Tamil Nadu Sprinters Shine With New National Records
Promising sprinters Abinaya Rajarajan and Neil Samraj set new national records in the Under-20 women's 100m and Under-18 men's 100m respectively at the National Junior Athletics Championships in Chennai. Punjab's Amanat Kamboj also secured a gold in the U20 discus throw with a meet record.
IOA Athletes Commission Elections: Who Are The Key Players?
Olympic medallists PV Sindhu and Mirabai Chanu are among 12 prominent sportspersons vying for a spot on the Indian Olympic Association's (IOA) Athletes Commission. The elections, scheduled for November 3, will select 10 members for the 2026-2030 term. The article also details the electoral process, eligibility criteria, and mentions the upcoming election for eight Sportspersons of Merit (SOMs).
Fresh Faces, Old Fury: El Clasico Promises Fireworks at Camp Nou
El Clasico returns to Camp Nou with 14 potential debutants, Barcelona chasing a nine-point lead, Real Madrid seeking revival, and Jose Mourinho's return intensifying football's fiercest rivalry.
India finishes Asian Para Games 2026 with record medal tally; check full list of winners
India have recorded their strongest-ever medal haul at the Asian Para Games . The contingent finished with 114 medals, comprising 30 gold, 35 silver and 49 bronze, in Aichi-Nagoya. The country sits fourth in the standings with one day remaining, but no Indian athletes are scheduled to compete on the final day.
East Bengal FC's Five-Star Performance Against Inter Kashi
East Bengal FC delivered a powerful performance, defeating Inter Kashi 5-1 in an Indian Super League match. Ake Loba scored a brace, supported by goals from Dani Ramirez, PV Vishnu, and Lukasz Zwolinski, securing a comprehensive victory for the Torchbearers.
Bindra Opts Out Of IOA Executive Board Race
Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra has announced he will not contest for a position on the Indian Olympic Association's Executive Board, despite being on the list of Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit eligible for the upcoming elections on December 5. Bindra also shared his views on India's performance at the recent Asian Games and the record-breaking success at the Asian Para Games.
PV Sindhu Storms Into French Open Semis; Ashmita's Dream Run Ends
Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu secured her spot in the women's singles semifinals of the French Open Super 750 badminton tournament with a dominant straight-game victory. Meanwhile, fellow Indian Ashmita Chaliha's impressive campaign concluded in the quarterfinals after a hard-fought loss. Sindhu, the lone Indian remaining, expressed her determination to win the tournament, having learned from earlier challenges.
India sweeps men's Javelin podium at Para Asian Games 2026; Sumit Antil wins gold
India secured all three medals in the men's javelin throw F42F44/F61F64 final at the Para AsianGames 2026 . Sumit, who competes in the T64 category and receives support through the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS), produced a best effort of 72.46 metres to win the gold medal by finishing with 1,112 points.
India's Para-Athletes Make History At Asian Para Games
India's para-athletes concluded their Asian Para Games campaign with an unprecedented 114 medals, including 30 gold, marking their best performance to date. The final day was particularly successful, yielding nine gold medals across various disciplines. Notable achievements included world records set by Mona Agarwal in shooting, and Sandeep and Haney in athletics. Shuttlers Nitesh Kumar and Naveen Sivakumar secured individual golds, while archer Harvinder Singh also contributed to the gold tally. The swimming contingent also exceeded expectations with 11 medals.
Sambudla dominates proceedings, climbs to the top of the F4 Indian championship
Speed Demons Delhis Shahan converts pole position into victory in a closely contested opening race of the Indian Racing League (IRL)
Shimla Hosts 13th MTB Himalaya Mountain Bike Race
The 13th MTB Himalaya Shimla mountain bike race commenced on Friday, drawing over 80 participants from 20 cities for a three-day event. Riders will tackle 130 km and 3,800m of climbing, predominantly off-road, with gravel bikes allowed for the first time. Himachal Pradesh Chief Secretary KK Pant underscored the government's support for cycling development.
