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Durand Cup: Imphal Derby ends goalless as TRAU FC and NEROCA FC share spoils

Imphal (Manipur) | July 28, 2026 11:59:23 PM IST

TRAU FC and NEROCA FC shared spoils in a fiercely contested goalless Imphal Derby in the 135th Durand Cup, with both sides creating several promising chances but failing to find the breakthrough at the packed Khuman Lampak Main Stadium in Imphal on Tuesda ... read..

CWG 2026: Preeti Pawar enters semis, Vishal TK advances; Nirupama falls short as India aim for medal on Day 6

Glasgow | July 28, 2026 11:59:17 PM IST

India endured a mixed bag of results in the opening half of Day 6 (according to IST) at the Commonwealth Games 2026, with moments of triumph and disappointment across athletics, weightlifting, swimming, para swimming and boxing. While Vishal TK and Preeti ... read..

"This was my dream": Ajaya Babu's father Srinivasa Rao, a CWG medallist himself, celebrates son's silver

Vizianagaram (Andhra Pradesh) | July 28, 2026 11:29:05 PM IST

Valluri Srinivasa Rao, father of Commonwealth Games 2026 silver medallist Ajaya Babu, said it was a dream come true to see his son surpass his own achievements as a Commonwealth medallist. ... read..

Andhra Minister Kondapalli Srinivas hails Ajaya Babu's CWG 2026 Silver medal win

Vizianagaram (Andhra Pradesh) | July 28, 2026 10:28:34 PM IST

Andhra Pradesh Minister Kondapalli Srinivas hailed Valluri Ajaya Babu's Commonwealth Games 2026 silver medal as a proud moment for Vizianagaram and the state. ... read..

"Champions like you remind us that no dream is too big": Yuvraj Singh lauds Sharmila Dhankar on CWG gold

New Delhi | July 28, 2026 9:58:31 PM IST

Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh congratulated Sharmila Dhankar after the Indian para-athlete created history by winning the women's shot put F57 gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. ... read..

CWG 2026 bronze medallist Jhandu Kumar eyes Asian Games, Olympic gold

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | July 28, 2026 8:59:04 PM IST

Para powerlifter Jhandu Kumar expressed his happiness after winning the bronze medal in the men's heavyweight event at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games and said he aims to continue bringing glory to the country at upcoming major events, including the A ... read..

CWG 2026: Vishal TK through to 400m semifinals, Srihari Nataraj advances in 50m freestyle

Glasgow | July 28, 2026 7:28:03 PM IST

India's Vishal TK progressed to the men's 400m semifinals at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Tuesday after a strong performance in the heats, while swimmer Srihari Nataraj also secured a place in the next round of the men's 50m freestyle event, ... read..

Ryan ten Doeschate steps down as India men's assistant coach after England tour

New Delhi | July 28, 2026 5:58:42 PM IST

Ryan ten Doeschate has stepped down as India's men's assistant coach following the conclusion of the white-ball series in England, according to ESPNcricinfo. ... read..

Santhosh Kumar Tamilarasan eyes strong showing at Commonwealth Games 2026

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | July 28, 2026 4:28:26 PM IST

Indian hurdler and Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS)-supported athlete Santhosh Kumar Tamilarasan heads into the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow full of confidence, drawing belief from his recent international performances, including appearances at the Paris ... read..

Sonam Uttam Maskar and Himanshu Dhillon clinch bronze in 10m Air Rifle mixed team at ISSF World Cup Hangzhou

Hangzhou | July 28, 2026 3:29:11 PM IST

Indian rifle shooters Sonam Uttam Maskar and Himanshu Dhillon secured the bronze medal in the 10m Air Rifle Mixed Team event at the ongoing ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun in Hangzhou, China, adding another podium finish to India's campaign. ... read..

Zinedine Zidane named France's new head coach after Deschamps' 14-year tenure

Paris | July 28, 2026 3:28:56 PM IST

Zinedine Zidane has been appointed as the new manager of the France national team, the Federation Francaise de Football (FFF) announced on Tuesday. ... read..

PM Modi hails Shilpa Shyla's "brilliant performance" at CWG 2026 at Glasgow

New Delhi | July 28, 2026 2:59:28 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated Indian para-athlete Shilpa Kanchugarakoppalu Shyla for winning the bronze medal in the women's shot put F57 final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. ... read..

