India’s Sports Minister, Mansukh Mandaviya, recently addressed concerns surrounding the proposed Sports Regulatory Board, a central component of the draft National Sports Governance Bill. Speaking to the media, Mandaviya reassured stakeholders that the board aims to ensure good governance in Indian sports while maintaining the autonomy of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) and national sports…
The International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) recently held a pivotal meeting that brought together its administration team and newly selected sports committee chairpersons. The focus was on fostering collaboration, planning for the future, and advancing IBSA’s mission of promoting sports for athletes with visual impairments. This meeting marked a significant step toward aligning the organization’s…
The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), East Central Railway (ECR), has announced the RRC ECR Sports Quota Recruitment 2024, a golden opportunity for sports enthusiasts seeking government jobs. This recruitment drive, under Centralized Employment Notice No. ECR/HRD/Rectt./Sports Quota (Open Advt.)/2024-25, offers 56 vacancies across multiple sports and pay levels. Interested candidates can apply offline until December…
Saudi Arabia has steadily expanded its influence across global sports, building a portfolio that now includes golf, tennis, and potentially cricket. From lavishly funded tournaments to unprecedented player contracts, Saudi’s approach reflects a strategic effort to rebrand its global image and divert attention from its controversial human rights record. This effort, often labeled as “sportswashing,”…
Kerala Sports Minister V Abdurahiman announced a momentous event set to take place next year. Lionel Messi, the footballing legend and captain of the Argentina national team, will lead his squad to Kerala for an international match. This announcement has sparked widespread excitement across the state and beyond. The visit is expected to be a…
Golf enthusiasts are closely watching the Hero Women’s Pro Golf Tour (WPGT) as the 14th Leg unfolds in Vikarabad. With exceptional performances and intense competition, the tournament is shaping up to be a milestone event for Indian women’s golf. Hitaashee Bakshi, the current leader on the Hero WPGT Order of Merit, is on the brink…
The highly anticipated boxing match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson ended in disappointment. Fans who eagerly awaited the clash of the YouTuber-turned-boxer and the legendary heavyweight left the arena dissatisfied. The fight, which marked Tyson’s first sanctioned professional bout in nearly two decades, struggled to live up to its hype. The Build-Up: Promises of…
Indian boxing sensation Neeraj Goyat delivered a stellar performance against Brazilian fighter Whindersson Nunes in their much-anticipated super-middleweight bout. The fight, staged as part of the undercard for the Netflix-televised Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson event, captivated audiences worldwide. Held at the iconic AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, the clash underscored Goyat’s boxing prowess and…
Former Indian cricket star Harbhajan Singh has been appointed as a brand ambassador by the Dubai Sports Council (DSC) to promote sports in Dubai. This prestigious role reflects Dubai’s commitment to building a vibrant sporting culture and infrastructure. The announcement was made in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al…
India’s sports ecosystem stands on the brink of unprecedented growth, aiming to reach $130 billion by 2030. This projection, presented in the “Think Sports: Unlocking India’s $130B Sports Potential” report by Google and Deloitte, marks a transformative moment for the nation’s sports sector. Driven by a 14% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) — nearly twice…