Bhubaneswar: The city is gearing up to host the Junior and Senior Artistic Gymnastics National Championships for the 2023-24 season, an event eagerly awaited by gymnastics enthusiasts. Scheduled to commence on 28 December, the Junior Championship will run until 30 December, followed by the Senior Championship from 2 to 4 January 2024. The Gymnastics Centre…
Cuttack: The Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Cuttack roared to life as the second edition of Ultimate Kho Kho commenced with a spectacular opening ceremony on Sunday. A multitude of fervent fans gathered to witness the kick-off of Ultimate Kho Kho Season 2, a league that garnered immense popularity in its debut season. Conceived by…
Bhubaneswar: Breaking new ground on the global sports scene, Kalinga Indoor Athletics Arena, the first-of-its-kind indoor athletic stadium in India, has achieved the coveted Category 1 certification from World Athletics, the authoritative governing body for track and field. This landmark recognition not only solidifies the international status of the Kalinga Sports Complex but also positions…
Bhubaneswar: In a bid to enhance viewer excitement, a revamped points system takes center stage as the reigning champions, Odisha Juggernauts, clash with Rajasthan Warriors to kick off Season 2 of India’s premier Kho-Kho carnival at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Cuttack this Sunday. Initiated by Amit Burman in collaboration with the Kho Kho…
Cuttack: In a strategic partnership between the State Government and the Odisha Cricket Association (OCA), plans for a comprehensive overhaul of the iconic Barabati Stadium have been unveiled, aiming to transform it into a world-class facility with an estimated investment ranging from Rs 600 to Rs 700 crore. Following the meeting, OCA Vice-President Pankaj Lochan…
Cuttack: The Odisha Masters 2023 concluded with thrilling victories, as Satish Kumar Karunakaran claimed the Men’s Singles title, and Nozomi Okuhara secured the Women’s Singles championship. The tournament’s standout performance came from the dynamic duo Tanisha Crasto and Dhruv Kapila, who triumphed in the Mixed Doubles category, showcasing remarkable resilience and skill at JN Indoor…
Bhubaneswar: Expanding its commitment to nurturing sports talent, Odisha has added two new feathers to its cap with the establishment of High Performance Centres (HPCs) in Archery and Sport Climbing. A significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the state of Odisha and Tata Steel today in the presence of Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik….
Cuttack: The Odisha Masters 2023 commenced at the JN Indoor Stadium in Cuttack. Acknowledged as one of Asia’s premier badminton competitions, the tournament features an impressive prize pool of USD 100,000 and holds the distinguished status of being a BWF Tour Super 100 event. Day 1 witnessed spirited matches with players from more than 30…
Bhubaneswar: In a pioneering collaboration between the Sports & Youth Services Department, Odisha, and ‘Aspire for Her,’ a groundbreaking initiative named “HER Sport Ki Champion” was unveiled today. This initiative is dedicated to empowering and supporting women in sports as they transition to their post-athletic careers. “HER Sport Ki Champion” by Aspire For Her is…
Bhubaneswar: In a historic move, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated India’s largest Sports Science Centre at the Kalinga Stadium, establishing a transformative partnership with Abhinav Bindra. This facility, designed to serve athletes from diverse disciplines, is positioned to become a focal point for injury management, rehabilitation, recovery, and performance enhancement. It promises to comprehensively address…