"Proud moment for Karnataka": CM Shivakumar congratulates Shilpa on winning bronze at CWG 2026

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | July 28, 2026 2:59:08 PM IST

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Tuesday congratulated the state's para-athlete Shilpa K Shyla on winning the bronze medal in the women's F57 shot put event at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow. ... read..

Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai congratulates Gyaneshwari Yadav on winning silver at CWG 2026

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | July 28, 2026 2:28:24 PM IST

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Tuesday congratulated Indian weightlifter Gyaneshwari Yadav for winning the silver medal in the women's 53kg category at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. ... read..

LS Speaker Om Birla lauds CWG 2026 medallists, Anahat Singh's historic World Junior Squash title

New Delhi | July 28, 2026 1:59:39 PM IST

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday congratulated Indian athletes who won medals at the ongoing 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and 18-year-old squash player Anahat Singh for winning the World Junior Squash Championship 2026 title in Canada. ... read..

Amieyra Khoslla makes history at IFSC World Youth Climbing Championships 2026, clocking India's fastest youth ever at 7.60 seconds

Arco | July 28, 2026 1:59:25 PM IST

Amieyra Khoslla, India's 15-year-old speed climbing sensation, scripted history at the IFSC World Youth Climbing Championships 2026 in Arco, Italy, by clocking a remarkable 7.60 seconds, finishing an outstanding 6th in the world and setting a new Indian N ... read..

PM Modi congratulates Sarvesh, Ajaya Babu, Sharmila on winning medals at CWG 2026 in Glasgow

New Delhi | July 28, 2026 12:59:03 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated Indian athletes Sarvesh Kushare, Valluri Ajaya Babu and Sharmila Dhankar for their medal-winning performances at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow. ... read..

"Her hard effort paid off": Bindyarani's mother on CWG 2026 bronze

Imphal (Manipur) | July 28, 2026 12:27:28 PM IST

Bindyarani Devi Sorokhaibam's bronze medal-winning performance at the 2026 Commonwealth Games came as a pleasant surprise for her family, with her mother saying they had not expected a podium finish after the weightlifter moved up to the 58kg category. ... read..

"India is immensely proud": Congress president Kharge congratulates CWG 2026 medallists

New Delhi | July 28, 2026 11:58:53 AM IST

Congress president and Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday congratulated Indian athletes Sharmila Dhankar, Sarvesh Kushare, Valluri Ajaya Babu and Gyaneshwari Yadav for their medal-winning performances at the 2026 Commonw ... read..

TVS Racing commits to nurturing future Champions, Apache bikes given to Madras Club

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | July 28, 2026 11:28:07 AM IST

TVS Motor Company, part of TVS VENU, a global leader in the two-and three-wheeler segments, reinforced its commitment to nurturing India's future racing champions by handing over 10 TVS Apache RR 200 Mini Motorcycles to the Madras Motor Sports Club (MMSC) ... read..

Justin Greaves scripts history with five consecutive wicket maidens during WI vs PAK 1st Test

Port of Spain | July 28, 2026 10:58:43 AM IST

West Indies' Justin Greaves scripted history on Monday by becoming the first bowler in Test cricket, since comprehensive records became available, to register five consecutive wicket maidens. ... read..

CWG 2026: Rajnath Singh congratulates Ajaya Babu, Sarvesh Kushare on silver medals

New Delhi | July 28, 2026 10:29:22 AM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday congratulated Indian athletes Valluri Ajaya Babu and Sarvesh Kushare for winning silver medals in weightlifting and high jump, respectively, at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. ... read..

Gill to captain India in Sri Lanka Tests, Bumrah's availability subject to fitness

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | July 28, 2026 9:58:22 AM IST

The Men's Selection Committee of the BCCI has announced India's squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, with Shubman Gill named captain and KL Rahul appointed vice-captain. ... read..

"Another leap, another milestone": Kiren Rijiju congratulates Sarvesh Kushare after CWG 2026 silver

New Delhi | July 28, 2026 9:29:10 AM IST

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Tuesday congratulated Indian high jumper Sarvesh Kushare for winning the silver medal in the men's high jump event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. ... read..

PM Modi congratulates Bindyarani Devi on winning Bronze at CWG 2026

New Delhi | July 28, 2026 8:58:31 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated Indian weightlifter Bindyarani Devi Sorokhaibam on winning the bronze medal in the women's 58kg event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. ... read..

