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Indian women’s hockey goalkeeper Savita Punia has named Priyanka Chopra Jonas as her preferred actor for a possible biopic, citing the actor’s journey as an inspiration. No film has been announced; the choice is Punia’s personal preference.
2d ago 🟢 Confirmed Field HockeyOdisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi felicitated India’s men’s and women’s hockey teams at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on October 16, announcing combined rewards of ₹5.61 crore after both teams won gold at the 2026 Asian Games and qualified for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. Each player was a
2d ago BREAKING 🟡 Report · IndianTelevision Multi SportsSports journalist Ashvin Mishra Bharat has joined the Sports Authority of India’s Gandhinagar regional centre as a JSA Media Consultant, according to reports published in Indian media trade outlets in October 2026. His remit is reported to include media relations, press releases, sports storytelling
2d ago BREAKING 🟡 Report · Sportstar CricketIndia and West Indies head into the fifth T20I in Bengaluru with the series tied 2-2, but forecasts of rain and possible thunderstorms could disrupt Saturday’s decider at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
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Ishaan Madesh and Chennai’s Gyan Satish opened the third round of the 2026 MRF Indian National Racing Challenge 4W with Formula 2000 and Formula 1600 victories at Madras International Circuit on October 10.
2d ago 🟢 Confirmed · Outlook India — Asian Para Games 2026 Live Updates: Shuttlers In Action; India T, Outlook India — As Multi SportsIndia’s para-athletes recorded early wins in table tennis and badminton at Aichi-Nagoya 2026, with Bhavina Patel and Suhas Yathiraj among those starting strongly. The men’s blind football team, however, lost to South Korea on October 16 before facing hosts Japan on October 17.
2d ago 🟢 Confirmed · The Times of India — Why are India, Zimbabwe players wearing black armbands duri, The Indian Express CricketIndia and Zimbabwe’s women cricketers wore black armbands during the first T20I in Raipur on October 16, 2026, to honour former Zimbabwe cricketer and international umpire Sarah Dambanevana, who died aged 36. A minute’s silence was observed before the match.
2d ago 🟢 Confirmed · The Times of India CricketIndia teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi shared the two-word message “still believing” on social media after remaining out of the playing XI for the first four T20Is against West Indies. The post drew attention ahead of the fifth match, but it does not confirm whether he will be selected for the series d
2d ago 🟢 Confirmed · The Hindu FootballCristiano Ronaldo scored his 980th career goal on his return to club action as Al-Nassr defeated Diriyah 3-0 in the Saudi Pro League on October 9, following a public dispute with Portugal coach Jorge Jesus during the international break.
2d ago 🟡 Report · NDTV Sports WrestlingIndia’s Amruta advanced to the final at the U23 World Wrestling Championships, while Komal claimed a bronze medal, according to an NDTV report. The results added two podium-level achievements to India’s campaign at the under-23 global event.
2d ago 🟡 Report · ESPNcricinfo CricketESPNcricinfo reports that Mahela Jayawardene has stepped down as Mumbai Indians head coach. The decision marks a coaching change at the five-time IPL champions; the franchise’s official confirmation and details about a successor should be checked before publication.
2d ago 🟢 Confirmed · Press Information Bureau, Ministry of Railways — Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, The News Mill — Un KabaddiUnion Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw met members of India’s women’s kabaddi team at Rail Bhawan in New Delhi on October 16, 2026, after their Asian Games gold. India defeated Iran 37-34 in the September 26 final to successfully defend the title.
2d ago BREAKING 🟢 Confirmed · Asianet Newsable Javelin ThrowNeeraj Chopra says his focus is on a strong return to competition in 2027 after an ankle ligament injury ended his 2026 season. The two-time Olympic medallist is keeping the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics in view as he works through recovery.
2d ago BREAKING 🟢 Confirmed · The News Mill — Tamil Nadu sports minister inaugurates gymnasium in Tiruvannamal, Sports Development Multi SportsTamil Nadu Sports Minister Aadhav Arjuna inaugurated a renovated, air-conditioned gymnasium at the district sports stadium in Tiruvannamalai on October 17. The facility was refurbished at an estimated cost of ₹20 lakh, with free access for sportspersons and a monthly fee of ₹875 for the public, offi
2d ago BREAKING 🟢 Confirmed · Cricbuzz CricketDelhi Capitals have appointed former Sri Lanka fast bowler Chaminda Vaas as their fast-bowling coach for IPL 2027. The move brings a 355-Test-wicket and 400-ODI-wicket veteran into a revamped support staff led by Sourav Ganguly.
2d ago 🟢 Confirmed · ESPNcricinfo CricketDeepti Sharma scored 49 and debutant Niki Prasad made an unbeaten 39 as India recovered from 19 for 4 to beat Zimbabwe by four wickets in the first T20I at Raipur.
2d ago 🟢 Confirmed · BCCI CricketIndia have named Jasprit Bumrah in their Test squad for the two-match New Zealand series, while Rishabh Pant and Prasidh Krishna are included subject to fitness clearance. Shubman Gill will captain the side, with KL Rahul as vice-captain.
2d ago 🟡 Report · The Hindu GolfThe Professional Golf Tour of India will support its top 30 players with up to ₹3 lakh each for overseas qualifying schools. Players who earn international tour cards will also receive a further ₹10 lakh, according to reports.
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