‘I’m a black African’: Commonwealth Games boxer Aziz Abdul’s racism claim rejected after headbutt disqualification | Commonwealth Games News

Aziz Abdul’s racism claim rejected after Commonwealth Games headbutt disqualification against England’s Damar Thomas/ Image: Screengrab Commonwealth Sport has rejected allegations of racism made by Ugandan boxer Aziz Abdul following his disqualification at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with organisers insisting the decision against him was a legitimate field-of-play ruling made under the competition’s officiating procedures.Abdul,…

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CWG 2026: Martina Devi’s brave comeback ends in heartbreak, Indian lifter finishes fifth on debut | Commonwealth Games News

India’s Maibam Martina Devi reacts during the Women’s +86kg weightlifting final. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: It was a tale of resilience, courage and heartbreak for Martina Devi Maibam, whose Commonwealth Games debut ended with an emotional fifth-place finish in the women’s +86kg weightlifting event on Thursday.The 20-year-old Manipuri lifter came within touching distance of a…

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‘A date for history books’: India to face Brazil in historic football match in Kolkata | Football News

Indian football will witness one of its biggest matches when the Blue Tigers face five-time FIFA World Cup champions Brazil in an international friendly at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on October 3.The All India Football Federation (AIFF) confirmed the fixture on Thursday after reports in Brazilian media over the past few days.“A date…

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Future India captain? Selector explains why 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was named East Zone vice-captain | Cricket News

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: The decision to name 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as East Zone vice-captain for the upcoming Duleep Trophy has raised eyebrows across the cricketing world, but the selectors believe they are investing in the future of Indian cricket.With experienced wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan appointed captain, Sooryavanshi’s elevation as deputy is not being…

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‘Incredibly disappointed’: Commonwealth Games wheelchair medallists forced to race again after shock first-lap crash | Commonwealth Games News

Glasgow: Scotland’s Melanie Woods competes as Mauritius’ Noemi Alphonse sits on the track after a fall during the women’s T54 1500m wheelchair race at the Commonwealth Games 2026, in Glasgow, Scotland. Woods wins the gold medal in this event. (PTI Photo/Ravi Choudhary)(PTI07_30_2026_000105A) The women’s T54 1500m wheelchair final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games will be…

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Many Lutyens’ areas inundated; NDMC says water cleared quickly | Delhi News

New Delhi: Several parts of Lutyens’ Delhi were inundated Monday. In Connaught Place’s Outer Circle, rainwater entered many shops, including those in G Block near Panchkuian Road. Eateries in Municipal Market, like Kake Da Hotel near M and L Blocks, were also waterlogged.Sharing videos of an inundated Janpath Market, traders alleged the situation didn’t change…

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UPSC recruitment 2026: Registration window closes tomorrow for Group A, B posts; check details

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will close the online application window for its Group A and Group B recruitment 2026 tomorrow, July 31, 2026, at 6 pm. Eligible candidates who have not yet applied can submit their applications through the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal before the deadline. The recruitment drive is being conducted…

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‘Step taken under BJP pressure’: Former Odisha CM hits out at Indian hockey team’s saffron jersey | Hockey News

Indian hockey team players in new saffron jersey Biju Janata Dal (BJD) president and former Odisha chief minister Naveen Patnaik on Thursday criticised the decision to change the Indian hockey team’s jersey colour from its traditional blue to saffron, saying it had hurt the emotions of sports fans.The Indian men’s and women’s hockey teams will…

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