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A routine role for ICE around next months Winter Olympics has drawn ire in Italy, amid President Donald Trumps sprawling immigration crackdown. ICE at Olympics angers Milan mayor, who says agencys image is terrible

After more than two months of contract disputes, NBCUniversal's lineup of channels are still not being carried by Fubo, which is a bummer for anyone hoping to watch the 2026 Winter Olympics . Once again, NBC will be the primary place to watch the Winter Games, but Fubo subscribers will need to find alternate viewing methods if they want to watch events like figure skating, ice hockey, luge or skiing this year. The Olympics will also be broadcast on the USA Network and CNBC, and those channels ar

During previous Olympics, several federal agencies have supported security for U.S. diplomats, including the investigative component of ICE called Homeland Security Investigations

A branch of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement will assist with security at the Winter Olympics in Italy, triggering anger from Italian leaders and rights groups. All security operations remain under Italian authority. It`s not known whether the HSI has in the past been involved in the Olympics, or whether this is a first

The Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina, Italy, are coming up fast. Here's how to watch all the games, in some cases for free.

The potential presence of ICE agents at the February 6-22 Games has sparked huge debate in Italy, following the outcry over the deaths of two civilians during an immigration crackdown in Minneapolis

Agents from the divisive Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will help support US security operations for the Winter Olympic Games in Italy next month

Ski jumping performance may depend on uniform size, with studies showing that small fabric changes can have a big impact. New regulations are intended to prevent cheating after last year's scandal.

In a recent interview, eight-time Olympic gold medalist Usain Bolt expressed his desire to play cricket in the upcoming LA28 Olympics for his native country.

New Delhi, Jan 19: Australian batting great Steve Smith has come to terms with his omission from Australias T20 World Cup preliminary squad, but the veteran is far from done with his international 20-20 ambitions. Although missing out on the squad was a setback, Smith remains determined to represent Australia at the 2028 Los Angeles []

Smith acknowledged that his chances in major Australian tournaments may be limited, but he's focused on enjoying cricket, performing well, and aiming for a spot in the team for the 2028 LA Olympics

The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, scheduled to take place from February 6 to 22, 2026, in northern Italy, face criticism over their climate impact, particularly due to sponsorship deals with high-carbon companies, according to a new report.

US Vice President JD Vance will lead an American delegation to the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy and attend the opening ceremony, the White House said. Vance will be joined by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio

LA 2028 Olympics tickets registration opens today as price details for tickets for Los Angeles Olympics are out.

The 64th edition of the school arts festival, being held in the cultural capital of Kerala, indeed promises plenty. Nearly 14,000 students will showcase their talent in 249 events

Climate change is significantly impacting winter sports, threatening the future of the Winter Olympics. Researchers predict a shrinking pool of reliable host locations due to warming temperatures and reduced snowfall. The IOC is exploring solutions like rotating hosts and earlier game dates, while relying heavily on snowmaking technology.

With memories of the pandemic-era Tokyo Games still fresh, organisers expect strong global interest in the 2028 LA Olympic, particularly given the scale of venues, entertainment offerings and Los Angeles status as a global cultural hub.

Development of Gujarat is our sankalp, big in vision, bold in execution, rooted in Gujarat and dedicated to the service of Bharat Mata, said Mukesh Ambani

Greater Noida: The last year proved to be a period of reflection for Nikhat Zareen, one that taught her to temper expectations while also strengthening her resolve to fulfil her dream of becoming an Olympic champion. After a stellar run that included back-to-back world titles, a Commonwealth Games gold and an Asian Games bronze, expectations Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our

The 17-year-old Anahat, who has displayed remarkable maturity and temperament, has the best opportunity to qualify; at 39, the evergreen Joshna will take it step-by-step in the build-up to the 2028 Games; Abhays athleticism and tactical awareness have kept him in good stead while Ramit, Velavan and Veer are the others with Olympic dreams

Savita said she isn't looking too far ahead to LA 2028 and is focussed on helping India qualify for the quadrennial mega-event through the Asian Games to be held in Aichi and Nagoya, Japan

VARANASI, Jan 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today asserted that India is preparing with full strength to host the 2036 Olympic Games, and declared his government was committed to providing more and more players greater opportunities to compete by hosting mega sporting events in the country. Addressing the inaugural function of the 72nd Senior National Volleyball Championship, being held here, via video conference, Modi said, the government was making every possible effort to provide exposure t

Modi pointed out that in the past decade, India has hosted more than 20 major international events across several cities, including the FIFA Under-17 World Cup, the Hockey World Cup and major chess tournaments.

India is setting its sights on hosting the 2036 Olympic Games in Gujarat. This ambitious goal follows the planned Commonwealth Games in 2030. The nation aims for a remarkable 100 medals at the 2036 Olympics, with Gujarat expected to contribute ten. Women athletes are anticipated to secure at least two of these medals.

The 2030 Commonwealth Games will be held in India, and the country is making strong efforts to host the 2036 Olympics, with the aim of giving more and more players greater opportunities to compete, said Mr. Modi

Over the last three years, Indian sports have acquired a notorious reputation across the entire world. For three successive years, India has recorded the highest number of doping offences globally. The number of positive cases for athletes using banned substances and performance-enhancing drugs has reached alarming proportions. According to the annual reports released by the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsAp

New Delhi, Dec 12: Star Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat on Friday announced that she would be coming out of retirement to take another shot at an elusive Olympic medal at the 2028 Los Angeles Games as the the fire never left her and was merely buried under exhaustion and noise. The 31-year-old had walked away from the sport after the heartbreak of the Paris Games last year, where she was dramatically disqualified for being 100 grams over the permissible weight [] The post Fire Never Left: Vinesh P

On August 8, 2024, Vinesh Phogat announced her retirement from wrestling a day after she was disqualified from the 50kg category Paris Olympics finals

India's star wrestler Vinesh Phogat surprised everyone with her latest post on X as she announced her comeback to the sport after nearly 18-month hiatus.