Gold again! Sumit Antil leads India's historic javelin sweep
Star Indian para javelin thrower Sumit Antil successfully defended his gold medal at the Asian Para Games in the men's F42-44/61-64 combined event. India achieved a medal sweep with Mahendra Gurjar winning silver and Sandip Sanjay Sargar securing bronze, showcasing strong performance in para-athletics.
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India's Para Athletes Excel In Club Throw
Indian para-athletes Pranav Soorma and Dharamvir secured gold and bronze medals respectively in the men's club throw F51 event at the Asian Para Games. Soorma successfully defended his title with a new Games record, while Dharamvir added to India's medal tally.
Europa League: Juve Survive Rennes Test; Benfica, Leverkusen March On
Juventus dropped their first Europa League points in a 2-2 draw with Rennes, while Benfica thrashed Omonia, Leverkusen beat OFI, and Bournemouth maintained their perfect campaign.
The name of Manchester City will return to the Premier League Summit soon: Marc Guehi
Leading up to the new Premier League season, Manchester City had plenty of things to worry about. Their most successful coach, Pep Guardiola, had left the club, along with some of the key players, including...
Vadodara Land Proposals: Yadav Academy Follows Pathan Row
A former Vadodara corporator has proposed allocating a civic plot to Indian spinner Radha Yadav for a cricket academy, days after a controversial proposal to hand over land to former cricketer Yusuf Pathan. Pathan's land request has been a decade-long dispute, now involving a new proposal for partial gifting and concessionary sale. Both proposals are being considered by the Vadodara Municipal Corporation.
Mona, Nishad's golden run earns them flag bearer honour
Shooter Mona Agarwal and jumps specialist Nishad Kumar, both double gold medallists, have been chosen as India's flag bearers for the closing ceremony of the Asian Para Games in Nagoya. Agarwal set Games and world records in shooting, while Kumar secured golds in high jump and long jump.
India Ends 72-Year Mixed Doubles Medal Drought
Harmeet Desai and Yashaswini Ghorpade have secured India's first mixed doubles medal at the Asian Table Tennis Championships in 72 years by reaching the semifinals. They defeated South Korea's Park Ganghyeon and Lee Daeun in a thrilling quarterfinal match.
Jangam Completes Ironman Challenge In Portugal
Rohan Jangam, an Indian triathlete, successfully completed the Ironman Cascais event in Portugal on October 17, finishing the gruelling 226 km race in 14 hours and 40 minutes after a year of dedicated training.
Kapil Dev: Golf Needs More Tournaments, Inspired By Pranavi Urs
PGTI president Kapil Dev stated on Friday that Pranavi Urs' recent gold medal at the Asian Games is a crucial step in popularising golf in India, hoping to inspire young talent to achieve global success. He also announced the Shri Shashi Ruia Memorial Golf Championship, set to begin next year with a significant prize purse. Additionally, Dev shared his observations on the evolving mindset within Indian cricket regarding global tournament victories.
Born blind, Himanshu Nandal scripts a 3-medal Para Games story
Indian para swimmers concluded their Asian Para Games campaign with a significant haul of 11 medals, including three silver and eight bronze. Himanshu Nandal and Ravi Budigina were standout performers, each securing three medals.
Chopra Hosts Kids Athletics Cup In Sonipat
Two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra will host the UBS Athletics Kids Cup in Sonipat, Haryana, bringing the grassroots event to his home state. As a co-owner of SD Sports India, he aims to inspire young athletes and build a stronger sporting culture, with over 350 children participating in the City Final.
Advani Bags 29th World Billiards Crown
Legendary Indian cueist Pankaj Advani secured his 29th career world title by winning the WBL World Billiards Championship in Birmingham, overcoming England's Rob Hall in a gruelling five-hour final with a remarkable comeback and a massive 587-break.
Thulasimathi's Triple Medal Triumph
Thulasimathi Murugesan won a gold and two silver medals at the Asian Para Games, including a women's doubles title with Manasi Joshi, a silver in women's singles, and another silver in mixed doubles with Nitesh Kumar.
