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India’s preparation for the Asian Games has become a sizeable government investment, but the more interesting story is not the Rs 702.86 crore headline. It is what that money says about how the country is trying to build a competitive sporting system. The Sports Ministry says Rs 702.86 crore has been spent on its Annual…
News sports other-sports Divyanshi Choudhary Softens Stand Against Wushu Federation, Says WAI Prioritised Her Health Last Updated:September 13, 2026, 1:11 PM IST Wushu player Divyanshi Choudhary, dropped from the Asian Games squad due to injury, now accepts the federation’s decision. Divyanshi maintains Naorem Roshibina Devi harassed her and her family. (Screengrab/IG/divyanshi.1912) Wushu player Divyanshi Choudhary…
News sports other-sports India’s Asian Games 2026 Contingent Finalised: Sports Ministry Approves 503 Athletes & 246 Officials Last Updated:September 03, 2026, 12:09 IST The Ministry had originally approved 492 athletes in 35 disciplines for the Games but as was expected, a few names have been added. Asian Games start from September 17. The Sports Ministry’s…
The Sports Ministry on Wednesday approved a contingent of 246 team officials and support staff for the 503 athletes who will compete in the 20th Asian Games beginning in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan on September 19. The Ministry had originally approved 492 athletes for the Games but as was expected, a few names have been added mainly…
Last Updated:August 28, 2026, 12:30 IST The Commonwealth Games will be returning to India after two decades and will be held in Ahmedabad. The Home Ministry will have a critical role in the Games. (Picture Credit: X/AmitShah) Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed India’s preparations for hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games and the country’s bid…
Last Updated:August 22, 2026, 10:35 PM IST The athletics group features 35 men and 38 women and is headlined by two-time Olympic medal-winning javelin throw superstar Neeraj Chopra and long jumper Murali Sreeshankar. 492 athletes to represent India at Asian Games 2026. (Picture Credit: AP) The Sports Ministry on Saturday approved a 492-strong Indian contingent…
The Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) on Thursday urged the Sports Ministry to reconsider its decision to withdraw recognition from the national body, arguing that its autonomy under the Olympic Charter must be respected and its administration kept free from third-party interference. The Ministry on Wednesday suspended the TTFI and asked the Indian Olympic…
News sports other-sports Table Tennis Federation Urges Sports Ministry To Reconsider Suspension: ‘Deficiencies Cited Factually Incorrect Or Already Remedied’ Last Updated:August 13, 2026, 7:04 PM IST TTFI urges Sports Ministry to reconsider its suspension, citing IOC’s Olympic Charter for autonomy and freedom from third-party interference. TTFI’s failure to hold elections on time was among the…
Last Updated:July 24, 2026, 3:27 pm IST FMSCI has been in regular talks with the ministry on not just the issue of recognition but to also chart the way forward for F1’s India comeback. Manuskh Mandaviya is pushing to have a F1 race in India by 2028. (AP Photo) In a major decision, the Sports…
Last Updated:July 10, 2026, 7:39 PM IST The Commonwealth Games have been significantly scaled down for the Glasgow edition due to cost considerations and India’s medal tally will take a hit. Mansukh Mandaviya speaking during the send-off ceremony for the CWG. (PTI Photo) The Sports Ministry on Friday approved a 191-member Indian contingent for the…