Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Hockey Team etched its name in history by winning the gold medal at the 14th Hockey India Senior Men’s National Championship. The team delivered a stellar performance, defeating Team Haryana 5-1 in the final held at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium in Chennai. Sports Minister Suryabanshi Suraj, along with Principal Secretary of…
Bhubaneswar: Sports and Youth Service Department of Odisha government honored 129 athletes with a total cash reward of ₹17,83,500 in recognition of their exceptional performances at national and international events. The athletes, representing various disciplines including Kho Kho, Wushu, Karate, Pencak Silat, Para athletics, Baseball, Taekwondo, Deaf Cricket, Ju-Jitsu, Wheelchair Fencing, Para Swimming, Weightlifting, Swimming,…
New Delhi: In a significant stride towards realizing its ambition of becoming a major player in global sports, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has officially submitted a Letter of Intent to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on October 1, indicating India’s desire to host the Olympics and Paralympics Games in 2036. Sources close to the…
Rajgir: The Indian Women’s Hockey Team has officially arrived in Gaya, marking the commencement of the first international hockey tournament ever hosted in the state. The Bihar Women’s Asian Champions Trophy Rajgir 2024 is set to unfold from 11 to 20 November, featuring a competitive lineup that includes defending champions India and the silver medallists…
New Delhi: Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction is likely to be held in Riyadh at the end of this month, sources told IANS on Monday. “Officials have gone there to finalise the venue and dates, announcement to be made very soon,” the source added. As all ten franchises have announced their list of retained…
Ahmedabad: In a thrilling series decider at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium, Smriti Mandhana’s stellar century led India to a commanding six-wicket victory over New Zealand, breaking the bat-first-win trend and securing a 2-1 series triumph.
Mumbai: India has announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming four-match T20I series in South Africa, scheduled to begin on November 8 in Durban. The team includes new comers all-rounder Ramandeep Singh and fast bowler Vijaykumar Vyshak, marking promising additions as India builds towards future fixtures.
Mumbai: India has unveiled its 18-member squad for the eagerly awaited Border-Gavaskar Test series against Australia, set to begin on November 22 in Perth. The team includes new faces Abhimanyu Easwaran, Harshit Rana, and Nitish Reddy, while spinner Kuldeep Yadav has been sidelined to address a chronic groin injury at the BCCI Centre of Excellence following the ongoing Test series with New Zealand.
New Delhi: Indian hockey legend Rani Rampal announced her retirement from international hockey in front of an emotional crowd at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium on Thursday. The veteran forward, who captained the Indian women’s hockey team during some of its most memorable moments, took the opportunity to reflect on her illustrious 16-year career and…
Bhubaneswar: The Sports & Youth Services Department (DSYS) of Odisha held a significant workshop today at the Kalinga Stadium to refine the draft Odisha Sports Policy. The event brought together key stakeholders, including State Sports Associations, the Odisha Sports Journalists Association, and prominent sportspersons, to gather insights aimed at elevating the sports ecosystem in the…
