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CAS overturns FIS ban, Opening Olympic path for Russian, Belarusian skiers

Russia's sports minister, Mikhail Degtyaryov, announced the outcome on social media, describing it as a significant legal victory.

CAS overturns FIS ban, Opening Olympic path for Russian, Belarusian skiers
Updated On : 02 Dec 2025 | 9:00 PM IST

IOC eyes ban on transgender women athletes in female Olympic competitions

IOC President Kirsty Coventry has emphasized the need for a unified approach across all Olympic sports.

IOC eyes ban on transgender women athletes in female Olympic competitions
Updated On : 11 Nov 2025 | 11:53 AM IST

FIBA: Basketball at 2028 Olympics in LA will start two days in advance

It is unclear if the men's tournament, the women's tournament or both will start before the official opening

FIBA: Basketball at 2028 Olympics in LA will start two days in advance
Updated On : 21 Aug 2025 | 1:32 PM IST

India in continuous dialogue phase with IOC on 2036 bid: Sports ministry

The 'Continuous Dialogue' phase involves a feasibility assessment by the IOC of the interested party's preparedness

India in continuous dialogue phase with IOC on 2036 bid: Sports ministry
Updated On : 11 Aug 2025 | 2:20 PM IST

Trump sets up task force to prepare for 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles

The 2028 Games will be the first Olympics to be hosted by the US since the 2002 Winter Games in Salt Lake City, Utah

Trump sets up task force to prepare for 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles
Updated On : 06 Aug 2025 | 10:25 AM IST

Trump to sign order creating task force for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

Trump has been an enthusiastic booster for major international sporting events scheduled to occur in the US under his watch, boasting about both the Olympics and the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Trump to sign order creating task force for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
Updated On : 05 Aug 2025 | 7:33 AM IST

India's doping crisis is threatening its dream of hosting 2036 Olympics

Country's athletes have had one of the worst records in testing positive for banned substances

India's doping crisis is threatening its dream of hosting 2036 Olympics
Updated On : 01 Aug 2025 | 12:14 PM IST

IND vs PAK cricket at Olympics 2028? How many teams qualified for LA Games?

India vs Pakistan cricket match at LA 2028 may still happen if the ICC alters its proposed qualification format. One spot remains undecided as cricket returns to the Olympics after 128 years.

IND vs PAK cricket at Olympics 2028? How many teams qualified for LA Games?
Updated On : 31 Jul 2025 | 9:15 AM IST

Small nation, big splash: Aussies dominate world swimming stage

Australia won seven gold medals and 18 overall at last year's Paris Olympics, second in both categories to the United States.

Small nation, big splash: Aussies dominate world swimming stage
Updated On : 25 Jul 2025 | 2:05 PM IST

US Olympic officials exclude trans women from women's sports events

The new policy, announced Monday with a quiet change on the USOPC's website and confirmed in a letter sent to national sport governing bodies

US Olympic officials exclude trans women from women's sports events
Updated On : 23 Jul 2025 | 4:49 PM IST

Decoded: Khelo Bharat Niti & its vision to reshape Indian sports ecosystem

Khelo Bharat Niti 2025 Aims to Transform India's Sports Landscape by Promoting Grassroots Development, Inclusivity, and Infrastructure, with a Long-Term Goal of Hosting the 2036 Olympics

Decoded: Khelo Bharat Niti & its vision to reshape Indian sports ecosystem
Updated On : 21 Jul 2025 | 9:20 PM IST

Cricket at Olympics: LA 2028 bows to India and subcontinent viewership

At 2028 Olympics, cricket matches will be played at 9:00 AM and 6:30 PM local time. Media rights for India and the subcontinent offer three types of packages: multiplatform, TV-only, and digital-only

Cricket at Olympics: LA 2028 bows to India and subcontinent viewership
Updated On : 21 Jul 2025 | 2:41 PM IST

Govt begins 2036 Olympics prep, India to be in top 5 in medal tally: Shah

Addressing an event where the Indian contingent participating in the 21st World Police and Fire Games-2025 were felicitated

Govt begins 2036 Olympics prep, India to be in top 5 in medal tally: Shah
Updated On : 18 Jul 2025 | 11:42 PM IST

Sports visa controversy: Why can't India deny a visa to Pakistani athletes?

India's decision to honour IOC's Rule 44, even during political friction, protects its ambitions of hosting major events, including the 2030 Commonwealth Games and the 2036 Olympics

Sports visa controversy: Why can't India deny a visa to Pakistani athletes?
Updated On : 05 Jul 2025 | 12:48 PM IST

IOC to India on hosting 2036 Olympics: 'First, put your house in order'

IOC told the Indian delegation in candid terms that while India could continue preparing its bid to host a future Games, it must first address the structural concerns

IOC to India on hosting 2036 Olympics: 'First, put your house in order'
Updated On : 04 Jul 2025 | 10:08 AM IST

Indian delegation engages IOC in discussions to host future Olympic Games

India's engagement with the Olympic Movement is at a transformative moment, one that goes beyond competitive sports to embrace the true spirit of Olympism

Indian delegation engages IOC in discussions to host future Olympic Games
Updated On : 02 Jul 2025 | 2:21 PM IST

Delhi fully prepared to host 2036 Olympic Games, says CM Rekha Gupta

India is prepared to host the 2036 Olympics, says Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, citing PM Modi's commitment to building top-tier sports infrastructure and pursuing an ambitious but achievable national goal

Delhi fully prepared to host 2036 Olympic Games, says CM Rekha Gupta
Updated On : 23 Jun 2025 | 1:28 PM IST

Paralympic leader challenges Brisbane 2032 to outshine Sydney Games

Without doubt, the year 2000 was a gamechanger and provided the foundations from which we could advance the Paralympic Games and wider Paralympic movement,

Paralympic leader challenges Brisbane 2032 to outshine Sydney Games
Updated On : 28 May 2025 | 4:43 PM IST

Cricket to feature 6 teams in 2028 LA Olympics, More medal events added

Cricket will feature six teams battling for top honours when the sport returns to the Olympics at the 2028 Los Angeles Games after a gap of 128 years.

Cricket to feature 6 teams in 2028 LA Olympics, More medal events added
Updated On : 10 Apr 2025 | 3:58 PM IST

Coventry's rise as IOC's first woman president: A giant leap for womankind

Hours after her ascension, Coventry, 41, found herself facing inquisitive reporters, who probed her on how she would handle US President Donald Trump in her new role

Coventry's rise as IOC's first woman president: A giant leap for womankind
Updated On : 03 Apr 2025 | 12:02 AM IST