A tap, Kho & push for 2036 Olympics
1 month, 1 week ago

A tap, Kho & push for 2036 Olympics

Deccan Chronicle  

The quintessential ‘tap’ and ‘kho’ action of Kho-Kho game may soon reverberate in the hallowed grounds of the 2036 Olympics. But that seems to have changed now.” Pratik says, “Sports like kabaddi or Kho-Kho are games that have been given to the world by India. Aniket Pote, Kho-Kho Player & Sports Executive Officer, Pune says, “There has been a noticeable rise in youth participation which is largely due to increased media coverage, government initiatives, and the excitement around international tournaments like the Kho-Kho World Cup 2025.” Ever since Kho-Kho made it to the ultimate league banner, there has been a lot of financial support and fame attached to the game. But that seems to have changed now” — Pratik Waikar, Captain, Indian Kho-Kho Men’s team Traditional games showcase resilience, and community spirit and most importantly, uphold our traditional sporting values. The world has so much to learn from the richness of these traditional games.” — Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Sports Minister When any sport makes it to the Olympics it tends to become bigger and develops more engagement.” — Sangram Singh, International Wrestler & Motivational Speaker Kho Kho despite its many strides and leaps lacked behind mainstream sports like Cricket and football because of less sponsorships along with limited viewership for a long time” — Aniket Pote, Kho Kho Player & Sports Executive Officer, Pune

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For 2036 Olympics, tap into talent now, says Sreejesh
1 week, 2 days ago

For 2036 Olympics, tap into talent now, says Sreejesh

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: The one overriding theme on the opening day of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Indian Sports Summit was India's potential growth trajectory in the field of sport over the next decade. It's nowhere close to being a done deal even though the International Olympic Committee have expressed enthusiasm in India showing a lot of interest in hosting the Games. While …

Contribute to India’s Bid for 2036 Olympics: Sports Minister urges States
2 weeks ago

Contribute to India’s Bid for 2036 Olympics: Sports Minister urges States

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, chaired a two-day Chintan Shivir focused on India’s preparations for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics and strengthening the country's bid to host the 2036 Summer Olympics at Kanha Shanti Vanam in Telangana today. The Shivir brought together sports ministers from various States/UTs, senior sports …

States key to India’s Olympic Bid: Mandaviya
2 weeks, 1 day ago

States key to India’s Olympic Bid: Mandaviya

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Union sports minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya on Friday called on state governments to play an active role in realising Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of India hosting the 2036 Olympic Games a reality. Speaking at a two-day Chintan Shivir on India’s preparations for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and the country’s bid for the 2036 Summer Olympics, Dr Mandaviya …

Centre, States and UTs deliberate at Chintan Shivir to strategise for 2028 Olympics and strengthen India’s bid for 2036 Olympics
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Centre, States and UTs deliberate at Chintan Shivir to strategise for 2028 Olympics and strengthen India’s bid for 2036 Olympics

The Hindu  

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya chaired a two-day Chintan Shivir focused on India’s preparations for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics and strengthening the country’s bid to host the 2036 Summer Olympics at Kanha Shanti Vanam in Telangana on Friday. The Shivir brought together sports ministers from various States and Union Territories, senior sports administrators, key government officials, and domain experts to …

IOC top post contender Sebastian Coe says India has ‘strong case’ in 2036 Olympics bid but competition tough
2 weeks, 6 days ago

IOC top post contender Sebastian Coe says India has ‘strong case’ in 2036 Olympics bid but competition tough

The Hindu  

International Olympic Committee president's post contender Sebastian Coe feels India's bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games is a "strong case" but competition will be tough with several other countries throwing their hats in the ring. The 68-year-old Coe, a double Olympic 1500m gold medallist, also advised India to not end its ambition to organise the Olympics if it does …

2036 Olympics: IOC top post contender Seb Coe says India has “strong case” in bid, but competition tough
2 weeks, 6 days ago

2036 Olympics: IOC top post contender Seb Coe says India has “strong case” in bid, but competition tough

The Hindu  

International Olympic Committee president’s post contender Sebastian Coe feels India’s bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games is a “strong case” but competition will be tough with several other countries throwing their hats in the ring. Coe said South Asia, of which India is the major country, has the potential to help grow the Olympic movement further by bringing more …

