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Mar 31, 2026

Pramod Bhagat Leads India with Gold and Silver at Spanish Para Badminton International 2026

Pramod Bhagat led India at the Spanish Para Badminton International 2026 in Toledo, with one gold and two silvers. He won gold in the mixed doubles SL3-SU5 event with Manisha Ramdass, defeating fellow Indians Nitesh Kumar and Thulasimathi Murugesan in straight sets. Bhagat earned silver in the men’s singles SL3 final, losing to Nitesh Kumar, and added silver in the men’s doubles SL3-SU5 with Sukant Kadam. The results reflect India’s depth in para badminton on the international circuit.

Gold in mixed doubles SL3-SU5 with Manisha Ramdass.
Silver in men’s singles SL3 and silver in doubles SL3-SU5 with Sukant Kadam.
Event held in Toledo, Spain.

Sheetal Devi Wins Gold at World Para Archery Championships in Gwangju

Sheetal Devi made history by becoming the first and only female armless archer to win gold at the World Para Archery Championships in Gwangju, South Korea. She secured gold in the women’s compound individual event, demonstrating exceptional precision and determination. Devi’s victory adds to India’s growing success in para sports and is expected to inspire a new generation of athletes with disabilities across the country.

Devi wins gold in women’s compound individual at World Para Archery Championships.
Location: Gwangju, South Korea.
First female armless archer to win gold at these championships.

Sheetal Devi Honoured as World Archery’s Para Archer of the Year 2025

Nineteen-year-old Sheetal Devi from Jammu and Kashmir has been named World Archery’s Para Archer of the Year 2025. The award recognises her rising status and outstanding performance on the world stage. The honour places Devi among the top para-athletes internationally and highlights India’s growing strength in para sports. Her journey from India's northern region to global recognition underscores the talent pipeline in Indian para athletics and reinforces national support for inclusive sporting excellence.

Sheetal Devi, 19, from Jammu and Kashmir, named Para Archer of the Year 2025.
Award from World Archery recognises global standing in para archery.
Highlights India's strength in para sports.

Mar 30, 2026

Hockey India 8th Annual Awards 2025: Nominees Announced

Hockey India announced nominees for the Hockey India 8th Annual Awards 2025, to be held on 27 March 2026 in New Delhi. The nominations cover multiple categories, recognizing performances from 2024–25. Notable contenders include Hardik Singh and Navneet Kaur in major categories. The awards highlight achievements across men’s and women’s hockey, with various special recognitions and lifetime achievement considerations. The ceremony aims to celebrate India’s hockey talents and encourage continued excellence on both national and international stages.

Event: Hockey India 8th Annual Awards 2025
Date: 27 March 2026 (New Delhi)
Nominees: Hardik Singh, Navneet Kaur among others
Categories: multiple men’s and women’s hockey awards
Purpose: celebrate hockey excellence in 2024–25

Gurjant Singh Bids Farewell to International Hockey

Indian forward Gurjant Singh has announced retirement from international hockey at the Hockey India Awards ceremony in New Delhi. The 31-year-old player ends a decade-long career with 130 international caps and 33 goals. He rose to prominence during the 2016 Junior World Cup in Lucknow and later became a regular in India’s attacking lineup since his senior debut in 2017. Gurjant is remembered for speed, finishing, and consistency in key matches over the years.

Player: Gurjant Singh (forward)
Retirement: announced at Hockey India Awards (New Delhi)
Age: 31; International caps: 130; Goals: 33
Senior debut: 2017; Junior World Cup hero: 2016
Noted for: speed and finishing

Mar 27, 2026

World Theatre Day 2026 observed globally on 27 March

World Theatre Day 2026 is celebrated on 27 March to honour theatre workers and the performing arts worldwide. Initiated by the International Theatre Institute (ITI) in 1962, the day promotes the value of theatre, supports development of the arts, and encourages cross-cultural exchange. ITI Centers and cooperating partners organize readings, performances, and messages to highlight the importance of theatre in education, culture, and community. In India, ITI-affiliated groups and artists participate in local events and online campaigns to showcase theatre’s role in society, history, and contemporary life.

World Theatre Day observed on 27 March 2026.
Initiated by International Theatre Institute (ITI) in 1962.
Aims to promote theatre and cross-cultural exchange.
ITI centers and partners coordinate events globally.
India hosts local events and campaigns through ITI networks.

India wins two bronze medals at Asia Cup Archery Stage 1

India secured two bronze medals at the Asia Cup Archery Stage 1. The team event saw a commanding performance by Ruma Biswas, Kirti and Ridhi Phor, who defeated Malaysia 5-1 in the bronze medal match. In the recurve category, Rajat Chauhan, Rishabh Yadav and Uday Kamboj faced a semifinal setback against Vietnam but recovered to win bronze by defeating Bhutan 234-232. The results underline India’s growing strength in archery and its resilience in team events as the country eyes medals in subsequent rounds.

India won two bronze medals in Asia Cup Stage 1 team events.
Women’s bronze: Ruma Biswas, Kirti, Ridhi Phor beat Malaysia 5-1.
Men’s recurve bronze: Rajat Chauhan, Rishabh Yadav, Uday Kamboj beat Bhutan 234-232.
India previously lost to Vietnam in the semifinal.
Results demonstrate depth in Indian archery squads.

