India delivered a stellar performance at the Global Esports Games Mumbai World Finals 2026, clinching a gold and a bronze medal in front of an electrifying home crowd. Rising esports star Anuhith Gosala secured the gold medal in Clash Royale after defeating Miras of Kazakhstan in a thrilling 3-2 final. India’s journey to the title was hard-fought, as the team overcame the United States 2-1 in the lower bracket finals to earn a rematch against Kazakhstan, who had earlier beaten them 2-0. In a dramatic finale, Gosala showcased exceptional composure and skill to turn the tide and secure vic
Arunachal Pradesh’s para-athlete Kipa Mero delivered an outstanding performance at the 24th National Para Athletics Championships 2026, clinching the gold medal in the women’s javelin throw F12 category in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Demonstrating remarkable skill and determination, she not only secured the top podium finish but also shattered her own national record, further cementing her position as one of India’s leading para-athletes. Mero’s achievement is a testament to her unwavering dedication, resilience, and consistent pursuit of excellence in the sport. Competing against some of
Suchitra Parida expressed mixed emotions despite winning gold at the 24th National Para Athletics Championship (NPAC) 2026, held at Kalinga Stadium. Competing in the Women’s Javelin Throw F56 event, Parida secured the top spot with a throw of 17.80 metres but admitted she was disappointed at falling short of her personal best. Reflecting on her performance, Parida said she had aimed to surpass her 2025 mark of 18.29 metres and set a new record. She attributed the dip in distance to weight gain, which affected her speed during the run-up. However, she remains optimistic about regaining pe
Molly Caudery described her World Indoor pole vault triumph as a moment that “means absolutely everything” after securing gold with a season’s best jump of 4.85m in Poland. The 26-year-old’s victory saw her finish ahead of Tina Sutej, reclaiming the title she had previously won two years ago, a breakthrough that first brought her global recognition. This latest achievement marks a significant comeback after a challenging period in her career. Following her initial success, Caudery faced setbacks on the biggest stages. She endured disappointment at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where
Brilliance and controversy often go hand in hand for Josh Kerr, and his latest triumph at the world indoor 3,000m event in Toruń was no exception. After clinching victory in a dramatic race, Kerr added flair to his win by mimicking Stephen Curry’s iconic ‘night night’ celebration, aimed squarely at his rival, Cole Hocker. The gesture carried added significance, as Hocker had used the same celebration after defeating Kerr at the Millrose Games earlier this year. Kerr later admitted that the earlier loss had fueled his motivation, calling this victory the “North Star” compared to
Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, and Minister of State Raksha Khadse have welcomed the announcement that India will host the 2028 World Athletics Indoor Championships in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Expressing his excitement, Mandaviya said, “The world is coming to India,” highlighting the country’s growing stature as a global sporting destination. He credited the leadership of Narendra Modi for India’s progress, noting that the nation is not only improving its medal tally but also emerging as a preferred host for major international events. Echoing similar
The United States Para Ice Hockey Team completed a historic clean sweep by defeating the Canada Para Ice Hockey Team 6–2 in the gold medal match at the Milan Cortina Winter Paralympics. The victory came just weeks after the United States had already triumphed over Canada in the Olympic hockey finals, marking an unprecedented dominance across all hockey formats in the same year. Jack Wallace starred in the final with a brilliant hat trick, while Kayden Beasley, Declan Farmer, named the tournament’s MVP, and Brody Roybal also found the net. Canada’s Liam Hickey scored both goals for hi
India’s rising swimming star Astha Choudhury delivered a sensational performance at the Singapore National Swimming Championship, clinching gold in the 200m butterfly event on Day 1. Representing Assam, she touched the wall first with an impressive timing of 2 minutes 17.09 seconds, showcasing remarkable speed and endurance in the pool. In a standout achievement, Astha not only secured the top podium position but also set a new national record in the event. She surpassed the previous record of 2 minutes 18.18 seconds, which was held by Apeksha Fernandez of Maharashtra. Her record-breakin
India delivered a stellar performance at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026 in New Delhi, with multiple podium finishes across events. Leading the charge was Sumit Antil, who clinched gold in the men’s javelin throw with an impressive 69.25 metres. Pushpendra Singh secured silver with 56.91 metres, while Poonam Ram took bronze at 49.48 metres. India dominated track events, especially in the men’s 400m T13, where Subodh Bhatt won gold in 51.88 seconds, followed by Priyanshu Kaushik and Avnil Kumar. In the T46/T47 category, Bhavikkumar Din Bharwad and Jasbeersecured gold and silver
India delivered an impressive performance at the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026, finishing with a total of five medals at the competition held in Bangkok from March 8 to 15. The Indian contingent secured one gold, three silver, and one bronze, showcasing the country’s emerging boxing talent on the global stage. Leading the charge was Chandrika Pujari, who clinched gold in the women’s 51kg category. She defeated Mardonova Nazokat of Uzbekistan by unanimous decision, displaying exceptional technical skill and control throughout the bout. India’s strong showing continued with three si