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Sports Ministry constitutes task force for revival, development of Formula 1 in India
The task force members include: Kunal, the Joint Secretary, Department of Sports; Joint Secretary, Department of Commerce; Joint Secretary, Ministry of Tourism; Representatives from CBIC & CBDT, Department of Revenue; Representatives from Uttar Pradesh & Maharashtra State Governments; Representatives from Buddh International Circuit (BIC) & Madras International Circuit (MIC); President/Secretary General, Federation of Motor Sports…
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‘This was my last World Cup’: Bhuvneshwar reveals why India return hopes faded
Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s impressive IPL seasons have reignited discussions about his potential return to the Indian team. He admitted feeling deserving of another opportunity while stressing it is not his sole motivation. The veteran pacer has accepted his current omission from the national squad. Bhuvneshwar sensed his 2022 World Cup career might have concluded after the…
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Mohsin Naqvi ‘didn’t object’ to India refusing Asia Cup trophy from him, says BCCI
India beat Sri Lanka by 72 runs in the Asia Cup final in Dubai on Sunday, but the team did not accept the trophy from Naqvi. It was the second year in a row that an Indian team skipped receiving the Asia Cup trophy from the ACC chairman, after the men’s team did the same…
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‘The mistakes I made, I won’t make again’: Animesh Kujur ready for Asian Games
Animesh Kujur arrives in Aichi-Nagoya with a 10.14 personal best in the 100m and the national 200m record of 20.32. He has gained confidence from international competitions, learned how to manage his body, when to peak and when to reduce the load. With strong Asian competition ahead, including Japan’s Shuhei Tada and Soshi Mizukubo, Kujur…
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Chappell leads seven Australia captains in appeal to minister over Imran Khan
In a heartfelt appeal, seven former Australian cricket captains have reached out to Foreign Minister Penny Wong, urging her to communicate humanitarian concerns regarding Imran Khan’s imprisonment to the Pakistani authorities. With growing worries about his health and treatment, they emphasized the importance of sufficient medical care and the need for regular family contact, echoing…
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Hockey India mess ‘not something that can’t be resolved’: Sports Ministry source
The Sports Ministry is hopeful about settling the existing internal conflicts within Hockey India. Officials aim for a harmonious agreement before stepping in with direct measures. Disagreements persist between Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey and secretary general Bhola Nath Singh. A meeting was convened to address the current issues, including a change in jersey color.…
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Cummins warns Australia of ‘hostility’ on first SA Test tour since Sandpaper Gate
As the Australian cricket team gears up for a Test series in South Africa, captain Pat Cummins anticipates a wave of hostility from local fans. He feels the squad has put the 2018 ball-tampering incident behind them and admits that the expected backlash from supporters hasn’t been as fierce as presumed.
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‘I pity Samson’: Ex-cricketer slams Gambhir and management over Sooryavanshi
Kris Srikkanth questioned why Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was left out of India’s T20 opening match. He emphasized Sooryavanshi’s remarkable performance against Zimbabwe, where he was named Player of the Series, and criticized the team management for not giving him a fair opportunity. Furthermore, Srikkanth expressed concern over the inconsistent selection of Sanju Samson and called for…
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Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr script history, break Argentine club’s 87-year-old record
The Saudi Pro League record was confirmed on Saturday when substitute Abdullah Al-Hamdan scored from long range to earn Al Nassr a 1-1 draw against Al Khaleej. The goal took Al Nassr past the previous record of 93 consecutive league matches set by Buenos Aires-based Club Atlético River Plate between September 1936 and June 1939.
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Sydney Sweeney ad sparks fury as female athletes hit back over sexualisation
An advertising campaign featuring Sydney Sweeney has ignited backlash from female athletes who feel it diminishes their hard-earned accomplishments. Olympic swimmer Ariarne Titmus voiced her discontent over the objectification of women, while sprinter Amy Hunt emphasized the dedication behind athleticism. Former gymnast Gracie Kramer echoed these concerns, reflecting on her own experiences and the importance…