Annu Rani, Animesh Kujur Gear Up to Shine at World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar: All eyes will be on India’s top javelin thrower Annu Rani and rising sprint star Animesh Kujur as they take centre stage at the inaugural World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze meet at Kalinga Stadium on Sunday. The one-day event, offering prize money of $25,000, will witness participation from athletes representing over 15 countries. Annu…

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Odisha Gears Up to Host World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze at Kalinga Stadium

Bhubaneswar: Odisha is all set to welcome international athletes as it hosts the prestigious World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze competition for the first time at Bhubaneswar’s Kalinga Stadium on August 10, 2025. With just days to go, Sports and Youth Services Minister Suryabanshi Suraj visited the venue on Wednesday to review preparations and ensure readiness…

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Khalid Jamil Appointed as Head Coach of Indian Men’s Football Team, Ending 13-Year Wait for Indian at Helm

New Delhi: In a major decision reflecting a shift in Indian football’s coaching philosophy, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) has appointed Khalid Jamil as the head coach of the senior Indian men’s national team. Jamil’s selection ends a 13-year gap since an Indian last held the position, signalling a renewed confidence in homegrown managerial…

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Divya Deshmukh Creates History, Becomes First Indian Woman to Win FIDE Women’s World Cup

Baku: In a sensational triumph that stunned the chess world, 19-year-old Divya Deshmukh has become the first Indian woman to win the prestigious FIDE Women’s World Cup, defeating legendary compatriot Koneru Humpy 1.5–0.5 in the rapid tie-breaks of the all-Indian final held in Baku. The classical games played over the weekend ended in tightly fought…

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Odisha Tribal Girl’s Journey from Malkangiri to National Handball Spotlight

Bhubaneswar: In the heart of Odisha’s tribal belt, 16-year-old Bibhuti Mundagadia from Malkangiri district has captured national attention with her remarkable journey from a remote village to the handball court at the Junior National School Sports Championship. A Class 10 student at Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya (KGBV) in Sindhrimala, Bibhuti comes from a modest tribal…

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Kalinga Stadium Witnesses Grand Finale of Senior National Ranking Badminton Tournament

Bhubaneswar: The All India Senior National Ranking Badminton Tournament wrapped up on a high note today at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, drawing the curtains on an intense week of rallies, smashes, and remarkable athleticism that brought together the country’s finest shuttlers. The week-long tournament, held from July 8 to 15, saw the participation of over…

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Swiatek Makes Wimbledon History with Dominant Double-Bagel Win Over Anisimova

London: Iga Swiatek delivered a tennis masterclass at the All England Club on Saturday, clinching her maiden Wimbledon title with a ruthless 6-0, 6-0 win over Amanda Anisimova in the 2025 Ladies’ Singles final. The 57-minute demolition not only gave Swiatek her sixth Grand Slam crown but also placed her in elite company, completing a…

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