Mar 25, 2026

Anahat Singh wins India Open 2026 with 3-1 final, securing second title

India Open 2026 final took place on 22 March 2026, where 18-year-old Anahat Singh defeated Egypt’s Hana Moataz 3-1. The scoreline read 11-5, 11-6, 9-11, 11-6. This victory secured Anahat’s second consecutive JSW Indian Open title, underscoring her rapid rise on the international squash circuit. She dominated the early two games with swift movement and precise shot-making, endured a setback in the third, then regained momentum to close out the match convincingly. The win highlights her mental toughness and tactical poise against a higher-ranked opponent on a global stage.

Date of final: 22 March 2026
Winner: Anahat Singh, 18, World No. 29 Hana Moataz (Egypt)
Score: 11-5, 11-6, 9-11, 11-6
Significance: second JSW Indian Open title
Notable aspects: early dominance, quick adaptation
Implication: rising presence in international squash

Mar 24, 2026

Jannik Sinner breaks Djokovic’s Masters 1000 record at Miami Open

In the Miami Open third round, Jannik Sinner defeated Corentin Moutet 6-1, 6-4 to move past Novak Djokovic’s Masters 1000 record by winning 26 consecutive sets at the Masters 1000 level. Sinner had matched the previous mark with his second-round win, then extended the streak in the third round. The Italian’s achievement marks a historic moment in Masters 1000 history and signals his continued durability on hard courts as he pursues deeper runs in the tournament and the season. The performance adds to Sinner’s rising prominence in men’s tennis.

Match: Miami Open third round
Record: 26 consecutive Masters 1000 sets (surpassing Djokovic’s 24)
Opponent: Corentin Moutet; Score: 6-1, 6-4
Significance: Historic Masters 1000 milestone
Implication: Indicates Sinner’s ongoing strong form

Arundhati Reddy named ICC Women’s Player of the Month for February 2026

India’s pace bowler Arundhati Reddy was named ICC Women’s Player of the Month for February 2026 after outstanding performances in the T20I series against Australia. Her consistent bowling helped India secure a historic series win on Australian soil, one of the toughest tours in women’s cricket. The award marks her first ICC Player of the Month recognition and highlights her speed, accuracy, and wicket-taking ability, contributing to India’s growing success in international women’s cricket and strengthening the team’s bowling depth.

Award: ICC Women’s Player of the Month, February 2026
Player: Arundhati Reddy (India)
Context: Series win in Australia
Notable attributes: pace, consistency, wicket-taking
Significance: First ICC Player of the Month for Reddy

Kipa Mero wins javelin gold at National Para Championships, setting a new national record

In Bhubaneswar, Odisha, Kipa Mero of Arunachal Pradesh won gold in the Women’s Javelin Throw F12 at the 24th National Para Athletics Championships 2026, breaking her own national record with a 23.76‑metre throw, surpassing her prior best of 22.15 metres. Techi Meta secured silver in the Women’s 400 metres T13, while Tingong Wangpan took gold in the 100 metres and a bronze in the 400 metres in the T35 category. The event concluded at Kalinga Stadium, highlighting India’s rising para‑athletics talent and inspiring athletes from diverse backgrounds.

Event: 24th National Para Athletics Championships 2026
Kipa Mero wins gold in Women’s Javelin F12 with 23.76 m
New national record; previous best 22.15 m
Techi Meta: silver in Women’s 400 m T13
Tingong Wangpan: gold (100 m), bronze (400 m) — T35

Ria Solanki wins gold in shot put at national para championships

Ria Solanki, a 19-year-old para-athlete from Meerut, won gold in shot put at the national para‑athletics championship in Bhubaneswar. Born without her left hand below the elbow, she began training in 2018 and overcame financial hardship, with her mother working as a housemaid and her father sacrificing his own sporting dreams. Her victory reflects resilience and family support, as well as India’s growing prominence in para-sport. Solanki’s achievement contributes to inspiring stories of athletes who pursue excellence despite significant obstacles and strengthens India’s para-athletics program.

Athlete: Ria Solanki (Meerut)
Event: National para‑athletics championship, Bhubaneswar
Disability: Born without left hand below elbow
Support: Family sacrifices and support
Significance: Adds to India’s para-athletics prominence

Sahibzada Farhan named ICC Men’s Player of the Month for February 2026

Pakistan opener Sahibzada Farhan was named ICC Men’s Player of the Month for February 2026 after his standout performance in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. He was the tournament’s leading run‑getter, amassing 383 runs in seven matches at an average of 76.60 and a strike rate of 160.25, including two centuries and two half‑centuries. The award recognizes his consistency and impact in high‑pressure games, reinforcing his status in international cricket and signaling strong form ahead of the 2026 season.

Award: ICC Men’s Player of the Month, February 2026
Player: Sahibzada Farhan (Pakistan)
Stats: 383 runs, 7 matches, average 76.60, SR 160.25
Performance: 2 centuries, 2 fifties
Context: Recognition from ICC after T20 World Cup 2026

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