2036 Olympics: India, Indonesia and others joined by South Korea’s North Jeolla in competition for hosting rights
3 weeks ago

2036 Olympics: India, Indonesia and others joined by South Korea’s North Jeolla in competition for hosting rights

The Hindu  

South Korea’s North Jeolla province was chosen as the country’s candidate in the bid to host the 2036 summer Olympics on Friday, beating capital Seoul 49-11 in a vote by representatives from the national governing bodies of summer and winter Olympic sports. The self-governing province in the Honam region will compete with Turkey’s Istanbul, Chile’s Santiago, Indonesia and India to …

Conducting 2030 CWG will be right step in India’s goal to host 2036 Olympics,’ says Commonwealth Games Federation CEO Sadleir
1 month ago

Conducting 2030 CWG will be right step in India’s goal to host 2036 Olympics,’ says Commonwealth Games Federation CEO Sadleir

The Hindu  

Commonwealth Games Federation CEO Katie Sadleir says hosting the 2030 CWG would be a step in the right direction for India as the country pursues the ambition of playing host to the 2036 Olympics. “Hosting the Olympics would be an incredible achievement, and having the 2030 Commonwealth Games in India would be the right step towards that goal,” she said. …

India making strong push to host 2036 Olympics: Modi
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India making strong push to host 2036 Olympics: Modi

Hindustan Times  

Dehradun: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday that the government is making a strong push to bring the 2036 Olympics to India. In his address at the opening ceremony of the 38th National Games at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium here, Modi said hosting Olympics will not only improve sports facilities but fuel growth in sectors like construction, …

Hosting 2036 Olympics will take Indian sports to new heights: PM Modi
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Hosting 2036 Olympics will take Indian sports to new heights: PM Modi

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said his government is putting all its might behind the ambitious bid to bag the hosting rights of 2036 Olympics, which will take Indian sports to new heights and create opportunities across different sectors. "We are pushing for hosting rights of 2036 Olympics, it will take Indian sports to new heights," the PM said. …

Hosting 2036 Olympics Will Take Indian Sports To New Heights: PM Modi
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Hosting 2036 Olympics Will Take Indian Sports To New Heights: PM Modi

ABP News  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said his government is putting all its might behind the ambitious bid to bag the hosting rights of 2036 Olympics, which will take Indian sports to new heights and create opportunities across different sectors. "We are pushing for hosting rights of 2036 Olympics, it will take Indian sports to new heights," the PM said …

'We are pushing for hosting rights of 2036 Olympics, it will take Indian sports to new heights: PM Modi
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

'We are pushing for hosting rights of 2036 Olympics, it will take Indian sports to new heights: PM Modi

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed the Indian government’s determination to secure the right to host the 2036 Summer Olympics, emphasizing that it would mark a transformative moment for Indian sports and spur growth across various sectors of the economy. Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses a gathering during the opening ceremony of 38th National Games in Dehradun "We are pushing for …

PM Modi says India pushing to host 2036 Olympics at 38th National Games opening
1 month, 3 weeks ago

PM Modi says India pushing to host 2036 Olympics at 38th National Games opening

New Indian Express  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, at the opening ceremony of the 38th National Games, revealed that India is actively pushing for the rights to host the 2036 Olympics, a move he believes will take Indian sports to unprecedented heights. Highlighting the long-term benefits of hosting the Olympics, the Prime Minister stated, "Wherever the Olympics happen, all sectors gain. He stressed that …

Olympics 2036: Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya pitches for kho kho’s inclusion in Asian Games
2 months ago

Olympics 2036: Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya pitches for kho kho’s inclusion in Asian Games

The Hindu  

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Wednesday expressed the government's desire to take traditional Indian sports to the world and said a collective effort would be required to get kho kho included in the Asian Games and the 2036 Olympics. "We did a splendid job of organising the Kho Kho World Cup and we need to make an effort that these …

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya advocates for inclusion of kho kho in Asian Games, 2036 Olympics
2 months ago

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya advocates for inclusion of kho kho in Asian Games, 2036 Olympics

The Hindu  

On Wednesday, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya expressed the government’s commitment to promote traditional Indian sports on a global scale. If India secures the hosting rights, kho kho is one of six sports that the ministry’s Mission Olympic Cell plans to recommend for inclusion in the 2036 Olympics. Mandaviya noted the successful organisation of the kho kho World Cup and stressed …

India’s Kho Kho dream: Can the ancient sport make it to the Olympics?
2 months ago

India’s Kho Kho dream: Can the ancient sport make it to the Olympics?

