In a stunning display of skill and determination, India's wicket-keeper batter Sanju Samson achieved a monumental milestone by scoring his maiden T20I century in the third and final T20I match against Bangladesh on Saturday. Samson reached the three-digit mark in the second-fastest time for an Indian, maintaining an aggressive approach throughout his innings. As he approached his hundred, Samson refused to slow down, hitting big shots even while

Indian boxer Nikhat Zareen has candidly reflected on her recent Olympic experience, acknowledging that it wasn't her day after a surprising medal-less campaign. Competing in the 50kg women's boxing category, Nikhat, a two-time world champion, faced top seed Wu Yu of China in the preliminary round, resulting in a unanimous decision loss. This early exit was especially disheartening for Nikhat, as many boxers she had previously defeated went on to win medals. "Nobody is p

In a shocking turn of events, the Pakistan cricket team scored a formidable 556 runs in their first innings during the Multan Test, only to suffer a crushing defeat by an innings and 47 runs against England. The visitors responded with a staggering 823/7 before declaring, marking a record-breaking innings in Test cricket history. This defeat made Pakistan the first team ever to lose a Test match by an innings after scoring over 500 runs in the first innings. The match was characteri

In the ongoing 1st Test between India and Bangladesh, Hasan Mahmud has put on an impressive display, claiming his fourth wicket by dismissing Rishabh Pant for 39 runs. His fiery bowling has created significant trouble for the Indian batting lineup. Following Pant's exit, wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has joined Yashasvi Jaiswal at the crease, who is currently standing strong and has reached his half-century. With India at four wickets down, both Rahul and Jaiswal are focused on b

Sports For All (SFA) has announced the launch of the SFA Championships 2024-25, marking an exciting expansion across 10 cities in India. With over 150,000 participants from more than 7000 top sporting schools, the championships will showcase students competing in 31 different sports. For the first time in its nine-year history, the event will include Dimapur, Nagaland, highlighting SFA’s commitment to broadening its reach and impact. The championships will kick off on October

CM Revanth Reddy’s anti-illegal occupation agency, HYDRAA, has been making headlines for its aggressive stance on demolishing unauthorized structures, regardless of their owners' status. This includes high-profile properties like Nagarjuna’s N Convention and now, Pallam Raju’s ORO Sports Village, which was recently demolished. The action took place on land near the Full Tank Level (FTL) of Himayat Sagar, sparking significant controversy. Pallam Raju, a senior C

Paralympics 2024: Avani Lekhara to Preethi Pal - Full list of India's medal winners India have sent their biggest contingent of 84 para athletes to the ongoing Paralympics 2024. In terms of medal tally, India have been impressive, with Avani Lekhara becoming the first Indian woman to clinch two gold medals at the Paralympics, as she

Preethi Pal, at just 23 years old, made history by becoming the first Indian woman in track and field to win two medals at the Paralympics. She secured a bronze in the 200m T35 category with a personal best of 30.01 seconds on Sunday, marking India's second para-athletics medal at the Paris Games. The T35 classification is designated for athletes with coordination impairments, such as hypertonia, ataxia, and athetosis. Earlier, on Friday, Preethi had earned India&rsquo

This morning, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, and Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy hurriedly traveled to New Delhi following a summons from the Congress high command. While it was initially speculated that their visit might involve discussions about ministerial portfolios or the appointment of the PCC chief, it has emerged that the real issue at hand is quite different. The immediate cause for their summons appears to be recent dem

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has unveiled an ambitious plan for Hyderabad to host the 2036 Olympic Games. Announced during the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon prize distribution ceremony at Gachibowli Stadium, Reddy expressed his vision for the city to become a premier global sports destination. He has already approached Prime Minister Narendra Modi, requesting consideration of Hyderabad as the venue for the prestigious event. To support this vision, Reddy has outlined significant

Sri Lankan wicketkeeper-batter Niroshan Dickwella has been suspended by Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) following allegations of an anti-doping violation. The suspension, announced with immediate effect on Friday, relates to an incident during the recently concluded Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2024, where Dickwella captained the Galle Marvels. The Sri Lanka Anti-Doping Agency (SLADA) conducted the test as part of SLC's ongoing efforts to uphold the integrity of cricket and ensure the sport remains

The Virendra Kumar Dhall Scholarship for Sporting Excellence has been introduced by Indian entrepreneur Aman Dhall at Loughborough University to honor his late father and support emerging athletes. This new initiative is a five-year program valued at GBP 12,500, designed to assist Indian students who are either competing at or aspiring to compete at the international level in sports. By

Hockey India has honored PR Sreejesh, the revered goalkeeper who played a pivotal role in India's back-to-back Olympic bronze victories, by retiring his jersey number 16 at the senior level. This gesture is a testament to his extraordinary contributions and remarkable career spanning nearly two decades. The decision to retire the number 16 jersey, while allowing it to remain in circulation at the junior level, underscores Sreejesh's lasting legacy in Indian hockey. During a

Neeraj Chopra, India’s celebrated javelin thrower, has shared a heartfelt and emotional update following his silver medal win at the Paris Olympics. The 26-year-old revealed that his journey to the podium was marred by significant injury concerns, and he may soon need surgery due to a persistent adductor niggle—a muscle issue in his thigh that has plagued him in recent months. Despite these challenges, Chopra achieved a season's best throw of 89.45 meters, securing t

Indian wrestling champion Vinesh Phogat has made a surprising decision to retire from the sport, following her disqualification from the Paris Olympics 2024 wrestling final. Phogat shared her decision on social media, expressing her profound disappointment and announcing her retirement with a heartfelt message: “Motherly wrestling won over me. I lost. I’m sorry. Your dream and my courage are broken. I no longer have the strength to fight. I will forever be indebted to yo

In a challenging turn of events for Vinesh Phogat, the talented wrestler faces disqualification from the Paris Olympics in her 50 kg gold medal bout due to a slight weight discrepancy. The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) issued a statement saying, “It is with a heavy heart that we announce Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from the Women’s Wrestling 50kg class. Despite the team’s best efforts th

In a nerve-wracking finale on June 29, 2024, India clinched their maiden T20 World Cup title, outclassing South Africa by 7 runs. The nail-biting contest saw India post a challenging total of 177 runs, which the Proteas failed to surpass, managing 169/8 in their 20 overs. The Indian team, led by Rohit Sharma, showcased exceptional skill and teamwork, with Virat Kohli's outstanding performance earning him the Player of the Match award. Kohli's impressive knock and crucial con

Extreme mountain biking epitomizes the convergence of skill, courage, and adrenaline as riders descend steep and technical trails amidst rugged landscapes and unforgiving terrain. In this heart-pounding pursuit, participants push the limits of agility and control while navigating jaw-dropping drops, jumps, and obstacles that defy gravity and test the boundaries of human performance. At the core of extreme mountain biking lies the thrill of conquering nature'

Whitewater kayaking embodies the essence of adventure and excitement as kayakers conquer raging rapids and turbulent rivers, navigating through obstacles and powerful currents with skill and precision. In this adrenaline-fueled sport, participants execute precise maneuvers and rolls to stay afloat, embracing the challenge of fast-paced whitewater and the raw power of nature. At its core, whitewater kayaking is a dynamic dance between kayaker and river, where each rapid presents a ne

Deep water soloing stands as a daring testament to human courage and agility, as climbers scale sheer rock faces above deep water without the aid of ropes or harnesses. In this exhilarating pursuit, participants rely on strength, skill, and nerves of steel to ascend challenging routes, with the ocean below serving as both a safety net and a source of excitement. At the core of deep water soloing lies the primal thrill of conquering vertical terrain with nothing