In a petition filed by the Assam Wrestling Association (AWA) before the Gauhati High Court, AWA has accused the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) of not giving the state body affiliation even after a recommendation from the executive committee of WFI nine years ago.
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Hockey India Jr Women National Championship begins on Tuesday
The 13th Hockey India Junior Women National Championship is set to begin on Tuesday at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium here, with players from 28 teams competing for the trophy.
Alcaraz clinches first title on grass at Queen's Club
This victory also means that the 20-year-old will overtake Novak Djokovic to be the men's World No. 1, and will play at the upcoming grass-court Wimbledon Championships as the top seed, reports Xinhua.
Bangladesh keep hopes alive with a come from behind victory
The Bengal Tigers looked strong from the beginning as they dominated the game in the opponents’ half. However, despite making a few attempts to penetrate through the Maldives defence, the team couldn’t find the target.
Sr Women's Football Nationals: Manipur beat Bengal 3-2; Railways, Haryana win
Defending champions Manipur, Railways and Haryana won their respective preliminary league matches in the Final Round of the Senior Women's National Football Championship 2022-23 at various grounds here on Sunday.
Jr Men's National Hockey: Uttar Pradesh, Chandigarh register wins on Day 3
Uttar Pradesh Hockey and Hockey Chandigarh won their respective matches on Day 3 of the 13th Hockey India Junior Men's National Championship 2023 at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium, here on Wednesday.
WFI elections on July 6, results on same day, announces Returning officer
The much-awaited elections for the Executive Committee of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) will be held on July 6, returning officer retired high court judge Mahesh Mittal Kumar announced in a notification issued on Tuesday.
Jr Men's Hockey Nationals: Jharkhand, Tamil Nadu start campaign on a winning note
Hockey Jharkhand and Hockey Unit of Tamil Nadu won their respective matches in the 13th Hockey India Junior Men's National Championship 2023 that kicked off at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium here on Monday.
WTC Final: Shami and Cameron Green differ at post-play presser
Deputed to address the end of play media conference on behalf of the Indian team after Day 4 of the World Test Championship final against Australia, veteran fast bowler Mohammed Shami expressed confidence about the outcome of the match.
Charge sheet against Brij Bhushan by June 15, WFI elections by June 30: Anurag Thakur
"They (wrestlers) have demanded that the investigation (into the charges against the WFI chief) should be concluded and a charge sheet be filed by June 15. WFI elections will be held by June 30," Thakur told reporters after a marathon meeting with the protesting wrestlers.
'Govt has asked for time till June 15; we are hopeful of justice', says Bajrang Punia
Notably, the country's top wrestlers, including Bajrang, Sakshi and Vinesh Phogat, have been protesting against Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, alleging that he sexually harassed women grapplers, including a minor.
Minor wrestler's father says stands by sexual harassment charges against WFI chief
The father of a 17-year-old wrestler, who levelled sexual harassment charges against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, on late Sunday asserted that he has not withdrawn the charges.
Wrestling mess: Bajrang, Sakshi, Vinesh meet Amit Shah, share concerns
Olympian wrestlers Bajrang Punia, Sakshi Malik and Vinesh Phogat met Home Minister Amit Shah at his residence to discuss the matter related to their protest against the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) boss.
Jadeja's last ball heroics help CSK beat Gujarat Titans by 5 wickets, clinch record-equalling 5th IPL title
After Gill's wicket, things slowed down a bit for the Gujarat batters -- Saha and Sai Sudharsan. The CSK spinners, Jadeja and Theeksana, were getting some assistance from the pitch as the Titans reached 86/1 at the halfway mark.
IPL 2023: Gill's second straight century trumps Kohli's hundred as RCB crash out of playoffs race
Kohli's efforts of carrying his bat through the innings with 13 fours and a six at a strike-rate of 165.57 meant Bangalore posted a competitive 197/5, giving hopes to their die-hard fans in the stadium about reaching the playoffs and keeping the quest for the elusive trophy alive.
Sexual harassment case: WFI chief Brij Bhushan yet to be questioned
The Delhi Police are yet to interrogate Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, the chief of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), in connection with the two FIRs registered against him on April 21, pertaining to serious allegations, including violations under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
'We are still waiting for girls' statement to be recorded before magistrate,' alleges Sakshi Malik
"First the statements of our girls should be recorded before the magistrate under 164. That is not done yet. We are waiting for it, after that we will see what needs to be done in this regard."
Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra wins Doha Diamond League 2023
Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra opened his season by winning the Doha Diamond League 2023 with a best attempt of 88.67m in his first throw, here on Friday.
Wrestlers seek action against officials responsible for Jantar Mantar chaos
The wrestlers protesting here at Jantar Mantar have written to Union Home Ministry seeking an strict action against officials responsible for the alleged manhandling of grapplers at the protest site on Wednesday night.
'Serious allegations': SC issues notice on wrestlers' plea for sexual harassment case against WFI chief
The Supreme Court on Tuesday called the sexual harassment allegations against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) President and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh "serious" and issued notice to the Delhi Police in the matter.
Wrestlers move SC for FIR against WFI President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh
Wrestler Vinesh Phogat and other wrestlers have moved the Supreme Court seeking a direction for registration of an FIR against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.
IPL 2023: Rahane, Conway, Dube fifties propel Chennai to top of table with 49-run win over KKR
In front of a crowd which was a sea of yellow, Conway continued his impressive show while Dube attacked the spinners effortlessly and Rahane went after both pace and spin, timing his shots magnificently as Chennai posted the highest IPL score at this venue and against Kolkata.
Smriti Mandhana makes it to Sportico's Top 10 global female athletes by sponsorship value on social media
Smriti Mandhana, the ace Indian women's cricket team opener, has been ranked among the top 10 athletes in the world by sponsorship value on social media, according to a recent study released by Sportico and KORE.
Ankita makes India proud with three-medal haul at World Transplant Games
The 29-year-old athlete's impressive performance has earned her a gold medal in the Long Jump event with a jump of 3.06 meters, and two silver medals in the 3,000-meter Racewalk (power walk) for women and the Shot-Put event, with a throw of 28.31 meters.
Indian women's blind cricket team to play first ever bilateral series with Nepal
The first ever women's blind cricket team will represent India in a bilateral series against Nepal, which will be played at Pokhara and Kathmandu in Nepal from April 25 to 30.