MIAMI, 09 JULY 2026: Norway captain Martin Odegaard has expressed confidence that his side can upset England in their FIFA World Cup quarter-final, insisting that self-belief will be crucial despite Norway entering the contest as underdogs. Speaking ahead of the much-anticipated last-eight clash in Miami, the Arsenal midfielder said football is full of surprises and…
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Mexico City, July 6: England booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals after defeating co-hosts Mexico 3-2 in a dramatic Round of 16 encounter at the Azteca Stadium on Sunday. Despite being reduced to 10 men for a significant part of the second half, England produced a resilient display to edge past…
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Vancouver, June 27, 2026: Belgium secured a place in the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026 after producing a commanding performance against New Zealand, defeating them 5-1 in their final Group G encounter at Vancouver. The Belgian side overcame an early challenge and turned the match into a one-sided contest with a clinical…
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Mumbai, June 17, 2026: The Fit India Cyclothon Mumbai, titled “Cycling by the Sea,” was led by Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya at the Worli Coastal Cycle Track, reinforcing the government’s push for a healthier and more active India under the Fit India Movement. The event was organized as part of…
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New Delhi: Sheru Classic 2026, India’s premier health, fitness, and bodybuilding festival, concluded successfully at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, after a spectacular three-day run that attracted nearly 1.5 lakh visitors and around 250 athletes and fitness professionals from five countries. The event once again showcased India’s growing influence in the global fitness industry while providing…
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Washington: Hosts United States kicked off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign in impressive fashion with a commanding 4-1 victory over Paraguay, sending an early warning to their Group D rivals. The Americans dominated large portions of the contest, combining attacking flair with disciplined defending to secure a convincing win in front of an enthusiastic…
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New Delhi, June 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the demise of veteran shooting champion Jaspal Rana, describing his passing as a major loss for Indian sports. In a condolence message issued on Friday, the Prime Minister paid tribute to Rana’s remarkable contribution to shooting and his role in nurturing future generations…
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Chennai, June 8: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay surprised Indian chess prodigy R. Praggnanandhaa by engaging him in a friendly game of chess during a meeting at the Secretariat on Monday. Praggnanandhaa, one of India’s leading chess stars, had visited the Secretariat to meet the Chief Minister when Vijay unexpectedly requested officials to…
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New Delhi : Union Minister for Women and Child Development Annpurna Devi has lauded the Indian Women’s Football Team for securing the SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 title, describing the achievement as a proud moment for the nation and a reflection of the growing strength of women in sports. The Minister conveyed her congratulations after India’s…
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New Delhi, June 3: Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya on Tuesday marked World Bicycle Day 2026 with a symbolic cycling event at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi, promoting fitness, sustainability and environmental awareness. The Minister cycled along with around 30 officials and staff members…
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