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Mohali (Punjab) [India], September 30:  India Taekwondo is proud to announce the official team for the Chuncheon 2024 World Taekwondo Junior Championship. The event, which will see the participation of top junior athletes from around the world, is a crucial platform for the young talent of India to showcase their skills and represent the nation on an international stage.

The team was officially declared by India Taekwondo. The selection process was rigorous, considering the high standards set for international competitions. The team comprises 20 talented athletes (male and female), accompanied by an experienced coaching and support staff.

The team underwent an intensive at Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab, organized by India Taekwondo collaborated with Chandigarh University Training Camp. This camp was aimed at enhancing the athletes’ fitness, technique, and mental preparation under the guidance of experienced coaches.

For the first time, India Taekwondo used rolling mats at Nashik

At the recent Champions of Champions tournament held in Nashik, the India Taekwondo used rolling mats for the first time. This gave historical significance to the event, which saw the participation of 1,200 athletes. The sports arena was arranged to host 10 matches simultaneously. India Taekwondo’s President Namdev Shirgaonkar stated that this innovation would prove beneficial for the development of the sport of Taekwondo.

Mr. Namdev Shirgaonkar, President of India Taekwondo, expressed his enthusiasm and confidence in the team’s abilities, highlighting the importance   of   the   training   camp: “The training camp held at Chandigarh University, Mohali, was an essential part of our preparation for the Chuncheon 2024 World Taekwondo Junior Championship. It provided our young athletes the opportunity to fine-tune their skills and build team spirit under the guidance of our expert coaches. I am confident that this team will perform exceptionally well and make the nation proud. Our focus has always been to nurture talent and provide our athletes with world-class facilities and training, and I wish them great success in the championship.”

India Taekwondo is committed to the development and promotion of Taekwondo in the country. With a strong focus on nurturing young talent, the association continues to provide platforms for athletes to excel and achieve their goals. The Chuncheon 2024 World Taekwondo Junior Championship will be another milestone in the journey of Indian Taekwondo’s growing international presence.

India Taekwondo Team for Chuncheon 2024

Male Athletes

Female Athletes 

 Coaches and Support Staff:

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] September 16: Toyam Sports Limited (TSL), India’s Listed Sports company on the BSE & MSEI, buys out the Suresh Raina-led Hyderabad franchise in the Legends League Cricket. Formerly known as the Urbanrisers Hyderabad, the franchise previously owned by Urbanrise group will now be known as Ultimate Toyam Hyderabad and will be seen in action in the upcoming season of the Legends League Cricket starting on the 20th of September. Toyam Sports Limited is a public listed company engaged in various sports production, promotion, and management.

“Toyam Sports Limited has a distinguished legacy of promoting sports globally, and ‘Ultimate Toyam Hyderabad’ will be another proud achievement in TSL’s journey. We are excited to be part of the upcoming Legends League Cricket season, marking a significant moment as we embrace Hyderabad’s rich cricketing heritage. Our mission is to honor the franchise’s legacy while inspiring future generations of sports fans across the state and the nation,” said Mohamedali R. Budhwani, Chairman & Managing Director of Toyam Sports Limited.

In recent years, Toyam Sports Limited has organized major events like ‘Kumite 1 League,’ an international MMA fight night with Mike Tyson as its brand ambassador, and ‘Kumite 1 Warrior Hunt’—India’s first sports reality web series—along with several T10 and T20 leagues worldwide. Additionally, TSL owned a team in the World Tennis League and have title-sponsored the India vs. Bangladesh ODI series, among other initiatives. Toyam Sports Limited’s commitment to strengthening the sports ecosystem is further reflected in its expansion into providing high-quality, affordable sports accessories.

In addition to Toyam Sports Limited owning the franchise ‘Ultimate Toyam Hyderabad’, the franchise owners for this season’s Legends League Cricket are as follows: India Capitals – GMR group, Southern Super Stars – Multi corporate consortium led by Qentelli, Manipal Tigers – Manipal Group, Konark Suryas Odisha – Assoctech group, and Gujarat Greats – Gujarat based consortium of companies.

