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Apr 05, 2024 20:04

Supreme Court to consider listing pleas relating to AIFF

The Supreme Court on Friday agreed to consider listing the pleas relating to the All India Football Federation and finalisation of its constitution, which was framed by former apex court judge Justice L Nageswara Rao.

A bench comprising Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and justices J B Pardiwala and Manoj Misra took note of the…

Apr 05, 2024 20:04

Riyadh to host WTA Finals from '24-'26 with record prize money

Riyadh will host the next three editions of the WTA Finals from 2024-2026, following a new agreement between the WTA and the Saudi Tennis Federation (STF), thus ending months of speculation and marking the kingdom's latest foray into sport.

The 2024 season-ending Finals will take place between November 2-9, featuring the Top 8…

Apr 05, 2024 20:04

ICC cricket rights awarded in Bangladesh until 2025-end

The International Cricket Council announced Friday that ICC cricket rights in Bangladesh have been awarded to TSM, which will exploit the rights via Nagorik TV and Banglalink, taking cricket to more people in the country over the next two years.

TSM will exploit the broadcast rights via Nagorik TV, whilst digital rights will…

Apr 05, 2024 20:04

Coca-Cola India partners with Anju Bobby Sports Foundation

NEW DELHI: In line with its commitment to sports, Coca-Cola India, through its foundation, has inked a three-year partnership with the Anju Bobby Sports Foundation. 

The partnership aligns with Coca-Cola India's #SheTheDifference campaign, an initiative to celebrate, uplift, and support women throughout the value chain. As…

Apr 05, 2024 20:04

Instagram preferred social media platform for IPL fans: Survey

NEW DELHI: A survey by ad technology platform iCubesWire highlights Instagram's dominance as the preferred platform for 32% of Indian Premier League enthusiasts, showcasing the platform's ability to engage fans through visuals and real-time updates.

This results of the study not only spotlights Instagram's role in the digital…

Apr 05, 2024 20:04

World 10K B'luru intl ambassador is shot put icon Valerie Adams

BENGALURU: Dame Valerie Adams, the iconic shot putter, a four-time World Champion and two-time Olympic medallist has been named the International Event Ambassador for the 16th edition of the Tata Consultancy Services World 10K Bengaluru to be held on Sunday, 28th April 2024.

Apr 05, 2024 20:04

IOC launches Olympism365 Innovation Hub

Ahead of International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (IDSDP) on 6 April, as the world faces a multitude of challenges, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has launched the Olympism365 Innovation Hub, an innovative use of sport to contribute to sustainable development.

The Innovation Hub is a bespoke programme…

Apr 05, 2024 20:04

MICA adds sports business to its curriculum

Tapping on the recent transformations in the sports sector and advancements leading to significant developments, MICA Ahmedabad has added sports business  specialisation to its curriculum.

The B-school has renamed one of the most prominent areas, ‘Media and Entertainment Management’ to ‘Media Entertainment and Sports’, which…

Apr 05, 2024 20:04

UFC names Hostage Tape global sleep aid partner

LAS VEGAS: UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization, and sleep aid company Hostage Tape have announced a marketing partnership that will see Hostage Tape strategically activate its brand within some of UFC’s most significant assets.

Under the new agreement, Hostage Tape will become the Official Sleep Aid…

Apr 04, 2024 19:04

Centre Court Capital debuts Rs350cr gaming, sports tech fund

Centre Court Capital (CCC), a sports-focused venture capital fund, announced the launch of its maiden Rs 350 crore ($42m) fund on Thursday, of which it has already secured Rs 200 crore in commitments from marquee domestic investors and top athletes.