President Murmu congratulates Sharmila, Shilpa, Ajaya Babu, Sarvesh on CWG medals

New Delhi | July 28, 2026 8:58:18 AM IST

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday congratulated Indian athletes Sharmila Dhankar, Shilpa K Shyla, Valluri Ajaya Babu and Sarvesh Anil Kushare for their medal-winning performances at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. ... read..

Beyond the podium: The minds behind India's champions at CWG 2026

Glasgow | July 28, 2026 8:29:23 AM IST

As India's athletes chase medals and records at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, the spotlight remains firmly on those standing on the podium. ... read..

CWG 2026: India set for action-packed day across Athletics, Boxing, Weightlifting

Glasgow | July 28, 2026 8:29:18 AM IST

The Commonwealth Games 2026 are underway in Glasgow, with India continuing its campaign across athletics, weightlifting, boxing and swimming on Tuesday. ... read..

Manipur CM Khemchand Yumnam congratulates CWG medallists Mirabai, Rishikanta in virtual interaction

Imphal (Manipur) | July 28, 2026 7:28:53 AM IST

Manipur Chief Minister Khemchand Yumnam on Monday interacted virtually with Commonwealth Games 2026 medallists Saikhom Mirabai Chanu and Chanambam Rishikanta Singh, congratulating the two weightlifters for bringing laurels to the state and the country at ... read..

"I cannot even describe how I feel": Shilpa Shyla cherishes maiden CWG medal

Glasgow | July 28, 2026 6:57:55 AM IST

Indian para-athlete Shilpa K Shyla expressed immense joy after securing her maiden Commonwealth Games medal, saying the achievement was beyond words after she won bronze in the women's shot put F57 event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. ... read..

CWG 2026: Sharmila shines with gold as India bag six medals on Day 5 in Glasgow

Glasgow | July 28, 2026 6:57:54 AM IST

India enjoyed its best day so far at the Commonwealth Games 2026, winning six medals on Day 5, led by Sharmila Dhankar's historic gold in the women's shot put F57, while Gyaneshwari Yadav, Sarvesh Kushare and Valluri Ajaya Babu claimed silver medals, and ... read..

'It's a mix of happiness and sadness': Ajaya Babu reflects on CWG 2026 silver after missing gold by 1kg

Glasgow | July 28, 2026 6:28:23 AM IST

Indian weightlifter Valluri Ajaya Babu described his Commonwealth Games 2026 silver medal as "a mix of happiness and sadness" after narrowly missing out on the gold in the men's 79kg event, promising to learn from his mistakes and come back stronger in fu ... read..

"Entire nation proud": Sports Minister Mandaviya hails Sharmila's historic CWG gold in women's shot put F57

Glasgow | July 28, 2026 6:28:21 AM IST

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya congratulated Sharmila Dhankar after the Indian para-athlete created history by winning the women's shot put F57 gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, calling her achievement a landmark moment for Indian para a ... read..

"I dedicate this medal to my family and country": Sarvesh Kushare sets sights on Asian Games gold after CWG 2026 silver

Glasgow | July 28, 2026 5:28:40 AM IST

After scripting history with India's first-ever silver medal in the men's high jump at the Commonwealth Games, Sarvesh Kushare dedicated the achievement to his family and the nation, while expressing confidence that Indian athletics can win more medals in ... read..

'I will continue bringing glory to the nation': Sharmila Dhankar sets sights on Asian Games, Olympics after CWG gold

Glasgow | July 28, 2026 5:28:37 AM IST

Fresh from winning the women's shot put F57 gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, Indian para-athlete Sharmila Dhankar said she is determined to continue bringing laurels to the country, dedicating her maiden International gold to her mother while se ... read..

Ajaya Babu clinches Commonwealth Games 2026 silver, falls just short of gold

Glasgow | July 28, 2026 4:58:18 AM IST

India's Valluri Ajaya Babu produced a spirited performance to clinch the silver medal in the men's 79kg weightlifting event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, finishing just one kilogram behind Malaysia's Muhammad Erry Hidayat in a thrilling contest on Monda ... read..

CWG 2026: Shilpa Shyla gets bronze after Nigerian athlete disqualified in women's shotput F57

Glasgow | July 28, 2026 4:58:16 AM IST

Indian para-athlete Shilpa Shyla won a bronze medal in the women's shot put F57 event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games after Nigeria's Eucharia Iyiazi was disqualified following an official review, handing India its first double podium finish of the Glasgow ... read..

