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Hyderabad's Pink Power Run returns on September 27 with a ₹75 lakh prize pool and an AIMS-certified half marathon. Organisers expect 20,000 runners to participate in the breast cancer awareness event, which aims to highlight early detection and fitness.
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US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump attended the first IndyCar race in Washington DC, held as part of the country's 250th birthday celebrations. The couple took a ceremonial lap in the presidential limousine, with an Air Force One flyover marking the occasion.
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Indian duo Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand's impressive run at the Badminton World Championships ended with a semifinal loss to China's Liu Sheng Shu and Tan Ning. The pair, who had upset higher-ranked opponents, won the first game before the defending champions rallied. They secure a bronze medal, marking their best performance at the event.
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Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has proposed Visakhapatnam as the hub of a BRICS Youth and Sports Innovation Network, highlighting the city's potential for water sports and sports tourism. He addressed delegates at the BRICS Youth & Sports Ministers' Meeting 2026, emphasising sports as a unifying force and inviting investment in the sector.
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India hold a 1-0 lead in the two-Test series against Sri Lanka as the second Test begins at Colombo's SSC Ground. Both teams are weighing changes, with India seeking a series win and Sri Lanka aiming to bounce back and level the series.
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Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva says the team's focus for the second Test against India is to score runs and take 20 wickets. The hosts, trailing 0-1, will look to level the series at the SSC Ground with debutant Kamil Mishara in the side.
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The 72nd Nehru Trophy Boat Race began at Punnamada Lake in Alappuzha on Saturday with 71 boats competing across categories. Heats for snake boats are underway, and the final will see four boats compete for the trophy, with prize money raised to ₹25 lakh.
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FIFA has handed Argentina multiple sanctions, including a 10-match ban for midfielder Leandro Paredes, following their conduct in the World Cup final loss to Spain. The penalties include fines, suspended home-match capacity limits, and an order to invest in anti-discrimination programs.
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The 72nd Nehru Trophy Boat Race will be held on Punnamada Lake in Alappuzha on August 22, with 71 boats competing across categories, including 22 snake boats. A holiday has been declared for government offices and schools in the district, while competitions begin at 11 a.m. and the Chief Minister inaugurates at 2 p.m.
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Night cricket in Pulwama is drawing thousands of locals, providing a platform for joy and positivity in a district with a history of conflict. The tournament, now in its second edition, has also boosted local businesses and offered youth a chance to showcase talent.
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Tamil Nadu will set up a Talent Research Wing and ten Olympic Centres of Excellence to identify and train young athletes. Cash incentives for Olympic and Paralympic medallists have been significantly increased.
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The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports announced the National Sports Awards 2025, naming 17 sportspersons for the Arjuna Award, including chess player Divya Deshmukh and badminton's Gayatri Gopichand. No Khel Ratna was conferred this year, while I Arumainayagam received the Lifetime Achievement honour and Army Paralympic Node was awarded for sports promotion.
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Spain captain Rodri has arrived in Barcelona to complete a €76.5 million transfer from Manchester City, calling the move 'a dream'. The midfielder will strengthen a Barcelona squad already boosted by new signing Anthony Gordon, as they chase a third straight La Liga title.
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Australia's crushing nine-wicket defeat to Bangladesh in the Darwin Test has sparked calls for a batting overhaul, with Jake Weatherald and Marnus Labuschagne under pressure. Selectors are weighing immediate changes and the inclusion of younger players ahead of the second Test in Mackay.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Independence Day that India is a strong contender to host the 2036 Olympics. He unveiled a nationwide talent hunt for children aged 5-15 and outlined plans to expand India's participation in Olympic events from one-third to three-fourths.
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday felicitated Army personnel for winning 16 medals, including eight gold, at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. He called their performance 'extraordinary' and praised women boxers, while Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth also honoured the contingent.