“This franchise sale in Legends League Cricket is in sync with the industry trend. It is the second franchise that has been taken on in this season and it is encouraging to see different titans of industry entering the sports sector. I am glad that one of our franchises in the Legends League Cricket has been able to draw a similar value as that of the other similar but bigger deals that happened in IPL that generally draw at 5.5x multiples.” said Mr. Raman Raheja, Co-Founder, Legends League Cricket with respect to the introduction of the new franchise.

In a similar kind of deal in IPL in 2018 JSW sports bought 50% stake in Delhi Daredevils. The deal valued the Daredevils at INR 1100 crore (US$169 million), double the US$84 million the team were originally purchased for in 2008, GMR Sports recouped its initial investment while retaining half of its stake, receiving INR 550 crore (US$84.5 million) in the first of its kind sale.

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Kolkata (West Bengal) [India] September 12: Odisha made its debut in the internationally recognised Legends League Cricket (LLC) T-20 with the introduction of its own team, Team Konark Suryas Odisha, owned by SANPRIYA Group. This addition marked a significant milestone for the state as it further established itself as a growing hub for sports in India. The league, which brought together cricket legends from across the world, featured Team Konark Suryas Odisha alongside teams such as India Capitals Delhi, Gujarat Giants Gujarat, Manipal Tigers Bengaluru, Urbanrisers Hyderabad and Southern Super Stars Chennai.

The team’s name is inspired by the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Konark Sun Temple, symbolising Odisha’s rich cultural heritage. The official launch of Team Konark Suryas Odisha took place in Bhubaneswar with Mr. Sanjay Behera, Secretary, Odisha Cricket Association (OCA), present to underscore the importance of this event for the state. He emphasised that the introduction of this T-20 franchise team, brought by the SANPRIYA Group, will help boost sports infrastructure in Odisha and provide the state’s youth with greater access to international-level sports opportunities.

The team, captained by Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan, features notable players including Ambati Rayudu, Yusuf Pathan, Vinay Kumar, Rajesh Bishnoi, Shahbaz Nadeem, Pravin Tambe, Diwesh Pathania, K P Appanna & Natraj Behera (Odisha) from India and international stars like Ross Taylor from New Zealand, Kevin O’ Brien from Ireland, Ben Laughlin from Australia, Richard Levi from South Africa, Navin Stewart and Fidel Edwards from West Indies and Dilshan Munaweera from Sri Lanka.

Mr. Sanjay Behera, Secretary, Odisha Cricket Association (OCA), expressed his optimism and stated, “Konark Suryas Odisha, our new team in the T-20 Legends League Cricket, represents a significant moment for Odisha. This initiative will enhance the state’s soft power and provide our youth with access to world-class sporting infrastructure.” He also highlighted the importance of private-sector investment in building a sports ecosystem and talent development at the grassroots level.

Mr. Sanjeev Srivastva, Chairperson, SANPRIYA Group, announced plans to further develop a Multi Sports Centre of Excellence in Bhubaneswar, which will serve as a training hub for youth athletes and support the growth of sports culture in the region. This centre will be part of the larger Assotech World project, a major infrastructure initiative aimed at boosting the state’s development. He stated, “With Legends League Cricket and Team Konark Suryas Odisha, we aim to create new opportunities for the youth of Odisha. Our goal is to nurture talent, provide world-class training facilities and contribute to India’s growing sports ecosystem.”

Ms. Enakshi Priyam, spokesperson for SANPRIYA Group, concluded by highlighting the state’s passion for sports. “Odisha has a deep-rooted love for sports and with Team Konark Suryas Odisha, we are aligning with the government’s vision of creating a sports ecosystem that fosters excellence and opportunity.”

