Cricket, kabaddi, football and athletics from the southern states
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya unveiled the official logo and mascots of the eighth edition of the Khelo India Youth Games 2026, scheduled to be held in Telangana from December 11 to 22
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar has taken fans on an emotional journey down memory lane, sharing a delightful comparison of his childhood and present-day photographs, both featuring him holding a cricket bat
Journalist and columnist Jayaram Sridhar has expressed deep disappointment over the changing culture of international cricket, particularly the conduct of Indian players during their Asia Cup final victory against Pakistan, questioning whether aggression and hostility have begun to overshadow sportsmanship
Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh congratulated international athlete Jyothi Yarraji on receiving the prestigious Arjuna Award for 2024, describing her achievements in athletics as a source of immense pride for the State and an inspiration to aspiring sportspersons
Former Indian cricketer Ambati Rayudu is taking a hands-on approach to reviving Hyderabad cricket, focusing on grassroots development, greater opportunities for young players and improvements to cricketing infrastructure. As Hyderabad's Director of Cricket Operations, Rayudu is seeking to address longstanding administrative and operational challenges that have affected the city's cricketing ecosystem
A 17-year-old aspiring woman cricketer died by suicide in Vikarabad district of Telangana, with her family alleging that persistent harassment by two youths drove her to take the extreme step. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death
Tamil Nadu's ambitious plan to develop a world-class sports destination in Chennai is set to move forward, with the proposed Sports and Olympic City to be established on a 127-acre land parcel at Semmanchery along Old Mahabalipuram Road (OMR)
Kerala Blasters FC has unveiled an ambitious proposal to develop a 90,000-capacity football stadium in Kochi as part of its long-term initiative, Project Blasters. The proposed facility, designed to meet international football standards, could become one of India's largest dedicated football venues if the project materialises
Hyderabad-based martial artist and karate Grandmaster Shaswat Kumar has claimed his ninth world record after performing an unusual finger-striking feat during a live YouTube demonstration on November 10
Bengaluru Police have recovered the 1980 Moscow Olympics gold medal belonging to former Indian hockey captain M.M. Somaya, along with seven other medals won by him at international sporting events. Two men have been arrested in connection with the burglary at his residence, while a third suspect is still being traced
Badminton champion and two-time Olympic medallist P.V. Sindhu has offered a glimpse into her Bengaluru residence, revealing a home that blends contemporary interiors, traditional Indian art and personal memories. A recent visit by filmmaker and YouTuber Farah Khan, accompanied by her cook Dilip, gave viewers an opportunity to explore the spaces where the sporting star spends time away from the badminton court
Veteran Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami Ahmed has retired from Test cricket following repeated omissions from the national team, bringing the curtain down on an international red-ball career that spanned nearly a decade.
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has directed officials to make comprehensive arrangements for the Khelo India Youth Games 2026, scheduled to be held from December 11 to 22, with Hyderabad among the host cities.
Indian badminton star P.V. Sindhu has strongly defended government support for professional athletes, responding to journalist and author Kannan’s criticism of public funding for established players and their international tours.
Future City Police Commissionerate has reviewed arrangements for the 5th Telangana Police Sports and Games Meet–2026, with 21 teams set to participate in the Cluster-B T20 Cricket Tournament scheduled from November 17 to 19.
India’s double Olympic medallist P.V. Sindhu clinched the women’s singles title at the Hylo Open 2026, defeating Denmark’s Line Højmark Kjærsfeldt in straight games in the final on Sunday.
Keralam Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan met Aaradhya Kommeri Rajaneesh, a young chess player from Kannur who won five gold medals and one bronze medal representing India in the Under-7 Girls category at the Commonwealth Schools Chess Championship in Malaysia.
Keralam Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan congratulated para-badminton player Alphia James on winning a bronze medal at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Para Games, praising her determination and sporting excellence.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay posed for a group photograph with athletes and coaches from the state who won the overall championship title at the National Youth Athletics Championships, during the closing ceremony of the Chief Minister’s Trophy 2026.
Indian chess Grandmaster M.R. Lalith Babu, who hails from Vijayawada in Andhra Pradesh, has won the 43rd Münsterland Open 2026 chess tournament in Germany, bringing international recognition to his home state and Indian chess.
The Kerala government has accepted Kerala Blasters FC’s demand to reduce the match rental for the Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium in Kochi, bringing relief to the Indian Super League (ISL) franchise.
India’s Alphia James and Karnataka’s Pallavi Kaluvehalli have created history by winning the country’s first-ever medal in wheelchair badminton at the Asian Para Games 2026.
Sri Lanka’s emerging motor racing talent, including champions of the MRF Indian National Racing Championship, has highlighted the growing sporting collaboration between India and Sri Lanka.
Indian teenage tennis player Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi has made headlines after winning the W35 Lagos singles title in Portugal, reportedly breaking a 22-year-old record associated with Indian tennis legend Sania Mirza.