Hamilton's Africa GP Dream Could Extend His F1 Career
Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton reveals his long-standing dream of an African Grand Prix, now set for Rwanda in the early 2030s, is a significant motivator for him to extend his illustrious racing career.
Former Chelsea star blames Bruno Fernandes for Manchester United's poor run of form
Manchester United continue to produce subpar results after their winless run in the Premier League; the side has been unable to produce results in the ongoing UEFA Champions League as well. The three-time Champions League winners took on Como FC in their last group stage.
Sheetal Signs Off With 2 Golds, 1 Silver!
Para archer Sheetal Devi concluded her Asian Para Games campaign with two gold medals and a silver, including defending her individual compound title.
IND vs NZ 2nd T20I: Ishan Kishan Faces Injury Setback, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi In Contention
India may be forced to make a change to their playing XI for the second T20I against New Zealand after Ishan Kishan suffered a groin niggle, opening the door for teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to step into contention. India batting
'Feels unreal': Ashmita Chaliha stuns World No 2 Yamaguchi
Indian shuttler Ashmita Chaliha secured a significant victory over world No. 2 Akane Yamaguchi at the Badminton French Open 2026, advancing to the quarter-finals. Chaliha described the win as a major confidence boost after a challenging period, attributing her success to learning from their previous encounter and maintaining focus.
Naman Dhir Smashes Unbeaten 42 Off 15 Balls As India Pull Off 226-Run Chase
Naman Dhir rose to the occasion with a stunning unbeaten 42 as India chased down a target of 226 to win by four wickets in the opening T20I of the five-match series against New Zealand at Hagley Oval on Thursday. Dhir
Rooney terms Man Utd stars 'selfish' after Como loss
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has branded the club's players 'selfish' and 'like babies' following their 4-1 Champions League defeat to Como, after captain Bruno Fernandes publicly questioned the coaching staff's tactics.
AFC to support Infantino's FIFA re-election
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced its full support for Gianni Infantino's re-election as FIFA president, despite previous disagreements over his commercial rights plan. AFC head Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al-Khalifa stated the region's commitment to Infantino's leadership, who is seeking a fourth term until 2031.
Man Utd Captain Bruno Fernandes' Home Burgled UCL Loss
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes' home was burgled shortly after the team's 4-1 Champions League defeat, with intruders stealing several items, though no family members were present.
Sandeep Singh, Haney clinch gold medals at Para Asian Games 2026 with stunning world record efforts
The Indian contingent has been exceptional at the Para Asian Games 2026 . Consistently bringing home gold medals, Indias Sandeep Singh Mann broke the world record while competing in the mens 400m final. Competing at the Nagoya City Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium, Sandeep Singh brought home the gold medal and broke the world record as well.
Asian Para Games 2026: Indian para-athletes medal tally crosses 100
India finished fifth in the 2023 Asian Para Games with a medal tally of 111 (29 gold, 31 silver, 51 bronze)
Anahat Singh In Silicon Valley Open Semifinals
Indian squash sensation Anahat Singh has made history by reaching her first-ever PSA Gold-level semifinal at the Silicon Valley Open in Redwood City, USA. The 18-year-old defeated Egyptian sixth seed Salma Hany in a thrilling five-game quarterfinal match, following her impressive win against world No.3 Nour El Sherbini a day earlier. She is now set to face Malaysian world No.4 Sivasangari Subramaniam.
Asian Para Games 2026: Sandeep, Haney win gold with world records
India's Nimisha Chakkungalparambil and Parmod Bijarnia claimed the silver medals in their respective women's long jump T47 and men's 1500m T46 competitions
Indian Duo Claims Para Games Bronze
Indian paddlers Jehan Dorab Madan and Shubham Wadhwa secured a bronze medal in the men's doubles MD4 table tennis event at the Asian Para Games. Despite a 0-3 loss to South Korea in their final group match, their overall performance placed them among the top four, earning them a podium finish. Jehan Madan, at 50, became the oldest Indian medallist at the event.
