July 2025

What makes an athlete a national hero?  It’s not just about winning medals, but also about inspiring people and making the country proud. In India, athletes are celebrated through the Top Sports Awards like the Arjuna Award, Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna, and Dronacharya Award.  These awards recognize the hard work of players and coaches

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports is led by Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya. He continues a legacy that has shaped India’s sports goals since Independence.  This includes hosting major events like the Asian Games and supporting Olympic success. Over the decades, key political leaders have influenced policy, funding, and athlete development.  This post traces the

Sports have always brought magic to India, uniting millions in celebration, heartbreak, and pure joy. The fans feel so connected to their sport that they can stay up late at night, catching their team play an overseas game. Such is the popularity of a few sports in India. Cricket leads as one of the most

There’s something magical about watching the underdog rise, and Bollywood surely understands this well in the Bollywood sports movies.  Bollywood movies aren’t just about winning the game; they are about ordinary people doing extraordinary things.  Bollywood tell stories about dreams that seem impossible until they’re realised.  From cricket pitches to boxing rings, wrestling mats to

Esports is a competitive video gaming where professional players compete in organized tournaments for prize money and recognition online.  Players battle against each other in popular games like BGMI, Free Fire, and Valorant while thousands of fans watch online. India has become the biggest esports hub, thanks to the affordability of smartphones and inexpensive internet

The Olympics include about 32 sports in the Summer Games and 7 in the Winter Games, totalling 39 official sports.  Held every four years, this event features both traditional events like athletics, swimming, and modern ones like skateboarding and sport climbing.  Over time, the number of Olympic sports has grown, but have you ever wondered

India’s passion for sports runs deep, particularly for cricket during the IPL season. Yet many fans wonder: can you legally place bets on your favourite teams?  It’s not an easy answer, however, to be honest, in India, sports betting is governed by a complicated web of state-specific laws, out-of-date colonial laws, and new digital regulations.