Harjinder Kaur Wins Silver As India Bag 7th Weightlifting Medal At Commonwealth Games 2026
India's Harjinder Kaur produced a brilliant performance to win the women's 69kg weightlifting silver medal at the Commonwealth Games, breaking Games records in both the snatch and clean and jerk
CWG 2026: Harjinder Kaur wins silver with 227kg total in 69kg Weightlifting
Harjinder Kaur secured a silver medal in the women's 69kg weightlifting event. She achieved a combined total of 227kg, lifting 101kg in the snatch. Kaur then lifted 126kg in the clean and jerk, setting a new record. Canada's Charlotte Simoneau claimed the gold medal with a total of 240kg. Australia's Nya Phebe Hayman earned the bronze medal with 218kg.
Football Rules Panel Reignites VAR Row, Gives Big Verdict On FIFA World Cup 2026 Decision
Football's law-making panel clarified its guidance to referees which confirmed Switzerland forward Breel Embolo should not have been sent off in the World Cup quarterfinals against Argentina.
Commonwealth Games: Preeti, Priya assured of medals
Warwickshire Recruit Indian Opener Pratika Rawal Until End Of 2026 Season
English county Warwickshire Bears have signed gutsy India opener Pratika Rawal until the end of the 2026 domestic season, the club announced on Tuesday.
Ten Doeschate departs from Indias coaching staff
The Dutchman is understood to have formally tendered his resignation following the conclusion of Indias limited-overs tour of England last week, drawing the curtains on a tenure that saw him work across formats during a period of transition in Indian cricket
Smriti Mandhana stars with 88* as Super Giants down Sunrisers
Superbly paced knock from India opener sees visitors take spoils in northern derby
Everyone aware of country responsible for stymying SAARC: MEA
The organisation has remained inactive since 2016 after India withdrew from the Islamabad summit following the Uri terror attack. India also criticised Pakistan for using international forums to spread misinformation and deflect attention from its record on cross-border terrorism.
Draft of SLC constitution handed over to sports minister
Proposals were made for a 14-member board and improvements in coaching, umpiring and pitch curation at all levels
Finger injury puts Shan Masood in doubt for Pakistan's second innings
The former Pakistan captain suffered the injury during his knock on day three, did not take field on the fourth morning and didn't bat at his usual No. 3 spot
Commonwealth TT Championships: Indian women edge past Australia, book semifinal spot
Durand Cup: South United beats CISF Protectors
Report Claims Gianni Infantino May Sell Stakes In FIFA World Cup. UEFA Gives Brutal Verdict
European football governing body UEFA slammed reports claiming that FIFA president Gianni Infantino may consider selling stakes in the men's FIFA World Cup to investors in the future.
Martindale fifty steers Notts after Pocklington four-for
Home side complete routine win as Leicestershire struggle despite Eskinazi's unbeaten 94
Lifter Nirupama Devi Fails To Finish 63kg Event
Nirupama Devi looked out of rhythm throughout the evening, completing only a 93kg snatch in an error-strewn performance.
Pratika Rawal set for County Cricket debut, joins Warwickshire for One-Day Cup
Indian batter Pratika Rawal joins Warwickshire Bears for the 2026 season. She will strengthen the team's batting in the Metro Bank One-Day Cup. Rawal returns to cricket after recovering from a knee injury. Warwickshire aims for the tournament's knockout stage with her addition. She expressed excitement for county cricket and playing at Edgbaston.
Cricket club under fire after 'Clicky Ponting' finger-click cheating claim goes viral
An amateur cricket match has sparked controversy over alleged umpire deception. A fielder reportedly clicked his fingers to simulate an edge off the bat. This incident has led to a formal investigation by the league officials. Other similar allegations have also surfaced against the same club. The league is now examining the dismissals for deliberate deception.
Seales, Roach leave Pakistan in early trouble in 211 chase
Earlier, lower-order contributions from Shamar Joseph and Roach lifted West Indies to 181
This year has been a mixed bag for Tilak Varma in T20Is, with 462 runs in 19 matches and innings at an average of over 34 and a strike rate of nearly 149, including three fifties and a best score of 60*.
Lovlina Borgohain Struggles To 'Focus On CWG Semi-Finals' Amid Assam Flood Crisis
The 28-year-old boxer from Assam is assured of at least a bronze medal after receiving a direct entry into the women's 75kg semifinals because of the five-boxer draw.