Nitesh Kumar and Naveen Sivakumar clinch gold in men's singles badminton at Para Asian Games 2026
In a major development, the Indian contingent continues to perform at the Para Asian Games 2026. Nitesh Kumar and Naveen Sivakumar clinched the gold medal for India in the mens singles badminton final in the SL3 and SL4 events, respectively.
Golds For Nitesh, Naveen At Asian Para Games
India's Nitesh Kumar and Naveen Sivakumar secured gold medals in men's singles SL3 and SL4 badminton events, respectively, at the Asian Para Games. Nitesh defeated compatriot Pramod Bhagat, while debutant Naveen overcame Indonesia's Fredy Setiawan. India also secured silver medals through Nithya Sre Sumathy Sivan and Pramod Bhagat, with Thulasimathi Murugesan still in contention for two more golds.
India's Sandeep Wins Gold With World Record At Asian Para Games
India's Sandeep won a gold medal in the men's 400m T64 final at the Asian Para Games, setting a new world record. Compatriot Ajay Kumar secured a bronze in the same event. Additionally, Nimisha Chakkungalparambil and Parmod Bijarnia each claimed silver medals in women's long jump T47 and men's 1500m T46, respectively, contributing to India's strong performance.
India Bags Gold In Para Archery Doubles
Indian archers Harvinder Singh and Vijay Sundi secured a gold medal in the para recurve men's doubles event at the Asian Para Games, defeating China 5-1 in the final. Meanwhile, the Indian women's para recurve doubles team of Bhawna Choudhary and Pooja Jatyan earned a silver medal after losing to China.
Para Games: Murugesan Bags Silver
India's Thulasimathi Murugesan clinched a silver medal in the women's singles SU5 final at the Asian Para Games, losing to China's Yang Qiuxia. The Paris Paralympics silver medallist is also set to compete in two other finals, including mixed doubles and women's doubles.
Pankaj Advani Is World Billiards Champion Again!
India's cue sports icon Pankaj Advani has secured his 21st World Billiards Championship title, triumphing over England's Robert Hall with a score of 1906-1206 in Great Wyrley, England.
'Disrespectful': Trump Blasts LeBron James Over Anthem Gestures
US President Donald Trump criticised LeBron James over his national anthem conduct, demanding an apology to American heroes, while reigniting debate over athletes' gestures during patriotic ceremonies.
Indians Enter Mumbai Open Quarterfinals
Indian tennis players Arnav Paparkar, Karan Singh, Digvijay Pratap Singh, Sidharth Rawat, and Chirag Duhan have advanced to the quarterfinals of the Mumbai Open ITF Men's M25 Tennis Championship. The doubles team of SD Prajwal Dev and Nitin Kumar Sinha also secured a win. The next rounds are scheduled for Friday.
Tamburlini Tops Leaderboard At Women's Indian Open
Switzerland's Chiara Tamburlini leads the Women's Indian Open after day one with a 5-under 67. Indian golfers Pranavi Urs and Avani Prasanth are tied for fifth place. Singapore's Shannon Tan and Argentina's Magdalena Simmermacher are tied for second. Play was suspended due to darkness at the DLF Golf and Country Club.
Sharma Leads PGTI Qualifying School After Day 3
India's Shaurya Sharma shot a five-under 67 on Thursday to take a one-shot lead at the PGTI Qualifying School in Ahmedabad. He is now at four-under 212, with Md Siddikur Rahman and Arin Ahuja tied for second. Nim Dorji Tamang made history as the first Bhutanese player to make the cut.
Junior Golfers Impress At New Delhi Tour Leg
Nihal Cheema, Aadya Kaushal, and Aahana Shrivastava delivered stellar performances at the third leg of the US Kids Golf New Delhi Tour in Gurugram. Nihal won the Boys 9 category with a bogey-free 66, Aadya claimed the Girls 11-12 title with a 69, and Aahana secured the Girls 9-10 section with a 71, showcasing promising talent in junior golf.
