Thursday, April 25, 2024

Sports

Mission LA 2028: India's cycling hopes to ride on French coach Sireau and talented youngsters

NEW DELHI: For the first time in the history of Indian sports, the Cycling Federation of India (CFI) is banking on a foreign coach, a two-time Olympic Games medallist, and a few talented youngsters to participate in the Los Angeles Olympic Games in 2028. The first target for them will be the World Championship to be held later this year.

Jodie Foster marks 10th anniversary with wife at hand and footprint ceremony

Los Angeles: Actress Jodie Foster, renowned for her roles in 'The Silence of the Lambs' and 'Taxi Driver', celebrated her 10th anniversary with her wife, Alexandra Hedison, in the most special manner.

Surbhi Chandna 'living the island life' with hubby; enjoys 'string hoppers, green peas mappas'

MUMBAI: 'Naagin 5' actress Surbhi Chandna on Friday shared a scintillating glimpse of herself 'living the island life' while also sharing a peek into her delicious breakfast.

Sanjeeda Shaikh enchants with her enigmatic beauty as Waheeda in 'Heeramandi' promo

MUMBAI: The makers of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's directorial series ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar’ on Friday dropped the character promo of Sanjeeda Shaikh as Waheeda.

IPL 2024: LSG v CSK overall head-to-head; When and where to watch

IPL 2024: LSG v CSK overall head-to-head; When and where to watch

Bengal Pro T20 League onboards Servotech as franchise team owner

NEW DELHI: Bengal Pro T20 League which is set to kick off immediately after the IPL in early June 2024, has roped in Servotech Power Systems as the franchise owner for one of the teams ahead of the upcoming season.

Grand send-off ceremony held for Indian squad ahead of Special Olympics Unified Football in Dhaka

NEW DELHI:Special Olympics Bharat on Monday organised a grand send-off ceremony for the Indian teams for the Special Olympics South Asia 7-a-side Unified Football Tournament 2024 to be held in Dhaka from April 16 to 20.

At 50, IRS officer Ekta wins national powerlifting medals, breaks records

NEW DELHI: While the majority of the world thinks of early retirement at 50, a senior woman bureaucrat in Delhi -- Ekta Vishnoi -- has proven that when it comes to fitness, age is just a number and you can continue to be on the top with hard work and dedication.

IPL 2024: 'Beyond Bumrah, no one to actually support MI in their bowling attack', opines Brian Lara

NEW DELHI: Brian Lara criticised the Mumbai Indians (MI) bowling attack, noting that the whole bowling department is dependent on Jasprit Bumrah, adding that beyond the star pacer, there's a lack of support in the five-time winner's bowling lineup.

Thanks to PM Modi for gifting us a lifetime memory: Indian gamers

NEW DELHI: India's top gaming personalities, who met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discussed the rise of gaming industry, aspirations of youth and many more, on Saturday, said: "Thanks to PM Modi for gifting us a lifetime memory."

PM Modi bets big on e-sports, encourages creators to build games for the world

NEW DELHI: From building games for the world to spreading awareness regarding environmental and social issues, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday -- in a free-wheeling chat with some of the top Indian creators -- gave the esports industry a much-needed boost, saying it should be kept regulation-free and let grow under an organised and legal framework to create millions of jobs.

Skill-based gaming doesn’t require regulation, must grow under a legal structure: PM Modi

NEW DELHI: Esports, especially skill-based gaming, do not require any regulation and must remain free to flourish under an organised and legal structure, thus creating more avenues for the youth while delivering world-class innovations in the sector, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday.

When PM Modi asked creators about opportunities for girls in gaming sector

NEW DELHI: As gaming gets mainstream in the country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a conversation with some of the top social media creators, asked them about opportunities for girls in the gaming sector.

Asian Games medallist Jyothi Yarraji to train in Spain ahead of Paris Olympics

NEW DELHI: Jyothi Yarraji, who won a silver medal in the 100m hurdles at the Hangzhou Asian Games, will train in Spain ahead of the Paris Olympics as the Sports ministry's Mission Olympic Cell (MOC) approved her proposal for financial assistance towards foreign training.

IPL 2024: I don’t think Punjab Kings would put Shashank Singh back in the auction, says Steve Smith

NEW DELHI: Former Australia cricketer Steve Smith has praised the performance of Shashank Singh and called it an incredible knock and said that Punjab Kings will not put in the auction the batter they picked at his base price. Coming down at No.6, Shashank with his breathtaking knock of 61 not out in 29 deliveries sealed the match for the Kings against Gujarat Titans with three wickets and one ball left.

1st April to be Qualifying date to Enroll new voters for upcoming elections: CEO

IPL 2024: Irfan Pathan advocates for Shivam Dube’s inclusion in T20 WC squad

NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan wants Shivam Dube in the T2O World Cup squad after the star Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batter scored 45 in 24 deliveries against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Friday.

IPL 2024: ‘Abhishek Sharma's innings of 37 runs was of a big impact,’ says Irfan Pathan

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan showered praise on Abhishek Sharma's match-winning performance of 12 balls 37 runs, acknowledging the pivotal role played by the young batter in steering Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) to six wicket victory against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Friday.

