ACS Goa made history at the WAKO National Kickboxing Championship 2025 in Chennai, with Erica J. de Sequeira winning the academy’s first-ever national kickboxing medal, and other young athletes showing exceptional potential.
Category: Sports
Sports Quota Initiated a ‘Silver Lining’ for Goan Sportspersons
Chief Minister of Goa, Dr. Pramod Sawant, has emphasized the implementation of a long-overdue State-Level Sports Quota for professional college admissions. Although halted by the Bombay High Court at Goa due to procedural issues, the policy—originally introduced in 2009—may finally find its legal footing. With appeals from stakeholders like the Goa Badminton Association and the state’s growing sports culture, there’s renewed hope for young athletes to gain their rightful place in professional education and beyond.
Sports Manufacturer Conclave: India Strengthens First-Ever Anti-Doping Framework
The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (MYAS), Government of India, hosted the Sports Goods Manufacturing Conclave at The Ashok Hotel, New Delhi, bringing together policymakers, industry experts, and manufacturers to boost India's indigenous sports goods sector. A major highlight was the announcement of NABL accreditation and FSSAI referral lab status for two cutting-edge Nutritional Supplement Testing labs. This move marks India’s first major step in creating a certified anti-doping testing framework aligned with WADA protocols.
RCB Pledges ₹25 Lakh Each to Stampede Victims’ Families, Launches ‘RCB Cares’ for Long-Term Support
Nearly three months after the tragic stampede at Chinnaswamy Stadium, Royal Challengers Bengaluru has announced a ₹25 lakh compensation for the families of the 11 fans who lost their lives. More than just financial aid, RCB has launched 'RCB Cares'—a long-term commitment to healing, unity, and support for their fans.
Goans Hockey Marks National Sports Day with “Ek Ghanta, Khel ke Maidan mein” at Peddem
In a spirited celebration of National Sports Day, Goans Hockey brought together players of all ages for a friendly match and fellowship at Peddem Sports Complex, championing the theme "Ek Ghanta, Khel ke Maidan mein" in honor of Major Dhyan Chand.