In a post on X, Vinesh announced her comeback to the mat, adding, I still love this sport. I still want to compete.

The participants included surrendered Maoists and victims of Naxal violences in Bastar

RAIPUR: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Thursday inaugurated a 3-day divisional-level annual Bastar Olympics at Indira Priyadarshini Stadium in Jagdalpur, where the athletes from all seven districts of the Bastar division presented an impressive march past. Around 3,500 athletes from districts of Bijapur, Dantewada, Kanker, Kondagaon, Narayanpur, Sukma and Jagdalpur, along with those from the Nua Baat category, are participating in the divisional-level Bastar Olympics. Maoists who

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Former Maoists are trading guns for sports gear at the Bastar Olympics. This event showcases their transition to mainstream life. Hundreds of ex-Maoists are competing in various sports. The games aim to foster peace and integration in the region. Union Home Minister Amit Shah will attend the finals.

Former Maoists are finding new purpose in Chhattisgarh's Bastar Olympics, trading guns for sports. Surrendered cadres like Kamla and Podiyam Bhima are now training for events like tug-of-war and archery, drawn by the opportunity to rebuild their lives. This initiative, supported by national leaders, marks a significant shift in the region.

India is trying to showcase Ahmedabads sports infrastructure in Olympics bid

Sunlight, ritual choreography and ancient Greek tradition mark the start of the Olympic torchs journey to Italy.

On Wednesday, the flame will be kindled once more for the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. From Olympia birthplace of the ancient games to Milans San Siro Stadium on Feb. 6, the torch will cross Italys cities, and cultural landmarks, carried by thousands of relay runners.

A United Arab Emirates team, represented by Indian-origin students, has won the gold medal at the 2025 FIRST Global Challenge. It's also called the Olympics of Robotics.

GREATER NOIDA, Nov 17: Outgoing World Boxing President Boris van der Vorst on Monday said ranking points will play a role in the qualification process for the 2028 Los Angeles Games as they will determine seedings in the qualifiers as well as the Olympics. World Boxing has introduced a new ranking system under which boxers []

Cricket's return to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics may not feature the iconic India-Pakistan showdown. Due to ICC's qualification pathway and the USA's automatic host entry, the tournament format could eliminate any chance of the high-voltage rivalry, raising concerns among global fans.

Pakistan are unlikely to qualify for the LA 2028 Olympic Games because of the organisers' new 'continent-based' rule.

New Delhi, Nov 7: The iconic Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium came alive on Friday as Indian hockey celebrated 100 glorious years with legends of the sport, including Olympic gold medallists Gurbux Singh and Aslam Sher Khan, gracing the historic occasion. Hockey India felicitated some of the games most celebrated icons in recognition of their lasting contributions to the sport and for the inspiration they provided to the generations of players. Those honoured at the ceremony included Gurbux, A

New Delhi, Nov 4: Star Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanus weight class has been dropped from the 2028 Olympics and she is set to bulk up to the 53kg category for the 2028 Games. Chanu had won the silver medal at the Tokyo Olympics in the 49kg. However, the lowest category for women at the 2028 []

Indian weightlifting champion Mirabai Chanu is gearing up for a new challenge as she prepares to compete in the 53kg division at the upcoming 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Chanu had earlier this year shifted to the 48kg category after the IWF dropped the 49kg division form the Olympics; though the 49kg class has now been reinstated for IWF events such as the World Championships, it will not feature in the Olympics

New Delhi, Nov 4: Star Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanus weight class has been dropped from the 2028 Olympics and she is set to bulk up to the 53kg category for the 2028 Games. Chanu had won the silver medal at the Tokyo Olympics in the 49kg. However, the lowest category for women at the 2028 LA Games is now 53kg following the International Olympic Committees (IOC) decision to increase the total number of weightlifting events to 12. Chief national coach [] The post Mirabai Chanus weight class a

Manuel Frederick, a celebrated former Indian hockey goalkeeper, has passed away in Bengaluru. He was 78. Frederick was part of the 1972 Munich Olympics bronze medal-winning team. He was also the first athlete from Kerala to win an Olympic medal. His career spanned seven years with the national team. He represented India in two World Cups.

Toronto, Oct 26: Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred is increasingly confident big league players will participate in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. MLB did not allow players on 40-man rosters at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, when Nippon Professional Baseball interrupted its season and Japan beat the US 2-0 in the gold medal game. MLB []

Celebrated Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra has been entrusted with the honor of carrying the torch for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games, set to enchant sports fans in Italy from February 6 to February 22. Bindra, who triumphed at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, shared his heartfelt gratitude for this prestigious role.

With Ahmedabad set to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games Sharda Ugra addresses the concerns over Indias ambition to host large-scale multi-sport international events.

Nearly 20,000 students will take part in the Kerala School Sports and Games 2025

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announced plans to launch professional women's and men's flag football leagues within two years, aiming to attract young fans and build a structured system. He also confirmed the league's return to Mexico City next year and its expansion of international games to Asia, following Australia, emphasizing sports' unifying role globally.