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Chess Player Demands Rs. 1 Crore Compensation from AICF for Career Cut Short

The All India Chess Federation (AICF) has faced a legal notice demanding Rs. 1 crore in compensation from Karun Duggal, a chess player whose career was cut short by the federation's decision to ban him during his peak. Duggal, a two-time Delhi State Rapid Chess champion, had an

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Sharmila Devi's Comeback: Determination and Hard Work Pay Off

Sharmila Devi, a promising young forward, has made a remarkable comeback to the Indian women's hockey team. Her unwavering determination to improve and her relentless work ethic have been instrumental in her return to the national side. After a nine-month absence, Sharmila returned to the Indian team in

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Neeraj Chopra to Consult Doctors After Olympics for Adductor Niggle

Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has been battling an adductor niggle that has hampered his season. After winning his first gold medal at the Paavo Nurmi Games, Chopra expressed his intention to consult multiple doctors after the Paris Olympics to address the persistent issue. Chopra's adductor niggle has

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Hockey India Announces 27-Member Core Group for Pre-Olympic Camp

Hockey India has announced a 27-member core group of players for a pre-Olympic national camp, which will be held from June 21 to July 8 at the SAI center in Bengaluru. The camp is part of India's preparations for the upcoming Tokyo Olympics, where they will face a

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PM Modi Promises Statehood for J&K, Inaugurates Development Projects

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Srinagar marked a significant milestone in Jammu and Kashmir's journey towards statehood. Amid tight security, Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth over ₹1,500 crore. In a symbolic gesture, Modi pledged to "teach

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India's Olympic Bid: Indigenous Sports to Enhance Medal Chances

India's ambitious bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games is gaining momentum, with sports administrators preparing to lobby hard during the upcoming Paris Olympics 2024. The Mission Olympic Cell (MOC) of the Sports Authority of India has submitted a detailed report to Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, outlining the

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Odisha Extends Sponsorship of Indian Hockey Team Until 2036

The Odisha government has extended its sponsorship of the Indian hockey team for another three years, until 2036. The announcement was made by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Mohan Majhi, who stated that the sponsorship is part of the state's "Vision Odisha: 2036" plan. The extension of

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Indian Women's Archery Team Wins Third Consecutive World Cup Gold

The Indian compound women's archery team continued their dominance this season, securing a hattrick of World Cup gold medals with a victory over Estonia in the third stage of the event on Saturday. The trio of Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Aditi Swami, and Parneet Kaur, who had qualified as

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Athletics to Kick Off LA28 Olympics in Historic Schedule Shift

World Athletics and the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games Organising Committee (LA28) have announced a groundbreaking shift in the competition schedule. In a historic move, athletics will now take center stage during the first week of the Olympic Games at the iconic LA Memorial Coliseum. This unprecedented change

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Norris Stuns Verstappen with Last-Gasp Pole in Barcelona

McLaren's Lando Norris stunned the field with a breathtaking final lap to snatch pole position from Max Verstappen at the Spanish Grand Prix qualifying on Saturday. The Briton's blistering time of 1:18.750 denied Verstappen by a mere two hundredths of a second, marking Norris&

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Bajrang Punia Suspended Again by NADA for Refusing Dope Test

The National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) has once again suspended Olympic medalist Bajrang Punia for refusing to provide a urine sample for a dope test. This is the second time NADA has suspended Punia, after revoking his initial suspension on May 31st due to a lack of a "notice of

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Tulika Maan Secures Paris Olympics Quota for India in Judo

Tulika Maan has become the first Indian judoka to secure a quota for the 2024 Paris Olympics. The 25-year-old achieved this feat by securing a continental quota in the women's +78kg division, as per the latest rankings released by the International Judo Federation (IJF). Maan, who hails from

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Kapil Dev Takes Over as President of Professional Golf Tour of India

World Cup-winning former Indian cricket captain Kapil Dev has taken over as the new President of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI), marking a significant chapter in his illustrious career. The 65-year-old, who was already a member of the PGTI Board as its Vice President, was unanimously chosen to

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Harmanpreet Singh to Lead India's Men's Hockey Team at Paris Olympics