The Hindu  

The ancient game of kho kho is enjoying a resurgence in India, with organisers of the first international tournament hoping their efforts will secure the sport’s place in the Olympics at some point. Kho kho, a catch-me-if-you-can tag sport, has been played for more than 2,000 years across southern Asia but only saw its rules formalised in the early 20th …

Kho Kho, India's ancient tag sport gets Olympic push
2 months ago

Kho Kho, India's ancient tag sport gets Olympic push

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The ancient game of kho kho is enjoying a resurgence in India, with organisers of the first international tournament hoping their efforts will secure the sport's place in the Olympics. Kho kho, a catch-me-if-you-can tag sport, has been played for more than 2,000 years across southern Asia but only saw its rules formalised in the early 20th century. …

Which countries are taking part in the 2025 Kho Kho World Cup?
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Which countries are taking part in the 2025 Kho Kho World Cup?

The Hindu  

A total of 21 men’s and 20 women’s teams will take part in next month’s Kho Kho World Cup set to be hosted by India at the IGI stadium in New Delhi between January 13 and 19. “We have also made provisions for all countries to stay till the end of the tournament, irrespective of the results.” Teams from six …

Kho Kho is getting cricket-like support: India captain Nasreen Sheikh
3 months, 1 week ago

Kho Kho is getting cricket-like support: India captain Nasreen Sheikh

India Today  

India women's Kho-Kho team captain Nasreen Sheikh stated that the sport is experiencing unprecedented growth and recognition, earning comparisons to cricket in terms of popularity and support. Sudhanshu Mittal, President of both the International and Indian Kho-Kho Federations, also spoke about the sport’s growing global reach. The sport’s rising popularity is evident in the success of the Kho-Kho League, whose …

Athletics Federation of India planning drastic changes in grooming athletes after Paris 2024 upset
3 months, 1 week ago

Athletics Federation of India planning drastic changes in grooming athletes after Paris 2024 upset

The Hindu  

Looking forward to the Los Angeles Olympics, the Athletics Federation of India is set to give promising athletes a chance to raise the performance of the men’s 4x400m relay team. I think it went to their head.You are going to see new faces and new coaches,” AFI president Adille Sumariwalla told Sportstar during the National Junior Athletics Championships at the …

Grassroots development, governance, creating ecosystem key issues for India for 2036 Olympics: Sports minister Mandaviya
3 months, 1 week ago

Grassroots development, governance, creating ecosystem key issues for India for 2036 Olympics: Sports minister Mandaviya

The Hindu  

If India has to emerge as a dynamic sporting power by 2036, it will have to work on grassroots development, create a graded governance structure to nurture talent, and build an ecosystem for youngsters to become professional athletes, said sports minister Mansukh Mandaviya here on Tuesday. “To nurture this talent, suppose we get 100 children, they will go to district-level …

India gets ready to host first Kho Kho World Cup, IOA extends full support
4 months ago

India gets ready to host first Kho Kho World Cup, IOA extends full support

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The Indian Olympic Association on Monday confirmed its partnership with the Kho Kho Federation of India as the country gets to ready to host the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup, to be held here from January 13 to 19. In a statement to KKFI chief Sudhanshu Mittal, IOA president PT Usha expressed the association's strong commitment to elevating …

IOA confirms partnership with KKFI to host Kho Kho World Cup 2025 in India
4 months ago

IOA confirms partnership with KKFI to host Kho Kho World Cup 2025 in India

The Hindu  

India will host the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup at the iconic IGI Stadium in New Delhi from January 13 to 19, 2025. In a statement to KKFI President Sudhanshu Mittal, IOA President PT Usha expressed the association’s strong commitment to elevating Indigenous sports like Kho Kho. READ | Kho Kho World Cup 2025 to be held in New Delhi …

IOC welcomes India’s bid to host 2036 Olympics, says nation has ‘much to offer for the future of the Olympic Movement’
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4 months, 2 weeks ago

