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New Delhi [India], November 7: For most professional footballers, the dream ends when the final whistle blows on their playing career. Some move into coaching. Others become commentators or administrators. Very few choose to rebuild the system that shaped them.Sharath Kuniyil belongs to that rare group.Long before he became the Founder and Chairman of WAWU Foundation and the Founder & Director of Ofioh Sporty, Sharath was known for his calm presence between the goalposts.Representing Kerala in the Santosh Trophy, captaining Viva Kerala in the I-League, and becoming the first goalkeeper from Kerala to captain an I-League club, his career reflected years of discipline, perseverance, and leadership. He also represented renowned clubs including Chirag United, Mohammedan Sportin...

New Delhi [India], October 29: Salim Diwan has taken ownership of Rajasthan Rangers ahead of Season 8 of the Tennis Premier League (TPL), bringing a renewed focus on building a competitive team and strengthening the franchise’s connection with tennis fans.Under Diwan’s leadership, Rajasthan Rangers will look to bring together experience, team spirit and a shared commitment to performance. His broader vision includes supporting the growth of Indian tennis and the aspirations of Indian men and women competing on the global stage, including at the Olympic Games.The announcement was made at an event held at Four Seasons Hotel, Mumbai, where the franchise unveiled its plans for the upcoming season, with Indian tennis icon Sania Mirza joining Rajasthan Rangers as its Brand Ambassador. Th...

Advocate Gourav Bedi Named Indian Team Observer for 5th Asian Para Games 2026, Marking a Milestone for Haryana and Indian Para SportsNew Delhi [India], October 15: In a significant development for Indian para sports and a proud moment for the state of Haryana, Advocate Gourav Bedi, son of Shri Krishan Kumar Bedi, Cabinet Minister in the Government of Haryana, has been nominated as an Observer of the Indian Team for the 5th Asian Para Games 2026, scheduled to be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.Advocate Gourav Bedi currently serves as the Director of Strategy & Planning for the India Para Powerlifting Unit under the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI). His nomination for this international responsibility marks an important milestone in his professional journey and highlights his grow...

A new gaming hub where players can discover games, earn GG Coins and get closer to real rewardsNew Delhi [India], October 14: Gully Games, a new gaming hub designed to bring games, progress and rewards into one experience, is gearing up for its upcoming launch. The platform aims to give players more than just another place to play by introducing a simple progression layer where gameplay can translate into GG Coins and opportunities to participate in reward contests.The concept is built around a simple philosophy: “Play. Progress. Win Real.”One Hub. Multiple Games. One Progress Journey.Gully Games is designed to bring multiple gaming experiences together in one destination, allowing players to discover games while keeping track of their overall progress. As the platform grow...

India’s newest professional volleyball league gets underway on October 6 with 10 franchises, high-voltage action, and a grand opening ceremony.Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 6: The wait is almost over. Indian volleyball is ready for a new beginning.The Volleyball Champions League (VCL) is set to officially begin its inaugural season on 6 October 2026, bringing together some of the country’s finest volleyball talent, ten ambitious franchises, and thousands of passionate fans under one roof at the Noida Indoor Stadium.The league will kick off with a grand opening ceremony from 6:30 PM onwards, setting the stage for an evening that promises sport, entertainment, and the arrival of a new chapter for professional volleyball in India. Adding to the excitement, the opening cer...

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 5: The Haryana Hurricanes have completed an intensive training camp in Dehradun, marking an important phase in their preparations for the inaugural season of the Volleyball Champions League (VCL).The camp saw the entire squad come together for a focused period of training, with the players putting in long hours on court to sharpen their skills, improve fitness and build stronger combinations ahead of the league. Under the guidance of the coaching staff, the team worked extensively on tactical execution, match situations, communication and overall team coordination, with a clear focus on developing the chemistry required to compete at the highest level.The Hurricanes will now take this preparation into their league campaign, which begins on 6 O...

Hemanshu Pal Singh Jadon crowned Overall Champion; Shiksha Jain wins Girls’ CategoryJaipur (Rajasthan) [India], September 26: The third season of the Talent Identification Golf Tournament, organised by 100 Medals Targeted Foundation and Adpod Communications, was held on 25th September at the Army Golf Course, bringing together young golfers and caddies from across three categories — Girls (up to 21 years), Boys (up to 18 years), and Caddies (16 to 29 years).Col Himmat Verma, Director, 100 Medals Targeted Foundation, informed that a total of 62 players took part in the tournament, comprising 7 girls, 10 boys, and 45 caddies. Hemanshu Pal Singh Jadon emerged as the Overall Champion, while Ms Shiksha Jain claimed the top spot in the Girls’ category.Lt Gen PS Shekhawat, Chief of St...

New Delhi [India], September 18: The Nagoya Women’s Marathon, which will take place on Sunday, March 14, 2027, announced that entries are now open for Indian women for the 2027 edition of the prestigious event.Guinness World Record-certified world’s largest all-women marathon brings together 22,000 runnersExclusive Baccarat crystal tumbler awarded to every finisherThe Nagoya Women’s Marathon, held in Nagoya, Aichi, Japan, is the world’s largest women-only marathon, certified by Guinness World Records. For 2027, the race capacity has been expanded by 2,000 to 22,000 runners. From first-time marathoners to experienced runners chasing a new personal best, and from 19-year-olds to runners in their 80s, women of all ages and backgrounds will take on the same 42.195 km course, each...