Tag: sports
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‘Killer’ Kindness
Criminal action deserves punishment in accordance with the Indian Penal Code ~ nothing less suffices. Thus, while holding no brief for allegedly-tainted sports administrators Suresh Kalmadi and Abhay Singh Chautala, it is necessary to ask the sports minister if his outrage against both of them being declared honorary life-presidents of the Indian Olympic Association is …
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December 31, 2016 -
Kalmadi backs off, Chautala defiant; Ministry furious with IOA
Suresh Kalmadi chose to back off but Abhay Singh Chautala remained defiant even as the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) on Wednesday invited the Sports Ministry's wrath and widespread outrage for its inexplicable decision to make the scam-tainted duo its Life Presidents. Kalmadi and Chautala were elevated to the position at the IOA's Annual General Meeting …
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December 28, 2016 -
Dangal: Aamir Khan inspires students to focus on sports
Not only is he set to astonish viewers with his forthcoming film Dangal, Aamir Khan is also inspiring young minds to focus on sports and to follow their hearts. The 50-year-old was seen in Hyderabad at a B-school to inspire students on the importance of sports in life. Known as the business hub of the …
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December 19, 2016 -
Uttarakhand gets its first international cricket stadium
Bringing cheers for the sports lovers, the first international cricket stadium of Uttarakhand was thrown open for public in Dehradun on Friday. The Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium is located at Raipur, in lush green locality with Mussoorie hills forming the backdrop. Though Uttarakhand was able to develop an international cricket stadium in 16 year …
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December 16, 2016 -
Real Madrid wins, Sevilla keeps up pace in La Liga
Ronaldo scored twice in the first 18 minutes to put his side 2-0 ahead against a rival struggling in the relegation zone.
November 27, 2016 -
Better academic performance
Not just for exercise, sports has helped Outram Secondary School teachers inspire and motivate students to make lessons more authentic.
November 22, 2016 -
Wanted to build a big partnership with Kohli: Pujara
Pujara scored a brilliant 119 on the opening day of the second Test match against England.
November 17, 2016 -
Centre to set up online talent scout portal
The centre has decided to set up an online portal to scout talent across sports disciplines within a month, according to union Sports Minister Vijay Goel. "The platform shall enable them to get identified for further grooming by renowned national and international sports trainers under the MoYAS," Goel tweeted. "The portal will be an integrated …
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September 17, 2016 -
Italian football is very competitive: Joao Mario
Portuguese midfielder Joao Mario, one of the recent signings of Italian football side Inter Milan, has said Serie A is "very competitive" and his team will have to work hard to finish in a qualifying position for an European competition. "I hope to help (my team-mates) on the pitch. Italian football is very competitive, so …
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September 8, 2016 -
‘Poorna’ encapsulates my love for cinema, sports: Rahul Bose
Starring in soul-stirring films one after another, Rahul Bose has had his fair share in both, mainstream and parallel cinema. Not only has he made a successful stint as an actor, but as a director and a producer too. And with his latest pursuit, he is all set to give his best and get the …
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September 1, 2016 -
Rain stops India’s chase in second T20
Chasing 144 to win and level the series, India were 15 without loss when rain stopped play in the second and final Twenty20 cricket international, here on Sunday. India bundled out West Indies for 143 in 19.4 overs after electing to bowl. The match has already suffered a 40-minute delayed start due to techincal reasons. …
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August 28, 2016 -
Will focus on Superseries, World No.1: Sindhu
Basking in Olympic glory, star shuttler Pusarla Venkata Sindhu has now set her eyes on the World Superseries, the only trophy missing from her cabinet, while becoming the World No.1 remains her ultimate goal. The tall 5′ 11" silver medallist in women’s singles badminton at Rio Olympics is conscious of the fact that she will …
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August 25, 2016 -