National weightlifting coach Vijay Sharma backs India to end long Asian Games medal drought after strong showing at CWG 2026

Glasgow | July 28, 2026 4:29:32 AM IST

India's chief national weightlifting coach Vijay Sharma believes the country's young lifters are moving in the right direction and expressed confidence that India can finally end its 28-year-long Asian Games medal drought after an encouraging start to the ... read..

CWG 2026: Shilpa Shyla upgraded to bronze after Nigerian athlete disqualified in women's shotput F57

Glasgow | July 28, 2026 4:29:28 AM IST

Indian para-athlete Shilpa Shyla was upgraded to the bronze medal in the women's shot put F57 event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games after Nigeria's Eucharia Iyiazi was disqualified following an official review, handing India its first double podium finish ... read..

Commonwealth Games 2026: Sarvesh Kushare settles with silver in men's high jump

Glasgow | July 28, 2026 3:58:10 AM IST

Indian high jumper Sarvesh Kushare created history by clinching the silver medal in the men's high jump at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, becoming the first Indian to finish second in the event at the Games. ... read..

CWG 2026: Sharmila Dhankar wins shot put F57 gold, takes country's medal tally to eight

Glasgow | July 28, 2026 3:29:29 AM IST

Sharmila Dhankar scripted one of the most inspiring stories of the 2026 Commonwealth Games by clinching the gold medal in the women's shot put F57 event, completing a remarkable journey from surviving domestic violence to standing atop the podium in Glasg ... read..

"Feeling very good": Bindyarani eyes Asian Games medal after Commonwealth Games bronze

Glasgow | July 28, 2026 2:59:03 AM IST

Fresh off her bronze medal-winning performance at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, Indian weightlifter Bindyarani Devi Sorokhaibam said she is now shifting her focus towards the Asian Games, while crediting her family, coach and the Weightlifting Federation o ... read..

"It's been my dream since I've started playing:" Anahat Singh after winning Squash Junior C'ships 2026 title

By Adarsh Chauhan Ontario | July 28, 2026 2:58:58 AM IST

Anahat Singh expressed her joy after winning the junior world title, saying the achievement has been a dream of hers since she first started playing squash. ... read..

"Grit, grip, and glory": Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya congratulates Bindyarani on CWG 2026 bronze

New Delhi | July 28, 2026 1:58:04 AM IST

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya congratulated Indian weightlifter Bindyarani Devi after she clinched the bronze medal in the women's 58kg event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Monday, hailing her contribution to India's growing medal ... read..

Indian golfers Ceerat, Guntas to compete in Malaysia Ladies Open Amateur

New Delhi | July 28, 2026 1:30:14 AM IST

The Indian Golf Union, the National Sports Federation (NSF) recognised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (MYAS), is sending a two-member team comprising of young golfers Ceerat Kang and Guntas Kaur Sandhu to compete in the coveted Malaysia Lad ... read..

CWG 2026: President Murmu, Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh congratulate Bindyarani Devi on bronze

New Delhi | July 28, 2026 1:30:13 AM IST

President Droupadi Murmu congratulated Indian weightlifter Bindyarani Devi after she grabbed the bronze medal in the women's 58kg event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Monday, while Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath S ... read..

Sachin Siwach targets gold after storming into CWG boxing quarterfinals

Glasgow | July 27, 2026 10:58:25 PM IST

Indian boxer Sachin Siwach expressed his ambition for a gold medal win after he reached the quarterfinals of the men's 60 kg competition in the ongoing Commonwealth Games 2026 at Glasgow on Monday. ... read..

Gyaneshwari's CWG 2026 Silver 'has brought happiness and excitement,' says weightlifter's father Deepak Yadav

Rajnandgaon (Chhattisgarh) | July 27, 2026 10:58:20 PM IST

Weightlifter Gyaneshwari Yadav's father Deepak Yadav expressed delight after his daughter clinched a silver medal in the women's 53kg category on her Commonwealth Games debut in Glasgow on Monday. ... read..

President Droupadi Murmu congratulates weightlifter Gyaneshwari Yadav for her CWG 2026 silver

New Delhi | July 27, 2026 10:58:14 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu congratulated weightlifter Gyaneshwari Yadav for clinching a silver medal in the women's 53kg category on her Commonwealth Games debut in Glasgow on Monday. ... read..