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Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva says the Galle pitch for the first Test against India may favour batsmen, unlike usual surfaces. He also confirmed Niroshan Dickwella as the wicketkeeper for the injured Kusal Mendis and hinted at a possible debut for off-spinner Keshara Nuwantha.
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Vasanth Bharadwaj, who helped devise TTFI's selection criteria during the CoA regime, said the elected dispensation diluted the framework, reversing senior player weightages. He criticised the federation's inefficient functioning and called for a player-centric approach.
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Former professional footballer Aseem Koraliyadan, 45, died after a truck hit his scooter in Coimbatore late Wednesday night. He was on his way to airport duty, and the truck driver has been arrested.
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PSG retained the UEFA Super Cup with a 2-1 win over Aston Villa, with goals from Kvaratskhelia and Doué. Brian Madjo became the competition's youngest scorer with a first-half equaliser for Villa.
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Rajni Rani, a national-level sportswoman and Railways group D employee, has waited 20 years for a promotion despite winning medals and a CAT order in her favour. The Supreme Court has now scheduled her long-pending appeal for hearing on August 21, after repeated delays.
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Mysuru district cyclists bagged seven medals, including three gold, at the Karnataka State Cycling Championship in Gadag. Vyshakh led the effort with two gold medals across ITT and Mass Start events.
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Kerala's traditional Maramadi bull surfing contest at Anandappally will miss another year, remaining suspended for the 14th consecutive time. Organisers cite unresolved legal procedures, including uncertainty over the President's assent to a state amendment that would protect traditional cattle races.
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P. Sivakumari, a woman constable from Proddatur, won a silver medal in Penchak Silat at the 11th All India Police Games held in Hyderabad. Two other Proddatur police personnel reached the quarter-finals in Taekwondo. District SP Shelke Nachiket Viswanath felicitated all three for their achievements.
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S. Yogesh, a 24-year-old coach in Tiruchi, runs a free football academy for children from economically weaker sections. Despite challenges like lack of lighting and amenities, his initiative has trained 31 students, with four selected for state sports programmes.
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India's Ashmita Chaliha defeated China's Han Qian Xi in the Korea Masters final to claim her maiden BWF World Tour title. The 26-year-old from Assam fought back from a game down to win 14-21, 21-14, 21-14.
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Visakhapatnam's CH. Janardhan Reddy and L. Haripriya won the men's and women's singles titles at the Andhra State 1st Ranking Carrom Tournament–2026 in Nellore. The event also helped select a State team for upcoming national-level competitions.
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Four women from Bhiwani, Haryana, won gold at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The village of Dhanana is preparing grand celebrations for two of them, Sakshi Chaudhary and Priya Ghanghas, reflecting the region's deep boxing culture and pride in its daughters.
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A complaint against Prudhveeshwar Reddy, general secretary of the Telangana Basketball Association, alleges sexual harassment and casteist remarks against a 16-year-old player. A case under POCSO has been registered and police are investigating.
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has sanctioned ₹10 crore for the Chennai Open International Women’s Tennis Championship 2026, a WTA 250 event. The tournament, to be hosted by SDAT and TNTA, will take place in November and is expected to draw top international players.
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The second edition of the Nandi Hills Monsoon Marathon will take place on August 8-9, with traffic restrictions from Karahalli Cross to Nandi Hills. Registrations are open for participants above 18, and the event promotes zero-waste practices with reusable bottles.
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The 39th National Under-11 Open and Girls FIDE-rated Chess Championship began in Mangaluru with 600 players, including under-12 world champion Divi Bijesh. The week-long tournament features 11 rounds of classical chess, with top young talents competing for national honours.
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay announced cash awards of ₹30 lakh for silver-medalist Praveen Chithravel and ₹20 lakh for bronze-medalist Selva Prabhu for their podium finishes in the men's triple jump at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Governor Arlekar noted this was India's first double podium finish in the ongoing games, praising the athletes for inspiring young sportspersons.
