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Olympic Week 2026 at Olympic Museum Welcomes Over 11,000 Participants
Olympic Week 2026 at the Olympic Museum attracted a record 11,000+ participants, featuring over 40 free activities.
India's U17 Women's Football Team Qualifies for 2027 Asian Cup
India's U17 women's football team has made history by qualifying for back-to-back AFC Women’s Asian Cups.
Deepthi Jeevanji Wins Gold and Sets Record at Asian Para Games
Deepthi Jeevanji won gold in the women's 400m T20, setting a new record at the Asian Para Games 2026.
Nishad Kumar Achieves Second Gold at Asian Para Games
Nishad Kumar wins gold in men's high jump at Asian Para Games, setting a new Games record.
Nithya Sagi from Telangana Wins Bronze at Khelo India Youth Games
Thirteen-year-old Nithya Sagi secured bronze in the 200m backstroke at the Khelo India Youth Games, contributing to Telangana's medal tally.
India Achieves 11 Medals on Opening Day of Asian Para Games 2026
Indian para-athletes won 11 medals, including 4 golds, on the first day of the Asian Para Games in Japan.
Special Olympics Australia National Games 2026 Launches in Melbourne
The Special Olympics Australia National Games began in Melbourne, featuring over 850 athletes competing in 13 sports.
Vritti Agarwal sets record with gold in 1500m freestyle
Vritti Agarwal of Telangana won gold in the girls 1500m freestyle at Khelo India Youth Games, breaking the meet record.
Mona Agarwal and Avani Lekhara Achieve Gold and Silver at Asian Para Games 2026
Mona Agarwal won gold and Avani Lekhara silver in the women's 10m air rifle final, marking a historic achievement for India.
Third All-Weather Cricket Dome Opens in West Midlands
The third all-weather cricket dome in England opened on October 19, 2026, enhancing community sports access.
Shafali Verma Breaks Record for Most 50-Plus Scores in Women's T20Is
Shafali Verma sets a new record with her ninth 50-plus score in women's T20Is during a match against Zimbabwe.
Pratyasa Ray excels at Khelo India University Games after health challenges
Swimmer Pratyasa Ray won multiple medals at the Khelo India University Games, overcoming health issues and a shoulder fracture.
Record Participation at Special Olympics Games in Tarragona
The 13th Special Olympics Games in Tarragona featured over 1,600 athletes competing in 15 sports.
Jaspreet Kaur Wins Gold at Khelo India Para Games
Jaspreet Kaur set a new national record by lifting 101 kg to win gold in powerlifting at the Khelo India Para Games in Delhi.
Libya and Guatemala Claim Titles at Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup
Libya and Guatemala secured titles in men's and women's divisions at the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup in Paris.
Ragala Varun wins gold medal in weightlifting at Khelo India University Games
Ragala Varun secured gold in the men’s 81kg weightlifting at the Khelo India University Games in Bengaluru.
Premier League Trains Coaches in Mumbai to Boost Grassroots Football
The Premier League's NEXTGEN Coach programme trained 34 coaches in Mumbai to enhance grassroots football development.
Indian Para Athletes Achieve Notable Wins at Asian Para Games 2026
Indian para-badminton athletes secured multiple victories at the Asian Para Games, including wins by Krishna Nagar and Nitesh Kumar.
He Bingjiao achieves Olympic silver medal in badminton after ten years
He Bingjiao transitions from Youth Olympic medallist to Olympic silver medallist in a decade-long journey.
Telangana swimmer Nithya Sagi wins bronze at Khelo India Youth Games
Nithya Sagi, 13, wins bronze in 200m backstroke at Khelo India Youth Games in Haryana, marking her as the youngest medalist from Telangana.
Paralympic athlete Laura Goodkind embraces adaptive climbing
Laura Goodkind, a Paralympic rower, turns to adaptive climbing after an injury, training five times a week and discovering new abilities.
Niki Prasad Shines on India T20I Debut Against Zimbabwe
Niki Prasad made a remarkable debut for India, scoring the winning runs in a thrilling T20I match against Zimbabwe.
Anvay Dravid scores 151 runs to lead Karnataka in Vinoo Mankad Trophy
Anvay Dravid scored 151 runs, helping Karnataka secure a victory over Gujarat in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy.
Aaryavir Sehwag scores 173 runs for Delhi in Vinoo Mankad Trophy
Aaryavir Sehwag scored 173 runs in a match for Delhi, showcasing his talent despite the team's loss.
Vritti Agarwal Sets Record at Khelo India Youth Games
Telangana swimmer Vritti Agarwal won gold in the girls 1500m freestyle, breaking the previous record at the Khelo India Youth Games.
Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games flame travels across Senegal
The Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games flame tour features hundreds of torchbearers and thousands of spectators across Senegal.
Paul Seixas wins Tour de Lombardie, youngest victor since WWII
Paul Seixas, at 20 years old, won the 2026 Tour de Lombardie on 10 October in Como, Italy.
Mason Crane Returns to England's Cricket Squad After Nine Years
Mason Crane is recalled to England's squad for the ODI tri-series in Pakistan, marking his return to international cricket.
Mason Crane Returns to England ODI Squad After Nine Years
Mason Crane, 29, is named in England's ODI squad for a tri-series in Pakistan, marking his first international selection since 2018.
South Korea Inaugurates First National Sports Museum in Seoul
South Korea's first national sports museum opened on October 15, 2026, featuring 70,000 artifacts.
World Fair Play Awards honor sportsmanship at Olympic Museum
Six individuals received World Fair Play Awards for exceptional sportsmanship and integrity at the Olympic Museum in Switzerland.
Catherine Debrunner sets new wheelchair marathon world record
Catherine Debrunner broke the women's wheelchair marathon world record at the Chicago Marathon on October 11, 2026, finishing in 1:33:16.
Ritu Mondal Wins Double Gold at World Yogasana Championships
Ritu Mondal, daughter of a mason, wins two gold medals at the World Yogasana Championships in Ahmedabad.
Wushu Coaching Centre wins eight gold medals at women’s league
Wushu Coaching Centre topped the medal tally at the ASMITA Khelo India Women’s Wushu League in Guwahati, winning eight gold medals.
Shafali Verma Receives ICC Women's Player of the Month Award
Shafali Verma has been named ICC Women's Player of the Month for September 2026, marking her second win of the award.
Telangana Athletes Achieve Success at Khelo India Youth Games
Telangana's young athletes excelled at the Khelo India Youth Games, winning multiple medals in swimming events.
Variety Disability Sports Awards 2026 Recognize Para Athletes
The Variety Disability Sports Awards 2026 honored athletes for their achievements in disability sports in London.
Hyderabad Teen Deepika Wins Gold in Khelo India Para Games
Deepika, a teen with brittle bone disease, won gold in table tennis at the Khelo India Para Games, showcasing her rapid ascent in para sports.
Maharashtra Wins Khelo India Youth Games with 256 Medals
Maharashtra won the Khelo India Youth Games, securing 256 medals, including 78 golds, in Guwahati on October 2026.
Special Olympics Games in Tarragona Conclude with Success
The 13th Special Olympics Games in Tarragona saw over 1,600 athletes compete from 61 clubs across Europe.
Refugee Para Athletes Achieve Success in 2026 Competitions
Six refugee Para athletes secure international medals, highlighting their resilience and talent in sports.
Amalia Perez Wins Gold at Mexico 2026 Para Powerlifting Championships
Amalia Perez, 53, returned to competition to win gold in the women's up to 61kg category at the Mexico 2026 championships.
Vritti Agarwal Wins Gold and Breaks Record at Khelo India Games
Telangana swimmer Vritti Agarwal won gold in the girls' 1500m freestyle at Khelo India Youth Games, setting a new record.
Catherine Debrunner breaks women's wheelchair marathon record in Chicago
Catherine Debrunner set a new women's wheelchair marathon record of 1:33:16 at the Chicago Marathon on October 11, 2026.
Jordan Chiles Aims for Third Olympic Appearance at LA28
Gymnast Jordan Chiles announces her comeback for the 2028 Olympics, aiming to compete on home soil in Los Angeles.
Udhayveer Sidhu wins gold at ISSF World Cup in Cairo
India's Udhayveer Sidhu secured gold in the men's 10m air pistol competition at the ISSF World Cup in Cairo on October 11, 2026.
Team Ireland Achieves 37 Medals in One Day at Special Olympics
Team Ireland secured 37 medals in a single day at the Special Olympics World Games, totaling 70 medals overall.
Arpita Mohapatra receives Shakti Samman 2026 for sports
Arpita Mohapatra was honored with the Shakti Samman 2026 for her contributions to inclusive sports in Bhubaneswar.
Telangana Athletes Shine at Khelo India Youth Games in Panchkula
Young athletes from Telangana excelled at the Khelo India Youth Games, with notable performances in swimming and other sports.
Nithya Sagi Wins Bronze in 200m Backstroke at Khelo India
Nithya Sagi, 13, won bronze in the 200m backstroke at Khelo India Youth Games, marking her as Telangana's youngest medalist.