Lok Sabha Polls- popular public figures like sports persons designated as District Icons

Congress Manifesto is just a bundle of false claims and promises: Anurag Thakur

Two day selection competition program will be organized by SAI from April 8

Centre Court Capital launches Rs 350 cr gaming, sports tech fund

NEW DELHI: Venture capital (VC) firm Centre Court Capital (CCC) on Thursday launched a Rs 350 crore fund to revolutionise the country's sports and gaming landscape.

Olympic-bound boxers to train in Turkey as MOC approves proposals for foreign training, competitions

NEW DELHI:Sports ministry's Mission Olympic Cell (MOC) has approved proposals of Paris Olympics bound boxers to train in Turkey, with just few months left for the global event.

Rajasthan Cricket Association executive dissolved; Ad-hoc committee formed

JAIPUR: Rajasthan government has dissolved the Rajasthan Cricket Association (RCA) executive following complaints of alleged irregularities in the state body.

IPL 2024: 'Perplexed, beyond my understanding', Smith, Pathan slam Hardik's tactics of using Bumrah vs SRH

HYDERABAD: Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya’s decision not to give Jasprit Bumrah more than one over until the 13th over of the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) innings during the IPL 2024 match on Wednesday night came in for criticism from all the corners as the hosts blazed to 277/3, the highest total in the history of IPL.

IPL 2024: 'Wound back the clock', Steve Smith in awe of Dhoni's quick-reflex diving catch in Chepauk

CHENNAI: Though CSK innings ended on Tuesday without the former CSK skipper MS Dhoni needing to bat but the legendary wicketkeeper-batter elevated the excitement among the fans with a sensational diving catch during the match against the Gujarat Titans (GT) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.

Cricket Namibia announce maiden central contracts for women's team

Windhoek, (Namibia): In a landmark move, Cricket Namibia has announced central contracts for the women's team, awarding professional contracts to 10 female cricketers.

Sub Jr Nationals: Haryana, Delhi boxers shine in semifinals

NEW DELHI: Sixteen Haryana boxers and Delhi’s six pugilists clinched victories to enter the finals at the 3rd Sub Junior National Championship at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex in Greater Noida.

Mission 414 in polling stations which registered less than 60 percent VTR in LSE-2019

Sr Women’s Hockey Nationals: Manipur, Mizoram illuminate the rise of hockey in Northeast India

PUNE:Manipur and Mizoram, two states synonymous with their rich traditions and picturesque terrains, have emerged as the torchbearers of hockey prowess in the Northeast India, showcasing their mettle in the 14th Hockey India Senior Women's National Championship.

IPL 2024: Customised Indian sign language redefines viewing experience for differently abled fans

MUMBAI: For the first time, the Indian Premier League (IPL) will be customised for Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing and Visually Impaired fans with a new Indian Sign Language Feed with Descriptive Commentary.

World Kabaddi Day to be organized in Panchkula on March 24

IGU receives Rs 2 crore funding for boosting grassroot golf

NEW DELHI: The Indian Golf Union (IGU), the sport’s national governing body, has received funding of Rs 2 crore which it will utilise in improving grassroots programme, strengthening the National Golf Academy of India (NGAI), growth of the sport in Northeast India, amongst others.

Boxing: Haryana, Punjab off to flying starts at 3rd Sub Junior Nationals

NEW DELHI: Six boys from Haryana and four girls from Punjab moved to the next round with wins on day one at the 3rd Sub Junior National Boxing Championship at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex in Greater Noida.

NRAI announces shotgun teams in quest for Olympic quota places

NEW DELHI:The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI), the governing body for the Olympic sport of Shooting in the country, on Tuesday announced the Indian Shotgun squads for the various important international competitions leading right up to the marquee event of the year, the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games, scheduled in July end.

Brand Storii to expand presence in Uttarakhand with a river-front property

NEW DELHI: the In keeping with its focus on the asset right growth strategy, ITC Hotels announced the signing of Storii Rishikesh, Uttarakhand.

Sidhu makes comeback to cricket commentary amid LS election fever

CHANDIGARH: In the run-up to the Lok Sabha polls, cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu has made his comeback to commentary and will be seen during the IPL 2024, which gets underway on March 23. However, his continuation in politics is still suspense.

Barca approach business end of the season with 10-match unbeaten run

NEW DELHI: On Sunday night, FC Barcelona put together one of their best performances of the 2023/24 season, thrashing Atletico de Madrid 3-0 on the road. The capital city side hadn’t lost a LaLiga match at the Estadio Civitas Metropolitano since January of 2023, also against Barca, but after 25 league games undefeated in front of their home fans Los Colchoneros were put to the sword by a clinical Azulgrana attack.

BFI to conduct Sub Jr Boxing Nationals in Greater Noida from March 18 to 25

NEW DELHI: The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) will be conducting the 3rd Sub Junior Boys and Girls National Championship 2024 at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh from March 18 to 25.

Haryana Police Plans to Open 34 Creches Across the State

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