PM Modi congratulates Gyaneshwari Yadav on silver medal at CWG 2026

New Delhi | July 27, 2026 10:58:09 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated weightlifter Gyaneshwari Yadav after she clinched a silver medal in the women's 53kg category on her Commonwealth Games debut in Glasgow on Monday, finishing behind Nigeria's Onome Omolola Didih in a closely cont ... read..

Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah congratulate Gyaneshwari Yadav on CWG 2026 Silver

New Delhi | July 27, 2026 10:58:11 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Union Home Minister Amit Shah congratulated weightlifter Gyaneshwari Yadav after she clinched a silver medal in the closely contested final of the women's 53kg category on her Commonwealth Games debut in Glasgow on Monda ... read..

Mansukh Mandaviya felicitates CWG 2026 bronze medal-winning powerlifter Jhandu Kumar

New Delhi | July 27, 2026 9:57:50 PM IST

Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya felicitated para powerlifter Jhandu Kumar, who won India's first medal in the ongoing 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, at his residence on Monday. Jhandu won bronze in the men's heavyweight ... read..

"Very proud of my efforts": Gyaneshwari Yadav after winning silver medal at CWG 2026

Glasgow | July 27, 2026 9:57:48 PM IST

Indian weightlifter Gyaneshwari Yadav expressed happiness over her efforts after she produced a memorable performance in her Commonwealth Games debut, clinching a silver medal in the women's 53kg category in Glasgow on Monday, after a thrilling contest ag ... read..

"Tumne parents ko Jhandu kar diya": How a childhood taunt turns Abhinav Kumar into CWG medallist Jhandu Kumar

New Delhi | July 27, 2026 9:57:33 PM IST

Para powerlifter Jhandu Kumar, who clinched the bronze medal in the men's heavyweight event at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, opened up about his remarkable journey of overcoming financial hardship to reach the podium. He also revealed how a childho ... read..

CWG 2026: Gyaneshwari Yadav bags silver in women's 53kg weightlifting

Glasgow | July 27, 2026 8:29:27 PM IST

Indian weightlifter Gyaneshwari Yadav produced a memorable performance in her Commonwealth Games debut, clinching a silver medal in the women's 53kg category in Glasgow on Monday, after a thrilling contest against Nigeria's Onome Omolola Didih, who won th ... read..

"Feel very happy, he drove rickshaw and sold biscuits...now want good job for him": Parents of CWG medallist Jhandu Kumar

New Delhi | July 27, 2026 8:29:23 PM IST

Parents of the Indian para powerlifter Jhandu Kumar, who clinched the bronze medal in the men's heavyweight event at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, expressed happiness at his achievement and recalled the struggles their son endured during his journe ... read..

Indian men's team reveals jersey ahead of FIH Hockey World Cup 2026

New Delhi | July 27, 2026 7:58:29 PM IST

The Indian men's hockey team unveiled their new jersey ahead of the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup scheduled to be held in Belgium and Netherlands this year. ... read..

Indian boxer Ankush cruises into CWG 2026 quarterfinals

Glasgow | July 27, 2026 7:58:20 PM IST

Indian boxer Ankush produced a commanding performance in his Commonwealth Games debut, defeating Antigua and Barbuda's Zalaan Jan by a unanimous 5-0 decision to advance to the quarterfinals of the men's 80kg category of the 2026 edition. ... read..

Pirlo no longer a contender for Italy coach after association with betting company surface

Rome | July 27, 2026 7:28:35 PM IST

Former Italian footballer Andrea Pirlo has confirmed that he is no longer in the race to become the head coach of Italy's men's national side, with his partnership with a betting company derailing his appointment after he had initially emerged as a strong ... read..

Rohit remains "irreplacable as long as he's fit, available, scoring runs: Aakash on batting icon's WC2027 prospects

New Delhi | July 27, 2026 7:28:27 PM IST

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra said that veteran opener Rohit Sharma is "irreplacable" as long as he is fit, available and scoring runs leading upto the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup. ... read..

"Jab desh ka sabse Gambhir insaan...": Team India head coach pokes fun at serious persona, embraces jokes about his 'smile'

New Delhi | July 27, 2026 6:28:39 PM IST

Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir poked fun at his serious persona, taking to social media and posting a series of hilarious memes about his 'smile'. ... read..

"We owed you a better ending": Mbappe's letter to fans after France's semifinal finish in FIFAWC 2026

Paris | July 27, 2026 5:59:19 PM IST

Days after France ended their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign in the semifinals, superstar striker Kylian Mbappe penned a heartfelt letter to fans, saying that not being able to bring the trophy home "will continue to hurt for a while" and thanked the fans f ... read..

