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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...

Alwar, Rajasthan – 14th September 2026: Cricket Academy of Pathans (CAP) today expanded its presence in Rajasthan with the inauguration of its 39th centre at the Laxmi Devi Institute of Engineering & Technology (LIET) in Alwar, a key milestone that establishes its sixth centre in the state and extends its commitment to nurture emerging talent across the region.The inauguration was led by Mr. Yusuf Pathan, the celebrated former Indian cricketer and co-founder of Cricket Academy of Pathans (CAP) alongside Mr. Harmeet Vasdev, Managing Director of CAP. Their presence reinforced the academy’s vision of upholding the highest standards of coaching and creating opportunities for aspiring cricketers across the region.“Our objective is to ensure that talent and potential are identifi...

Chungreng Koren’s Road to UFC Season 5 run came to an end in Shanghai on Friday after the Manipuri fighter lost his bantamweight semifinal to Japan’s Ryo Tajima by unanimous decision. The 28-year-old, known as “The Indian Rhino”, entered the UFC’s Asia-Pacific talent tournament as a short-noticeNew Delhi [India], August 29: Chungreng Koren’s Road to UFC Season 5 run came to an end in Shanghai on Friday after the Manipuri fighter lost his bantamweight semifinal to Japan’s Ryo Tajima by unanimous decision.The 28-year-old, known as “The Indian Rhino”, entered the UFC’s Asia-Pacific talent tournament as a short-notice replacement in May. His unexpected opportunity in Macau ultimately took him through to the semifinals in Shanghai, marking a significant milestone for an Indian fighter o...

New Delhi [India], August 25: Sportswear used to have one job: perform during a workout, then get changed out of. That single-purpose model has given way to something more fluid. Fabric built for training moisture management, stretch, breathability has proven just as useful for a commute, a flight, or a full day that mixes meetings with a gym session squeezed in between.Alcis Sports, the Noida-headquartered performance-wear brand, is developing its men’s activewear portfolio along that same line. Its current focus is on the men’s polos and men’s trackpants and joggers collections categories built to move between training and daily life. Both sit alongside an already-established men’s sportswear range that includes men’s tracksuits, among other staples. The story here is less about a si...

New Delhi [India], August 12: Akhilesh Nagpal, Chief Financial Officer of Techjockey.com, presented the Moment of the Match award during the Delhi Premier League fixture between Purani Dilli 6 and Central Delhi Kings at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi.The match witnessed an outstanding performance from Yash Dhull, whose brilliant century powered Central Delhi Kings to a commanding nine-wicket victory in the rain-curtailed encounter.Representing Techjockey during the post-match presentation ceremony, Nagpal congratulated the winning side and acknowledged the growing impact of franchise-based domestic leagues in nurturing young cricketing talent across India.Speaking on the occasion, Akhilesh Nagpal said: _”The Delhi Premier League is providing an excellent platform for emerg...

New Delhi [India], July 30: The NCR T20 Cricket League has been announced to discover talented cricketers from the streets and neighborhoods of the National Capital Region (NCR). The league’s founders and directors, Nitin Sharma, Siddhant Kaushik, and Nalini Saxena, announced the same today at an event held at the National Sports Club of India (NSCI), New Delhi, and unveiled the beautiful trophy of the league. Addressing the press, Nitin Sharma and Siddhant Kaushik announced that eight teams are participating in the tournament, which runs from September 26th to October 4th, 2026. These teams include Yamuna Warriors, Faridabad Firebirds, Aravali Avengers, Gurugram Gladiators, Capital Cruisers, Delhi Dynamos, Ghaziabad Giants, and Noida Ninjas. The combination of star cricketers and budding ...

New Delhi [India], June 26: The WAKO National Kickboxing Championship was held from 17 to 21 June at Indore Public School, Indore. Athletes from across India participated in the championship. Nikshitha Tomar and Agratha Tomar delivered an outstanding performance and won a total of 10 medals, bringing pride through their achievements.  Nikshitha Tomar 3 Silver | 2 Bronze  • Point Fight – Silver (among 16 participants) • Musical Form – Silver (among 20 participants) • Other Events – 1 Silver, 2 Bronze  Agratha Tomar 1 Gold | 2 Silver | 2 Bronze  • Kick Light – Gold • Point Fight – Silver • Musical Form Team – Silver • Creative Form – Bronze • Creative Form Weapon – BronzeCoach Mukul D. BadaliaInternational kickboxing player and experienced coach Mukul D. Badalia has guided many athl...

Surat (Gujarat) [India], June 4: Reinforcing its commitment to community engagement, inclusivity, and collective growth, Eco Parkside is set to host the much-anticipated Parkside Premier League (PPL) Season 2.0 from June 5 to June 7, 2026, at the Eco Parkside Ground.Designed as more than just a sporting event, the three-day tournament aims to foster stronger social connections, encourage healthy competition, and celebrate the vibrant spirit of community living. Over the years, Eco Parkside has emerged as a benchmark for resident-driven initiatives, and PPL Season 2.0 represents another significant step in nurturing a culture of participation and togetherness.The tournament will commence with a grand opening ceremony, graced by Chief Guest Shri Kailash Ji Hakim, whose presence is ex...

New Delhi [India], May 26: The gaming industry is rapidly transforming into one of India’s largest digital entertainment sectors, and most platforms are racing to host the next tournament. Espotz, founded by Parshavv, is doing something fundamentally different. Rather than building another tournament portal, it is constructing what it calls a participatory economy for the global esports sector, an infrastructure layer designed to connect every stakeholder in competitive gaming within a single, scalable platform.Espotz has grown rapidly since its launch, now serving over 100,000 users across five countries, with more than 100+ tournament operators, 20 K+ registered teams, and 30 K+ matches completed. Espotz is also regulated by the Dubai Sports Council, lending significant credibility t...