India's Doping Crisis: 260 Positive Tests in 2024
India leads global doping violations for third straight year with 260 positive cases in 2024, a 3.6% positivity rate from 7,113 tests. WADA report raises concerns ahead of 2036 Olympic bid.
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India's Doping Positivity Rate Highest in WADA 2024 Report
WADA's 2024 report reveals India's 3.6% doping positivity rate is the highest among major nations, with 260 adverse findings from 7113 tests. Read the full analysis.
GU Tennis Court Littered, Students Forced to Sit in Garbage
Student athletes at Gujarat University found tennis courts littered with waste before an inter-college tournament. Read about the neglect and the demands for action.
SSI National Sports Award 2024 Celebrates 100+ Athletes
The SSI National Sports Award 2024 honoured over 100 athletes, from veterans to juniors, aiming to boost sports participation across India. Discover the inspiring winners and the award's mission.
Seema appeals 16-month suspension in doping case
Indian discus thrower Seema Punia appeals her 16-month suspension for a doping violation. The 42-year-old athlete claims she declared the medication. Read the full story.
Discus thrower Seema Punia gets 16-month doping ban
Former Asian Games gold medallist Seema Punia faces a 16-month suspension for a doping violation, adding to her past offences. NADA's latest list reveals other athlete bans. Read the full report.
Ludhiana athletes clinch silver at Khelo India University Games
Three female athletes from Ludhiana's Khalsa College for Women won silver medals at KIUG 2025 in Rajasthan. Read about their inspiring journeys in hammer throw, judo, and cycling.
Chandigarh Institute for Blind Holds Annual Sports Meet
The Institute for the Blind in Chandigarh's Sector 26 kicked off its annual sports meet at Sector 7 Complex. 168 athletes are competing across 30 events, with Sports Director Saurabh Kumar Arora promising upgraded facilities.
Seema Antil Punia gets 16-month doping ban from NADA
Veteran discus thrower Seema Antil Punia suspended for 16 months by NADA for a doping violation. This marks the third doping sanction for the 42-year-old Asian Games gold medallist. Read the full details.
Seema Punia gets 16-month suspension for doping
Indian discus thrower Seema Punia faces a 16-month ban for an anti-doping rule violation. This marks her third career controversy related to doping. Read the full details.
Blind Institute's Sports Meet Inaugurated in Chandigarh
The Institute for the Blind in Chandigarh launched its two-day annual sports meet. Over 160 students are competing with support from guide runners and volunteers. Read more about this inspiring event.
Para Athletes Protest PCI's Official Selection for Dubai Games
Para athletes accuse PCI of selecting unqualified officials for the Asian Youth Para Games in Dubai. Read about the allegations of misuse of authority and lack of transparency.
Jaunpur's World-Class Running Track Ready for Athletes
Jaunpur's new World Athletics-certified synthetic track, built at Rs 8.65 crore, promises year-round training for Purvanchal athletes, aiming for national and international glory. Read how this facility transforms local sports.
2025's Top-Earning Female Athletes Revealed
Coco Gauff, Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Świątek, Eileen Gu, and Caitlin Clark dominate the 2025 highest-paid female athletes list, showcasing massive growth in women's sports earnings. Discover their income sources and success stories here.
Top 50 Athletes Earn Record $4.23 Billion in 2025
Forbes' Olympian Rich List 2025 reveals the top 50 highest-paid athletes earned a record $4.23 billion. See which Olympic stars like Ronaldo and LeBron James lead the wealth surge. Read more!
Goa's Wellness Shift: Ironman 70.3 Draws 1300+ Athletes
Goa sheds its party image, emerging as a global wellness hub. Actress Saiyami Kher discusses the transformation, her sporting roots, and the re-release of 'Ghoomer'. Discover the new vibe!
The Missing Playbook for Women in Indian Sports
True triumph in sports comes when every girl knows a supportive structure stands behind her. Explore the gaps and the need for systemic change in women's sports in India.
Geeta Rao: Gujarat's Para-Cyclist Qualifies for 2024 Paralympics
Geeta Rao, paralysed at age 3, is now a trailblazing para-cyclist from Ahmedabad. She qualified for the 2024 Paralympics and mentors India's next generation of para-athletes. Read her inspiring journey.
UP Treats Athletes' Competition Time as Official Duty
Uttar Pradesh government ends leave hurdles for appointed athletes, declaring national/international participation as 'duty'. Cabinet also approves MoU for Varanasi stadium as National Centre of Excellence.
Udhayanidhi Stalin felicitates para-athletes in Chennai
Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin praised para-athletes at CSI Madras Diocese's sports meet. Despite heavy rains, the event at Nehru Indoor Stadium celebrated their achievements. Read more.
Olympian Tori West trains Mizoram athletes, advises on 2036 Games
Australian heptathlete Tori West conducted a two-week training camp for 150 athletes in Aizawl. She highlighted Mizoram's potential and shared insights for India's 2036 Olympic bid. Read her exclusive advice.
Tom Brady's niece Maya Brady goes first in softball draft
Maya Brady, niece of NFL legend Tom Brady, is selected first overall by Oklahoma City Spark in Athletes Unlimited Softball League Expansion Draft. Read about her stellar college career and pro prospects.
Mike Tyson: Family Pleaded After He Quit Cannabis
Mike Tyson opens up on podcast about his deep cannabis connection, a $40,000 monthly habit, and why his family begged him to start smoking again after a 5-day break.
Hooda: BJP destroyed Haryana sports infra, demands probe
Congress leader Bhupinder Singh Hooda accuses BJP govt of negligence after athletes' deaths, vows to inspect stadiums. Demands high-level probe and jobs for families.
IIS Talent Hunt for Female Taekwondo Fighters for 2028 Olympics
Inspire Institute of Sport announces talent trials in Guwahati & Trivandrum to select eight female athletes for a high-performance pathway targeting the Los Angeles Olympics. Apply now!
Madurai Para Athletes Win Big at World Games 2025
Five para athletes from Madurai excelled at World AbilitySports Games 2025 in Thailand, winning multiple medals. Coach Ranjith Kumar highlights how para sports transform lives of people with disabilities.
Rijiju Praises Manu Bhaker's Olympic Achievements
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju celebrates shooter Manu Bhaker's Olympic qualification, calling her an inspiration for future Indian athletes. Read about her remarkable journey.
Ahmedabad Wins Bid to Host 2030 Commonwealth Games
Ahmedabad confirmed as host for 2030 Commonwealth Games, the event's 100th edition. Indian athletes celebrate massive boost to sports infrastructure and home advantage.
Over 2,000 students compete in Lucknow's Athrise Championship
More than 2,000 students from 150 schools participated in Lucknow's Athrise Championship 2025 at 35 Battalion PAC. The event distributed 650 medals, celebrating athletic excellence and sportsmanship in the city.
MUJ student wins bronze at Deaflympics 2025 in Tokyo
Kushagra Singh Rajawat from Manipal University Jaipur secures bronze in 50m rifle prone at Deaflympics 2025. University celebrates national achievement. Read his inspiring journey!
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