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In a groundbreaking development, "drone soccer" made its official debut in India. Combining the thrill of aerial robotics with the competitive spirit of soccer, this innovative sport promises to revolutionize the landscape of recreational and professional gaming alike.

Nov 11, 2020 12:11
THE ANDHRA PRADESH government's order of October 27, banning online gaming sites to restrict betting, has had the chess playing fraternity up in arms, as the website chess.com is one among the 132 websites blocked in the state. 
Nov 11, 2020 12:11
CHENNAI: Delay in reopening pools and the onset of winter have forced the Swimming Federation of India (SFI) to change their plans to conduct competitions. The national body is looking at next year's April-June window to start the domestic season, beginning with age-group championships, reports New Indian Express.
Nov 10, 2020 17:11
MUMBAI: Eurosport has entered into an agreement with Play Magnus Group for the pan-European and Asian rights to the Champions Chess Tour, the first professional online chess tour, for the 2021 season.  Chess will take its place alongside other premium sporting events on Eurosport’s platforms for viewers in more than 60 markets across Europe and Asia, expanding the reach of the professional game to millions.
Nov 09, 2020 14:11
NEW DELHI: Undertaker’s Final Farewell will take place at Survivor Series on Monday, November 23 at 5:30 am ET streaming live and exclusive on Sony Ten 1 (English) and Sony Ten 3 (Hindi) channels, capping off The Phenom’s legendary 30-year career.
Nov 05, 2020 13:11
NEW DELHI: The Chess Players Forum (CPF) has appealed to the Union Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju alleging the All India Chess Federation (AICF) was not adhering to the clauses of the National Sports Development Code, a mandatory functioning guideline to be adopted by all the National Sports Federations. 
Nov 05, 2020 13:11
NEW DELHI: Days after the Union Sports Ministry granted recognition to 41 National Sports Federations (NSFs), sports lawyer Rahul Mehra has approached Delhi High Court to quash those decisions arguing that the National Sports Development Code (2011) has been violated, reports New Indian Express.
Nov 05, 2020 13:11
NEW DELHI: The Sports Authority of India has lodged an FIR seeking an immediate investigation after several athletes across the country were duped of money through a false advertisement for next year's Khelo India Games.
Nov 04, 2020 19:11
NEW DELHI: The Airtel Delhi Half Marathon (ADHM) has inspired us to #GoBeyond - go beyond convention, go beyond what’s expected and push the boundaries of what’s possible.  Over the years Airtel Delhi Half Marathon, a World Athletics Gold Label Race has been a catalyst for transformation. Distance Running and the running community has been at the forefront of a changing, health-conscious capital.
Nov 03, 2020 16:11
MUMBAI: "Retired" (for now) UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor recently conducted a Q&A session on Twitter where he also talked about his Irish whiskey company ‘Proper Twelve’, which has become a very profitable business since its launch in 2018. 
Nov 03, 2020 15:11
LONDON: Pentland Brands, which owns sports, outdoor and lifestyle brands including Berghaus and Canterbury of New Zealand, has appointed Kev McFadyen as the new global brand director for its Speedo brand.