March 14, 2026

Sports

CM Patnaik Launches Ambitious Rs. 660 Crore Sports Infrastructure Projects in Odisha

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Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik unveiled a transformative initiative by launching sports infrastructure projects valued at Rs. 660 crore, underscoring the government’s commitment to fostering sports at both grassroots and elite levels. The comprehensive plan includes the establishment of 48 multipurpose indoor stadiums, the inauguration of the Cuttack Table Tennis Academy, the Rourkela Gymnastics…

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Odisha Sports Minister Felicitates Young Athletes for Outstanding Achievements

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Bhubaneswar: In a prestigious felicitation ceremony held today in Bhubaneswar, Sports Minister Tusharkanti Behera lauded the remarkable achievements of young athletes from Odisha who excelled in Hockey, Rugby, Kayaking, and Canoeing. The ceremony also recognized the winners of the Digital Competitions under the Nua O initiative, presenting them with well-deserved cash awards. Accompanying the Sports…

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India Secures Olympic Berth Despite Losses at ITTF World Table Tennis Team Championships

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Busan: In a historic turn of events, the Indian men’s and women’s table tennis teams have qualified for the Paris Olympics despite encountering defeats in their pre-quarterfinal matches at the ITTF World Table Tennis Team Championships in Busan on Wednesday. This marks the first time India will qualify for the team event of the Olympics…

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Odisha Chief Minister Honours Athletes Pranati Nayak and Mannata Mishra

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Bhubaneswar: Today, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik felicitated two outstanding female athletes from Odisha, Pranati Nayak and Mannata Mishra, recognizing their stellar performances on the international sports stage. Pranati Nayak, a gifted gymnast affiliated with the Odisha AMNS/ India Gymnastics High-Performance Center (HPC), secured the Bronze Medal at the prestigious FIG World Cup 2024 held in…

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Indian Men’s Hockey Team Faces Shootout Defeat Against Netherlands in FIH Pro League Clash

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Rourkela: The Indian Men’s Hockey Team experienced a heartbreaking shootout defeat against the Netherlands in their sixth match of the FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/24 at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium. The tightly contested game ended in a 1-1 draw at the end of regulation time, leading to a shootout where the Netherlands emerged victorious…

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India Paddle Festival: APP World Tour Debuts in Karnataka with International Stand-Up Paddling Championship

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Mangalore: The Association of PaddleSurf Professionals World Tour (APP) has announced its entry into India with the inaugural India Paddle Festival, set to take place at the stunning Sasihithlu Beach in Mangalore, Karnataka, from 8th to 10th March 2024. This marks India’s first-ever International Stand-Up Paddling (SUP) championship and is a significant milestone for the…

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Chairman of 5T and Nabin Odisha, Kartik Pandian, Applauds Hockey Enthusiasm in Sundargarh

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Bhubaneswar: Kartik Pandian, Chairman of 5T and Nabin Odisha, visited the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Rourkela today to witness the Men’s FIH Pro League 2023/24 match between India and Netherlands. Expressing his enthusiasm for the sport, Kartik Pandian highlighted the immense popularity of hockey in Sundargarh and the decisive role it played in the…

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Barabati Stadium Set for Transformation into a Premier Sports Hub

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Cuttack: In a significant development for sports enthusiasts in Odisha, the Chairman of 5T and Nabin Odisha, Kartik Pandian, visited Barabati Stadium in Cuttack to discuss cricket development plans with Odisha Cricket Association (OCA) President Pranab Prakash Das and other officials. The visit, directed by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, focused on transforming the Barabati cricket…

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AIFF-FIFA Talent Academy Inaugurated in Bhubaneswar, Unveils First Batch of Local Football Prodigies

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Bhubaneswar: A groundbreaking chapter in the realm of sports unfolded in Odisha as the inaugural batch of fifteen promising local footballers was introduced at the AIFF-FIFA Talent Academy in Bhubaneswar. The ceremony, graced by esteemed dignitaries including Sports Director Shri Siddhartha Das, Joint Secretary Shri Bijayananda Naik, Technical Director of AIFF Syed Sabir Pasha, Secretary…

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Odisha Govt Announces Cash Awards to Honour Exceptional Hockey Achievements

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Bhubaneswar: In a momentous recognition of the stellar achievements of hockey players hailing from Odisha, the state government has declared cash awards to honour their outstanding performances on the international stage. The announced awards underscore Odisha’s rich legacy in the sport and its commitment to nurturing and celebrating talent. Amit Rohidas and Deep Grace Ekka,…

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