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TN CM Vijay announces ₹30 lakh, ₹20 lakh cash awards for CWG medalists

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.

01 Aug 2026, 04:04 PM

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Mangaluru to host National Under-11 Chess Championship with 641 young players

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.

01 Aug 2026, 01:00 PM

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From Kovilpatti to Commonwealth silver: Raja Muthupandi's triumph against odds

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.

01 Aug 2026, 12:22 PM

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Preeti Pawar and Jaismine Lamboria Strike Gold for India at CWG 2026 Boxing Finals

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.

01 Aug 2026, 10:44 AM

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Uefa says Infantino's Fifa has broken trust over scrapped investment plan

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.

01 Aug 2026, 09:51 AM

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FIFA drops $20 billion World Cup private equity plan after worldwide backlash

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.

01 Aug 2026, 12:57 AM

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Tejaswin Shankar wins historic decathlon bronze at Commonwealth Games 2026

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.

31 Jul 2026, 08:12 PM

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CWG 2026: Neeraj Chopra Second After Opening Throw; Three Indians in Medal Hunt

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.

31 Jul 2026, 07:02 PM

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Asmita Dey wins India's first CWG judo gold months after father's death

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.

31 Jul 2026, 06:23 PM

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Shock Exit: Tata-Owned Jamshedpur FC Quits ISL, Players Left Devastated

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.

31 Jul 2026, 04:59 PM

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Commonwealth Games: Arundhati Choudhary beats Rosie Eccles to reach 70kg final

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.

31 Jul 2026, 05:14 PM

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India's Esports World Cup 2026: Historic Free Fire Run Ends; Chess, BGMI Ahead

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.

31 Jul 2026, 01:26 PM

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Hockey India President Tirkey says saffron jersey decision bypassed him

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.

31 Jul 2026, 11:55 AM

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CWG 2026 Day 9: Tejaswin in medal hunt, Neeraj gears up for javelin final as India eye more podiums

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.

31 Jul 2026, 08:53 AM

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PhD and Mother Seema Kaliramna Throws Bronze at Commonwealth Games 2026

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.

30 Jul 2026, 09:09 PM

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Lovepreet Singh's heroic lift earns silver, misses gold by 1kg at Commonwealth Games

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.

30 Jul 2026, 07:26 PM

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How a coach's adoption led to CWG gold for Dilip Gavit

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.

30 Jul 2026, 03:55 PM

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Neeraj Chopra, Two Other Indians Advance to Javelin Final Despite Windy Conditions

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.

30 Jul 2026, 02:08 PM

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Indian hockey teams to wear saffron jerseys at World Cup, Hockey India cites technical need

Indian hockey teams will wear saffron jerseys at the upcoming FIH World Cup, replacing the traditional blue. Hockey India cites technical reasons (blue blending with the pitch) and national symbolism, while former captain Viren Rasquinha criticises the change, calling it an embarrassment to the team's identity.

30 Jul 2026, 09:05 AM

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Ajinkya Rahane announces retirement from international cricket at 38

Ajinkya Rahane, the veteran Indian cricketer, announced his retirement from all formats of international cricket at the age of 38. He played 85 Tests, 90 ODIs, and 20 T20Is for India, with notable achievements including leading India to a historic Test series win in Australia. Rahane will continue to play domestic cricket.

30 Jul 2026, 04:59 AM

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Sreeshankar leaps to silver: Indian long jumper claims second CWG medal with 8.09m jump

Indian long jumper Sreeshankar Murali won the silver medal at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow with a jump of 8.09 metres. It is his second consecutive CWG silver, marking a strong return after a career-threatening injury in 2024.

29 Jul 2026, 07:54 PM

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Five Indian boxers guarantee medals, storm into CWG semifinals

Five Indian boxers won their quarterfinal matches at the Commonwealth Games on Wednesday, guaranteeing at least a bronze medal each. The boxers will now compete in the semifinals for a chance to upgrade their medals.

29 Jul 2026, 02:20 PM

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Sakshi Chaudhary secures India's fifth boxing medal at Commonwealth Games

Sakshi Chaudhary defeated Northern Ireland's Caitlin Fryers in the women's 51kg quarterfinals to secure a bronze medal for India. She became the fifth Indian boxer to reach the podium at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

29 Jul 2026, 12:23 PM

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UEFA warns FIFA against selling stakes in World Cup as private investment plans emerge

UEFA has warned FIFA against its plans to sell private stakes in the World Cup and other events. FIFA aims to raise $4.2 billion through a new subsidiary, with reports linking President Gianni Infantino to potential profits. The move has sparked governance concerns.