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Pune (Maharashtra) [India] August 31: Ten-year-old Vardaan Laddha from Pune has brought immense pride to Maharashtra by securing a silver medal in the under-8 to 11 age category at the 19th National Speed Ice-Skating Championship in Gurugram, Haryana, held on August 17th, 2024. The event was graced by several Indian Olympic players who came to encourage the children and was organised by the Ice-Skating Association of India under the ISU (International Skating Union).

Despite training on ice for just 1.5 years, Vardaan has already made his mark as the only skater from the state in this age category to reach the top 3. His success in ice skating complements his impressive track record, including gold medals in other State and National Skating Championships over the last 2.5 years. Vardaan’s dedication is evident in his rigorous daily routine, which starts at 4 AM for skating practice and fitness training.

What’s truly impressive is Vardaan’s ability to balance his athletic pursuits with holistic development. Thanks to the Waldorf philosophy at Swadha Learning Centre, he maintains a balanced academic background while excelling in ice skating. He even finds time to engage in music and learn about sustainable lifestyles, showcasing his exceptional time management skills.

Proud parents Saurabh Laddha and Pranita Gawande Laddha stand behind their son’s goal to represent India internationally, guided by his coaches from Youngster’s Skating Club in Pune. Vardaan’s journey is a testament to his hard work, consistency, and unwavering commitment to the sport, and his future potential is something to be hopeful about.

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New Delhi [India], August 28: Six Dreams, a daily esports fantasy platform in India, proudly announces its commitment to providing engaging fantasy gameplay for two of the most popular sports: cricket and esports. With the Six Dreams esports fantasy application, users can play contests without investing real money by earning SD coins from daily logins, watching ads, and more.

India’s first esports fantasy application aims to provide cricket and esports fans in the country an opportunity to engage in their favorite games in a new way. Using highlights like the BGMI series in the esports category and catering to the growing demand for interactive and skill-based gaming, the Six Dreams esports fantasy application can level up the Indian fantasy sports gameplay experience. Six Dreams’ extensive experience and expertise in the Indian fantasy sports scene allow them to tailor the gameplay experience by making it rewarding and thrilling.

Six Dreams, a true esports fantasy application, was developed to ensure a broad audience can participate in the fantasy sports experience and help users create their own teams based on their sports knowledge and strategy to win. From traditional sports like cricket to the BGMI series in the esports category, the esports fantasy application Six Dreams makes an attractive alternative for all the daily esports fantasy fans in India. The Six Dreams cricket and esports categories allow esports fantasy enthusiasts in the country to enjoy a first-of-its-kind integration of genres in the fantasy sports market and meet their unique gameplay experience expectations seamlessly.

The Six Dreams esports fantasy application can reduce the need for fantasy esports fans to go elsewhere as they can find cricket and esports genre-inspired games on this single platform. The first esports fantasy application in India, Six Dreams, can be downloaded by Android users from the Google Play Store and iOS users from the App Store, making the platform accessible to every fantasy esports enthusiast. The fantasy gameplay for cricket and esports by this daily esports fantasy application can help fans enjoy an interactive and skill-based gaming experience in both sports and esports categories. The unique SD coin system allows players to engage in contests by earning SD coins through simple tasks.

Esports fantasy enthusiasts searching for Indian fantasy sports gameplay options can enjoy a year-round calendar of traditional sports and esports fantasy contests, games, and more. With the cricket fan base reaching 600 million in India, Six Dreams brings an incredible opportunity for India’s 568 million mobile gamers to engage in interactive and skilled-based esports fantasy gameplay.

“The exciting experience provided by the Six Dreams esports fantasy app enables Indian fans who love esports to get rewarded for their fandom. Users can create fantasy-based teams and also monetize their knowledge and skills. With fantasy esports apps like Six Dreams, millions of players in India can earn rewards for their loyalty,” finishes the founder of Six Dreams application.

New Delhi [India], August 21: The Suryadatta Global Business Forum (SGBF) proudly conferred the prestigious Suryadatta National Award for Excellence in Sports to Padma Bhushan Saina Nehwal, a renowned badminton player.

