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Xaxa, Lynda lead India's 14-0 rout of Maldives in football friendly

The demolition meant India's newly-appointed Swedish coach, Joakim Alexandersson, began his stint on a rousing note

Djokovic, Kyrgios dazzle fans with flashy play in doubles triumph

Exchanging smiles, laughs and flashy shots, Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios teamed up in doubles on Monday as they both returned to the court in preparation for the Australian Open.

For all his good qualities, he is not ready for FIDE job: Carlsen on Anand

Describing the decision to disqualify him as "draconian," the Norwegian called the officials "robots" who are not capable of making independent decisions

World Chess Blitz Championship: Carlsen returns after dispute over jeans

Carlsen, meanwhile, said in a video posted Sunday on social media that he would play and wear jeans in the World Blitz Championship when it begins Monday.

From T20 WC triumph to Gukesh making history: Key events in sports in 2024

Trailblazing comebacks and teary goodbyes marked an eventful year

Wanted to confute critics who doubted my ability to excel: Nitish Reddy

Reddy's 114 formed the cornerstone of India's first innings score of 369 and attracted a lot of attention on the young batter

Didn't want to disqualify him, but Carlsen left us with no choice: Anand

Anand said although he did not speak to Carlsen, he did ask Carlsen's father Henrik for more clarifications

PM Modi calls chess champion Gukesh an embodiment of calmness, humility

Gukesh, 18, displayed remarkable poise and nerves of steel to defeat China's Ding Liren in Singapore to become the youngest chess world champion

Arjun secures joint fifth place after first day of World Rapid Chess

Arjun and Sadhwani are in the next group of 11 players who share the fifth spot on four points each

This chess genius got a little bored, so he is reinventing the game now

With bold innovations like heart rate monitors, randomised boards and reality-style confession booths, Magnus Carlsen's Freestyle Chess aims to transform the game-but how far will it go? Read more

Halep withdraws from Australian Open 2025 qualifying round due to injury

Halep posted on social media that she was feeling poorly after participating in an exhibition event in Abu Dhabi.

From Ram Mandir inauguration to Gukesh's chess glory: India's 2024 rewind

Year ender 2024: This year India saw historical milestones, political showdowns, sporting triumphs, and tragedies. Here's a look back on key moments that made headlines in 2024

PKL 2024 Eliminators: Full list of teams, schedule and live streaming

The live streaming of PKL 2024 eliminators will be available on the Disney Plus Hotstar app and website in India.

I believe there has been a lapse: Manu Bhaker on Khel Ratna nomination

The 2020 Arjuna Awardee said that regardless of the award, she should remain motivated to win more medals for her country

Arjun Erigaisi receives US Visa for World Rapid and Blitz Championships

The world No 4 Indian had appealed to the US Embassy on Friday to expedite the process of granting him the necessary visa to participate in the tournament.

Gukesh's victory solidifies India's position as a Chess Superpower

The image of a smiling D Gukesh standing with outstretched hands will forever be embossed in the memory of a nation of billions.

Double Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker left out of Khel Ratna nominations

Despite clinching two bronze medals at the Paris Olympics 2024, Manu Bhaker's exclusion from the Khel Ratna recommendation list has sparked outrage and questions about the selection process.

Ace shuttler PV Sindhu marries Venkata Datta Sai in Udaipur; photos viral

In Udaipur, badminton icon PV Sindhu wed Venkata Datta Sai in a lavish Telugu ceremony. The couple tied the knot in accordance with traditional rituals before their December 24 reception in Hyderabad

Mirabai Chanu and the struggle for glory in 2024 in Indian weightlifting

At 29, Chanu faced an uphill battle against an injury-ravaged body, sub-optimal preparation, and an intensely competitive field

Liron Jaden wins Novice Cup, Momentum Motorsport clinches team championship

Both Liron and Aditya Patnaik completed a grand double on a day which witnessed a dramatic sequence of events