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Bundesliga contenders: A look at Bayern Munich, Leipzig, Dortmund

The new Bundesliga season begins with Bayern Munich the favorite to win yet another title

JSW Group announces cash rewards for Tokyo Olympic medallist

The JSW Group on Thursday announced cash awards for India's Tokyo Olympic medallists and their support staff with Rs one crore reserved for Neeraj Chopra

54-member Indian team for Tokyo Paralympics accorded warm send-off

A 54-member Indian team for the upcoming Tokyo Paralympics was on Thursday accorded a warm send-off by Sports Minister Anurag Thakur and the national governing body

Tokyo Debacle: NRAI executives to be assessed, three-part review underway

An "individual with the right credentials" is set to evaluate the performance of the Indian shooting federation's executives

MP felicitates Olympics hockey team member Vivek Sagar with Rs 1 cr reward

Vivek Sagar, who was part of the Indian squad that won the bronze medal at the recent Tokyo Olympics, was felicitated by Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan here on Thursday.

I'll continue to work hard and bring glory for India: Lovlina Borgohain

Boxer Lovlina Borgohain, who won a bronze medal at the recently concluded Tokyo Olympics, on Thursday said she will continue to work hard in order to bring more laurels for India.

Covid-19: Tokyo's Olympic fears give way to acceptance, to a point

When the Tokyo Olympics began during a worsening pandemic in Japan, the majority of the host nation was in opposition

Olympic Gold medallist Neeraj Chopra rises to number 2 in world rankings

Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has gained 14 places to become world number two in the latest world rankings after his sensational show in the Tokyo Olympics.

Jharkhand presents both woman hockey players Rs 50 lakh each

The Indian team finished at fourth position in the Olympics, after losing their bronze medal match to Britain.

Ind vs Eng 2nd Test: Shardul's injury may bring Ashwin back on radar

Virat Kohli might have to seriously consider playing his best spinner Ravichandran Ashwin when India meet England in the second Test at the Lord's starting Thursday

Chris Cairns in serious but stable condition, confirms Sydney hospital

A Sydney hospital on Wednesday confirmed that former New Zealand all-rounder Chris Cairns is in a serious but stable condition in its intensive care unit.

Lionel Messi to join Paris Saint-Germain for $41 million a year

The 34-year-old Argentina star has agreed a two-year deal with the option for a further season, according to reports

Javelin coach Uwe Hohn on his way out as his contract ends: Sources

Former world record holder and national javelin coach Uwe Hohn is on his way out as his contract, which runs till the end of Tokyo Olympics, is unlikely to be extended further.

Over 450 athletes training under Indian Army's 'Mission Olympics Wing'

More than 450 senior athletes are currently getting trained under the Indian Army's "Mission Olympics Wing", senior officials said on Tuesday.

Rio was the turning point, helped us prepare well for Tokyo: Rani Rampal

The Indian women's hockey team, moved up to the 8th position according to the latest FIH world rankings

Prez Kovind to host Indian Olympics contingent over high tea on Saturday

President Ram Nath Kovind will host the Indian Olympics contingent over a high tea at the Rashtrapati Bhavan cultural centre on Saturday, according to an official statement issued on Tuesday.

La Liga without Messi: A look at top contenders for Spanish league title

The Spanish league starts on Friday. Here is a look at the top contenders expected to fight for the title and top positions in the table.

Messi banner at Camp Nou taken down ahead of impending PSG move

A large banner of Lionel Messi on the side of the Camp Nou was taken down ahead of his impending move to PSG.

After 17 seasons, post-Lionel Messi era begins in Spanish league

The Spanish league season begins this weekend and it will be unlike any other in the last 17 years.

Postponement of Tokyo Olympics helped me work on weakness: Neeraj Chopra

The Indian athlete said his focus remained on his training despite the threat posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and the stringent protocols that was put in place