IOC welcomes India’s bid to host 2036 Olympics, says nation has ‘much to offer for the future of the Olympic Movement’

Firstpost  

The International Olympic Committee, however, clarified that the Indian Olympic Association was yet to finalise a host city while submitting its bid last month, while adding that nations from four continents are also in the race to host the 36th Olympic Games. The International Olympic Committee welcomed India’s bid to host the Summer Olympics and Paralympics in the future, saying …

Olympics 2036: India submits ‘Letter of Intent’ to IOC to host summer games — Report
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Olympics 2036: India submits ‘Letter of Intent’ to IOC to host summer games — Report

Live Mint  

Expressing its desire to host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games, India has formally submitted a 'Letter of Intent' to the International Olympic Committee's Future Host Commission. Informal Dialogue stage: Despite submitting the LOI, India will have to wait until the IOC elections next year and also face competition from several other nations, such as Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Turkey, …

24 Nations Set to Battle for Kho Kho World Cup Glory
4 months, 3 weeks ago

24 Nations Set to Battle for Kho Kho World Cup Glory

The Hindu  

The Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) has announced the 24 countries that will participate in the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup 2025. The championship will take place from January 13-19, 2025, at New Delhi’s IGI Stadium. The tournament will feature both men’s and women’s divisions, with 16 teams competing in each category.

Asian nations in strong race to host 2036 Olympics
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Asian nations in strong race to host 2036 Olympics

China Daily  

Athletes from South Korea arrange themselves in the shape of the Olympic rings, showing their determination to give their all at the 2024 Paris Olympics, on Dec 19. YONHAP NEWS AGENCY Hard work ahead However, experts in India and Indonesia warned the bidding governments they should not be too hasty in wanting to host the Olympics. Eko Noer Kristiyanto, a …

Asian nations in strong race to host 2036 Olympics
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Asian nations in strong race to host 2036 Olympics

China Daily  

A fan looks on wearing Olympic rings glasses at the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics in South Korea on Feb 9, 2018. RONALD MARTINEZ/GETTY IMAGES Other contenders In South Korea, the mayor of Seoul, Oh Se-hoon, has declared the city's intention to bid for the 2036 Summer Games, according to local media reports. In an Aug 11 Facebook post titled "Again, the …

National Sports Day: Esports to Become India's Next Big Path to Olympics Glory
6 months, 3 weeks ago

National Sports Day: Esports to Become India's Next Big Path to Olympics Glory

News 18  

Esports finally shed the label as just a hobby or leisure activity after gaining official recognition as a multi-sport event by the Government of India in December 2022. As the nation observes National Sports Day to honour hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand and highlight the importance of participation in sports, it is essential to acknowledge the modern-day discipline of esports. …

It's India's dream to host 2036 Olympics, preparations are on: PM Narendra Modi
7 months, 1 week ago

It's India's dream to host 2036 Olympics, preparations are on: PM Narendra Modi

The Hindu  

Asserting that India has the ability to stage large-scale global events, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the country is leaving no stone unturned in its efforts to host the Olympics in 2036. "It is the dream of India to host the 2036 Olympics, we are making preparations for that," Mr. Modi said in his address to the nation …

Work in progress to host 2036 Olympics: PM Modi
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Work in progress to host 2036 Olympics: PM Modi

The Hindu  

Confident that India’s bid to host the 2036 Olympics will be successful, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged athletes bound for this month’s Paris Games to share their views on the arrangements in the French capital to help the country’s ambitious push to bring the showpiece here. In an interaction with Paris-bound athletes, conducted both in person and online on …

India To Push Its 2036 Olympic Bid Case In Paris, Will Seek Inclusion Of Yoga, Kabaddi, Chess
9 months ago

India To Push Its 2036 Olympic Bid Case In Paris, Will Seek Inclusion Of Yoga, Kabaddi, Chess

ABP News  

In what comes as a big news ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympics, the sports administrators of the country will be pushing hard for India's chances of hosting the 2036 Games. Sports Administrators will push inclusion of the India's indigenous disciplines like yoga, kho kho and kabaddi if their bid becomes successful and they get the hosting rights of the …

2036 Olympics Bid: Gujarat Forms Separate Company To Build Sports Infrastructure With Rs 6,000cr Allocation
1 year, 2 months ago

