The New York Times Strands Puzzle #312, dated January 9, 2025, is a challenging yet delightful word game that tests vocabulary, creativity, and lateral thinking. The theme for today, “Off the Hook,” revolves around underwater critters—specifically fish in the Tuna family. With six hidden words to uncover, including a Spangram and five themed words, players…
Pickleball, a sport that seamlessly blends elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, has rapidly gained global popularity. Known for its ease of play, social appeal, and accessibility to all age groups, pickleball is more than just a recreational activity; it is a global phenomenon. The sport is set to experience exponential growth, with the…
The year 2025 promises to be an exciting one for sports enthusiasts, with a packed calendar featuring a variety of tournaments across disciplines. From cricket to football, motorsports to tennis, the schedule ensures something for everyone. Here’s a detailed look at the major sporting events of 2025, month by month. January: Kicking Off with Hockey,…
The Manohar Parrikar Stadium in Margao has become the heartbeat of international sports as it hosts the 4th Asian Roll Ball Championship. This event, which kicked off yesterday with a grand inauguration, marks a major milestone for Roll Ball, a sport gaining immense popularity worldwide. The championship features elite players from 12 nations, each vying…
The Sports Ministry is all set to launch a unique initiative called ‘Fit India Cycling Tuesdays’ on December 17, with a grand flag-off by Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi. This program aims to encourage fitness, environmental consciousness, and community engagement through the simple yet impactful activity…
India’s ambition to establish itself as a global sporting powerhouse is gaining momentum with the Sports Ministry’s plan to introduce a dozen National Sports Leagues (NSLs). This initiative, aligned with the Khelo India Programme, aims to harness the country’s vast talent pool, promote underrepresented sports, and strengthen its bid to host the 2036 Olympics. The…
India’s sports industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation, with its market size projected to grow from $27 billion in 2020 to $100 billion by 2027, as per the Ficci-Nangia Nxt Knowledge Report titled “Future of Sports in India.” This dynamic growth highlights the country’s evolving sports ecosystem, shaped by increasing commercialisation, technological advancements, and a…
Rajasthan Royals (RR) entered the IPL 2025 auction with a clear strategy: to blend seasoned campaigners with promising young talent. Over two days of intense bidding, the Royals acquired 14 players, bolstering their squad with exciting additions like Jofra Archer and 13-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi. Archer, who previously represented RR, was brought back for ₹12.50…
Sports have always been a domain where data plays a crucial role in enhancing performance, preventing injuries, and ensuring overall wellness. Traditionally, analytics in sports revolved around team strategies, player statistics, and game dynamics. However, the advent of wearable technology has brought a paradigm shift, allowing athletes to delve deeper into their personal health and…
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…