Sports Authority of India

September 15, 2026 10:47 PM

Raksha Khadse Reviews Sports Infrastructure, Meets Athletes in Aizawl

Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Raksha Khadse reviewed the sports ecosystem in Mizoram during her visit to Aizawl, with a focus on strengthening sports infrastructure and creating greater opportunities for young athletes from the Northeast. The Minister was welcomed by Mizoram Minister of State for Sports and Youth Services Lalnghinglova Hmar. The two held discussions on strengthening the state's sporting ecosystem, including Centre-State coordination, development of sports...

June 9, 2026 10:25 AM

Mandaviya felicitates India’s U-18 hockey teams after Asia Cup success

Union Sports Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday felicitated the Indian men's and women's hockey teams at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) headquarters in New Delhi for their impressive performances at the Under-18 Hockey Asia Cup in Japan. The Indian men's team, captained by Ketan Kushwaha, clinched the U-18 Asia Cup title after defeating hosts Japan 4-1 in the final at Kakamigahara on Friday. In recognition of their achievement, the Sports Minister presented the team with a cheque of R...

May 12, 2026 1:01 PM

SAI, MyBharat launch nationwide campaigns ahead of Commonwealth Games 2030

The Sports Authority of India (SAI), in collaboration with MyBharat, has launched three nationwide engagement initiatives ahead of the Commonwealth Games 2030, which are set to be hosted in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The initiatives aim to encourage youth participation, creativity and public engagement in India’s sporting movement under the campaign theme “#CWG2030InBharat”. The three initiatives include the Commonwealth Games 2030 Torch Design Contest, the CWG Reel Challenge, and the Commonweal...

September 21, 2026 10:08 AM

India steps up preparations for 2026 Asian Games; Mansukh Mandaviya assures full support to athletes

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday reviewed India’s preparations for the upcoming 2026 Asian Games and assured that the government will provide comprehensive support to athletes aiming to improve the country’s medal performance. Chairing a high-level meeting at the headquarters of the Sports Authority of India (SAI), the minister assessed the readiness of Indian athletes and support systems ahead of the Games scheduled to be held in Aichi-Nagoya from September 19 to October...

December 24, 2025 10:44 AM

Khelo India Tribal Games: Logo, theme song, mascot launched in Bilaspur; Mandaviya says games will ‘broaden scope for every athlete’

The logo, theme song and mascot of the first-ever Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) were formally unveiled on Tuesday at the Late B. R. Yadav Sports Stadium in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh. The Games are scheduled to be held from February 14, 2026. The launch ceremony was attended by Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai and Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao as chief guests, along with senior officials from the Union Sports Ministry, the state government and the Sports Authority of India. Union Mini...

December 22, 2025 8:16 PM

SAI Governing Body approves major sports infrastructure projects across India

The Governing Body of the Sports Authority of India (SAI) on Monday approved a series of infrastructure development and upgradation projects aimed at strengthening India’s sports ecosystem and enhancing athlete performance across the country. The meeting was chaired by Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya in New Delhi. Addressing the Governing Body, the minister said that India’s sports ecosystem is at a crucial stage of growth and needs sustained investment in ath...

July 9, 2025 9:24 PM

SAI official awarded Japan’s MEXT scholarship for sport and olympic studies

Sachin K, Deputy Director at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and currently Incharge of the National Boxing Academy in Rohtak, has been awarded the prestigious MEXT Scholarship by the Government of Japan. Under the University Recommendation category, Sachin will pursue a two-year Master’s programme in Sport and Olympic Studies at the University of Tsukuba, starting September 2025. The scholarship is offered by Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT)....

April 11, 2025 1:19 PM

India clinch crucial win over Hong Kong, China at Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania group 1

India continued their impressive run at the Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group 1 with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Hong Kong, China, on Thursday evening. The tournament, hosted by MSLTA in collaboration with the ITF, AITA, and PMDTA, is currently underway at the Mahalunge Balewadi Tennis Complex in Pune, according to an official release. India got off to a perfect start on Day 3 thanks to Vaidehi Chaudhari, who delivered a strong debut performance in her first match of the tournament. Th...

March 28, 2025 2:58 PM

SAI Gandhinagar powerlifters dominate Khelo India Para Games 2025, eye World Championship glory

Powerlifting athletes from the Sports Authority of India (SAI)’s National Centre of Excellence (NCOE) in Gandhinagar showcased their dominance at the second edition of the Khelo India Para Games (KIPG) 2025, which concluded in Delhi on Thursday. The NCOE campers secured an impressive haul of 10 medals, including seven golds, at the para-powerlifting event held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium complex, according to the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. Among the standout performers were Jha...