2036 Olympics Bid: Gujarat Forms Separate Company To Build Sports Infrastructure With Rs 6,000cr Allocation

ABP News  

Gandhinagar: The Gujarat government has formed a separate company and earmarked Rs 6,000 crore to build six sports complexes to host the 2036 Summer Olympic Games in case India wins the bid for the quadrennial multi-discipline sporting extravaganza, an official said on Tuesday. The firm will primarily look after development of an area measuring nearly 350 acres around the Sardar …

2036 Olympics: 'India to host event at Ahmedabad's Sardar Patel complex if bid is accepted,' says Amit Shah
1 year, 2 months ago

2036 Olympics: 'India to host event at Ahmedabad's Sardar Patel complex if bid is accepted,' says Amit Shah

India TV News  

2036 Olympics: Union Home Minister Amit Shah today expressed hope that the 2036 Olympics will be held in the Sardar Patel complex coming up close to the imposing Narendra Modi cricket stadium in Ahmedabad. In October 2023, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said during an event in Mumbai that India would submit a bid to host the Olympics in 2036. While …

Olympics bid will turn India into a sports hub
1 year, 3 months ago

Olympics bid will turn India into a sports hub

Hindustan Times  

India is at the cusp of becoming a sports-forward nation, a vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi when he announced the country’s candidature to be a Summer Olympics and Paralympics host nation in 2036. We must imbibe the successes of our G20 presidency and ensure we have a strong legacy plan that allows universalising access to sports and physical activity …

Goal to Fix Sports Infra, Bid for '36 Olympics: KTR
1 year, 4 months ago

Goal to Fix Sports Infra, Bid for '36 Olympics: KTR

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Creating international-level sports infrastructure with a goal to bid for the Olympic Games in 2036 will be the next big task, BRS working president and minister K.T. Rama Rao also said he was keen to ask his “boss” Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao for the tourism portfolio in the next Cabinet to harness the vast potential of the water …

How Olympic cities are selected | Explained
1 year, 4 months ago

How Olympic cities are selected | Explained

The Hindu  

The story so far: Prime Minister Narendra Modi publicly declared India’s intention to host the Olympic Games, preferably in 2036, during the opening ceremony of the 141st International Olympic Committee session in Mumbai on October 14. It explores the proposals to host a specific edition of the Olympic Games and brings the IOC’s executive board into the picture for detailed …

2036 Olympics in India: Preparation in Gujarat continues, work in full swing in 600 acres of land
1 year, 5 months ago

2036 Olympics in India: Preparation in Gujarat continues, work in full swing in 600 acres of land

India Today  

By Brijesh Doshi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi signaled India's intentions to host the Olympic Games in 2036 when he addressed the opening ceremony of the historic International Olympic Committee session in Mumbai on Saturday. Addressing the IOC leadership in the city, PM Modi said it's the dream of 140 crore Indians to see the country hosting the prestigious Olympic Games. …

DC Edit | Confident India ready to pitch for 2036 Olympics
1 year, 5 months ago

DC Edit | Confident India ready to pitch for 2036 Olympics

Deccan Chronicle  

India has evinced interest to bid for the 2036 Olympics. Hosting the Olympics is not a bed of roses, especially in the modern era when costs of preparing a host city — a metropolis hosts the event rather than a country — and running the fortnight long event — are rising by the year. India may be up against the …

India announces plan to host 2036 Olympics - what happens now?
1 year, 5 months ago

India announces plan to host 2036 Olympics - what happens now?

The Hindu  

On Saturday, India Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced India would bid for the 2036 Olympics. In contrast to the earlier process of inviting bids, the International Olympic Committee’s Future Host Commission identifies and proposes its preferred candidate to the Executive Board. Warsaw in Poland and Indonesia’s Nusnatara have already expressed interest while Guadalajara,Mexico City and Monterrey in Mexico have also …

Morning Digest | Fourth flight with 274 Indians flies out from Israel; India will bid to host 2036 Olympics, PM Modi confirms, and more
1 year, 5 months ago

Morning Digest | Fourth flight with 274 Indians flies out from Israel; India will bid to host 2036 Olympics, PM Modi confirms, and more