The award ceremony took place in New Delhi. Prof. Dr. Sanjay B. Chordiya, Founder, President and Chairman of the Suryadatta Education Foundation and President of SGBF, presented the distinguished recognition alongside Vice President Sushama Sanjay Chordiya and Chief Operating Officer (COO) Akshit Kushal of Suryadatta Education Foundation, Pune.

Expressing her gratitude, Saina Nehwal remarked, “I am deeply honoured to receive this award. Suryadatta’s initiative to recognise and celebrate outstanding individuals and set a role model for students is commendable. Through such initiatives, we inspire and motivate future generations to strive for excellence.”

She told students they should always appreciate the power of determination and hard work. Success is not merely a destination but a journey filled with challenges and opportunities. Embrace every challenge as a stepping stone towards your goals. Remember, each obstacle you face is a chance to learn, grow, and become stronger. Believe in yourself and your dreams, she added.

Dr. Sanjay B. Chordiya also addressed the gathering and said, “Let us take a moment to reflect on the values of hard work, determination, and resilience. These principles drive us forward and help us achieve our dreams. May we all draw inspiration from Saina Nehwal’s story and continue to strive for excellence in our endeavours.”

Dr Chordiya highlighted the purpose of the award: “At Suryadatta, our mission is to celebrate and honour excellence. Recognizing outstanding individuals acknowledges their achievements and serves as a source of inspiration for future generations. Saina’s journey is a testament to the values of hard work, determination, and resilience, which we all should embrace.”

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New Delhi [India], August 21: VT Markets, a global multi-asset broker, is proud to announce a new partnership with Newcastle United. This collaboration unites two entities that exemplify bravery, perseverance, and innovation.

“We’re proud that VT Markets views Newcastle United as the ideal partner to support and elevate its ambitious growth plans in markets worldwide,” said Newcastle United’s Chief Commercial Officer, Peter Silverstone. “We are delighted to welcome another internationally recognised partner to our club and look forward to working closely with VT Markets.”

“We are incredibly excited about this partnership with Newcastle United, a team that exemplifies the same drive for excellence and innovation that we strive for at VT Markets,” said Agustin Bilinskis, Head of Strategy Operations and APAC of VT Markets.

A special jersey bearing the number ‘77’ has been unveiled in honour of this collaboration. The number ‘77’ holds great significance for VT Markets, symbolizing good fortune and our aspirations for continued growth. In football, a player’s number and name represent their iconic and memorable identity, and to embody this global partnership, we chose a number that resonates deeply with our brand.

The partnership was officially inaugurated in Japan. The event’s highlights included an exchange of appreciation tokens. Newcastle United presented a curated number ‘77’ jersey, while VT Markets reciprocated with an appreciation trophy.

This occasion unfolded at the 63,700-capacity Saitama Stadium in Japan on July 31st, attended by representatives from both organisations. VT Markets was represented by Agustin Bilinskis, Head

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New Delhi [India], August 21: On August 15th, India celebrated a proud moment as the first and fastest Asian swimmer, Aryan Dadiala, captured the spotlight. The achievement not only brought honor to the nation but also highlighted the strength and determination of its people. This remarkable milestone was recognized on a global stage, making it a moment of immense pride for every Indian.

Aryan Surjeet Dadiala’s remarkable feat as the first and fastest Asian to swim across the Gulf of Gdańsk stands as a testament to his incredible perseverance and determination. Covering 18 kilometers in under six hours, despite challenging conditions, he has not only showcased extraordinary physical endurance but also brought much-needed attention to the critical global issue of climate change.

The unwavering support and mentorship he received from Shri Rahul Chiplunkar, Mr. Subodh Sule, and Dr. P.M. Reddy were pivotal to his success. His father, Mr. Surjeet Dadiala, played an essential role throughout the journey, providing constant encouragement and assistance.

