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Surfing and skateboarding in sports list at 2028 LA Olympic Games

The International Olympic Committee approved a propo­sal on Thursday to include the three sports in the Los Ange­les games

Rafael Nadal wins Oz Open to claim record 21st Grand Slam title

The 35-year-old Spaniard now has one more than Roger Federer and Djokovic, his long-time rivals in the so-called Big Three

My wheelchair is my legs and my family is my backbone: Avani Lekhara

In a Q&A, the shooting gold medalist at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics talks about her difficult journey after a debilitating accident left the wheelchair-bound champion totally paralysed waist down

Hope on horizon for people with disabilities aspiring to be sports stars

India's splendid show at the Tokyo Paralympics has inspired many people with disabilities to get into sports; here's how they can complete the exciting yet challenging journey that will get them there

Asia Cup Hockey: India's title hopes dashed after losing 2-3 to Korea

India will now play the loser of the second semifinal between Japan and China in the third-fourth place play-off match on Friday

Bio-bubble breach: Impact on India's image and women's football

The brand that is India as a sports destination capable of hosting international events has suffered a blow

Fit India Quiz preliminary results out, UP students get top spots

Students from Uttar Pradesh have bagged the top ranks in the preliminary round of the first-ever Fit India Quiz, results of which were announced on Tuesday.

Alize Cornet reaches quarterfinals at her 63rd Grand Slam

Cornet recovered after a second-set meltdown in the hot Melbourne sun on Monday to advance to the last eight at the Australian Open

Ex-Zimbabwe cricketer says Indian bizman blackmailed him to spot-fix

In a detailed confession on social media, Taylor claimed that he was invited by the businessman to India to discuss "sponsorships" and potential launch of a T20 event in Zimbabwe

Saina Nehwal top attraction in Odisha Open beginning on Tuesday

Saina Nehwal will be the star attraction in Odisha Open Super 100, the state's first ever international tournament under Badminton World Federation

KL Rahul did a decent job, will learn and get better: Rahul Dravid

India lost both the Test and ODI series in what turned out to be a disastrous tour of South Africa

India out of women's Asian Cup; match against Chinese Taipei called off

All India Football Federation (AIFF) President Praful Patel also issued a statement expressing sadness at the turn of events

No bubble is full proof around the world: AIFF president Praful Patel

Patel also said that the girls were heartbroken and urged everyone to respect their feelings

Women's Asia Cup hockey: Holders India maul Malaysia 9-0 in opener

The Indians scored four goals apiece in the first two quarters before returning back to pump in five more in the last two quarters

Three foreign players test Covid positive ahead of departure for PSL

The trio tested positive before reaching Pakistan and their arrival has been delayed

A hat tip to Sania Mirza, India's 1st truly mainstream woman sports star

Twenty years after she burst into India's conscience with a bronze in the mixed doubles at the 2002 Asian Games, India's first truly mainstream female sports star had decided to move on

Former India opener Sehwag to lead 'Indian Maharaja' in Legends League

Sehwag, who led the Delhi Capitals and Kings XI Punjab in Indian Premier League, will have Mohammed Kaif as his deputy

Djokovic lands in Serbia as questions arise over French Open

A handful of fans waving the Serbian flag greeted him at Belgrade's airport

Fantasy Sports added Rs 3,000 cr to Indian sports economy in FY21: Experts

This number is expected to double in the next three years alongside the growth of the industry and its participating user base

Novak Djokovic loses shot at history, deported after court ruling

Tennis star's anti-vax stance has cost him a potential payday of $2.1 million