Durand Cup: TRAU, NEROCA share points in Imphal opener
Imphal: Local rivals TRAU FC and NEROCA FC began their 135th Durand Cup campaign with a goalless draw in the Group D opening match of the Imphal leg at the Khuman Lampak Main Stadium on Tuesday. Neither side could break the deadlock during regulation time, with both teams settling for a point each. Manipur Governor [] The post Durand Cup: TRAU, NEROCA share points in Imphal opener appeared first on NorthEast Now .
How injured Tejaswin put aside heartbreak to help Kushare script CWG history
Tejaswin Shankar's Commonwealth Games high jump ended due to injury. He then coached Sarvesh Kushare, who won a historic silver medal. Kushare credited Shankar's advice for his improved performance during the competition. Shankar's own medal hopes were dashed before the event truly began. He now aims to compete in the decathlon despite his knee issue.
Maharani Trophy | Vrindas Hubli Tigers seizes the moment, shifts the momentum
Pratika Rawal signs with Warwickshire Bears
The India top-order batter is set to return to action after missing the Lord's Test with injury
Heartbreak for India! Nirupama fails to finish in Women's 63kg weightlifting
Nirupama Devi's medal hopes ended after failing all clean and jerk attempts. She had been in contention after a strong snatch performance. Canada's Maude Charron set new records and won gold in the event. Sarah Davies Smale secured the silver medal for England. India's weightlifting team continues to be a strong performer at the Games.
Rachel Lewis appointed as first female chair of Essex
Former Olympian succeeds Jason Gallian, who had been in the role on an interim basis
Roberto Mancini returns to rescue Italy after three straight FIFA World Cup misses
Roberto Mancini has been appointed Italy's new head coach, tasked with rebuilding the national team. He previously led Italy to European Championship glory in 2021. The team failed to qualify for the last three FIFA World Cups. Claudio Ranieri joins as the federation's new technical director. Mancini faces immediate challenges in the Nations League competition.
Commonwealth Games: Ajaya clinches silver, does one better than dad
BCCI Decides To Not Renew 2Two India Coaches' Contracts After England Series
Winds of change are sweeping through Indian cricket. After the tours of Ireland and England, where India lost two T20I series and an ODI series, the BCCI was expected to conduct a review
Major changes in Team India: Doeschate steps down; Subhadeep replaces Dilip
Ryan ten Doeschate has resigned as India's assistant coach after two years. Subhadeep Ghosh will now serve as the team's new fielding coach. Ten Doeschate cited personal reasons for stepping away from the demanding role. His final assignment was the recent white-ball tour of England. Ghosh's first international assignment will be the Sri Lanka Test series.
Geneva to host Gukesh-Sindarov World chess championship match
Both players are aged 20, making it the youngest World title match in history
Injury-hit Ireland call up Moondra for ODIs against Afghanistan
Little, Hollard, Young, McCarthy, Neill and David Delany were not available for selection
'Only Job I Wanted': France Turn To Zinedine Zidane As Head Coach
Zinedine Zidane was appointed France coach on Tuesday, as widely expected, following the departure of Didier Deschamps, the French Football Federation (FFF) announced.
TVS launches mini bikes to help grassroots two-wheeler racing
Roberto Mancini Named Italy Football Team Head Coach For Second Time
Roberto Mancini has once again been tasked with revitalizing an Italy team in crisis, almost exactly three years after he bolted on the national team. Italian soccer federation Giovanni Malago...
FIDE reveals host city for Gukesh vs Sindarov World Championship clash
Geneva, Switzerland, will host the 2026 FIDE World Championship Match. Reigning champion Gukesh Dommaraju will defend his title against Javokhir Sindarov. This historic contest will feature the youngest players ever to compete for the championship. The match is scheduled to take place from November 25 to December 15. FIDE selected Geneva as a neutral venue for this significant chess event.
Corinthian obliges in the feature event
Monday night belonged to Sharmila Dhankar. The 40-year-old etched her name in history as India's first para-athlete to clinch a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games
Sarvesh Kushare: Onion Farmer's Son From Nashik Who Earned Historic Commonwealth Games Silver
National record holder Sarvesh Kushare scripted history as he became the first Indian to win a silver medal in the men's high jump event of the Commonwealth Games.
