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Barath Manoharan Claims Victory

India recently witnessed a remarkable sporting event at the Surge Stable in Bangalore with the inaugural FEI Concours Saut International 2* (CSI 2*) Two-Phase competition. The competition brought together some of the country’s top equestrian talents in a thrilling contest of skill, precision, and speed. Barath Manoharan emerged victorious on the third day of the…

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Sakshi Malik, Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia, and the Wrestlers’ Protest

The world of sports, while often a celebration of human achievement, discipline, and resilience, can sometimes be overshadowed by controversies, politics, and deep personal conflicts. One such instance arose within the Indian wrestling community in recent years, following a protest that shook the foundations of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI). Led by prominent athletes…

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AIVOT Golf & Sports Management Launches India’s First PGA

AIVOT Golf & Sports Management Pvt Ltd, the exclusive golf facility and development partner of the PGA of America in India, has announced an exciting development in Indian sports. The company, in collaboration with Shapoorji Pallonji Real Estate, Stonecraft Group, and Tvastar Golf, will launch India’s first set of PGA of America-branded golf courses. These…

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Disney-Reliance Merger: Live Sports Streaming to Stay on Hotstar

All live sporting events under the newly merged Disney-Reliance business in India, including the highly popular Indian Premier League (IPL) cricket, will continue to be available exclusively on Disney’s Hotstar app. This decision marks the first significant step in the integration of the two companies and signals that Reliance, which holds a majority stake in…

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IOA President PT Usha Warns Against Sports Bill Draft

The president of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), PT Usha, has raised concerns regarding the proposed Sports Bill. She cautioned that the draft, in its current form, could lead to sanctions from the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Usha’s warning comes in light of potential conflicts between the bill’s provisions and international sports governance norms. Meeting…

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Deliberations on Draft National Sports Governance Bill 2024

A significant consultation meeting was recently chaired by Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya to discuss the Draft National Sports Governance Bill 2024. The meeting, held on Thursday, brought together various stakeholders including Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President P.T. Usha, representatives from National Sports Federations (NSFs), and National Sports Promotion Organisations (NSPOs). The discussions focused on governance…

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