the world. But can he unlock the sorcery and help India reclaim the ICC Champions Trophy after 12 years? The fans will certainly expect Shami to hit his strides straightaway in the marquee event because Indias primary strike weapon Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out due to an injury. But there are multiple concerns as [] The post Bumrah-less India hope for Sham