In an exclusive chat, Saina Nehwal reveals how her historic Olympic bronze transformed Indian badminton, her training secrets, mental strength, and a message for parents of aspiring athletes.
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu will attend Siddhartha Academy's golden jubilee event in Vijayawada. Union Minister K Rammohan Naidu is special guest. Details inside.
Padmaja Singh clinched a staggering seven titles at the Shri O N Dixit Memorial Winter District Badminton tournament in Jaipur. Tejeshwar Poonia, Nikhil Nath Yogi & Advita Sharma also shone. Read full report.
The South Zone Inter-University Men's Badminton Tournament 2026 commenced at KL University, featuring 896 players from 128 universities. SAAP Chairman outlined key sports initiatives. Read more.
Vijayawada, crucial to Andhra's capital region, has seen no major infrastructure project completion in a decade. Residents and entrepreneurs decry systematic neglect despite the city's economic contribution. Read more.
Inspired by Satwiksairaj Rankireddy & Chirag Shetty's historic success, badminton doubles entries in India have skyrocketed by up to 70%. Discover how champions are reshaping the sport's grassroots landscape nationwide.
Inspired by Satwiksairaj Rankireddy & Chirag Shetty, Indian badminton sees a massive 70% surge in doubles entries. States report 10% annual growth as the sport's geography expands nationally. Read more.
Rising shuttler Padmaja Singh won two titles and reached two more finals on Day 4 of the O N Dixit Memorial Jaipur District Winter Badminton Championships. Get all the results and highlights.
Newly elected KBA President Raghavendra Bangarappa prioritizes resolving the long-standing conflict with the Badminton Association of India to ensure Karnataka's smooth participation in national events.
19-year-old Sanskar Saraswat from Jodhpur clinched the Guwahati Masters Super 100 title, emerging from a non-traditional badminton hub and challenging the sport's established geography in India. Discover his journey.
Rashi Singhal clinched the U-11 girls singles title at the Shri O N Dixit Memorial District Open Badminton tournament in Jaipur. Read about the thrilling semi-finals and finals action.
NHAI will soon invite tenders to widen and deepen drain canals on NH-16 from Ramavarappadu to Nidamanuru in Vijayawada, aiming to solve chronic water stagnation and road damage. The Rs 10 crore project promises completion within 100 days of tender finalis
The 36th Vijayawada Book Festival kicks off Jan 2-11 at IGMC Stadium with 280 stalls. Inaugurated by Justice Pamidighantam Narasimha, it features launches, governor visits, and cultural programs. Explore the literary extravaganza!
Vijayawada welcomed 2025 with massive street parties and spiritual fervor. Police ensured security as crowds thronged Bandar Road and temples like Kanakadurga. Read more about the city's dual celebrations.
Grandmaster Nischitha creates history by joining the Karnataka Badminton Association's executive committee. She also holds a record eight consecutive senior state women's doubles titles.
Stay ahead with the biggest updates from Vijayawada today. Get the latest on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments. Watch the full video for complete coverage.
Varsha Singh defeated top seed Aaradhya Dhingra in a thrilling U-17 match to reach the O N Dixit Memorial quarter-finals. Get all results from Jaipur's junior badminton action.
As Vijayawada enters 2026, residents demand action on stalled projects like the airport terminal, West Bypass, and flyovers. Will this be the year promises turn into progress? Read more.
Himaksh caused a major upset by defeating second seed Siddhant Singh on Day 1 of the Shri O N Dixit Memorial Winter Jaipur District Open Badminton Championship. Over 500 players are competing.
Shikha Gautam & Ashwini Bhat defy odds to win women's doubles at 87th Senior National Badminton Championships. Read their inspiring journey from obscurity to the top.
Surya Charishma Tamiri, a 19-year-old from Vijayawada with no formal academy training, shocks top seeds to claim the women's Senior National badminton title. Read her incredible journey.
Tamil Nadu's first government-funded para-badminton academy opens in Chennai's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, offering dedicated training space for athletes. Read about the inspiring players and their Paralympic dreams.
Vijayawada Municipal Corporation launches major greening initiative, planting 550 bougainvillea saplings and targeting 10,000 trees to reduce pollution and enhance city beauty. Read more.
Andhra Pradesh High Court directs state to shift destitutes to shelters, seeks affidavit on steps taken. Shocked by lack of women's shelter in Vijayawada.
Surya Charishma Tamiri, 19, clinched the women's singles title at the 87th Senior National Badminton Championships in Vijayawada, defeating 14-year-old Tanvi Patri. Read about this future-defining clash.
14-year-old Tanvi Patri lost the women's singles final at the 2025 Senior National Badminton Championships but earned rich praise from PV Sindhu. Surya Charishma won the title in Vijayawada.
Surya Charishma Tamiri and Rithvik Sanjeevi clinched the women's and men's singles titles at the Senior National Badminton Championships. Read about their thrilling victories and the doubles finals results.
A look back at Indian badminton in 2025, where Lakshya Sen and the duo of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy & Chirag Shetty delivered standout performances, while a new generation offered promise for the future.
Local star Surya Charishma Tamiri reaches the women's singles final at the 87th Senior National Badminton Championships. She will battle 14-year-old sensation Tanvi Patri for the title. Read the full match report.
Vijayawada's chronic traffic congestion may finally see relief in 2026 with the completion of the Rs 2,700 crore West Bypass. Learn how this 48-km project will transform commuting.