CWG 2026: Sachin Siwach marches into men's 60 kg boxing QF, India makes advances in long jump, para-swimming

Glasgow | July 27, 2026 5:59:03 PM IST

Sachin Siwach reached the quarterfinals of the men's 60 kg competition in the ongoing Commonwealth Games 2026 at Glasgow on Monday. ... read..

CWG 2026: Tejas Shirse advances to men's 110 m hurdles final

Glasgow | July 27, 2026 5:28:47 PM IST

Indian athlete Tejas Shirse has qualified for the men's 110 m hurdles final, getting a third-place finish in his heat during the ongoing Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow 2026 on Monday. ... read..

CWG 2026: Massive blow for India's medal hopes as Gurindervir Singh fails to reach men's 100 m semifinals

Glasgow | July 27, 2026 4:29:43 PM IST

Indian sprinter Gurindervir Singh, one of the country's brightest medal prospects in the ongoing Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, was knocked out in the men's 100 m event during the heats, ending his medal dream and producing a crushing blow to India's ... read..

CWG 2026: Sreeshankar qualifies for Long Jump final; Sajan Prakash reaches 200m Butterfly final

Glasgow | July 27, 2026 4:29:41 PM IST

Commonwealth Games silver medallist Murali Sreeshankar and swimmer Sajan Prakash advanced to the finals of their respective events after impressive qualification performances at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games on Monday. ... read..

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta inaugurates 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship 2026 at Thyagraj Stadium

New Delhi | July 27, 2026 3:29:29 PM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday inaugurated the 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship 2026. Welcoming players, officials and delegations from the participating countries, she extended her best wishes for the successful conduct of the tour ... read..

VVS Laxman hails captain Iyer, team's "winners mindset" after T20I series win over Zimbabwe

Harare | July 27, 2026 3:29:25 PM IST

Indian stand-in coach VVS Laxman hailed the T20I skipper Shreyas Iyer for achieving his first-ever T20I series as a captain during the tour to Zimbabwe after a rough start to his stint. He also hailed the team for displaying a "collective effort" and a "w ... read..

ISSF World Cup Hangzhou: Esha Singh strikes gold; Manu Bhaker claims bronze

Hangzhou | July 27, 2026 3:01:28 PM IST

Indian pistol aces Esha Singh and Manu Bhaker delivered a sensational double-podium finish in the Women's 25m Pistol event at the ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun in Hangzhou, China, clinching the gold and bronze medals, respectively, to extend India's ... read..

India Hockey 360 Festival brings global Ice Hockey and Roller Hockey leaders to Chandigarh

Chandigarh (Punjab) | July 27, 2026 3:01:12 PM IST

The inaugural India Hockey 360 Festival will bring global ice hockey and roller hockey leaders to Chandigarh from August 1-2, creating new opportunities for players, coaches and families while supporting the long-term growth of the sport in India. ... read..

"He told me that lifestyle": Sanju Samson speaks on receiving advice from Virat Kohli

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | July 27, 2026 3:00:52 PM IST

Indian wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson opened up on advice he received from batting legend Virat Kohli during a gym session related to fitness, lifestyle and discipline and how he tried to implement it in his life. ... read..

"Had a lot of self-validation, was very sure...": Sanju on battling Archer in T20WC semifinal against England

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | July 27, 2026 3:00:32 PM IST

Indian wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson spoke on the self-belief and confidence he carried ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup semifinal against England, where he had to battle a troubling adversary, pacer Jofra Archer. The wicketkeeper-batter said that despit ... read..

CWG 26: PM Modi applauds Raja Muthupandi's silver as India's weightlifting medal haul wins widespread praise

New Delhi | July 27, 2026 3:00:16 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday hailed Raja Muthupandi's silver-medal performance in the men's 65kg weightlifting event at the Commonwealth Games, calling it another proud achievement for India and wishing the weightlifter continued success. ... read..

"I'm confident, I've trusted my preparation": India's relay runner Rajesh Ramesh excited for CWG debut in Glasgow

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | July 27, 2026 3:00:13 PM IST

One of India's leading quarter-milers, Rajesh Ramesh, is set to debut in the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow as one of the country's most experienced relay runners. Carrying the confidence of several standout performances on the continental and world stage. ... read..

