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Namibia hails IOC presidency as win for smaller countries

Windhoek, Mar 24 (UNI) Namibia's National Olympic Committee (NNOC) and Commonwealth Sports President, Ndeulipula Hamutumwa, on Monday hailed the election of Kirsty Coventry as the new head of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
Hamutumwa said in a statement that the development is a landmark moment that promises increased support for African nations and more minor sporting powers like Namibia.
"This is a proud moment for Africa. With Coventry's leadership, we anticipate more investment in sports development that will benefit the entire continent," he said.
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Bowlers impress after Sudip double ton in Ranji tie vs Services

23 Jan 2026 | 6:31 PM

Kalyani, Jan 23 (UNI) Sudip Chatterjee's maiden double century followed by a dominant effort by the bowlers put Bengal in the driver's seat at stumps on Day 2 against Services in the Ranji Trophy Elite match at the Bengal Cricket Academy, here on Friday.
Resuming the day from overnight score of 340/4, Bengal batters piled on quick runs to post a massive 519 on the board in their first innings.

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Aarush Tiwari and Hiya Adlakha: Story of two teenaged figure skaters carving a course on ice

Aarush Tiwari and Hiya Adlakha: Story of two teenaged figure skaters carving a course on ice

23 Jan 2026 | 6:06 PM

Leh (Ladakh), Jan. 23(UNI) On the ice, they skate alone. Off it, they share a journey defined by courage, sacrifice and belief. Aarush Tiwari and Hiya Adlakha (both novice figure skaters) belong to Gen Z of Indian figure skaters daring to dream big in a sport still struggling to find its feet in the country. Separated by geography but united by ambition, these two teenagers represent hope and aspiration into India’s growing ice sports ecosystem.

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Shahu Tushar Mane and Sakshi Sunil Padekar better National Record scores in Air Rifle T2

23 Jan 2026 | 5:25 PM

New Delhi, Jan 23(UNI) Maharashtra’s Sakshi Sunil Padekar and Railways’ Shahu Tushar Mane bettered national record scores in the finals and qualification rounds of the 10m Air Rifle women and men events, respectively at the National Selection Trials 1&2 Group A, which is currently underway at Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range here.

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Focus on rural areas, implement efficient talent scouting, sports science to develop world beaters: Leander Paes

Focus on rural areas, implement efficient talent scouting, sports science to develop world beaters: Leander Paes

23 Jan 2026 | 5:18 PM

New Delhi, Jan 22 (UNI) Former tennis great Leander Paes believes that India needs to focus on effective talent scouting, efficient training and implementing sports science in rural areas to develop world-class athletes who could shine at prestigious tournaments like the Olympics.

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Bangladesh pulls out of T20 WC in India over security concerns

23 Jan 2026 | 5:15 PM

Dhaka, Jan 23 (UNI) Bangladesh has officially ruled out travelling to India for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, citing what it described as a “genuine security risk” arising from the prevailing regional political situation.

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