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Indian boxers face a challenging path to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, with four qualification opportunities beginning in 2027. The World Championships in Astana and three other qualifiers will offer a limited number of quota places across 14 weight categories, featuring gender parity for the first time in Olympic boxing under the new World Boxing governing body.

Event remains a key national championship stop as Karnataka strengthens its position on India’s surfing map

Mumbai University's undergraduate admissions for the 2026-27 academic year open tomorrow, May 6th. Aspiring students can apply online until May 21st for various programs, including 3-year, 4-year honours with research, and 5-year integrated courses, aligning with NEP 2020. Merit lists will be released starting May 26th, with document verification and fee payments scheduled thereafter.

Serious spinal injury left him in a wheelchair for months

Sawan Barwal, an Army runner, made headlines by breaking a nearly half-century-old national marathon record during his first attempt, achieving a phenomenal time of 2:11:58 in Rotterdam. Identified for his extraordinary endurance through a standard VO2 max screening at the Army Sports Institute, he transitioned from shorter races to marathon running.

Shivang Kumar made his name in the Madhya Pradesh T20 League as an opener. His exploits with the bat helped him become a marquee player for Bundelkhand Bulls, who picked him for Rs 13 lakh for the 2026 season. But within a year, he learnt the art of wrist-spin from his father, a former Bengal U-19 cricketer, and made instant impact. The IPL franchises noticed and multiple trials later, he was roped in by the Sunrisers Hyderabad.

For Dalit History Month, we spotlight those from dalit households who have overcome barriers, showing how a single breakthrough in a family or neighbourhood can build pride and change futures

India-New Zealand FTA: It aims to double bilateral trade, provide Indian exporters duty-free access to the New Zealand market, and attract investments worth $20 billion over the next 15 years.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is engaging with prominent women achievers to garner support for the women's quota bill, slated for parliamentary discussion on April 16. The legislation, aiming for implementation from the 2029 elections, reserves one-third of seats for women in Lok Sabha and assemblies. This direct outreach seeks to build public backing amidst opposition concerns regarding the delimitation process.