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Dhoni extends support to Bajaj Pune Grand Tour 2026 as Goodwill Ambassador

Pune, Jan 15(UNI): Former Indian Cricket team captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has been named Goodwill Ambassador for the most awaited Bajaj Pune Grand Tour 2026, lending his support to India’s first international cycling road race, scheduled from 19-23 January in Pune.
Dhoni’s association comes at a time when India is stepping onto the global professional cycling calendar. As Goodwill Ambassador, Dhoni will play a key role in amplifying the profile of the Bajaj Pune Grand Tour 2026 and inspiring greater interest in cycling, especially among young athletes. His association comes at a pivotal moment as India takes a giant leap in the global professional cycling calendar.
The Bajaj Pune Grand Tour 2026 will be India’s first-ever UCI 2.2 category multi-stage, five-day Continental Road Cycling Race for Men, firmly placing the country on the global professional cycling circuit. The five-day race will wind through a newly laid 437-km route across the Deccan Plateau and Sahyadri Range, featuring sharp bends and challenging elevations. The event has attracted 171 riders from 29 teams across 35 countries.
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HP: State-level Ski and Snowboard championship ends at Solang Nala Manali

07 Feb 2026 | 12:29 AM

Manali, Feb 7(UNI) The two-day state-level Ski and Snowboard Competition concluded on Friday at the renowned ski slopes of Solang Nala, reaffirming Himachal Pradesh's growing stature as a hub for winter sports.

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07 Feb 2026 | 12:07 AM

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Budget: Sports-Youth Affairs sector allocated Rs 155 cr for 2026-27: J&K CM

06 Feb 2026 | 10:46 PM

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