Category: Sports

Lucknow: The Lucknow Golf Club has expressed deep sorrow over the demise of  Vijay Kumar, one of India’s most accomplished professional golfers and a former Indian Open champion. In an official obituary issued on Tuesday, the club’s Managing Committee paid rich tributes to Kumar, describing him as a “true giant of Indian golf” whose legacy will continue to inspire generations of players. He was also a distinguished member of the club. Born in Lucknow on December 29, 1968, Vijay Kumar turned professional in 1988 and went on to dominate the…

Bareilly: A grand sports meet was organised at the Deen Dayal Upadhyay Stadium of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University on Tuesday, drawing enthusiastic participation from students across disciplines. The event is part of a series of programmes being conducted in celebration of Gujarat Foundation Day and is being held under the inspiration of the Governor and the guidance of the Vice-Chancellor. The sports extravaganza will continue till May 1, 2026. A range of competitions including the 100-metre race, shot put, long jump, and wrestling were held during the day. Both…

Bengaluru: A special goalkeeping camp for the Indian women’s hockey team is currently underway at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) centre in Bengaluru, aimed at strengthening the team’s defensive unit ahead of key international tournaments this year. The camp is being conducted by experienced Northern Ireland goalkeeping coach David Williamson and will continue until May 2, 2026. It is being held under the supervision of the team’s chief coach Sjoerd Marijne, who has emphasized the importance of specialized training for goalkeepers at this stage of the season. Focus on…

Mumbai: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has welcomed the start of construction of the cricket stadium at Pomona in Los Angeles County, California, marking a major milestone as the sport prepares for its historic Olympic return at LA28 after 128 years. Upon the start of construction, Jay Shah, ICC Chairman, said: “These are very exciting times for the game of cricket as it makes giant strides in establishing itself as a global sport. Our focus has been on expanding the footprint of cricket and being part of the Olympic movement…

Shardul Thakur, Tushar Deshpande, Ayush Mhatre and Sarfaraz Khan among other key names retained, while Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ajinkya Rahane are allotted as Icon Players, with franchises locking core squads ahead of Season 4 Mumbai: The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has set the stage for a blockbuster T20 Mumbai League 2026, unveiling a star-studded list of player retentions featuring India captain Suryakumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer and Shivam Dube. With elite performers such as U-19 World Cup-winning captain Ayush Mhatre, Shardul Thakur, Tushar Deshpande and Sarfaraz Khan retained, and Yashasvi Jaiswal…

Johannesburg: Former South Africa batting great Hashim Amla has thrown his weight behind rising star Connor Esterhuizen, predicting a bright international future for the young batter following his rapid rise across formats. Esterhuizen’s career has surged dramatically over the past month. The 24-year-old was named Player of the Series during South Africa’s tour of New Zealand, impressing in his maiden outing for the Proteas. His performances in Aotearoa also earned him a call-up to the Indian Premier League, where Gujarat Titans signed him as a replacement for England’s Tom Banton.…

Mumbai: Punjab Kings Captain Shreyas Iyer, fuelled by a relentless drive to prove doubters wrong after injuries, is determined to help his side lift their first-ever TATA IPL trophy in the 2026 edition. Speaking on JioStar’s ‘Believe’ to Irfan Pathan, Iyer elaborated on overcoming injuries, building a strong mindset, and embracing the responsibility of finishing games for his team. Speaking on JioStar’s ‘Believe’, Punjab Kings Captain Shreyas Iyer spoke about his constant drive to prove naysayers wrong: “I have people around me who say that in this situation, you can’t…

Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru delivered a commanding performance in the TATA IPL 2026, crushing Delhi Capitals by nine wickets in one of the most one-sided matches of the season. Speaking after the game on JioHotstar’s Google Search AI Mode Match Centre Live and Star Sports’ Amul Cricket Live, RCB pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar shared insights into modern bowling strategies, while expert Mitchell McClenaghan reflected on standout individual performances. Adapting to Conditions Bhuvneshwar explained how his bowling approach shifts depending on pitch and conditions. On flat tracks offering little assistance, the focus…

● Community-led clean energy model enables sustainable livelihoods, women-led enterprises, and climate resilience in rural Maharashtra ● The partnership delivers reliable solar power, boosts agricultural productivity, and empowers women and communities through an integrated Climate Smart Village model Palghar, Maharashtra— Spreading Happiness InDiya Foundation (SHIF), a non-profit collaboration between Sachin Tendulkar, Sachin Tendulkar Foundation (STF)and Schneider Electric India, has transformed Guhir village in Maharashtra into a Climate Smart Village to drive clean energy access and sustainable livelihoods in rural India. The initiative focuses on enabling reliable energy access and strengthening…