29 Jul 2026, 07:23 AM

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Ashwin backs Sooryavanshi after Zimbabwe series success, compares to Ponting

R Ashwin defended Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's technique after his match-winning 81 against Zimbabwe, comparing him to Ricky Ponting and dismissing criticism over his vulnerability to short balls.

29 Jul 2026, 05:58 AM

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Ashwin lauds Saransh Jain's Test selection, questions Sundar's role clarity

R Ashwin has praised Madhya Pradesh off-spinner Saransh Jain after his maiden Test call-up as replacement for injured Washington Sundar. The veteran spinner also highlighted the need for clarity on Sundar's role in the Test team.

29 Jul 2026, 04:03 AM

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Gulveer Singh Creates History with 10,000m Silver at Commonwealth Games

Gulveer Singh becomes the first Indian man to win a Commonwealth Games medal in the 10,000m, securing silver with a time of 27:49.8. The historic run ends a streak of African dominance in the event.

28 Jul 2026, 08:11 PM

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Abuse Survivor Sharmila Dhankar Wins India's First Para Athletics Commonwealth Gold

Sharmila Dhankar, a 40-year-old para athlete, won India's first Commonwealth gold in para athletics after overcoming domestic abuse and financial struggles. Her journey from being thrown out of her home by her first husband to winning gold is a testament to resilience and family support.

28 Jul 2026, 09:10 AM

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Jadeja and Bumrah return to India Test squad for Sri Lanka, Saransh Jain earns maiden call-up

India announced a 15-man Test squad for the two-match series in Sri Lanka, with Jasprit Bumrah (subject to fitness) and Ravindra Jadeja returning. Uncapped off-spinner Saransh Jain receives his maiden call-up as India aims to revive its WTC campaign after a poor home season.

28 Jul 2026, 03:38 AM

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Sharmila Dhankar ends India's 20-year wait for Para Athletics gold at CWG 2026

Sharmila Dhankar won gold and Shilpa Shyla bronze in the women's shot put F57 at CWG 2026, giving India its first para athletics gold and ending a 20-year medal drought.

27 Jul 2026, 09:35 PM

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Indian high jumper Sarvesh Kushare wins silver at Commonwealth Games

Indian high jumper Sarvesh Kushare won the silver medal at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, clearing 2.25m. Jamaica's Romaine Beckford took gold on countback. This is Kushare's first major multi-sport medal.

27 Jul 2026, 08:55 PM

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Pirlo Steps Back from Italy Job After Controversy Over Russian Betting Link

Andrea Pirlo has withdrawn from consideration for the Italy head coach role after backlash over his ties to Russian betting company Fonbet. The FIGC faces further upheaval as two senior figures reportedly resigned following the controversy.

27 Jul 2026, 08:01 PM

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India at Commonwealth Games 2026: Day 5 Results – Silver for Gyaneshwari, Boxers and Athletes Advance

Weightlifter Gyaneshwari Yadav won silver in women’s 53kg at CWG 2026 on Day 5. Athletes M Sreeshankar and Lokesh Sathyanathan advanced to long jump final, while boxers Sachin Siwach and Ankush reached quarterfinals. Sprinter Gurindervir Singh failed to progress in 100m heats.

27 Jul 2026, 06:49 PM

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Esha Singh wins World Cup gold, Manu Bhaker takes bronze in 25m pistol

Indian shooter Esha Singh won her second ISSF World Cup gold of the year in the 25m pistol event in Hangzhou, China. Manu Bhaker completed an Indian double podium finish with a bronze medal. Singh's victory continues her strong run ahead of the World Championships where Olympic quotas will be at stake.

27 Jul 2026, 05:12 PM

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Sprinter Gurindervir Singh Exits Commonwealth Games 100m After Slow Heat

India's Gurindervir Singh failed to advance in the men's 100m at the Commonwealth Games after clocking 10.39 seconds, well below his national record of 10.09 seconds. He finished 28th in the heats, with only top 17 progressing.

27 Jul 2026, 11:17 AM

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Mirabai Chanu Cries as National Anthem Plays After Third Consecutive Commonwealth Gold

Mirabai Chanu won her third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medal in Glasgow, lifting a record total of 190 kg. An emotional moment during the national anthem ceremony went viral, as Chanu expressed tears of joy and gratitude to the Indian people.

27 Jul 2026, 04:02 AM

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Abhishek Sharma's poor form raises questions over Sanju Samson's T20I omission

Abhishek Sharma's poor form has led to debate over Sanju Samson's omission from India's T20I squad for the Zimbabwe series. Hanuma Vihari questioned the management's preference for Abhishek despite his low run tally.

