India Aims to Join Global Top 10 in Sports, Says Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya

Thiruvananthapuram: Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, today expressed optimism about India’s rising status in the global sports arena, declaring that the country is on track to rank among the top ten performing nations in the world. The minister made this statement while inaugurating the upgraded SAI Golf Course at Kowdiar,…

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Khelo India General Council Meeting Focuses on Draft Sports Policy, Infrastructure Development, and Athlete Welfare

New Delhi: The 4th General Council (GC) meeting of the Khelo India Scheme was held today under the chairmanship of Union Minister for Youth Affairs, Sports, and Labour & Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya. The meeting, held in New Delhi, brought together senior officials from various states, representatives from National Sports Federations, Sports Control Boards, and…

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Revamped Framework: Khelo India Athletes Now Eligible for Government Jobs

New Delhi: In a pioneering move to bolster the sports ecosystem and promote athletic talent, the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) of the Government of India, in collaboration with the Department of Sports, has introduced comprehensive reforms in the recruitment, promotion, and incentives framework for athletes. The updated guidelines, presented in a memorandum issued…

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Jammu and Kashmir Lt. Governor Inaugurates Khelo India Winter Games at Gulmarg Ski Resort

Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Lt. Governor (L-G) Manoj Sinha inaugurated the fourth edition of the ‘Khelo India’ snow sports event at the picturesque Gulmarg Ski Resort on Wednesday. Addressing the gathering at the inauguration, the Lt. Governor emphasized the significance of the event for over 600 athletes who have been diligently preparing for this spectacular…

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Odisha’s Sports Stars Shine: Minister Felicitates Khelo India Youth Games 2023 Achievers

Bhubaneswar: In a momentous celebration of sporting achievements, the Sports Minister Tusharkanti Behera honored 92 athletes from Odisha at the Kalinga Sports Complex for their stellar performances during the Khelo India Youth Games 2023. The felicitation ceremony, attended by dignitaries including Dilip Tirkey, President of Hockey India, showcased the state’s commitment to nurturing talent and…

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Khelo India Athletes Receive ₹7.71 Crore in Out-of-Pocket Allowance for Quarter 4, 2023-24

New Delhi: The Sports Authority of India (SAI) has disbursed an Out-of-Pocket Allowance amounting to ₹7.71 crore for 2571 Khelo India Athletes (KIAs) for the fourth quarter of the financial year 2023-24. This release is part of the comprehensive Khelo India Scholarship Scheme, designed to support the holistic development of talented athletes. Under the Khelo…

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