Rural Sports Orgs Seek More Involvement in National Events
Rural sports organisations in Punjab demand greater inclusion in national event planning, citing neglect of traditional games and grassroots talent. They urge government action.
Rural sports organisations in Punjab demand greater inclusion in national event planning, citing neglect of traditional games and grassroots talent. They urge government action.
Ahmedabad hosts a major Sports Governance Conclave on Friday, featuring top officials like Sujata Chaturvedi. The event will focus on integrity, policy, and the future of Indian sports. Read more.
In Kashmir, a subtle form of silencing is unfolding. People are retreating from journalists due to state pressure, social fear, and militant threats. Explore the quiet crisis.
The Sports Hub in Kanpur begins free 3-month coaching for 250 children from weaker sections. The initiative has already produced 126 district-level medalists. Read how this program is changing lives.
At least 14 journalists, mostly foreign, detained in Caracas amid political upheaval. Delcy Rodriguez sworn in as interim president. Read the full report on the crackdown.
Raj Express defeats Swadesh Jyoti by 31 runs in the IES-Digiana Inter Press Cricket Tournament 2026. Prashant Gurjar's hat-trick leads the victory. Read for match highlights and scores.
Journalists in Jalandhar hold a massive protest against the filing of FIRs on media professionals, demanding the right to report freely. Read more about their demands.
Jalandhar is set for a major sports tech boost with a new Rs 10 crore extension centre. This initiative aims to foster innovation and create skilled jobs in the sports industry. Read more.
SAD President Sukhbir Badal condemns AAP govt for framing journalists & RTI activists. He alleges misuse of state funds & helicopter. Read full details.
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav praised journalists as cricket's frontline bowlers at the Bhopal Sports Journalists' cricket tournament. Read about his hat-trick attendance and the event's legacy.
Journalists in Punjab have appealed to Governor Gulab Chand Kataria to intervene and seek the withdrawal of cases filed against YouTubers for posts about CM Bhagwant Mann's helicopter. Read the full story.
Met Office confirms 2025 as UK's hottest & sunniest year. Also, Yemen airstrikes kill 20, Pakistan court sentences 7 to life, and Chhattisgarh HC grants bail. Stay updated.
Haryana announces a major Rs 491 crore project to develop Rai Sports University in Sonepat, aiming to create a world-class sports education and training hub.
The Kerala Union of Working Journalists slams SNDP Yogam general secretary Vellappally Natesan for his derogatory comments targeting a female TV reporter. Read about the controversy and demands for an apology.
A Pakistani anti-terrorism court has sentenced eight journalists and commentators to life imprisonment for online activity linked to Imran Khan's party. The convictions stem from the May 9, 2023 protests.
The IFJ reports 128 journalists and media workers killed in 2025, with the Middle East being the deadliest region. Press freedom faces a global crisis.
Chandigarh Press Club demands withdrawal of FIRs against journalists & YouTubers over Punjab CM's helicopter row. Read about the media freedom clash.
The International Federation of Journalists reports 128 media workers killed in 2025, with the Middle East being the most dangerous region. Read the shocking details and global impact.
A new report reveals a severe decline in press freedom in Pakistan, with journalists facing censorship, intimidation, and violence. Learn the shocking details of the crackdown.
BJP and SAD leaders accuse Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann of stifling democracy after FIR against RTI activist Manik Goyal and others. Read the full story.
The National Sports Governance Act is now partially enforced, bringing new rules for federations. Learn about the key changes and what it means for Indian sports.
Veteran leader Basavaraj Horatti emphasized the critical role of the fourth estate in upholding public trust at the Press Club of Bengaluru's annual awards ceremony. Read his full message.
India's landmark National Sports Governance Act partially takes effect from January 1, 2026, establishing a new framework for sports bodies, a National Sports Board, and a Tribunal. Read about the key changes.
A new report reveals a shocking three-fold increase in press freedom violations in Nepal during 2025, with 118 journalists affected and two killed. Read the full details and analysis.
Veteran actor Jaya Bachchan faces severe criticism from journalists and paparazzi after her derogatory remarks about their attire and background. Key figures like Varinder Chawla and Viral Bhayani react strongly. Read the full story here.
Arunachal's Rupa Bayor, a sports trailblazer, calls on every girl to take up sports. She highlights its life-changing benefits and the power of shared experience for empowerment.
Afghan journalists report severe restrictions and delays in accessing official information from the Taliban government, threatening press freedom. Read the full report on the growing media crisis.
PM Modi states nepotism in Indian sports is over, enabling talent from poor backgrounds to excel. Sports budget now exceeds ₹3000 crore, a significant rise from pre-2014 levels.
South Asian media bodies condemn violent attacks on Prothom Alo and The Daily Star offices in Dhaka. They demand the release of over 100 detained journalists and call for justice. Read more.
Bangladeshi journalists report death threats and surveillance before the 2026 elections. Offices of Prothom Alo and The Daily Star were attacked. Read about the escalating press freedom crisis.