The visas were granted to the five Iranian players after US President Donald Trump spoke to Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese following reports that the players had requested asylum.
Jasmine Shekar leads the Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour after a strong third round, while Ridhima Dilawari remains in contention.
India will host the World Indoor Athletics Championships for the first time in 2028 in Bhubaneswar. The decision was made at the World Athletics Council meeting in Torun, Poland.
India's U20 Women's team, led by Shubhangi Singh, is prepared for the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup after a month-long training camp in Europe. The team is focused on the group stage challenges against Japan, Australia, and Chinese Taipei.
Vinay Kumar Yadav of Delhi emerged victorious at the PGTI NexGen tournament in Gurugram, securing his maiden title after a thrilling playoff against Arjunveer Shishir of Chandigarh.
India has been awarded the rights to host the World Indoor Athletics Championships in Bhubaneswar in 2028, marking a significant moment for Indian athletics.
Shashi Tharoor recounts Gautam Gambhir's praise for Sanju Samson, highlighting his unique talent and recent success in the T20 World Cup.
The West Indies and Zimbabwe cricket teams have delayed their return from India after being eliminated from the Twenty20 World Cup due to international airspace closures amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Indian men's hockey coach Craig Fulton has outlined his strategy for the upcoming World Cup, promising a tailored plan for each opponent and expressing confidence in the team's ability to peak at the right time.
Games open in Verona with calls for unity amid wars and athlete absences
Lionel Messi scored his 900th career goal, but Inter Miami CF were knocked out of the CONCACAF Champions Cup by Nashville SC.
Members of Iran women's football team returned home after five players withdrew asylum claims in Australia, ending a tense journey amid safety concerns.
The ocean-blue Grandstand court was rendered unplayable due to the relentless downpour rendering all first-round matches unplayable at Miami Open on Wednesday.
Lots to look forward to in Indian sports as packed 2026 calender awaits
Following their historic World Cup win, the Indian women's cricket team has been nominated for the prestigious Laureus World Team of the Year Award, a first for any women's cricket team.
Suryakumar Yadav discusses his successful partnership with head coach Gautam Gambhir, highlighting their shared understanding and mutual respect, which has led to significant success for the Indian T20 team.
World No. 4 Coco Gauff expresses concern over civilian casualties amid the Iran conflict, as the crisis disrupts tennis events in the Middle East and strands players in Dubai.
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma announced the creation of over 1.25 lakh government jobs and ongoing recruitment for over 1.33 lakh posts, alongside initiatives to curb paper leaks and promote youth entrepreneurship.
Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain and two-time world champion Nikhat Zareen will lead the Indian contingent at the Asian Boxing Championships in Mongolia.
The Indian men's and women's hockey teams' schedules for the FIH World Cup in Amstelveen, Netherlands and Belgium have been announced, with the men's team opening against Wales and the women's team against China.
Kidambi Srikanth faced a first-round defeat at the Orleans Masters Super Badminton tournament, while Anmol Kharb and Tanvi Sharma advanced to the round of 16 in the women's singles event.
The Tamil Nadu Golf Federation (TNGF) concluded Round 4 of the Tablets India TNGF Premier League (TPL) 2026, with Fairway Assassins leading the pack and securing a spot in the title round.
Khushi Khanijau carded a 3-under 68 to lead the Hero Women's Pro Golf Tour at the Jaypee Wishtown Golf Course, followed by Shweta Mansingh and amateur Guntas K Sandhu.
India's Om Semwal defeated Mexico's Sebastian Salazar in a five-set thriller at the JSW Indian Open squash tournament. Other results included wins for players from Egypt, Switzerland, and Hong Kong, and a loss for India's Suraj Kumar Chand.
Joya, a 14-year-old striker, scored a dramatic late goal to secure a 3-2 victory for the India U-17 Women's team against Myanmar in a friendly match, as part of their preparations for the upcoming AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup.
India is sending its first national delegation of youth artists to the Youth Delphic Games of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Member Nations in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
Diksha Dagar will lead a strong five-member Indian contingent at this week's Australian WPGA Championship. Hannah Green, fresh off a major win, is also competing.
India's men's and women's badminton teams face a challenging draw alongside defending champions China in the 2026 Thomas and Uber Cup, to be held in Horsens, Denmark.
The Indian men's and women's badminton teams face challenging draws in the upcoming Thomas and Uber Cups, with both teams grouped alongside defending champions China.
Pep Guardiola remains optimistic about Manchester City's future despite their Champions League elimination by Real Madrid, highlighting the team's spirit and the importance of experience for new players.
India's women's hockey team is preparing for the World Cup and Asian Games with a mix of overseas tours, competitive exposure, and national camps, according to chief coach Sjoerd Marijne.
Durgeshwar Singh of India won the silver medal in the 90 kg category at the 6th Acropolis International Wushu Championship held in Athens, Greece.
Indian Grandmaster Koneru Humpy is uncertain about competing in the Candidates Tournament in Cyprus due to safety concerns amid the West Asia conflict, despite assurances from FIDE.
Venezuela defeated the United States 3-2 to win its first World Baseball Classic title, showcasing team unity and national pride.
Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr scored twice as the Spanish side eased into the Champions League quarterfinals on Tuesday, beating 10-man Manchester City 2-1.
Harbhajan Singh criticises Kirti Azad for questioning Team India's temple visit with T20 World Cup trophy
Serena Williams' former coach Rick Macci believes the tennis star is preparing for a comeback to competitive tennis, despite her previous statements about 'evolving away' from the sport.
Indian badminton players Hariharan Amsakarunan and M R Arjun advanced in men's doubles, while Aakarshi Kashyap qualified for the women's singles main draw at the Orleans Masters Super 300 tournament.
Rajasthan United FC defeated Real Kashmir FC 1-0 in an Indian Football League match, with Amadou Soukouna scoring the decisive goal. Real Kashmir were reduced to nine men, impacting their performance.
Mumbai's Inaara Mehta Luthria, a 15-year-old rider, has achieved top national and international rankings in dressage, including the No. 1 spot in FEI Zone 9 and a sixth-place world ranking in the FEI World Dressage Challenge.
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