'They still have plenty to offer': 'Asian Bradman' backs Virat, Rohit for 2027 World Cup
Zaheer Abbas, the former Pakistan captain, has thrown his weight behind Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma for the upcoming 2027 ODI World Cup. He emphasises that their vast experience and skills are crucial for Indias success. Abbas argues that fitness and scoring abilities should outweigh any concerns about age. Rohits recent impressive century against England has particularly strengthened his support for both senior players.
From a delivery boy to a Kerala Cricket League star, the incredible rise of Krishna Devan
He was a self-taught javelin thrower and Kerala University champion before a shoulder injury brought a premature end to his athletics career
Back After Six Decades: Historic Mile Set For Commonwealth Games Revival, With Women's Debut
Sixty years after disappearing from the Commonwealth Games programme, the sport's most romantic race is back, inviting a new generation to chase a piece of history.
ETPL Unveils Inaugural Season Schedule, Rotterdam Dockers To Face Amsterdam Flames In Opener
Europe's first major franchise T20 competition, the European T20 Premier League (ETPL), on Tuesday unveiled the schedule for its inaugural season, with the tournament set to run from August 26 to September 20.
I Apologise To The Nation: Gurindervir Singh's First Coach After Commonwealth Games Failure
From the time Gurindervir Singh clocked 10.09 seconds (the first Indian to achieve a sub-10.10-second timing) at the Federation Cup in May this year, expectations were high from the 25-year-old.
All-round Athapaththu leads SL to series win against Pakistan
Vimukthi struck thrice in the second over of the game, before Athapaththu and Dilhari also got three wickets each
Pakistan Batter Surpasses Harmanpreet Kaur In ICC Women's ODI Rankings
The innings has lifted the experienced right-hander one place to ninth in the ODI batting rankings, moving her ahead of India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur and back into the elite group of batters in the format.
Harvard Plans On Hold, World Junior Squash Champion Anahat Singh Aims For Olympic Glory
Newly-crowned junior squash world champion Anahat Singh has revealed that she placed her academic goals at the prestigious Harvard University on hold this year to give herself the best chance of winning a medal at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Lena, Royal Legacy and Monterio shine
CWG 2026: IOA President PT Usha Hails Sarvesh Kushare, Sharmila Dhankar, Shilpa Shyla On Medal Wins
Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha lauded India's athletes after a memorable day at the Commonwealth Games.
Cheating Allegations Rock England Club Cricket, Fielder Clicks Finger To Imitate Edge Sound
The incident occurred during a North Yorkshire and South Durham Cricket League Division Two match between Saltburn Cricket Club's second XI and Middlesbrough Cricket Club's second XI.
'Only Job I Wanted': Zinedine Zidane's First Reaction After Taking Over As France Coach
Zidane, 54, had long been viewed as the leading candidate for the role and had been waiting for an opportunity to take charge of the national team for several years.
Arshad Nadeem, Pakistan's brightest medal hope at the Games after the country's athletes endured a medal-less campaign so far, finished ninth at the Lucerne Silver Meet in Switzerland earlier this month.
CWG 2026: Srihari Nataraj Enters 100m Backstroke Semis; Sajan Prakash Bows Out Of 50m Butterfly
India's Srihari Nataraj qualified for the 100m backstroke semifinals but veteran Sajan Prakash failed to go past the Heats of 50m butterfly event in the Commonwealth Games swimming competition in Glasgow on Tuesday.
Ex-India U-19 WC hero stays behind bars after bail denied in match-fixing case
Manjot Kalra remains in Sri Lankan custody after a court rejected his bail plea. Investigators are pursuing a high-profile corruption probe linked to the Lanka Premier League. Several Sri Lankan cricketers have lodged complaints regarding alleged match-fixing approaches. Authorities possess recorded evidence connecting to the alleged approaches made to players. The controversy has also led to the termination of the Jaffna Kings franchise ownership.
Ten Doeschate quits India assistant coach role, set to rejoin KKR
Cricinfo has learned he told the management of his decision during the white-ball tour of the UK
Santhosh Kumar Tamilarasan Eyes Strong Showing At Commonwealth Games 2026
Indian hurdler and Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS)-supported athlete Santhosh Kumar Tamilarasan heads into the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow full of confidence, drawing belief from his recent international performances.