Gujarat shatters its own record as nine athletes earn India call-up for Asian Games 2026

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | July 27, 2026 12:29:47 PM IST

Gujarat has scripted a new chapter in Indian sports, with a record nine athletes and one reserve player earning selection to represent India at the 20th Asian Games, scheduled to be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, from September 19 to October 4. ... read..

CWG 2026: Om Birla hails India's medal heroes after stellar weightlifting show

New Delhi | July 27, 2026 11:59:34 AM IST

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday lauded Indian athletes for their remarkable achievements at the Commonwealth Games in Scotland, celebrating Mirabai Chanu's gold, Rishikanta Singh and Raja Muthupandi's silver medals, and Jhandu Kumar's bronze. ... read..

Bangladesh unveils squad for first Australia Test

Dhaka | July 27, 2026 11:29:01 AM IST

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) announced a 15-member squad for the opening Test of the two-match series against Australia. ... read..

"UPCA speed hunt a major success": Rajeev Shukla hails initiative after 38 pacers make UPT20 auction

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | July 27, 2026 10:58:54 AM IST

BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla praised the UPT20 League for its role in developing young cricketers from Uttar Pradesh and helping them earn opportunities further ahead. ... read..

India begins Commonwealth Games athletics campaign with high jump spotlight on Kushare, Tejaswin

Glasgow | July 27, 2026 10:29:10 AM IST

India's athletics campaign at the 2026 Commonwealth Games gets underway on Monday, with the spotlight firmly on the men's high jump final featuring a strong Indian contingent. ... read..

CM Himanta Biswa Sarma felicitates Assam's 1st woman Everest climber Rupamoni Gorh

Guwahati (Assam) | July 27, 2026 10:29:07 AM IST

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has felicitated Rupamoni Gorh, the first woman from Assam to scale Mount Everest, at a ceremonial function held at Lok Sewa Bhawan in Guwahati. ... read..

"His career has been on expected lines": VVS Laxman lauds Vaibhav Sooryavanshi following stellar Zimbabwe series

Harare | July 27, 2026 9:28:34 AM IST

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi showcased his immense potential with a brilliant 81 off 49 balls in India's 35-run victory over Zimbabwe in Harare on Sunday in the 3rd T20. ... read..

"One area we want Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to improve is his overall fitness": VVS Laxman

Harare | July 27, 2026 8:58:39 AM IST

Stand-in India head coach VVS Laxman believes teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi must continue improving his fitness to unlock his full potential and take his game to the next level. ... read..

"Proud moment for Indian weightlifting": Mansukh Mandaviya lauds Raja Muthupandi's silver in CWG 2026

New Delhi | July 27, 2026 8:29:08 AM IST

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday lauded Raja Muthupandi's silver-medal performance in the Men's 65kg weightlifting event of the ongoing 2026 Commonwealth Games, calling it another proud achievement for India. ... read..

CWG 2026: Mirabai's golden hat-trick headlines India's Day 4 as weightlifters deliver rich medal haul

Glasgow | July 27, 2026 3:59:25 AM IST

Olympic medallist Mirabai Chanu led India's charge on Day 4 of the Commonwealth Games 2026, clinching a historic third successive Commonwealth Games gold medal as the country's weightlifters produced a memorable outing with three medals to lift India furt ... read..

"I dedicate this win to my parents, my coach": Weightlifter Raja Muthupandi after winning silver at CWG 2026

Glasgow | July 27, 2026 3:29:39 AM IST

Indian weightlifter Raja Muthupandi dedicated his Commonwealth Games 2026 silver medal to his parents and coach Vijay Sharma, while admitting he was disappointed at missing out on the gold medal in the men's 65kg event in Glasgow. ... read..

"I made so many sacrifices...": Emotional Mirabai Chanu after historic golden hat-trick at CWG

Glasgow | July 27, 2026 2:59:01 AM IST

Olympic medallist Mirabai Chanu said she was "extremely happy and very emotional" after winning a historic third successive Commonwealth Games gold medal, revealing that years of sacrifices, injuries and mental stress made the achievement even more specia ... read..

"I dedicate my win to Kargil heroes": Jadumani after win over Pakistan boxer at CWG 2026

Glasgow | July 27, 2026 2:58:59 AM IST

Indian boxer Jadumani Singh Mandengbam dedicated his victory over Pakistan's Sumama Rehman to the heroes of the Kargil War after booking his place in the men's 55kg quarterfinals at the Commonwealth Games 2026 with a commanding win on Sunday. ... read..