27 Jul 2026, 02:53 AM

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From World Champion to Commonwealth Gold: Boxer Jaismine Lamboria's Quest

Indian boxer Jaismine Lamboria, the reigning world champion in the 57kg category, is aiming for Commonwealth Games gold in Glasgow. After a bronze at Birmingham 2022, she seeks to upgrade her medal, drawing inspiration from MS Dhoni's calmness.

26 Jul 2026, 10:06 PM

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Raja Muthupandi lifts silver in 65kg weightlifting, India's fourth medal at CWG 2026

Indian weightlifter Raja Muthupandi won silver in the men's 65kg category at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, contributing to India's fourth medal overall. His total lift of 286kg placed him behind Malaysia's Games-record holder Aznil Bidin.

26 Jul 2026, 07:46 PM

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Mirabai Chanu wins India's first gold at 2026 CWG, sets Games records

Mirabai Chanu won India's first gold at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, setting new Games and Commonwealth records with a total lift of 190kg. This marks her third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medal, adding to her Olympic silver.

26 Jul 2026, 03:01 PM

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Rishikanta Singh Chanambam powers to silver, sets snatch record at Glasgow CWG

Rishikanta Singh Chanambam won silver in men's 60kg weightlifting at the Commonwealth Games 2026, setting a snatch record of 121kg. This is India's second medal at the Glasgow Games.

26 Jul 2026, 11:20 AM

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Zimbabwe captain Raza admits batting failures after third T20I defeat to India

Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza admitted his batting failures contributed to the team's defeat in the third T20I against India. He praised India's batting display while pointing out fielding lapses and his own need to improve.

26 Jul 2026, 09:53 AM

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Sai Praneeth ends India's 36-year wait for men's singles Worlds medal

B Sai Praneeth won India's first men's singles World Championship medal in 36 years, a bronze in 2019. He beat Jonatan Christie in the quarterfinals and lost to Kento Momota in the semis. His achievement opened the door for subsequent Indian medalists.

26 Jul 2026, 03:11 AM

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Spain's 2026 World Cup Victory: A New Generation Breaks Free from Tiki-Taka Shadow

Spain's 2026 World Cup-winning side broke free from the shadow of the 2010 tiki-taka generation by blending possession with aggression and directness. The young squad adapted its style to opponents while retaining core principles, securing the title with maturity and tactical flexibility.

26 Jul 2026, 01:02 AM

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Manush Shah’s Singles Victory Propels U Mumba into UTT Final

Manush Shah’s singles win over Ankur Bhattacharjee propelled U Mumba into the UTT final, where they will defend their title against Dempo Goa Challengers. Shah also contributed in mixed doubles, helping his team secure a 6-3 advantage in the semifinal.

25 Jul 2026, 05:40 PM

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Lawn bowls pair, boxer Siwach shine on subdued Day 3 for India at Commonwealth Games

India's women's lawn bowls pair and boxer Sachin Siwach shone on Day 3 of the Commonwealth Games, while the day was otherwise disappointing with losses in swimming and wheelchair basketball.

25 Jul 2026, 06:03 PM

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Tilak Varma's blistering 60 off 29 balls seals India's T20I series win against Zimbabwe

Tilak Varma scored an unbeaten 60 off 29 balls, and Ishan Kishan made 81 off 44 as India posted 219/5 against Zimbabwe. India then bowled out Zimbabwe for 129 to win by 90 runs and clinch the T20I series.

25 Jul 2026, 03:20 PM

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Para powerlifter Jhandu Kumar wins India's first medal at Commonwealth Games

Jhandu Kumar, a para powerlifter from Bihar who sold vegetables and drove e-rickshaws to fund his training, won India's first medal at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, a bronze in powerlifting. Despite his name being mocked, he says his identity now comes from his achievement.

25 Jul 2026, 01:09 PM

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Shreyas Iyer Eyes First Series Win as India Face Zimbabwe in Decisive 2nd T20I

India face Zimbabwe in the second T20I with a chance to win the series under captain Shreyas Iyer. After a dominant win in the opener, India's young bowlers and batting depth impressed. Zimbabwe must win to keep the series alive.

25 Jul 2026, 10:06 AM

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Para athlete Irengbam Ritu Chanu’s airport walkway triumph before CWG 2026

A video of Indian para athlete Irengbam Ritu Chanu successfully navigating an airport moving walkway on crutches, with assistance from Ulhas KS, has gone viral ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games. The clip showcases her determination and the support of her fellow athletes.

25 Jul 2026, 08:15 AM

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