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11 Apr

Indian Martial Artist Yashpal Singh Kalsi Clinches Gold at US Open Karate Championship Despite Injury and Illness

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Yashpal Singh Kalsi wins US Open Karate gold New Delhi [India], April 11: In a remarkable display of resilience and determination, India’s Yashpal Singh Kalsi secured a Gold Medal at the prestigious US Open Karate Championship 2026, held at the Fort Worth Convention Center, Tesax, USA. Competing in the Individual Advanced Masters Kata (45+ category), Kalsi delivered a standout performance under extraordinary circumstances. Just days prior to the event, he suffered a leg injury during training, followed by a bout of food poisoning and dehydration—conditions that would typically force an athlete to withdraw from competition. Defying these challenges, Kalsi chose…

10 Apr

Game Changers With MJ Unveils The Untold Story Of India’s Swing King, Praveen Kumar

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Former Indian pacer opens up about struggles, sacrifices, mental health, and life beyond cricket in a candid conversation with host Manoj Jagyasi New Delhi [India], April 10: The latest episode of Game Changers with MJ, hosted by Manoj Jagyasi, features former Indian fast bowler Praveen Kumar in an emotionally powerful and deeply personal conversation. The episode offers a rare glimpse into the life and journeyof one of India’s most gifted yet often underappreciated swing bowlers, tracing his remarkable rise from the streets of Meerut to representing the nation on the international stage, including at iconic venues such as Lord’s. In this candid interaction, Praveen Kumar reflects on his…

10 Apr

Indian Army Receives Strong registrations for Surya Devbhoomi Challenge 2.0 Registrations with IconMetrix

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113-km high-altitude Himalayan challenge set to bring together athletes, armed forces and civilians on a single national platform Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], April 10: The Indian Army, in strategic partnership with IconMetrix and supported by Uttarakhand Tourism, has officially opened registrations for the second edition of the Surya Devbhoomi Challenge 2.0. This premier high-altitude endurance event is set to become a landmark on India’s fitness calendar, inviting athletes from every corner of the country to test their limits in the majestic Uttarakhand Himalayas from April 16 to 20, 2026. Vikramm Sanas, Co-Founder and Chief Strategist of IconMetrix, has emphasized that this…

09 Apr

Real Cricket Cements Its Place as India’s Home of Cricket Gaming

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The 4.7 update comes with 7 officially licensed T20 franchises, Irfan Pathan’s voice in the commentary box, RCPL and Season-Long Community Experience Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 09: As India’s T20 season reaches fever pitch, Real Cricket is bringing the party to every player’s phone.KRAFTON India and Nautilus Mobile have launched the 4.7 update – the most ambitious content drop in the franchise’s history. Seven officially licensed IPL franchises are playable in the game, complete with authentic jerseys and real player faces. Irfan Pathan brings his voice to the commentary box. Twenty international cricketers get their real bowling actions. Two new…

06 Apr

GM Pravin Thipsay Endorses Shri Dhanpat Rai Sachdeva Memorial International Chess Festival

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New Delhi [India], April 06: India’s expanding competitive chess circuit is set to witness another significant addition this summer, as the Rai Sahab Council for Sports and Education prepares to host the Shri Dhanpat Rai Sachdeva Memorial Classical Chess Festival in May 2026. The upcoming championship has drawn early attention within the chess fraternity after receiving endorsement from Pravin Thipsay, Arjuna Awardee and widely recognised as India’s third Grandmaster — a development that has added credibility and anticipation around the tournament. Scheduled to be conducted at the centrally located Marina Dreams Banquets, Delhi, the event will unfold in two competitive segments. The Open category will take place from 17th…

30 Mar

CricMind.ai Launches India’s First AI-Powered Cricket Prediction and Analytics Platform at the Start of IPL 2026

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New Delhi [India], March 30: Indian cricket has always produced extraordinary numbers. Billions of viewers. Record-breaking audiences. Unmatched commercial value. What it has never had, until now, is a dedicated artificial intelligence platform built specifically to analyse, predict, and explain the game at the level the sport deserves. CricMind.ai changes that — and it has arrived at precisely the moment it is needed most. Launching in full during the opening week of IPL 2026, CricMind.ai is India’s first purpose-built AI cricket prediction and sports analytics platform. Free to access for the entire IPL 2026 season, the platform gives every Indian…

30 Mar

IQOO Soul Leave Chennai As Champions Of BGIS 2026 As 6,00,000 Viewers Witness India’s Biggest Ever Mobile Esports Final

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Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], March 30: In the end, it came down to the last points of the last match – and more than 600,000 people watched it happen live. iQOO Soul left the Chennai Trade Centre tonight as the BGIS 2026 Champions, but not before Genesis Esports pushed them to the absolute limit in one of the most breathtaking title finishes in Indian esports history. The margin was razor-thin. The crowd was on its feet. And when the final numbers were confirmed, Soul had done what they had done across every stage of this tournament – found a way…

28 Mar

BGIS 2026 Grand Finals Get Underway In Chennai – Day 1 Wrap

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India’s biggest BGMI LAN event opens at the Chennai Trade Centre with six matches across Rondo, Erangel, and Miramar: 16 teams battle for a INR 4 Crore prize pool Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], March 27: The fifth edition of the BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA SERIES (BGIS) 2026 Grand Finals officially commenced today at the Chennai Trade Centre, marking the most anticipated date on India’s competitive BGMI calendar. Day 1 featured six matches across three maps – Rondo, Erangel, and Miramar – with all 16 qualified teams in action before a packed live audience and viewers tuning in across the KRAFTON India…

17 Mar

KRAFTON India Brings Chennai Super Kings into BGMI with the 4.3 Update

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Collaboration to feature in BGMI 4.3 update, starting 21st March with exclusive Chennai Super Kings collectables Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], March 17: KRAFTON India today announced a landmark collaboration between BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI) and Chennai Super Kings as part of the upcoming BGMI 4.3 update, bringing one of the league’s most iconic teams directly into the game as part of the upcoming BGMI 4.3 update, going live on 21 March. The collaboration introduces exclusive Chennai Super Kings -themed gameplay content, collectables, and a mechanic that has never been seen in BGMI before. What Players Get The update brings two exclusive Chennai…

17 Mar

KRAFTON India and Kolkata Knight Riders Team Up for BGMI Knight-Themed Gameplay Experience

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Collaboration to feature in BGMI 4.3 update, starting 25th March with exclusive KKR -themed content and collectables Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], March 16: KRAFTON India and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) today announced an exciting collaboration between BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI) and the iconic IPL franchise as part of the upcoming BGMI 4.3 update, bringing the three-time champions directly into the game, going live on 25 March. The collaboration introduces exclusive Kolkata Knight Riders-themed gameplay content, collectables, and fan engagement experiences designed to bring the Knight Riders’ identity into the battleground. What Players Get The update brings two exclusive Kolkata Knight Riders…