Historic India-NZ U-20 Rugby Series Begins In Rajgir
India is set to host New Zealand's U-20 rugby teams for a historic series starting October 23 in Rajgir. This event celebrates a century of sporting ties and marks the first time New Zealand's U-20 rugby teams have visited India for such a series. The series will include joint training sessions and cultural exchanges.
Atiqa Mir Impresses At FIA Karting World Cup
Indian racing prodigy Atiqa Mir made a remarkable debut at the FIA Karting World Cup in Viterbo, Italy. Representing Kart Republic Factory Race Team, the 11-year-old achieved a top-five finish in the heats and set the fastest time in a practice session, competing against 117 drivers. Despite a challenging qualifying, she showcased her talent by finishing P16 in the final, overtaking eight karts.
Bangalore Winter seasonto begin on November 1
Shailesh Kumar sets Asian Para Games record as India sweep men's high jump T63 medals
India secured all three medals in the mens high jump T63 final at the Asian Para Games 2026 on Thursday, October 22, with Shailesh Kumar leading the podium sweep alongside Varun Bhati and Rahul Saroha...
Asian Para Games: Solairaj Leaps to Asian Record Gold
Indian para-athlete Dharmaraj Solairaj successfully defended his gold medal in the men's T44/T62/T64 long jump combined event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya. He set a new Asian record with a jump of 7.15m.
India's Para Athletes Dominate Asian Games With Stellar Performance
India's medal tally at the Asian Para Games reached 88, with armless archer Sheetal Devi securing two gold medals. The para-athletics contingent was the largest contributor, while medals also came from swimming, badminton, and table tennis, showcasing a strong performance across multiple disciplines.
Indian Shuttlers Out Of French Open
Indian shuttlers Ayush Shetty and Tanvi Sharma were eliminated from the French Open badminton tournament on Thursday, with Sharma losing to world No. 1 An Se Young and Shetty forfeiting due to injury. PV Sindhu and Ashmita Chaliha are yet to play their second-round matches later in the day.
Why PETA Wants Crystal Palace to Ground Their Eagle Mascot
PETA has urged Crystal Palace to retire bald eagle mascot Phoenix, citing animal welfare concerns, stadium-related stress and safety risks, while calling for an end to live animal mascots.
Indian Para Athlete Sent Back From Japan For Misconduct
The Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) has sent an athlete back from the Asian Para Games in Japan due to alleged misconduct. The athlete faces severe disciplinary action, including a potential lifetime ban, after the Games conclude. The PCI reiterated its zero-tolerance policy towards misconduct and emphasised its commitment to discipline and integrity.
Asian Para Games: Kapil Kumar wins silver in men's 400m freestyle S10 event
Indian swimmer Kapil Kumar clinched a silver medal in the men's 400m freestyle S10 event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya.
Shannon Tan Eyes Historic Title Defence At India Open
Defending champion Shannon Tan expresses cautious optimism about retaining her title at the Hero Women's India Open Golf Championship in Gurgaon. Despite no woman golfer ever successfully defending the title at the challenging DLF Golf and Country Club, Tan believes her ball-striking game suits the course and she is focused on her process amidst strong competition.
Bumbadia clocked 59.97sec to be the only runner in the four-athlete race with a sub one minute performance
India's Para Athletes Win Gold, Two Silvers At Asian Games
Indian para-athletes Anjanaben Bumbadiya and Tejalben Damor secured gold and silver medals respectively at the Asian Para Games on Thursday. Bumbadiya won gold in the women's 400m T47 event, while Damor added a silver in the women's 400m T12, her second medal of the Games.
Indian para-archer Sheetal Devi added another gold medal to her growing collection at the ParaAsian Games 2026 . She defeated Singapores Nur Alim Syahidah 142-139 in the womens compound final on Thursday as her victory strengthened Indias medal campaign, taking the countrys overall tally to 73, including 17 gold, 22 silver and 34 bronze medals.