First Time In 20 Years - Korean Hockey Team Visits Pakistan For 4-Match Series
The Korean team was greeted at the airport by officials of the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF), which will host the matches on July 30 and August 2, 4 and 7 in Islamabad.
Find out where India and Sri Lanka stand in the WTC points table.
WTC Points Table 2025-27: The Indian cricket team's next international match is against Sri Lanka. Shubman Gill and his team will play a two-Test series on the Sri Lanka tour. Find out where both teams stand in the WTC points table.WTC Points Table 2025-27 India Sri LankaThe Indian team...
It is very important to defeat Sri Lanka; know the equation for Team India to reach the WTC final
WTC Final Scenario India: The Indian team has nine Test matches remaining in the World Test Championship 2025-27. Find out what Team India needs to do to reach the final.India's equation to reach the finalThe Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday announced the Indian sq...
France hires former soccer great Zinedine Zidane as men''s national team coach
Zidane previosly coached Real Madird before leaving in 2021
Actor turned footballer Tiger Shroff: Find out when he will make his professional debut!
Tiger Shroff: Actor Tiger Shroff is all set to make his professional football debut. He has been signed by the Mumbai FC team.Tiger ShroffBollywood actor Tiger Shroff is soon going to become a professional footballer. This transformation is truly surprising. Tiger is often seen playing s...
India can win 6 medals today at CWG 2026, which will jump in the tally
Commonwealth Games 2026: Today is the sixth day of the 23rd edition of the Commonwealth Games. India has already won a total of 10 medals. On the fifth day, India won six medals; on the sixth day, India could win six more.Commonwealth Games 2026 India MedalsToday is the sixth day of the Glasgo...
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar Lauds Shilpa Shyla For CWG 2026 Bronze
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Tuesday congratulated the state's para-athlete Shilpa K Shyla on winning the bronze medal in the women's F57 shot put event at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow.
France's greatest icon returns! Zinedine Zidane appointed head coach
Zinedine Zidane has been appointed as the new head coach of the French national football team. He has signed a four-year contract with the French Football Federation. Zidane expressed his excitement and called this the happiest day of his coaching career. He had waited five years for this opportunity, turning down other offers. Zidane's first match will be against Turkey in the UEFA Nations League.
Novak Djokovic, Aryna Sabalenka Team Up For All-Star US Open Mixed Doubles Pairing
Serbian tennis legend Novak Djokovic and women's number one Aryna Sabalenka top the list of pairings entered for the US Open mixed doubles.
CWG 2026: Indian Lifter Bindyarani Devi Sorokhaibam Wins Bronze In Women's 58kg Weightlifting
Bindyarani stayed in the medal race throughout the competition and produced a strong overall performance to finish third. It is another major achievement for the Manipur weightlifter, who had also won a silver medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.
India delivered its best performance yet at the Commonwealth Games 2026, winning six medals on Day 5 to take its tally to 10. Sharmila Dhankar scripted history by becoming India's first para athletics Commonwealth Games gold medallist.
VVS Laxman's Best Attitude Award Continues As India Sweep Zimbabwe. This Player Is The Winner
The award, introduced by India's head coach for the tour VVS Laxman, presented after every match to recognise the player who best reflects the team's values, commitment and attitude.
Pakistan Spinner Usman Tariq Fires Back At Batters Questioning His Bowling Action
Tariq, who is the only other Pakistan player apart from Abrar Ahmed participating in The Hundred, said it is frustrating to see batters question his action every time.
An ailing fathers note: How Saransh Jain became a fighter
New Delhi: In 2014, a 21-year-old Saransh Jain was touring Australia with an Indore club side, chasing his cricket dream in white-ball matches. Every time he called home and asked for his father, his mother or elder brother would tell him that Subodh Jain also his first and only coach was busy and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
How Saransh Jain's 'round the wicket' switch paved the way for India call-up
Saransh Jain earned his maiden Test call-up after consistent domestic performances. Coach Chandrakant Pandit championed his inclusion, believing in his talent for years. Jain's strong red-ball record with bat and ball impressed selectors. A technical adjustment by Pandit significantly enhanced his bowling effectiveness. Jain's dedication and focus on red-ball cricket set him apart.