Aryan’s dedication to raising awareness about climate change through this swim is commendable. His achievement was further recognized on India’s 78th Independence Day by notable dignitaries such as the Honorable Ambassador Smt. Nagma Mallick Ji and Mr. J. J. Singh. Their acknowledgment underscores the significance of his accomplishment, both as a personal victory and as a meaningful contribution to global environmental advocacy.

“I am deeply grateful for the unwavering support of my father, Mr. Surjeet Dadiala, who accompanied me throughout this journey and provided encouragement and assistance. I dedicated this swim to the cause of the Urgent Need for Collective Efforts on Climate Change. It is my hope that this achievement will amplify the call for global action to address climate issues and inspire others to contribute to this critical cause,” mentioned Aryan.

As Aryan himself stated, this swim was more than just a personal challenge—it was a call to action for collective efforts on climate change. His perseverance and determination have rightfully earned him widespread recognition and admiration, marking him as an inspiration to many.

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New Delhi India, August 16 2024: Based out of Bangalore, India a tiny wonder named Kritika Tripathi has become an overnight sensation. At the age of just 5 years old, she amazed everyone by securing major world records in Thaiboxing – Karnataka Book of Record, India Book of Record, London Book of Record, and World greatest Book of Record to name a few.

Kritika Tripathi’s father, Ganesh Kumar Tripathi, expressed his happiness in her daughter’s accomplishment in spite of the challenging journey. He expressed his pride at his little daughter’s achievement and the respect she has received for being an inspiration to other kids and their parents. He hopes that other parents will be motivated by her story to embrace and cherish their child’s unique talents.

Thaiboxing, originating 400 years ago in Ayutthaya, Thailand, and kickboxing, a fusion of Chinese and Indian martial arts, have been practiced for centuries in Southeast Asia. Founder President Dr. Kuldeep Sumanakshar, a worldwide Master & referee in Karate, has represented and continues to promote this upcoming sport, highlighting its rich history and cultural significance.

Bangalore-based Kritika Tripathi, a Karate student, trained with her father Ganesh Kumar Tripathi and was supervised by Coach Sudhanshu Shekhar Panda and National Gold Medalist Biren Bhutia. After months of practice in Odisha, she accepted the challenge and excelled in her martial art. Indeed, talent knows no age and Kritika Tripathi is the live example who is simply born to make history.

Who said World Record were only for adults? Kids can do almost anything these days, and that also includes breaking their very own records and Kritika’s story accomplishing truly remarkable records is no less than surprising.

New Delhi India, August 16 2024: Based out of Bangalore, India a tiny wonder named Kritika Tripathi has become an overnight sensation. At the age of just 5 years old, she amazed everyone by securing major world records in Thaiboxing – Karnataka Book of Record, India Book of Record, London Book of Record, and World greatest Book of Record to name a few.

Kritika Tripathi’s father, Ganesh Kumar Tripathi, expressed his happiness in her daughter’s accomplishment in spite of the challenging journey. He expressed his pride at his little daughter’s achievement and the respect she has received for being an inspiration to other kids and their parents. He hopes that other parents will be motivated by her story to embrace and cherish their child’s unique talents.

Thaiboxing, originating 400 years ago in Ayutthaya, Thailand, and kickboxing, a fusion of Chinese and Indian martial arts, have been practiced for centuries in Southeast Asia. Founder President Dr. Kuldeep Sumanakshar, a worldwide Master & referee in Karate, has represented and continues to promote this upcoming sport, highlighting its rich history and cultural significance.

Bangalore-based Kritika Tripathi, a Karate student, trained with her father Ganesh Kumar Tripathi and was supervised by Coach Sudhanshu Shekhar Panda and National Gold Medalist Biren Bhutia. After months of practice in Odisha, she accepted the challenge and excelled in her martial art. Indeed, talent knows no age and Kritika Tripathi is the live example who is simply born to make history.

Who said World Record were only for adults? Kids can do almost anything these days, and that also includes breaking their very own records and Kritika’s story accomplishing truly remarkable records is no less than surprising.