Indian batting star Smriti Mandhana has revealed that the 2025 ICC Women’s World Cup was one of the most emotionally challenging phases of her career, particularly following India’s narrow loss to England during the league stage of the tournament. Despite scoring a fluent 88 in that crucial match, Mandhana’s dismissal…
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National Sports Governance Rules 2026 Notified by Centre
In a significant step towards reforming the country’s sports administration, the Union Government has officially notified the National Sports Governance (National Sports Bodies) Rules, 2026. Issued under the National Sports Governance Act, 2025, the new rules aim to bring transparency, inclusivity, and accountability to the functioning of National Sports Bodies…
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PM Modi Congratulates Koneru Humpy on FIDE Rapid Bronze
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated Indian chess grandmaster Koneru Humpy for winning the bronze medal in the women’s section at the 2025 FIDE World Rapid Chess Championship held in Doha, Qatar. Praising her determination and consistency, the Prime Minister described her achievement as a proud moment for…
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Mann Ki Baat 2025: PM Modi Highlights India’s Major Achievements
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday used the 129th edition of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat to reflect on India’s major achievements in 2025, calling it a year filled with moments of national pride and renewed self-confidence. Addressing citizens across the country, the Prime Minister said…
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Khelo Bharat Niti 2025: Driving Inclusive Sports Growth
The Union Government has set an ambitious target to transform India’s sports landscape through the newly announced Khelo Bharat Niti-2025. The policy focuses on equitable sports infrastructure, universal participation, and stronger support systems for athletes from tribal communities, Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes, women, rural populations, and other marginalized groups. The details…
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Indian Railways Promotes Women’s World Cup Stars to OSD
In a landmark move recognizing sporting excellence, Indian Railways has promoted three key members of India’s victorious 2025 ICC Women’s World Cup squad Pratika Rawal, Sneh Rana, and Renuka Singh Thakur to the prestigious post of Officer on Special Duty (Sports) in Group ‘B’ through Out-of-Turn Promotion. The promotion entitles…
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PM Modi Hails Blind Women’s T20 World Cup Champions
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi warmly interacted with India’s Blind Women’s T20 World Cup champions, acknowledging their remarkable journey and celebrating their historic victory. Highlighting the players’ perseverance and skill, he described them as trailblazers who have created a unique identity through dedication and hard work. During the interaction, the…
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Indian Women Win Blind T20 World Cup, Receive Honour
The Ministry of Women and Child Development hosted a special felicitation ceremony today to honour the Indian Women’s Cricket Team for the Blind, celebrating their extraordinary achievement in winning the inaugural T20 World Cup held in November 2025. Union Minister for Women & Child Development, Smt. Annpurna Devi, personally felicitated…
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President Murmu Meets World Cup-Winning Indian Women’s Team
President Droupadi Murmu received members of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 winning Indian squad at Rashtrapati Bhavan and hailed them as role models for the nation. President hails unity, resilience and historic win In a cordial ceremony on Thursday, President Murmu congratulated each player for India’s historic triumph…
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PM Modi Congratulates ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Champions
New Delhi, November 7, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 champions at his residence, celebrating India’s historic victory over South Africa in the finals. PM Modi Praises Team’s Determination and Spirit Prime Minister Modi congratulated the players for their exceptional performance and resilience…