Why Women in Blues twin success in England really matters
HarmanpreetsIndia, which registered its first T20I series victory in the OldBlighty since 2006 and a second consecutiveODI series win, will be upbeat after new stars emerge and its fielding improves considerably
Commonwealth Games 2026 Live Updates, Day 6 CWG 2026 India Medal Tally: The Indian contingent is ready to add more medals to its tally on Day 6 of the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow.
Suresh Raina Recalls 'Culture Of Fielding' That Shaped India's Finest Fielders
Speaking about the methods adopted during his early years, the influence of senior players, and a memorable on-field collision in Australia, Suresh Raina offered insight into the work ethic
Sarvesh Kushare: First Indian to win CGW high jump medal
Sarvesh Kushare has made history by winning the silver medal in the men's high jump event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
An Ailing Father's Note: How Saransh Jain Became A Fighter
Saransh Jain earned his maiden India call-up for the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, starting from August 15 in Galle.
Sharmila Dhankar wins Indias first CWG para athletics gold
Glasgow: Sharmila Dhankar, a woman who was impaired by polio at the age of two and survived the trauma of an abusive marriage, became Indias first para-athlete to clinch a gold medal in the Commonwealth Games, winning the womens shot put F57 event here. The 40-year-old produced her seasons best throw of 9.81m to end Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Shot-putter Sharmila Dhankar clinches India's first ever para-athletics gold in CWG
The 40-year-old produced her season's best throw of 9.81m to end India's 20-year wait for a para-athletics medal in the CWG.
5 Wickets, 0 Runs: West Indies Star Justin Greaves Tears Into Pakistan, Scripts 149-Year First
West Indies fast bowler Justin Greaves made history by bowling five consecutive wicket maidens in a Test against Pakistan, a first in cricket's longest format.
CWG Day 6 Live: India look to build on Monday's six-medal haul in Glasgow
Here's how Sharmila Dhankar overcame adversity to script CWG history
Sharmila Dhankar, a 40-year-old para shot putter from Haryana, overcame immense adversity to become India's first-ever Commonwealth Games (CWG) para-athletics gold medalist.
Novak Djokovic, Aryna Sabalenka team up for blockbuster US Open 2026 campaign
Novak Djokovic, Aryna Sabalenka team up for blockbuster US Open 2026 campaign
Shreyas Iyer Lauds Youngsters After Clean Sweep vs Zimbabwe In T20I Series
India captain Shreyas Iyer hailed the hunger and determination of the team's young players after guiding the side to a 3-0 T20I series sweep over Zimbabwe
The Harbhajan Singh hand behind Saransh Jain's India breakthrough
At 33, with a wealth of domestic cricket experience behind him, Madhya Pradesh off-spinner Saransh Jain on Tuesday earned his maiden India call-up. Jain impressed former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh during a five-day camp at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru, where he caught the legend's eye. Four months later, the off-spinner will board a flight to Sri Lanka for the two-match Test series, starting on August 15 in Galle.
Sharmila Dhankar becomes first Indian para athlete with CWG gold
Sharmila Dhankar has made history by becoming the first Indian para athlete to win a gold medal in para athletics at the Commonwealth Games (CWG).
Tejas Shirse runs historic final despite stress fracture
Glasgow: National record-holder Tejas Shirses historic appearance in the Commonwealth Games mens 110m hurdles final ended in pain and heartbreak but demonstrated his grit as he ran the race with a stress fracture in his left foot to finish eighth and last in the event. The 24-year-old clocked 13.76 seconds in the Heats and became Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Why Sanju Samson Quit Following Virat Kohli's Lifestyle Advice After 1 Year
Sanju Samson said that he tried to follow Virat Kohli's lifestyle, only to give it up about a year later.
Trent Boult becomes first NZ bowler with 350 T20 wickets
Trent Boult, the legendary New Zealand pacer, has become the first Kiwi bowler to complete 350 wickets in T20 matches.
PM Modi, President Murmu & Rajnath Singh praise Indian medal winners at CWG 2026
Top Indian leaders congratulated Bindyarani Devi, Sharmila Dhankar, Sarvesh Kushare, Shilpa Shyla, and Valluri Ajaya Babu for their podium finishes at CWG 2026
