Grassroots Sports Ecosystem Development is Our Priority: Sports Minister  Suryabanshi Suraj

Bhubaneswar: A key review meeting of the Sports and Youth Services Department was held today at the Kalinga Stadium under the leadership of Sports Minister Suryabanshi Suraj. The meeting centered around the master plan for the construction of block-level stadiums and the development of the grassroots sports ecosystem in Odisha. Minister Suryabanshi Suraj highlighted that…

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Odisha Govt Initiates Probe into Abuse Allegations at Kalinga Stadium Swimming Centre

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has formed an inquiry committee to investigate allegations of physical and mental abuse at the High Performance Swimming Centre in Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar. The decision comes after swimmers at the sports hostel staged a protest on Saturday night, alleging misconduct by head coach Sandeep Sejwal. The Sports and Youth Services Department…

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Varun Chakravarthy’s Five-Wicket Haul Powers India to 44-Run Victory Over New Zealand

Dubai: Varun Chakravarthy delivered a sensational bowling performance, claiming 5-42, as India defeated New Zealand by 44 runs in their final Group A match of the Champions Trophy at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday. The victory ensured that India topped Group A and set up a high-stakes semi-final clash against Australia on Tuesday, a…

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Indian Hockey Teams Wrap Up Bhubaneswar Leg of FIH Pro League with Strong Performances

Bhubaneswar: The Indian Men’s and Women’s Hockey teams concluded their FIH Hockey Pro League home campaign at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, showcasing commendable performances in their respective eight-match stints between February 15 and 25. The Men’s team delivered an impressive showing, securing five victories from eight matches and climbing to third place in the…

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Pakistan Crashes Out of Champions Trophy as New Zealand and India Seals Semifinal Spot

Rawalpindi: Pakistan’s Champions Trophy campaign came to an abrupt end on Monday after New Zealand secured a five-wicket victory over Bangladesh at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The result confirmed semifinal berths for India and New Zealand from Group A, leaving Pakistan and Bangladesh without a point after two matches each. India and New Zealand, both…

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Champions Trophy: Ravindra, Latham Guide New Zealand to Semis with Win Over Bangladesh

Rawalpindi:  Rachin Ravindra’s fourth ODI ton and Tom Latham’s disciplined 55-run cameo helped New Zealand register a comfortable five-wicket win, with 23 balls to spare, over Bangladesh in the Group A clash at Rawalpindi Stadium. With this win, New Zealand and India have both qualified for the semifinals from Group A and will battle it…

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Savita Punia Achieves Historic 300 International Caps in Women’s Hockey

Bhubaneswar: Hockey India has extended heartfelt congratulations to Savita Punia, the Indian Women’s Hockey team’s goalkeeper, for reaching a remarkable milestone of 300 international caps. The Arjuna Awardee accomplished this feat during India’s FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25 match against the Netherlands at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Savita now joins Vandana Katariya…

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