The Draft National Sports Governance Bill, 2024, proposes major changes in how sports are governed in India. If it becomes law, athletes and officials will face new rules when dealing with disputes. Instead of approaching the country’s courts directly, they must first take their cases to an Appellate Sports Tribunal. This tribunal is inspired by…
The 2024 NCAA Fall Championships season brings together top collegiate athletes across divisions and sports for exciting matchups. This season, championships will be held in various sports like soccer, volleyball, tennis, cross country, field hockey, and football. The events span across the United States, with venues ranging from Texas to California and Wisconsin to North…
The iconic words from Rudyard Kipling’s poem, “If,” greet competitors as they step onto the hallowed grounds of Wimbledon’s Centre Court. The passage reads, “If you can meet with Triumph and Disaster and treat those two imposters both the same.” For Rafael Nadal, this phrase epitomizes his approach to the game. It reflects his mental…
Ratan Tata’s demise has left a void that is hard to fill. The chairman emeritus of Tata Group and an iconic industrialist passed away at the age of 86. He was at a private hospital in Mumbai when he breathed his last. His passing has sent shockwaves through the business world, but it wasn’t just…
M. Raja, a weightlifter representing the Railways Sports Promotion Board (RSPB), delivered a stellar performance at the National Weightlifting Championships on Wednesday. Competing in the men’s 61kg category, Raja shattered his own national records twice in the clean and jerk event. He also broke the total lift record twice, setting new benchmarks and showcasing his…
Indian gymnastics bid farewell to one of its most celebrated athletes, Dipa Karmakar, who announced her retirement from the sport through a heartfelt message on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter). The 31-year-old gymnast, who narrowly missed a bronze medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics by just 0.15 points, brought the sport of…
In a landmark decision, the Karnataka High Court directed the state government to pay Rs 10 lakh in compensation to MBBS student and chess champion, Sanjana Raghunath. This decision came after Raghunath, who has represented India in several prestigious national and international chess tournaments, was wrongly denied a seat under the appropriate sports quota during…
The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has announced that six sports will be featured in the French Alps 2030 Paralympic Winter Games. This decision came after a thorough review of applications submitted by various International Federations (IFs), aiming to ensure a balanced and exciting lineup for the event. The IPC Governing Board gave the green light…
The Rs. 2,00,000 AITA ranking tennis tournament at the CLTA Complex saw an intense round of quarterfinals on Wednesday. Both the men’s and women’s events showcased some thrilling matches, with players battling it out for a spot in the semifinals. Women’s Quarterfinals: Mahika Khanna Overcomes Sara Yadav In a dramatic quarterfinal clash, qualifier Mahika Khanna…
The South East Central Railway (SECR) is offering a golden opportunity for Indian sports persons to secure government jobs under the sports quota for the year 2024-25. With 46 vacancies available for Group C and D positions, this recruitment is a significant opportunity for athletes across a variety of sports disciplines. If you’re a qualified…