Indian boxers are set to compete at the Asian Championships in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, aiming for medals and direct qualification for major multi-sport events later in the year.
Olympic gold medallist Lin Yu-ting has been cleared to compete in the female category at World Boxing events following an appeal from Taiwan's federation, the sport's governing body said on Friday.
Indian boxers are set to compete at the Asian Championships in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, aiming for medals and direct qualification for major multi-sport events later in the year, including the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games.
India's top male and female boxers have arrived in Mongolia for a training camp to prepare for the upcoming Asian Boxing Championships.
Head coach Santiago Nieva is focusing on technical discipline and a tighter defensive guard for the Indian women's boxing team at the Asian Championships in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
Five Indian boxers have secured podium finishes at the World Boxing Futures Cup in Bangkok, with Gunjan, Joyshree Devi, Ambekar Meetei, Chandrika Pujari, and Radhamani Longjam all advancing to the semi-finals.
Five Indian youth boxers secured victories on the third day of the World Boxing Futures Cup in Bangkok, showcasing their talent and dominance in the international arena.
India's U-19 boxing team secured one gold, three silver, and one bronze medal at the World Boxing Futures Cup in Bangkok.
Priyansh Sehrawat, L Ambekar, and Sahil Duhan secured dominant victories for India at the World Boxing Futures Cup in Bangkok, while Aman Siwach faced a setback.
India's Priya secured a decisive victory, while Jadumani Singh faced a narrow defeat at the Asian Boxing Championships.
The change at the helm comes in the wake of an underwhelming couple of years for Indian men's boxing.
A gym owner in Dwarka, India, was targeted in an extortion attempt by Hari Chant Jatt alias Harry Boxer, an associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, who demanded Rs 2 crore. The gym was later attacked with gunfire.
A gym owner in Dwarka, India, was targeted in an extortion attempt by Hari Chant Jatt alias Harry Boxer, an associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, who demanded Rs 2 crore. The gym was attacked with gunfire, and police are investigating the incident.
Indian boxing legend Mary Kom is considering a move to professional boxing after age restrictions ended her amateur career. She remains committed to grassroots development and praises government initiatives to promote sports and fitness.
The Indian Youth boxing team experienced a day of contrasting fortunes at the World Boxing Futures Cup, with Radhamani Longjam and Sahil Duhan winning their respective bouts, while Udham Singh was eliminated.
Preeti Pawar and Deepak secured victories in their respective categories to kick off India's campaign at the Asian Boxing Championships on a positive note.
Police in Indore, India, are investigating an extortion attempt against a real estate businessman who was threatened by someone claiming to be a member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.
President Murmu honours Indian women boxers after medal haul in Liverpool
Indian boxers Chandrika, Gunjan, Joyshree Devi, and Ambekar Meetei have advanced to the finals of the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026 in Bangkok after winning their semifinal matches. Radhamani Longjam secured a bronze medal.
The Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) Core group has been updated with the inclusion of rising stars like Samrat Rana and Gulveer Singh, while some established athletes have been dropped due to performance issues.
Indian youth boxers Gunjan, Radhamani Longjam, and Chandrika Pujari secured victories at the World Boxing Futures Cup in Bangkok, while Priyansh Sehrawat and Prachi faced defeats.
The Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) Core group has been updated, with rising stars like Samrat Rana and Gulveer Singh joining, while underperforming athletes such as H.S. Prannoy and Deepak Punia have been dropped.
The Indian youth boxing team has made a promising start at the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026 in Bangkok, with several boxers securing victories in their opening matches.
Iran has placed anti-personnel and anti-armour mines around the island, where US troops could potentially stage an amphibious landing.
He joins ahead of a demanding 2026 season packed with major events, including the Asian Games and Commonwealth Games. One of the first things on his agenda will be "tackling" the selection policy.
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A trader in Khargone, Madhya Pradesh, was targeted in a firing incident at his house, followed by a Rs 10 crore extortion demand. A social media post claimed links to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, prompting a police investigation.
Only biological females, determined by gene screening, will be allowed at Olympic Games female events, says IOC.
Police have arrested the main accused in the recent shooting targeting a lawyer associated with jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. The arrest follows an attack near the ISBT in the Kashmere Gate area of north Delhi.
All that boxer Amit Panghal wanted after winning his first and only Asian Games gold in September 2018 was a meeting with Dharmendra.
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The Indian youth boxing team has departed for the World Boxing Futures Cup in Bangkok, Thailand, a key event for Youth Olympic Games qualification and preparation.
Indian boxers, including Nitu Ghanghas and Preeti Pawar, have secured 19 medals at the Boxam Elite International tournament in La Nucia, Spain, with strong performances from both the men's and women's teams.
An associate of foreign-based gangster Rohit Godara has been arrested for allegedly firing at a car carrying lawyer Deepak Khatri, who is associated with jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. The arrest occurred after the accused was deported from Thailand.
The audio clip circulated on various social media platforms following which Mumbai Police launched a probe, an official said, adding that it is suspected that similar threats were issued to many others across the country.
Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh and filmmaker Rohit Shetty have reportedly received threats via an audio clip, allegedly from a member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Mumbai Police have launched an investigation into the threats, which follow a previous threat to Singh and a shooting incident at Shetty's residence.
Punjab Police have dismantled a heroin trafficking network, arresting six individuals including an Army man and a dismissed police personnel. The operation uncovered links to Pakistan-based smugglers using drones to deliver heroin.
Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain and two-time world champion Nikhat Zareen will lead the Indian contingent at the Asian Boxing Championships in Mongolia.
Taking Kharg would give the US control over virtually all of Iran's oil exports and thus provide significant leverage, notes Prem Panicker in his must read daily blog on the Gulf War. It would also put American troops within range of Iran's remaining missiles, drones, and artillery on a piece of real estate that is just eight square miles in size, and just 15 miles from the Iranian mainland.
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