CWG 2026: Raja Muthupandi wins weightlifting silver as India's medal rush continues in Glasgow

Glasgow | July 27, 2026 2:28:51 AM IST

India's Raja Muthupandi capped a memorable comeback by clinching the silver medal in the men's 65kg weightlifting event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games on Sunday (local time), giving the country its third medal of the day and continuing a strong showing by ... read..

"She's making us proud": Squash player Ravi Dixit backs World Junior Champion Anahat Singh for bigger success

New Delhi | July 27, 2026 2:28:48 AM IST

Indian squash player Ravi Dixit has heaped praise on teenage sensation Anahat Singh following her historic World Junior Squash Championships triumph, saying the 18-year-old has the talent and mindset to achieve even greater success after becoming the firs ... read..

CWG 2026: Jadumani Singh beats Pakistan's Rehman, advances to quarterfinals

Glasgow | July 27, 2026 1:28:41 AM IST

Indian boxer Jadumani Singh Mandengbam advanced to the men's 55kg quarterfinals at the Commonwealth Games 2026 after defeating Pakistan's Sumama Rehman by a dominant 5-0 unanimous decision in the Round of 16 here on Sunday night, according to ESPN. ... read..

"Very proud of his achievement": Weightlifter Rishikanta's family proud despite missing gold at CWG 2026

Imphal (Manipur) | July 26, 2026 11:57:34 PM IST

The family of Commonwealth Games 2026 silver medallist Chanambam Rishikanta Singh expressed pride in the Indian weightlifter's achievement despite narrowly missing out on gold with his personal-best performance in Glasgow. ... read..

President Murmu congratulates Mirabai Chanu, Rishikanta Singh on CWG medals

New Delhi | July 26, 2026 11:57:29 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu congratulated Olympic medallist Mirabai Chanu on winning India's first gold medal at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in the women's 48 kg weightlifting event, praising her grit, determination and excellence. ... read..

"Golden moment of pride for India": Amit Shah hails Mirabai Chanu's hat-trick of gold medals in Commonwealth Game

Glasgow | July 26, 2026 11:27:44 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday congratulated weightlifter Mirabai Chanu after she secured her third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medal after a dominant display in the women's 48kg weightlifting event at Glasgow, handing India its first gol ... read..

Dehradun T20 League set for inaugural edition from September 2

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | July 26, 2026 11:27:42 PM IST

The Dehradun T20 League 2026 will be held from September 2 to September 9 at the Abhimanyu Cricket Academy, Dehradun. The tournament will feature 18 matches, comprising 15 league matches, two semi-finals, and the final. ... read..

"I was confident she would win": Mirabai Chanu's mother after CWG gold

Imphal (Manipur) | July 26, 2026 11:27:41 PM IST

Olympic medallist Mirabai Chanu's mother and uncle expressed immense happiness and pride after the weightlifter won the gold medal in the women's 48kg event at the Commonwealth Games 2026, with her mother saying she was confident of her daughter's victory ... read..

"Special feeling for me": Iyer hails fearless youngsters after maiden series win as India T20I captain

Harare | July 26, 2026 10:59:08 PM IST

India captain Shreyas Iyer credited the team's fearless brand of cricket and the maturity shown by its young players after guiding the side to a 3-0 clean sweep over Zimbabwe, describing his maiden T20I series win as skipper as a "special moment." ... read..

"Pleased with my performance": Mirabai Chanu on her CWG 2026 gold medal win

Glasgow | July 26, 2026 10:59:02 PM IST

Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu expressed delight after she secured her third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medal after a dominant display in the women's 48kg weightlifting event at Glasgow 2026, handing India its first gold medal of the Games. ... read..

"Dream come true moment": Player of the Series Sooryavanshi after starring in India's 3-0 sweep of Zimbabwe

Harare | July 26, 2026 10:59:00 PM IST

Teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi described winning both the Player of the Match and Player of the Series awards as a "dream come true" after powering India to a 3-0 T20I series sweep over Zimbabwe with another explosive innings at the Harare ... read..

"Proud moment for all Indians": PT Usha on Mirabai Chanu's CWG 2026 gold medal win

Glasgow | July 26, 2026 10:28:30 PM IST

Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha hailed Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu after she secured her third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medal after a dominant display in the women's 48kg weightlifting event at Glasgow 2026, handing Ind ... read..

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