The Hindu  

Fourth flight with 274 Indian nationals flies out from Israel A special flight carrying 274 Indian nationals wanting to leave Israel amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict left for home on Saturday, the second in a day and fourth since the launch of ‘Operation Ajay’. India will bid to host 2036 Olympics, PM Modi confirms India aspires to host the 2036 Summer …

Prime Minister Modi says India will bid for 2036 Olympics
1 year, 5 months ago

Prime Minister Modi says India will bid for 2036 Olympics

Associated Press  

NEW DELHI — India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi has confirmed the world’s most populous nation will bid to host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the International Olympic Committee session in Mumbai on Saturday, Modi said hosting the event is “the age-old dream” for India. I am sure India will get constant support from …

India to bid for 2036 Olympics as IOC censures ‘politicisation of sport’
1 year, 5 months ago

India to bid for 2036 Olympics as IOC censures ‘politicisation of sport’

Al Jazeera  

The IOC has warned against excluding athletes and teams for political reasons amid ‘growing politicisation of sport’. The “growing politicisation of sport” was flagged as a problem by IOC member Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovic on Sunday in an update to global sports leaders about countries who want to host the games in future. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the IOC session …

India will bid to host 2036 Olympics, PM Modi confirms
1 year, 5 months ago

India will bid to host 2036 Olympics, PM Modi confirms

The Hindu  

India aspires to host the 2036 Summer Olympics, Prime Minister Narendra Modi confirmed on Saturday. Underlining the significance of the IOC session taking place in India after 40 years, Mr. Modi also conveyed the country’s willingness to host the 2029 Youth Olympics and expressed confidence in receiving constant support from the IOC. Stating that sports have been an important aspect …

PM Narendra Modi confirms India’s intention to bid for 2036 Olympics, 2029 Youth Olympics
1 year, 5 months ago

PM Narendra Modi confirms India’s intention to bid for 2036 Olympics, 2029 Youth Olympics

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday publicly articulated India’s aspiration to host the 2036 Summer Olympics and become only the fourth Asian country to host the Games. “India eagerly anticipates hosting the Olympics and the country will leave no stone unturned in our efforts to organise the 2036 Olympics, it’s a dream and aspiration of 140 crore Indians,” he said …

'Great interest': IOC Chief looking forward to India bidding for Olympics 2036 hosting rights
1 year, 5 months ago

'Great interest': IOC Chief looking forward to India bidding for Olympics 2036 hosting rights

India TV News  

International Olympics Committee president Thomas Bach has noted that there is great interest in India in hosting the 2036 edition of the Olympics. The blockbuster performance has shot up the possibility of India bidding for hosting right even more. "We have so far noted that there’s a great interest and there are apparently serious considerations here within India. Bach was …

Asian Games 2023: Representing India in the Olympics is the ultimate goal, says Jyothi Surekha after winning three gold medals
1 year, 5 months ago

Asian Games 2023: Representing India in the Olympics is the ultimate goal, says Jyothi Surekha after winning three gold medals

The Hindu  

Fresh from her stunning feat of winning three gold medals in the ongoing Asian Games, archer V. Jyothi Surekha is now looking for the compound bow category to be included in the Olympics. Asian Games 2023: Jyothi Surekha, who won a hat-trick of gold, once thought of quitting the sport “Olympic medal is for sure the biggest target right now …

India looking to host 2036 Olympics, 2026 Commonwealth Games not on radar: Anurag Thakur
1 year, 7 months ago

India looking to host 2036 Olympics, 2026 Commonwealth Games not on radar: Anurag Thakur

The Hindu  

The Indian government has reiterated its desire to host the Olympics while the 2026 Commonwealth Games remain out of the radar at the moment. The 2036 edition is what we are looking at, the way India is growing as an economy and our clout is growing in every field,” Sports Minister Anurag Thakur told Sportstar in an interaction with select …

Sportstar National Sports Conclave: Anurag Thakur says India will be ready to bid for Olympics soon
1 year, 11 months ago

Sportstar National Sports Conclave: Anurag Thakur says India will be ready to bid for Olympics soon

The Hindu  

Sports minister Anurag Thakur on Monday stressed the need to promote and back women athletes in India during his keynote address at Sportstar’s National Sports Conclave in New Delhi on Monday. “On March 10, we launched Khelo India 10 Ka Dum for empowering women through sports. “In the past 18 months, we have launched Khelo India leagues for women across …

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