Nishad Kumar secured his maiden gold medal at the World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi, clinching the top spot in the T47 high jump event. After years of finishing second, Nishad overcame Paralympic legend Roderick Townsend and narrowly missed setting a world record at 2.18m.
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India U17 Triumph Over Bangladesh in Dramatic Penalty Shootout to Claim Seventh SAFF U17 Championship Title
In a nail-biting final at Colombo’s Racecourse International Stadium, India U17 edged past Bangladesh 4-1 on penalties after a thrilling 2-2 draw, securing their seventh SAFF U17 Championship crown.
Cheryl Reeve Blasts WNBA Officiating After Napheesa Collier Injury in Semifinal Loss
Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve erupted in frustration after star forward Napheesa Collier was injured in a bruising semifinal loss to the Phoenix Mercury. The Mercury now lead the best-of-five series 2-1, but Reeve is demanding accountability at the league level for what she called "malpractice" officiating.
Global Chess League Season 3: Caruana, Giri, Hou, and Praggnanandhaa Headline SG Pipers’ Star-Studded Squad
The Alpine SG Pipers have unveiled a powerhouse roster for Season 3 of the Global Chess League, which will be held in India for the first time from December 13–24. Retaining R Praggnanandhaa and Hou Yifan, the team adds Fabiano Caruana, Anish Giri, Nino Batsiashvili, and Leon Luke Mendonca to its formidable lineup.
Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports Announces Selection Criteria for Asian Games 2026 Participation
The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports has released clear and transparent selection criteria for individuals and teams to participate in the Asian Games 2026 and other multi-sports events, ensuring only athletes with a genuine medal-winning chance represent India.
