Reporting on Indian sport.
Long-form features, policy explainers and the stories behind the scoreline.
Tactical Evolution in the ISL: The Shift Toward Possession-Based Play
Technical analysis of how Indian Super League clubs are transitioning from counter-attacking styles to structured positional play and high-pressing systems.
Indian Esports Sector Navigates Regulatory Frameworks and Professionalization
The Indian esports industry matures as stakeholders call for clearer government regulations and more structured league formats to attract long-term investment.
Tamil Nadu Launches Targeted Programs to Boost Women’s Participation
A new initiative by the Tamil Nadu Sports Development Authority focuses on providing dedicated coaching and safe training environments for female athletes.
Haryana Updates Cash Award Policy to Prioritize Grassroots Success
Haryana modifies its sports policy to offer immediate financial incentives for junior and sub-junior achievements, aiming to support athletes early in their careers.
Rs 9.75 Crore Approved for Delhi Athletes
Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood approves Rs 9.75 crore for 89 elite and 34 school athletes. Elite athletes can get up to Rs 20 lakh for training.
National Body Sets New Standards for Private Academy Accreditation
The Sports Authority of India introduces a new accreditation framework for private sports academies to ensure uniform training standards and prevent the exploitation of young athletes.
Handball Federation of India Initiates Governance Reforms to Boost League Prospects
Internal restructuring within the Handball Federation of India aims to create a transparent environment for the upcoming professional league and international participation.
Pro Kabaddi Season 11 Focuses on Deep Market Penetration in Tier-2 Cities
As the Pro Kabaddi League enters its eleventh season, organizers are shifting strategic focus toward mid-sized urban clusters to sustain viewership growth and local sponsorship interest.
The Rise of Indian Doubles in the Global Badminton Hierarchy
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty redefine India's badminton identity as SAI centers pivot focus toward doubles specialized coaching and infrastructure.
Ultimate Kho Kho Analyzes Franchise Sustainability and League Economics
With a focus on low operational overheads and high-speed broadcast formats, the Ultimate Kho Kho league seeks to establish a viable financial model for its second and third seasons.
Tamil Nadu Launches Specialized Scholarship Program for Women Athletes
The Tamil Nadu state government has unveiled a new financial assistance program specifically targeting female athletes from rural backgrounds to reduce dropout rates in professional sports.
Handball Association of India Implements Reforms to Professionalize League
The Handball Association of India initiates a series of governance reforms and infrastructure upgrades to support the growth of the Premier Handball League.
I-League and ISL Promotion Pathway: Navigating the Financial Divide
The introduction of promotion and relegation between the I-League and ISL presents new logistical and financial hurdles for India's historic football clubs.
Shooting Reform and Technical Precision in India's Olympic Program
After a period of structural recalibration, the National Rifle Association of India and TOPS are seeing the fruits of a modernized approach to elite shooting competition.
Handball Federation Reforms Aim to Professionalize National Circuit
The Handball Association of India implements new administrative reforms to align with international standards and prepare for upcoming Asian qualifiers.
Ultimate Kho Kho Analyzes Franchise Sustainability and Private Investment
The Ultimate Kho Kho league enters its next phase with a focus on narrowing the gap between operational costs and franchise revenue through centralized sponsorship deals.
Indian Athletics Shifts Focus Beyond Neeraj Chopra in Javelin Discipline
While Neeraj Chopra remains the face of Indian athletics, the Target Olympic Podium Scheme and SAI regional hubs are fostering a deeper pipeline of elite throwers for the 2028 Los Angeles cycle.
The AIFF New Roadmap: Reintegrating the I-League into the National Pyramid
Recent policy shifts by the All India Football Federation aim to revitalize the I-League as a primary developmental hub while strengthening youth academy mandates.
Odisha Leverages PPP Model to Expand Rural Sports Infrastructure
The Odisha government partners with private corporations to develop high-performance centers and rural stadiums, establishing a sustainable financial framework for grassroots sports development across the state.
MYAS Overhauls Athlete Welfare Policies to Secure Retired Medalists
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports updates its pension and welfare schemes, expanding coverage for international medalists and simplifying the application process for emergency medical assistance and financial grants.
Indian Esports Sector Navigates Recognition and Regulatory Frameworks
As esports gains official recognition as a multi-sport event in India, the industry is transitioning from a localized gaming scene into a structured economic ecosystem.
India’s Chess Renaissance Attracts Non-Endemic Institutional Investors
The recent global successes of Indian grandmasters are translating into a commercial boom for chess, with corporate India viewing the sport as a premium branding vehicle.
Karnataka Introduces Targeted Cash Awards for Female Athletes
The Karnataka state cabinet approves a specialized sports policy for women, offering enhanced cash incentives and dedicated coaching programs to bridge the gender gap in professional sports representation.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Mandates Strict Governance for NSFs
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports introduces mandatory compliance measures for National Sports Federations to ensure transparency and accountability in athlete selection.
BCCI Restructures Central Contracts to Prioritize Domestic Participation
The Board of Control for Cricket in India implements new eligibility criteria for central contracts, mandating participation in the Ranji Trophy for all non-injured centrally contracted players.
Haryana Launches Specialized Training Programs for Rural Women Athletes
The Haryana sports department introduces targeted interventions to increase female participation in combat sports and athletics at the village level.
Asian Games 2026 Day 14: India Beat Pakistan to Retain Men's Cricket Gold
India beat Pakistan by 19 runs in the men's T20 cricket final in Nisshin to retain the Asian Games title and complete a cricket double, after the women's team earlier won gold against Sri Lanka.
India vs Brazil: Historic Friendly at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium, Match Preview, Kick-off Time and Where to Watch
Brazil play India for the first time at senior men's level tonight in Kolkata. Here is everything you need to know.
Unnati Sharma wins judo bronze in women's 63kg at CWG 2026
Unnati Sharma claimed the bronze medal in the women's 63 kg judo category at the Commonwealth Games 2026, adding to India's growing judo tally in Glasgow.
Jadumani Singh Mandengbam wins silver in men's 55 kg boxing
Jadumani Singh Mandengbam won a silver medal in the men's 55 kg boxing event at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow.
Arundhati Choudhary scripts history with gold in women's 70 kg boxing
Arundhati Choudhary won the gold medal in the women's 70 kg boxing event at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026.
Ankush Panghal wins gold in men's 80 kg boxing at CWG 2026
Ankush Panghal claimed the gold medal in the men's 80 kg boxing category at the 2026 Commonwealth Games with a commanding display of strength and skill.
Gulveer Singh makes history with 5000m bronze at CWG 2026
Gulveer Singh won bronze in the men's 5000 m at the Commonwealth Games 2026, becoming the first Indian to win two athletics medals at a single Commonwealth Games.
Historic day for Indian Judo: Harsh Singh wins Gold at CWG 2026
Harsh Singh won gold in judo at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, a landmark result for the sport in India.
Khelo India expansion approved, assistance to national sports federations increased
The Government has approved an expansion of the Khelo India scheme along with increased assistance to national sports federations, promising better training, modern facilities and more opportunities for young athletes.
Bindyarani Devi wins Bronze for India in Women's 58kg Weightlifting at Glasgow CWG
Manipur's Bindyarani Devi Sorokhaibam added another weightlifting medal to India's Commonwealth Games tally, clinching Bronze in the Women's 58kg category at Glasgow — a result built on years of grit at the NSNIS Patiala camp.