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Last Updated:February 01, 2025, 14:35 IST The Ministry for Youth Affairs and Sports has been allocated Rs 3,794.30 crore, an overall jump of Rs 351.98 crore. Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya (PTI) The government’s flagship Khelo India programme to scout and nurture athletes at the grassroots level was the biggest beneficiary as the allocation for sports…
When Prime Minister Narendra Modi first spoke the words ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Aur Sabka Prayas’, they resonated as more than just a vision — they embodied a promise to uplift every Indian through inclusive growth. Over time, this promise has come to life in remarkable ways. With free health insurance extended to…
Sandip Pradhan, DG of SAI (X) The 57-year-old Pradhan, an Indian Revenue Service Officer of 1990 batch, was first appointed as SAI DG in July 2019, being promoted from deputy DG, replacing Neelam Kapoor who retired. Sandip Pradhan’s tenure as Sports Authority of India (SAI) Director General ended on Monday after more than five years…
The first phase of Khelo India games hosted outside the country have successfully concluded in South Africa after a fortnight of activity that saw local South Africans and Indian expatriates unite in volleyball, badminton, table tennis and chess tournaments. Four other traditional Indian games – Kabaddi, Kho Kho, Carrom, and Satoliya/Lagori — are planned to…
Manu Bhaker celebrates with the Indian flag after winning the bronze medal in the 10m air pistol women’s final round at the 2024 Summer Olympics. (AP Photo) 25 per cent of the Indian contingent at the Paris Olympics are ‘Khelo India’ athletes, 12 of whom belong to Haryana Earlier this month, when the Indian Olympic…