Indian Para Swimmer Deported From Japan
Para-swimmer Mohammad Shams Aalam Shaikh was detained by Japanese police and deported to India following allegations of sexual misconduct involving a female hotel employee during the Asian Para Games 2026 in Nagoya.
Para Games: Bhavina, Subham Win Bronze
India's Bhavina Patel and Subham Wadhwa secured a bronze medal in the mixed doubles XD7 table tennis event at the Asian Para Games after losing their semifinal match on Thursday. Another Indian pair, Dattaprasad Chougule and Savita, exited in the XD17 quarterfinals.
Para Archery Gold For Sheetal, Toman; Swati Wins Historic Silver
Indian para-archers Sheetal Devi and Toman Kumar secured a gold medal in the compound mixed team event at the Asian Para Games. Swati Chaudhary also made history by winning India's first W1 individual silver medal. The achievements highlight India's growing prowess in para-archery.
Sheetal-Toman Win Archery Compound Gold At Asian Para Games
India's Sheetal Devi and Toman Kumar secured the compound mixed team gold medal at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya on Thursday.
Anahat Singh Stuns 8-Time World Champion El Sherbini At Silicon Valley Open
Indian squash sensation Anahat Singh, 18, achieved a career-defining victory by defeating eight-time World champion and top seed Nour El Sherbini in straight games at the Silicon Valley Open.
Manchester Uniteds horrible form just refuses to stop as the three-time Champions League winners lost their group stage clash against Italys Como. The two sides took on each other on October 22nd, and while many expected a close game, Como completely dismantled United, registering a 4-1 victory in the clash.
Swati Chaudhary Scripts History With Silver In W1 Archery At Asian Para Games
Swati Chaudhary secured India's first-ever medal in the W1 category of archery at the Asian Para Games, winning a silver after a hard-fought final against China's Cen Mengkan.
Suvarna Raj Wins Women's F54 Discus Gold At Asian Para Games
Indian para-athlete Suvarna Raj won the gold medal in the women's F54 discus throw at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya, achieving a best effort of 15.66m.
The 2026-27 season of I-League 3, India's fourth-tier men's football league, is set to begin with 19 clubs competing. The group stage will be held across four venues: Imphal, Rudrapur, Shillong, and Mapusa, with matches streamed live. The top two teams from the play-offs will gain promotion to I-League 2 for the 2027-28 season.
Suvarna Raj brings home gold for India at the Para Asian Games 2026 in women's discus throw
In a major development, Indias Suvarna Raj won the gold medal for the country at the 2026 Para Asian Games. She brought home the gold in the womens discus throw F54 event. She registered a best effort of 15.66 metres in the event, securing the first gold medal of the day for India among many other wins
Asian Para Games 2026: Suvarna Raj clinches womens F54 discus gold
The 44-year-old from Greater Noida delivered a consistent performance, recording four throws beyond the 15-metre mark in her six attempts
Asian Para Games: Thulasimathi-Nitesh Enter SL3-SU5 Badminton Mixed Doubles Final
Thulasimathi Murugesan and Nitesh Kumar secured a spot in the mixed doubles SL3-SU5 final at the Asian Para Games after defeating China's Li Mingpan and Xiao Zuxian.
Rice saves Arsenal; Real Madrid hit four, Man Utd trounced
Declan Rice scored a late equaliser for Arsenal in a 2-2 Champions League draw against Bayern Munich on Wednesday. Elsewhere, Real Madrid secured a dominant 4-1 victory over RB Leipzig, largely due to Thibaut Courtois's saves. Manchester United suffered a bruising 4-1 defeat to Como, with Nico Paz starring for the Italian side. Other European matches saw Galatasaray, Inter Milan, Aston Villa, Real Betis, and LASK secure wins.
