Messi Visit Highlights India's Celebrity Sport Culture
Lionel Messi's celebrity visit to India sparks debate: Does star spectacle strengthen grassroots sport? An opinion piece critiques the focus on optics over development.
Lionel Messi's celebrity visit to India sparks debate: Does star spectacle strengthen grassroots sport? An opinion piece critiques the focus on optics over development.
Badminton legend Prakash Padukone steps back from elite coaching after 31 years. At 70, he launches a new initiative to strengthen the sport at the grassroots level across India. Discover his vision for the future.
Ellandula Thirupathamma, a daily wage labourer, wins sarpanch election in Jangaon as an independent, defeating major party candidates. Her entire panel of 12 independents also secures victory.
Badminton legend Prakash Padukone starts a new venture focusing on grassroots training in Pune after 31 years of elite coaching. He also inaugurates an Air Badminton initiative in PMC schools.
IISER Pune's inaugural VOICE Fellowship begins with 40+ journalists. Experts stress inclusive science communication & why scientists must engage the public. Read more.
Uttar Pradesh's contribution to India's economy grew to 9% in 2024-25. CM Yogi Adityanath reviews progress towards $1 trillion goal, highlighting agricultural growth and industrial expansion. Read more.
PM Modi highlights India's 8%+ growth at India-Jordan meet, aiming to double bilateral trade to $5 billion. Explore the strategic partnership and economic opportunities.
Discover how Meghalaya is reviving its economy through a unique creative focus—from literary festivals and local fruit wines to grassroots music and a cosmopolitanism rooted in Khasi culture.
Maharashtra's Project Mahadeva selects 60 children for systematic football training, aiming to build a future national team. This grassroots initiative seeks to rewrite India's football destiny.
Gujarat's per capita income surpasses Rs 3 lakh for the first time, ranking among India's top five state economies. Discover the sectors driving this historic growth.
Meet M Shruti, a 24-year-old BJP candidate in Kannur's local body polls, working multiple jobs while campaigning. Her story highlights grassroots politics in Kerala. Read more.
India's digital economy is expanding at 2.6 times its GDP, driving Asia-Pacific's transformation. Discover the key drivers and future projections shaping this rapid growth.
Economist Nouriel Roubini predicts three paths for the US economy in 2026: a Goldilocks soft landing, a shallow recession, or a no-landing scenario. Explore the factors shaping America's economic future.
Young activists at Lucknow's Koshala Lit Fest spotlight stray animal welfare and dignified last rites for the poor. Discover their powerful stories and calls to action.
Odisha government announces massive ₹735 crore investment to strengthen grassroots sports programs, focusing on talent identification and infrastructure development across the state.
Shocking revelations as sarpanch positions in Telangana villages are being auctioned for ₹20 lakh to ₹1 crore ahead of panchayat elections. Exclusive investigation into grassroots democracy corruption.
Explore India's football subcultures beyond cricket obsession. Discover how 10 regions keep the beautiful game alive with passionate local tournaments and community support.
Anitha Babu among 547 Haritha Karma Sena members contesting Kerala local polls. Grassroots workers fill political void as parties seek women candidates with public presence. Read their inspiring journey.
India's GDP grew 7.3% in Q2 FY26, maintaining its status as the world's fastest-growing major economy despite global headwinds and US tariffs. Track the full analysis.
Telangana witnesses a historic gender shift as women are set to lead nearly half of all gram panchayats. Discover how this reshapes local governance and empowers communities across the state.
Bollywood actor Sonu Sood meets roadside tyre repairman Mohammad, supporting PM Modi's local business initiative. Watch their inspiring conversation about grassroots entrepreneurship.
India's economy projected to cross $4 trillion milestone by FY26, driven by strong growth fundamentals and macroeconomic stability. Learn what fuels this historic expansion.
Hyderabad CM Revanth Reddy urges women to elect pro-development sarpanches in upcoming panchayat elections. Kodangal to become model constituency with major projects underway.
Olympic champion Abhinav Bindra urges India to use its 2036 Games bid as a catalyst for grassroots sports development and societal health, not just a two-week event.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis launches Maha-Deva football program with Tiger Shroff as ambassador. Initiative aims to transform school sports infrastructure and nurture young talent.
Punjab Pickleball Association launches grassroots initiative to introduce pickleball in schools across Punjab. Learn how this emerging sport is gaining popularity.
The post-pandemic economy sees rise of solo consumers as people increasingly travel, dine and spend alone. Discover how this new economic force is transforming markets globally.
President Trump reverses tariff policy after one year as inflation spikes and political support crumbles. Analysis of how protectionism hurt American economy and global standing.
Explore how India and the US are shaping global market cycles and creating unprecedented investor opportunities. Discover the side-by-side analysis of these economic powerhouses.
Goa's boys and girls lacrosse teams secure silver medals at National Championships just two years after the sport's introduction. Learn how this Olympic sport is growing in India.