Sports

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], September 24: Pink City Jaipur is once again set to resonate with the sound of running footsteps. On September 28, 2025, the second season of the Green Fit Marathon will be organised with the theme “Run for a Greener Earth”, marking the occasion of World Heart Day. The marathon aims not only to spread awareness about heart health but also to promote the importance of environmental conservation. The marathon will flag off at 5:30 AM from the Sun & Moon Complex parking, Vidhyadhar Nagar. As part of the preparations, the official marathon T-shirt and finisher medal were unveiled today, filling participants with excitement and enthusiasm while giving new energy to fitness lovers and the running community for this upcoming event. Virendra Singh from the organisin...

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 22: Little Thevaky’s daring rappelling record shines a light on India’s natural climbing talent, as the nation eyes Olympic dreams for 2036. On the morning of August 29, 2025, as India marked National Sports Day, a six-year-old girl stood at the edge of a 155-foot rock cliff in Malaipattu, Kancheepuram District, Tamil Nadu. With a blindfold tied across her eyes, she grasped the rope, leaned back, and began her descent. In four minutes and thirty-two seconds, Thevaky B Rajkumar, a Class 1 student of Good Earth School, Tambaram, rappelled her way into history. She emerged not only unscathed but celebrated as the youngest girl to perform blindfold rock rappelling from 155 feet, a feat certified by the Asia Book of Records, India Book of Records, and The...

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sport, through the Department of Sports in India, remains an excellent role model in terms of administrative reforms in its involvement in Special Campaign 5.0. This is an all-encompassing, clean, and efficient program that is a big step towards the way the government departments are dealing with workspace optimisation and the delivery of services to the people. Building on Special Campaign 4.0’s Success Special Campaign 5.0 is based on the exceptional performance of the predecessor. On October 2, 2024, Special Campaign 4.0 was developed by the Department of Sports at Major Dhyanchand Stadium as the Fit India Swachhata Freedom Run 5.0. It was a symbolic, fun event that combined fitness promotion and cleanliness advocacy, and it formed an excellent image of...

Doha [Qatar], September 19: Cricket fans, prepare for a thrilling encounter as the Super Sixty Cricket League (SSCL-2025) is set to electrify Qatar with a whopping ten days of action-packed cricket. Consolidating six powerhouse franchises, world-class players, and a rabid fan following, the tournament promises high-intensity 90-minute games full of explosive batting, lightning-fast bowling, and edge-of-your-seat action. Apart from the competition, SSCL is formulated as an end-to-end entertainment experience, marrying first-rate cricket with interactive fan engagement, innovative production, and real-time broadcast across several international platforms. Under the watchful eye of visionary leadership and backed by absolute commitment to excellence, the league will establish a new standard f...

Satara (Maharashtra) [India], September 17: Heavy rain could not dampen the spirit of over 8,500 runners who turned up for the 14th edition of the JBG Satara Hill Half Marathon, powered by Mala’s Fruit Products, on Sunday morning. By the time the sun broke through the clouds, Satara had witnessed one of its most memorable race days yet. Crowds lined the streets, volunteers braved the weather, and runners embraced the challenge of the hills. The event reaffirmed its reputation as one of India’s most iconic runs – scenic, tough, and deeply rooted in community spirit. Charity Beyond the Finish Line One of the biggest impacts came through the Charity initiative, which will now support 2,000 children from more than 8 schools in and around Satara. Sports gear ranging from footballs and basketba...

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], September 17: The streets of Hyderabad turned into a sea of green on Sunday morning as over 3,000 participants – including children, parents, and citizens from all walks of life – gathered at Gachibowli Stadium for the 4th Edition of Ozone Run 2025. With the rallying cry “Transforming Grey to Green,” the event underscored how fitness, family spirit, and environmental responsibility can converge into a powerful people’s movement. Organized by SWAN – Save Water and Nature, under the stewardship of Founder & Chairperson Meghana Musunuri, Secretary Sridhar Vunnam, and young Ozone Run founders Bilvoa & Teerdha Vunnam, the event showcased Hyderabad’s growing resolve to fight climate change at a community level. Distinguished Guests and Community Endorsement...

Satara (Maharashtra) [India], September 4: One of India’s most loved and iconic hill runs, the JBG Satara Hill Half Marathon Powered By MALA’s (JBG SHHM), is all set to return with its 14th edition on 14 September 2025. Organised entirely by the passionate volunteers of the Satara Runners Foundation (SRF), the event is known not only for its scenic and challenging route but also for its heart, people, purpose, and pursuit of getting better. This year’s theme, “Back to Roots – Run • Reconnect • Rediscover • Rewild”, invites participants to reflect on the very origins of movement. From ancient times, running was a matter of survival, as it involved chasing food or fleeing predators. Until today, running helps us reconnect with nature, rediscover our inner strength, and reset our lives. The 2...

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 30: The launch of the 2nd season saw the presence of Harbhajan Singh, Vijender Singh, Dr Balaji Kinikar, Rajesh More, Purvesh Sarnaik, Naresh Mhaske, Shrikant Wadsar, Minal Palande and Many More Following the resounding success of its debut edition, the second season of Khasdar Krida Sangram – District Level Sports Fest, an initiative by Shri Eknath Shinde and honorable PM Modi, was successfully organised under the leadership of Dr. Shrikant Lata Eknath Shinde, Member of Parliament, Kalyan Lok Sabha . The fest once again brought together talented youth and sports enthusiasts from across the region, celebrating the true spirit of teamwork, discipline, and athletic excellence At the heart of this season was the Cricket Tournament, one of the most-awaited ...

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], August 28: In a remarkable display of talent and dedication, 11-year-old Vardaan Laddha from Pune secured two silver medals for India at the Asian Open Short Track Speed Skating Trophy 2025. Vardaan’s impressive performance came in the highly competitive 333m and 500m events. This is a historic moment for India, as the country hosted this prestigious international winter sports competition for the very first time. The event, which ran from August 20 to 23, brought together over 240 skaters and officials from more than 11 Asian nations. It was held at the newly opened Himadri Ice Skating Rink in Dehradun, India’s only Olympic-sized ice rink, making it the biggest winter sports event ever hosted by the nation. The successful hosting of this trophy was made po...

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], August 23: Kochi Blue Tigers cruised to victory against Trivandrum Royals in the second match of KCL Season 2, winning by eight wickets. After bowling out Royals for 97 in 20 overs, Kochi chased down the target in just 11.5 overs. Mohammed Ashiq, who claimed three wickets, was named Man of the Match. Trivandrum Royals stumbled early due to costly errors, including three run-outs that derailed their innings. Explosive opener S Subin was the first to fall without scoring, undone by a sharp throw from Sanju Samson. Soon after, Riya Basheer was removed by Akhin Sathar. At just 22 runs, Royals had already lost Krishna Prasad and Govind Pai to poor running between the wickets, while M Nikhil departed for a duck. Abdul Basith (17) tried to steady the innings,...