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The 39th National Under-11 Open and Girls FIDE-rated Chess Championship 2026 will begin in Mangaluru on Sunday, with 641 young players from across India competing. The week-long event at Urwa Indoor Stadium aims to nurture emerging chess talent and strengthen Karnataka's position as a host for national sporting events.
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Raja Muthupandi's silver at the 2026 Commonwealth Games is a story of perseverance and family sacrifice. Despite financial hardship and lack of sponsorship, he achieved glory, with his brother giving up the sport to support him. He now aims for the 2028 Olympics.
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Indian boxers Preeti Pawar and Jaismine Lamboria won gold medals at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in the women’s 54kg and 57kg categories respectively. Both secured unanimous 5-0 victories in their finals, adding to India’s medal tally.
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Uefa has declared it has lost confidence in Fifa's leadership under Gianni Infantino, following the withdrawal of a controversial plan to sell stakes in competitions to private investors. Uefa called the decision a victory for football, but accused Infantino of breaking promises on transparency and accountability.
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino has abandoned his controversial plan to sell a stake in World Cup profits to private equity after fierce opposition from football federations worldwide. The reversal follows UEFA's threat to boycott FIFA competitions and the resignation of senior adviser Carlos Cordeiro.
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Tejaswin Shankar secured a historic bronze in the men's decathlon at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, overcoming a knee injury to finish with 7,976 points. He became the first Indian to win a medal in the event, finishing behind Damian Warner and Lindon Victor.
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Neeraj Chopra threw 80.97m in the first round of the CWG 2026 javelin final, placing second. Rohit Yadav is third, while Yash Vir Singh fouled his first attempt. The Indian trio faces strong competition from Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem and others.
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Asmita Dey became the first Indian judoka to win a Commonwealth Games gold, triumphing in the women's 48kg final in Glasgow. Her victory came months after her father's death, capping a journey marked by family struggle and dedicated coaching.
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Jamshedpur FC has announced its withdrawal from the Indian Super League from the 2026-27 season, leaving players stunned. The Tata-owned club cited financial constraints, while captain Pronay Halder expressed devastation and uncertainty over the future.
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Arundhati Choudhary defeated defending champion Rosie Eccles in a closely contested 70kg semi-final to reach her first Commonwealth Games final. Preeti Pawar and Jaismine Lamboria also advanced with comfortable wins in their respective categories.
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India's three teams made history at the Esports World Cup 2026 Free Fire event, with Team Apex reaching the Grand Finals. The campaign ended with mixed results, and attention now shifts to upcoming Chess and BGMI competitions.
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Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey has said the decision to change the national team's jersey colour to saffron was made without his knowledge or the Executive Board's approval. Secretary Bhola Nath Singh insists all officials were aware, as the controversy continues ahead of the World Cup.
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Tejaswin Shankar stays second in the decathlon standings after the 110m hurdles on Day 9 of the Commonwealth Games 2026, while Neeraj Chopra prepares for the javelin final. India's medal tally stands at 13, with boxing and relay events adding to the day's action.
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Seema Kaliramna, a PhD scholar and mother, won bronze in discus throw at the 2026 Commonwealth Games with a throw of 58.65m. Her achievement highlights her balancing of academics, family, and elite sport.
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Weightlifter Lovepreet Singh won silver in the men's 110+kg final at the Commonwealth Games, lifting a total of 388kg to finish just 1kg behind New Zealand's David Andrew Liti. The medal added to India's tally, making it the ninth medal in weightlifting and para-weightlifting events.
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Dilip Gavit won gold in the men's 100m T47 at the Commonwealth Games, repaying the faith of coach Vaijnath Kale, who adopted him at age 11. The victory marked India's first para athletics track gold at the CWG.
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Neeraj Chopra led three Indian javelin throwers into the Commonwealth Games final on Thursday, qualifying with a throw of 79.61 metres despite difficult windy conditions. Rohit Yadav and Yash Vir Singh also secured spots in the 12-man final.
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