Bhubaneswar:31st August, 2025:As part of the three-day celebration of National Sports Day (29th August to 31st August ) across the country, the Sports and Youth Services Department, Government of Odisha, in collaboration with the Sports Authority of India and the Odisha Cycling Association, organised “Sundays on Cycle” today at Kalinga Stadium. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation of hundreds of citizens ...

Mumbai: 31/8/25:The Sports Authority of India, Regional Centre Mumbai, in collaboration with Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP), successfully hosted the 38th Edition of ‘Sundays on Cycle’ at Borivali, Mumbai. The event drew more than 500 enthusiastic cyclists, who joined the movement to celebrate fitness, sustainability, and community spirit. The event was graced by the Union Minister of State for Youth ...

Bhubaneswar:29/8/215:Odisha marked National Sports Day with fervour at Jayadev Bhawan, where the state government’s Sports and Youth Services Department hosted a grand ceremony honouring sporting excellence and bravery. The event, graced by Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati as the chief guest, celebrated the legacy of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand and recognised outstanding achievements through the prestigious Biju Patnaik Sports ...

Newdelhi:25/8/25:Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, invites nominations for the National Youth Award (NYA) 2024. The Award aims to motivate young persons (aged between 15 – 29 years) to achieve excellence in the field of national development or social service; to encourage young people to develop a sense of responsibility to the community and thus to improve ...

Bhubaneswar:21/7/25: In a unique and vibrant celebration of International Chess Day, Bhubaneswar witnessed a landmark event as two dynamic organizations – CommuniteOdisha and Chessturf Academy – joined hands for the first time to organize a Rapid Chess Tournament inside the city’s largest mall, Esplanade, Bhubaneswar. The event, a brilliant fusion of sport, intellect, and public engagement, also introduced an exciting ...

Bhubaneswar:11/7/25:Odisha is gearing up to make history by hosting the World Athletics Continental Tour (Bronze Level) for the first time at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on August 10, 2025. The prestigious international athletics event will feature over 150 athletes from more than 10 countries, including India, Turkmenistan, Bhutan, the Philippines, South Korea, Malaysia, Iraq, Vietnam, the Republic of Cameroon, Sri ...

Cuttack:6/7/25: The Odisha Cricket Association (OCA) announced the launch of the Odisha Pro T20 League (OPTL), a landmark franchise-based T20 tournament set to debut in September 2025. Featuring six dynamic teams representing various regions of Odisha, the league aims to redefine the cricketing landscape of the state. The OPTL is designed as a premier platform to nurture emerging talent, offering players ...

Newdelhi:4/7/25:The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, unveiled and flagged off the Trophies of the Durand Cup Tournament 2025 at a function held at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre. In her brief remarks on the occasion, the President said that sports promote discipline, determination, and team spirit. Sports have the unique power to connect people, regions, and countries. In India, it ...

Bhubaneswar:1/7/25: Bringing laurels to the state and the nation, Constable Ashok Dandasena of Odisha Police has clinched the gold medal in the 800m race at the prestigious World Police & Fire Games 2025 held in Birmingham, USA. Representing India, C/344 Ashok Dandasena showcased exceptional speed and stamina to outrun global competitors and secure the top podium finish. His stellar performance has ...

Newdelhi:1/7/25:The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, today approved the National Sports Policy (NSP) 2025, a landmark initiative aimed at reshaping the country’s sporting landscape and empowering citizens through sports. The new policy supersedes the existing National Sports Policy, 2001, and lays out a visionary and strategic roadmap to establish India as a global sporting powerhouse and ...