Harmanpreet Singh will lead India's 16-member men's hockey squad at the Paris Olympics, aiming to secure a second consecutive podium finish. The team, selected after two days of trials, boasts a blend of experience and youth. Veteran goalkeeper P.R. Sreejesh, along with Manpreet Singh, will

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IOA Advocates for Yoga Inclusion in Asian Games

Indian Olympic Association Pushes for Yoga Inclusion in Asian Games The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has made a strong case for the inclusion of yoga in the Asian Games program. In a letter to Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) President Raja Randhir Singh, IOA President PT Usha highlighted the growing

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Norris Aims to Challenge Verstappen at Austrian Grand Prix

Lando Norris, the McLaren driver, is determined to challenge Max Verstappen, the reigning Formula One world champion, at the upcoming Austrian Grand Prix. Norris has been in impressive form lately, with two consecutive second-place finishes behind Verstappen. He believes he has the car and the confidence to challenge for the

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Haryana's Kiran Pahal Qualifies for Paris Olympics in Women's 400 Meters

Haryana's Kiran Pahal has etched her name in history by becoming the second Indian woman to qualify for the Paris Olympics in the women's 400 meters. At the ongoing National Inter-State Athletics Championships in Panchkula, Haryana, Pahal clocked an impressive 50.92 seconds in the semifinal,

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Mirabai Chanu Targets 90kg Snatch, 200kg Total for Paris Olympics Medal

Tokyo Olympics silver medalist Mirabai Chanu is determined to surpass her previous achievements in the upcoming Paris Games. After recovering from a six-month injury layoff, Chanu is targeting a lift of over 90kg in snatch, aiming for a total lift of 200kg to secure a medal. Chanu's journey

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Tennis Legend Martina Navratilova Sips from Stanley Cup in Sweet Victory

Martina Navratilova Sips from the Stanley Cup, a Sweet Victory for the Tennis Legend Tennis icon Martina Navratilova experienced a unique and unforgettable moment when she was invited to drink from the iconic Stanley Cup, a symbol of triumph in the National Hockey League (NHL). The occasion arose during a

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All Roads Lead to Bangkok: WBC Asia Continental Super-Welterweight Title Fight

Bangkok, Thailand – The anticipation is palpable as the boxing world turns its eyes to the World Siam Stadium on June 28, 2024. This venue will host an electrifying clash for the WBC Asia Continental Super-Welterweight Title, featuring India’s Rohit Choudhary and China’s Tao Zhang. Clash of Aspiring Pugilists

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Indian MMA Star Puja Tomar Makes History with UFC Debut Victory

Puja Tomar, the trailblazing Indian mixed martial artist, has etched her name in history as the first Indian to triumph in the prestigious Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Her remarkable split-decision victory over Brazilian Rayanne dos Santos in the straw-weight division (52 kg) marked a watershed moment for MMA in India.

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Praggnanandhaa Draws Gukesh, Misses Out on Superbet Classic Lead

Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa's quest for a joint lead at the Superbet Classic chess tournament was thwarted by a draw against compatriot D Gukesh in the third round. Despite having an opportunity to avenge his loss to Gukesh in the Candidates tournament earlier this year, Praggnanandhaa failed to find

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Verstappen Wins Austrian Sprint Race, McLaren Impresses

Red Bull's Max Verstappen emerged victorious in the Sprint race at the Austrian Grand Prix on Saturday, outpacing the McLarens of Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris. Verstappen maintained his lead from the start, but Norris briefly overtook him with a bold move on Lap 5. However, Verstappen swiftly

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Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone Shatters 400m Hurdles World Record, Books Paris Olympics Berth

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, the reigning Olympic champion, shattered her own 400m hurdles world record at the US trials in Eugene, Oregon, on Sunday. Her astonishing time of 50.65sec, bettering her previous best of 50.68, secured her place at the Paris Olympics in sensational style. McLaughlin-Levrone's victory was

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Rohit's stellar performance at WBC Asia Continental Super-welterweight Title Bout

Bangkok, June 28, 2024 – In an exhilarating bout at the Xian Top King/Grassroots boxing show, Tao Zhang of China emerged victorious over India’s Rohit Choudary to claim the WBC Asia Continental Super-welterweight title. The highly anticipated match concluded with Zhang securing the championship.   The fight, held in Bangkok,