Indians Progress At Mumbai Open
Indian tennis players, including top seed Dhakshineswar Suresh, Arnav Paparkar, and Sidharth Rawat, advanced to the second round of the men's singles at the Mumbai Open ITF M25 event on Wednesday. Dhakshineswar also progressed in doubles with Manish Sureshkumar.
Bhandarkar makes big move to lead PGTI qualifying school
India's Aditya Bhandarkar has taken a two-shot lead after the second round of the PGTI Qualifying School in Ahmedabad. Bhandarkar, who was tied sixth overnight, shot a three-under 69 to reach a total of four-under 140. Md Siddikur Rahman, Joysurjo Dey, and Vedant Sirohi are tied for second. The halfway cut was made at 12-over 156, with 80 players advancing.
Sindhu holds nerve in 64-minute French Open thriller
India's double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu narrowly defeated Thailand's Supanida Katethong in a gruelling three-game match at the French Open Super 750 badminton tournament. Sindhu won 21-14, 8-21, 23-21 after a tough battle lasting over an hour. In another women's singles match, Unnati Hooda exited the tournament.
Prachi Tokas assures India of first medal at U-19 worlds
Prachi Tokas has secured India's first medal at the U-19 World Boxing Championships in Budva, Montenegro, by reaching the semifinals in the women's 80kg-plus category.
How a rule violation upgraded Sharath's bronze to silver
Indian para athlete Sharath Makanahalli's bronze medal in the men's 1500m T12 event at the Asian Para Games was upgraded to silver. This upgrade occurred after Uzbekistan's Fakhriddin Khamraev, the original gold medallist, was disqualified for violating Rule TR 18.1 (b) by obstructing a competitor. Jordan's Nabeel Maqableh was subsequently awarded the gold.
Para Games silver earns Sivarajan Rs 50 lakh reward
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay congratulated para-athlete Sivarajan Solaimalai for winning a silver medal at the fifth Asian Para Games and announced a Rs 50 lakh cash incentive. The government praised Solaimalai's dedication, highlighting his achievement as an inspiration for other aspiring athletes.
Alphia, Pallavi's historic Asian Para bronze wins CM's praise
Keralam Chief Minister V D Satheesan congratulated Alphia James and Pallavi Kaluvehalli for securing India's first-ever bronze medal in wheelchair badminton at the 2026 Asian Para Games. The CM praised their resilience and determination, while James shared her personal journey and hopes for government support.
Shooters Camp For World Championship
Indian shooters, including Asian Games gold medallists Neeru Dhanda and Suruchi Singh, are attending a preparatory camp in New Delhi for the upcoming ISSF World Championship in Doha. This championship is crucial as it marks the beginning of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics qualification cycle.
Haryana Crowned Champions At Senior Men's Hockey Nationals
Hockey Haryana secured the 16th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship title by defeating Hockey Madhya Pradesh 2-1 in a hard-fought Division 'A' final. Uttar Pradesh Hockey claimed the third spot by beating Hockey Punjab.
Chennai Open Wild Cards For Adkar, Yamalapalli, Revathy
India's top singles player Vaishnavi Adkar, Sahaja Yamalapalli, and Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathy have been granted wild cards for the WTA Chennai Open. American Katherine Hui also received a wild card. Tamil Nadu Tennis Association president Vijay Amritraj expressed optimism about the Indian players' performance at the home event.
Sangram set for London MMA showdown in December
Former Indian wrestler Sangram Singh is set to compete against Malta's Wallochon in an MMA bout at the FightStar Championship 39 in London on December 19. Singh, who made his MMA debut in 2024, has a strong record with previous wins and is also a two-time Commonwealth Heavyweight Wrestling Champion.
Women's Indian Open: Indian Golfers Face Strong International Field
Asian Games champion Pranavi Urs aims to become the first home player in a decade to win the Women's Indian Open in Gurugram, facing strong competition from defending champion Shannon Tan (winner in 2025) and a host of international and Indian golfers, including past champions Liz Young (2024) and Pornanong Phatlum.
