The Iran national women's kabaddi team conducted a six-day practice camp at the Sports Authority of India's Sonepat centre, engaging in matches against the Indian team and local sides.
Punjab Police have arrested a shooter allegedly involved in the murder of kabaddi promoter Kanwar Digvijay Singh, also known as Rana Balachauria, from Agartala, Tripura.
The Sports Ministry has approved a 492-member Indian contingent, comprising 265 male and 227 female athletes, for the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Athletics forms the largest group with 73 participants, including star athletes like Neeraj Chopra and Jyothi Yarraji. Other prominent sports like shooting, weightlifting, badminton, boxing, and wrestling also feature strong teams, with some adjustments made due to doping violations.
Seventeen Indian sportspersons, including World Cup winning chess player Divya Deshmukh, decathlete Tejaswin Shankar, and shuttler Gayatri Gopichand, have been named for the prestigious Arjuna Award for 2025.
Leading kabaddi players from India's men's and women's teams are participating in a high-performance strength and conditioning camp to prepare for the Asian Games in Japan.
Bollywood actor John Abraham and cricket legend Jonty Rhodes unveiled the Rotterdam Dockers' team jersey for the inaugural European T20 Premier League, a new tournament featuring six city-based franchises across Europe.
Indian Railways emerged victorious in the 72nd Senior Men's National Kabaddi Championship, defeating Maharashtra in the final match.
Tamil Nadu, Chandigarh, Services, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Himachal Pradesh, Indian Railways and Bihar have qualified for the quarter-finals of the 72nd Senior men's National Kabaddi Championship.
The second All-India Police Kabaddi Cluster 2025-26 has commenced in Jammu, featuring 1,648 players from across the country competing in Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Fencing, and Gymnastics.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a nostalgic moment with former Australia captain Steve Waugh during a visit to the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Friday, presenting him with a photograph from their first meeting more than two decades ago when Modi was the Chief Minister of Gujarat.
Sadhguru's Isha Gramotsavam, a rural sports festival, is expanding its 18th edition into North India, covering 10 states and one Union Territory. This year's event will engage over 80,000 players from 40,000 villages in men's volleyball and women's throwball, offering a prize pool exceeding Rs 1 crore, with the aim of social transformation through sport.
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurated new sports infrastructure facilities at SAI NCoE Gandhinagar, reinforcing the government's commitment to building world-class sporting ecosystems. The new facilities aim to strengthen athlete preparation through integrated support in training, recovery, nutrition, sports science, and mental wellbeing.
A kabaddi player was shot dead at a tournament in Mohali, Punjab, leading to criticism of the state government's law and order situation.
Under the partnership, the Haryana Steelers' performance staff will conduct four masterclasses annually for academy athletes and coaches, focusing on technical, tactical, and physical development.
The Indian women's kabaddi team put on a strong show to win their second women's Kabaddi World Cup in Dhaka, beating Chinese Taipei 35-28 in the final.
Meerut police have solved the case of a missing 17-year-old girl, arresting a 42-year-old man who allegedly murdered her over a monetary dispute and disposed of her body in a drain.
Punjab Police have arrested a shooter allegedly involved in the murder of kabaddi promoter Kanwar Digvijay Singh, also known as Rana Balachauria, from Agartala, Tripura. The arrest was made in a joint operation with central agencies and Tripura Police.
Harpinder alias Middu, a resident of Naushehra Pannuan in Punjab's Tarn Taran district, was injured in an exchange of fire in Lalru and later succumbed to injuries in hospital, the police said.
Major Dhyan Chand Sports University in Meerut has opened online registrations for its 2026-27 academic session, offering new undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma programmes in sports, including direct admission for elite athletes and a 10% reservation for outstanding sportspersons.
Kolkata Knight Riders, owned by the Shah Rukh Khan family and Mehta Group, emerged as the most valuable franchise.
A 31-member Indian team will participate in the 6th Asian Beach Games in Sanya, China, competing in disciplines like 3x3 basketball, beach kabaddi, sailing, and beach wrestling.
A suspect in the murder of a 30-year-old kabaddi player in Mohali was shot dead by police in an encounter. The suspect, Harpinder alias Middu, was involved in multiple crimes and had a serious criminal background.
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'PKL gave me everything'
Abhishek Bachchan expresses his desire to see MS Dhoni play in the European T20 Premier League, highlighting the league's commitment to quality cricket and nurturing local talent.
Authorities in Ghaziabad intensified verification drives and sealed three unrecognised madrassas in the Khoda area following the murder of a 17-year-old boy. The incident has led to heightened security measures and political reactions.
Former India international Randhir Singh Sehrawat has been appointed as the head coach of Gujarat Giants ahead of the upcoming season of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL).
Three people were electrocuted to death and as many others suffered burns when a tent for spectators came in contact with a high-tension power line during a kabaddi match in Chhattisgarh's Kondagaon district.
India is considering including indigenous sports like Kabaddi and Mallakhamb in the 2030 Commonwealth Games, alongside confirmed sports like hockey and cricket.
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar visited Chhattisgarh's Dantewada district to support the 'Maidan Cup' initiative, aimed at transforming the Maoist-affected region into a sports hub. The initiative has developed around 50 school playgrounds and benefits over 5,000 children, promoting sports like kabaddi, kho-kho, athletics, and volleyball.
Telugu Titans held their composure in the final quarter to overcome the Gujarat Giants 30-25 in the Pro Kabaddi League, in Delhi on Sunday.
With less than a month to go, football fans have all fingers -- and toes -- crossed, notes Kanika Datta.
Sony Pictures Networks India has secured the exclusive broadcast rights for the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026, scheduled to be held in Japan from September 19-October 4.
Brijesh's brother Sandeep demanded that one of the family members be provided with a job as Brijesh was the sole breadwinner.
The inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games are set to begin in Chhattisgarh, featuring around 3,800 athletes competing in nine sports. The event aims to boost the state's sports infrastructure and provide exposure to national-level competition.
The IKF said that the Indian team that had gone for the Kabaddi World Cup in the United Kingdom was not sent by the AKFI, the national body of the sport.
Beach kabaddi is considered more challenging than the mat-based kabaddi, primarily due to the elements.
A recent study reveals significant growth in women's cricket participation across India, highlighting increased interest, career aspirations, and the sport's rising popularity.
The inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games are set to begin in Chhattisgarh, featuring nearly 1300 athletes from across India competing in nine disciplines. The event aims to provide a platform for tribal athletes to showcase their talent and promote sports at the grassroots level.
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar participated in an event in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada district as part of a grassroots sports initiative aimed at transforming the once Maoist hotbed into a thriving sports hub and opening new avenues for the youth.
